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September 21, 2015
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Featured Stories
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Meetings & Notices
Announcements
Deals & Promos
Construction & Utility Work Updates
BID Ambassador Services & Links
City Services
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Globe staff photo by Jessica Rinaldi
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This Week's Featured Events
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Boston Calling Music Festival at City Hall September 25th - 27th
There are still tickets available for all three days of the Boston Calling Music Festival happening September 25th through 27th at City Hall Plaza. Scheduled performers include the Alabama Shakes (below), Alt-J and Hozier.
Click here for a full roster of scheduled performers and to purchase tickets. |
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Official Boston Fashion Week
Opening Event on September 27th
Boston Fashion Week's official opening event is on Sunday, Sept. 27th (100 Federal St. 6th Floor) from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Click here for a brochure on all Platform Downtown at Boston Fashion Week events (you may need to expand the size of the brochure).
This event is an opportunity for you to see and be seen with designers, photographers, models and all the important fashion professionals who make fashion happen throughout the city. Guests will also be the first to see Projected Beginnings, (seen below), a multi-media installation by Bob Packert, fashion photography by Sadie Dayton, and "White Wash" a series of paintings by artist/designer Robert Merton.
Admission is $40 and tickets are available here. A cocktail will be included with your ticket and lite bites with a cash bar to follow. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Tonight: Learn Whether Salmon, Greek Yogurt and Strawberries are
Making You Sick and Overweight?
Learn from best-selling author Lyn-Genet Recitas about how to identify foods that work for your body at a free event at Marlo Marketing (38 Chauncy St. 3rd Floor) on Monday, September 21st.
New York Times best-selling author of "The Plan" and nutrition expert Lyn-Genet Recitas will talk about how to identify foods that work with your particular body chemistry in order to reduce the inflammation that causes weight gain, disease and hastens the aging process. In addition to learning how you can drop significant weight by learning how to eat foods that work for your system, she'll share easy tips and tricks that anyone can do for better health. This event is free, but space is limited so please RSVP here to reserve your spot. This event is from 6 to 7:30 pm. |
Tonight: 'The Proof Is in the Pudding -- New England's First Food Fight' at the
Old State House
Tonight at 7 pm will be "The Proof Is In the Pudding: New England's First Food Fight" at the Old State House (206 Washington St.). Come learn from a panel discussion about Native American and English food traditions.
This free event is part of the Charter Day 2015 activities sponsored by Partnership of The Historic Bostons. The panel will include Katherine Grandjean of Wellesley College's history department and Loren Spears, executive director of the Tomaquag Museum. Nathaniel Sheidley, historian and director of public history for The Bostonian Society will moderate the discussion. Click here for details and more info on Charter Day 2015 events. |
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Learn How to Draw a Square in 15 Minutes! Pop-Up Classes in
Downtown Crossing Every Week
The Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) is teaming up with the BID for a series of 15-minute crash courses every Tuesday during lunch hour in Downtown Crossing outside of Macy's (One Summer St.). On Tuesday, September 22nd, come learn how to draw a square from instructor Gary Tucker for only $10.
Each class will be no more than 15 minutes in length, and only $5 or $10 (the extra $5 covers necessary class materials). Participants will receive a coupon for the amount they paid toward a future BCAE class.
Each of the following 15-minute classes will run on its scheduled date starting at 11:30 am, noon, 12:30 pm and 1 pm.
The following is the class schedule and prices: 9/22 - How to Draw a Square | $10
9/29 - Improv Workshop | $5
10/6 - iPhone Photography | $5
The classes will take place in a covered tent. Click here for tickets and more info. Stay up-to-date and join the conversation using #BCAEDTX. |
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Actors' Shakespeare Project 'Othello' Opens at Modern Theatre on Sept. 23rd
The Actors' Shakespeare Project's live performance of "Othello" debuts at Suffolk University's Modern Theatre on September 23rd.
The show runs through October 25th. Click here for more info and tickets.
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Inspired by Food!
New Griffin Museum Exhibit 'Nourish' at
Lafayette City Center Passageway
The Griffin Museum of Photography's new exhibit "Nourish" debuted at the Lafayette City Center Passageway on September 11th. "Nourish" is a free exhibition consisting of five photographers' work that is inspired by food as subject matter.
