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October 14, 2014  
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This Week's Featured Event
Shakespeare's Globe Presents 'King Lear' at Paramount Center

London's renowned Shakespeare's Globe company returns to ArtsEmerson with their production of "King Lear" at the Paramount Center (559 Washington St.) from October 15th to 23rd


Led by Joseph Marcell (pictured above and most well-known for his role as Geoffrey in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air"), an ensemble of eight actor-musicians play multiple characters and instruments in one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedy. Tickets can be purchased here, and vary from $25 to $79.
Pumpkin Fare 
Pumpkin Food & Drink in the District 

October means pumpkin-flavored everything, from teas, to desserts, to drinks. Are you a merchant with a pumpkin-based item? Let us know about it and we'll include it in next week's newsletter. 

The Boston Common Coffee Co. (515 Washington St.) is selling pumpkin bread, pumpkin scones, gluten-free pumpkin muffin tops, and pumpkin spice lattes, chai tea, and coffee.

Got a thirst for pumpkin? The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is offering two draft lines of pumpkin beers while in season, including Harpoon UFO Pumpkin, and a rotating selection of local and national brands including Brooklyn Brewing Post Road Pumpkin. They are also offering Jack's Abby Pumpkin, Southern Tier Pumpking, Dogfish Head Punkin, and Two Roadsmary's Baby. 

Peet's Coffee inside the Capital One 360 Cafe (129 Tremont St.) is offering pumpkin latte, Freddo, chai latte, muffins, and scones. 

Email [email protected] to have your pumpkin-based items included in next week's newsletter.
 
Announcements
BONAPITA Now Offering Catering Services 

BONAPITA (49 Franklin St.) is now offering a catering menu. Its Mediterranean-inspired menu is perfect for groups of 20 or more. 

The BONAPITA Buffet ($14.99 per person) features the light, fluffy pita, an array of fresh vegetables, and your choice of one of the four flavorful protein options. The Fill It Buffet ($9.99 per person) features pita sandwiches stuffed with your choice of protein and fresh chopped salad. Minimum order is for 20 people. Orders must be placed 24-48 hours in advance. To view the full menu and to place your order click here or call 857-350-4606BONAPITA is open Monday through Friday, 11:30 am to 4 pm.  
St. Anthony Shrine Offers Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents 

From November 7th to 9th, St. Anthony Shrine will offer a Weekend Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents at the Miramar Retreat Center (121 Parks St., Duxbury)

The retreat will start at 6 pm on Friday and go until 1 pm on Sunday. The retreat is offered through the Shrine's Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents, an ongoing program service. One-day retreats and monthly meetings are also offered on the first Sunday of each month at the Shrine (100 Arch St.). Call Diane Monaghan at 617-542-8057 or 617-838-5755 for more info 
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 [email protected].  
Deals & Promos
One Hour of Billards, Two Burgers, Two Drinks for $20 at Scholars

Scholars (25 School St.) is offering a $20 billiards and food deal available Monday through Friday, noon to 4 pm. You will receive one hour of billiards, two burgers and two drinks.   

Macy's Visitor Center Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month 

Macy's Visitor Center (first floor) has gone pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

A black and pink "For the Love of Life" breast cancer awareness bag is being sold for $5 replacing the Visitor Shopping Bag, which regularly sells for $35.
Watch Old South Meeting House Discussions on WGBH's Website 

If you were unable to attend Nathaniel Sheidley's recent talk at the Old South Meeting House, "Refurnishing Boston's Historic Council Chamber," you can watch it on WGBH's website for free


Several other recent talks, including the Old South Meeting House's "Musical Boston Quiz Show," pictured above, are also available for free on the website. Click here to watch the videos.
Pink for a Purpose at Hyatt Regency Boston to Benefit The Ellie Fund

For the entire month of October, the Hyatt Regency Boston's Avenue One restaurant will serve the Pinkarita ($14) and Pretty in Pink cheesecake ($8), in honor of and recognition of all those who have been impacted by breast cancer. 

Half of the proceeds from each drink, as well as a percentage of proceeds from each dessert, will directly benefit The Ellie Fund. Please ask your server for more information. 
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, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. 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 [email protected], which is encouraged. 
Additional BID Ambassador Services
  • 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. 
  • Remove litter and graffiti 
  • Friendly, welcoming downtown presence: helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incidents, etc. 
  • Contact [email protected] for more.

Featured Stories
Photos: Head to Toe Fashion Show Brings Boston Fashion Week to Petit Robert Central and Summer Street

Menswear boutique Caramelo Clothing Company of Jamaica Plain took over Petit Robert Central and Summer Street for the Head to Toe All Male Fashion Show on October 7th. 


Petit Robert Central customers enjoyed their dinner as models from Dynasty Models & Talent strutted their stuff through the dining area. The fashion show was produced and styled by Terri Mahn of thestylistcloset and was one of Boston Fashion Week's anchor events. The Downtown Boston BID was delighted to partner with thestylistcloset, Petit Robert Central, Caramelo Clothing Company and welcome Boston Fashion Week to the neighborhood. 

