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3 civic updates on the agenda

3 City of Boston updates
The view of Boston City Hall.
Stay tuned for more updates from Boston’s City Hall. | Photo by BOStoday team
We’re only a few days into July, and already Mayor Wu + the City of Boston have launched plenty of new programs and initiatives for the city. Here are the details on three recent announcements.

🔑 Downtown Residential Conversion Program
Mayor Wu and the BPDA will accept applications to transform underutilized office buildings in Downtown to residential units beginning this fall. The goal is to offer incentives (think: reduced property taxes) to create housing units and help increase foot traffic to support Downtown business. The program will only accept applications through June 2024 and eligible projects must comply with the proposed Inclusionary Zoning standards + start construction by October 2025.

🍽️ Boston Summer Eats
This summer, the Office of Food Justice has teamed up with local farmers markets to provide healthy meals at no cost for residents 18 years and younger. Now through Sept. 1, breakfast and lunch will be provided at 110 locations like libraries, health centers, and farmers markets. Additionally, Boston will continue the citywide Farmers Market Coupon Program this summer to help reduce food insecurity with $400,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding.

đźš— Boston Brakes
Mayor Wu, the Disabilities Commission, and the Boston Streets Cabinet launched this new outreach campaign to increase safety for pedestrians with disabilities. The goal is to remind Bostonians that we share the streets, sidewalks, and intersections with people experiencing different types of disabilities, including mobility, sensory, and intellectual disabilities. The Boston Brakes campaign will be featured as part of the City’s annual ADA Day Celebration at City Hall Plaza on Tuesday, July 18 from 12 to 2 p.m.
 
Events
Tuesday, July 11
  • Drake | Tuesday, July 11 + Wednesday, July 12 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | Sing along to “One Dance” and “Hotline Bling” at one of two stops on the “It’s All A Blur Tour.”
  • Allston-Brighton Neighborhood Concert | Tuesday, July 11 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Oak Square Common, 430 Faneuil St., Boston | Free | Bring your blankets and listen to the tunes of the JP Sax Quartet in the common.
Wednesday, July 12
Thursday, July 13
  • Revere Beach Movie Night | Thursday, July 13 | 6 p.m. | Kelly’s Roast Beef, 595 Broadway, Revere | Free | Watch a screening of “The Karate Kid” on the beach with popcorn and cotton candy.
  • Seaport Sweat: Mind Over Mat(ter) | Thursday, July 13 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | Bring your own yoga mat for this all levels yoga class.
Friday, July 14
  • Water Transportation Fair | Friday, July 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Christopher Columbus Park, 100 Atlantic Ave., Boston | Free | Learn about local water transportation options + enter to win prizes at this educational pop-up.
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Seasonal

Tourism and Hospitality

The perfect destination for a summer staycation
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A group of people at the pool at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Whether you’re chilling poolside, at the day spa, or dining at one of the restaurants, sip back and relax this summer at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. | Photo provided by the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Luxury awaits in the dazzling Seaport district at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. With breathtaking skyline views, Instagram-worthy decor, delish dishes, and more, it’s the perfect location for a piece of paradise.

From solo trips to romantic stays or group getaways, enjoy an exclusive experience in the pet-friendly hotel. Here’s what you can experience when you stay at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport:
  • A central, scenic location to explore the Seaport
  • Destination dining featuring six unique on-site (and open to the public) restaurants
  • A rejuvenating day spa (also open to the public) to relax and refresh
  • Take a dip in the rooftop pool
Other amenities include:
  • Weekly fitness classes on the pool deck
  • Self-guided art tours throughout the building
  • State-of-the-art fitness center featuring Pelotons
  • Monthly pool parties with well-known musicians
Pro tip: The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has great summer rates available — perfect for your summer in the city.
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News Notes
Drink
  • Cambridge’s Charles Hotel is reportedly adding a new outdoor Garden Bar in the courtyard. The bar will serve up craft beers, natural wines, and frozen cocktails, plus live music.
Coming Soon
  • No, this isn’t deja vu — Cactus Club Cafe is planning to open at 500 Boylston St. The new eatery shares the name of the Tex-Mex spot that was located down the street at 939 Boylston St. from the 1980s to 2014. We’ll keep you posted on opening details. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Number
  • $300,000. That’s the amount that the Mayor’s Office of Housing is investing in urban agriculture and open space initiatives. This funding will support community-led gardening, farming, and open space projects as part of the GrowBoston program.
Biz
  • A new Connecticut-based digital bank called Owners Bank is now available in Massachusetts. The bank offers small business loans and lines of credit + plans to offer credit cards by August. (Boston Business Journal)
Arts
  • Three sculptures from the “Of Many Minds” outdoor exhibit by Michael Alfano will be displayed in the SoWa District. “Liquid Sunshine” and “Self Reflection” can be found on Thayer Street + “Anthropocene” is located in the courtyard of 500 Harrison.
Sports
  • The New England Free Jacks, Boston’s professional union rugby team, won their first Major League Rugby championship over the weekend in Chicago and defeated the San Diego Legion, 25-24. Stay tuned for the release of the team’s 2024 schedule. (CBS Boston)
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Drink

Atlántico’s shaking up the bar program

Atlántico’s guest bartender series kickoff
The bar inside the South End's Atlantico.
Visit this South End eatery for Spanish and Portuguese-inspired seafood. | Photo provided by @atlanticoboston
We’re ready to raise a glass to this summer cocktail celebration. The South End seafood spot Atlántico is kicking off its guest bartender series today, July 11, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Beverage Director Melissa Romanos is also planning to launch the new summer cocktail list with the help of local service industry friends. The first event will feature Oscar Simoza and Olivia Casella from The Wig Shop + Kevin Mabry from J.M. Curley, who will also be slinging a few signature cocktails of their own.

Reservations are encouraged for this free-to-attend event at 600 Harrison Ave.

Atlántico’s next guest bartenders will be announced via social media tomorrow, July 12.
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The Wrap
 
Jess Burton in a blue shirt and gold necklace

Today’s edition by:
Jessica
From the editor
I was able to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Levitate Festival in Marshfield over the weekend.

The local music event, which got its start from a local surf + skate shop, has blossomed to a three-day festival with live art installations, skating demonstrations, and a vendors market. There were similar performers to this year’s Boston Calling lineup, like Boston’s Q-Tip Bandits, Couch, and Celisse. Tell me: What local festivals do you attend each year?
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