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July 27, 2015
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Featured Stories
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Announcements
Deals & Promos
Construction & Utility Work Updates
City Services
BID Ambassador Services & Links
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Save the Date: Summertime BID Members Meeting on August 12th
The Downtown Boston BID is hosting a summer members meeting at One Federal St. on Wednesday, August 12th from 4 to 6 pm.
Our meeting will feature a "meet and greet" and warm welcome to many new businesses, property owners and residents who have moved into the district during the past year. Please join us in welcoming our new business partners and friends and learn about exciting new developments in the district. Refreshments will be served. Lawn games will also be available to play.
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Boston Creates - Provide Input on
City's Cultural Blueprint
Aug. 1st at Modern Theatre
Boston Creates is an opportunity for Boston's communities and neighborhoods to provide input on the city's creative future and cultural priorities. On August 1st, Boston Creates is holding concurrent community conversations in every Boston neighborhood.
The Downtown Boston conversation is from 11 am to 1 pm at the Modern Theatre (525 Washington St.). This meeting is free and open to the public.
Click here for the Facebook invite. Click here for the website RSVP. |
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This Week's Featured Events
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'King Lear' in Shakespeare on the Common Through August 9th
"King Lear" is the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's 20th-season production of Free Shakespeare on the Boston Common this summer. "King Lear" follows the journey of an aging king, faced with his own mortality and mental decline, who tries to secure the legacy of his kingdom by dividing it among his three daughters. Only through loss - of status, of love, of loyalty- does King Lear learn what is truly resonant at the end of a life. All performances are free and open to the public at the Parkman Bandstand on the Boston Common. Friends Section Chairs are available - learn more or reserve your chairs by clicking here. Click here for more information about the show. The show runs through August 9th. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Free Berklee Music Performance Series at 100 Summer St.
Megan Elsier - July 28th & 30th
The Berklee College of Music Summer Concert Series continues this week with Megan Elsier on July 28th & 30th from noon to 2 pm. This performance is free and open to the public at 100 Summer St.
Inspired by the '60s and '70s, Elsier's music is an original take on a classic sound, bringing together a blend of soft jazz standards and traditional folk and Americana tunes. She is currently studying at Berklee College of Music.
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Luke Niccoli at 133 Federal St.;
Free Performances on
Mondays and Thursdays
The BID's 133 Federal St. music series is free and open to the public on Mondays and Thursdays from noon to 2 pm.
Luke Niccoli, pictured, is scheduled to perform on
July 30th. Tori Marjorie is scheduled to perform on August 3rd.
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Dance Along with Stardust at Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert Series at City Hall Plaza on July 29th
The Dorothy Curran Wednesday Night Concert series is celebrating 43 years as Boston's longest-running outdoor concert series. The series consists of four shows all on City Hall Plaza. Enjoy a Stardust Dance Party on July 29th at 7 pm.
Upcoming dates for the concert series, featuring different performers, are August 5th and August 12th. |
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Mallett Brothers Band Performing at
Boston Calling Block Party in Dewey Square Park - July 30th
This week's Boston Calling Block Party in Dewey Square (Congress and Summer streets) on Thursday, July 30th features live music by the Mallett Brothers Band. 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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Excerpts of 'Lives Worth Living' at IIIC in Recognition of Americans with Disabilities Act on July 30th
In recognition of the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the Irish International Immigrant Center is showing excerpts from "Lives Worth Living" on Thursday, July 30th. A panel discussion on living with disabilities, including mental health issues and the immigrant experience will follow.
This event is taking place at the IIIC at 100 Franklin St., LL-1 (enter at 201 Devonshire St.) from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Please RSVP to Gina Kelleher at 617-542-7654 x14 or [email protected]. This is a free event open to the public.
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Hsin Hou Sun Performing at
125 Summer Street on July 29th &
Luke Niccoli on July 31st
One of the BID's new music series is the 125 Summer Street Soloists Series. Every Wednesday and Friday from noon to 2 pm through September you can see a live performer. All performances are free and open to the public.
