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February 29, 2016
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Featured Stories
In The News
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Deals & Promos
Announcements
Construction & Utility Work Updates
BID Ambassador Services & Links
City of Boston Services
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This Week's Featured Event
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The Boston Massacre Reenactment is March 5th at the Old State House
The 246th Commemoration and Reenactment of the Boston Massacre will be on Saturday, March 5th at 7 pm outside the Old State House (206 Washington St.).
The Boston Massacre Reenactment is presented at the exact location and anniversary of the original event that changed the course of American history. The Old State House will transform through the presence of hundreds of reeanctors, including average Bostonians and the His Majesty's 29th Regiment of foot. There is plenty of family programming that examines the Massacre and its aftermath throughout the day. As night falls, you'll witness the famous event reenacted on the spot where it happened in 1770. When the action begins, shout along in support of the British or the Bostonians. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Hear How The World's Biggest
Art Heist in History Was Pulled Off
Right Here in Boston
The Rotary Club of Downtown Boston will hear from Boston Globe journalist Stephen Kurkjian on "How The World's Biggest Art Heist in History Was Pulled Off Here in Boston and Remains Unsolved Even Today" at Central Bistro (34 Summer St.) at 6 pm.
You'll hear from Kurkjian who wrote "Master Thieves" about the riveting $500 million theft from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. It was the largest art theft in history that is still on the FBI's list of biggest unsolved art crimes and is still unsolved 25 years later. Non-Rotary members can RSVP and purchase $20 tickets by clicking here. Space is limited. |
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Free Movies: 'The Amazing Nina Simone!' from Emerson College's
Bright Lights Film Series
The Emerson College's Bright Lights Film Series is a free movie series that is open to the public at the Paramount Center's Bright Family Screening Room (559 Washington St.).
On Tuesday, March 1st enjoy "The Amazing Nina Simone," a documentary about the popular musician.
All screenings start at 7 pm and seating is first come, first served. There is no advance registration. Please click here for more info about screenings and updates on special guests. Click here for a trailer about the spring Bright Lights Film Series. |
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New England Conservatory Concert Series at the Old South Meeting House on March 4th
The Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) is holding several Music at the Meeting House performances starting in March. The New England Conservatory is presenting a four-part concert series featuring performers from NEC's Artist and Diploma and Graduate Ensemble Training programs at OSMH with the first on Friday, March 4th from 12:15 to 1 pm.
Each concert is free and open to the public. Two of the four concerts will take place in the evening with a reception prior to the performance. Click here for more info. |
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The Merchant Hosting Taste of Iceland for Four Nights with Special Menu
The Merchant (60 Franklin St.) is this year's restaurant host for the Taste of Iceland in Boston 2016 from March 4th-7th. This is a celebration of Icelandic food, music and culture.
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Boston Ballet's 'Onegin' at Opera House Through March 6th
The Boston Ballet's latest offering, "Onegin," is an emotional performance based on Alexander Pushkin's narrative poem. "Onegin" is being performed at the Boston Opera House through March 6th.
"Onegin" is a story of unrequited love. Eugene Onegin, a young and cynical aristocrat, travels to attend a birthday party for Tatiana -- the younger sister to his best friend Lensky's fianc� Olga. Tatiana falls in love with Onegin and writes him a passionate letter. Onegin rejects her love, tears up her letter, and amuses himself by flirting with Olga. A duel ensues as does an unintended death.
Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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'The Wong Kids' at The Paramount Center Through March 6th
Enjoy the fantasy tale of "The Wong Kids" at Emerson College's Paramount Center running through March 6th.
This live action story mixes storytelling, puppetry, and visual magic as Violet and Bruce Wong must travel to space to battle the evil Space Chupacabra.
This week BID readers can enjoy $15 tickets to Wednesday, Thursday and Friday's performances using the code WOW15. Tickets range from $25-75 and may be purchased by calling 617-824-8400 or click here. Group, student, and senior discounts are available.
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Marlo Marketing
Health & Wellness Series
'Bone Broth: The Cellulite Secret?!'
