blog archives - 2011
30
Dec
#2012 Mom-Resolutions
Categories: Holidays, Just for fun
Some years I’m not so into New Year’s resolutions, but for some reason, I’m really feeling the promise of a fresh start in 2012. Mom-guilt is a part of life for most moms, especially working moms, and this is the time of year when it’s easiest to parlay some of that guilt into action items…. read more!
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30
Dec
Craft kits for a chilly weekend
Categories: Arts & Crafts
If you’ve been enjoying a staycation this week while the kids are out of school, chances are you’re looking for activities to keep them busy as this (or any) weekend approaches. Craft kits are a perfect way to pass the time, especially when it’s cold outside. Here are five of my recent favorites, and all… read more!
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28
Dec
Top Picks from Boston Central: Dec.28-Jan.3
Categories: Local: Boston
First Night Boston Celebration 2012 A fun filled, alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration for the entire family; and includes over 250 different indoor and outdoor locations, performances, and a thousand musical, dance, theater and other artistic performers. Various Locations, Boston. Saturday, Dec 31, 2011 - Monday, Jan 2, 2012 Catskill Puppet Theater: JFK Library’s Celebrate The performance features… read more!
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22
Dec
Jelly donut… cupcakes!
Categories: Recipes
Chanukah is notable for many reasons, but the tradition of eating fried foods is both wonderful and unfortunate. On one hand, there’s nothing more delicious than hot potato latkes with cold sour cream and apple sauce. On the other hand, it’ll take a lot of hours on the treadmill to offset the impact of that… read more!
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20
Dec
Top Picks from Boston Central: Dec. 20- Jan. 3
Categories: Local: Boston
Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘The Snow Queen’ The world premiere stage adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s exuberant ode to childhood, with live action and puppetry. Children and their families will have the opportunity to interact with the story. 64 Brattle Street, Cambridge. Now thru Dec 31, 2011 First Night Boston Celebration 2011-2012 Boston’s First Night celebration is… read more!
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14
Dec
Top picks from Boston Central: December 14-19
Categories: Local: Boston
Boston Pops Holiday Pops Kids Matinees 2011 These special family concerts include a children’s sing-along and photos with Santa. For those seated at the floor tables, there are special kid-friendly menu options along with holiday treats. Symphony Hall, Boston. Saturday, Dec 10, 2011 - Saturday, Dec 24, 2011 Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus: Harvard COOP Kids ages… read more!
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8
Dec
Santa, baby: 10 tips for a “nice” Santa experience
Categories: Holidays
Even though I am Jewish, and Santa never came to my home as a child, I still have quite a bit of reverence for jolly old St. Nick. Which is why I really look forward to his annual trip to Magic Beans (a tradition that goes back to 2006). When we first set out to… read more!
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7
Dec
Top picks via Boston Central: Dec.7-12
Categories: Local: Boston
Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys Enjoy a high-energy musical morning at the Coolidge Corner Theatre with Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys! This show will be filmed as they make live concert music videos to support their upcoming CD – come sing, dance and get caught on camera. 270 Tremont Street, Boston. Get your… read more!
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2
Dec
Meet Maisy and support a great cause
Categories: Local: Boston
Magic Beans is very proud to be partnering with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island and Candlewick Press for a wonderful event this coming Monday, December 5 from 1-3pm. Bring your children over to the food court at The Shops at Prudential to meet Maisy and enjoy hearing some of Maisy’s favorite adventures… read more!
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30
Nov
Top Picks via Boston Central: Nov.30-Dec.5
Categories: Local: Boston
Boston Common Tree Lighting Ceremony The heart of the city will be illuminated with seasonal cheer as Mayor Thomas M. Menino hosts Boston´s Official Holiday Tree Lighting. The Skating Club of Boston will also present a spectacular skating show at the Frog Pond. Boston Common, Boston. Thursday, Dec 1, 2011 Holiday Pops Kids Matinees w/Boston Pops… read more!
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