The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops and the introduction of STEM & Youth Preparedness Workshops for children through the ParkARTS program. Kids ages three to ten can enjoy…
Month: July 2026
XV Beacon named No. 1 City Hotel in Boston
The XV Beacon hotel has been named the No. 1 City Hotel in Boston and No. 1 City Hotel in the United States in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, as voted entirely by readers. XV Beacon, which…
City selects first of three options for new South End Branch Library
The City of Boston has selected the first of three options for the eagerly awaited $32 million redevelopment of the South End Branch Library, with an approach that prioritizes making the least impact on the adjacent park. “The project schedule…
Beacon Hill Architectural Commission Agenda
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on July 16 at 5 p.m. ZOOM: HTTPS://WWW.ZOOMGOV.COM/J/1653776203 Subject of the hearing will be applications for Certifi cates of Design Approval on the agenda below, reviews of architectural violations, and…
13th annual Boston JerkFest
With the FIFA World Cup in full swing and Sail Boston drawing thousands of visitors to the city, the 13th Annual Boston JerkFest turns up the Caribbean heat July 10–12 with its biggest festival yet. Expanding to three days and…
Sail Boston 2026 launches interactive fleet tracker to follow ships in real time
Sail Boston 2026 is proud to announce the launch of its official interactive Fleet Tracker, powered by Aqua Map technology. Designed to enhance the viewing experience for maritime enthusiasts, locals, and visitors, this new tool provides an unparalleled and close-up look at this summer’s historic maritime celebration. …
First aid tips
We recently welcomed new neighbors and their dog to our floor and let them know we had an animal first-aid kit ready if they ever needed it. Since our Poppy is our third Westie, we’ve fostered other Westies, and we…
Governor Healey Proclaims July 5-11 as ‘Hurricane Preparedness Week’
To encourage residents to prepare for tropical storms and hurricanes, Governor Maura Healey has proclaimed July 5 to July 11, 2026, as “Hurricane Preparedness Week” in Massachusetts. During the week-long initiative, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) will share…
Fan expo Boston 2026 returns with legendary comic creators
FAN EXPO Boston, the three-day pop culture extravaganza, is set towelcome 60+ of the world’s top comic creators alongside an all-star lineup of celebrity guests, animation and gaming voice actors, cosplayers, and more at the Thomas Michael Menino Convention and…
International Sand Sculpting Festival returns with ‘Boston Welcomes the World’ theme
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is back! Now entering its 22nd year, the highly anticipated summer event will take over the shores of America’s first public beach from July 17 to July 19. This year’s festival theme is…