David Lancaster, above, photographs in his kitchen using the day's simple light while preparing an evening meal; Francine Zaslow's work is about unknown foods from different cultures; Lynn Karlin shows the bounty from her Maine farm that depicts a quiet and sculptural life reminiscent of the Dutch masters;
David Weinberg bridges his fascination with ancient manuscripts and fruits and vegetables; Amy Rindskopf focuses on the aftermath of a meal.
The Lafayette City Center Passageway (2 Avenue De Lafayette) links Macy's with the Hyatt Regency Boston and is open to the public 10 am to 6 pm daily. The exhibition will run through January 3rd. The exhibition is brought to the public courtesy of the Lafayette City Center, the BID and the Griffin Museum of Photography.
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Tupahn and Boris Popovich 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.
Tupahn is scheduled to perform on Sept. 24th and Boris Popovich, pictured, is scheduled to perform on Sept. 28th.
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Tupahn Performing at
125 Summer Street on Sept. 25th
The BID's 125 Summer Street Soloists Series is every Wednesday and Friday from noon to 2 pm through September. All performances are free and open to the public.
Tupahn will perform on Friday, September 25th. There is public seating at the location, so take your lunch outside and enjoy the music!
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Boris Popvich at Walgreens Plaza on September 26th
Boris Popovich will be performing live on Sept. 26th at Walgreens Plaza (School and Washington streets). This is a BID-sponsored performances.
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| | Globe staff photo by Emily Z. Fortier |
Popovich from noon to 2 pm on Saturday. These performance are free and open to the public. |
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Book Reading & Signing with Patrick Gabridge, author of 'Steering to Freedom' at Old State House on Sept. 29th
The Old State House (206 Washington St.) is hosting a book reading and signing with Patrick Gabridge, author of "Steering to Freedom" on Tuesday, September 29th at 7 pm. This is a free event.
"Steering to Freedom" is a novel based on the thrilling true story of Robert Smalls. In May 1862, Robert Smalls, a slave and ship's pilot in Charleston, South Carolina, crafts a daring plan to steal the steamship Planter and deliver it along with the crew and their families to the Union blockade. After risking his life to escape slavery, Robert faces an even more difficult challenge: convincing Abraham Lincoln to enlist black troops. Based on a true story the book tells the story of a man who becomes the first black captain of a US military ship, while struggling to navigate a path to freedom for himself, his family, and his people. |
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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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Millennium Tower Salutes Trade Builders with Topping Off Ceremony
The Millennium Tower team held a topping off ceremony on September 17th to celebrate the ceremonial last bucket of concrete used in the 60-story building. After several speeches on stage in front of a large video screen, Mayor Marty Walsh radioed the crane operator to lift the final bucket, which included a Christmas tree and an American flag.
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| | The final bucket of concrete is raised. (Globe Staff photo by John Tlumacki) |
Anthony Pangaro, principal of Millennium Partners-Boston, started by thanking all the hard-working individuals responsible for building Millennium Tower. He added that despite the horrendous winter, which knocked back six weeks of production, the tower is still on schedule to be completed on time.
In addition to Pangaro, John Fish, chairman and CEO of Suffolk Construction, Anthony Frias, president, treasurer and CEO of S&F Concrete and Christopher Jeffries, founding partner of Millennium Partners, also spoke.
The ceremony was attended by more than 450 construction workers who worked and are continuing to build Millennium Tower, which will open in 2016. Before the ceremony the construction workers were provided a catered meal to thank them for their hard work.
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Platform Downtown at Boston Fashion Week
Starts September 27th! Get Your Tickets Now
This year's Boston Fashion Week is all about changing how we define the role of fashion throughout the city and in our lives. With that in mind, Terri Mahn of thestylistcloset and the BID spent the past several months developing events that challenge everyone to think outside the box. The result is a series of curated events -- Platform Downtown at Boston Fashion Week.
Be the first to see designers' 2016 collections, enjoy photo exhibitions, a film screening and more. There will be opening and closing night parties - and an open runway for anyone to strut their designs in Downtown Crossing! Click here for more info, to purchase tickets and a full schedule of events. Click here for a brochure on all Platform Downtown at Boston Fashion Week events (you may need to expand the size of the brochure). The following is a schedule of this week's events for Platform Downtown:
"Origin" -- A Fashion Short Film by Bearwalk Productions on Sunday, Sept. 27th at 100 Federal St. (ground level theater) at 6 pm. "Origin" was conceived as a way to connect an entire community to the world of fashion. The screening will be followed by a conversation with the filmmakers Brian Tortora and Daniela Goncalves. Click here to purchase tickets.
