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April 10–23, 2006 The Official Guide to BOSTON

THE Marathon ISSUE >Our Guide to the 2006 Boston Marathon >7 Top Shops for Running Gear www.panoramamagazine.com contents FEATURE COVER STORY 15 If the Shoe Fits… 18 The Long Run Boston’s top shops for Our guide to the 2006 running gear Boston Marathon DEPARTMENTS 6 around the hub 6 news & notes 12 on stage 10 on exhibit 13 nightlife 11 kids corcornerner 14 style 23 the hub directory 24 curcurrentrent events 48 frfreedomeedom trail 31 clubs & bars 50 shopping 33 museums & galleries 55 rrestaurantsestaurants 38 maps 68 NEIGHBORHOODS 43 sightseeing 78 5 questions with… Marathoner BILL RODGERS

on the cocover:ver: Vintage running shoes donated by area runners adorn the walls of THE FINISH LINE: Marathon Sports, a popular spot for run- Marathon Sports. ning gear and Boston Marathon Photo: Ruddy Bello. merchandise, lies across from Produced by the finish line on Boylston Street. Heather Burke. Refer to story, page 15. PHOTO BY B OB PERACHIO ___ APRIL 10–23, 2006 3

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April 10–23, 2006 Volume 55 • Number 23

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a magazine affiliate visit us online at www.marathonsports.com ______4 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 5 calendar of events aroundthehubby Josh B. Wardrop THURSDAY, APRIL 13 news¬es A failed painter adopts the person- ality of disgraced baseball star Darryl Strawberry in order to pro-

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page 30. HO LET THE (PATRIOT) P GAMES BEGIN SATURDAY, APRIL 15 As any student of history Traditional Irish music gets a mod- knows, before The Beatles ern twist as the world-renowned stormed our shores, a Celtic quintet Solas performs at British Invasion was consid- the Somerville Theater at 8 p.m. ered a bad thing. Patriots’ Refer to listing, page 28. Day in Boston marks the arrival of Paul Revere, the FRIDAY, APRIL 19 fabled midnight rider who Temperatures rise when the alerted the citizens of the Boston Celtics wind up their sea- Massachusetts colony that son with a home game against the British were coming— Dwyane Wade, Antoine Walker, the and they weren’t happy. big guy—Shaquille O’Neal—and Today, we celebrate the rest of the Miami Heat at 7:30 Patriots’ Day on the third p.m. at the TD Banknorth Garden. Monday in April (which, this Refer to listing, page 28. year, is April 17) with events Play Ball! ranging from the famed FRIDAY, APRIL 21 Boston Marathon (refer to Check out music from Boston’s VIDSON A

he team that’s pretty much akin to a religion here in New England starts up again for story, page 18) to a special own famed “Brechtian punk D Y

real on April 11 at 2:05 p.m., as the Boston Red Sox return to Fenway Park for their 11:05 a.m. game by the cabaret” rock duo, The Dresden ELL T K

home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays. Okay, sure—the Sox actually opened the season Boston Red Sox (which ends Dolls, in concert at the Orpheum at BY O a week before in Texas, but in these parts, nothing’s official until fans get to wedge them- just about when runners at 7:30 p.m. Refer to listing, page 27. T HO P selves into seats three sizes too small and see a few balls rattle off the legendary Green the Marathon finish line Monster in left field. just blocks away from FRIDAY, APRIL 21 AND Unless you’re willing to pay a scalper as much as you probably paid for your first car, Fenway Park). Or, history SATURDAY, APRIL 22 or you can offer definitive proof you beat the tar out of Yankees third baseman Alex buffs (and early risers) can Head to the Comedy Connection on Rodriguez in a barroom brawl, chances are you’re not getting into Opening Day. But even if join the masses on the vil- April 21 (at 8 and 10:15 p.m.) and you don’t, take a stroll around Fenway Park around gametime—the distinctive and festive lage greens in suburban April 22 (at 6, 8:15 and 10:30 atmosphere may just be enough to make you declare your allegiance to Red Sox Nation. Lexington and Concord p.m.) as Bob Saget of “Full House” Refer to listing, page 29. where costumed actors and “America’s Funniest Home recreate their towns’ leg- Videos” fame unleashes his brand news & notes 6 • on exhibit 10 • kids corner 11 • endary battles, beginning at of surprisingly “adult” standup 5:30 a.m. Within Boston, a (Olsen twins, cover your ears!). on stage 12 • nightlife 13 • style 14 ___ cont. on page 8 >> Refer to listing, page 24. ___ PHOTO BY C INDY LOO/ COURTESY OF THE B OSTON RED S OX TOP LEFT PHOTO BY K INDRA C LINEFF/ 6 PANORAMA COURTESY OF M ASS. OFFICE OF T RAVEL & TOURISM APRIL 10–23, 2006 7 around the hub NEWS & NOTES eaking Year!!! Now in our 2nd Record Br

<< cont. flag-raising ceremo- painter Marlene Dumas; BARGAINS ON from page 7 ny takes place at and other works by estab- NEWBURY? City Hall at 9 a.m., lished art names like Swiss followed by a parade and artist Thomas Hirschhorn, Given its predominantly re-enactment of Revere’s London-based Mona high-ticket boutiques, the and William Dawes’ ride Hatoum and Massachusetts possibility one might be able through the Hub. Refer to residents Laylah Ali and to shop on Newbury Street listings, page 28. Taylor Davis. without taking out a second Men Meanwhile, the Museum mortgage counts as big news. Love It of Science recently That’s why shopaholics were Too!!! MUSEUM NEWS announced the coming of a so excited about the arrival As Boston counts down to new exhibit that’s drawn of a new H&M location on the arrival of the new fascinated and voluminous Newbury Street—set to open Institute of Contemporary crowds in cities like in the Newbry retail complex Art building on the water- Toronto and Denver. Body that also houses Guess and front at Fan Pier (scheduled Worlds 2—a show featuring Victoria’s Secret on April 14— to open September 17), the preserved human bodies and why even more fervor “YOU’LL LOVE IT. IT’S ICA has whetted appetites by displayed in real-life action was generated recently when unveiling the first 11 pieces poses—arrives in the Hub venerable bargain boutique HILARIOUS. GO SEE IT!” selected for its first-ever on July 30. The somewhat Filene’s Basement announced , The View permanent collection. macabre show is intended it would be adding a second - Joy Behar Pieces chosen include to give viewers an in-depth Boston location, also in the three works by renowned look at the way the human Newbury Street area, this Great Rates For Groups! To reserve call (617) 426-4499 ext. 25 photographer Nan Goldin body works, and the effects coming fall. So, don’t max out (pictured above); two sculp- that things like smoking those credit cards just yet— TELECHARGE 800-447-7400 tures by 1997 Turner Prize and obesity have on healthy your dollars are about to go a finalist Cornelia Parker; a tissue. Refer to listings, lot further in Boston’s most or at the BOX OFFICE WINDOW ___ watercolor by acclaimed page 33 & 34. glitzy retail neighborhood. 200 Stuart Street at the Radisson Hotel Boston • www.stuartstreetplayhouse.com • www.menopausethemusical.com ABOVE: NAN G OLDIN, S ELF- PORTRAIT ON THE TRAIN, GERMANY, 1992 8 PANORAMA around the hub ON EXHIBIT by Scott Roberto around the hub KIDS CORNER by Jinnie Lee Screen By George Martians, Blade Pioneers (and Gilbert) Fairies and Runners SOUL CINEMA: BLACK Clowns… CHAMPIONS ON ICE FILMS AND BLACK STARS TD Banknorth Garden (1919–1963) Oh My! April 22 at 2 & 8 p.m. Museum of Afro-American History

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DANE COOK TD Banknorth Garden April 15 at 7 & 10:30 p.m.

he bonafide hottest Tcomedian in Hollywood is a local boy, Men in Tights and this month Arlington native Dane Cook marks SWAN LAKE he words “Swan Lake” may conjure up his triumphant homecom- Colonial Theatre images of petite women flitting around ing with two performanc- April 20–23 T a stage in tutus. But Matthew Bourne’s es at the TD Banknorth version of Tchaikovsky’s classic infuses the ballet with Garden. Cook—whose recent guest appearance on offbeat touches such as an all-male(!) company of “Saturday Night Live” was the series’ highest-rated swans. First performed more than 100 years ago, Swan episode of the season—is even filming the Garden shows Lake tells the story of a prince’s passionate love for a for an upcoming HBO special, so expect tickets to be princess and his battle against dark sorcery. Be it tough to get, but well worth it to catch this rising star at through pirouettes and arabesques, or sequences fea- his best. Refer to listing, page 24. —Josh B. Wardrop turing a modern fusion of disco, tango and ballet, Swan THE LIVING ROOM Lake retains its emphasis on the universal idea of 101 Atlantic Ave. • 617-723-5101 yearning for the unattainable. Refer to listing, page 25. CHRISTINE JORGENSEN COMMON GROUND REVEALS 85 Harvard Ave. • 617-783-2071 The Theatre Offensive Calderwood Pavillion at the BCA A WICKED Through April 29 No need to be “board” when GOOD TIME you’re out on the town, unless In 1952—at a time when the you’re engaging in Boston’s WICKED nation was embracing Ike newest nightlife trend—playing The Opera House Beginning April 12 Eisenhower and “I Love Lucy,” beloved board games from our not transsexuality—a man named childhoods. The Living Room’s Long before Dorothy George Jorgensen left America stylin’ lounge full of comfy couch- ventured over the rain- for Copenhagen, and returned as es welcomes guests to Board INDIE CITY bow, the land of Oz blonde bombshell Christine Game Wednesdays, accompa- was home to two Jorgensen. And although the nied by signature martinis and INDEPENDENT FILM Move over Sundance and watch out press hounded Jorgensen about free popcorn. Meanwhile, on April FESTIVAL OF girls—one shallow, BOSTON Cannes. Boston’s staking its claim as popular and ambitious, her new lifestyle, there is only 18, beginning at 7 p.m., website Various locations a hotbed for under-the-radar cinema the other smart and one recorded interview from the Exploitboston.com presents a April 19–24 with the fourth Independent Film cursed with emerald woman who helped break down night of “old school” games (such Festival of Boston. The ever-growing event features green skin. Based on author Gregory Maguire’s novel, the gender barriers. In Christine as Connect Four, Operation, and screenings of buzzworthy indie flicks—such as Half Nelson hit Broadway musical Wicked by Stephen Schwartz and Jorgensen Reveals, actor Bradford more than 30 others) at the starring Ryan Gosling (pictured above) and Down in the Winnie Holzman tells the tale of the unlikely friendship Louryk utilizes material from that Common Ground, as you enjoy Valley starring Edward Norton—at area arthouses like between Glinda and Elphaba (better known as the Wicked interview to bring Christine’s story appetizers, 16 beers on tap and Cambridge’s Brattle Theatre and the Somerville Theatre. Witch of the West) and the origins of a rivalry that would to life, in a powerful show dealing a soundtrack pulled from Moviegoers can check out shorts, documentaries and fea- grow to engulf Munchkins, scarecrows and Toto, too. with human sexuality and human customers’ own iPods. tures, and even vote for their favorite to win the IFFB audi- ___ Refer to listing, page 30. emotion. Refer to listing, page 29. —Alex Harris ence award. Refer to listing, page 25. —Josh B. Wardrop ___ BOTTOM LEFT PHOTO BY J OAN M ARCUS TOP LEFT PHOTO BY S COTT ROBERTO; 12 PANORAMA BOTTOM RIGHT FILM STILL FROM H ALF N ELSON, 2006 APRIL 10–23, 2006 13 around the hub STYLE by Marketa Hulpachova An Put Your Indispensible Sox On Dispensary If the Shoe

COLONIAL DRUG 49 Brattle St., Cambridge 617-864-2222

he proprietors of Fits… TColonial Drug refer by Marketa Hulpachova to themselves as “The people with absolutely photography by Ruddy Bello no common scents’’—a pun supported by this HEN YOUR FEET ARE POUNDING sophisticated perfume the pavement 800 times per mile, store’s 60-year tenure Red Sox baseball is back in the last thing on your mind should in Harvard Square. Stocked with more than 1,000 rare Boston, and the natives are again be your sneakers. As any serious scents, this distinctly Old World shop (no credit cards adorning themselves in their tradi- W accepted) carries hundreds of hard-to-find European tional tribal colors. To blend in, runner will tell you, finding a shoe that fits just beauty products, some of which bear brand names dat- check out these local vendors for right is as crucial to long-distance running as all your Fenway finery. ing back to before Columbus discovered America. Our the right-sized club is to golf. Whether favorite is the exclusive green tea-scented line by Roger you’re a hard-core marathoner or an & Gallet (pictured above), exported straight from a THE SOUVENIR STORE, 19 Yawkey Parisian parfumérie. Way, other locations, 617-421- amateur, one of these local shops is 8686. The top spot for official Red sure to satisfy your sporting needs, Sox merchandise—jerseys, caps, letting you keep your focus on the tees and banners in colors Ted Williams never imagined—you can finish line. get it all before, during, or after the game at any of the team shop’s five outposts around Fenway.

FENWAY SPORTSZONE, 306 Newbury St., 617-437-1010. FOSSIL COOL Boasting a storefront statue of “traitor” outfielder Johnny Damon, JESSICA CUSHMAN Scrimshawing—or etching designs onto this popular vendor specializes in BRACELETS whalebone—was a popular pastime exclusive Sox-inspired lines such Available at Barneys NY, Copley Mall, 617-385- among 18th and 19th century sailors. as Homegirl (pictured above). 3300; Louis Boston, Today, designer Jessica Cushman has 243 Berkeley St., 617- resurrected this age-old art, making THE RED SEAT, www.thered 262-6100; Anthropologie, M ODEL: 799 Boylston St., high-end bracelets out of fossilized seat.com. This Cambridge-based L IZ OF M AGGIE I NC. 617-262-0545 mammoth instead of long-banned online store features T-shirts with M AKE- UP: B RIAN B RADY OF G2O SPA. whalebone—abundant right now because of the melting of pop-arty, quirky logos, including a WARDROBE PROVIDED BY the polar ice caps. The bracelets are inscribed with witticisms kids’ Green Monster T-shirt called M ARATHON S PORTS. and movie quotes and though they aren’t cheap at the “Wallzilla” and a salute to Sox $800–1500 per bangle, an exclusive line of reproduction resin catcher Jason Varitek, a.k.a ___ bracelets is available at Anthropologie for those on a budget. “Captain Fenway.” ___ TOP LEFT PHOTO BY M ARKETA H ULPACHOVA; 14 PANORAMA TOP RIGHT PHOTO BY K AMIE R ICHARD APRIL 10–23, 2006 15 MARATHON SPORTS NIKETOWN 671 Boylston St., 617-267-4774, other locations in 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400 Cambridge, Brookline, Norwell and Wellesley Hills In 1982, Nike was the official sponsor of record- It’s no accident that four out of this specialty runners’ breaking Marathon sprinter Alberto Salazar. This year, store’s five locations are right along the Marathon the iconic retailer is sponsoring leading athletes Meb course. Business manager Robert Kirsch recalls a Keflezighi and Alan Culpepper and operating the Nike competitor who ran into the Wellesley Hills store Runners’ Station on race week. straight off the route seeking treatment for a minor < Women’s Imara Fit running watch, $59.99 (top); foot injury. “We dressed her wound, got her a fresh Men’s Triax Speed 100 running watch, $79 (bottom) pair of socks and new shoes and got her back on the course,” Kirsch recalls. With personalized shoe fitting and video gait analysis, this shop caters to those with a penchant for both walking and running. < Women’s Brooks Glycerin, $109.99 (top); Women’s Asics Gel 2110, $89.99 (bottom)

BILL RODGERS RUNNING CENTER Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612 LE FOOT SPORTIF BOSTON RUNNING COMPANY 99 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, 617-547-1688 121 Charles St., 617-723-2786 Filled with an array of sporty apparel, this Harvard Square shop The owners of these two local specialty shops has been selling gear blending style and functionality (such share more than just a common line of work. as these retro-inspired running shoes) for nearly 20 years. Both Mike Roche of Boston Running Co. and > Women’s New Balance 574, $59.99 (top); Bill Rodgers were runners in the 1976 Women’s Saucony Jazz, $44.99 (bottom) Olympics. Each of their stores provides attentive, one-on-one shoe fitting, including video gait analysis at Boston Running Co. To top it off, both of these running depots sell the Adidas-designed official 2006 Boston Marathon gear (pictured). > Red Weekender hat, $18; T-shirt, $15; Mesh hat, $20; courtesy of Bill Rodger’s Running Center

PUMA 333 Newbury St., 617-369-7091 CITY SPORTS This vendor’s feline logo is popular among hipsters and 480 Boylston St., 617-267-3900; 11 Bromfield St.; serious sportsmen alike. Puma’s sleek and efficient 1035 Commonwealth Ave.; other locations Complete Running line features high-end synthetics Boston-based City Sports sells everything from field designed to absorb moisture while providing ventilation. hockey gear to lacrosse sticks and keeps marathoners < Women’s Complete Stretch Woven Shorts, $30; going with on-the-run energy boosters such as fruit Women’s Complete SS Running Tee, $30 (left); flavored Gu Energy Gel (pictured). Men’s Complete Club Woven Shorts, $25; Men’s < Energy food, $.99–2.99 ___ Complete Club Singlet, $25 (right) ___ 16 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 17 NEW WRINKLES Marathon organizers the Boston Athletic WE ARE THE Association plan to expand upon last year’s THETHELONGLONG innovation of staggering start times for run- CHAMPIONS Elite runners and ners. Wheelchair racers kick off the Marathon Over the last 110 years, certain runners have enthusiastic race fans on April 17 at 11:25 a.m., followed by the elite become legends in the annals of Boston return to the Hub for the women’s field at 11:31. Then, at noon (the Marathon history. Here are just a few of the 110th Boston Marathon race’s traditional start time), the elite male race’s most notable names: RUNRUN runners, along with just under 10,000 non- by Josh B. Wardrop elite racers of both genders, begin. Finally, at CLARENCE DEMAR: The gold standard for the 12:30 p.m., the remainder of the field of Boston Marathon, DeMar won seven laurel photography courtesy of FayFoto/Boston Athletic Association 20,000 runners depart from Hopkinton. wreaths (1911, 1922–24, 1927–28, 1930), more Benefits of the staggered starts range than any other male or female runner. from giving more individual attention to the OR 110 YEARS NOW, THE PATH TAKEN BY ANY LONG-DISTANCE RUNNER women racers, to protecting the lawns of JOHNNY KELLEY: The undisputed legend among dreaming of being the best has led down one winding, 26.2 mile-long road: Hopkinton residents along the course. legends. Kelley won the Marathon just twice (1935 the Boston Marathon. Known throughout the world as one of the most presti- Changes have also come to the end of the and 1945), but the results pale in comparison to Marathon, as the last mile of the course will his legacy—Kelley ran the race an unprecedented gious (and the oldest) of marathons, Boston draws everyone from the planet’s F now see runners entering a short tunnel 61 times between 1928 and 1992, when he retired top athletes, to amateurs looking to tackle the ultimate test of physical and mental under Massachusetts Avenue rather than at age 84. An Olympian in 1936 and 1948, Kelley endurance, to a crowd of spectators that often number more than 500,000 strong. running across the road—a move made to (who died in 2004 at age 97) remains, for many, Truly, the Boston Marathon remains one of the biggest annual events to hit the Hub, alleviate traffic concerns. Finally, runners the defining figure of the Boston Marathon. will have 30 extra minutes to cross the tape and the gold standard of long distance runs. on Boylston Street and collect an official > BILL RODGERS: The time, as the race now ends at 6:30 p.m. lifelong New Englander won four Boston Marathons THIS YEAR’S FAVORITES (1975, 1978–1980), and is Since 1991, only one Boston Marathon men’s one of only three men (along winner (Lee Bong-Ju of Korea in 2001) has with DeMar and Kenyan not been from the continent of Africa, and Cosmas Ndeti) to win three con- this year’s field could easily produce another secutive Marathons. Refer to interview, page 78. African champion. The men’s field in 2006 is led by defending champion Hailu Negussie of > JEAN DRISCOLL: This Ethiopia, looking to become the first back-to- women’s wheelchair racer back men’s winner since Kenyan Cosmas Ndeti from Illinois holds the (1993–1995). Other favorites include past cham- record for most Boston pions Timothy Cherigat and Robert Kipkoech Marathon titles, having won Cheruiyot of Kenya, and two Americans—last her race eight times— year’s fourth-place finisher, Alan Culpepper, including seven straight from and Olympic silver medalist Meb Keflezighi. 1990–1996. Defending women’s champ Catherine Ndereba of Kenya won’t be on hand to try for > CATHERINE NDEREBA: her fifth Boston Marathon win, bowing out Nicknamed “Catherine the after running a marathon in Osaka in January. Great,” this Kenyan athlete Those looking to rise up in her absence has won four Boston include two-time Boston bridesmaid Elfenesh Marathons (2000, 2001, Alemu of Ethiopia, her countrywoman Derartu 2004, 2005), more than any ___ Tulu and Jelena Prokopcuka of Latvia. female runner. ___ 18 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 19 26 MILES TO GLORY Panorama’s primer on the Boston Marathon and the WELLESLEY: HEARTBREAK HILL: Just after mile 20, runners best places to watch it Just before the face their biggest challenge—four sharp inclines, the midpoint of the last of which is known as Heartbreak Hill. It was there, HOPKINTON: A typical Marathon, run- in 1936, that Marathon sleepy New England town FRAMINGHAM: Crowds assemble on Waverley ners pass by legend Johnny Kelley that, for one day each year, Street, by the commuter rail station, to watch the Wellesley (pictured right, refer to becomes ground zero for runners hit roughly the six-mile mark. After runners College. It’s here sidebar, page 19 ) passed the world’s elite distance pass and you need to fill your body with fuel you’d the athletes are fellow runner Tarzan runners. Watching the never recommend to a marathoner, you can sample either given a Brown, giving him a play- race’s start is challeng- fresh-baked delicacies reflecting the town’s heavy huge lift or are ful tap on the shoulder as ing—plan on arriving pre- Brazilian population at Magic Oven Bakery (470 permanently he did so. Brown was so dawn to claim a spot, and Waverley St., 508-370-8008), or head to The deafened by the incensed that he found his be prepared for wary Chicken Bone Saloon (358 Waverley St., 508-879- encouraging and second wind and blew by glances from homeowners’ whose lawns literally bor- 1138) for some of the area’s best buffalo wings in an powerful screaming of Wellesley’s all-female student Kelley to win. Local der the course. Crowds thin slightly by the one-mile authentic honky-tonk, biker-friendly atmosphere. body. And if you’re in the mood for a spot of fine sportswriter Jerry Nason mark, where spectators can view the newly commis- cuisine at this point, celebrity chef Ming Tsai’s consequently dubbed it sioned Spirit of the Marathon statue (pictured above) acclaimed Asian-fusion restaurant Blue Ginger (583 Kelley’s “Heartbreak Hill,” commemorating Greek marathoner Stylianos Washington St., 781-283-5790) can be found just up and the apt name stuck.

