Plus, Stephen Colbert is now a DunKing.
 
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Kid-friendly activities in Boston
A partially see-through statue of a whale sits in the middle of a courtyard in front of an Old Navy. Pedestrians walk around it.
With works like “ECHO” by Mathias Gmachl, you’ll have a whale of a time at Winteractive. | Photo via Downtown Boston BID
Don’t let the winter blues keep you and your kids inside this upcoming Vacation Week (Monday, Feb. 19-Friday, Feb. 23). There’s still plenty to do, with businesses around Boston hosting family-friendly activities to get you out on the town.

Winteractive, Downtown Boston
This free art experience brings 16 interactive artworks to downtown between Government Center and South Station. Inspired by winter festivals in Quebec, the event encourages folks to get out and explore even in the heart of winter.

Children’s Day of Play, Boston Children’s Museum
Starting 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 19, the museum will open to families at no cost for a series of activities and educational exhibits, along with light refreshments.

A black lab sits in a richly decorated hotel lobby.

Meet Cori Copley, the hardworking Canine Ambassador of Fairmong Copley Plaza. | Photo via Fairmont Copley Plaza

Face-painting with Laurel Greenfield, Boston Public Market
The local painter and muralist will offer her services at free face painting sessions, Tuesday, Feb. 20-Friday, Feb. 23. Time your visit with another Vacation Week activity at the market.

Family Magic & Juggling Show, High Street Place
Boston performer Robert Clarke will wow families with an interactive show for all ages on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. Meanwhile, the food hall will offer menu specials and large scale games.

Character Meet and Greet Luncheon, Banners Kitchen & Tap
Going to see Disney on Ice at TD Garden? Before the show on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 4 to 6 p.m., kids can order a pre-fixe menu, with special appearances from iconic characters. Or, tap in for a bottomless pancake breakfast 9-11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22.

Book Reading with Cori Copley, Fairmont Copley Plaza
Stop by Friday, Feb. 23 from 2 to 3 p.m. to hear the tail of the pet-friendly hotel’s first Canine Ambassador, Catie Copley. The kid-friendly event includes a meet-and-greet with the current Canine Ambassador, Cori — plus hot cocoa, cookies, and a stuffed animal.
More kid-friendly activities
 
Events
Thursday, Feb. 15
  • Creative Writing Night | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston | Free | Bring your friends and discover new writing motivation while immersing yourself in the movie “Finding Neverland.”
  • An Evening at Salt Burn | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6 p.m. | Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, Somerville | Price of purchase | Gather your cuff links — Rebel Rebel is hosting a “Saltburn” party with plenty of red wine and themed snacks.
  • Pitch-a-Pal | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | Back for a third year, listen to pals pitch their eligible friends in the Seaport beer hall.
  • Diving With a Purpose: Restoring Our Ocean, Preserving Our Heritage | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | New England Aquarium, 1 Central Wharf, Boston | Free | Join Diving With a Purpose founder Jay Haigler for a discussion on the last known ship purposed for bringing enslaved people to the United States — Clotilda.
Friday, Feb. 16
  • A Beautiful Resistance: Live! | Friday, Feb. 16 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join Boston Globe culture columnist Jeneé Osterheldt for a “mixtape” featuring a short film, a longform story, and a Q&A.
Saturday, Feb. 17
  • The Bugs Bunny Film Festival | Saturday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 25 | The Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge | $12-$15 | Enjoy 80 minutes of classic cartoon mayhem featuring Bugs and friends.
Sunday, Feb. 18
  • Best Bloody Mary in Fenway Contest | Sunday, Feb. 18 | 11 a.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Dr., Boston | Free | Spice up your Saturday as the neighborhood restaurants and bars battle for the coveted title of “The Best Bloody Mary in Fenway.”
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News Notes
Announced
  • Musuem of Illusions will open a permanent location in late 2024 at Faneuil Hall Marketplace (200 State St.). The museum features immersive exhibits exploring perception + the power of the brain. Follow for updates.
Civic
  • BPDA will host an open house to kick off planning for the Roslindale Square Squares + Streets Plan on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Roslindale Substation. Community members are invited to come weigh in and learn about the plan.
Coming Soon
  • A third Birdies Hot Chicken location is set to open in Downtown Crossing. The Nashville-style hot chicken restaurant has two other locations in Brockton and Westwood, serving wings, chicken sliders, and chicken + waffles. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Trending
  • Get used to seeing more DunKings on your feed. Matt Damon donned the track suit once again on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” this week, inducting the host into their band. Good luck getting your hands on one yourself, though — they went fast. (Boston Globe)
Environment
  • The New England Aquarium is participating in a survival plan for the African penguin, a species on the verge of extinction. The local team is one of 50 facilities participating in this project and supports the teams goal on educating the public on conservation efforts. (WBUR)
Shop
  • V-Day on The Greenway will be extended through today to accommodate for winter storm closures. Six businesses, including Lizzie’s Bakery, Salt and Branch, and Marzae Wine will be open around Dewey Square.
Edu
  • The School Committee at Brookline High School will meet later this month to decide the fate of ninth-grade honors English classes. The proposal, part of a national effort to correct racial disparity in honors classes, coincides with a pilot universal English course. (Boston Globe)
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From the editor
My knowledge of Dunkin’ is pretty much just this WBZ NewsRadio TikTok, but... this DunKings stuff has me curious. I think there’s a location about 15 minutes from me. Should I try it out?
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