Let’s make $9.99 Lunchbox Special dates at Publico a thing! Grab your choice of sandwich, a soft drink, and a chocolate chip cookie. It’s the perfect mid-day date or solo treat. Available Monday-Friday, 11AM-3PM, in-house only.

MBTA Service Updates for May

Alright, friends—time for your monthly MBTA update! If you’re a Red Line rider, heads up: shuttle buses are replacing trains between Ashmont and JFK/UMass through the end of service today. Plan accordingly and maybe leave a few extra minutes for your commute. Looking ahead to May, the biggest weekday disruption is coming for Orange Line riders—there’s a nine-day shutdown between North Station and Oak Grove, so brace yourselves. Weekend warriors on the Red Line and Green Line (B branch) will also see some temporary closures.  You can plan ahead by checking out the full rundown here.

National Bike to Work Day is May 16th

Join a neighborhood-based group ride, or just show up for the fun. Going to work after the event is optional. 😉 Find more information about this year’s event on the City of Boston’s Bike to Work Day page. On Bike to Work Day, you can join a bike commuter neighborhood-based group ride from one of dozens of locations throughout the Boston metro area. Guided group rides with experienced ride leaders will follow a fixed schedule and route and finish together in Downtown Boston. Head to City Hall between 7 and 9 a.m. on Friday, May 16th. Enjoy some breakfast snacks and coffee. Stop by tents and tables to learn about local businesses and organizations that support our cycling community in the Boston region. The event is free, but registration helps the City to know you’re coming. Registration will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14. You can still attend the event if you don’t register, but you will not be able to get a t-shirt during the event. Register here. 

New to the Neighborhood: Say Hello to Harry & Lou

There’s a new boutique landing on East Broadway just in time for summer—Harry & Lou is bringing effortlessly cool style and curated finds to the neighborhood, with pieces that make getting dressed feel fun again. From elevated everyday dresses and standout accessories to a few surprises for your pets, Harry & Lou is all about helping you find something for every occasion—whether it’s a birthday dinner, a work event, just grabbing drinks on the roof deck, or you need a gift. You can learn more here! 

USS Constitution is Underway on Friday

USS Constitution is scheduled to get underway Friday, May 16, from Charlestown Navy Yard at 10:00 A.M. The cruise will be visible from the Boston Harborwalk, Castle Island, and Charlestown Navy Yard. A 21-gun salute will be fired at approximately 11:30 A.M., viewable from Fort Independence on Castle Island. Check her out!