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Austin Preparatory School

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, Austin Prep has cultivated a close-knit learning community since its founding in 1961. Guided by its mission to inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve, the school challenges students through a rigorous college preparatory program that includes honors and Advanced Placement courses, personalized instruction, and intentionally small classes. An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey of life. Beyond academics, the school’s unwritten curriculum – the lived expression of veritas, unitas, and caritas (truth, unity, and love) – forms the heart of its mission. “At Austin Prep, we are on a journey that is life-changing and important,” says Head of School James Hickey, Ph.D. “Our patron, St. Augustine, embarked on a journey for the truth. At our core is an institution on the same journey, committed to exemplary teaching and learning.” Serving grades 6–12 under one roof allows this leading prep school to guide students through every stage of development—academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Community stands at the center of this experience, nurturing belonging and inspiring students to lead lives of purpose. Austin Prep athletics teams, competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), are recognized among the best north of Boston, reflecting the same drive and integrity found in the classroom. Nearly every graduate continues on to a four-year college, prepared not only for success in higher education but for a meaningful life shaped by faith, friendship, and service.

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Boston Metropolitan Area

Reading

Massachusetts

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving...

Kidcreate Studio Wilmington

Kidcreate Studio is a mobile art studio bringing colorful, hands-on creativity to families and organizations within a 30-mile radius of Wilmington. We specialize in children’s art enrichment classes and art-themed birthday parties for kids ages 18 months to 12 years, however we’re happy to bring art to creatives of any age! Our mobile studio brings Kidcreate’s award-winning art curriculum just about anywhere—schools, community education programs, daycares, homes, recreation centers, and more. We provide the curriculum, supplies, instruction, and creative fun, making it easy for everyone to explore art without extra planning or mess. With Kidcreate, artists create fridge-worthy masterpieces while learning creative concepts, building confidence, and experimenting with a wide variety of art materials. From painting and clay to mixed media, sculpture, slime, and STEAM-inspired projects, every class and party is designed to spark imagination and celebrate the joy of making art.

Essex County

Andover

Kidcreate Studio is a mobile art studio bringing colorful, hands-on creativity to families and organizations within a 30-mile radius of Wilmington....

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!

Benjamin Pierce

Somerville

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...

Burbank YMCA

Summer programs for swim, sports and camp are open! Register at http://community.ymcaboston.org/ At the YMCA our mission is to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body for all members of our community regardless of their age, background, or economic status. We welcome everyone to participate in services and programs we have to offer including health and fitness, swimming &amp; swim lessons, sports and recreation, family and community activities, and much more. Services Include - Fitness center including cardio, free weights, and strength equipment - Over 70 Group and Aqua Exercise classes included with your membership - Child Watch: We'll watch your kids so you can enjoy your own activities - Swimming lessons for all ages - Instructional and league-based sports programs. NEW! NHL Street Hockey League - Personal Training sessions with expert trainers - Open gym for sports &amp; recreation, including pickleball times! - Monthly family events for swim, arts, family time, and more - Monthly events and classes for seniors Come and experience a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment that helps you achieve your goals, decompress, and find a sense of belonging.

Summer programs for swim, sports and camp are open! Register at http://community.ymcaboston.org/ At the YMCA our mission is to develop a healthy...

Partners In Rehabilitation LLC

Partners in Rehabilitation, PT (PIR) is a clinician owned outpatient physical therapy clinic founded in 1996 with 4 locations - Wilmington, Saugus, Georgetown, and Methuen. For the past 29 years, we have been dedicated to serving the families of our North Shore communities and participating in community outreach events. At PIR we care about you as an individual. We strive to improve your quality of life and meet your individual needs. We use a close team approach to establish a program that addresses your needs and allows you to return to your desired activities. Here you will receive motivation, ongoing support and superb clinical expertise from the best team of Physical Therapists. Our PIR Physical Therapists specialize in the treatment of all orthopedic disorders, including pre-operative and post-operative care. In addition, all of our therapists are also specially trained in the New England Baptist Spine Rehabilitation Program “Back Boot Camp” which is an internationally recognized approach to back pain. At Partners in Rehab, making you HEAL BETTER MOVE BETTER FEEL BETTER is our #1 priority!

