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February 6,
2017
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Featured Stories
In The News
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
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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'The Beauty Queen of Leenane' Opens at Paramount Center on Feb. 8th
The Tony Award-winning play "The Beauty Queen of Leenane" is opening at Emerson College's Paramount Center on Feb. 8th and running through Feb. 19th.
"In a small house in the mountains of Ireland, a lonely spinster locks horns with her house-bound manipulative mother in a rage-filled battle of wills."
Written by Martin McDonagh, the Druid Theatre Company is bringing the award-winning play back to America, with Tony Award-winning director Garry Hynes, once again leading the production. Actress Marie Mullen, who won a Tony for her portrayal as the daughter, returns in the role of the mother this time.
This production is being presented by ArtsEmerson. Click here for tickets and showtimes.
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Boston Athenaeum Events:
The (Modern) Art of War on Feb. 8th;
The Reach and Limits of
Presidential Directives on Feb. 14th
The mission of the Boston Athenaeum (10 1/2 Beacon St.) is "to serve its members, the broader community, and scholars throughout the world by preserving and augmenting its collections of books and art, by providing library services and cultural programs." Focusing on their mission, there are several events coming up with topics that relating to current events.
On Wednesday, Feb. 8th, author Sally Pemberton will lead "The (Modern) Art of War" by recounting the first wave of modern artists to arise during WWII. These artists attempted to bring humanity to a Japanese internment camp, painted US Navy submarines in action, depicted acts of enemy torture, joined the French Résistance and helped fellow artists flee the Nazis.
This event is open to the public. The fee is $15 for members and $30 for non-members. Registration is required. Please contact the Events Department at 617-720-7600 or register online by clicking here. This event is from 6 to 7 pm.
On Tuesday, Feb. 14th, Boston University Professor of Law Jay D. Wexler, will lead a lively discussion examining American presidential directives. Starting with George Washington, presidents have issued directives, with the most famous being Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. Wexler will talk about what exactly are presidential directives. How much authority can a president exercise through directives? Also, what checks and balances are in place?
Registration is not required. Spac
e is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is for m
embers only and there is no fee. Click here for more info. This event is from noon to 1 pm.
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Celebrate African-American History Month with Freedom Trail
African-American Patriots Tour
The Freedom Trail Foundation is celebrating African-American History Month by offering African-American Patriots Tours throughout the February.
Tales of intrigue and bravery, poetry and defiance by black Bostonians unfold during this 90-minute walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Led by a costumed guide, visitors see history through the eyes of African-American revolutionaries such as Crispus Attucks, Phillis Wheatley, Prince Hall, Peter Salem and others.
The tour departs at
12:45 pm on
Saturdays and Sundays from the
Boston Common Visitor Information Center (Tremont Street).
Discounted online general admission tickets are good for this tour and can be purchased here. Tickets can also be purchased at the Boston Common Visitor Information Center.
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'Tower' and 'Loving'
Documentaries at
Emerson's
Bright Lights Series;
Screenings Feature Post-Film Talks
Emerson College's Bright Light Series continues with "Tower" on Tuesday, Feb. 7th at the Paramount Center. The documentary recounts how in 1966 a sniper opened fire from a University of Texas tower holding the campus hostage for 96 minutes. A discussion with co-producer and animation director Craig Staggs will following the screening.
The documentary "Loving" will be shown on Thursday, Feb. 9th. The documentary is about biracial couple Richard and Mildred Loving, who fell in love and were married in 1958. They grew up in a small town in Virginia. They started to make their home and raise a family in Virginia, and it was the state of Virginia that first jailed and banished them because they were an interracial married couple. They relocated to Washington, DC, but they ultimately tried to find a way back to Virginia. A discussion via Skype with producer Sarah Green will follow the screening.
Post-film discussions with special guest filmmakers, faculty and alumni, will follow all screenings.
All screenings are free and open to the public and begin at 7 pm. Screenings take place in the Bright Family Screening Room (Paramount Center, 559 Washington St.). Seating is first-come, first-served. Tickets will be available, one per person, starting at 5 pm at the Paramount Center box office on the day of the show. Click here for more info about the Bright Light Series.
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Chinatown Main Street Chinese New Year Cultural Village on Feb. 12th
The Chinatown Main Street organization is hosting the Chinese New Year Cultural Village at the China Trade Building (corner of Boylston and Washington streets) on Sunday, Feb. 12th.
There will be Chinese calligraphy, handmade dough characters, coloring pages/books for kids, origami folding, balloons, giveaways, free prizes and healthcare information. Admission is free. This event is from 11 am to 3 pm.
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'Cabaret' at
Boston Opera House Through Feb. 12th
The very popular musical "Cabaret" is being performed at the Boston Opera House through Feb. 12th.
