Monday, February 11, 2013
We have a lot of snow on the ground, which begs only one question - Where can we go sledding?
After a rather dry winter last year, the snow is finally back in New England. The big blizzard this weekend left Burlington with about two feet of snow - and perfect sledding conditions. In a 2011 story we asked readers for suggestions for sledding spots in Burlington. Readers suggested Simonds Park on Bedford Street and behind the Marshall Simonds Middle School on Winn Street. In another story, it was suggested people avoid sledding on the hill at St. Margaret's Church on Winn Street. According to Burlington Fire Lt. John Skinner and Police Officer Jim Tigges sledders are injured at this location rather frequently. "That is a dangerous hill," Skinner said, for two reasons: the height of the hill and the way the parking lot is plowed. …
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Marshall Simonds Middle School
114 Winn St, Burlington, MA
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Simonds Park
1 Bedford St, Burlington, MA
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Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Tell us your favorite sledding spots in the comments section below.
After a rather dry winter last year, the snow is finally back in New England. A fast-moving, weekend snowstorm left Burlington with at least five inches of snow Saturday night -- and perfect sledding conditions. In a 2011 story we asked readers for suggestions for sledding spots in Burlington. Readers suggested Simonds Park on Bedford Street and behind the Marshall Simonds Middle School on Winn Street. In another story, it was suggested people avoid sledding on the hill at St. Margaret's Church on Winn Street. According to Burlington Fire Lt. John Skinner and Police Officer Jim Tigges sledders are injured at this location rather frequently. "That is a dangerous hill," Skinner said, for two reasons: the height of the hill and the way the …
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Simonds Park
1 Bedford St, Burlington, MA
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Marshall Simonds Middle School
114 Winn St, Burlington, MA
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Saturday, January 22, 2011
Get out and enjoy the snow, try a new recipe and check out a youth wresting tournament this weekend.
The weekend has finally arrived! The only question that remains, what to do? Here are some suggestions we've found for things to do in Burlington: For more things to do today, check out our Events page.
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Burlington High School
123 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA
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Real School of Music
56 Middlesex Tpke, Burlington, MA
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Saturday, January 15, 2011
A look at what is happening in Burlington this weekend.
The weekend has finally arrived! Here at Patch we looking forward to it, as always. The only question that remains, what to do? Here are some suggestions we've found for things to do in Burlington: For more things to do, check out our events page.
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Barnes & Noble Booksellers
98 Middlesex Tpke, Burlington, MA
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Borders Books & Music
6 Wayside Rd, Burlington, MA
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The Used Book Superstore
256 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA
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Presbyterian Church of Burlington
335 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Staying home from work or school today? Not sure what to do with your free time? Burlington Patch has 10 great activities for you.
The big blizzard weather forecasters have been predicting all week is finally here, the schools are closed, and you’re at home for the day. Not sure how to spend your time today? Woburn Patch has some ideas for you! No matter how you choose to spend your time today, make sure to keep checking back with Woburn Patch as we update you on closings, cancellations and all the news happening in the city.
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Marshall Simonds Middle School
114 Winn St, Burlington, MA
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Mary Cummings Park
29 Blanchard Rd, Burlington, MA
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Simonds Park
1 Bedford St, Burlington, MA
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Snow means dangerous driving conditions, opportunity for fun.
"Five Things You Need to Know Today" is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the new feature in the comments section. Today is Tuesday, Jan. 11. Here are 5 things you need to know: For more things to do today, check out our Events page.
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Burlington Public Schools
123 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA
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Jane McIninch
2:41 pm on Monday, February 11, 2013
I wish they had made the fences around the baseball fields at lower Simonds removable, so they could easily take them out during the winter and reinstall before the baseball season in the Spring. This way, the kids don't bump into them when sledding. It hurts the kids and breaks the fence. more ›