Saturday, May 11, 2013
Do you have a fantastic mom? Is the mother of your children just the best? Let the world know!
Is your mom absolutely wonderful? Is the mother of your children simply awesome? Well don't keep it to yourself, let your friends and neighbors know how awesome you think she is! In honor of Mother's Day, Patch is inviting you to let your voice be heard by submitting a brief testimonial, sharing why the No. 1 lady in your life is so amazingly special! Give your mom the public praise she deserves! Posting is super-easy. Just follow these instructions!: 1) Log in to your free account at Reading Patch 2) Post to our Local Voices section: 3) Fill out the form. Make sure to add a photo by uploading media—it really adds some pizzazz to your post and gets it noticed by readers! 4) Click "Save & Preview" at the end of the form. Then click "Submit…
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Gift ideas to make your mom feel special on Mother's Day.
Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 12. Here are some gift ideas you can purchase locally to make your mom feel special: 1. Flowers. Every mom loves getting flowers to brighten her home. Buy her favorite flowers in a bouquet or pick up a plant that will last longer. Boston Flower Market or Calareso's both have a great selection. 2. Jewelry. Does your mom have a mother's ring? Stop by the Jewelry Vault in North Reading to have one custom made for her with the birthstones of her children. They also have necklaces with different style charms that list her children's names. 3. Spa day. Can your mom use a break? Get her a gift certificate to the Alantra Spa so she can choose from different services like an Elemental Nature Facial, which is a …
Monday, May 6, 2013
Take your mom to a concert on Mother's Day.
The Reading Civic Concert Band (RCCB) will perform a Mother's Day concert on May 12 at 3 p.m. at the Wood End School, according to the Chronicle. The RCCB is a non-profit band that consists of 30 volunteers, the Chronicle said. The show is titled "RCCB Plays Between the Lines" and will incoorporate a behind the scenes look at the concert preparation, the Chronicle said. Director Lucinda Ellert will fuse humor, audience participation and education into the show. According to the Chronicle, the goal of this performance is to encourage kids to play music and to play for their whole lives. Attendants will learn about instruments, rehearsals, musicians and conductors. The cost is $12 at the door, students and seniors pay $8. The costs are …
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Where is the best place to take your mom for Mother's Day brunch.
This week’s Best of Patch Readers’ Choice explores the topic of the Best Place to take your mom for Mother's Day. Where is the best place to take your mom for Mother's Day brunch in Reading or North Reading? Here’s a list we created (let us know if there is place you would like us to add in the comments section below): Ristorante Pavarotti Mario's Sam's Bistro Kitty's The Pub at Hillview Country Club Horseshoe Grille Macaroni Grill Mandarin Centre Cafe Bertucci's Longhorn Steakhouse Christopher's Restaurant Voting in the poll below is open until 9 a.m. Friday. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by the Patch editor, based on poll results and reviews on …
Thursday, May 5, 2011
There's something for Mom and everyone in the family as restaurants prepare for annual event.
A sneak preview of what North Reading families can expect from town eateries on Mother's Day, May 8 reveals a pleasing blend of regular favorites and an occassional special dish or two designed to tempt the most discerning palate. If a down-home breakfast is what you're looking for, Center Cafe at 118 Park St., telephone 978-664-3603, serves from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The dress is casual for this reasonably priced, family owned business. The food is traditional American favorites. The Great American Tavern at 303 Main St., dubs itself, "a place for all ages." It features a large variety of dishes and uses fresh ingredients from local markets. A Mother's Day buffet brunch is planned from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Children under 12 pay $8.99. The price for…
Laura Melnik
9:52 pm on Thursday, May 3, 2012
Hands down the best pancakes I've had have been at the Centre Cafe. more ›