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April 2,
2018
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Featured Stories
In The News
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Meetings & Notices
Deals & Promos
City Services & Important Hotlines
Construction & Utility Work Updates
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This Week's Featured Event
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'One State, Two State/Red State, Blue State: An American Musical' Opens at Modern Theatre April 5th
"One State, Two State/Red State, Blue State: An American Musical" will be performed at Suffolk University's Modern Theatre from April 5th to April 9th.
The musical is described as "An uplifting, heartbreaking musical comedy about the volatile mix of drama and democracy in a nation divided by irreconcilable differences." Books, lyrics and direction are by Professor Wesley Savick, with music by Brian Bernhard (Suffolk '14), Scott Nicholas and Wesley Savick.
Click here to purchase tickets. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Boston LGBT Film Festival at
Paramount Center Through April 8th
ArtsEmerson is presenting the Boston LGBT Film Festival at the Paramount Center through April 8th.
There are many films being screened to showcase international, US, and local film, video, and other media, fostering a greater sense of awareness and community among LGBT and LGBT-friendly audiences.
Click here for more information about the festival, screenings and to purchase tickets. |
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Music at the Meeting House:
Violinist Inmo Yang on April 6th
The New England Conservatory is presenting Music at the Meeting House on Fridays. Violinist Inmo Yang will be performing on Friday, April 6th.
Music at the Meeting House is a concert series featuring prize-winning performers from NEC's prestigious Artist Diploma and Graduate Ensemble Training programs.
This free event is at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) at 1 pm. |
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Miranda Sings Live at Orpheum Theatre April 6th
Miranda Sings Live will be performing at the Orpheum Theatre on Friday, April 6th. Doors open at 7 pm. Click here to purchase tickets.
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Boston Ballet's 'Parts In Suite' at Boston Opera House Thru April 7th
The Boston Ballet's "Parts In Suite" is at the Boston Opera House through April 7th.
The performance features three celebrated choreographers, William Forsythe, Justin Peck and Jorma Elo, who are presenting their distinct visions of dance craft and imagination.
Click here for tickets and more info.
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Brit Floyd at Orpheum Theatre
April 7th
The Pink Floyd tribute band Brit Floyd will be performing at the Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, April 7th. Please click here to purchase tickets.
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Boston Ballet's 'Romeo & Juliet' at Boston Opera House Thru April 8th
Boston Ballet's "Romeo & Juliet" is at the Boston Opera House through April 8th.
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Photo by Rosalie O'Connor
(Courtesy Boston Ballet) |
Discover new reasons to love this classic love story gone awry with John Cranko's masterful choreography and Sergei Prokofiev's iconic score. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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18th Annual Brides of Distinction Bridal Brunch & Fashion Show at
Omni Parker House on April 8th
The 18th Annual Brides of Distinction Bridal Brunch & Fashion Show will be at the Omni Parker House (60 School St.) on Sunday, April 8th.
Join the hosts of NESN's Dining Playbook, Jenny Johnson and KISS 108's Billy Costa, in the stunning Rooftop Ballroom of the Omni Parker House. Meet the industry's most trusted professionals, discuss current wedding trends with Boston Weddings editor Francesca Mills Purcell, and enjoy today's latest designs during the fashion show by L'elite Bridal and Musette Bridal of Newbury Street. Please click
here to purchase tickets. This event is from
11 am to 2 pm.
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Bill Murray, Jan Vogler & Friends at Orpheum Theatre April 12th
Bill Murray, Jan Vogler & Friends will perform at the Orpheum Theatre on Thursday, April 12th. Doors open at 7 pm. Click here to purchase tickets.
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Patriot's Day Musical Performance by Hawaii's Emmaus High School Choir
Hawaii's Emmaus High School Choir will perform at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) on Saturday, April 14th at 3 pm for an hour of a capella singing. This program is free with admission.
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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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| Michael Zeis' "Blue Spruce" |
"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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| Adrienne Defendi's "Tuning Fork" |
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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Shoes Wanted: St. Francis House Holding One Boston Day Sneaker Drive
April 15th marks the 4th Annual One Boston Day and you can help make a difference with St. Francis House (39 Boylston St.) by supporting its Fresh Threads program that distributes clothing and more than 3,000 pairs of shoes a year.
One Boston Day was born from the tragedy of April 15th, 2013, and, "...serves as an opportunity to celebrate the resiliency, generosity, and strength demonstrated by the people of Boston and those around the world." Click here for more information about One Boston Day.