Lake 17 Kyriakides’ 1946 Boston win. Cochituate the road. Commonwealth Ave. Framingham Train Depot Wellesley 16 5 8 15 Boston College/ 25 4 Natick Town Center 12 T 18 FINISH Ashland 6 7 9 T Lake Street Hopkinton Main St. 14 Woodland 19 Heartbreak Hill 24 11 21 at Copley 1 2 3 hington St. 22 E. Main St. Framingham Center 13 Was Beacon St. Square 20 Beacon St. Union St. Fisk Pond Boston College 23 W. Wellesley T Coolidge Corner 10 E. Central St. HALFWAY POINT Newton Cleveland Circle START Natick College T at Hopkinton Common NATICK: The town common along Rte. 135 is a charming greenspace in a DICK AND RICK HOYT: Spectators at every ROSIE RUIZ: In 1980, Cuban native Rosie Ruiz charming downtown, great for spying your favorite marathoner. And either before, point of the Marathon rejoice when the father-and- took the women’s title with the third fastest women’s during, or after watching the runners go by, you can duck around the corner to son Hoyt team passes by. This will be the 25th year time in Boston history (2:31:56). Ruiz achieved this Park Street Ice Cream Shoppe that Dick—now in his mid-60s—will run the with almost no previous marathon experience, went (14 Park St., 508-655-8113) for Marathon while pushing his 43-year-old wheelchair- unnoticed by observers throughout the race, and delicious homemade ice cream bound son, Rick (who suffers from cerebral palsy). seemed strangely energetic at the finish line. ALSO IN THE and frozen yogurt, which could Over the years, the remarkable pair have raised An investigation quickly concluded that Ruiz come in handy—while it’s not the awareness about how disabled people can shatter had slipped onto the course near Kenmore RUNNING… norm for April, temperatures during limitations while also raising money for The Hoyt Square, running only a mile or so. Ruiz was Below is a list of other race-related events. All of the Boston Marathon have occasion- Fund, which helps integrate the disabled into stripped of her win, but still maintains she them, except for the Fitness Expo, are open only ally been known to reach the 80s. mainstream activities. was the victor, refusing to return her to athletes, their guests and the media: first-place medal.

> The free 29th annual John Hancock Sports > The annual Pre-Race Pasta Dinner KENMORE SQUARE/BOYLSTON STREET: and Fitness Expo (April 15 & 16 from 9 a.m.–6 takes place April 16 from 4:30–9 p.m. at Kenmore is always chaotic by the time the lead runners p.m.) at the Seaport World Trade Center is the City Hall Plaza. This year, entertainment is come through, with the 11:05 a.m. Patriots’ Day Red official number pick-up for runners, and features being provided by the Big Apple Circus, Sox game letting out at nearby Fenway Park. So, duck more than 200 sports equipment and apparel set up under the Big Top at the Plaza. into trendy Eastern Standard (refer to listing, page 62) exhibitors displaying their wares. for food and drinks. If you choose to take your vantage > The Post-Race Dance Party caps off point at the finish line on Boylston, plan on fighting > The B.A.A. Freedom Run offers runners and the big weekend with a celebration show- crowds. Luckily, Boylston is laden with drinking estab- their friends a 2.8-mile warm-up course that winds casing video highlights of the race April 17 lishments, such as the Cactus Club (refer to listing, through scenic Boston neighborhoods, April 16 from 8 p.m.–12:30 a.m. at The Roxy and page 31), where you can sip a margarita and wait for ___starting at 8 a.m. from Copley Square Park. Matrix nightclubs, 279 Tremont St. your favorite Kenyan runner to break the tape. ___ 20 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 21 AIRPORT SPECIAL DOWNTOWN TO LOGAN: $20 BACK BAY TO LOGAN: $25 Our rates are per trip, not per person thehubdirectory Your own Private Limousine and “The Best Ride OUR GUIDE Chauffeur from your downtown in Town” hotel to Logan Airport... TO WHAT TO DO, SEE, u Luxurious Lincoln Town Car Fleet u Courteous, Reliable Service BUY AND EAT IN BOSTON u Transportation to Theatres, Restaurants and the casinos index Equally attractive rates from hotels u Shopping and Sightseeing Tours outside of Boston to the Logan airport. CURRENT EVENTS 24 Tours include Cambridge, Concord and Lexington, All Major Credit Cards Accepted Salem, Plymouth, Newport,Cape Cod and Cape Ann CLUBS & BARS 31 Boston Town Car MUSEUMS & GALLERIES 33 For Reservations, call (617) 782-4000 MAPS 38 bostontowncar.com Toll Free (888) 765-5466 SIGHTSEEING 43

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HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY, Symphony Hall, 301 Mass. MARIO CANTONE, Berklee Performance Center, 136 Mass. Ave., 617-266-3605. Apr 21 at 7 p.m., Apr 23 at 2 p.m. Ave., 617-931-2000. Apr 21 at 9 p.m. Tickets: $40. The Boston

Tickets: $15–63. Grant Llewellyn leads the Society in its first native, popular stand-up and “Sex and the City” co-star returns curr performance of Bach’s monumental St. Matthew’s Passion in to the Hub for a night of energetic and flamboyant comedy. 23 years. STEVE SWEENEY’S COMEDY CAFE, 711 Boylston St., 617-482- 0110. Shows Thu–Sat at 9:30 p.m. Cover: $20. Local funny man ents

COMEDY Steve Sweeney teams with Beantown comedy fixture Dick ent e

v Doherty and special guest comics for hilarious stand-up. Apr THE COMEDY CONNECTION, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall 13—Full Contact Comedy with Steve Sweeney and Dick Doherty; Marketplace, 617-248-9700. Cover and times may vary. Call Apr 14 & 15—Chance Langton, Steve Sweeney and Greg Howell. for full schedule. Named “The Best Comedy Club in the Country” (USA Today), this venue has featured national and

local stand-up acts such as Chris Rock, Dane Cook and CONVENTIONS & EXPOS v ent e

Dave Chappelle. Tickets: $15–30. Apr 10 & 17 at 8 p.m.— ents Amateur Showcase hosted by Kevin Knox; Apr 11 & 18 at 8 BAYSIDE EXPO CENTER, 200 Mt. Vernon St., 617-474-6000. p.m.—Paul Nardizzi; Apr 12 at 8 p.m.—Tony V; Apr 14 at 8 Apr 11 & 12—Boston National College Fair, prospective students and 10:15 p.m., Apr 15 at 10:30 p.m., Apr 16 at 7 p.m.— meet and gather information from admission representatives Tracy Morgan; Apr 15—Mike Donovan at 8 p.m.; Apr 19 & from a variety of colleges and universities.

curr 20 at 8 p.m.—Lewis Black; Apr 21 at 8 and 10:15 p.m., Apr 22 at 6, 8:15 and 10:30 p.m.—Bob Saget; Apr 23 at 7 BOSTON CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTER, 415 Summer p.m.—Jim Lauletta. St., 617-954-2000. Apr 22 & 23—North American Truck Show. HANDEL AND HAYDN SOCIETY: Conductor Grant Llewellyn leads the local orchestra in its first THE COMEDY STUDIO AT THE HONG KONG, 1236 Mass. SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER, 200 Seaport Blvd., 617- performance of Bach’s St. Matthew’s Passion in 23 Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-661-6507. Doors 385-4212. Apr 17 & 18—John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo. years on April 21 and 23. Refer to listing, right. open at 7:30 p.m.; shows begin at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule. Cover: $8–10. A place where fresh talent is discov- ered and headliners experiment. Apr 11—Mystery Lounge DANCE magic night; Apr 12—Emerson College stand-up showcase; CLASSICAL Apr 13–16—Comedy Studio 10 Year Anniversary All-Star SWAN LAKE, The Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., 617-931- shows; Apr 18—Joe Howard, Jon Stetson, Mike Bent and oth- 2787. Performances: Apr 20 at 7:30 p.m., Apr 21 at 8 p.m., BOSTON EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERTS, First Church ers; Apr 19—Emerson College sketch showcase; Apr 20—The Apr 22 at 2 and 8 p.m., Apr 23 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Congregational, 11 Garden St., Cambridge, 617-661-1812. Apr Dan Sally Show with guests; Apr 21—Marc Basch, Taylor $37.50–87.50. Matthew Bourne’s stunning reinvention of 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $21–53. The Ensemble Doulce Memoire per- Connelly, Dot Dwyer and others; Apr 22—EJ Murphy, Peter Tchaikovksy’s timeless ballet boldly shatters the traditional forms lively music that captures the great festive balls of the court Bowers, Dot Dwyer and others; Apr 23—Erin Judge and guests. concept of swans in tutus. Acclaimed since its 1995 premiere of King Henri IV, brought to life by dancers from Italy’s Il Ballarino. in London, Bourne’s powerful, provocative and totally original DANE COOK, TD Banknorth Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617- adaptation has won over 30 international theater awards, BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Symphony Hall, 301 Mass. 931-2000. Apr 15 at 7 and 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $30–100. Red- including three Tony Awards. Ave., 617-266-1200. Tickets: $29–108. Renowned around the hot standup and Arlington native Dane Cook performs two rau- world for its impressive range and virtuosity, the Boston cous shows, to be taped for an upcoming HBO special. Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 125th year with a season that FILM brings fresh perspective to a well-known repertoire while offering IMPROV ASYLUM, 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887. insights into the future of classical music. Apr 11 at 8 p.m.— Showtimes: Wed & Thu at 8 p.m.; Fri & Sat at 8 and THE BRATTLE THEATRE, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-876- Conductor Rafael Fruhbeck de Burgos and violinist Gil Shaham 10 p.m. Tickets: $15–20, dinner packages available. Apr 12 & 6837. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9; join the BSO for an all-Mozart program; Apr 13 & 15 at 8 p.m., 19—Vanity Project; Apr 13–15 and Apr 20–22—Monkey Trial students & matinees $7.50; seniors & children $6. Classic, cut- Apr 14 at 1:30 p.m.—Fruhbeck de Burgos and tenor Matthew & Error...or, You Say You Want an Evolution; Apr 14—College ting-edge and world cinema with double features almost every Polenzani join the BSO and Tanglewood Festival Chorus for Smackdown final event; Apr 21 at midnight—Stand-Uprov. day. Now showing: Apr 10–13 at 7:30 p.m.—Babyface; Apr 10 Berlioz’s Requeim; Apr 20 & 22 at 8 p.m., Apr 21 at 1:30 p.m.— & 11 at 5:30 and 9:30 p.m.—Night Nurse; Apr 12 & 13 at 5:30 Guest conductor Robert Spano and pianist Piotr Anderszewski IMPROVBOSTON, Back Alley Theater, 1253 Cambridge St., and 9:30 p.m.—Ladies They Talk About; Apr 15 at 2:30, 4:45 join the BSO to perform works by Beethoven and Sibelius. Cambridge, 617-576-1253. Cover: $5–15. This comedy troupe and 7 p.m., Apr 16 at 2:45, 5, 7:15 and 9:30 p.m. & Apr 17–18 features sketch comedy, games, original music and audience at 5, 7:15 and 9:30 p.m.—Black Orpheus; beginning Apr 20— EMERSON STRING QUARTET, Bank of America Celebrity participation. Apr 12 & 19 at 8 p.m.—The Hump; Apr 13 & Independent Film Festival of Boston. Series, Jordan Hall, New England Conservatory, 30 20—UnNatural Selection at 8 p.m., The Great and Secret Gainsborough St., 617-482-2595. Apr 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets: Comedy Show at 10 p.m.; Apr 14 & 21—Voice of the White COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, 290 Harvard Ave., Brookline, $43–53. The acclaimed ensemble celebrates the 100th House at 8 p.m., TheatreSports at 10 p.m.; Apr 15 & 22— 617-734-2500. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. anniversary of Shostakovich’s birth by performing his final Family Show at 6 p.m., Mainstage at 8 and 10 p.m.; Apr 16 & Tickets: $8.50; members, seniors & children $5.50. This inde- three string quartet compositions. 23 at 7 p.m.—Sgt. Culpepper’s Improvisational Jamboree; Apr pendent movie house screens recent indie films, as well as the 23 at 9:30 p.m.—SouthCity Theatre Ensemble. classics. Now showing: Thank You for Smoking, The Ballad of EMMANUEL MUSIC, Emmanuel Church, 15 Newbury St., 617- Greenwich Village, Brick and Following Sean; The Films of 536-3356. Admission: free will offering. Conductor Craig Smith JIMMY TINGLE’S OFF BROADWAY, 255 Elm St., Davis Square, Meryl Streep, including Apr 10 at 7 p.m.—Silkwood and Apr leads the Orchestra and Chorus of Emmanuel Music in the Somerville, 617-591-1616. Cover: $10-30. Call for reservations 17 at 7 p.m.—Out of Africa; Apr 14 & 15 at midnight—Tom ___ Weekly Cantata. Apr 16 at 10 a.m.—Bach’s BWV 145; Apr 23 and complete schedule. Founded by actor/comic/writer Jimmy Waits: Big Time. ___ 24 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 25 “If you haven’t seen Blue Man Group, HARVARD FILM ARCHIVE, Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, AVALON, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. This popular you haven’t seen Boston!” —TIME Magazine 24 Quincy St., Cambridge, 617-495-4700. Call for showtimes, nightclub hosts rock and pop music acts prior to evening dance complete schedule and ticket prices. With more than 300 films nights with DJs. Apr 12 at 8 p.m.—Clap Your Hands Say Yeah shown per year, HFA is one of the most active art cinemas in New with The Brunettes, tickets: $14.25; Apr 14 at 6:30 p.m.—The England. Now showing: Objects in Motion featuring Apr 11 at 9 Sounds with Morningwood and Action Action, tickets: $15; Apr p.m.—The Golem, Apr 12 at 9 p.m.—Rocky Horror Picture 18 at 8 p.m.—Alkaline Trio with Against Me!, tickets: $20; Apr Show, and Apr 19 at 9 p.m.—Twilight Zone Showcase: Androids- 19 at 8 p.m.—Toots and the Maytals with Fear Nuttin’ Band,

R-Us; April 14 & 16 at 7 p.m.—The Orphic Trilogy featuring Blood tickets: $22.50; Apr 20 at 9 p.m.—Soullive, tickets: $18; Apr curr of a Poet, Orpheus and The Testament of Orpheus; April 15 at 7 22 at 6:30 p.m.—Dredg with Ours and Ambulette, tickets: $15; p.m.—(nostalgia) and Frank Stella at The Fogg, 1984. Apr 23 at 7 p.m.—T.I., tickets: $25.

MUGAR OMNI THEATER, Museum of Science, 617-723-2500 or AXIS, 13 Landsdowne St., 617-262-2437. Call for full schedule. ents

617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. This popular nightclub hosts rock, punk and alternative music acts ent e

v Tickets: $9; seniors $8; children (3–11) $7. Discounted admis- prior to evening dance nights with DJs. Apr 10 at 5:30 p.m.— sion for showtimes after 6 p.m. This IMAX theater presents larg- Poison the Well, tickets: $12; Apr 13 at 6 p.m.—Punchline, tick- er-than-life images on a five-story high, domed screen. Now ets: $12; Apr 14 at 5:30 p.m.—Emery, tickets: $15; Apr 15 at 6 showing: Amazon; Greece: Secrets of the Past; Special Effects; p.m.—Subhumans, tickets: $11; Apr 21 at 6:30 p.m.—Matt Wed+Thu 8pm, Fri 7pm, Wired to Win: Surviving the Tour de France; Fighter Pilot. Wertz, tickets: $12; Apr 22 at 6:30 p.m.—P.O.D., tickets: $18.

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MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300. BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER, 136 Mass. Ave., 617-747- ents Screenings Thu–Sun, call for showtimes and complete schedule. 2261. Apr 14 at 7:30 p.m.—Joe Satriani with Eric Johnson, Tickets: $6–9. The Museum of Fine Arts’ Film Program has tickets: $57.50 & 75; Apr 22 at 8 p.m., Apr 23 at 3 p.m.— 617.931.2787 grown to become one of the nation’s finest exhibitors of contem- Children of Uganda, tickets: $28–37. porary international cinema, restored classics and premieres of ticketmaster.com

curr American independent films. Now showing: beginning Apr 12— CLUB PASSIM, 47 Palmer St., Cambridge, 617-492-7679. Call Info+Group Sales 617.426.6912 FIFA: Montreal’s Festival of Films on Art including Apr 12 at 5:30 for full schedule. This intimate Harvard Square coffeehouse was p.m.—Tapies Tea, Apr 13 at 4:15 p.m.—Dancer: Jean-Pierre a starting place for folk icons like Joan Baez and Bob Dylan. Apr CHARLES PLAYHOUSE Perreault, Apr 13 at 6 p.m. & Apr 19 at 7:30 p.m.—Moshe CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY: 13 at 8 p.m.—Danielle Miraglia, tickets: $12; Apr 14 at 8 74 Warrenton St. Boston Safdie: The Power of Architecture; beginning Apr 16—New The Wheelock Family Theatre presents its pro- p.m.—Teddy Goldstein, tickets: $14; Apr 15 at 8 p.m.—Geoff 1.800.BLUEMAN blueman.com Animated and Short Films. duction of the Roald Dahl classic at its Fenway Muldaur, tickets: $20; Apr 20 at 8 p.m.—The Arrogant Worms ©BMP theater. Refer to listing, below. with Paul and Storm, tickets: $12; Apr 21 at 8 p.m.—Tom SIMONS IMAX THEATER, New England Aquarium, Central Russell, tickets: $20; Apr 23 at 6 & 9 p.m.—John Gorka with Wharf, 617-973-5200. Sun–Wed 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Thu–Sat: Rose Cousins, tickets: $25. 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9.50; seniors & children (3–11) $7.50. The Simons is PUPPET SHOWPLACE THEATRE, 32 Station St., Brookline, 617- THE MIDDLE EAST, 472 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, 617-864- the first large-format theater in Boston to have 3D viewing 731-6400. The first puppetry center in New England presents EAST. Doors open at 8 p.m., shows start at 9 p.m. unless other- capability. Now showing: Sharks 3D; Magnificent Desolation; the magical world of puppet theater, enlightening audiences of wise noted. Call for complete schedule. Whether Upstairs, Wild Safari; Deep Sea 3D. all ages. Weekday morning shows are appropriate for ages 3 to Downstairs or in the Corner, this club showcases the best in 6. Weekend matinee shows are appropriate for ages 4 to 9. alternative/indie rock bands. Apr 14—Bob Schneider with Tickets: $9.50. Apr 12 & 13 at 10:30 a.m.—The Frog Prince; Daniella Cotton, tickets: $15; Apr 18—Buckcherry, tickets: $20; KIDS CORNER Apr 14, 15 & 18 at 1 & 3 p.m.—Bingo the Circus Dog; Apr 19 Apr 21—WBCN Rock ‘n’ Roll Rumble Finals, with guests Taylor & 20 at 10:30 a.m.—Three Pigs and Other Tales; Apr 21–23 at Hawkins and The Coattail Riders, tickets: $12. BARBIE LIVE IN FAIRYTOPIA, The Wang Theatre, 270 1 and 3 p.m.—Jack and the Beanstalk. Tremont St., 800-447-7400. Performances: Apr 19 & 20 at 7 ORPHEUM THEATRE, 1 Hamilton Place, 617-931-2000. The p.m., Apr 21 at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Apr 22 & 23 at 11 a.m. SESAME STREET LIVE!, Agganis Arena at Boston University, 925 Orpheum opened in 1852 and was the sight of the first Boston and 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets: $15–38. Barbie’s wonderful fantasy Commonwealth Ave., 617-353-GOBU. Performances: Apr 20 & Symphony Orchestra performances and lectures by Booker T. world comes to life onstage for the first time ever as the 21 at 7 p.m., Apr 21 & 22 at 10:30 a.m., Apr 23 at 1 and 4 p.m. Washington and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Apr 21 at 7:30 p.m.— iconic character, starring as Elina—a beautiful flower fairy Tickets: $12–25. Join Grover, Ernie, Elmo and the rest of the The Dresden Dolls, tickets: $25. who longs to have wings—embarks on a musical adventure Sesame Street gang for “Out of This World,” a new show about how to save her beloved fairyland. children and cultures around the world are both alike and different. PARADISE ROCK CLUB, 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562- 8800. Call for complete schedule. An intimate setting with a big CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, Wheelock Family THE WIZARD OF OZ, Boston Children’s Theatre, McCormack sound, Paradise is one of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. All shows Theatre, 200 The Riverway, 617-879-2000. Performances: Fri at Theatre, UMass Boston, 100 Morrissey Blvd., 866-811-4111. 18+ unless otherwise noted. Apr 11 at 8 p.m.—Robert Earl 7:30 p.m. (except Apr 21), Sat & Sun at 3 p.m. Special 1 p.m. Performances: Apr 19, 21 & 23 at 2 p.m., Apr 22 at 10:30 Keen, tickets: $16.50; Apr 12 at 8 p.m.—Rhett Miller and The matinees Apr 18–21. Tickets: $12–20. Roald Dahl’s classic tells a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets: $20 & 22. Lions and tigers and bears Believers, tickets: $15; Apr 13 at 9 p.m.—Ghostface, tickets: the tale of five golden tickets, five “lucky” children and the one and Munchkins and more—oh, my! Celebrate the magic and $22; Apr 14 at 9 p.m.—The Slip, tickets: $16.50; Apr 15 at 9 and only “eccentric, effervescent, enigmatic” Willy Wonka. music of the beloved MGM movie, with the added flair of a p.m.—Shawn Mullins, tickets: $12; Apr 17 at 8 p.m.—Ladytron, 56 year tradition of “live theater for children by children.” tickets: $17; Apr 18 at 8 p.m.—Steve Howe, tickets: $20; Apr HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, 26 Oxford St., 19 at 8 p.m.—Sia, tickets: $14; Apr 20 at 9 p.m.—Particle with Cambridge, 617-495-3045. The world-renowned museum Pnuma Trio, tickets: $17; Apr 21 at 9 p.m.—Robert Pollard, tick- hosts family-friendly educational events. Apr 15 from 9:30 LIVE MUSIC ets: $16.50; Apr 22 at 9 p.m.—Railroad Earth, tickets: $15; Apr a.m.–noon—Mysteries of Metamorphosis, discover how animals 23 at 8 p.m.—Stephen Marley with Ky-mani Marley, tickets: $19. and plants morph throughout their lives by using tools to exam- AGGANIS ARENA, Boston University, 925 Commonwealth Ave., ine finds such as bones and shells; Apr 17–21 from 9 a.m.– 617-931-2000. This new venue is a state-of-the-art, multipur- PIANO LOUNGE, Hampshire House, 84 Beacon St., 617-227- 5 p.m.—Spring Break Scavenger Hunt, learn about sprouting pose entertainment center with more than 7,200 seats for con- 9600. Wed–Sat, from 9 p.m.–midnight, tickets: $5 Wed, $10 seeds and baby animals and search for clues throughout the certs, sporting events and family shows. Apr 12 at 7:30 p.m.— Thu, $15 Fri and $20 Sat. Broadway favorites and other classic ___ galleries for a secret message about the arrival of spring. Franz Ferdinand with Death Cab for Cutie, tickets: $35. songs performed by pianist/vocalist Bobby Wetherbee. ___ 26 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 27 REGATTABAR, third floor of The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St., 110TH BOSTON MARATHON, Town of Hopkinton to Copley BROAD COMEDY, Stuart Street Playhouse, Radisson Hotel, 200 Cambridge, 617-661-5099. Apr 11 at 7:30 p.m.—Steve Smith Square in Boston, www.bostonmarathon.com. Apr 17. From the Stuart St., 800-447-7400. Performances: Sat at 8 p.m. Tickets: and Vital Information, tickets: $22.50; Apr 13 at 7:30 p.m.— grueling climb of Heartbreak Hill to the final stretch through $28.50, students $20. They’re savvy, irreverent, and probably Obbini Tumbao, tickets: $12; Apr 14 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.— Kenmore Square, the Boston Marathon is known worldwide as one being followed by Karl Rove in a big black Hummer. The Nicole Nelson with Dwight Ritcher, tickets: $15; Apr 15 at 7:30 of the most prestigious and oldest road races in the world. The acclaimed sketch comedy show, described as a mix of Jon and 10 p.m.—Janis Siegel Group, tickets: $25; Apr 18 at 7:30 streets of Boston and its western suburbs are lined with roaring Stewart, “Saturday Night Live” and The Vagina Monologues, is a p.m.—Darren Barrett/Myron Walden Quintet, tickets: $15; Apr spectators offering their support to the world-class athletes and sure hit for both women and men.

