1. The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project sprayed for mosquitoes last night at dusk. 2. The following neighborhoods were sprayed, according to the Weston town website: ...[N]eighborhoods located north of Rt. 20 including streets in the vicinity of Concord Road, Merriam Street, Conant Road, Church Street, Warren Avenue, Kings Grant Road, and Lexington Street. Spraying will also be done near Buckskin Drive, Deer Path Lane, Highland Street, Pine Street, Winter Street, Sylvan Lane, and Bogle Street. 3. Temperatures are going to hit 100 degrees in the area today, according to multiple media …

1. Dress for the occasion Tell your guests to put on their best threads — tuxes and gowns. If Hollywood's best can dress up for the big night, why not you? So shine those cuff links, polish those shoes and load up on the bling to make the grandest of impressions. 2. Now arriving ... Buy a cheap microphone that you can hook up to your stereo system and announce your guests as walk through the door. And give it some flare with pre-made announcements: "Please welcome last year's runner-up for... " 3. Reserved seating Make sure everyone you invite has a seat... a comfortable one if possible. Once…

  Sudbury Boy Scouts Annual Christmas Tree Sale 475 Boston Post Road, Sudbury (Next to Sullivan Tire) Early Sales Hours: Nov. 25-27, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Regular Hours: Nov. 28-Dec. 24, 3:30 p.m.-9 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. weekends For more information, contact Martha Keighley at 978-443-8851. Russell's Garden Center 397 Boston Post Road, Wayland, 508-401-0001 Available for purchase now; call for prices and types. Mahoney's Garden Center 115 Boston Post Road, Wayland, 508-358-7333 Types: Balsam Fir, Frasier Fir, Noble Fir, Grand Fir, Black Hill Spruce, Scotch Pine, Colorado Blue Spruce …

1. Verrill Farm 11 Wheeler RoadConcord, MA 01742            978-369-4494      info@verrillfarm.com  All pies are 10" and serve 8-10 people Apple Pie - with crumb topping 14.95 Apple Raspberry Pie - apples and raspberries, crumb topping 14.95 Apple Mixedberry Pie - apples, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, 14.95 Apple Cranberry Pie -apples and cranberries, crumb topping 14.95 Apple Rum Raisin Pie - apples with Bacardi Rum-soaked raisins, crumb topping 16.95 Pumpkin Pie - decorated with pastry leaves 14.95 Pecan Pie - a favorite 18.00 Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Pie - pecan …

Sudbury Community Food Pantry Meeting Schedule: Open for food distribution Tuesdays andThursdays Time: Noon-2:30 pm Meeting Location: Basement of Our Lady of Fatima Church Telephone 978-443-9705 There are approximately 75 active volunteers in the Food Pantry. Pierce's Pantry — A Gluten-Free Food Bank Email: info@piercespantry.com Mail: PO Box 182, Wayland MA 01778 Anyone who has celiac disease or a medically diagnosed celiac intolerance is eligible for gluten-free emergency assistance. Acton Community Supper The Food Pantry is located in Building #1, Lower Level in the Boxborough Office Park …

Verrill Farm Order your fresh Thanksgiving turkey at Verrill Farm and you may be the winner The name will be chosen at random from their orders and they'll surprise the lucky winner at the time of pick-up. These birds are raised and processed without any additives or preservatives and are juicy and delicious. They are available in 2-pound increments, from 10-12 pounds to 28-30 pounds. Natick Community Organic Farm NCOF raises 180 turkeys every year. They are fed organic grains from their day of hatching and allowed to roam and graze on the Farm’s organic pastures. Dressed turkeys weigh …

Pollock Bros. Tree Services, Inc. Phone: 781-894-3141 (Weston, MA)              978-263-3373 (Acton, MA) Fax: 978-369-3262 E-mail: info@pollocktreeservice.com Price: $325 per cord; no delivery charge for Wayland deliveries Pickard Farm Phone: 978-486-4141 155 Great Road, Littleton, MA http://www.pickardfarm.com/CordWood.html 6-month seasoned firewood $280.00 per cord 2-year seasoned firewood $350.00 per cord Delivery available; call for rates Pick up available; ask for details when you call Fontaine Tree Experts, Co. Phone: 508-481-6711 Location: Marlborough Email: FontaineTree@aol.com $325 …

Eastern Coast Costume (aka J+N Joke Shop) 329 Moody St., Waltham 781-647-1175 The buzz: The store is easily accessable on Waltham's famous Moody Street. But if you don't have time to make the drive, don't worry. All in-stock orders placed online before 2 p.m. Monday through Friday will ship that day. The Costume Company 489 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington 781-643-9422 The buzz: This store has everything from Roman/Medieval to masquerade & 18th century, 1920s/1930s, 1980s and more. More than 3,000 costumes for customers to choose from. iParty 321 Worcester Street, Natick508-650-8811 The buzz: …

Hanson's Farm 20 Nixon Road, FraminghamPhone: 508-877-3058Hours: Mon - Sat, 9am - 6pm; Sun, 9am - 5pm; The buzz: Hanson's Farm offers a large crop of pumpkins and gourdes, Native corn and corn stocks to help decorate for Halloween. There are many activities to do with the family. Besides the produce that is for sale, one can also go on a hayride to see the live farm animals. There is also a corn maze to go through while visiting the farm. Hanson's Farm has been a working farm since 1715. Pickard Farm 160 Great Road, LittletonPhone: 978-486-4141Hours: Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m…

