The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. | Photo via Dave Killen, LandVest
Own a piece of history in Boston — what, like it’s hard? For the first time in 50+ years, the Ebenezer Hancock House, once occupied by Founding Father John Hancock, is up for sale.
Located at 10 Marshall St. along the Freedom Trail, the property is primarily zoned commercial and mixed use, and offers up 12 private offices and 5,748 total sqft.
Castaway: The Afterlife of Plastic | now-Tuesday, Dec. 2 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, Cambridge | $15, free for Harvard ID holders | This photography exhibit “upends expectations” according to the Boston Globe.
Coffee Meetup & Coworking Day | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Founders Hub, 186 South St |$33 | Ticketholders can also use time to collaborate with content creators for headshots or other photo and video content.
Bike Town Pop-Up at Ronan Park | 2:30-4:30 p.m. | 92 Mt Ida Rd, Dorchester | Free| This family-friendly event provides instruction and activities for safe bicycling.
Prosecco Picnic | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Long Wharf South | $92 | Take the ferry from Boston Harbor, and enjoy a curated picnic dinner, cash oyster bar, and after-hours access to Spectacle Island.
South Street Fiesta | Recurs July 24 + 31| 6-9 p.m. | South Street, Jamaica Plain | Cost of purchase | Enjoy outdoor concerts, dancing, food stalls, and discounts from local JP shops.
Candlelight Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel | 7-8:15 p.m. | The Chapel, Old South Church in Boston | $46 | Come for an orchestral rendition of the duo’s most-loved songs — doors open 45 minutes before show time.
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Another heat emergency is in effect through tomorrow, with high humidity across the state + temperature indexes expected to reach the mid-upper 90s in Boston, even overnight. Officials recommend staying indoors when possible + hydrating. (Boston.com)
Trending
Is Boston ready for a WNBA team of its own? Gov. Healey thinks so + City Council adopted a resolution last week put forward by Councillors Brian J. Worrell (district 4), Sharon Durkan (district 8), and Ruthzee Louijeune (at-large). (CBS News)
Watch
Shark week is coming to the New England Aquarium, with classic film screenings July 23-26. Get tickets ($10) for Sharknado, The Meg, and Deep Blue Sea — and keep the fun going at Dockside Beer Garden.
Concert
Country artist Thomas Rhett was the first musical performer to play at Fenway Park in 2013, when he opened for Jason Aldean. Tomorrrow night, July 18, he’ll play a sold-out show in his first performance since. Find resale tickets.(Holler)
Sports
The Belgian Grand Prix will be held Sun., July 27 starting at 8 a.m. EST — join the official Boston watch party at F1 Arcade to meet up with other Formula 1 fans, enjoy unlimited bites, drink tokens, and simulated racing experiences. Tickets start at $29.
Try This
Want even more to do this weekend? WBUR shared their list — including tap dancing at Riverbend Park in Cambrdige, ArtBeat 2025 in Somerville + the ICA Watershed Block Party.
Regional
Worcester officials passed a measure this week indicating that they will consider implementing city-run grocery stores to combat food insecurity. This type of program could involve collaboration from local nonprofits. What do you think?(WBUR)
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Open Newbury is one of several Open Streets programs planned this year. | Photo by Neslihan Sahinkaya
This week marked the first Open Newbury event of the season. Each Sunday through Sept. 21 (and bonus: Dec. 7), Newbury Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between Berkeley St. and Mass Ave.
Vendors from local shops like Trident and Pavement will bring their wares out to the streets + pedestrians can enjoy live music and demonstrations from local performers like former America’s Got Talent finalist Snap Boogie and portrait artist Nick Shea.
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18 local sandwich shops made the Globe’s “Best of the Best” list last week. We’re adding a few more of our own.
All-Star Sandwich Bar, Cambridge
My friend Phil says to order the Atomic Meatloaf Meltdown, and don’t ask questions.
Berkeley Perk Cafe, South End
I like the True Veggie Sandwich, but you have at least two dozen other options to choose from.
Deluca’s Market, Charles + Newbury Streets
What can I say, I love a quick counter. Try the roast beef, cheddar, and horseradish — andget it on rye.
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