Winter

The Polar Express may be a make-believe story, but a holiday train ride can be your family's reality! The Greater Boston area has many holiday train experiences that will bring the magic of the Polar Express right to your...

February and I are not friends. We're barely on speaking terms. My whole life, February has been the month where I run out of steam and sink down into myself. In February, in the depths of winter, I feel...

Some day I’m going to look back at the first few months of Anna’s life and laugh with her. We’ll talk about how it was a record-breaking winter for Boston, how her dog Abby LOVED her first (and second...

The holiday season is a magical time, and what better way to celebrate than to take in a festive performance? Get into the spirit of the season with an afternoon or evening out at one of these family-friendly holiday...

February school vacation week is just around the corner! If you're planning a staycation and are looking for fun things to do with your kids during February break, check out these Boston-area events and happenings! Monster Jam :: Worcester February 16-18  Experience...

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, Thy leaves are so unchanging. As this well-known Christmas carol goes on to say (in summary), the tree’s leaves are equally as green in the summer as...

This holiday season seems to be the latest thing we can add to the “pivot” column. When I learned that Thanksgiving was no longer a safe social gathering, I heard Jo March from "Little Women" saying, "Christmas won’t be...

I hate to even remind you — it is July, after all — about how epic last winter was. Truly the biggest snowfall. Ever. I can see already that everyone in these parts is enjoying summer like never before. We all...

There is something about the winter — the holiday season, the traditions — that makes grief feel really palpable for me and many others. While there is a lot of joy, celebration, and positivity, for me there is also...

'Tis the season to be freezin'! Looking for a fun family activity or a thrilling date night adventure? Lace up your skates and check out one of the many outdoor ice skating rinks in and around Greater Boston! Frog Pond |...

We all know Boston winters are no joke! It is essential for little ones to get out and play, and being stuck inside all winter is not an option. Here are some ideas for great winter gear to keep your kiddo toasty warm through this harsh season.

There’s no better way to warm up this winter than with a bowl of homemade soup! To get you through those chilly days, try some of my favorites in the Cambridge area, including Arlington, Medford, and Somerville! Kickstand Cafe ::...