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37º | Sunny | 6% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:12 a.m. | Sunset 4:28 p.m.

Boston Harbor views from LoPresti Park in East Boston

Catch views of Boston Harbor from LoPresti Park. | Photo by @mpyoung11

Whether you’re looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, our city has a plethora of parks and recreational spots to enjoy.

Ready to plan your trip to the park? Grab your shades and trusty water bottle — here are some of Boston’s best:

🌊 For harbor views

Fan Pier Park, 22 Liberty Dr.
This landscaped park along the marina is the perfect spot for watching the water after a busy Seaport shopping day.

LoPresti Park, 33 Sumner St.
Stroll along one of the walking paths by the water and drink in the Boston Harbor views. The four-acre East Boston park is also known as “North Ferry Park.”

Sunset at Olmsted Park — We have Frederick Law Olmsted to thank for so many parks.
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Photo by @tmsgreen

🌱 For the nature lovers

Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway
This botanical research institution and museum of trees is the oldest public arboretum in North America. Visit to learn about plants and mark your calendar for the annual “Lilac Sunday” celebration on May 14.

Olmsted Park, 217 Jamaicaway
Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, this park has a wildflower meadow and scenic views of Ward’s, Willow, and Leverett ponds. Pro tip: Walk over to Allerton Overlook, the location of Summer Sundays in the Park concerts.

Paul Revere Park and view of Zakim Bridge — See cars whizzing along the Zakim bridge from Paul Revere Park.
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Photo by @thechrisdk

🌳 For family fun

Franklin Park, 1 Franklin Park Rd.
The largest green space in our city is getting some major enhancements in a few years, thanks to a detailed vision plan. While we wait to see the changes, spend a day enjoying the zoo, play areas, trails, and picnic sites.

Paul Revere Park, Chelsea Street and New Rutherford Avenue
The east half of this park was the first of the four parks built to mitigate the Central Artery/Tunnel project, aka The Big Dig. You’ll find the five-acre park on the Charlestown side of the North Washington Street Bridge.

Click the link below for parks with dog areas and athletic courts — plus a handy map to locate all 25 green spaces.

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What’s your favorite park activity to do in our city?

A. Walking my dog
B. Spending time with the kiddos
C. Having a picnic
D. Jogging or working out

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Events

Tuesday, March 28

Weaving for Beginners | Tuesday, Mar. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Foundry, 101 Rogers St., Cambridge | $40 | Head to the Cambridge community building to create a wall hanging for your home.

Wednesday, March 29

Kids’ Story Hour | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 4 p.m. | Porter Square Books, 50 Liberty Dr., Boston | Free | Children of all ages are welcome to the Seaport bookstore’s story hour, held on the last Wednesday of each month.
Kantika: A Musical Project | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | Free | Be the first to hear some of the recorded work from local singer and songwriter Tutti Druya.

Thursday, March 30

Mattapan Station Drop-in Hours | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 12 p.m. | Mattapan Station, 500 River St., Boston | Free | Stop by to talk about your questions, concerns, and ideas with members of the Blue Hill Avenue Transportation Action Plan team.
Harvard Art Museums at Night | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 5-9 p.m. | Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy St., Cambridge | Free | Enjoy free museum admission, mingle in the Calderwood Courtyard, and grab drinks from Aeronaut Brewing Company.

Friday, March 31

Opening Reception | Friday, Mar. 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany St., Boston | Free | Register to celebrate the opening of “Workers Statues in Chinatown” and “Call and Response: Illustration in Uncertain Times.”
Vinyl Records 101 | Friday, Mar. 31 | 7-9 p.m. | Bone Up Brewing Co., 38 Norman St., Everett | $15 | Join Chris Antonowich of Light of Day Records to learn about the resurgence of vinyl — each ticket includes one free record.

Plan ahead with our community events calendar

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News Notes

Weather

44º | Showers | 50% chance of rain

Transit

The former president of New York’s Long Island Rail Road is taking the helm of the MBTA. Phillip Eng is set to take over as the new general manager of our local transit agency beginning Monday, April 10. (Boston Globe)

Seasonal

Speaking of the MBTA, the East Boston Ferry has resumed service between Lewis Mall Wharf and Long Wharf. The seasonal pilot program hopes to encourage travel along the waterways — one-way fares cost $2.40. See the ferry schedule. (WBUR)

Coming Soon

The Chinatown restaurant Shōjō is opening a second location in Cambridge’s Central Square. The 425 Massachusetts Ave. space is expected to open mid-April with eight new Southeast Asian-influenced dishes + late-night cocktails. (Eater Boston)
The local seafood restaurant Row 34 is set to open a fourth Boston-area location on Monday, April 3. The two-floor Kendall Square spot at 314 Main St. will feature an extensive cocktail list, a mural by Silvia Lopez Chavez, and a 40-seat seasonal patio.

Closed

We can’t espresso how sad we are to hear that Cafe Susu has permanently closed. The coffee shop and bar was located in the basement of Suitsupply on Newbury Street.

Active

The All Girls Sports Festival will take place during school vacation week on Wednesday, April 19 and Thursday, April 20. Boston girls ages 9-14 can join health and wellness workshops + sports and fitness clinics at BCYF Leahy Holloran. Register here.

Asked

Know someone running the Boston Marathon this year? We want to help you cheer them on. Submit a shoutout here for the chance to be featured in an upcoming Boston Marathon story.

Shop

The spring season is the perfect time to treat yourself. We’re eyeing this six-piece bonbon gift box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. What’s even sweeter? These chocolates are made fresh without preservatives.

Travel

Trying to talk someone into an April vacation? Just show them these hotel deals on Expedia. We love: The Islander Resort that’s on a private beach in the Florida Keys.

Announced

Jog your memory: Marathon updates

Watch the “This is Boston” sponsorship announcement video here. | Photo by @aashlock

Yesterday was a big day for Boston Marathon news. Here’s a quick recap:

Boston runs on...Bank of America

The Charlotte-based bank will be the new presenting partner of the Boston Marathon, beginning in 2024. The 10-year deal will rename the historic event to the “Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.”

John Hancock has been the primary race sponsor for 38 years, but the insurance company decided not to renew its contract with the BAA or the Red Sox.

Remembering April 15, 2013

Mayor Wu and the BAA announced two remembrance events on the 10-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon tragedy.

Saturday morning, there will be a private gathering and wreath laying at memorial sites for the families who lost loved ones. Later that afternoon, a new commemorative finish line will be dedicated + a One Boston Day marker will be unveiled on Boylston Street.

Learn more about One Boston Day plans.

The Wrap

Today’s Edition By:
Sara

From the Editor

Jeez New York, what did we ever do to you? The city that never sleeps is taking some jabs at Boston with its new marketing campaign.

Clearly, whoever wrote this has never spent a weekday morning at Park Street Station, or they’d think twice about saying Bostonians aren’t up before 8 a.m.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Play our local version of two truths and a lie.

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