Marlo Marketing's Health & Wellness Series continues on March 9th with "Bone Broth: The Cellulite Secret?!"
Why is the ancient tradition of boiling leftover bones a sudden health trend and can it really help your cellulite? LA-based chef Ariane Resnick, a certified nutritionist author of "The Bone Broth Miracle" will talk about the history of bone broth, how to create your own at home and what to do once you've made it. The cost is $18 per person, which includes a copy of Resnick's book. Space is limited so RSVP by clicking here. This event will be at Marlo Marketing (38 Chauncy St. 3rd Floor) from 6 to 7:30 pm. |
The 2nd Annual Fifth of March Anniversary Orations - Speak Out! at
Old South Meeting House on March 9th
The 2nd Annual Fifth of March Anniversary Orations - Speak Out! will take place at the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) on Wednesday, March 9th at 6 pm. Each year from 1772 to 1775, men, women and children gathered at the Old South Meeting House to commemorate the anniversary of the Boston Massacre. There were rousing speeches by John Hancock, Benjamin Church and Joseph Warren. Hear selected excerpts of these speeches, performed by an inter-generational group including students, actors, and historians where the orations took place 240 years ago. Audience members can join the fun and read from a selection of excerpts. This is free and open to the public, but registration is requested by clicking here. This event is co-sponsored by Suffolk University's History Department and The Bostonian Society. |
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'Rhinoceros' Debuts at Modern Theatre Through March 13th
The imaginative play "Rhinoceros" will be performed at Suffolk University's Modern Theatre through March 13th.
Imagine a sunny afternoon on Newbury Street and you're meeting a friend for coffee and maybe you're a little hungover. Everything is normal. And all at once, everyone you know turns into a rhinoceros! This is a new adaptation of Eugene Ionesco's 20th century absurdist masterpiece being reimagined for the 21st. This is a professional co-production with the Boston Playwrights' Theatre. Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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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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Hillary Clinton Holds Rally at
Old South Meeting House
Presidential candidate and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton led a rally today (Feb. 29th) at the Old South Meeting House ahead of tomorrow's primary.
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| | Boston Mayor Martin Walsh introduces Hillary Clinton on Feb. 29th, 2016, at the Old South Meeting House. (Photo by @alisonkingNECN) |
Clinton addressed the crowd outside of the Meeting House before entering. Many Massachusetts elected officials were in attendance. Attorney General Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Martin Walsh introduced Clinton.
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| | Hillary Clinton addresses the crowd at the Old South Meeting House. (Photo by @afarnitano) |
Click here for a Commonwealth of Massachusetts link to learn where you should vote in your area. |
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The Bridal March Fashion Series in Downtown Boston Starts March 3rd
This March the BID and Platform Downtown are presenting a trio of wedding-themed events -- The Bridal March Series. There will be a wedding fashion show, panel discussions on bridal photography, jewelry, footwear, hair, makeup and more. The first event "The Bridal March - Picture Perfect" is on Thursday, March 3rd at the Old South Meeting House. "The Bridal March series will encompass many details of wedding planning -- photography, jewelry, hair and makeup, shoes, flowers and of course, the wedding dress!" said Terri Mahn, of thestylistcloset, the curator of the events. "The Bridal March - Picture Perfect" is on Thursday, March 3rd, from 6 to 8 pm. This is a panel discussion with bridal and special occasion designer David Josef, Best of Boston Magazine winner tailor and designer Alan Rouleau, and five-time Best of Boston Magazine winner photographer Cheryl Richards. Erica Corsano, Lifestyle Editor and Social Columnist for the Boston Herald, will be the moderator for this panel. Click here to purchase tickets. "The Bridal March - Decorative Details" is on Thursday, March 10th, at the Old South Meeting House from 6 to 8 pm. This is a panel discussion with florist Orly Kohn, Moira and Megan Flynn of M. Flynn Jewelry, Thom Solo of Thom Solo Footwear, specialist in bridal hair stylists Stacey Kuehn, and Define Beauty cosmetics owner Mariogla Pantazopoulos. This panel will be moderated by Danielle Duane of Boston Magazine's Weddings. Click here to purchase tickets. "The Bridal March - Designer Dresses" is on Thursday, March 31st, at 1 Federal St. (9th Floor) from 6 to 8 pm. Come and enjoy a fashion show of award-winning bridal designer Daniel Faucher's newest beautiful creations. There will be a show and then a conversation with Faucher after the show. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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Enjoy Dine Out Boston at a Dozen
Downtown Boston Restaurants
Dine Out Boston is March 6th-11th and 13th-18th, providing diners opportunities to enjoy restaurants and special menus for two weeks. There are also plenty of Downtown Boston restaurants offering special lunch and dinner menus. Click here to see what restaurants are participating this year and their menus.
