Let’s kick things off on an interesting note — did you see that a flamingo was spotted in Cape Cod again? It’s believed to be the same flamingo that appeared on the beach back in June. We hope we’re around to catch its next visit.
Take in skyline views with a delicious drink in hand at Lifted. | Courtesy of Omni Hotels & Resorts
Drink Up Week is finally here, and we have a feeling it’ll be the toast of the town.
Here’s the tea — we’re celebrating Drink Up Week sponsored by Lifted Rooftop Restaurant & Bar from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, tipping our hats to the buzziest entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and beverages across Boston.
We asked local businesses to participate in Drink Up Week by offering drink deals for our readers. They poured their all into the task — and the deals, well, they’re flowing.
Presenting: BOStoday’s interactive map of Drink Up Deals across Boston for our readers to bookmark, including must-grab deals like:
This content is sponsored by Lifted Rooftop Restaurant & Bar. Elevate summer with curated cocktails, fusion flavors, and skyline views at Lifted, located on the fifth floor of the Omni Seaport.
New England Revolution vs. FC Dallas | Saturday, July 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Pl., Foxborough | $22-$127 | Cheer on the Revolution as they take on a Western Conference foe.
O.A.R. Summer Tour 24 | Saturday, July 20 | 6:30 p.m. | Leader Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston | $54-$715 | Hear the rock band perform some of their biggest hits, including “Love and Memories” and “Shattered.”
“House of the Dragon” Screenings | Sunday, July 21 | 8:30-10 p.m. | Lamplighter Brewing Co., 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free | Cue the HBO intro — watch the dragons and drama unfold in the back tap room with games and dragon-inspired beer flights.
Central Square Cambridge Food and Mural Arts Tour | Sunday, July 21 | 12-2:30 p.m. | Central Square Meeting Location, 765 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge | $80 | Unleash your inner art + food critic on this exploration of Central Square.
Plan Ahead
Vitamin Sea Brewing Summer Beer Garden | Wednesday, July 24 | 2-8:30 p.m. | Termeer Square, 650 E. Kendall St., Cambridge | Free | The brewery’s summer beer garden is primed with shaded outdoor seating, string lights, music, and the occasional special event.
Blue Man Group Charles Playhouse | Friday, July 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston | $49-$95 | Check out the famous Blue Men in this stage performance filled with music, humor, and entertainment.
Climb 4 Climate Boston 2024 | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Harvard Stadium, 79 N Harvard St, Allston | $25 - $40 | Join Climb 4 Climate’s inaugural stair-climbing event, where participants will ascend 30 rows across all 37 sections of Harvard Stadium to support the fight against climate change.*
If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Gracenote or taking a stroll in Boston Common still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.
While Boston has many excellent, local mental health counselors, therapists, and resources, if you’re looking for a therapy option completely online — available in as little as 24 hours, and at a 25% off discount — BetterHelp can, well, help.
Dine Out Boston, which brings discounted prices to select restaurants across the city, returns from Sunday, Aug. 4 to Saturday, Aug. 17. Browse participating restaurants based on region, cuisine, and price.
Drink
The Sipsmith Gin pop-up is taking over Woods Hill Pier 4 from Thursday, July 25 to Friday, Aug. 3. The bar will be on the patio with panoramic views of the Boston Harbor, featuring cocktails with their London Dry, Lemon Drizzle, and Strawberry Smash gins.
Real Estate
Celtics star Jaylen Brown put his recently remodeled Seaport penthouse on the market for $4.75 million. Check out photos of the industrial-style apartment, which features three bedrooms + three bathrooms. (Boston Magazine)
Open
PRB Boulangerie, a Boston-based French bakery, is the newest kitchen to join Time Out Market Boston. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
It takes a village, as they say. As proud Bostonians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died.
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Finance
If your Saturday consists of mowing the lawn, deep-cleaning the patio, or heading to Home Depot, here’s one more responsible task to add to your to-do list: Move your credit card debt. This card offers 0% interest on a balance transfer until nearly 2026, plus 2% cash back on purchases.*
Take a walk through the Public Garden | Photo via @thepieddogwalker
Round of a-paws, please. From pup-friendly patios to spoiling your pup with a trip to the Polkadog Bakery, it makes sense that Boston is filled with a plethora of parks and watering holes where you can bring your pooch.
🐾 New “Dog-Friendly Spaces” Variance
The City of Boston has a special variance in place for approved businesses to welcome leashed dogs in outdoor spaces. Here are a few spots that have been approved:
Aeronaut Brewery, 267 Western Ave. | Head to Allston to enjoy this colorful patio with a cold beer.
Castle Island Brewing, 10 Old Colony Ave. | The South Boston brewery is located next door to Shy Bird, which also has a pet-friendly patio.
A water bottle organizer to transform your cluttered kitchen cabinet into a functional, organized space. We like: the bamboo material and how labels come included.
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