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This Massive Bookstore In Massachusetts Feels Like Getting Lost Inside A Novel
There’s a bookstore in Plainville, Massachusetts, where the books literally float above your head like they’re defying gravity just to make a point. An Unlikely Story is what happens when someone decides that bookstores should be as magical as the stories they contain. You know that feeling when...
The Herald News
Weekend for Wishes fundraiser to benefit Swansea, Somerset 3-year-olds
A Wish Come True’s Weekend for Wishes fundraiser is set to take place March 13-17. The event aims to support the organization’s mission of granting wishes to families of children battling life-threatening illnesses, according to a community announcement. The weekend will kick off with Shamrocks and Shenanigans, an annual dance, at the Venus de Milo in Swansea. Throughout the weekend, the Hats for Wishes fundraiser will be held at various locations across Bristol County, including restaurants, bakeries, bars and local businesses. Community members can visit locations such as Lexi Lu’s Restaurant in Westport, Cornerstone Bakery in Swansea, Jillian’s Restaurant in Somerset, New York Bagel in Fall River and Jr’s Seaside Tavern in Swansea. A full list of participating establishments is available at awish.org . For the past 30 years, local volunteers have led the Hats for Wishes fundraiser by visiting establishments and raising funds. Community members are encouraged to make a donation and have their name written on a Wish Hat displayed in the establishment to show their support. This year, Hats for Wishes supports Dominic, 3, from Swansea, and Oliver, 3, from Somerset. Both children wish to stay at Give Kids The World Village and visit Disney, Universal and
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Live stand-up comedy night March 7
Black Belts of Comedy: A night of live stand-up comedy is coming to Perez Martial Arts (36 Janes Ave., Medfield) on Saturday, March 7, as comedians take the stage for Black Belts of Comedy, a high-energy showcase featuring top regional talent. The show will be headlined by Mark Riley, with Melissa Rush as feature act and hosted by comedian Rick Fink Jr. Tickets for the show are $30 and available now at scuttlebuttproductions.com. Seating is limited, and advance purchase is recommended. “I’m excited to get back out on Route 109 to the first M you hit coming out of the city,” said headliner Mark Riley. “I’ve always had fun performing in Medfield where the crowds are full of energy and are ready to laugh.” This event is sponsored by APC Pest Control, a supporter of local entertainment and community events. Doors at 7:00, show at 8:00.
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Salty Days Fish Co. Expanding to The Shops at Oceans Gate in Marshfield
Late last spring, What Now Boston reported that South Shore favorite Salty Days Fish Co. would open a second location at the Hingham Shipyard. Now, the seafood spot is expanding again. The restaurant is taking over the former Ocean House Coastal Grille space at 1899 Ocean St, inside The Shops...
Broadway World
Company Theatre to Stage CABARET in Norwell This March
The Company Theatre in Norwell will transport audiences to the decadent and dangerous world of 1930's Berlin with its upcoming production of the musical Cabaret, running March 6-22. Intended for mature audiences, Cabaret is a bold experience that blends Fosse choreography, a captivating score, and a fascinating cast of characters, against the backdrop of the rise of pre- World War II Germany.
Dianna Carney
You're Invited: Stoughton Library Hosts Music-Inspired Talk on Loneliness & Caregiving
Stoughton Public Library in Stoughton, Massachusetts, has announced a program exploring loneliness and caregiving through music on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 PM, offering community members a chance to reflect on how life changes can reshape connection and support. In its announcement, the library invited the public to “When the Music Stops: Talking about Loneliness and Caregiving Through the Songs That Kept Us Company,” emphasizing a conversation that uses songs many people already know as a shared starting point.
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How some of Brookline’s best pastries get made: Behind the scenes at Lakon Paris Patisserie
On a Tuesday morning, 27-year-old Jenice Ko stops by Lakon Paris Patisserie before her nail appointment up the street. Ko orders a rose iced tea and a croissant, and picks up a dessert for her nail tech — a ritual before every manicure, she says. Ko is a self-proclaimed...
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Olympia Restaurant and Two Other Greater Boston Restaurants Closed in February 2026
Boston’s restaurant scene saw several notable closures in February 2026. Three local restaurants, spanning Greek, Italian, and tavern fare, closed across Greater Boston. Even as Boston remains one of the most active dining markets, several local establishments shuttered this month. Here are the restaurants that closed permanently in February.
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Concert Review: Taz at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, Massachusetts
With freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall, on February 20, 2026, TAZ performed at Soundcheck Studios in Pembroke, MA. The performance is part of the “Taz” Niederauer Tour 2026. Born in 2003 in Dix Hills, New York, Brandon “Taz” Niederauer, is a renowned young American blues/rock guitarist, singer and...
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Coveney, Walpole Children’s Theater produce 24-karat gem
Anyone in search of family-friendly, local weekend plans need look no further: Walpole Children’s Theatre (WCT) is back!. This time, they’re presenting “King Midas and the Touch of Gold” - a perfectly timed winter production, given the excitement surrounding the 2026 Winter Olympics. We recently had...
The Standard-Times
Free Broadway Karaoke Night planned at Harbor Hotel on Saturday
Broadway Karaoke Night is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28. The event will take place at the New Bedford Harbor Hotel, 222 Union St., according to a community announcement. It will be a free, one-night-only event with no cover charge, according to the announcement. The karaoke night is hosted by New Bedford Festival Theatre, a professional musical theater company in the South Coast area. Attendees can expect Broadway tunes led by South Coast resident Matt Ban, who played Dennis Dupree in "Rock of Ages" on Broadway. For those interested in participating or learning more about the event, inquiries can be directed to Elizabeth Bettencourt, producing artistic director, at ebettencourt@nbfestivaltheatre.com or by calling 508-991-5212. This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@usatodayco.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduc t. This article originally appeared on Standard-Times: Free Broadway Karaoke Night planned at Harbor Hotel on Saturday
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The No-Fuss Restaurant In Massachusetts That Secretly Serves The Best Homemade Food In The State
Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences happen in the most ordinary-looking places, hiding behind modest storefronts and simple signage. Charlie’s Sandwich Shoppe in Boston’s South End is exactly this kind of magical contradiction – an unassuming eatery that has quietly been serving some of Massachusetts’ most satisfying homemade food for generations.