Dining

"More people are relying on the food pantries to help them get through this difficult time. Therefore, we need to raise money to help us feed the increased number of clients," Vicki M. Littman noted.

"It's a great time to bring the community together and share the bounty of the East End," Nicolette Diodati shared.

"This workshop will provide insight into the wild and edible plants that are a natural part of our landscape, and guide us towards a deepened understanding of what 'eating local' can mean," Heather Meehan said.

"The interest and turnout for this event are a shining example of the far reaching impact that our program has had on the entire community," Susan Hanley said.

"The Indian Wells Tavern had not been that busy on a Friday night since August," Ryan Sherman said about the Craft Beer Takeover launch last month. "The exclusive craft selections we chose flew out of the taps and sold out while people were surrounded by familiar company, great local food, and killer tunes from a local musician."

You'd think that National Margarita Day would be in the midst of summer, but it's actually on February 22. So break out the tequila and celebrate.

"If people knew more about the power of giving, they would not let a single meal pass without sharing it is some way," Sheila Minkel Barrila noted.

"I'm particularly excited to reopen while it's still winter and a lovely time to celebrate what this season allows us to indulge in most, like hot chocolate, warming soups, comforting breads and pastries," Carissa Waechter noted.

Plan on spending Valentine's Day at home? Celebrate with one of these love-themed concoctions.

The Seed Library is a free service where folks can take up to five free packets of seeds per month," Rachel Stephens explained.