You'd think someone who loves food and reading as much as I do would appreciate cookbooks, but usually they just disappoint me. Why does making banana cream pie require hunting down recipes for pie crust, pudding and whipped cream?

I like simple things, and having your plans sorted is about as easy as it gets. Lewis Capaldi is in town this weekend and we’ve got your free shot on the guest list.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• HOKA Light House is the weekend’s home base for runners looking to stay light and race-ready. Inspired by the new Cielo X1 3.0, it’s a place to connect with the running community and enter to win a pair. RSVP for free.*

• Boston’s most extra bouquets are back: Art in Bloom takes over the MFA with floral recreations of iconic artworks. Expect some serious petal flexing for its 50th year, running the first weekend of May.

• Bluey’s Big Play lands at Boch Center Wang Theatre on June 13th-14th, bringing the beloved Aussie pup to life on stage. Secure your seat for the live adventure.*

• Japanese trio BABYMETAL fuses heavy metal with high-energy pop, and they’re bringing it to Xfinity Center on September 10th with Halestorm and Violent Vira.

• Plus, announcements from Mon Laferte, Crankdat, Devault, Effin, Excision, Gryffin, No Thanks and more!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

Panda Fest is bringing 200+ street food vendors, cultural performances and more to Boston next month, and in honor of the occasion, we’re hooking you up with exclusive merch. Enter to win this insanely cute Avocado Panda (her name is Zozo and she’s perfect) then see what else is up for grabs this week.

• THE MAINE, 4.18

• SWEAT & SOCIAL FESTIVAL, 4.25

• WHITE REAPER, 5.1

• CIDERFEAST PORTLAND, 5.3

• FILTER, 5.10

• AUTUMN!, 5.17

WHENEVER

LOCALS ONLY

• Happy One Boston Day! Stop by Wahlburgers for a community pop-up featuring live music, giveaways and a meet-and-greet with Chef Paul Wahlberg.

• Looking for Bad Bunny-approved burgers in Boston? 7th Street Burger is now open on Newbury Street, with a Southie location coming soon. Let me know if it should earn a spot on Boston’s best burger list.

• Boston is sinking and rising sea levels don’t help. Do you live in Port Norfolk? You could be eligible for a free flood-risk assessment.

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