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Sophie Wang sitting in violin section of Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Culture
Fall concerts that will surprise and delight
Enjoy this season’s stellar lineup, including a lyrical spin on Dvorak’s Violin Concerto to the premiere of a new piece by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tania León.
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City
Free outdoor events to fuel your weekend
An all-day music festival, night market, international carnival, and kid-friendly fun await you + your family this weekend.
September 7, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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Food
🍖 Meat Time Out Market’s new vendor
We hope you’re hungry for barbecue — Blue Ribbon BBQ is opening at Boston’s Time Out Market on Tuesday, Sept.12.
September 6, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Two baskets of pretzels and a beer on a table from Harpoon Brewery.
Food
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Boston
It’s that time of year to don your best lederhosen or dirndl, eat pretzels, and enjoy local beer. Prost!
September 6, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Parkman Bandstand at Boston Common on a sunny day
Culture
Start Where We Are Earth Music Festival grows a greener future in Boston
The inaugural festival pairs live music with an eco-friendly cause at the Boston Common this weekend.
September 5, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A Cockapoo sits in front of the Charles River and Zakim Bridge
Culture
Boston Neighborhoods as dog breeds
Only one region can claim the city’s beloved Boston Terrier. Who will be top dog?
September 1, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Crowd during a concert at Roadrunner
Culture
Plan Ahead: Concerts in Boston
Sample everything from reggaeton to pure pop at concerts across the city this September.
August 31, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A singer, guitarist, and violinist perform on a stage with a sign that says "Club Passim" in the background
Culture
Club Passim’s Campfire Festival celebrates 25 years
The annual fest will reignite a passion for local folk music with four days of performances from 60+ artists.
August 31, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The You, Me, We entrance at the Boston Childrens Museum.
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Try This: “You, Me, We” at Boston Children’s Museum
We explored Boston Children’s Museum’s latest exhibition, a colorful celebration of the diversity in our communities.
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A crowd gathers at the entrance gate to King Richard's Faire which resembles a thatched roof cottage.
Culture
King Richard’s Faire returns to Carver for libations and merriment
Make haste to this year’s faire.
August 30, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
ICYMI: August Crossword Puzzle
Have you been reading your newsletters? Test your local news knowledge from the past ~30 days.
August 30, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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A lesson on Boston Public School’s new facilities plan
The new plan proposes closing many existing schools in favor or bolstering enrollment and student offerings at larger facilities.
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Massachusetts receives funding to protect right whales
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January 3, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
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Artificial Intelligence trends for 2024
There is a lot of buzz about AI these days — here are a few updates about how our community is working to develop the future of AI.
January 2, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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Real Estate
The Zodiac signs as Boston neighborhoods
💫 Find out which local neighborhood you belong in, according to the stars.
January 1, 2024
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Acadia National Park from the Beehive Loop.
Culture
How to visit National Parks for free in 2024
The National Park Service will offer free admission at all parks and associated sites for six days in 2024.
December 22, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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Events
🎆 Party like it’s 2024
From a Willy Wonka celebration to a Decades Dance Battle, there is a New Year’s Eve celebration for everyone to help ring in 2024.
December 21, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
BOStoday’s 2023 wrapped
From buzzy AI articles, to an eerie tour of a Boston landmark, here’s what our readers flocked to this year.
December 20, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
New art sculpture at Downtown Crossing
Culture
New sculptures coming to Downtown Boston
A whale of a new sculpture stroll is coming to Downtown Crossing through March.
December 19, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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How to entertain visitors in Boston
If you are expecting visitors soon, prep your planners and show them a good time with these things to do around our city.
December 19, 2023
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Jessica Burton