When it comes to accessorizing, what’s cuter than a furry friend? Check out this year’s pictorial of local pets and some entertaining anecdotes about each of them on page 61. We also divulge the year’s most popular pet trends on page 32, ensuring you’ll have the coolest canine on the block; and introduce you to a handful of area animal organizations whose humane, heartfelt efforts help all types of cuddly creatures on page 22.
Finally, in honor of America’s birthday on July 4, we share some pretty—and pretty refreshing—drinks in “Red, White, & Booze” (page 84)—plus a list of star-spangled celebrations to make this year’s Independence Day extra exciting. After a year of isolation and canceled events, I’m all for letting freedom ring. Just don’t forget to don your coolest all-American attire…stars and stripes are always in style, after all. Cheers!