Your Ad here! Picture it! Page 1! Above the fold TOP BILLING BOOK NOW! MONTHLY RATES! NOVEMBER 7, 2019 TThehe BBeeaconacon HHillill TTimesimes THERE ARE NO TIMES LIKE THESE TIMES Proposed Kenzie Bok triumphs in legislation District 8 City Council race calls future By Dan Murphy affordable housing advocate, com- munity leader and former chair of of Owl’s Nest Kenzie Bok claimed victory in the Boston Ward 5 Democratic the Nov. 5 municipal election for Committee, garnered around into question the District 8 city council seat. 70 percent of the ballot (3,659 According to the City’s unof- ficial election results, Bok, an (Election, Pg. 3) By Dan Murphy

The Owl’s Nest – the beer garden that Everett’s Night Shift Brewing operates on the Charles River Esplanade - just wrapped up a second successful season last week, but its future could now hinge on proposed legislation that would put further restrictions on Boston’s beer gardens. Senate Bill 158, co-sponsored by Sens. Ed Kennedy of Lowell and Nick Collins of South Boston, would prevent beer garden oper- Patrick O’Connor photo ators from getting any more than Outgoing District 8 City Councilor Josh Zakim; his successor, Kenzie 14 one-day licenses in a year while Bok; and State Rep. Jay Livingstone. the current yearly limit caps it at 30 licenses per applicant. While its Tzurit Or, founder of Tatte Bakery & Café, language has yet to be finalized, the legislation could potentially to speak to the Beacon Hill Women’s Forum stymie many of the city’s beer gardens, which operate seasonally By Linda Calandra – new members are always wel- with multiple parties applying for come! For further information about this season’s speakers and a series of one-day licenses, as well Photo by Marianne Salza The Beacon Hill Women’s as nonprofits depending on one- Odette and Prudence Paradis heading to the Hill House’s Halloween Forum (BHWF) will host their events, and to join BHWF, visit day licenses to host fundraising Party on Thursday, Oct. 31. Dozens of neighborhood children made monthly forum starting at 6 p.m. www.beaconhillwomensforum. events: In the case of the Owl’s their way to the Hill House prior to going out Trick-or-Treating around on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the org. Beacon Hill. See Pages 6 and 7 for more photos. Hampshire House. With this time (Owl’s Nest, Pg. 12) of year popular for baking holi- day treats, attendees will enjoy a talk from Tzurit Or, the Founder Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner of Tatte Bakery & Café, entitled, ”Baking Up A Storm”. Holiday Decorating - An Quigley of the Charles Street the reins as the program switched After baking 20 hours a day annual tradition on Beacon Hill Merchants (now the Beacon Hill from a business to a residential from her home kitchen and selling The Garland and Greens Business Association) lamented focus. at local farmers’ markets, Tzurit cocktail party, to be held at the that the dwindling Merchants To this day, Kershaw still expanded to Tatte’s first brick- Hampshire House on November group could no longer afford to throws the party that raises the and mortar bakery in Brookline, 13th, annually raises funds for decorate the street. The three, funds and Turner still directs MA. A self-trained pastry chef, the 2,680 yards of garlands and along with a local floral arranger, the hundreds of volunteers who Tzurit wanted to create a place 2,400 red bows needed for the decided to spearhead the effort decorate the lampposts. Under that welcomes and hugs all that community to decorate Beacon and the first fundraiser was held her leadership, what once took enter a Tatte. Come hear her mis- Hill’s 1,100 historic gas lamps. at the Hampshire House. almost a week is now accom- sion which aims to bring a unique This year will mark the 24th For the first few years, only plished in two days on the first but local experience to each and year the gas lamps on Beacon Charles Street was decorated but full weekend of December. every location, many of which Hill have been dressed in such soon after the Beacon Hill Civic This year the holiday decorat- are familiar to local residents. holiday finery and the 20th year Association joined the team and ing will take place on Saturday, This event is free for BHWF Tzurit Or will give her talk, of decorating the entire Hill. The gas lamps all over the Hill were December 7th and Sunday, members. Membership is avail- “Baking Up a Business” on idea was born in 1995 when Tom swathed in greenery and ribbons. December 8th. This is a terrific able to be purchased by the year Tuesday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m. at the Hampshire House Kershaw, Ivy Turner and Chris The BHCA gradually assumed (BHCA Pg. 5) or with a 30-day monthly pass 2

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Attention to Detail Real Estate Transfers By Penny Cherubino BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE BACK BAY THIS WEEK'S ANSWER 249 Beacon Street 2 LLC Neifert LT 249 Beacon St #2 $1,915,000 Crowley, Nicole E Lee, Christine E 2 Clarendon St #208 $630,000 Munoz, Jose M Rourke, Richard B 293-295 Commonwealth Ave #1F $775,000 Burrage Mansion 1&B RT Curme, Oliver D 314 Commonwealth Ave #1 $6,300,000 Burrage Mansion 1&B RT Curme, Oliver D 314 Commonwealth Ave #B $6,300,000

BEACON HILL Pons, Carol L Kundu, Sheila 8 Lindall Pl #2 $527,000 Hafler, Jason Driscoll, James J 145 Pinckney St #525 $642,000 Hamilton, Lisa L Hanson, Velta 145 Pinckney St #729 $1,100,000 Hamilton, Lisa L Hanson, Velta 145 Pinckney St #735 $1,100,000 Prince FT Spiziri, Vincent 33 Pinckney St $3,975,000

