Beauty and Style in Brookline has everything you need to beautify yourself, with all the best hair, skin, cosmetics, and nail products you'd normally find at salons. Hair care lines that are carried include Redken, L'Oreal Professional, [more...]

The X-hale Boutique in Newton is a shopping spot with a heart. Frequently, the boutique will hold clothing drives where customers are invited to donate a pair of gently used women's or children's jeans, and for their gesture, they will [more...]

If you know of Wellesley's infamous reputation for being a town filled with snooty rich people, you aren't too far off. However, that doesn't mean its a terrible place to visit, especially if you head over to E. A. Davis. Its one of [more...]

The Whole Foods Market in Cambridge hosts a free event for area singles from time to time. This free singles event features live music, raffles, wine tasting, and duh, food shopping. Head over to the Cambridge Whole Foods with a date, [more...]

Though a bit outside of the city, the Wrentham Outlets are the place to go if you and your date are bargain shoppers. With literally hundreds of stores to choose from, you can peruse designer shops like Karen Millen, Coach, Guess, [more...]

A week of patriotic and fun events that get you into the swing of summer. It all takes place on the waterfront in July.

One of the best areas in the city. Make a night of it. On the “C” Green line on the T. Listen to an author’s reading at Brookline Booksmith, view an independent film at the theater, or meet for coffee at one of the many cafes.

This is the only place in Salem where they will create a perfume especially suited to you. Makes a lovely gift. They also have wonderful scented soaps.

This is located across the street from the House of the Seven Gables, and is the first commerical candy store in the United States. Sometimes you can get lucky, and you can see them make candy through the big glass window. Their [more...]

This store belongs to Laurie Cabot, the official witch of Salem. It's located at Pickering Wharf. The best thing about it is that Laurie offers art that she herself has created.

This is a brick streetin Salem with shops and restaurants on it. You can simply walk along and soak up the atmosphere, or stop for a bit of shopping or a bit to eat.

This is a year-round costume store located in the Essex Walking Mall in Salem. It is fun to go in and check out all the different gear available.

This is the most complete collection of fancy pet gear I've ever seen. You can outfit Fido for any occasion. It's in Salem and worth the drive to get a gift for a pet lover.

This is the best store in Salem to get t-shirts. Many are only 5$. They also have a great selection of half priced greeting cards.

Located across the street from Derby Wharf in Salem, this store remains true to history. The items are all things you might have found for sale here 100 years ago. Plainly made toys, imported teas, and a nice selection of inexpensive [more...]

This is an indoor mall in salem with about a dozen inexpensive stores. There is nothing to rave about, but there are t-shirts, food, and public bathrooms available. Located across the walkway from the Peabody Essex Museum.

They actually design and sew their own gothic clothing in the back room. Lovely velvets and satins. Also a nice selection of silver jewelry. One of the neatest shops in Salem

This Salem store features baby clothes made with natural materials only. The best part about it is a play area for little ones, filled with soft cushions and toys. You can shop while your little one stays happy and entertained.

This is an upscale ladies consignment store located on Washington Street in Salem. You can find incredible bargains here on Louis Vuitton, Pucci, Chanel and more.

This store sells used vinyl, CD's, DVD's, and more. It is a Salem institution, and has the best prices for music I've ever seen. Skip has owned the Salem store for over 25 years, and all the employees are super knowledgable. Feel [more...]