A Local's Guide To Natick

After moving around half my life, I settled in Natick and consider it my adopted home. Just 15 miles west of Boston it is easy to get to by commuter rail or car and has lots of reasons for you to come for a visit. Since I can't guarantee I'll be home when you stop by, here's a local's guide to some of the things to do while you are in the neighborhood.

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Morse Institute Library
A beautiful blend of old and new, if you are a fan of history and architecture spend some time wandering the levels learning about the contributions Natick's citizens have made to our nation's history. The building looks like a church but the only thing to worship here are books. Check website for ongoing free activities and events.
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Casey's Diner
Back behind the library and around the corner is Casey's. Home of the best hot dogs on earth. No frills, low cost, great fun and a tasty treat. It is an institution in Natick and people returning home from long distances often make Casey's their first stop.
No frills, low cost, great fun and a tasty treat.
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The Center for Arts in Natick
Just off the center of town, Natick has a gem of a performing arts center hosting everything from open mics to dance lessons to plays. But TCAN's live performances from local and national acts across all genres are generally the biggest draw.
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Five Crows
Speaking of art, Natick supports its local artists. Located in the center between the library and TCAN, Five Crows emulates this perfectly by selling hand crafted jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, wood carvings, paintings, textiles and many other mediums of gifts created by local artisans. So you can stop by and take a piece of Natick ho... More >
Speaking of art, Natick supports its local artists. Located in the center between the library and TCAN, Five Crows emulates this perfectly by selling hand crafted jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, wood carvings, paintings, textiles and many other mediums of gifts created by local artisans. So you can stop by and take a piece of Natick home with you or just browse this shop that looks more like a gallery.
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Sassamon Trace
There's Always Time For Nine - as the saying goes at Sassamon Trace, Natick's municpal 9 hole executive length course. Built in 2001 it is a great course to learn on, fit in a quick round or to tune up your swing. Twilight rounds available too.
Built in 2001 it is a great course to learn on, fit in a quick round or to tune up your swing.
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Crowne Plaza Boston-Natick
After a full day of fun stay the night at the Crowne Plaza located minutes away from the Mass. Pike but convenient to Natick Center. They have stylish rooms, free WiFi and a great brunch on Sundays. More
After a full day of fun stay the night at the Crowne Plaza located minutes away from the Mass. Pike but convenient to Natick Center. They have stylish rooms, free WiFi and a great brunch on Sundays.
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About the Author

Molly G.
Molly G.
Molly G. grew up moving all over creation, starting off in the Carolinas and making her way through the Jersey Shore, the banks of Lake Erie, Upstate New York and New England. Since she hates to pack she has put down roots in Boston, despite the fact that she despises winter. However, that moving bug is hard to shake so she solves the problem by traveling instead. She’s had a job in the real world crunching numbers for a Financial Planner for 17 years but shares her photography and thoughts about books, music, movies, travel and the Red Sox on The Bumbles Blog in a joint venture with her husband. She saves her best travel posts for UpTake.
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