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The 9 Best Animal Shelters in Massachusetts!

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Ellen Gifford Shelter, Brighton, MA

More than 75 percent of cats at this shelter were rescued from hoarders, homelessness, or abandonment. The Ellen Gifford Shelter is determined to find homes for all their cats, but in the meantime,…
More than 75 percent of cats at this shelter were rescued from hoarders, homelessness, or…

Delicious and Healthy: Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in Massachusetts

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Grasshopper, Allston, MA

If you’re craving Asian food, check out Grasshopper and marvel at the vegan and vegetarian selections on their menu. Be sure to save room for their vegan desserts!

If you’re craving Asian food, check out Grasshopper and marvel at the vegan and vegetarian…

The 8 Best Places for Dessert in Massachusetts!

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Lulu’s Allston, Allston, MA

If unconventional is on your mind, definitely check out dessert at Lulu’s Allston. Leisurely sip a creamsicle orange soda float or dip Chef’s Donut Holes in warm chocolate sauce. Dessert…
If unconventional is on your mind, definitely check out dessert at Lulu’s Allston. Leisurely…

The 9 Best Bars in Massachusetts!

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The Publick House Beer Bar and Kitchen, Brookline, MA

Featuring a “carefully curated” draft beer list and decent pub fare, The Publick House Beer Bar and Kitchen has survived the craft beer age and continues to bring in locals and newbies. A…
Featuring a “carefully curated” draft beer list and decent pub fare, The Publick House…

The 9 Best First Date Locations in Massachusetts!

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Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream, Cambridge, MA

Ice cream is a great ice breaker, so check out Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream for that first date. Sort of like going for coffee, only colder and sweeter, an ice cream date can be as short or…
Ice cream is a great ice breaker, so check out Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream for that first…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Massachusetts

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The Coast Café, Cambridge, MA

If you’re looking for fancy at the Coast Café, you won’t find it. The counter service is pretty plain. If you’re looking for nicely battered, crispy fried chicken,…
If you’re looking for fancy at the Coast Café, you won’t find it. The counter…

The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Massachusetts!

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Pemberton Farms & Garden Center, Cambridge, MA

In addition to their market, which sells food, sundries, and wine, Pemberton Farms & Garden Center has a beautiful nursery and every gardening tool or supply imaginable. Stop by to get your…
In addition to their market, which sells food, sundries, and wine, Pemberton Farms & Garden…

The 9 Best Historical Societies in Massachusetts

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Cambridge Historical Society, Cambridge, MA

Located in the Hooper-Lee-Nichols House since the late 1950s, the Cambridge Historical Society is right at home in the structure that was built in the late 17th century. There is an on-site museum…
Located in the Hooper-Lee-Nichols House since the late 1950s, the Cambridge Historical Society is…

The 9 Best Nail Salons in Massachusetts!

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Dana’s Nail Salon, Brighton, MA

Priding itself on customer service, Dana’s Nail Salon guarantees you’ll be treated with the utmost of care and concern. Featuring a menthol pedicure, your feet will thank you for the…
Priding itself on customer service, Dana’s Nail Salon guarantees you’ll be treated with…

The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Massachusetts!

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Cambridge Children’s Dentistry, Cambridge, MA

Calling themselves a “stress-free” dental office, Cambridge Children’s Dentistry is led by a third-generation dentist who wants children to feel comfortable during their visits.…
Calling themselves a “stress-free” dental office, Cambridge Children’s Dentistry…
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The 9 Best First Date Locations in Massachusetts!

Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream, Cambridge, MA

Featured in The 9 Best First Date Locations in Massachusetts!
Ice cream is a great ice breaker, so check out Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream for that first date. Sort of like going for coffee, only colder and sweeter, an ice cream date can be as short or… Read More
The 6 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Massachusetts!

The Coast Café, Cambridge, MA

Featured in The 6 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Massachusetts!
If you’re looking for fancy at the Coast Café, you won’t find it. The counter service is pretty plain. If you’re looking for nicely battered, crispy fried chicken,… Read More
The 9 Best Bars in Massachusetts!

