I finally tried the viral dot cake. Well, not the actual cake, but a rainbow dot cake cold brew topped with birthday cake cold foam. Naturally, I paired it with a Pride ice cream sandwich because why have one sweet treat when you can have two? 

You could be sipping something equally delicious at CiderFeast Haverhill on Thursday. We're giving away tickets to the party, complete with pours from local cideries and peak summer vibes.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Celebrate 617 Day with the crew that knows Boston best! It’s going down tomorrow at Lord Hobo Seaport with music, giveaways and more. RSVP for free!

• Break a sweat without breaking the bank. Find free outdoor fitness classes all summer long, with rotating instructors leading everything from boxing to strength training.

• Japanese rock powerhouse SiM is set to tear it up in Rat City on November 4th and we're sending one lucky winner to the show.

• It's been five years since Strawberry Guy released new music and he's making up for lost time. The Give Me A Dream Tour stops at Paradise Rock Club on November 15th and you could win your way in.*

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

MAKE THE MOST OF SUMMER IN BOSTON

Not to alarm you, but summer officially starts this weekend. Rooftop season. Patio season. Beach season. Whatever you call it, it's here. Grab the SPF, crack a cold one and let's get into it.

IN THE FUTURE

LOCALS ONLY

• State police are increasing patrols this summer to get ahead of viral beach takeovers. Your FYP says pull up, but local law enforcement would prefer you didn't.

• Home.stead Bakery is closing after a decade in Fields Corner. You've got until Saturday to grab one last coffee, pastry or neighborhood catch-up.

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