The Knotty Pine restaurant in Auburndale has applied for a Backing Historic Small Restaurants grant from American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP). According to NTHP, fifty grant recipients nationwide — “that contribute to their neighborhood’s unique history and identity” — will each receive $50,000 “to help them…
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For the first time in four years, the Charles River Regional Chamber (CRRC) will host Spring Seasonings: A Taste of Our Towns in person at the Newton Marriott Hotel, on April 8, 5:30-8PM. The event will feature offerings from local restaurants, caterers, and beverage providers in Needham, Newton, Watertown, and…
Malcolm Best Boy often takes power naps at work, and his “co-worker” Beverly (Bev) Goldstein wouldn’t have it any other way. The adorable, 14-year-old bichon frise’s constant presence at Natural Sense, Goldstein’s Newtonville shop, only adds to its warmth. Shoppers love coming into the welcoming space for new items, and…
Beginning March 1, a new ordinance will require that single-use restaurant accessory items – such as straws, utensils, and condiments – be available only upon request and that food establishments must use reusable, compostable, or recyclable containers and compostable coffee cups. Councilor Vicki Danberg, who sponsored the Sustainable Food &…
With an expanded space bigger than two NBA basketball courts, Shepherd & Maudsleigh Studio is ready to bring even more art offerings to Newton. “We have added to our ability to run more classes, and we are very excited that we now have a space dedicated to book arts as…
The Charles River Regional Chamber (CRRC) is sponsoring several networking events open to members and non-members:
As shopper after shopper visited Auburndale gift store Just Next Door this week, they greeted owner Amy Shih with praise, gratitude, and wistful regret that she will soon be shuttering the beloved business. When customer Jenny Rosenthal — a Newton resident who has been buying presents there for 10 years…
Local musician/author Ingrid Chiemi will play tunes starting at 12:30PM at Cork & Board’s Holly, Folly, Sip & Snack event on December 9, noon-3PM (1207 Centre Street, Newton Centre). Proceeds of Chiemi’s books — Karma Bank, Odd Simple Beauty, and World As Refuge — benefit the Asian Community Development Corp.,…
Like a true fashionista, Zeke seemed eager to get his blueberry facial and new coif before donning his chic black-and-white coat. He achieved his classic look after visiting Dogish, the new Newtonville canine shop and groomer where clients come out looking – and smelling – their best. Susie Ryerson recently…
Tucked away, in a former mill site off Chestnut Street in Newton Upper Falls, is the Mall at Echo Bridge — a small community of local businesses offering an eclectic mix of goods and services. On Saturday, December 9, the Mall will host a Holiday Sip and Snack event, 12PM…