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Election (from pg. 1) BEACON HILL NEW BABIES GROUP - votes) while Jennifer Nassour, an and appreciate the issues that Jenn COFFEE AT KODOMO attorney and former chair of the Nassour brought to the forefront. Massachusetts Republican Party, I look forward to each candi- trailed with nearly 30 percent date who ran continuing to stay (1,539 votes) in the race for the involved.” seat to represent Back Bay, Beacon Bok said she is honored to suc- Hill, Fenway-Kenmore, Mission ceed Zakim on the council, and he Hill and the West End currently reciprocated her adulation. held by Josh Zakim, who is step- “I think it was an easy choice ping down after three terms. to support Kenzie,” said Zakim, During her cam- who also endorsed her. “She’s an paign-turned-victory party outstanding individual who will Tuesday at Lir in the Back Bay, make a great City Councilor. I Bok credited her late grandfather, think her campaign message of John Bok and Bill McGonagle, inclusion, equity and access reso- the former head of the Boston nated with voters, and I’m really Housing Authority and her one- excited to have her represent me time boss who died in October, on the City Council.” for inspiring her to run for City Looking ahead, Bok said she Councilor. looks forward to working to tack- Bok also extended her grati- le the most pressing issues now tude to the elected officials who facing the city, including afford- endorsed her, including State Rep. able housing, climate change, edu- MammogramsJay Livingstone, who was the first cation and transportation chal- Mammograms to call her to encourage her Mammogramsto lenges. Save Lives. Save Lives. run for the seat immediately after “Tonight, we’re electing a City Zakim decided to step down.All womenCouncil over 40that’s should excited have to rise to “District 8 was fortunate to meet these challenges,” Bok said. Save Lives. have such great candidatesa run,”mammogram “Tonight once is a abeginning. year. Tonight, Livingstone wrote. “I’m looking I’m going to thank everyone indi- forward to working with BreastKenzie cancervidually, found and earlywe’re going to cele- The Beacon Hill New Babies group started in September to introduce a few friends with new babies who all Bok, who will be a tremendous brate. Then, we’re going to get to offers the best chance to be live on Beacon Hill to each other. In just two months, it has grown into a neighborhood community of 30 advocate for our diverse district, work.” families. If you are interested in learning more, email [email protected]. cured. Free or low cost

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BE SURE TO THANK OUR VETERANS

Its was 101 years ago on Nov. 11, 1918, that World War I formally came to a conclusion on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month. Americans observed the first anniversary of the end of the war the fol- lowing year when the holiday we now know as Veterans Day originated as Armistice Day in 1919. The First World War was referred to at the time as “the war to end all wars.” It was thought that never again would mankind engage in the sort of madness that resulted in the near-total destruction of Western Civilization and the loss of millions of lives for reasons that never have been entirely clear to anybody either before, during, or since. Needless to say, history has shown us that such thinking was idealisti- cally foolhardy. Just 21 years later, the world again became enmeshed in a global conflagration that made the first war seem like a mere practice run for the mass annihilation that took place from 1939-45. Even after that epic second world war, America has been involved in countless bloody conflicts in the 74 years since General Douglas MacArthur accepted the Japanese surrender on the Battleship USS Missouri. Today, we still have troops fighting -- and dying -- on front lines around the world. “Peace is at hand” has been nothing but a meaningless slogan for most of the past 101 years. Armistice Day officially became known as Veterans Day in 1954 so as to include those who served in WWII and the Korean War. All of our many veterans since then also have become part of the annual obser- vance to express our nation’s appreciation to the men and women who Guest Op-Ed bravely have answered the call of duty to ensure that the freedoms we enjoy as Americans have been preserved against the many challenges we We need health care reforms that help patients, families have overcome. Health America consistently patients not receiving the savings The recent capture and killing of the leader of ISIS demonstrated both By Patrick J. Kennedy oppose policies that would restrict intended for them, but the cost of the precision and bravery of our troops, who are the most dedicated and This summer, we saw remark- access to new medications. medicines are rising. lethal fighting force in the world. able, bipartisan progress on Fortunately, many practi- Pharmacy benefit managers Although Veterans Day, as with all of our other national holidays, addressing rising health care costs cal solutions have already been and insurers are incentivized to unfortunately has become commercialized, we urge our readers to take -- an issue voters have consistently explored and are waiting for a maximize the number of rebates ranked as most important. champion to take them over the they can receive. And since rebates a moment, even if just quietly by ourselves, to contemplate the debt we The challenge for lawmakers finish line. are used for the most expensive owe to the veterans of all of our wars and to be grateful to them for right now is twofold: find effective Reforms like passing on some drugs, this means benefit manag- allowing us to live freely in the greatest nation on earth. solutions that make health care of the rebates in Medicare Part D ers are also incentivized to keep If nothing else, Veterans Day should remind us that freedom isn’t free more affordable for all Americans will realign incentives throughout drug prices high -- or steer patients the whole system to bring down toward high-priced drugs. and that every American owes a debt of immeasurable gratitude and without reducing access to treat- ments. prices -- all while providing actual Both practices increase costs thanks to those who have put their lives on the line to preserve our ideals While our health care system savings at the pharmacy. for families across the nation. and our way of life. often seems like a tangled knot of The plan is simple enough -- Removing incentives would help misaligned incentives and bureau- forcing insurance companies and patients find effective and afford- cracy, there are most certainly pharmacy benefit managers (mas- able treatment options. bipartisan solutions that Congress sive private “middlemen” between I look forward to members can implement to achieve this dual drug companies and insurers) to of Congress from both sides of THE BEACON HILL TIMES goal. pass on drug rebates to patients at the aisle addressing this problem. the point of sale. Rebate reform is the best place President/Editor: Stephen Quigley The issue is of particular con- cern for the mental health commu- For patients, passing on rebates to start. Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio would provide immediate relief. It Former U.S. Rep. Patrick J. ([email protected]) nity. Millions of Americans con- Art Director: Scott Yates front mental illness each day and is estimated that sharing a portion Kennedy was lead sponsor of

Founding Publisher: Karen Cord Taylor approximately one in six use some of rebates with diabetes patients the Mental Health Parity and form of psychiatric medication. on Medicare could save up to $20 Addiction Equity Act of 2008 And for those battling addiction, billion over the next 10 years. and served on the President’s medication can sometimes mean Most importantly, this plan Commission on Combating Drug © 2007 Independent Newspaper Group the difference between success and addresses the rising cost of pre- Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. failure. scription drugs. He is co-chair of Mental Health Phone: 617-523-9490 • Fax: 781-485-1403 Medication is not a one-size- Currently, pharmacy benefit for Us and co-author, with Stephen Email: [email protected] fits-all solution. Prescriptions managers pocket rebates, claim- Fried, of A “Common Struggle: A must be monitored and adjust- ing they spread the cost of drugs Personal Journey through the Past Web Site: www.beaconhilltimes.com ed as treatment progresses. It’s throughout premiums and other and Future of Mental Illness and why organizations such as Mental patient fees. So not only are Addiction.” 5

