Halfway through the month of June, a friend told me about the Brewing the Revolution Scavenger Hunt, sponsored by the Memorial Hall Museum in Deerfield, Massachusetts. It was created as a fun way to celebrate America’s 250th and teach people … Continue reading →
By Beth Sobiloff Normally, I don’t really like to shop. So having a blast visiting 19 shops and restaurants was a bit unexpected! When I do shop, I really like to support local businesses as much as possible. So the … Continue reading →
It’s interesting that only a few people or a family can determine the entire direction of history for a town. That is certainly the case in Easton. It started when Oliver Ames opened a blacksmith shop. He made tools, including … Continue reading →
When we visited Orange, MA last fall, Jerry Whaland, owner of Billy Goat Boats, encouraged us to join the River Rat Race, which happens the second Saturday in April every year. Then Jason Rushford, an Athol fireman and the race … Continue reading →
Why do so many people love traveling? I’m sure that everyone has their own reasons. For me, it’s a number of things. I’m a life-long learner, and exploring new places is always a great learning experience. I also love meeting … Continue reading →
Visiting and exploring many different towns and villages in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has brought much joy to me. Everyone we have met and interviewed has enjoyed sharing their knowledge and educating us about their home town. Whether it is … Continue reading →
By Beth Sobiloff Even though I am the younger granny, and this isn’t exactly a milestone birthday, I still feel the need to pause and take stock of my life at an “advanced” age! Having a January birthday means that … Continue reading →
I was in college during the middle of the Vietnam war. I remember getting on one of many buses filled with college students headed to Washington, D.C. to protest. I also remember the day that riots broke out at Kent … Continue reading →
Just 20 minutes west of the City of Worcester is Spencer, Massachusetts. Incorporated in 1753, the town’s population was about 12,000 as of the 2010 census, and covers 34 square miles. Our first stop was the Black Baer Bakery. Owner … Continue reading →
I’ve been to the store and there were no eggs. I’ve had friends text me and beg me to stay home. So many people are in a panic over the covid-19 virus. I know that it’s serious. But it does … Continue reading →