Scanning Old Photos Like Crazy with my new Plustek Scanner
A client sent me a very generous gift card, so I bought something I’ve been wanting for a long time–a ...
Hear Me Out: Homemade Pasta is Easy and a Dinnertime Game Changer
I recently learned how to make homemade pasta, and it’s so easy and absolutely amazing. Hear me out: homemade pasta ...
All My Resource Stories: Your Complete Guide to Central Massachusetts, through January 2025
I was just thinking–I wonder how many Resource Stories I’ve put together since starting my newsletter in 2023. I think ...
We Went Candlepin Bowling, of all things, at American Flatbread!
We recently went candlepin bowling, of all things, at American Flatbread at 85 Green Street in Worcester. It started because ...
Free Holiday Light Displays in Central Mass
Sparkly lights are so much easier on someone else’s house! Check out this list of free holiday light displays in ...
I Heart Local History: Historical Society Presentations in Central Mass
I’ve always been fascinated with local history and learning what our small towns and cities were like during their formation ...
Holiday House Tours 2025
I love holiday house tours…touring nice houses, admiring their decor and getting ideas for projects I may or may not ...
Thrift, Consignment and Vintage Clothing Shops in Central Mass
My first introduction to thrift, consignment and vintage clothing shops was one on Main Street in Gardner, according to a ...
You’ve Probably Never Heard of NARM, but it’s Pretty Exciting
Jay and I were recently in Newport for his birthday. If you’ve been reading my newsletter all these years, you ...
Jen Shenk Client Appreciation Event: Free Photo Mini-Sessions
I’m excited to offer a free opportunity for my clients and referral sources by hosting a client appreciation event with ...
Introducing The Westminster Strummers
SUBMITTED STORY I started by taking a ukulele class at Mount Wachusett Community College. I had missed the first session ...
A Night for Excellence: Community Night Out Tickets Available Now
A Night for Excellence: Community Night Out Tickets Available Now! The Ashburnham Westminster Foundation for Academic Excellence is one of my favorite ...