The 122nd running of the Boston Marathon gets going on Monday, April 16. Thousands of runners will line up in Hopkinton and make their way into Boston, traversing through the Metrowest suburban towns of Ashland, Framingham, and Natick – all great … [Read more...] about State Parks in Metrowest: Outdoor Recreation on the Cheap
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Trail race registration: Enter for $5
If you've been hoping to get off the couch and do a race, you may want to sign up for the Run with the Beavers, a 5 or 10 mile trail race in Chepachet, R.I. (about 70 miles from Boston) on July 14. Sure, a race of any mileage is intimidating for the … [Read more...] about Trail race registration: Enter for $5
Ski deal for Superbowl weekend
Of course, we all know next weekend is the BIG GAME! But Superbowl weekend has also historically been a great time to find a ski deal. So far, I've only found one, but I'll keep looking. The deal is at Mt. Sunapee--maybe I'll see you there because … [Read more...] about Ski deal for Superbowl weekend
Boston cheap date night ideas
A date night is a way to for a new couple to get to know each other. Or for a long-term couple to reconnect. But who says you have to spend a fortune or do dinner and a movie to make a date? With a little bit of planning and imagination, your … [Read more...] about Boston cheap date night ideas
Free Run Clubs in Boston
Do you like to run? Do you want to get a little exercise? Do you like to work out with a group, but hate the pricey gym membership fees? Then these FREE run clubs are for you. You can find one any day of the week and throughout the city so you're … [Read more...] about Free Run Clubs in Boston
Hub on the Run: Boston Run Tours
If you're a runner, check out Hub on the Run. It's a fun 45-60 minutes running tour of Boston that takes place every Saturday at 10:30am. The run tour is loosely structured - it's designed to give you a chance to get a fun run and see … [Read more...] about Hub on the Run: Boston Run Tours
Run Club Starts in Southie February 29
The way I see it, there are two type of runners--those who like the freedom and isolation of having time alone to clear their minds OR those who love the social aspect of it. If you're the latter, this new Run Club created by the folks at Stephi's in … [Read more...] about Run Club Starts in Southie February 29
Observatory FREE nights
Enjoy the beauty of the night sky using high powered telescopes and learn about what you're seeing from astronomists. Most Wednesday nights throughout the year you can take advantage of the Boston University Observatory FREE during their Public Open … [Read more...] about Observatory FREE nights
FREE Woman’s Self Defense Class
Knowing Self defense can be life saving and Women's Self Defense Boston knows that. Its the reason they offer FREE self-defense training to women living in Massachusetts - every Saturday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. They teach Krav Maga … [Read more...] about FREE Woman’s Self Defense Class
Entertaining out of town guests or are you being a tourist in your own backyard? Either way, there's plenty to do in Beantown with breaking the bank.
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