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December 11,
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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244th Boston Tea Party Reenactment
Dec. 16th
The 244th Boston Tea Party Reenactment is on Saturday, Dec. 16th to celebrate and re-enact the single most important event leading up to the American Revolution -- the Boston Tea Party!
From 6:30 to 7:30 pm, there will be an authentic, spirited and theatrical colonial meeting at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) to protest the colonial tax on tea. Tickets are required to attend this part of the reenactment and can be purchased here.
From 7:30 to 8 pm, the public is invited to be led by fife and drum corps to march from the Old South Meeting House to Boston Harbor where Griffin's Wharf once stood along the same route Patriots walked to Boston Harbor to destroy the tea.
From 8 to 8:30 pm, the public is invited to line the shores of Boston Harbor and watch as the Sons of Liberty storm aboard the Brig Beaver to destroy chest after chest of East India Company Tea, just as the colonists did 244 years ago!
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Branchfood's Annual Holiday Bash with Clover and Wolf & Company
Dec. 13th
Branchfood, Clover and Wolf & Company, all downtown Boston businesses, are teaming up to celebrate the work of food innovators, startups and entrepreneurs at Branchfood's Annual Holiday Bash on Wednesday, Dec. 13th.
There will be delicious bites from Clover, beer, wine, cider and treats from local food startups launching and expanding in Boston. There will also be a raffle for an exciting prize. This event is from 7 to 10 pm at Clover (160 Federal St.). Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by clicking here.
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Residents' Association: Downtown Seasonal Sing-Along on Dec. 13th
Come join your neighbors on Wednesday, Dec. 13th, for the 2nd Annual Seasonal Sing-Along hosted by downtown Boston resident David Meister.
This is a free event that will feature a series of videos with accompanying words on the screen so everyone can join in. Please register here if you are planning on attending. This event will be at Suffolk University's Modern Theatre from 7 to 8:30 pm. This event is sponsored by the Downtown Boston Residents' Association. |
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Holiday Maker Soirée at Fab@CIC on Dec. 13th
Are you searching for fun, one-of-a-kind gifts? If so, then look no further and join Fab@CIC for a Holiday Maker Soiree at Render 121 (121 Devonshire St.) on Wednesday, Dec. 13th.
There will be personalized gifts you can learn to make yourself, such as laser-etched tumblers and laser-cut ornaments. Some of Fab@CIC's crafty friends from the community will also be there to share their own creative holidays goods, including unique 3D printed jewelry from Atomic Earrings. There will also be a whiskey and spirit sampling by local Bully Boy Distillers and more. Click
here
for more info. This is a
free
event from
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Vocal Revolution Performing
Concerts in Downtown Crossing
Dec. 14th & 21st
Vocal Revolution -- one of New England's premier a capella groups -- will be performing two more times this month to sing holiday songs. There will be performances on Dec. 14th and 21st on Summer Street outside of Macy's.
Vocal Revolution is a non-profit men's chorus whose mission is "moving audiences and enriching lives through musical excellence." Founded in February 1970, VR is proud to be a member of the Concord, MA Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. All performances are from 5:50 to 6:30 pm. |
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Let Me Tell You a Story at the
West End Branch Library
Dec. 14th
Love a good story? Being read to is a rare pleasure for adults. On the second Thursday of the month, take a break from your work day and join the West End Branch Library for the reading of a short story.
Bring your lunch. This is a free event open to the public. This event will be on Thursday, Dec. 14th at 12:30 pm. The West End Branch Library is located at 151 Cambridge St. |
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Enjoy 'Winter Wonderland' and Help Thousands of Children in Need Enjoy 'Christmas Time in the City'
Kennedy Brothers Physical Therapy (45 Franklin St.) is once again spearheading "Christmas in the City" to provide gifts to thousands of children who live in homeless shelters throughout the Boston area. The all-volunteer non-profit organization needs your help to provide unopened gifts for children of all ages -- toys, arts and crafts, clothes and more.
"Christmas Time in the City" is a daylong event on Sunday, Dec. 17th, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center for kids who get to enjoy 20 indoor amusement park rides, games and more, including free dental care and haircuts.
And this year the "Christmas Time in the City Winter Wonderland" will be open Saturday, Dec. 16th from 11 am to 4 pm, for the general public to come and enjoy the rides, games and more. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door, at a Kennedy Brothers Physical Therapy Location or by clicking here. Please bring an unwrapped new toy.
