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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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Interior of Courtyard Tea Room at Boston Public Library
Food
Spot of tea, Boston?
Check out the afternoon tea service at the Boston Public Library. 🫖
December 5, 2022
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Sara Frazier
"Boston" letters at City Hall Plaza
Culture
Boston’s Municipal Equality Index score
Why our city earned a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index. 🌈
December 5, 2022
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Sara Frazier
Holiday lights at Quincy Market
Culture
12 Days of Boston
It’s Christmas time in the city.
December 2, 2022
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Jessica Burton
Inside-out globe at the Mapparium
Arts
5 museums for your Boston bucket list
Spend chilly winter days at one of these unique local exhibits.
December 1, 2022
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Mila Raque
Truck driving Christmas trees
Culture
Where to buy Christmas trees in Boston
From Fraser to Balsam firs, here’s where to buy a real tree for the holidays. 🎄
December 1, 2022
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Sara Frazier
Boston skyline with an orange hue in the sky
Culture
Locals featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 List
Here are some young leaders with Boston ties on the annual list of trailblazers.
November 29, 2022
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Sara Frazier
Man with yellow glasses standing by a bike
Culture
5 questions with Boston’s “Streetscape Curator”
We’re talking local architecture with Matthew Dickey.
November 29, 2022
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Sara Frazier
MGM Music Hall outside of Fenway Park
City
What to know for the 2022 Earthshot Prize
Boston is ready welcome the royal visitors this week.
November 28, 2022
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Jessica Burton
People walking down sidewalk across from Tatte in Boston
Events
Boston’s “Meet Me In The City” tourism campaign
Consider this your sign to shop and support businesses downtown.
November 23, 2022
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Sara Frazier
View of Boston skyline over the BU bridge
Culture
5 Boston table topics for the holiday season
We’re dishing some niche, local topics for your family gatherings.
November 23, 2022
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Sara Frazier
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The table of free backpacks from the ANS backpack giveaway in 2022.
Events
Back to school backpack giveaway in Mattapan
Save the date and stock up on school supplies at the second annual ANS Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 19.
August 9, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Car parked and tailgating in front of Gillette Stadium
Culture
Your game plan for events at Gillette Stadium
Are you ready for this football season to kickoff? Here’s your guide to attending games at Gillette Stadium this year.
August 9, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Head to Southie for a space monkey-themed pickleball experience. | Photo provided by PKL
Culture
Where to play pickleball around Boston
🏓 Whether you’re just entering your pickleball era or are a seasoned pro, take a swing at this trending sport at one of these locations across Boston.
August 7, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Is there anything better than oysters with a bit of lemon juice? | Photo by BOStoday team
Food
Celebrate National Oyster Day with local deals and events
We’ve rounded up six National Oyster Day happenings for you to enjoy.
August 3, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
mount greylock, visible over orange and yellow trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Boston
These are three of our favorite local accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.
August 3, 2023
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Trevor Peters
The Aeronaut Allston beer garden.
Events
Your guide to Rat City Arts Festival
Rat City Arts Festival is happening this weekend. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
August 2, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Blue Bird Mobile Dessert Bar.
Culture
Mobiles businesses are on a roll around Boston
These local businesses are making moves around our city. We’re rounding up some wheel-y cool ones.
August 2, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The new Mighty Squirrel biergarten outside of Quincy Market.
Culture
Mighty Squirrel opens two biergartens
These seasonal biergartens are the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy a local brew or two in the sun. Pro tip: Both are dog-friendly.
July 31, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The new Fenway venue will host the awards ceremony.
Events
Plan Ahead: Concerts in Boston
As we welcome August, we’re ready to rock out at these concerts happening across our city over the next ~30 days.
July 31, 2023
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Jessica Burton