NOCA Holiday Stroll

Join us for a fun, festive walk full of lights, treats, and local cheer on Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th from 12pm-5pm! Enjoy the twinkling lights on Mass Ave, discover charming shops and local treats while listening to carolers stroll through the streets. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holidays with friends and family while shopping local. Don't miss out on the family fun and good cheer all along the route! HOLIDAY STROLL AGENDA 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Coat &amp; Food Drive for the Cambridge Women's Center 🧥🥫 Donate to our coat and food drive benefiting the Cambridge Women's Center to be entered to win a gift basket with items contributed by all participating businesses. Donate new or gently used coats and canned or boxed food. Earn one entry per item donated. Drop off all items at The Little Details. 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Window Decorating Contest 🏆 We have decked the halls for you! Vote for your favorite decorative shop windows and get entered to win a gift basket with items contributed by all participating businesses. Pick up voting entry forms at The Little Details. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Face Painting 🧑🏻‍🎨 Complimentary face painting at The Little Details! 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Photos with Santa at Pemberton Farms (Saturday only) 🎅🏼 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Carolers 🎶 Carolers will walk up and down Mass Ave between Pemberton Farms and Curio Spice Co. spreading Christmas cheer! 4:30 PM - 4:45 PM Pemberton Farms Tree Lighting (Saturday only) 🎄

Curio Spice Co

FREE Hot Chocolate Bar

Escape the cold and come warm up with us at Curio Spice Co. with our&nbsp;free hot chocolate bar! Sip on rich, velvety cocoa and customize your cup with your favorite toppings! Come sip, sample, and get in the cozy holiday spirit with us!

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

Escape the cold and come warm up with us at Boston Public Market's Demo Booth for a&nbsp;FREE&nbsp;Curio Spice Co Hot Cocoa Bar! Sip on rich, velvety cocoa and customize your cup with your favorite toppings! Come sip, sample, and get in the cozy holiday spirit with us!

Boston Public Market

Curio Spice Co - Spicy Challenge!

Can you take the heat?? 🌶️🥵 Come test your spice game with Curio Spice Co's FREE Spicy Challenge! Taste your way through out hottest hot sauces, pure spices, and spice blends - if you make it through the whole lineup, a special discount awaits 👀

Escape the cold and come warm up with us at Boston Public Market's Demo Booth for a FREE Curio Spice Co Hot Cocoa Bar! Sip on rich, velvety cocoa and customize your cup with your favorite toppings! Come sip, sample, and get in the cozy holiday spirit with us!

FREE Spiced Popcorn Bar

Join us at Curio Spice Co. for a free spiced popcorn bar pop-up! Explore some of our favorite Everyday Blends like versatile savory Herb Goddess, aromatic cozy Pumpkin Spice, and zingy flavorful Magic Salt! Stop by, snack, browse our beautifully curated culinary bookshop, and discover your new favorite spice!

Join us at Curio Spice Co. for a&nbsp;free spiced popcorn bar pop-up!&nbsp;Explore some of our favorite Everyday Blends like versatile savory Herb Goddess, aromatic cozy Pumpkin Spice, and zingy flavorful Magic Salt! Stop by, snack, browse our beautifully curated culinary bookshop, and discover your new favorite spice!

Spice School: Fall Series

Step into our newly renovated culinary bookstore and classroom for the debut of Curio’s Fall Spice School. In this intimate workshop, Curio’s founder will guide you through a sumptuous exploration of spice — from their origins and aromas to their transformative role in food and drink. Throughout the evening, you’ll craft your own bespoke spice blend, savor seasonal bites and drinks infused with Curio’s signature blends, and immerse yourself in the art of flavor. Your evening includes:<ul><li>An introduction to Curio’s rare, directly sourced spices</li><li>A guided journey through our Spice Flavor Wheel</li><li>Seasonally inspired grazing platters and drinks showcasing our blends</li><li>A live blending demonstration from Curio's founder and blender-in-chief Claire Cheney</li><li>Hands-on blending: create both a Curio classic and your own unique signature blend</li><li>A salon-style conversation on using spice to elevate everyday cooking</li></ul>You’ll leave with Curio’s Spice Flavor Wheel, blending recipes, and two beautiful jars of the blends you created — a lasting reminder of a wonder-filled evening. ✨ Limited to just 10 participants for an exclusive, immersive experience. Reserve your place today. What people are saying about Spice School ⭐: "I absolutely LOVED this. I give this experience an 11/10. So impressive and memorable." - Ted B. "You are brilliant, your passion and knowledge was on full display! Loved this so much, will recommend to everyone!" - Elizabeth "Wow! This was an amazing experience! What a fab experience for foodies. We will absolutely be recommending this to friends!" - Kate W. (@bucketlistboston) Class price: $85 per person Drinks and light snacks included. Tuesday November 18th, 6:30 - 8:30pm Ages 12 and up. Questions? Email us at <a href="mailto:events@curiospice.com">events@curiospice.com</a>! We will get back to you as soon as possible! Giving this class as a gift? <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0548/7922/3970/files/Lab_Class_Card_17nov23-print.pdf?v=1700255424">Download a free print-and-fold gift card here</a>. Covid safety: Please respect your fellow attendees. If you feel sick, stay home. Directions: The Spice Lab is immediately adjacent to our spice shop, at 2267 Massachusetts Ave. Metered parking is available along Mass Ave, or there is a lot at the intersection of Day Street and Herbert Street towards Davis Square if you don't mind a quick walk! Refund policy: Full refund or credit available up to 1 week prior to the event. Claire Cheney founded Curio Spice Co. in 2015 to source spices directly from small sustainable and socially responsible farms and share their stories through her unique blends. She's worked in the specialty food and restaurant industry since 2008 and has spent years hunting spices all over the globe. Curio Spice Co. has been featured in NYT Wirecutter, Bon Appetit, The Wall Street Journal and elsewhere. Curio features over 200 spices in their website and in their Cambridge MA shop and has a national and international presence through other retailers. Curio Spice is a mission driven Certified Benefit Corporation.

