Join Davio’s Boston and senior winemaker Pat Henderson of Kenwood Vineyards for a 5 course dinner paired with wine!

KENWOOD WINE DINNER 

BENVENUTO
Lobster Gougere
Goat Cheese Puffs
2014 Kenwood Vineyards Chardonnay, Sonoma

ANTIPASTO
Crispy Soft Shell Crab, Charred Corn, Vidalia Onion, Avocado Relish
2013 Kenwood Vineyards Pinot Gris, Russian River Valley

FARINACEO
Spaghetti, Heirloom Tomatoes, Guanciale, Burrata Cheese
2014 Kenwood Vineyards Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

PIATTO DEL GIORNO
Prime Sirloin, Polenta Fries, Baby Carrots, Fava Beans, Cipollini  
2012 Kenwood Vineyards ‘Six Ridges’ Cabernet, Alexander Valley

DOLCE
Chocolate Torte, Amarena Cherry Ice Cream
Sandeman Founders Reserve Port

$95 PER PERSON, PLUS TAXES AND GRATUITIES.

Tickets much be purchased in advance. When purchasing tickets, 7% MA meals tax will be added to the ticket price. Gratuity to be paid on the evening of the event. All ticket sales are final.

This event will be a prime opportunity for attendees to experience decorative arts as well as fine arts. Two very important aspects to decorating a home are art and rugs. You will experience the decorative art of Stephanie Saunders and the fine art of Dover Rug. The history, inspiration, and correlation behind the two types of arts and those involved in making them.

This event will teach attendees a scope of matters. Those attending the event will learn the fine art of rug making and what goes in to it. For three generations, The Jafri family has been designing, weaving, and exporting fine, hand-knotted rugs and carpeting from Pakistan, India and Nepal to Western Europe, The United States and, to other parts of the world. At this event, the attendees will be able to have a look into this journey and learn how the rugs are made. The attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about Stephanie Saunders Art Gallery. Stephanie Saunders, who is the owner and artist of Stephanie Saunders Art Gallery and a graduate of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston will be displaying pieces of art and explaining to guests the inspiration behind her paintings and the process of her work. Both Dover Rug and Stephanie will also let the attendees know how to decorate their homes with art and how art and rugs are to match and compliment one another in the home.

Mardi Gras ~~~ Fat Tuesday ~~~ Carnivale

Whatever you call it, it translates to the same Fabulous and Mysterious last hurrah before Lent!!

It’s not just New Orleans and Rio that will have all of the fun this year…BYPA is hosting its own Boston Mardi Gras!! Complimentary Beads, Masks, appetizers, and renowned “King Cakes” will be waiting for you upon arrival.

The BYPA Mardi Gras Party will be hosted at LIR on Tuesday, February 28th from 6PM to 10PM (you can stay and play at Lir until 1AM!) Mardi Gras colors are Purple, Gold, and Green.

Tickets will be available until noon on February 28th for FREE as a Boston Calendar Subscriber, any remaining tickets will be sold for $20 cash until we are at capacity. Official members of BostonYPA who RSVP in advance will also attend for free.

What is included in your ticket:

A New Orleans style Mardi Gras party right here in Boston with other young professionals like yourself
Complimentary appetizers: New Orleans style food and traditional bar bites
Food specials so you can enjoy New Orleans style food like Shrimp Po’Boy Wrap and Big Cajun Hot Wings
Masks, and Beads for everyone! We will have more than enough supplies, but please feel welcome to bring your own.
A Professional Photographer, and photos uploaded to our Facebook page within 48 hours!
The much touted King cake … Who will be King or Queen of the Party?
There will be Mardi Gras drink (hurricanes) available and food specials prepared by LIR and available for purchase
Event is cash bar, please remember to tip your bartenders!
Stay, play and dance the night away at LIR til closing
What a night, maybe you’ll meet that mystery masked someone or earn some extra beads!

Dress Code: Mardi Gras Style is encouraged! Get in the spirit and come dressed to impress! Bonus if you dress in Mardi Gras colors!

King Cake Contest: There will be one King Cake for every 25 attendees, with one Mardi Gras “baby” in each King Cake. Those that find the babies will be entered into a King/Queen of Mardi Gras contest. The winner of the contest will be crowned King or Queen of Mardi Gras with a crown and tons of throwing beads and win a prize!

This event is 21+

Women’s Lunch Place Presents Grammy Award-Winner Lori McKenna to Benefit Women Experiencing Homelessness and Poverty

This concert benefitting the Women’s Lunch Place (67 Newbury Street) will be held in the Sanctuary inside the Church of the Covenant.

Lori McKenna is one of Nashville’s most in-demand country songwriters. Her songs have been cut by artists such as Alison Krauss, Reba, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and Keith Urban.  Like Hunter Hayes’ “I Want Crazy,” Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush,” “Your Side of the Bed” and “Sober”?  She’s the powerhouse behind those, as well.

Her credits landed her five Boston Music Awards, as well as featured performances at the Sundance Film Festival and the Newport Folk Festival. Along with her successes as a songwriter, McKenna released eight critically acclaimed studio albums. Her latest album, Numbered Doors was named by Rolling Stone as one of the 40 Best Country Albums of 2014.

