Friday, April 12, 2013
And more to know today, April 12.
1. Friends' membership: The Friends of the Public Garden has launched a spring membership drive with an enticing incentive: anyone who joins the Friends by May 1 will be entered into a drawing to win lunch for two at the Four Seasons Hotel’s Bristol Lounge. For more information, visit the Friends' website. 2. Earth week dinners: From April 22 through April 28, the Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro will join more than 100 Chefs Collaborative member restaurants to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Earth Day dinners. Instead of limiting the celebration to just one day, the Bistro will offer a special, four-course prix fixe dinner menu ($45 per person, optional supplement course an additional $12) all week. Chef Josh Lewin has planned a menu …
Thursday, April 11, 2013
And more to know today, April 11.
1. Restoration opening: Despite its rocky opening night party and subsequent delayed opening, Restoration Hardware, now known as RH, should open at their 234 Berkeley St. location soon. A spokeswoman for RH told Patch, "We are working diligently with the City of Boston, the Inspection Services Department, the Fire Department and the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety to ensure that our Gallery meets applicable building codes and permitting requirements to open our doors as soon as possible." 2. Downtown Schools for Boston Meeting:The West End Civic Association invites downtown residents to hear about the efforts of Downtown Schools for Boston at their meeting tonight at 7 p.m. at the West End Museum (150 Staniford St.). This meeting…
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
And more to know today, April 10.
1. Tracy out: Nils Tracy, a Democratic candidate for the State House seat formerly held by Marty Walz, announced Tuesday that he's dropping out of the race. “I chose to run for State Representative, because I believe the 8th Suffolk District deserves a strong progressive leader. I now believe Jay Livingstone is that leader" Tracy said. The Democratic primary will be held May 28. Walz served as the representative for the 8th Suffolk district, which includes Beacon Hill, Back Bay, West End, until February. 2. Educator award: The nominations for the annual Boston Educators of the Year awards are now open and will be accepted until tomorrow. The awards recognize outstanding teachers, paraprofessionals, guidance counselors, school nurses and …
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
And more to know today, April 9.
1. Greening your downtown home: Whether you rent a studio apartment or own a single family townhouse there are lots of ways you can reduce your energy costs and contribute to a more sustainable community. Join the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay Thursday, April 25, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, at 110 Commonwealth Ave., in meeting with representatives from the MassSave program to discuss low- to no-cost energy retrofits. The group will also talk about rebates and incentives that are available to help you save money. 2. Fashion on Charles: Two neighboring Charles Street retailers will host a special spring fashion event this Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Second Time Around, at 82 Charles St., will host three …
Monday, April 8, 2013
And more to know today, April 8.
1. Public Garden gala: Tickets are available for the Friends of the Public Garden's 2013 Green and White Ball on Friday, May 17, at 6:30 pm at the Taj Boston. The gala will feature a cocktail reception and dinner followed by dancing to the Sultans of Swing. Tables and individual seats can be purchased here. For more information contact Mary Halpin at (857) 239-8937. 2. Restaurant Week: The North End Chamber of Commerce’s fourth annual North End Restaurant Week continues April 7-12. Get dinner for $38.13 per person at participating North End restaurants. 3. Running the marathon? Share your story: If you're planning to run 26.2 straight miles, chances are you've got a good reason to do it. Share your own story by uploading your photo and …
Friday, April 5, 2013
And more to know today, April 5.
1. Train to the Cape: Did you catch our post about the new train going from Boston to the Cape this summer? I'd pay $35 not to sit in the bumper-to-bumper traffic heading south on Friday afternoons. 2. Fix a Feral Cat Clinic: The Animal Rescue League of Boston is kicking off its 2013 “Fix a Feral Clinics” on Sunday, April 7 at its shelter at 10 Chandler St. This is the first of four clinics in 2013, and the League has the capacity to accept 75 cats for spay/neuter surgery per clinic. See here for more information. 3. Free concert: The Boston Conservatory Wind Ensemble, Eric Hewitt, conductor, presents a free concert today at 8 p.m. at Old South Church (645 Boylston St., Copley Square). For more information, call The Boston Conservatory …
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
And more to know today, April 3.
1. Save the date: The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay will hold its 18th Annual Taste of the Back Bay on Thursday, April 11, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Prudential Skywalk. Come and sample some of the finest food and drink Boston has to offer. This year a portion of the proceeds will benefit Lovin' Spoonfuls in addition to NABB's many community programs. 2. Free lecture on Beacon Hill: The Museum of African American History is hosting a free talk by Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot on the African-American historic journey of liberation, and the ways that respect creates equality, empathy and connection in all kinds of relationships. The lecture, "Respect: Witness and Justice” is this Thursday at 6 p.m. at 46 Joy St. 3. Connolly campaign: …
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
And more to know today, April 2.
1. King donation: Novelists Stephen and Tabitha King have contributed $5,000 to help build a statue to commemorate their influential literary forbear Edgar Allan Poe, who was born in Boston in 1809. Organizers hope to unveil the statue, at the corner of Boylston and Charles streets, in May 2014. 2. Autism awareness: Mayor Thomas M. Menino today declared April 2 “Autism Awareness Day” in Boston and is encouraging building owners to light their buildings blue as part of a global initiative that kicks-off Autism Awareness Month and helps raise awareness about the disability. 3. Distracted driving: Fisher College is hosting a talk about distracted driving Wednesday at 12:30pm at Fisher College’s Alumni Hall, 116 Beacon St. The event is in …
Monday, April 1, 2013
And more to know today, April 1.
1. Park serve: Registration is now open for the Department of Conservation and Recreation's Park Serve Day, on April 20. Last year, the DCR hosted over 4,797 volunteers in 53 park sites across the commonwealth for Park Serve Day. Those volunteers planted 1,742 flowers, 187+ trees and 167 shrubs, and had collected more than over 19.5 tons of trash. To register, click here. 2. Scholarship deadline: Today is the deadline to apply for the Greater Boston Real Estate Board’s scholarship program. GBREB will award more than $100,000 in scholarships to about 60 students from 54 cities and towns including the North End. Scholarships will be based on financial need, academic achievement, leadership, extra-curricular involvement and written essays. …
Thursday, March 28, 2013
And more to know today, March 28.
1. Menino won't run: Mayor Thomas Menino, 70, will not seek a sixth term, according to the Boston Globe. Menino is expecte to make the announcement at a Faneuil Hall event this afternoon. 2. Good Friday: Boston Public Schools are closed Friday in observance of Good Friday. School will resume on Monday. Mark your calendars now for spring break, coming up on April 16-19. 3. Free art: Admission to the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston is free to all ages every Thursday from 5-9 p.m. 4. Cost of living: A recent survey says that it takes an income of about $70,000 a year for a family of four to live in Boston. What do you think of that number? Tell us in the comments section. 5. Weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a rainy …
