Palmer’s best local businesses

The 32 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

32 businesses listed5 added this month4 categories

● Updated Sep 7

What changed this month

Sep 7✓ 1984 re-checked — details verified
Sep 3✓ Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill re-checked — details verified

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Dunkin'
Cafes
Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.
1144 Thorndike St · dunkindonuts.com ↗
Falcetti Music
Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
Whether you’re eyeing a first guitar, leveling up your keys game, or finally joining that neighborhood band, Falcetti Music has the goods…
1755 Boston Rd (Springfield) · falcettimusic.com ↗
Hobby Lobby
Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.
1655 Boston Rd (Springfield) · hobbylobby.com ↗
Fenway Golf
Entertainment
Mini golf that actually makes you focus, a par-3 pitch & putt for dialing in wedges, a driving range, batting cages, and a snack bar...…
112 Allen St (East Longmeadow) · fenwayfun.com ↗
Jordan's Boarding Kennels
Pets
Whether your dog or cat needs a comfy sleepover or a serious spruce-up this week, Jordan's Boarding Kennels has been family-run since 1964…
599 Tinkham Rd (Springfield) · jordanskennels.com ↗
Mary Ann Studio of Dance
Arts & Culture
Looking for a creative outlet for the kiddo this week? Mary Ann Studio of Dance offers quality instruction, an after school program that…
937 Boston Rd (Springfield) · maryannstudio.com ↗
Shooting Star Dance Star
Arts & Culture
With 48 years of local roots and a welcoming vibe, Shooting Star Dance Center turns weeknight energy into something joyful, offering…
1196 Parker St (Springfield) · shootingstardance.com ↗
Ocean State Job Lot
Shopping
Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.
1178 Thorndike St · oceanstatejoblot.com ↗
The Black Sheep
Nightlife
The Black Sheep is serving elevated, seasonal plates with real personality, from poached colossal shrimp and lobster sliders to The…
5 Allen St (Hampden) · theblacksheephampden.com ↗

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