By kk Medieval-style tea sets embedded with blue and golden frames, white porcelain plates dotted with bellflowers stacked on the shelves, classic necklaces stringed with Mahjong…Stopping by to see vintage items that you may have never seen in your life, you will be wonderstruck into a wonderland where roses are blushing and creeks murmuring. “Well, […]
by Paige Hill Tired of the city? In need of some fresh air and green space? Join Branch Out on October 28th for a private tour of the Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain! Arnold Arboretum encompasses 281 acres and is owned by Harvard University and the City of Boston. It is the main gem in the Emerald Necklace, a chain […]
By Sam Nelson Cover Photo: More Than Words Bookshop All photos courtesy of Sam Nelson Active citizenship calls people to engage with and become involved in their communities at all levels, and the national movement to “shop local” is a great way to do this. Independent bookstores are part of the campaign to shop locally, […]
by Paige Hill Spring break is a much needed reprieve from the routine of classes, work, and internships. Many students return home, travel, or remain on campus during the week, but Alternative Service Breaks (ASB) provides an exciting opportunity to visit somewhere new and engage with a community. ASB is a weeklong service learning opportunity […]
By Kaylee Wang When I was young, I was hollered by my mom out of bed and dragged to the same old bookstore where I had to sit and read whatever for the whole morning, every single Sunday. Today, bookstore may sound like an amusement park to kids. A lot of thin books in handy […]
by Nobel Chan DREAM is a Boston-based organization that works with children from low-income families, aiming to reduce the opportunity gap between them and higher-income households. Every Saturday, Boston University students bring kids to campus to participate in a variety of activities, including hip-hop dance lessons, basketball games, and arts and crafts – teaching children important […]