Calendar

Feb
22
Thu
Chief Chat with David Leonard, President of the Boston Public Library
Feb 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

SPARK Boston’s Chief Chats, which bring together city officials and young adult residents in dialogue about improving our city, comes to Newsfeed Café!

Chief Chat at the Boston Public Library

 

In the past several years, the Boston Public Library has transformed into a 21st-century institution providing dynamic library experiences to the residents of Boston and beyond. In this panel discussion, David Leonard, President of the Boston Public Library, will be discussing the role of a public library in 2018, how the Boston Public Library keeps up to date with technological advancements and the diverse needs of the communities it serves, and how young people get involved with their local library branch. Laura Koenig, Children’s Services Team Leader at the Central Library, and Angela Veizaga, Systemwide Youth Programs Librarian, join David Leonard on the panel.

For more information and to register for this event, please click here.

Mar
8
Thu
Beers & Bites: Castle Island Brewing Co.
Mar 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Try the Best New Brewery in Massachusetts at March’s Beers & Bites

Castle Island Brewing Co. is all about consistency in quality and accessibility, as evidenced by their being named Best New Brewery in Massachusetts for 2017 by Rate Beer. In this tasting, you’ll hear the story of why and how Castle Island’s founder and president Adam Romanow was able to open and operate a successful brewery in the quickly expanding craft beer market of New England. He’ll also delve into how he was inspired to build their brand through a five-year journey that brought the brewery to where they are today. This will be a look behind the beer with fantastic food to match, one you certainly won’t want to miss!

Beers & Bites

Your ticket includes a flight of Castle Island beer with delectable bar bites specially created and matched to the beer by our chef.

Come at 6:00pm to find a seat and mingle. Guided tasting starts at 6:30pm.

For more information, please click here.

May
23
Wed
Rooftop Pop-Up Lounge at Taj Boston
May 23 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Sip Cocktails, Sample Small Bites, and Savor Boston’s Most Dramatic Rooftop View

Taj Boston

Join us for the official opening of The Taj Boston Rooftop. Toast to spring and the first of our seasonal pop-ups with a variety of cocktails featuring Monkey 47 Gin.

Featured Drinks:

Monkey Tonic – Monkey 47, Elderflower Tonic, Grapefruit Twist

Lillet Rosé Spritzer

Throw the Tea into the Sea – Natural Hibiscus Tea, Lemon, Absolut

For more information, please click here.

Aug
15
Wed
Mad Hatter Rooftop Tipsy Tea Party
Aug 15 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Don’t be late for a very important date at the Taj Boston Hotel!

 

Taj Boston Tipsy Tea Party Boston Back Bay

Take a trip down the rabbit hole for a Tipsy Tea on the Rooftop, which will be transformed into a whimsical wonderland overlooking the dramatic views of Back Bay.

Enjoy finger sandwiches, hors d’oeuvres, scones and of course, sweets while sipping tea cocktails crafted by a tea sommelier from Jenwey Tea and made with Ketel One Botanicals.

The extraordinary affair is made complete with live music provided by Classical Oasis.

Creative attire encouraged.

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Guests must be 21 or older.

What does the ticket price include?
Tickets are inclusive of tax and gratuity, and include all food and beverage for the evening and live entertainment.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Valet parking fee – $30
Self parking is available at the Boston Common Garage on Charles St.
Public Transportation – Green Line Arlington Street Station

What’s the refund policy?
24 hours required

Jan
27
Sun
Rialto Pop Up Dinner at Porto
Jan 27 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Rialto Pop Up Dinner at Porto @ Porto

By very popular demand, Porto has released a SECOND seating for Rialto’s Pop Up Dinner

Please join Porto Boston for a second seating on Sunday evening January 27th for a Rialto Pop Up Dinner prepared by Chef Jody Adams. Enjoy light bites and cocktails from 6-7pm, followed by a reminiscent 5 course dinner of Rialto inspired favorites paired with our selection of Italian Wines. Tickets are limited and are required to attend this event!

MENU
Find the planned dinner menu below (subject to slight change)

01. Grilled Oysters
Andouille sausage, garlic toast

02. Lobster Cavatelli
red and green tomato sauce, saffron, hot lobster oil

03. Slow Roasted Duck
balsamic vinegar, braised escarole, green olives, rosemary

04. Grilled Beef Rib-Eye
roasted garlic potatoes, arugula, endive, truffles

05. Hot chocolate Crema
coffee-hazelnut ice cream, blood orange

** Please note, unfortuntely, they are not able to accomodate substitutions for this event.

Mar
28
Thu
Ivan Ramen Pop-Up at UNI Boston
Mar 28 @ 5:30 pm

Cult favorite Ivan Ramen is making a return to UNI Boston for one night only.

Ivan Orkin, owner of the famed NYC hot spot Ivan Ramen, is returning to UNI Boston for the third time for a one-night-only.  Orkin will present some of Ivan Ramen’s specialties like pickled daikon XO, Tokyo shio ramen, and spicy lamb dan dan noodles — UNI’s à la carte menu offering sushi, sashimi, and street food also will be available.

Reservations are available here.

Apr
27
Sat
Bow Market on the Precinct Patio
Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Somerville’s popular Bow Market comes to Precinct’s patio for one day only!

