Where everyday life is full of glimmers of ordinary magic
Stories from the Village
From the Inn on the Lake to the Farmerâs Market, from the bookshop in downtown to the cabin in the woods, enjoy soothing stories that lean into small pleasures and celebrate community. Based on the enormously popular podcast Nothing Much Happens, these family-friendly stories are an antidote to anxiety and a dose of simple goodness.
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Summer at the Inn (Encore)
Our stories today are about a busy summer day at the Inn by the Lake, welcoming guests with fresh coffee cake, watching birds and unexpected visitors, and finding peaceful moments to read while the world slows down.
Concerts, Cartography, and Candlelight
Our stories today are about a joyful summer concert on the village green, discovering hidden treasures in a historic map room, and finding comfort in the quiet rituals of a rainy day at the cottage.
Farmer's Market Walking Tour
Our story today is about strolling through the Village farmers market, sharing coffee and fresh pastries, discovering seasonal produce and flowers, meeting the people who grow our food, and slowing down to savor the simple joys of summer.
Peaceful Pastimes
Our stories today are about a train ride home at the end of the day, listening to waves beneath the night sky, and finding satisfaction in the simple work of wallpaper and paint.