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Boston Pops Spring Celebration 2021

Delight in the Boston Pops Spring Celebration 2021 on BSO NOW, the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s online viewing platform! The season includes six concerts released in May and June: The Boston Pops Celebrates Mother’s Day: Honoring Women, Pops in Love, A Tribute to John Williams, Exquisite Ella, An Evening with Chris Thile and the Stars of Tomorrow, and The Roots of…

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Five Resources: 2 Books, 2 Podcasts and a Newsletter

Since economics and the world at large are intimately linked, it’s useful to pull information and insight from a variety of resources. Non-zero-sum examples in history, complex system science, disruptive innovation, and an interesting set of business stories are the subject of this week’s article. Here are two books, two podcasts and a newsletter that we found to be interesting…

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Sip Cafe Reopens

Spring is here and our favorite hidden gem, Sip Cafe, is coming out of hibernation! Nestled in Post Office Square Park, this gazebo cafe brings you great quality coffee from George Howell Coffee, teas from MEM Tea, as well as fresh pastries, sandwiches and salads. Join us on their deck for for beer, wine, and charcuterie. Come to this quiet…

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Revisiting Inflation

A typical suburban family is more sensitive to gas prices than a city resident. A contractor is more sensitive to lumber prices than a software programmer. What you consume changes your inflationary experience. If you are looking to buy a home or send kids to college you might complain about inflation more than a retiree whose house has been paid…

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South End Spring Stroll

Join Boston’s South End Business Alliance for a celebration of community and small business with the South End Spring Stroll. Visit popular South End restaurants, boutiques, shops, art galleries, and fitness experiences for special discounts and gifts. Participate in a scavenger hunt hosted by South End Soccer or join a dance class in Peters Park. May 14-16, 2021

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Checking In On The State of Crypto

Checking In On The State of Crypto The past 12 months of cryptocurrency growth has minted an astonishing number of new millionaires and billionaires faster than any point in modern history. We wrote back in November last year that social proof and adoption rates are the primary drivers of crypto returns. That’s still true today. Recent reports suggest that 46…

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Why The Lumber Chart Has Gone Parabolic

The lumber futures chart has been one of the most interesting economic price charts to watch over the past year. Lumber prices in the futures market are based on random length construction boards like 2x4s. Since 1978, the price has bounced between $200 and $400, with a brief all-time high of $600 in 2018. However, over the past year, the…

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MassArt x SoWa

On May 5, 2021 MassArt x SoWa will open with MassArt MFA Thesis 2021, a show of work by eight graduating MFA students curated by MassArt Art Museum Executive Director, Lisa Tung. The exhibition space at 460 Harrison Avenue in Boston’s art and design district was announced in April. The space will continue to host thesis work of the program’s…

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Boston Design Week 2021

Boston Design Week is an annual event which seeks to increase public awareness and appreciation of all aspects of design and foster recognition of the vital role design plays in our lives. This 12-day festival includes online events, panel discussions, self-guided walking tours in the areas of architecture and urban planning, professional focus, design and social impact, and handmade design….

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