Step into our newly renovated culinary bookstore and classroom for the debut of Curio’s Fall Spice School. In this intimate workshop, Curio’s founder will guide you through a sumptuous exploration of spice — from their origins and aromas to their transformative role in food and drink. Throughout the evening, you’ll craft your own bespoke spice blend, savor seasonal bites and drinks infused with Curio’s signature blends, and immerse yourself in the art of flavor. Your evening includes:<ul><li>An introduction to Curio’s rare, directly sourced spices</li><li>A guided journey through our Spice Flavor Wheel</li><li>Seasonally inspired grazing platters and drinks showcasing our blends</li><li>A live blending demonstration from Curio's founder and blender-in-chief Claire Cheney</li><li>Hands-on blending: create both a Curio classic and your own unique signature blend</li><li>A salon-style conversation on using spice to elevate everyday cooking</li></ul>You’ll leave with Curio’s Spice Flavor Wheel, blending recipes, and two beautiful jars of the blends you created — a lasting reminder of a wonder-filled evening. ✨ Limited to just 10 participants for an exclusive, immersive experience. Reserve your place today. What people are saying about Spice School ⭐: "I absolutely LOVED this. I give this experience an 11/10. So impressive and memorable." - Ted B. "You are brilliant, your passion and knowledge was on full display! Loved this so much, will recommend to everyone!" - Elizabeth "Wow! This was an amazing experience! What a fab experience for foodies. We will absolutely be recommending this to friends!" - Kate W. (@bucketlistboston) Class price:&nbsp;$85 per person Drinks and light snacks included. Tuesday&nbsp;November 11th, 6:30 - 8:30pm Ages&nbsp;12 and up. Questions? Email us at <a href="mailto:events@curiospice.com">events@curiospice.com</a>! We will get back to you as soon as possible! Giving this class as a gift?&nbsp;<a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0548/7922/3970/files/Lab_Class_Card_17nov23-print.pdf?v=1700255424">Download a free print-and-fold gift card here</a>. Covid safety: Please respect your fellow attendees. If you feel sick, stay home. Directions: The Spice Lab is immediately adjacent to our spice shop, at 2267 Massachusetts Ave. Metered parking is available along Mass Ave, or there is a lot at the intersection of Day Street and Herbert Street towards Davis Square if you don't mind a quick walk! Refund policy:&nbsp;Full refund or credit available up to 1 week prior to the event. Claire Cheney&nbsp;founded Curio Spice Co. in 2015 to source spices directly from small sustainable and socially responsible farms and share their stories through her unique blends. She's worked in the specialty food and restaurant industry since 2008 and has spent years hunting spices all over the globe. Curio Spice Co. has been featured in NYT Wirecutter, Bon Appetit, The Wall Street Journal and elsewhere. Curio features over 200 spices in their website and in their Cambridge MA shop and has a national and international presence through other retailers. Curio Spice is a mission driven Certified Benefit Corporation.