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BHCA (from pg. 1) way to get involved in the neigh- ing their spaces; that, too, hap- street at least two days before the borhood, meet neighbors and pened years later. When speaking move. BTD provides flyers to be make new friends. The BHCA is of the association’s achievements distributed to neighbors at least again in need of many helpers and at its tenth anniversary in 1932, two days prior so that they are encourages all neighbors to save the BHCA president mentioned aware of the move and remove the date and join the fun. Watch the widening and redesign of their cars from the assigned spac- your mail and our weekly eblasts Charles and Cambridge streets, the es. for more details! elevated train station, increased Residents should clean any Please contact the BHCA at parking spaces, the conversion of debris left behind and remove any 617-227-1922 if you’d like to vol- seven streets into one-way roads signs or flyers after their move. unteer. and the installation of traffic sig- Neighbors can remove any posted nals on Charles Street. But even permits that have expired. For A Piece of the Past - Parking those accomplishments were not further information, visit www. and Traffic issues enough. She correctly predicted boston.gov/moving. Despite the excitement brought that the battle against traffic prob- [Source: www.boston.gov] by the mass production of auto- lems would go on and on. mobiles, by the early 1920s Beacon [Source: The Life and Times of Come join us! Hillers suffered from an increase a Neighborhood] If you haven’t yet become a Some of our Young Friends share in the fun on Decorating Days! in accidents, a parking nightmare member of the BHCA, we invite and traffic congestion. The neigh- Permits 101: Moving Permits you to join. Your input in quality become a member. First Friday Coffee Hour – borhood had quickly become a A standard moving permit of life issues on the Hill is import- Friday, December 6th, 74 Joy speeding thoroughfare for cars reserves two parking spaces for ant to us, and we rely on you our Upcoming BHCA Meetings Street driving in and out of Boston every one day from 7 am to 5 pm. neighbors to bring your comments Tuesday, November 12: Board Decorating Days – December day. As the traffic and parking Residents can only apply online and concerns to our attention. By of Directors Meeting. 7pm. 74 Joy 7th and 8th problems escalated, the BHCA if their moving dates are at least joining our membership, you add Street. 48th Annual Beacon Hill Gala generated ideas to resolve it; one two weeks but no more than a to the collective voice of the neigh- – February 8th at Four Seasons such idea was to build an under- month away. Otherwise they must borhood and support our work in Other upcoming BHCA Events Boston ground garage at the Common, visit the Boston Transportation historic preservation, community Garlands & Greens – which didn’t become a reality until Department (BTD) at City Hall development and civic engage- Wednesday, November 13th at Visit the Beacon Hill Civic the 1950s. at least three days before moving. ment. Please call our office at Hampshire House (84 Beacon) Association website www.bhcivic. Another early idea was to estab- The fees for these permits are 617-227-1922 or email the BHCA Beacon Hill Meet & Greet org or call the office (617-227- lish residential parking for Beacon based on the number and location Executive Director at patricia. – Monday, December 2nd, 75 1922) for more information on Hillers who even then objected to of spaces required. [email protected] with any ques- Chestnut Street any of these events. commuters and legislators usurp- Signs need to be posted on the tions, comments or concerns, or to 6

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A tiny lion roared after having her face painted by a witch, and a baby chick joy- fully flew as she was tossed in the air during Hill House’s Kids’ Halloween Party on Oct. 31. Little ones decorated trick-or-treat tote bags, and played pin the eyeball on the monster, as well as witch’s hat bowling. Families also enjoyed a book sale while a pirate and unicorn strove to bite into a hanging donut.

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By Lauren Bennett and the rest of the A-1 BPD team, it will be a really great addition to on the market after the registra- go directly into CPA funding, he who have been partners in “pin- the streetscape,” Beck said. The tion process goes into effect. said. He has a coffee hour sched- The Bay Village Neighborhood pointing some of the hotspots” groundbreaking for 212 Stuart St. Lastly, BVNA members uled for Saturday, November 2 at Association (BVNA) held its annu- in the neighborhood and added will be “any day now,” and the heard from State Rep. Aaron the Berkeley Perk cafe in the South al meeting on October 24 at the police watches when the neigh- units at 108-110 Arlington St. are Michlewitz, a representative from End. He also encouraged people to Revere Hotel, where members borhood has asked. Additionally, almost complete and are being City Councilor Annissa Essaibi- email him with any concerns that gathered for drinks and appetizers Moll said that nearly all of the sold now. George’s office, and Alejandra St. he may be able to create legislation and to listen to what the organi- graffiti in Bay Village has been Nancy Morrisroe from City Guillen, who is running for City from. “I’m there to be your voice zation has accomplished over the wiped out, and they are starting Services talked about some of the Council At-Large. and to work on behalf of you,” past year. a pilot program called Bay Village city issues that the committee has Michlewitz talked about the he said. BVNA President Bethany Patten Watch, which is a tool for people been working on. She said that a education reform that was passed A representative from Annissa kicked off the program by saying to send in issues that are seen contractor has been selected for last week, which he said is the Essaibi-George’s office talked that the BVNA has been “grap- throughout the neighborhood if the crosswalk on Arlington St. first time the formula has changed about some things that the coun- pling with big questions” over the they do not want to contact 311 “This is going to be a super duper in 26 years. He said the reim- cilor has been working on, includ- past year, such as addressing the directly. crosswalk,” she said, and will bursement for charter schools will ing working to make sure schools housing crisis and transportation Ben Beck from Licensing and include pedestrian flashing lights change, as well as some other for- are fully funded by the budget. issues in the neighborhood and Planning said that Bay Village to make it much safer for people mulas that have been a focus for a Every BPS school now has a full- across the city. “We’re lucky to is “one of the hottest neighbor- to cross the street. while. “We have a huge achieve- time nurse, and Essaibi-George have the support of both the com- hoods” in the city right now, and People in Bay Village are not ment gap in the Commonwealth,” is continuing to work on increas- munity and the policy makers,” is drawing in a lot of people and a fans of the new trash collection he said. “We pride ourselves on ing mental health professionals Patten said. “We’re grateful that lot of developers. “We’re making time. “The trash schedule is a education.” throughout the schools as well. this community is so active.” sure that we’re not surrounded disaster,” Morrisroe said, adding He said that the budget that She is also working on increasing Updates from BVNA by megastructures and overcrowd- that none of the neighbors were was passed this July was his first access to affordable units through- Committees were given, starting ing,” he said of the Licensing and consulted about the change. She as Chairman of the Ways and out the city as well as artist live/ with Danny Moll from Safety. Planning Committee’s job. He urged residents to put out their Means Committee. He said they work spaces, “addressing the most Moll said that Bay Village saw talked about some of the devel- trash as late as possible the night put in “monumental” money for vulnerable populations in this another year of decreasing crimes, opment projects that the BVNA before if it absolutely cannot be education, as well as “historic housing crisis,” the representative and continues to be “one of the heard throughout the year. The put out before 6:00am on trash amounts” of money for homeless- said. leading safest parts of Boston.” Isabella St. church project did day. ness and housing. “We have great Alejandra St. Guillen said that The crimes that remain were not go forward, as the developers Morrisroe is also part of the shelters in my district,” he said, she grew up in Mission Hill, and “crimes of convenience,” like car withdrew their proposal. Beck said Alliance of Downtown Civic adding that the individual shelter was a Boston Public Schools grad- break-ins or package thefts, he that that particular project was Organizations (ADCO), and gave line item was fully funded in the uate. She was a public school said. He said he hopes that devel- not well received by the neighbor- an update on the short term rental budget as well. teacher and served as the Director opments in the area will help fund hood anyway. regulation, which is something the “We’re putting an extensive of Immigrant Advancement for as a community benefit the securi- The project at 67-69 Church St. organization has been invested in. amount of money into public the City of Boston. She said in ty cameras the neighborhood has is currently in the demolition pro- She said that Airbnb settled with housing,” Michlewitz said. He her time in that position, she real- been trying to install for a while. cess, he said, and the height vari- the city in August, so starting this said there are infrastructure issues ized “just how critical municipal He said that he would like to ance has been reduced from what December, every short term rental with public housing across the government was.” She said that thank Captain Fong, Sgt. Moy, they originally proposed. “I think has to be registered with the city. board, and money needs to be if elected, she is “excited about She said to call 311 if there is any dedicated to fix the problems. He joining a council that already has suspicion of illegal Airbnbs in the also said that whenever talking a lot of strong women.” She also neighborhood, and that eventu- about a particular housing devel- asked everyone to get out and vote ally there will be a space in the opment project it is important that on November 5. 311 app to report such properties. there is onsite affordability. “I’m excited,” she said. “I think “We need the neighbors to be as Additionally, there will be there’s a real opportunity in the vigilant as you can,” she said. increased Community Preservation city to shape the type of city we She added that Chief of Housing Act (CPA) funding due to the want to be for generations to Sheila Dillion said that at least increase in fees at the Registry of come.” 1500 new apartments will go back Deeds. The money from that will

