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February 20,
2018
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Featured Stories
In The News
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Meetings & Notices
Announcements
Deals & Promos
Construction & Utility Work Updates
BID Services & Links
City of Boston Services
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This Week's Featured Event
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'Waitress' at Boston Opera House Through March 4th
The national tour of the Broadway musical "Waitress" is at the Boston Opera House through March 4th.
"'Waitress' tells the story of Jenna -- a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town's new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life," according to bostonbroadway.com.
Click here to purchase tickets. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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February Staycation Activities at the Hyatt Regency Boston
The Hyatt Regency Boston (1 Avenue de Lafayette) is offering several activities for school vacation week that are open to everyone to attend.
YogaHub will be hosting Family Friendly Yoga
tonight (Tuesday, Feb. 20th) from 5:45 to 6:45 pm. All levels of yoga are welcome. See the front desk for the class location.
YogaHub is also hosting Pose & Pour Adult Yoga on Wednesday, Feb. 21st from 5:45 to 6:45 pm. Participants will receive a complimentary drink ticket to use at the Lobby Bar.
Adults and kids are welcome to relax and enjoy themselves at the Game Corner on Thursday, Feb. 22nd throughout the day. This is being held in Terry's Corner across from the Lobby Bar. |
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Children's Winter Fest Returns to
Boston Common Feb. 21st
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department's Annual Children's Winter Fest returns to the Boston Common on Wednesday, Feb. 21st.
Among the attractions include a 45-foot long Toboggan Tunnel with twin roller coaster lanes, a 30-foot high inflatable Everest Climb 'N Slide and the Snow Mazing Maze. This free event is from 10 am to 3 pm.
This event is in partnership with the Highland Street Foundation, which is sponsoring a week-long winter camp at the Boston Common Frog Pond with free skating and rentals for all ages through Feb. 23rd. Please click here for more info. |
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'The Baker Chocolate Company: A Sweet History' at Old South Meeting House
Feb. 22nd
Local historian Anthony Sammarco will detail the delicious saga of the Dorchester-based Baker Chocolate Company in "The Baker Chocolate Company: A Sweet History" at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) on Thursday, Feb. 22nd.
Sammarco will discuss Dr. James Baker who, in 1765, met chocolate maker John Hannon, and together the duo built America's oldest chocolate manufacturer. Here about the famed La Belle Chocolatiers advertising campaign, cacao bean smuggling sparked by Revolutionary War blockades and more.
This event starts at 6:30 pm with a OSMH-members only reception with the author at 5:30 pm. Click here to purchase tickets. A book signing will follow the lecture.
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Maker Nation: Education to Industry at Fab@CIC Feb. 22nd
Maker spaces are becoming vital to college campuses and workplaces and with more companies embracing this change, new questions arise. Come learn more at the Design Museum Boston's panel, "Maker Nation: Education to Industry," on Thursday, Feb. 22nd at Fab@CIC (121 Devonshire St.).
Panelists include Leila Kamal of EYP, Athena Moore of Autodesk, Erie Lanoue of Made@MassChallenge, and Aidan Ackerman of The BAC.
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here to purchase tickets more information. This event is from
6:30 to 8:30 pm.
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Branchfood's 'Future of Food Panel Series Part 1: Future of Agriculture'
Feb. 22nd
Branchfood (CIC Boston, 50 Milk St., Lighthouse Room, 20th Floor) is hosting "Future of Food Panel Series Part 1: Future of Agriculture" on Thursday, Feb. 22nd.
Local Boston startups are developing new tools to advance current agriculture practices, including seed innovation, hydroponics, satellite imagery and robotics. Join Branchfood and members of Boston's agriculture technology sector to discuss the latest products, how to launch and grow a successful business and how technology innovation is driving change in agriculture.
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information. This event is from 6 to 8:30 pm. |
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National Society of Colonial Dames of America's 'Overcoming Uncivil Dialogue: New Lessons from Puritans' at
Suffolk Law School Feb. 24th
The National Society of Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is holding a public lecture on "Overcoming Uncivil Dialogue: New Lessons from the Puritans" at Suffolk University's Law School (120 Tremont St., auditorium) on Saturday, Feb. 24th.
The program will feature Dr. Robert Allison, professor in the Department of History at Suffolk University, and Dr. Dale Kuehne, chair of the Department of Ethics, Economics and the Common Good at St. Anselm's College. A reception will follow the talk where Boston weekday Puritan dresses from 1635 of three socioeconomic classes hand-sewn by dame Ruby-Grace Miller will be displayed and contrasted with a Virginia gown of the same period.
To register please call or email Ida Klasner at dames@nscdama.org or call 617-742-3190. This event is from 1 to 3 pm. |
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ArtsEmerson Debuts 'The White Card' at Paramount Center Feb. 24th
ArtsEmerson is presenting "The White Card" at the Paramount Center, which will debut on Saturday, Feb. 24th.
