Wanna take a short trip this weekend? Check out what's happening on the Rhode Island and New Hampshire seacoasts, the Cape and Martha's Vineyard.
Looking for a fast and fun getaway from Somerville this weekend? Summer in New England is filled with options. Check out what's happening this weekend in a few favorite summer spots: Weather: There's a slight chance of thunderstorms on Saturday, with highs around 83. On Sunday, temperatures will be in the mid 70s, and there's a slight chance of showers. Historical Train Station Museum and Scenic Train Rides Take a train ride through the cranberry bogs and marshlands of Cape Cod, including trips across the Cape Cod Canal, and visit an historical train station and museum. The Cape Cod Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, in West Barnstable, is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays, and trains depart at 9:25 a.m. and 12:25 p…
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Five things to do in Boston this weekend.
HOT TIP: Mayor Menino's Office Announces Discounts On Holiday Tickets, Restaurants) 1. TOWER OF POWER: Get your urban soul on when Tower of Power plays the Wilbur Theatre, Saturday at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40-$75. 2. ROMEO AND JULIET: The Boston Ballet performs this classic at the Boston Opera House Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. Tickets are $25-$135. 3.) BOSTON ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL: Several theaters in Boston and surrounding areas are hosting this over the weekend, including AMC Lowes Theater at 175 Tremont St. and the Paramount Center, 559 Washington St. Ticket packages are available online. 4.) MACBETH: Guiseppe Verde's interpretation of Shakespeare's classic is reinterpreted into a sinister, …
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Fun Events for Thu, Sept. 15 - Sun, Sept 18.
MAGNERS TASTING Where/When: Back Bay Social Club, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Why Go: Magners is delicious. And we're not just saying that because we went to Austria when we were 19 and drank a whole lot of it. Okay, we are. But we've always had very discerning taste... Pricing: Free MEET DAVID RAKOFF, AUTHOR OF "HALF EMPTY" Where/When: BPL, Thursday, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Why Go: As you might have guessed from the title of his latest collection of essays, Rakoff is a "half empty" kind of guy. We don't know about you, but we think a little negativity (or a lot, in Rakoff's case) can be refreshing once in a while. Especially when it's so well-written. Pricing: Free NIKOLAS METAXAS Where/When: Cafe 939, Friday, 8 p.m. Why Go: We've heard Metaxas's …
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Fun events for Thu, Aug. 4 - Sat. Aug. 6.
BOSTON BASH FOR 2ND ANNUAL KIEHL'S LIFERIDE Where/When: Kiehl's, Thursday, 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Why Go: BBQ, cupcakes and possible celeb sightings? We're down. Tiffani Faison of the soon-to-open Sweet Cheeks and Sweet join up to celebrate the Boston stop of Kiehl’s LifeRide for amfAR, a charity motorcycle ride from Philadelphia to NYC. Kiehl's is also offering 15 percent off all products. Read the story here. Pricing: Free TASTES OF SUMMER TO BENEFIT MELANIE FINLEY OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION Where/When: CoSo Art Gallery, Thursday, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Why Go: Join the Melanie Finley Ovarian Cancer Foundation for a night of summery snacks, drinks and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the foundation. Purchase tickets here. …
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Fun events for Thursday, June 9 - Sunday, June 12
BOSTON PRIDE BLOCK PARTY Where/When: Stuart Street, Sunday, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Why Go: Live music and performances, over 100 vendors, a Family Fun Zone and, of course, the parade, make this yearly event a must-go. More info available here. Pricing: $10, free entry before 2 p.m. BOSTON FIRE LOCAL 718 CHARITY BBQ & BACHELOR AUCTION Where/When: Dillon’s, Thursday, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Why Go: Two complimentary drinks, a cookout, and the chance to bid on a date with one of Boston's finest? How could we say no? All proceeds benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Bachelor auction starts at 8 p.m. We've also got a sneak peek at some of the, shall we say bidding items. Pricing: $10 BRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER - VIP CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH Where/When: …
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