12.06.2023

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37º | Sunny | 6% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:12 a.m. | Sunset 4:28 p.m.

Eggs-plaining Article 89 in Boston

Eggs-plaining Article 89 in the City of Boston

Imagine checking eggs off your regular Trader Joes shopping list. | Photo via Pexels by Cottonbro Studio

Do you ever dream of going off the grid and starting a homestead with your friends or family? If yolk can believe it, depending on your neighborhood + if you have a backyard, you can have up to six chickens.

On average, four chickens can produce up to two dozen eggs per week. The average price of eggs in the Bay State is $5.20, so while it might not seem like much to help support your latte fix — if you had chickens you could hypothetically save ~$270 a year.

Don’t just wing it — here are a few eggs-pectations if you want to consider having backyard chickens.

The City of Boston passed Article 89 in 2013, resulting in the legalization of urban farming. City dwellers can house up to six female chickens (hens) in their backyard with approved permits, while male chickens (roosters) are prohibited.

Like any animal, you will need to provide shelter and nutrition for the chickens. The MSPCA has resources for appropriate feed and a handy checklist of essentials, if urban farming is on your 2024 bingo card.

Your coop must remain in your backyard, and not exceed eight-ft in height. Bonus: New England-based Coops for Cause also provides custom-built coops to meet your space requirements while protecting your chickens year-round.

There are specific chicken breeds that thrive in our climate, including Penciled, Hy-Liners, and Rhode Island Reds.

Click the link below for Urban Agriculture rules in Boston on composting, bee hives, and urban farming. Best of cluck.

The more you grow

Events

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Fenway Tree Lighting | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 6-9 p.m. | James P. Kelleher Rose Garden, 73 Park Dr., Boston | Free | See the tree lighting from 6 to 6:45 p.m., then head to the Rink at 401 Park for free skating from 7 to 9 p.m.
Build-a-Boob Pot Pottery Class | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Harpoon Beer Hall, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | $75-$105 | This guided pottery workshop includes all supplies: air dry clay or ceramic clay, plus paint + paintbrush.
Andrea Bocelli | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 8 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | See the iconic Italian singer perform at this December show to remember.

Thursday, Dec. 7

Ice Sculpture Stroll | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Assembly Row, 355 Artisan Way, Somerville | Free | Use a holiday map to visit the nine ice sculptures and collect holiday-themed freebies. Pro tip: Turn in your completed map for a free Christmas ornament.
Boston Bruins vs. Buffalo Sabres | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | Cheer on the B’s for this mid-week match.

Friday, Dec. 8

Ugly Sweater Party | Friday, Dec. 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Park-9, 48 Waters Ave., Everett | Free | You don’t need to bring a dog or have an ugly sweater to have a holly jolly time at this holiday party.
Encore! Favorites from the Boston French Film Festival | Friday, Dec. 8-Saturday, Dec. 9 | Times vary | Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston | Free with admission | See two encore screenings from the film festival: “The Innocent (L’Innocent)” on Dec. 8 and “Masquerade (Mascarade)” on Dec. 9.
Annual Kwanzaa Concert | Friday, Dec. 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Main Stage Theater — Roxbury Community College, 1234 Columbus Ave., Boston | $25 | The concert will feature students from OrigiNation’s Performing Arts Academy and the Professional Dance Division.

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News Notes

Coming Soon

4 Corners Pizza in Newton is bringing its signature pizza cupcakes to Legacy Place in Dedham. In addition to the creative pizza bites, the new location will offer deep-dish pizza, calzones, salads, and sandwiches. (Boston Restaurant Talk)

Biz

Former managing director of Techstars Boston Clement Cazalot has raised $8 million in funding for a new Boston startup that offers procurement, financing, and support for those needing heavy machinery. Machinery Partner is designed for businesses in the building world (think: general contractors + demolition companies.) (BostInno)

Number

$100-$260. That’s the hourly rate for snowplow drivers in cities across the Bay State. There is a shortage of drivers ahead of this winter and some cities are offering extra incentives. Arlington is offering a base of $3,500 + Springfield is offering drivers a $750 bonus. (WBUR)

Concert

Raise your glass — P!NK is bringing the Summer Carnival Tour to Foxborough on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. The pop star will be joined by Sheryl Crow at Gillette Stadium. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, Dec. 11 at 10 a.m.

Health

Boston-based Dotmatics is using AI to help speed up the process of introducing new treatments to market, reducing the current average of 10 years and $2.5+ billion. Using the new process, scientists work to aggregate research into one platform and use AI to help identify patterns and next steps. (CBS Boston)

Watch

Calling the true crime fans — A new HBO docuseries about the Charles Stuart murder is available to steam. The first episode of the three-part documentary, titled “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” takes a deep dive into local law enforcement + the media surrounding a murder from 1989. (WBUR)

Shop

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Finance

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Holiday

Culture

Menorah lighting ceremonies in Boston

The Grand Seaport Menorah Lighting and Spectacular LED Show at the Seaport will kick off on Sunday. | Photo provided by the Seaport

Hanukkah begins at sundown on Thursday, Dec. 7. Dreidels will be spun, menorahs will be lit, and the community will come together. Here are opportunities to gather and celebrate the Festival of Lights.

🕯️ The 40th Annual Menorah Lighting will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. Community leaders, dignitaries, and local elected officials will gather to light the 22-ft menorah at the Boston Common Brewer Fountain, located near the Park Street T Stop.

🕯️ Join Chabad of Downtown Boston for the menorah lighting ceremony in the Seaport on Sunday, Dec. 10 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Attendees can also enjoy Hanukkah treats, live music, and a spectacular light show.

Bonus: JArts will host a celebration tonight from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Museum of Fine Arts. The museum will be open with $5 general admission for this all-ages event with arts and crafts activities, giveaways, snacks, and engaging art experiences.

The Buy

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The Wrap

Jess Burton in a blue shirt and gold necklace

Today’s edition by:
Jessica

From the editor

There’s no shortage of holiday spirit around the city — here’s one more place that is decking the halls.

Wusong Road has transformed into Wusong Wonderland with festive drinks + treats. The Cambridge eatery will be adding more dishes, new dessert items, and special seasonal cocktails this week.

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