"These kids wake up with nothing on Christmas," said
Jake Kennedy. "We want them to know there is magic during the holidays and that Santa keeps his word."
Click
here to donate or learn more about "Christmas Time in the City," which is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
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'Black Nativity' at Paramount Center Through Dec. 17th
Enjoy the National Center of Afro-American Artists' "Black Nativity" at Emerson College's Paramount Center through Dec. 17th.
"Black Nativity" is a celebration that tells the original story of the Nativity in scripture, verse, music and dance. Based on the Gospel of St. Luke, combined with the poetry of Langston Hughes, this song-play touches a special chord in the hearts of all.
Click here for more info about showtimes and to purchase tickets. |
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Candlelit Labyrinth Peace Walk on Greenway Conservancy
Dec. 17th
Everyone is invited to participate in a Candlelit Labyrinth Peace Walk at the Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway on Sunday, Dec. 17th.
Walk the labyrinth at your own pace, getting to the middle, pausing for reflection and finding your way out again. People are encouraged to tie a ribbon with a wish on the Wishing Tree.
There will be hot chocolate and cookies hosted by The Bostonian Hotel. There will be an a cappella performance by Ladies First from Wellesley High School at 5:45 pm.
The Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway is between Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Chirstopher Columbus Park. This event is from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Please RSVP to
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ArtsEmerson Presenting
Month-Long Series:
'Cambodian Culture, Art and History'
ArtsEmerson is presenting a month-long series about "Cambodian Culture, Art and History," which includes movie screenings, conversations, workshops and more.
The series culminates with the community screening of the film "First They Killed My Father," produced by Oscar-nominated Rithy Pahn and Angelina Jolie.
Some events are free and others are ticketed. Click here to learn more about the series, events and tickets. |
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ArtsEmerson Presenting
'Bangsokol: A Requiem for Cambodia'
Dec. 19th & 20th
ArtsEmerson is presenting "Bangsokol: A Requiem for Cambodia" on Dec. 19th and 20th at the Paramount Center. The film "is the first major symphonic work that addresses the traumas that occurred in Cambodia in the late seventies."
Bangsokol is "an act of cultural renewal, aiming to return the arts to their place at the heart of Cambodian society."
The film is the first collaboration of Oscar-nominated director Rithy Panh and composer Him Sophy -- both survivors of the Khmer Rouge and now at the forefront of Cambodia's cultural renaissance. The performance intertwines traditional Khmer instruments with The Metropolis Ensemble orchestra and the Taipei Philharmonic Chamber Choir.
The screenings are part of ArtsEmerson's month-long series "Cambodian Culture, Art and History," which includes movie screenings, conversations, workshops and more. (Please see more info above about the series.)
Click
here for tickets, showtimes and more info.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Performing at Omni Parker House on Dec. 19th
Take a step back in time as the Omni Parker House (60 School St.) welcomes back the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra on Tuesday, Dec. 19th.
It will be an evening of timeless classics and dancing in the Rooftop Ballroom. Featuring 19 musicians and singers who bring Glenn Miller's unforgettable sound to life, the Glenn Miller Orchestra remains one of the most sought-after and celebrated big bands.
Please click here for general admission and table seating tickets, which includes cocktails and light fare. There is a p
re-theater dinner menu available in Parker's Restaurant prior to show. For dinner reservations, please call 617-725-1600.
The show starts at 7 pm.
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Congregational Library
2017 Holiday Party on Dec. 19th
Join the Congregational Library & Archives (14 Beacon St., 2nd Floor) for an evening of fun, food, and festive music to celebrate the holidays during its second Late Night at the Library on Tuesday, Dec. 19th.
The staff has carefully selected the best of the best of its holiday-related materials and look forward to sharing it with you on a cold winter's night. T
he Concordia Consort recorder quartet will provide live festive music all night long.
This is a drop-in event so you can come for five minutes or the whole two hours. The event is
free and open to the public of all ages, but IDs will be checked at the door for those who want to enjoy festive spirits. Donations are welcome, but not required.
This event is from 5 to 7 pm.
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Boston Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' at Boston Opera House Through Dec. 31st
From the sugar plum fairies to the Russian dancers, the Boston Ballet's "The Nutcracker" is a holiday tradition you don't want to miss. The show will be at the Boston Opera House through Dec. 31st.
Whether you're seeing it for the first or the 100th time, the performance is always captivating. Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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Holiday Bands and Carolers Strolling in Downtown Boston
Through New Year
This holiday season the Downtown Boston BID Holiday Bands and Carolers are back by popular demand. They are strolling through the downtown Boston area through the New Year. It will be hard for to you miss them as there are three strolling bands and three strolling singing groups performing twice a day, every day!
