Providing Senior Housing and Services at Affordable Rates!

VNA Senior Living

Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as Homecare. All of our Residences offer private, spacious rooms and apartments in immaculately maintained, fully handicapped-accessible facilities . When people view our beautiful Highland Avenue Rest Home situated on 4 acres of landscaped property, as well as our Lowell Street residence located next to the Community Pathway and our independent housing at Alewife Brook Parkway along the Mystic River, they consistently say that we’re a hidden gem in the heart of Greater Boston bordering Cambridge, Arlington, Lexington, Winchester, Belmont, Medford, Waltham, Woburn and Somerville. “The Visiting Nurses have been bringing care into people’s homes for over a hundred years… now we provide a home as well.” – Linda S Cornell RN, President / CEO If you or someone you know needs a helping hand, come see what life is like at Visiting Nurses Senior Living Communities, we know you’ll be delighted. If you or someone you know needs help at home — call us …we are here to help!

Middlesex County

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Somerville

Massachusetts

Providing a full continuum of care at our four beautiful properties in Somerville including Senior Living and Rest Home level of care as well as...

J & J Homecare LLC

J &amp; J Homecare LLC is proudly owned and operated by a team of compassionate, clinical individuals with over 40 years of combined nursing experience. We are dedicated to delivering dependable, high-quality care that enhances comfort, safety and independence at home. Personal Care Services: - Medication reminders - Health monitoring - Assistance with special diets - Bathing assistance - Fall prevention &amp; supervision - Dressing and grooming - Personal hygiene support - And more! Homemaking Services - Meal Preparation - Light housekeeping &amp; cleaning - Laundry - Bed making - Changing light bulbs - Flexible schedule tailored to your family's needs (including short visits, live-in care and 24x7 support) - And more Call us today to schedule your complimentary in-home consultation! See our Google Reviews here - https://reviews.birdeye.com/j-j-homecare-llc-176978006658137 Contact Laurie: 978 569 8050

Arlington

J & J Homecare LLC is proudly owned and operated by a team of compassionate, clinical individuals with over 40 years of combined nursing experience...

RARE Restoration

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re happy to restore treasures of any kind - valuable or sentimental. From seat weaving to refinishing, from carving to rewiring, our team of experts will help bring your belongings back into tip-top shape.”

Newton

RARE Restoration (now in Newton) is a full-scale repair and restoration service specializing primarily in furniture and lighting, though we’re...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events. Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed. Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Norfolk County

Foxborough

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

Boston Construct, LLC

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the kitchen? No problem.

Project Planner and Home Renovator MA CSL #75620 / HIC Reg. #217093 Home Additions, Whole House Renovations, Home Building, ADU's Expanding the...

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FIXER

FIXER is built on a clear mission: to provide dependable, high-standard service for homeowners and businesses who value professionalism, precision, and trust. We operate with discipline, strong communication, and a commitment to quality that guides every project we take on. Our goal is simple: deliver reliable solutions, reduce stress, and bring order and efficiency to the tasks people need handled. We approach every job with respect for your home, your time, and the outcome you expect. Services We Provide • Handyman repairs, home improvements, assembly, mounting, and patching • Moving labor, loading, unloading, and structured heavy lifting • Junk removal, cleanouts, and responsible disposal • Residential and commercial cleaning • Light pest support and basic prevention • Yard work, exterior cleanup, and seasonal maintenance • Snow removal and winter response • Event staffing and security solutions • Holiday lighting installation and specialty décor • Customized support for unique or time-sensitive tasks How We Operate Professional Standards: We arrive prepared, communicate clearly, and maintain a consistent, respectful presence. Quality Execution: Work is carried out with precision, care, and attention to detail. Reliable Response: We adapt quickly, meet deadlines, and complete tasks without shortcuts. Client Confidence: Our approach is designed to earn long-term trust through consistency and accountability. FIXER represents an elevated level of service — structured, dependable, and focused on delivering strong results for every client. Whether you need repairs, labor support, event coverage, or specialized assistance, FIXER provides a high-quality experience from start to finish. Professional service. Reliable support. Excellence in every detail. 📞 (781) 218-9426 📧 fixerservicehelp@gmail.com

FIXER is built on a clear mission: to provide dependable, high-standard service for homeowners and businesses who value professionalism, precision,...

