Last spring, we gathered at The Ux for an intimate afternoon centered on courage, resilience, and the quiet work of choosing your own path. Led by Kay Lock Kolp , Café & Courage brought together a room of thoughtful, curious guests for a high tea, an honest conversation, and a guided workshop rooted in reflection and forward motion. Kay shared her personal journey, from a time when she relied on a wheelchair to later solo-hiking across northern England, inviting us to rethink

Guests enjoying a flower arranging workshop by Jillie's Flowers at The UXLocale. This gathering was centered on creating something beautiful in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Held in our greenhouse space, the evening felt naturally intimate, a fitting backdrop for working with flowers, sharing charcuterie, and settling into the moment. What stayed with me was the genuine surprise on guests’ faces as their arrangements came together. Many were visibly shocked by the beauty of t

George Komarnicki discusses his inspirations and experiences as a photographer. George Komarnicki: Instagram / Portfolio This gathering began as an invitation to look more closely. Photography enthusiasts, fellow travelers, and lovers of Italian culture filled the room, creating an atmosphere of curiosity and thoughtful conversation. The focus was not only on the images, but on the journey behind them. George, a photographer based in Millis , shared his creative path, shaped

Nicole Fenoff, Artist in Residence, painting a mural at The UXLocale Nicole Fenoff: Instagram This collaboration began as a curiosity about what it means to invite art into daily life. Calling Nicole our artist in residence felt instinctive, not formal, but true. Historically, these kinds of projects create space for artists to step outside routine and form a deeper connection with the people who encounter their work. What unfolded here was unexpected, joyful, and deeply pers

A curated selection of books for sale at the UxLocale. This event began with a bit of uncertainty. I usually have a sense when an idea is going to take hold, but this one arrived without much buzz leading up to it. Still, it felt worth trying, an invitation to slow down, browse, and gather around stories rather than a structured agenda. What unfolded was a genuine surprise. People showed up, and with enthusiasm, filling the room with curiosity and conversation. Mando offered

A five-course meal inspired by the flavors of Italy - from Florence to Tuscany - each course paired with exquisite wines 

Highlights from Savoring Sicily at The UxLocale, August 26, 2025 This experience reminded me why gathering matters. For this dinner, we intentionally set the room with one long table for our favorite twelve nurses , and the remaining tables as four- and six-tops, inviting guests into both intimacy and shared conversation. The energy that unfolded felt open and connected, with stories moving easily from table to table. Each guest brought curiosity and generosity to the room,

Highlights from Venezuelan Arepas: The Experience and Wine Pairing Dinner, November 11, 2025 Our guests, Art and Emilia, the dynamic duo of Art Cooks , have launched a new venture: offering informative cooking classes both online and in-person. We were fortunate to host them three times for special events called Venezuelan Arepas: The Experience This workshop began as an invitation to listen. Rather than reinterpreting, the goal was to create space for tradition to be shared

Bob Ross–Style Painting Workshop This workshop was an invitation to slow down and create without pressure. Rooted in the Bob Ross wet-on-wet technique, the experience emphasized ease, spontaneity, and the quiet joy of working with nature-inspired forms. The focus was never perfection, but presence and curiosity. What stood out most was the energy Caryn Pierce brought into the room. As a certified Bob Ross instructor, she led with calm confidence, warmth, and humor. What felt