Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. | Graphic by 6AM City
This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15 — meaning it’s a great time to browse our gift guide for parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends. Shop great gifts that say I appreciate you:
Local pick: Boston Celtics Two-Pack 15oz Color Mug Set | $29.99 | When you can’t decide on one mug color, why not two? Plus, we are confident the recent Celtics’ championship makes coffee taste a bit better in these mugs.
Golf practice net | $99.99 | Golfers can perfect their swing before stepping out on the course with this golf net great for backyards, basements, or even the living room.
Personalized photo wallet card | $14.95 | Tug on heartstrings with this engraved metal wallet insert that features your custom message on one side + a meaningful photo on the other.
Local pick: Boston Red Sox ’47 Clean Up Hat | $22.49 | Whether you’re making an early morning run to Dunkin or staying up late to watch a west coast game, this classic hat will never let you down.
Neck + shoulders heating pad | $39.99 | This electric heat wrap helps with back pain, muscle aches, and de-stressing.
Crocs recovery slide | $64.95 | If they already love Crocs, upgrade them to the next best thing: a luxe, comfortable slide that will become their most-worn shoe of the summer.
Custom photo socks | $16.99 | Photos of pets, babies, or any person can be added to these socks that are sure to delight.
Carhartt lunch box | $29.50 | This camping cooler and worksite lunchbox is durable, waterproof, and extra roomy.
Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, insulated cooler fits up to six beer cans.
Explore the Art Lab, Fenway Farms, and PlaySpace at this museum for children. | Photo by @djdamienpaul
We’re not kidding around. From major attractions like the Franklin Park Zoo to moving and grooving at family dance parties, there’s something in Boston for children of all ages.
You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 20+ kid-friendly activities around the city.
☀️ Summer fun
Frog Pond Spray Pool | Through Labor Day, you can bring the kiddos to this outdoor splash pad after walking through the Boston Common. Kids will remember getting splashed by the fountain.
🦁 Animal encounters
Franklin Park Zoo | Take a journey through the tropical forest, tiger exhibit, and giraffe savannah at the city zoo. Kids will remember playing in the Kids’ Corner.
🎳 Indoor adventures
Boston Children’s Museum | The second-oldest children’s museum in the US boasts a Polar Playground, STEAM and Art Labs, and a PlaySpace exhibit for youngsters. Kids will remember building forts with their family.
Boston Symphony Orchestra: Pride Night with Orville Peck | 7:30-10 p.m. | Symphony Hall Boston | $58 | Conductor Keith Lockhart is joined by special guest Orville Peck, a popular outlaw country musician, in this LGBTQ+ celebration.
Friday, June 6
First Friday | Friday, June 6, Friday, July 4 | 5-9 p.m. | SoWa Art & Design District | Free | A new month means another installment of this local gallery hop featuring artists, shops, and showrooms in the SoWa Art + Design District.
The Keith Lockhart 30th Anniversary Concert | 7:30-10 p.m. | Symphony Hall | Celebrate 30 years of Keith Lockhart leading the Boston Pops with special guests Michael Feinstein, Mandy Gonzalez, and Jason Danieley.*
Saturday, June 7
History of Nintendo with One Up Games | Saturday, June 7 | Times vary | Brookline Village Library | Free | Who said video games can’t be educational? Kids (and adults) will love this history lesson about Mario, Link, and the rest of Nintendo.
Boston Music Project Block Party | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Rose Kennedy Greenway | Free | Bring the kids and watch them learn how to play various instruments without shelling out a penny.
Salem Arts Festival | Saturday, June 7-Sunday, June 8 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Peabody Essex Museum, Salem | Free | Stop by this annual festival in its 17th season for a weekend full of local creative artists, music + dancing, food, drinks, and theater performances.
Sunday, June 8
Live Music & Local Flavors | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Boston Public Market | Free | Celebrate a decade of community with local food, drinks, and yard games at the Boston Public Market + this special event features live music from artists like RLETTO.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox | 7:10-10:30 p.m. | Fenway Park | $40+ | We love a good theme, and that’s why this week is so exciting: Monday is Pride Night; Tuesday is Greek American Celebration Night; and Wednesday has free fan towels for the first 7,500 people.
“Mean Girls,” “Happy Gilmore,” and “Elf.” What do these three movies have in common? They will each be screened during Boston Landing’s free outdoor movie nights on Thursdays from June 12 to June 26.
Community
The first round of bridge replacement work on Massachusetts Turnpike at the Interstate 95 interchange is complete, but more work is still on the way. Be prepared for new traffic patterns for three days, beginning Friday, June 20 at 9 p.m. (NBC Boston)
Open
Island Creek Raw Bar is now open and shucking shells in Boston’s Seaport. The menu features fresh Island Creek oysters as well as caviar, New England clam chowder, and tinned fish.
Transit
Next stop: Houghton’s Pond. The MTBA is expanding its service to include the recreation area beginning Saturday, June 21. Rides will run every 90 minutes, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Boston.com)
Coming Soon
Is 1928 Rowes Wharf expanding to Boston’s waterfront? Local reports indicate that as a strong possibility after owners met with city officials for a hearing notice about transforming the former Pasta Beach restaurant. (NBC Boston)
Ranked
Massachusetts was ranked the best state economy in the US by WalletHub. Our favorite stat? The state was also ranked No. 1 for innovation potential — something we are very fond of at BOStoday.
Try This
Beat the heat this summer and do so with a view at The Colonnade Hotel‘s rooftop pool. It officially opened for the season, and the public can visit Monday through Thursday + Sunday after 1 p.m.
Seasonal
Summer’s more fun when you can actually hear it. Whether it’s ocean waves or outdoor movies, get back in the moment with this crowd-favorite hearing aid that packs dual processing tech for the ultimate clarity. Bonus: The 45-day trial means no risk if you’re not into it.*
Shop
Mood’s THC gummies take effect in as little as five minutes — no lighter, lingering smells, or coughing required. Get 20% off your first order with code FIRST20.†*
History
History
Where Boston’s past meets modern comfort
Presented by Omni Parker House
Established in 1855, the hotel is considered “America’s Longest Continuously Operating Hotel.” | Photos courtesy of Omni Parker House
Step into the story of Boston when the newly reimagined Omni Parker House makes its debut this summer.
As the birthplace of the Boston Cream Pie and Parker House Roll, this landmark hotel is where history and hospitality meet — and has long been a hub of culinary and cultural firsts.
Other notable historical moments include when Charles Dickens gave his first American reading of A Christmas Carol here, and when John F. Kennedy held his first public speech in the Press Room and proposed at Table 40 in Parker’s Restaurant.
Now, you can be part of this living history with the Rebirth of a Legend package. Enjoy a stay in a newly renovated guestroom, savor their iconic Boston Cream Pie at The Last Hurrah + immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic landmark through Heaven, by Hotel Standards, a captivating chronicle by our esteemed House Historian, Susan Wilson.
Located near Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail + more, Omni Parker House is where Boston’s past and present come to life.
This best-selling bath mat. When was the last time you replaced the mats in your bathroom? If you’re anything like us, it’s been too long. Consider this your sign to upgrade. We love this one that features a soft, ultra-absorbent design and comes in multiple colors and sizes for easily mixing + matching.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
If it felt like it rained every single day last month, that’s because it nearly did. In fact, Boston nearly set a new record for the state. Meteorologist said last month was the fifth wettest May in Massachusetts history.
}})
}})
