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Guides

Things to Do This Week in Boston

All-you-can-eat ice cream for charity (Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl), SNL cast and writers doing improv (Improv With My Friends From Work), and the year’s biggest Pride parade.


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Personal Essay

A Chess Cheating Scandal, Emma Stone, and My Next Book

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Q&A

New England Finally Has Its Own Real Housewives—and They’re Incredible

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News

The A.R.T. Is Turning “Black Swan” into a Musical


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Boston Home

A Doctor Paints Motherhood in an Arlington Barn

Family doctor and painter Eva Zasloff creates tender abstractions in a 19th-century barn in Arlington.

Guides

Where to See Harbor Seals in Massachusetts

Four great places to spot the marine mammals frolicking in the water and on the beach.

News

The New England Aquarium Is World-Class Retirement Home Now

Yes, we attended a seal birthday party, and yes, it was delightful.

News

Best of Boston 2025: Readers’ Poll Winners

You have spoken, and you have feelings about coffee shops, politicians, and bagels.

News

Best of Boston 2025 Is Here

With more than 250 winners in nine categories, here’s your annual guide to everything worth your time and money right now.

Boston Home

Four Art and Design Books for Your Summer 2025 Reading List

The big story behind a tiny house, recipes that capture culinary finds on Martha’s Vineyard, an inside look at the Frick Collection, and more.


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Best of Boston, arts and city life

Best of Boston, arts and city life

Including theaters, museum options, and other ways to explore the city.

18 Essential Boston Movies

18 Essential Boston Movies

Our city’s rich cinematic history goes way beyond Matt Damon.


Humor

What Should Be the Official Rock Song of Massachusetts?

We already have songs in seven categories: generic, patriotic, folk, glee club, ceremonial march, ode, and polka. So do we really need a rock song?

News

The Taylor Swift Eras Tour of Science Comes to Boston

World-renowned professor Brian Cox sheds light on the mysteries of the universe at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre.

Q&A

Keith Lockhart Is Still Working on His “Death Face” After 30 Years

The conductor talks celebrates his third decade with the Boston Pops exactly as you’d expect—by throwing a yearlong bash that kicks off this month.

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News

Boston’s Queer Festival Takeover Is the Feel-Good Story 2025 Desperately Needs

This week’s Big Queer Food Fest and the Outloud Music Festival in June show off the city’s inclusiveness—and good taste.

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Guides

The Prettiest Gardens to Visit in Boston and Beyond in Spring, Summer, and Fall

Take a stroll, why don’t you?

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Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

From theater to pop concerts to comedy stars, don't miss our monthly list.


News

Yay, America! Where to See Serious Men Pretending to Revolt in Greater Boston This Spring

We’re doing really great as a nation, so it seems like the perfect time to celebrate our history with some tricorn hats, horses, and Minute Men re-enactments.

Opinion

Best of Boston 2025: We Want Your Local Favorites

Best sushi? Best movie theater? Best spa? Tell us your favorite places to eat, unwind, and play across the city.

Guides

14 Things We Can’t Wait to Do This Spring and Early Summer

A highly subjective list of the concerts, shows, and experiences you shouldn’t miss this season.

Guides

18 Essential Boston Movies

Our city’s rich cinematic history goes way beyond Matt Damon.

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