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We are so fortunate to live here on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia! Our beaches and trails, our friendly people and supportive communities and an abundance of talented artisans and committed entrepreneurs are just a few of the reasons this area is so unique. During the upcoming holiday season, we can do our …
By the time December comes, for most of us it brings a close to another busy year and most especially busy holiday season. There are events to attend, decorating to be done and the struggle with figuring out what to give people for gifts? What about giving a gift that is good for your mind …
We are so fortunate to live here on the South Shore of Nova Scotia! Our beautiful beaches and trails, our friendly and supportive communities and an abundance of talented artisans and committed entrepreneurs are just a few of the reasons this area is so unique. During the upcoming holiday season, we can do our part …
I know October feels early to start talking about the Holidays, but the truth is….it’s never too early to start planning! 😉 For the past two years we have published a Simple Local Life Holiday Gift Guide, and it’s something we love and really look forward to. Our goals are to help smaller independent producers …
As an author and independent book publisher, it’s pretty obvious that you enjoy being surrounded by books. Wanting to do something “big” Lisa Pomfrey-Talbot took a leap this year and opened up her own independent bookstore located in beautiful Mahone Bay. Besides carrying local authors and local interest books, A Novel Idea Bookstore also carries …
It’s only been 6 months since Hailey Thomson opened the doors to her shop…Here Nor There…on Main St in Mahone Bay, but it’s been bringing in crowds of people ever since. Here Nor There is a cozy little lifestyle shop featuring lots of unique items..some handcrafted…some local…and lots to help reflect your personal style. This …
The Holiday season marks a time when we want to show our thanks to those who have meant something to us over the past year. It could be your mom, your neighbor, your child’s favorite teacher or maybe even your hair stylist…the list of people who we interact with each day and especially those who …
By the time December comes, for most of us it brings a close to another busy year and most especially busy holiday season. There are events to attend, decorating to be done and the struggle with figuring out what to give people for gifts? What about giving a gift that is good for your mind …
We are so fortunate to live here on the South Shore of Nova Scotia! Our beautiful beaches and trails, our friendly and supportive communities and an abundance of talented artisans and committed entrepreneurs are just a few of the reasons this area is so unique. During the upcoming Holiday season, we can do our part …
Inspiration comes to us in many forms. While playing music during a weekly session at a local craft brewery, Vickie Gray noticed that all the musicians glasses were the same and often hard to distinguish from each other. Coupled with a perfect stage of life to finally chase after her entrepreneurial spirit, a dream came …