Fall Family Art Tour Coming Oct. 9 to the Nichols House Museum The Nichols House Museum presents “Pumpkins & Paintings: A Fall Family Art Tour” on Sunday, Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m. at 55 Mt. Vernon St. Explore…
Month: September 2022
Hurricane Fiona Was A Warning
We’re all aware by now that climate change is dramatically impacting our weather, particularly by increasing the intensity of major weather events such as hurricanes. In our little corner of the world, significant weather events have been few and far…
Alcohol Ignition Interlocks Would Be a Good Idea
The National Highway Transportation Board (NTSB) recently made the recommendation that automobile manufacturers should be required to install ignition interlock devices (IID) into all new motor vehicles to prevent those who drink alcohol from operating a motor vehicle. According to…
Letters to the Editor
Misunderstanding Homelessness To the Editor, I was unpleasantly surprised by the choice to publish the “Homeless Problem” letter in the Sept. 15 edition — especially as it was printed right next to an editorial rightly acknowledging that the War On…
A New Bookstore and Café Is Coming to Beacon Hill
Blackstones To Celebrate 40 Years in Business on Charles Street This Saturday, Sept. 24
One of the most beloved and longest-running shops on Charles Street, Blackstones will celebrate 40 years in business this Saturday, Sept. 24. “There are some stores that survive 40 years, but not many,” said Jennifer Hill, who together, with her…
Le Svelte Spa Opens on Charles Street
City Announces Imminent Changes to Cambridge Street
Through its Connect Downtown program, which aims to improve accessibility for both pedestrians and bicyclists in the downtown neighborhoods, the city is planning to make several changes to Cambridge Street this fall, which include plans for a new separated bike…
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
Thank You to All Who Supported the BHCA Centennial Weekend! A wonderful time was had by all this past weekend as the BHCA celebrated its Centennial. On Saturday, over 260 people enjoyed dinner under the stars at one long table…
BHAC Hears Applications for New Coffee Shop Proposed for Charles Street
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission reviewed a pair of applications for a new Charles Street location of a Brooklyn-based chain of coffee shops during its monthly public hearing, which took place virtually on Thursday, Sept. 15. Blank Street Coffee, which…