https://www.jessannkirby.com A New England based lifestyle blog written and curated by Jess Ann Kirby. JessAnnKirby.com is a place to foster connection, creativity, and meaningful conversation. Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:18:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.1 https://www.jessannkirby.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cropped-L2a_sZCe-600x600.png https://www.jessannkirby.com 32 32 https://www.jessannkirby.com/kelly-way-garden-party-in-woodstock/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/kelly-way-garden-party-in-woodstock/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=45573 Images by @laneproffittphoto I couldn’t resist sharing some photos and a recap from my garden party at Kelly Way Gardens in Woodstock a few weeks ago. It was such a magical night and after a forecast of rain for the…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/kelly-way-garden-party-in-woodstock/feed/ 4 https://www.jessannkirby.com/charming-bbs-to-stay-in-vermont/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/charming-bbs-to-stay-in-vermont/#comments Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:40:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=45406 A Vermont dream getaway includes historic covered bridges, vibrant-colorful foliage, old time country stores and quaint B&Bs. When planning your Vermont vacation, you may decide you want to complete your experience by staying in a charming country bed and breakfast.…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/charming-bbs-to-stay-in-vermont/feed/ 4 https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-best-hikes-in-vermont/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-best-hikes-in-vermont/#comments Tue, 26 Jul 2022 12:17:42 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=45155 Vermont’s lush, mountainous landscape and gorgeous weather throughout spring, summer and fall (winter too if you aren’t afraid of some cooler temps!) make it the perfect place for hiking excursions. One of the things I love most about Vermont, despite…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-best-hikes-in-vermont/feed/ 1 https://www.jessannkirby.com/things-to-do-in-woodstock-vt-this-summer/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/things-to-do-in-woodstock-vt-this-summer/#comments Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=44481 I’ll never forget after our first winter in Vermont, we were packing up the car to head back to Newport for the summer. Throughout the day our neighbors would stop by to say hello and chat. Each time we would…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/things-to-do-in-woodstock-vt-this-summer/feed/ 3 https://www.jessannkirby.com/farm-stands-in-vermont/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/farm-stands-in-vermont/#respond Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=44491 You can’t get much more quintessential Vermont than a farm stand stocked with all the goodies- fresh fruit in the summer, maple syrup in the spring and pumpkins in the fall. Visiting a farm and seeing the sense of family,…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/farm-stands-in-vermont/feed/ 0 https://www.jessannkirby.com/best-swimming-holes-in-vermont/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/best-swimming-holes-in-vermont/#respond Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:41:38 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=44486 Vermont is abundant with mesmerizing landscapes that include biking and hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes, and fishing spots. Swimming holes are one of the major attractions in Vermont and a trip to the Green Mountain State is not complete without taking…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/best-swimming-holes-in-vermont/feed/ 0 https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-woodstock-guide-is-here/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-woodstock-guide-is-here/#respond Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=44743 Welcome to the Woodstock Guide I’m so excited to introduce The Woodstock Guide, my comprehensive resource with recommendations for travel to Woodstock, VT, all in one place. Similar to The Newport Guide, it will be updated seasonally so you’ll always…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/the-woodstock-guide-is-here/feed/ 0 https://www.jessannkirby.com/15-things-to-do-in-manchester-vt-this-summer/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/15-things-to-do-in-manchester-vt-this-summer/#respond Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=43767 A few weekends ago Jess and I had a girls weekend getaway in Manchester Vermont where we stayed at The Equinox Hotel. The drive from Woodstock along scenic route 100 was gorgeous, passing through the Green Mountain range, Coolidge State…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/15-things-to-do-in-manchester-vt-this-summer/feed/ 0 https://www.jessannkirby.com/where-to-eat-in-woodstock-vt/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/where-to-eat-in-woodstock-vt/#comments Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:50:56 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=42876 Once you arrive in the picturesque town of Woodstock, VT it will come as no surprise it’s been named one of the most beautiful towns in America. Located in Windsor County, Vermont, the eastern and central part of the state,…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/where-to-eat-in-woodstock-vt/feed/ 1 https://www.jessannkirby.com/farms-to-visit-in-vermont-and-new-hampshire/ https://www.jessannkirby.com/farms-to-visit-in-vermont-and-new-hampshire/#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:11:03 +0000 https://www.jessannkirby.com/?p=42566 As warm weather approaches, what better way to enjoy the outdoors and celebrate all of Vermont and New Hampshire’s beautiful bounties than visit some of our favorite farms with something to offer for everyone. Whether it’s homemade ice cream, baby…]]> https://www.jessannkirby.com/farms-to-visit-in-vermont-and-new-hampshire/feed/ 2