Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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JANUARY + FEBRUARY 2016 nshoremag.com | 35 Boat Club offers sailing, swimming, and more on Mystic Lake. 65 Cambridge St., 781-729- 0584, winchesterboatclub.org La Patisserie The European baked goods at La Patisserie are fabulous, and so are its cakes, breakfast, and lunch. 30 Church St., 781-729-9441, la-patisserie.com Middlesex Fells Hiking and biking trails that range from easy walks to more diffi- cult climbs over rock outcroppings make the Middlesex Fells, which is partly in Winchester, a top spot for outdoor fun. Winchester trail access at Long Pond parking lot, approximate- ly 532 S. Border Rd., fells.org Bookends Winchester A great selection of reads and community events are hallmarks of the independent bookstore Bookends Winchester. 559 Main St., 781-721-5933, bookendswinchester.com Catch a Falling Star Creativity, education, and fun are always on the shelves at Catch a Falling Star toy store. 523 Main St., 781-721-0007, catchafallingstartoys.com An Elegant Affair Elegant gifts, home décor, stationery, gour- met foods, and other items for the home make An Elegant Affair worthy of a visit. 2A Mount Vernon St., 781-721-5571, aeashops.com Winchester Optical Visit Winchester Opti- cal to find the most cutting-edge, advanced technologies, expert eye care professionals, and a huge selection of designer frames. 888 Main St., 781-729-4553, winchesteroptical.net Runway Couture You'll be runway ready thanks to the gorgeous clothing and accessories from brands like Beyond Vintage, Nicole Miller, and Angelique De Paris at the chic boutique Runway Couture. 38 Church St., 781-721-7302, runwaycouturew.com Sanborn House The beautiful and historic Sanborn House is home to the Winchester Historical Society and is available for special-event rentals. 15 High St., 781-721-0135, win- chesterhistoricalsociety.org Recess Boutique Find cozy sweaters, gorgeous dresses, fabulous jewelry and accessories, and even stuff for the kids at the sweet and stylish Recess Boutique. 41 Church St., 617-905-6538, shoprecessonline.com The Griffin Museum of Photography An exciting space dedicated solely to the photographic arts. 67 Shore Rd., 781-721-2765, griffinmuseum.org Clockwise from top, Catch a Falling Star offers both playful and educational toys, Griffin Museum of Photography, and Sanborn House is home to the Winchester Historical Society.