About Women’s Lunch Place

Women’s Lunch Place cares for Boston’s most vulnerable women with dignity, fostering their resilience and empowering them to pursue their dreams. Last year, they prepared and served 85,575 meals to over 1,300 individual women.  Medical care is provided free by Healthcare Without Walls.  Advocates and support staff assist women in crisis, struggling with domestic violence, addiction, mental illness, or the stress of being homeless.  Women interested in pursuing employment, housing, and other opportunities use the resource center and library, which provides access to computers and phones, free Wi-Fi, the Internet, and office supplies. The Creative Expression Program offers classes in painting and drawing, photography, sewing and knitting, and writing. Additional classes are offered in yoga, meditation, and wellness to provide women the chance to heal and respite from the stressors of poverty and loneliness.

For more information about Women’s Lunch Place, please click here.

Terra Wine Dinner

Francesca Vajra is one of the owner-winemakers for G.D. Vajra in Barolo and will be joining us at Terra to host a very special wine dinner. Francesca’s depth of knowledge and charm will offer compelling insight into this small but renowned producer in Piemonte known for making both adventurous and traditional wines.

With a matured ripening comes an innate elegance and intensity. The soil breeds the wines to be rich and fragrant. The climate lends to smaller batches, where the quality is palpable. As exemplified at the winery: “We believe in beauty, craftsmanship, attention to detail and creativity with respect for tradition” — and it shows!

Together with G.D. Vajra Wines, guests will embark on an exploration of this beloved winery — from Barbera to Barolo and beyond — alongside a delicious authentic menu from our very own Chef Dan Bazzinotti.

This six-course dinner and evening of Piemontese celebration is $165 per person (inclusive of gratuity).

1st course 

Mosciame

House-Cured tuna, pea shoots, rhubarb mostarda

2nd course

Spigola Cruda

European sea bass, baby artichokes, Sorrento lemon, stinging nettle

3rd course

Salumi/Formaggi

Chefs selection of housemade salumi and hand picked cheeses from our Mongers

4th course

Agnolotti

Capon, brodo, charred ramp butter, Grana Padano

5th course

Agnello Ripieno

Roasted and stuffed lamb loin, black trumpet mushrooms, spring onion

6th course

Brown Sugar Cake with smoked pineapple

Wines for the evening will be as follows:

N.S. Della Neve Extra Brut Rose NV

Luigi Baudana, Langhe Bianco Dragon 2016

G.D. Vajra, ‘Kye’ Langhe Freisa 2013

Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2014

Barolo Ravera 2013

Moscato d’Asti 2016

Celebrating 35 Years of Women’s Lunch Place

The Spaghetti Dinner is Women’s Lunch Place’s annual fall fundraising event. This year will be a celebration of the 35th Anniversary of the shelter. We will honor Anne and David Bromer for their vision and support for the Creative Expressions Program providing guests with the opportunity to explore their talents and interests.

Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston provides a wonderful setting for this lively, family style dinner. Table hosts don chef’s jackets & hats and serve spaghetti, meatballs, and a variety of delicious toppings. An irresistible silent auction and raffle add to the evening’s entertainment. After the dinner program, a dessert reception and dancing is hosted by the WLP Young Professionals.

About Women’s Lunch Place

Women’s Lunch Place (WLP) opened its doors in November of 1982 to serve women a hot lunch in a safe welcoming place. We have grown from serving lunch three times a week into a vibrant and supportive day community that is open six days a week. We serve healthy breakfasts and lunches, and we also provide basic necessities and services that help restore dignity and hope.

Medical care is provided free by Healthcare Without Walls, and advocates and support staff assist women in crisis, struggling with domestic violence, addiction, mental illness, or the stress of being homeless.  Women interested in pursuing employment, housing, and other opportunities use our resource center and library, which provides access to computers and phones, free Wi-Fi, the Internet, and office supplies. The Creative Expression Program offers classes in painting and drawing, photography, sewing and knitting, and writing. Additional classes are offered in yoga, meditation, and wellness to provide women the chance to heal and respite from the stressors of poverty and loneliness.

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Join Bright Horizons Back Bay for a pizza dinner in the park!

Bright Horizons at Back Bay invites you and your family to join us at the Frieda Garcia Park for Pizza in the Park. Meet and socialize with other Back Bay families — and enjoy some sheet painting fun with your little ones!

Come see what Bright Horizons® at Back Bay has in store for your child this year!

Are you trying to find the perfect fit for your child’s early education? Attend Bright Horizons’ Curriculum Night to find out how Bright Horizons® works with each age group to build on individual strengths and talents.  Come see for yourself how small ideas turn into big projects at Bright Horizons®.

• Learn about World at Their Fingertips® and how it works with each age group to build on individual strengths and talents.
• Meet and talk with our engaging educators and see just how passionate they are about teaching.
• Explore activities your children will get to participate in on-site.
• See our emergent curriculum and how it uses your child’s own interests to inspire learning.
• Childcare and dinner will be provided!