The following is a list of Downtown Boston restaurants participating in Dine Out Boston:
Artisan Bistro (10 Avery St.) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-574-7176 for reservations and info.
Avenue One (1 Avenue de Lafayette, inside the Hyatt Regency Boston) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-422-5579 for reservations and info.
Back Deck (2 West St.) is offering $20 lunch and $33 dinner. Call 617-670-0320 for reservations and info.
Blu Restaurant (4 Avery St.) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-375-8550 for reservations and info.
Central Bistro (34 Summer St., 2nd Floor) is offering $33 dinner. Call 617-737-1777 for reservations and info.
The Marliave (10 Bosworth St.) is offering $28 dinner. Call 617-442-0004 for reservations and info.
The Merchant Kitchen & Drinks (60 Franklin St.) is offering $33 dinner. Call 617-482-6060 for reservations and info.
The Oceanaire Seafood Room (40 Court St.) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-742-2277 for reservations and info.
Parker's Restaurant (60 School St.) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-725-1600 for reservations and info.
Ruth's Chris Steak House (45 School St.) is offering $25 lunch and $38 dinner. Call 617-742-8401 for reservations and info.
Serafina Boston (10 High St.) is offering $38 dinner. Call 617-426-1234 for reservations and info. |
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Freedom Trail's New Revolutionary Women Tour Debuts on March 5th
The Freedom Trail Foundation is piloting a new Revolutionary Women Tour, inviting visitors to discover four centuries of women who changed history from Boston. The tour is taking place in March, in celebration of Women's History Month, with the first one on March 5th at 12:45 pm. This 90-minute tour feature tales of the early religious rebellions of Anne Hutchinson and Mary Dyer, patriotic actions of Abigail Adams and Mercy Otis Warren, abolitionist movements of Harriet Beecher Stowe and Harriet Tubman, prolific writings of authors Phillis Wheatley and Louisa May Alcott, and landmark speeches of Margaret Sanger and Susan B. Anthony. Led by 18th-century costumed guides, tours will visit the places where these women's voices were heard, their works published, and laid to rest along Boston's iconic red line.
The Revolutionary Women Tour departs from the Boston Common Visitor Information Center (139 Tremont St.) on Saturdays and Sundays in March at 12:45 pm. Freedom Trail Foundation walking tours are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors/students and $8 for children. |
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Free Wednesday Workshops for Spanish Learners at Boston Area Spanish Exchange
The Boston Area Spanish Exchange (50 Milk St.) is hosting free Wednesday Workshops for Spanish language learners on March 2nd.
These workshops are open to anyone wanting to learn and speak Spanish. Advanced Workshops are from 5:30 to 7 pm and Basic/Intermediate Workshops are 7:15 to 8:15 pm on March 2nd. These workshops will be on the 18th floor, not the 16th where BASE is located. Click here for more info. |
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AMC Loews Boston Common Hiring for Management, Film Crew Positions
The AMC Loews Boston Common theater is hiring for management and film crew positions.
Managers receive medical benefits, opportunities to watch free movies, paid vacation and more. Click here to apply online. |
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St. Anthony Shrine American Red Cross Blood Drive on March 7th
St. Anthony Shrine (100 Arch St.) will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, March 7th from 9 am to 2 pm.
For an appointment please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins are also welcome. |
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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MBTA Construction, Millennium Tower, Godfrey Hotel 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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