The Publick House Beer Bar and Kitchen, Brookline, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Bars in Massachusetts!
Featuring a “carefully curated” draft beer list and decent pub fare, The Publick House Beer Bar and Kitchen has survived the craft beer age and continues to bring in locals and newbies. A… Read More
The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Massachusetts!

Pemberton Farms & Garden Center, Cambridge, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Massachusetts!
In addition to their market, which sells food, sundries, and wine, Pemberton Farms & Garden Center has a beautiful nursery and every gardening tool or supply imaginable. Stop by to get your… Read More
The 9 Best Historical Societies in Massachusetts

Cambridge Historical Society, Cambridge, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Historical Societies in Massachusetts
Located in the Hooper-Lee-Nichols House since the late 1950s, the Cambridge Historical Society is right at home in the structure that was built in the late 17th century. There is an on-site museum… Read More
10 Best Spa Hotels in Massachusetts

Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston, MA

Featured in 10 Best Spa Hotels in Massachusetts
One of the greatest joys of a vacation in a city is taking in stunning scenic views, and the Battery Wharf Hotel has arguably the best views in Boston. Located along the Boston waterfront, this hotel… Read More
The 10 Best Restaurants in Massachusetts!

Banyan Bar + Refuge, Boston, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Restaurants in Massachusetts!
While in Boston, a Tremont Street dining option features a combination of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and even a few Russian dishes on the menu. Banyan Bar + Refuge offers up Korean fried chicken and… Read More
The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Massachusetts!

Cambridge Children’s Dentistry, Cambridge, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Massachusetts!
Calling themselves a “stress-free” dental office, Cambridge Children’s Dentistry is led by a third-generation dentist who wants children to feel comfortable during their visits.… Read More
The 7 Best Pet Stores in Massachusetts!

D’Tails Pet Boutique, Boston, MA

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In addition to offering a wide range of grooming services for your cats and dogs, D’Tails Pet Boutique also carries everything else you might need to keep Fluffy or Fido happy. They have toys,… Read More
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Events around Allston, MA
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Cochineal: How Mexico Made the World See Red

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Harvard Museums of Science and Culture, Cambridge, MA
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Sep
26

Cymande

City Winery, Boston, MA
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Sep
26

Chestnut Hill Square Presents Material Trait Art Installation from the New Art Center

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Chestnut Hill Square, Chestnut Hill, MA
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Sep
26

In Search of Thoreau’s Flowers: An Exploration of Change and Loss (Special Exhibition)

9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge, MA
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Sep
26

Food Truck - Kith and Kin

4:00 PM
Mighty Squirrel Brewing Company, Waltham, MA
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Sep
26

spill tab

7:00 PM
Brighton Music Hall presented by Citizens, Boston, MA
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Sep
26

Pi'erre Bourne: Good Movie World Tour

7:00 PM
House of Blues Boston, Boston, MA
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Allston News

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Coordinated Support for Newly Arriving Families and Individuals to the Commonwealth

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker
September 20, 2022
Emergency response plan includes temporary shelter and humanitarian services BARNSTABLE, MA — On Sep 16th, the Baker-Polito Administration announced new shelter and humanitarian supports… Read More

Governor Announces Distribution of Free COVID Tests

From: Know Your Town
September 13, 2022
To ensure that residents can properly manage COVID-19, the governor has announced there will be another round of free rapid antigen test kits distributed to municipalities across the Commonwealth.… Read More

Flags at Half Mast in Honor of Queen Elizabeth II

From: Town of Paxton
September 10, 2022
Please be advised that as a mark of respect for the memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and in accordance with a Presidential proclamation, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, has ordered… Read More

Chris Dempsey for Auditor Official Statement - September 7, 2022

September 8, 2022
Boston, MA – On Sep 7th, Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey released the following statement regarding the Democratic Primary election results. “Earlier tonight I… Read More

We Came Up Short, But I Am Filled With Gratitude

September 8, 2022
Thank you for being a part of this campaign. Earlier tonight I called Senator DiZoglio to congratulate her on a hard-fought campaign and on her victory in the Primary. While we came up short… Read More

Labor Endorsements

September 6, 2022
BOSTON, Mass., On Sep 5th, Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey announced endorsements from major Massachusetts labor unions. Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris… Read More

