Thursday, May 24, 2012
Five things to know on Thu, May 24.
1. Weather: A chance of showers today after 1 p.m., but otherwise a sunny morning with a high near 75. The evening brings dense fog and a low around 58. 2. Memorial Day is Monday, and there's a bunch of events happening around the city. How will you enjoy your three-day weekend? 3. Oui Paris. The French Cultural Center is hosting Marjorie Williams to talk about experience Paris through it's markets. She'll show you how to step off the beaten path by highlighting food, flea, antique and hobbyist markets throughout the city. Her book Markets of Paris will be for sale. And of course, the talk will be followed by a wine reception. Tickets are $10. 4. On a somewhat related note, the Grand Circle Gallery over on Congress Street is holding a new …
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
The British apparel shop blends sportswear with streetwear, and opens May 24. Don't miss their 50’s Americana-inspired Summer Amy Winehouse Collection.
Fred Perry, a British heritage brand that blends sportswear with streetwear for iconic styles, is opening it's third US store in Back Bay. With shops in 50 countries across the globe, and two in New York, the store hosts its grand opening at 301 Newbury St. on May 24. The brand is well-known for its original cotten pique shirt synonoymous with underground fashion and British cool. They've collaborated with a handful of artists and designers including Raf Simons, Richard Nicoll, Emma Cook and Amy Winehouse. The store launches with the Men’s Authentic Summer Collection, the Women’s Authentic Summer Collection, the Kidswear Spring/Summer Collection, and the 50’s Americana-inspired Summer Amy Winehouse Collection. (This was the last …
The Boston City Council approved the school committee plan that would expand student's access to high-performing schools, but also results in the loss of a Mission Hill k-8 neighborhood school.
After "agonizing, torturing and frustrating" review of the Boston Public School's proposal to shuffle facilities in an effort to expand access to high performing schools, the City Council approved the plan - despite strong opposition from Mission Hill parents. Moving the Mission Hill K-8 school out of the neighborhood and into Jamaica Plain's Agassiz building uproots students and will destroy the close-knit community, according to an online petition to stop the plan. Fenway High School will move into the Mission Hill K-8 location. While most agreed the overal proposal (see attached screenshot) makes sense for the other eight schools affected and is good for Boston in general, Councilor Mike Ross, D-8 called the Mission Hill move "reckless …
The winner of Patch's "Battle of the Bands" is recording artist and Wakefield resident Nick Kermelewicz, who is looking to make it big in the local music scene.
"If you don't like the way you're living, you can change that," raps Wakefield resident Nick Kermelewicz, known in the Boston music scene as The President. And he means it. A self-made musician, Kermelewicz, 21, is the winner of Patch's "Battle of the Bands," contest, the month-long competition that pitted local acts against one another and looked to the community to pick the top act. But Kermelewicz, who grew up north of Boston in Chelsea, MA, is no stranger to success. He has already started his own production company called Jotdown Entertainment, and is now looking to make it as a recording artist. "I’ve just built myself up from my mom’s basement," he said. "I produce about 75 percent of my own music, and I work with a producer out…
The 14th annual Read to Ride program is for students ages 6-15.
Last week Dependable Cleaners kicked off its summer reading program, where kids can win a new bike or gift card for every book they read. The 14th annual Read to Ride program is for students ages 6-15. A winner will be drawn every Monday from June 4 - Aug. 13. “Studies show that children who develop a love of reading early in life often see more success in school and in life,” said Christa Hagearty, president of Dependable Cleaners. “We are proud of Read to Ride’s success but we couldn’t do it without the cooperation of area schools, their directors and superintendents , our sponsors, and the overwhelming number of parents who encourage their children to read during the summer months.” Since the program’s inception in 1999, more than 59,…
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Find out what made Newbury Street such an attractive spot for shopping, dining and people-watching in the first place on Wed, May 30 from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
The following is a press release by the Back Bay Association, Newbury Street League and Back Bay Architectural Commission for a special tour of Newbury Street with William Young (he's incredibly knowledgeable) What’s So Special about Newbury Street? Of course you know that Boston’s beloved boutique district has long had a devoted local and regional following. You’re aware that its many restaurants and sidewalk cafés add to the appeal. And you’ve probably noticed that it has acquired a distinctly international accent in recent years, as numerous European retailers have opened branches here. But do you know what made Newbury Street such an attractive spot for shopping, dining and people-watching in the first place? On this tour you'll …
The Sauders Hotel Group received one of the "The Academy Awards of the tourism industry."
The group that owns the Lenox Hotel was recently recognized for worldwide leadership in sustainable tourism with one of the most prestigious awards in the travel and tourism industry. The Saunders Hotel Group, a third generation family business, accepted the Community Benefit Award during the World Travel and Tourism Council's annual Global Summit in Tokyo, Japan. President and CEO Jeffrey Saunders, of Newton, said he was honored that their company was singled out as a corporate role model. “As a family business, we strongly believe that the commitment to helping people in need is part of our mission,” Saunders said. The recognition is part of the Tourism for Tomorrow Awards, often referred to as "The Academy Awards of the tourism …
Neighbors stopped by to celebrate the opening of the new Charles Street shop, and enjoyed some free cake.
Kids from the Hill House swarmed the new J.P. Licks at 150 Charles Street for the grand opening of the neighborhood's only ice cream parlor. "The week it opened, we've been here everyday," said 10-year-old Jake Berger. It officially opened on April 30, but people came together on Monday for a welcome celebration. All proceeds from the afternoon went to support the Hill House community center's scholarship fund. "It's the best thing to happen to Beacon Hill and the kids," said Dani Urencio, a Hill House employee and mother to three kids who happily enjoyed the celebratory cake. "It's a great hangout." Owner Vince Petryk said so far business has been good, and he enjoys the people in the neighborhood. He's been looking to open in Beacon …
Five things to know on Tue, May 22.
1. A chance of showers today, with a high near 66 and areas of fog before noon. A slight chance of showers in the evening, with a low around 59. 2. Do you have a business in Back Bay? If so, make sure to claim your free listing. It's a great way to post photos, link event to your establishment, and do all that helpful networking stuff. Oh, and did we mention it's free? 3. Congratulations to Malcolm Rogers, Ann and Graham Gund Director of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, who received the Emerald Necklace Conservancy's Liff Spirit Award during their annual "Party in the Park" on May 16. 4. J.P. Licks recently opened on Charles Street in Beacon Hill. And sure, their Newbury Street parlor may have closed in March (due to high rent) but we …
Monday, May 21, 2012
The five proposals include a mix of business and retail developments.
A 30-day public comment period is now open for the proposals to go over the Mass Pike - known as Turnpike Air Rights Parcels 12-15. The mixed-use development projects are located near the intersection of Mass Ave. and Boylston Street, and include a mix of business and retail proposed by Trinity Financial, The Chiofaro Company, Carpenter & Company and Weiner Ventures-Samuels & Associates. The public comment period runs though June 18. Email comments to MassDot.RE@dot.state.ma.us (please include the subject line "Parcels 12-15 comments") or by U.S. Mail at: Massachusetts Department of Transportation Office of Real Estate and Asset Development 10 Park Plaza, Suite 4470 Boston, Mass. 02116 RE: Parcels 12-15 comments
Hank S.
3:54 am on Thursday, May 24, 2012
All I can say is a pint of strawberry cheesecake mixed with banana ice cream. Had others but this is the bomb. Hill resident....Hank S. more ›