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October 11,
2016
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Featured Stories
In The News
Meetings & Notices
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Announcements
Deals & Promos
BID Services & Links
Construction & Utility Work Updates
City of Boston Services
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Save the Date:
BID
Annual Meeting on Oct. 26th
The Downtown Boston BID's 2016 Annual Meeting will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 26th from 4 to 6 pm The Auditorium at 100 Federal Street.
Mayor Martin J. Walsh is scheduled to give the keynote address.
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| City of Boston photo by Isabel Leon |
The business portion of the meeting will take place at 4 pm, followed by a reception at 5 pm.
Please email Doug Meyer at [email protected] to RSVP.
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Downtown Boston Residents' Association Meeting on Oct. 17th
The Downtown Boston Residents' Association will hold its next meeting on Monday, Oct. 17th at the Suffolk University Law School (Moot Courtroom, 120 Tremont St.). This meeting starts at 7 pm.
The IMAGINE Boston 2030 team will be at the meeting to obtain feedback from Downtown residents. Click here for more info about the DRBA. |
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This Week's Featured Event
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Freemason Open House on Oct. 15th
Visit the Boston Masonic Building (corner of Boylston and Tremont streets) on Saturday, Oct. 15th from 9 am to 2 pm during an open house for anyone to attend.
Learn more about the world's best known, yet most, misunderstood "secret society." Tour the historic building and admire its magnificent architecture and museum-like quality.
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Sign-Up Now for 3rd Annual Doggone Halloween Costume Parade on Oct. 28th
The BID's 3rd Annual Doggone Halloween Costume Parade will be a grrrrrreat time on Friday, Oct. 28th. This is a free event for all dogs and humans to enter. Click here to enter.
All dogs who enter will receive a prize and there will be extra prizes given out for four categories: Best Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume and Best Human and Dog Costume. The grand prize is a one-night stay at the Hyatt Regency Boston.
There will be several dog-themed vendors at the event, including Pawblo Picasso, Polka Dog Bakery, Roche Bros. and FriendshipWorks' Pet Pals program.
This event is from noon to 2 pm.
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Enjoy Free Screenings at
The West End Museum's Italian Film Series
The West End Museum (150 Staniford St.) is celebrating Italian Heritage Month with its Italian Film Series beginning Tuesday, Oct. 12th.
"Ugly, Dirty and Bad (Brutti, Sporchi e Cattivi)" is being shown on Wed., Oct. 12th at 7 pm. "Todo Modo" is being shown on Wed., Oct. 19th at 7 pm. "In The Name of the Pope King (In Nome del Papa Re)" is being shown on Wed., Oct. 26th at 7 pm.
All screenings are free, but there is a $5 suggested donation. Pre-registration is required by clicking here. |
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'Movies at the Meeting House' featuring 'Little Women' on Oct. 13th
The Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) is featuring Bostonians in film during its Movies at the Meeting House Series and will show "Little Women" on Thursday, Oct. 13th
Doors open at 6:15 pm, film begins at 7 pm. Tickets are $8 for general public in advance, $4 OSMH members, $10 at the door. Click here to purchase tickets. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. |
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Gavin DeGraw & Andy Grammer at Orpheum Theatre on Oct. 15th
See musicians Gavin DeGraw and Andy Grammer in concert at the Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 15th. The show starts at 6:30 pm. Click here for tickets.
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Award-Winning 'Jersey Boys' at Boston Opera House Through Oct. 16th
The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys" will be at the Boston Opera House through Oct. 16th.
The musical is about the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons. It's a true story about how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in musical history. It's guaranteed you'll know some of the songs in the musical!
Click here for tickets and more info. |
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The Building Boston 2030 Series:
Real Estate Strategy as
Business Strategy on
Oct. 19th
Suffolk University's Center for Real Estate and the Greater Boston Real Estate Board are presenting The Building Boston 2030 Series: Real Estate Strategy as Business Strategy on Wednesday, Oct. 19th.
This panel discussion will feature John Barros, chief of economic development for Boston; Tom Hynes, co-chairman and CEO of Colliers International's Boston office; Charles Pappalardo, VP of Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Pam McDermott of McDermott Ventures; and James Halliday, Managing Director of NB Development Group. Peter Howe, senior advisor for Denterlein, will moderate the panel. This is a free event, please register online by clicking here.This event is from 7:45 to 9:45 am at the Modern Theatre (525 Washington St.). |
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Learn About the US Coast Guard
Light Station in Boston on Oct. 21st
The Old South Meeting House's Midday at the Meeting House Series continues with Boston Light: 300 Years of Service on Friday, Oct. 21st.
