Author: Beacon Hill Times Staff
Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission and the BHCA The Historic Beacon Hill District, the oldest historic district in Massachusetts, originated in 1955 by an act of the Massachusetts General Court (Chapter 616 of the Acts of 1955, as amended). This…
Boston’s Official Tree Arrives Nov. 19
The annual gift of an evergreen Christmas tree from Nova Scotia will arrive by police escort at Boston Common at approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 19. This year commemorates 102 years of friendship between Nova Scotia and the people…
‘Messiah’ Sing Along Featuring Special Guest Conductor Dr. Jamie Kirsch
In 1818 the “Messiah” had its first full performance in Boston. Also, in that year, the Boston Society of the New Jerusalem/Church on the Hill was founded. You are invited to join us as we celebrate our 201st year on…
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;…
Police Briefs 11-14-2019
Beacon Hill Beat Larceny – Shoplifting 11/03/19 – At around 12:23 p.m., a Charles Street pharmacy reported a male suspect was caught after the fact on video footage stealing items from store shelves. The suspect fled on foot.
The Climate Scientists Have Been Wrong All Along
For the better part of three decades, the vast majority of scientists — including those hired by the petroleum industry — have warned the world that climate change is occurring principally because of carbon emissions from our addiction to fossil…
Guest Op-Ed: Encouraging Lifelong Learning by Eliminating Late Fees for Youth at Our Public Libraries
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh In the City of Boston, we believe every child deserves an equal opportunity to succeed. We’re investing more than ever in our public schools, building out universal pre-kindergarten, providing free community college, helping students experiencing…
Hill House Kids’ Halloween Party
Tzurit Or, Founder of Tatte Bakery & Café, to Speak to the Beacon Hill Women’s Forum
By Linda Calandra The Beacon Hill Women’s Forum (BHWF) will host their monthly forum starting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Hampshire House. With this time of year popular for baking holiday treats, attendees will enjoy a…