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...

Friends Beyond Boston is a member-led social club based in W

Friends Beyond Boston-Waltham Social

Friends Beyond Boston is a member-led social community group based in Waltham, Massachusetts, dedicated to fostering genuine, in-person connections for adults in their 20s, 30s, 40s+. Established in April 2017, the community brings together residents of Waltham, Newton, and surrounding areas who want to build friendships and a stronger local community through consistent, face-to-face connection. FBB is more than a calendar of events. It is a community that members help shape and build together. Members are encouraged to contribute in whatever ways fit their interests, time, and capacity, whether that's suggesting an event idea, helping at a gathering, volunteering for one of our member roles, or hosting an event themselves with support from the FBB community. There is no expectation that everyone contribute in the same way; the goal is to create a community where people can participate and contribute in ways that work for them. This member-led approach also allows FBB to reach beyond the Waltham area. Members in other parts of Massachusetts can volunteer as Local Leaders, organizing FBB events closer to where they live and helping create community closer to home. Local Leaders take an active role in building connections in their area, while FBB provides the foundation they've already needed to create: an established community, infrastructure, event and communication tools, templates and resources, guidance, and the support of an existing network. Our calendar includes a mix of casual, low-pressure gatherings designed to make meeting people feel natural, including coffee socials, brunches, shared meals, brewery outings, silent reading hours, outdoor activities, and other member-driven events. Because members help shape what we do, the community continues to evolve with the interests of the people who are actually part of it. At its heart, Friends Beyond Boston is about creating opportunities for people to get out from behind their screens, meet the people around them, and build real friendships close to home. We are a non-dating social community focused on connection, participation, and creating welcoming spaces where people can feel comfortable showing up and getting involved. Membership is supported by a modest annual dues model that helps keep the community active, organized, and accessible. Clear community guidelines and an emphasis on respectful, inclusive social environments help create a space where members can connect with confidence. Whether you simply want to come to events, have an idea you'd like to bring to life, volunteer for a member role, host an event, or become a Local Leader and help build community in another part of Massachusetts, there is a place for you at Friends Beyond Boston. We also have a sister group, Raíces Latinas ~ Waltham Social, a Spanish-language community for adults in Waltham and MetroWest to connect through friendship, culture, and shared language. 🌿Check it out: https://raiceslatinas.walthamsocial.com/

William Hall

Waltham

Friends Beyond Boston is a member-led social community group based in Waltham, Massachusetts, dedicated to fostering genuine, in-person connections...

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!

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...

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...

School of Fashion Design

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England dedicated exclusively to the study of fashion design. SFD provides students with a solid foundation in apparel design and construction, and the skills required for a successful career in fashion. Our technical Certificate program is taught by experts in the field of fashion design. Students may take courses toward the Certificate or on a class-by-class basis to fill professional education interests. For creatives and textile arts enthusiasts, SFD offers workshops in various fiber arts such as weaving, lace making, embroidery, millinery, upcycling, and more. As an SFD student, you will join a diverse community of emerging designers. Our studios are filled with recent high school graduates, students from nearby colleges enriching their education with fashion, and working professionals embarking on a new career path. SFD faculty and students are active partners in our local community, collaborating regularly with organizations and businesses through internships, exhibitions, field trips, and special events. Our reputation for excellence is on display each time our students show their work at fashion shows and exhibits throughout the year. With an SFD Certificate in Fashion Design, our alumni have enjoyed fashion careers with Adidas, Coldwater Creek, J. Jill, New Balance, PUMA, Ralph Lauren, Talbots, Timberland, TJX Companies, and more. Our alumni are designers and costumers for stage and screen, while others have found success launching their own label. Our varied class levels and flexible schedules are designed to meet the needs and profiles of all students. So whatever your level, background, or educational goals, we invite you to schedule a tour to see yourself at The School of Fashion Design. New semesters begin September, January, and June. Your fashion education begins here!

Malden

Celebrating over 90 years of excellence in fashion education, The School of Fashion Design is the only educational institution in New England...

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...

