As a Trustee member, I am so happy that this park is included on my membership. I enjoy walking…read morearound and exploring the sculptures and going for a walk. You might want to make sure that they are open for regular hours before heading out there. There was one time we drove there and were informed that they were closing early because of a wedding was taking place. We weren't even allowed to do a quick drive around although they were closing in an hour and there were many visitors around. Lesson learned and I planned ahead by checking their website for future visits.

Im bummed that it too this long for us to visit, but Im so glad we did! A very easy drive from…read moreBoston, we got there early on a fall Saturday morning. You pay your entrance fee, park your car, get your map from the giftshop and your off to explore the grounds and the art it contains. We spent about 2 hours wandering and it was such a fantastic experience. Im glad the items were tagged so we could learn more about each piece and the artist. The pictures just dont do justice to the beauty, serenity and scope of the grounds. The staff was very friendly. There is a small gift shop and café on the grounds. It never felt crowded. Will definitely be back!

We attended a wedding here. The grounds were beautiful and the building was clean and well kept…read more The atmosphere was very classy.

I attended several of this year's holiday events. This place is a gem & so is the Director,…read moreVictoria.

Saltbox catered our wedding in rural Vermont a few weeks ago, and my husband and I (as well as our…read moreguests) couldn't be happier! My husband and I are both vegetarian and good food obsessed, so when we first started planning our wedding, we knew good food was a top priority. It was important to us to have a vegetarian wedding that was delicious and vegetable-focused (and not just boring pastas or tofu steaks). We also knew that lots of our guests were meat-eaters and we wanted to make sure everyone walked away excited about the food. Well, Saltbox completely pulled it off. They worked patiently with us at every step. We gave them the adjective "Ottolenghi-esque" at the beginning and a few other notes about our taste, and they ran with it from there, delivering a draft menu that was amazing and then revising it according to our feedback. Throughout, they were easy to work with and extremely professional, and they pulled off of the details on the day beautifully, with everyone leaving happily stuffed and thrilled. (They even accommodated our gluten-free and dairy-free guests with delicious alternatives.) The waitstaff was also fantastic and helped ensure that my husband and I got enough to eat amidst all the busy-ness and dancing. Now, just a few weeks later, we are constantly hearing from friends and family about how great the food was (the best they've ever had by some accounts), asking for Saltbox's name, and remarking about how they completely forgot that they were eating vegetarian for the night because every dish was so delicious. I have been to lots of weddings and frankly, most of the food is not memorable. Saltbox's food absolutely was.

My wife and I attended a class last night and it was so much fun! And very impressive how they can…read moremake so many courses with a group of 8 people. It was really well organized and they explained everything to a very basic level. Plus, the food was awesome!

This past Sunday I hosted a baby shower at Acton Woman's Club for my sister. It was great! We felt…read moreit was so much better than a restaurant or VFW. It just felt more intimate and thoughtful. You can either rent just the downstairs area (up to 35 people I think), or you can rent out the entire house (up to 75 people). We rented out the whole house: the downstairs which had a living room area, dining area, full kitchen, and bathroom. And upstairs, which was a big open room that we used for the main hosting. There is also an elevator lift accessible. One of the nicer things about this place is that there is an additional staircase going from the kitchen right up to the main room upstairs (butler's staircase), so it was super easy to bring food up that way without getting into anyone's way. We set up the food tables right along the wall to that entrance. The building is old and charming with furniture pieces and lighting to match the age of the house. It's very well kept and cared for. We had about 45 guests and just about everyone commented on how nice the place was! I think my family will definitely be keeping this place in mind for future events. The woman who was in charge was so nice and kept in contact with us very well via email throughout our booking time with any questions we had. I absolutely recommend Acton Woman's Club for any parties or events you may have!

On May 21st, we held our anniversary party at the Acton Women's Club -- we rented the entire house,…read moreboth upstairs and downstairs, for our 50-60 guests coming from far and wide to celebrate. It was very impressive how many people commented, as they arrived, on how wonderful the setting was -- "How did you find this place?" It has a lot of charm and a bit of quirkiness thrown in for flavor. Reasonably priced, conveniently located, and managed by members of the Club who were readily accessible and accommodating. We had a great night and much of the mood was provided by the ambiance of the AWC. Wholeheartedly recommend choosing this location for gatherings!

Had a fun experience at Cary Hall seeing American Idol legends Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard…read more I had no idea that this venue with so much history was right in my backyard. It was built in the 1920s, and the character still oozes from the building. They've made some renovations, but have kept it mostly original which I appreciate. The actual chairs are still everywhere expect for the orchestra seating, and they are sooo comfy. Trivia question: The seats have a wire rack underneath, what was it used for back in the day? Shout out to one of the ushers for this fun question. (I won't spoil the answer). Now, because it is historic, there are some things it doesn't have. One being no screens like at most concert venues. This wasn't too big a deal since the hall is not huge, but something to point out. Also can't bring food or drink inside the space to protect its historic value, which didn't bother me to be honest. This hall is also nice because due to the size, there really isn't a bad seat in the house. The side balconies aren't head on with the stage but it didn't seem to be an issue. I sat in the loge and for being furthest away, I had a clear view. They also had a cash bar in the foyer with drinks and snacks. I liked this venue because it was a quaint space, and it felt like I was going to a live theater, rather than a huge concert. It's classy and makes for a fun night out. I would love to come back and see the Lexington Symphony play here.