20–22 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.—Ahmad Jamal, tickets: $27.50. countless amateurs that run the 26.2 miles of this race annually. curr CHRISTINE JORGENSEN REVEALS, The Theater Offensive, SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB, DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, 400 BOSTON RED SOX MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Boston Center for the Arts, Roberts Studio Theatre, Calderwood Soldiers Field Road, 617-562-4111. Showtimes: Tue–Thu at 8 Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-482-4SOX. Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617- and 10 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 and 10:30 p.m., Sun at 7 and 9 Apr 11 (home opener) at 2:05 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays 933-8600. Performances: Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri and Sat at 8 p.m., ents

p.m. Combination tickets include dinner and show. Apr 11— Apr 12 & 13 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Toronto Blue Jays Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $39. Bradford Louryk brings his lipsynched ent e

v Tessa Souter, tickets: $16, $56 with dinner; Apr 12–15—Tower Apr 14 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Seattle Mariners recreation of America’s first famous transsexual’s only recorded of Power, tickets: $38, $78 with dinner; Apr 19—Marianne Apr 15 at 1:20 p.m. vs. Seattle Mariners interview to life. The result is a disarming and enlightening new Solivan Quartet, tickets: $20, $60 with dinner; Apr 20—Willie Apr 16 at 2:05 p.m. vs. Seattle Mariners play about personhood and the nature of humanity in which Ms. and Lobo, tickets: $20, $60 with dinner; Apr 21 & 22—Larry Apr 17 at 11:05 a.m. vs. Seattle Mariners Jorgensen—displaying extraordinary intellect, charisma, poise Carlton, tickets: $26, $66 with dinner. Apr 18–20 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Devil Rays and grace—speaks candidly about her sensational life. v ent e

SOMERVILLE THEATRE, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, 617- MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, Stuart Street Playhouse, Radisson ents 625-4088. Apr 14 at 8 p.m.—Hugh Masekela, tickets: $28 & THEATER Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 800-447-7400. Performances: Thu & Fri at 35; Apr 15 at 8 p.m.—Solas, tickets: $22 & 28. 8 p.m., Sat & Sun at 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets: $42.50. This hilarious BLUE MAN GROUP, Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 617- celebration of women and “the change” starts with four ladies at TOP OF THE HUB, Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-536-1775. 931-2787 or 617-426-6912. Performances: Wed & Thu at 8 a Bloomingdale’s lingerie sale who bond over their menopausal

curr Enjoy food, drink and the best view in Boston as you swing to p.m., Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 4, 7 and 10 p.m., Sun at 2 and 5 p.m. ailments—memory loss, brain skips, hot flashes, night sweats, live jazz and classics from the Great American Songbook. Apr Tickets: $48–58. This giddily subversive off-Broadway hit fea- not enough sex, too much sex and more. The joyful musical 10, 16, 17 & 23 at 8 p.m.—Marty Ballou Trio; Apr 11–13, Apr tures three muted, blue-painted performers who spoof both con- parodies 28 classic Baby Boomer songs. 18–20 at 8:30 p.m.—Chris Taylor Trio; Apr 14, 25, 21 & 22 at LA TRAVIATA: The Boston Lyric Opera stages temporary art and modern technology through wry commentary 9 p.m.—Chris Taylor Quartet; Apr 16 & 23 at noon—Lee its final performance of the Verdi melodrama and bemusing antics. The show has been updated to include MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT, The Colonial Theatre, 106 Childs Group. on April 11 at the Shubert Theatre. Refer to new performance pieces, new music and alterations to the Boylston St., 617-931-2787. Performances through Apr 15: listing, left. sound and lighting design. Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 OPERA

LA TRAVIATA, Boston Lyric Opera, The Shubert Theatre, 265 re-enact the battles of Lexington and Concord that occured in April Tremont St., 800-447-7400. Apr 11 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: of 1775, eventually leading to our country’s independence. Apr 17 $34–112.A co-production with Opera Colorado, Verdi’s tragic tale at 5:30 a.m.—Re-enactment of the Battle of Lexington Green, of doomed love and the culture clash between the hedonistic Lexington Battle Green, Route 2 and Mass. Ave., Lexington. British bohemians and the scandalized middle class is accented by exqui- and American Revolutionary War re-enactors depict the skirmish that site and colorful costumes and a veteran BLO production team. took place early on the morning of April 19, 1775. Parades and other ceremonies follow; Apr 17 at 8:30 a.m.—Re-enactment of the Concord Conflict, North Bridge in Concord, followed by Concord’s SPECIAL EVENTS P-Day parade; Apr 17 at 7:30 p.m.—Fifth annual candelight remembrance ceremony at North Bridge, featuring patriotic music. BIG APPLE CIRCUS, City Hall Plaza, 617-482-8616. Performances: Wed–Fri at 6:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 12:30 and PATRIOTS DAY IN BOSTON, City Hall Plaza. Apr 17 at 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Special matinees: Apr 12 & 13 at 11 a.m., Apr 14, Meet at City Hall for the traditional 9 a.m. flag rising ceremony, 18–21 at 1 p.m. Tickets: $12.50–54. The 28th season under the then follow the parade to Hanover Street in the North End for a big top celebrates the silver screen with the new show Grandma re-enactment of the famous 1775 midnight ride of Paul Revere Goes to Hollywood. This one-ring circus features star clown per- and William Dawes. Dawes’ ride re-enactment occurs at Eliot former “Grandma” bringing the movies to life with acrobats and Square in Roxbury and Revere’s ride takes place at the Old North ® jugglers, dogs and horses, high-flying men and women and Church on Hanover Street. WINNER! 3 TONY AWARDS! clowns in a show you won’t soon forget.

CHAMPIONS ON ICE, TD Banknorth Garden, 100 Legends Way, SPORTS 617-931-2000. Apr 22 at 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets: $35–150. APRIL 20-23 Sponsored by John Hancock, the Champions on Ice tour unites BOSTON BRUINS NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE some of the world’s most gifted and beloved figure skaters— TD Banknorth Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-624-1000 THE COLONIAL THEATRE including 2006 Olympic silver medalist Sasha Cohen, Michelle Apr 10 at 7 p.m. vs. Washington Capitals Kwan, Irina Slutskaya, Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto and many Apr 13 at 7 p.m. vs. Montreal Canadiens others—in a spectacular display of grace and skating technique. Prices include service, handling and 617.931.2787 facility fees. All sales final, no exchanges or refunds. Prices, PATRIOTS DAY EVENTS IN LEXINGTON AND CONCORD, various BOSTON CELTICS NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION shows, dates, schedules and artists Ticketmaster.com are subject to change. sites in Lexington and Concord, visit www.battleroad.org for com- TD Banknorth Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-523-3030 plete event information. All events are free and open to public spec- Apr 14 at 7:30 p.m. vs. New Jersery Nets GROUPS (20+): 617.482.8616 TTY 617.426.3444 tators. Apr 15–17. From Battle Road at Merriams Corner in Concord Apr 17 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Cleveland Cavaliers ___ to the fighting at Battle Green in Lexington, countless performers Apr 19 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Miami Heat ___ 28 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 29 CLUBS & BARS and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37.50–90. Winner of the 2005 Tony PUBS AND BARS Award for Best Musical, this outrageous new comedy is lovingly ripped off from the classic film Monty Python and The Holy Grail. THE BELL IN HAND TAVERN, 45 Union St., 617-227- Directed by Tony Award-winner Mike Nichols, this hilarious spoof 2098. Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m. Opened in 1795, the Bell in tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as Hand is the oldest tavern in the U.S. This casual pub, they embark on a quest for the Holy Grail, encountering flying offering pints, food and live music, attracts locals, stu- cows, killer rabbits and taunting Frenchmen along the way. dents, and tourists alike. Tue—Karaoke night.

ORPHEUS X, American Repertory Theatre, Zero Arrow Theatre, BILL’S BAR, 5.5 Lansdowne St., 617-421-9678. Wed–Sat Zero Arrow St., Cambridge, 617-547-8300. Performances 9 p.m.–2 a.m.; Sun 10 p.m.–2 a.m. Call for cover and age through Apr 23: Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 2 restrictions. A laid-back, no frills, no fuss bar with music and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets: $15–48. The poet Orpheus entertainment nightly. Sun—Reggae Sundays.

ents risked death to rescue Eurydice from the underworld. They had

v almost reached the surface when he looked back—and lost her THE CACTUS CLUB, 939 Boylston St., 617-236-0200. forever. Composer and performer Rinde Eckert and director Sun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Thu ‘til 11 p.m.; Fri–Sat ‘til

Robert Woodruff (Highway Ulysses) join forces to create another midnight; bar open ’til 2 a.m. daily. Famous for its mar- clubs & bar world premiere, a contemporary retelling of the Orpheus legend garitas, this restaurant and bar offers a full lunch and din- designed by acclaimed video artist Denise Marika. ner menu. Sun 10 p.m.–midnight—Free taco bar.

ent e THE ROAD HOME: RE-MEMBERING AMERICA, Huntington CASK ’N FLAGON, 62 Brookline Ave, 617-536-4840. Theatre Company, Wimberly Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the Sun–Wed 11:30–1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. A hangout for Boston Center for the Arts, 527 Tremont St., 617-266-0800. Red Sox fans since the days of Yastrzemski and Fisk, Performances: Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 this classic bar boasts tons of TVs for watching the Sox— p.m., Sun at 7 p.m. Tickets: $15–52. As he drove home cross- if you get shut out of Fenway Park across the street—and

curr country to New York City following 9/11, playwright/actor Marc is loaded with photos depicting the histories of Fenway Wolf (Another American: Asking and Telling ) interviewed his fel- and the Sox. Weekend nights DJs spin hits from the ’70s low Americans to create this one-man show. Profoundly moving and ’80s, and patrons can enjoy foosball, pinball and CHEERS: The place where everybody knows your and highly entertaining, this world premiere is a provocative por- video games. name offers top pub grub and plenty of brew at the trait of a complex and resilient nation. BROAD COMEDY: The acclaimed, irreverent original location on Beacon Street and at its newer s sketch comedy show continues at the Stuart CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Daily 11 site at Faneuil Hall Marketplace (pictured above). SHEAR MADNESS, Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton St., Street Playouse. Refer to listing, page 29. a.m.–12:30 a.m. Also: Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The Refer to listing, left. 617-426-5225. Performances: Tue–Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 6:30 and model for the late sitcom, this Back Bay pub is one of 9:30 p.m., Sun at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $34–50. Boston’s the top tourist attractions in Boston. Live weekend hilarious whodunnit where the audience takes a stab at catching entertainment. the killer. Become an armchair sleuth in the longest-running non- TICKETS Shamrock offers an escape from the nearby activity of musical play in U.S. history. DAISY BUCHANAN’S, 240 Newbury St., 617-247-8516. Daily Quincy Market. Menu items include burgers, sandwiches, BOSTIX, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Copley Square, 617- 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. No cover. Cash only. Located on Boston’s hearty pastas, fresh seafood, tender steaks and more. After THE SWEETEST SWING IN BASEBALL, Boston Theatre Works, 723-5181. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Faneuil Hall location hopping Newbury Street, this casual singles spot attracts col- dark, The Purple Shamrock has nightly entertainment, includ- Plaza Theatre, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., 617- closed Mon); Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Information and tickets, lege students, businessmen and women, and even the occa- ing a mix of live music, Tuesday karaoke and DJs. 933-8600. Performances beginning Apr 13: Thu & Fri at 8 including half-price seats on day of event, for the best perform- sional professional athlete, and remains one of the city’s p.m., Sat at 4 and 8:30 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $24–30. ing arts around Boston. Subject to availability. most popular bars. Full kitchen serves pub-style food seven TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., 617-536-1775. Listen Celebrated painter Dana Fielding winds up in a psychiatric hos- nights a week. to the sounds of live jazz seven nights a week while experi- pital where she finds inspiration from the unlikeliest of BOSTON CITYPASS, www.citypass.com. Visit six of Boston’s encing the breathtaking view atop Boston’s Prudential Center. sources—legendary baseball bad boy Darryl Strawberry. This best attractions for one low price. Save 50% and avoid ticket DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall Featuring a midnight menu, Sun–Wed ’til 1 a.m.; Thu–Sat funny and caustic play by Rebecca Gilman (Spinning into lines. Booklet price: $39; youth (3–11) $19.50. Ticket booklets Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m. Live ’til 2 a.m. Butter) explores the pressures of success and surviving life in are available at the first attraction visited and are valid for a music seven nights a week. No cover, no dress code and cer- the spotlight. year. The CityPass ticket booklet includes admission to six tainly no class. Seventy-four kinds of beer for the novice or major attractions: the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and serious sudster, and a full bar for the hardcore. This restau- NIGHTCLUBS TALLEY’S FOLLY, Lyric Stage Company, 140 Clarendon St., 617- Museum, New England Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts, rant (of sorts) features buckets of messy ribs, shrimp, lobster, 437-7172. Performances through Apr 22: Wed & Thu at 7:30 Museum of Science, Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential chicken, catfish and crab legs. THE ALLEY, One Boylston Place, 617-351-7000. Fri–Sat p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: Center and Harvard Museum of Natural History. 10 p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5–10. Located in the famous $20–45. At the height of World War II, Matt Friedman, a 42-year- JULIEN BAR, Langham Hotel, 250 Franklin St., 617-451- Boylston Street alleyway, this one-stop nightspot includes old Jewish accountant living in St. Louis, wants to marry 31-year- EXPLORERS PASS, Available at 60 Rowes Wharf, 800-887- 1900. No cover. Enjoy cocktails and piano entertainment the Big Easy Bar, The Alley Cat, Sweetwater Cafe and the old spinster Sally Talley and rescue her from rural Missouri and 9103. Pass price: $35. The pass offers admission to 10 top in this historic lounge, voted Boston’s “Best Fancy Bar.” Liquor Store, where you can ride Boston’s only mechanical her family of eccentrics. Two unlikely lovers expose their inner- Boston attractions—including the New England Aquarium, JFK Mon–Sat from 11 p.m.–1 a.m.—Pianist Jeffrey Moore per- bull. Party Mardi Gras-style on Boston’s version of most secrets and dreams in this tender and heartfelt Pulitzer Presidential Library and Boston Harbor Cruises—over a two-day forms. Sun from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.—Sunday Jazz Brunch in Bourbon Street. Prize-winning classic by Lanford Wilson (Burn This). period. Card holders are entitled to preferred entry at select Café Fleuri. attractions and savings of up to 20% at shops and restaurants. ARIA, 246 Tremont St., 617-338-7080. Thu–Sat 11 p.m.–2 WICKED, The Opera House, 539 Washington St., 617-931-2787. THE OAK BAR, Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. James a.m. Cover: $5–20. Call for age restrictions. Located in the Performances beginning Apr 12: Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 Ave., Copley Square, 617-267-5300. No cover. A favorite basement of the Wilbur Theatre, this nightspot features chic p.m., Sat at 2 and 8 p.m., Sun at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: TRANSPORTATION among the fine scotch and cigar crowd, The Oak Bar is a decor with plush red couches and dance music—from $30–132.50. Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Boston favorite for upscale lounging. Sun–Thu 10:30 International to House. Dress to impress. Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One—born with BOSTON TOWN CAR, 617-782-4000. Downtown to Logan: a.m.–midnight, Fri ‘til 12:30 a.m. and Sat ‘til 1 a.m. Fri & emerald green skin—is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other $20; Back Bay to Logan: $25. Lincoln Town Car executive Sat—Bill Loughlin Quartet performs. AVALON, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. Thu–Sun 10 is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two grow to sedans available at reasonable rates. Professional, courteous p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $10–20. 19+ Thu & Fri. One of Boston’s become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch drivers for tours, airport, getting around town and long distance THE PURPLE SHAMROCK, 1 Union St., 617-227-2060. Daily premier nightclubs featuring Euro and Top 40 dance nights. ___ makes for the most spellbinding new musical in years. runs. All major credit cards accepted. 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m. Located on the Freedom Trail, The Purple It’s also the city’s largest club venue for live music acts. ___ 30 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 31 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Thu—Fling night; Fri—renowned DJs from around the world BOSTON at Avaland; Sat—Tease with DJ Adilson; Sun—Gay Night. BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM, Museum Wharf, 300 AXIS, 13 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2437. Daily 10 p.m.–2 Congress St., 617-426-8855. Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri a.m.; closed Tue & Wed. Cover: $5–20. 19+. Mon—Static, ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $9; children (2–15) & seniors $7; chil- gay night; Fri & Sat—Hip-hop and R&B. dren (one-year-olds only) $2; children (under 1) free; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. The museum features a plethora of BOSTON BILLIARD CLUB, 126 Brookline Ave., 617-536- interactive exhibits that allow children to learn about science, POOL. Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–2 a.m.; Sun noon–2 a.m. 18+ history and culture firsthand. Exhibits include: Construction Sun–Thu. Ranked Number One Billiard Club in the country by Zone, a child-sized work site with miniature skyscrapers Billiards Digest, this nightspot is perfect for pool aficionados inspired by the Big Dig; Arthur’s World, settings of the popular and novices alike. Free parking. Mon—free lessons; Wed— book series where children can write and star in their own Music Trivia Night & Ladies’ Night: each lady gets 25% off Arthur adventures; Boston Black, celebrating Boston’s “The Original” “The Replica” table time, four ladies per table play for free; Mon, Tue & Caribbean, African and African-American cultures; Your 84 Beacon Street Faneuil Hall Marketplace Thu—League Night. House, My House, an investigation of homes from around the Beacon Hill Downtown world; Dragons and Fairies, an exploration of Viet Nam

s 617-227-9605 617-227-0150 GAME ON, 82 Lansdowne St., 617-351-7001. Mon–Fri 11:30 through folktales. Refer to Kids Corner for special events. a.m.–2 a.m.; Sat & Sun 10 a.m.–2 a.m. The ultimate for any Redeem this coupon for sports club enthusiasts: a bar/restaurant/nightclub built COMMONWEALTH MUSEUM, Massachusetts Archives inside Fenway Park. The newest jewel in the renovation of Building, 220 Morrissey Blvd., 617-727-9268. Mon–Fri from 10% off in our gift shop or the Fenway area, this nightspot offers a cool, sleek spot in 9 a.m.–5 p.m., second and fourth Sat of the month ’til 3 p.m. from your restaurant bill at which to sample a full menu and watch the Sox, and other Free admission. Across from the JFK Presidential Library, this our C locations sporting events, on any number of big-screen TVs. museum houses the collection of the Massachusetts 5 0

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be used in conjunction with any other offer. Expires December 31, 2006. a 617-437-0300. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–2 a.m, Sun noon–2 a.m. The Acadian Exile in Massachusetts, 1755–1766. P Sun–Thu 18+. One of Boston’s largest entertainment com- INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART: The plexes, this fun and diverse club features 50 pool tables, 200 GIBSON HOUSE MUSEUM, 137 Beacon St., 617-267-6338. Back Bay museum presents Living in Motion: Design Pub • Restaurant • Gift Shop high-tech games, blackjack for fun and six full bars. Lucky Open Wed–Sun for guided tours at 1, 2 & 3 p.m. Admission: and Architecture for Flexible Dwelling, its last exhibi-

clubs & bar www.cheersboston.com Strike Lanes bowling is located on the third floor, and there’s $7; students & seniors $5; children $2. A National Historic tion before moving to its new waterfront home this late-night dancing at Tequila Rain (“spring break 52 weeks a Landmark, the Gibson House, completed in 1860, is an fall. Refer to listing, left. year”) on the first floor. Proper dress required. unspoiled, single-family Victorian row house in the Back Bay. Now a museum offering guided tours of its four floors, the SAINT, Copley Square Hotel, 90 Exeter St., 617-236-1134. house retains a perfectly preserved 19th-century kitchen, Daily 5 p.m.–2 a.m.; closed Tue & Wed. Table reservations scullery, butler’s pantry and water closets, as well as formal theaters, 20 video presentations and more. Special exhibits: A available. One of Boston’s hottest nightclubs, Saint offers rooms and private family quarters filled with the Gibsons’ origi- Journey Home, John F. Kennedy and Ireland explores President gourmet dining, nightly DJs, and the chance to lounge on nal furniture and personal possessions. Kennedy’s relationship to his ancestral homeland; Handmade overstuffed couches (and even beds) in private and public and Heartfelt, Folk Art from the collections of the John F.

rooms. Proper dress required. INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART, 955 Boylston St., 617- Kennedy Presidential Library. Special event: Apr 10 at 5:30 alleries 266-5152. Open Tue, Wed & Fri noon–5 p.m., Thu ’til 9 p.m.; Sat p.m.—A Conversation with Frank McCourt; Apr 17 at 10:30 & Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7; students & seniors $5; a.m.—National Marionette Theatre presents Peter Pan. Free and GAY AND LESBIAN children (under 12) free; Thu 5–9 p.m. Free. Installations of open to the public, reservations required. contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs change CLUB CAFE, 209 Columbus Ave., 617-536-0966. Thu–Sat 11 regularly. Special exhibit: Living in Motion, design and architec- LARZ ANDERSON AUTO MUSEUM, Larz Anderson Park, 15 a.m.–2 a.m. No cover. In the back of the 209 restaurant, ture for flexible dwelling. Special events: Apr 14 at 8 p.m.— Newton St., Brookline, 617-522-6547. Open Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 you’ll find the Moonshine and Satellite lounges, voted “Best Screening of experimental film and video by Suara Welitoff and p.m. Admission: $5; students, seniors and children (6–18) $3; of Boston” by Boston magazine and The Improper Bostonian Luther Price, free with admission; Apr 18 at 8 p.m.—Music children (5 and under) free. Admission to the Lawn events: $7; for best gay and lesbian nightspot. Wed–Sat at 8 p.m.— from Tim Berne and Big Satan, tickets: $10. children $5. Fee includes admission to all museum exhibits. The Moonshine Video Bar. oldest collection of historic automobiles in the nation is displayed ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM, 280 The Fenway, in the owner’s original home. Special exhibit: L’automobile: A JACQUES CABARET, 79 Broadway St., 617-426-8902. 617-566-1401. Open Tue–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $10; Century of Innovation and Style, history of the French motor car. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–midnight, Sun noon–midnight. Cover: $6, weekends $11; seniors $7; students with I.D. $5; children Special event: Apr 22 at 8 p.m.—The Carriage House Concert $10 Fri & Sat. Cash only. Featured in Modern Bride as the (under 18) free. Visitors named Isabella are admitted free. Series presents Bill Staines, tickets: $14. “best place for a bachelorette party,” Jacques Cabaret allows Commissioned by Boston aristocrat Isabella Stewart Gardner its patrons to mingle and disco-dance with drag-queens. and modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palace, the museum THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY, 200 Mass. Ave., 888-222- Mon—Tranny show;Tue—Karaoke; Wed—Delightful Divas; exhibits 2,500 objects, including the works of Rembrandt, 3711. Open Tue–Sun from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; sen- Thu—Jacques Angels; Fri & Sat—Miss Leading Ladies; Botticelli, Raphael, Titian and Matisse. Special events: Apr 16 at iors, students with ID and youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) Sun—Amateur Talent Night. 6:30 p.m.—Young Artists Showcase: Efe Baltacigil, Anna and members free. Home to the world-famous Mapparium, a Polonsky, tickets: $5–20; Apr 23 at 1:30 p.m.—Sunday Concert three-story stained-glass globe depicting the world as it existed MACHINE, 1254 Boylston St., 617-536-1950. Fri & Sat 10 Series: Alford P. Rudnick Memorial Concert, tickets: $5–20. in 1934, which guests can walk through. Visitors to the library p.m.–2 a.m. Cover varies. Cash only. With two dance floors, can follow Mary Baker Eddy’s quest for insight and embark on four bars, six pool tables, pinball machines, video games and JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM, off one of their own through interactive exhibits in the Quest Gallery, theme nights, this club offers Boston’s gay and lesbian party- Morrissey Boulevard, next to UMass Boston, Dorchester, 866- or try out a “desk job” at the Pulitzer Prize-winning Christian goers a plethora of nightlife options. Mon—Stroke Mondays, 535-1960. www.jfklibrary.org. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Science Monitor. Strip-Pool tournament; Thu at 10 p.m.—Karaoke with Eve Admission: $10; students & seniors $8; children (13–17) $7; Adams; Fri—VJ Tom Yaz and DJ Darrin Friedman; Sat—DJ children (under 12) free; library forums free. This museum por- MCMULLEN MUSEUM OF ART, Boston College, 140 Common- ___ Dovah and International night featuring DJ J.R. Vega. trays Kennedy’s life, leadership and legacy in 21 exhibits, three wealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, 617-552-8100. Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–4 ___ ABOVE: VERNER PANTON, PHANTOM CHAIRS/ TABLES, 1998 32 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 33 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Free admission. Gallery tours held for hours and admission fees. The museum displays European every Fri at 12:30 p.m. This museum is lauded for presenting and American masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the present interdisciplinary exhibits that spark new questions and and hosts concerts and guided tours. Special exhibits: American renowned for its European, Asian and American collections. Art Since 1950; Investigating the Renaissance; American Special exhibit: Secular/Sacred: 11–16th Century Works. Watercolors & Pastels, 1875–1950.

