Community Corner
Jamaica Plain's Top Ten Coolest Spots
When the mercury rises to uncomfortable levels, Patch offers some suggestions to take your temperature down a notch.
[Editor's note: Jim Morgan's list is just as valid now, as the city is , as when he wrote this in August 2011.]
If you find the heat and humidity oppressive, here are the top ten ways to chill out right in your neighborhood:
- There are two spray pools along the where both man and beast can beat the heat. With the dog days of August upon us, a playful Pitbull recently romped at the one near .
- The fountain near the is another urban oasis. Soaking wet, a smiling Orange Farinella, 8, of Jamaica Plain selected this as the place to refresh herself.
- If you want to be fully immersed, the pool at the Hennigan Community Center has daily open swim sessions Monday - Friday. Admission is just 50 cents for kids and seniors, and $1 for adults.
- Of course, is always a summertime favorite. Cool kid Tyler Denny, 4, enjoyed a sundae there with his mom, Meredith West of Roslindale.
- makes some of JP’s smoothest smoothies. Dan Wars and Andy Rogers of Jamaica Plain sampled two of the restaurant's delicious drinks. The "Cabo Cooler" is homemade limeade and its "Santa Fe Sling" is an icy blend of mint, cranberry and lemon juices.
- Jackson Square’s has a distinctly tropical flavor. Arturo Tavarez blends juices and luscious smoothies like the “Mangomania” or “Piña Colada” at the Latin Quarter eatery.
- For al fresco dining, you can't top the terrace atwhere there are also fun food and music festivals.
- Located right next door, you might also want to snag a shady seat under one of the red umbrellas at for a snack, a superb sweet, or an ice coffee.
- inspired "" is a super spot for tapas and a glass of their outstanding Sangria.
- If all else fails, the is nicely air conditioned.