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Moon Talks & Taste Tests In Somerville

Jun 7, 2026

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Moon Talks & Taste Tests In Somerville

It's started pouring for what's shaping up to be a muggy second half of the week as World Cup fever closes in. We'll have two upcoming days of sunshine though and plenty of incentive to get out and touch grass. The Nova/PBS crew brings science trivia nights to life, moon talks take over Lamplighter (don't forget to ask if the landings are real), and Taste of Somerville grips the city as thousands pack Boynton Yards with more than 50 restaurants, breweries, and vendors for a night of food and live music on Wednesday night. As always, please make sure to check for weather updates on each event link before heading out.

16 Blocks of Carnaval

Jun 5, 2026

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16 Blocks of Carnaval

We're one week away from the start of the World Cup, so get ready for these drops to be filled with everything from watch parties to themed community events and more. Well, the more starts this weekend with Guinness World Records pulling up to MIT as Cambridge joins cities around the world to break a juggling record in unison, and you're invited. If that's not enough, East Somerville will be shutting down 16 blocks as Carnaval fills up the streets with vendors, Brazilian music, live performances and everything in between. Consider this your Sunday traffic jam warning.

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Summer In The Cities

Jun 1, 2026

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Summer In The Cities

The days are running later, and so is the hour I press send on these newsletters, but it's okay because longer days mean more things happening across the twin cities. After an eventful (and overcast) May, the squares are ramping up for World Cup fever, with an influx of global visitors gearing up to catch the big games at the brand new Boston Stadium (yes, the one in Foxborough), outdoor patio parties humming, and Cambridge's second annual dance party readying to be the second biggest boom to hit the Boston area. Enjoy this month's recap, and have a great summer.

Rooftops, Records & Rain Checks

May 31, 2026

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Rooftops, Records & Rain Checks

Who else felt the meteor boom that rocked all of Boston yesterday? This week may not be felt as strong as something NASA clocked at 75,000 mph, but the squares are bringing the energy anyway. Berklee takes the Kendall rooftop for live music sets on Tuesday, Glasshouse goes full summer camp Thursday with a firepit and lawn games, and Open Decks brings records and dancing to Naco Taco to keep the patio vibes going.

Two Festivals, Two Squares

May 28, 2026

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Two Festivals, Two Squares

You know we're getting closer to June when both Harvard AND Davis shut down for street fairs. That, and my building pool finally opening. We'll need our umbrellas handy for potential showers but nonetheless, weekend plans have dropped. Harvard shuts down for the 41st annual MayFair, Davis fills up for the Hong Kong Festival, and CambridgeSide hosts its annual 5K along East Cambridge if your Strava's been looking too quiet.

Kendall Makes A Comeback

May 24, 2026

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Kendall Makes A Comeback

No one likes a rainy long weekend (especially during Memorial Day), yet between the overcast skies, quiet neighborhood roads and empty red line rides, Camberville always has something cooking. Kendall brings the cities back to life on a packed Thursday with the Farmers Market opening at Termeer Square, Froca Fitness launching free outdoor dance classes in the park, and The Independent kicking off summer daiquiri nights.

Long Weekend, Short Commute

May 21, 2026

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Long Weekend, Short Commute

Let everyone else sit in traffic. Memorial Day Weekend means the squares go a little quieter as people live the cities, but not totally off. Friday Garden Levels launches Remnant's summer vinyl series in the beer garden with 2010s bangers. Club Passim celebrates 25 years of its folk festival with sets running all through Memorial Day. Saturday brings Small Mart back to Davis and a midnight climbing session at Central Rock. Happy Memorial Day weekend everyone.

Science, Stand-Ups & Skipping Small Talks

May 17, 2026

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Science, Stand-Ups & Skipping Small Talks

How many people got a chance to catch the Somerville United FC Semifinal match yesterday? After being down 2-0 in the first half, and despite only having 8 players left, SUFC crafted a ridiculous comeback to win and advance to the finals. Wild... This week will try to match that energy with a three-day heat wave and science talks to keep your curiosity going. The best thing? Each talk is under five bucks. Stand-up shows at Cloud & Spirits and Somerville singles events for diferent ages also hit the cities.

Semifinals & Splashdowns In Somerville

May 14, 2026

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Semifinals & Splashdowns In Somerville

Summer doesn't start until June but Saturday isn't waiting. Just in time for one of Somerville's biggest professional sports games in a while as Somerville United FC continues its stellar inaugural season with a semi-final showdown at Dilboy. Sunday, the Mystic River Herring Run & Paddle hits its 30th year with a 5K, paddle races, and the Iron Herring for anyone locked in enough to do both. Sunny, seventy-five, semi-finals, showdowns, and splashdowns (try saying that seven times) are the theme this weekend.

Runs & Robots After Dark

May 10, 2026

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Runs & Robots After Dark

The Boston Marathon might be in the rear-view mirror but the reasons to join a run club keep climbing. Post-run tacos, brews or even just group hangs to compare Strava scores give you all the incentive you need. But if 5Ks aren't your thing, you can still make the most out of the week at MIT's After Dark series, a monthly museum event and enjoy a robotics-themed outing with hands-on activities, DJs, and a humanoid robot demo, or just explore.

Porchfest Leads, Block Parties Deliver

May 7, 2026

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Porchfest Leads, Block Parties Deliver

Somerville's biggest event of the year makes it's long-awaited return as Porchfest takes over the city from Teele Square to East Somerville, rain or shine. And with patio season back in full swing, this weekend's list of markets and block parties hits an all time high with Gyrofest kicking things off in Spring Hill, Nervous Records hosting an epic Block Party in Central Square and yet another vintage block party fills up Harvard Square on Sunday.

Stargazing & Spin Sessions

May 3, 2026

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Stargazing & Spin Sessions

The Celtics may be out but The Stoop still has you covered. May the 4th is tomorrow and the space vibes headline the week. But not before cinco heats up Tuesday with temps near 80 and margaritas flowing at Tony C's. Thursday brings Harvard and MIT astronomers to Aeronaut for talks and Star Wars trivia while 10 DJs spin back-to-back at The Smoot Standard until midnight. Bow Market closes it out, pairing a secret Sofar live music set with a singles night upstairs so grab tickets before they sell out.

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