Suburban life does not always offer the wide, open green spaces that were once the promise of these cities and towns within proximity of the city. With rampant industrial, commercial and residential development in many of...
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Tags: Boston hiking, Neponset River Watershed, south of Boston, walking Boston area
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VisitMaine.com just sent us a very tasty-sounding event happening in January in mid-coast Maine… Rockland, Maine, will be celebrating its 7th annual Pies on Parade Pie Tour on National Pie Day — Jan....
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The Wilton Historical Society’s annual Great Trains exhibit, held this year Dec, 4 through Jan. 17 at the Wilton Historical Society at 224 Danbury Rd. in Wilton, Conn., features a fascinating range of...
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Sam Adams Brewery, at 30 Germanina St. in Boston, Mass., offers free tours of its facility for those 21 and older. Here, you can learn about the brewery process from start to finish —...
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The Maine Office of Tourism — VisitMaine.com — sent us a press release on open-to-the-public Christmas tree farms across Maine. As you’ll read below, it’s not only about buying a Christmas tree but also traditions to get you...
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North Attleboro, Mass., has always been community-oriented. Residents and businesses of this tight-knit large town — not too far from the northern Rhode Island border – are a generous type and Village...
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Sent to us from Sam Brewer of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the following event is definitely an item of interest for New England locals and tourists during the weekend of Dec. 4:...
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The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston, Mass., is making history with the most comprehensive renovation and expansion project in its history. According to an announcement on the MFA Facebook...
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More than 40 artisans and crafters will be selling their handmade projects and crafts at the Holiday Inn, Mansfield, Mass., on Nov. 28, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a great way...
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Whether by the coast or inland, Maine features many special community tree lighting ceremonies and parades — thus, proving that Maine vacations and day-trip travel extend well beyond summer! Even a special lighthouse gets dressed up for...
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The Thrifty New England Traveler – Cheap Travel Ideas
