If you got some free time in the Boston area...

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husband/bf gone for the week? This is what I would do in the meantime with all that unadulterated quiet moments.

 1. Horn Pond

Lake Street and Arlington Road
Woburn, MA 02228

Category: Parks

4.0 star rating
  9/24/2009

A serene 2-miles walk around this pond can be a great excuse to get out of  the house. Late spring you can even catch a glimpse of the baby swans with their mamas. There are lots of people running and some with puppies in tow. Watch out for the…More »

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 2. Menotomy Rocks Park

Jason Street and Gray Street intersection
Arlington, MA 02474

Category: Parks

4.0 star rating
  3/10/2010

Marc H. was right. There are some silly owners who choose not to leash their dogs, so they end up jumping on you and messing with your puppy if you have one who is acting all obedient on a leash and is getting assaulted.

The trails are not so clear,…More »

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 3. Planet Fitness

40 Ray Avenue
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 229-9999

Category: Gyms

5.0 star rating
  11/17/2008 First to Review

The best value for a gym membership. $9.99 a month for a regular membership for just working out at your home facility. $19.99 for the super membership that includes working out at your home facility and other ones anywhere in MA max 10 times a…More »

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 4. Burlington Library

22 Sears St
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 270-1690

Category: Libraries

4.0 star rating
  8/30/2007 First to Review

I have gone here all my life. They have grown massively since I was a wee tyke with a new upstairs filled with private study closets, more computers, and bathroom on the second floor.

They have a great selection of new recently released DVDs and…More »

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 5. Bare Bottom

27 Winn St
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 229-9700

Category: Tanning

5.0 star rating
  5/18/2006 First to Review

I love coming here. A couple owns and alternates running this place. They happily take walk-ins, but try to schedule ahead. You are always greeted with a smile.

They have relatively cheap package deals. Twenty visits for fifty-something dollars. The…More »

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 6. Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts

43 Middlesex Tpke
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 272-9727

Category: Fabric Stores

4.0 star rating
  6/9/2008

Jo-Ann has a huge assortment of material. I was deeply surprised how many beautiful styles and high quality fabrics they have. I loved the oriental silk pieces, the microfiber rolls, and felt variety. This is where I definitely shop for those…More »

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 7. Casa Molina

183 Lewis Street
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 581-0100

Category: Mexican

5.0 star rating
  3/6/2010

The guys who work here are really nice. They told us to have a seat & bought out some freshly fried tortilla chips and salsa (pico) to start. We waited only a couple of minutes, but he apologized for the wait. I got the grande burrito (12 inch…More »

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 8. deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum

51 Sandy Pond Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773
(781) 259-8355

Category: Museums

5.0 star rating
  9/24/2009

Spectacular and unusual art pieces. I can't believe that I have lived in the Boston area all my life and I have missed out on this. The exhibits change. It is dog-friendly and picnics encouraged sans alcohol. First weekend of every month BoA is…More »

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 9. Winchester Public Library

80 Washington Street
Winchester, MA 01890
(781) 721-7171

Category: Libraries

5.0 star rating
  11/22/2009

Gorgeous location right along a pond. Historic stone building with a great flow inside. Kids downstairs, adults upstairs with a great quiet reading room, then a computer terminals on the other side. Plus they are connected to the Boston consortium so…More »

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 10. Olecito

12 Springfield St
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-1374

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Inman Square

5.0 star rating
  2/28/2010

Goodbye, Anna's. I have found a new replacement. Must try the burritos. This is silly to say about Mexican food, but this is the quality that you would find in California! Not only are  the chicken, beef, or vegetable fillings the same price, there…More »

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 11. Anna's Taqueria

236 Elm St
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 666-3900

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Davis Square

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2006

I live for my Anna's fix weekly. Cheap thrill when you don't feel like cooking dinner. Quesadillas are crisp and oily, but I think it adds to the flavor. Try the carnitas (pulled spicy pork) if you like an added kick or plain old chicken for those…More »

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 12. Ann Taylor Stores

N Shore Shopping Cente
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 532-0064

Category: Accessories

3.0 star rating
  2/27/2009 First to Review

The store is really open, clean and classy. It is easy to look around and see if you missed anything. They had some lovely suit, dress, cashmere sweater, and jewelery options. Things were flying out of there.

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 13. Anthropologie

75 Middlesex Turnpike
Burlington, MA 01803

Category: Fashion

4.0 star rating
  5/28/2008

I love Anthropologie's faux French-country style. They rock the whimsical hippie free spirit that I get inspired when I walk into the store. They have fun books and candles, which are great as gifts. I adore their patterned duvet covers. Very pretty…More »

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 14. Lulu's Bake Shoppe - CLOSED

227 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 720-2200

Category: Bakeries

Neighbourhood: North End

4.0 star rating
  6/14/2007

Great alternative if you're sick of the chaos that is Mike's Pastry across the street. This little cupcake shop is comfortable inside and really cute.

I had the red velvet cup cake with whipped cream frosting. delicious end to my evening in the North…More »

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 15. Burlington Mall

75 Middlesex Tpke
Burlington, MA 01803
(781) 272-8667
4.0 star rating
  8/7/2007

One of the best malls in the Boston area, hands-down easily. They have the prerequisite Simon's renting shops, such as Macy's, Sears, Lord & Taylor, Victoria's Secret, Gap, Express, etc. However, they also have fun and different stores for your…More »

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 16. CVS Pharmacy

36 White St
Cambridge, MA 02238
(617) 876-5519

Category: Drugstores

5.0 star rating
  8/22/2006 First to Review

Otherwise known as that CVS in Porter Square. I love everything about this CVS. Wonderful selection, huge upscale foreign skin products, large magazine section, & 24-hour service. I could hang out here all evening long.

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Burlington, MA

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