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November 2, 2015
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Featured Stories
In The News
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Announcements
Deals & Promos
Construction & Utility Work Updates
City Services
BID Ambassador Services & Links
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Employment Opportunity:
Chief Financial Officer
The Downtown Boston BID is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Reporting directly to the President/Chief Executive Officer, this position will be responsible for the financial operation and integrated management and implementation of all programs administered by the BID. The CFO will efficiently oversee a cost-effective and public-spirited operation and possess excellent financial and organizational management skills. In addition the CFO will be a collaborative participant in a wide variety of strategic initiatives. Please click here for a full job description.
Qualified applicants should email their resume with a cover letter and salary history or requirements to BID Board Director and member of the CFO Search Committee Stacy Cawley
at [email protected].
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Advertising Opportunity to Support the BID's 5th Anniversary
Boston Business Journal Special Section
The Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID) is partnering with the Boston Business Journal to publish a special advertorial section on Dec. 11th in the form of a five-year anniversary status report.
This report will focus on the revitalization and renaissance of Downtown Boston, which has captured local, national and international investment and media attention. We invite you to support the report by adding your marketing message. Please contact Jason Makin at [email protected] or 617-316-3215 to learn more about advertising opportunities for this special section. |
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This Week's Featured Event
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'Beautiful - The Carole King Musical' Debuts at the Boston Opera House on Nov. 3rd
"Beautiful - The Carole King Musical" tells the true story of King's remarkable rise to stardom and is debuting at the Boston Opera House on Nov. 3rd.
Before she was Carole King, an award-winning musician, she was Brooklynite Carol Klein, a young woman with passion and chutzpah. Come hear about her path to super stardom. This show runs through Nov. 15th. Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Meet Boston Bruins Legend Ray Bourque and Celebrate LIDS 20th Anniversary on Nov. 3rd
Meet Boston Bruins legend Ray Bourque on Tuesday, Nov. 3rd at LIDS (1 Winter St.) as they celebrate their 20th anniversary in Downtown Crossing from 5 to 6:30 pm. Get an autograph from Bourque, enter to win Bruins' tickets, and get a '47 t-shirt free with your purchase of a '47 hat, while supplies last. |
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Naming Ourselves Public Dialogue Series at Emerson College:
Interrogating Whiteness on Nov. 4th
Emerson College is hosting the Naming Ourselves Public Dialogue Series to connect the work on stages, the artists and audiences through conversations that address concerns and challenges of our contemporary moment. On Wednesday, Nov. 4th is Interrogating Whiteness (Part 1) at the Paramount Center at 7 pm.
Join ArtsEmerson with author Walter Mosley as he he interrogates the notion of whiteness and how our assumptions around race, class, and economic status contribute to continued systematic oppression. This is a free event. Please register here. Part II will be held on Feb. 9th. |
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Irish International Immigrant Center Open House and Art Reception on Nov. 5th
The Irish International Immigrant Center (IIIC) will be hosting a special open house and art reception on Thursday, Nov. 5th at 5:30 pm.
Please join IIIC staff, volunteers and board members as they share their current work, plans for 2016 and toast to their center's newly donated art pieces. This event is taking place at 100 Franklin St. (enter at 201 Devonshire St.). Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Nov. 3rd to Mary Kerr at [email protected] or 617-695-1554. |
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Indigo Girls Performing at
Orpheum Theater on Nov. 7th
The Indigo Girls are scheduled to perform live at the Orpheum Theater on Saturday, Nov. 7th. The show starts at 7:30 pm.
Click here for tickets and info on more shows at the Orpheum. |
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WalkBoston's Downtown Walk and Drinks Event on Nov. 10th
WalkBoston is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and looking at many different aspects of walkability. On Tuesday, Nov. 10th, Downtown Walk and Drinks will take a look at "the little lanes" -- and how Downtown Boston is changing. This event starts at Congress Square (19 Congress St.) at 5:30 pm.
From Congress Square the walk will wind its way through Downtown Crossing, finishing the walk with drinks at Jacob Wirth -- the birthplace of WalkBoston. The Boston Redevelopment Authority and the BID are co-hosting this event. This is a free event, click here for more information and to register. |
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Learn About Jordan Marsh, Boston's First Department Store on Nov. 10th
Get a sneak peek of author Anthony Sammarco's upcoming book on Jordan Marsh, the first department store in Boston on Tuesday, Nov. 10th at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) at 5:30 pm.
