Nov

8

Ten Simple Reasons to Shop Locally

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Why shop local? It’s good for you, it’s good for the neighborhood, and it’s good for the economy.  Here are ten simple reasons why making just  a 10 percent shift in your spending to support local, independent businesses can have a big impact:

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Nov

2

Model Railroad Museum Open House

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Bay State Model Railroad MuseumSunday, December 6, 11am-3 pm
760 South Street (upstairs)
A hidden treasure in Roslindale, the Bay State Model Railroad Museum houses three award-winning full-scale model train sets and is only open to the public twice a year.  Admission free for kids under 12, $5 for adults.  Santa will arrive by convertible at noon and entertain kids at Birch Street House & Garden downstairs until 3 pm. Read more

Nov

1

10 Questions: A business-to-business interview with Fornax Bread Company

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Fornax Bread Co.Chris Roth, manager of The Thrift Shop of Boston, came up with the brilliant idea of featuring the faces behind local businesses by inviting merchants to interview each other. Here, Chris sits down with his neighbors Chris and Kimberly Fallon, owners of Fornax Bread Company on Corinth Street.  Read more

Nov

1

Goodbye, Boschetto Bakery

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Boschetto BakeryWe’re sorry to say goodbye to the A. Boschetto Bakery, a fixture on Washington Street since 1952 that has provided many a birthday cake to kids growing up in the neighborhood.  Owner Joe Murphy, an RVMS board member since 2006, has contributed to the Roslindale community in many ways, most notably as the man behind the hugely popular Taste of Roslindale event.  The bakery closed its doors on October 26 and the building is currently for sale.  Contact RVMS if you have any leads on potential new businesses for the site.

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