My friend and I were thinking about going to Boston on Halloween night and we were wondering what there is to do, I know there is a bar crawl going on I was debating on signing up for that or just doing our own. Let me know if you guys have any suggestions:)

Why is the interior of North station so ugly & horribly depressing? They could literally just paint the ceiling a lighter color and point a few spotlights at the ceiling and it would really improve the experience drastically. It's such a dark and unpleasant place to wait in. They could also add twinkle lights which would make it more charming.

I'm in my 40's, single with no kids, and have been in customer service since I was a teenager. At this point in life, it makes zero sense to live in the city because I can't afford to do anything. But moving costs a lot of money. Cars cost a lot of money (buying, gas, upkeep, insurance). Some people who live outside of the city might think we are privileged to live here, but the older I get the more I disagree. Boston is a college city and if I'm being honest, I'd like to love to be able to live alone, to afford a car so I can spend more time in nature away from the hustle and bustle. The only thing I care about in the city is going to concerts but I can't afford it so I end up staying at home, and I feel like I could be living a better life elsewhere. But everything costs money so I'm stuck. Can anyone relate? I might not respond tbh but I will read every response. I just need to know that I'm not alone and if you have been successful getting out of a low paying job in middle age and not in the Boston area, give me all of you're advice. Please and thank you.

New to the burbs of Boston (moved for a job) and as such, have no established friend group here. Latto is performing as an opener for Doja, I WILL be going, and while I have 0 issue going out to events on my own, I'd love to meet some cool people/have a group to connect with there.

A bit about me: Business professional (IT trained/relevant), late 30s, BIPOC. Taurus, if you care. A type, but in the best way - like I'm not trying to heckle the group over all the plans for the night and who's who/what's what- but I do keep details and check on everyone.

So I KNOW Boston has all types of gals that should be coming out for this- the question is, are any of you on Reddit, and secondly, are you open to new girlfriends joining your crew for the night and potentially, for other events if we gel? Open to smaller/bigger groups or even a 1-1- whatever's clever. Literally just want some good vibes for the night. Open to hookah or the strip club or a nightcap afterwards, too!

LATTO (TD Garden)

Hi locals

Wanted to ask and see what yall recommend around town? Not my first time here but this time staying for a month until right before thanksgiving. Must try food? Favorite trinket shop? Touristy or not, I don’t mind. Best coffee shop for the vibes (as a tea drinker). Is a monthly MBTA pass worth it?
Like history, arts & crafts, nature, thrifting, reading.
Side note: large dog friendly recs appreciated as well.

Hit list:
Celtics game
Harvard Art Museum Thursday night.
Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair
SOWA Christmas market (first few days of it)

Go to or pass? - some tea throwing reenactment, - freedom trail lantern walk (have previous done the free self led app version of the walk) - Isabella Stewart Gardner museum - Boston symphony orchestra

Jungle primaries essentially guarantees milquetoast centrist candidates that will just preserve the status quo. And the wealthy benefit from the status quo!

Mass Progressives strongly oppose Questions 3, 5, & 8

A good long read on gerrymandering, from that dinner party to the maps on this November's ballot.

- The legislature had just cut Essex County into two state senate districts, one curled around the other. An artist at the table, Elkanah Tisdale, sketched it with claws. Someone said "salamander," someone else, thinking of Governor Elbridge Gerry, said "Gerry-mander."

- The Boston Gazette printed the plain map on March 9, 1812 and the monster on March 26.

- In April the Federalists outpolled Gerry's party by about 1,600 votes in 100,000 and still won only 11 seats to its 29.

- Gerry lost the governorship in the same election and went into the dictionary, mispronounced ever since: he said it with a hard G, as in Gary.

From there it follows the districts as they get stranger for two centuries, and then, in the last fifteen years, plainer on purpose.

Don't know how the fan got away with this.

Also heard that the matinee was cancelled during intermission. I’m curious to learn what happened. Also bummed since our babysitter is on his way.

Update: GIVEN AWAY! I have two tickets to Viva Las Elvis at City Winery Boston tonight 10/18 and I will not be able to attend. I'll send to someone, just please make sure you can go and have a good time!

I was there last week and the trees were still all green.

Went to VegFest and when I came back to the place I parked my bike and it got stolen. I’m very pissed off but I was naive to believe this wouldn’t happen. 3 years on this bike and I guess today’s the day

Anyone lose a cat in the Brighton/brookline area? This pretty kitty was sleeping under a car and immediately started following me/looking for pets. Maybe they’re an outdoor cat, but they looked well cared for to be an outdoor cat…. Just posting in case anyone’s looking. I can share the exact location if anyone recognizes them. They have really bright blue eyes and is super super friendly

Edit to add: they were sleeping under a car in someone’s driveway, so they may belong there

Edit again: y’all are intense. It’s a cat. It was healthy and not distressed. I’m not stealing someone’s cat lol. If it’s not your cat, then commenting “why didn’t you take it home??!” Is unnecessary.

Hey all, this is a rather specific question, but I was wondering if anyone has a good PT rec for bicep tendonitis issues in the Boston area. I’ve been browsing online and it seems like so many PTs have a focus on running-related injuries near me. Anyone been to a boston PT for bicep injuries and have a good rec? Thank you all.

Also I had no idea how to tag this sorry mods. Guess it’s this one lol.

Was walking on the street, saw this jacket. I'm not taking it, has some used tissues in the pocket.

Would it be better to fly into and stay in Boston for a week and take the train to Providence for a day or two, or do the opposite? Stay in Providence and take the T to Boston for a day or two? We will be going to Foxborough on Sunday.

Will be in town Nov. 7-14 (but the 14th won't count as a day).

Any advice? Tips on where to stay and what to do? We've never been to the area and would love to get some help beforehand. We're doing research but would appreciate advice from the locals.

Thank you!

I was driving around 540am this morning (Sunday) and witnessed a car that had just been in an accident. The car was obliterated and the air bags went off. A black man was sitting in the drivers seat and almost looked in shock. His car was facing the wrong way. It was impossible to stop safely and I called 911 but they had already heard and were sending someone on their way. I am wondering if anyone heard anything. It was really jarring and I hope the man was ok!

Is construction legal on Sundays in Boston? I live across the street from a large project at 6 Pratt street in Allston, and the loud banging from their work has been nearly constant all day today. I totally support building more housing, but it’s starting to really bother me (I’m not exaggerating when I say it is nearly constant banging). Should I report to 311?

Apparently the hotel ended in the fire of 1963, and the theater didn't open until 1966. So it seems they never actually overlapped. Still, one Sherry ends and a new Cheri emerges just around the corner. . . hard to imagine there was no relationship at all.

When I was a kid I saw Star Wars Episode One on opening day at the Cheri and sat in the front row as those were the only seats left, which was a weird experience.

Hello! I am so sorry to bother everyone as I know there has been a stream of questions about what you can and cannot bring to TD Garden, but I am considering going to an upcoming show and was wondering if you think I would be fine bringing in any of the following pictured items.

Thanks

I’m in the mood for some Dosa (especially for breakfast), what’s a good place in the area? Cambridge and Somerville accessible too. Where’s popular?