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Out Is In – 6 Tips for Celebrating Park & Recreation Month
Three out of every 10 American adults don’t spend any time outside daily, and of those that do, most spend less than 30 minutes outdoors. Since 1985, the U.S. National Recreation and Park Association...
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Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is a fun time of year for both children and adults. Whether you plan on trick-or-treating under the moonlight or hosting your own spooky haunted house, it’s important to stay safe. With...
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Veterans Day
Americans admire the selflessness, courage, and valor of current and former service members year-round. Veterans Day, however, is an occasion for the nation to publicly recognize those who bravely...
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Thanksgiving Home and Travel Safety
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, meaning people across the country will gather together to celebrate with friends and relatives. While getting ready for your Thanksgiving festivities, it’s...
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Fun Winter Activities in Massachusetts
Winter is the time for sipping hot chocolate by the fireplace, holiday feasts, caroling around the neighborhood, and strolling around a winter market with family or friends. The Department of...
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve Safely in Massachusetts
From all-day festivals in Pioneer Valley to breathtaking firework displays on the Charles River, New Year’s Eve is an exciting and fun holiday in Massachusetts. Friends and family gather to mark the...
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Be a Donor: Give Hope to Residents of the Commonwealth
Organ transplants have enabled numerous Massachusetts residents to live longer, have more time with their family and friends, and have a better quality of life. However, despite continuing advances in...
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Celebrating Presidents’ Day in Massachusetts
In 1783, after leading the Continental Army to victory against the British, George Washington made an even bolder move: He gave up power to a grateful Congress. Had he not believed in civilian control...
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Honor Massachusetts Veterans This Memorial Day
Massachusetts proudly supports and honors military members who have died fighting for our country, and Memorial Day — May 25, 2015 — offers residents of the Commonwealth an opportunity to remember...
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Celebrate LGBT Pride in Massachusetts
During Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, celebrated each June, events across Massachusetts will bear a rainbow flag — the symbol of gay pride and diversity. Since the late...
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Celebrate Independence Day in Massachusetts
As the state where the Boston Tea Party, Battle of Bunker Hill, and first shots of the American Revolution occurred, Massachusetts is a special place to celebrate the 4th of July. Whether you’re...
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Celebrate Massachusetts Women
The birthplace of pioneering women’s rights advocates Abigail Adams and Susan B. Anthony, humanitarian Clara Barton, and famed poet Emily Dickinson, Massachusetts has no shortage of women deserving of...
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Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters and Adults
Whether you’re still a trick-or-treater or you never lost your love of ghouls and goblins, Halloween is frightful fun for everyone. But even if you aren’t afraid of the dark, with more people out in...
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Commemorate Veterans Day in Massachusetts
On Nov. 11, Massachusetts honors the estimated 380,000 veterans living in the Commonwealth, as well as those who’ve served across the country. Veterans Day is an occasion to publicly recognize the...
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Make It a Massachusetts Thanksgiving: Buy Local
This is a guest blog post from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), written by Program Coordinator Julia Grimaldi. Massachusetts has a special relationship to Thanksgiving —...
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Tips to Prevent Cooking Fires This Thanksgiving
Every Thanksgiving, families across Massachusetts come together to give thanks and share a great meal. But all the hustle and bustle of this joyous holiday can also pose some serious risks. More fires...
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Six Tips for a Safe & Successful Holiday Shopping Season
With the holiday season underway, knowing your rights as a consumer might be just as important as knowing where to get the best deals. The Office of Consumer Affairs & Business Regulation (OCABR)...
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Celebrate the Season at Massachusetts Farmers’ Markets
This is a guest blog post from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), written by Program Coordinator Julia Grimaldi. You might be surprised, but the winter season is full of...
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Volunteer & Donating Opportunities for Families
As we enter the season of giving, many families look for charitable groups to give their time and energy. Volunteering as a family is a chance to build strong personal ties and support your local...
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New Year’s Eve Safety
Whether you’re in the Berkshires, Boston, or somewhere in between, New Year’s Eve celebrations and events can be found across Massachusetts. While the holiday offers us a chance to ring in 2016 with...
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