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🚙 Breaking down West Roxbury’s road diet

West Roxbury Centre Street’s road diet
West Roxbury view at sunset.
The road in West Roxbury will look different by the end of the year. | Photo by @jeffrey_prohaska_
The City of Boston has made pedestrian and bicyclist safety a priority with the new Safety Surge program and bike lane initiatives.

The most recent plan will make some changes to West Roxbury’s Centre Street. The road diet project will reduce the four lanes down to three between LaGrange Street and West Roxbury Parkway in an effort to reduce pedestrian injuries and make streets more walkable + bikeable.

The road diet project was designed to maintain one travel lane for each direction + add a third “flex” lane in the middle, plus create parking-protected bike lanes. Don’t worry, drivers — the plan won’t impact the current on-street parking spots.

Centre Street is just one of the Complete Streets project areas that are in the market for improvements, including East Boston’s Bennington Street, Cummins Highway through Roslindale and Mattapan, and Tremont Street in the South End, just to name a few.

The final design is expected to be completed by mid-July and construction will begin in the fall. The area will be monitored for any unintended effects, such as increased traffic on adjacent cut-through streets.

Bonus: Residents can get a taste of more pedestrian-friendly streets next Saturday, July 15 during Open Streets Roxbury from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Events

Friday, July 7
  • SoWa First Friday | Friday, July 7 | 5-9 p.m. | SoWa Art + Design District, 450 Harrison Ave., Boston | Free | Check out the open artist studios in the South End.
  • The Glitter Boys | Friday, July 7 | 10 p.m. | The Sinclair, 52 Church St., Cambridge | $10 | Dance it out at the vinyl dance party featuring classics from the 70s and 80s.
Saturday, July 8
  • Boston JerkFest Caribbean Foodie Festival | Saturday, July 8 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | McCurdy Outdoor Track, 145 North Harvard St., Boston | $35-$110 | The 10th annual festival will feature Jamaican jerk eats to support Cambridge Carnival International + Sustainable Food and Culture.
  • KIDZ BOP | Saturday, July 8 | 1 p.m. | Leader Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston | $35-$85 | Bring the family out for the “Never Stop Live Tour” — doors open at 12 p.m.
  • Bocce on the Beach Tournament | Saturday, July 8 | 8:30 a.m. | Revere Beach, Revere | Free to attend | Teams of four will compete in the annual tournament that supports preservation projects for The Rumney Marsh Burial Ground Restoration Committee.
  • Thomas Rhett | Saturday, July 8 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | $90-$130 | Grab tickets to see this country music star’s “Home Team Tour.”
  • Cruel Summertime Sadness | Saturday, July 8 | 9 p.m. | Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Sq., Somerville | $40-$50 | Two local performers will double headline an evening of drag, burlesque, and hits from Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift.
Sunday, July 9
  • Cornhole Tournament | Sunday, July 9 | 2 p.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Dr., Boston | Free | Bring your cornhole partner to play in the weekly tournament for the chance to win prizes.
  • Free Biking Documentary Screening | Sunday, July 9 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Lamplighter Broadway, 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free with RSVP | Watch the 60-minute documentary screening, then stick around for a Q+A with the director.
  • Barenaked Ladies | Sunday, July 9 | 7 p.m. | Leader Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston | $40-$125 | See the band most known for songs like the “Big Bang Theory Theme” and “One Week” at this rain or shine show.
Events calendar here
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euphoria
 
News Notes
Civic
  • Mayor Wu announced a Swim Safe program to help residents learn how to swim + access water safety resources. Swim over to the list of free swimming lessons for specific community pools. Additionally, the BCYF Paris Street pool reopened after a $10.2 million renovation.
For Kids
Transit
  • The Green Line Extension repairs will be rescheduled for September due to the Sumner Tunnel closure. The service suspension between Lechmere and Union Square was originally planned for July 18-Aug. 28. (NBC 10)
Eat
  • We’ve got a scoop on a new ice cream pop-up in Cambridge. Harvest Restaurant at 44 Brattle St. is scooping from the The Ice Cream Cart every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., beginning this Sunday, July 9.
Sports
  • The Celtics have traded Grant Williams to the Mavericks in a three-team deal for second-round picks in the 2024 and 2028 NBA Drafts. The Celtics forward will sign a four-year, $54 million contract with the Dallas team. (Boston Globe)
Plan Ahead
  • The national breakdancing competition SNIPES Pro-Breaking Tour will be stopping at the Middle East in Cambridge on Sunday, July 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can expect to see top break dancers competing for the chance to advance to the World Finals.
Community
  • Lighthouse ArtSpace has announced two special viewings of Immersive Disney Animation for audience members in need of sensory-friendly accommodations. The shows on Saturday, July 8 + Sunday, Aug. 13 will feature reduced volume, limited capacity, and adjusted gallery lighting.
Number
  • 16. That’s how many firefighters from Massachusetts are heading to Baie-Comeau, Quebec in Canada to battle the ongoing wildfires. They will be joined by five other firefighters from Connecticut + Vermont for two weeks. (WCVB 5)
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Wellness
 
Answered

What’s the best local beach?

Answered: What’s the best local beach?
Rolling waves on the Nahant Beach shore.
Visit the 67 acres of shoreline at Nahant Beach. | Photo by @jseder_photography
Last week, we asked you about your tips and tricks for visiting the best local beaches. Keep reading to sea what our readers had to say.

🌊 Salisbury Beach
“Three miles of sandy beach with occasional views of whales swimming by. The beach is adjacent to Newburyport.” — Ken Y.

This state reservation has parking for $10 + season passes that will get you into any state park are available for $60 .

🌊 Nahant Beach
“Get there early.” — Andrew Z.

The beach is open year-round and daily parking fees start at $10 for Massachusetts residents.

🌊 Nantasket Beach
“Kids love (going) across the street.” — Kev. K.

This recreational area features an accessible playground, athletic fields, and pavilion.

Let us know if you agree with these reader recommendations. Enjoy the waves.
 
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Jessica
From the editor
Have you ever wondered what Hogwarts house Boston would be sorted into? Now we know.

A recent ranking sorted the 30 most populous cities into their fictional houses based on educational opportunities, sports championships, average working hours, cultural offerings, and professional aspirations. The results? Boston is a Gryffindor.
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