September Events: What to Do This Month in Boston

September is here and fall is just around the corner! And just because summer is coming to an end, doesn't mean the events in the Boston Metro Area will be too. In fact, the month of September will host many local festivals and celebrations in the city, from a carnival in Cambridge to a music festival in Jamaica Plain to the South Boston Street Festival. 

The following events are all FREE and just a few of many ways to welcome in the new season in Boston:

Jamaica Plain Music Festival
Saturday, September 6, 2014; 12 PM to 7 PM
Pinebank Field at Perkins St and Jamaica Way
Jamaica Plain

The fourth annual Jamaica Plain Music Festival kicks off this Saturday with 21 bands on two stages. What's more, this is a truly local event as at least one member of each band has to have lived or worked in Jamaica Plain. Attendees can expect great music, food trucks, local vendors and businesses, and even activities for the kids.

Cambridge Carnival
Sunday, September 7, 2014; 12 PM to 7 PM
Parade will end on Main St. between Vassar and Ames
Cambridge

This local event will go on rain or shine to celebrate its 22nd year. The Cambridge Carnival was originally started to celebrate African traditions and this year will feature family-friendly activities like face painting, story telling, arts and crafts and a special costume parade.

South Boston Street Festival
Saturday, September 13, 2014; 11 AM to 5 PM
East Broadway between I and L Streets
South Boston

Another great music festival including performers from the local Woods School of Irish Step Dance in South Boston. Not only is this event free, but the Southie Shuttle will be giving away free rides to and from the festival. 

Boston Local Food Festival
Sunday, September 14, 2014; 11 AM to 5 PM
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
Boston

This annual free outdoor festival showcases local restaurants, food trucks, farmers and organizations specializing in healthy food from New England. There will be food samples, cooking demos, and tips on eating locally. The Boston Local Food Festival is geared toward healthy lifestyles and will be a zero-waste event, recycling and reusing 90 percent of their waste.

Contact me today for more recommendations in the Boston Metro Area and to chat about the local real estate market!

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Boston's Best: Shopping Districts

From specialty boutiques, to high-end stores, to sprawling shopping malls, you’re never too far from filling your retail fix in Boston. Whether you’re in search of a unique piece to add to your wardrobe or the latest kitchen gadget to prepare tonight’s meal, there is a multitude of shopping centers within immediate reach. If you just feel like window browsing and enjoying the last few weeks of summer, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor shopping in the area as well. In order to prep you for your impending trip to Boston, here’s a quick roundup of places to add to your “must-see” list.

The Shops at Prudential Center

Prudential Center is the place to go if you’re looking for a last-minute ensemble for a night on the town. High-end stores like Chanel, Gucci, and Saks Fifth Avenue dominate this shopping center, yet make way for specialty shops like Teavana, Yankee Candle, and Vera Bradley.

Newbury Street

Once you buy a home in Boston, I’m confident Newbury Street will become one of your go-to destinations for shopping and dining. This picturesque, outdoor shopping district has everything from home goods, to salons and spas, to cafés, to apparel and shoe stores. This eight-block stretch in the Back Bay is certainly a place you’ll want to visit more than once, so manage your time accordingly!

CambridgeSide Galleria

This indoor shopping center has a beautiful waterfront location in Cambridge. Conveniently located on the T, CambridgeSide Galleria is easily accessible by public transportation and offers a wide variety of stores including Best Buy, Macy’s, Sephora, J. Crew, and H&M. Casual dining options like the Cheesecake Factory and California Pizza Kitchen will satiate any hungry shopper’s appetite.

With this knowledge under your belt, you should be fully prepared to indulge in a bit of retail therapy once you arrive in Boston. If you’ll be in town this weekend, you’re in luck. You’ll enjoy tax-free shopping and extended store hours at many places in Boston. If you’re planning to buy a home in Boston this summer, there’s still time to get settled just in time for the school year to begin. As your Boston real estate agent, I’ll make it a priority to help you find the perfect home or condo in one of Boston’s vibrant neighborhoods. I look forward to connecting with you when the time is right!

Ken Snyder
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro
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