Hsin Hou Sun, pictured, will perform on Wednesday, July 29th and Luke Niccoli will perform on Friday, July 31st. There is public seating at the location, so take your lunch outside and enjoy the music! |
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Astor "Juice" Chance Performing Live at Walgreens Plaza on July 31st & Luke Niccoli on August 1st
Astor "Juice" Chance will be performing live on Friday, July 31st and Luke Niccoli is performing live on Saturday, August 1st at Walgreens Plaza (School and Washington streets) this summer. These are BID-sponsored performances.
Chance, pictured, will perform from noon to 1:30 pm on Friday, and Niccoli will perform noon to 2 pm on Saturday. These performance are free and open to the public. |
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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 Sweet Harmony 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 and hits from the 80s, 90s, and modern era. These live performances are free and open to the public. |
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A Special Tour of the Old South Meeting House with the Boston Center for Adult Education - August 6th
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) with the Boston Center for Adult Education on Thursday, August 6th. Led by an OSMH staff member, the tour will cover the original weather vane, the belfry, the steeple and the Meeting House's massive attic.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by clicking here. This tour is from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. |
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BID Ambassador Services & Links
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BID Ambassadors Provide Walking Escorts
and Directions 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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Redesigned Downtown Boston BID Flower Kiosk Now Offers Maps to Go and More
The Downtown Boston BID recently redesigned its flower kiosk at the intersection of Summer/Winter and Washington streets. The kiosk now includes BID maps for distribution, flower decals, logos and wayfinding maps. GT Florists operates the flower shop as a vendor for the BID.
Brian Pearce of OmLoop designed the installation to complement the BID's wayfinding program. Bluebird Graphic Solutions fabricated the installation. The flower decals can be changed seasonally if desired.
"They did a wonderful job working with us throughout the process to make sure we created an installation that is both functional and beautiful," said Anita Lauricella, BID Planner/Project Manager.
The goal of the redesign is to provide a system of maps and kiosks that add to our "on the street, in person" ambassador program.
"We want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable as they navigate Downtown Boston," added Lauricella. |
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Meet Remi, CEO (Canine Executive Officer) of the Hyatt Regency Boston
The Hyatt Regency Boston (1 Avenue De Lafayette) recently hired a new four-legged employee - Remi, a Boston terrier, as their CEO - Canine Executive Officer. Remi is in charge of greeting visitors, both human and canine, and he also enjoys visiting many local spots like the Boston Common and Freedom Trail. He's also still a puppy, having been born on April 4th!
"The Hyatt Regency Boston is taking pet-friendly to a new level. Now with Remi, our guests feel comfortable to bring their furry family members with them on their travels," said Terry Dunbar, general manager of the Hyatt Regency Boston. "Puppy kisses provide the extra care we want our guests to experience while visiting the Hyatt Regency Boston."
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Dogs are also welcome to stay at the Hyatt Regency Boston with their owners. Please call 617- 912-1234 for more info about staying at the Hyatt, whether you're with or without a furry friend.
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Free Beginner Spanish Classes at Boston Area Spanish Exchange Start July 28th
The Boston Area Spanish Exchange (41 Winter St. 4th Floor) is offering free beginner workshops to learn Spanish on four consecutive Tuesdays starting July 28th.
A Conversar: Beginner Spanish Workshops will be held on Tuesdays (July 28th, August 4, 18 and 25) and will all be free. Click here to sign up and for more info.The classes are from 5:30 to 7 pm.
BASE is also offering attendees free first sessions for intermediate and advanced Spanish classes (only the first session will be free for these classes).
Tejiendo Historias: Intermediate Spanish Conversation Practice While You Weave will be held on Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:45 pm (July 20th, Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27). Classes will be $10 after the first session, and you are not required to attend any of the sessions. Click here for more info and to register.
