Free ways to cool down in Boston

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Globe staff photo by David L Ryan, Boston, Ma., 2-21-04: The COOL FEET of a child in the fountain at Christian Science Church complex appear to be dancing through the water. Library Tag 07222004 MetroDavid L. Ryan/ Globe Staff/File 2004


By Swati Sharma / Boston.com Staff


After months of complaining about the cold, we get handed a heavy dose of heat in the summer months. For those of you who don’t have air conditioning, who want to save a few bucks for that trip to the Vineyard, or who would like to be outdoors — here are our recommendations for free ways to stay cool.







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