Freedom to Marry Ice Cream Social: Celebrate 8 years of Marriage Equality in Massachusetts.  Thursday, May 17th at 5- 7 pm.  Music, Brigham's ice cream, cake, activities for children, community spirit and conversation.  All are welcome!  For more information, call 617-875-8093. Rain location: Parish Hall, First Church in Belmont, 404 Concord Avenue, Belmont

Freedom to Marry Ice Cream Social:

Celebrate 8 years of Marriage Equality in Massachusetts.  Thursday, May 17th at 5- 7 pm.  Music, Brigham's ice cream, cake, activities for children, community spirit and conversation.

All are welcome!  For more information, call 617-875-8093.

Rain location: Parish Hall, First Church in Belmont, 404 Concord Avenue, Belmont

Belmont

Freedom to Marry Ice Cream Social

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Arlington Friends of the Drama

<h6></h6>Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill: The Musical
Book by Diablo Cody; Music by Alanis Morissette and Glen Ballard​

Stage Director: Rhiannon Jenkins | Music Director: Kathryn Denney
An exhilarating musical inspired by the themes and raw emotions laid bare in Alanis Morissette's seminal album of the same name. The Healys appear to be a picture-perfect suburban family – but looks can be deceiving. When the cracks beneath the surface begin to show, they must choose between maintaining the status quo or facing harsh truths about themselves, their community, and the world around them.
​PERFORMANCE&nbsp;DATES
Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 8 pm Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 2 pm Friday, September 25, 2026, at 8 pm Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 2 pm (special matinee) Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 2 pm Friday, October 2, at 8pm Saturday, October 3, at 8pm Sunday, October 4, at 2pm
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Local Event: Jagged Little Pill

Jagged Little Pill

Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill: The Musical
Book by Diablo Cody; Music by Alanis Morissette and Glen Ballard​

Stage...

Ephraim Curtis Middle School

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>.&nbsp;Our ride is a 1-mile loop that riders may enjoy as long as they would like. The one mile course is entirely paved and loops through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of historic Sudbury. Parents are welcome to ride with their children but it is not required. If a parent chooses to accompany their child on the bike, we ask that they register as volunteers.&nbsp;
Many kids choose to ride the loop 3-6-12 or even 15 times. We encourage riders to participate as long as they would like. We will have special badges for riders who accomplish 5-8-12 and 15 miles, too! Please indicate at registration an estimate of your rider's total distance (this will help us for event organization).&nbsp;There is also an enclosed parking lot loop all starting from Curtis Middle School in Sudbury, MA. (Adults may opt to register as volunteers if they would like to ride with the kids). Before the ride there will be music and bike decorating; during the ride and following there will be an Ice-Cream Truck, Food Truck, Coffee Truck, huge bouncy castle, lawn games, music and more. All registered riders will get a free ice cream from our friends at Trombetta’s Farm Ice Cream. Registration takes place from 8:30am-9:45am. The ride is from 10:00am-11:30am, and food and games will be available from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
“The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Always held the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research. Each summer, thousands of riders and volunteers from 43 states and 12 countries participate in the PMC, all with a common goal: to find a cure for cancer.
100 percent of all rider-raised funds go directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. The PMC is Dana-Farber’s single largest supporter and is 62 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. Since 1980, the PMC has raised $972 million for Dana-Farber.”
The Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride empowers young participants to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun activity. By offering multiple course options, every child will have the opportunity to participate and make a difference - regardless of age or ability. Each ride distance is carefully planned to be safe and enjoyable, with designated routes through historic Sudbury neighborhoods that are well-marked and closely monitored by volunteers. For the youngest participants, the tot lot loop provides a secure environment where kids can ride in a contained area - strollers, scooters, tricycles are ALL welcome!
Beyond the joy of bike riding, the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride serves as a powerful educational experience for children, teaching them about the impact of collective efforts in fighting cancer. As they pedal for a purpose, they learn about empathy, community involvement, and the importance of supporting breakthroughs in treatment and cures at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This event not only raises crucial funds for cancer research but also instills valuable life lessons in the young riders; collectively we all pedal towards a more cancer-free future. As with all PMC rides, every penny donated goes directly to cancer treatment and research at Dana-Farber.
Please join us on September 20th, 2026, for the <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>. We are also looking for volunteers of ALL ages to help us host an impactful and safe event. If you would prefer to contribute from a distance, you can donate to the ride by clicking the link below.
If you have any questions, please email the event organizer Tyler Steffey at <a href="mailto:tylersteffey@gmail.com" target="_blank">tylersteffey@gmail.com</a>.
<a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to RIDE here</a>
<a href="https://secure.kids.pmc.org/Volunteer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to VOLUNTEER here</a>
<a href="https://donate.kids.pmc.org/Sudbury/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Donate to the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride here</a>

Local Event: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

Sudbury

Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride. Our ride is a 1-mile loop that...

