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Leaf Peeping & More

Posted in Activities on September 28th, 2010

People come from all around to enjoy Massachusetts foliage.  Why?  Because the tree colors are vibrant, and the region is laden with history. Occasionally local residents forget just how remarkable this area can be. Okay, so where can we find all this history and color?  Here are a few thoughts. Walden Pond State Reservation.  Maybe this National [...]

Autumn Foliage Part II

Posted in Activities, Current News on September 30th, 2009

Last week we touched upon a couple of Northern New England regions to appreciate the autumn foliage.  This week we will make a few Bay State stops. October is the month to enjoy gorgeous color in this “steeped in history” state.  Each geographical area offers a wonderful display of the foliage experience.  So where should [...]

Autumn Flowers

Posted in Activities, Health & Wellness on September 16th, 2009

When the evening breeze becomes cooler and our Monthly Planners flip to September, clear indications are in the air (and on the calendar) that summer is departing.  And although feelings of newness and excitement accompany each coming season, some of us, particularly as summer departs, wish to hold on to a vestige of its glory.  [...]