Lucas Boston Homes: boston pride 2014

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Boston Farmer’s Markets 2018

It's that time of year that the farmers markets in Boston, MA are starting to produce fresh local vegetables and the weather is finally perfect for strolling the markets. All around our beautiful city you can find farmers markets brimming with local, affordable produce, fish, meat, cheeses and other locally Boston-made small batch products like jams and jellies. I can't think of a better way to explore around our city than to visit these markets. Farmers markets are more than just a chance to grocery shop, they are also a great gathering space for the community to get together. Here are a few of the offerings Boston, MA has to offer.

Downtown

The Copley Square Farmers Market is one of the largest markets in Massachusetts. Its mission is to partner with farmers, consumers, and communities to foster, enhance, and sustain farmers markets in Massachusetts to improve regional farm viability, consumer nutrition, and community social and economic development. Along St. James Avenue, Dartmouth Street & Boylston Street through the end of November, Tuesdays, and Fridays, 11am-6pm.

Jamaica Plain/Mission Hill

The Jamaica Plan Farmers Market is a small neighborhood market highlighting produce from Stillman's Farm and is open now through November. It is held at the Bank of America parking lot on Centre Street Tuesday 12pm-5pm and Saturday 12pm-3pm. You can locally-raised meats, bakery, and honey, in addition to the freshest produce.

Dorchester/Roxbury

The ReVision Urban Farm stand is a community-based urban agriculture project that grows produce in its own fields and provides access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food to residents of the ReVision Family Home and the extended community. Produce is sold at the Revision Urban Farm Stand, 1062 Blue Hill Avenue, Dorchester, Fridays July – October, 3-7pm, DotHouse Farmer’s Market, 1353 Dorchester Ave, Tuesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm, July – October, ReVision @ Longwood, 477 Longwood Avenue, Thursdays, 4-6pm, Thursdays June – October, and Roslindale Farmers’ Market, 1353 Dorchester Avenue, Saturdays June – September.

I hope you take the time to visit one or more of these markets and fill your pantry with locally grown, sustainable food. Should you have a question on a Boston, MA neighborhood such as South End, Fenway, Beacon Hill, or any other, please contact a Boston, MA real estate agent. I thoroughly enjoy getting prospective residents familiar with new neighborhoods and exposing them to the best of everything Boston has to offer. I hope to speak with you soon!

Lucas Garofalo

Keller Williams Realty

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Lucas@LucasBostonHomes.com

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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Summer 2014 Festivals in Boston, MA

The weather might not feel like summer just yet, but, I promise – summer is just around the corner! Boston, MA is known for incredible summer weather. I can't think of a better way to enjoy the weather then to get out around Boston and enjoy one of the many festivals. It's the perfect reason to get together and celebrate our city and its culture, eat, dance, or appreciate local culture and art. Boston, MA has several summer festivals, too many to mention them all, here are a few of the top picks for 2014.

Boston Calling. Done twice a year, Boston Calling is a music festival done up right at City Hall Plaza in Boston. This year's summer fest takes place this weekend from Friday, May 23^rd – Sunday, May 25^th. Located on two different stages with various artists, this years headliners are Jack Johnson, Death Cab for Cutie, and Modest Mouse.

Boston Pride. The Boston Pride parade heads through Boston every year so supporters of the LBGT community can come out to spread awareness of rights and to just have a great time. At the end of the parade there is a festival at City Hall Plaza. All ages are welcome and there are family-friendly areas for parents and kids as well as fun for the 21+ crowd. June 14^th at 12pm.

Boston Harborfest. The Boston Harborfest is a yearly event around Fourth of July. With events such as the Boston Pops show and Chowder Fest, there is something for everyone! This year's festival takes place July 2^nd – July 7^th at City Hall Plaza.

If you are traveling into Boston, MA this summer to partake in some festivals and are interested in learning more about what this great city has to offer please contact me.

Without the guidance of a local expert, it can be tricky to cover all of the city's vibrant neighborhoods! As a Boston real estate agent, my services extend beyond helping buyers and sellers through their transactions. I thoroughly enjoy getting prospective residents familiar with their surroundings and exposing them to the best of everything Boston, MA has to offer.

Please contact me when you decide to start your home search.