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30+ outdoor movie nights in Boston
An inflatable screen for an outdoor movie downtown Boston.
Plan to bring your own blankets and chairs to be cozy for the movie. | Photo by BOStoday
As the temperatures rise, so do the amount of cool community events in Boston. Read: It’s time to add these free outdoor movie events to your summer bucket list.

City of Boston Parks Movie Nights | Mayor Wu’s Movie Nights are back this August + September. The family-friendly movies will be played at dusk in 10 community parks across the city. Find your nearest event.

Coolidge at the Greenway, Rose Kennedy Greenway | Coolidge Corner Theater will bring 35 mm showings to the Greenway, between Milk Street + Atlantic Avenue. Movies will begin at sunset.
  • June 21 — “The Mummy”
  • July 12 — “The Lost World: Jurassic Park”
  • Aug. 16 — “It Came from Outer Space”
Boston Landing, Athlete’s Park Hills, Brighton | The pre-party kicks off an hour before the movie with a live DJ + free snacks. The movies begin at sundown on the inflatable screen.
  • June 14 — “A League of Their Own”
  • July 12 — “Dirty Dancing”
  • Aug. 9 — “Mamma Mia”
  • Sept. 13 — “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”
Summer Sunday Movies, Christopher Columbus Park, 110 Atlantic Ave. | Plan your movie nights on Sunday evenings at the North End’s waterfront park. Pro tip: Bring your own blankets, chairs, and snacks.
  • July 16 — “Midnight in Paris”
  • July 23 — “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby”
  • July 30 — “The Secret Life of Bees”
  • Aug. 6 — “Ghost”
  • Aug. 13 — “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back”
  • Aug. 20 — “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”
Summer Flicks, Prudential Center, South Garden | The family-friendly movies start every Saturday at dusk.
  • July 8 — “Top Gun: Maverick”
  • July 15 — “Matilda”
  • July 22 — “Minions: The Rise of Gru”
  • July 29 — “Lightyear”
  • Aug. 5 — “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”
  • Aug. 12 — “Princess Diaries”
  • Aug. 19 — “Spider-Man: No Way Home”
  • Aug. 26 — “The Bad Guys”
Charles River Speedway Movie Night, 525 Western Ave., Brighton | Grab a seat in the courtyard + refreshments from Super Bien, Pizza Project, Koji Club, or Notch Brewing.
  • June 28 — “Wet Hot American Summer”
Asked

How often do you attend outdoor movie events?

A. All the time, they’re my favorite free events
B. Not as often as I’d like to
C. I’m planing to go to more
D. Never, I prefer going to the theater
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Events
Friday, June 9
  • Young the Giant | Friday, June 9 | 7 p.m. | Leader Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston | $40-$90 | See the “Mind Over Matter” artist with special guest Milky Chance.
  • Woburn Greek Festival | Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 11 | Times vary | Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Woburn, 70 Montvale Ave., Woburn | Free to attend | Explore the annual Greek event with homemade dishes, live music, dancing, and church tours.
  • Arts on the Rox Gala | Friday, June 9 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley St., Boston | $50 | Cocktail attire is encouraged for this tropical themed fundraiser to support the upcoming Hibernian Hall Institute project.
Saturday, June 10
  • Boston Pride for the People Parade | Saturday, June 10 | 11 a.m. | Various locations, Boston | Free | Boston’s Pride Parade returns with festivals at Boston Common + City Hall Plaza — it all kicks off at 11 a.m. in Copley Square.
  • Art on the Plaza: Loud & Proud | Saturday, June 10 | 12-4 p.m. | MassArt Art Museum, 621 Huntington Ave., Boston | Free | Share your pride with colorful sidewalk chalk, get creative with hands-on artmaking, and enjoy live music during the Fenway Porchfest.
Sunday, June 11
  • Dragon Boat Festival | Sunday, June 11 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | John W. Weeks Footbridge, Cambridge | Free | Grab a bite of Asian food, watch the performances, and root on the teams that are racing along the Charles.
  • 6th North End Cornhole Classic | Sunday, June 11 | 11 a.m. | Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, 34 W. Lincoln St., Boston | $100 | The tournament begins at 12 p.m. in support of the Geraldine Marshall Scholarship Fund + the North End Music and Performing Arts Center.
  • “Summer Lovin’” Speed Dating at Thirsty Scholar | Sunday, June 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Thirsty Scholar Pub, 70 Beacon St., Somerville | $36 | The speed-dating kicks off with a mini happy hour + up to 14 face-to-face dates.
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Finance

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Don’t make these seven mistakes when hiring a financial advisor. | Photo by SmartAsset
Life should be a balance of adventure and relaxation — not finances. Enter: Working with a financial advisor.

