First Night 2009
December 30, 2008
First Night 2009 is the 33rd celebration of the arts and community in Boston. Since 1976, this signature event has served our great city by gathering a truly diverse audience for a spectacular festival that inspires creativity as it kicks-off a new year filled with promise.Once again, First Night is proud to present an amazing group of performers and visual artists who truly represent the richness of Boston’s cultural landscape. The celebration features longtime audience favorites like the interactive Fedex Family Festival, colossal ice sculptures, the Mardi Gras style Metro Grand Procession, and of course, two dazzling fireworks displays at 7pm and later at Midnight.
To enjoy the festivities you just need to purchase a button which are $18 each at any button retailers. Read more
Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2008
All of us here at ParkwayBoston want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy Chanukah!
Wrapped or Unwrapped
December 21, 2008
Many of my friends have been talking about how Santa Claus left them their presents as a kid. It appears to be 50/50 wrapped to unwrapped. I want to know what he did for you? Take this weeks poll.
My presents were always open and in some cases set up.
Merry Christmas!
Forget The House, Let’s Talk Yards…..
December 20, 2008
Welcome to week 15 of the NFL season; with two more weeks to go, we are really getting down to the nitty gritty now. Most of the cream has risen to the top; and more will be determined this weekend; and the teams at the bottom of the barrel should really be concentrating on what they can do to improve their teams for next season. Except for the deprived Detroit Lions who have two weeks of opportunistic football to avoid being the only 0-16 team in history. Actually, last week, the Lions played a competitive, protective game in Indy and were tied at 21-21 going into the fourth, but ultimately they lost 31-21. Their two other chances will come against New Orleans this week as 6.5-point home dogs and in Green Bay during week 17. I would have to say the Lions have a better chance of beating N’Ahlins in Detroit than the Pack in the Frozen Tundra; and if they lose both – - Yikes! Hello 0-16 NFL History. Boy, those Lions can’t seem to catch a break. On the flip side, they’ll get first pick in the draft…and perhaps this season will be a learning experience for them. Everybody always says things like that….did you ever notice? Well, in my family anyhow. If something bad or disappointing happens, it’s always….”what have you learned from this experience?” or “If you aren’t learning, you aren’t growing.” Okay, I get it – - but usually, like most people, I like to sulk just a little bit first, or dip my big toe in the pond of wallow…it inexplicably takes the sting out some.
There is a stat I read about not too long ago that stated something along the lines of; “the worst team in the league one year becomes a contender the following year”; the examples given were Miami (1-15 in 07′) and Atlanta (4-12 in 07′). Hmmm. Thoughts to ponder. Next year Detroit, Cincy, KC, St. Louie, Seattle, Cleveland and Oakland should all be good teams. Well, maybe not all of them, but if I had to take a stab in the dark, I would say; KC, Cleveland and maybe Detroit or Oakland will be much improved next year. Read more
The True Spirit of Christmas
December 19, 2008
In this time of rushing around trying to Christmas shop and figure out what to get everyone, it is nice to hear stories of giving like this.
Beethoven Elementary students Tyler, Ryan and Casey Browne of West Roxbury with the Toys for Tots box at the West Roxbury YMCA. Tyler, 9, and Ryan, 7, asked guests who attended their recent birthday party at the Y to donate new toys to the charity instead of bringing gifts. They were thrilled to see that their friends filled the box with donations.
Picture attached — Casey (sitting), Ryan (left), Tyler (right)
Santa Claus, Mayor Menino and Free iScream!
December 17, 2008
No it’s not the beginning of a bad joke.
On Saturday, December 20th from 12-3pm the folks at iScreamWorks will be giving away eggnog frappes, apple cider, ice cream cones, and other prizes, so bring your family and friends! Mayor Menino and Santa are rumored to be making an appearance.
100% of all sales and toy donations (not required) will go to the Fund for Boston Neighborhoods.
No Job? No Problem! Pink Slip Party at Game On! Fenway
December 16, 2008
On Thursday Dec 18th at 6pm, “The Pink Slip Party at Game On! Fenway” pays homage to gainful unemployment and extols the virtues of life on the dole. While the focus of the evening is fun, the event also provides “out-of-workers” the opportunity to kick back and relax while networking with a bevy of area staffing agencies and job recruiters looking to fill much-needed positions, including West Roxbury’s Atlantic Associates, Inc. In addition to schmoozing, Jobless Joes feeling the economic crunch can take out their aggression during Slugging CEO Batting Practice by taking swings in Fenway Park’s visiting team’s batting cages (to which Game On! has exclusive access) or showcase their resolve with a few whacks at the Professional Piñata. A Video DJ will spin pink-slip themed songs and play video clips from pop culture’s big and small screen job-strife classics including Office Space and The Office.After working up a sweat and fueling their appetites, job seekers can mix and mingle while munching on $4 items from Game On! Fenway’s Easy-On-The-Pocket appetizer menu that includes Lay-Off My Nachos, Pay-Raise Potstickers, Workin Wings and 401 K-alamari. Delicious bites will be washed down with inexpensive specialty drinks including Jobless Juice and Under Pressure Punch.
As they walk in the door, party goers will be handed funny money to be used in raffles for cool prizes including Game On! Fenway gift certificates. Be sure to say hi to the folks at AAI.
Dance Academy to Perform Downtown for the Holidays
December 16, 2008
During the Holiday Season the Dance Academy’s Jukebox Dancers of Hyde park will be performing, Alexis’ Rockin Christmas Party. Head down to Downtown Boston to cheer them on and remember the meters are free for 2 hours on Saturday and Sunday during the Holidays.The performance schedule is as follows:
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FANUEIL HALL
Every Saturday at 4:00pm
Every Sunday at 2:00pm
Macy’s Downtown Crossing
Sundays at 3:30pm
CATHOLIC MEMORIAL STUDENTS TAKE TOP HONORS
December 16, 2008
(West Roxbury)-The following members of the Catholic Memorial School Forensics team earned awards at the annual Albany High School Holiday Tournament in Albany, New York on December 13: freshman Kevin Donnelly of West Roxbury (1st place in Declamation) and freshman Mark Woodall of West Roxbury (2nd in Duo Interpretation). Brother Anthony Cavet, coach of the forensics team, accompanied over a dozen students on the trip.”This was a great opportunity for our students, and many younger members of our team, to compete and earn more experience as we head into the second half of the year,” said forensics team head coach Rob Croteau ’93.
Ciara Ryan Wins Holiday Card Contest!
December 15, 2008
Boston City Councilor John M. Tobin, Jr. announced today that Ciara Ryan, a 6th grader at West Roxbury’s Holy Name School, is the winner of his 2008 holiday card design contest.”Ciara did a fantastic job,” said Councilor Tobin, who serves as Chair of the City Council’s Committee on Arts, Film, Humanities & Tourism. “Ciara’s drawing stood out because she captured the spirit of the season with a detailed and festive design. Every year I am amazed by the talent displayed by the young artists in my district.”
Ryan was chosen from hundreds of entries submitted by children in elementary schools in District 6, which includes West Roxbury and Jamaica Plain. Second and third place honors went to Emma Greeley, a 4th grader at St. Theresa School, and Delia Levine, a 4th grader at the Patrick J. Lyndon School. Both schools are located in West Roxbury. More than 20 children received an honorable mention for their designs. Read more
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