“Nowadays I mostly channel my creative energy into songs about being a dad and enjoying still being able to rock. Yep, literally dad rock.”
AARON SPRANSY OF SINNET LEANS INTO HIS DAD-ROCK VIBE
OUR INTERVIEW WITH THE “BIG QUEER COMEDY CHRISTMAS MIRACLE” GUY
“All the comics on the show know that we are setting out to make a new kind of show. Festive and funny and gay all over.”
SELF CARE AND THE “WILD WOMAN ARCHETYPE”
Catalina Viejo Lopez de Roda’s intimate pandemic works come to Dot
THE CHELSEA CURVE’S “SINGLES SCENE” COMES TO THE JUNGLE
“Here we are now wrapped up and getting ready to party.”
HERE’S WHAT WE’RE DOING AS WE SHOP AND PARTY. COME ALONG WITH US …
From tree lightings to a beer garden shopping bonanza, here’s your holiday schedule
UTOPIA COMING TO SOUTH BOSTON NEXT YEAR. AND YES, THERE WILL BE TINY HOUSES
“Guests will enjoy an immersive experience complete with live demonstrations and hands-on activities led by experts in their respective crafts.”
A.R.T. PREPARES FOR A BLOWOUT GIVING TUESDAY
“A day of music, conversation, trivia, and prizes for theater lovers of all ages"
MONDAY DEMONSTRATIONS IN BOSTON
“Mass to Kenosha” press conference and a rally for Assange
SEEING GREEN: CANNABIS DEALS & EVENTS ALL WEEK IN MASS
An updating roundup of discounts and happenings (the action starts before Green Friday)
SHOPPING TIME: HOLIDAY SQUARES
Shop, pot & chill: Greater Boston spots for more than simply splurging (but for that too)
MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF FREE BUS
“This program builds on the 4-month fare-free 28 bus pilot program helmed by former Mayor Janey”
THE THINGS WE’RE DOING THAT WE FIGURED, “HEY, THEY MAY WANNA DO THAT TOO”
From the Snowbound Fest to THANGsgiving (yes, that’s how it is spelled)
THE BOSTON COMEDY FEST IS HAPPENING RIGHT FREAKING NOW
Live and virtual with the annual gala at the Somerville Theatre plus a tribute to Billy West
LAST PRISONER PROJECT HOLDING EVENT IN EASTIE ON FRIDAY
“We are committed to freeing every last prisoner of the unjust war on drugs, starting with the estimated 40,000 individuals imprisoned for cannabis.”
NEW ALLSTON-BRIGHTON VENUE ROADRUNNER ANNOUNCES 2022 SCHEDULE
3,500 capacity venue opening at Boston Landing next Spring
TJ THE DJ HITS 400
Red Sox selector celebrates virtual milestone
THE THINGS WE’RE DOING THIS WEEK THAT YOU OUGHT TO JOIN US FOR
From a ThotBot Implantation Center to a cornucopia of cured meats
SORRY BUT AN ORCHESTRAL RENDITION OF DR. DRE: 2001 ISN’T COMING TO BOSTON
The same scammers had it posted in 2019, and apparently again in 2020.
GREAT VIRTUAL READING ALERT: LOVE LETTERS TO THE WORST CULTURE WE HAVE TO OFFER
“Tacky is about the power of pop culture—like any art—to imprint itself on our lives and shape our experiences.”
FINALLY, YOUR CHANCE TO YELL ABOUT PREDATORY TOWING IN BOSTON
“Losing a vehicle, even temporarily, can have profound impacts on an individual and their family’s livelihood and economic stability.”
JACK’S IS BACK FOR ANOTHER CELTICS SEASON
“Every year, the Celtics come to the court with new drive, new ambition, and new hopes for the season.”
FORMER COUNCILOR TITO JACKSON’S DISPENSARY LOOKS AMAZING. AND YOU CAN HAVE A PIECE OF IT.
A “classic cannabis dispensary space” with a “high-end product gallery,” “concierge floor,” “art and music gallery,” and “rooftop cocktail bar complete with views of Boston’s skyline.”
“PEOPLE WATCHING” WITH BOSTON DUO SWEET PETUNIA
“Combining contemporary influences with traditional folk is something we’ve always done, but we really played into that mix on this record.”
FESTIVAL REPORT: FIVE MORE FROM NYFF
Brief reviews of "C'mon C'mon," "I Want to Talk About Duras," "Red Rocket," "Ste. Anne," and "The Tsugua Diaries"—most of which are playing locally or virtually this week.
THINGS WE’RE DOING AROUND GREATER BOSTON THIS WEEK THAT YOU MIGHT DIG
From a badass scary concert blowout to a haunted mansion
BLACK DOLLAR: SOUL INTACT, DANIEL LAURENT RETURNS WITH A NEW COMMUNITY MISSION
New project focuses on “group economics and the power that holds in the Black community”
BOSTON-BASED COMIXSCAPE ARTIST FAST-APPROACHING KICKSTARTER GOAL
Originally planned for before the pandemic, LJ-Baptiste returns with plans for collection
NEW GRANT AVAILABLE FOR LGBTQIA+ BOSTON AREA CREATIVES OF HAITIAN DESCENT
Apply today!
SALEM’S HAUNTED DISPENSARY
Plus ELEVATE and the CCC team up for a job fair
THE MUSIC ISSUE INTERVIEW: JIM SEERY OF THE PLOUGH & STARS
“I hope patrons think that no matter the night the music will be enjoyable.”
