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Oct
30
Sun
Pru Boo!
Oct 30 @ 11:00 am
Pru Boo! @ Prudential Center | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

Join the Prudential Center for a spooktacular day of fun the Sunday before Halloween! Parents, bring your children to trick-or-treat at over 50 participating stores and restaurants. Other activities include face painting, magic shows, and activities by New England Aquarium, JFK Library and Museum, The Freedom Trail Foundation, and much more.

Their nonprofit partner this year is Horizons for Homeless Children, whose mission is to help alleviate the trauma and stress of homelessness on both children and their families by providing world-class early education, vital opportunities for play, support for parents, and crucial advocacy on behalf of some of our most marginalized citizens.

PRU BOO is sponsored by Star Market.

This year, the Prudential Center is proud to support Teal Pumpkin Project by providing non-food items at many of their stores for trick-or-treating. Check the map day-of for a list of stores handing out these goodies!

WHERE IS IT?
Prudential Center, Center-wide! Activities will take place throughout the Center on the day of the event, so wear your walking shoes and wander around to experience all the spooky fun!

WHEN IS IT?
Sunday, October 30
11:00 AM-1:00 PM: Trick-or-Treating
1:30 PM: Kids Concert with Stacey Peasley(South Garden, weather permitting. Rain location: Belvidere Pavilion)

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE?
For a $4 donation to nonprofit partner, Horizons for Homeless Children, your child gets a trick-or-treat bag to use for collecting candy at participating stores. You can purchase a bag starting October 1st at the Customer Service Desk and beat the crowd, or come early on the day of the event as bag sales start at 9:00 AM. Visit the check-in area in Center Court to make your donation, get a trick-or-treat bag and pick up a map of activities.

Activities include:
-Trick-or-Treat (11:00 AM-1:00 PM)
-Face Painting
-Magic Shows
-Kids Concert with Stacey Peasley
-Children’s activities, details to come!

PARKING?
Parking for the day will be $16. Pick up a discounted parking pass on the day of the event at one of the check-in stations.

For more information, please click here.

Jan
26
Thu
Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port 2017 Kick Off Party!
Jan 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port 2017 Kick Off Party! @ Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

Come meet members of the Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port community, register for the Challenge (if you haven’t already), and celebrate their mission and the start of the 2017 season!

Join Davio’s at their 2016 Employer of the Year, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, for a night of free appetizers and drinks, giveaways and more, all while celebrating the end of Alumni Month!

Space is limited, so RSVP today!

Feb
12
Sun
Winter Walk Boston
Feb 12 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am
Winter Walk Boston @ Copley Square | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

The Winter Walk is a new initiative raising funds and awareness to help end homelessness in Boston. Participants will gather in Copley Square and walk 2 miles together and then gather outside for a community breakfast and presentation from partner organizations and our homeless community. Participants will receive a Winter Walk knit hat at registration and a community breakfast at the conclusion of the event.

A portion of your registration fee is tax deductible. Although it is not a requirement for participation, organizers encourage each participant to raise additional funds for their partner organizations. Every contribution counts and makes an impact.

You can sign up for individual registration or start a team (you can start the team now and invite more people to join later!). You can also find answers to many questions on the FAQ page here.

Can’t walk with us on February 12th? Please consider signing-up to volunteer or donate.

If you want to walk but are not able to provide the registration fee, please email abarbanell@bhchp.org to discuss options.

Apr
14
Fri
Eat & Run: A Tasting + Book Signing with Kathrine Switzer
Apr 14 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Eat & Run: A Tasting + Book Signing with Kathrine Switzer @ AT&T | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

Boston foodies, runners, residents and visitors are invited to AT&T Boylston Street Friday, April 14 for a special event combining food and fitness.

Meet iconic marathon trailblazer, Kathrine Switzer, pose for a photo and purchase an autographed copy of her book, Marathon Woman, celebrating it’s 50th anniversary this year!

Plus, enjoy delicious and healthy dishes from local Chefs Carl Dooley of The Table at Season To Taste, Josh Lewin of Juliet, and Brendan Pelley of Doretta Taverna & Raw Bar!

Apr
5
Thu
Terra Wine Dinner Series: From Barbera to Barolo! Dinner with Francesca Vajra of G.D. Vajra
Apr 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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.

Terra Wine Dinner

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

Apr
13
Fri
Eat & Run
Apr 13 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Join Boston magazine and AT&T for their second annual Eat & Run

Featuring Kathrine Switzer

Eat & Run

Meet Kathrine Switzer, the iconic marathon trailblazer. Pose for a picture, get her autograph, and purchase the 50th anniversary copy of her book, Marathon Woman. Attendees will also be among the first to access AT&T’s official Boston Marathon phone case.

Taste delicious healthy dishes from:

Chef Carl Dooley ~~ The Table

Chef Meghann Ward ~~ Tapestry

Chef Dolly Bourommavong ~~ Metropolis Cafe

And more!

Apr
14
Sat
Milk and Bookies with Rescue & Carly at the Fairmont Copley Plaza
Apr 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Rescue & Jessica: A Life Changing Friendship 

Join us on Saturday, April 14, from 2–3:30 p.m., during marathon weekend for an inspiring afternoon story time and book signing event from the authors of Rescue and Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship. Based on a real-life partnership, this new children’s picture book is a heartening story of the love and teamwork between a girl and her Service Dog, and will be released in April just ahead of the fifth anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing.