Step into our newly renovated culinary bookstore and classroom for the debut of Curio’s Fall Spice School. In this intimate workshop, Curio’s founder will guide you through a sumptuous exploration of spice — from their origins and aromas to their transformative role in food and drink. Throughout the evening, you’ll craft your own bespoke spice blend, savor seasonal bites and drinks infused with Curio’s signature blends, and immerse yourself in the art of flavor. Your evening includes:<ul><li>An introduction to Curio’s rare, directly sourced spices</li><li>A guided journey through our Spice Flavor Wheel</li><li>Seasonally inspired grazing platters and drinks showcasing our blends</li><li>A live blending demonstration from Curio's founder and blender-in-chief Claire Cheney</li><li>Hands-on blending: create both a Curio classic and your own unique signature blend</li><li>A salon-style conversation on using spice to elevate everyday cooking</li></ul>You’ll leave with Curio’s Spice Flavor Wheel, blending recipes, and two beautiful jars of the blends you created — a lasting reminder of a wonder-filled evening. ✨ Limited to just 10 participants for an exclusive, immersive experience. Reserve your place today. What people are saying about Spice School ⭐: "I absolutely LOVED this. I give this experience an 11/10. So impressive and memorable." - Ted B. "You are brilliant, your passion and knowledge was on full display! Loved this so much, will recommend to everyone!" - Elizabeth "Wow! This was an amazing experience! What a fab experience for foodies. We will absolutely be recommending this to friends!" - Kate W. (@bucketlistboston) Class price:&nbsp;$85 per person Drinks and light snacks included. Tuesday&nbsp;November 4th, 6:30 - 8:30pm Ages&nbsp;12 and up. Questions? Email us at <a href="mailto:events@curiospice.com">events@curiospice.com</a>! We will get back to you as soon as possible! Giving this class as a gift?&nbsp;<a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0548/7922/3970/files/Lab_Class_Card_17nov23-print.pdf?v=1700255424">Download a free print-and-fold gift card here</a>. Covid safety: Please respect your fellow attendees. If you feel sick, stay home. Directions: The Spice Lab is immediately adjacent to our spice shop, at 2267 Massachusetts Ave. Metered parking is available along Mass Ave, or there is a lot at the intersection of Day Street and Herbert Street towards Davis Square if you don't mind a quick walk! Refund policy:&nbsp;Full refund or credit available up to 1 week prior to the event. Claire Cheney&nbsp;founded Curio Spice Co. in 2015 to source spices directly from small sustainable and socially responsible farms and share their stories through her unique blends. She's worked in the specialty food and restaurant industry since 2008 and has spent years hunting spices all over the globe. Curio Spice Co. has been featured in NYT Wirecutter, Bon Appetit, The Wall Street Journal and elsewhere. Curio features over 200 spices in their website and in their Cambridge MA shop and has a national and international presence through other retailers. Curio Spice is a mission driven Certified Benefit Corporation.

Step into our newly renovated culinary bookstore and classroom for the debut of Curio’s Fall Spice School. In this intimate workshop, Curio’s founder will guide you through a sumptuous exploration of spice — from their origins and aromas to their transformative role in food and drink. Throughout the evening, you’ll craft your own bespoke spice blend, savor seasonal bites and drinks infused with Curio’s signature blends, and immerse yourself in the art of flavor. Your evening includes:<ul><li>An introduction to Curio’s rare, directly sourced spices</li><li>A guided journey through our Spice Flavor Wheel</li><li>Seasonally inspired grazing platters and drinks showcasing our blends</li><li>A live blending demonstration from Curio's founder and blender-in-chief Claire Cheney</li><li>Hands-on blending: create both a Curio classic and your own unique signature blend</li><li>A salon-style conversation on using spice to elevate everyday cooking</li></ul>You’ll leave with Curio’s Spice Flavor Wheel, blending recipes, and two beautiful jars of the blends you created — a lasting reminder of a wonder-filled evening. ✨ Limited to just 10 participants for an exclusive, immersive experience. Reserve your place today. What people are saying about Spice School ⭐: "I absolutely LOVED this. I give this experience an 11/10. So impressive and memorable." - Ted B. "You are brilliant, your passion and knowledge was on full display! Loved this so much, will recommend to everyone!" - Elizabeth "Wow! This was an amazing experience! What a fab experience for foodies. We will absolutely be recommending this to friends!" - Kate W. (@bucketlistboston) Class price:&nbsp;$85 per person Drinks and light snacks included. Tuesday&nbsp;October 28th, 6:30 - 8:30pm Ages&nbsp;12 and up. Questions? Email us at <a href="mailto:events@curiospice.com">events@curiospice.com</a>! We will get back to you as soon as possible! Giving this class as a gift?&nbsp;<a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0548/7922/3970/files/Lab_Class_Card_17nov23-print.pdf?v=1700255424">Download a free print-and-fold gift card here</a>. Covid safety: Please respect your fellow attendees. If you feel sick, stay home. Directions: The Spice Lab is immediately adjacent to our spice shop, at 2267 Massachusetts Ave. Metered parking is available along Mass Ave, or there is a lot at the intersection of Day Street and Herbert Street towards Davis Square if you don't mind a quick walk! Refund policy:&nbsp;Full refund or credit available up to 1 week prior to the event. Claire Cheney&nbsp;founded Curio Spice Co. in 2015 to source spices directly from small sustainable and socially responsible farms and share their stories through her unique blends. She's worked in the specialty food and restaurant industry since 2008 and has spent years hunting spices all over the globe. Curio Spice Co. has been featured in NYT Wirecutter, Bon Appetit, The Wall Street Journal and elsewhere. Curio features over 200 spices in their website and in their Cambridge MA shop and has a national and international presence through other retailers. Curio Spice is a mission driven Certified Benefit Corporation.

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

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S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

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S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

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S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

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S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

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Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

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S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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Experiences

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

NOCA Holiday Stroll

FREE Hot Chocolate Bar

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

Curio Spice Co - Spicy Challenge!

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

FREE Spiced Popcorn Bar

FREE Spiced Popcorn Bar

FREE Hot Cocoa Bar

Spice School: Fall Series

Spice School: Fall Series

Spice School: Fall Series

Spice School: Fall Series