T4MA Statement on Federal Transit Administration Safety Report

September 1, 2022
The MBTA must staff and maintain a reliable transit system, and the legislature must uphold its responsibilities Attribute to T4MA Interim Director Josh Ostroff BOSTON - “MBTA riders… Read More

Chris Dempsey Announces Endorsement from former Boston Mayor KimJaney

August 19, 2022
Boston, MA -- On Aug 17th, Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey announced an endorsement former Boston Mayor Kim Janey. Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey… Read More

Elected Officials, Transit Advocates Call For Suspending Fares For All MBTA Riders During Orange, Green Line Shutdowns

August 18, 2022
Data shows thousands of Orange Line riders will still pay under T’s current plan; uniformly free service will promote transit usage over driving BOSTON - Elected officials, advocates, and… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Awards $3.9 Million to Improve Facilities for Early Education and Out-of-School Time Programs

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker
August 16, 2022
Grants support construction and renovation projects at child care and after-school programs BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration on Aug 11th, awarded $3.9 million in Early Education and… Read More

Board of Early Education and Care Announces New Member

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker
August 11, 2022
BOSTON — Governor Charlie Baker recently appointed Maria Gonzalez Moeller, the Chief Executive Officer of The Community Group (TCG) in Lawrence, to the Board of Early Education and Care (EEC).… Read More

Transportation for Massachusetts Statement on Orange Line Shutdown

August 4, 2022
Statement from T4MA Interim Director Josh Ostroff: “An MBTA Orange Line shutdown has the potential to provide major, accelerated improvements riders have been awaiting for years. It will… Read More

State Declares Critical Drought Conditions

From: Town of Harvard
August 3, 2022
On July 21, 2022 Secretary Beth Card of the MA Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, declared a Level 3-Critical Drought in Northeast and Central Massachusetts. Secretary Card urges… Read More

End-of-Leg-Session Transportation Wrap Up

August 3, 2022
Friend -- Thanks for reading our occasional emails on transportation issues and advocacy. We are sharing this summary a day after the Massachusetts legislature adjourned their final formal… Read More

T4MA Statement on Final Budget Including Funding for Reduced Fares on RTAs

July 29, 2022
Statement from T4MA Community Engagement Manager and Regional Transit Authority Advocates Coalition, Elise Mason: “Thank you Governor Baker and the Legislature for providing funding for… Read More
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Carriage House Paper Museum

Carriage House Paper Museum
8 Evans Road, Brookline, MA
     The Research Institute of Paper History and Technology is a non-profit organization, established in October of 1994. It oc... Read More

Judson B. Coit Observatory

Judson B. Coit Observatory
725 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA
Judson B. Coit Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Boston University on the roof of the College of Arts & Sciences... Read More

Harvard Square Business Association

Harvard Square Business Association
18 Brattle Street, Suite 352, Cambridge, MA
"Harvard Square began in 1630 as the Colonial village of Newtowne, which was chosen by the Proprietors of Massachusetts Bay to be the capital of th... Read More

Harvard Art Museums

Harvard Art Museums
32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA
Mission: The Harvard Art Museums the Fogg Museum, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the Arthur M. Sackler Museum advance knowledge about and apprecia... Read More

Warren Anatomical Museum

Warren Anatomical Museum
10 Shattuck St., Boston, MA
Mission:In accordance with the wishes of Dr. John Collins Warren, by whom the founding collection was given to the Harvard Medical School, the Warr... Read More

Peabody Museum Of Archaeology And Ethnology

Peabody Museum Of Archaeology And Ethnology
11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA
Mission: The Peabody Museum engages the Harvard community, descendant communities, and the broader public in examining the origins and history of ... Read More

Harvard Museum of Natural History

Harvard Museum of Natural History
26 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA
The Harvard Museum of Natural History was established in 1998 as the public face of three research museums: the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the ... Read More

Fenway Park Tours

Fenway Park Tours
4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA
"America's Most Beloved Ballpark" is uniquely nestled in the city of Boston. Fenway Park is a place where dreams are made, traditions are celebrate... Read More

Fenway Park

Fenway Park
4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA
The Fenway Park Living Museum collection is available for viewing to the general public year-round through Fenway Park tours. The collection curren... Read More
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