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June 22, 2015
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Featured Stories
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Meetings
Announcements
Deals & Promos
Construction & Utility Work Updates
City Services
BID Ambassador Services & Links
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This Week's Featured Event
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Broadway Smash 'Newsies' Opens at Boston Opera House on June 23rd
The Broadway hit "Newsies" opens at the Boston Opera House on June 23rd and runs through July 5th.
"Newsies" won 2012 Tony Awards for Best Score and Best Choreography and tells the story of a band of underdogs who stand up to the most powerful men in New York. It's a tale about fighting for what you believe is right and staying true to yourself. Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Free Summer Yoga on Thursdays at the Boston Common Frog Pond
Every Thursday night there is a free Summer Yoga class from 6 to 7:15 pm on the Boston Common behind the Frog Pond Carousel. Bring your mat and enjoy the energy of our great city.
Click here to learn more about activities on the Boston Common including the Frog Pond Spray Pond, the Carousel and more. |
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Free Berklee Music Performance Series at 100 Summer St.
Sara Kendall - June 23rd & 25th
The Berklee College of Music Summer Concert Series continues this week with Sara Kendall on June 23rd and 25th from noon to 2 pm. This performance is free and open to the public.
Sara Kendall is an alternative pop songwriter from Southborough, Massachusetts currently studying at Berklee College of Music. She has been integrating her piano and vocal skills with songwriting to play acoustic sets with her looper and, most recently, with her band. She is working on releasing a new EP in the summer of 2015. Kendall's haunting melodies and intimate lyrics are showcased in her newest release, "Love You More," which was recently featured on Berklee's official YouTube channel and has received 13,000 views.
This is the second year of the free Berklee concert series at 100 Summer St. |
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Absolute Gentleman Performing at
Boston Calling Block Party in Dewey Square Park - June 25th
This week's Boston Calling Block Party in Dewey Square (Congress and Summer streets) on Thursday, June 25th features live music by Absolute Gentleman. Thursday's block party is from 5 to 8 pm.
Thursday night block parties will be in Dewey Square through the end of September.
All block parties are free and you must be 21 to attend. Beer and wine is available for purchase. Along with lawn seating there are also free corn hole games for everyone to play.
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Curators Talk on June 25th:
'Haymarket, the Soul of the City' Exhibit at Suffolk's Adams Gallery
Historic New England's exhibit "Haymarket, the Soul of the City" documents photographs from Boston's Haymarket and is on display at Suffolk University's Adams Gallery (120 Tremont St.) through August 20th. This exhibit is free and open to the public.
Boston's Haymarket has been operating since the first half of the 19th Century and is showcased in 43 photographs by Justine H. Goodstein, with interviews with curator Ken Turino. There is also a video of the sights, sounds and voices of Haymarket accompanying the exhibit.
The exhibit curators will be in the gallery to talk with visitors on June 25th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The documentary "Haymarket" will premiere at 7:30 pm on July 8th at Suffolk University's Modern Theatre (525 Washington St.). A panel discussion will be led by Suffolk University History Chair Robert Allison after the movie. All of these events are free and open to the public. Adams Gallery hours are 9 am to 7 pm daily.
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Celebration of Irish Art and Literature by Irish International Immigrant Center on June 25th
In honor of Annual Immigrant Heritage Month the Irish International Immigrant Center (IIIC) is celebrating Irish culture on Thursday, June 25th.
There will be live music, poetry reading, a film screening and an open mic session. This event is free and being held at the IIIC (100 Franklin St., LL1, enter at 201 Devonshire St.) from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Please contact Paul Pelan at 617-542-7654 x16 or [email protected]. Light refreshments will be served. |
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Old South Meeting House Screening 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' for 'Banned Books on the Big Screen'
The Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) continues its "Banned Books on the Big Screen" movie series on June 25th with "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" at 7:30 pm.
Doors open an hour before the film to provide moviegoers a chance to enjoy a beverage while exploring the Old South Meeting House. Tickets are $8 for the general public and $4 for members. Tickets are available here. All tickets will be $10 at the door. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase.
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125 Summer Street Soloists Music Series with Luke Niccoli on June 26th
This spring the BID launched a new music series - The 125 Summer Street Soloists Series. Every Wednesday and Friday from noon to 2 pm through September there will be a live performer at 125 Summer St. All performances are free and open to the public.
On Friday, June 26th Luke Niccoli will perform. There is public seating at the location, so take your lunch outside and enjoy the music! |
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Live Music at Walgreens Plaza on Fridays and Saturdays
The Downtown Boston BID is sponsoring live free music on Fridays and Saturdays at Walgreen Plaza (School and Washington streets) this summer.
