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March 2, 2015
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Featured Stories
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Deals & Promos
'Know Snow' Info
Announcements
BID Ambassador Services & Links
City Services
Construction & Utility Work Updates
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This Week's Featured Event
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245th Boston Massacre Commemoration and Reenactment on March 7th
The Old State House (206 Washington St.) will be buzzing on Saturday, March 7th commemorating the 245th anniversary of the Boston Massacre.
The reenactment will take place outside of the Old State House at 7 pm and is free to attend.
There will be several different events throughout the day. "Little Redcoats and Little Rabblerousers" will take place at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm for free and will teach what life was like for Bostonians and British soldiers in Boston leading up to the Massacre. "Blood on the Snow" is at 11 am and 2 pm and is free with admission to the museum. Actors will delve into the choices that faced British Acting Governor Thomas Hutchinson in the aftermath of the Massacre. "The Trial of the Century" will take place at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm and will feature actors portraying John Adams and Josiah Quincy defend British soldiers accused of murdering five Bostonians at the Massacre. Audience members are invited to act as witnesses and jurors. This event is free with admission to the museum.
Admission to the museum is $10 for adults and children younger than 18 are free. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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ReadBoston Evening with Erica Dhawan at Central Bistro on March 4th
Learn about connectional intelligence at a ReadBoston event with author Erica Dhawan at Central Bistro (101 Arch St.) on March 4th at 6 pm. Dhawan and Saj-Nicole Joni are the co-authors of "Get Big Things Done: The Power of Connectional Intelligence." Connectional intelligence is the ability combine knowledge, ambition and human capital, forging connections on a global scale.
Books will be available for purchase. Tickets are $10 and include wine and snacks. Click here for more info or to purchase tickets, or call 617-918-5286 for questions. |
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ArtsEmerson Presents March Music Weekend Featuring Hallelujah the Hills, The New Highway Hymnal & More
ArtsEmerson presents the March Music Weekend featuring live music performances on Friday, March 6th and Saturday, March 7th at the Paramount Center (559 Washington St.).
Hallelujah the Hills and The New Highway Hymnal will perform on Friday; Marissa Nadler (pictured above), Damon & Naomi, and Glenn Jones will perform on Saturday. Performances will take place in the Jackie Liebergott Black Box Theatre inside the Paramount. Tickets $10 in advance and can be purchased here, or $12 at the door, or by calling 617-824-8400. Doors open at 9 pm for both nights. Both nights are 18+ events. |
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Irish International Immigrant Center Open House on March 5th
The Irish International Immigrant Center (100 Franklin St. enter at 201 Devonshire St.) Open House is on Thursday, March 5th. Come and meet IIIC staff, volunteers, board members and learn about the organization's plans for 2015.
The open house is from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and open to the public to attend. To RSVP or for any additional inquiries please contact Mary Kerr at [email protected] or 617-542-7654 ex. 33. |
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Metropolitan Area Planning Council Open House on March 10th
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is hosting its 6th Annual Open House on Tuesday, March 10th at 60 Temple Place. Meet MAPC staff, learn about their projects, region and the organization's strategic plan for 2015 to 2020.
There will be refreshments and raffle prizes including a Hubway Annual Membership, a Landry's Bicycle gift card and more. The open house is from 4 to 7 pm. Click here for more info, and please register by clicking here.
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Boston Ballet's 'Lady of the Camellias' at Opera House Through March 8th
"Lady of the Camellias" debuted at the Boston Opera House on Feb. 26th. This staging celebrates the 20th anniversary of the work. Based on Alexander Dumas' 19th-century French novel and set to music by Frederic Chopin, the story follows the tragic affair of Marguerite, one of Paris' most sought-after courtesans, and Armand, a young gentleman from the country. Boston Ballet's staging of Caniparoli's Camellias celebrates the 20th anniversary of the work. The $10 per ticket exchange fee has been waived this winter. Exchanges can be made up until one day prior to the performance, and must be for the same ballet. Please call the box office at 617-695-6955 during regular business hours. The show runs through March 8th. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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Think of Warm Days While Viewing the Griffin Museum Exhibit 'SKY' at Lafayette City Center Passageway
Get out of the cold and stay warm while viewing
"SKY" a new Griffin Museum exhibit on display for free at the Lafayette City Center Passageway (2 Avenue de Lafayette).
 | | "Buoy 2014" by Yorgos Efthymiadis |
The following is the curator's statement about the exhibit: "Since ancient times Man has been mesmerized by the sky. It has inspired us. We've written poems and sung about it, and danced by it. Before understanding, we prayed to it and feared it. Life and tragedy spring from it. We measure our goals against it (sky high) and solve problems because of it (blue skying). The possibilities in life are endless because of it (the sky's the limit)." wrote Paula Tognarelli, executive director and curator of the Griffin Museum of Photography. Click here for the full statement and more info about the exhibit.