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By Lauren Bennett currently ends in the South End, neighborhoods, we are trying to As for cyclists, Seskin said that cross streets will be made safer so residents of neighborhoods like understand experiences and sto- while there are existing sidewalks for bikers and pedestrians, as well The Boston Transportation Bay Village, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, ries about using these streets and for pedestrians, there aren’t really as what impact construction near Department (BTD) has announced and beyond do not have the same listening to the places they identify any existing amenities for bikers Back Bay Station might impact plans to extend the Southwest access as other neighborhoods. as what they like or where they on a lot fo downtown streets. this extension. Corridor to Downtown, Beacon The vision for the project, Seskin see challenges,” Seskin said, “so “We’re trying to understand where “I think increased usage of the Hill, and the West End, and will said, is to “create a network where we’ll bring both of these togeth- bicyclists are coming from, where park and a safer environment are be holding community walks in we can continue that idea of super er” when deciding what improve- they’re going, what their prefer- all positive things,” he said of the the coming weeks to get feed- comfortable walking and biking ments to make and where to make ences are,” Seskin said. She added project as a whole. back from residents about how for people to get to work, access them. that they also want to take into “I think it’s about stakehold- the extension could help improve open spaces like the Public Garden Though they are just in the account how people from these ers—make sure you’ve got all the navigation and safety for pedestri- and the Common, to connect in beginning of the outreach phase, neighborhoods are biking around neighborhood associates that [the ans and bikers. with the regional network,” such BTD has already met with some when deciding how the bike net- project] touches to provide their The Sun spoke with BTD Active as places like Kendall Square, the residents and neighborhood orga- work will be constructed. opinion and help.” Transportation Director Stefanie Esplanade, or Charlestown. nizations to gather some feedback. Bob Barney, President of The upcoming community Seskin about the extension proj- BTD is currently look- Right now, “it’s a lot of questions the Claremont Neighborhood walks are as follows: ect. She said that it is one of ing at streets in the South End, and interest,” she said. Association, said that he is curious • Back Bay: Thursday, the “priority projects” stemming Bay Village, downtown, and In addition to the pedestrian about the impact this extension November 7 at 7:30am, 65 Beacon from the GoBoston2030 plan that Chinatown to see how this could study, BTD will be conducting a will have on these neighborhoods. St. launched in 2017, and is based be achieved. They are also con- more traditional traffic study on “Will more pedestrians or bikers • South End: Wednesday, on the success of the Southwest ducting studies on how many dif- selected streets to see how vehi- come?” he wondered. November 13 at 7:30am, 400 Corridor in Jamaica Plain and ferent pedestrians are using these cles are moving and interacting He also has questions about Tremont St. Roxbury. “[It’s been] a really great streets and how they are using with MBTA buses, school buses, Northampton St., as he and oth- • Bay Village, December 3 way for people to enjoy walking them, how many crashes occur, and especially downtown, tour ers have proposed a bike path on at 7:30am, 10 Park Plaza and biking with families, and to and where more accessible curb buses. Seskin said they will also Northampton St. down towards “I’m excited for our upcoming get to and from their homes and ramps are needed. be looking at where people are Albany St. as a safer alternative walks,” Seskin said, “and I hope transit stops,” she said. “Through the series of walks going when driving through these to biking on Mass Ave. He also that people are able to join us on But the Southwest Corridor we are leading and meetings with streets. wants to know specifically how their way into work.” Boston Common Master Plan team holds first Open House

