I've been meaning to post about outdoor rinks FOREVER, but every time I've adjusted my editorial calendar to post, the weather got weirdly warm! So finally, here we go! Here's a roundup of 19 outdoor spots to skate, alphabetically ordered by city/town. Check out individual links for condition updates, skate rental availability, and -- in my opinion rather critically -- snack and hot cocoa availability! And for less temperature dependent options, check out this roundup of 41 indoor rinks.I've been meaning to post about outdoor rinks FOREVER, but every time I've adjusted my editorial calendar to post, the weather got weirdly warm! So finally, here we go! Here's a roundup of 19 outdoor spots to skate, alphabetically ordered by city/town. Check out individual links for condition updates, skate rental availability, and -- in my opinion rather critically -- snack and hot cocoa availability! And for less temperature dependent options, check out this roundup of 41 indoor rinks.
On Wednesday I attended a fun event hosted by New Balance at MyStryde in the North End. I was interested in popping in both because I'm a runner (MyStryde is a brand new indoor running studio) and because I had never set foot on a treadmill before -- no joke! I think this has been due in part because I like running outside, and also because I've held a vision of Bill Murray a la Lost In Translation in my mind. I was convinced I'd be treadmill roadkill!
Friends, have you tried Besito Mexican yet? I've been eager to visit (Mexican being among my favorite foods) and finally got around to doing so, thanks to a very kind invitation to me and Jon right before the holidays. On that note, I first want to say that it was so lovely to kick off the holiday season with a chill date night -- I highly recommend you do that next year! And second, I wanted to share a few reasons why Besito is a great meetup spot:
Farmer’s markets may feel like a distant summer memory (as does being outside without ALL THE LAYERS), but these 14 spots keep the fresh food coming through the winter, too. From produce, meat, and fish to wine, sweets, and cheese, these markets offer a fantastic way to support local growers and food artisans while enjoying their tastiest in-season offerings. Check out the list below (alphabetically ordered by location) to find a market near you!
Man, this weather has been SO WEIRD. As I'm typing this paragraph, it's 57 degrees on December 15 and I walked around all day without a jacket! I thought by now I'd be doing a roundup on outdoor skating rinks (fear not, that feature is forthcoming) but many rinks are delayed due to the weather. Meanwhile, if you're looking to work on your swizzles and axels, Laura has assembled this awesome list of 41 indoor ice skating rinks in Boston and beyond. Enjoy!
I'm thrilled to return to the Local Gems series with a roundup of 19 awesome recommendations from Rachel Borgatti, Executive Director of the Friends of Fort Point Channel. When Rachel isn't working to make Fort Point a great place to live, work, and play (you may bump into her distributing free maps of the area!), she's taking her two little kids gallery hopping where they fill up on crackers and complain that their favorite art pieces changed from last time. Thanks for sharing these amazing recommendations, Rachel!
Today, Lindsey shares a special local gems edition, focused on 3 fantastic maker sites:
Though my 10-year-old son likes hockey and baseball, his true passion seems to lie in science and engineering. He's a budding maker, wants to be a robot designer, is often found poring over a book about physics, has a periodic table poster on his wall, loves Minecraft, and delights in home science projects (cue baking soda and vinegar!).
Today, Katy shares inspiration to get out and sled:
The string of recent storms inspired us to shake the cobwebs off of our snow tubes and toboggans for some great sledding. Below includes some of my favorite sledding spots in my old neighborhood around Watertown as well as other recommendations from the Boston Mamas community. Share your favorite sledding spots in the comments below!
Hooray, it's Local Gems time! Today's Newton recommendations come from my friend Sharon Reilly, mom of three, blogger at ViolaCay, and cofounder of the Newton Kitchen Tour. Thanks for sharing these 11 local gems, Sharon! And be sure to check out the Arlington Center, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Coolidge Corner, Huron Village, Easton, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Medford, Natick, Watertown, and Wellesley features!
Hooray, it's Local Gems time! Today's Natick recommendations come from my friend Jodi Grundig, mom of two and editor of Mom's Favorite Stuff and Family Travel Magazine. Thanks for sharing these 10 local gems in Natick, Jodi! And be sure to check out the Arlington Center, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Coolidge Corner, Huron Village, Easton, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Medford, Watertown, and Wellesley features!