Cornerstone Baptist Church

Join us for our 6th Annual Community Flea Market!
Saturday, September 26th 9 am–1 pm Contact us by September 24th to reserve a table (no charge): Phone: 617-489-2498 Email: ephesians220@aol.com Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis

Local Event: Community Flea Market

Community Flea Market

Join us for our 6th Annual Community Flea Market!
Saturday, September 26th 9 am–1 pm Contact us by September 24th to reserve a...

Spellman Museum of Stamps & Postal History

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value — behind the items you’ve collected, inherited, or tucked away over the years.
Guests are invited to bring a wide variety of collectibles and historical material for evaluation, including stamps, coins, paper money, gold &amp; silver jewelry, space &amp; aerospace memorabilia, vintage technology and computing, signed material and autographs, cryptology and code-related artifacts, pop culture collectibles, and historical artifacts.
Whether you’ve inherited a collection, are downsizing, settling an estate, or simply want to learn more about an unusual item, our specialists will be available to help identify, evaluate, and provide insight into what you have.
There is no obligation to sell. For items or collections that may be a good fit for the marketplace, information will also be available about consignment opportunities and upcoming live auctions.
Bring your albums, boxes, collections, documents, memorabilia, and curiosities — you may be surprised by what you have.
Saturday, October 3
10am - 4pm 
Spellman Museum of Stamps &amp; Postal History 
Weston, Massachusetts Reserve your appointment today at:
<a href="https://www.noblespirit.com/roadshow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">noblespirit.com/roadshow</a>

Local Event: Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Weston

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal...

Join NobleSpirit at the Spellman Museum for a special Appraisal Roadshow and discover the stories — and potential value —...

Coins, Stamps & Collectibles: Free Appraisal Day at the Spellman Museum

Virtual

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you. 
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

Suffolk County

Boston

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like...

Learn all about Accessory Dwelling Units and Your Home at this free workshop. We'll cover planning, building and renting an ADU in MA.
Thinking about adding extra living space to your property? Curious about accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Massachusetts? Whether you plan to convert a basement or attic, construct a detached unit, or renovate an existing in-law suite, this workshop covers important factors to consider before starting your ADU project.
Led by local Realtor Jennifer Keenan, this informative workshop equips both first-time homeowners and seasoned real estate owners with practical guidance to plan, construct, finance, and manage an ADU.
Key takeaways include:
<ul><li>Legal definitions and statutory requirements governing ADUs</li><li>Building codes and design considerations</li><li>Estimated project costs and available financing solutions</li><li>Current market rental rates in the Greater Boston area</li><li>Helpful resources for staying informed on evolving local regulations and public policy</li></ul>
This workshop is completely free, open to the public, and involves no sales pitch or obligation.
WHILE THIS WORKSHOP IS BEING HELD IN MEDFORD, IT IS NOT MEDFORD SPECIFIC.
Presented by Jennifer M. Keenan, Realtor, 4Squares Residential Group at Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest (MA Real Estate Sales License #009513152 | Keller Williams Realty Brokerage License #7995) and Kevin Greeley, Senior Loan Officer, Leader Bank (NMLS #449250 | NMLS MLO #38403).

Local Event: Intro to ADUs

Intro to ADUs

Learn all about Accessory Dwelling Units and Your Home at this free workshop. We'll cover planning, building and renting an ADU...

🌱 Patch AM: How Belmont’s painstaking recount...

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Political Yard Signs Test Free Speech,...

The First Amendment protects plenty of bad manners. Patch readers debate what to do when political yard signs turn ugly.

Political Yard Signs Test Free Speech, Neighborhood Etiquette: Block Talk

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Luxury Resale Store Debuts In MA + Pickleball...

New retail openings and national recognition for a Bay State sports club lead this week’s business roundup.


Luxury Resale Store Debuts In MA + Pickleball Club Ranked Among Best In U.S.: Business Week 

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