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Boston’s Public Garden is alive with creativity as an artist showcases vibrant live paintings, with proceeds benefiting local charities. Upcoming events include a Dating Game hosted by Aeronaut Brewing aimed at fostering inclusivity. While excitement thrives, tensions mount over potential strikes by Fenway Park concessions workers over wage demands. Meanwhile, Congress’s funding cuts may affect local radio stations, and Logan Airport revamps to attract Gen Z travelers. U-Haul reports population growth in Boston, and Stow temporarily renames itself ‘Dunkin” for a new store opening, alongside the Museum of Fine Arts preparing for a Van Gogh exhibition.
Boston – Boston’s beloved Public Garden is currently buzzing with creative energy as an artist brings parkgoers to life through stunning live paintings. Proceeds from these artworks are generously donated to local charities, enhancing both the cultural landscape and community support in the area. The artist is also set to be featured at the Foundry on July 25, where proceeds will benefit the Massachusetts Bail Fund, continuing the spirit of giving back.
In addition to artistic endeavors, local social events are thriving in the city. Aeronaut Brewing is set to host the popular Dating Game event on August 11, seeking participants who identify as bi and pansexual. This event continues to foster inclusivity and connection within the community.
Those with a sweet tooth will find plenty of delight as a roundup of ice cream recommendations showcases under-the-radar flavors around Boston. The Ice Creamsmith in Dorchester offers rotating specials like birthday cake and coconut pineapple. Nearby, Gerly’s Ice Cream in Somerville stands out with unique flavor combinations such as fig and goat cheese and is both nut-free and vegan-friendly. Christina’s Homemade Ice Cream in Cambridge features award-winning flavors including ginger and khulfi, plus a summer special of rose petal. Rancatore’s Ice Cream & Yogurt provides family-run quality with exciting options like lemon meringue pie across its multiple locations. The Forge Ice Cream Bar in Somerville serves small-batch varieties, while Picco in the South End combines ice cream with pizza for dual enjoyment. Vinal General Store offers a monthly-changing soft serve flavor—currently a strawberry-vanilla swirl—and Scoop N Scootery boasts elaborate sundaes with late-night delivery until 2 a.m.
As festivities flourish, tension looms over Fenway Park as concessions workers prepare for the potential of a strike. They demand higher wages and protection against kiosk automation, making this the first-ever strike for this group. The union representing these workers has set a deadline for negotiations with Aramark, the food and beverage provider, warning that if an agreement is not reached by noon on Friday, a three-day strike may occur during the sought-after Sox-Dodgers series. The union is also encouraging visitors to support their cause by refraining from purchasing concessions if a strike takes place.
In other news, Congress’s decision to cut federal funding for public media is expected to impact local radio stations, especially in rural areas such as Worcester’s WICN and Provincetown’s WOMR. These cuts could lead to significantly reduced budgets for these stations, which play a crucial role in community engagement and local information dissemination.
Meanwhile, Logan Airport in Boston is undergoing a makeover targeting the Gen Z demographic. The aim is to enhance the overall travel experience by optimizing food offerings and other amenities to attract younger travelers.
Additionally, U-Haul’s latest midyear migration trends report reveals that Boston’s population is growing primarily through an influx of residents from New York, New Hampshire, and Connecticut. Conversely, many people are leaving Boston for cities like Philadelphia and New York.
The World Ocean School is making waves with a “Walk the Plank” fundraiser in Boston Harbor, encouraging participants to raise funds for innovative programs aimed at public school students.
Furthermore, in a fun twist for residents, Stow, Massachusetts will temporarily rename itself “Dunkin’” to mark the reopening of a new Dunkin’ location, ending its previous status as a “Dunkin’ desert” following the closure of two shops in 2022.
Looking ahead, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is gearing up for the exhibition “Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits,” showcasing a collection of 14 paintings along with additional works by the renowned artist. This exhibition will run from March 30 to September 7, 2025, and will include letters exchanged between Van Gogh and the Roulin family. Admission requires a time-entry ticket as part of the general museum admission, with free admission days planned for Massachusetts residents on Memorial Day and Juneteenth. Following its stay in Boston, the exhibition will travel to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
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- MassLive: Van Gogh Exhibition at MFA Boston
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