The Lafayette City Center Passageway links the Downtown Boston Macy's with the Hyatt Regency Boston, and is open to the public from 10 am to 6 pm. This is the fourth exhibit curated by the Griffin Museum at the Passageway. The exhibit is open to the public through April 19th.
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Classical Works at King's Chapel's Free Tuesday Noon Recitals
King's Chapel (58 Tremont St.) hosts free music recitals every Tuesday at 12:15 pm. On Tuesday, March 3rd violinist Dorian Bandy will perform works by Biber, Tartini and more.
On Tuesday, March 10th, Jacob Reed will perform works by Bach and Brahms on the C.B. Fisk Organ.
Each recital is about 30 to 40 minutes. Click here for more info about King's Chapel's Tuesday recitals.
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'Know Snow' Resources for Boston
To aid everyone during this historical winter the BID created a "Know Snow" website page full of information and resources to help you navigate this snowy winter.
BID ambassadors continue to work round the clock to clear crosswalks, handicapped ramps, storm drains fire hydrants, and big belly receptacles.
If you have a question about snow removal in the BID please call the BID's dispatch line at 617-261-0066. For general citywide info please call the Mayor's hotline at 617-635-4500.
We would like to thank everyone who has helped in this monumental effort. But as a friendly reminder, property owners are required to remove snow, ice, and slush from their abutting sidewalks and curb ramps within three hours after snowfall has ended. Please visit here for all City of Boston snow removal guidelines, including the system of fines for violators.
MBTA: Click here for updates from the MBTA about service for subway lines, trolleys, buses, and commuter rails.
Logan Airport: Travelers are encouraged to check with their airline for up-to-date flight information. Click here for a list of all airlines at Boston Logan Airport and their contact info.
Trash & Recycling: Click here for City of Boston trash and recycling information and to learn what day your collection is on. Click here to report a missed pick-up. For property and business owners - please contact your trash hauler or check the city web site for residential pick up times.
Hotels/Lodging: Click here for a BID link to local hotels.
Parking Garages: Click here for a BID link to local parking garages open for public parking.
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BID Ambassador Services & Links
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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 snowing!
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.
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Additional BID Ambassador Services
- Making sure handicapped ramps are not obstructed and storm drain openings are not clogged by snow or ice.
- Cleaning and powerwashing in Downtown Boston during warm weather.
- Landscaping, watering flowers 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.
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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
Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. |
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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
For questions and comments, please contact David Ertischek, newsletter editor, at: [email protected] |
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Leonard Nimoy Lived Long and Prospered with Beginnings in Downtown Boston
Before becoming Spock on "Star Trek," actor Leonard Nimoy started his acting career in Boston. Nimoy, 83, passed away on Feb. 27th.
In 2013 he toured Downtown Boston with his son Adam, who was making a short documentary about his father's life, from being born in the West End to his entry level jobs at businesses on Boylston and Bromfield streets.
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| | Leonard Nimoy and his son Adam in Downtown Boston. (Photo from WGBH) |
In the video Nimoy talked about his job as a vacuum salesman on Boylston Street, which taught him how to sell himself during auditions. He also sold newspapers on the Boston Common, and had a job in a stationery store on Bromfield Street. Click here to watch the full video made by Adam Nimoy about his father.
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| | Leonard Nimoy on Boylston Street in Downtown Boston. |
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Three Hot Drinks to Warm You Up in Downtown Boston
Forget about the cold weather and warm up with these three special hot drinks in Downtown Boston.
Legal Crossing (558 Washington St.) has an after dinner surprise - the Happy Ending (pictured above) for $12, which consists of coffee beans, Coraz�n A�ejo tequila, Galliano Ristretto, cassis cream and fresh-grated cacao beans.
Avenue One (inside Hyatt Regency Boston at 1 Avenue de Lafayette) offers a Hot Apple Toddy (pictured above) for $13, which features Jack Daniel's Honey, Canton Ginger Liqueur, topped with hot apple cider and garnished with two whole cloves and an apple slice.
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) offers the Snow in May (pictured above) for $11 and features Bulleit rye, lemon, maraschino liqueur and orange bitters.
Are you a business with a hot drink? Email David Ertischek at [email protected].
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Meet Michelle Norman, General Manager of AMC Loews Boston Common 19
Michelle Norman started her position as the General Manager of the AMC Loews Boston Common 19 in December and she said her mission is simple -- "make smiles happen."