"Cabaret" takes place in the Kit Kat Klub, where Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to please the crowd -- and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in pre-WWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, can their enjoyment of the nightlife help them get through dangerous times?
Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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Join Bridge Over Troubled Waters at the
Inaugural Winter Walk on Feb. 12th
Boston's inaugural Winter Walk to end homelessness is on Sunday, Feb. 12th. All proceeds will go to five organizations, including Bridge Over Troubled Waters (47 West St.).
The Winter Walk is a two-mile walk through the streets of Boston during the coldest month of the year. The walk will begin and end in Copley Square. Click here for more info, to volunteer, donate or walk. The walk will be from 8:30 to 11 am. |
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'NO ONE' Exhibit at
Emerson Urban Arts: Media Art Gallery
Emerson College's Urban Arts Media Gallery is hosting its second exhibit, "NO ONE," at 25 Avery St., after opening last year. The exhibit "explores the current generation's desire to construct new and diverse identities that defy the rigidity of social, cultural and situational uniformity."
"NO ONE" is curated by Emerson College undergraduate students as part of the What Is Contemporary Art? Visual and Media Arts course. Students in the class visited local artists' studios at the Boston University School of Fine Arts, the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, and the School of Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. The Emerson students selected 11 artists for the exhibition.
The gallery is free and open to the public, and the exhibit will show through Feb. 18th. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 2 to 7 pm.
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Ice Skating Path and More at Winter Wonderland on
City Hall Plaza
The first-ever Boston Winter wonderland has been a great success on City Hall Plaza and while the holiday market has ended, the ice skating path and urban lodge are in operation through February.
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Photo by Craig F. Walker for
The Boston Globe
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The ice skating path loops around a main stage and marquee Boston sign. There are ice skating lessons at select time and dates, Saturday skating with cartoon characters and a rock 'n skate on Friday nights. Skates are available for rent and you can also bring your own skates. Click here for hours of operation, prices and more info about the skating path.
Some of the other special attractions include the Urban Lodge and some food chalets.
Click here for more info about Boston Winter.
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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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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 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 help@bostonbid.org.
- 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
- 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 dmeyer@bostonbid.org.
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New England Patriots Super Bowl Victory Parade Tomorrow at 11 a.m.
The New England Patriots Super Bowl Victory Parade will take place tomorrow (Tuedsay, Feb. 7th) starting at 11 am.
The parade will start at Boylston and Dalton streets in Back Bay, go down Boylston Street, take a left onto Tremont Street and end at City Hall Plaza.
The Boston Police Department will begin closing down streets along and near the route before 11 am and not reopen them until after the festivities. Click here for the Boston Police's twitter feed for more updates.
It is recommended you don't drive into the downtown area tomorrow if you are coming for the parade. The MBTA will be running rush hour level service throughout the entire event. Click here for the MBTA's twitter feed for more info.
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Social Club Barbers is For Luxury Grooming:
Old School Shaves, Haircuts, Facials & More
If you've been wanting a luxury grooming service for an old school straight razor shave with the hot lather than you need to go to the Social Club Barbers. Of course, haircuts are also available.
"It's about the customer, the service and the brand," said General Manager Walter Hill, above, of the business that has been open downtown for about a year. "Our motto is: Our success relies on your satisfaction."
Social Club Barbers has an upscale club-like feel with brown leather couches, plush alligator print seats on chrome chairs and essential oils in the air.
Prices vary, and memberships are available, which can provide you with a year of services. Click here for prices of all services offered. And just because you're a woman doesn't mean Social Club Barbers isn't for you, as haircuts, facials, coloring and more are offered.
Social Club Barbers is located at 24 Province St., Suite 207B (first floor from Province Street) or enter via 333 Washington St. (second floor). Walk-ins are welcome, but making an appointment is preferred online here or call 857-317-2059 or 857-615-5293.
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Make Your Restaurant Reservations Now for Valentine's Day
There are a lots of restaurants in Downtown Boston to choose from for Valentine's Day. Here are just a few restaurants offering special menus, deals and more to make your holiday special.
Artisan Bistro (10 Avery St.) is offering a special four-course Valentine's Day menu, which you can see here. The cost is $75 per person. Click here to make a reservation or call 617-574-7176. Also, Artisan Bistro and Avery Bar (both in The Ritz-Carlton, Boston) are donating 50% of all dessert proceeds from Feb. 10th through Feb. 14th to the Family Reach organization that provides financial assistance, education and more to families in need.
Avenue One (One Avenue de Lafayette, inside Hyatt Regency Boston) is offering a special Valentine's Day menu, which you can see here. You can make a reservation here or call 617-912-1234.
Back Deck (2 West St.) is offering a special three-course prix fixe Valentine's Day menu, which you can see here. You can make a reservation here or call 617-670-0320.