This is a new play by Claudia Rankine that explores "the state of our racial imagination" with a performance set at a dinner party.
The show runs through April 1st. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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Celebrate Chinese New Year with
Lion Dancing and More Feb. 25th
Chinese New Year is being celebrated on Sunday, Feb. 25th starting at 10 am in Chinatown. The events go into the afternoon.
The celebration will kick off with speeches and performances on a stage on Harrison Avenue between Essex and Beach streets. Throughout the day cultural organizations will perform lion dancing going from business to business wishing them good luck for the New Year.
Chinatown Main Street's Cultural Village will be inside the China Trade Center (2 Boylston St.) from 11 am to 3 pm with activities for children, including Chinese calligraphy, coloring books, story time, dancing and more. This is a free event. |
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King's Chapel Concert Series: Concerto! Feb. 25th
The 60th anniversary season of the King's Chapel Concert Series continues on Sunday, Feb. 25th with Concerto!
The works of Bach, Handel, Telemann and Schnizer will be performed by violinists Julia McKenzie and Katherine Winterstein, violist Susan Seeber, cellist Colleen McGary-Smith, bassist Scot Fitzsimmons and organist Heinrich Christensen.
The concert starts at 5 pm. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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Boston Massacre Commemoration
March 3rd
See history come to life at the Old State House (206 Washington St.) for a full day of activities that culminates in hundreds reenacting the Boston Massacre on Saturday, March 3rd.
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1 to 4 pm, enjoy
Talk of the Town inside the Old State House (included with Old State House Museum admission), and learn about
Boston's colonial past and meet citizens who lived through the contentious period of the military occupation.
At 1:30 and 3:30 pm, kids ages 5-12 can enjoy History Hunters, which includes unique and personal stories to learn about the past and use historians' tools to help colonists and soldiers discover the truth. Space is limited. Please sign up with museum staff as early as 9:30 am. This is included with Old State House Museum admission.
At 6 pm, before the action unfolds, watch Downtown Boston transform into its colonial past as the citizens of the city gather outside the Old State House. Hear from patriots, loyalists and moderates who lived through the events that sparked the Revolution.
At 7 pm is the reenactment of the Boston Massacre. Witness the violent and tumultuous incident on King Street, performed by living historians.
Click here for more information.
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Celebrate Black History Month with
The Freedom Trail Foundation's
African-American Patriots Tour
The Freedom Trail Foundation's acclaimed African-American Patriots Tour celebrates the African-American patriots who played a vital role in the start of the American Revolution in Boston. The tour is led by 18th-century costumed guides throughout Black History Month in February on Saturdays and Sundays.
Revolutionary figures such as Crispus Attucks, Phillis Wheatley, Prince Hall, Peter Salem and others are brought to life during these 90-minute walking tours while zigzagging through the Freedom Trail.
Tours depart at 12:45 pm from the Boston Common Visitor Information Center (139 Tremont St. across from West Street). Click here for more info and to purchase tickets. |
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Griffin Museum of Photography Exhibit
'Tree Talk' at Lafayette City Center
The latest Griffin Museum of Photography exhibit at the Lafayette City Center Passageway is "Tree Talk."
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Karen Klinedinst's "The Red Tree"
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"In this exhibition called 'Tree Talk' the Griffin Museum of Photography brings together 66 photographers who converse with trees. The exhibit has been organized to flow as a narrative from the beginning to the end of the passageway. In this way the trees all talk to each other. We hope our audience enjoys the exhibition and that all of the trees give up their secrets to you," said Paula Tognarelli, executive director and curator of Griffin Museum of Photography.
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This exhibit is through a partnership by the Griffin Museum of Photography, the Abbey Group and the Downtown Boston BID. This exhibit is in the Lafayette City Center Passageway
(between Macy's and the Hyatt Regency Boston) and
open to the public from 10 am to 6 pm. The exhibit is running from Jan. 30th through May 30th.
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
For questions and comments, please contact David Ertischek, Communications & Social Media Manager, at:
dertischek@bostonbid.org
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Restaurant News: Strega Caffé Coming to Summer Street; Boston Chops and Democracy Brewing Opening Soon
Downtown Boston's restaurant scene will have several exciting additions this spring!
The Varano Group will be opening their seventh Boston area restaurant, Strega Caffé, inside the newly renovated lobby of 99 Summer St. in early April.
"It's going to be a grab-and-go cafe with the quality of food you find in our restaurants, which is above what you expect from a cafe," said Malcolm Wooff, CFO of the Varano Group.
The cafe will serve latte, tea, cold brew coffee, nitro coffee, French pastries and more. The cafe will be open on weekdays from 7 am to 5 pm.