Futbul, El Segundo Idioma de Latinoamerica: Advanced Spanish Conversation Workshops will be held on Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:45 pm (July 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27). The first session will be free and any other individual session will cost $10. Click here to register and for more info.
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Final Week! 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 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 to have 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, to know what items are being requested and to learn how to get your business involved. |
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What You Need to Know: Washington Street Closed from Summer/Winter Streets to Bromfield/Franklin Streets
Pedestrian access is limited on Washington Street as Suffolk Construction Co. reaches its next phase of the Millennium Tower project. Suffolk's goal is to provide safety measures to the public as the tower continues upward. This will only affect the roadway of half the block of Washington Street between Summer and Franklin streets on Monday through Friday through December 31st. The west sidewalk (next to the commercial businesses) will remain open.
A "Road Closed, Business Loading Only" sign has been placed on Washington Street towards Winter/Summer streets from 11 am to 3:30 pm. A Boston Police detail will be posted at Washington Street near Primark; Another detail at Washington Street and Temple Place directing traffic to Temple Place from 11 am to 3:30 pm daily (Monday to Friday); A third Boston Police detail will be posted at Washington and Bromfield streets directing pedestrians to the sidewalk 11 am to 3:30 pm (Monday to Friday). |
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'Like' BONAPITA's Facebook Page and Win Lunch for You and a Friend
BONAPITA (49 Franklin St.) is giving away "Lunch With A Buddy" once a week to one lucky friend who "likes" its Facebook page. Click here for BONAPITA's main Facebook page.
Each weekly winner will receive a certificate entitling him or her to bring a friend in for a lunch for two consisting of two complimentary entrees and beverages. Once you've liked the Facebook page, you'll be eligible every week.
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Win Free Cosi Mug and Iced Coffee with #cosicoffeechallenge and a Chance to Win Free Coffee for a Year
Win a free cosi coffee mug with free coffee in it by sharing why you love cosi's coffee on social media. There is a cosi at 14 Milk St.
Use #cosicoffeechallenge and show your post to any cosi coffee specialist to win a free cosi coffee mug (available while supplies last). Share your thoughts and pictures on facebook, twitter, or instagram. The more you post, the more chances you have to win free coffee for a year.
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Save at Macy's with Fashion Pass and Help Support Six Charities
Help support six great charities and get savings off the season's hottest fashions with Macy's Fashion Pass. Get your Fashion Pass for $5 and receive an extra 15-20% store-wide and get $10 off a $30 purchase.
One-hundred percent of your $5 Fashion Pass will benefit: Children's Cancer Research Fund, Council of Fashion Designers of America Foundation, Inc., the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, Fashion Incubators at Macy's, Ronald McDonald House New York, and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. Ask a Macy's sales associate about purchasing a Fashion Pass. |
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Allen Edmonds Summer Clearance Sale Through August 17th
Allen Edmonds (25 State St.) is having a Summer Clearance Sale on select styles offering up to 40% off through August 17th. Click here for Allen Edmonds' website and to see what's on sale.
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Sebastians Cafe Deal: 25% Off for New Catering Clients & 20% Off for
Existing Clients
Sebastians Cafe (100 Summer St.) is offering 25% off catering orders for new clients, and 20% off catering orders for existing clients.
Also, ask an associate about Sebastians' iced coffee giveaway and sundae bar giveaway. Click here for Sebastians Cafe menu. |
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Get a Picnic Basket from Artisan Bistro
Summertime is a perfect time for a picnic basket from the Artisan Bistro (10 Avery St.). Take your basket to the Boston Common, to a performance of Shakespeare in the Common, to the Esplanade, or anywhere else.
The Public Garden picnic basket includes two sandwiches, salads, desserts and two Swan Boat passes. The Boston Common picnic basket offers two sandwiches, salads, side dishes, dessert and two Swan Boat passes. There's also a Ritz Kids picnic basket and a Rover basket for your favorite canine! Disposable plates and utensils are also included. Call 617-574-7176 to place a picnic order within 24 hours advance notice. |
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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 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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