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"Great Escape" is a weekly column highlighting one great idea to make parents' lives easier or give them a much-deserved break.
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Take your yoga practice to another level. Laughing Dog Yoga is presenting The Legendary Heart Mast Class on Friday, April 29 from 6- 8 p.m. The class is designed for “the sheer delight of playfulness,” according to Laughing Dog. Deb Neubauer, the founder of Anahata Yoga, and the Bliss Brothers, will be your guides. The cost is $30. …
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. The Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s Gardens at Elm Bank is the perfect place to spend a day this time of year. Take a walk, see what is in bloom and visit the library. While strolling the grounds, you may even feel inspired to participate in their Earth Day clean up project on April 22 and 23. The grounds are open daily from 8 a.m…
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Celebrate spring and Needham’s official flower at the Needham Historical Society’s 29th annual Pansy Day Festival. Spring has been slow to arrive in the traditional sense, with snow and ice still a regular part of the workweek recently. However, Pansy Day is sure to make guests feel like warmer weather and gardening season are on the …
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Lose yourself in African art. Take in works by Ghanaian artist El Anatsui at the Davis Museum at Wellesley College. This is the artist’s first career retrospective and the U.S. debut of the exhibit. When I Last Wrote to You about Africa premiered on March 30 and will run until June 26.
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. If you are looking for a way to feel rejuvenated for spring, sign up for the Spring Detox at Yogaspot in Wellesley Hills. The program will consist of two hour-long meetings on Sunday, April 3 and Sunday, April 10 at 5:45 p.m. The cost is $55. Sign up a week in advance through their website.
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Are you looking for a unique opportunity to learn more about the City of Boston? Come and celebrate the Grand Opening of the Metropolitan Waterworks Museum in Chestnut Hill. Marvel at the architecture, tour the reservoir and talk with a costumed guide. The opening event will be held on Sunday, March 27, from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. The day will…
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Are you looking for a new creative project? Learn the about art of bookbinding at The Handmade Journal workshop hosted by Paper Source on Thursday, March 24 from 6- 8 p.m. Knowing that Paper Source materials are of the highest quality, you are sure to come home with a beautiful keepsake. Registration can be done online or in person. …
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Do you want to be transported to India for a night? Gather together a group of your closest friends for an interactive cooking and dining experience at the Spice Bar at Masala Art. The executive chef will teach you about ancient Indian culture, modern Indian cuisine, and the art of blending spices. Please call in advance to reserve your…
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Treat yourself to a full day of pampering at Needham Day Spa. They offer a number of packages ranging from two and a half hours to five full hours. Packages include a variety of treatments from spa manicures to massages. The five-hour package even includes lunch!
You work hard, but your to-do list never seems to get any shorter. Now it's time to take a break and enjoy yourself.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier. Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but love is still in the air. The Newton Country Players are performing the musical-comedy I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change tonight, Feb. 18, with additional performances on Feb. 19, 25 and 26. All performances will take place at MassBay Community College in Wellesley. Tickets are $20 for adults…
Your teens are holding a car wash at the high school Saturday. The grandparents volunteered to take the younger children to a movie Sunday afternoon. Your tweens take tap on Wednesday evening. It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier, maybe a whole lot easier. Whether you listen to Mozart on your computer or Rick Springfield on your car's cassette player, everyone can use a little music to escape the pressures of the day. What better way to escape than through some great live, local music? …
Your teens are holding a car wash at the high school Saturday. The grandparents volunteered to take the younger children to a movie Sunday afternoon. Your tweens take tap on Wednesday evening.  It’s your time. Take it. Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier, maybe a whole lot easier. Today comes a Valentine’s Day offer from Spiga Ristorante. Make your reservations now for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner for two. Chef Robert DeSimone is creating a special menu for that evening. Dine over candlelight and feast from …

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