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.”

Middlesex County

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Newton

Massachusetts

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

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...

Trusted all-in-one solutions for every need.

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

Arlington

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

Summer Soccer Camp: Belmont, Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury

Champion Soccer School

K-12 summer soccer camps in Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury, and Belmont MA. Features: Sportsmanship: Our camp culture prizes sportsmanship, highlighted by our daily sportsperson awards and weekly CSS Cup. Skill Development: Ball control, possession, finishing, team tactical training, and multi-themed camps. Campers receive evaluations weekly, and parents receive daily photos and updates of training. Home Grown: We are run by established, credentialed local teachers and coaches. Many CSS campers are accepted into our CIT program and become coaches. Affordable: $315 per week (Elite Camp $350); 3-week player development pass: $270/week 5- to 8-week player development pass ~$200 per week, Multi-Sport camp: $285/week; $2,000 for 10-week summer pass CSS Camper Gear: All campers receive a custom-designed ball and a dri-fit shirt.

Chris Rhatigan 

Wilmington

K-12 summer soccer camps in Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury, and Belmont MA. Features: Sportsmanship: Our camp culture prizes sportsmanship,...

Join us from 5:30-8pm for a night of family fun featuring face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon art, short movies, &amp; a moon bounce! All activities are free thanks to our sponsor TD Bank Arlington. Don't forget to bring your taste buds and participate in the 6th Annual Chili Cookoff! There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, and baked goods available for purchase. Prime - Your Local Butcher is generously donating hamburgers &amp; hot dogs for this event. Blue Ribbon BBQ is also donating corn bread and a gift certificate to the winner of the Chili Cookoff.

Belmont

Come to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club for the 6th Annual Fall Family Festival!

Fall Family Festival, Friday October 7th

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William Hall

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Lexington

Norfolk County

Brookline

Parkman Bandstand

Timed 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Friendly Walk! on Boston Common!Inspiration... great energy...gives back... and is super fun, guaranteed :) Spend a beautiful Sunday morning walking or running while raising awareness and desperately needed funds for Sarcoma Cancer research and hopefully treatments! Enjoy the Live DJ, Kid Activities, Wally from the Boston Red Sox and the Beauty of Boston Common &amp; Gardens at this professionally time race and walking event. Strollers, children, dogs on leashes and Volunteers welcome! You will be greeted with a smile :) AND there is Free Sunday Street Parking!&nbsp; Make a day of it and go on the Swan Boats After!Join Team Z and stop by our Table to make a heart for the wall of love!

Local Event: Race to Cure Sarcoma Boston - 5k Timed Race or 1 Mile Walk - and Family Fun!

Race to Cure Sarcoma Boston - 5k Timed Race or...

Timed 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Friendly Walk! on Boston Common!Inspiration... great energy...gives back... and is super fun,...

Race to Cure Sarcoma Boston - 5k Timed Race or 1 Mile Walk - and Family Fun!

The First Baptist Church of Medford, Mass

Improbable Beasts Bass Clarinet Ensemble, with special guests Solon Gordon (piano) and Meryl Summers (bassoon)
The Improbable Beasts bass clarinet ensemble, with special guests Meryl Summers(bassoon) and Solon Gordon (piano) present “We Rise,” a program of music about coming together in the midst of adversity, and rising up in community.
Beasts director Jonathan Russell will be joined by pianist Solon Gordon and bassoonist Meryl Summers in his compositional response to the dislocations and disruptions of our current moment called “We Reflect, We Grieve, We Rise.” 
After this, the Beasts present two more of Russell’s original compositions and close with a rousing rendition of the African American Spiritual and protest song “Down by the Riverside.” 
Come join the Beasts for a memorable afternoon of moving and rousing music.

Local Event: We Rise

We Rise

Improbable Beasts Bass Clarinet Ensemble, with special guests Solon Gordon (piano) and Meryl Summers (bassoon)
The Improbable...

Virtual

Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at the top of their fields. Are you interested in applying next year? Here’s your chance to discover what makes our school so uncommon!
Join us Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30–8:00 p.m., for a <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission</a>.
During this event, prospective students will have the chance to:
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Participate in a sample class</li><li>Preview the admissions and financial aid processes</li><li>Hear from current students and parents. </li></ul>
Parents of prospective students will also be able to connect with Commonwealth parents.
Please note that pre-registration is required for this event.
<a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up now to reserve your spot.</a>
We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

Suffolk County

Boston

Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session...

Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at...

Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

The First Parish in Cambridge, Unitarian Universalist

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Thursday, May 28, 7pm, at the First Parish in Cambridge, MA. This summer our theme is “Music From the Movies”, including Footloose, Grease, Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, James Bond, Hair, and many more.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Thursday, May 28, 7pm, at the First...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

🌱 Patch AM: What’s next for Moozy’s and its...

You won’t want to miss Race to Cure Sarcoma Boston - 5k Timed Race or 1 Mile Walk - and Family Fun! on the Belmont Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What’s next for Moozy’s and its neighbors after the Belmont fire?

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Across Massachusetts

This MA Spot Has All-You-Can-Eat Tacos: Cheap Eats

For less than $30, you can enjoy unlimited tacos.

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Lost Pets In The Neighborhood? When To Help And...

Dogs and cats on the loose can put neighbors in a tough spot. Should they intervene or call the pound?

Lost Pets In The Neighborhood? When To Help And When To Call The Pound: Block Talk

How To Help A Lost Pet And When To Call The Pound: Block Talk

Lost Dog Or Cat In The Neighborhood? Here's What To Do: Block Talk

Beloved Grocery Store Grows + Over 200 Layoffs...

Plus, a long-awaited supermarket announced its opening date.


Beloved Grocery Store Grows + Over 200 Layoffs Looming: MA Business Week

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🌱 Patch AM: What’s new—and how to save more—at...

Also, don’t miss Around the World in Song with Lexington Pops Chorus on the Belmont Patch calendar

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