Monday, January 7, 2013
DSW Shoe Warehouse will be one of the new additions – taking over the former Filene's Basement space.
New General Manager Rick Tonzi did not have the reins of the South Shore Plaza last holiday season, but based on his observations and speaking with employees, he called the past month or so a "very busy" and successful season. "We couldn't fit more people in the building," Tonzi said. The Plaza does not yet have updated sales numbers, nor can it share that data, but Tonzi said the indications of strengh continued through Christmas and into the following week, when people used gift cards and made exchanges and returns. "I'm very pleased with the season," Tonzi said. "We were able to keep the crowds moving, keep it clean." This year, as part of an increased effort to provide concierge-type customer service, the Plaza offered assistance for …
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Locally owned and operated since 1945, the aisles of Richmond Hardware are packed with paint, nails, tool and home and garden goods.
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Saturday, December 29, 2012
Each year, Richmond Hardware on Washington Street raffles off a giant stocking for free. This season's winners were Lucille (11) and A.J. (8) Steele of Weymouth.
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Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Here's a list of things to do over next week's vacation. Have fun!
Looking for something to do with the children over holiday break? Assuming you can tear the kids away from their new toys for a few hours, here are some ideas for things to do at home and nearby. From penny candy to 1,000-foot vertical slopes, there's something for everyone. Do you have something that you plan to do, or would like to do, over vacation? Tell us in the comment section below. At Home Here are some good ideas if you want to stay home and/or if you want to play host. Disclaimer: If you have teens, be careful if you try some of these at home (like a tea party). In Your Town Bowling. Check your town's Patch directory for a local bowling alley. Have the kids try Big Ball, if they've never tried it before. Local library. Great …
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Father Bill's & MainSpring is dedicated to ending homelessness in Southeastern Massachusetts.
Ellen Ward threw her energy this season into boosting Father Bill's and MainSpring's Holiday Drive in Braintree and it has paid off, with donations piling up at Town Hall during the weeks leading up to Christmas. The bin at Town Hall will be accepting items like first aid kits, toiletries and bath towels through Jan. 2. Nearby donation bins are also at the Weymouth Club and at Open Doors on Washington Street. Father Bill's and MainSpring is a non-profit formed when the two groups, based out of Quincy and Brockton, combined in 2007. The group focuses on finding housing first for homeless people and supporting them through workforce development and other programs. Last year, Father Bill's and MainSpring helped more than 3,500 families and …
While your thinking of others this holiday season, make sure you're also keeping the planet in mind.
Before you buy another roll of gift wrap and leave those holiday lights on all night, the city's Department of Environmental Affairs is asking you to have a waste-free holiday this year. According to the Newton Environmental Affairs website, the holiday season is the most wasteful time of the year. You can prevent this, though, with home made gifts, energy-conscious Christmas lights and alternative ways to wrap presents. Below is the full Waste-Free Holiday Guide from the Department of Environmental Affiars: Give gifts that not only last a long time, but help reduce packaging waste. The gift within a gift – instead of wrapping paper, use tea towels to wrap cups or silverware, a pair of gloves for rings or bracelets, a bath towel for oils …
Friday, December 21, 2012
The South Shore Plaza is at 250 Granite St. in Braintree.
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Friday, December 21, 2012
South Shore Plaza is making holiday shopping even more enjoyable now through Dec. 24 by offering shopper-friendly help. Surprise & Delight Shoppers be on the lookout for mall management looking to thank shoppers for shopping at the mall by giving them a holiday treat without warning! The gifts vary- holiday revelers could find themselves with gift certificates, a voucher for free coffee, a coupon for a free appetizer at a mall restaurant, candy, store gift cards and more! Holiday Helpers Holiday greeters, staff and security are stationed throughout South Shore Plaza at entrances and mall directories, opening doors for shoppers, welcoming them to the mall, helping to carry their bags. This Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, South Shore …
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Thursday, December 20, 2012
Need a quick holiday cookie recipe? Make one of these for your parties this season.
One of the most important holiday questions to ask yourself is: What kind of cookies will you be baking for your get-togethers this season? From sweet to savory, holiday cookies come in all shapes and sizes. And what’s better than to top off a tray of cookies than a glass of homemade eggnog? Do you especially love a certain type of cookie? What are your favorite holiday recipes? Tell us in the comments below. You can also check out myrecipes.com to learn how to host a successful cookie swap and view more holiday cookie recipes. Eggnog In a saucepan over low heat combine milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cinnamon stick and clove. Bring to a slow boil (this will take between 5-7 mins). Once the milk mixture starts to boil remove from heat …
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
All subway, bus and commuter rail lines will be free after 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.
The MBTA has announced its holiday season schedule: Some highlights include:
Monday, December 17, 2012
The South Shore Plaza is at 250 Granite St. in Braintree.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
South Shore Plaza’s goal this holiday season is to make each shoppers mall experience even more rewarding and enjoyable. South Shore Plaza will be adding a personal touch this season to “surprise and delight” holiday shoppers now – Christmas Eve. Shoppers should be on the lookout for mall management staff that is eager to thank shoppers for shopping at the mall and may even give a holiday treat without warning. These gifts vary- holiday revelers could find themselves with gift certificates, a voucher for free coffee, a coupon for a free appetizer at a mall restaurant, candy to satisfy that sweet tooth, store specials and more! Mall staff is also distributing $5 Dunkin' Donut cards to our customers that have been busy shopping. Friendly …
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
The North American Aerospace Defense Command has a website that now offers a Santa tracker mobile app to follow the jolly man's magical flight.
They sent him their wish lists, sat on his lap and left cookies and milk for his arrival. Now the only thing left for children to do is track Santa's progress as he delivers gifts around the world on Christmas Eve. Thanks to the folks behind the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) website, families worldwide can now follow Santa's Christmas journey in real time. The tradition started in 1955 after an advertisement for Sears Roebuck & Co. misprinted a telephone number for a special "Santa hotline." Instead of reaching Kris Kringle, the number put kids through to the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) Commander-in-Chief’s operations, according to a description on the NORAD Tracks Santa Facebook page, which has more than one…
Ellen M. Gordon Ward
12:28 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012
I am very grateful for all the donations to Father Bill's and Mainspring, the box will be at town hall until 1/2 more ›