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September 2, 2014  
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This Week's Featured Event
Bells Will Ring on Boston Charter Day September 7th 

Bells will ring out on Boston Charter Day on September 7th, which commemorates the naming in 1630 of our Boston for Boston, Lincolnshire, England, with a series of events.

Organized by the Partnership of the Historic Bostons, bell ringing will occur at 4:30 pm on Sunday, September 7th at the King's Chapel, Park Street Church, and the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.). Also, (photo above) a free Founders Trail Tour from Readers Park (School and Washington streets) will take place after the bell ringing. The tour will end at the Founders Memorial (photo above) on the Boston Common for a wreath laying to honor our founders.

There are several other events throughout the month celebrating Boston Charter Day, click here to learn more about them all. 
Deals & Promos
Win $100 and Get Your Name on a Doughnut from Boston Common Coffee Company's Doughnut Challenge 

The Boston Common Coffee Company (515 Washington St.) is hosting a Doughnut Challenge that could net you $100 and your name on a doughnut. 

The local coffee shop is accepting submissions through social media for customer's creative doughnut ideas. Boston Common hosts Doughnut Thursday every week with a different selection of unique doughnuts like Nutella Bacon, Peach Melba, and Honey Buffalo Chicken. Check out  DigBoston's new issue on stands now, or send your ideas via Facebook or Twitter for a chance to win a $100 Gift Card and your name on the doughnut. Voting goes on until September 3rd, and a winner will be announced on September 11th.
First Ride Free at B/SPOKE Studios 

B/SPOKE Studios is giving one free ride to new customers if you sign up through its website here. 

B/SPOKE Studios is located on the first floor at 101 Federal St. Click here for class descriptions, and click here for other deals.
Save $$ and Be Healthy! Women's Fitness of Boston Fall Back Into Shape Deal 

Fall back into shape with Women's Fitness of Boston. Join now and receive half off the enrollment fee and half off your first full month. 

This offer applies to monthly memberships only, and expires September 30th. Women's Fitness of Boston is located at 27 School St. Call 617-227-1221, or click here for more info. 
Four-Course Champagne and Oyster Social at The Merchant on September 11th 

The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is hosting a 4-course Champagne and Oyster Social on September 11th starting at 6 pm. 

Enjoy some of the finest champagne paired with local New England oysters and great conversation with Mathieu Luneau, export manager of Champagne Besserat de Bellefon and Lee Schlesinger, New England Sales Director for Winesellers, Ltd. Purchase $55 tickets and view the full menu here. 
Announcements
City of Boston Recycling/Trash Days are Monday and Friday for Downtown 

Downtown Boston is being serviced by the Sunrise Scavenger company for trash collection, which takes place on Monday and Friday. Recycling also takes place on this days. 

For full collection schedules, info on hazardous waste drop-off days, electronics recycling and more, please click here for the city's website. 
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
Please send a cover letter and resume to info@bostonbid.org.  
BID's New Maps Make Travel Easier for Visitors Throughout Downtown Boston

Have you requested your free new Downtown Boston Visitor's Guide map? The new maps are being distributed by our ambassadors to hotels, restaurants, ground level retail stores, and to residential concierges. If you are interested in receiving our new maps, please email info@bostonbid.org. 
Construction & Utility Work Updates 
Millennium Tower Going Up and Up... Burnham Building Restoration Ongoing

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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Featured Stories
First Downtown Boston Elementary School in 15 Years Now Open 

The Torit Language Center Montessori began its first day of elementary school on September 2nd - making it the first new elementary school in the area in more than a decade! 

Above: Students participate in a reading circle on the first day of school at the Torit Language Center Montessori Elementary Schoool. The school is located at 41 Bromfield St. The elementary school goes up to third grade.
 
Kristen Mansharamani, founder of the school, said the school could be an alternative for parents who work downtown, instead of schools in the suburbs. Mansharamani said a parent who works in the downtown area could commute with their child to the school, and be able to spend more time with their child instead of putting them on a bus. 