North Reading

Partners in Rehabilitation, PT (PIR) is a clinician owned outpatient physical therapy clinic founded in 1996 with 4 locations - Wilmington, Saugus,...

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.

Wilmington

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

DiNapoli Painting, Your Full Service Residential Company

DiNapoli Painting Inc.

DiNapoli Painting has delivered premium interior and exterior painting services since 1993. Owner-operated, we bring precision, professionalism, and meticulous prep work to every home and business project. From historic home exteriors and interior rooms to kitchen cabinets and commercial spaces, our experienced crew provides detailed workmanship, free color consultations, and reliable service you can trust. Our team ensures a beautiful, long-lasting finish. Free estimates available — call today! 781-953-9680

DiNapoli Painting has delivered premium interior and exterior painting services since 1993. Owner-operated, we bring precision, professionalism,...

Ron Ranere, a longtime Reading resident, was recently interviewed about his photographic artwork on It's All About Arts on the Boston Neighborhood Network. Learn more about Ron's work at <a href="http://positiveimage-boston.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://positiveimage-boston.com/</a>

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Peabody

The best Saturday card show in the Boston area has fully expanded to 10,000+ sq. ft. to become the largest in the area. We are bringing in all of your favorite card slingers, about 80 vendors in total from all around New England now with over 900 feet of table space. Roughly 500 ft. of space is sports and 400 ft. is dedicated to Pokemon and other TCG's. We feature the hottest sports stars to One Piece &amp; Marvel at all different price points. Our wide variety of vendors have a little bit to satisfy the needs of just about any collector on any budget, from low to very high end.
The cost to enter is $5 at the door, kids 12 and under are free. The fun begins around 8:30 AM at the Crowne Plaza Woburn hotel with newly extended hours until 2:00. Door prizes for the sports fans will be from Adley Rutschman! Look for a RC /5 that it is a PSA 9 along with a raw Topps Chrome auto of his. Since we are missing the 30th anniversary of Pokemon by just a few days, we couldn't give away sealed product. However, we can do the next best thing and offer up a PSA 9 Pikachu from the 25th anniversary. Also one of our favorite cards of the past two years, a Japanese Gengar Mega Attack Rare in a PSA 10. Door prizes are always given away in two blocks at 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM.
The best parking is in the back of the hotel (parallel to I-95) to enter the ballroom from the rear entrance. Contact us if you have any questions. There is currently zero room for new vendors and our waitlist is full. Tickets can be purchased in advance here through OnTreasure to "skip the line". Cash/credit cards/Venmo also accepted at the door. See you soon!

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The Best Flippin' Card Show Monthly Mixer

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West Parish Church

Experience an electrifying evening with legendary pianist Pablo Ziegler—Astor Piazzolla’s acclaimed arranger &amp; longtime collaborator. Joined by strings and winds, Ziegler brings the passion, pulse, &amp; brilliance of Argentine tango vividly to life!

Local Event: Tango! Tango! 

Tango! Tango! 

Experience an electrifying evening with legendary pianist Pablo Ziegler—Astor Piazzolla’s acclaimed arranger & longtime...

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...

Whitelam Books

Join Michael McLaughlin, Reading resident and Head of Middle School at Austin Prep, for the launch of his new book, Plymouth Blitz, on Sunday, September 20, from 3–5 p.m. at Whitelam Books.
The book tells the largely untold story of the April 1941 bombing of Portland Square in Plymouth, England, which killed 71 civilians during World War II. McLaughlin will discuss the years of research behind the book and the personal family connection that inspired him to bring the victims’ stories to light.
The event is free and open to the public.

Local Event: Plymouth Blitz Book Launch with Michael McLaughlin

Plymouth Blitz Book Launch with Michael McLaughlin

Join Michael McLaughlin, Reading resident and Head of Middle School at Austin Prep, for the launch of his new book, Plymouth...

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