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Francine Fontana Owner of Fontana Coaching 508-868-8692 francine@fontanacoaching.com fontanacoaching.com A certified DreamBuilder and Life Mastery coach, Francine Fontana helps her clients design and manifest a life they love living. She utilizes a strengths-based coaching model known as Evocative Coaching and is passionate about teaching people how to unlock their true potential and achieve amazing success. … Read more
Joanna Dutra Founder of The Creative Confidant thecreativeconfidant@gmail.com thecreativeconfidant.com After spending 20 years in brand marketing for Fortune 500 companies and enjoying her two young children, Joanna Dutra felt a pull to return to the work force under her own terms. She designed The Creative Confidant to give clients a vehicle to improve, recognize and … Read more
Colleen Daniels and Heather Vanderveldt Owners of DeluxeBar 454 Washington St., Norwell 781-561-0076 frontdesk@thedeluxebar.com thedeluxebar.com When it comes to creating a spa-like experience at DeluxeBar in Norwell, owners Colleen Daniels and Heather Vanderveldt are all about the personalization of services. Established in 2016, DeluxeBar offers cosmetic injectables, medical-grade skincare products and an IV hydration bar. … Read more
Lisa Adams Owner and Principal Bookkeeper at Adams Financial 197 Rockland St., Hanover 781-924-3160 Adamsfinancialllc.com When Lisa Adams established Adams Financial LLC, a full-service bookkeeping agency, in 2014, she knew that she wanted her company to be empowering for her clients and employees. A mother of two, she set out to provide job opportunities for … Read more
Allison Caramello Vice President of Swim Sports Inc. 520 Washington St., Pembroke 781-826-8368 Swimsportsinc.com Allison Caramello didn’t set out to break barriers by working in a male-dominated industry, but when she became the vice president at Swim Sports Inc. that’s exactly what she did. Founded by her father-in-law in 1976, the family-run company specializes in … Read more
Gail Petersen Bell Senior Vice President, Broker Compass President Transitions for Downsizers Principal The Gail Bell Group 781-844-3277 gail.petersenbell@compass.com thegailbellgroup.com Trusted, experienced, and deeply caring for her clients, Gail Petersen Bell has dedicated the last 37 years to helping people find the homes of their dreams. The Principal of The Gail Bell Group and … Read more
Simple tips and healthy recipes for an alfresco autumn soiree. Written by Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year to be outdoors on the South Shore. The air is warm but crisp and jewel-toned leaves are just beginning to pop on the maple trees. One great … Read more
By Maria Allen Photography by Jules Ko Photography There’s nothing quite like biting into an authentic French croissant. The pastry is light and buttery and the flaky layers give way with a delicate crunch. Made from surprisingly few ingredients—water, yeast, butter and sugar—croissants are a baked good that requires great skill and dedication to master. … Read more
The last few months have been filled with a mix of emotions for Hull artist Pamela Copeman, who documented her time in quarantine by creating a COVID-19 series of paintings. Thus far, she has created six paintings, each with a specific focus and dedication. The first few images in the collection are dark and moody, … Read more
Heidi Harting picked up her first camera at the age of 18, seeing stories all around her that needed to be told. She graduated from the New England School of Photography and went on to establish her business, Heidi Harting Photography, in Plymouth. While her specialty is portraiture, she also loves landscape photography. For Harting, … Read more
11 Hot Spots to enjoy cool treats on the South Shore by Gabrielle Martin Dairy Twist Known for their generous servings, great prices, and wide selection of hard and soft-serve flavors, this Pembroke staple was voted “Best of the South Shore” this year, by readers of South Shore Home, Life & Style! Dairy Twist has been family … Read more
Creative cuisine is served up in style at this hip eatery located within a turn-of-the-century factory building. Written by Maria Allen Photography by Derrick Zellmann Situated on the north side of Plymouth, inside the historic Cordage Commerce Center, Three V is a relative newcomer to Plymouth’s dining scene—but it has already established a local following. … Read more