THE MUSEUM OF AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORY, African Meeting HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, 26 Oxford St., House, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon Hill, 617-725- 617-495-3045. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; college 0022. www.afroammuseum.org. Open Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. students & seniors $6; children (3–18) $5; free Sun 9 Free admission; donations welcome. Explore the history of a.m.–noon and Wed 3–5 p.m. Among the museum’s 17 gal- Boston’s 19th-century African-American community at the leries is the internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of African Meeting House, the oldest African-American church still Blaschka Glass Models of Plants, a unique collection of over standing in the United States. In addition, there are tour maps 3,000 glass flower models created between 1886 and 1936. available for the Black Heritage Trail. Special exhibit: beginning Special exhibits: Dodos, Trilobites and Meteorites; Climate Apr 18—Soul Cinema: Black Films and Black Stars Change: Our Global Experiment. (1919–1963). MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER, 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680. THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL CENTER OF AFRO- Tue–Sun noon–6 p.m.; Fri ’til 8 p.m. Free admission. One of AMERICAN ARTISTS, 300 Walnut Ave., Roxbury, 617-442- Boston’s premier showcases for contemporary art, the List 8614. Open Tue–Sun 1–5 p.m.; by appointment for groups. Center reflects MIT’s position as a cutting-edge research insti- Admission: $4; students & seniors $3. Housed in the former Oak tution by presenting works from the world’s leading contempo- Bend Mansion, a neo-Gothic structure built in the early 1870s, rary artists. this museum holds a slide archive and an extensive collection of

African artifacts, prints and drawings; it also hosts national and THE MIT MUSEUM, 265 Mass. Ave., 617-253-4444. Mon–Fri 10 m international traveling exhibits. a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $5; students,

seniors & youth (5–18) $2. Exhibits interpret themes and ideas useums & g MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300. PHOTO © MUSEUM OF F INE A RTS, BOSTON related to MIT research and activities. Ongoing exhibits: Mind Open Sat–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–9:45 p.m. MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS: The annual Art In and Hand: The Making of MIT Scientists and Engineers; (Thu & Fri after 5 p.m., west wing only). Admission (includes Bloom event, combining colorful flower Holography: The Light Fantastic; Robots and Beyond: Exploring two visits in a 10-day period): $15; students & seniors $13; Thu arrangements with great art, begins April 22. Artificial Intelligence at MIT; Gestural Engineering: The Sculpture & Fri after 5 p.m., $2 discount; Wed after 4 p.m., pay as you Refer to listing, left. of Arthur Ganson; Shipbuilding in Massachusetts 100 Years Ago. wish; children (under 18) $6.50 on weekdays before 3 p.m., Special exhibits: Finding Form: The Art of Richard Filipowski; alleries free at all other times. Separate ticketing for Gund Gallery Scopes, Station Wagons and Solder: Unexpected Images from exhibit. The museum houses an outstanding collection of paint- the Rad Lab and RLE Collections. ings, prints, sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from Bruins Hall of Fame portraits, the Boston Garden Penalty Box, ancient times through the present, and the most comprehen- New England’s Olympic Heroes and much more. SACKLER MUSEUM, Quincy and Broadway streets, 617-495- Fine Vintage Posters sive collection of Asiatic art in the world. Special exhibits: Degas 9400. Tours: Mon–Fri at 2 p.m.; see Busch-Reisinger Museum to Picasso: Modern Masters; Tradition and Transformation: U.S.S. CONSTITUTION MUSEUM, Charlestown Navy Yard, for hours and admission fees. Designed by James Stirling,

Japanese Art 1860–1940; David Hockney Portraits; Light My Charlestown, 617-426-1812. Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free Britain’s famous post-modernist architect, the museum houses alleries Fire: Rock Posters from the Summer of Love; through Apr admission. The museum preserves the treasures of “Old ancient Oriental and Islamic collections. Special exhibits: Frank 16—Facets of Cubism. Special event: beginnning Apr 22—Art Ironsides,” the U.S. Navy’s flagship and the world’s oldest com- Stella 1958; Evocative Creatures: Animal Motifs and Symbols in in Bloom 2006. missioned warship. Includes weapons, documents, journals and East Asian Art; Alexander’s Image and the Beginning of Greek more. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to load and fire a can- Portraiture; Tablet and the Pen, drawings from the Islamic World. MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, Science Park, 617-723-2500. Open non, try out a sailor’s sleeping quarters and virtually command daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors the Constitution in battle. useums & g $12; children (3–11) $11; children (under 3) free. Planetarium, BEYOND BOSTON laser show and Omni theater tickets: $8.50; seniors $7.50; chil- m dren (3–11) $6.50. Combination ticket prices and evening dis- CAMBRIDGE CONCORD MUSEUM, 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978- counts available. Interactive science exhibits, plus laser and 369-9763. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. astronomy shows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium. Special Due to limited parking, it is best to take the Red Line when Admission: $8; seniors & students with I.D. $7; children exhibit: Star Wars, Where Science Meets Imagination, ticketed traveling to Harvard, Central or Kendall squares. The (6–17) $5; family rates available. Ample free parking on separately: $20, $18 seniors, $17 children. Special event: Apr Cambridge Discovery Booth located at the Harvard Square Cambridge Turnpike. Relive Concord’s history, from Native 19 at 6 p.m.—Lecture: Return to the Moon and On to Mars: A “T” entrance provides additional information. American habitation and European settlement to the days of Discussion of NASA’s Vision for Human Space Exploration. At the Emerson, Thoreau, the Alcotts and Hawthorne. Special exhibit: Mugar Omni Theater: Refer to Film listings in Currently for com- BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM, Werner Otto Hall, 32 Quincy St. beginning Apr 21—The Purse and the Person: A Century of plete schedule. Showing at the Planetarium: Far, Far Away: The (enter through the Fogg Art Museum), 617-495-9400. Open Women’s Purses. Worlds of Star Wars; Countdown to Supernova. At the Wright 3D Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Tours: Mon–Fri at 1 Theater: AnimalVision; Mars!; Bugs! p.m. Admission: $7.50, seniors & college students $6; children DECORDOVA MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE PARK, 51 Sandy (under 18) free; Sat 10 a.m.–noon, free. A museum devoted to Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-259-8355. Admission: $9; seniors, SPORTS MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND, 5th and 6th floor premi- Central and Northern European artists, with an emphasis on students & children (6–12) $6. Sculpture Park: open sunrise um seating levels, TD Banknorth Garden, Causeway Street, 617- German-speaking countries. Special exhibits: Extra Ordinary to sunset, free admission. Tour one of the largest contempo- 624-1234. Open daily 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission on the hour Every Day: The Bauhaus at the Busch-Reisinger; Objects for a rary art museums and the only permanent public sculpture only, until 3 p.m. Hours altered during TD Banknorth Garden Kunstkammer: Early European Collecting, 1550–1700; Tempo, park in New England. Special exhibits: Great Buys: Museum 205 Newbury Street events, call ahead. Admission: $6; seniors & children (6–17) $4; Tempo, the Bauhaus photomontages of Marianne Brandt. Purchases, celebrating ten years of the Art Acquisition Fund; Open Daily, Parking Available children (under 6) free. The Sports Museum showcases New Recent Print Acquisitions; through Apr 16—The Workshop www.internationalposter.com England’s rich sports heritage through an unparalleled collection FOGG ART MUSEUM, Quincy and Broadway streets, 617-495- Portfolios; Software Art; James Surls: The Splendora Years 617-375-0076 ___ of artifacts, multimedia and artwork. Exhibits include the Boston 9400. Tours: Mon–Fri at 11 a.m.; see Busch-Reisinger Museum 1977–1997; beginning Apr 16—Ornamental Art VII. ___ ABOVE: JOHN S INGLETON C OPLEY, H ENRY PELHAM (BOY WITH A S QUIRREL), 1765 34 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 35 NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home, garden p.m., Thu 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: 781-861-6559. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. Free and commercial environments. The gallery also boasts an out- $3. PRC exhibitions and educational programs are guided by a admission. Devoted to presenting exhibitions on American history door sculpture garden. Over 75 U.S. and international artists philosophical inquiry into the intersection of photography with and popular culture as a way of preserving our national heritage. are represented in various mediums, including glass, ceram- other aesthetic, professional and critical discourses. Special Special exhibits: American Family Treasures: Decorative Arts From ics, wood, stone, mixed media and textiles. Special exhibit: exhibit: LAND/MARK: Locative Media and Photography. the D.J. and Alice Shumway Nadeau Collection; From Sea to Outer Dimensions, outdoor sculptures by Rob Lorenson. Shining Sea: A Collaborative Quilt From the Rose Baker Senior PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat Center; Picturing What Matters: An Offering of Photographs from MILLS GALLERY, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m. Features work by Israeli, The George Eastman House Collection; beginning Apr 15— 617-426-8835. Wed & Thu noon–5 p.m., Fri & Sat noon–10 American and internationally known contemporary artists. The Gershwin to Gillespie: Portraits in American Music. p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The BCA presents exciting contempo- Boston Phoenix writes, “You can make a case for the Pucker rary works by established and emerging local, regional, national Gallery as Boston’s best gallery—though it’s really more like a PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM, East India Square, Salem, 866-745- and international visual artists, mounting approximately six wonderful miniature museum.” Special exhibits: through Apr 1876. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $13; seniors $11; students large-scale exhibitions in the 2,200 square foot Mills Gallery 20—Jeffrey Hessing: A Sparkling Life Force and Phil Rogers: A $9; children (16 and under) free. The nation’s oldest continually each year. Special exhibit: The Tipping Point: Health Narratives Single Form; beginning Apr 22—Out on a Ledge: The operating museum boasts a brand-new wing with a 190-seat from the South End. Photographs of Paul Cary Goldberg. auditorium and a glass-covered atrium. The collection showcases African, Asian, Pacific Island and American folk and decorative art; NIELSEN GALLERY, 179 Newbury St., 617-266-4835. Tue–Sat SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617-266- a maritime collection dating back to the museum’s earliest days; 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Renowned for its fine collection of contem- 1810. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest and the first collection of Native American art in the hemisphere. porary paintings, drawings and sculptures. Special exhibit: non-profit crafts organization in the country specializes in con- Special exhibits: Exposing the Source: Paintings of Nalini Malani; Works of Porfirio DiDonna. temporary American crafts. The jewelry, furniture, glass and Carved by Nature: Untamed Traditions in Chinese Decorative Art; ceramics range from cutting edge to traditional, from function- Owls in Art and Nature; All of My Life: Contemporary Works by PEPPER GALLERY, 38 Newbury St., 617-236-4495. Tue–Fri al to sculptural. Special exhibit: Watershed: 20th Anniversary of Native American Artists; Air Lines: Photographs by Alex MacLean; 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Committed to present- Ceramic Arts.

Taj Mahal: The Building of a Legend; Yin Yu Tang, the 16-bedroom ing contemporary representational and abstract works by living m home of a prosperous Chinese merchant of the Qing Dynasty artists, the gallery rotates its exhibitions every five weeks to VOSE GALLERIES, 238 Newbury St., 617-536-6176. Mon–

(1644–1911), ticketed separately: $4; beginning Apr 22— represent different members of the artistic community, both Fri 8:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Established useums & g Painting Summer in New England. INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY: The established and up-and-coming. Special exhibit: The Works of in 1841, Vose Galleries—the oldest family-owned art gallery Newbury Street gallery shows off the new Harold Reddicliffe. in the United States—specializes in American artists from THE ROSE ART MUSEUM, Brandeis University, 415 South St., treasures in its collection in the exhibit A the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries. Its new contempo- Waltham, 781-736-3434. Tue–Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $3; Blizzard of New Acquisitions! through April 15. PHOTOGRAPHIC RESOURCE CENTER, Boston University, 832 rary wing, expanding the collection to living artists, opened museum members and children (under 16) free. The Rose boasts a Refer to listing, below. Commonwealth Ave., 617-353-0700. Tue, Wed, & Fri 10 a.m.–6 in 2001. collection of modern and contemporary art by artists including de alleries Kooning, Rauschenberg and Warhol.

1 SALEM WITCH MUSEUM, 19 /2 Washington Square North, Salem, non-profit gallery is geared toward an interdisciplinary interpreta- 978-744-1692. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $6.50; seniors tion of art and culture and features exhibitions incorporating the $6; children (6–14) $4.50. Life-size stage settings and historically rich talent and resources found on campus as well as throughout accurate narration recreate the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials the the Boston area and beyond. Special exhibit: Annual CFA

and executions of 1692. Translations available in Japanese, Student Exhibitions. alleries French, German, Italian and Spanish. Special exhibit: Witches: Evolving Perceptions. BROMFIELD ART GALLERY, 27 Thayer St., 617-451-3605. Wed–Sat noon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery features shows by members of the cooperative, while exhibitions by visit- GALLERIES ing artists are selected by current members.

useums & g ARDEN GALLERY, 129 Newbury St., 617-247-0610. Mon–Sat 11 CHASE GALLERY, 129 Newbury St., 617-859-7222. Wed–Sat a.m.–5:30 p.m. Arden specializes in contemporary oil paintings noon–5 p.m. Since 1990, Chase Gallery has been one of the city’s m and sculpture by nationally and internationally renowned artists, top galleries for the exhibition of contemporary artists, both repre- whose styles range from super realism to abstraction. Special sentational and abstract. Special exhibit: Works by Stephen Coyle exhibit: Rhythm & Order by Norma Bessouet. and Tezh Modarressi.

BARBARA KRAKOW GALLERY, 10 Newbury St., 617-262-4490. CHILDS GALLERY, 169 Newbury St., 617-266-1108. Tue–Fri 9 Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow Gallery attracts a.m.–6 p.m.; Mon & Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The longest-running of top contemporary artists from around the world, showcasing work the commercial Newbury Street galleries, Childs has one of the that focuses on minimalism and conceptualism. Special exhibits: largest inventories of oil paintings, drawings, watercolors, and Barbara Broughel: The Broken Grid; Print Publishers Spotlight: prints in the U.S. Special exhibit: 69 at 169, Childs Gallery cele- Mixographia. brates 69 years at 169 Newbury St.

BOSTON SCULPTORS GALLERY, 486 Harrison Ave., 617-482- INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY, 205 Newbury St., 617- 7781. Tue–Sat noon–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative that has 375-0076. www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 served as an alternative venue for innovative solo sculpture exhi- p.m.; Sun noon–6 p.m. This internationally recognized fine art bitions since 1992. Special exhibits: through Apr 15—Works by poster gallery displays original vintage posters from the 1890s Laura Baring-Gould and Robert Schelling; beginning Apr 18— through to post-World War II modern masters. Special exhibit: Works by Beth Galston and Ann Torke through Apr 15—A Blizzard of New Acquisitions.

BOSTON UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY, 855 Commonwealth Ave., L’ATTITUDE GALLERY, 218 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. ___ 617-353-3329. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat & Sun 1–5 p.m. This Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun & Mon noon–5 p.m. Features ___ ABOVE: LEONETTO C APPIELLO, B ITTER C AMPARI ( DETAIL), 1921 36 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 37 CAMBRIDGE A A CHARLESTOWN A & SOMERVILLE •

