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Sunday, November 14, 2021

A Stroll along Westford Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, First Stop Were Donuts From Eric


I stopped for donuts, then scrolled up to Chelmsford Street, and then on another day, I parked at Tyler Park and walked down Westford Street, taking photos along the way.

Donut Shack
487 Westford St, Lowell, MA 

I had a wonderful long chat with the owner who has made these popular donuts for over 43 years. Not only was he interested in what I was doing and why I was taking photos but he answered all my questions. He also gave me a free donut. Thanks, Eric! In addition, he supervised me in taking the picture below.

The Donut Shack is at 487 Westford St.

I parked on Howard Street and walked along the street to Chelmsford St.

I tried to find the guy who picks up old metal, but no luck.

Two views of a newly cleared lot...I wonder what will go there.


Grand Street, facing Middlesex Street. I walked down Grand Street. This is where I had a driving lesson on a January day, learning to turn around.
I was told that the white building to the left was recently sold.
At the intersection of Westford and Chelmsford Streets, near the Raymond F. Rouke Parking Garage for those taking trains to Boston or other stops.
As I turned on Chelmsford Street, I was pleased the traffic wasn't bad at all. The major road construction has since removed the Lord Overpass.

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Cupples Square
The red and blue business and apartment complex had a fire a year ago. Work is currently being done, and I expect it to open soon. Across the street is a local favorite restaurant and Lounge.

Captain John's Restaurant and Lounge

I drove to Tyler Park, it's a great place to walk, and parking is on all four sides.

The sign shows three free summer concert schedules for the 2022 summer season.
Two free lending libraries are available. The adult one has been there quite a while, but the children's was installed last week. Twelve years ago, I visited the home of the famous landscaper of Tyler Park, Frederick Law Olmsted's House -- A Dream of A Visit in Brookline, Massachusetts. You can see how beautiful his house is by clicking on the link. 

Tyler Park is one entire block. 
Looking up Westford Street, with Tyler Park on the right.

I walked down Westford Street. The lights are at the intersection of Westford and Pine Streets.

Below is the intersection of Westford Street and Baldwin Avenue.

The Town and Country Health Care Center is at the corner of Westford and Baldwin Streets. It closed and now is a facility for women and children.
Westford St. and the old Town and Country, the road goes to Wood Street.


The old dump is to the right.

There are several complexes. The street at the end is Wood St, to the left is Drum Hill, and to the right takes you to the Temporary Rourke Bridge. This whole area used to be woods.