![The Counties Assemblies nonprofit organization is encouraging upperclassmen at Fairfield County schools to purchase tickets for their annual charity dances, in anticipation of the Nov. 20 registration deadline. I](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenshot-2022-11-20-at-5.42.13-PM.png)
Fairfield County ushers back Counties Assemblies winter dances
Allison Gillman '23, Business Manager
• November 20, 2022
![Through the shared experience of navigating a new environment largely independent of adult support, I learned to be a strong traveler and how to move around and live with a tight-knit group of peers.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Screen-Shot-2022-05-03-at-1.44.33-PM.png)
Spain cultural immersion trip creates unforgettable experience, breaks barriers
Allison Gillman '23, Business Director
• May 3, 2022
![With American-style handmade chocolates boasting European quality, the Bridgewater Chocolate Box Shop is hosting a pop-up on 11 Church Ln, open weekends until Dec. 19.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-08-at-4.24.47-PM.png)
Bridgewater Chocolate pops into Westport for the holidays
Allison Gillman '23, Assistant Business Manager
• January 8, 2022
New 6-Period schedule disadvantages student athletes
Allie Gillman ’23, Assistant Business Manager, Hannah Conn '23, Web Opinions Editor
• October 27, 2021
![From something as simple as garlic to more complex blends, spices serve as flavorful and beneficial additions to daily meals. Certain spices like masala can tease out stronger, more aromatic flavors, while others, including turmeric and trikatu, contain key health-promoting ingredients.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-07-at-2.48.56-PM.png)
Spicing food offers practical and tasty approach to cooking
Allison Gillman '23, Assistant Business Manager
• October 7, 2021
![In 'MONTERO,' Lil Nas X reveals his personal struggles with identity that had long travelled under the public radar, while also championing the hard work and perseverance that led to his success and stardom in the music industry.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-02-at-11.04.39-PM.png)
Lil Nas X’s ‘MONTERO’ reveals artist’s personal journey, illuminating prevalence of identity in the modern world
Allison Gillman ’23, Assistant Business Manager
• October 2, 2021
![As Connecticut welcomes summer weather, many of wild birds’ natural prey becomes more prevalent. However, we can still help birds fulfill their ferocious daily feeding schedules by getting crafty with household materials to make bird feeders.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Screen-Shot-2021-06-11-at-9.22.23-PM.png)
DIY bird feeder serves as productive pastime, supplement to wildlife
Allison Gillman '23, Assistant Business Manager
• June 11, 2021
![Disney’s new “Raya and the Last Dragon,” which was released on Disney+ on March 5, 2021, demonstrates the complexity and capability of well-developed female lead characters. In addition to phenomenal storytelling, both the protagonist and antagonist in the film are skilled, nuanced women with passions, issues and strengths.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-24-at-9.08.23-AM.png)
‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ revolutionizes traditional portrayal of Disney princesses
Allison Gillman ’23, Web Opinions Editor
• March 24, 2021
![For those who do not have a readily available selection of books at home, libraries are the best place to start. Not only do they offer books on virtually any subject imaginable -- including Westport’s own downtown public library -- but libraries create the perfect peaceful environment to dig into nonfiction or get lost in a magical storyline. Besides, removing environmental factors that shutter a teenager from reading is the first step in opening the heart to books.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Screen-Shot-2021-03-05-at-1.05.55-PM-676x900.png)
Today’s teens must rediscover emotional, creative outlet provided by books
Allison Gillman '23, Web Opinions Editor
• March 5, 2021
!["WandaVision" kicked off Marvel Studios’ new bracket of television shows on Jan. 15, with episode five set to air on Feb. 5. Straying from the action-packed genre that characterized Marvel productions for over a decade, the beginning of the show harkens to the era of classic American sitcoms such as “I Love Lucy” and “Leave It To Beaver.”](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Screen-Shot-2021-02-04-at-12.28.30-AM-900x671.png)
Beguiling first episodes of Marvel Studios’ ‘WandaVision’ are worth the watch
Allison Gillman ’23, Web Opinions Editor
• February 4, 2021
![Mexica Kitchen & Cantina opened its doors Dec. 5 on 221 Post Road W. The Osorio family owned Villa del Sol, a former Westport Mexican dining location, for a number of years, serving a plethora of traditional Mexican dishes and beverages. The Mexica team hopes to continue with an atmosphere similar to Villa del Sol’s, keeping with traditional cuisine and adding multiple new dishes to showcase a stronger sense of the food and culture of Mexico. Mexica follows appropriate social distancing guidelines and offers both curbside and takeout services.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Screen-Shot-2020-12-23-at-4.05.21-PM.png)
Newly-opened restaurant Mexica achieves ideal dining experience
Allison Gillman '23, Web Opinions Editor
• December 23, 2020
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