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5 Things You Need to Know Today: July 3

Five pre-Fourth things.

1. July 4: Well we're almost there. The short week is nearly over. What are your plans for the Fourth?

2. Boston Garden Contest: Calling all garden enthusiasts! The annual Boston Garden Contest is underway to name the city's most beautiful gardens in several different categories, including small gardens and business gardens. Nominate yourself or your favorite neighborhood garden by July 12. Finalists will win a prize package, and one lucky winner will win free flights from JetBlue. 

Summer Fitness Classes: 
The city has launched a new set of free summer fitness classes and a city-wide fitness calendar that lists all the opportunities to work up a sweat this summer. Free offerings include boot camps, zumba, pilates and more.

MFA Free:
 If you're a Bank of America customer, stop by the Museum of Fine Arts this weekend. Admission is free to those who present an ID and a Bank of America credit or debit card. Admission is free both Saturday and Sunday. See here for more information. 

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