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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


Latest Stories

Longform

Is Candlepin Bowling a Dying Pastime?

In the shadow of gleaming new condos, the close-knit community inside Eastie’s Central Park Lanes tries to keep its 67-year-old league alive. When the last pin finally falls, what happens to the social connections that once brought neighbors together?

Q&A

Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, and Hong Chau Talk “The Instigators”

The three co-stars discuss buddy-movie classics, Dunkin’, and how their new film is “a love letter to Boston attitudes.”

Excerpt

The Art of Listening: What I Learned from Women

Be unforgettable, know what you’re willing to sacrifice, and never, ever give up: In an excerpt from his latest book, contributing editor John D. Spooner shares wisdom from the remarkable women in his life.

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Get Your Tickets for Best of Boston Soirée 2024 Here

Come join us for our golden anniversary party at Roadrunner in Boston.

Profiles

The Enduring Imagination of Henry Bear’s Park

This local toy store chainlet has succeeded for 48 years by centering creativity in play.

News

We’re So Grateful Wally’s Café Jazz Club Still Exists

This 77-year-old family-run South End venue—where Billie Holiday performed and Bill Murray cavorted—is truly the best of Boston’s best.


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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.


News

Lana del Rey Weathered a Thunderstorm to Headline Fenway Park

Your favorite artist’s artist brought out special guests (Quavo!)—and lots of bows.

Q&A

Activist Jimmy Hills of “Java with Jimmy” on Success, Positivity and Coffee

The activist and livestreamer who’s become “something of an influencer” is fully caffeinated and ready to take on Boston, one interview at a time.

Humor

Why I’m Ready to Break Up With Summer

School’s out, but fun is definitely not in. Why I’m done with every kid’s favorite season of the year.

Guides

Five Places to Take Sailing Lessons in Boston

Whether you’re a rookie or a salty dog, your sailboat journey starts here.

News

A Brief But Affectionate History of Boston Calling Music Festival

Twelve installments, 11 years, and one little City Hall concert that became a destination festival.

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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.


Q&A

Bestselling Author Sebastian Junger on PTSD, Mortality, and His Near-Death Experience in Truro

After writing about shipwrecks, war, and a serial killer, The Perfect Storm storyteller’s latest book delves into something completely new: nearly dying on the Cape.

Guides

A Handy Survival Guide to Boston Calling 2024

What you need to know about the Memorial Day weekend festival is here.

Boston Home

A Rhode Island Artist Paints Timeless Landscapes From a Lace Mill

Amy Wynne extracts colors, shapes, and words from the natural landscapes she loves, then puts them back together in flat, saturated hues, free of fuss.

Guides

Summer Arts Events in Boston: Jewelry & Fashion Collections

Where to go and what to see for your summer arts fix.

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