Boston Chops will be opening their second Boston restaurant in early spring. The steakhouse recently unveiled their signage and illuminated red doorway at 52 Temple Place. The restaurant's more than 9,000 sq. ft. space will include private dining rooms to host parties of 25 people or more.
The mouthwatering menu includes prime steaks and chops, sour cream and horseradish mashed potatoes, roasted bone marrow, pork belly mac and cheese, lobster fra diavolo, crispy fried sweetbreads, and oxtail croquettes. There's also a raw bar and more seafood dishes.
Also, on Temple Place will be the first-ever brewery in Downtown Crossing, as
Democracy Brewing (35 Temple Place), is on tap to also open early this spring. The menu is going to be simple pub fare with a twist like beer nachos accompanied with chicken confit and apple salsa. Menu items are often recommended with beer.
"The brewery downstairs is going to be really, really nice," said co-founder Jason Taggart. "The brew house itself is a big showpiece."
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'Triumphs and Laments' Debuts at
Emerson Urban Arts Media Gallery
Internationally acclaimed South Africa-based artist William Kentridge's "Triumphs and Laments" debuted at the Emerson Urban Arts Media Gallery (25 Avery St.) on Feb. 15th.
"Triumphs and Laments" was originally produced as a 550-meter long frieze along the banks of the Tiber River in Rome. The gallery show includes the complete set of aquatint etchings and woodcuts relating to the frieze, two long maquettes that diagram its first processional, a set of monumental stencils, and a video highlighting the opening performance in Rome.
"In this work, Kentridge presents figures from a broad sweep of Italian history in a grand procession to represent the progress and follies of human endeavors. In this work, the artist has brought this theme to contemporary relevance with his images of the migrant boat people," said Joseph Ketner II, director of Emerson Urban Arts.
The gallery is open to the public and admission is free. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 2 to 7 pm. The exhibit runs through April 14th.
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Open House Public Meeting:
115 Winthrop Square on March 5th
The Boston Planning & Development Agency and MCAF Winthrop LLC are hosting an open house public meeting regarding the 115 Winthrop Square tower project on Monday, March 5th at 33 Arch St. (29th Floor). This meeting is from 6 to 8 pm.
BPDA staff and development team members of MCAF Winthrop LLC will be available at topic specific stations.
The 115 Winthrop Square project proposes a mixed-use project with approximately 1.592 million sq. ft. containing residential, office, retail, restaurant, parking and other commercial uses, as well as a Great Hall space.
Please contact Casey Hines at 617-918-4244 or Casey.A.Hines@Boston.gov for more information. |
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Boston Police: Make Sure You're
Getting Into Your Rideshare
The Boston Police are encouraging people to make sure they Know What You're Getting Into when taking a rideshare vehicle like Uber and Lyft.
"Someone driving a car late night will just wave to people who assume it's their rideshare. This is a public service campaign encouraging people to check their app to make sure they're getting into the right vehicle," said Sgt. John Doris, Community Service Officer for BPD District A-1. "We want the young college girls to make sure they're getting into the right vehicle. It's not just girls, it's everybody, but you do have people targeting girls." |
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St. Anthony Shrine Hosting
Red Cross Blood Drive on March 5th
St. Anthony Shrine (100 Arch St.) is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, March 5th from 9 am to 2 pm in the Shrine Auditorium. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS to register and for more information.
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Volunteers, Walkers and Sponsors
Wanted for FriendshipWorks'
The Walk to End Elder Isolation
FriendshipWorks (105 Chauncy St.) is seeking sponsors, walkers and volunteers for their Walk to End Elder Isolation that is taking place on May 20th.
FriendshipWorks has helped more than 25,000 Boston area seniors by providing effective solutions for elder isolation. FriendshipWorks' programs include weekly volunteer visits to older adults, providing medical escorts, PetPals visiting elder homes and more. Click here for more information about FriendshipWorks and to get involved with The Walk to End Elder Isolation. |
Snow & Cold Weather Safety Info:
Shoveling, Parking and More
Whether you're a property owner, a homeowner or a resident with a car it's important to know about shoveling and parking regulations, snow emergencies and more. The City of Boston has a resourceful webpage providing all necessary info
here, and below is important info to know for when the white stuff comes down.
Shoveling Info:
Click here for City of Boston rules on clearing snow.
Property owners must:
- Clear sidewalks within three hours of snowfall ending or three hours after sunrise if it snows overnight, and
- Clear at least a 42-inch-wide path for wheelchairs and strollers.
Do not shovel snow into the street or you can be subject to fines. Also please remember to:
- Remove ice to bare pavement or make as level as possible and treat with sand, sawdust, or similar material.
- Please clear any snow that may be blocking a handicap ramp, fire hydrant or catch basin.