Precinct Kitchen + Bar invites you to join them on their patio for a one-day Bow Market pop-up.  Vendors include:

  • Adelante, custom shoes, handmade by craftsman in Guatemala
  • Blue Bandana Relics, a curated collection of vintage Americana and quality American brands.
  • Buenas, all sorts of South American goodness you can eat on the spot or take home to use in your own recipes. Think: take-n-bake empanadas, pastry dough to make your own empanadas (and other stuff), and sauces you can use for everything from roasting chicken and salmon, to topping oysters.
  • In Season Food Shop, made-to-order meals and drinks, local food products, and a curated selection of grocery essentials
  • Maca, chic and cheeky, regular and character macarons that range in flavors from vanilla to blueberry basil cheesecake.
  • Peston, unique accessories, fleeky home goods and apparel.
  • Happy Cactus, succulents, cacti, air plants, exotic plants, ethically sourced butterflies, crystals, gems, fossils and pretty much anything extraordinary Mother Nature creates.
  • Additionally, guests will also enjoy soaps and creams from the Sentas Family Farm and much, more!

Precinct  will be serving their regular breakfast, brunch and lunch menus all day long, so reserve your table and head over!

Sep
19
Thu
Battle of the Breweries at the Lenox Hotel
Sep 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The second annual Back Bay Battle of the Breweries returns with all of your favorite local craft brewers in one spot!

Enjoy samples from over 20 New England Breweries and then place your vote for your favorite!

The winning brewery gets a Tap Takeover in City Table, City Bar and Solas!

Ticket price includes unlimited beer samples, customized tasting glass, hors d’oeuvres created by Chef Sean MacAlpine, live music with Jason Silverman of Hot Mess and a night full of good eats, brews and fun!

Be sure to get your tickets early – the last Back Bay Battle of the Breweries sold out quickly!

PARTICIPATING BREWERIES:

Night Shift Brewing – Everett, MA

Idle Hands – Malden, MA

Lord Hobo – Woburn, MA

Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers – Framingham, MA

Cambridge Brewing Company – Cambridge, MA

Devil’s Purse Brewing – South Dennis, MA

Widowmaker Brewing – Braintree, MA

Westfield River Brewing Company – Southwick, MA

Bantam Cider – Somerville, MA

Bent Water – Lynn, MA

Aeronaut Brewing Company – Somerville, MA

Turtle Swamp – Jamaica Plain/Roslindale, MA

Naked Ox – Dorchester, MA

Small Change Brewing Company – Somerville, MA

Notch Brewing – Salem, MA

Definitive Brewing – Portland, ME

Great North Aleworks – Manchester, NH

Athletic Brewing Company – Stratford, CT

Castle Island Beer – Norwood, MA

Citizen Cider – Burlington, VT

Cisco Brewers – Nantucket, MA

Winter Hill Brewing – Somerville, MA

*All attendees must be 21+ with a valid ID. Nobody will be allowed into the event who is under 21 or who doesn’t have a valid ID.

For more information, check out the Lenox’s BLOG!

Jan
25
Sat
2020 Rialto Pop Up Dinner at Porto
Jan 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

By very popular demand: the 2020 Rialto Pop-Up Dinner by Chef Jody Adams at Porto Boston!

Please join Porto Boston on Saturday evening January 25, 2020 for a Rialto Pop Up Dinner prepared by Chef Jody Adams and the Porto culinary team. Enjoy light bites and cocktails from 6-7pm, followed by a reminiscent 5 course dinner of Rialto inspired favorites paired with our selection of Italian Wines. Tickets are limited and are required to attend this event!

Questions? Please contact Elissa@Porto-Boston.com.

MENU

Find our planned dinner menu below (subject to slight change) :

01. Grilled Oysters
Andouille sausage, garlic toast

02. Lobster Cavatelli
red and green tomato sauce, saffron, hot lobster oil

03. Slow Roasted Duck
balsamic vinegar, braised escarole, green olives, rosemary

04. Grilled Beef Rib-Eye
roasted garlic potatoes, arugula, endive, truffles

05. Hot chocolate Crema
coffee-hazelnut ice cream, blood orange

** Please note, unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate substitutions for this event. 

To learn more about Porto, please click here.

 

Mar
5
Thu
Wedding Marketplace Event at The Lenox Hotel
Mar 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

But first, Champagne!

Join The Lenox for your first step to planning your dream wedding at the Lenox Hotel with some of their favorite local vendors! The Lenox is opening their doors to future Newlyweds and their friends and family to experience their beautiful Dome Room and visit with their favorite wedding vendors all while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres and adult beverages!

Couples will have the opportunity to chat with the Lenox Hotel’s wedding experts in a relaxed setting. Mingle with the industry’s top wedding photographers, bakers, florist, DJ, rental company and so many more!! Wedding planning can be stressful, but at their Wedding Marketplace, it doesn’t have to be! Bring your partner, friends and family members and come enjoy a fun night out all while checking off your Wedding To-Do list!

This Wedding Marketplace Event is FREE with your RSVP!

Be sure to check out all of WEDDING MARKETPLACE VENDORS:

For more about this event, please click here.


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