The Torit Language Center Montessori opened in 2008 at 45 Province St., and has 85 children in its early childhood program (infant through kindergarten), so having an elementary school was a natural extension for the school. Click here for more information about the school. 
Old State House Lion, Unicorn, and More Being Restored 

Don't be alarmed by the scaffolding at the Old State House in the coming weeks. The oldest surviving public building in the country started a major restoration on August 30th that will include the iconic lion and unicorn statues on the east facade of the building. 

The Bostonian Society is leading the restoration work of the two statues, which includes lowering the statues by crane, and transporting them to a conservator's studio. The statues will be resurfaced with palladium and gold leaf. The two animals are from Great Britain's royal coat of arms. The unicorn symbolizes Scotland and the lion represents England. The project will also include roofing and window repairs, and repointing of the masonry on the west facade. The Old State House is located at 206 Washington St.
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Tickets Available for This Weekend's Boston Calling Music Festival 

The hottest tickets in town are still available for this weekend's Boston Calling Music Festival featuring musical stars such as Nas, The Roots, and Lorde. 

The Boston Calling Music Festival begins at 6:45 pm on Friday, September 5th and goes through Sunday, September 7th.  Single-day and multi-day tickets are still available by clicking here.
MSPCA's Walk for Animals on Boston Common on September 7th

Support your furry best friend by participating in the MSPCA's Walk for Animals 2014 taking place on the Boston Common on Sunday, September 7th. 

The walk will be held on the Boston Common Parade Grounds at the corner of Charles and Beacon streets. Registration begins at 11 am, and the walk begins at noon. Click here to register to walk with or without a dog, to make a donation, and to learn more about the walk.You do not have to have a dog to participate in the walk.
Riff Raff Wednesdays at GEM with Internationally Acclaimed DJs 

GEM is kicking off Riff Raff Wednesdays on September 3rd with dBerrie manning the DJ table. 

Riff Raff Wednesdays feature internationally-acclaimed DJs, like The Disco Fries on September 10th. Riff Raff Wednesdays do not have a cover, but VIP tables are being encouraged by emailing john@bneg.com or call 617-592-2391. Advanced free tickets are available by clicking here for the September 3rd show, and here for the September 10th show. This is a 21+ event starting at 10 pm and ending at 2 am. GEM is located at 42 Province St.  
There IS a Boston Calling Block 
Party This Thursday!  

The Boston Calling Block Party is a fun and free event after work on Thursdays at Dewey Square. In past years there has not been a block party the day before the Boston Calling Music Festival - but there will be a block party this Thursday! 

Held every Thursday through the end of September, the 21+ event is free to attend, and drinks are $4. Every week there is live entertainment, either a band or a DJ. Meet up with friends for a drink, or try playing lawn games, like corn hole, seen above. The Boston Calling Block Party at Dewey Square (across from South Station) is open from 5 to 8 pm. 
Necklaces, Clothing & More at the Summer Street Market on Wednesdays & Fridays  

Handcrafted jewelry, local honey, soy soaps, and candles are just a few items for sale at the Summer Street Market at 125 Summer Street on Wednesdays and Fridays.  

The market is open 11 am to 6 pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. 
BID Ambassador Services & Links
BID Ambassadors Provide Walking Escorts 24 Hours a Day in Downtown 

The Downtown Boston BID Ambassadors provide hospitality services seven days a week, nearly 24 hours a day. BID Ambassadors provide walking escorts all day or night - they'll even tote an umbrella if it's raining!

Please call 617-261-0066 to arrange an escort or for other BID Ambassador services. Please call 20 to 30 minutes prior to desired escort. You can also email help@bostonbid.org, which is encouraged. 
Additional BID Ambassador Services
  • Providing walking escorts 24 hours/day: contact 617-261-0066 to arrange. 
  • Landscaping, watering flowers, making sure handicapped ramps are not obstructed and storm drain openings are not clogged.
  • Cleaning and powerwashing in Downtown Boston during warm weather. 
  • Friendly, welcoming downtown presence: helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incidents, etc. 
  • Contact info@bostonbid.org for more.