1. Stone Zoo
City: Stoneham, MA
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (781) 438-5100
Address: 149 Pond St.
Description: Kids can’t get enough of animals? Then head north to Zoo New England’s other zoo, Stone Zoo. Brother bears Smoky and Bubba are the zoo’s star attraction and are fun to watch. The zoo volunteers stationed here are used to answering questions from kids about sibling rivalry. Don’t miss the Sierra Madre exhibit, with its cougars and jaguars, and the Barnyard attracts kids of all ages with friendly goats and sheep.
2. Stoneham Theatre
City: Stoneham, MA
Category: Tours & Attractions
Telephone: (781) 279-2200
Address: 395 Main St.
Description: One of the region’s most highly respected professional repertory companies, the theater performs 8 classic and contemporary plays during its season, which typically runs from Sept through May. Well-known pieces such as Thoroughly Modern Millie and Double Indemnity mix with more offbeat fare, such as Lumber Jacks in Love.