Spring

There’s nothing like picking your own and enjoying the sweet smell of strawberries warmed by the early summer sun. June is  “strawberry month", and most farms are open for picking by mid-month, but some are already open now. Read on for farms where you can pick your own strawberries and tips for getting the most out of the experience. Be sure to scroll through to find out about some fabulous strawberry festivals, and check back later in the summer for our updated blueberry picking post.

Updated May 2013

Spring is here, and family fun is blooming in Boston and beyond. This guide is full of information about things to do with your family outdoors when the weather is nice and indoors during an April shower. In spring, we celebrate Passover, Easter, Patriot's Day, Earth Day, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, and Father's Day (whew!) - and all you need to know about making those celebrations extra special is right here. Plus, there are plenty of ideas for an April staycation when the kids are out of school. Enjoy!