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Jun
6
Thu
Hot Air Balloons and the Sonic Boom at the French Cultural Center
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Learn about France’s contributions to aerospace.

It has been 50 years since the supersonic Concorde took flight, and France’s significance in the aerospace industry continues today. In fact, last year the French aerospace industry was ranked second in the world.

For the culmination of our French Innovation series, we invite you to learn more about this top-ranking industry. Specifically, we will focus on French on aeronautic advancements, from hot air balloons and a plane shaped like a bat to current efforts to reduce aircraft emissions.

Aaron Lewis of Ariane­space, the world’s leading commercial satellite launch provider, will tell us what it takes to reach for the stars. Vik Kachoria of Spike Aerospace will uncover the secrets of the next generation of supersonic commercial jets.

Event in English. A reception with refreshments will follow the discussion.

Guests are welcome to explore our eye-opening French Innovation exhibition in our gallery, featuring sketches, models, and more related to this series’ programs.

About the Panelists
Aaron Lewis


Aaron Lewis
 is Vice President Corporate Communications & Government Relations at Arianespace, a leading satellite launch company. Aaron is also Associate Director of Future Space Leaders, a foundation aiming to advance learning and professional enrichment of young space professionals and future leaders pursuing careers in the fields of space and satellites.

Prior to joining Arianespace, Inc., Aaron was a press secretary and legislative assistant for U.S. Representative Dana Rohrabacher – who is Chairman of the Space and Aeronautics subcommittee. Aaron graduated from St. John’s College Annapolis, Maryland where he studied the History of Math and Science, and Philosophy.


vik


Vik Kachoria
, CEO of Spike Aerospace, Inc., is a seasoned aerospace executive with 30 years of industry experience. Vik’s career has included management of, and consulting for, high-growth ventures including supersonic jets, VLJs, air taxis, charter flights, sub-orbital rockets, and solar-powered satellites.

Terra Grill Takeover Party at Eataly Boston
Jun 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

An Italian Summer Night with Boston’s Best Chefs

On June 6, Terra’s Executive Chef Dan Bazzinotti invites some of Boston’s best chefs to take over the restaurant’s roaring wood-fired grill as they bring their talents to Eataly’s beloved urban oasis.

Join Chef-Partner Tony Messina of Uni, Chef-Owner Cassie Piuma of Sarma, Executive Chef Sam De Los Santos of Eataly Boston, Chef-Owner David Punch of Sycamore, Boston Magazine Food Editor Scott Kearnan (the MC for the evening), and Media Sponsor Boston magazine for a perfect night of good food, seasonal drinks, and lively music.

During this summer cocktail party, guests will stroll through their Italian greenhouse and indulge in passed signature Terra bites by Chef Bazzinotti along with a spread of featured cicchetti created by their talented guest chefs—all prepared on the famous wood-fired grill! With the presentation of every dish, each chef will explain the concept behind what they prepared and then mingle with party-goers. Throughout the evening, a live DJ will spin upbeat tunes before the dance floor opens up and adds the final touch to a lively night!

Don’t miss their grand summer party celebrating some of Boston’s finest culinary masterminds! Eataly is proud to partner with No Kid Hungry, an organization working to end child hunger in America, during this exciting evening. Their cash bar will feature a special No Kid Hungry-dedicated drink, and $1 from each one sold along with $1 from every ticket sale will go to the non-profit.

Your ticket will include:

    • All-access to an array of passed bites created by Chef Bazzinotti, Chef Messina, Chef Piuma, Chef De Los Santos, and Chef Punch
    • The chance to meet and mingle with some of Boston’s top chefs and Boston Magazine Food Editor Scott Kearnan
    • Welcome wine
    • Access to a cash bar with Terra’s signature cocktails and extensive wine & draft beer list
    • Entertainment by our live DJ
Jun
19
Wed
Startup Tour Worldwide at French Cultural Center
Jun 19 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

The French Cultural Center is proud to host the Boston regional competition of the French Founders Worldwide Startup Tour.

The French Founders Worldwide Startup Tour, a global competition for entrepreneurs wanting to expand globally. Join the French Cultural Center to hear pitches from five local startups looking to advance to the final competition in New York.

Selected Boston startups will pitch to a jury comprised of Consul General, Arnaud Mentré; Laurent Audoly, President & Founding CEO of Kymera Therapeutics; Yannick Ouvrard, Chief Financial Officer at Keolis Commuter Services; and Damien Balsan, General Partner at Conexo Ventures.