Located on Little Brewster Island, the.US Coast Guard Light Station Boston was established in 1716 and continues to flash its beam 300 years later. Sally Snowman, the 70th Keeper of Boston Light, will tell tales about Boston Light, family life on Little Brewster Island and the importance of this historic lighthouse for tomorrow's mariner. This event is $6 for general public or free for OSMH members. Click here for tickets. This event is at 12:15 pm. |
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Mayor's Fall Pumpkin Float on
Boston Common Frog Pond on Oct. 23rd
The annual Fall Pumpkin Float will be at the Boston Common Frog Pond on Sunday, Oct. 23rd. Hundreds of jack o'lanterns will be floated on the water accompanied by Halloween activities for families.
Attendees are asked to bring an 8-inch or smaller carved pumpkin that will be lit and then floated on the Frog Pond. Adults and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. There will be a zombie maze, a magician, children's crafts activities, a selfie booth, snacks, science activities and more.
For more info call the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505 or visit their Facebook page here or their website here.This event is from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. |
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Godfrey Hotel Boston and Burnham Building Being Honored by Boston Preservation Alliance on Oct. 24th
The Godfrey Hotel Boston and the Burnham Building will be honored at the Boston Preservation Alliance Achievement Awards on Monday, Oct. 24th.
Click here to learn more about the awards. Tickets are available and can be purchased here. This event is being held at Emerson College's Paramount Center
from 6 to 9:30 pm. |
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Explore the Dark Side of the
Freedom Trail with Lantern Tours
This fall you can explore the dark side of the Freedom Trail with the annual Freedom Trail Lantern Tours on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Join a Freedon Trail actor in a darkly garbed 18th century costume with a lantern as they tell tales of crimes, spies, killings and demonic possession in a 90-minute walking tour. The tours will be offered Thursdays through Oct. 27th and Saturdays from Oct. 8th to Oct. 29th. These tours are at 7 pm from the ArtsBoston Bostix Booth at Faneuil Hall or purchase tickets online here. |
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Daniel Chester French Exhibition
'The Female Form Revealed' at
Boston Athenaeum
"Daniel Chester French: The Female Form Revealed" is a gallery exhibition presenting French's career using preliminary models and studies for major public commissions, as well as a number of his more intimate and personal works. This exhibit will be at the Boston Athenaeum (10 1/2 Beacon St.) through Feb. 19th
From the late 1870s to the late 1920s, French was America's foremost sculptor of public monuments.
It is free for members and $5 for nonmembers.
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Music on the Porch Series at St. Paul's on Mondays and Thursdays
The BID-sponsored Music on the Porch Series outside of the Cathedral Church of St. Paul (138 Tremont St.) features solo artists performing on Mondays and Thursdays from noon to 2 pm.
Kesnel Personnel will perform Oct. 13th. Austin Lightfoot, above, will perform Oct. 17th.
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The Steaming Tea Kettle is Back at Government Center
The massive copper Steaming Tea Kettle is now back in Government Center above Starbucks' entrance (63-65 Court St.). The teapot was removed earlier this year after being damaged by a truck.
The Oriental Tea Co. debuted the teapot in 1873, which drew attention due to its size and steaming action (it actually emits steam).
The teapot's repairs included fixing the plumbing, replacing a rotten wooden lid with a replica made from resin -- and covering it in a thin film of gold, according to the Boston Globe.
The tea kettle weighs roughly 300 pounds, and the writing on it says it holds: 227 gallons, 2 quarts, 1 pint and 3 gills.
"We are very excited about the Steaming Tea Kettle returning to Government Center. It is one of the many beloved historical icons around the downtown area," said BID President & CEO
Rosemarie Sansone
. "I remember it from my first job when we would go and get coffee when it was the Oriental Tea Company. I can't imagine Boston without it."
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Beautifully Painted Boston Landscapes at Crump Studio on Tremont Street
Norman Crump's art studio can almost be missed when you're walking past it at 76 Tremont St. It's a street level space in between the Omni Parker House and the Tremont Temple Baptist Church (technically it's in the church). But you don't want to miss Crump's beautiful paintings.
Crump is a self-taught painter, who likes painting landscapes such as the Boston Public Garden, Boston Common and street scenes.