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Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum J12 105 Shubert Theatre J9 Hyatt Harborside Hotel H15 ary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Frederick Law sightseeing Boston University G2 Sightseeing boats G13 Hyatt Regency Boston, Financial District H10 Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National Historic Landmark, Bunker Hill Monument B9 Simmons College K3 156 John Hancock Conference Center H7 the arboretum and its gardens contain more than 7,000 vari- Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map) C10 South Station Information Center J11 157 Jurys Boston H8 eties of trees, shrubs and flowers for your perusal. U.S.S. Constitution. Visitor center and bookstore open daily 9 Central Burying Ground H9 State House G9 Langham Hotel, Boston G11 Charles Playhouse J9 Suffolk University F9 158 a.m.–5 p.m. Monument open daily from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Free La Quinta Inn Boston/Somerville A7 1 BOSTON ATHENAEUM, 10 /2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270. admission. Check out “Whites of Their Eyes,” a dramatic multi- Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C11 Symphony Hall J5 159 Lenox Hotel H6 Cheers Bar G8 TD Banknorth Garden E10 116 Marriott Courtyard H7 Member hours: Tue–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Mon 8:30 a.m.–8 media presentation of the Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the first Children’s Museum J12 106 Tip O’Neill Building E9 160 Marriott’s Custom House G12 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Public tours: Tue & Thu at 3 p.m. major battles of the Revolution. Or climb the nearby Bunker Hill Christian Science Center J5 107 Transportation Building H9 Marriott Quincy L9 Reservations required. One of the oldest and most distinguished Monument, a 221-foot granite obelisk. Christopher Columbus Park F12 Trinity Church G7 161 The Midtown Hotel J6 private libraries in the United States, the Athenaeum was found- Citgo sign G3 USS Constitution (Charlestown map) D10 Millennium Bostonian Hotel F11 Colonial Theatre H9 USS Constitution Museum D10 ed in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallenged CHARLES RIVER ESPLANADE, 617-727-1188, Ext. 445. This Milner Hotel H9 center of intellectual life in Boston, and by 1851 it had become tree-lined park along the Charles River basin is a popular spot Conference Center at Harvard Medical J2 108 Wang Center for the Performing Arts J9 162 NINE ZERO Hotel G10 Copley Place J7 109 Wheelock College J2 163 Omni Parker House G10 one of the five largest libraries in the country. for leisurely strolls and picnics as well as recreational activities. Copley Square H7 Wilbur Theatre J9 Onyx Hotel E10 Sports enthusiasts are drawn to the 17-mile biking, jogging and Copley Theatre H7 World Trade Center J14 Radisson Hotel H8 BOSTON PUBLIC GARDEN, bordered by Arlington, Charles, walking path between the Museum of Science and Watertown, Copps Hill Burial Ground E11 110 Zoo New England/Franklin Park Zoo L6 164 Ramada Inn Boston L9 Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. while others flock to the water to sail, windsurf, canoe or kayak. Custom House Tower G12 111 CAMBRIDGE MAP Residence Inn by Marriott on Tudor Wharf D10 Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first public The nearby DCR Hatch Shell frequently hosts concerts and films, Cutlter Majestic Theatre H9 Ritz Carlton Boston Common H10 Downtown Crossing H10 Cambridge City Hall C4 Ritz Carlton Hotel G8 botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic and diverse as well as performances by the world-famous Boston Pops. Emerald Necklace J1-J11 CambridgeSide Galleria D7 Seaport Hotel K14 greenery, as well as sculptures, including one that commemo- Emerson College H9 112 Harvard Art Museums-Fogg/Sackler B3 165 Sheraton Boston H6 rates the popular children’s book Make Way for Ducklings. Other CUSTOM HOUSE TOWER, 3 McKinley Square, 617-310-6300. Emmanuel College J2 113 Harvard Museum of Natural HistoryA3166 Tremont House J9 fixtures include the Lagoon—home to the famed Swan Boats Free historical tours offered Mon–Thu 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., Fri & Exchange Conference Ctr. J15 114 Harvard Square B2 Westin Hotel/Copley Plaza J7 Faneuil Hall G11 Harvard University B2 from April through Labor Day—and the world’s smallest sus- Sat 4 p.m. Tours may be cancelled due to weather conditions, Wyndham Boston Hotel G12 pension bridge. call ahead. Boston’s first skyscraper, the Custom House stands Fenway Park H3 MIT E5 Wyndham Chelsea A12 Freedom Trail • • • • • G9 117 high over Boston Harbor as one of the city’s most impressive Government Center G10 HEALTHCARE CAMBRIDGE LODGING BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, landmarks. Crowned by its distinctive clock tower and restored Granary Burial Ground G10 118 Beth Israel Deaconess Med. Ctr.J2180 Charles Hotel B1 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m., with modern luxuries, the building epitomizes the preservation of Hatch Memorial Shell F7 Boston Medical Center L8 181 Hampton Inn/Cambridge C7 Sun 1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours offered Boston’s historic architecture. Today, the Marriott Corporation Haymarket (Open-air market) F11 Brigham & Women’s Hosp. K1 182 Harvard Square Hotel B1 maps Horticultural Hall J5 119 Children’s Hospital K2 183 Mon at 2:30 p.m., Tue & Thu at 6 p.m., Fri & Sat at 11 a.m., Sun operates this landmark. Hotel Marlowe D7 at 2 p.m. The first publicly supported municipal library in the Huntington Theatre Co./BU Theatre K5 Dana Farber Cancer Institute K1 184 Hotel at MIT D4 Hynes Convention Center H5 Harvard School of Public Health L2 185 Hyatt Regency/Cambridge E3 world hosts one million visitors a year, who come to view this EMERALD NECKLACE, parks throughout Boston, 617-232- Information Centers: Joslin Diabetes Center K1 184 Inn at Harvard B2 architectural masterpiece and its collection of more than five 5374. This world-famous string of parks was the brainchild of Boston Common G9 117 Longwood Medical area K2 Marriott/Cambridge Center E6 million books. Film festivals, exhibits and children’s programs renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, and took Prudential Center H6 120 Mass. Eye & Ear InfirmaryE8186 Radisson Hotel/Cambridge D2 run throughout the year. almost 20 years to complete. The six green spaces—Back Bay National Park Service G11 121 Mass. General Hospital E8 187 Residence Inn by Marriott/Cambridge D6 Fens, Riverway, Olmsted Park, Jamaica Pond, Arnold Arboretum Logan Airport (Terminals A & E) F16,G16 122 New England Baptist Hosp. L1 188 Royal Sonesta D7 Institute of Contemporary Art H5 123 New England Med. Ctr.J9189 Sheraton Commander A1 BUNKER HILL PAVILION, Boston National Historical Park Visitors and Franklin Park—stretch five miles from the Charles River to ___ International Place H12 124 Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosp. D9 190 Center, Charlestown, 617-242-5601. Located yards from the Dorchester and make up over 1,000 acres of parkland. Though ___ 42 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 43 not officially part of the Emerald Necklace, Boston Common BOSTON AUDISSEY, Boston Common Visitor Center, 617-426- Reservations strongly encouraged. Experience the city of Boston and the Public Garden are sometimes considered the starting 3115. www.audisseyguides.com. MP3 version $12.95, CD ver- the way Tinseltown has through such films as A Civil Action, points, and are connected to the Necklace by the sion $19.95. Boston Audissey is a unique MP3/iPod walking tour Good Will Hunting, Mystic River and others. This 90-minute walk- Commonwealth Avenue Mall. of Boston, presented with sound effects and music by 14 ing tour takes movie buffs to 30 spots where some of Bostonian narrators who unlock hidden secrets of the city, from Hollywood’s biggest stars have come to film. Tour guides also THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST, 175 Huntington slave meeting houses, to duels on the Common, to the former offer up behind-the-scenes stories and Hollywood gossip. Ave., 617-450-2000. Free tours of The Mother Church Thu–Sat headquarters of the Boston Mafia. 12–4 p.m. every half hour, services: Sun at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., FENWAY PARK TOURS, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours Wed at noon and 7:30 p.m. The original Mother Church built in BOSTON CHOCOLATE TOUR, departs from the corner of Boylston daily each hour Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sun noon–4 p.m. 1894 is at the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on and Charles streets, 617-269-7010. Tours: Sat at 11:30 and Tickets (prices reduced due to construction): $8; children (under 14 acres in the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made 12:45 p.m., Sun at noon. Tickets: $65. Reservations required. Old 14) $5. Tours originate at the Souvenir Store located on Yawkey from New Hampshire granite with stained glass windows illus- Town Trolley takes chocoholics on a delicious tour of some of Way across from Service Gate D, rain or shine. Have you dreamt trating Biblical events. Also see listing for the Mary Baker Eddy Boston's most decadent chocolate creations, including desserts of walking across the field where Red Sox legends spent their Library in Museums. at the Top of the Hub restaurant, authentic Boston Creme Pie at glory days? This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Omni Parker House, and the coup de grace, the Chocolate America’s oldest active Major League ballpark, including a FOREST HILLS CEMETERY, 95 Forest Hills Ave., 617-524- Bar Buffet at the Langham Hotel. glimpse behind the famed “Green Monster.” 0128. Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created in 1848, this cemetery serves as the final resting place of Eugene O’Neill, BOSTON DUCK TOURS, Prudential Center and Museum of THE FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATION’S FREEDOM TRAIL Anne Sexton, e.e. cummings, William Lloyd Garrison and former Science. www.bostonducktours.com. Tours: seven days a week, PLAYERS, departs from the Visitor Center on Boston Common, Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis. The 275 acres of twisting paths 9 a.m. ’til one hour before sunset. Tickets: $25; seniors, students 617-357-8300. Tours daily at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Tickets: also contain sculptural treasures, an arboretum, a “library” of & military $22; children (3–11) $16; (under 3) $3; special needs $12; children (12 and under) $6. Explore the Freedom Trail with life stories and an open-air museum. $10. Group discounts available. Experience the city in an amazing costumed actors portraying famous patriots such as James Otis, vehicle that rides on land and water. The 80-minute tour visits Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90-minute tour. Stops HARRISON GRAY OTIS HOUSE, 141 Cambridge St., 617-227- most of Boston’s famous sights. And just when you think you’ve include the Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre Site, the Old 3956. Open Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m., tours every half hour. seen it all, your Duck splashes into the Charles River for a spec- State House and Faneuil Hall. Admission: $8; seniors $4; students $2.50; free for kids, tacular water view. Historic New England members and Boston residents. $24 PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF HARPOON BREWERY TOUR, 306 Northern Ave., 888-HARPOON maximum per family. Built in 1796 for Harrison Gray Otis and FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST: BOSTON MOVIE TOURS, departs from the Shaw Memorial in ext. 522. Tours: Tue–Sat at 3 p.m., Fri & Sat at 1 and 3 p.m. Free his wife, this grand mansion is a example of high-style Federal The Romanesque Mother Church in the Back front of the State House on Beacon Street. 866-MOVIE-45. admission, proper ID required for samples. This waterfront insti- elegance. Tours offer insight into the social, business and family Bay stands at the heart of the Christian www.bostonmovietours.net. Tours: daily at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. tution was the first brewery in 25 years granted a permit to brew life of the post-Revolution American elite. Science Center. Refer to listing, left. Tickets: $20; seniors and students $17; children (6–12) $10. and package beer commercially when it opened in 1987. Visitors sightseeing JOHN HANCOCK TOWER, 200 Clarendon St., 617-572-6000. Rising 62 stories into the sky, this I.M. Pei-designed, sliver-of- glass skyscraper is New England’s tallest building and is con- Displays include “Dreams of Freedom,” about the Boston immi- sidered by many to be one of the world’s most beautiful sky- grant experience; an exhibit overlooking Fenway Park dedicated scrapers. The building houses the headquarters of its name- to the legendary Red Sox slugger Ted Williams; and a theater sake, insurance giant John Hancock Financial. The 60th floor showing “Wings Over Boston,” a spectacular aerial tour of the observatory was closed after September 11, 2001. entire city.

MINUTE MAN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, Concord and TRINITY CHURCH, Copley Square, 617-536-0944. Open daily Lexington, 978-369-6993. Park grounds open sunrise to sun- from 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; tours available for $5, children under 12 set, North Bridge Visitor Center is at 174 Liberty St., Concord, free. Built in 1877, this house of worship, a combination of open 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Created in 1959 to preserve the sites Victorian, Gothic and French Romanesque styles, is one of the

sightseeing associated with the opening battles of the American great masterpieces of American church architecture. The build- Revolution, Minute Man Park consists of over 900 acres of ing is located in Copley Square adjacent to the I.M. Pei- land along original segments of the Battles of Lexington and designed John Hancock Tower, itself a contemporary architec- Concord, including Lexington Green and Concord’s North tural masterpiece. Bridge. The park also preserves The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary greats Nathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott and Margaret Sidney. TOURS AND TRAILS

NEW ENGLAND HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL, Congress Street BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL, 46 Joy St., 617-742-5415. Free tours: near Faneuil Hall. This haunting memorial features six luminous 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Call at least 24 hours in advance for glass towers etched with the six million prisoner numbers of reservations. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon Hill, those who perished in the Holocaust. Visitors can walk under including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the African the towers and read the dramatic stories of the victims and Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house built by heroes of this tremendous human tragedy. an African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis and Harriet Hayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are available at the THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY AT THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER, Museum of Afro-American History. 617-859-0648. Open daily 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Skywalk kiosk closes at 6 p.m. Admission (including a headset audio tour of BOSTON ART TOURS, 617-732-3920. Call for full tour schedule. points of interest): $10.50; seniors $8.50; children (under 12) Tickets: $25; teens $15; children (under 12) free. Boston Art $7. Observatory may be closed due to weather conditions, Tours offers excursions to area museums and galleries that high- please call ahead. Enjoy spectacular 360-degree panoramic light different historical time periods. Families choose from age- views of Boston and beyond and learn about the city’s 375 appropriate tours offering lively descriptions of works to help fur- ___ years of culture and history on the new Antennae Audio Tour. ther the understanding of art. ___ 44 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 45 sightseeing ___ 47 - y 105 Brattle St., The center of The centers of two institu The centers APRIL 10–23, 2006 One of the nation’s most beauti- One of the nation’s 580 Mount Auburn St., 580 Mount ri noon–4:30 p.m. ranger- Park F Open daily from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Admission: $3, children (under 617-876-4491. This 1759 Georgian mansion was home to Henr This 1759 Georgian mansion was Auburn was the first landscaped cemetery in the country. ARD AND RADCLIFFE YARDS. ARD AND adsworth Longfellow from 1837 to 1882 and a central gather- Cambridge activity since the 17th century,Cambridge activity is home to the Square Harvard University, historic buildings, bookstores, cafes, restau- rants and shops. ful residential streets, Row is the site of Loyalist and mansions Tory American architecture. their elegant neighbors from every period of HARV CAMBRIDGE. SQUARE/OLD HARVARD HISTORIC SITE, LONGFELLOW NATIONAL guided tours: 16) free. MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY, Cambridge, 617-547-7105. in 1831 by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Founded Mount Americans are buried here,Many prominent Henry including Longfellow,Wadsworth Winslow Isabella Stewart Gardner and Homer. The cemetery is also an arboretum, sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary. STREET). (BRATTLE ROW TORY tions that havemajor educational played roles since Harvard’s in 1636. founding Cambridge, W in the 19th century.ing place for writers and artists It also during the siege of headquarters Washington’s served as George Boston in 1775–76. Original furnishings, books and art from around the world are on display. Open y Bonanzoo, A grazing pas- Harvard College pro- —Bunn from 11 a.m–3 p.m. tes the arrival of spring with a special visit tes the arrival of ond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. This 1761 Tory house of worship was utilized as house of worship was utilized Tory This 1761 Apr 15 lude Snowy Owl creek, Mexican gray wolves, snow 149 P , . and town Early college presidents were buried in residents weekdays 10 a.m.–5 p.m.,weekdays 6 p.m.‘til weekends Admission: $7.50; free. (under 2) $4.50; children children (2–12) seniors $6.50; CAMBRIDGE Due to limited parking, the Red Line when trav- take it is best to eling to Harvard,Cambridge The Kendall squares. or Central “T”Discovery at the Harvard Booth located Square entrance additional information.provides GROUND. COMMON/OLD BURYING CAMBRIDGE CHRIST CHURCH. FIRST CHURCH UNITARIAN/UNIVERSALIST. STONE ZOO Highlights inc leopards, jaguars, reindeer, river otters, miniature llamas and don- keys,Animal Discovery as well as educational programs at the Center.“Earth first also home to the nation’s The Zoo is Park.” Special event: ture and cemeteryPuritan Newtowne, for as well as a favorite a tent site for the Continental meeting spot for public figures and Army Acre” “God’s across from the Common. vided the pews for its students in this 1833 building erected for the then-newly founded Unitarian Church. a Colonial barracks in the American Revolution. a Colonial barracks in the the Stone Zoo celebra by the Easter Bunny, crafts, holiday games and seed-planting. - - - 10 lud Open inc e on Amazing Refer to Admission: Franklin Park, Franklin Discover the histo s whale watch ves- orest and see the goril Special exhibit: ark Road, t. Renowned primatol- —Earth Day activities, Aquarium’ ropical F T Central Wharf, 617-973-5206. ranklin P Central Wharf, 617-973-5200. t & Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m. One F meteorological instruments and movies. Dedicated knowledge to advancing of the , Home to more than 210 species, many of Open weekdays 10 a.m.–5 p.m.,‘til 6 weekends from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. ARK ZOO lecture by legendary primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall. gen Bank aboard the wa ri 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sa Apr 22 1 p.m. Tickets: $29, seniors $26, children $20. Admission: $9.50; seniors $8; children (2–12) $5.50; chil- ogist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall Dr. ogist and conservationist visits on April 22 to deliver a special lectur her years of working with chimpanzees as part observation of Earth Day. of the Zoo’s FRANKLIN PARK ZOO: FRANKLIN PARK listing, below. y of Stell 617-541-LION. them endangered. with walla- Trail Australian Outback Roam the bies and kangaroos; explore the Mon–F $17.95; children (3–11) $9.95; children (under 3) free. Refer to for IMAX theater listings.Currently section under Film Combination ticket prices available. a.m. las; marvel at the lions at Kalahari Kingdom; and visit zebras, ostriches, ibex and wildebeests at Serengeti Crossing. Special event: ing a world of water, outstanding aquatic this zoo features a 187,000- containing a Caribbean coral reef with Tank gallon Giant Ocean sharks, sea turtles, moray eels and other aquatic life. Be sure to check out the popular penguin habita WILDLIFE FRANKLIN P NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, Jellies, Stellwagen Bank.Theater is The adjacent Simons 3D IMAX the first theaterof its kind in the Boston area. NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM, p.m. dren (under 2) free. sel,Voyager III. the 111-foot catamaran a variety of Search for whales, humpback, including finback and minke. Interactive microscope stations,exhibits include electronic navigation, com- puter whale programs, r - w One of The With 16 This two- . 617-222-4321. these pedal-po Cruise on high y hops on this tour Learn about the art 617-269-7150. take the “T”take the to Wharf, ther trolley and free tickets on a . y Fri &Fri Sat 10 a.m., 1 and 4 goon, 617-522-1966. Rides: all-wea North Square (across from The North Square (across from One Long ix Booth, Hall, Faneuil 617-357- 64 Cross St., ed & Sat 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., 10 Fri luding the New England Aquarium, luding the New England W inc BosT , from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., weather permit- ylston streets,major hotels and most s historic pubs where treasonous events s historic pubs where Michele Topor,Michele on Italian cui- an authority UISES, Adams brewer WL, at 5:30 p.m. Reservations required. Private Public Garden La The tour is three hours, 617-523-6032. 30 Germania St., Plain, Jamaica 617-522-9080. tched 250 years ago.tched 250 years Enjoy and light fare plenty of beer vices. s oldest and most treasured traditions, Apr 11 & 18 beginning Apr 15 and 3 p.m. Reservations required. Custom tours for groups TH END MARKET TOUR,

AN BOATS, ther at the Tasting Room,Tasting ther at the brewery, the overlooking for 30- to ted sightseeing tour of more than 100 points of interest

ge ser ards and passageways of the North End, visits the birthplace of ours: at Thu at 2 and 5:30 p.m.; Sat 2 p.m.; Fri at 11 a.m., (see your concierge), patrons can enjoy a 100-minute, fully nar- ra aboard the orange-and-green, U.S.S. Constitution Museum, Stop Store on the corner Trolley the of South Charles and Bo Haymarket, tours for groups are availabletours for groups most days. on Tickets: $39. hour guided walking tour explores some of the hidden court- hour guided walking tour explores y Kennedy Kennedy, matriarch Rose Fitzgerald and tells unusual oldest neighborhood,tales of Boston’s like the disastrous and tragic Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 that devastated much of the historic city sector. Freedom Trail Foundation’s 18th-century costumed guide takes Foundation’s Trail Freedom Boston’ you on a tour of PANORAMA Mon–Fri at noon, Mon–Fri Sat & Sun at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. 2:30 and p.m. Tickets: $31, $28, seniors children $25. WHALE WATCHES BOSTON HARBOR CR SW daily T noon, samples (ID tours include 1 and 2 p.m.; one-hour required). Tickets: $2 donation given to a local charity. Call for complete hours, and closings. special events SAMUEL ADAMS BREWERY TOUR: BREWERY SAMUEL ADAMS DRINK IN A LITTLE HISTORY, Departs every 25–30 minutes daily from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $29; seniors & students $26; children (under 12) free. OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF BOSTON, NORTH END SECRET TOURS, NORTH NOR sine and culture, hosts award-winning culinary tours walking oldest Italian-American communities. through one of the nation’s HISTORIC PUB CRA HISTORIC PUB stops throughout the city Paul Revere House),Paul 617-720-2283. 8300. ting. Tickets: $2.75, seniors $2.25, children (2–15) $1.25. future cruise are guaranteed if you don’t spot one of these magnificent creatures. Boston’ ered boats glide around the Public Garden and under the small- est suspension bridge in the world. of the original Samuel of brewing beer and taste rich malts and spic p.m. Reservations required. Tickets: $30 per person. 45-minute tours of the plant. 45-minute ga a.m. available. Tickets: $48. were ha along the way. speed catamarans to Stellwagen Bank, most the East Coast’s famous destination for whale watching. Catch sight of hump- back, finback and minke whales from the deck or from the comfort of a full modernized cabin boasting snack and bever- a

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___ 46 FREEDOM TRAIL PARK STREET CHURCH. Corner of Park ter of activity for such patriots as John Hancock and Samuel OLD NORTH CHURCH. 193 Salem St., and Tremont streets, 617-523-3383. and John Adams. It was from the east balcony that the 617-523-6676. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday services at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Declaration of Independence was first read in Boston. Sun services at 9 and 11 a.m. Known as and 4 and 6 p.m. Morning services are Christ Church and erected in 1723, this is traditional, evening services are con- BOSTON MASSACRE SITE. State Street in Boston’s oldest standing church. Two temporary. Built in 1809, this church front of the Old State House. At the next lanterns were hung here April 18, 1775, was described by Henry James as “the intersection below the State House, a ring signaling the Redcoats’ departure by sea most interesting mass of brick and mor- of cobblestones marks the site of the for Lexington and Concord. tar in America.” clash between a jeering Boston crowd and a British guard of nine soldiers on March COPP’S HILL BURIAL GROUND. Open daily OLD GRANARY BURYING GROUND. 5,1770. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Hull Street. Set out in 1660, Tremont Street next to Park Street Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second cemetery. Church, 617-635-7389. Open daily 9 FANEUIL HALL. Merchants Row and Many remarkable people are interred here, a.m.–5 p.m. This historic cemetery, for- Faneuil Hall Square, 617-242-5689. Open including the Mather family of ministers

merly the town granary, is the final resting Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sun noon–6 and Edmund Hartt, builder of the USS fr place of John Hancock, Paul Revere, p.m. Historical talks given every half hour Constitution. Robert Treat Paine, Samuel Adams, Peter from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., when hall is eedom tr Faneuil, and the victims of the Boston not in use. “The Cradle of Liberty” com- BUNKER HILL MONUMENT. Breed’s Hill, Massacre. A stone inscribed “Mary Goose” (a.k.a. Elizabeth bines a free marketplace on the first floor Charlestown, 617-242-5641. Climb the

ail Goose) allegedly marks the grave of Mother Goose. with the town meeting hall upstairs, the monument from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Lodge site of abolitionist speakers and fiery and museum open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The KING’S CHAPEL AND BURYING revolutionary debate. site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775. GROUND. Tremont and School streets, 617-227-2155. Services: Sun at 11 PAUL REVERE HOUSE. 19 North Square, U.S.S. CONSTITUTION. Charlestown Navy a.m., Wed at 12:15 p.m. Burying Ground Hanover Street, 617-523-2338. Open daily Yard, Charlestown, 617-242-5670. Open open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tours are usu- 9:30 a.m–5:15 p.m. Admission: $3; stu- Tue–Sun from 10 a.m.–5:50 p.m. Tours ally Sat 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., but may dents & seniors with I.D. $2.50; children until 3:30 p.m. This 44-gun frigate is the PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF not be led due to construction. Visitors (5–17) $1; (under 5) free. The oldest home oldest commissioned warship in the world,

OLD NORTH CHURCH: The tower from which Paul are reminded that King’s Chapel is a in Boston (built c. 1680), occupied by sil- christened ‘Old Ironsides’ during the War of ail

eedom tr Revere hung his famous lanterns stands tall in the house of worship. The chapel was established in 1687 as versmith and patriot Paul Revere from 1812 when the cannonballs of a British North End. Refer to listing, page 49. the first Anglican congregation in Boston. The second 1770 to 1800. warship literally bounced off her triple hull.

fr chapel, built in 1754, became the first Unitarian church in America after the Revolution.

The Freedom Trail begins at the Boston Common SITE OF THE FIRST PUBLIC SCHOOL AND Information Kiosk, where you can obtain a guide BEN FRANKLIN’S STATUE. On School map for $2 or rent a handheld self-guided audio Street, marked by a column and commem- tour complete with sound effects and anecdotes orative plaque. On April 13, 1635, the town for $15, $12 for each additional adult and $10 for voted to establish the first public school in children. Park ranger-guided tours depart from the the country (the forerunner of the Boston Boston National Historical Park Visitors Center at Latin School). Nearby is Benjamin Franklin’s the corner of State and Devonshire streets, statue, built in 1856, the first portrait statue Mon–Fri at 11 a.m. and Sat & Sun at 11 a.m. & 2 erected in the United States. p.m. First come, first serve. Arrive 30 minutes prior to tour. Call 617-242-5642 for more information. SITE OF THE OLD CORNER BOOKSTORE. School and Washington streets. Constructed as an apothecary in 1718, the ground floor BOSTON COMMON. Set aside in 1634 as was later used as a bookstore that became a military training field and grazing pas- the center of literary Boston and the meet- ture, the Common is the oldest public park ing place of such notables as Emerson, in America. The park served as quarters Hawthorne and Thoreau. for British as well as Colonial troops, and later housed Civil War regiments. The OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE. 310 SEE BOSTON LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT, AT THE SKYWALK OBSERVATORY. British Army set out for the start of the Washington St., 617-482-6439. Open daily Revolutionary War from what is now 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $5; students Park Square. & seniors $4; children (6–18) $1; children (under 6) free. This building housed many THE STATE HOUSE. Beacon Street, top of town meetings, the most famous of which Beacon Hill facing Boston Common, 617- saw an outraged Samuel Adams give the VISIT OUR NEW DISPLAYS INCLUDING “DREAMS OF FREEDOM,” FEATURING THE BOSTON IMMIGRANT 727-3676. Open Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., signal to proceed with the Boston Tea Party. EXPERIENCE, A NEW ANTENNA AUDIO TOUR AND OUR NEW THEATER except holidays. Guided tours by reservation. The famous golden dome of the State House OLD STATE HOUSE. Corner of Washington marks the government seat of the Common- and State streets, 617-720-3292. Open wealth of Massachusetts. Samuel Adams daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $5; laid the cornerstone, and the building stands students & seniors $4; children (6–18) $1; FEATURING “WINGS OVER BOSTON,” AN AERIAL TOUR OF OUR CITY on land bought from John Hancock. The red brick portion was children (under 6) free. Built in 1713, this AT THE PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 BOYLSTON STREET, BOSTON. CALL 617-859-0648. ___ designed by legendary architect Charles Bulfinch. seat of colonial government was the cen- ___ 48 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 49 SHOPPING inspiring, upscale clothing, accessories and home decor with DEPARTMENT STORES a vintage and global flair. FILENE’S BASEMENT, 426 Washington St., 617-542-2011. CHANEL BOUTIQUE, 5 Newbury St., on the ground floor of the Mon–Fri 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. p.m. For decades, the Basement has provided shoppers with Modeled after the famed Chanel Boutique in Paris, the Boston huge deals, thanks to its automatic markdown system which outpost of this storied franchise offers a range of Chanel prod- guarantees greater discounts the longer an item remains on ucts, including a line of clothing designed by Karl Lagerfeld, as the selling floor. A “must-visit” for bargain hunters. well as shoes, accessories, handbags and fragrances. H & M, 350 Washington St., 617-482-7081. Mon–Sat 10 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA, 39 Newbury St., 617-424-9300. a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This youthful, cutting-edge Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. A small, family- department store opened its Boston shop in 2001. Its mission of run textile business that evolved into a world leader in ele- “fashion and quality at the best price” translates to inexpensive, gant men’s clothing, this Italian design house has focused trendy clothes for men and women, as H & M boasts the fresh- on quality since its founding in 1910. Today, Zegna boasts est, most up-to-date fashion trends in color, material and style. the finest in menswear and is known for a vast, first-rate necktie selection. MACY’S, 450 Washington St., 617-357-3195. Mon–Sat 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This famous New York- JASMINE SOLA, 344 Newbury St., 617-867-4636; 800 based department giant features floor after floor of the Boylston, Prudential Center, 617-578-0550; 199 Boylston latest culinary tools, bed and bath items, incredible gifts and St., Chestnut Hill, 617-332-1212; 37-39 Brattle St., Harvard hot fashions. Choose from your favorite designers—Polo, Square, 617-354-6043. Newbury St.: Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–8 Liz Claiborne, Jones New York and DKNY—or Macy’s p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun noon–7 p.m.; call for hours of exclusive labels. other locations. This popular boutique carries and array of hip clothing from trendy designers like Diesel, Miss Sixty, MARSHALLS, 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066. Mon–Sat Juicy Couture, Seven Jeans and Blue Cult. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; 350 Washington St., PHOTO BY C HRISTINE C ELLI Downtown Crossing, 617-338-6205. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7:30 A KNIT AND NEEDLEPOINT STORE BY MARY KARMALOOP, 160 Newbury St., 617-369-0100. Mon–Wed p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Its mantra “Brand name clothing for J0 COLE: Get all your knitting and needlepoint sup- 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. less” has made this discount retailer a bargain-hunter’s dream

