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Kennedy Library Community Nights Celebrate the summer at the JFK Library! Head to Columbia Point to celebrate First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s 96th birthday as part of Community Nights! Well-known as a style icon, Mrs. Kennedy was an integral player in the Kennedy administration and revolutionized the role of the First Lady. Learn more about her…
Boston 26, a non-profit organization responsible for FIFA World Cup 26 tournament preparations and celebrations in the Boston region, has enlisted Meet Boston President & CEO Martha J. Sheridan to join its Honorary Board of notable business leaders, to provide strategic guidance and vision as the region gears up to welcome legions of soccer fans for…
Commodore John Barry and Marquis de Lafayette, Catholic military heroes of the American Revolution, are memorialized side by side on Boston Common, in homage to their enormous contributions during the Revolutionary War. Born in September 6, 1757, Lafayette was a French nobleman who volunteered to serve in the Continental Army and soon became a close…
Boston’s Edward L. Logan International Airport was named for General Edward L. Logan (1875-1939), a first generation Irish-American military leader, civic leader and municipal judge with family roots in Ballygar, Galway and South Boston. Edward was the oldest of nine children of Lawrence and Catherine (O’Connor), according to the late Michael Cummings of Milton, an expert on…
Making their debut appearance at the Irish Cultural Centre, The Irish Lads are a high-energy Irish music and dance act that showcases the very best of Ireland’s rich cultural traditions. With electrifying performances, they bring together the driving rhythms of traditional Irish music and the precision of world-class Irish dance. Their dynamic stage presence, infectious energy, and…
Hailing from County Cork, Ireland, Meadhbh Walsh is a 23-year-old Irish folk singer and instrumentalist whose powerful voice and unique blend of traditional and contemporary folk have earned her a dedicated following around the world. After touring extensively in Dubai, Ireland, the UK, Canada, and the United States since 2022, her heartfelt performances and original…
A special group of Irish men and women have been responsible for preservation of the tradition of Irish ballad singing over the past 50 years. Derek Warfield is a distinguished name among them. Derek Warfield and They Young Wolfe Tones are bringing that musical tradition forward with a reverence for Ireland’s past and the energy…
Visitors to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum come from all over the world to be inspired and to remember one of America’s most beloved presidents, Boston native John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the JFK Library sits on a 10-acre site overlooking Boston Harbor…
Do you have a pet? Chances are the answer is yes. Around 66% of U.S. homes include at least one companion animal—that’s 86.9 million households. These homes have included the White House, which dogs, cats, horses, goats, birds, rodents and reptiles have called home. Through objects, photos, letters, recordings, film and interactive display, this exhibit…
The New England Free Jacks won its third consecutive MLR (Major League Rugby) championship this weekend, defeating the Houston SaberCats at the Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket, RI. More than 5,700 fans attended the match. The Free Jacks are the first ever MLR team to win three championship titles and the first to ever go…
History is replete with stories about refugees from around the world coming to Boston, Massachusetts, seeking help from tragedies of historic proportions that were too massive for them to face. Very often they were poorly received, as locals feared the burden these immigrants would have on society. One of the most compelling chapters in the…
Wednesdays: June 18 – August 13, 2025 Enjoy free outdoor weekly music on Wednesday nights this summer at the Milton Parks and Recreation’s Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo in front of Town Hall. It’s a wonderful way to meet your neighbors and friends while enjoying summer sounds and relaxed vibes. Schedule: June 18, 2025…
Bloomsday is a literary celebration held every June 16th in countries, cities, pubs and college campuses around the world. It is a tribute to Ireland’s famous writer, James Joyce’s (1882 – 1941) and his novel Ulysses. First published in 1922, Ulysses follows the movements of the novel’s main character, Leopold Bloom, through a single day…
Celebrating what unites us. Highlight: Ireland Day (rain date: July 27) In collaboration with City of Boston Office of Immigrant Advancement, each program highlights the country of origin of many living and working in the City of Boston and beyond. The celebration builds community, connections and cross-cultural understanding along with gratitude for contributions to life…
November 14 – December 21 Various Dates/Times A Sherlock Carol By Mark Shanahan Directed by Ilyse Robbins Two great classics that go great together. Extra dashes of laughter and intrigue make this cup of yuletide cheer a perfect holiday treat for all. Moriarity is as dead as a doornail. Sherlock Holmes is depressed. Without his…
September 19 – October 19 Our Town By Thornton Wilder Directed by Courtney O’Connor Every minute is a gift. An American classic for our time. The day starts and ends pretty much the same way in Grover’s Corner. Beyond the humdrum of daily life, glimmers of joy, flickers of melancholy, and secret desires are hidden…
The Boston Harbor Hotel is bringing back the popular Summer in the City music series at 70 Rowes Wharf along Boston’s waterfront. The free music concerts take place Tuesdays through Fridays, from June 6 to August 28. Organizers say the the series is returning in 2025 “bigger, bolder and more vibrant than ever, with a fresh…
Head of the Charles Regatta October 17-19, 2025 Cambridge / Boston Since 1965, the Head of the Charles Regatta has brought thousands of rowers to the Charles River to compete in the world’s largest 3-day regatta! More than 11,000 rowers from around the globe are competing in the 2025 Regatta. The regatta attracts over 12,000…
Join the IPC to celebrate Bloomsday and to enjoy the humor, pathos and extraordinary language of the work of James Joyce with theatrical adaptations from his celebrated book, Ulysses, with traditional music by the HCE Trio. If you are not familiar with Joyce, this will be a great introduction. If you already know his work, you…
Kennedy Library Forum The U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (D-MA) discusses ongoing work to close the gender wage gap and support the economic success of women and families, as well as her distinguished career, in commemoration of President Kennedy’s signing of the Equal Pay Act in June of 1963. Errin Haines, Editor-at-Large for The 19th*,…
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, known simply as the T, is one of America’s oldest public transit systems and the largest transit system in Massachusetts. As a division of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), the MBTA provides subway, bus, commuter rail, ferry and paratransit service to eastern Massachusetts and parts of Rhode Island. The ferry service at…
Omni Parker House
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Located in the heart of downtown Boston, the Omni Parker House is an unwavering testament to the city’s storied past and one of America’s most beloved icons. A re-imagined Omni Parker House is being unveiled in summer 2025 leading up to the historic hotel’s 170th anniversary. The distinguished Parker Restaurant is the birthplace of Boston Cream Pie and…
Boston Harbor Hotel
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The majestic Boston Harbor Hotel (BHH) along the city’s waterfront has embarked on a dynamic new chapter in its storied legacy, with a series of bold renovations and an expansive vision for the future. Boston’s only Forbes Five-Star waterfront hotel lives up to its sterling reputation with new meeting and event spaces, elevated wellness offerings,…
MASSPORT CEO Rich Davey and Assistant Director of Customer Service Brenda Corniel At Boston Logan International Airport, everything begins with the credo, “Going Above and Beyond.” Whether its new construction projects, new dining and concession options for travelers, or using technology to make it easier to get to and through Logan Airport, “Going Above and…
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