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November 23, 2015
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Featured Stories
In The News
This Week's Featured Event
Meetings & Notices
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Announcements
Construction & Utility Work Updates
Deals & Promos
BID Ambassador Services & Links
City Services
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This Week's Featured Event
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Macy's Family Fun &
Tree Lighting on Nov. 27th
Macy's annual Family Fun & Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, Nov. 27th with Peanuts activities, live entertainment, all culminating in the Macy's holiday tree being lit!
Starting at noon, Macy's Kids Department will have a day filled with Peanuts activities for the whole family. Bring your camera for a picture with Santa and Snoopy. Spend $100 or more in the Kids Department to receive a pair of tickets to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical at the Shubert Theater or enter to win four tickets to see the show. You can also enter to win four tickets to see Elf The Musical at the Wang Center.
Starting at 5 pm on Summer Street outside of Macy's will be performances by R&B and soul singer Chrisette Michele, Boston-based alt-pop trio Best of Friends, The Boston Children's Chorus, saxophonist Elan Trotman, and runner-up on Season 8 of The Voice Meghan Linsey. Then Mayor Marty Walsh and Santa Claus will reveal Macy's grand windows and light the holiday tree! After the show head inside to Macy's to meet the celebrity lineup. This event is subject to change or cancellation.
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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. 18th 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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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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The Nutcracker by the Boston Ballet Opens Nov. 27th
The Nutcracker by the Boston Ballet opens at the Boston Opera House on Nov. 27th.
Mikko Nissinen's The Nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of brave toy soldiers and dancing candy canes. Follow Clara as she embarks on her journey filled with colorful characters, breathtaking costumes, and majestic scenery. The show runs through Dec. 31st and there are many days with multiple shows, including 1 pm (perfect for little ones). Click here for tickets and more info. |
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Black Nativity at the Paramount Center Opening Dec. 4th
Produced by the National Center of Afro-American Artists, Black Nativity is a performance of Langston Hughes' song-play of Jesus Christ's birth. There will be 12 performances at Emerson College's Paramount Center starting Dec. 4th.
This play is a joyous company of singers, actors, dancers and musicians delivers its powerful message of joy, hope, victory and liberation. Boston's production is the longest running performance of Hughes' song-play in the world. Click here for tickets and more info.
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Enjoy Freedom Trail
Historic Holiday Strolls
Enjoy one of Boston's best traditions -- the Freedom Trail Foundation's Historic Holiday Stroll.
These merry 90-minute tours are led by Dickensian costumed guides leaving from Faneuil Hall Thursdays through Sundays at 3:30 pm. The stroll is complete with a tour of holiday lights and Christmas trees along the Freedom Trail, a visit to the Omni Parker House for signature refreshments. Guests receive discounts off museum store purchases at several Freedom Trail sites. Tickets are $29 for adults, $19 for children, and reservations are required 24 hours in advance. All Freedom Trail tours are available as private family or group tours. For reservations and more info please call 617-357-8300. |
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Register for 8-Week Seminar of Great Male Singers from 1940s & 1950s at Paramount Center
After his successful fall seminar on female singers of the 1940s and 1950s, David Maister is offering a new seminar on male singers of the same period.
The seminar will cover performers including Bing Crosby, Perry Como, Frank Sinatra, Fred Astaire, Harry Belafonte, Ray Bolger and more. Videos will be shown along with presented biographical info.
The 8-session weekly seminar will be held on Sunday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, beginning on January 31st. The seminar will be held in the Bright Family Screening Room at Emerson College's Paramount Center. The cost is $30. Discounted parking will be available. To register, send a check for $30 per person, and please include your email to: David Maister 1 Avery St. Unit 32A Boston, MA 02111. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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Millennium Tower Headed Towards 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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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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Downtown Boston Is All Dressed-Up This Holiday Season
This week we're putting the final touches on dressing up Downtown Boston for the holidays. Trees will be lit colorfully, snowflakes will be projected onto sidewalks and streetscapes, and the famous holiday starlight banners are now LED and will be hung once again above streets.
The Holiday Night Lights Musical Program at Walgreens Plaza (Washington and School streets) will be daily from 4 to 8 pm starting Friday, Nov. 27th every 30 minutes. The program incorporates projected moving snowflakes as holiday-themed music accompany the light show. Click here for a video of last year's program.
Also, more than 100 trees have been lit, and 200 wreaths have been hung on streetlamps throughout the Downtown Boston area. |
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Sweet Harmony to Perform on Saturdays and Sundays on Summer Street During
Holiday Season Starting Nov. 28th
The singing group Sweet Harmony will be performing holiday-themed music and more on Summer Street (outside of Macy's) on Saturdays and Sundays starting Nov. 28th.
The Hyde Park-based group will bring even more holiday cheer to Downtown Crossing during the weekends. They will be performing on Saturday and Sundays from 12:30 to 3 pm through Dec. 20th. This is BID-sponsored entertainment. |
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Two Strolling Performance Groups This Holiday Season: Downtown Boston Holiday
Brass Band and Twilight Carolers
The BID is sponsoring two strolling groups this holiday season: the Downtown Boston Holiday Brass Band and the Twilight Carolers.