plies or buy pre-made, hand-sewn art at this unique Street style pairs with urban chic to create this trendy come true. From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls fea- shopping store on Newbury Street. Refer to listing, below. Newbury boutique. Karmaloop features fashions by Paul tures designer clothing for men, women and children. Frank, Puma, Triple 5 Soul and Soul Rebel as well as maga- zines and toys. The boutique also works to spread the word SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 about street art and culture. Boylston St., 617-262-8500. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun ART & ANTIQUES noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s premier upscale retail LIFE IS GOOD, 285 Newbury St., 617-262-5068. Mon–Sat 10 giants, Saks proffers a wide selection of high-end fashion PUCKER GALLERY, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Brothers Bert and John apparel, accessories, cosmetics and home decor pieces from 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Founded in 1967 as a show- Jacobs are spreading their infectious optimism with Life Is an assortment of unique and name-brand designers. 121 Charles St., case for the talents of Israeli artists, the gallery has displayed Good, which carries everything from apparel for men, women Boston, MA 02114

shopping and sold a wide range of art by international artists, including and kids, to Frisbees, beach towels, jewelry and even acces- T.J. MAXX, 350 Washington St., 617-695-2424. Mon–Sat 9 works by Chagall, Picasso and Hundertwasser. sories for pets emblazoned with LIG’s distinctive stick figures. a.m.–7:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This discount retailer (617) 723-2786 offers brand name and designer fashions for men, women and www.bostonrunningcompany.com LOUIS BOSTON, 234 Berkeley St., 617-262-6100. Mon 11 kids, as well as accessories, fine jewelry and items for the ARTS & CRAFTS a.m.–6 p.m., Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m. home. Prices are slashed 20 to 60% off most department store Housed in a historic former Back Bay museum building, this rates. T.J. Maxx offers current trends of the highest quality. VIDEO GAIT A KNIT AND NEEDLEPOINT STORE BY MARY JO COLE, 11 Boston institution maintains its cutting-edge allure by offering Newbury St., 617-536-9338. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun by upscale men’s fashions by up-and-coming designers, as well as ANALYSIS chance. The fine arts of handprinted needlepoint and gorgeous women’s fashions, bed and bath items, and home accessories. EYEGLASS SALES & REPAIR knitting yarns are showcased here. Instruction is available from EXPERT SHOE the knowledgeable staff and lessons are free when the project is PARLOR, 1248 Washington St., 617-521-9005. Tue–Sat 1–7 VISION HOUSE, 7 JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617- purchased here. Visit www.needlepoint-boston.com. p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The South End boutique is a fashion- 661-3676. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Known for FITTING ista’s paradise. Parlor features all the latest “it” jeans from its stylish selection and superior service, Vision House has been by owner, 1976 Olympian, THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS, 175 Newbury St., 617- designers such as Landlubber, as well as big names like Free a fixture in Harvard Square for more than 30 years. Its vast Mike Roche 266-1810. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The old- People and Nicholas K. selection of eyewear includes such designers as Gucci, Dolce & est nonprofit craft organization in the country, established in Gabbana, Vera Wang, Burberry, Oliver Peoples, Oakley and Maui 1897. The Society specializes in contemporary American crafts, PATAGONIA, 346 Newbury St., 617-424-1776. Mon–Thu 10 Jim. One-hour service is available, as well as an on-site ASICS, BROOKS, SAUCONY, ADIDAS, jewelry, furniture, glass and ceramics ranging from cutting edge a.m.–7 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This outdoor optometrist for eye exams and contact lens fittings. Walk-in MIZUNO, SUGOI, MOVING COMFORT, to traditional, and from functional to sculptural. apparel store sells a variety of outdoor clothing for all condi- appointments are welcome. SHOES, APPAREL, ACCESSORIES tions. The Newbury Street store also invites outdoorsmen to talk about their latest trips and experiences. CLOTHING GIFTS & STATIONERY weekdays 11am–7pm, SIMON’S MEN’S CLOTHING, 220 Clarendon St., between Tue/Sat/Sun 11-5pm ANTHROPOLOGIE, 799 Boylston St., 617-262-0545; 300 Newbury and Boylston, 617-266-2345. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–6 BLACK INK, 101 Charles St., 617-723-3883; 5 Brattle St., Boylston St., Chestnut Hill, 617-559-9995. Boylston: Mon–Sat p.m., Wed & Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest family- Cambridge, 617-497-1221. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 stop by or call for appointment 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m.; Chestnut Hill: Mon–Sat 10 run men’s clothing store in Boston, Simon’s sells business and p.m. Trendy knick-knacks, from silk change purses to sensual a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. With stores in more than casual wear in classic and updated styles and offers quick, candles to sushi-eating accessories, and nostalgic memorabilia, ___ 20 states and around the world, Anthropologie specializes in expert alterations and even complete same-day tailoring. such as tin lunch boxes, can be found at this quirky, fun gift shop. ___ 50 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 51 PAPER SOURCE, 388 Boylston St., 617-536-3444; 1361 “to make jewelry at a reasonable price, of excellent workman- Beacon St., Brookline, 617-264-2800; 1810 Massachusetts ship and uncommon beauty.” Ave., Cambridge, 617-497-1077. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Like its motto says, “Do SHREVE, CRUMP & LOW, 440 Boylston St., 617-267-9100. something creative every day.” For those with an excess of cre- Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Serving Bostonians since 1796, ative juices, this paper store offers a variety of papers from this Boston institution boasts of being the oldest continuously around the world and offers suggestions for using the paper as operating luxury business in the U.S. Its new location is filled well as workshops. with glittering diamonds, fine jewelry and watches. The galleries also offer silver, china, porcelain, stationery, antiques and more.

GOURMET FOOD & BEVERAGE SMALL PLEASURES, 142 Newbury St., 617-267-7371; 92 State St., 617-722-9932. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Specializing TIMELESS TEAS, 85 Newbury St., 2nd floor, 617-236-5772. in antique jewelry and vintage watches, this unique store fea- Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This Back Bay tures Art Nouveau and Art Deco engagement rings from the VISION HOUSE tea shop offers more than a hundred varieties of tea from 1920s, as well as custom design and repair services, all in an HARVARD SQUARE around the world, including green, black, white and Yerba intimate Art Deco setting. Mate teas, as well as gift baskets, biscuits, gourmet jams and tea accessories. • Emergency • One-hour MALLS/SHOPPING CENTERS Eyeglass Eyeglasses & HOME GOODS CAMBRIDGESIDE GALLERIA, 100 CambridgeSide Place, Repair Exams Cambridge, 617-621-8666. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sun • Contact Lenses CRATE & BARREL, 777 Boylston St., 617-262-8700. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This three-level mall features department COWBOY BOOTS Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Also: Faneuil stores such as Filene’s, Sears and Best Buy, as well as more MEN N WOMEN N CHILDREN Seven J.F.K. Street Hall Marketplace, 617-742-6025; 48 Brattle St., Cambridge, than 100 other stores and specialty shops including the largest Boots N Lucchese N Justin N Nocona Tony Lama N Dan Post N Frye N Liberty Harvard Square 617-876-6300. Call for other location hours. This fun yet Gap in Boston, Abercrombie & Fitch, J. Crew, Old Navy, Borders, sophisticated home fashions store features everything from Victoria’s Secret and more. STETSON HATS Shirts N Belts N Buckles N Bolo Ties Cambridge, MA 02138 kitchenware and furniture to flatware, glassware and bath and body accessories. COPLEY PLACE, Copley Square, 617-369-5000. The magnificent HELEN’S LEATHER (617) 661-3676 110 Charles St., Boston, MA

Copley Place features more than 100 upscale stores, including shopping 617.742.2077 KOO DE KIR, 65 Chestnut St., 617-723-8111. Mon–Fri 10 Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Gucci and Williams-Sonoma. A a.m.–7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. This sleek home goods store variety of restaurants, including Legal Sea Foods, offer shoppers exudes warmth and irreverence with its selection of unique, numerous dining options. To receive a free Ultimate Shopping fashionable home essentials, from serving trays and lamps to Excursions card, stop by one of the customer service kiosks. teapots and coffee mugs. Timeless Teas & L’Aroma Cafe THE CORNER MALL, corner of Winter and Washington streets. RESTORATION HARDWARE, 711 Boylston St., 617-578- Open daily. One-stop shopping in Downtown Crossing. You’ll 85 Newbury Street 0088. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This find the latest styles at shops like Discovery Imports, Bath & Timeless Teas on the 2nd floor offers more hardware retailer features distinctive, high-quality items for Body Works and Aldo Shoes. In addition, the Corner Mall fea- than a hundred varieties of tea from all shopping the home—from home furnishings and lighting to kitchen tures an international food court to please every palate, includ- over the world: accessories and garden supplies. Each product is imbued ing Cafe La Brioche, Sakkio Japan and India Express. • Green Tea from China and Japan with the store’s classic design, affordable pricing and whim- • Black and our most popular sical product information. THE HERITAGE ON THE GARDEN, 300 Boylston St., 617- White Tea from Sri Lanka 426-9500. Call for individual store hours. This residential/ • Yerba Mate from South America office/retail complex located alongside the Public Garden fea- JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES tures a handful of upscale retailers, including St. John Boutique, • Large assortment of exotic flavored Sonia Rykiel, Escada, Hermes, Candela Spa and Anne Fontaine. teas such as mango, rose, blueberry, ALPHA OMEGA, 1380 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, 617-864-1227. pineapple and more! Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Also: MARKETPLACE CENTER, located between Faneuil Hall and L’Aroma Cafe on the 1st floor offers deli- The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-494-9030. the Waterfront. Twenty-four distinctive shops surround an open cious Italian coffee and assorted teas. Try Devoted to the art of timekeeping, Alpha Omega is an authorized court known as the Exedra, where you will always find a wide our tasty soups and sandwiches as well as “The Most Balls in Boston” agent for more than 20 prestigious watch brands such as Akteo, range of unusual pushcarts and entertainment events unique our mouth-watering European pastries Breitling, Movado, Omega, Seiko, TAG Heuer and Raymond Weil. to this wonderful area. Within walking distance are literally and desserts. Spacious indoor seating area 306 NEWBURY ST. hundreds of other shops, restaurants, pubs and nightspots. for breakfast, lunch or enjoy our desserts. ANNA WILLIAM CUSTOM HANDBAGS, 2014 Massachusetts Outside seating April 1st~October 31st. 617-437-1010 Ave., Porter Square, Cambridge, 617-547-2662. Tue & Wed 11 THE SHOPS AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER, 800 Boylston St., WWW.FENWAYSPORTSZONE.COM a.m.–5 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m, Sun 800-SHOP-PRU. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. noon–4 p.m. Anna William invites you to create a one-of-a-kind The Shops at Prudential Center features over 75 shops and • Boston’s Largest Selection of handbag with the oldest handbag-making shop in New restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory, Saks Fifth Avenue, England. Pick from a variety of ever-changing fabrics and Ann Taylor, J. Jill and Alpha Omega. It is also the launch spot for Autographed Sports Memorabilia styles, from coin purses to messenger bags. If you’re indeci- the city’s renowned tourist resource, the Boston Duck Tours. • Extensive Collection of Souvenirs sive, select from one of the pre-made bags in the store.

• Complete Auction Services for your JOHN LEWIS, INC., 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat MUSIC/VIDEO www.laromacafe.com www.timelessteas.com Organization or Fund Raiser 11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has been creating jewelry of L’Aroma Timeless Teas imaginative design in Boston for more than 30 years. Using NEWBURY COMICS, 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. Mon–Thu (617)412.4001 (617)236.5772 ___ only solid precious metals and natural stones, Lewis’s aim is 10 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. ___ 52 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 53 RESTAURANTS Also: Government Center, 1 Washington Mall, 617-248-9992; 36 ALLSTON/BRIGHTON JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge, 617-491-0337; 211 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-491-7711. You’ll have a “wicked THE SUNSET GRILL & TAP, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of good time” at this upstart local chain, which boasts the cheapest Harvard and Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. CD prices in town, including import, indie and major label releas- This popular Allston hangout features Boston’s best beer es, as well as T-shirts, comics, and other pop culture kitsch items. selection, with more than 112 beers on tap and over 400 microbrews. Its food entices too, with award-winning TOWER RECORDS, 95 Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square, steam beer burgers, famous curly fries, buffalo wings and Cambridge, 617-876-3377. Sun–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & giant nachos. L, D, C, LS, SB. $ Sat ’til midnight. This music superstore features everything from CDs, tapes and records to videos, books and periodi- cals. Its music selection runs the gamut from classical to BACK BAY country to current pop, rock and soul sounds. APROPOS, Sheraton Boston, 39 Dalton St., 617-375-6500. VIRGIN MEGASTORE, 360 Newbury St., 617-896-0950. Daily Drawing its influences from American regional cuisine with 10 a.m.–midnight. The British music retailer chose Boston for a strong New England flair, the menu at Apropos offers its 22nd North American location. Three levels and more than hearty, satisfying dishes ranging from pan-roasted Chilean 40,000 square feet of space house thousands of books, CDs, sea bass to grilled New York sirloin and herbed roasted videos and DVDs, as well as interactive listening kiosks. chicken. The menu, created by executive chef Joseph Nartowicz, exudes the flavors of Boston. B, L, D, SB. $$$

SHOES AUJOURD’HUI, Four Seasons Hotel Boston, 200 Boylston St., 617-351-2037. An elegant eatery with the Public ALLEN-EDMONDS, 36 Newbury St., 617-247-3363. Mon–Sat Garden as a backdrop, and a perennial recipient of the 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Step out in luxurious style AAA Five Diamond Award. Enjoy exquisite modern French with Allen-Edmonds’ collections of wing tips, capped toes and cuisine, accompanied by a selection from an 1,800- slip-on kilties and tassles. This world-class men’s footwear bottle wine library. Reservations recommended. D retailer, famous for its 212-step construction process, features HELEN’S LEATHER: Designer Western-style Mon–Sat 5:30–10:30 p.m., Sun 6–10 p.m.; SB 11:30 shoes made of top-quality leather and all-natural materials. boots in a variety of exotic animals skins are a a.m.–2 p.m. $$$$ THE HUNGRY I: This romantic Beacon Hill gem specialty at this store on Charles Street in the offers provincial French fare served indoors or outside HELEN’S LEATHER, 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon– Beacon Hill area. Refer to listing, below. AZURE, The Lenox Hotel, 61 Exeter St., 617-933-4800. on its relaxing courtyard. Refer to listing, page 58. Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m., Sun Azure's menu and concept are designed to be as clear noon–6 p.m. For more than 35 years, Helen’s Leather has and understated as the color palette itself. Nationally rec- supplied New Englanders with quality Western boots by mak- ognized executive chef Robert Fathman, known for his

ers like Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. In evaluation and fitting for runners and walkers of all abilities. innovation and playful risk-taking in the kitchen, creates con- western Restaurant” and “Boston’s Best Margarita.” r

addition, Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and Asics, Brooks, Saucony, Mizuno, Adidas, shoes, apparel and temporary American cuisine with a sophisticated edge and Reservations recommended. Two hours free validated park- estaur Stetson hats, as well as leather jackets and bags. accessories available, as well as in-store Video-Gait Analysis. an emphasis on fresh seafood. B, D. $$$ ing. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; D Sun–Thu ’til 10 www.bostonrunningcompany.com. p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sat & SB 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. C, JOHN FLUEVOG, 302 Newbury St., 617-266-1079. Mon–Sat BARLOLA, 160 Commonwealth Ave., 617-266-1122. This LS, VP. www.cottonwoodboston.com. $$

shopping noon–8 p.m., Sun 1–6 p.m. This funky footwear retailer fea- MARATHON SPORTS, 671 Boylston St., 617-267-4774; 1638 Spanish newcomer ensures authenticity with not only prime tures shoes created by the maverick designer, ranging from Beacon St., Brookline, 617-735-9373; 1654 Massachusetts Ave., ingredients imported directly from Spain, but also a culinary DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, 75 Arlington mind-bending platforms to the classic black boot and his tried- Cambridge, 617-354-4161; 255 Washington St., Wellesley, 781- staff of either Spanish origin or Spanish/Latin descent. The St., 617-357-4810. Enjoy fine steaks, pasta and seafood, or and-true “Angels.” The Newbury Street locale is the only place 237-0771; 134 Washington St., Norwell, 781-871-2979. Mon–Fri tapas bar also offers an array of wines and specialty drinks to lighter fare in the spacious bar. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 ants in Boston to find a wide range of his cutting-edge styles. 10:30 a.m.–7 p.m., (’til 7:30 in Boston), Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun accompany the tapas frias and calientes. D, Sat & SB, C. $ p.m.; D Sun–Tue 5–10 p.m., Wed–Sat ’til 11 p.m.; C, VP. noon–6 p.m. For more than 29 years, Marathon Sports has pro- www.davios.com. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #1 ON CENTER MAP. vided experience and knowledge in footwear solutions for walk- BRASSERIE JO, The Colonnade Hotel, 120 Huntington Ave., SPORTING GOODS ers, runners and those in search of an active lifestyle with the 617-425-3240. The “sister” of chef Jean Joho’s award-win- GOURMELI’S SEAFOOD, Marriott Copley Place, 110 Hunting- widest selection of apparel, footwear and accessories. ning Chicago restaurant combines traditional favorites (coq ton Ave., 617-236-5800 ext. 6741. Enjoy the sushi bar or CITY SPORTS, 1035 Commonwealth Ave., 617-782-5121; au vin and steak frites) with unique specialties (Uncle Hansi’s indulge in fresh lobster, swordfish and more at this eatery in 480 Boylston St., 617-267-3900; 44 Brattle St., Cambridge, NIKETOWN, 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon–Sat 10 onion tart). Home-brewed beer, a wine list and desserts in the heart of the Back Bay. Gourmeli’s offers an array of fresh 617-492-6000; other locations. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. An enormous temple to the Nike the French tradition complete this Gallic experience. Seasonal New England seafood and entrees. B, L, D. $$$ Sat ’til 9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. City Sports sells athletic franchise, this sporting goods retailer proffers all things Nike, outdoor patio. B, L, D. $$ apparel by top brands like Nike, Adidas and Puma, as well as including footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. The JASPER WHITE’S SUMMER SHACK, 50 Dalton St., 617-867- sporting equipment for all interests, and footwear from store features an homage to the Boston Marathon, seats from CLIO, The Eliot Hotel, 370-A Commonwealth Ave., 617-536- 9955; 149 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-520- Saucony, Reebok and others. the old Boston Garden and autographed shoes from Marathon 7200. James Beard Award-winning chef champ Uta Pippig. Ken Oringer serves up French-American BILL RODGERS RUNNING CENTER, 353 North Market Bldg., fare with some striking Asian influences in KEY AVERAGE PRICE OF Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 a sleek, sophisticated atmosphere that’s B ...... Breakfast DINNER ENTREES p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Owned by the four-time Boston SPORTS MEMORABILIA styled after a Parisian supper club. Bacon- L ...... Lunch $ ...... Most less than $12 Marathon winner, the Bill Rodgers Running Center boasts the wrapped foie gras, caramelized swordfish D...... Dinner $$ ...... $12–18 most experienced running staff in Boston. Since 1977, they have FENWAY SPORTZONE, 306 Newbury St., 617-437-1010. au poivre and ginger-glazed oxtail keep BR ...... Brunch $$$ ...... $19–25 been helping fellow runners to find the best shoes for them. Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 7 p.m. Boasting the most customers coming back for more. D. $$$$ SB ...... Sunday Brunch $$$$ ...... Most more than $25 balls in Boston, Fenway Sportzone is Boston’s largest sports C ...... Cocktails Many restaurants offer a wide THE BOSTON RUNNING COMPANY, 121 Charles St., 617-723- memorabilia shop, offering the best prices on all your ball- COTTONWOOD CAFE, 222 Berkeley St., LS ..Late Supper (serving after 10 p.m.) range of entrees and prices; 2786. Mon & Wed–Fri 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Tue ’til 3 p.m., Sat & Sun game and collectible card needs, as well as the largest 617-247-2225. Specialties include open- VP...... Valet Parking therefore, the classifications are 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Owned and operated by Mike Roche, 1976 selection of autographed items and dozens of specialty/ grill steaks, poultry, pasta and vegetarian NC ...... Credit Cards Not Accepted only approximations. ___ Olympian, the BRC provides the most professional and thorough novelty items. SEE LOCATOR #4 ON CENTER MAP. dishes. Voted “Boston’s Best South- * ...... Entertainment ___ 54 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 55 Theatre District Dining CUISINE INDEX 9500. Top-notch fare such as pan-roasted lobster, award- Theatre District Dining winning fried chicken and an impressive raw bar in a casual American Italian setting. Boston: Daily 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., raw bar Thu–Sat Apropos, p. 55 Antonio’s, p. 58 ’til 1 a.m. Cambridge: Mon–Thu 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Aura, p. 63 Caliterra, p. 60 Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 3–9 p.m. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #7 ON Avenue One, p. 59 Davide, p. 62 CENTER MAP. Bob’s Southern Bistro, Davio’s Northern Italian p. 63 Steakhouse, p. 55 L’AROMA CAFE, 85 Newbury St., 617-412-4001. This Italian Cheers, p. 58 Florentine Cafe, p. 62 cafe offers delicious soups, sandwiches and European pas- Dick’s Last Resort, p. 61 L’Aroma Cafe, p. 56 tries and desserts, as well as Italian coffee and assorted The Federalist, p. 58 Lucca Restaurant & Bar, teas. Relax in its spacious interior or enjoy outdoor patio din- Jer-Ne Restaurant & Bar, p. 62 ing from April through October. B, L. $ p. 60 Mamma Maria, p. 63 Steak at the Castle. Meritage, p. 60 Massimino’s Cucina *THE OAK ROOM, 138 St. James Ave., Fairmont Copley Plaza Best Italian Restaurant 2003 Parker’s Restaurant, p. 61 Italiana, p. 63 Hotel, 617-267-5300. This sophisticated spot offers a tradi- —Boston Magazine A rare experience. Speeder & Earl’s, p. 56 Teatro, p. 61 tional steakhouse menu of prime steaks and chops and fresh (Medium rare’s great, too.) Stephanie’s on Newbury, Via Matta, p. 58 seafood. Replete with stately wood paneling, rich draperies 177 Tremont St., Boston p. 56 and wall ornaments for a comfortable yet elegant feel. B, L, D The Sunset Grill & Tap, Museum Dining daily. Adjoining Oak Bar offers martinis, raw bar and full Oak 617.778.6841 p. 55 Bravo, p. 62 Room menu. $$$$ www.teatroboston.com Theatre Cafe, p. 64 Gardner Cafe, p. 62 reservations accepted The Castle at Columbus & Arlington Top of the Hub, p. 56 Museum of Science, p. 61 *THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL, 15 Arlington St., 617-536- 617-423-1112 Union Bar and Grille, p. 64 5700. This 1927 culinary landmark offers award-winning 123 New England contemporary French cuisine. The historic Dining Room is Chinese Henrietta’s Table, p. 59 available for special events only. The Cafe: B, L, D, Sat & SB. P.F. Chang’s, p. 64 Sheraton Commander The Lounge: L, D, C, LS. The Bar: L, D, C, LS. $$$$ Restaurant, p. 59 Eastern Mediterranean SKIPJACK’S SEAFOOD EMPORIUM, 199 Clarendon St., Lala Rokh, p. 58 Seafood Copley Square, 617-536-3500; other locations outside Azure, p. 55 Boston. Enjoy a comfortable atmosphere and specialties such French/French- B&G Oysters, p. 63 as blackened tuna sashimi, moonfish, Maryland crabcakes American Chart House, p. 60 and lobster. Winner of Best of Boston 2003 award for Aujourd’hui, p. 55 Gourmeli’s Seafood, p. 55 seafood. Jazz Brunch Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m. L & D Sun–Thu 11 Brasserie Jo, p. 55 Great Bay, p. 62 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. $$ Cafe Fleuri, p. 59 Harborside Grill, p. 61 Clio, p. 55 Jasper White’s Summer SMITH & WOLLENSKY, The Castle at Columbus & Arlington, Eastern Standard, p. 62 Shack, p. 55 617-423-1112. Located in a spectacular setting where chef Hamersley’s Bistro, p. 64 Legal Sea Foods, p. 64 Tindaro Losurdo creates outstanding steakhouse fare, this Julien, p. 60 Mare, p. 63 steakhouse giant features USDA Prime steaks, dry aged and

ants 1 No. 9 Park, p. 58 McCormick & Schmick’s legendary restaurant. The meticulously restored former Pigalle, p. 64 Seafood, p. 60 armory, known simply as “The Castle,” is accented by seven Spire, p. 61 Neptune Oyster, p. 63 working fireplaces and dining rooms that span four floors to Oceana, p. 61 blend fun and formality. D, C. $$$$ French Country Skipjack’s, p. 56 Hungry i, p. 58 Turner Fisheries, p. 56 SONSIE, 327 Newbury St., 617-351-2500. Recommended 4 Wisteria, p. 64 by Boston magazine as the place to “see and be seen.”

