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250 ANNIVERSARY Events for February 2026 – A BIG YEAR FOR AMERICA!
Here’s a snapshot of 250th anniversary (America 250 / MA250) events in Boston and the surrounding area this February 2026 as part of nationwide celebrations marking 250 years since the founding of the United States…
TD BANK NORTH
TD Bank North is the former name of today’s TD Bank, N.A., the United States subsidiary of the Canadian-based Toronto-Dominion Bank Group, one of the largest financial institutions in North America. It traces its roots back to the early banking landscape of New England and grew through a series of mergers and acquisitions….
IGLOO DINING
Winter in Boston doesn’t mean retreating indoors for the season. In fact, some of the coziest dining experiences happen right in the heart of the cold…
JEWLERY STORES
There is something special about stepping into a jewelry store that feels personal, inspiring, and full of possibility…
It’s February, and that means one very important thing… candy. Lots of it.
Sure, Valentine’s Day gives us a perfectly good excuse to indulge around the 14th, but let’s be honest, we never really need a holiday to enjoy great treats. Sometimes a box of chocolates, a nostalgic sweet, or a perfectly wrapped candy is celebration enough.
January 2026: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
We hear so much about self-care, well-being, exercise, healthy diet...
Journaling and Affirmations
We promised ourselves we would start the year feeling a little calmer and more relaxed.
Historic feature Samuel Lincoln:
Samuel Lincoln House and Related Early Lincoln Homesteads in Massachusetts
Pirate Ships
Pirate ships were the backbone of piracy from the 1600s through the early 1700s, often called the Golden Age of Piracy
Let’s keep it simple in 2026 (at least in the beginning).
For our January newsletter, we invite you to take a little trip back in time to when life moved at a slower pace and shopping was an experience, not a chore.
250 US anniversary events in January 2026:
Let’s hear it for America! This year, 2026 marks our 250th Anniversary! There will be more events as the months go on but for January....
ENCORE CASINO, EVERETT MASS
If you’re looking for a fun escape that mixes excitement with upscale charm, Encore Boston Harbor is your playground….
MUFFINS
With all the TV shows celebrating our favorite comfort foods — from French pastries to British bake-offs and classic American diners — it’s hard not to crave something warm, sweet, and homemade. And this time of year, nothing hits the spot quite like a good old-fashioned, made-from-scratch muffin.
OLD CINEMAS
We’re movie buffs — just like so many of you who still love the magic of sitting in a darkened theater, popcorn in hand, waiting for the lights to dim….
SHOPPING MALLS: WHY GO TO THE MALL?
Sometimes you just need a little change of scenery — and the mall is the perfect spot. Especially during New England’s cold or rainy days, it’s a warm, bright place full of energy that can lift your spirits….