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May 30,
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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'Old South Abbey/A Downtown Experience' Dinner and Show at
Old South Meeting House June 1st
Downtown Abbey is coming to the
Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) in a unique evening of dinner and theater on
Thursday, June 1st.
Join History At Play TM Founder and Artistic Director Judith Kalaora and her ensemble of players for an unforgettable evening where you become part of the action. Also,
1920s attire is optional and encouraged.
Celebrate the engagement of Lady Mary and Matthew Reginald Crawley of the well-loved PBS series "Downton Abbey" -- transplanted into "Old South Abbey." Surround yourself with your favorite characters from the series, as you become a part of this lighthearted celebration. In the midst of the festivities, however, guests will learn that the Abbey's future is clouded in uncertainty. If only they can locate the missing will of Old South's cherished benefactor Countess Mary Hemenway, they know the estate can be saved! Lady Mary and Matthew are joined by family and staff in a whirlwind of entertainment, including songs, dancing and plenty of laughs.
Tickets include a light supper and dessert. A cash bar will be available. Tickets are $50 for general admission and $40 for OSMH members. Tickets are limited so purchase yours by clicking here. This event starts at 6:30 pm. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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'Blood On The Snow' at Old State House Starting June 1st
"Blood On The Snow" is a live dramatic face-to-face encounter with one of the formative events of the American Revolution in the very room where it happened in the Old State House (206 Washington St.).The play opens June 1st and runs through August 20th.
The play is about the aftermath of the Boston Massacre, as the town's leaders desperately struggle to prevent more bloodshed.
Due to the intimate nature of this production, there will be no late seating. Only 50 seats will be available per performance.Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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'Mamma Mia!' Opens at
Boston Opera House Thru June 4th
The smash hit musical "Mamma Mia!" is at the Boston Opera House through June 4th.
The story is told through the music of ABBA, as on the eve of her wedding, a daughter tries to learn which of three men is her father. Set in a Greek island paradise, the musical is fun and entertaining. Click here for tickets and showtimes.
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Showcasing Boston's Innovation Community: Courtyard Festival June 1st
On June 1st, join Mayor Martin Walsh at "Courtyard Festival," a one-night speaker event at City Hall that highlights how new technologies are shaping the future of Boston.
The Courtyard Festival will kick off at 5 pm with a band from Berklee College of Music. From 5 to 7 pm, attendees can also view a showcase of startups in the Boston innovation community. The speaking program begins at 5:30 pm and keynote speakers include:
- Assaf Biderman, Founder, Superpedestrian
- Dr. Cynthia Breazeal, Founder & CTO, Jibo
- Brad McNamara, Co-Founder & CEO, Freight Farms
- Rica Elysee, Co-Founder & CEO, BeautyLynk
- Pat Petitti, Co-Founder & CEO, Catalant
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The Fountain Music Series at
133 Federal Street Plaza
The BID's Fountain Music Series at 133 Federal Street Plaza is back offering live free musical performances on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
D'Rafaele will perform Wednesday, May 31st and Friday, June 2nd. Rachel Sumner, above, will perform Monday, June 5th. |
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Celebration Boston Quiz Night at
Old South Meeting House June 7th
The Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) is hosting Celebrate Boston -- a quiz night with prizes and more on Wednesday, June 7th.
Author and historian Susan Wilson will challenge your knowledge of Downtown Boston and the people who helped define its character.
There will be food and drink and prizes provided by Shed's BBQ, Omni Parker House, Stoddard's Fine Food and Ale, Back Deck, Sam Lagrassa's and more.
Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for students and $5 for OSMH members. Click here for tickets. This event is at 6 pm. |
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7 Days a Week:
Live Music at The Steps on Franklin St.
There is live music at The Steps on Franklin Street above the MBTA's Downtown Crossing Station by Millennium Tower every day through the spring and summer.
