More often than not, it takes a treat to get me motivated for Monday. So when I saw a local doughnut shop was named No. 4 among the nation's best, I took it as a sign that I needed donuts today. Especially since I haven't been since last summer, when they were ranked No. 5. Some things get better with age.

Kind of like Two Door Cinema Club. Fifteen years after Tourist History, they're still making indie anthems. Win tickets to see them in September.

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• People join Do617 MORE for the tickets, then they end up finding a new band and saying yes to weeknight plans that turn into a great story. Five years later, that's still the magic of the subscription. Join now for just $50.*

• The collab you didn't know you needed: Revlon x Dunkin are popping up on the Common tomorrow morning with coffee, hair touch-ups and giveaways to make your commute a little better.

• Every body deserves their day in the sun. Bigger Bodies Boston's inclusive pool party returns July 25th with music, games, fat-friendly vendors and a welcoming space to enjoy it.

• Buckle up, Boston. Wheeler Walker Jr. brings Pullin’ Out: The Farewell Tour to Citizens House of Blues on November 8th and you can win tickets to catch country music's loudest outlaw before he hangs up his boots.*

• Find even more just-announced Boston shows to add to your calendar!

8 POOLS TO BEAT THE HEAT

The temps are climbing, your fan is working overtime and iced coffee can only do so much. Luckily, the city has plenty of pools ready to help. Grab the SPF and a towel to check out these local spots for a much-needed cooldown.

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• Mondays are easier to swallow with a martini in hand. Martini Monday pairs a custom glass-painting session with an espresso martini workshop and plenty of sipping along the way.

• Trade the usual barbecue for something more exciting; Mango Tao is throwing a summer picnic at Branch Line tonight, serving up all the flavors of a backyard cookout with a Filipino twist.

• With the heat index approaching "why did I leave the house?" levels, make sure you stay hydrated, limit time outside and check on older neighbors. See even more tips to ride out the heat wave.

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