Event in English, followed by a cocktail reception with complimentary refreshments.

About The Startup Tour
startup tour

The Startup Tour is a unique opportunity for startups to connect and pitch in 12 cities in front of a powerful audience of business leaders based in Europe, the Americas, and APAC. The three regional competitions are supported by the strong network of the French Founders community with its 3500+ members and leaders.

In the Americas, a French Prize will be awarded to a Francophone entrepreneur willing to expand in the Americas and an Americas Prize is awarded to an Anglophone entrepreneur willing to expand in France.

About French Founders
french founders

Founded in 2014, French Founders is a next generation business club that connects global Francophone leaders with one another through a digital platform enhanced by a team of more than 20 relationship managers. Their mission is to facilitate business exchanges within their exceptional community of CEOs, top executives, and entrepreneurs. French Founders is headquartered in New York, New York but exists in San Francisco, London, Paris, Shanghai, Montréal, and São Paulo.

Jul
18
Thu
Block Party at Eataly Boston
Jul 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Piazza all’Aperto is back at Eataly Boston for four dates this summer.

Summer is too short to stay inside, so revel in the peak of the season at Piazza all’Aperto, Eataly’s block party series! From smoking grills to clinking glasses, these free evenings have all the ingredients to relax and enjoy summer – the same way an Italian would.

Now, you can experience the magic of an Italian sagra, the bustling food festivals held in the piazza of nearly every town, with endless food, drinks, and free live music in our own Piazza all’Aperto (“open piazza”) just outside our doors! Plus, stay tuned to learn about the New England producers and institutions who will be joining us and sharing their quality products and food with lively demonstrations and activities.

Find this event on the patio at 800 Boylston Street every month all summer long. Entry is free; food and drink tickets are available in advance or at the door.

Click here for more.

Aug
15
Thu
Block Party at Eataly Boston
Aug 15 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Piazza all’Aperto is back at Eataly Boston for four dates this summer.

Summer is too short to stay inside, so revel in the peak of the season at Piazza all’Aperto, Eataly’s block party series! From smoking grills to clinking glasses, these free evenings have all the ingredients to relax and enjoy summer – the same way an Italian would.

Now, you can experience the magic of an Italian sagra, the bustling food festivals held in the piazza of nearly every town, with endless food, drinks, and free live music in our own Piazza all’Aperto (“open piazza”) just outside our doors! Plus, stay tuned to learn about the New England producers and institutions who will be joining us and sharing their quality products and food with lively demonstrations and activities.

Find this event on the patio at 800 Boylston Street every month all summer long. Entry is free; food and drink tickets are available in advance or at the door.

Click here for more.

Sep
12
Thu
Block Party at Eataly Boston
Sep 12 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Piazza all’Aperto is back at Eataly Boston for four dates this summer.

Summer is too short to stay inside, so revel in the peak of the season at Piazza all’Aperto, Eataly’s block party series! From smoking grills to clinking glasses, these free evenings have all the ingredients to relax and enjoy summer – the same way an Italian would.

Now, you can experience the magic of an Italian sagra, the bustling food festivals held in the piazza of nearly every town, with endless food, drinks, and free live music in our own Piazza all’Aperto (“open piazza”) just outside our doors! Plus, stay tuned to learn about the New England producers and institutions who will be joining us and sharing their quality products and food with lively demonstrations and activities.

Find this event on the patio at 800 Boylston Street every month all summer long. Entry is free; food and drink tickets are available in advance or at the door.

Click here for more.

Oct
3
Thu
Boss Lady: Influence, Innovate, and Inspire….Fearlessly
Oct 3 @ 8:45 am – 11:00 am

Join SERV Boston for their next quarterly educational seminar, in a series of speaker and networking events for private event managers.

This event will begin with breakfast followed by a panel discussion focusing on the topic Boss Lady: Influence, Innovate, and Inspire…Fearlessly. Then our panelists will share their experiences on “how they got here,” through their hardships, determination, leadership, and passion.

The venue and breakfast are graciously being donated by Mistral.

