For this week's Patch Picks, we've spotlighted the restaurants that you nominated as the most romantic ones in Woburn.    TreMonte: Cyndi commented that the restaurant and bar has a "wonderful atmosphere and incredible food!"  Beacon Grille: The restaurant's manager publicized the "exquisite" food that staff will serve this Valentine's Day in a "romantic atmosphere."  Select from our daily menu or indulge in one of our Valentine’s features, including heart-shaped lobster ravioli and 25 oz. New York strip loin for two. For those in the mood for a cocktail, our bartenders have created original …

For this week's Patch Picks, we asked you to tell us which bars, restaurants or local organizations are right for people who might be uninterested in the Super Bowl but happy to go to a party. Here are your picks, as well as some from us:  Woburn Patch reader Krista Guenin recommended that people hang out at GENESIS Community Church. "The game will be on on 3 large screens, but most people will probably just be hanging out, eating delicious food and socializing. All are welcome!"  Scoreboard Bar & Grill is throwing a tailgaiting party from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. It costs $12 to eat from the buffet…

February Vacation at Boys & Girls Club When/Where: Tuesday, Feb. 21 through Friday, Feb. 24, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm / Boys and Girls Club of Woburn, 1 Charles Gardner Ln, Woburn, MA |Get Directions »  Why Go: Children in kindergarten through fifth grade can hang out all day doing arts and crafts, swimming, playing sports and games and going to the Museum of Science.  Cost: $95 to $160, depending on the number of days enrolled. Click here for the registration form.  Stone Zoo  When/Where: Monday, Feb. 20 to Friday, Feb. 24, 11 am to 2 pm / 149 Pond St., Stoneham Why Go: See up close how coyotes …

Shannon Sevier was the one and only Woburn Patch reader who responded to this week's Patch Picks question: "Where in Woburn can you find the best hot chocolate?"  She said that Dunkin' Donuts' mint hot chocolate was her favorite.  Woburn Patch editor Danielle Masterson nominated the hot chocolate from Starbucks or Panera.  Now, what does everyone else think? Let us know in the comments section. 

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list this week is compiled of... well, Local Editor Danielle Masterson's favorite places to get coffee in Woburn because no one else suggested any! Feel free to add any places we missed in the comments section. Patch Picks: The Best Coffee in Woburn Starbucks Dunkin' Donuts Whole Foods The Restaurant Panera Bread

There are several coffee houses in Woburn, each with its own characteristics and crowd.  Which one serves the best coffee? It's often a contentious question among city dwellers, given peoples' different tastes for a light or dark roast, straight black or mocha. But it's one, we think, worth asking.  So tell us in the comments section where you get your favorite joe for this Thursday's Patch Picks column.

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: Four Things You are Looking Forward to in 2012 in Woburn The re-naming of the Washington Street Post Office after Officer John "Jack" Maguire. Recreational upgrades to city parks, facilities, as well as the addition of skating at Library Park. …

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: New Year's Eve Irish-American Club, 147 Main Street Woburn Moose #1214, 4 Federal Street Sons of Italy, 168 Lexington Street The Brickyard Restaurant, 371 Main Street Scoreboard Bar & Grill, 15 Middlesex Canal Park

Each week, Woburn Patch will highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—Where can we celebrate New Year's Eve in Woburn? You name the place, we want to hear it! Provide your answers in the comments section below today, and on Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch Picks.

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: New Year's Brunch The Restaurant Bickford's Woburn Country Club Masa

Going out to brunch on New Year's Day is a tradition for many people who celebrated late into the night, slept in and are either too tired to prepare a meal or want the festivities to keep going.  So tell us, from your experience, what are the best places in Woburn to eat a late morning meal?  Or, if you will in fact be having brunch at home, what are the best recipes to make for your family and friends who've slept over?  We'll compile the suggestions into Thursday's Patch Picks column.

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: Woburn's Top Florists Malvy's — the clear winner by readers! Hillside — another fan favorite!

Each week, Woburn Patch will highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—Who are Woburn's top florists? You name the place, we want to hear it! Provide your answers in the comments section below today, and on Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch Picks.  

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: Where To Buy Christmas Trees in Woburn McCue's Garden Center Woburn Kiwanis Heimlich's Nurseries Paris Brothers Farm Russell Farms And for those of you who prefer an artificial tree, there is always Target, Lowe's and A.C. Moore!  

Each week, Woburn Patch will highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—Where do you buy your Christmas tree in Woburn? You name the place, we want to hear it! Provide your answers in the comments section below today, and on Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch Picks.

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: Woburn's Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes Trader Joe's Pumpkin Cheesecake Trader Joe's Green Bean Casserole Thoughtful Eats' Boozy Pumpkin Pie - check back Saturday for this one!

Each week, Woburn Patch will highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—What are your favorite Thanksgiving recipes? Turkey? Vegetables? Pies? You name it, we want to hear it! Provide your answers in the comments section below today, and on Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch Picks.

Welcome to Woburn Patch’s weekly feature called Patch Picks. This column highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  Our list is compiled of suggestions from Patch fans on Facebook and the site, as well as recommendations from our friends in town. Patch Picks: Three Non-Profit Organizations In Need Council of Social Concern St. Anthony's Church Outreach Program Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care

Each week, Woburn Patch will highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—Which non-profits or food banks are in need this holiday season? Provide your answers in the comments section below today, and on Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch Picks.