I had a wonderful time last night seeing Corrine Bailey Rae. The staff were supper helpful and…read morewelcoming. My only complaint is that the seats are small and uncomfortably close. It was very invasive sitting next to a stranger and our legs and arms were rubbing up against each other. Luckily my seat mate was nice, but not what I would expect of front row seating. I was uncomfortable the entire show.

My wife and I chose the Concord Scout house to be the venue for our wedding reception because of…read moreits proximity to Boston, affordability, and beauty. With the help of the small staff that runs the non-profit that cares for and rents out the building, we could not have asked for a more perfect place to host our guests and celebrate. The building itself used to be a barn, and was made into a building for scouts early in the 20th century. As such, it is gorgeous inside: the support beams and trusses are exposed, and they keep the floor in stunning condition for the dancers who rent the building several times a week. Along the sides of the building, the two-story windows cast a perfect light in the room. As a venue for our reception, we were comfortably snug at about 110 guests. The tables and chairs for that many fit fine, but leaving room for a dance floor, a bar, and a buffet was a challenge. It would be a gorgeous venue for a wedding ceremony, but we couldn't fit both wedding and reception with that many people. With 50 or 60 guests, it would have done perfectly. They have enough chairs and tables for all of our guests, as well as a stage you can use. The administrator, Lois, was very easy to work with. She communicated with me clearly and gave us good suggestions on how to best utilize the space. The two staff members who cleaned before and after the party were very helpful as well. We were very pleased with the whole experience, and our guests raved about how great the venue was. We would absolutely book another event here.

This is a great maker space right in the town center of Weston. I've now made espadrille shoes, a…read morewool bag, laser-cut coasters, a trivet, cards, gelli plate crafting and a few other items. The teachers are SUPER easy to understand and also very patient. I felt comfortable asking questions and actually barely needed to ask anything as instructions have always been clear and organized. I've also attended a couple evening events here, as well as a couple craft fairs. For a small venue it definitely has a lot to offer.

It's the second time that the classes I have registered for have been canceled and the calendar on…read moretheir website is not updated. It still shows the class you registered for being on schedule. The walkway was not shoveled, made it all the way for the class, almost fell on the walkway only to be told the class was canceled and the staff was unapologetic and rude.

My now husband and I had our reception at Exchange Hall on 11/12/16 and we couldn't be happier for…read morechoosing this venue! From the rich history of the building itself (which has been preserved beautifully)to very knowledgeable owners ( Peggy and Glenn) whom made our wedding reception planning a breeze. We would highly recommend this venue for any event! Peggy was very accommodating and extremely helpful during our planning and organized our vendors so we didn't have to. And if that's not enough both her and her husband Glenn even helped us decorate as well as clean up after the wedding was over! Who does that?! We still hear praises from our weddings guests about how gorgeous Exchange Hall is and how much they enjoyed the atmosphere. Look no further, Exchange Hall is not only gorgeous but is run by very talented owners! Bravo!

From the owner: This grand historic building features a beautiful 2,200 sq ft open dance hall, with seven foot tall…read morewindows and a fourteen foot high ceiling. The Ballroom has been used for parties, classes, lectures, and public dances since 1860. When planning a wedding, bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, anniversary, birthday party, dance, fundraiser, or other special occasion the Ballroom and the Victorian Room are available to rent for an afternoon or evening. The Victorian Room accommodates up to 40 people and the Ballroom up to130 people. All function rooms are accessible by elevator.

Everything was outstanding. The food was top notch - loved the French onion soup, arancini, and…read morethe porterhouse for 2. The service was among the best we've had (shout out to Paula) - the focus was on our experience, not just serving a meal. Start to finish, our evening at Post1917 in Lexington was perfect. Side note: almost the entire menu is gluten free (and delicious).

I was here for an event. The food was quite flavorful and the servers were fantastic. The place was…read morea bit inaccessible for those with mobility needs and extremely loud. I couldn't hear people at the table let alone the rest of the event. The server asked how I wanted the steak, which was fine. They didn't serve it even close to how it was requested and it wasn't worth trying to have a discussion or question it given the environment. In a small group it might be better. Perhaps there will be another visit in the future.

Beautifully executed house by Gropius is a must see for architects or anyone interested in…read moremodernism. It is very well maintained, and the guides are well informed.

We stopped in today hoping for a tour and wow did we get a tour!!!!…read more Our wonderful docent David was beyond knowledgeable about the home and its occupants. He was a pleasure to listen to and he was extraordinarily patient as we took photos and asked questions. This is a home with some gorgeous furniture and art in the Bauhaus style. The home is artfully and thoughtfully decorated by Walter's wife and daughter after his passing. What a wonderful legacy to leave to the public who can learn and appreciate a time of simple pleasures and classic style. This is a well worth the money...it's comprehensive but still highly engaging. We found it stunning in all aspects. Highly recommend!!!