There are lots of surprises in store for our Gala attendees. Come join in the fun with friends and neighbors as we Celebrate Community! All proceeds from the event will support the BHCA’s ongoing efforts in community building, civic engagement…
Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
Historic New England Hosts ‘My Favorite Things’ Benefit Dinner
On Jan. 11, 2020, Historic New England hosted My Favorite Things, a benefit dinner in honor of Ron Bourgeault and his lifetime of contributions to the world of American decorative arts. My Favorite Things raised more than $340,000 that will…
Free Family Fun at Boston Common Children’s Winter Festival on Feb. 20
Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Children’s Winter Festival on Boston Common in partnership with the Highland Street Foundation during school vacation week on Thursday, February 20, from 11 a.m. to…
Winter Members Show to Open at Copley Society of Art, Feb. 20
The Copley Society of Art is proud to present the annual juried Winter Members Show, an exquisite showcase of unique works by artist members in a variety of mediums and styles. This exhibition opens with a reception on Thursday, February…
Neighborhood Roundup
King’s Chapel’s Tuesday Recitals King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., presents its Tuesday Recitals. Admission is by suggested donation of $5 per person; the donations are given to the performing musicians. Programs begin at 12:15 p.m. and last approximately 35 minutes; for…
Briefs
Local Students Named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University Local students were named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University for the fall 2019 semester. They are: Edward Douglas Huzar of Beacon Hill, whose major is Financial Management Elle…
Gov. Charlie Baker And the Great State Of Our State
From the moment that Gov. Charlie Baker strode into the House Chamber last Tuesday to deliver his State of the Commonwealth address, it was evident why Gov. Baker, despite being a Republican in a heavily-Democratic state, has rated as the…
Guest Op-Ed: Considering the Future of the Hynes
By Kenzie Bok On Sept. 16, 2019, the residents, businesses, and other stakeholders of the Back Bay and the Fenway awoke to the surprising and unwelcome news that the State had decided to sell the Hynes Convention Center in order…
Guest Op-Ed: Calling All Mentors: Help Make a Difference in the Lives of Boston’s Children
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Earlier this month, a fifth-grader from Dorchester named Fatoumata visited my office. She told me about her favorite types of ice cream, her favorite subjects in school, and her plans to go to college, become…