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Boston Opera House: A Memorable Evening of Theater

April 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Take in a night of fabulous theater in the beautiful Boston Opera House. Located in the heart of the Theater District, the historic Boston Opera House offers mesmerizing ballet, music, and theater performances of the highest distinction. When the theater was first built in 1928, renowned architect Thomas White Lamb was told to spare no expense, and the result was one of the finest theaters of the age, with an opulent interior, great sight lines, and near perfect acoustics. Since its renovation in 2004, the Opera House has been providing some of the best live entertainment Boston has to offer.

Click here to view a calendar of upcoming performances!

Boston Opera House
539 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 259-3400
www.bostonoperahouseonline.com

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Spa Week in Boston!

March 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Spa Week is back in Boston! From April 16th-22nd, you can pay $50 for discounted services at numerous Boston Spa locations. Visit www.spaweek.com/spas/massachusetts for locations near you! And don’t forget to book early – appointments fill up very quickly!

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The Irish Cultural Center Celebrates St. Patty’s Day!

March 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment

The Irish Cultural Center in Canton on Route 138 will be hosting numerous events in honor of St. Patrick's Day today! All are welcome to attend, rain or shine. The events begin at 10:00 a.m. and will go all day through 11:30 p.m. Only $10 to join in the festivities!

Below is a schedule of events:

10am: serving Irish Breakfast and pints! Breakfast served until noon

12pm: Ireland's national meal of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes. Food is $12 per person.

2pm: Fantastic live Irish music by
Billy O'Neill, Accordion
Brendan Tonra, Fiddle
Helen Kiesel, Piano   

5pm: Deer Island Memorial Exhibit in ICC Library

7pm: Irish Band featuring Amy Basse 

7pm: Irish dancers performing all evening

Windsor Woods wishes everyone a happy and safe St. Patrick's Day…and don't forget to wear your green! 

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New England Aquarium: Promoting & Protecting the World of the Water

March 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Located in a striking waterfront building, the New England Aquarium showcases more than 8,000 aquatic creatures in colorful and educational exhibits. The central focus is a 4-story, 200,000-gallon glass tank with a Caribbean coral reef display, including a world-class variety of fish, sharks, sea turtles, eels, and stingrays. At its base, the tank stands in a large, square, 150,000 gallon penguin habitat. The penguins live on small islands in the middle of the exhibit, and can be observed from anywhere in the main gallery. Other highlights include exhibits dedicated to local marine life, an IMAX Theatre, numerous family programs, and seasonal whalewatching trips into Boston Harbor. The scoop on admission: Adults $21.95; Children (3-11) $13.95; Senior (60+) $19.95.  Group rates available for groups of 10 or more; IMAX and whalewatch tickets are extra. Hours vary by season; call or check website for details.

New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 973-5200
www.neaq.org

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The Blue Hills Reservation: A Hiker’s Paradise

February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Located just minutes from the stop and go traffic of downtown Boston, the Blue Hills Reservation offers a lush green sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of urban living. There are over 125 miles of hiking trails alone at this family-friendly destination, with 7,000 acres of greenery open to the public. The Great Blue Hill's summit is at 635 feet, a beautiful way for an experienced hiker to spend the day. But it's not all hiking. Camping reservations can be made at the Appalachian Mountain Club cabins on Ponkapoag Pond. Depending on the season, swimming, skiing, and pond fishing are great choices for activities at the Blue Hills Reservation. Mountain biking is allowed in designated areas, and there are many varieties of wildlife to enjoy while taking in the scenery. There are picnic areas with charcoal grills just waiting for you to finish off your day in the Blue Hills.

The Blue Hills Reservation
695 Hillside Street
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 698-1802

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Seeking Entertainment For A Cozy Night Inside?

January 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Looking for something enjoyable and less expensive than going out to dinner and a movie? Try visiting one of the nearby REDBOX locations for a select ion of new releases and recent hit titles on DVD and Blu-Ray. Rentals are available for about $1 per day, require a credit or debit card to rent and can be returned to any participating location.

http://www.redbox.com/locations

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Enjoy Legacy Place!

January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Shopping, dining and entertainment all in one convenient location! Legacy Place is only 15 minutes from Windsor Woods. http://www.legacyplace.com/.

Legacy Place
680 Legacy Place,
Dedham, MA 02026
(781)-329-3009

Great stores like Gap, J.Crew, StrideRite, Express, Coldwater Creek, Bath & Body Works, bebe, Lucky Brand Jeans, Loft, Citizens Bank, The Paper Store, Yankee Candle, Urban Outfitters, White House/ Black Market, Clarks, Banana Republic, Apple, Aldo and many more!

To read more about Legacy Place's entertainment options click here!

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New England Aquarium: An Underwater Adventure in Boston

January 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Hailed as the second oldest aquarium on earth, Boston’s New England Aquarium flaunts the region’s rich aquatic ecology in an impressive spherical four story tank along with a tide pool, a self-exploratory discovery zone, and three levels of magnificent exhibits. Interact with diverse sea creatures at the hands-on tide pool or let your children vent their curiosity at the vibrant Curious George Discovery Center complete with slick visual presentations and special seating. Watch out for the amusing antics of the quirky seals as they glide through the outdoor exhibit area and indulge your grey cells at the Thinking Gallery. Other zones worth wading through are the Gulf of Maine Exhibit region and the Freshwater Gallery. Nestled charmingly on Boston’s waterfront, the aquarium also offers whale watching tours from April to October. The endeavor of the attraction is as much to amuse visitors as it is to engage them and raise their awareness through educational programs and meticulously detailed exhibits.

New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 973-5281
www.neaq.org

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Get fit at Windsor Woods at Canton

September 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help:

  • Control your weight
  • Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
  • Reduce your risk of some cancers
  • Strengthen your bones and muscles
  • Improve your mental health and mood
  • Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you’re an older adult
  • Increase your chances of living longer

With all those benefits, why not get moving? All it takes to get started is to put on some sneaks and visit our fitness center that’s conveniently located right here at Windsor Woods at Canton.

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