Summer

At the end of every school year, I find myself slightly overwhelmed by the thought of having my children home for three straight months. A few years ago, a wise friend gave me the idea of making a summer...

Summer, summer, summer! It's the most wonderful time of the year! The weather is perfect, the days are long, and it is time to slow down and enjoy the endless possibilities of a Boston summer! We have a list of...

One of the greatest things about a Boston summer is the close proximity to nearly 200 miles of Massachusetts coastline. What does that mean, exactly? Get that sunscreen ready, because we're going to the BEACH!  There are many fantastic places...

Mayor's Movie Nights Mayor's Movie Nights are a part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program and will give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in city parks in August and...

Summer isn't complete without a trip to the farm to pick your own blueberries! It's time to pack up the family and head out on your very own blueberry picking adventure! Boston Moms Blog has compiled a list of local pick-your-own blueberry farms. Whether you bake a blueberry pie, whip up some blueberry pancakes, or pop the berries into your mouth right off the bush, we know you'll enjoy this delicious taste of summer!

This post was originally published in 2018. It is updated yearly with the most up-to-date information for Boston-area families, but please be sure to check each individual website for information before visiting.  As soon as the warm weather is here...

The lazy days of summer are winding down, and fall is right around the corner. Don't put away the bathing suits and break out the sweaters just yet, though — there is still plenty of summer to enjoy! And...

The world is opening back up, and abundant opportunities to get out and have FUN are popping up all over the Boston area!  Need some ideas to get out and explore? Boston Moms has compiled a few of our favorite...

The Cape escape has begun. It’s not easy to get there, given that traffic has picked up, but once you’re there it’s worth the drive. I have been lucky enough to spend summers on Cape Cod since I...

Flowers are in bloom in the Boston area! Their beauty is abundant nearly everywhere you look! If you are looking for the perfect photo opportunity, a beautiful decoration for your home, or the chance to surprise someone you love...

As busy moms ourselves, we know that finding summer camps in and around Boston is often high on your to-do list! We are so fortunate to live in an area where camp options abound. But how do you decide...

I was a Girl Scout growing up, and I feel fortunate to this day to have camped in a treehouse, cabin, tent, teepee — and a shower stall. It's probably one of my earliest camping memories: At a Girl...