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Put the pedal to the metal this Bike Month

8 bike shops around Boston

Exterior of Landry's Bicycles on Commonwealth Avenue

You can browse a Landry’s in Charlestown, on BU campus, and beyond. | Photo via @landrysbicycles

May is National Bike Month — an initiative established in 1956 to celebrate the benefits of bicycling. Since Boston is a wicked bikeable city, we’re sharing six local shops where you can purchase a new or used bicycle (or tune up the one you have).

Landry’s Bicycles, Multiple locations
This Massachusetts-based bike company has eight locations, including along Commonwealth Avenue and in Charlestown’s Hood Park. The employee-owned shop has been nationally recognized for supporting bicycle advocacy and offers a wide selection of bikes + bike services.

Bikes Not Bombs, 284 Amory St.
The Jamaica Plain store collects ~5,000 used bicycles and parts from around Greater Boston and New England each year. Browse the inventory online + plan to shop select bikes for up to 25% off throughout Bike Month.

Ferris Wheels Bicycle Shop, 66 South St.
You can find this JP institution next to the Papercuts bookstore. The shop offers bike rentals, repairs, and maintenance services in addition to new bicycles. Pro tip: Make an appointment over the phone before heading over.

Ace Wheelworks, 145 Elm St., Somerville
This one-stop shop for all things cycling in Davis Square has a large selection of bikes, clothing, shoes, and parts. It earned the “Bicycle Retailer Excellence Award” in 2022.

Urban Cycles, 109 Atlantic Ave.
Conveniently located downtown, this eco-conscious bike shop offers rentals in addition to new and used bikes. Pro tip: Sign up to take one of the company’s scenic cycling tours.

Community Bike Supply, 496 Tremont St.
This South End store has been around since 1977, selling new and used bikes, an extensive selection of parts, apparel, and footwear.

Did we miss your neighborhood bike store? Let us know and we’ll add it to our list.

Here are a few of readers’ recommendations:

4130 BYKES, 159 Belgrade Ave., Roslindale
Bayla S. recommends this newly opened Rozzie shop, selling custom built bikes.

Ashmont Cycles, 1977 Dorchester Ave.
This Dorchester shop, suggested by Patty K., offers free estimates for bike repairs + plenty of cycling accessories.

Events

Tuesday, May 9

Celtics vs. 76ers | Tuesday, May 9 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | Catch Game Five of the second-round NBA playoff series at home.
Justin Cronin: The Ferryman | Tuesday, May 9 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | Free | RSVP for the celebration of the release of “The Ferryman” with the author Justin Cronin.

Wednesday, May 10

South Boston Neighborhood Coffee Hour | Wednesday, May 10 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | A Street Park, 135-141 A St., Boston | Free | Meet with Mayor Wu and other city officials over a Dunkin’ iced coffee, Munchkins, and fresh fruits to discuss the community.
An Evening with the Boston Anthem Singer Todd Angilly | Wednesday, May 10 | 5-7 p.m. | The Tip Tap Room, 138 Cambridge St., Boston | $60 | Head over to Beacon Hill to taste the Boston Anthem Singer Todd Angilly’s new red blend and support Christopher’s Haven.
Seaport Sweat 2023 — Power Flow | Wednesday, May 10 | 6:30-7:15 p.m. | Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | This equipment-free class will focus on building strength and endurance with traditional vinyasa poses.

Thursday, May 11

ASL Night | Thursday, May 11 | 5-10 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston | $5 | The sixth annual event features special programming and resources all presented in American Sign Language with voice interpretation or English with ASL interpretation.

Friday, May 12

The Devil Wears Drag | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Jacques Cabaret, 79 Broadway St., Boston | $20 | Dress to impress at this “The Devil Wears Prada” themed performance.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Community

The Seaport partnered with Project Paulie to bring three outdoor bocce lanes + a clubhouse to 88 Seaport Blvd. from Saturday, May 13-Sunday, Aug. 13. Prices start at $40 per lane for up to four people, and a portion of the proceeds will support Project Bread.

Eat

Mei Mei is celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and launched a month-long “Dumpling Disloyalty” campaign to support local businesses. To participate visit eight AAPI-owned businesses and eat dumplings to earn a “Boston Runs on Dumplin” mug. (Boston Globe)

Closing

The Tasting Counter at Aeronaut Brewing Company is closing its doors by the end of the month. The brewery decided not to renew the lease for the Somerville location, which opened in 2015. The Tasting Counter staff plans to continue the experience and will work to expand. (Boston Restaurant Talk)

Biz

Add this to your shopping list — a new boxed baking mix for cannabis-infused treats called Clebby’s is now available on dispensary shelves. Created by Newton-native Sabrina Clebnik, the brownie and lemon pound cake mixes include a cannabis-infused oil with the mix, and the baker just adds eggs + water. (Boston Business Journal)

Real Estate

The 4A Penthouse at the Millennium Tower is now on the market for just under $14 million. The 4,200-sqft home was listed by Greg Agganis, who is related to the namesake of the Agganis Arena + was featured in a famous fight scene in the 2018 movie “The Equalizer 2.” (Boston Business Journal)

Kids

Two words: free bowling. Sign up for Kids Bowl Free to connect with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling everyday this summer. Plus, grab a Family Pass + up to four adults can join in on the fun.

Outdoors

🌷 Pick-your-own petals

3 flower farms near Boston

Tulip season ended early at this Hudson stop but the farm stand will be open at Ferjulian’s Farm this summer. | Photo via @withlovebybug

Tulip season is winding down early this year, so make plans now to visit a local farm and pick-your-own flowers. Not sure where to look? We found three farms within driving distance of downtown Boston to visit to pick tulips this week.

Tip Top Tulips, 20 Lowes Ln., Ipswich | ~30 miles

Open daily at 9 a.m., grab tickets to pick flowers + feed the alpacas on the farm. Pro tip: this location also offers goat yoga on Sunday mornings.

Ward’s Berry Farm, 614 South Main St., Sharon | ~28 miles

Tickets are available at the “Pick-Your-Own tent” daily for access to the fields, which include a hayride.

Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave., Amesbury | ~45 miles

There will be limited opportunities to visit the patch for Mother’s Day weekend, so set a reminder that tickets will be available on Thursday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m.

If you miss picking tulips this year, there will be other seasonal blooms available + berries ready for pickin’ soon.

The Wrap

Jess Burton in a blue shirt and gold necklace

Today’s edition by:
Jessica

From the editor

It was a busy weekend for the family of Spencer and Penny. The pawparents of the famous Boston Marathon pups are working to identify the best location for a new statue to honor Spencer + welcomed a new puppy to the family named Jimmy. Follow along on Instagram for updates on the fuzzy little guy.

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