Richard Pickering of the Plimoth Patuxet Museums Photo/Courtesy of Plimoth Patuxet Museum

Keeping history alive – Richard Pickering of Plimoth Patuxet Museums

By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer  PLYMOUTH - Perhaps researching and depicting colonial history is just in Richard Pickering’s DNA. He grew up in Braintree, the...
Quahog Republic Dive Bar in Onset’s Monsta Lobsta Roll is piled high with perfectly cooked lobster. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Cape Cod’s best lobster rolls appeal to a variety of tastes

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer Overstuffed, gorgeous lobster rolls are synonymous with New England oceanside vacations. On a recent trip to Cape Cod we set...
Hotels, cruise ships, airlines and more are setting guidelines to enable people to have their pet join them on a vacation.

Traveling with cats and dogs is a growing trend

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer REGION - In today’s day and age, it is not uncommon to check into your hotel and see a dog...
This year’s Lilac Sunday at the Arnold Arboretum is celebrating 150 years of the garden’s existence and 112 Lilac Sundays. Photo/Courtesy Jon Hetman, Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

Celebrations welcome spring across Massachusetts

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - It is time to shake off your heavy coat and the overwhelming feeling of cabin fever for warm...
Grendel’s Den, founded in 1971, is modeled after the everyday European restaurants that its founders enjoyed during their many trips there. Photo/Submitted

After more than 50 years, Grendel’s Den in Cambridge is still going strong

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By Matt Robinson, Contributing Writer Grendel’s Den, founded in 1971, is modeled after the everyday European restaurants that its founders enjoyed during their many...
A tank demonstration weekend will be held August 13-14 at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson.

Hudson museum offers a unique, immersive historical experience

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By Liz Nolan, Contributing Writer HUDSON - If you are looking for a genuine interaction with history, be sure to visit the American Heritage Museum...
Southwick's Zoo in Mendon is a cornucopia of animal-focused fun. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Summer ‘skip-gen’ experiences to share with your grandchildren

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - Summer with grandchildren is a wonderful way to enjoy each other's company. Sometimes it is a simple day...
With a bit of planning, most older individuals can remain active and safe in their RV Photo by Shutterstock

Three simple changes to your RV to help keep you safe on the road

By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer In Massachusetts, RV sales topped $69.8 million in 2020, according to the RV Industry Association (RVIA), and the average age...
The Fruitlands Museum in Harvard offers a snapshot of the transcendentalist movement that focused on subsistence farming and individual self-reliance. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Exploring Harvard’s former transcendentalist community

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer HARVARD - In this pastoral town sits the scenic Fruitlands Museum. The Fruitlands offers visitors a snapshot of the transcendentalist...
Thousands of flowering bulbs are one of the signs of spring at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Photo/Courtesy of Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Tower Hill Botanic Garden a year-round destination

By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer BOYLSTON - There are many ways to escape colder weather but here’s one that is probably unexpected: A visit to...