Violinist Sumaia Jackson will perform on Friday, June 26th from noon to 1:30 pm and Saturday, June 27th from noon to 2 pm. These performances are free and open to the public. |
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The Bostonian Society Pub Quiz at Old State House on July 2nd
The Bostonian Society is hosting a Pub Quiz at the Old State House (206 Washington St.) on Thursday, July 2nd from 6 to 8 pm. Savor the revolutionary taste of Samuel Adams beer while you match wits with patriots and loyalists.
Learn how independence was celebrated in Colonial Boston, and participate in a game of independence themed pub trivia drawn from colonial and early American history. Space is limited. Admission is $15 includes two beers or other beverages from the bar. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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This Saturday: The Downtown Kids Vocal Troupe on Summer Street
The Downtown Kids will perform Saturday at One Summer St. The group is comprised of members of the Mixed Emotions vocal troupe from the Riverside Theatre Works, and will be performing live every Saturday through August from 12:30 to 3 pm.
The group will perform show tunes, hits from the 80s, 90s and modern era. These are live performances open to the public. |
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The Redcoats are in Downtown Boston! Watch the Changing of the Guard in the Crossing, at the State House and More
The Downtown Boston BID and the Freedom Trail Foundation are bringing history to life in Boston! See the Redcoats changing the guard, as well colonists and British soldiers interacting as if it were 1775. These exciting and entertaining activities will pop-up in unexpected places throughout the BID area on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from noon to 2 pm.
Listen as the military drummer accompanies soldiers to their posts and the soldiers complete inspections while marching to their next post. Meet and engage with 18th-century figures and talk with them about life in Boston's early years. The Redcoats will be in downtown streets from May to October. |
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Free Fitness Classes at Leventhal Park at Post Office Square Through
September 17th
Anyone is welcome to participate in any of several free fitness classes at Norman Leventhal Park at Post Office Square. The p.o.fitness series offers eight classes per week and is open to anyone and are held before and after work at 7:15 am and 5:30 pm.
Classes include: HIIT, bootcamp, pilates, zumba, yoga flow, morning stretch and renew yoga. Click here for a full schedule.
Norman Leventhal Park is located at 130 Congress St. These free fitness classes are available through September 17th. |
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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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Related Beal Reception Introduces Exciting Congress Square Development
On June 17th, Related Beal held a cocktail reception to celebrate their pending redevelopment of 82 Devonshire St., now better known as Congress Square.
Related Beal will redevelop five currently interconnected buildings at 82 Devonshire St. and the abutting properties into a 458,300 sq. ft. mixed-used property including hotel, multi-family residential, and retail components. This project will include 92,700 sq. ft. of new development, and is anticipated to begin construction this fall.
The project is made up of one full city block and plans also include a car-free outdoor space lined with restaurants, outdoor seating and landscaping. Click here to see a video about Congress Square. |
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New England Patriot Patrick Chung Promotes Freedom Trail and Boston History
New England Patriot player Patrick Chung participated in an AOL/Huffington Post video being produced for their website on Friday.
Freedom Trail player Shayla McIntyre in 18th century costume, above, joined Chung on the Freedom Trail. Chung talked with passersby about Boston history and Freedom Trail sites. |
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The Merchant and Payette:
Dine with Design for Dining Exhibition at Seven Downtown Boston Restaurants
The Design Museum Boston has paired with seven Downtown Boston restaurants for the exhibition "Design for Dining," now open through November 11th. This week we're featuring The Merchant with Payette's design.
The Design for Dining exhibition showcases installations demonstrating how designers shape the dining experience.
Payette's concept both engages with the neighborhood and restaurant at large while also redefining the dining experience at a table for six.
Payette incorporated model making and quick prototyping into their iterative process. This allowed to evaluate fabrication techniques, details, and spatial qualities of the design. They started at a scale that considered the dining vignette relative to the restaurant and street front, investigating views and sight lines.
The restaurants were paired-off with seven leading design and architecture firms: Legal Crossing with Bergmeyer Associates; BONAPITA with Soldier Design; jm Curley with Jaywalk Studio; MAST' with NELSON; The Merchant with Payette; Silvertone Bar & Grill with Silverman Trykowski Associates; and SIP Wine Bar and Kitchen with Gate 3 Design. Each team designed and produced a new dining experience that will pop-up in each restaurant. There will be special menus and drinks that accompany these newly designed experiences from June to November.
Click here for upcoming events associated with Design for Dining, which is being produced in collaboration with the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District. |
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Welcome to Downtown Boston,
Marlo Marketing
The BID would like to welcome Marlo Marketing to Downtown Boston at their new digs at 38 Chauncy St. from the Back Bay.
