Who planted this seed?

Why is this important?

What can we expect?

• Enhance the visitor experience with upgrades to the visitor center, a new splash pad and two-story pavilion at Frog Pond + more benches and alternative seating.
• Diversify recreation opportunities by adding new basketball courts, an enclosed dog park, and an expanded playground.
• Deploy Common-wide improvements like planting more trees, adding new stages + podiums, and creating additional pathways for easier navigation.
• Restore and clarify the 11 park edges and entrances (including the Shaw 54th Memorial + Park Street Station) with clearer signage.

• Community Forum: Southie Then and Now | Thu., Oct. 13 | 6-7 p.m. | Boston Public Library, South Boston, 646 East Broadway, Boston | Free | Join Artist Jared Katsiane for a community forum to discuss the challenges of community growth — featuring listings of South Boston housing organizations and other resources.
• Demi Lovato: Holy Fvck Tour | Thu., Oct. 13 | 8 p.m. | MGM Music Hall at Fenway, 2 Landsdowne St., Boston | $46.50 - $146.50 | See the “Sorry Not Sorry” and “Heart Attack” singer on her seventh concert tour.
• Hike Boston: Horse of Course Program | Thu., Oct. 13 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Boston Common, 131 Tremont St., Boston | Free | Meet a Boston Park Ranger horse + learn about their role in the park and how they are cared for.

• Ziwe | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston | $26.00 - $50.00 | See the writer, comedian + internet star at the rescheduled show.
• Brookline Booksmith Ribbon-Cutting Celebration | Fri., Oct. 14 | 5-7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 289 Harvard St., Brookline | Free | Attend the opening celebration of the Coolidge Corner bookstore’s expanded space.

• Taste of Allston | Sat., Oct. 15 | 1-4 p.m. | Jackson Mann Plaza, 500 Cambridge St., Boston | Free | Try local food from vendors like Lulu’s, Pon De Joy + Flatbread Company at the 25th annual foodie event.

• Pumpkin Decorating Class & Cocktails | Mon., Oct. 17 | 5:30-7 p.m. | High Street Place, 100 High St., Boston | $45.00 - $50.00 | Celebrate the best of fall with pumpkin decorating (lasts longer than carving) while you enjoy a cocktail.

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• Tatte Bakery & Cafe is now open at Assembly Row in Somerville. It is now the chain’s 21st location in the Greater Boston area — see all the coffee spots for sippin’ here. ☕

• The upscale mini golf company Puttshack is opening its Seaport location (58 Pier 4 Blvd.) on Wed., Oct. 19. There will be craft cocktails, globally inspired dishes + music from local DJs in the ~26,000 sqft space. ⛳

• The International Skating Union World Figure Skating Championships will return to Boston in a few years. TD Garden is hosting the event for the second time from March 24-30, 2025. Glide toward more details. ⛸️

• Applications are open for the city’s 2023 Youth Development Fund fall grant, which will distribute a total of $1.5 million to local non-profits. The yearly grant supports organizations that work with Boston youth and adults ages 10-25.

• Boylston Properties is using a $300 million loan to refinance part of the Arsenal Yards development + finish work on the Watertown retail storefronts. A KinderCare child care center is set to open in early 2023 — see the full business directory. (Boston Business Journal)

• The trailer for “Spirited” is out now, and we spotted some local landmarks like Bell in Hand Tavern, Devonshire Street, and the South Shore Plaza. The holiday movie comes out in theaters on Fri., Nov. 11 and on Apple TV+ on Fri., Nov. 18. (WCVB 5)

• The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem is hosting a pop-up experience called “The Salem Witch Trials: The Towne Sisters.” Visit Witch City to view rare + authentic documents detailing how the Towne sisters experienced the witch trials. The exhibit is on view through Mon., Nov. 28.

• Brookline Booksmith is starting a Queer Book Club. The free meetings will be held the first Monday of each month + no registration is required. The first book pick? “Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl,” which the club will discuss on Mon., Nov. 7. 📚

• Yelp released a list of the Top 100 restaurants in New England. Seven of the spots are located right here in Boston, including Carmelina’s in the North End, Cafe Bonjour downtown + Tawakal Halal Cafe in East Boston. 🍽️

• SoWa has announced the dates for its annual Winter Festival. Mark your calendars for South End holiday shopping from Nov. 25-Dec. 11. Here’s a taste of what to expect. ❄️
• The Boston Athenaeum has several events planned to celebrate its full reopening next month, including a concert with the Black arts institution Castle of our Skins (Thurs., Nov. 17) and an opening reception for the Luminous Books exhibit (Tues., Nov. 29).

• GetWindstream released its annual report of the most popular horror movie villains in each state. Patrick Bateman from “American Psycho” spooked Bay Staters even more than Chucky, Pennywise, or Michael Myers.

• Our online store Six & Main is now featuring Livtopaint, a Boston-based clothing + accessory business highlighting artwork inspired by vibrant food, cocktails, and wine. The Halloween prints are a must this season. Start shopping locally now. 🛍️
• Throw it back to lunchbox fluffernutter sandwich days with the original marshmallow product that was invented right here in Somerville. Yes, we’re talking about the OG Marshmallow Fluff that dates back 100+ years. Give in to your inner child, order a jar, and check out these recipes.*

• Voter registration deadline | Saturday, Feb. 24 by 5 p.m. at City Hall, or 11:59 p.m. online
• In-person early voting | Saturday, Feb. 24-Friday, March 1
• Vote-by-mail ballot request ends | Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m.
• Accessible ballot request ends | Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m.
• In-person Election Day voting | Tuesday, March 5 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. (see polling locations)

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Plus, Saturday and Sunday at various locations from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.