Winter may have started more than a month ago, but now is the time of year when it seems to drag on. One of the best ways to get through the long New England winter is to bundle up and get outside. It’s taken me many years (decades really) to embrace the...
My son and I recently had the chance to check out the brand new, pirate museum in Salem: Real Pirates Salem. The museum is a family-friendly, pirate experience that tells the true tale of “Black Sam” Bellamy – the richest and one of the youngest pirates of all...
On Sunday, I asked moms in our wonderful Instagram community to share their favorite, local ice skating spots. Who knew there were so many good ones? Thanks to everyone who answered this Mom Question of the Week! If you have another spot to add to the list or...
Looking for a unique, outdoor experience for the whole family? Our contributor, Allie Hamner, recently visited Boston Lights at the Franklin Park Zoo with her four kids (ages 6.5 years, 5 years, 3 years and 3 months old). She said, “This was a great...
Do you love peaches as much as I do? Peach Festivals and pick your own (PYO) peaches are sometimes overlooked in favor of the more popular strawberry and apple picking seasons. But many local farms grow peaches and three are hosting celebrations this year. 2021...
Looking for a fun, family activity? Get out on the water (and hopefully) spot one of these majestic creatures. This is the perfect outdoor activity for a summer staycation, or for showing out-of-town guests our beautiful coastline. Whale Watching on the North Shore...