"The goal is to provide an AMC Amazing experience for our guests. We want them to leave with great movie memories and have a fun time with us!" said Norman, who won AMC's General Manager of the Year in 2013. The Boston Common theater is the sixth AMC she's been a general manager for, and she's been a GM for AMC since 2003.
Norman said her favorite movie is "The Avengers," which fits well with her favorite thing about working in Downtown Boston; "The action and the energy of being in the heart of the city is unmatched!"
Click here for movie information at the AMC Loews Boston Common 19. |
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Try New Restaurants or Rediscover Your Faves During Two Weeks of Dine Out Boston
Dine Out Boston (March 1-6 and 8-13) provides you an opportunity to sample area restaurants at special prices. Participating restaurants design prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner. Each participating restaurant selects one of the three price options with lunches costing $15/20/25 and dinners costing $28/33/38.
The following BID restaurants are participating in the next two weeks of Dine Out Boston: Artisan Bistro, Avenue One, Back Deck, GEM, The Marliave, The Oceanaire Seafood Room, Parker's, Ruth's Chris Steak House, and The Merchant.
Click here for Downtown Boston/Financial District restaurants' menus for Dine Out Boston. Click here for Dine Out Boston's homepage to see all of the restaurants participating in the next weeks. |
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Freedman Jewelers 13th Annual Engagement & Wedding Bridal Show Starts March 12th
Freedman Jewelers (333 Washington St. Ste 408) is hosting their 13th annual engagement and wedding ring bridal show from March 12th - 21st. 
Freedman Jewelers will have a wide selection of hundreds of lady and men's wedding and engagement ring settings not normally seen in the store. Designers including Gabriel & Co, Coast, Lieberfarb, Novell Design Studio, Triton, F. Goldman and more.
Save $100 off any individual band or setting of $500 or more purchased during the show. This discount is available from March 1st through the 21st. Click here for more info and to register. |
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Earn a $10 DSW Certificate When You Spend $75 and Earn Double Reward Points
Spend $75 at DSW (385 Washington St.) and earn a $10 certificate through March. This offer is redeemable in stores and online with the offer code 2XPOINTS.
You will also receive Double Points on your DSW Rewards account for all DSW purchases during March with this offer. Click here for the offer to give to a cashier in stores. |
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GEM Now Offering Champagne
Dinner for Two Every Day
GEM (42 Province St.) is now offering its Champagne Dinner for 2 prix-fixe meal any day GEM is open.
The dinner includes a bottle of Moet, two appetizers, two entrees and a shared dessert. Call 617-482-1213 to make a reservation or for more info.
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Free Fitness Classes for One Week at Women's Fitness of Boston
Sweat out your stress at Women's Fitness of Boston (27 School St.) with free fitness classes for one week. Click here for a pass to receive this offer.
Also, join Women's Fitness of Boston before March 31st and receive 1/2 off the enrollment fee ($29.99 in savings). Click here to join and for more info on classes.
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Save 10% at Ames Boston Hotel by Booking Through Facebook
The Ames Boston Hotel (1 Court St.) is offering 10% off your stay when you make reservations through Facebook. Click here to take advantage of this offer.
Please call 617-979-8100 for more information, or click here for the hotel's website. |
Big Night Entertainment Helping Restaurants with #DigOutDineOut
Kevin Long, executive chef and partner for Big Night Entertainment, which includes GEM (42 Province St.,) has created the #DigOutDineOut hashtag on social media to build support for the restaurant industry and offer deals for customers.
At GEM all-week long deals include $3 drafts and $6 sangria. Click here for #DigOutDineOut's Facebook page for more restaurant deals throughout Boston. Click here for #DigOutDineOut's Twitter feed. |
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Wanted: 1,000 Adult Mentors for Boys and Girls for Inaugural Mayor's Mentoring Movement
Mayor Martin Walsh announced the city has partnered with the Mass Mentoring Partnership to launch the Mayor's Mentoring Movement. The Mayor's Mentoring Movement aims to recruit at least 1,000 adult mentors during the next two years with a goal of at least 10% being city employees. The goal of the program is to create consistent and enduring relationships that will help young people succeed. This program will support boys and girls, ages 7-18+, understanding that all youth deserve a caring adult mentor in their lives.
Companies can participate in mentoring in a number of ways: Encourage employees to become mentors either on their own or as a group; Support mentoring programs through grants or sponsorships; Provide pro-bono support; or donate tickets for mentors and mentees to enjoy a 'lunch' or 'dinner' together.
Click here for more information and to become a mentor.
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Floor by Floor, Millennium Tower Going Up 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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