"This drive will directly benefit our guests, who are consistently in need of clean and sturdy footwear throughout the year. As you can imagine, people who don't have a home are walking in all types of weather, for miles, daily. Good footwear is essential for both comfort and good health," said Maggie Burns, Vice President of Philanthropy & External Affairs for St. Francis House.
Shoes should be brand-new or lightly worn, clean, in ready-to-wear condition, only sneakers/boots/walking shoes, no office or dress shoes and men's sizes 10 and up are most desired.
Donations can be dropped off at St. Francis House (39 Boylston St.) and Boston City Hall (3rd and 5th Floors) from Monday to Friday) through April 16th. There will be collection bins strategically placed throughout Boston on One Boston Day. Click here for more information. |
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Fans Line Streets to Meet
Celtics Rookie Jayson Tatum at T-Mobile
Fans lined up along Washington Street and around the corner down Franklin Street to meet and greet Boston Celtics star rookie Jayson Tatum at T-Mobile (350 Washington St.) on March 30th. Tatum signed autographs for an hour.
This was Tatum's second meet and greet with fans in Downtown Boston during March, as he was also at
Old Navy (430 Washington St.)
on March 10th.
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Enjoy Taco Tuesday at
Downtown Boston Restaurants
Taco Tuesday is a national craze -- and we've got our fair (or is it fare?) share of taco options in Downtown Boston
Sip Wine Bar and Kitchen (581 Washington St.), above, serves ahi tuna tacos blackened rare with Asian slaw, mae ploy chili sauce and topped with a wasabi cream drizzle. They are $12.
Barracuda on the Fly (55 Bromfield St.) offers taco varieties that change weekly, including crispy haddock, crawfish, chicken, pork, Mexican shrimp, veggie and more. They are served in a grilled tortilla, spicy slaw and chipotle aioli. Tacos are $3.50 each or 3 for $10.
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) offers Spiced Swordfish Tacos with lima crema, slaw, aged cheddar, radish and salsa verde. The cost is $16.
Shed's BBQ (32 Bromfield St.)
, above, offers
two delicious BBQ tacos and homemade tortilla chips with guacamole. Get two tacos of BBQ chopped brisket for $12, BBQ pulled chicken or pork for $10 or mix-and-match for $11.
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Boston Zoning Commission Meeting Regarding Redefining Medical Marijuana Treatment Center as Cannabis Establishment April 11th
The Boston Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to redefine the zoning definition that applies to all marijuana establishments as "Cannabis Establishment" on April 11th at the Office of the Zoning Commission (Boston City Hall, Room 952).
The Cannabis Establishments definition would include any Marijuana Establishment or Medical Marijuana Treatment Center.
The Boston Planning and Development Agency board voted in support of changing the definition. This hearing will be at 9:30 am. |
Artisan Bistro and Avery Bar Introduce
New Menus with Puerto Rican Flavor & Spirit
Chef de Cuisine Micole Rivera Suarez at Artisan Bistro and Avery Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston (10 Avery St.) recently
introduced new menus that reflect the spirit and flavor of her native Puerto Rico.
New menu highlights include:
- Duck Confit: Leg & Thigh, Bacon Cassoulet, Housemade Sausage, Lemon Oil
- 1855 Filet Mignon: Grilled Local Beef, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Red Wine Jus
- Roasted Ricotta Gnocchi: Hand Rolled, Wild Mushrooms, Basil, Tomato Coulis, Lemon Zest
- Foley Family Farm Salmon: Wild Rice, Coconut Green Curry, Coriander, Burnt Lime
"I wanted to provide a narrative of my adventures for both locals and guests traveling from afar to enjoy. Although it is
difficult to choose a favorite dish, I'm particularly excited for the Duck Confit with house-made Bacon Cassoulet. I cure and smoke the protein as well as confection the sausage directly in house," said Suarez.
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Pabu's Offering 5-Course Omakase
Tasting Menu on Sundays
Pabu (3 Franklin St., inside Millennium Tower) is offering a 5-course Omakase tasting menu for $55 starting on Sundays during April.
The new 5-course tasting menu is in addition to the limited menu. Pabu is open from 5 to 9 pm on Sundays. Please click here to make a reservation or call 857-327-7228. |
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City Services &
Important Hotlines
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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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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 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 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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