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May 16, 2016
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Featured Stories
In The News
Meetings & Notices
This Week's Featured Event
Arts, Entertainment & Events
Announcements
Deals & Promos
BID Services & Links
Construction & Utility Work Update
City of Boston Services
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One Bromfield Street Development Meetings: IAG on May 25th and
Public Meeting on June 2nd
There are two upcoming meetings about the proposed development for One Bromfield Street. Both meetings are being hosted by the Boston Redevelopment Authority.
The Impact Advisory Group (IAG) meeting will be on Wednesday, May 25th from 6 to 8 pm at the BRA Board Room, City Hall, 9th Floor, Room 900. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the developer and IAG members. If time remains at the end of the meeting, BRA staff will open the floor to other community members in attendance.
A Public Meeting for the proposal will be on Thursday, June 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Suffolk University's Law School Moot Courtroom, 120 Tremont St. 4th Floor. Please contact Chris Tracy of the BRA at [email protected] or 617-918-4259 for more info or questions.
The current proposal is for a 683-foot, 59-story mixed-use tower including 30,000 sq.-ft. of retail and 419 residential units. |
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This Week's Featured Event
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World Premiere of 'Mirrors' by Boston Ballet on Opera House's Stage Through May 26th
The Boston Ballet's "Mirrors" features two world premieres alongside the company premiere of
Belong and the return of Resonance. The show runs through May 26th at the Boston Opera House.
Four pieces highlight the depth and scope of contemporary dance vocabulary incorporating a romantic style to the unique creations of an award-winning "punk ballerina." Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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Arts, Entertainment & Events
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Boston Calling Block Party at Dewey Square with The Almighty Buck on
May 19th
The very popular Boston Calling Music Festival Block Parties are back in Dewey Square with The Almighty Buck performing on Thursday, May 19th. The block parties are free and open to the public, but you must be 21 or older.
The block parties are a partnership with the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Shock Top, Wicked Wines, RadioBDC, CHEN PR and the BID. All block parties will feature local musicians. The parties are from 5 to 8 pm and have a cash bar, lawn games and promotions.
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Molly Kupris Performing at
Free Berklee Concert Series at
100 Summer Street Plaza
The Berklee College of Music Summer Concert Series kicked off another season at the 100 Summer Street Plaza. The series offers free musical performances every Tuesday and Thursday from Berklee students.
Molly Kupris will perform on Tuesday, May 17th and Thursday, May 19th. Kupris is a singer-songwriter from Boston with roots in country music and influenced by pop, rock, and folk. A junior at Berklee College of Music, she's studying music therapy.
All performances are from noon to 2 pm. Performances may be cancelled due to weather or changed due to scheduling. Click here to see all of the upcoming performances. |
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'Marriage, Taxes, and a Dose of Rebellion -- Dinner & A Show' at the Old South Meeting House on May 19th
Join the Old South Meeting House (310 Washington St.) for an evening of spirited music and theatrical entertainment on the 250th anniversary of the repeal of the Stamp Act. "Marriage, Taxes, and a Dose of Rebellion -- Dinner & A Show" will be on Thursday, May 19th at 6:30 pm.
Featured performers will include author Martha Lufkin presenting her original comedy "Marriage is Taxing," based on a documented rush to marry in the weeks before the Stamp Act took effect to avoid the impending marriage certificate tax.
Ticket price includes a light supper, beverages and dessert. Tickets are $40 for general admission or $30 for OSMH members. Click here to purchase tickets. |
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Check Out World Premiere of 'Blood on the Snow' at the Old State House
The Boston Massacre is a well-known historical event, but not many know of the events that took place the day after on March 6th, 1770. "Blood on the Snow" is a new play that is staged in the Council Chamber of the Old State House (206 Washington St.), which is the very room the events took place almost 250 years ago.
This new play by Patrick Gabridge tells the story of how the leaders of Boston unknowingly placed Massachusetts on the road to revolution. This production is part of the Bostonian Society's programming to bring the story of the Old State House to life through live drama. This play runs through June 5th. Click here for tickets and showtimes.
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Join Red Sox Legend Carl Yastrzemski and Support the
Genesis Foundation for Children
Join Red Sox legend and Genesis Foundation for Children board member emeritus Carl Yastrzemski, as he hosts "On the Field at Fenway Park" on Thursday, Sept. 1.