estaur Indian Ye Old Union Oyster The lively restaurant features a streetside cafe, 50-foot

r Gandhi, p. 58 House, p. 61 mahogany bar, brick oven, creative takes on classic American Tamarind Bay, p. 59 cuisine and a colorful dining room. The restaurant’s newest Southwestern attraction is their downstairs candlelit wine bar, an intimate International Cottonwood Cafe, p. 55 and lovely brick-walled spot in which to enjoy items from a 2 Intrigue, p. 60 Fajitas & ’Ritas, p. 60 250-bottle menu. L, D, C, LS, VP. $$$ Jacob Wirth, p. 64 Rendezvous, p. 59 Spanish/Tapas SPEEDER & EARL’S, Copley Square Hotel, 47 Huntington Rialto, p. 59 BarLola, p. 55 Ave., 617-536-9000. Boston’s “quirkiest” breakfast and cof- The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Toro, p. 64 fee bar, serving traditional and innovative favorites such as p. 56 eggs Benedict and malted waffles. Boston’s best pastries and Sonsie, p. 56 Steakhouses premium blends of gourmet coffee from Speeder & Earl’s of 4 Zephyr on the Charles, Davio’s Northern Italian Vermont are also featured. B, L, Sat & SB, D. $ p. 59 Steakhouse, p. 55 The Oak Room, p. 56 STEPHANIE’S ON NEWBURY, 190 Newbury St., 617-236- 3 Irish Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, 0990. Lauded by The New York Times, chef/owner Stephanie Kennedy’s Midtown, p. 60 p. 61 Sidell’s eatery showcases sophisticated cooking and classic Smith & Wollensky, p. 56 comfort food. Casual elegance at its best with a sidewalk cafe, club-like bar and skylit dining space. Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–10 p.m. L, D, SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m., ___ C, VP Tue–Sat evenings. $$$ SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 56 PANORAMA *TOP OF THE HUB, 800 Boylston St., Prudential Center, 617- renditions of classic Italian and French fare such as fresh wines and cuisine from France, Italy and Spain. Chef Jody 536-1775. There is nothing like sitting 52 stories above pasta and foie gras. L, D, LS. $$$$ Adams lends her creative talents to menu items such as pome- Boston for dining and a spectacular view of the city. The granate glazed skate with cauliflower, brown butter, sesame magnificent cuisine complements the breathtaking views. L, seeds and mint. D only. Reservations recommended. $$$$ D, LS, C. Live jazz seven nights a week. $$$$ CAMBRIDGE SHERATON COMMANDER RESTAURANT, 16 Garden St., TURNER FISHERIES, Westin Hotel Copley Place, Stuart and GANDHI, 704 Mass. Ave., Central Square, Cambridge, 617- Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-234-1365. New England- Dartmouth streets, 617-424-7425. Known for its fresh 491-1104. Savor the scents and flavors of India and enjoy style cuisine in a relaxed, elegant setting with a casual seafood and winner of several regional awards, Turner’s fea- exceptional Indian cuisine in the heart of Central Square. atmosphere. B, L, D, SB. $$ tures seven-foot-high French windows, swooping Hollywood Only the freshest produce, herbs and delicate spices are banquettes, mahogany paneling and cobalt blue tile. Private used to prepare the healthy fare. L daily noon–3 p.m.; D TAMARIND BAY, 75 Winthrop St., Cambridge, 617-491- dining rooms accommodate 10–140 guests. VP available on noon–11 p.m.; SB noon–3 p.m. L buffet daily noon–3 p.m., 4552. An Indian restaurant that rivals those in London, this Dartmouth Street. B, L, D, C, LS. $$$ “All you can eat” $5.95. Beer & wine. $ eatery offers more than 30 dishes layered in exotic spices and creamy sauces. The cozy restaurant also boasts an VIA MATTA, 79 Park Plaza, 617-422-0008. Radius owners HENRIETTA’S TABLE, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., extensive drink list, offering wine along with Indian beer, Michael Schlow and Christopher Myers helm this Italian-style Cambridge, 617-661-5005. Nothing but locally grown and organic lassi and masala tea. L, D. $$ trattoria, named in 2002 as one of “America’s Best New produce are used to create a lively, textured menu of reinterpreted Restaurants” by Esquire and “One of America’s Best New England classics. Private dining room available. B Mon–Fri ZEPHYR ON THE CHARLES, Hyatt Regency Cambridge, 575 Restaurants” by Gourmet. L, D, VP. $$$$ 6:30–11 a.m., Sat 7–11 a.m., Sun 7–10:30 a.m.; Sat and SB Memorial Drive, Cambridge, 617-441-6510. This restaurant noon–3 p.m.; L Mon–Sat noon–3 p.m.; D daily 5:30–10 p.m. $ serves small-portioned, tapas-like dishes, featuring eclectic fare like sushi-grade tuna tartare and wood-grilled tiger BEACON HILL RENDEZVOUS, 502 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, prawns. The setting features spectacular views of the Boston Cambridge, 617-576-1900. Renowned Boston chef Steve skyline. B, L, D, C. $$ ANTONIO’S, 288 Cambridge St., 617-367-3310. One of Johnson uses regional products and the spices of Northern Boston’s finest Italian restaurants (across from Massa- Africa, Italy, France and Spain to create his own twist on sea- chusetts General Hospital on historic Beacon Hill). Traditional sonal cuisine. Rotating entrees can include grilled Portuguese DOWNTOWN Italian food with nightly specials and complementing wine sardines with roasted peppers, fennel and capers or list. Specials include homemade fusilli, shrimp margarita and Moroccan style kofte with minted yogurt. D. $$ AVENUE ONE, Hyatt Regency (near The Opera House and chicken/sausage vinegar peppers and potatoes. L, D Downtown Crossing), 1 Ave. de Lafayette, 617-422-5579. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. $ RIALTO, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Cambridge, 617- Enjoy Boston’s most extensive fondue menu in a relaxed 661-5050. One of Greater Boston’s top restaurants features fine atmosphere. B, L, D, C, VP. $$ *CHEERS, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Also: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-227-0150. Both the original Beacon Hill pub and its spinoff offer a tasty selection of traditional fare

and an abundant beverage selection, including their award- r

winning Bloody Mary and a variety of draft beers. Live enter- estaur tainment Thu–Sat nights, and officially licensed Cheers mer- chandise sold on site. L, D, C, LS. $

ants THE FEDERALIST, Fifteen Beacon Hotel, 15 Beacon St., 617- 670-2515. The menu at this elite spot brings artistic flair to dishes like Colorado rack of lamb and skillet-roasted French Dover sole, in an atmosphere evoking the stately class of the ants world’s most private clubs. A rooftop herb garden and in- kitchen fish tanks help to ensure culinary perfection. B, D, Sat & SB, C, LS. $$$$ estaur

1 r HUNGRY I, 71 /2 Charles St., 617-227-3524. In a two-story townhouse with three working fireplaces and an outdoor patio, Chef Peter Ballarin delights patrons with French country cui- sine and creative desserts. Signature dishes include venison au poivre and braised rabbit a la moutard. L Thu and Fri only, noon–2 p.m.; D 5:30–9:30 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Private din- ing rooms available. $$$$. SEE LOCATOR #6 ON CENTER MAP.

LALA ROKH, 97 Mt. Vernon St., 617-720-5511. Named for a legendary Persian princess, this elegant restaurant is owned by siblings Babak and Azita Bina. Using their mother’s recipes, they’ve created a unique dining experience in the only restaurant of its kind in New England. L Mon–Fri noon–3 p.m.; D nightly 5:30–10 p.m. Reservations recommended. C, VP. www.lalarokh.com. $$

NO. 9 PARK, 9 Park St., 617-742-9991. Nationally acclaimed chef Barbara Lynch serves up French and Italian style dishes in a sophisticated bistro atmosphere atop Beacon Hill. Chef ___ Lynch has a subtle hand in the kitchen, turning out inventive ___ 58 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 59 *CAFÉ FLEURI, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., MERITAGE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439- SPIRE, Nine Zero Hotel, 90 Tremont St., 617-772-0202. 617-451-1900. Enjoy what Boston magazine calls “the best 3995. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an Alluringly ensconced in Boston’s most fashionable luxury Sunday brunch in Boston,” or sample a la carte Mediterran- appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. boutique hotel, Spire features a striking interior and chef ean and American fare, and French desserts—all within a The restaurant’s interior combines slate, marble, exotic wood Gabriel Frasca’s cuisine, which combines flavors from sunlit garden atrium. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11:30 a.m., Sat and leather, creating a luxurious atmosphere to accompany a France, Italy, Spain and Portugal with seasonal New England 7:30–11 a.m.; L daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat 6–10 hearty meal. All menu items come in appetizer and entree ingredients. Named one of “America's 50 Best Hotel p.m., Sun 4–10 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. $$ sizes. D, LS. $$$$ Restaurants” by Food and Wine. B, L, D LS, VP. $$$$

CALITERRA, Wyndham Boston Hotel, 89 Broad St., 617-348- MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, Science Park, 617-723-2500. Forget TEATRO, 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841. Teatro boasts a 1234. Located in the heart of the Financial District, this casu- dinner and a movie—now it’s brunch and a movie at the reasonably priced Italian-influenced menu by executive chef al, upscale restaurant features Cal-Ital cuisine with seasonal noontime Skyline Sunday Brunch. The package includes tick- Robert Jean and owner/chef Jamie Mammano. The restau- New England flavors. B, L, D. $$ ets to the Museum’s newest IMAX film, admission to the rant was named “Best Pre-Theatre Dining 2003” (Improper exhibit halls and free parking. Tickets: $32; seniors $31; chil- Bostonian) and “Best Italian Restaurant 2003” (Boston maga- CHART HOUSE, 60 Long Wharf, 617-227-1576. The Chart dren $30. Reservations recommended. $ zine). D Mon–Sat 5 p.m.–midnight; Sun 4–11 p.m. House boasts an impressive menu of fresh seafood, including Reservations accepted. www.teatroboston.com. C, VP. $$$ specialties like the crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer, OCEANA, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 296 State St., 617-227- shrimp fresca, macadamia crusted mahi-mahi, slow roasted 3838. One of Boston’s premier seafood spots. Boasting a YE OLDE UNION OYSTER HOUSE, 41 Union St., 617-227- prime rib and its signature dessert—hot chocolate lava breathtaking view of the harbor, Oceana offers uniquely pre- 2750. Steps from Quincy Market stands America’s oldest cake. Private parties for 30 or more by reservation only. L, D, pared fresh seafood. B, L, D, SB. $$ restaurant, serving Yankee-style seafood, beef and chicken. C. $$$ Famed for its oyster bar where Daniel Webster dined daily. Reservations Accepted PARKER’S RESTAURANT, Omni Parker House, 60 School St., Specialties include clam chowder, swordfish, and fresh lob- FAJITAS & ’RITAS, 25 West St., 617-426-1222. Established 617-725-1600. Executive chef Jerry Tice celebrates nostalgic ster. L, D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. in 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features fresh, healthy Tex-Mex and cuisine with a contemporary flair. The stately dining room VP. www.unionoysterhouse.com. $$$ barbecue cuisine. The restaurant stresses generous portions, reflects the rich culinary heritage that lives on at the birthplace affordable prices, open casual space and prompt, friendly of Boston cream pie and the Parker House roll. B, L, D. $$$$ service. Mon–Tue 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Wed, Thu & Sat ’til EAST BOSTON/AIRPORT In the Theatre District 10 p.m., Fri ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–8 p.m. C, LS. www.fajitas RUTH’S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE, 45 School St., 617-742-8401. 8 Park Plaza • 617-573-0821 andritas.com. $. SEE LOCATOR #3 ON CENTER MAP. Housed in Boston’s Old City Hall, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse HARBORSIDE GRILL, Hyatt Harborside, 101 Harborside Drive, (at the Transportation Building) offers the finest USDA prime steaks served sizzling hot, as 617-568-6060. The Harborside Grill offers panoramic views of INTRIGUE, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-856- well as fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list, all in a the Boston skyline from every seat in the dining room. During pfchangs.com • 1-866-PFCHANG (732-4264) 7744. Casual elegance surrounds this unique cafe. Beautiful gracious environment with warm hospitality. L, D, C. $$$$ the day, the Grill is a welcoming casual location for a bowl of decor and breathtaking harbor views are perfect for those who desire a cosmopolitan, relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a global menu created by renowned chef Daniel Bruce. B, L, D, LS. $ r

A Boston Tradition JER-NE RESTAURANT & BAR, The Ritz-Carlton Boston estaur A National Historic Landmark Common, 12 Avery St., 617-574-7176. Chef Jason Adams sets an uncharted course of adventure in contemporary cui- sine, featuring American favorites, seafood and steaks, all ants artistically presented. The artful menu is created from a palette of lush local flavors. The restaurant also boasts an exhibition kitchen. B, L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$$ ants *JULIEN, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451- 1900. The award-winning Julien offers creative contempo- rary French cuisine in a formal dining room of unparalleled estaur America’s elegance and intimacy. An ideal setting for pre-theatre din- r ing, a private business dinner or a romantic celebration. D Oldest Mon–Sat 6–10 p.m. Tapas menu available at bar Mon–Fri Restaurant 4–7 p.m. $$$$ On The Freedom Trail *KENNEDY’S MIDTOWN, 42 Province Street, 617-426-3333. Kennedy’s offers all the comforts of a traditional pub, featur- In The ing prime aged steaks, seafood and classic pub fare with a Faneuil Hall Area touch of class. Kennedy’s upstairs location offers a relaxing dining atmosphere with a lively bar offering live piano music Specializing In Yankee Style Seafood, on Thu, Fri & Sun. Open daily; L 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; D Sun–Tue Fresh New England Lobster 4–10 p.m., Wed–Sat 4–11 p.m.; B Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–2 p.m. And Grilled Meats www.kennedysmidtown.com. $$ 41 Union Street • 617-227-2750 MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, Park Sunday-Thursday 11 am-9:30 pm Plaza Hotel, 34 Columbus Ave., 617-482-3999; Faneuil Hall Friday & Saturday 11 am-10 pm Marketplace, North Market, 617-720-5522. Renowned for Union Bar til-Midnight fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, M & S also offers steak, All Major Credit Cards Honored • Validated Parking chicken and pasta dishes. Daily 11 a.m.–11:30 p.m., Fri & Visit Our Website • www.unionoysterhouse.com Sat ’til midnight. Bar menu Mon–Fri 3:30–6:30 p.m., Sat & ___ Sun 10 p.m.–midnight. $$$ ___ 60 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 61 chowder, and in the evening is transformed into a sophisticat- ting. Daily noon–1 a.m. L, D, C. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #5 ON ed seafood restaurant. Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. B, L, D, SB, CENTER MAP. C, VP. $$$ LUCCA RESTAURANT & BAR, 226 Hanover St., 617-742- 9200. Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence FANEUIL HALL 2002, Zagat Survey’s “Top New Restaurant 2002” and win- ner of Best of Boston 2001, this eatery is racking up raves *DICK’S LAST RESORT, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall for its regional Italian cuisine, superb wine list, lively bar and Marketplace, 617-267-8080. Watch for the outrageous antics elegant ambiance. D nightly 5–11 p.m.; Sat & Sun ’til 11:30 of Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up buckets of sloppy ribs, p.m.; bar menu ’til 12:15 a.m.; C ’til 1 a.m. VP. $$$. SEE succulent crab and shrimp, juicy steaks and chicken, two- LOCATOR #8 ON CENTER MAP. fisted sandwiches, burgers and salads. If that isn’t entertain- ing enough, there’s live music every night with no cover. L, MAMMA MARIA, 3 North Square, 617-523-0077. “Mamma D, C. www.dickslastresort.com. $$. SEE LOCATOR #2 ON Maria stands for what Italian food is. Simplicity, quality Can you imagine... CENTER MAP. ingredients and fun…the food of love” (Emeril Lagasse, 2004). Mamma Maria offers charming views of the neighbor- a world without children? hood and city skyline, as well as a Wine Spectator Award- FENWAY/KENMORE SQUARE winning wine list. D Sun–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. VP. www.mammamaria.com. $$$. SEE LOCATOR #9 ON We Can’t. BRAVO, Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617- CENTER MAP. Call 1-800-877-5833 to help. 369-3474. Chef Benjamin Cevelo brings his creative touch to an eclectic and contemporary menu. The restaurant’s bold MARE, 135 Richmond St., 617-723-6273. Marisa Iocco’s sis- www.stjude.org decor, created by famed restaurant designer Peter Niemitz, ter establishment to Bricco and Umbria, Mare specializes in Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner meshes with a rotating selection of the MFA’s modern mas- flavors from Italy’s coastal region that are completely organ- Cocktails • Late Night Dining terpieces. L daily 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Wed–Fri 5:30–8:30 ic, with an array of meats and seafood dishes such as Saturday and Sunday Brunch p.m.; SB 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. $$$ swordfish and crayfish. L, D. $$$$ at The Colonnade Hotel EASTERN STANDARD, Hotel Commonwealth, 528 MASSIMINO’S CUCINA ITALIANA, 207 Endicott St., 617- Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9100. This brasserie in the heart 523-5959. Owner/chef Massimino was formerly head chef of 120 Huntington Avenue • Boston of Kenmore Square resembles an old hotel dining room with its Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzerland’s Metropolitan Hotel. 617.425.3240 • brasseriejoboston.com decor, but the restaurant attracts a diverse crowd, from business- His eatery’s specialties include veal chop stuffed with arugu- men to crazed Red Sox fans. Its menu caters to both crowds, la, prosciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, amongst with offerings ranging from the Good Plate of Offal to veal shank other delights. L, D, LS, C. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & to sandwiches. B, L, D. $$ Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sun noon–9 p.m. $ r

THE GARDNER CAFÉ, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 280 NEPTUNE OYSTER, 63 Salem St., 617-742-3474. Named for estaur The Fenway, 617-566-1401. Chef Peter Crowley offers casual- the Roman god of the sea, this small raw bar in the North End yet-elegant, French-infused fare with an artistic twist. The sea- offers an enormous selection of seafood, sometimes cooked with sonal menu changes every few weeks, often inspired by cur- a hint of Italian. The menu features 12 varieties of oysters, the ants rent events at the museum as well as Mrs. Gardner’s own hearty New England lobster roll, oyster minestrone and lobster recipe books. Warmer weather allows seating amongst the lush scampi. L, D. $$$ vegetation of the museum’s Monks Garden. L, SB. $$ ants GREAT BAY, Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Ave., SOUTH BOSTON WATERFRONT 617-532-5300. Christopher Myers and chef Michael Schlow (Radius, Via Matta) present their unique take on the seafood AURA, Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. Aura’s

estaur and raw bar concepts. This eclectic space in Kenmore seasonal menus showcase a passion for using fresh, local

r Square serves delectable fare such as fish tacos and the ingredients in his recipes. Chef John Merrill partners with local acclaimed baked stuffed lobster. L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$ farmers and fishermen to select freshly harvested vegetables, seafood that is just off the boat and specially aged meats and cheeses to create his award-winning meals. B, L, D, SB. $$$ NORTH END

DAVIDE, 326 Commercial St., 617-227-5745. Boasts an SOUTH END upscale yet casual atmosphere with Northern Italian-inspired dishes. Accolades include the Zagat Award, The Five-Star B&G OYSTERS, 550 Tremont St., 617-423-0550. This Diamond Award and plaudits from Wine Spectator. All pastas sophisticated South End raw bar from James Beard Award- and desserts made fresh on premises. Reservations recom- winning chef Barbara Lynch (No. 9 Park) and partner Garrett mended. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D daily 5–10 p.m. C, Harker features bivalves from Wellfleet to the West Coast, as VP. $$$ well as signature dishes like the lobster BLT and the Maine lobster roll. L, D, LS, VP. $$ FLORENTINE CAFE, 333 Hanover St., 617-227-1777. Revered by visitors and residents for decades, this historic *BOB’S SOUTHERN BISTRO, 604 Columbus Ave., 617-536- 1237 Hancock St. 25 West Sreet cafe is one of Boston’s culinary landmarks. Lobster ravioli 6204. Boston’s premier soul food restaurant features perfor- Quincy Center www.fajitasandritas.com Boston Common with tomatoes and lobster cream sauce and seared veal with mances by talented local jazz musicians which accent a 617-774-1200 617-426-1222 grilled shrimp in Frangelico mushroom sauce are just two of delightful assortment of southern and Cajun cuisines to satisfy ___ the Italian wonders awaiting you in this charming bistro set- any palate. Live jazz SB. L, D, LS, C. $$ ___ 62 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 63 HAMERSLEY’S BISTRO, 533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700. This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by the husband and wife team of Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, first put the South End dining scene on the map. Try the duck confit or the Boston’s Tables roast chicken with garlic, lemon and parsley. Long regarded as one of the city’s top tables. D. $$$$

