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Commonwealth Fest— Commonwealth Fest was more than just a festival — it was a celebration of Boston’s vibrant culture, curated by local rapper and headliner Cousin Stizz (above). PHOTO: GRANT BRADY LOPEZ

Commonwealth Fest — Smino (left) and Cousin Stizz (right) hyped up the late night crowd. PHOTO: GRANT BRADY LOPEZ

Commonwealth Fest — The one day festival took over City Hall Plaza and featured local artists, DJs, food trucks, a flea market and much more. PHOTO: PROVIDED BY COMMONWEALTH FEST

Mass Music and Arts Summit—Boston non-profit, Beat the Odds proudly held the inaugural Mass Music & Arts Summit (MMAS) last week. The event brought together leading figures from the music and entertainment industries. BTO Artist, Jo Saza performs. PHOTO: NICOLE DA SILVA

Mass Music and Arts Summit — MMAS 2024 provided an exciting platform for emerging artists, producers, and creative entrepreneurs to connect with industry leaders and gain valuable insights to help elevate their careers. Toki Wright moderates a fireside chat with artist, LaRussell. PHOTO: NICOLE DA SILVA

Justice George Lewis Ruffin Society Distinguished Fellows — The Justice George Lewis Ruffin Society celebrated its 40th Anniversary with the induction of 18 criminal justice leaders into its 2024 inaugural Class of “Distinguished Fellows” earlier this month at Northeastern University’s Alumni Center. PHOTO: CRAIG BAILEY/PERSPECTIVE PHOTO