Month: May 2024
Reimagined West End Museum Reopens to Public
A thoroughly reimagined West End Museum welcomed the public back for the first time in more than two years on Thursday, May 24. “We’re so proud to have it open, and to be able to show this space, and to…
IBA Breaks Ground on La CASA
Special to Sun Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA), held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, May 23, commemorating the start of construction on La CASA: The Center for Arts, Self-determination, and Activism on West Newton Street in the South End. I…
Sugar, Spice & Everything (N)ice From Boston Public Market
Just in time for spring, Boston Public Market announces its three newest vendors: Curio Spice Co., Parlott Chocolatier, and Oohjacquelina Jewelry. Together, these three women-owned and operated businesses contribute a spicy, sweet, and sparkling presence to Boston’s preeminent collection of New England artisans and food…
Boston Places 14th on Annual Trust for Public Land ParkScore Index, Boosted by Strong Scores for Park Access
Special to the Sun Trust for Public Land announced Boston was rated the nation’s 14th best big-city park system by the 2024 ParkScore® index,® dipping slightly below last year’s 10th place finish. Atop the ParkScore rankings, Washington, DC, retained the…
Congratulations to the Class of 2024
A high school graduation is a singular event in the life of every community, where almost everybody knows one of the graduates or their families. All of us share in the happiness and sense of achievement of our young people…
Driverless Cars: We Can’t Wait!
We recently returned from a trip to San Francisco to visit our daughter and got the chance to ride in the driverless taxis from Waymo, the company owned by Google, which has been operating in San Francisco and Phoenix for…
Annie Fields Garden Among Hidden Gardens Tour Highlights
Annie Fields Garden, the large garden off Charles River Square created by renowned horticulturist and writer Annie Fields, was among the highlights of this year’s Hidden Garden Tour. With its meandering pathways, along with benches and other quiet places to…
City To Start Work on Boylston Street Bike Lane In Coming Weeks
As part of 10 new miles of bike lanes the city intends to create over the next year, construction is expected to start soon on a one-way, separated bike lane on Boylston Street between Arlington Street and Massachusetts Avenue. “Today,…
Wu Announces City’s Plan for a Safe, Healthy and Active Summer
Special to the Sun Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City of Boston’s comprehensive plan for a safe, healthy, and active summer in all Boston neighborhoods. This year’s summer safety plan will serve as the foundation for the City’s ongoing, year-round…