The South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade/Evacuation Day Returns March 15

The South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade/Evacuation Day honors two different aspects of Boston history. Most obviously, the parade celebrates and commemorates the Irish-American heritage of one of Boston’s most prominent immigrant groups. Second, the event remembers the night of March 4, 1776, when Colonel Henry Knox heroically transported 59...

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Valentine’s Day Recipes for a Sweet (and Savory) February 14

A bouquet of red roses, a day at the spa, a framed photo of the two of you… Any of the above would make a fine Valentine’s Day gift, but everyone knows that the most direct way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! So if there’s one day out...

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day With an Odyssey Dinner Cruise

Tired of the same old dinner and a movie? This Valentine’s Day, upgrade your celebration and take your date on a fun and fancy dinner cruise with Odyssey. As part of the three-hour cruise on Boston Harbor, you’ll get gorgeous views of the skyline and the waterfront. All the decks...

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Add a Visit to the New England Aquarium to Your Winter Bucket List

Visiting the New England Aquarium is like a mini vacation during the unforgiving winter, so consider a membership to make frequent visits. Being so close to the ocean, you can expect exhibits that are incredibly close to the real-life habitats of its hundreds of animal species. Don’t miss out on...

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Simple Tips to Help You Stick With a New Year’s Resolution

Making a New Year’s resolution is easy—sticking to it is a whole lot harder! But with a little perseverance and a whole lot of planning, you can be on your way to making your goals for 2020 a reality, whether you’ve resolved to be more mindful of your budget, you’re...

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DIY Holiday Gift Ideas They’ll Be Delighted to Unwrap

They say it’s better to give than receive, but living up to the old adage can be expensive. This holiday season, keep your wallet full—and your stress level at a minimum—by going the DIY route with your gift-giving. You don’t have to be an expert crafter or pro chef to...

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‘The Nutcracker’ Has Returned to Citizens Bank Opera House

For one of the most spectacular showings of The Nutcracker in the United States, you must go see the Boston Ballet’s rendition this season; we’re lucky to have this incredible show right in our backyard! This age-old holiday story truly comes to life on stage and with each sugar plum fairy and...

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Thanksgiving Dinner Is Served! Essential Hosting Tips for Renters

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you’re probably starting to make your holiday plans. And if those plans include hosting the big meal at your apartment, you might also be panicking about how you’re going to accommodate everyone. But don’t worry—just a few of these small tweaks will get your...

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Boston Volvo Thanksgiving Day 5K: Race for a Great Cause

Kick-off your Thanksgiving Day with a little movement at the Boston Volvo Thanksgiving Day 5K in Allston. The event is not only a festive, healthy way to start your holiday with family and friends, but it’s a way to give back, as the race proceeds are donated to the National...

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No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating DIYs for Grown-Ups

Carving a jack-o-lantern may have been fun when you were a youngster—but that was before you were the one in charge of cleaning up. Times have changed, and so have your tastes. So here are a few sophisticated DIY projects you can try with your pumpkins this year. Chalkboard Pumpkins...

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