new england: all things from the "bulwark against the kingdom of the anti-christ"
Anyone shop at Aroma Joe's?
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Help! Where should I go?
Hi all! I'm sorry as I'm sure you get a lot of posts like this, but I thought I would try anyway!
I'm going on a road trip in a month or two (probably either in May or June). I'm most interested in Vermont and Maine because they look beautiful and I also want to enjoy some weed while I'm up there. I'm looking for both a cool city experience, like walking around street markets, getting some good food and shopping in local boutiques and seeing architecture, as well as a nature experience either in the mountains, on the coast, in the forest, etc, just somewhere really tranquil and not too busy where I can enjoy a beautiful view, do some photography, and sit and do some painting and playing my guitar.
What has the best mix of a cool city with some awesome peaceful nature nearby?
I've looked at Acadia (seems too busy for my liking, and not much of a city), Portland, and Burlington, but I know there's some lesser known places or maybe you guys might know which city would be best for me! Thanks so much.
Specific questions regarding Salem, Boston, Falls River and Gloucester - staying in Swampscott- feel free to judge my Itinerary as well.
We are visiting September 17th-September 21st, staying in Swampscott with a focus on Salem. We're from Texas.
Primary interests: Creepy history & ocean view.
My Itinerary so far is below the questions. Feel free to comment. Also all the times I have listed for when things are open are for September. I kept them in there for other people's reference if they need it.
Since we're coming in September and will be renting a car, will parking in Salem be feasible. I'm seeing prices like $1.50 an hour in the garages. Is that about right?
We will be heading to Falls River to do a tour of the Lizzie Borden B&B and see the Graves. Where should we go for lunch in Falls River before we head to Boston?
On Saturday our Plane leaves at 6pm. We want to drive up the coast from Swampscott to Hammond Castle early using 127. Will we have nice Ocean views on the way? Suggested ocean view stop offs? We have never seen the Atlantic before.
Any suggestion for lunch in Gloucester after castle? Something New Englandy with an ocean view?
What is the saltiest state in New England?
By salty, I mean like its culture is nautical, by the sea, and ocean-based, if anyone knows what I mean. I know that the order of states with the most ocean coastline go in the order of Maine, Massachusetts, and then Rhode Island (not including Connecticut which technically only has tidal shoreline or New Hampshire which has very little coastline at all). But that is not really a good way to tell for such reasons as, for example, Rhode Island is much smaller overall compared to Maine meaning that it is not really a fair comparison. If anyone could provide any ideas, it would be much appreciated. Thank you!
Does anyone have experience with a trip each before and after Columbus Day? What are the pros and cons of each time?
I know that a lot of stuff closes after Columbus Day. How badly will this affect our experience? What places/things are usually still open after Columbus Day?
We want to start in Montreal and want to stay there during Columbus Weekend (to avoid Columbus Weekend in the US and so we can do the drive South-North and kind of "follow" the foliage if that makes sense). Unfortunately, I just found out that the Canadian Thanksgiving is also on that weekend... Will there be things to do in the city (restaurants/museums) or will everything be closed on that weekend?
I'd love to hear your inputs! Thanks!
Passionate about climate change? So am I! Let's talk action.
I'm sure everyone has been seeing the same headlines that I have. Climate change is reality, and the only way to offset the tremendous impact it will have is through decisive action. I'm a Rhode Islander and as the 'Ocean State,' Rhode Island tremendously vulnerable to the effects of rising sea levels, desalinization, and other climate changes. That said, these effects will absolutely be felt and amplified across New England.
So, let's discuss what we each--as individuals and as a collective--can do in our lives and communities to be part of a climate solution!Do you know of state resources others might not know about? Community resources? Community groups?
If you're interested in more of this, I've created a subreddit r/RhodeIslandActivism. It's geared towards RI, but hopefully there will be discussions and resources that could be more widely applicable.