Jordan Marsh was in Downtown Boston where Macy's currently is and offered its customers luxury goods for more than 100 years. See extensive memorabilia from Sammarco's extensive archive documenting the colorful history of the department store. This is co-sponsored by the Victorian Society in America/New England Chapter and the Boston Preservation Alliance. Reception with light refreshments is from 5:30 to 6 pm and the lecture begins at 6 pm. General admission is $12, $10 for members of OSMH, VSA/NE and the Boston Preservation Alliance, Purchase tickets by clicking here. |
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Project STEP FriendRaiser at
Scholars on Nov. 10th
Project STEP, a non-profit music organization that brings classical string training to children in under-represented areas of Boston, is hosting FriendRaiser on Tuesday, Nov. 10th. This event is at Scholars Boston Bistro (25 School St.) from 6 to 8 pm.
This is a casual after-work event to raise funds for Project STEP. Tickets are $30 and include a cocktail, appetizers, a short performance from Project STEP's talented students and entry into a raffle for a one-night stay at the Seaport Boston Hotel. There will also be a silent auction including a one-night stay at the Hyatt Regency Boston. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Godfrey Hotel Getting Closer to Completion 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 raining or 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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Recap: BID Annual Meeting Highlighted by Keynote Speaker Mayor Walsh
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh was the keynote speaker at the BID's annual meeting held at Havas/Arnold Worldwide (10 Summer St.) on Oct. 28th. Walsh started his address by congratulating the BID on its 5th anniversary.
"The BID continues to play an important role in the transformation happening in our downtown corridor," said Mayor Walsh. "I would like to thank everyone from the BID for your dedication to helping downtown realize its fullest potential and for being great partners to our city. We look forward to continuing our important work together."
Walsh also spoke about the "emerging tech corridor" in Downtown Boston "with more and more startups seeing Downtown Boston as a place to call their home base." He also praised the work of the city's Startup Czar Rory Cuddyer, a BID board member. BID Chairman John "Jack" Spurr, Jr., officially welcomed meeting attendees, and spoke about how inclusive and representative the BID is of the Downtown Boston area. He noted the audience included residents, non-profits, property owners and managers, as well as representatives from big and small businesses.
BID President and CEO Rosemarie Sansone provided a status report on the work the BID has done during the past year. Sansone highlighted new business openings such as Ogawa Coffee, Roche Bros., Primark, Yvonne's and PAUL Bakery, as well as businesses coming soon like The Godfrey Hotel Boston and Forever 21. She also highlighted physical improvements and enhanced BID services such as the holiday lighting program, new wayfinding kiosks, increased landscaping and expanded snow removal services.
At the meeting BID members voted in four new directors, who take their positions in January. From left to right: Stephen Faber, Executive VP of Related/Beal; John "Jack" Spurr Jr., Chairman of the BID Board; Rosemarie Sansone, President of the BID; Brian Collins, Senior Vice President of Clarion Partners; Jennifer Settle, Vice President of State Street Global Realty; Chad Remis, Managing Director of Oxford Properties; and not pictured, Takako Oji, Executive Director of Ogawa USA.
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All Dogs Won at the 2nd Annual
Doggone Halloween Costume Parade
The BID held its 2nd Annual Doggone Halloween costume parade on Oct. 30th in Downtown Crossing -- and all dogs left as winners! Click here for more photos of the event.
WCVB's Meteorologist Danielle Vollmar, above left, emceed for the second year in a row. The winning dog was Ziggy dressed as a Chia, above right, whose owner won a one-night stay to Nine Zero Hotel, which is pet-friendly.
Close to 30 dogs came in costumes, and humans, too, as a crowd swelled around the gated area to view the spectacle.
The BID would like to thank our cosponsors the MSPCA and the Nine Zero Hotel. Another big thank you to all of the vendors: Macy's, Roche Bros., David's Tea, Pawblo Picasso, Lauren Mac Petography, Polka Dog Bakery, Capital One 360 Cafe, and the City Hall to Go Truck.
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Red Cross Blood Drive at
St. Anthony Shrine on Nov. 9th
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at St. Anthony Shrine (100 Arch St.) on Monday, Nov. 9th from 9 am to 2 pm. For an appointment, please contact the Red Cross directly at 1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767) or visit
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Deadline Nov. 3rd: MBTA Wants You to Pick Exterior Designs for New Subway Cars
The MBTA is holding online voting for the public to select the exterior designs for the new Green, Orange and Red Line cars. Click here to take the survey on a link halfway down the webpage.