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"What excited me most about Downtown Crossing was that it had a great energy - a luxe vibrancy mixed with a gritty realness - and that really resonated with me," said Marlo Fogelman. "We're known for our integrity and authenticity - two characteristics not often associated with marketing firms - and being in a neighborhood that reinforced those attributes were really attractive to me."
Fogelman began the agency in 2004 with one staff member and four core clients specializing in travel and hospitality. Eleven years later, marlo is now serving international, national and regional clients in eight primary practice areas: cause and non-profit, corporate and business, fashion and beauty, food and beverage, health and wellness, leisure and attractions, restaurants and catering, and travel and destination. Some of Marlo Marketing's clients include The Lawn on D and Downtown Boston's Ogawa Coffee. In 2014, marlo opened a New York City location on Madison Avenue to continue to serve and access its growing roster of national and international clients. |
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Tonight (June 22nd): Congress Square Impact Advisory Group Meeting at City Hall
The Boston Redevelopment Authority is holding a Congress Square Impact Advisory Group Meeting to discuss the supplemental filing of the proposed development at Congress Square. This meeting is taking place tonight (June 22nd) from 6 to 7:30 pm at Boston City Hall, BRA Board Room, 9th Floor.
This proposed development is for the Congress Square block located between Water Street, Congress Street, Devonshire Street and Quaker Lane. For more info contact Edward McGuire of the BRA at [email protected] or 617-918-4251. |
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Changes to MBTA Late Night Service Start June 27th
Changes are coming to the MBTA Late Night Service on Friday and Saturday nights starting the night of June 27th.
The last subway trains will depart downtown stations at approximately 2 am on Friday and Saturday nights, and this is also the latest time to make connections between subway lines. Five Late Night bus routes will be eliminated, frequency on all other bus routes and rail lines will be reduced. Click here for a full schedule of each service, changes to trains, rails and buses and more. |
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Donate to the Men's Wearhouse Annual Suit Drive Now Through July 31st
Men's Wearhouse (481 Washington St.) is holding its annual National Suit Drive from today through July 31st. Please donate gently-used professional clothing at any Men's Wearhouse location through the end of July and give someone a chance to transform their life.
More than 200,000 suits were donated during 2014's drive and this year's goal is having 250,000 suits donated. To thank you for your donation, you'll receive a special coupon for 50% off your next purchase (excluding shoes, clearance, custom and Exceptional Value items). Click here for more information, what items are being requested and how to get your business involved. |
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Primark Now Hiring for Downtown Boston Store Opening This Fall
Irish retailer Primark is now hiring for positions at its first American store, which is opening this fall in the Burnham Building on Summer Street.
If you're interested in being considered for one Primark's retail openings, please text PRIMARK to 617-207-6382, or click here. |
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PAUL One Boston Place Offering Catering for Nearby Offices and Residents
PAUL One Boston Place (201 Washington St.) offers catering for breakfast, lunch and special events for nearby offices and residents.
Please email [email protected] for menu selections and delivery details. |
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Save $$ at Cohen's Fashion Optical with These Two Deals
Cohen's Fashion Optical (101 Arch St., with street entrance on Summer Street) is offering several deals that your eyes and wallet will appreciate.
Take 50% off progressive lenses with the purchase of a frame, and receive free single vision lenses (including sunglasses) with the purchase of a frame. Cohen's Fashion Optical also offers one-hour service. Call 617-542-9221 for more info. |
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Buy Two Shirts Get One Free and More at Cuffs & Collars
Cuffs & Collars (9 Water St.) is offering several deals that will help you look sharp as a tack. Buy two suits for $899, buy two shirts and get one free, or buy one shirt and get a free tie.
Click here for the Cuffs & Collars website or call the store at 617-720-2833. |
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Macy's Offering Tours of its 150-Year History
Macy's is offering a 30-minute history tour that showcases how the company became America's largest department store with more than 800 locations and 150 years of retail history.
Guests will learn about the story behind Macy's Downtown Boston store with highlights of the store's past, including when it was the Jordan Marsh department store.
The cost is $12 per person, which includes a Macy's Visitor Savings Pass. This tour is being offered every Friday at 2 pm starting June 5th. Please call or email at least 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. Please contact Jasmine Dottin, Tourism Marketing Manager at [email protected] or call 617-357-3118. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Millennium Tower Continues to Reach for the Sky 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 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
- Friendly, welcoming downtown presence: helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incident, etc.
- Making sure handicapped ramps are not obstructed and storm drain openings are not clogged.
- Cleaning and powerwashing in Downtown Boston during warm weather.
- Landscaping, watering flowers during warm weather.
- Remove litter and graffiti
- Contact [email protected] for more.
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