Maxima Gift & Book Center and Maxima Hive

09/19/2026

Join us at Arlington Town Day -- TODAY!! -- until 4:30 pm! Rebecca and some of the Girl Made Market makers are here selling their handmade goods. Aviv will teach you how to make a paper flower and we have info about all our upcoming Hive workshops. Stop by and say hello! It's a gorgeous day to be in Arlington!

09/17/2026

Give your book a little sparkle! ✨ In this beginner-friendly workshop, guests will transform a book into a dazzling, rhinestone-covered treasure. All supplies are included, and no crafting experience is necessary. You bring the book or purchase one from the store right before the event. We bring the gems, glue and a great time! Family friendly event.

Join us on Wednesday, October 14th from 6:30-8:30 pm. $40 per person or bring a friend and get $5 off each ticket when purchasing two together! 📚 Visit www.maximacenter.com to register online!

The event is run by Cynthia, the founder of Slow Craft, and a 20-year fashion industry material innovation developer. Through her workshops, Cynthia brings people together to try something new l, make something beautiful, and slow down for a little while.

09/17/2026

Come find us at Arlington's Town Day this Saturday, September 19th! We'll be near the Pleasant Street and Mass Ave intersection from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm so stop and say hello! Our store managers, Sarah and Candice, will be running the booth along with some young entrepreneurs from Rebecca Saraceno | Founder & Girl Mentor | wellgirl who are ready to sell their handmade creations. Find out about our upcoming Hive events and register for workshops before they fill up! Some of the upcoming events include our Hive Jr. series for young artists, Bedazzle your favorite book, Crafting Your Girl Maker Business, Tai Chi, and more! See you on Saturday!

08/22/2026

We are thrilled to announce the return of the Maxima Hive Women’s Health Series this fall! Join us for insightful conversations and expert-led gatherings designed for women navigating midlife and beyond. Participate in our new Women’s Health Series Passport program, where you can earn stamps for attending events and unlock exciting rewards. Our first event, "The Midlife Health Check-Up," takes place on September 23. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain knowledge and connect with a community of supportive women. More events are planned for October and November, including discussions on menopause and an expert-guided book talk. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Email from Maxima Gift & Book Center and Maxima Hive Your Fall. Your Health. Your Hive. 💜   Hello Ladies! We missed you! 💜 We hope you’re still enjoying the last bits of summer. It has flown by way

08/13/2026

Which boss ?? All I know for sure is that Brian will be picking up the tab at all Maxima parties 😉

07/11/2026

✨ Calling All Young Girl Makers & Future Entrepreneurs! ✨

We already have 5 amazing girls interested, and we need at least 6 girls to make this special summer program happen! 💜

Does your daughter love making jewelry, art, crochet, soaps, cards, candles, slime, baked treats, or any handmade creations? This is her chance to turn her creativity into a real business!

Over three fun, hands-on evenings she’ll learn how to:
💰 Manage her money and time
🎨 Create her own brand, logo & business story
📸 Take beautiful product photos
🛍️ Sell her handmade products with confidence
✨ Launch her business at a Fall Makers Market at Maxima Hive!

Perfect for girls ages 9–14 who are creative, curious, and excited to build something of their own.

💬 If your daughter is interested in joining, comment: SHE IS IN!

Once we reach at least 6 girls, we’ll open official registration and get this exciting entrepreneurial journey underway!

Help us inspire the next generation of young women to create, build, and believe in themselves. 💕🚀

07/09/2026

🃏✨ Design Your Own Playing Cards! 🎨

Calling all young artists! Join us for a fun afternoon of creativity as we explore the fascinating world of playing card design.

In this hands-on workshop, kids will:
♠️ Learn the basics of illustration and graphic design
♥️ Discover the history behind classic playing cards
♦️ Explore concepts like contrast, shapes, and visual storytelling
♣️ Design their own unique face cards for an original deck!

Led by Aviv Hirsch—an Arlington artist and experienced children’s educator with a background creating museum art programs—this workshop is perfect for curious, creative minds.

📅 Thursday, July 16
🕐 1:00–4:00 PM
👧 Ages 6–10
📍 Maxima Hive
212 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA

🎨 All supplies are included! Please send your child in art-friendly clothing and with a water bottle.

Spaces are limited—register today and let their imagination take the lead!

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06/20/2026

We are trilled to have .music rocking in front of our store 🎶🎸🎤