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A new mural in the Seaport that reads "Remember: going through it is often how we get to the other side of it."
Culture
Inspiring new mural in Boston’s Seaport
See the colorful new mural from poet Cleo Wade at the intersection of I-90 and Congress Street.
May 17, 2024 11:17 AM
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Jessica Burton
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Food
Local chef to compete on “Top Chef” in March
Watch Valentine Howell Jr. turn up the heat when the newest season premieres on Wednesday, March 20 at 9 p.m.
February 13, 2024
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Jessica Burton
The cast of "Pretty Woman: The Musical" poses onstage, with a backdrop featuring signs and scenery that depict a stylized Rodeo Drive
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🎶 “Pretty Woman” coming down the street to the Emerson Colonial Theatre
“Pretty Woman: The Musical” will run at the Emerson Colonial Theatre Tuesday, Feb. 27-Sunday, March 3.
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A bookshelf next to a window at Beacon Hill Bookstore.
Small Business
3 new bookstores in Boston
The city is all booked up — read up on three new bookshops in the works for Beacon Hill, Davis Square, and Dorchester.
February 9, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A hand wearing rings holds a slightly charred chicken wing in front of a plate of wings, celery, and ranch.
Culture
8 wing superlatives in Boston
Cheap wings, fried wings, spicy wings, whole wings — however you plan to watch the Big Game, we know one of these local wing spots will make it even better.
February 8, 2024
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Dayten Rose
Fenway Park sign on a sunny day.
Culture
Red Sox to play ball with new Netflix series
Two upcoming projects are in the works for the popular streaming service. Here’s what you need to know.
February 7, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A box of paczki from DJ's Market
Culture
Place your paczki orders at DJ’s Market
If you’re looking for paczki’s around Boston head to the Dorchester market.
February 5, 2024
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Jessica Burton
The entrance to the Africa Meeting House on the cobblestone sidewalk.
Culture
Black History Month events in Boston
Book up your February calendar with events from the City of Boston, Boston Public Library, and a film series to honor Black History Month.
February 5, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Sleek wooden tables and booths are set and empty in restaurant Artisan Bistro
Culture
Valentine’s Day dinner specials around Boston
Eat your heart out at these specials.
February 2, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Outside the entrance of Boston Children's Museum
City
Free admission to museums for Boston Public Schools students
Mayor Wu launched the “BPS Sundays” program at the start of February.
February 2, 2024
A spring time view of the Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary with pink and purple wildflowers.
Culture
Meet the Official Groundhog of Massachusetts
Move over Phil — Ms. G is ready to make her annual predictions.
February 1, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A picture of actress Ayo Edebiri, wearing a red vest and holding a mellet, looks through a hole in a kitchen wall.
Culture
Welcome to the age of Ayo Edebiri
On the heels of two major award wins, get to know the Dorchester actress and writer.
January 31, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Three children in winter coats jump on an inflatable bouncy platform at Boston Common.
Culture
Plan Ahead: Winterfests near Boston
Free, family-friendly adventures await in Boston, Quincy, and Revere.
January 31, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A snow covered park in the North-End.
Culture
ICYMI: January 2024 crossword puzzle
Test your knowledge on local news and happenings from the past month with this crossword puzzle.
January 30, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Three Photo Of The Year Contest Finalists.
Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Find out which stunning snap was the favorite among BOStoday readers.
January 29, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
Street view of the storefront for Savenors Market in Cambridge.
Culture
Max cancels show about Julia Child
The TV show following the story of the French Chef has been canceled after two seasons.
January 26, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Inside Boylston Station, where a large rectangular sign reads "Boylston: Theatre District" above a black bench, pay phone, and trash can, with an old orange streetcar in the background.
Culture
Where to have a good cry around Boston
Our guide to the best spots to visit when you need to turn on the water works.
January 25, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A plate of food topped with leafy greens from Comfort Kitchen
Culture
James Beard Award announces the 2024 semifinalists
Boston turned up the heat this year with one Best New Restaurant nomination, two Outstanding Wine Program nominations, and seven Best Chef: Northeast nods.
January 24, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 24, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
A golden Labrador Retriever sits atop a wooden picnic table next to a brown cocktail and a metal tray containing brisket, cornbread, and smoked meats.
Culture
Big Pig Barbecue makes tails wag at Park-9
The indoor dog park + bar in Everett welcomes Big Pig Barbecue for the winter.
January 23, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A small, square gray shop with a sign over a glass door that reads "THE HALF COOKIE" and other signage that reads "GOURMET STUFFED COOKIES" and "FRESHLY BAKED COOKIES."
Culture
The Half Cookie bakes a new era at the Current
The gourmet bakery brings a pop-up shop to the Seaport this winter.
January 19, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A young actress playing Annie sits on a stage next to a dog lit up by a light with the background of a bridge and run down buildings.
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Experience “Annie” at the Boch Theatre
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Inside the Matthews Arena and the empty ice hockey rink.
Culture
History of the Boston Arena
🏒 Skating through the history of the world’s oldest ice hockey arena, which you can still visit in Boston.
January 18, 2024
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Jessica Burton
An orchid plant in bloom inside a greenhouse, with multiple flowers that are pink with yellow and white in the middle.
Culture
Botanical gardens and greenhouses to visit around Boston
Refresh your winter with orchids, citruses, and pitcher plants at these indoor oases.
January 17, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Boston's skyline with heart-shaped map pins over various locations.
Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
For Valentine’s Day, we made a Proxi map of love stories submitted by our readers, including romantic tales at Source Restaurants and Boston College.
January 16, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A rendering of the upgraded Boston Public Library Faneuil Branch
City
Boston Public Library Faneuil Branch $14 million glow up
The Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library will reopen to the public on Thursday, Jan. 25 in Oak Square.
January 16, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A pop-up sauna on wheels pulled up to the Rowes Wharf Plaza
Culture
Warm up at these pop-up saunas in Boston
Consider this your sign to book a sauna session or cold plunge in the city.
January 16, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Bronze sculpture on Boston Common
Events
Things to do on MLK Day in Boston
Celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Three drinks in the Seaport Mocktail Crawl.
Food
Sip for a cause in the Seaport
The Seaport neighborhood has created a cocktail + mocktail crawl to support Boston-based nonprofit 826.
January 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Bill Belichick speaks into his headset on a football field in front of many Patriots players.
Culture
Bill Belichick parts ways with the Patriots
The longtime coach of the New England team has “mutually agreed to part ways amicably” after 24 years with the Pats.
January 11, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
The lobby of the Boston Children's Musuem
City
Is Boston the best place to raise a family?
With multiple programs and initiatives, the City of Boston sounds like a great place to grow up. What do you think?
January 10, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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