PANEL SPEAKERS:

Tzurit Or, Founder, Tatte Bakery & Café
Chef Lydia Shire, Chef & Co-Owner, Scampo
Marlo Fogelman, Principal, Marlo Marketing

MODERATOR:

Leigh Harrington, Managing Editor, Exhale Lifestyle

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking
9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion
10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A


SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is an organization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues. Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Lisa Flores, Founder & President
Kelly Fay, Vice President of Programs
Maura Lacy, Vice President of Communications
Kerry Lynch, Vice President of Membership
Courtney McCabe, Treasurer
Nicole Lazcano, Vice President of Sponsorship

#SERVboston

www.servsociety.com

Jan
30
Thu
Terra Wine Dinner: Trip to Toscana with Guest Chef Cesare Casella
Jan 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This winter, escape Boston’s frigid temperatures for a lively evening by Terra’s warm wood-fired grill.

This winter, escape Boston’s frigid temperatures for a lively evening by Terra’s warm wood-fired grill as you indulge in rustic food and Tuscan wine pairings! On January 30, award-winning Chef Dan Bazzinotti invites restaurateur and salumi producer Chef Cesare Casella to take over the Terra grill.

The five-course menu will revolve around seasonal ingredients and pork used from a whole pig raised at Chickering Farm – a demonstration of the versatility of this rich meat and the beauty of utilizing an entire animal. Guests will enjoy smoke-kissed plates (like house-made sausage and tableside prosciutti carvings by both chefs to start the meal) designed by Chef Bazzinotti and Chef Casella – a partnership made all the more special due to the duo’s personal connection and love for salumi.

Stay tuned for the full menu!

At this dinner, you will:

  • Indulge in five courses of Tuscan-inspired, pork-centric dishes brought to you by award-winning chefs
  • Learn about the importance of using whole parts of food
  • Enjoy Tuscan wine paring with each course
  • Experience the magical ambiance of our rooftop restaurant, Terra

To learn more about Terra, please click here.

Mar
18
Wed
Co|So Workshop: Create Eye Catching Acrylics with Chris Firger
Mar 18 @ 9:30 am – Mar 20 @ 4:30 pm

During this 3-day studio workshop Chris Firger will share a variety of the techniques he uses to create bold, dynamic, and eye-catching work.

During this 3-day studio workshop Chris Firger will share a variety of the techniques he uses to create bold, dynamic, and eye-catching works with acrylic paint. For experienced painters and beginners alike, this class will explore subjects such as composition, brushwork, layering, even varnishing, all with the goal of bringing more life to each painting you work on. Each day students can expect a lesson and demonstration from the artist in the morning, followed by painting and one on one instruction in the afternoon. Students will be responsible for bringing their own painting supplies (*see below), lunch, and reference photos. To purchase tickets click here.

The program will run Wednesday March 18 – Friday March 20, 2020. 9:30 – 4:30 with a one hour lunch break each day.

Tuition is $300 ($250 for Artist Members of the Copley Society of Art and $275 for Patrons and Young Collectors. Please call the gallery to apply your discount to the workshop tuition fee)

Enrollment: Registration is open from December 15 to March 10. Workshop is limited to 14 students.

*A full supply list and syllabus will be provided upon registration. If you would like more details or if you have additional questions please contact either Chris Firger at christopher.firger@gmail.com or the gallery at info@copleysociety.org

Mar
19
Thu
Vrai ou faux? How to Identify Fake News with the French Cultural Center
Mar 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Vrai ou faux? How to Identify Fake News with the French Cultural Center @ French Cultural Center | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

Join the French Cultural Center for an informative evening around a burning topic: Fake News.

Patrick White will give a short history of fake news. He will compare the Fake News situation in the US and in Quebec, tell us how to find reliable sources, and give us tips on how to think critically about statistics and events being presented in the news.

Joignez-vous à nous pour une soirée instructive autour d’un sujet brûlant : Les Fake News. Patrick White dans un premier temps, va présenter un bref historique des fake news. Puis il va comparer la différence entre les Fake News aux Etats-Unis et au Québec, nous indiquer comment trouver des sources fiables et nous donner des astuces sur comment réfléchir de façon critiques aux statistiques et événements présentés dans les nouvelles.

Presentation in English, Q&A in English and en français / Présentation en anglais, questions/réponses en anglais et en français.

La présence de Patrick White aux États-Unis est rendue possible grâce au programme Mobilité dans les Amériques du Centre de la Francophonie des Amériques, ainsi que grâce à l’aide de la Délégation du Québec en Nouvelle-Angleterre


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