Votes will be accepted for two weeks through Tuesday, Nov. 3rd. The first 152 new Orange Line cars are scheduled to be delivered beginning in 2018. The first of 24 new Green Line trolley cars will be delivered in 2017, and the first of 132 new Red Line cars are scheduled to be delivered starting in November 2019. |
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Still Time to Voice Your Opinion on Potential
MassDOT Transportation Projects
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is holding a series of public community meetings -- Capital Conversations -- to solicit input on potential transportation projects to be included in the agency's upcoming five-year Capital Investment Plan for Fiscal Years 2017-2021.
There are no public meetings scheduled to occur in Boston at present time. But MassDOT is encouraging those who are unable to attend the meetings to join the Capital Conversation online by sharing their ideas by emailing [email protected]. You can also submit your thoughts and ideas by clicking here.
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Free Boston Police Department
Pre-Holiday Fraud Awareness
Program for Businesses on Nov. 10th
The Boston Police Department is presenting a free Pre-Holiday Fraud Awareness program on Tuesday, Nov. 10th from 10 am to noon. If you're a merchant, business or financial institution that accepts credit and/or debit cards, this event can only help you.
This event is taking place at the John Hancock Events Center's Dorothy Quincy Suite (180 Berkeley St.). Register today and confirm your seat by contacting Detective Steven Blair at [email protected]. |
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'Sparkle and Swag' a Custom-Made Event by SERJEO on Nov. 5th
Come enjoy Sparkle and Swag a Custom-Made Event hosted by Serjeo and Cindy Wurdeman, menswear stylist with J. Hilburn Custom Clothier on Thursday, Nov. 5th. This free social networking event will be from 5 to 8 pm at Serjeo (333 Washington St. 5th Floor, Suite #525).
Serjeo reps will share their passion for custom designed jewelry. Wurdeman is hosting a menswear trunk show featuring J. Hilburn Custom Clothier items. Guests will be treated to a casual evening to socialize, sip wine and enjoy bites provided by Sip Wine Bar and Kitchen. The first 40 guests who RSVP will receive a Sparkle & Swag VIP Bag, and four lucky recipients will receive a $200 gift certificate for Serjeo. Click here for more info and to RSVP. |
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Avery Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common Introduces New Fall/Winter Menu
The Avery Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common (10 Avery St.) recently introduced its new late Fall/Winter Menu by Executive Chef Frank Kassner.
Highlights include the House Poutine, above, French fries drenched in a traditional peppercorn gravy; and a hearty charcuterie board with chorizo, fennel salami, housemade coppa di testa, serrano ham, pickled red onions, pickles and mustard. Other new dishes include smoked bluefish and salmon, truffle mac and cheese, and wagyu sliders. Call 617-574-7100 for reservations. |
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Macy's Private Shopping Event on Nov. 8th
It's never too early to start your holiday shopping. Join Macy's for their annual Private Shopping event on Sunday, Nov. 8th from 10 am to 9 pm.
This is a one-day only event -- shop throughout the store and enjoy an extra 25% off brands that almost never go on sale. |
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Power Lunch at Bogie's Place
Monday through Thursday
Bogie's Place (inside JM Curley at 21 Temple Place) is now open for Power Lunch on Monday through Thursday from 12 to 4 pm, also Friday and Saturday from 2 to 4 pm.
Bogie's Place is an exclusive dining room perfect for a birthday celebration, a reunion or a business event. The private dining venue accommodates seating for 14 people and come with your very own bartender/server. There are two food options: a 2-course meal for $18 per person, or a 3-course meal for $35 per person. For more info call 617-338-5333 or email [email protected]. |
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New Cocktails and Menu Items at
Serafina Boston
Serafina Boston (10 High St.) recently introduced several new cocktails and menu items to its menu.
The Braised Shortrib comes with whipped potatoes, seasonal vegetable and a crispy onion. The Poached Lobster, above, comes with roasted delicate squash, cauliflower puree and roasted garlic beurre. Other new menu items include a Cornish Hen and a Rack of Lamb.
New cocktails include a Melograno, which combines Stoli pomegranate vodka, Pama liquer, pomegranate puree and lime; a Cider Martini; a Cranberry Margarita; and a Gold Sidecar. Call 617-426-1234 for more info or to make a reservation.
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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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