- Don't leave snow or ice on stairways or fire escapes. All common means of exit must be clear in case of fire or another emergency.
What To Do With Your Car When It Snows:
During a snow emergency main roads need to be clear for plows and emergency vehicles. If you're parked on one of these main roads during a snow emergency, you may be ticketed and your vehicle may be towed. How do you know if you can't park on a street during a snow emergency? Check the signs posted on the street. Also, here is map of restricted roads due to a snow emergency.
Click here for a City of Boston list of discount parking garages available during snow emergencies. Click here for the BID's webpage of local parking garages. It is recommended you contact the parking garages to see if they are open for vehicles.
Please also call the BID's dispatch line at 617-261-0066 to report sidewalks, handicapped ramps or other Downtown Crossing public ways that need to be shoveled. Our Ambassadors will be out in the snow 24 hours a day making sure the sidewalks are clear!
Cold Weather Safety Tips
When you know severely cold weather is coming, remember to take steps to prepare. Please also check on your elderly or disabled neighbors, and take caution when using portable heating devices like space heaters. If you have an emergency please call 911. Click here for Cold Weather Safety Tips from the City of Boston.
Important Phone Numbers
Boston Fire, Boston Police and Emergency Services: 911
Non-emergency requests: 311
Eversource gas and electric: 1-800-592-2000
National Grid: 1-800-322-3223
Boston Water & Sewer Commission: 617-989-7000
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority: 617-242-6000
City of Boston Tow Lot: 617-635-3900
National Weather Service: 508-822-0634
Verizon: 800-837-4966
City of Boston Animal Care and Control: 617-635-5348
Cold Relief Heatline: 800-632-8175
Elderly Commission: 617-635-4366
Emergency Shelter Commission: 617-635-4507
MBTA: 617-222-3200
MEMA: 508-820-1428
Mass. Road and Traffic Conditions: 617-374-1234
City of Boston Neighborhood Services: 617-635-3485
State Police: 617-740-7600
Transit Police: 617-222-1212
City of Boston Veterans Services: 617-635-3957
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Westland Whiskey 5-Course Dinner at
Parker's Restaurant on Feb. 25th
Parker's Restaurant (Omni Parker House, 60 School St.) is offering a Westland Whiskey Dinner on Sunday, Feb. 25th.
Frank Weber, director of Wine and Spirits for Parker's Restaurant, will pair beautiful spirits from Westland Whiskey with a 5-course meal prepared by Executive Chef Gerry Tice.
The cost is $59 per person. Reservations are required and can be done so by calling the restaurant at 617-725-1600. Click here for the menu. This event starts at 6:30 pm. |
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Back Deck Offering Special
'Waitress' Desserts for Limited Time
Back Deck (2 West St.) is celebrating Broadway in Boston's "Waitress" musical by offering special desserts while the play is onstage at the Boston Opera House from Feb. 20th through March 4th.
The special desserts include Jenna's Devil's Food Chocolate Oasis Pie, pictured, with chocolate cookie crust, strawberry preserves, chocolate mousse, whipped cream and chocolate-covered strawberry. There's also Apple Mini-Pie a la mode with Granny Smith apples baked in a flaky crust with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. The Boston Harbor Maple Cream includes maple cream, applejack, vanilla vodka and fresh grated nutmeg. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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New Developments Under Construction, Proposed Projects and More
Downtown Boston is continually transforming, with new buildings rising, as well as transportation projects taking place underground and at street level. Looking for the latest updates on developments, construction, sidewalk closings, and more? Click here. |
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BID Ambassadors Provide Clean & Hospitality Services
in Downtown
The
Downtown Boston BID Ambassadors
provide clean and hospitality services seven days a week, nearly 24 hours a day. Ambassadors create a friendly, welcoming Downtown presence by helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incidents and more.
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ID Ambassadors
provide walking escorts when needed and
they'll even tote an umbrella if it's snowing! Please call 617-261-0066 if you want to contact our BID ambassador services program. You can also email help@bostonbid.org.
- Ambassadors remove litter and graffiti
- Ambassadors clear crosswalks, handicapped ramps and storm drain openings
- Ambassadors shovel in Downtown Boston during winter
- Ambassadors maintain the BID's landscaping
- Masonry Ambassadors fix sidewalks and more
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Additional BID Services & Info
- Communication and Business Networking
- Meetings with individual BID members to discuss neighborhood issues
- Entertainment programming
- Member Advocacy
- Capital/Public Improvements
- Wayfinding
- Please click here for the Downtown Boston BID's Welcome Guide that provides a look at many of the BID's accomplishments in leading the transformation of Downtown Crossing
- For additional details and information on the complete range of BID services please contact Doug Meyer, Membership Services & Database Manager, at dmeyer@bostonbid.org.
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