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Hello Boston! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Bridge detours, free Shakespeare, and Little League sectionals + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Boston expansion in focus: Stoughton-based Collegium Pharmaceutical will relocate its headquarters to One Lincoln in downtown Boston in early 2027, signaling confidence after reporting nearly 20% revenue growth over the last year -- read the full story.
Bridge work reshapes traffic: West Roxbury Parkway Bridge is closed through December, rerouting traffic. Needham Line will pause late Friday through Sunday, with shuttles and bus routes 35, 36, 37 recommended -- see the bridge detours.
Road to regionals begins: District champs compete this week at West Roxbury's Pratt Field in the Little League Section 3 tournament, winner advances to the state tournament July 30 to August 2 in Holden -- see the tournament details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Brunch that delivers: Skip the overhyped spots and slide into Cafe Bonjour for avocado tartine, sweet or savory crepes, shakshuka, and actually-good coffee, all with a cozy Downtown Crossing vibe. Consider it your midweek sanity saver when eggs and carbs are non-negotiable.
South End style refresh: Whether you’re finally replacing that lumpy sofa or dialing in a cool, modern mix, Lekker Home nails the curated, design-forward vibe without the fuss. Pop into the South End showroom to test-drive textures, get thoughtful guidance, and leave plotting a living space that actually feels like you.
Eastie skyline reset: Trade your couch for LoPresti Park, where the harbor breeze, downtown views, and a waterfront promenade make even a Tuesday feel like a mini vacation. Shoot hoops, let the kids loose on the playground, then linger as the lights flick on across the city.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎨 Face Painting @ Somerville Public Library - West Branch | Wednesday (7/22) at 3:30 PM – Take a breather at West for delightfully low-pressure face painting, where kids become butterflies, adults get a subtle flourish, and the artists get some practice, no promises. Drop-in, neighborly, and just the right amount of chaos between errands, soccer, and pretending to declutter.
🎭 A Midsummer Night's Dream: Free Shakespeare on the Common @ Parkman Bandstand on the Boston Common | Wednesday (7/22) at 8:00 PM – Nothing beats free Shakespeare on the Common, in CSC’s 30th, especially when Midsummer gets a neon festival spin and Puck DJs your love life. Pack a blanket, polite snacks, and dry wit, then enjoy music, mischief, and a classic that knows Boston’s bad habits.
🏠 The Powder House: History Unlocked Drop-in Chats @ Nathan Tufts Park (Somerville) | Thursday (7/23) at 6:00 PM – Think you know why Powder House gets its own rotary? Drop in for casual chats at the old stone landmark, part of History on the Line, and get local lore without the homework, or the tricorne hats. Select Thursdays and Saturdays through October.
🎉 BTS Boston Army Festa Fair 2026 @ Cambridge Foundry | Saturday (7/25) at 11:00 AM – Swing by The Foundry for a free, all-ages BTS/K-pop fair with vendors, food, and ARMY vibes. It is also an official pickup spot for the ARIRANG banner project, Day 1 and Day 2, so collect your goodies, then claim you were just there for lunch.
🏷 Saturdays Panini Album Sticker Trading Event @ Boston Soccer Shop (Cambridge) | Saturday (7/25) at 12:00 PM – Saturday at CambridgeSide means Panini World Cup 26 sticker swap central, with collectors, kids, and quietly competitive parents trading doubles like it is 1994 again. Just by Boston Soccer Shop, albums get patched, a rare might surface, and pure footy nerdery thrives.
🚶 Tour of the Freedom Trail! @ Boston Common Visitor Information Center | Sunday (7/26) at 10:00 AM – If you live here and still only know the Freedom Trail from fourth grade, this tour upgrades the cheat sheet. Stroll past James Otis, Samuel Adams, Phillis Wheatley, and the usual suspects, soak in real stories, and enjoy a locals-friendly 20 percent break.
🎤 Kids Open Mic @ The Burren (Somerville) | Sunday (7/26) at 11:30 AM – Kids Open Mic is handing the stage to 12 to 18-year-olds at one of Boston’s best music rooms, all styles welcome, from solo strummers to full bands. Expect proud parent energy, surprising chops, and zero gym acoustics. Performers sign up early, we bring applause.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Boston report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 57%
A chance of rain showers before 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. West wind 3 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 58°F — Precip: 7%
Sunny, with a high near 79. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. Northwest wind around 3 mph. This house is wildPerched on the 61st floor, this 3-bed, 4.5-bath penthouse collection home adds a den and flex room to its sky-high layout, all framed by 12-foot ceilings and sweeping views of Boston Common, the Charles River, and glowing western sunsets. Christopher Peacock cabinetry, wide-plank oak floors, marble baths, and custom details deliver polished luxury, while 5-star services and standout amenities seal the deal.
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