TORO, 1704 Washington St., 617-536-4400. Chef Ken Oringer’s latest restaurant aims for a highly social dining experience. The seating is a series of communal tables and the small, perfect- for-sharing tapas dishes—such as salt cod fritters, rainbow beet salad and salty fried chili peppers—blend a variety of vibrant styles and flavors. D, C. $$$

UNION BAR AND GRILLE, 1357 Washington St., 617-423-0555. This sleek, upscale American bistro in the SoWa District, fea- tures everything from gourmet comfort food like the Reuben sandwich and a beef-and-sausage burger to the award-winning $10K tuna in a roasted tomato vinaigrette. D, C, LS, SB. $$$

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*JACOB WIRTH, 37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in 1868, Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant, serving tradition- al German fare, including wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten and a great Langham Hotel, Boston (formerly Le Meridien) selection of German beers. This Theatre District mainstay still 250 Franklin Street, Boston resembles an old-time saloon, complete with ancient mahogany bar, weathered floors and weekly piano sing-alongs. L, D, C, LS. $$ 617.956.8752 www.langhamhotels.com LEGAL SEA FOODS RESTAURANT, 26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart, 617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617- 227-3115; Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; other locations. For more than 50 years, Legal Sea Foods has served the freshest seafood possible, including oysters, succu- lent New England lobsters and its famous clam “chowda.” Extensive wine list. L & D. $$$

P.F. CHANG’S, 8 Park Plaza, 617-573-0821. Enjoy unforget- ants table Chinese cuisine, attentive service and delicious desserts all served in a stylish bistro setting. Featuring an award-win- ning wine list, P.F. Chang’s offers an extensive wine-by-the- glass program as well as original cocktails like the Lucky Cat Martini. L, D & LS. Reservations accepted. Sun–Thu 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til midnight. www.pfchangs.com. $$. SEE LOCATOR #10 ON CENTER MAP. estaur

r PIGALLE, 75 Charles St. South, 617-423-4944. This welcom- ing bistro in Park Square brings exquisite French cuisine to the Theatre District via the inventive culinary artistry and personal- ly charming service of co-owners and husband-and-wife team Marc Orfaly and Kerri Foley. D, VP. $$$

THEATRE CAFE, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 617-574- 2752. Located in the heart of the Theatre District, this restau- Prices range from $45.00 to $56.00 rant features traditional American fare in a comfortable atmos- Children under 12, $17.50. phere and is a great location for pre- and post-theater dining. Sunday seatings: 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Seasonal outdoor dining and discounted parking at on-site garage is available. B, L, D. $$

WISTERIA, Doubletree Hotel Boston, 821 Washington St., 617- 956-7900. This restaurant and bar with a nouveau Asian twist Your guide to dining out in the Hub Langham Hotel, Boston (formerly Le Meridien) offers an innovative menu that synthesizes New England 250 Franklin Street, Boston seafood and Asian cuisine. Impeccable service and attention to 617.451.1900, ext. 7125 detail are apparent, from the unique presentation of entrees on www.langhamhotels.com signature china to the welcoming hotel towel offered upon ___ being seated. L & D. $$$ SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 64 PANORAMA ON THE MENU ON THE MENU

RAW BAR APPETIZERS o Crab, Avocado and Mango Stack Seared Boneless Buffalo Tenders o Scallops o Peppered Ahi Tuna Shrimp Cocktail & Bacon o Clam Chowder AIIA S APPETIZERS ® Coconut Crunchy Shrimp o Lobster STERLING BEEF T o Spring Rolls o Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Bourbon Street Sirloin Montreal RET Steak® o “Hand-Cut” Filet Mignon o B BY

SEAFOOD Shepherds Pie O Steamed Maine Lobster o Dynamite T HO Mahi Mahi o Herb Crusted Salmon FRESH FISH P o Spiced Yellowfin Ahi o Pan Seared Fish & Chips o Honey Bourbon o Sea Scallops Baked Stuffed Shrimp CHART HOUSE Salmon o Baked Seafood Casserole KENNEDY’S MIDTOWN o Alaskan King Crab Legs o 60 Long Wharf • 617-227-1576 42 Province St. • 617-426-3333 Dungeness Crab Clusters chart-house.com PASTA & POULTRY www.kennedysmidtown.com o PRIME RIB & STEAKS Chicken, Broccoli & Ziti Lobster et Chart House take you to a place where time stands still, o arm and enchanting, Kennedy’s Irish Pub & Steak House Prime Rib o Filet Mignon o New Ravioli Classic Chicken Marsala York Strip o Tenderloin Medallions the historic Hancock Counting House. This Boston landmark offers all the comforts of a traditional pub with a touch of L once housed the offices of John Hancock, an American Patriot. SANDWICHES Wclass. Old World-style dining rooms accented with historic DESSERT Experience their million-dollar renovations while savoring a seamless Kennedy’s Sirloin Burger o photos and soft candlelight provide a classic setting, while the Hot Chocolate Lava Cake blend of high quality seafood and steaks—including whole, steamed Mushroom Swiss Burger o Dublin mahogany bar offers a relaxed experience. An upbeat piano bar is fea- Raspberry Crème Brulée lobster, cracked for you right at your table, and prime rib rubbed with Chicken Sandwich o Kennedy’s Club tured select nights and during brunch. Just steps from Boston Common, aromatic herbs and spices and slow roasted to succulent perfection. theaters and shopping, Kennedy’s is a welcome respite for all.

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ANTIPASTI ANTIPASTI Fagottini ai Funghi di Bosco: Kobe Beef Tartare au-Poivre Puff pastry stuffed with wild Pan Seared Jonah Crab Cake mushrooms and fontina cheese in a Baby Arugula Salad marsala sauce o Capesante a Forno: Roasted scallops in a red pepper sauce with basil oil FARINACEI Hand-Rolled Potato Gnocchi PRIMI Butternut Squash Ravioli Fusilli alla Boscaiola: Hand-rolled Spaghetti with Jumbo Shrimp pasta with wild mushroom, prosciutto in a parmigiano cream sauce CASERECCI DAVIDE Veal Tenderloin o Roasted Rack of DAVIO’S PESCE 326 Commercial St., North End • 617-227-5745 Lamb o Pan Roasted Lobster 75 Arlington St. • 617-357-4810 Tonno e Capesante Balsamico: Pan-seared www.daviderestaurant.com o Pan Seared Sea Scallops www.davios.com tuna and scallop in a balsamic reduction o with fresh diced tomato and basil Roasted Chatham Haddock n integral part of the North End’s dining scene for over popular staple of Boston dining since 1975, Davio’s has CARNI 20 years, Davide first opened in 1982. While reflecting DAVIO’S CLASSICI enjoyed success at its spacious locale on Arlington Street Carre D’Angello all’Aglio e A the rich traditions of Northern Italy, the dishes amaze Penne with Smoked Chicken and Asince 2002. The regal restaurant features not only an in- Rosmarino: Roasted rack of lamb diners with their originality. Davide has earned numerous Sundried Tomatoes o Tagliatelle house bakery, open kitchen, wine room, pizza bar and separate with a roasted garlic and rosemary accolades over the years, including recognition as one of the Bolognese o Lobster Risotto cafe for take-out, but also the same outstanding wine list, crust in Barolo wine nation’s top 50 Italian restaurants, and boasts one of the finest o Grilled Porterhouse Veal Chop pizzas, pastas, Italian steakhouse fare, seafood and impeccable wine lists in the city. service it always has.

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index Italian restaurants. The cui- TIME TRAVELING: North Square’s NORTH END 69 Old World cobblestoned streets play host to not only sine is authentic and con- fine Italian eateries, but also to the historic Charm sistently delicious, whether Paul Revere House on the Freedom Trail. BACK BAY 72 Old World Sicilian, tradi- tional Northern Italian or Renowned as Boston’s Mediterranean fusion. And patriot/midnight rider and BEACON HILL 74 neighborhoods “Little Italy,” the North End though the ambience can be his family (including 16 CAMBRIDGE 76 is constantly brimming with boisterous, romantic or children!) from 1770–1800. the aroma of garlic and somewhere in between, the Christ Church, a.k.a. the Old freshly cooked cuisine. But setting is usually intimate, North Church, is Boston’s much of the North End’s with patrons rubbing oldest standing church charm comes from its storied elbows with one another (built in 1723) and served as history. The oldest neighbor- in crowded dining rooms— the signal tower that hood in the city, it gave birth it’s all part of the spurred Revere on his jaunt to the American Revolution European feel. through the countryside. on its narrow cobblestone One of Boston’s most And Copp’s Hill Burying BRIGHT LIGHT: streets and has been home well-known attractions is, Ground, founded in 1660 as Gaslamps and brick buildings, such as these in Beacon Hill, to wave after wave of new of course, the Freedom the Hub’s second cemetery, are two hallmarks of the city’s immigrants. Today, the Trail. Three of its sites are provided the final resting historic neighborhoods. North End remains one of located in the North End. place of many famous colo- Refer to page 74. the most European neigh- The Paul Revere House, nials, such as the Puritan borhoods in America. Boston’s oldest home (built preachers of the Mather The North End is widely circa 1680) was owned by family, including PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF ___ known for its abundance of the famed silversmith/ cont. on page 70 >> ___ ABOVE PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF 68 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 69 NORTH END WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 2002

“ZAGAT SURVEY, TOP NEWCOMER 2002” “BEST ITALIAN CUISINE. REGIONAL ITALIAN CUISINE By far the best restaurant in the North End, Dinner Nightly from 5 Mamma Maria might be the best in town.” Late night menu until 12:15 a.m. Frommer’s Boston 2005 Drinks until 1 a.m. three north square, boston (617) 523-0077 226 Hanover St., North End, Boston www.mammamaria.com (617) 742-9200 • www.luccaboston.com Valet Parking — Private Function Room

<< cont. from page 69 locale. These spectacles CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES: Salem Witch Trial-era firebrand Cotton usually celebrate the Processions and Mather, and Edmund Hartt, whose ship- patron saints of Italian festivals celebrating the feast days of yard constructed the U.S. Navy’s flagship villages and center around various saints take U.S.S. Constitution. jubilant parades of the over the streets of the In keeping with its Old World charac- saints’ statues through the North End throughout the summer. ter, the North End observes many tradi- North End’s winding tions imported from the shores of Europe. roadways. Food vendors, neighborhoods One such annual rite is the weekly Italian hawking everything from Offering a Creative Menu Specializing in Fresh feasts and processions, sausage to calamari, add their own Seafood and Homemade kept alive by immi- flavor to the scene. THE OLD Nouvelle Italian Cuisine Pasta. Visit the Hyatt NEIGHBORHOOD: grants and their If you’re looking for belly laughs Harborside and Relax in Dozens of local shops offer- descendents, that take instead of a full belly, have a seat at the featuring a variety of Our Unique Atmosphere, ing authentic Italian goods, place throughout the Improv Asylum on Hanover Street to take meats and fresh fish... Enjoy the Spectacular View from coffee to cold cuts and pastry to pasta, line the summer and enliven in the wild antics of this innovative Specials prepared daily; of the Boston Skyline and streets of the North End. this already spirited comedy troupe. The Asylum offers off-the- Pan seared veal with Taste What Boston Is cuff fun and hilarity at its original North grilled shrimp, housemade Talking About. End venue. lobster ravioli and Certified And if you haven’t had enough of good Black Angus beef. Full bar old Paul Revere, check out Paul Revere neighborhoods and private function Hyatt Harborside Tonight, which runs at the Old North 101 Harborside Drive room available. Boston, MA 02128 Church during the summer and fall. (617) 568-6060 Award-winning actor David Conner re- 333 HANOVER ST., BOSTON www.boston.hyatt.com creates this legendary figure and tells the 617.227.1777 [email protected] oft-untold stories of Revere’s upbringing www.florentinecafeboston.com ___ and his midnight ride. ___ ABOVE PHOTO BY D ELLA H UFF TOP PHOTO COURTESY OF THE G REATER 70 PANORAMA B OSTON C ONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU APRIL 10–23, 2006 71

BACK BAY

Once the swamp was gone, In Style NIGHT LIGHTS: The picturesque Back architect Arthur Gilman Bay skyline, appointed by the Hancock and drew up the plans to build Prudential towers, glitters after sunset. It’s the great American a largely uniform series of success story: rising from three- and four-story the humblest of beginnings brownstones. prominent feature is the PHOTOBYD ELLA H UFF to achieve prestige and Real estate is pricey in alphabetical cross streets, creative southwestern cuisine greatness. As such, this highly desired neigh- which intersect the main OLD AND NEW: the place for you. Once

222 Berkeley Street neighborhoods Copley Square is home Boston’s chic Back Bay may borhood—bordered on the residential thoroughfares your shopping is complete Copley Square, Boston to some of the most 617.247.2225 well be the ultimate north by the Charles River, of Beacon Street, prominent architectur- (or you just need to rest American neighborhood— Arlington Street to Park Marlborough Street and al landmarks in the and reload), the street city, including the snakebites classically beautiful Square on the east, Commonwealth Avenue, as striking Hancock Tower also boasts ice cream brownstone residences, Columbus Avenue to well as the commercial (above). shops like JP Licks and angus ranch strip steak paired with block after Huntington Avenue, boulevards of Newbury Ben and Jerry’s, and fash- block of high-end, glam- Dalton Street and the and Boylston streets. ionable restaurants and fire and spice pasta orous retail space, on a Massachusetts Turnpike on The Back Bay draws a bars like Sonsie, Stephanie’s on Newbury mango margaritas stretch of land that was the south, and Charlesgate high number of visitors and Ciao Bella, great for outdoor dining. once a fetid marsh. East on the west—and it’s because of Newbury Street, The Back Bay is also home to some of fresh grilled salmon fillet Between 1857 and 1882, easy to understand why which has been referred to Boston’s architectural standouts—from the what we know as today’s when one strolls past the as “the East Coast’s own classic beauty of Trinity Church (built in 20% food discount for parties of six to neighborhoods Back Bay was a tidewater gorgeous old brick build- Rodeo Drive.” If you’re itch- 1877) and the Boston Public Library, to twenty guests with this ad flat for the Charles River. ings, amply shaded by ing to rev up the charge Boston’s largest and most impressive Gradually it was filled in, trees, and within short cards, and names like modern skyscrapers, the 62-story John Just a few reasons to come visit us. the largest part of a project walking distance of pictur- Gucci, Cartier, Chanel and Hancock Tower and the Prudential Center, www.cottonwoodboston.com that would more than esque Boston Common and Barneys New York get your which houses offices, restaurants and ___ double the size of the city. the Public Garden. Another heart racing, then this is shops. *two hours free parking back bay garage after 5 p.m. ___ 72 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 73

BEACON HILL

BOSTON’S HIDDEN JEWEL

RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED 711/2 Charles Street, Beacon Hill SEAT OF POWER: blance to its European 617.227.3524 of Boston, such as Harrison IT’S ALL UPHILL: Beacon Street near The State House atop roots—narrow cobblestone the intersection with Charles Street runs Beacon Hill is the Heart of Gray Otis, William Scollay uphill along Boston Common towards the legislative heart of streets and gas-lit street- the City and Charles Bulfinch, who State House. Massachusetts. lamps still abound. While were all property owners other areas of Boston are here. Beyond that, Beacon loaded with trendy restau- As much as early Hill has remained the seat other Revolution-era rants and designer bou- Bostonians struggled to of political power in luminaries), King’s Chapel tiques, visitors to Beacon Hill are more like- define themselves as mem- Boston. The Massachusetts and, on School Street, the ly to find quaint antique shops along neighborhoods bers of a separate nation, State House was completed site of America’s first public Charles Street and “local” restaurants, off arouse and not English citizens, at the top of Beacon Hill in school (in 1856, a statue of the beaten path but beloved for genera- remnants of the Old World’s 1798, and in 1874 it Benjamin Franklin was tions. One exception is the original place your culture, morality and, par- received the gold leaf finish erected near the site). One “where everybody knows your name”—the enses ticularly, its physical archi- on its massive dome, which, spot on the Trail not to be Bull & Finch Pub, used as the inspiration celebrating 10 years tecture were bound to live thanks to diligent mainte- missed is the Old State for the classic sitcom “Cheers,” can be of fine Persian cuisine on in Boston. Today, there’s nance and renovations over House, at the corner of found on Beacon Street and still draws in nowhere in Boston that this the years, still shines bril- Washington and State throngs of tourists annually. still holds true more than liantly today. streets. In 1776, the And for those who cherish the outdoors, the historically upper-class It’s here that visitors to Declaration of Beacon Hill shares the Boston Common environs of the Beacon the Freedom Trail begin Independence was first with Downtown, offering visitors the

neighborhoods Hill neighborhood. their travels—passing by publicly read in Boston opportunity to take advantage of a natural Beacon Hill has tradi- historical landmarks such from the building’s east oasis upon which to throw a Frisbee, soak tionally been the home of as Park Street Church, the balcony, and the building up some sun, ride a foot-pedaled Swan

leaders—Boston’s first Old Granary Burying overlooks the site of the Boat through the Public Garden, or simply ® 97 MT. VERNON ST., BEACON HILL 617.720.5511 • LALAROKH.COM mayor, John Phillips, lived Ground (final resting place Boston Massacre in 1770. sit on a bench and watch the world go by, FULL SPIRITS MENU here, as well as instrumen- of John Hancock, Paul Physically, the neighbor- the way generations of Bostonians have PRIVATE ROOMS NOW AVAILABLE FOR HOLIDAY PARTIES ___ tal figures in the formation Revere, Samuel Adams and hood still bears resem- done before. ___ 74 PANORAMA s APRIL 10–23, 2006 75

CAMBRIDGE Inman Square Just north of Central Square, the quieter, more residential Inman Square prides itself on its hometown sensibility, with a fresh & honest diverse working-class population, many of whom speak Portuguese. No elitism here: the area’s only monument is the Cambridge Fireman’s Mural. It is a place where food brings people together, whether at a range of local ethnic markets or at restaurants known for their bold serving breakfast, lunch, flavors, like Chris Schlesinger’s East supper and brunch Coast Grill. It does get rowdy over at ImprovBoston, where an acclaimed comedy troupe spoofs sports, mystery and pop culture with jamboree music and general “joyful chaos.” Local and up-and- coming national jazz acts entertain music 617.661.5005 lovers at Ryles Jazz Club. at the charles hotel harvard square Kendall Square www.charleshotel.com It’s lined with coffee shops, HIGHER LEARNING: The Kendall Square, home to MIT—with its Massachusetts Institute of Technology is Square burrito joints, down-home not only one of the area’s most prestigious conspicuous concrete dome, the scene of music stores, and its own schools, it is also home to some very many famous pranks—looks more like a Deal striking architecture. share of great restaurants high-brow business park than a neighbor- like La Groceria, Gandhi and hood. Among the modern, sleek bio-tech The people of Cambridge Cuchi Cuchi. Every night of firms and research labs, there are more would like to inform the the week, fans of rock, jazz, University, which makes its than a few secret hiding places for fun. At world that their fine city is hip-hop and the blues line quaint presence on the the Kendall Square Cinema, movie buffs neighborhoods not a neighborhood of up at the doors of venues north side of the square. can check out foreign and independent Boston. Although it often such as the Middle East With all this intellectual films along with ice cream and espresso. gets lumped together with Cafe, T.T. the Bear’s Place energy flowing, it’s no sur- And for shoppers, the CambridgeSide Beantown, Cambridge stands and The Cantab Lounge. prise that Harvard Square Galleria houses over 100 stores, including alone with all the sustaining has been dubbed “the book Banana Republic, J. Crew and Best Buy. qualities of an international mecca of the world.” Not Harvard Square city center. Throughout everyone here is a student, Porter Square Kendall, Central, Inman, The grand cultural and though. A walk along Harvard and Porter Squares, geographical nucleus of Massachusetts Avenue or The young, artistic crowd influences the nearly 100,000 residents Cambridge houses six per- JFK Street reveals musi- stretch of Cambridge just beyond Harvard share a spirited range of forming arts theaters, three cians, magicians and street Square. Porter Square, on the outskirts of cultural influences. movie theaters, nine muse- performers, who add color Mass. Ave., is full of eclectic second-hand neighborhoods ums, over 100 restaurants to the already bustling shops and home to restaurants like the and more than 400 retail square. Diners flock to Cambodian-French favorite Elephant Walk Central Square stores. History is every- Harvard Square for the food and the Temple Bar. For a feel of the Central Square sets a swift where, including storied as well, at favorites like avant-garde arts scene, head to the pace as the social center for Harvard Yard, home of the Henrietta’s Table, UpStairs provocative Lizard Lounge for a poetry ___ Cambridge professionals. homonymous Harvard on the Square and Rialto. jam or live music. ___ 76 PANORAMA APRIL 10–23, 2006 77

questions with… I still run 5 “just about Bill Rodgers by Josh B. Wardrop every day… n the 1970s, New Englander Bill I couldn’t IRodgers was synonymous with the imagine not nationwide running craze thanks to his four Boston Marathon titles. doing it. Today, the Sherborn, Mass. resident ” still runs, operates the Bill Rodgers Running Center in Faneuil Hall (refer to listing, page 54) and provides commentary for the 110th Boston Marathon on WCVB Channel 5 on April 17.

Q: You retired from marathons in the 1990s, but you still race regularly, correct? A: II runrun aboutabout 2525 racesraces aa year—anywhere from 5K to half-marathons. I still rrunun just about everyday—it’severyday—it’s such a habit that I couldn’t imagine not doing it!

Q: You won four Boston A: Ethiopia and Kenya areare Marathons—a huge feat. Is high-altitude arareas—wheneas—when thertheree one that stands out thethe AfricanAfrican athletesathletes comecome which is fairly unique. And as most memorable? down to sea level, they’re people herheree have such A: My first win—1975—was getting about 5% mormoree strongstrong feelings for the event. probably my most important oxygen, which is a huge You really feel a connection racerace everever.. II achievedachieved aa 10-10- advantage. Plus, those with people reaching out to minute improvementimprovement on my nations take pride in their you as you run. There’s personal best—and beyond runnersrunners and offer organized greatgreat tradition. that,that, itit gotgot meme onon thethe OlympicOlympic training,training, whichwhich isis key.key. teamteam andand putput meme inin aa positionposition Q: Will you ever run wherwheree I could make a living Q: What sets the Boston Boston again? as a runner.runner. Marathon apart from A: II thinkthink II will.will. II haven’thaven’t hadhad other internationalinternational thatthat drivedrive toto competecompete recent-recent- Q: Why do African runnersrunners marathons? ly,ly, butbut II dodo lovelove thethe challenge.challenge. have such great success A: WWell,ell, the Marathon itself I’llI’ll bebe 6060 inin twotwo years,years, andand I’dI’d ___ at the Boston Marathon? startsstarts out in the small towns, likelike toto runrun it again then. 78 PANORAMA MS0461 C-YA_HK 3/7/06 2:14 PM Page 1 aphics.com C-YA! .hkgr

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