By Lauren Bennett look at the entire Common,” stakeholders in the park. They’ve well as the little league field are there are a “tremendous” num- understanding use, landscape also discovered through commu- areas that have long been dedi- ber of people passing by Park St. The Boston Parks and quality, and other aspects of the nity engagement that people are cated to active recreation on the T station, and it was discovered Recreation Department, along park. “The plan will be a guiding looking for things such as more Common, but Bolinger said they that a lot of people are using the with the Friends of the Public document that will inform our restrooms, better nighttime vis- are “not the most aesthetically Common to get from one point Garden and design and engineer- work for years to come,” she ibility, more food choices, more compelling,” and there is now to another. ing firm Weston and Sampson, added. public art, better pathways and an opportunity to envision these “Clearly there are many oppor- held the first public Open House Cheri Ruane of Weston and maintenance, and services for the areas in a new, fresh way. tunities on the Common,” Bolinger regarding the Boston Common Sampson said that they’ve already homeless. Over 1000 people were Bolinger said that it’s important said. “We recreate differently than Master Plan on October 29 at gathered a lot of feedback through reached through the popup events to look seriously at the tree cover we ever have.” He added that Emerson College. the popups as well as an online that were set up near public trans- on Boston Common and be pro- activation helps to make a place Aside from the formal presen- survey, which has been taken by portation and community events active in planting. There are about feel more secure, and the hope is tation, boards featuring different more than 4000 people so far. across the city, she said. 600 trees on the Common now, to activate the Common at more aspects of the plan were set up, The historical significance of the She also said that people about half as many as there once times on given days during the and members of the Master Plan park is an important piece of its want more public events on the was. Additionally, the pathways, week. team were available to answer identity: the Common was orig- Common, and for them to remain which are constructed of asphalt, The project team continues to questions from residents. inally purchased from a private free. People appreciate the trees, concrete, and brick, are in “vari- seek input from the community Boston Common is “the peo- landowner by residents of Boston grass, the Frog Pond, and the able” condition across the park— about what they like and dislike ple’s park,” according to Parks for six shillings apiece, Ruane said. playground, though many people same with the soil and turf, much about the Common, and what Commissioner Ryan Woods, who The Common was established as a said they would like to see a bigger of which is in “fair” or “poor” they’d like to see included in the said he is “thrilled” to partner with public park in 1634. playground as well as a fenced-in condition. Master Plan. The online survey the Friends of the Public Garden The need for a revamp is evi- dog park. Weston and Sampson has also and details about upcoming com- on this project. The Common is dent to the project partners as “People liked open space and been doing pedestrian counting on munity engagement events can be used daily by thousands of peo- well as those who utilize the park. trees and grass the most about the the Common, to see where most found at bostoncommonmaster- ple who are commuting, walk- “The physical landscape is tired,” Common,” Ruane said, “as well people are gathering or walk- plan.com. ing dogs, or just passing through. Ruane said. “Where intense use as proximity to other downtown ing through. Bolinger said that Mayor Walsh has set aside $28 happens, there’s reciprocal wear. amenities and attractions.” million for renovations to the The Common is much loved and Most people also thought the Boston Common; $23 million will well-used.” Contiion of the Boston Common be used for capital improvements, She said that the Master Plan was “fair.” Others thought it was WantWant Neighborhood Neighborhood NewsNews while the remaining $5 million process began back in the spring “good,” and some thought it was will go into a maintenance endow- with taking a “deep dive” into “poor.” Safety was also mostly delivereddelivered right right to to your your hands?hands? ment. what is happening on the site, and rated “fair” and “poor,” she said. Woods said that the open house trying to gain a better understand- Gene Bolinger of Weston and was the first of a few, and project ing of how it is being used now. Sampson talked about the site partners have also been gathering The public engagement process inventory and analysis of the cur- SubscribeSubscribe to to TheThe BeaconBeacon Hill Time’s feedback at “popup Commons” commenced in the summer with rent site that has been completed. across the city. the popups and the online survey. He said that the 50 acre park NewsletterNewsletter and and nevernever missmiss a thing! Liza Meyer, Chief Landscape Ruane said that so far, the proj- is “composed of many different Architect for the City of Boston, ect team has met with security layers.” said that the Master Plan “is a personnel, the MBTA, and other The tennis court complex as VisitVisit thebeaconhilltimes.com thebeaconhilltimes.com or scan the QRQR CodeCode 10

