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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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Culture
Where to buy used books in Boston
Fill your basket here with thrifty literary buys.
May 14, 2024
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Katy Kostakis
A ice cream cup outside of Toscanini's.
Culture
Massachusetts is getting an Ice Cream Trail
We’ve got the scoop on a new tourism trail guaranteed to give you a sugar rush this summer.
May 13, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A photo of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia with large buildings the background, trees and a tram in the foreground.
Culture
Boston’s Sister Cities
These eleven cities share Boston’s diverse culture.
May 10, 2024
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Katy Kostakis
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Culture
Make your own perfume at Olfactory NYC on Newbury Street
Work with the team of scentologists to customize your own personal perfume.
May 9, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A sunny day at the Ashmont Hill Yard Sale with shoppers browsing in a yard with a tree.
Events
Treasures await at the 44th annual Ashmont Hill Yard Sale
Explore the neighborhood and hunt for fun finds at Ashmont Hill Yard Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 9, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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History
A quick history of Mount Auburn Cemetery
This well-known cemetery in Cambridge was founded in the 1830s.
May 8, 2024
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Katy Kostakis
A street in the Back Bay, lined with parked cars.
Culture
Block party grant applications available
Want to host a block party in Boston?
May 6, 2024
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Katy Kostakis
A DJ playing for a crowd at JP Porchfest.
Culture
Porchfest season is just turning up
Here’s what you need to know about community Porchfests and how to participate.
May 6, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Mint juleps in metallic cups.
Culture
Derby Day in Boston
Trot over to one of these local events for the most exciting two minutes in sports.
May 2, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A wooden table with a frozen-margarita in a pineapple next to a pink cocktail from Pink Taco.
Culture
Five places to sip margaritas in Boston
Cinco de Mayo is Sunday, May 5, so save this list of five margaritas to order this weekend.
May 1, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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Sports
The Celtics and 617 Day
Could they win the NBA finals on 617 day again?
June 16, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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City
Save the date: First annual City of Belonging festival
Boston will host 50+ community-led events to shine a light on global art and culture this month.
June 14, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Bostonians walk + run along a waterway in the Emerald Necklace
Travel and Outdoors
The Emerald Necklace: Explore some of the most historic parks in the US
The 1,100-acre chain of parks and parkways dates back to the colonial period.
June 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The dining room inside Le Mari on Newbury Street.
Food
Le Mari opens on Newbury Street
The new Mediterranean-influenced restaurant is now open in Back Bay.
June 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
"The Embrace" bronze memorial of arms hugging on Boston Common
Culture
8 Juneteenth events in Boston
Here are eight ways to celebrate Juneteenth around the city of Boston this week, from a panel event to a community picnic.
June 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Three PWHL Boston players glide on the ice with a ref in front of them.
Sports
PWHL Boston beefs up its roster
Boston added six new players to the team in this year’s draft.
June 11, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The play slope in City Hall Plaza in Boston.
Events
Boston will host its first International Day of Play
The city will provide free games, activities, and crafts in City Hall Plaza on June 11.
June 7, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
The water in the Mirabella Pool on a cloudy day.
Culture
Take a dip in these pools around Boston
Caution: You’re about to enter the splash zone. Take a lap around one of these public pools in Boston.
June 7, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Union Square Donuts
Culture
7 of Boston’s best donut shops
It should come as no surprise that the birthplace to Dunkin’ is also home to some of the country’s best donuts.
June 6, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto