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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Boston Baby and North Shore Baby!

May 2, 2013 |
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Boston Baby and North Shore Baby!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner—and to celebrate, we’re discounting Boston Baby and North Shore Baby from $17.95 to just $12!

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Halloween Happenings Around New England

October 23, 2012 |
Halloween Happenings Around New England

Halloween might be celebrated in numerous ways worldwide, but there’s nothing quite like the holiday in New England. For those that may have aged out of trick-or-treating or now have a gaggle of little monsters looking to extend the spooky holiday, we have compiled our list of top Halloween events going on around New England.

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Union Park Press Giveaway: Tickets to Boston Light!

August 30, 2012 |
Union Park Press Giveaway: Tickets to Boston Light!

We all know that the Hub is home to many “firsts” — the first public park, the first public school, the first public library, the first subway system – but did you know that Boston is home to the nation’s oldest light station?  Boston Light, rising high on rocky Little Brewster Island, is a picture-perfect New England light [...]

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Culture Kids: Activities to Broaden Your Children’s Perspectives

July 26, 2012 |
Culture Kids: Activities to Broaden Your Children’s Perspectives

In the old days, bourgeois Bostonians traveled to Europe in search of broadening their children’s horizons. Thankfully, Boston parents can now introduce the concept of worldly sophistication without sacrificing college tuitions. Here’s a list of our favorite cultural hot-spots for kids in the Greater Boston Area—all of which are featured in our book, Boston Baby: [...]

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UPP Pick of the Week: Circle the Square in Medford

July 18, 2012 |
UPP Pick of the Week: Circle the Square in Medford

The warm summer weather means festivals and fairs are aplenty across the greater Boston region – and what better way to connect with your community than by attending these exciting events? If you’re looking for a festival the whole family can enjoy, head to Medford on the third Thursday of each month between July and October for Circle [...]

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Unique 4th of July Events Around Massachusetts | 2012

June 26, 2012 |
Unique 4th of July Events Around Massachusetts | 2012

One of our favorite things about the Fourth of July is that it is a holiday celebrated among entire communities. Towns across the country come together to participate in parades, listen to concerts, show feats of strength in a variety of eating contests, and oooo and ahhh at fireworks. Boston and Massachusetts have some great traditions for the Fourth. [...]

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It’s a Pajama Party! Bedtime Stories Event Feb. 24 and 25

March 20, 2012 |

Looking for a getaway with the kids close to home during the February school vacation? The Hotel Commonwealth will be hosting its third annual Bedtime Stories storytelling and pajama party for families from 7-8:30 PM on the evenings of Feb. 24 and Feb. 25. Kids are encouraged to wear their PJs while listening to professional [...]

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North Shore Baby at the Children’s Drop & Shop Saturday, March 17!

March 12, 2012 |
North Shore Baby at the Children’s Drop & Shop Saturday, March 17!

As you have probably noticed, kids need a TON of stuff. As the seasons change and as your children grow and grow, you likely find yourself in a constant state of accruing new items to keep the little ones clothed! It can get expensive. That’s where events like the ever-popular Children’s Drop & Shop  come in. [...]

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February Vacation Activites for Boston Families

February 14, 2012 |
February Vacation Activites for Boston Families

February vacation can be stressful for even the most organized parent. It’s tough to keep kids entertained for a full week without the aid of schools and teachers, and sometimes parents could use a little help, which is where Boston Baby comes in. With hot tips from Boston parenting experts and essential details on museums, [...]

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It’s a Pajama Party! Bedtime Stories Event Feb. 24 + 25

February 7, 2012 |
It’s a Pajama Party! Bedtime Stories Event Feb. 24 + 25

Looking for a getaway with the kids close to home during the February school vacation? The Hotel Commonwealth will be hosting its third annual Bedtime Stories storytelling and pajama party for families from 7-8:30 PM on the evenings of Feb. 24 and Feb. 25. Kids are encouraged to wear their PJs while listening to professional [...]

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