Thursday, August 11, 2011
Fitness training, yoga, orienteering and more.
Getting in shape is relative. Depending on who we are, how old we are and what our bodies need, we may step it up by indulging in fitness training or just by going for a 20-minute walk in the woods. Even within each of these activities there are different levels of difficulty. Check out our short but wide-ranging list of local businesses that can help you establish a new active routine. These businesses provide classes to increase circulation, keep ligaments and muscles supple, and maintain a comfortable weight. One 2 One BodyScapes 241 Boston Post Road, Wayland Offering personal training and fitness assessment as well as group exercise opportunities. Your Element Yoga 525 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Yoga studio offering non-heated and …
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Great stores to find toys and games - both for adults and for kids.
Cloud Nine Toys 337 Boston Post Road, Sudbury This is a large, independent toy store that sells all kinds of toys - from action figures and hobby tools to Legos and puzzles to costumes and kites. The question is not "Will you find something to give your kids?" but "What will it be?" Learning Express Sudbury & Acton 250 Great Road, Acton and 515 Boston Post Road, Sudbury The Learning Express, which serves several towns in Massachusetts, has toys for young kids through pre-teen age that are mainly of the educational variety. Puzzles, books, interactive games, creative kits and more are available at both locations. The Games People Play 1100 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge This store may be all the way in Cambridge, but it might be the only …
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Handcrafted gifts and work by local artists are just around the corner.
My Passion Flower 92 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Plant life beautifies our homes and offices, but some arrangements are so special they can genuinely fill the role of any sculpture or photo. Pop by My Passion Flower to see what artistic living pieces you can take home with you. Mango Tree Artisans 410 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Explore the beautiful display of handcrafted jewelry, gifts and folk art, sourced with respect to fair pricing. Accents include lanterns, mirrors, rugs and wall adornments. Mango has a great selection of affordable earrings to suit teens to adults. Gallery Seven 7 Nason St., Maynard Gallery Seven is a frame shop and fine art gallery featuring the work of local artists. This weekend the gallery is hosting a juried …
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Soccer, cycling, yoga, lacrosse. Need some sports equipment for you or your family? Check out these stores.
Brine's Sporting Goods 615 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Brine's is a Massachusetts sporting goods store, with two other locations in Belmont and Concord. Brine's in Sudbury is well-known among families and can set you up with equipment for field sports, general exercise apparel, running shoes and swimwear. Maynard Outdoor Store 24 Nason St., Maynard The Maynard Outdoor Store is a place you can't miss while walking in downtown Maynard. It's large and usually has some goals and clothing racks outside. The store sells general sports equipment, clothing, accessories and outdoor apparel and at good prices. Frank's Spoke 'n' Wheel 119 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Frank's is the place to go for a new bike, for service and to get connected with other …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Where to call or head for upgrades, repairs and other computer-related services.
Wayland Computer 101 Old Farm Road, Wayland For personalized services, call Wayland Computers and schedule an appointment or over-the-phone assistance. Sudbury Computer 7 Oak St., Sudbury For small and medium business and residential needs, Sudbury Computer offers an array of services from installation, troubleshooting, and even printing assistance. House calls available. Geek Boutique 69 Main St., Maynard For new and used computers and computer parts as well as service. Computers include PC and Apple. Geek Boutique also has a Hudson location. Pyramid Technology Services 10 Riverbank Road, Maynard Resellers of new and refurbished equipment, Pyramid also offers extensive IT services for businesses. Iguana Computers 3 Bradford St., Concord …
Thursday, July 7, 2011
It doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg to get into a museum.
On July 15, Garden in the Woods is offering free admission as part of The Highland Street Foundation's Free Fun Fridays summer program. Enjoy this beautiful outdoors museum at no cost. Free to Massachusetts residents every Sunday morning (year-round) from 9 a.m. to noon and on Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. (September through May). Free First Friday: July 1 from 10 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. One and all can visit the MFA, including special exhibits such as Through the Looking Glass, for free. Free for all from 5 to 9 p.m., every Thursday night. Also free for families (up to 2 adults accompanied by children 12 and under) on the last Saturday of each month. This summer, weekdays Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. admission is free. Dates for …
Thursday, June 30, 2011
In honor of the holiday weekend, we're digging through Amy Simmons' cooking column archive for picnic-friendly fare.
Black Bean & Barley Salad This one is cold, light, non-meat and can be prepared ahead of time – a perfect picnic package. Amy recommends tossing in various summer veggies as they come into season. 'Golden Arches' Chicken Nuggets This one takes a bit more work, but you'll be the favorite cook at the party (especially among the kids) if you show up with chicken nuggets. Finger food is always a fun picnic treat. While the sauce options are endless, you might want to stay away from the dairy and mayonnaise based varieties for outdoor gatherings. A little ketchup goes a long way without making anyone sick. Slow Cooker BBQ Kielbasa With picnic food, easy is the way to go and what could be easier than a slow cooker meal. This is another one that …
Thursday, June 23, 2011
These restaurants have more than a few reasons to take the whole family there.
The Villa, 124 East Plain St., Wayland Every night of the week and Sunday afternoon The Villa offers special family platters such as veal parmigiana, baked lasagna or the roast du jour. The Villa has been in town for decades, and the amiable wait staff add to the warm atmosphere. The portions are huge, the food is good - and for that, the prices are great. Friendly's, 457 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Friendly's has long been a staple for families, with a menu for seniors and kids, and plenty of appetizers to share. Sudbury teams always head to the ice cream booth for celebrations. Items are tasty and really affordable. Larger parties can be accommodated by taking down the dividers between booths. Prana Cafe, 292 Centre St., Newton This is a …
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Check out ideas for celebratory gifts you can purchase locally or presents you can make at home.
Homemade Nut Mix and Ketchup Heinz ketchup is tasty, but once you try the homemade version you'll see how much more complex and spicy (but not hot) ketchup can be. The two recipes above have good reviews on some great recipe sites - yummly.com and epicurious.com. Photo Slide Show Have your kids pick their favorite song and pictures to create a slideshow for Dad. If he is usually working during the day, consider making a sign for him and taking some pictures with it around town. Fly Fishing Class Sign dad up for "Fly Fishing 101" with Concord Outfitters. This two-part class covers all the basics including tying knots, fly presentation, casting and releasing and more. Cost: $150 - kids or grandkids can attend free with adult. Home Brew …
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Creative products and systems driving innovative businesses.
Pearl's Premium Ultra Low Maintenance Lawn Seed This lawn seed rarely needs watering, can be mowed as little as never to once a month, and needs no chemicals to be thick and beautiful (good for our pets, families and ponds). Says Wayland resident Jackson Madnick about creating the seed: He spent years developing it with the only two university grass researchers who were not receiving grants from fertilizer companies. Several properties in Wayland and throughout the state already use this seed, and it is picking up steam. The product was recently covered in the New England Business Bulletin as groundbreaking and potentially industry-shaking. Ecological Engineering Group Based in Weston, this company has created several systems that make …
Mary Walsh
9:03 am on Wednesday, October 31, 2012
PRICING.. PRICING .. PRICING!!!!!! How much does it cost to go to anyone of these places????? more ›