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Hot Dog Nights at Mildred C. Hailey Apartments are back this summer, every Thursday, thanks to the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation. PHOTO: Isabel Leon/Mayor’s Office

This little guy found relief from summer temperatures in a sprinkler during a recent Hot Dog Night at Mildred C Hailey apartments. PHOTO: Isabel Leon/Mayor's Office

Denée Benton and Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar converse on the topic "Becoming Peggy Scott: The Creation of the Character on HBO’s 'The Gilded Age'" PHOTO: Dave Hansen/The Preservation Society of Newport County

Actor Denée Benton, a star of Julian Fellowes’ “The Gilded Age” on HBO, and Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar, co-executive producer and historical consultant for the series, regaled an audience at Rosecliff on July 9 with stories and insights into the creation of Benton’s character on the show, Peggy Scott. PHOTO: Dave Hansen/The Preservation Society of Newport County

On July 14, the Floor Lords celebrated their 43rd Anniversary with a breaking competition at Big Night Live. The Floor Lords use the positive aspect of hip-hop dance to reach and empower youth in Boston and worldwide. (From left): Dash, Snow, Six Pack, Leanskee, Airflare, Cisco, Eddie Ed, Megatron, Track, Shallow, Mad, Sir Rock a Lot and Al. PHOTO: Alex Diaz

Floor Lords member Bboy Airflare wears a custom denim jacket commemorating his crew. PHOTO: Alex Diaz