Tom Leyden and Marissa Mihos connect from the Revival Wellness Studio in Medfield.

Marissa Mihos is the owner and operator of Revival, which opened in 2023 on Route 109. She describes the facility as a self-care sanctuary that's designed as a place where clients can step out of reality and press pause, because we don't do that enough. Everybody needs a break in their day, and that's what Marissa has created for people.

Tom and Marissa chat about her path to business ownership, how she has become an expert in wellness and continues to build her client base while adding new services to the menu. Not only can you enjoy services that will revitalize the body and mind, you can shop for gifts from a wide collection of wellness items available.

To learn more about Revival, visit http://www.revival-collective.com and be sure to follow Marissa on Instagram - @revivalwellnessstudio

Tom Leyden chats with Lauren Buza, Olivia Li and Saoirse Prendergast previewing the Westwood Stage production of "Catch Me If You Can, The Musical"

Lauren, Olivia and Saoirse are each seniors at Westwood High School who play instrumental roles as leaders in the Westwood Stage family. They discuss how a well-known movie, featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks, has been adapted for the stage as a musical, what guests should expect and how nuances made by the directors will impact the performance - from set design to where the band will be positioned (on stage).

The trio also discuss the impact Westwood Stage has had on their lives and the responsibility they have to maintain and further develop a culture of inclusivity and support.

Performance Schedule:

Thursday, March 13 - 7:30pm

Friday, March 14 - 7:30pm

Saturday, March 15 - 2pm

Saturday, March 15 - 7:30pm

Tickets:

http://www.westwoodstage.com

Tom Leyden connects with James Masison the owner of American Event Rental, at Everything Bagel in Foxboro.

You may be familiar with James Masison's work. American Event Rental has provided the tents used for two Westwood Living events - our Spring Sunset Party at Hale Education and our Summer Bonanza at The Bean Farm.

American Event Rental specializes in tents for events, as well as everything you may need to make your party better - tables, chairs, linens, popcorn machines, cotton candy makers, dance floors, lighting, you name it.

As you plan for spring parties, get your event supplies lined up now.

To learn more about James and his team and go through what American Event Rental has in inventory, visit http://www.americaneventrental.com

Our Expert Contributor in Realty & Design, Roula Bakis, sheds some light on what to expect in the real estate market as spring approaches.

There's been a shift in the market as more people have made the decisions to buy and sell their homes. With interest rates likely to remain roughly the same in the months ahead, there's no sense "waiting" anymore for them to drop. Roula has key tips if you're thinking about buying and even better tips if you're thinking about selling. A few important, "What To Dos" in each scenario.

Also - Tom and Roula discuss the Westwood Community Chest and the upcoming Gala of Giving, scheduled for March 29 at the Norfolk Golf Club. It's a fantastic way to engage with a meaningful organization and be part of something powerful.

Learn more about Roula and her team by visiting http://www.artemisrealtygrp.com

Tom Leyden connects with Dave Fleischman, the owner of APR Physical Therapy, at the Foxboro studio - one of two studios operated by Dave and his team.

Dave Fleischman has spent decades in the field after graduating from West Virginia University and is Westwood Living's Expert Contributor in Physical Therapy. During our conversation, he talks specifically about his mission to provide concierge service for his clients and what he's learned about building the business and working together with his team.

To learn more about APR Physical Therapy, visit http://www.aprpt.com

Lauren Watson from Watson College Consulting provides some great tips for parents and students as they make plans to visit college campuses in the coming weeks.

Lauren has spent more than 20 years in the world of college admissions, on both sides of the equation - both with colleges and universities and also in high school guidance offices. She has owned and operated her own college consulting business for four years and recently became an Expert Contributor to Westwood Living, where she will regularly share her expertise and tips.

Learn more about Lauren by visiting her website at http://www.watsoncollegeconsulting.net

Tom Leyden introduces you to Leah Kofos, one of Westwood Living's newest Expert Contributors, in the field of Estate Planning and Elder Law.

Leah Kofos joined the firm of Samuel, Sayward & Baler, LLC almost a year ago. In that time, she has worked closely with families preparing them for issues related to estate planning, trusts, guardianship and probate.

Thursday, February 13, Leah is hosting a special event at the Dedham Public Library for young parents to give them a better understanding of issues they may not have thought about yet.

To learn more, email Leah at [email protected]

As the four Westwood elementary schools continue their 100th Day of School Food Drive, Tom Leyden and Maya Plotkin connect to chat about the Westwood Food Pantry and how the team serves our community.

Maya Plotkin has been a member of the Westwood Food Pantry board since 2010. In those 15 years, she has seen great growth in town, both with those in need and how beneficial the Westwood Food Pantry can be during challenging times.

This year, the Westwood Food Pantry worked together with Martha Jones, Sheehan, Downey and Pine Hill to orchestrate a fantastic 100th Day of School Food Drive, which runs through February 7, 2025. Learn more by visiting http://www.westwoodfoodpantry.org

Tom Leyden chats with Lauren Leonard and Erin Colleran about the work they've done with the Girls On The Run program and how it's expanding in 2025 to the middle school level.

Lauren Leonard and Erin Colleran are both "Sheehan Moms," who have taken their love of fitness and running and helped build a very successful "Girls On The Run" program in Westwood, which started at Sheehan Elementary and expanded to each of the elementary schools in town. This year, working together with fellow coach Christy McKenney, as well as Christine Cadigan from Orangetheory Fitness, Lauren and Erin have expanded the program to include girls from Thurston Middle School, as part of "Heart And Soul" project.

Learn more and register at http://www.girlsontherunboston.org

Tom Leyden connects with Joseph Vinci as the Westwood native gets set to play in the National Championship Game for Notre Dame against Ohio State.

Joseph Vinci is the long snapper for Notre Dame's punting unit, and has played in seven games this season, including all three of the Irish postseason wins. Notre Dame will face OSU Monday night in Atlanta for the national title, and Joseph, less than a year since he graduated from Westwood High School will be on the field wearing #96.