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Events

A chance to party with Cheech and Chong
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Cheech and Chong pose and pantomime smoking
Locals can score a 4-pack of Cheech and Chong’s new THC-infused seltzer and meet the legendary duo tonight at the Liquor Junction in Reading. | Image provided by Cheech and Chong’s Global Holding Company
Chances are, you know Cheech and Chong. Maybe you’ve seen their movies, maybe you’ve heard their standup from the 70s and 80s, or maybe you just know they’re pretty big fans of cannabis.

What you might not know is that the duo is coming to town — tonight — to celebrate their new High & Dry THC Seltzer, now available in liquor stores across the greater Boston area.

The origin story

In 2020, 42 years after “Up in Smoke” became the highest-grossing comedy of 1978 (and set the stage for a whole new generation of stoner comedies), Cheech and Chong started their own cannabis business — because some things just make sense.

The product

Each can of High & Dry Seltzer delivers 5 mg of Delta-9 THC, with four flavors to choose from.

Hand holding a can of seltzer above a cooler with ice

Sippers can choose from Citrus Sunrise, Grapefruit Twist, Raspberry Highball, and Magic Mule.

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Photo by Luis Rodriguez

The release party

Tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Liquor Junction (1 General Way, Reading), Cheech and Chong are throwing an old-fashioned Boston T-HC party, where guests can get their pictures taken with the pair and help them celebrate their “seltzer with a different buzz.”

Pro tip: The first 200 shoppers will also get an exclusive, hand-signed, limited edition “Bostoner” poster for free.

We’ll TH-see you there, Boston.
Party details this way
Asked

In which unconventional way did Cheech and Chong advertise their film “Up in Smoke”?
A. Comic strips on bus benches
B. Ads on soda cans
C. Postcards sent through the mail
D. None of the above
Make a high-ly intelligent guess
Events
Friday, Nov. 10
  • A Celebration of Veterans | Friday, Nov. 10 | 12-2 p.m. | Boston Athenæum, 10 1/2 Beacon St., Boston | Free | After the discussion, Athenaeum staff members will present a variety of special collection materials related to war, veterans, and lives impacted by conflict.
  • Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets | Friday, Nov. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | See the C’s in action at the Garden.
Saturday, Nov. 11
  • Brewery Bash | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 2-11 p.m. | Lamplighter Brewery, 284 Broadway, Cambridge | $0-$25 | Celebrate Lamplighters’ birthday with special releases, beer slushies, an indoor brewery “beer garden,” and party games — RSVP online.
  • Walking Tour of The Innovation Trail | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 2-3:30 p.m. | The Innovation Trail, 50 Broadway, Cambridge | $20 | Visit dozens of local sites and learn about the scientists, inventors, and entrepreneurs who made Boston an innovative city.
Sunday, Nov. 12
  • Brewery Yoga | Sunday, Nov. 12 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | $25 | Bring your own mat for this all levels yoga class inside the “Harpoon Dojo” — includes a beer after.
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News Notes
Open
  • Starting today, Nov. 10, The Holiday Market at Snowport is open for the season. The Seaport market will feature over 120 vendors + 17 food and beverage options to fuel up for your holiday shopping and activities.
Outdoors
  • Equipment for Charlesbank Playground’s new and renovated “Gronk Playground” is expected to be ordered next month, with a roughly year-long manufacturing timeline before installation can begin. View the playground plans. (NBC 10)
Coming Soon
  • Acton is getting a new winery with wine created right here in New England. Marzae Wines will feature three different releases for its launch this month. A series of launch parties will take place Friday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 26 with winery tours and tastings. Get tickets. (BostonChefs.com)
Holiday
  • Tomorrow, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day, a day that commemorates those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Expect various closures related to the holiday, and help honor our military personnel at the USS Constitution, The Boston Athenaeum, or through other events.
Concert
  • You oughta know this — Xfinity Center announced two new upcoming concerts as part of the Jack Daniels US Concert Series: Alanis Morissette’s “Triple Moon Tour” and Thirty Seconds to Mars with AFI, Kenny Hoopla, and Poppy.
Seasonal
  • The Rink at MarketStreet in Lynnfield is kicking off this Saturday, Nov. 11 with a party from 12 to 3 p.m. The skating rink’s opening event will feature a live DJ, festive snacks, a hot cocoa bar, and wintry games. Get tickets.
Tech
  • Two MIT grads, Eileen Tanghal and Dr. Tara Bishop, have come together to launch a healthcare technology venture firm called Black Opal. The firm launched this week and has raised ~$58 million so far for its health-tech fund. (Boston Business Journal)
Feel Good
  • Move over, Lil Sebastian — there’s a new miniature horse in town. Beloved Swampscott mini pony, Fluffernutter, was recently in the hospital for several days. Fluffernutter received care at Tufts Veterinary Hospital and is now scheduled to walk in Swampscott’s annual holiday fair on Dec. 16. (7 News)
Drink
  • Your new first drink of the night: ZBiotics, a probiotic engineered by PhD microbiologists to break down the byproduct of alcohol. Try it to wake up feeling refreshed tomorrow.*
 
Transit

We’re route-ing for this project

MBTA working to eliminate slow zones
An orange line train traveling over the Mystic River, with the Boston skyline in the background.
Portions of the Red, Orange, Green, and Blue Lines will be shut down for several days in 2024. | Photo via @walkingtransfer
“Slow down, you’re doin’ fine” may be some of Billy Joel’s best advice, but when it comes to the T... it’s not exactly what we’re all thinking.

In an effort to eliminate the notorious “slow zones” thanks to speed restrictions, the MBTA announced plans to shut down portions of the Red, Orange, Green, and Blue Lines starting later this month.

Why are there speed restrictions?

Speed restrictions — which impact 31.1 miles of subway line in total — were put in place due to problems with the track that could impact passenger safety.

There are two types of speed restriction: Line-wide, which force slowdowns across an entire line, and Block speed, which only apply to specific lengths of track.

So, they’re shutting down (more) lines?

For a few days at a time, portions of your favorite line may be shut down. The shutdowns will provide time for the MBTA to fix parts of the track that cause slow zones, whether that be:
  • Replacing old rail ties and tie plates
  • Replacing the entire track
  • Improving power delivery systems
The first shutdown will impact the Green Line and take place between North and Kenmore stations, Nov. 27-Dec. 5 + between Riverside and Kenmore stations, Dec. 11-Dec. 20. This will be followed by work on the Red, Orange, and Blue Lines in 2024.

Get involved at an upcoming open house event to get an overview of projects + ask questions.
View the full shutdown schedule
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