The above photo is from Boston Magazine. Click here for more of their coverage of the event. Models wore clothing from local designers including Ted Baker, Penguin, Osimum, and other brands sold at Caramelo. The group then made their way outside to Summer Street where they posed for photos with Caramelo's owners Tatiana Tejedor and Carolina Tejedor-Meyers. After the show a pop-up store inside the restaurant sold items from the store.

Above photo by Jan Bloch Photography for Dynasty Models & Talent. Click here for more photos of the event by Jan Bloch Photography. 
Time Capsule Inside Old State House Lion's Crown Opened 

On Thursday, Skylight Studios in Woburn hosted the highly-anticipated opening of the early 1900s time capsule found inside the Old State House's lion's crown. The capsule was so overstuffed with materials that archivists decided to wait before diving into the contents. 

Above photo by Boston Magazine: Elizabeth Roscio, Library Archives Manager at the Bostonian Society, reveals the contents of the capsule.

A red hardcover book was visible inside and surrounded by papers. Roscio said the papers looked like newsprint and seemed to be in good shape. The box was to be brought back to the processing table at the Bostonian Society's archives center to be opened.

A new time capsule is being assembled by the Bostonian Society, which is taking suggestions from the public about what to place inside. Inquiries can be sent to the Bostonian Society at [email protected], or by using the hashtag #LionandUnicorn on Twitter. Click here for all of Boston Magazine's Old State House time capsule coverage. 
Fans Meet New England Patriot Rob Gronkowski at School Street 
Walgreens Emporium 

Fans lined up at the Walgreens Emporium on School Street on October 7th to meet New England Patriots All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowksi, pictured below. 

Gronkowski was promoting Six Star Pro Nutrition whey protein drinks. He greeted fans, signed autographs and posed for photos. The event was free for anyone to attend.  
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Fall Pumpkin Fest at the Boston Common Frog Pond on October 19th

The Boston Parks & Recreation Department sponsored Fall Pumpkin Fest on the Boston Common Frog Pond is free to attend, and will take place on Sunday, October 19th

Bring an 8-inch or smaller carved pumpkin to float and help set the Frog Pond aglow for twilight. There will kid-friendly experiments conducted by the Mass Horticultural Society and Science on the Street. Watch magic tricks and a fun bubble show by Jim "Bubble Man" Dichter. There will also be scarily delicious treats, refreshments, games and more. All pumpkins will be given to the Boston Natural Areas Network for composting. This event is from 4:30 to 6:30 pm

'The Pleasures of Being Out of Step' and Q&A with Nat Hentoff on October 16th

Enjoy a free screening of the documentary film "The Pleasures of Being Out of Step," about Nat Hentoff, narrated by Emmy-award winning actor Andre Braugher. This screening will be presented by the Suffolk Cinema Series at the Modern Theatre (525 Washington St). on October 16th

A pre-screening performance by the Boston Latin School Jazz Combo will begin at 6:30 pm, with the screening starting at 7 pm. Hentoff is a seminal jazz critic, free-speech activist and Boston native. A discussion and Q&A with Hentoff will follow via Skype 
Macy's Boston Semi-Annual Glamour Bash on October 17th

During store hours on October 17th discover your most glamorous self at Macy's Boston Semi-Annual Glamour Bash

Throughout the cosmetics department, trained beauty advisers will share the newest trends in color and skincare. Enjoy gifts with purchase offered at most cosmetic lines during the event. Make your appointment now for the fall glamour bash by calling 617-357-3000 
Reap the Benefits of Old South Meeting House Membership with Guided Tour of West End Museum 

The West End Museum is offering a $5 guided tour of "The Last Tenement" permanent exhibit exclusively for Old South Meeting House members and their guests. You will also be given time to explore the exhibits "Bulfinch: Boston and Beyond" about architect Charles Bulfinch, and "Tony Demarco at the Boston Garden."

This free tour will take place on Friday, October 17th from 2 to 3:30 pm. Tour space is limited and fills up quickly, so pre-registration is a must. Please call 617-482-6439 ext. 10 to preregister. Click here to learn about becoming and Old South Meeting House member.
RSVP Today! Suffolk University Presents: 
"Should Boston Go Bigger? The Benefits + Burdens of Density" 

Suffolk University's Center for Real Estate and the Greater Boston Real Estate Board presents "Should Boston Go Bigger? The Benefits + Burdens of Density" on Tuesday, October 21st from 7:45 to 9:45 am. This event is being hosted by Suffolk University's Sawyer Business School

Panelists include: Kenan Bigby, vice president of Trinity Financial; Sheila Dillon, director of the Department of Neighborhood Development for the City of Boston; Frederick Kramer, AIA, President of ADD Inc.; and Paul McMorrow, Associate Editor of CommonWealth Magazine. This will be moderated by Peter Howe of NECN. This event is free and open to the public, however RSVP is required by clicking here. This event is taking place at the Modern Theatre (525 Washington St.)
Jewelry, Candles, Honey and 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. 
Construction & Utility Work Updates 
Godfrey Hotel Being Built on West Street and Millennium Tower Going Up and Up... 

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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