Here are some of the scheduled performances for the following week:
Kyle Thornton on Wed., May 31st, 4:30-6:30 pm
Code 51 on Thu., June 1st, noon-2 pm and
4:30-6:30 pm
Barrett Blues on Fri., June 2nd, noon-2 pm
Samantha Farrell Band, above, on Fri., June 2nd,
4:30-6:30 pm
Opera HUB on Sat., June 3rd, noon-2 pm
Riverside Theatre Works' Youth Showcase on Sat., June 3rd, 4:30-6:30 pm
Josiah Reibstein Quintet on Sun., June 4th,
noon-2 pm
Opera Guy and Friends on Sun., June 4th,
4:30-6:30 pm
Joe Weinberg on Mon., June 5th, noon-2 pm
DD Martin Trio on Mon., June 5th, 4:30-6:30 pm
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St. Paul's Lunchtime Performance Series on Mondays and Thursdays
The BID's successful lunchtime music series outside of the Cathedral Church of St. Paul (138 Tremont St.) is back! Solo artists will be performing on Mondays and Thursdays from noon to 2 pm.
Kesnel Personnel will perform Thursday, June 1st. Todd Brunel, pictured above, will perform Monday, June 5th.
Seating is provided, so bring your lunch and have a seat to enjoy the free entertainment. |
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Downtown Boston
Bands and
Singers Strolling Streets
The Downtown Boston BID's spring entertainment season features three performance groups who are strolling throughout the Downtown Crossing area.
The Downtown Boston Dixieland Band is strolling through the area on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays twice
daily from
noon to 2 pm
and again from
4:30 to 6:30 pm
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The Downtown Boston Brass Band is strolling through the area on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays twice daily from noon to 2 pm and again from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
The Downtown Boston Singers, a quartet singing group, is strolling through the area performing on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from noon to 2 pm and again from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
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Freedom Trail Foundation Tour Schedule Expands for Spring Season
The Freedom Trail Foundation's 18th-century costumed guides will be out on the trail in full force this spring, offering more opportunities to bring history to life.
Walk Into History Tours are daily at 11 am, noon, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm, leaving from the Boston Common Visitor Information Center. Tours also depart from the ArtsBoston Booth at Faneuil Hall including Walk Into History Tours daily at 10:30 am, and North End Tours daily at 1:30 pm.
Walk Into History
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ours are 90-minute walking tours featuring tales of high treason, mob agitations, revolutionary actions, and partisan fights, walking to 11 of Boston's historic Freedom Trail sites to and from Boston Common and Faneuil Hall.
Freedom Trail Foundation walking tours are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors/students, and $8 for children. Tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Information Center on Boston Common, other area locations and online by clicking here.
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'Aviary' Exhibit at
Lafayette City Center Passageway
The free art exhibit, "Aviary," is at the Lafayette City Center Passageway and compels passersby to stop, look at the imagery, and not just fly through the hallway.
The
Lafayette City Center Passageway connects Avenue de Lafayette to Macy's
and is
open daily to the public from 10 am to 6 pm
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The exhibit is part of the ongoing photography series at the Passageway by the Griffin Museum of Photography. This exhibit is supported by the
Abbey Group,
Lafayette City Center and the
Downtown Boston Business Improvement District.
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
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It's Here! Summer 2017 BID Visitor Map & Retail Guide Now Available
The Downtown Boston BID is pleased to announce the publication of its
Summer 2017 Visitor Map & Retail Guide.
The handy fold-out guide to everything Downtown Crossing has to offer in shopping, dining, lodging, nightlife, and more, is now available for free.
Look for it on the BID information carts positioned daily on Summer Street Plaza and the Irish Famine Memorial Plaza.
You can also pick up copies directly at the BID offices at 101 Arch St., Suite 160 during regular business hours.
Email George Comeau at
gcomeau@bostonbid.org
for more info.
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A Celebration of Filene's Historical Block: Millennium Partners Rededicates
Trinity Church Tablet
May 23rd marked a truly historic commemoration for Downtown Crossing, as Millennium Partners, city officials, and various dignitaries gathered on the Summer Street Plaza to rededicate a bronze tablet marking the original location of Boston's Trinity Church.
Assembled in front of the legendary Burnham Building (former Filene's), which Millennium Partners restored from 2013-2015, the audience heard speeches from
Boston City Councilor Bill Linehan (above)
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Millennium Partners' Raffi Berberian,
Kathleen MacNeil (below) and
Anthony Pangaro, as well as
David H. Burnham
(descendant of architect Daniel Burnham), and
Rev. Dr. William Rich
, Vicar of Trinity Church.
This location marks where the first and second Trinity Churches stood in Boston. The original church was rebuilt and the second church was destroyed by the Greater Boston Fire of 2012, then rebuilt and relocated from Downtown Crossing to its present home in Copley Square.