The four-piece Downtown Boston Holiday Brass Band will be strolling everyday through the district starting Nov. 27th through Dec. 23rd from noon to 2 pm. They will perform holiday-themed music.
The Twilight Carolers will be strolling everyday through the district starting Dec. 1st through Dec. 23rd from noon to 2 pm. They will also be performing holiday-themed music.
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Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals in Downtown Boston
There are several options to get great three-course Thanksgiving meals in Downtown Boston. It is recommended you make reservations. The food described below is only a portion of the menus being offered at each restaurant.
Avenue One (One Avenue de Lafayette, inside Hyatt Regency Boston) is offering a Thanksgiving menu from 1 to 8 pm. Savor a complete feast with items including a chestnut puree with toasted corn, ham, sourdough croutons and a main course featuring duck fat basted and garlic-roasted turkey, and a choice of dessert. The price is $38.95 for adults, $16.95 for children younger than 12. Call 617-422-5454 for reservations and questions.
Legal Crossing (558 Washington St.) is offering clam chowder and crab cakes, with pork ribs, Caesar salad and other appetizers. The main entree offerings include swordfish steaks, hoisin-glazed salmon and turkey. The meal is being offered noon to 8 pm for $55 per person. Call 617-692-8888 for reservations and questions.
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is offering four different appetizers, three entrees including a roast turkey dinner, steak frites and pan-seared swordfish, and don't forget dessert. Click here for the full menu. The meal will be offered noon to 8 pm. Call 617- 482-6060 for reservations and questions.
Parker's Restaurant (60 School St. inside the Omni Parker Hotel) is offering a Thanksgiving buffet from 12:30 to 2 pm. Choices include turkey, roasted sesame chicken salad, duck truffle p�t�, herb-crusted sirloin, smoked salmon, appetizers and dessert. The price is $58 for adults, $19 for children younger than 12. Call 617-725-1600 for reservations and questions.
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common (10 Avery St.) is offering a Thanksgiving brunch from noon to 3 pm. The buffet features carving stations with roast turkey, prime rib, seafood and more. There are also prepared entrees, including roasted chicken, local haddock and more. The cost is $98 per adult and $48 per child. Call 617-754-7184 for reservations or questions.
Ruth's Chris Steak House (45 School St.) is offering a meal featuring roast turkey, with your choice of sides and dessert. The cost is $41.95 per person. The meal is available noon to 8 pm. Call 617-742-8401 for reservations and questions.
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New GNC Open on Winter Street; Offering Free Month for Gold Card Memberships
A new GNC store is now open at 54 Winter St. GNC is a national leader in the nutritional supplement industry that prides itself on demanding truth in labeling, ingredient safety and product potency.
The Winter Street store is offering the first month free on its gold card memberships, which is a savings card that is usually $15. Free renewals are also being offered for current gold card members.
The store is open 8 am to 7 pm Monday through Friday, 9 am to 7 pm on Saturday, and 10 am to 6 pm on Sunday. The store's phone number is 617-426-0267. |
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AMC Boston Common 19 Hiring for Holiday Season in Anticipation of Star Wars Release
The AMC Boston Common 19 is hiring film crew (box office, usher, concession) for the holiday season to prepare for the highly-anticipated Star Wars movie. Click here to apply and may the force be with you.
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Help the MBTA Plan For You By Filling Out the MBTA Rider Census
The MBTA wants your help to plan for you by filling out the MBTA Rider Census. The census only takes five to 10 minutes. Click here to take the survey.
 When the Census is completed, a summary of the results will be posted on the MBTA's web site. |
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Team St. Francis House Accepting Applications for Boston Marathon
Is running the Boston Marathon on your bucket list? St. Francis House is accepting applications for Team St. Francis House. Visit their marathon page here to learn about Team St Francis House and to submit an application.
Interested, unsure? Call Sharon Lee at 617-457-1048 and the team will tell you how, together, you can get to the finish line. Please share this with your co-workers.
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Offer Your Opinions on the Future of Boston's Parks through
Imagine Boston 2030
The City of Boston is developing Boston 2030, a citywide plan, and the Friends of the Public Garden are encouraging residents to voice their opinions on the importance of parks.
You can share your vision of Boston's future by answering a few questions by clicking here. This is an opportunity to let the city know that your life in 2030 will be better with great parks and public spaces. |
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Free Spindrift Seltzer with Every Burrito or Bowl at Boloco Through Thanksgiving
Boloco (133 Federal St. and all locations) are offering a free Spindrift seltzer with every burrito or bowl through Thanksgiving. This offer is only good while supplies last in the store.
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Macy's Visitor Center Holiday Package
The Macy's Visitor Center has a new holiday package for $35 that includes a $25 Macy's gift card, Macy's holiday bag, Macy's Boston ornament, Frango chocolates and more.
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Mayor's Holiday Special:
Over 100 Holiday Shows Now on Sale
Now through New Year's weekend, you can save on more than 100 holiday shows through the Mayor's Holiday Special. The Mayor's Holiday Special is produced by ArtsBoston, created in partnership with Mayor Marty Walsh, the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) and presented by the Highland Street Foundation. This special deals site gives you access to thousands of ticket deals to more than 100 theater, music, and dance performances throughout the region, as well as free festivities, dining deals, gift ideas, and more. Click here for more info and tickets. |
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