Text 8572269140 to Book Repairs, Services & Upgrades

Denommee Plumbing, HVAC & Electric

Over Four Generations of Reliable 5-Star Quality Service Experience peace of mind with Denommee’s licensed team of plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians. We are the trusted, local pros that provide expert service for residential and commercial plumbing, central air systems, furnaces, boilers, air source heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, electrical wiring, outlets, and water heaters. From upgrades to new installations, we make the process simple with financing options and rebate assistance, ensuring high-quality solutions at a fair price. Plumbing Services We handle everything from fixing leaks and clearing drains to installing new fixtures and upgrading water heaters, ensuring your homes plumbing system runs smoothly. Heating &amp; Air Conditioning Services We provide comprehensive heating and cooling system services to keep your home or business as comfortable and energy efficient as possible in every season. Electrical Services Count on us for safe and professional electrical solutions, from troubleshooting to installations and upgrades. Electrification Experts As a trusted member of the Mass Save Heat Pump Installer Network (HPIN), as well as Heat Pump Water Heater pros, Electric Vehicle EVITP approved contractors, we are program-vetted experts who can help you access the maximum heat pump rebates (including $10,000 instantly) and 0% financing options from the Sponsors of Mass Save for qualifying system upgrades as well as available Heat Pump Water Heater and EV Charger installation rebates from Mass Save and National Grid. We offer complete, customizable whole home Service Program Memberships! Scheduling Made Easy Book online, or simply text 8572269140 to quick and easily schedule system maintenances, repairs and request system upgrade quotes through text messaging. Available 24/7. Standard data rates apply.

Chris Rhatigan

Chelmsford

Over Four Generations of Reliable 5-Star Quality Service Experience peace of mind with Denommee’s licensed team of plumbers, electricians, and HVAC...

WALTHAM, MA — Waltham police are searching for a missing 67-year-old man who was last seen near Lake Street on Wednesday, July 14. Police say William MacDonald was headed towards the Santander Bank on Trapelo Rd. and made a transaction before he went missing. He has not been seen or heard from since. MacDonald is approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and 160 pounds with gray hair, said police. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Waltham Police at 781-314-3600.

WALTHAM, MA — Waltham police are searching for a missing 67-year-old man who was last seen near Lake Street on Wednesday, July 14.

Police say William MacDonald was headed towards the Santander Bank on Trapelo Rd. and made a transaction before he went missing. He has not been seen or heard from since. MacDonald is approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and 160 pounds with gray hair, said police. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Waltham Police at 781-314-3600.

Waltham Police Searching For Missing 67-Year...

Police say William MacDonald was last seen near Lake Street on Wednesday. 

Waltham Police Searching For Missing 67-Year-Old Man

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Belmont

Watertown

Weston

Lexington

Arlington

Wellesley

Jessie Castellano

Wayland

Winchester

Cambridge

We welcome Seniors from all over Massachusetts and beyond to join us for Ten Monday Mornings.
Wellesley-Weston&nbsp;Lifetime Learning,&nbsp;a 501(c)(3) not for profit, Fall&nbsp;classes via Zoom, began&nbsp;September 14, 2026, and you can still join us!
WWLL "Fall" offers a great lineup of classes and speakers including, but not limited to:&nbsp;Diverse Topics&nbsp;Lecture series,&nbsp;Poetry,&nbsp;German conversation, Jazz, Science, Food History, 2026 Supreme Court Cases, Stories of Conflict, Writing Your Story and Uplifting&nbsp;Movies! Some of these classes, can be intermittently attended, especially Lectures on Diverse Topics. Take a peek at the 10a lecture description online.&nbsp; You may be interested.

Local Event: Wellesley Weston Lifetime Learning Fall Classes started AND there are NINE weeks remaining!

Wellesley Weston Lifetime Learning Fall Classes...

We welcome Seniors from all over Massachusetts and beyond to join us for Ten Monday Mornings.
Wellesley-Weston Lifetime...

Wellesley Weston Lifetime Learning Fall Classes started AND there are NINE weeks remaining!

Needham Town Hall

Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from minimalism to traditionalism. Admission is $10 (children free) and includes access to a well-stocked guild marketplace and a chance to win a sparkly raffle quilt benefiting Project Bread.

Local Event: Quilts for Today

Needham

Quilts for Today

Experience a vibrant quilt show presented by the Boston Modern Quilt Guild, featuring over 150 quilts that explore styles from...

