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Memorial Day weekend events around Boston

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:56:07 GMT

Yay, three day weekend! Unfortunately, the weather may not be prime for an outdoor barbecue, but don't fear-- here are other events happening around Boston this Memorial Day weekend.

Chat transcript: Weekend events on Friday at 11 a.m.

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:21:23 GMT

OK. So the weather may not be a fabulous 80 degrees of sunshine, but we're still getting a three day weekend. That's worth celebrating, right? Join us for a discussion on all things weekend related.

Weekend event picks, May 24-26

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:05:49 GMT

From left: Suitcase Junket is at Club Passim's campfire. festival; Open House at Community Boating (Wendy Maeda, Globe Staff); Kate Shindle is in "Rapture, Blister, Burn" at the Huntington (Jonathan Wiggs, Globe Staff) Making plans? Short on ideas? No...

Weekend event picks, May 17-19

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:24:41 GMT

From left: "Pirates of Penzance" (Matthew Gregory Hollis); "Dead Sea Scrolls" exhibit (Darryl Moran, Franklin Institute); Prometheus Dance (Donny Zaltzberg) Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See Milva DiDomizio and June Wulff's picks for the top things to...

PorchFest in Somerville, May 18

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:36:02 GMT

From left: Second Line Social Aid and Pleasure Society (Aram Boghosian, Boston Globe); Tim Gearan; Cat Sounds The weather forecast looks great for PorchFest, featuring more than 100 musical acts picking, strumming, and singing on porches all over Somerville....

Radio 92.9 EarthFest, May 18

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:53:51 GMT

Cracker will perform at EarthFest The annual fest in honor of Planet Earth celebrates its 20th anniversary with a line-up that includes Vertical Horizon, Cracker, Gentlemen Hall, Fastball, and Camper Van Beethoven. Radio 92.9 EarthFest presented by Whole Foods...

Together Festival, combining music, art, and technology, launches May 12

Thu, 09 May 2013 22:18:39 GMT

Together Festiva, a week-long music and technology event based in Cambridge, will feature musical performances, as well as screenings, exhibitions, and trade shows. It will run May 12-19.

Chat transcript: Weekend events chat with Swati Sharma

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:01:48 GMT

Looking to find some fun activities this weekend? Have you planned the perfect Mother's Day brunch? Let's chat and make sure you're all set to have a fantastic May weekend at 11 a.m. Friday.

Weekend event picks, May 10-12

Wed, 08 May 2013 18:12:28 GMT

Bacon Brothers are at the Wilbur on Friday; Lilac Sunday (John Bohn, Globe Staff); Vanessa Trien will be at Sunday's One Family Music Festival Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See Milva DiDomizio and June Wulff's picks for...

Boston Bites Back, May 15

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:19:19 GMT

Marlo Fogelman Ken Oringer and Ming Tsai at Fenway Park Chefs Ken Oringer and Ming Tsai, the Red Sox, Gov. Patrick, Mayor Menino, and Aramark are the brains behind Boston Bites Back. The event raises money for The One...

Memorial Day weekend free at MFA to support Boston

Tue, 07 May 2013 21:17:02 GMT

The Museum of Fine Arts will display love for Boston from around the world during three free days in late May. The Memorial Day weekend events are in support for the city after the attacks on Marathon Monday.

When Words Are Not Enough, May 11

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:51:52 GMT

Weeks have passed since the Boston Marathon bombings, but the healing continues. To help with the process, Emmanuel Church and the Expressive Arts Therapy Department at Lesley University team up for "When Words Are Not Enough." All are invited...

Update: Boston Strong concert tickets sold out

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:56:28 GMT

Richard Drew/AP Update: My Fox Boston reported TD Garden confirmed tickets for the concert sold out within five minutes. Tickets for the mega star-studded May 30 Boston Strong concert at TD Garden go on sale this morning at 10 a.m....

Our picks for celebrating Cinco de Mayo around Boston

Thu, 02 May 2013 04:31:21 GMT

Are you suddenly craving spicy food, salty drinks, and guacamole? That's because it's the beginning of May, and Cinco de Mayo is around the corner. Don't just limit your Mexican-themed celebrations to Sunday. Here are our weekend Cinco de Mayo picks. Arriba!

Chat: Margaritas, mint juleps, and weekend events at 11 a.m.

Wed, 01 May 2013 19:45:13 GMT

We have a big weekend ahead of us: The Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo, and the opening day of SoWa are all happening this first weekend of May. Along with our weekly chat of what's going on this weekend, we...

Weekend event picks, May 3-5

Wed, 01 May 2013 16:09:02 GMT

From left: The cast of "Punk Rock" (Joel W. Benjamin); Mudflat pottery sale (Monica Ripley): Stefanie Powers in "Looped" (Ian Ibbetson) Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See Milva DiDomizio and June Wulff's picks for the top things...

$1 burgers at The Place

Wed, 01 May 2013 15:03:32 GMT

Eric Levin/Elevin Studios Did you know May is National Burger Month? To celebrate, The Place is offering their signature Angus Burger for a buck on Thursdays. The quarter-pounder, which comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, is part of...

Kentucky Derby watching parties

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:26:44 GMT

The Kentucky Derby may be taking place in Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday, May 4, but that shouldn't stop you from having some fun in the Boston area. Grab your big hats, your seersucker attire, and your southern charm this Saturday to cheer on thoroughbreds with mint juleps in hand.

Back Bay restaurant re-openings, April 24

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:47:42 GMT

Russ Mezikofsky Towne is one of the Boylston Street restaurants re-opening today Several restaurants have been closed since the Boston Marathon bombings. Here's a list of some of today's re-openings. Head to Back Bay to enjoy a meal, and...

Free parking in Back Bay, April 24-28

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:29:34 GMT

Pat Greenhouse, Globe Staff Boylston Street, Boston We've been Boston Strong, now it's time to be Boylston Strong. That means heading to the Back Bay to enjoy and support the area's restaurants and businesses. Courtesy of Mayor Menino, you'll...

Weekend event picks, April 26-28

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:18:33 GMT

"Pornocchio" (Michael von Redlich); "Art in Bloom" (Museum of Fine Arts); Sheepshearing Festival (Bruce S. Allen) Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See Milva DiDomizio and June Wulff's picks for the top things to do around the Hub...

Where to have your graduation dinner

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:07:50 GMT

It's time for that one last meal with the family in the Boston area. Are you given the responsibility of finding the restaurant for graduation dinner, which means find a reservation, accommodating large groups, and above all, hoping everyone will be pleased? Here are some ideas for celebrating the big occasion.

Transcript: Chat about Boston Marathon benefits

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:42:51 GMT

In the wake of last week's events, many Bostonians have put together benefits, tributes, and more events to help those affected by the Boston bombings. Interested in taking part? Let's chat about upcoming benefits Tuesday at 11 p.m.

Benefits, charities, and fund-raisers to support Boston Marathon victims

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:50:12 GMT

In the face of this tragedy, we know many of you are looking for ways you can donate, help, and support the victims and the city affected by the two explosions that hit Boston's Back Bay on Marathon Monday. Here,...

Baskin-Robbins Guest Appreciation Days, April 23-25

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:48:42 GMT

As temperatures start to increase, so do cravings for ice cream. Go ahead and indulge at Baskin-Robbins Guest Appreciation Days, offering deals on a wide selection of flavors including Jamoca, Rocky Road, Cherries Jubilee, and Daiquiri Ice. While you're...