Pick-ups are scheduled to the minute, lest the crusty, aromatic oeuvre sog. Emma's operates in a universe where pizza is sacramental. Henry Bear's Park at the corner of Standish Street is kinder-heaven. Inside, the shop carries books, crafts, stuffed animals, puzzles, games, and construction-gizmos, including Rokenbok systems, with which a child can drive you out of house and wallet. Full Moon is the perfect kind of restaurant for this neighborhood - informal, friendly, slightly funky.
Wine is served.
Desserts are scrumptious and old fashioned. Fresh Pond Clay Works is one of my favorite ceramics galleries. It's small, peaceful, and subdued, with a selection from some of the best potters in the Boston area. Generally, the work of a dozen artists is on view. The pottery is carefully arranged, with ample space between objects, and nothing is behind glass, or in cases, or hard to touch.