But choosing the wrong one could potentially wreak havoc on your retirement and investments.

Check out these seven secrets comfortable retirees know about hiring one, so you can optimize your savings and get back to the balance that matters most — explore, relax, or both?*
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News Notes
Civic
  • City officials launched a new opportunity for Bostonians to help create a more fun, equitable, and family-friendly nightlife economy. The Nightlife Initiative for a Thriving Economy Committee is accepting applications for committee members. Learn more and apply by Friday, June 23.
Traffic
  • Massport is encouraging travelers not to drive to Logan Airport this summer, as the Sumner Tunnel will be closed for eight weeks beginning on July 5. The local travel organization is advising taking public transportation, including the Logan Express buses, the Blue or Silver Lines, and ferries. (NBC 10)
Biz
  • Rock City Pizza is one of four businesses to participate in ESPN’s Champion Black Businesses initiative, which supports Black-owned businesses during the NBA Finals. The Allston and Randolph pizza joint received $25,000 from a small business program + the owner met with “Shark Tank” stars for a mentorship session.
Plan Ahead
  • Life will never be “As It Was” after this Harry Styles-themed experience pops up in Boston on Saturday, Sept. 2 and Sunday, Sept. 3. Tickets start at $55 and include your meal, one alcoholic beverage, and the chance to win prizes for best dressed.
Community
  • The Mayor’s Garden Contest is now open for entries. Gardeners can enter for the chance to win the “Golden Trowel” award from Mayor Michelle Wu + two round trip tickets from JetBlue. The deadline to enter is Wednesday, July 12.
Drink
  • The Quiet Few in East Boston has shaken up a new charity cocktail for the rest of June. With every order of the frozen espresso martini, called the “Burrr-iah Carey,” $5 will be donated to BAGLY.
Environment
  • The Vineyard Wind clean energy project is installing the foundations for 62 turbines ~15 miles south of Martha’s Vineyard — the nation’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm. Upon completion, the 800-megawatt project will generate cleaner electricity for 400,000+ homes and businesses. (WBUR)
Shop
  • Two new Barnes & Noble locations will open in Natick and Wareham. Shop the bookstores off Route 9 in the Sherwood Plaza + at Wareham Crossing starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 14. (CBS Boston)
Holiday
  • Reminder: Father’s Day is a little over a week away. Give Dad a listening upgrade with the second generation AirPods Pro. Or help ease muscle soreness with the Theragun Mini 2.0. Plus, this portable neck fan will make everyone laugh — but catch Dad using it the very next day.*
Announced
  • Congrats to @kristenmcgeehon for winning our euphoria2023 giveaway in partnership with euphoria Greenville. While many events are already sold out for euphoria2023, there are still plenty of opportunities to sip + savor during the weekend festivities. See the schedule.*
Seasonal

🐟 The oh-fish-al spot of the summah

Boxes at the Boston Fish Pier is making waves this summer
The Boston Fish Pier on a sunny day.
Find the Boxes pop-up at the Boston Fish Pier this summer. | Photo by @___emma__rose__
This summer pop-up is reel-y exciting. Industrial containers have been outfitted to host the Boxes at the Boston Fish Pier on Northern Avenue this summer. This installation is designed to entertain, educate, and connect the community to South Boston’s waterfront.

The main container is making a splash with a mural and educational panels highlighting information about Fish Pier and the local seafood industry.

There will be weekly seafood markets featuring a rotation of Fish Pier tenants. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with the experts + learn more about the people behind New England’s signature cuisine.

The Boxes are also welcoming nonprofits to support educational events about aquatic ecosystems, sustainability, climate change, and the Boston Harbor Islands.

Plan ahead for seafood food truck nights in the parking lot. They’ll serve up dishes supplementing the options from the vendors in the Boxes.
The Wrap
 
Jess Burton in a blue shirt and gold necklace

Today’s edition by:
Jessica
From the editor
I’m excited to check out the D&D Beer Garden on City Hall Plaza. This year’s pop-up is hosted by Roslindale’s Distraction Brewing Company and downtown’s Democracy Brewing. Stop by daily for 12 local brews, food from Jimmies Cafe (read: sandwiches and empanadas), and frozen “Maltinis” available in two flavors: Lavender Lemonade + Tajin Pineapple Whip. Cheers to that.
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