The bands and singing groups feature different styles: the bands will feature Brass, Dixie and 'Bones (trombones and tuba); and the singers feature Victorian and Twilight. The groups play and sing holiday-themed songs every day from noon to 2 pm and then again from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. |
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Emerson College's 'Uncommon Project'
Art Installation
to Animate
Boylston Street for Several Months
Emerson College's Little Building at the corner of Tremont and Boylston streets is under a giant white tarp for months during construction. Seizing upon the giant canvas, Emerson debuted a series of visual and media projected art installations called "Uncommon Project," on the night of Dec. 1st.
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| Emerson College photo by Derek Palmer |
The project is showcasing works of local artists and Emerson faculty and students. Visible from the ground, the public art installation will be in place on the 13-story facade for several months during the renovation and construction of the Little Building.
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"Uncommon Project" is part of Emerson's efforts to activate the Boylston Street corridor, as well as to "strengthen the college's sense of place and identity by bringing to life the streetscape along Boylston Street and across from the Boston Common to inspire, embrace, and celebrate Boston's emerging diversity." |
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Sweet Harmony Performing
Saturdays and Sundays
The singing group Sweet Harmony is performing outside of Macy's on Summer Street every Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 23rd.
Sweet Harmony performs hits from the 1970s through today, including holiday-themed songs, from 12:30 to 3 pm. |
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Santa Claus in Downtown Crossing
Every Weekend Until Christmas
The Downtown Boston BID is working with Santa Claus again this year, as St. Nick will be outside of Macy's on Summer Street every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas.
Santa Claus will be outside granting wishes, greeting children big and small from noon to 2 pm and then from 3 to 4 pm every Saturday and Sunday. It is free to visit Santa Claus. Please bring your own camera if you want a photo with Santa. |
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Enjoy Freedom Trail Foundation
Historic Holiday Strolls
The Freedom Trail Foundation's Annual Historic Holiday Strolls are a great way to enjoy the holiday season in Downtown Boston.
The festive atmosphere of the city, set against the backdrop of Boston's historic sites, makes these merry 90-minute tours a great way to celebrate the holidays.
The strolls are led by Dickensian costumed guides departing from the ArtsBoston Booth at Faneuil Hall. Strolls include a visit to the Omni Parker House for refreshments and world-famous Boston cream pie.
Tickets are $29 for adults and $19 for children and reservations are required 24 hours in advance. Tours can also be booked as private family or group tours. The strolls are offered Thursdays through Sundays at 3:30 pm.
Please call 617-357-8300 for more information and reservations. The strolls are being offered through January 2018.
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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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Star Lights Brighten Downtown's Skyline
Since 1978, artist Ross Miller's Star Lights have hung above downtown Boston streets during the holiday season. This year the Downtown Boston BID added four more star lights on Washington Street, making it a baker's dozen of star lights shining bright during the darkest days of the year.
"One of the great things about putting them in the middle of the street is you see them against the sky. They're gateways and draw people in," said Miller, adding each light is slightly different in pattern, with some bulbs that blink, and others that change color.
Ross Miller originally came up with the idea for the star lights after working on a commercial fishing boat. Originally, he used incandescent bulbs, and this year all 13 star lights are using energy efficient LED bulbs.
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"I work on a lot of public art projects. One thing that's interesting about the Downtown Crossing Star Lights is they're a reoccurring project. They go away and they come back," said Miller. "We also have them up in November into January, which are some of the darkest months of the year. It's nice to have something wonderful, bright and sparkly to brighten up the area."
The Star Lights are located at the following locations: the intersection of Boylston and Tremont streets, intersection of Winter and Tremont streets, Tremont Street near School Street, School Street, West Street, Temple Place, Bromfield Street, Chauncy Street, Summer Street near Kingston Street, and four on Washington Street.
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Downtown Boston BID Ambassadors Donning New Uniforms
You may notice something new about the Downtown Boston BID Ambassadors -- they've got new uniforms.
"We wanted fabrics for the new uniforms that respond well to New England weather. They are breathable to provide comfort whether it's hot or cold. Also, the colors are bright to provide visibility to the public," said Steve Brookes, Director of Operations for the Ambassador Program.
The new uniforms are orange and gray, and include pants, shorts, undershirts, t-shirts, jackets, gloves, hats and boots.
