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Hot Off the T: 5 Things To Do in Boston This Weekend
Doggie Halloween Parade; big antique show; and Stephen Stills.
(All events are in walking distance from Orange Line stops on the MBTA.)
(Note: If there is more traffic this weekend it's probably because of the Head of the Charles Regatta on Saturday and Sunday.)
1.) : The Ellis Boston Antiques Show is returning to Boston after a three-year hiatus, featuring nearly 40 of the finest antiques exhibitors from across the country and around the world. At the Cyclorama, Oct. 20-23; Sat. 11 a.m to 8 p.m.; Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, free for children under 12.
Take the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 10 minutes to the Cyclorama.
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2.) : Hosted by Eric Jackson of WGBH. On Saturday, 7:30 p.m., at the Blackman Theatre at Northeastern University. Tickets are $25.
Take the Orange Line to Ruggles Station and then walk 10 minutes to the theater.
3.) : On Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Esplanade. Dogs in Halloween costumes. Bring your mutt and promenade. Prizes for Best Costume and Best Duet (human/dog).
Take the Orange Line to Haymarket Station and then walk 20 minutes to the Esplanade.
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4.) NEW MAP CENTER: The Boston Public Library will unveil its new map center which has been under construction since April. The 5,760 square feet of space includes a rare map research room and exploration areas for children. Ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. on Saturday.
Take the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 5 minutes to the library.
5.) STEPHEN STILLS: The "S" in CSN&Y plays the Wilbur Theater on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. As of this post Friday afternoon, tickets were still available. $35-$55. "There's something happe
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