Join a row of historic townhomes on Commonwealth Avenue. | Photo via Google Maps
Centuries old, historic locations, and monumental price tags. That’s what these multi-million dollar homes all have in common, landing them as the most expensive single-family homes in Boston.
Neil deGrasse Tyson: “Astronomy Bizarre” | 7:30 p.m. | Wilbur Theatre | $49+ | The astrophysicist, author, and science expert discusses mind-bending topics like black holes and dark matter.
Friday, March 21
Tommy Richman | 7 p.m. | Paradise Rock Club | $20 | Throw some cash on this one — the singer + rapper known for his viral hit “Million Dollar Baby” performs “The Coyote Tour.”
Saturday, March 22
6th Annual Bow Market Book Fair | 10 a.m. | Bow Market | Free | Enjoy bookseller pop-ups, a cookbook swap, author signings, workshops, and storytime for the kids at this fun community event.
An Evening With Lisa Genova | 7-8:30 p.m. | Hummingbird Books | $37 | Author Lisa Genova discusses her new novel, “More or Less Maddy,” about a young woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is pursuing a career in stand-up comedy.
Tuesday, March 25
“Friends” Trivia | Tuesday, March 25 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Central Perk Coffee Co. | Free | Test your knowledge of the NYC gang while enjoying coffee, cocktails + small bites inspired by the iconic TV sitcom.
Three words for you: treat yo’ self. | Photos: Leo Diaz
Still looking for those perfectly sunny summer vacay plans? The freshly renovated Seagate at Delray Beach is waiting to welcome you for a week of memories (or seven days of nonstop me-time).
The Seagate lets you escape to tropical white sand beaches, crystal-blue ocean-front views, and high-end amenities — all without a passport.
While Delray has plenty to explore, it’s easy to fill your itinerary with unique experiences without ever leaving Seagate grounds.
Massachusetts highways were ranked No. 40 in the nation for overall cost-effectiveness and condition. Researchers noted that local drivers spend an average of 95 hours per year stuck in traffic, ranking the Bay State to No. 49 in the US for traffic congestion.
Small Biz
Good things come in small packages. We’ll be celebrating Small Business Week, an initiative to highlight our city’s local enterprises from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. If you own a local small business, join us by filling out a form about your business.
Sports
BOS Nation, no more. Boston’s NWSL team has changed its name to Coming Soon FC after fan feedback from a survey. The teamsaid they’re happy for the community’s input and are excited for their name. (MassLive)
Watch
When was the last time you saw a black bear chase two goats? Answer: Today. That’s what happened in a Westborough backyard, and it was all caught on an outdoor security camera. MassWildlife offered safety tips so hopefully you don’t end up with one near your home too.
Drink
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. The average workday now ends at 4:39 p.m., according to recent data from ActivTrak that tracked the workplace behaviors of 200,000+ employees. Sounds like 21 more minutes for an after-work drink to us. (Bloomberg)
Stat
0%. That’s how much interest this card offers into 2026 — no wonder experts call it “hands down” one of “the best balance transfer cards."*
Outdoors
With spring comes outdoor concerts + music festivals — luckily, these hearing aids are the world’s first with multi-stream processing, designed to help you engage in conversations effortlessly (even in noisy environments, like that must-see show).*
Stat
Every six seconds. That’s how often a pet owner spends $1,000+ in unforeseen care costs for their fur baby. Pet insurance could cover up to 90% of these costs — find the right plan.*
Job
We’re hiring a creative and dynamic Newsletter Editor to join the team for our sister market, NOVAtoday, and craft daily, hyper-local content for Northern Virginia. We’ve got the perks just for you: competitive salary, 401K with company match of 4%, and so much more. Apply now.
Biz
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We’re sharing everything from the free MassArt Art Museum to the Waterworks Museum in Chestnut Hill. | Photo by @waiyo.daiyo
Museums are the cultural hubs of Massachusetts. Whether you’re looking to learn something new about our city or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 20+ museums to visit in the Greater Boston area.
Don’t miss: The museum’s seasonal Watershed location in East Boston, which opens in May 2025.
MassArt Art Museum | Free
The contemporary art museum at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design first opened its doors in February 2020. Visit to see curated exhibitions from emerging and well-known artists.
Sports
The Sports Museum | $15-$30
Founded in 1977, this is located inside TD Garden. Head to the information desk to catch a tour and enjoy half a mile of Boston sports memorabilia.
Hey there, BOStoday. I’m Mitch and I’m officially taking over this weekly newsletter in April. Don’t worry — I’m wearing Celtics green as I write this and I’m sipping from a vintage mug depicting the 1989 Boston skyline. In other words, I’m very excited to be here. Stay tuned for more and thanks for reading.
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