PAGE 10 THE BEACON HILL TIMES NOVEMBER 7, 2019 Neighborhood Roundup Nichols House Museum for children birth to age 5 with hensive musical training program BSNJ Community first Tuesday of each month from to begin Winter caregivers. Families will be admit- for children in the third through Children’s Chorus 6 to 7:30 p.m. ted on a first come, first-served seventh grades. The Boston Society of The New TCF is a national self-help, Season hours basis the day of the program, but Your child will be participating mutual-assistance organization Beginning Nov. 7, the Nichols Jerusalem (BSNJ) Community other groups can’t be accommo- in a program that promotes: the Children’s Chorus is a comprehen- offering friendship, understanding House Museum, located at 55 Mt. dated. love of music, expressive singing, and hope to bereaved parents and Vernon St., will begin its Winter sive musical training program for Also, the library offers Sherry teamwork-cooperative learning, children in Grades 3 to 7. their families. Call Season hours: open Thursday Eskin’s Toddler Time through building new friendships, self-as- 617-539-6424 or e-mail tcfof- through Saturday with guided Your child will be participating Nov. 6 at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers and sessment and the fun of being in in a program that promotes: the [email protected] for more tours on the hour at 11:00 a.m.; their families join Sherry Eskin an outstanding program. information. noon; and 1, 2 and 3 p.m. love of music, expressive singing, for developmentally appropriate The group meets at 140 teamwork-cooperative learning, Visit www.nicholshousemuse- songs, stories, and lots of move- Bowdoin St. on Saturday morn- West End Food Pantry um.org to learn more. building new friendships, self-as- ment. This program is intend- ings. Tuition is free for any child sessment and the fun of being in a seeking donations Hill House 2020 ed for individual child-caregiver with a Greater Boston-area well organized program. The West End Food Pantry Flag Football League pairs. Come prepared to engage address. All levels of singing ability The rehearsals take place at needs help to continue serving its with your child(ren). are welcome. To register, contact 140 Bowdoin St. on Tuesday after- more than 120 clients per month. registration open Carlton Doctor at 617-523-4575 They welcome donations to Hill House, Inc. located at Concert featuring noons. Tuition is free for any child or visit www.churchonthehillbos- with a Boston address. All levels replenish the supply of food that 127 Mount Vernon St., will open jazz accordionist and ton.org (click on “music.”) they give out to hungry residents registration for its 2020 Boston of singing ability are welcome. To jazz harpist BSNJ/The Church On The Hill sign up, please contact Mr. Doctor in the neighborhood. NFL Flag Football League is now Come to the Church On The sponsors this initiative, but we are The pantry is located in the open. Register until Dec. 30 to at 617-523-4575 or visit www. Hill at 140 Bowdoin St. (across not promoting any religious ideol- churchonthehillboston.org (click West End Branch of the Boston receive the early bird rate of $125/ the street from the State House) ogy. Public Library and is staffed by vol- per person. This league sees over on “music”). for a concert of music by great The Church on the Hill spon- unteers from ABCD’s North End/ 150 children from across the city jazz composers on Sunday, Nov. MGH seeking West End Neighborhood Service participate and is open to chil- sors this initiative but we are not 10, at 3 p.m. volunteers promoting any religious ideology. Center. Non-perishable (canned dren in Grades K-7. All players This concert will feature the tal- The Massachusetts General and boxed) items are being sought, will receive a reversible NFL- ents of Plamen Karadonev (accor- Hospital Volunteer Department is ESL conversation group including rice, pasta, canned tuna, team-branded jersey and an NFL dion and piano) and Charles seeking volunteers to help families resumes meeting at West canned chicken, chili, beans, vege- Flag belt. The season will be nine Overton (harpist) performing connect with loved ones after sur- tables, cereal, soups, cup of noo- weeks long, and teams will have gery. Candidates must have the End Branch Library dles, etc. innovative jazz compositions and The West End Branch of the a chance to practice, as well as Broadway hits. Their repertoire ability to walk extensively, and Donations can be left at the play games at Clemente Field in to push a person in a wheelchair. Boston Public Library, located library, 151 Cambridge St., on includes compositions by Michel at 151 Cambridge St., welcomes Boston. Don’t wait to register to Legrand, Jerry Bergonzi, Plamen Shifts are available weekdays from Monday through Wednesday from receive the discount. Registration 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 2 to 6 p.m. the English as a Second Language 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday from Karadonev, Cole Porter and oth- (ESL) conversation group every will be open for individuals and ers. The concert is open to the Contact Kim Northrup at 617- noon to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 teams. The fall league starts Sept. 724-1826 for more information. Tuesday from noon to 1:30 p.m. a.m. to 5 p.m. public, admission is $9, and there Come and practice your English 8, 2020. will be a reception of savory and ‘Coloring for Adults’ language skills with other new- Volunteers needed for King’s Chapel’s sweet delights immediately fol- comers and a facilitator. lowing the concert. at the West End hot meal program Tuesday Recitals For more information, phone Branch Library The North End/West End King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont West End Playgroup 617-523-4575 or visit http://chur- The West End Branch of the meets Tuesday mornings Neighborhood Service Center St., presents its Tuesday Recitals. chonthehillboston.org. (NE/WE NSC), located at 1 Boston Public Library, located The West End Community Admission is by suggested dona- at 151 Cambridge St., presents Michelangelo St., serves a hot, tion of $5 per person; the dona- Business networking Center, located at 1 Congress St., fresh, home-cooked lunch to “Color Your World: Coloring for welcomes the West End Playgroup tions are given to the perform- on the Hill Adults“ on Fridays from 2 to 4 seniors in the neighborhood ing musicians. Programs begin at on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 Mondays and Fridays, and is look- The Beacon Hill Network p.m. a.m. through the fall and winter. 12:15 p.m. and last approximate- is sponsoring an open business At this time, the library will ing for two volunteers to help with ly 35 minutes; for more informa- This is a free drop-in time to let shopping, food preparation, cook- networking event at Sevens supply coloring pages, colored kids play and adults chat with one tion, call 617-227-2155. Ale House, 77 Charles St. on pencils, markers and crayons, or ing, serving and clean-up. The Programming includes Donald another. Small toy donations are non-profit providing services and Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 6 to bring your own supplies if you welcome. Zook (flute) and Steven Young 8.p.m. The event won’t take place prefer. Feel free to drop in between programs to low-income residents (organ) performing works by in December, but returns to 75 these hours. of the North End, West End and Becker, Cooman, Jensen and Get homework help at Chestnut on Wednesday, Jan. 22, Call 617-523-3957 for more the West End Branch Beacon Hill is looking for vol- more on Nov. 12; Olson/De Cari from 6 to 8 p.m. These events are information. unteers who can assist with the Dou (soprano Gioia De Cari and open to anyone who would like Library whole meal from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. guitarist John Olson) performing to do business networking in our The West End Branch of the on a Monday and/or Friday, but works by Harnick, Jobim, Leisner local community. Spanish/English Boston Public Library, located at can make arrangements to fit your and more on Nov. 19; and Italy’s Language Exchange 151 Cambridge St., offers home- schedule. Giorgio Revelli on the C.B. Fisk Holiday exhibition at The West End Branch of the work help every Thursday from 4 Contact Maria Stella Gulla, organ performing works by Bach, Hidden Art Gallery Boston Public Library, located to 6 p.m. director, at 617-523-8125, ext. Charpentier, Pachelbel and more The Hidden Art Gallery at at 151 Cambridge St., presents Get help from a Boston Public 201, via e-mail at mariastella. on Nov. 26. 25 Myrtle St. presents a Small the Spanish/English Language Schools teacher. No appointment [email protected] for more necessary; simply drop in with Children’s programs Artworks Holiday Exhibition on Exchange/Intercambio de Idiomas information. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and en Inglés y Español on Mondays your homework. at the West End 8, from noon to 5 p.m. from 3 to 5 p.m. Call 617-523-3957 for more Introduction to laptops, Branch Library Visit thehiddenartgallery.com At this time, English speakers information. eReaders and iPads The West End Branch of the for more information. can practice Spanish and Spanish at the West End Boston Public Library, located at Compassionate speakers can practice English in Friends group reaches Branch Library 151 Cambridge St., offers “Music BSNJ Community this fun, informal conversation The West End Branch of with Megan” on Fridays until Children’s Chorus class. out to bereaved the Boston Public Library, 151 Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers The Boston Society of The New Call 617-523-3957 for more parents, families Cambridge St., offers an intro- join Megan to play rhythm instru- Jerusalem (BSNJ) Community information. The Boston Chapter of The duction to laptops, eReaders and ments, sing, and move to all kinds Children’s Chorus is a compre- Compassionate Friends (TCF) of music. This program is ideal meets at Trinity Church on the (Continued on Next Page) 11