"Boston's beautiful. I like painting things I can see, especially marshes," said Crump, who uses acrylic, oil, water color mediums on paper and canvas. Original prints and copies are available for purchase at the gallery, and he likes when people stop to ask him questions while he's in the studio.
Crump also does commission work on a regular basis, so don't hesitate to contact him if there is a scene you'd like painted.
Crump has had other studio locations through the years, and his Tremont Street one opened in May. He feels like he's got a lot more painting to do of the Downtown Boston area. "I'm just scratching the surface."
Crump Studio is open 10 am to 4 pm on weekdays, and if the studio is not open it's very likely that Crump is out painting. You can contact him by calling 617-330-1133,
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Sign-Up Now for Inaugural Lemon Climb in Boston to Raise Funds for
Childhood Cancer Research on Oct. 22nd
The inaugural Lemon Climb in Boston to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation to raise funds for childhood cancer research will be on Saturday, Oct. 22nd at 8:30 am. Participants will climb 29 floors to the top of 100 High St., and wearing Halloween costumes is encouraged!
For more info and to register click here. Registration is $25 and the fundraising minimum is $100, which would fund two hours of research. Please contact Shaun Digel at 610-649-3034 or [email protected] to learn more or if you're interested in sponsoring this event. |
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St. Anthony Shrine Inaugural
Franciscan Dinner on Oct. 20th
The Inaugural Franciscan Dinner Committee hosted by the Friars of St. Anthony Shrine will honor Dr. James O'Connell, president of Boston Health Care for the Homeless, on Thursday, Oct. 20th.
Gov. Charlie Baker and Mayor Martin Walsh are honorary chairs for the event. This event is taking place at the Seaport Hotel's Plaza Ballroom from 5:30 to 9 pm. For tickets, more info or sponsorship opportunities please call 617-542-6440. |
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You Can Submit Your Own Event to the Downtown Boston BID Website
If you have an upcoming event you can now submit it to the Downtown Boston BID website. Click here to submit your own event.
Once approved by BID staff your event will be on the BID's calendar section and could be featured in the newsletter or on the BID social media accounts and promoted elsewhere.
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BID Newsletter Subscribers
Receive Discount on BASE Classes
The next seven-week course period for the
Boston Area Spanish Exchange (50 Milk St., 16th floor) begins Nov. 7th, and the registration deadline is Oct. 28th. And
BID newsletter subscribers receive a 5% off coupon using the code
BostonBID5 when signing up before Oct. 21st.
BASE offers classes to learn Spanish and Portuguese. Click
here
for more info, to register for classes and learn about upcoming classes.
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Win Bose Soundsport Headphones and American Express Gift Cards in
Corner Mall Contest
The Corner Mall is holding a contest to win Bose Soundsport Wireless Headphones and American Express gift cards throughout October. Click here to enter the contest.
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Football Sunday Menu from Artisan Bistro at
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
Artisan Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston (10 Avery St.) is offering a Football Sunday Menu featuring wicked hot wings, housemade beerbratwurst and more.
Half a dozen of wicked hot wings with housemade hot sauce, crudite and ranch dip is $12. Housemade beerbratwurst on a brioche bun with French fries is $15. Wagyu beef sliders and French fries are $15 and a French onion dip with grilled flatbread is $12. |
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Receive 20% Off First Order at
Stone Photo & Framing with Promo Code
Stone Photo & Framing (160 Federal St.) is offering 20% off your first order by using the promo code NEW for online orders.
Visit www.StonePhoto.biz to place orders. Stone Photo & Framing print wallets to 20x30" prints, and can frame any size, any item. They also offer passport photos, professional portraits, ready-made frames, video to DVD transfers, and holiday photo cards. Aeriel photos and classic maps of Boston are also available.Call 617-439-3111 for more info. |
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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.
B
ID Ambassadors
provide walking escorts all day or night
-- they'll even tote an umbrella if it's raining or snowing! Please call 617-261-0066 to arrange an escort or for other BID ambassador services. You can also email [email protected].
- Ambassadors remove litter and graffiti
- Ambassadors clear handicapped ramps and storm drain openings
- Ambassador powerwash in Downtown Boston during warm weather
- Ambassadors maintain the BID's landscaping by watering flowers
- 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 2016 BID Report to learn about 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 [email protected].
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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 u
pdates on developments, construction, sidewalk closings, and more? Click
here.
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
For questions and comments, please contact David Ertischek, newsletter editor, at:
[email protected]
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