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T-Mobile Now Open at 350 Washington St.
A new T-Mobile store opened recently at 350 Washington St., with a glowing pink inside. Please note: There is currently (bright pink) scaffolding surrounding the outside of the store and bordering businesses.
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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 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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Please Take Commission for Persons with Disabilities Accessibility Priority Survey to Help Shape City's Strategic Planning
The Mayor's Commission for Persons with Disabilities is engaging in a new initiative to increase accessibility and engage people with disabilities in all aspects of life within the City of Boston.
The new initiative includes the Accessibility Priority Survey, which can be taken by clicking here.
The survey will help the City learn about existing barriers and accessibility-related needs to help shape the City's strategic planning. The survey is for anyone who lives, plays or works in Boston. The City of Boston is encouraging professionals or advocates who work with people with disability to take it. |
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Where to Ice Skate in Downtown Boston:
Boston Common Frog Pond and
City Hall Plaza
There are two wonderfully scenic spots to go ice skating in Downtown Boston: the Boston Common Frog Pond and City Hall Plaza. You are welcome to bring your own skates or rent a pair, and both locations avail the opportunity to get a warm cup of cocoa, tasty treats and more.
The Boston Common Frog Pond is open for ice skating. Admission is based on a skater's height -- under 58 inches gets in for free, and $6 for 58 inches or taller. Skate rental prices vary. Click here for more information about skating on the Boston Common Frog Pond.
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| Boston Globe photo by Craig F. Walker |
For the second year City Hall Plaza is hosting Boston Winter, which is open seven days a week. Boston Winter features a mix of winter activities, including a unique outdoor skating path, an expanded holiday shopping market and an array of hospitality experiences and attractions. The holiday shopping market features 85 boutique style chalets offering a wide variety of local and international gifts, goods and food.
Click here for more information about Boston Winter on City Hall Plaza. The Skating Path's hours vary and can be seen by clicking here.
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Blue Christmas Service at
King's Chapel on
Dec. 13th
King's Chapel (58 Tremont St.) is hosting a Blue Christmas service on Wednesday, Dec. 13th. This will be a quiet service dedicated to those struggling this holiday season.
Anyone is welcome to attend and rekindle the light of hope. The service starts at 6 pm. |
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Macy's Friends & Family Sale
Ends Today
Macy's Friends & Family Sale gives you the perfect opportunity to go holiday shopping this season. The sale ends Dec. 11th.
The sale includes taking an extra 30% off clothing, accessories and home items; an extra 25% off jewelry and watches; an extra 15% of beauty purchases; and an extra 10% off electrics/electronics, furniture, mattresses and rugs.
When shopping online use the promo code FRIEND to receive discounted prices. |
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Restaurants Open for
Christmas Day and Christmas Eve
There are numerous restaurants downtown that will be open for Christmas Day and Christmas Eve. It is recommended you make reservations.
Artisan Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston (10 Avery St.) is offering a Christmas Day brunch buffet from 7 am to 3 pm, and an a la carte dinner menu from 5 to 7 pm. Please call 617-574-7295 to make reservations.
Explorateur (186 Tremont St.) is offering a Christmas Eve brunch from 7 am to 3 pm. Click here to view the menu. Please call 617-466-6600 to make reservations.
Legal Crossing (558 Washington St.) is open on Christmas Eve from 11 am to 9 pm, and on Christmas Day from noon to 8 pm. Please call 617-692-8888 to make reservations.
The Marliave (10 Bosworth St.) is now taking reservations for The Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. The origin of The Feast of the Seven Fishes is unknown, as it is a tradition dating back centuries. The common belief is that by partaking in the Feast, good luck and good fortune will be brought upon you through the holiday season and into the New Year. Space is limited. Please call 617-422-0004 or visit opentable.com to make reservations.
PABU (3 Franklin St.) is offering its regular dinner menu on Christmas Eve from 5 to 9 pm. Please call 857-327-7228 to make reservations.
Ruth's Chris Steak House (60 School St.) will be open on Christmas Eve from noon to 9 pm, and noon to 8 pm on Christmas Day. A full menu will be offered on both days. Please click here to make reservations. |
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The Ritz-Carlton's Holiday Programming Includes Breakfast with Mrs. Claus and
Sugar Plum Fairy Tea
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston (10 Avery St.) is offering several holiday-themed events and promotions with sugar plum fairies, Mrs. Claus and the Nutcracker Bear.