Registration includes: Mingling with Red Sox legends, an autographed photo of Yaz, classic ballpark lunch, recording your pitching speed with a real speed gun, hitting from home plate and fielding off the Green Monster. Click here for tickets and sponsorship info.
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Learn About Natural Remedies for
Your Dog on May 25th
marlo marketing's Health & Wellness Series is going to the dogs on May 25th (it was originally scheduled for May 11th). Learn about natural remedies for your dog from canine expert Marie Cargill at 6 to 7:30 pm.
Learn the secrets to helping your dog live longer -- everything from how to prepare the best diet to using herbal medicine and even doggie yoga and acupuncture. The cost is $10 per person and all proceeds will be donated to the MSPCA. Click here to RSVP and this class is taking place at marlo marketing's offices (38 Chauncy St. 3rd Floor).
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Boston Ballet's 'Swan Lake' at Opera House Through May 26th
The Boston Ballet's "Swan Lake" will be at the Boston Opera House through May 26th.
"Swan Lake" was first performed in 1877 and is set to Tchaikovsky's romantic and ageless score. The story has been told many times, but is always different in some way. Click here for tickets and showtimes. |
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New Flash Forward Festival Art Exhibit in Lafayette City Center Passageway
[Photo]gogues: New England (Part 4), a new Flash Forward Festival art exhibit debuting last week in the Lafayette City Center Passageway. This new and free exhibit is not a definitive study of New England Photography Pedagogues, rather it is a sampling of faculty members from the region.
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| | Studying in the dormitory, El Hanchane, Morocco by Amy Thompson Avishai |
This exhibit is comprised of the work from nine photography instructors who were invited to exhibit their work by Paula Tognarelli and Frances Jakubek, executive director and associate director of the Griffin Museum of Photography in Winchester.
This exhibit is being presented by the Lafayette City Center, the Downtown Boston BID, Magenta Foundation, the Flash Forward Festival Boston 2016 and the Griffin Museum. The Lafayette City Center Passageway links Macy's with the Hyatt Regency Boston and is open 10 am to 9 pm on Monday to Thursday, 10 am to 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday and 10 am to 9 pm on Sunday. This exhibit will run to August 26th.
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Construction & Utility Work Updates
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What's Being Built? Millennium Tower, Congress Square 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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Downtown Boston BID Weekly News Update
For questions and comments, please contact David Ertischek, newsletter editor, at: [email protected] |
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Have You Seen the BID's New Visitor &
Retail Guide? The New Retail Map Includes Stores, Restaurants and More
The BID's new spring 2016 Downtown Crossing Visitor & Retail Guide is now available and features a retail map with all retail businesses in Downtown Crossing.
The retail map has an index with businesses listed in categories to make it easy to find what you're looking for and their locations. The map also denotes MBTA stops, Hubway stations, The Freedom Trail, Downtown Crossing pushcart vendors and more.The new visitor guide includes a list of Boston area resources, info on the services of the BID's Ambassadors program and an MBTA subway map.
This new guide is available at the BID's information kiosks and also available on request by emailing Doug Meyer at [email protected]. |
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Barracuda Tavern Unveils New Food Truck 'Barracuda On the Fly'
Barracuda Tavern (15 Bosworth St.) recently unveiled its first food truck -- Barracuda on the Fly. The truck has already hit the streets and is serving up Key West-inspired specialties, including classic 'Cuda dishes, such as their famous disco fries and fish tacos.
"Having a small tavern in Downtown Boston, we could only serve a limited number of people," said Luka Stipanov, chef and co-owner of Barracuda Tavern. "Going mobile with a food truck gives us access to a broader customer base and new event opportunities."
The truck is also available for private parties. The menu can be customized to suit a variety of events from weddings to casual backyard gatherings. Click here for a menu.
The truck has already attended several events and has regularly scheduled lunch hour appearances on Hartwell Avenue in Lexington. Additional locations and festivals for the food truck can be found on Barracuda Tavern's twitter handle. |
Downtown Boston
Arts & Crafts Market
Kicks Off New Season This Week
The Downtown Boston Arts & Crafts Market is kicking off another season this week with local vendors offering handmade products.
Vendors will be at Walgreens Plaza (School and Washington streets) from 11 am to 6 pm on Wednesdays, and at CVS Plaza (Summer and Chauncy streets) from 11 am to 6 pm on Fridays.