Robbins Memorial Town Hall

<a href="https://givebutter.com/2026-tcr-community-walk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Walk with us for children, teens, and families who are grieving.</a>
This September, The Children’s Room is bringing our community together in Arlington for a special 3-mile Community Walk marking 30 years of grief support.
Join us for a family-friendly day featuring games, remembrance activities, food and drinks, and a walk along Massachusetts Avenue. Whether you know The Children’s Room well or are discovering us for the first time, everyone is welcome.
For 30 years, TCR has provided grief support to children, teens, and families after the death of someone close to them. <a href="https://childrensroom.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Our services are offered free of charge</a>, made possible by the generosity of our community.
By registering, fundraising, or donating, you can help ensure that families who need grief support can continue to access it at no cost.
Come walk with us, meet our community, remember the people who matter to us, and help make this support possible for more families.
Register by September 1 to secure your Community Walk T-shirt.Register here:&nbsp;<a href="https://givebutter.com/2026-tcr-community-walk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">givebutter.com/2026-tcr-community-walk</a>

Local Event: The Children's Room 30th Anniversary Community Walk

The Children's Room 30th Anniversary Community...

Walk with us for children, teens, and families who are grieving.
This September, The Children’s Room is bringing our community...

The Children's Room 30th Anniversary Community Walk

Harvard Avenue

The 16th annual Allston Village Street Fair Festival - Boston's Hippest Multicultural Festival - September 27th - 12:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. - Harvard Avenue in Allston from Brighton Ave. to Cambridge St.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 
ARE YOU READY FOR THIS!&nbsp;Join Us, on 6 City Blocks of Harvard Ave. in Allston for 6 Hours of Non-Stop, All-Ages, Family-Friendly, Interactive Activities, Stage and Street Performances, a Public Street Mural Area, over 80 Arts/Crafts and Information Vendors, the AVSF Festival's Food Court surrounded by Allston's Multitude of International Restaurants and Cafes, Promotional Giveaways, and Much, Much, More!&nbsp;The Allston Village Street Fair Festival is always Admission FREE, Full of Surprises, and FUN!!! Hope to See You There!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The AVSF Festival is Produced By: The PCBG, Inc. 501(c)(3)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; www.allstonvillagestreetfair.com @allstonvsffestival

Local Event:  16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

Suffolk County

Boston

 16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village...

The 16th annual Allston Village Street Fair Festival - Boston's Hippest Multicultural Festival - September 27th - 12:00p.m. -...

 16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

Scandinavian Cultural Center & Library

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at the Scandinavian Cultural Center and Library. Director Adam Bernstein will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&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! Fall season starts Monday, September 28, 7pm, at the...

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

Robbins Library

This memoir by local author Sandra Mahaniah got its start in a popular Arlington Community Education class taught by Lissa Franz. The book chronicles her life in Congo where she worked as an English teacher, office manager, grant writer and editor of educational books for a nonprofit devoted to rural development. 4.9 stars on Amazon!

Local Event: BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an American Woman in Congo

BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an...

This memoir by local author Sandra Mahaniah got its start in a popular Arlington Community Education class taught by Lissa...

BOOK LAUNCH: Calling the Rain: Memoir of an American Woman in Congo

The First Parish in Cambridge, Unitarian Universalist

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at First Parish in Cambridge. Director Adam Bernstein will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at First...

American Legion Post 221

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at American Legion Post 221. Director Tim Bongiovanni will have you making music in no time, whether you can read music or not. This fall our theme is “Horn Bands from the 60’s, 70’s &amp; 80’s”, including Earth Wind &amp; Fire, Chicago, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, Gloria Estefan, Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Toto, Steely Dan, and even a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Bedford

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Fall season starts Thursday, October 1, 7pm, at American...

Cornerstone Baptist Church

Join us for our 6th Annual Community Flea Market!
DUE&nbsp;TO&nbsp;RAIN we have now rescheduled to next weekend:Saturday, October 3rd 9 am–1 pm Contact us by October 1st 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!
DUE TO RAIN we have now rescheduled to next weekend:Saturday, October 3rd 9...

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

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

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5 Federal Changes Oct. 1 For MA: SNAP, FAFSA,...

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Waltham Police Searching For Missing 67-Year-Old Man

Police say William MacDonald was last seen near Lake Street on Wednesday.

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16th annual FREE 6 block Allston Village Street Fair Festival

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

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

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