The Downtown Boston BID congratulates Millennium Partners, the City of Boston, the Burnham family, the Trinity Church congregation, and everyone else involved in bringing the majestic Burnham Building back and its innumerable historic features back to life!
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Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died and Served Our Country
In honor of Memorial Day, the Downtown Boston BID would like to recognize all of the men and women who have served our country.
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| Left to right: Enoch O'D Woodhouse II and BID President & CEO Rosemarie Sansone. Woodhouse was a member of the Muskogee Airmen. |
Servicemen and servicewomen such as Enoch O'D Woodhouse have given their lives to protect our country. Woodhouse recently attended May 23rd's celebration of Filene's historical block and rededication of the Trinity Church Bronze Tablet (see above story). He is a member of the church.
Woodhouse was a Tuskogee Airman, which were the first African-American pilots battling Nazi Germany and Japan during World War II. About 14 Massachusetts residents were pilots in the unit, which became known as the Red Tails for the color painted on their aircraft. After leaving the military Woodhouse attended Yale on the GI Bill, attended Boston University and Yale law schools and received his JD degree. |
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BID Internships Available
The Downtown Boston BID is seeking qualified, enthusiastic interns to assist with the following projects:
- Office administration and customer service
- Policy research and analysis
- Data collection, input and management
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Time for Owners to Register Their
Rental Units with
City of Boston
If you own a rental property, you must register it with the City each year. You must register your rental property every year. The deadline to register is July 1st.
There are three ways to register: register online by clicking here, download and fill out the registration form and mail or deliver it in person to the Inspectional Services Division. |
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Signup for Free Downtown Boston BID Lunchtime Baggo League
The Downtown Boston BID's Lunchtime Baggo League kicked off a new season -- and players are still welcome to join. It is free to participate. The league is played at the 125 Summer Street Plaza on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and games only take about 30 minutes.
Please email
Mike Testa at
mtesta@bostonbid.org to sign up to play or if you have questions. All participants will receives prizes.
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Take a Book, Leave a Book:
BID Little Free Library at
Walgreens Plaza
The Downtown Boston BID's Little Free Library debuted recently outside of Walgreens on Washington Street and is already very popular. Readers are welcome to take a book, and encouraged to leave a book. People are also welcome to donate books by leaving them at the library or contacting Kristen Flanagan at kflanagan@bostonbid.org to organize a pickup in the downtown area.
The BID's Little Free Library is officially registered with the Little Free Library non-profit organization. There are actually more than 50,000 registered little free libraries across the country and world!
The BID's Little Free Library is open 10 am to 6 pm daily (closed during inclement weather). |
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Vendors Wanted for 2017
Downtown Boston
Arts & Crafts Market
The Downtown Boston BID is expanding the Downtown Boston Arts & Crafts Market program for 2017, and is seeking vendors to sell their products. The market is at Readers Park by the Irish Famine Memorial at the corner of Washington and School streets. The market will operate on Wednesdays and Fridays through September 29th.
All artwork, crafts and food offerings must be original and handmade by you or your studio or enterprise. No mass-produced goods are allowed.
The Downtown Boston Arts & Crafts Market accepts arts and crafts in the following categories: fiber arts, fine art (painting, photography, sculpture), Christmas ornaments and holiday items, Judaica, blown glass, stained glass, clay/ceramics, metal, wood furniture, clothing and accessories, children's clothing and toys, pet items, jewelry, artisan foods, personal products (soap and fragrances), home decor and more.
Click here for more information and a vendor application. Also please contact Kristen Flanagan, Project Manager, at kflanagan@bostonbid.com with questions. |
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$1 Oysters Every Monday at The Merchant
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is offering $1 oysters from 5 to 10 pm every Monday during the month of June.
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Free Guided Runs Through Boston Starting at Hyatt Regency Boston
The Hyatt Regency Boston (2 Avenue de Lafayette) is offering free guided runs every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 6:15 am from its lobby. You do not need to be a guest of the hotel to participate.
Interested runners should meet in the hotel's lobby and check in at the front desk. The route is through and around the Boston Common and is anywhere between three and five miles long. The running leaders will discuss the route and speed with participants to gauge runners' experience levels.
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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 when needed and
they'll even tote an umbrella if it's raining! 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 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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