I don’t typically visit Salem, Massachusetts, during the Halloween season — the crowds are enough to discourage even the most adventurous families. But during the other 11 months of the year I make a point to head to Salem's...
As a lifelong Bostonian, I am the first to admit that winter is not my favorite season. In fact, winter and I do not get along very well. What makes the cold months more bearable for me (besides the...
Sometimes our Boston winters are a bust — all cold toes and no snow. No sledding, no snow forts, barely enough powder for a scrawny snowman. And while the shovelers might rejoice, those of us with young kids know...
All parents know it can be very difficult to find time alone with a spouse. With three kids and a full calendar, my husband and I are lucky to get an hour together after the kids are in bed...
Let's go to Bridgeport! My daughter and I recently embarked on a 48-hour "girls weekend" to the coastal city of Bridgeport, Connecticut. One of the great things about Bridgeport is that it’s the midpoint between the Greater Boston area...
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.
Newport, Rhode Island, is known as the Classic Coast for good reason — the history of Bellevue Avenue is as interesting as it is beautiful. A town known for its rich history may seem daunting with kids, but Newport...
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...
Thanksgiving can be a wonderful time to get together with family and loved ones. So many wonderful traditions abound, but keeping kids entertained and occupied in the days after the turkey’s been eaten can be a tall task. Luckily,...
Spending an hour and a half in the car (each way) with a toddler is something a lot of parents avoid. (Doing it alone is seen by some as absolutely certifiable.) But the western half of our state is...
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...
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Top Picks for Kid-Friendly Outdoor Dining in Boston’s Suburbs!
It's that time of year — we're ready to savor the sunny days with outdoor meals at our favorite family-friendly restaurants! If you're in...
