Five things to do around Boston, July 28 - Aug. 10
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Learn how to make your own café-quality espresso at George Howell Coffee's Home Espresso workshop. Baristas will share tips for setting up your home coffee bar — and show you how to use it to make delicious shots of espresso. From 1 to 2 p.m. at George Howell's Lovestruck Books location in Cambridge. Free. Sign up at
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Blast From the Past
Travel back to the American Revolution at Redcoats and Rebels. Hundreds of actors dressed in 18th-century Army regalia will gather at Old Sturbridge Village for New England's largest military reenactment. Step into a rebel camp, listen to drum and fife music, and watch live cannon and musket shows as you learn about our nation's history. From 9:30 a.m. each day. Reserve tickets, $32 for adult admission, at
August 2
Boston Bash
Indulge in the city's finest with Boston Globe Media's B-Side newsletter team at its Best Day Ever festival. This afternoon celebration, held at Artists for Humanity in Boston from 2 to 6 p.m., features all of B-Side's local favorites — from chefs to musicians. Browse a curated vintage market, sample foods from vendors such as Levain Bakery and Anna's Taqueria, enjoy live performances, participate in interactive art-making activities, and more. Get tickets — $15 VIP entry for B-Side members, $40 general admission — at
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August 7
Skawesome
Welcome to ska season! Celebrate the genre at Summer of Ska, an evening festival starting at 8 p.m. at The Rockwell in Somerville (doors open at 7). The night features live performances by four New England ska bands. Dance to their beats or just sit back and enjoy the show. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. $15 to $20.
Share your event news. Send information on Boston-area happenings at least three weeks in advance to week@globe.com.
Editor's note:
This edition of Your Week Ahead covers two weeks. Look for the next
Globe Magazine
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