Free festivals, small business news & more in your community!

Welcome to this week's edition of Community Connections!

This newsletter's mission is to highlight small businesses and bring people together while encouraging community connections.

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Small Business Spotlight:

Craft Beer Cellar in Plymouth

Discover the Plymouth alley that feels like a speakeasy adventure!

From the store's unique entrance to its impressive selection of beer and wine, you'll feel like you've stepped into a different time and place by using this temporary entrance to a local small business! To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Community Event of The Week:

Swing On The Common in Quincy

Swing into fun at this free festival!

From food trucks to lawn games, this family-friendly (free!) festival has something for everyone to enjoy! To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Weekly Wildlife:

Black Bears are Back in Massachusetts!

Do you know what to do if you encounter one?

With beautiful black bears returning to the wilds of Massachusetts, it's important to know what to do if you ever come across one. Don't worry, we've got you covered with a few helpful tips to keep you safe! To learn what to do if you encounter a bear, check out the full article by clicking here.

21+ Event of The Week

Beach Yoga in Quincy

Are you ready to soak up some sun while getting your zen on?

Look no further than beach yoga! Alright, so this event isn't technically a 21+ event as there is no age limitation, but as it's mostly an adult event, I couldn't pass up highlighting it! This is the perfect way to unwind and recharge while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the sandy beach and ocean breeze. To learn more about this calming and rejuvenating experience, check out the full article by clicking here.

Local Eats & Treats

Farfar's Ice Cream in Duxbury

A historic & beloved ice cream shop is back for its 44th year!

This local small business still uses recipes that date back to Hood ice cream's original days! To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Family-Friendly Event of The Week

Spring Carnival in Kingston

Exciting rides, fun festival food & family-friendly games!

If you're looking for a night of family-friendly excitement, look no further! Kingston's Spring Carnival is free to attend and offers something fun for everyone. To learn more about this family-friendly event, check out the full article by clicking here.

Community Chatter:

Sala By Fratelli's in Quincy

A local dessert bar is saying goodbye... for a little while!

If you're a fan of delicious sweet treats and homemade goodies, be sure to check out this fun dessert bar before they close its doors in less than a month! To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

Explore Your Community:

Farmers Markets on the South Shore

The ultimate guide to the best farmers markets on the South Shore!

If you're looking for a place to let your kids run wild while you shop, or you're just a fan of supporting local farmers and their fresh produce, then this guide to local farmers' markets has got you covered! To learn more and how to participate, check out the full article by clicking here.

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