In exploring many of the South Shore’s walking trails, one that I have come back to time and again has been the Hoyt-Hall Preserve in Marshfield, Massachusetts. The preserve is under the tutelage of the Wildlands Trust. It is a favorite walk for the kids too. With a circular loop that travels near a pond, […]
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Although the Covid restrictions are thankfully behind us, having two kids, ages two and five, my options for major travel are quite limited. Being a teacher, summer is a special season. With two months off, I can focus on my writing and enjoying time with the family. Where faraway travel once filled the weeks, it’s
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For this Backyard Garden Trip, we’re heading off to my two hometowns, Plymouth, Massachusetts, and Norwich, Connecticut. These are both secret gardens of sorts. The garden at the Mayflower Society House is located in downtown Plymouth but is hidden enough that even some locals are unaware of it. The Memorial Rose Garden in Mohegan Park
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Although I seek to take adventures in places that are new to me, one state that I return to time and time again is the great state of Vermont. I often head to my favorite towns of Stowe or Woodstock. Although not far from either, for my recent trip to the Green Mountain State, I
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The Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park in Cornish, NH includes the sculptor’s residence, studios, gardens, galleries and walking trails.
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On the Backyard Road Trips food tour of Plymouth, Massachusetts, and Eastern Connecticut we are continuing on with an old favorite, Joy’s Family Restaurant. Joy’s is located in Norwich, CT, my hometown. It is a greasy spoon with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options and also Mexican favorites. Joy’s is located on Route 32 at 671
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Take a Backyard Garden Trip to Saint Gaudens in Cornish, NH and the WWI Memorial Park in North Attleborough, MA.
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Gloucester is known for the Gorton fisherman, A Perfect Storm, and the greasy pole contest. Mostly, it’s synonymous with the sea whether for fishing, whale watching, or beach-going. Well, this afternoon in Gloucester has nothing to do with the beach. It’s all about buying records, exploring an abandoned village, and a castle. Mystery Train Records
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Each summer for the last twelve years, my family has rented a house for a few days in the New England area. This summer’s location was Falmouth, Maine. Using Falmouth as a home base, we ventured out to surrounding towns, including Westbrook, Freeport, Portland, and Bath. On our long weekend in Maine, there was fun
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From healthy salads and smoothies to decadent sandwiches and frozen drinks, Local Roots in Plymouth, MA is the ultimate summer dining destination!
