Princesses (still) Rule – 11/04/21

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Meet local entertainers who are bringing magic to kids and families, dressed as princesses, clowns and other fun characters.

Also on the cover, meet artists, watch art in progress and get hands-on with crafts along the Route 3 Art Trail, p. 16. Elevate your picnic experience with a new Bedford-based company, p. 27. And find guaranteed laughs at a comedy show this weekend, p. 36.

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