Get ready to stock up on your fruits and veggies, Boston.
In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up eight seasonal farmers markets across the city.
Before you head out the door, be sure to check out the markets’ websites + social channels for any schedule or vendor updates. Grab your totes and get to shopping.
Easy access to Copley Square on the Green + Orange MBTA lines | Photo via Mass Farmers Markets
Today is the day — Boston’s biggest farmers market is back with more than 36 local food producers. Stop by and you may see City Editor Jess shopping today.
This local market is helping make fresh, local food accessible to Jamaica Plain + Roxbury with the help of community partners like Community Servings and Bikes Not Bombs. The market will return on Sat., May 21.
Phone eats first at this picturesque market that stretches along the Norfolk Street block, near H-Mart and Graffiti Alley. Opens for the season on Mon., May 16.
This local market is easily accessible from the new Green Line extension beginning this weekend. Face masks will be required from 9-10 a.m. at this market.
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Seaport Summer Market | Fri., May 13 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Seaport Common | Free | Opening day of the new summer series will feature 60+ small businesses in the parking lot right behind Seaport Common.
Deftones | Fri., May 13 | 7 p.m. | Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave. | $35+ | Come watch this Grammy Award-winning alternative rock band, featuring Gojira and Poppy. 🎸
Argentine Tango Milonga | Fri., May 13 | 7 p.m. | Lighthouse Artspace Boston, 130 Columbus Ave. | $39+ | Watch the Argentine Tango Milonga performance + purchase an add on for entrance to the Immersive Klimt exhibition.
Saturday
PorchFest Somerville 2022 | Sat., May 14 | 12-6 p.m. | Somerville, various locations | Free | Explore the porch performances west of Willow beginning at 12 p.m. and head east throughout the day.
Opening Day at Greenway Artisan Market | Sat., May 14 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Rose Kennedy Greenway | Free | Kick off this weekend market season with dozens of artists, makers, and small businesses. 🛍️
Power Beer Fest 2022 | Sat., May 14 | 6 p.m. | Cyclorama, 539 Tremont St. | $10+ | The fundraiser and beer tasting will feature 40 local breweries — proceeds go to the Mass Brewers Guild. 🍺
Sunday
Harvard Square MayFair | Sun., May 15 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Harvard Square, various locations | Free | The 37th annual celebration of spring will feature four stages of live music + an eclectic array of genres.
The Offspring | Sun., May 15 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues | $55+ | Catch the “Let the Bad Times Roll” tour with special guest Radkey. 🎵
Polish Fest | Sun., May 15 | 12-6 p.m. | Polish American Citizens Club, 82 Boston St. | Free | Stop by the family friendly event for perogies, polka, and all things Polish culture.
Brighton Bazaar | Sun., May 15 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Brighton Lodge of Elks, 326 Washington St. | Free | Shop 50 local vendors and enjoy live music at the indoor + outdoor market.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Yesterday, Mayor Michelle Wu introduced a $2 billion plan for Boston Public School facilities, including new construction + renovation projects. The plan will begin with a $605 million investment for new staffing and district wide planning tools to provide improvements for environmental health, justice, and safety for the BPS community.
Development
Officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for a $225 million renovation for Gillette Stadium. The project will bring anew 22,000 sqft video board, rebuild the lighthouse, and enclose the north end of the stadium. Upgrades are expected to be completed before the 2023 season. 🏗️ (Boston Globe)
Travel
MBTA officials announced that expanded service on theFairmount Linewill becomepermanent. The eight daily trips will continue between Readville + South Station every 45 minutes. (WBUR)
The Word
Event Horizon Telescope. That’s the name of the team, which includes researchers from Harvard, that released a photo of a black hole four times the size of the sun. The photo is the first of its kind revealing the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy. 🔭 (Boston Globe)
Number
$306.5 million. That’s the amount the Department of Transportation has collected so far this fiscal year in roadway tolls. The total is approximately $70 million more than this time last year + the local organization predicts it will receive $405 million in toll revenue this fiscal year, ending on June 30. 🚗 (WBZ 4)
Featured
Tatte Bakery + Bolt Coffee in Providence are featured on the 23 Most Beautiful Designed Modern Coffee Shops Around The World list by Architectural Digest. Grab your caffeine fix and a fresh pastry from one of the 20Tatte locations around Boston. ☕
Arts
This December, “Life of Pi” will hit the American Repertory Theater stage. The production of the bestselling book will run through January. (Boston Globe)
Community
The Old North Church — you know, the one that Paul Revere rode to all those years ago — is making history with the announcement of its first female sexton in 300 years. Chelsea Millsap will be in charge of the crypts + taking care of the sanctuary. 🔔 (7 News)
Celebrate
We want to wish a happy birthday (on Saturday) to our teammate Sara, BOStoday City Editor. Know someone who deserves a shoutout? You can purchase a Celebrate listing + make their morning a little bit brighter. Happy birthday, Sara!
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Kick off Pride Month at Sam Adams with a Love Conquers Ale in each hand.
Mark your calendar for the annual Pride Beer Garden Takeover on Thurs., June 2 + Silent Disco Pride Party on Fri., June 10. Tickets are on sale now and a portion of sales will support the Transgender Emergency Fund.
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Editor’s pick:It’s no secret that I love exploring local breweries and trying new brews. What you might not know is the story behind some popular local beer names, like Cloudy Candy from Mighty Squirrel Brewing or Rabbit Rabbit from Lamplighter Brewing.
Rabbit Rabbit’s name is inspired by the Cambridge rabbit population + Cloudy Candy is a combination of the beer’s cloudy appearance and the fruity taste. Find out what’s really behind the name of five more local beers here.
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