NOVEMBER 7, 2019 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 11 CALENDAR THE DEADLINE FOR LISTING EVENTS IS THE TUESDAY BEFORE PUBLICATION. CALL 617-523-9490 OR FAX 617-523-8668 OR EMAIL [email protected] SUNDAY, NOV. 10 TUESDAY, NOV. 12 12:15 p.m., suggested donation: $5, call suggested donation: $5, call 617-227-2155 CONCERT featuring Plamen Karadonev CONCERT, Donald Zook (flute) and 617-227-2155 for more information for more information (accordion and piano) and Charles Steven Young (organ) performing works WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20 SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DEC. 6-7 Overton (harpist) performing composi- by Becker, Cooman, Jensen and more, EVENT, Beacon Hill Network open busi- EXHIBIT, Small Artworks Holiday tions by Michel Legrand, Jerry Bergonzi, King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., 12:15 p.m., ness networking event, Sevens Ale House, Exhibition, Hidden Art Gallery, 25 Myrtle Plamen Karadonev, Cole Porter and oth- suggested donation: $5, call 617-227-2155 77 Charles St., 6-8 p.m. St., noon-5 p.m., visit thehiddenartgallery. ers, Church On The Hill, 140 Bowdoin for more information com for more information St., 3 p.m. admission” $9, phone: 617-523- TUESDAY, NOV. 26 TUESDAY, NOV. 19 4575 or visit HYPERLINK “http://chur- CONCERT, Italy’s Giorgio Revelli on the WEDNESDAY, JAN. 22, 2020 CONCERT, Olson/De Cari Dou per- chonthehillboston.org/” \t “_blank” http:// C.B. Fisk organ performing works by EVENT, Beacon Hill Network open busi- forming works by Harnick, Jobim, Leisner churchonthehillboston.org for more Bach, Charpentier, Pachelbel and more, ness networking event, 75 Chestnut, 6-8 and more, King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., information King’s Chapel, 58 Tremont St., 12:15 p.m., p.m.

Neighborhood Roundup iPads by appointment only. Get Local residents needed to Recovery. Drivers use their own the most out of your eReader or to drive cancer patients vehicle to drive patients to and Laptop. Receive tips and guid- from their treatments. The sched- ance during these one-on-one to and from treatment ule for volunteers is flexible, and sessions. Call Branch Librarian, The American Cancer Society is treatment appointments take place Helen Bender at617-523-3957 or in great need of Road to Recovery weekdays, primarily during busi- e-mail [email protected] to set up volunteers to drive local cancer ness hours. If you or someone you an appointment. patients to and from their che- know is interested in becoming Stick to It! motherapy and/or radiation treat- a volunteer driver for Road to ments. An integral part of treat- Volunteer at Recovery, contact your American ing cancer successfully is making ALL NEW Spaulding Rehab Cancer Society at 800-227-2345 with our sure cancer patients receive their Stay active, meet new peo- or visit www.cancer.org. treatments, but many find making ple and be connected with transportation arrangements is a your community by volunteer- Join the Downtown challenge. The American Cancer ing at Spaulding Rehabilitation Boston Rotary Club Sticky Note Society provided more than Hospital. Staff members will The Downtown Boston Rotary 19,000 rides to cancer patients in match your skills and interests to Club, the first new Rotary Club New England last year, but needs a volunteer opportunity. The hos- in Boston in 100 years, holds new volunteer drivers to keep up pital is currently recruiting vol- meetings at the UMass Club in Keep Your Name in with the demand for transporta- A U G U S T 1 , 2 0 1 9 unteers, ages 18 and up, for two- the Financial District on the first tion. to three-hour-a-week shifts for and third Tuesdays of each month Make a difference in the The a minimum of six to 12 months from 6 to 7:15 p.m. T H E R E A R E N O B T I M E S Leacon I K E T H E S E T I M E S fight against cancer by becom- the eyes of hill commitment. Visit www.spauld- For more information, visit Times ing a volunteer driver for the Monograms and motifs ingnetwork.org for more infor- www.dbrotary.org or call 617- River Street resident launches company American Cancer Society’s Road offering embroidered, personalized goods mation. 535-1950. By Dan Murphy Eve Q. Casey marked both a thousands significant career and personal milestone three weeks ago with the launch of her maiden business, The Bedlam Street Company - a self-described “bespoke embroi- dery company specializing in per- Be a friend to sonalized monograms and motifs” that celebrates the coastal lifestyle. “We’ve gotten off to a startlingly nice start,” said Casey, who serves as “Proprietress” of the fledgling other special event. elderly in need Local artist Silvia Lopez Chavez’s mural, “Patterned Behavior,” on the Charles River Esplanade. business that she operates out of her River Street home alongside The company’s moniker pays SERVICE DIRECTORY her husband John Houser. “Now, homage to the nickname of the Esplanade Association seeking donations for murals we’re just trying to figure out how main street in Eve’s hometown of of loyal Cold Spring Harbor, a hamlet on FriendshipWorks seeks caring keep the momentum going and get

the word out.” the north shore of Long Island, Cyan Cyan By Dan Murphy The Bedlam Street Company N.Y., located about 20 miles Sophy Tuttle, a visual artist born outside of Manhattan. From the The Esplanade Association offers a curated selection of mono- in Colchester, England, current- establishment of the Cold Spring Magenta people to offer help and support is currently seeking $10,000 in to create thoughtful and park-ap- gram-able home goods and appar- ly residing in Medford who has Waling Company circa 1838 until donations to underwrite the cost el, including 33 different mono- outdoor and indoor murals on propriate murals in three different 1860, the town was an epicen- of installing new murals on three spots along the Esplanade,” said gram styles; 69 different motifs; display from Massachusetts to and 33 different “thread” or color ter of the whaling industry, with pump-houses in the park. Michael Nichols, executive direc- Yellow Mexico; and Ann Lewis, a multi- selections. Quick turnaround sailors from around the world to isolated elders in the Boston The artists commissioned tor of the Esplanade Association. descending on its main street and disciplinary activist artist based in to paint the murals are Solei, a times for orders are also ensured

