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...

Custom Skincare, Backed by Real Expertise — Boston

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa is a private, results-driven skincare studio serving Winthrop and the Greater Boston area. Founded by nationally recognized beauty expert Kerry Spindler, the practice blends advanced clinical knowledge with a holistic, whole-person approach to skin health. Every treatment is fully customized. No cookie-cutter facials. No trend chasing. Just intelligent, personalized care based on what your skin actually needs. Kerry is an oncology-trained paramedical esthetician and melanoma survivor whose background in advanced skin science allows her to work confidently with all skin types, tones, and concerns — from acne, breakouts, and congestion to pigmentation, aging, texture changes, and overall skin resilience. Services include advanced corrective facials, microneedling with RF, nano needling, chemical peels, microcurrent lifting, LED light therapy, acne-focused treatments, pigmentation correction, and barrier-repair support. The spa also offers brow and lash services, facial waxing for delicate areas, and holistic support services such as Reiki and traditional herbal yoni steaming. Clients travel from Boston, Cambridge, the North Shore, and surrounding neighborhoods for Kerry’s education-first approach, precision treatments, and long-term skin strategy. This is a quiet, boutique setting designed for people who want real expertise and thoughtful care — not rushed appointments or one-size-fits-all spa menus. Appointments are by reservation only.

Suffolk County

Suffolk

Winthrop Town

Kerry Spindler Bespoke Aesthetics Spa is a private, results-driven skincare studio serving Winthrop and the Greater Boston area. Founded by...

Urbanity Dance is now enrolling its summer dance camps! Offerings are available for ages 3-17 and are flexibly offered on a weekly basis - perfect for the traveling family! Multi-week registrants receive loyalty discounts, and financial assistance is available.For information about our summer programs, <a href="http://www.urbanitydance.org/youth-summer" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> or contact Haley Day: <a href="mailto:haley@urbanitydance.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">haley@urbanitydance.org</a> or 617-572-3727.

Urbanity Dance is now enrolling its summer dance camps! Offerings are available for ages 3-17 and are flexibly offered on a weekly basis - perfect for the traveling family! Multi-week registrants receive loyalty discounts, and financial assistance is available.

For information about our summer programs, <a href="http://www.urbanitydance.org/youth-summer" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> or contact Haley Day: <a href="mailto:haley@urbanitydance.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">haley@urbanitydance.org</a> or 617-572-3727.

Boston

South End

Urbanity Dance has summer camps for ages 3-17 featuring multiple genres, flexible schedules, extended day options & financial aid!

Summer Programs at Urbanity Dance!

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Back Bay

Fenway

Beacon Hill

North End

Charlestown

Cambridge

Jamaica Plain

Norfolk County

Brookline

Somerville

<a href="https://www.schooloffashiondesign.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">School of Fashion Design, Boston</a> - Summer 2026 - June 8th to August 14thCheck out our beginner friendly courses with no prerequisites!<ul><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=152102" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Construction Clothing 1</a>instructs students on how to cut, hand sew, and use an industrial machine. Students are also trained in lining, pressing, detailing, and finishing! Tuesdays &amp; Thursdays, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM or 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM</li><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=152098" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Pattern Making 1</a> introduces students to the principles, techniques and practice of draft flat patterns for women's garments! Students learn how to create block drafts, slopers, and patterns. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM&nbsp;or&nbsp;7:45 PM – 10:00&nbsp;PM</li><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=152096" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fashion Sketching 1</a> teaches students the necessary principles and techniques of fashion sketching to create their own fashion plates. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM or&nbsp;06:00 PM – 08:15 PM</li><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=152110" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">History of Costume</a> dives into costumes from ancient to modern times, with a focus on contemporary design and theatrical costuming. Students will study the fabrics, colors, styles, cultural and psychological impacts of these garments throughout history. Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM</li><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=152109" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Fundamentals of Textile</a> offers a necessary comprehensive understanding of the fibers and fabrics with which you will work with as a fashion designer. Mondays &amp; Wednesdays, 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM</li><li><a href="https://schooloffashiondesign.asapconnected.com/#CourseGroupID=65518" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Check our catalogue</a>, register today, or email admissions@sfdboston.org to get started!</li></ul>

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