1. Honey Pot Hill Orchards 144 Sudbury Road, Stow, MA978-562-5666 THE BUZZ: Now picking Macouns, MacIntosh, Cortand, Empire, Red Delicious and Bosc Pears. Cash and check only at pick your own and much of the orchard, ATM in the farm store. Visit the Farm store, hedgemaze, tunnelmaze and farm animals open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cider donuts, caramel apples, apple & pumpkin pie and soft serve ice cream also available. Weekend hayrides from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekday hayrides from noon to 5 p.m. 2. Shelburne Farm 106 West Acton Road, Stow, MA 978-897-9287‎ THE BUZZ: Orchard and apple shop are …

Creating the right floral arrangement for an occasion can be satisfying and expressive — and on top of that is the delight in giving something beautiful. Floral shops in the area abound, and these are some of our favorites.  Leiby's Garden & Flower Shop 430 Boston Post Road, Weston 781-893-9121 Located in downtown Weston, this floral shop has something for everyone. Twillingate Gardens & Flower Shop 136 Hudson Road, Sudbury 978-443-6643 Sudbury's oldest flower shop, in a rural setting, offers delivery and pick-up for custom fresh and silk arrangements.  My Passion Flower 92 Boston Post Road, …

Taqueria El Amigo 196 Willow Street, Waltham This informal, small eatery will give you a taste of taquerias in Mexico - and note it's cash only. Sierras 470 North Road, Sudbury  In business for over 20 years, this restaurant welcomes all to enjoy some after-work, famous margaritas. Acapulcos 694 Boston Post Road, Sudbury The original location of five Acapulcos in the area, this restaurant and bar has been in Sudbury for more than nine years.  Viva Mexican Grill & Tequileria 15 East Plain Street, Wayland This is the second restaurant of owner and chef Carlos Mendez, where patrons find …

Ye Olde Cottage 403 Boston Post Road, Weston This old-fashioned diner has been a Weston institution for decades. Here you'll find basic breakfast items like pancakes and eggs, and lunch items like sandwiches and salads, as well as never-ending coffee. Willy's Phillys 45 Main Street, Maynard For hoagies, cheesesteaks, chicken steaks and roast beef sandwiches — and a place to sit. Willy's has been in business since June 2008 with new ownership as of last fall, and it continues to be a town favorite. Friendly's 457 Boston Post Road, Sudbury The author loves Friendly's, as does everyone in her …

Kappy's Fine Wine & Spirits 474 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Kappy's is a large store with a broad selection of wines, including some great deals. They also stock a great variety of ports, liquors, vodkas, tequilas and rums. Kappy's is the recipient of the 2011 Regional Reader's Choice Awards. MacKinnon's Sudbury Wine Warehouse 15 Concord Road, Sudbury Locally-owned MacKinnon's sells wine, beer and liquor. They frequently feature craft beer tastings — a good place to go if you are looking for unique beer brands. Post Road Liquors 44 Boston Post Road, Wayland Post Road Liquors has it all — a warm…

Whether you've been riding your bike all summer and need to fix it up, or you haven't ridden it at all and need repairs to take advantage of the remaining temperate weeks, these shops can do the job. Frank's Spoke 'n' Wheel 119 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Frank's is a shop for general repairs and store for accessories, new bikes and clothing. Also come here to find information about local clubs and events. Frank's has two other locations in Waltham and Westborough. ATA Cycles 93 Thoreau St., Concord In Concord and Cambridge, ATA are specialists in high-performance road bikes. They are equipped …

Getting in shape is relative. Depending on who we are, how old we are and what our bodies need, we may step it up by indulging in fitness training or just by going for a 20-minute walk in the woods. Even within each of these activities there are different levels of difficulty. Check out our short but wide-ranging list of local businesses that can help you establish a new active routine. These businesses provide classes to increase circulation, keep ligaments and muscles supple, and maintain a comfortable weight.  Walden Wellness 144 North Rd. #1650, Sudbury Specializing in yoga of varying …

Cloud Nine Toys 337 Boston Post Road, Sudbury This is a large, independent toy store that sells all kinds of toys - from action figures and hobby tools to Legos and puzzles to costumes and kites. The question is not "Will you find something to give your kids?" but "What will it be?" Learning Express Sudbury & Acton 250 Great Road, Acton and 515 Boston Post Road, Sudbury The Learning Express, which serves several towns in Massachusetts, has toys for young kids through pre-teen age that are mainly of the educational variety. Puzzles, books, interactive games, creative kits and more are …

My Passion Flower 92 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Plant life beautifies our homes and offices, but some arrangements are so special they can genuinely fill the role of any sculpture or photo. Pop by My Passion Flower to see what artistic living pieces you can take home with you. Mango Tree Artisans 410 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Explore the beautiful display of handcrafted jewelry, gifts and folk art, sourced with respect to fair pricing. Accents include lanterns, mirrors, rugs and wall adornments. Mango has a great selection of affordable earrings to suit teens to adults. Gallery Seven 7 Nason …

Brine's Sporting Goods 615 Boston Post Road, Sudbury Brine's is a Massachusetts sporting goods store, with two other locations in Belmont and Concord. Brine's in Sudbury is well-known among families and can set you up with equipment for field sports, general exercise apparel, running shoes and swimwear. Maynard Outdoor Store 24 Nason St., Maynard The Maynard Outdoor Store is a place you can't miss while walking in downtown Maynard. It's large and usually has some goals and clothing racks outside. The store sells general sports equipment, clothing, accessories and outdoor apparel and at good …

Sudbury Computer 7 Oak St., Sudbury For small and medium business and residential needs, Sudbury Computer offers an array of services from installation, troubleshooting, and even printing assistance. House calls available. Wayland Computers 101 Old Farm Road, Wayland For personalized services, call Wayland Computers and schedule an appointment or over-the-phone assistance. Geek Boutique 69 Main St., Maynard For new and used computers and computer parts as well as service. Computers include PC and Apple. Geek Boutique also has a Hudson location. Pyramid Technology Services 10 Riverbank Road, …