Experience An Enchanting Nutcracker Escape with the magic of "The Nutcracker" that includes overnight accommodations, a sugar plum inspired bubble bath drawn by the Ritz-Carlton Bath Butler, and topped off with the Nutcracker Bear tuck-in service with milk and holiday cookies. This package starts at $495 for a deluxe guest room.
Enjoy Sugar Plum Fairy Tea as guests enter a magical Nutcracker dreamland where they mingle with costumed characters from the Boston Ballet's "The Nutcracker" production. Guests enjoy a buffet of tea sandwiches, desserts, singalongs and interactive crafts. This is offered on Sunday, Dec. 17th in the Washington Junior Room from 11 am to 1 pm. Reservations are required. Tickets are $60 per adult and $42 per child.
Also enjoy Breakfast with Mrs. Claus for an elegant buffet with her friends from the Boston Ballet's "The Nutcracker" for live music, storytelling and interactive holiday activities. This is being offered on Saturday, Dec. 16th and 23rd from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Reservations are required. Tickets are $72 per adult and $44 per child.
Click
here to make reservations.
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A Boston Holiday Tradition
Lives On at Yvonne's
Yvonne's (2 Winter Place) is following in the footsteps of its predecessor, Locke-Ober, to provide delicious holiday lunches on the first four Fridays in December.
Curated by Culinary Director Tom Berry and Executive Chef Juan Pedrosa, the holiday lunch menu features Lobster a La Stroganoff, Veal Parmesan, Short Rib & Filet Mignon 'Turf & Turf' Rossini and more. There will also be an all-new martini lounge featuring vodka and gin martinis paired with various vermouths and accoutrements.
The holiday lunch is being served on Dec. 15th and 22nd with seatings at noon, 12:30 pm, 1 pm and 1:30 pm. Please call 617-267-0047 to make reservations or book online by clicking here. |
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Godfrey Hotel Boston Holiday Pop-Up Series Through Dec. 23rd
The Godfrey Hotel Boston (505 Washington St.) is hosting a Holiday Pop-Up Series on each Saturday through Dec. 23rd.
The pop-up series will feature Boston area businesses offering an assortment of products, including handmade knits, cocktail kits and specialty baked dog treats. The pop-up series will be from 11 am to 4 pm. Anyone is welcome to attend the pop-up series.
The following is the schedule:
Dec. 16th: Derouchaeu Handmade Knits
Dec. 23rd: Polka Dog Bakery
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Register Now: BASE Offering Spanish,
Portuguese and Arabic Classes
The next seven-week course period for the Boston Area Spanish Exchange (101 Arch St., 8th Floor) begins the week of Jan. 16th and the registration deadline is Jan. 5th. Boston BID newsletter readers get a 5% tuition waiver using the coupon code BOSTONBID by Jan 5th.
BASE is offering low-tuition English-language programs beginning in 2018, so tuition for learning Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic courses will be helping to create more opportunities for Boston's most vulnerable, who are in need of English-learning opportunities.
The Spanish course schedules are available here. Portuguese course schedules are available here. Arabic course schedules are available here.
There's a $25 tuition waiver for Portuguese and Arabic courses, if you sign up by Jan. 5th. Please use the codes PORTUGUESE and ARABIC respectively. There's also a $100 tuition waiver for Intensive or Ultra-intensive courses. Please use coupon code IMMERSION when signing up.
This December there is also Conversaciones Decembrinas, a series of free level-specific Spanish conversation opportunities. Click here for more info. |
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Sip Wine Bar and Kitchen Offering
Half Off Sushi Menu
Monday through Friday
Sip Wine Bar and Kitchen (581 Washington St.) recently started offering half off their sushi menu from 4 to 6 pm on Monday through Friday.
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Salon Euphoria Balayage
Special for December
Salon Euphoria (333 Washington St., Suite 221) is offering a special deal on partial balayage for $85 through Dec. 31st.
The balayage is considered the hottest customized hair color solution of today. The price does not include a blow dry and this deal cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. |
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Artisan Bistro Offering Prix Fixe
'Nutcracker' Menu
Artisan Bistro (10 Avery St., inside The Ritz-Carlton, Boston) is offering a prix fixe $38 Nutcracker menu on show days from 5 to 10 pm.
Signature cocktails are also being offered, including the Snowflake and the Northern Lights for $15 each. Please call 617-574-7176 to make reservations. |
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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 is outside of Walgreens on Washington Street and is 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 by contacting BID staffer 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 and
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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 crosswalks, 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 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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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
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