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Real Estate

15 miles due west of the city

Weston Estate 1
6 bedrooms and 6+ baths are just the start | Photo via Sotheby’s, Jack Vatcher Photography
According to Robb Report, this six-acre 1920s estate — anchored by a 12,700+ sqft Tudor Revival Mansion — is now on the market in Weston. Color us interested.
Weston Estate 2

The home features original details + updates from architect Peter Pennoyer.

Photo via Sotheby’s, Jack Vatcher Photography

The property, which abuts the Weston Golf Club, is listed by Amy Mizner. Among its features:
  • A spiral grand staircase
  • A wood-paneled library
  • Custom walk-in closets
  • Garage parking for 6 cars
Ready to move in?

Events

Thursday, Aug. 14

2025 Children’s Arts and Crafts Workshops: South End | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Titus Sparrow Park | Free

Berklee Summer in the City | Thursdays in August | 12-1 p.m. | Shops at the Prudential Center | Free

Boston History Tour Pub Crawl | Thursday, Aug. 14-Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 3-5:15 p.m. | Faneuil Hall | $50+

Friday, Aug. 15

The Boston French Film Festival | Friday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 17 | Times vary | MFA |Free for members, $27 for non-members

JP Porchfest Kickoff Party | 8 p.m. | Samuel Adams Boston Brewery | Cost of purchase

Saturday, Aug. 16

Conservation Spotlight: Van Gogh’s Technique | 1:30-2 p.m.| MFA | Free with admission

Sunday, Aug. 17

The Boston Margarita Festival | 12-6 p.m. | The Great American Beer Hall, Medford | $7+

The Wiz | Sunday, Aug. 17 + Wednesday, Aug. 20 | Times vary | Citizens Bank Opera House | $37

Book Swap| 2 p.m. | Porter Square Books, Cambridge | Free

Plan Ahead

Boston Symphony Orchestra: Mozart| Saturday, Sept. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Boston Symphony Hall | $69
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News Notes

Transit

Sunday, Aug. 24 through Saturday, Sept. 27, the MBTA will extend train, bus, and ferry services by an extra hour on Friday and Saturday nights. Fares will be free after 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays during this period.

Concert

Good news for Boston Symphony fans: Tickets for the 2025-2026 season are on sale now. Get ready for an unforgettable season featuring Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony, Dvořák’s New World Symphony, Carlos Simon’s “Good News Mass,” plus bold new collaborations exploring faith, environment, and the evolution of American music. Snag tix.*

Biz

Here’s one to watch. Boston-based AcuityMD — which connects medical device manufacturers with care providers — just made Forbes’ 2025 list of “Next Billion-Dollar Startups.” The company has raised $83 million in equity + estimated 2024 revenue was $18 million.

Development

Earlier this week, The Boston Globe reported that 36% of lab space in the Boston area is currently vacant. Redevelopment of life sciences labs can be costly + difficult — so what do you think we should do with it? Keep scrolling to answer our poll below.

Film

Eight short films are currently hiring for actors and crew in Boston — including “Seula Beag,” which is expected to film for about 3 days in Cape Cod. Apply by Aug. 20. (Boston 25 News)

Civic

In even more transit news — Boston just opened a new $2.5 million commuter ferry at Pier 10, connecting the South Boston Waterfront to Fan Pier and North Station. The year-round service aims to cut traffic, boost access, and offer locals a faster, scenic way to get around. The fare is $5.

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Community

A baby giraffe born at Franklin Park zoo earlier this week was transported to Tufts after carers realized it may not be able to nurse effectively on its own. How big is a giraffe’s baby bottle? See the photos. (WHDH)

Ranked

Boston University ranked No. 43 on LinkedIn’s first-ever list of 50 Top Colleges in the US. The list aims to identify undergraduate programs that best prepare alumni for long term career success.

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Baylor University is suing Boston University over allegations that the use of an interlocking “BU” logo and font treatment violate a 1987 trademark. Do you think the logos look identical? Reply to this email to weigh in. (CBS News)

Asked

How should we repurpose vacant lab space in Boston?


A. We shouldn’t — let’s recruit more companies for R&D
B. Refit for affordable housing (land grant ownership units, subsidized apartments, etc.)
C. Take it down to the studs for luxury condos and apartments
D. Hold those thoughts, I have another idea
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The Buy

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🪫 We never have to worry about dead batteries and missed calls thanks to this portable power bank that can charge up to five devices at once.
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The Wrap

Today is my mother-in-law’s birthday and she’s coming to Boston for the weekend. 🎂 Since she’s a library system director in Virginia, I can’t wait to show her the BPL — here are some of the other items on our list for her first visit.
  • Dinner and live music at the Bebop
  • A Boston stories tour at the MFA
  • Lobster rolls from James Hook & Co.
  • A light hike at the Arnold Arboretum
  • Taking the East Boston ferry over to Tall Ship
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