By Molly Herbert Riding a bike, whether it be for transportation, fun, or exercise, is becoming increasingly popular, especially in urban areas. According to the United States Census Bureau, the use of bicycles has almost doubled in many major cities across the country since the year 2000. Watching a cyclist cruise by alongside cars and... Continue Reading →
Foodies of The Fenway
By: Julia H. We’ve all been there—it's the end of the semester, you’re running low on meal swipes, and the dining hall food has all begun to taste the same. Well, you're in luck. Boston is home to cuisine from all around the world. Whether you're in the mood for a crisp, clean, home-grown salad,... Continue Reading →
Places to Relax in the City: Boston Public Garden
By Kaitlyn Watt Living in a vibrant environment such as the city of Boston can be overwhelming. It is important to be able to find spaces for relaxation where you can escape from all the distractions that city life entails. Although the typical city involves crowded sidewalks and enormous skyscrapers, there are several unique, tranquil... Continue Reading →
Places to Relax in the City: the Charles River Esplanade
By Kaitlyn Watt Moving from a small town to the city, you often miss the nature aspects that rural life entails. While city life is enchanting, with the bright lights, and the enormous buildings, nothing compares to the smell of fresh air, or a walk on the beach. These are some of the aspects I... Continue Reading →
Thrifting Vintage
By Julia H. Are you in need of a wardrobe revamp, but cry a little every time you look at your bank account? Well, one word: Vintage. As a child, I would rummage through storage, in hopes of finding that perfectly imperfect article of clothing. The occasional crew neck sweatshirt, varsity jacket, and best of... Continue Reading →
Free, Live Music!
By Julia H. There you are, restlessly sitting at your desk, tapping your foot to the beat of a song you’ve had on repeat, staring at the cursor that has yet to change position—— blink.. blink.. blink. You glance out of the window and realize the city in which you live: Boston. No more listening... Continue Reading →
Places to Relax in the City: Boston Common
By Kaitlyn Watt Boston is a one of a kind city, offering countless opportunities and adventures to its inhabitants. However, transitioning to college in a vibrant city such as Boston can make it all the more difficult. Coming to the city from a small town in Maine, I was very overwhelmed by the big lights,... Continue Reading →
Museums in Boston Without Breaking the Bank: The Harvard Museum of Natural History
By Sarah Carlon When I imagined spending a Sunday morning at the Museum of Natural History, the last thing I expected was to be face to face with a scorpion; but as it turns out, this museum is full of surprises. The Harvard Museum of Natural History, established in 1998, is the encompassing name for... Continue Reading →
Museums in Boston Without Breaking The Bank: The Isabella Stewart Gardner
By Sarah Carlon I set out to find free museums in Boston so that everyone, (even a relatively broke college student like myself,) can enjoy the wide array of history this city has to offer. Unfortunately, finding completely free of cost museums is easier said than done. So I tried my best to find places... Continue Reading →