“We’re excited to get them up filling it with a cacophony of dif- Detroit, Mich., who uses painting, Black local artist, muralist and curator to accommodate memorable occa- installation and participatory per- during the peak season in the ferent languages that was often JOHN J. RECCA who serves as creative director at sions, such as the birth of a new formance to explore themes relat- park and think they will enhance described as “bedlam.” Since the Brain Arts Organization, gallery child, an engagement party or any area. Volunteers are needed to ed to American identity, power the experience for visitors to the director at Dorchester Art Project readers! structures, and justice. Esplanade.” and curator at 1369 Coffeehouse; (B “We’re really pleased to have Painting the new murals is the edlAm Pg. 4) selected three great women artists last step in a process that began with WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL provide companionship and assist PAINTING Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner Water lanterns flowed down (murAls into the Charles River last New Trash Collection Services Pg. 4) Saturday evening, July 27, Interior/Exterior during the Water Lantern Meeting all your The City of Boston has hired Festival at the Esplanade. elders with tasks such as reading, Capital Waste Services to per- Here, Angela Lin and Joe form trash pick-ups through- Nash share the inspiration- Commercial/Residential out the city for the next five al message on their lantern years. We invite your feedback before releasing it. See Pages organizing, or going for a walk mechanical needs as to the new hour and as to 6 and 7 for more photos. the level of service by writing to us at [email protected]. We Fully Insured will forward your comments to - lend an hour each week and the City. Joint Committees The Beacon Hill Civic Association participates in gain a friend and a new perspec- Quality Work several joint committees with other neighborhood organiza- 24/7 tions that serve our community Last week, we highlighted two Ali Ringenburg, Slone Merrill tive. Volunteers also needed to Owner,Sticky BHBA board mem- size: 3 in. x3 in. Joshua Leffler, BHCA emergency (BHCA Pg. 4) ber and Co-Chair of the Joint Reasonable Rates Director and Co-Chair of Charles Street Committee. the Joint Charles Street ShownCommittee sized to scale above escort elders to and from medical service Free Estimates appointments. No car is needed M9304 covers approx. 2 columns [email protected] and hours are flexible. For more 617-723-3296 Copy for a Sticky information or to apply online, 781-241-2454 due 2 weeks visit www.fw4elders.org or call CALL YOUR REP 617-482-1510. prior to run date OldOld WindowWindow & Yoga for seniors FOR MORE INFO! DoorRestoration Restoration The Independent at the West End Sach • cord For Advertising Newspaper Group Branch Library copperchainSach • cord • etc (781) 485-0588 is offering STICKIES The West End Branch of copperchainLock repair • etc Rates, Call ext. the Boston Public Library, 151 call Rez at on a First-come 103: Maureen 110: Kathy Cambridge St., presents yoga for 6179473710 781-485-0588 First-served basis. 106: Peter 125: Sioux seniors every Tuesday from 2:45 or email at to 3:30 p.m. Classes are led by [email protected]. Don’t miss out on this Tatiana Nekrasova, a certified Great opportunity!! yoga instructor. 12

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Owl’s Nest (from pg. 1) Nest, which operates in a self-con- which operates in his district, as a our neighborhood establishments. beer and wine gardens out of exis- number of guests who visited the tained area of the park at the way to get the conversation started This bill creates a new process for tence in Massachusetts.” beer garden this year, he expects Storrow Memorial Embankment on how to best regulate beer gar- large-scale developments to ensure “We believe the ability to have the number was nearly twice as Park (Fiedler Field), its proceeds dens. that the new licenses that would Night Shift operate the Owls Nets many. benefit the Esplanade Association “The goal isn’t to put anyone be generated from the proposal on the Esplanade the last two sum- Michael Oxton, a co-found- and the state’s Department of out of business, but to have better are preserved for local businesses. mers has been a total ‘value add’ er of Night Shift Brewing, also Conservation and Recreation and rules in place…and certain rules I look forward to hearing dis- for visitors and in providing cru- couldn’t provide an attendance, help underwrite the cost of park that everyone can abide by,” Sen. cussions about additional liquor cial funds to support the ongoing but said the Owl’s Nest “wel- maintenance. (Through a similar Collins said. license proposals during the City health of the park,” Nichols said. comed thousands of Bostonians partnership with the two groups, In the case of beer gardens on Council and State Legislature pub- “It provides not only a destination into our Owl’s Nest beer gardens Night Shift also runs another beer the Esplanade and the Greenway, garden at Christian A. Herter Park Collins said not only are they very lic process.” in the park for food and beverag- this summer.” in Allston.) popular with patrons and have a Michael Nichols, execu- es, but a place for people to meet “We see and hear the pos- Jennifer Myers, communica- positive impact on the city’s public tive director of the Esplanade and spend time before and after itive impact our beer gardens tions director for the Office of spaces, but also unlike in other Association, said the group “com- other events on the Esplanade.” have on our community,” Oxton State Sen. Ed Kennedy, wrote: parts of the city where competition pletely opposes the [state] legis- During its inaugural 2018 said. “We are committed to find- “The intent of the bill is to curtail between would-be proprietors is lation as written” and testified season, Nichols said the Owl’s ing the best path forward that the use of ‘one-day’ liquor licenses encouraged, these beer gardens during a July 15 Senate hearing Nest attracted 50,000 patrons, ensures beer gardens a future in for sometimes months at a time represent a union between the land that it “would effectively legislate and while he couldn’t provide the [Massachusetts].” and to start the ball rolling on the owner and its preferred vendor. creation of some kind of seasonal A House subcommittee on tem- license that would be more fair. porary liquor licenses held its first The intent of a one-day license was hearing on the matter last month, originally to be used for special at which time Sen. Collins testified events or festivals – not for oper- that seasonal beer gardens would ations that are semi-permanent be best regulated by creating a for several months per year. Right home-rule petition, like the City of now they are operating through Boston has done, or by giving the loopholes in the system, receiv- authority to local municipalities. ing multiple one-day licenses by The City Council is currently putting them under the names of considering a home-rule petition different individuals.” filed by Mayor Martin J. Walsh Myers added that the bill isn’t that would then makes its way to intended to target nonprofits that the state legislature, seeking 184 might otherwise not be able to nontransferable liquor licenses for afford a year-round liquor license, distribution to new neighborhood however. restaurants by the city, not the “If the bill moves forward state. those concerns would have to be “I am committed to ensuring addressed and the language of the that liquor licenses in Boston are Susan Driscoll photo bill amended to come up with a used as an economic development Guests enjoying the Owl’s Nest beer garden on the Charles River Esplanade. solution that makes sense for all tool to uplift our neighborhoods entities involved,” Myers wrote. and support our restaurants,” Sen. Collins said he agreed to Mayor Walsh wrote. “My admin- co-sponsor the bill after a constit- istration is working to secure uent expressed concerns about the passage of legislation that will Cisco beer garden in the Seaport, increase the number of licenses for

Dan Murphy photo Commonwealth Avenue resident Annie Antos and her German shep- herd-boxer mix Heidi at the Owl’s Nest on the Charles River Esplanade.