Category Archives: Boston

Map of Boston and Cambridge residents by race

Posted on June 13, 2013 | 1 comment

via Bostonography blogAndy Woodruff over at the Bostonography blog wrote a post in December 2012 entitled Blue and Bluer: Massachusetts and Boston.  The post provided some really interesting insights into the voting habits of Boston and Massachusetts; home to some of the most progressive voters in the United States.

Part of that analysis included a breakdown of racial groups in Boston. It is not clear to me if the breakdown is based upon registered voters or US Census data, but either way it is an interesting image (see above). I would love to see how this has changed from the previous century in decade blocks. My guess is that the map of Boston has become far more colorful in the past 30+ years, and to paraphrase Martha Stewart, I think that is “very good thing”.

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2013 Boston Pride

Posted on June 10, 2013 | 3 comments

Chandler Street Block PartyBoston Pride wrapped up this past weekend and I’m exhausted.  After an ominous start to the second weekend of Pride, the sun came out and Saturday and Sunday turned out to be spectacular.  For those who were nice enough to pose for a photograph, thank you.  Here is my video of Pride Week here in Boston including events hosted by The Boston Pride Committee, AIDS Action Committee, The Theater Offensive, and The Welcoming Committee. 

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The Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl

Posted on June 3, 2013 | Leave a comment

scooper bowlATTENTION ICE CREAM LOVAHS

Tomorrow The Jimmy Fund will host their annual two-day fundraiser, The Scooper Bowl.  Tuesday, June 4 through Thursday, June 6 The Scooper Bowl will set up in Boston’s City Hall Plaza from 12pm – 8pm serving up nearly 40 different flavors of ice cream from 9 different ice cream companies.  Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids and you may purchase your tickets online here.

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2013 Boston Pride

Posted on May 31, 2013 | Leave a comment

Boston PrideBoston Pride officially started with the Pride flag raising at Government Center at 12 p.m. For the next nine days events will be hosted through out the city to celebrate Boston’s LGBT community.  I’ll be writing about events that catch my attention and you may find interesting.  To kick things off (so to speak) here is a recap of the final weekend of Boston Pride 2012.  If you are visiting Boston for Pride or are a first timer, feel free to contact me with any questions you have.

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2013 Boston Pride starts tomorrow

Posted on May 30, 2013 | Leave a comment

Boston PrideBoston Pride officially kicks off tomorrow at 12PM when the Pride flag is raised at City Hall. The full list of “official” Boston Pride events can be found at the Boston Pride website here.

There are also many unofficial events, parties and celebrations hosted during the week here in Boston and in surrounding areas.  If you have questions about New England’s largest Pride celebration, feel free to shoot me an email or ask a question in the comments section of my blog and I’ll do my best to give you my insights and suggestions.  If you happen to be traveling to Boston for our Pride celebrations, let me be among the first to welcome you.

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Boston Calling tickets go on sale tomorrow

Posted on May 30, 2013 | 2 comments

Boston CallingThis past weekend Government Center hosted 20,000 music fans for two consecutive days at an event called Boston Calling.  The music festival was so successful that the organizers, Crash Line Productions, announced a second Boston Calling Music Festival will take place on, September 7-8.  For more information about the Labor Day weekend line up read here.

Note: Early bird tickets for Boston Calling will go on sale Friday, May 31, at 10 a.m. at The Sinclair or Royale box offices (no service charge) or online at www.bostoncalling.com.   General admission weekend passes start at $120 and VIP weekend passes are $325.  A portion of the proceeds will go to the Music Therapy Program at Boston Children’s Hospital.

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Wicked Gawjus Weathah

Posted on May 28, 2013 | Leave a comment

Boston ForecastAfter an unseasonably cold and rainy Memorial Day weekend, Bostonians are breathing a sigh of relief that warmer weather is just days away.

It is especially good news for The AIDS Action Committee who will host the AIDS Walk & 5K Run Boston on Sunday, June 2nd.  Enjoy the great weather and talk to friends about coming down to the Hatch Shell on Sunday morning to support this year’s AIDS Walk & 5K Run Boston a success.

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Boston Common Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2013 | Leave a comment

Memorial DayBeautiful image of Boston Common on Memorial Day.  33,000 Flags were placed on the Common today in memory and honor of the number of fallen soldiers from the Bay State. It offers a somber but beautiful image I wanted to share.  Much thanks to John Pompeii from who I swiped this photo.

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Boston Calling Music Festival

Posted on May 25, 2013 | Leave a comment

Boston Music FestivalThe two day music festival, Boston Calling 2013, is already underway and will continue rain or shine through tomorrow with some great musical acts.  Are you attending this sold out event?

The two day line up features Fun., TheNational, The Shins, Of Monsters and Men as well as fourteen other acts.  To find out more about who is performing and when link here.

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Wicked late night eats in Boston

Posted on May 22, 2013 | 1 comment

Boston late nightBoston is not known for late night dining and it certainly lives up to its ‘early to bed’ reputation, but the list of places serving food for those with late night munchies has continued to grow. However, it can still be tough to find these places so I’ve compiled a list of options. Have I overlooked a favorite place of yours? Share your favorite Boston “wicked late night eats”.

