Robert Daley, founder and owner of South Hills Art Center, is primarily a portrait artist. He worked for many years as a freelance portrait artist before buying this gallery in Brookline. Daley now teaches classes in oil painting techniques and much of his work is hanging in his gallery. Daley also still paints custom portraits.
Tap into your artistic side at Color Me Mine, where you can pick out a piece of pottery to paint in the store's pleasant and calming studio. The store caters to both kids and adults. Color Me Mine offers a number of private party and school event options.
You never know, the next Picasso could get his start here. Drawing and manga classes for budding artists -- children and young adults alike -- are held here. Private instruction is also available.
This art mecca is set up in a bright purple house with a Mona Lisa door, right at the start of 1 Boston Post East. There is a large parking lot out back. This shop features certified framers and has walls covered in those little right angle frame samples. It also has a shockingly wide selection of local and regional art and artistic gifts and jewelry. Little porcelain fish with human faces, sand art and sterling charms are just a few examples. This place is sprawling and all the art is for sale. Post Road also holds seasonal art shows.
At Mr. Ticket in Wilmington, tickets are available for events in New England or worldwide. They carry tickets for concerts, theater, Las Vegas shows, Broadway and of course, sports. Discounts are available for season ticket purchasers. Tickets are also available through their Web site, though visiting their location will allow a knowledgeable staff member to help figure out exactly the right event and price.
Phil Cohen, owner and operator of home-based Cohen productions, specializes in DJ entertainment services for Bar and Bat Mitvahs.
This studio is located on Main Street in Avon. Head dance instructor Miss Robin has been providing instruction for 16+ years, specializing in ballet, pointe, tap , jazz, acrobatic, hip hop and lyrical jazz. Through encouragement and practice, students build self esteem and physical fitness, showing off their talents in a yearly recital. The studio also accepts students for summer camp. Private lessons and birthday parties are available.
Fun & Games offers a huge selection of arcade games, prizes and laser tag. There are three birthday party rooms, accommodating between eight and 16 children. Visit its website for virtual tours of each area. Fun & Games is located off Route 9, behind Legal Sea Foods.