This week's vendors include: Caroline Portillo of Recycled Glass Jewelry; Karol Peralta of Karol Peralta Jewelry; Melissa Tarr of Design of Mine; Raelinda Woad of Story Teller Jewelry; Ania Epoca; and Gina Kovach of Studio GLLC.
Stop by and pick up something for yourself or for someone else! |
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Joe Boncore Elected State Senator for 1st Suffolk and Middlesex District
As expected, Joe Boncore was elected as the state senator for the 1st Suffolk and Middlesex district on May 10th. The BID is in this state senate district. Click here to see a map of the state senate district.
Boncore was the lone finalist in the special election final because there were only Democratic Party candidates in the primary. He resides in Winthrop. |
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Sponsorship Opportunities at the Brewer Fountain Plaza on the Boston Common
The Friends of the Public Garden (the Friends) created one of the most popular outdoor gathering places in the city, with the $4 million revitalization of Brewer Fountain Plaza and the surrounding parkland on Boston Common near Park Street station. In cooperation with the city, the Friends will now be offering corporate promotional opportunities at this highly visible location.
The Friends is seeking corporate sponsors who are interested in partnering with them to meet their marketing objectives in this highly visible location while helping the Friends ensure the sustainability of the plaza activities (tables, chairs, umbrellas, piano music at lunchtime, free reading materials and quality food options).
This is the first time this type of opportunity has been possible on the Common and the Friends is excited to create mutually beneficial partnerships with the local business community. For more information contact Mary Halpin at the Friends at 617-723-8144 or [email protected]. |
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Now You Can Submit Your Own Event to the Downtown Boston BID Website
If you have an upcoming event you can now submit your own event to the Downtown Boston BID website. Click here to submit your own event.
Once approved by BID staff your event will be on the BID's calendar section and could be featured in this newsletter on social media and promoted elsewhere.
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Sign up Now for the Downtown Boston Lunchtime Baggo League
The next Downtown Boston Lunchtime Baggo League is kicking off its season this month. This is a free league and games only take about 30 minutes -- so you'll be back at the office without missing a thing.
Games will be played outside of 100 Summer St. and 133 Federal St. from noon to 2 pm. Players typically have one game a week. There will be playoffs with prizes awarded after the championship. Please contact Mike Testa at [email protected] to sign up or if you have questions. |
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Tasteful Tuesdays at Sebastians Cafe on Summer Street
Every Tuesday from noon to 1 pm, Sebastians Cafe (100 Summer St.) will be sampling an item from their catering menu -- there's something new every time so don't miss out.
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Free Coffee Mondays at Uno Due Go Through May 30th
Uno Due Go (52 Summer St.) is offering Free Coffee Mondays through May 30th. This offer is only until 9:30 am.
This offer applies to hot, iced, organic or fair trade coffee. It does not include specialty coffees, cappuccino or espresso. No purchase is necessary.
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BID Ambassadors Provide Clean & Hospitality Services in Downtown
The Downtown Boston BID Ambassadors provide clean and hospitality services seven days a week, nearly 24 hours a day. Ambassadors create a friendly, welcoming Downtown presence by helping visitors with directions, notifying fire and police personnel of incidents and more.
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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| | A BID Masonry Ambassador fixes the sidewalk on Tremont Street. |
- Ambassadors remove litter and graffiti
- Ambassadors clear handicapped ramps and storm drain openings
- Ambassador powerwash in Downtown Boston during warm weather
- Ambassadors maintain the BID's landscaping by watering flowers
- Masonry Ambassadors fix sidewalks and more
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Additional BID Services & Info
- Communication and Business Networking: Along with the weekly newsletter; safety and construction/utility alerts and more are provided that affect the district and businesses
- BID staff schedules individual meetings with BID members to discuss neighborhood affairs
- Entertainment programming: The BID sponsors and organizes entertainment throughout Downtown to engage the neighborhood
- Member Advocacy: The BID works collaboratively with the City of Boston and other agencies on behalf of the district. For advocacy-related assistance or questions please contact [email protected]
- Capital/Public Improvements: The BID coordinates and develops streetscape beautification, provides tables and chairs with umbrellas, public art, plantings and more
- Wayfinding: The BID is installing a wayfinding signage system to assist pedestrians throughout the district
- Please click here for the 2016 BID Report to learn about the transformation of Downtown Crossing
- Contact [email protected] for more
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