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Summer Daze Opening Reception

For immediate release: Summer Daze Jen Kelly, Jess Hurley Scott, John Vinton June 6 – August 29, 2025 Savage Godfrey Gallery 693 Main Street, Norwell, MA 02061 www.savagegodfrey.com @savagegodfreygallery Contact: Christina Godfrey, Director, christina@savagegodfrey.com Gallery/Exhibition info: This summer the Savage Godfrey Gallery opens its fourth exhibition Summer Daze. Paintings by Jen Kelly, Jess Hurley Scott, … Read more

Savage Godfrey Gallery

Curating the next wave of fine art appreciation. By Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney For Christina Godfrey, the director of the newly opened Savage Godfrey Gallery in Norwell, art is more than just a passion—it’s a family legacy. The daughter of abstract expressionist painter Robert S. Neuman and gallerist Sunne Savage (who founded the … Read more

LAND+SEA Artist’s Reception

Please join us to celebrate Savage Godfrey Gallery’s second exhibition Land + Sea! The show features works by four regional artists: Susan Ahearn, Michael Coyne, Michele Lauriat, and Aron Leaman. The exhibition runs through March 14th, 2024. The reception will be held on Friday, February 7th from 6-8 p.m. Can’t make the reception? Gallery hours … Read more

Crowning Glory

A Hull home maximizes functionality while capitalizing on panoramic views. By Jennifer H. McInerney Photography by Kjeld Mahoney and Dan Cutrona In the Green Hill neighborhood of Hull, on the upward slope of aptly named Summit Avenue, a newly constructed single-family home takes full advantage of the sweeping water views in nearly all directions. Boats … Read more

NVNA and Hospice’s The 12 Celebration

Molly and Fedor Smith Christine Falvey, Anthony Messina, Gina Vita, Thom Baer Jane Steinmetz, Renee McInnes, Ellen Zane Elena Kirkiles, Laura Winters Jack Falvey, Patty Krumholz, Josh Krumholz Gerry Lynch, Jeff Lynch, Kathy Morely, Kitty Pinch Kristen Walker, Richard Walker, Dana Norton, Tom Norton Joe DeStefano, Michelle DeStefano, Jason Clifford, Tracy Clifford, Sarah Crossman PJ … Read more

Cattivo

A South Shore boutique specializes in youthful fashions for the whimsical, wicked and wild. Text and photography by Kate Rogan of Ellie Finn Photography Model: Emma Sullivan “Fashion,” says Mary Marathas, owner of Cattivo, “is a way of speaking without saying a word.” For the Chicago native, whose first job at 16 was working as an assistant … Read more

Riverfront Revolution

A Norwell home gets a first-floor update. By Jennifer Sperry, Photography by Derrick Zellmann Gordon and Annellen Pulsifer have owned their Norwell property on the North River since 1999. “We knew right away it was a special place, with water views from every room,” explains Gordon. Over the years, while raising their two sons, they updated … Read more

Hydrangea How-To

One of the showiest and ubiquitous of summertime blooms, hydrangeas are a popular choice for South Shore residents looking to add a pop of color to their yard. Here are a few tips from local master gardeners for keeping hydrangeas happy and cultivating bountiful blooms.   Consider Color “Hydrangeas have the widest range of colors … Read more

A Fresh Look for Spring

Photography by Kate Rogan Want to say goodbye to drab “quarantine” hair? Charles “Buddy” Dudley, acclaimed hair color expert and cofounder of Charles David Salons & Spas in Hanover and Plymouth, has got you covered. Check out his helpful tips and hair color trends for golden blondes, smoke-show brunettes, gorgeous gray, and more. Sun-Kissed Blonde … Read more

The Rise of the Backyard Office

By Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Staging by Laura Graziano Staging and Interiors ASP®, IAHSP® There are many perks to working from home (no dress code, shorter commute, ability to monitor your child’s remote learning), but the “new normal” also presents challenges. With increasing numbers of professionals and students working from home, there is … Read more

Inspiring Women In Business: Nancy Virta

Nancy Virta Broker at Preferred Properties 617-719-1483 nancyvsuccess@gmail.com virtahomes.com Nancy Virta has been helping people find their ideal home for 33 years. A proud mother of three and grandmother to seven, she is what you would call a “people person.” Blessed with an abundance of patience and a mothering instinct, she finds great satisfaction in … Read more

Outdoor Living By Design

Warmer weather is on the way, which means more opportunities to spend time outside. For this article, we asked local landscape and home design experts to share helpful advice for creating inviting outdoor living spaces. From state-of-the-art outdoor kitchens and pools to the best plants, natural stone and furnishings for a chic patio, deck or terrace, these … Read more