The popular 1970s children’s television show “Zoom” was created almost entirely by kids at WBGH’s studios in Boston. Photo/courtesy of WGBH archives

‘Zoom’ TV show was made in Boston by and for kids

By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer The popular 1970s children’s television show “Zoom” was created almost entirely by kids at WBGH’s studios in Boston.Photo/courtesy of...
Deborah Shine, 89, founded Star Bright Books, a children’s book publishing company located in Cambridge, in 1994.

Cambridge publisher brings the joys of books to kids

By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer Cambridge - Some people’s adventures involve travel, some people do it virtually or through reading. Deborah Shine, 89, has done...
Red Sox great David ‘Big Papi’ Ortiz was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in July. Photo/Milo Stewart/National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

Cooperstown beckons with the National Baseball Hall of Fame

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - Baseball, our beloved national pastime, springs to life just a few hours’ drive from Central Massachusetts. Cooperstown is...
Grendel’s Den, founded in 1971, is modeled after the everyday European restaurants that its founders enjoyed during their many trips there. Photo/Submitted

After more than 50 years, Grendel’s Den in Cambridge is still going strong

By Matt Robinson, Contributing Writer Grendel’s Den, founded in 1971, is modeled after the everyday European restaurants that its founders enjoyed during their many...

Do you remember when Jimi Hendrix played at the Carousel Theater in Framingham?

By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor FRAMINGHAM - On August 25, 1968, at the height of his career, rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter Jimi Hendrix and his...
The Weston Ski Track in Weston, which makes its own snow, is a good alternative when nature isn’t producing enough for cross-country skiing. Photo/Submitted

Cross-country skiing is great winter outdoor exercise

By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor “I was a downhill skier, but cross-country skiing gave me a different sense of freedom, of being in nature,”...
Massachusetts offers an extensive snowmobile trail system, mostly on state land, for winter fun when the snow flies.

Massachusetts snowmobile trail system stretches across the state

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - Sunkissed snowflakes sparkle like winter diamonds across a wide field of fresh white powder. As you cut the...

Storyteller and vocalist embodies her passion for history onstage

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor BOSTON – Valerie Stephens of Boston has embodied her longtime passion for history on stages continuously for over three...
Energetic and outgoing RV owners can enjoy a variety of benefits in seasonal work camper or camp host jobs.

Work camping and camp host jobs offer adventure and perks

By Barbara Hazelden, Contributing Writer REGION - Visiting RV parks and campgrounds is an ideal way to enjoy the scenic beauty of Massachusetts and a...
Sheryl Roberts recently published her 25th book titled “Technical Writing for Dummies.” Photo/Submitted

Marlborough author celebrates the publication of her 25th book

By Tyler Charpentier, Contributing Writer Sheryl Roberts recently published her 25th book titled “Technical Writing for Dummies.”Photo/Submitted MARLBOROUGH – After writing for 35 years, Marlborough...