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Culture

Boston’s Sister Cities
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The capital of Australia’s Victoria state, Melbourne has been a sister city to Boston since 1985. | Photo by @erena_norris
To encourage cross-cultural exchanges and experiences, cities connect worldwide through Sister Cities International. Partnerships are officially recognized when the highest appointed elected official from both communities signs off on the sister cities agreement. The newly related cities create a connection that values commerce, education, and history.

Stretching across several continents, Boston’s 11 sister cities are just as diverse in culture and share our city’s indomitable spirit.

Here’s a look at a few of Boston’s Sister Cities:

The oldest sister city: Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto was designated as Boston’s first sister city in 1959. Twenty years later an exhibit called the “Japanese House” was gifted to the Boston Children’s Museum to commemorate their relationship. The structure is a permanent exhibit at the museum to this day.

The furthest sister city: Melbourne, Australia

Clocking in at 10,600 miles from Logan International, the capital of Australia’s Victoria state became a sister city back in 1985. Sharing an appreciation for museums and universities, Melbourne has assisted in creating programs in conjunction with Bentley College.

The newest sister city: Praia, Cape Verde

This archipelago and island nation off of the western coast of Africa became Boston’s most recent sister city in 2015. Cape Verdeans first came to the Boston area in the late 19th and early 20th centuries seeking employment. Nowadays, Praia and Boston share social and academic endeavors.

The rest of Boston’s sister cities are:
  • Barcelona, Spain
  • Beira, Mozambique
  • Belfast, Northern Ireland
  • Hangzhou, China
  • Padua, Italy
  • Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana
  • Strasbourg, France
  • Taipei, Taiwan, People’s Republic of China
Learn more about Sister Cities International and its programs.
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Events
Monday, May 13
  • Pammy’s Taproom Takeover | Monday, May 13 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Lamplighter Broadway, 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free entry | Celebrate the fourth birthday of the Pavona beer release with proscuitto di San Daniele sandwiches.
  • Back Bay’s Victorian Architecture | Monday, May 13 | 6 p.m. | Trinity Church, 206 Clarendon St., Boston | $10-$17 | Take a guided tour to learn about Victorian architecture, including the Old South Church, and Trinity Church.
Tuesday, May 14
  • Special Burgundy Winemaker Tasting | Tuesday, May 14 | 5-7 p.m. | BRIX Wine Shop, South End, 1284 Washington St., Boston | Free | Learn about Burgundy wines and the legacy of winemaking from Celine Hirsch from Maison Auvigue.
  • Pottery Class: Make Your Own Plant Pot or Vase | Tuesday, May 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Dorchester Brewing, 1250 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | $75-$105 | Learn the basics of pottery, build a pinch pot and shape it into an assortment of pieces.
  • “Pulp Fiction” | Tuesday, May 14 | 8 p.m. | The Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge | $13-$15 | See the screening of the 1994 Quentin Tarantino film.
Wednesday, May 15
  • Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen | Wednesday, May 15 + Thursday, May 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | $46-$122 | Get ready to be blown away by Marc Martel, the voice of Freddie Mercury in the Oscar-winning film “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
Events calendar here
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🚗 Click + drive with Flexcar’s monthly car subscription service
Presented by a BOStoday Partner
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Flexcar members save an average of $2,000+ upfront compared to a traditional car purchase. | Photos provided by Flexcar
Monthly subscription services have given us more flexibility in everything from music to movies — so why shouldn’t leasing a car be equally easy?

Enter: Flexcar, a monthly car subscription that lets you drive the car you want for as long as you want without a long-term loan commitment.

Here’s how it works:
  1. Find your ride. Flexcar lets you choose your vehicle, and it comes with mileage, insurance, maintenance, 24/7 roadside assistance, and more. (Think: no paperwork + no additional costs.)
  2. Choose a personalized plan. You can customize everything + modify your selections anytime.
  3. Pickup or delivery. From there, Flexcar gets you up to speed on your new ride and coordinates a hand-off. And, yes, they’ll even bring it right to your front door. They really are all about going the flextra mile.
Done — no multi-year lease, no large down payments, and no unexpected fees. Don’t like the ride you’ve chosen? Swap it out or cancel at any time whenever your needs change.
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News Notes
Development
  • Plans for an expansion at Encore Boston Harbor Casino have been put on hold. The expansion plan included two hotels with ballrooms, restaurants, clubs, a theater, and three parking garages. (Boston.com)
Sports
  • The Celtics won 106-93 against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Three of the NBA Playoffs on Saturday. The C’s lead the series 2-1. Game Four takes place tonight at 7 p.m —catch it on TNT. (NBA)
Coming Soon
  • A new location of Phinista Cafe will open in Porter Square, taking over the former Zoe Acai Bar & Juicery space on Massachusetts Avenue. Stop by for Vietnamese fare such as bahn mi, crepes, rice bowls, coffee, and tea. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Sports
  • Eliot Wolf is officially the Patriots’ executive vice president of player personnel, the team has announced. Joining the organization in 2020, Wolf came on as a consultant, followed by a promotion to director of scouting in 2022. Wolf has also served as the Pats’ de facto general manager following Bill Belichick’s departure. (Boston.com)
Legacy
  • Chef and restaurateur Jasper White has died. After running several hotel kitchens with chef Lydia Shire, White opened the renowned Jasper’s Restaurant in 1983. Closing after 12 years, White opened Jasper White’s Summer Shack in 2000– expanding to locations in the Back Bay and Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut. (WCVB)
Number
  • $610. That’s how much the MBTA is paying per hour to a consulting firm to advise on budget issues. As the T is facing a $628 million budget gap for its next fiscal year, Ernst & Young will research possible transportation funding methods in Massachusetts. (Boston Globe)
Biz
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Eat

Food

CanalSide Food + Drink coming this fall
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Image courtesy of CanalSide at CambridgeSide
A new food hall is heading to Cambridge this fall.

CanalSide Food + Drink is coming to the reimagined CambridgeSide with eateries and bars across a wide variety of cuisines.

Fourteen restaurants are set to debut in the space, including:
  • anoush’ella | Eastern Mediterranean street cuisine.
  • Caffé Nero | Coffee, tea, and European-style pastries.
  • Chilacates | Mexican street food.
  • Fresh | Sandwiches, salads, and açaí bowls.
  • InChu | Asian fusion cuisine in bowls.
  • Lala’s Neapolitan-ish Pizza | Naturally leavened pizza.
  • Nu Burger | Burgers, fried chicken, and side dishes.
  • Teazzi Tea Shop | Bubble teas, milk teas, and smoothies.
There will also be a centralized bar serving beer, wine, and craft cocktails.
The Buy
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Answered

We asked: “In what decade was Mount Auburn Cemetery founded?”
Mt. Auburn Cemetery was founded in the 1830s.
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The Wrap
 
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Did you know that today marks the first day of American Craft Beer Week? From May 13-19, discover and enjoy craft brews at beer gardens near you, including the brand-new Night Shift on the Greenway.

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