Mast' (45 Province St.) is offering a three-course Valentine's Day prix fixe menu that also includes a single red rose for every bella. The price is
$45 per person. Click
here to make a reservation or call
617-936-3800.
The Merchant (60 Franklin St) is offering a prix fixe three-course menu on Feb. 11th and Valentine's Day menu for $60 per person, which you can see here. You can make a reservation here or call 617-482-6060.
PABU (3 Franklin St.) is offering a seven-course tasting Valentine's Day menu, which you can see
here. The price is
$135 per person, and
add $95 for beverage pairings. You can make a reservation
here or call
857-327-7228.
RUKA (505 Washington St.) is offering an a la carte menu with special offerings for Valentine's Day. You can make a reservation here or call
617-266-0102
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Scholars (25 School St.) is offering a three-course Valentine's Day menu, which you can see
here. The dinner includes a bottle of either red or white wine for
$65 per couple. Call
617-248-0025 to make a reservation.
Serafina Boston (10 High St.) is offering an a la carte menu with special food and Champagne specials from
Feb. 13th through Feb. 18th. Click
here to make reservations or call
617-426-1234.
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Congratulations to the Franciscan Friars of
St. Anthony Shrine on Their 70th Anniversary
The BID would like to congratulate the Franciscan Friars of St. Anthony Shrine on their 70th anniversary of Friar presence on Arch Street. Click here to learn about the history of the Friars of St. Anthony Shrine.
Please join the Friars for light refreshments after the 10 am, 11:15 am and 12:30 pm Masses at St. Anthony Shrine (100 Arch St., First Floor Lobby) on Sunday, Feb. 19th to celebrate the 70th anniversary. |
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Preservation in Progress at
Old South Meeting House
The Old South Meeting House, (310 Washington St.) where the Boston Tea Party started, is undergoing the first comprehensive restoration of its interior ceiling since 1899.
The project includes restoring and painting the massive ceiling. Work started in December following the Boston Tea Party Reenactment. The scaffolding is giving workers and staff a rare opportunity to examine the high cove ceiling up close.
Work is expected be completed in the beginning of March. While the Old South Meeting House cannot host public programs during renovations, it is still open during the ceiling restoration on most days in February from 10 am to 4 pm.
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Get Ready For The
Tall Ships,
Coming to Boston T
his June
The Tall Ship fleet is returning to Boston this year as part of Sail Boston 2017. Millions of people are anticipated to come to Boston to see the fleet of international ships from June 17th to June 22nd.
Boston will welcome crews and cadets from all around the world to our harbor. Boston is an official port of the Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta that begins in the United Kingdom. Click here for more info about Sail Boston 2017. |
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Celebrating 100th Anniversary of John F. Kennedy's Birthday:
Share Your
Downtown Boston Memories of JFK
President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was born in Brookline on May 29th, 1917, and there will be numerous events in the Boston area to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birthday. The Kennedy family and JFK have many connections to downtown Boston. JFK proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier at Parker's Restaurant at the Omni Parker House, and Locke-Ober (now Yvonne's) was one of his favorite restaurants.
The BID is also asking you to share your memories and experiences of JFK in downtown Boston. Maybe you saw him at the Marliave, or he came into your store or you shook his hand at a rally. Click here to share your stories of JFK for a celebratory project being made by the BID.
The John F. Kennedy Library and Museum is hosting events all year-long in celebration of JFK's 100th birthday, including a centennial exhibit opening in May at the museum. Click here for more info about the museum's centennial events. |
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Shoveling, Parking and More:
What to
Know About Winter in Boston
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 a 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!
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David's Tea Valentine's Day Collection
David's Tea (298 Washington St.) is offering several Valentine's Day teas. The Berry Romantic oolong tea, the Earl's Valentine black tea or the White Chocolate Rose black tea, are all good gifts for yourself or a loved one.
You can purchase these teas in David's Tea locations or online here. There is free shipping on orders of more than $50 and three free samples with every order. |
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Ten Thousand Villages Offering
Valentine's Day Sale
Ten Thousand Villages (252 Washington St.) is offering 25% off all jewelry and select Valentine's Day gifts.
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Salon Euphoria Offering
$30 Off
Services of $150 or More
Salon Euphoria (333 Washington St., Suite 221) is offering several deals to save you money and make your hair look fantastic.
Salon Euphoria is offering $30 off all services of $150 or more, and $100 for four blowouts that are regularly $40 each. Click here to book an appointment or call 617-742-7951.
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Free One-Week VIP Pass at Boston Sports Clubs in Downtown Crossing
The Boston Sports Clubs (10 Franklin St. 3rd Floor) is offering a free one-week VIP pass at its Downtown Crossing location.
The Boston Sports Clubs offer yoga, cycling, personal training, pilates, a sauna and much more. For more info contact Tionne Talbot at 617-695-9944 or tionne.talbot@bostonsportsclubs.com. |
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
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