Rescue & Carly

Co-authors Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes, survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing who both lost legs as result, along with Jessica’s Service Dog, Rescue, will read Rescue and Jessica to guests and sign purchased copies of the book*. NEADS, the organization that trained Rescue as a Service Dog and placed him with Jessica, will be in attendance to further educate about its work and the importance of service dogs. Carly Copley, Fairmont Copley Plaza’s beloved canine ambassador and fellow black lab, will also be present to meet the crowd. A selection of sweet treats (cookies, of course!) and beverages (milk, coffee, tea, lemonade) will be served.

To reserve a ticket to the event, we ask for a $10 donation per adult and $5 donation per child. 100 percent of these proceeds will be donated to NEADS to support its remarkable mission and services.

*Copies of Rescue and Jessica will be available to purchase at the event thanks to Belmont Books, a Belmont-based bookstore, for $16.99 each.

Rescue & Carly

About Rescue and Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship
Rescue thought he’d grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog — it’s the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he’s better suited to being a Service Dog, he’s worried that he’s not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than she’d imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time.

About NEADS
Rescue is a Service Dog who was trained by NEADS. NEADS World Class Service Dogs is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Princeton, Massachusetts. Established in 1976, NEADS is accredited by Assistance Dogs International, the governing body that establishes industry standards and practices. NEADS offers a wide spectrum of assistance dog services, including Service Dogs for adults and children with a physical disability, Service Dogs for veterans, Hearing Dogs, and Social Dogs for children on with autism or other developmental disabilities. NEADS dogs are also partnered with professionals in classroom, hospital, ministry, and courthouse settings.

 

*** For more information, please click here.

Apr
16
Mon
Marathon Monday Finish Line Party at the Back Bay Social Club
Apr 16 @ 8:00 am – Apr 17 @ 11:00 am

26.2 looks good on you – join us STEPS from the the finish line for a #MarathonMonday Finish Line Party!

 

Back Bay Social Club

 

Join the Back Bay Social Club for a special Marathon Monday celebration. Doors open at 8am with a special Marathon Monday brunch menu. Back Bay Social Club will be serving specialty cocktails as well as Samuel Adams 26.2 on draft. There will also be giveaways throughout the day.

To read further, please click here.

 

 

 

 

Marathon Monday Party at Porto Boston
Apr 16 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Join Porto Boston all weekend long to gear up for the Marathon, and end on a high note with their 2nd Annual Marathon Monday Party!

Porto

April 13-15 (Friday through Sunday Night)
Stop by Porto for pre-run carbo loading! Porto will be serving a Jody’s Lasagna special, which is vegetarian-friendly. Porto will also be offering $1 oysters all weekend long!

April 16 (Marathon Monday)
With Porto being just steps away from the finish line, what better place is there to cheer on the runners? Porto will be open from 11am-6pm on Marathon Monday with a patio lounge and an outdoor bar! There will also be a $1 Oyster Shucking Boat from Island Creek Oysters, cocktail specials, boozy sno-cones, a rose bar, and more!

 

Great company and great vibes just steps away from the finish line! No cover charge, just come on in to celebrate Marathon Weekend at Porto!

To read further, please click here.

 

Aug
27
Tue
Public Meeting Notice: Clarendon Street I-90WB On-Ramp Permanent Closure
Aug 27 @ 6:00 pm
Public Meeting Notice: Clarendon Street I-90WB On-Ramp Permanent Closure @ Boston Public Library | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

BOSTON – CLARENDON STREET
I-90 WB ON-RAMP PERMANENT CLOSURE

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Who:  Massachusetts Department of Transportation

When:  Tuesday, August 27th at 6:00 PM

Where:  Boston Public Library in Copley Square
Commonwealth Salon — Please use the 700 Boylston Street entrance of the Library
700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116

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On Tuesday, August 27th at 6:00 PM, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will join area officials for a public information meeting regarding the permanent closure of the I-90 Westbound Clarendon Street on-ramp which will take place on September 3, 2019.

This closure is being implemented following approval from the Federal Highway Administration and due to concerns over safety and effective travel at this location. The on-ramp has limited sight distance for drivers, meaning they have little visibility of other vehicles when they are merging onto the highway, and it is too short for vehicles to accelerate to the appropriate speed at the access point. The crash rate at this on-ramp is also higher than the rates at other on-ramps in the local area.

This meeting location is accessible to people with disabilities. MassDOT provides reasonable accommodations and/or language assistance free of charge upon request (including but not limited to interpreters in American Sign Language and languages other than English, open or closed captioning for videos, assistive listening devices and alternate material formats, such as audio tapes, Braille and large print), as available. For accommodation or language assistance, please contact MassDOT’s Chief Diversity and Civil Rights Officer by phone (857-368-8580), fax (857-368-0602), TTD/TTY (857-368-0603) or by email (MassDOT.CivilRights@dot.state.ma.us). Requests should be made as soon as possible prior to the meeting, and for more difficult to arrange services including sign-language, CART or language translation or interpretation, requests should be made at least ten (10) business days before the meeting.

For transportation news and updates visit MassDOT at their websiteblog, or follow MassDOT on Twitter at and Facebook.


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