Dragon Star & Golden Temple open until 2:00 am (weekends only)
Washington Square, Brighton

Bricco Enoteca open until 2:00am
North End, Boston

Hong Kong (Cambridge only) open until 2:00am
Harvard Square, Cambridge

Boloco (Berklee School of Music location) open until 2:01am
Back Bay / Fenway line, Boston

Moody’s Falafel open until 3:00am
Central Square, Cambridge

Falafel Corner open until 3:00am
Harvard Square, Cambridge

Felcaro Pizzeria open until 3:00am (weekends only)
Beacon Hill, Boston

Little Steve’s Pizzeria open until 3:00am
Fenway, Boston

Chicago Pizza open until 3:00am
Central Square, Cambridge

Wok n Talk open until 3:00am
Jamaica Plain, Boston

El Triunfo open until 3:30am
South End, Boston

Ginza open until 3:30am (weekends only)
Chinatown, Boston

New Golden Gate open until 4:00am
Chinatown, Boston

Apollo Korean BBQ open until 4:00am (weekends only)
Chinatown, Boston

Cafe Pompei open until 4:00am
North End, Boston

Beantown Taqueria open until 4:00am
Central Square, Cambridge

Hen House Chicken & Waffles open until 4:00am (weekends only)
Dorchester, Boston

Victoria’s Diner open 24 hours (Thursday thru Sunday)
Dorchester, Boston

South Street Diner open 24 hours
Leather District, Boston

Bova’s Bakery open 24 hours
North End, Boston

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Mayor Menino named Boston Pride Grand Marshal

Posted on May 16, 2013 | 2 comments

Boston PrideOutgoing five term mayor of Boston, Thomas Menino was named the 2013 Grand Marshal for Boston’s Pride Parade scheduled for early next month.

Out and proud NBA player, Jason Collins, also announced he will be marching in Boston’s Pride Parade with his friend and former college roommate, United States Congressman Joe Kennedy.

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BAGLY Prom this Saturday

Posted on May 16, 2013 | Leave a comment

BAGLY PromFirst held in 1981, BAGLY Prom night is the nation’s oldest and largest LGBT Youth Prom in the country. Since the late 1990’s, the event has attracted over 1,000 youth. The admission for the BAGLY Prom is $20 and may be paid in cash at the door.  If you are interested in supporting this event you may make a donation to BAGLY or you can offer to chaperone. More information here.

To anyone who may be reading my blog and planning to attend this prom, I’d like to wish you a safe and fun evening.

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HarpoonFest this weekend

Posted on May 14, 2013 | 1 comment

HarpoonfestBoston beer brewer, Harpoon will be hosting their namesake festival this Friday and Saturday.  HarpoonFest, is hosted at their brewery in Boston’s Seaport District.

Friday, May 17th 5:30 – 11:00pm
Doors close: 9:30PM
Saturday, May 18th 2:00pm – 9:00pm
Doors close: 7:30PM

More info about Harpoon’s two day summer festival, HarpoonFest here.

No worries about getting a ride to or from the brewery.  Uber is offering $25 off the town car ride by using the code “bosharpoonfest” for anyone who has yet to use the car service.

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Lesbian swans return to Boston Public Garden

Posted on May 6, 2013 | Leave a comment

Swan BoatsTomorrow, Boston’s favorite same sex couple returns to the Boston Public Garden. Romeo & Juliet, the two graceful swans that make the pond in the Public Garden their home will be back on Tuesday, May 7th at 11:00AM.

Back in 2005 (just  a year after same sex marriage was legalized in MA) it was learned that Romeo is in fact a female, causing many conservatives who like to scream about how unnatural homosexuality is to cry foul (or is that fowl?)!

According to the zoo keepers who watch over the couple in the winter months, the two swans have been nesting together for more than a decade so if you should find yourself in Boston, head over to the Boston Public Garden and congratulate the city’s favorite lesbians on their longevity. I’m not sure what the divorce rate among swans is like but they certainly outlasted many of their human counterparts.

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Boston Bites Back – May 15th

Posted on May 6, 2013 | Leave a comment

Boston Bites BackPhilanthropic foodies have come together with Boston Bites Back – a fundraiser spearhead by chefs Ken Oringer and Ming Tsai as well as The Boston Red Sox, Gov. Patrick, Mayor Menino and ARAMARK.  This fundraiser to benefit The One Fund aims to raise $1 million through the help of 100 of Boston’s top chefs and you the support of foodies like you.

 Wednesday, May 15th from 6:00 – 10:00 PM at Fenway Park

Only 5,000 general access tickets will be sold at $200 each. There will also be 200 VIP tickets at $1,000 each, allowing additional access to an intimate and exclusive gathering in Fenway’s EMC Club. If you are interested and want to learn more about this event visit, www.bostonbitesback.org.

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