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Now that my daughter is in preschool and has started to make new friends, the birthday party invites are pouring in. I loved birthday parties as a kid, and I'm thrilled for her to start experiencing them. But the dilemma...

There is nothing like piling the family into the car and heading out to look at beautiful, twinkling holiday lights! If you're looking for a festive treat, plan a trip to see some of these amazing holiday lights displays...

There is nothing quite like the feeling of stepping foot into a toy store, even if you're an adult! Whether you're searching for a birthday present, a holiday gift, or a fun surprise for your little one, it's time...

The smell of pine needles, the chill in the air — it's the most wonderful time of the year to pick your own Christmas tree from a local Boston-area farm.

There is something truly magical about gathering around the table with family and friends to share a meal. Of course, these holiday meals can also be a source of stress, especially if you are the one hosting. If you are welcoming holiday guests into your home this year, chances are at least one of your friends or family members will have some food allergies. How can you make sure everyone feels welcome at your table... without also stressing yourself out?

I’m guessing you didn’t get to socialize much during the pandemic. Neither did I. One thing I really missed was going out to dinner — a classic date night in Boston with my partner. Now that restaurants are back...

Are you looking for new ways to celebrate Halloween in Boston? With pumpkins, costumes, and trick-or-treating at the ready, October is a magical time of year with children! Check our list of Boston-area Halloween events below! Did we miss...

Maybe trick-or-treating in your neighborhood on Halloween night doesn't work for your little ones. Or maybe your kiddos want extra chances for trick-or-treating this year! Fortunately, you can head to a variety of safe, well-lit locations in Boston —...

Hockey season is back, and it's one of my favorite things about fall!  Taking your family to a hockey game in New England is truly a fun adventure for kids of all ages. I was 8 years old when...

From Beacon Hill to Brookline and beyond, there are so many amazing Boston-area neighborhoods that are perfect for your traditional trick-or-treating — the kind that brings neighbors together by the dozens, by the hundreds, or sometimes even by the...

While New England shines uniquely in all four seasons, there’s something magical about the bright colorful leaves, crisp air, and pristine orchards that take over every autumn. Leaf peepers will flock to New England destinations like New Hampshire's Kancamagus...

I'm going to say it: Boston is at its BEST in the fall. Is there anything more magical than a crisp fall morning at a local bakery? I can practically smell the sweet air and feel the steam from...