This Thursday marks the summer solstice, the first day of summer. The South End Business Alliance is celebrating by throwing the South End Summer Solstice Celebration, where a number of shops an restaurants will be open extended hours and offer discounts on merchandise, and live music performances at the Boston Center for the Arts on Tremont St.

Turtle will be in the spirit with their Boston Tee Party. "While you sip refreshing iced tea/fruit blends and munch crumpets, take 20% off all t-shirts in the store, including C. Lin, Elm and hot new labels Taylor Made and Lucky Fish. Designers Cheng Lin and Taylor Neaman will be on hand Thursday evening." There will also be a raffle of a Cheng Essential Tee ($40 value) in your choice of size and color.