THE SIXTH FLOOR: Official Boston Fashion Week Opening Event on Sunday, Sept. 27th at 100 Federal St. (6th Floor) at 7:30 to 9:30 pm. T his event is an opportunity for you to see and be seen with designers, photographers, models and all the important fashion professionals who make fashion happen throughout the city. Guests will also be the first to see Projected Beginnings, a multi-media installation by Bob Packert, fashion photography by Sadie Dayton, and "White Wash" a series of paintings by artist/designer Robert Merton. Click here for tickets.
THE HAND OF FASHION: Fashion Artisans on Monday, Sept. 28th at 100 Federal St. (6th Floor) at 6 pm. This event will focus on the art and craftsmanship that goes into producing a fashion garment or accessory. It will feature the work of knitwear designer Dylan Uscher, jeweler Magdalena Stokalska, fashion designers Maryanne Meservey and Chynna Pope, milliner Marie Galvin, handbag designers Shaunt Sarian and Kent Stetson and other local fashion artisans. Guests will see artists' work on display in a gallery setting while fashion artisans demonstrate their techniques and answer questions. A selection of products produced by the featured designers will be available for purchase. Click here for tickets.
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New Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Mural Complete in Dewey Square
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway's new mural "A Translation from One Language to Another" was completed during this past weekend in Dewey Square. It was created by Lawrence Weiner.
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The BID Thanks You for Another
Great Summer!
The Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID staff and ambassadors would like to thank everyone for another great summer!
The district was abuzz with tourists, residents, business employees and more all summer long. We were happy to welcome you as we provided directions, info on entertainment, events, stores, sales and so much more. Thank you for another great summer! We look forward to a fantastic fall! |
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Center Plaza Improvements Meeting on September 29th
The Boston Redevelopment Authority is hosting a public meeting for the Center Plaza Improvement project in Government Center on Tuesday, September 29th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
This meeting is being held at City Hall, BRA Board Room, 9th Floor. Contact Chris Tracy at 617-918-4259 or [email protected] for more info. |
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City of Boston Releases Request for Proposals to Enhance City Hall Plaza,
City Hall and 26 Court St.
The City of Boston issued a request for proposals (RFP) for designers to develop a master plan for City Hall, City Hall Plaza and 26 Court St. The result of this plan will be a vision and a road map for the operation and design improvements to those facilities.
The effort to improve City Hall Plaza by calling for a plaza partner is one of three interrelated proposals: Campus Plan RFP, Plaza Partner RFP, and Civic/Cultural Partner RFP. All share the same goal of making the plaza a more welcoming and vibrant space for residents and guests. More information about the plaza partner RFP is available here. Responses are due no later than 4 pm on October 26th. |
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Get Down with R&B, Soul and Funk at Vinyl Night at The Merchant on Fridays
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is hosting a free Vinyl Night on Fridays this fall.
Starting at 10 pm, DJ Panda will be spinning vinyl from the 50s, 60s, R&B, soul and funk on 45s. There is no cover and a late night menu is available. |
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Enjoy The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common
Pop-Up Urban Apple Orchard
For the next three Saturdays (Sept. 26th, Oct. 3rd and 10th), The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common (10 Avery St.) is hosting a pop-up urban apple orchard that is open to guests and the public.
The urban apple orchard will feature apple galettes, caramel apples, cider donuts and spiced apple cider. Farm-picked apples from Russell Orchards in Ipswich will be available for purchase. Fresh-picked apples, homemade vinegar and pressed apple cider will also be available for purchase. It is free to visit the urban apple orchard. For more info please call 617-574-7100. |
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GEM Offering Great Deals on Food and Drink
$1 Oysters, $5 Lobster Rolls and More
GEM (42 Province St.) is offering great deals of food and drink this fall.
On Thursdays there will be $1 oysters, $5 lobster rolls and the kitchen is open from 5-10 pm and the bar from 5-11 pm.
Fridays will feature GEM's TGIF Corporate Happy Hour with a complimentary buffet from 5 to 7 pm. Saturday evening will feature the Supper Club & Elite Saturdays with Supper Club Saturdays offering half-off the entire dinner menu every Saturday night. Don't forget GEM's 365 promo daily of $3 drafts, $6 sangria and $5 house wine.
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Millennium Tower Topped Off 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 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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