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FEBRUARY 6, 2020 BOOK YOUR POST IT Call Your Advertising Rep TTHEHE BBEEACONACON HHILLILL TTIMESIMES (781)485-0588 THERE ARE NO TIMES LIKE THESE TIMES Dressing up the Ducks Intended photo book would look at iconic Public Garden sculpture in costume By Dan Murphy Garden’s lagoon, and depicts Mrs. Mallard, who stands the tallest Mrs. Mallard and her kin at 38 inches, leading her flock of always dress their best for a mem- eight ducklings - Jack, Kack, Lack, orable occasion, whether it’s a Mack, Nack, Ouack, Pack and festive holiday or another cham- Quack – through the park. pionship celebration for a home- While Schön isn’t sure when town team, and an intended photo the tradition of decorating the book would look back at the Ducks began, she said it original- Ducks donning some of their most ly occurred only to mark major memorable costumes in the Public holidays. “Then it wasn’t just for Garden over the years. major holidays, and soon enough, “Every time the Ducks get it was for any reason people could dressed up, people send me an think of to dress them up,” she email or a photo,” said Nancy said. Schön, the West Newton sculptor The Ducks began paying trib- who created the iconic “Make ute to Boston pro-sports in 2004 Way for Ducklings” statue. “I when they donned Red Sox uni- On Feb. 4, Scampo presented a $3,000 check to Merwin Memorial Free Clinic for Animals. Scampo has can’t image the amount of time forms for the team’s World Series donated a portion of their December dessert sales to this wonderful clinic. Pictured are (left to right) Lisa Roy and effort people take making appearance, and they have subse- Administrator, Carah McLaughlin Director of events, Jay Baker General Manager, Simon Restrepo Executive these outfits. “ quently gone on to show their sup- Chef, Betsy Gates Merwin Memorial Dog Clinic Treasurer, Lydia Shire Chef co-owner of Scampo Restaurant, The bronze sculpture occupies port for other hometown heroes, Jane McLaughlin Clinic Volunteer. 35 feet of cobblestone along the including most recently, wear- Public Garden, and was installed ing Bruins gear when that team Scampo donates Dec. dessert proceeds to on Oct. 4, 1987. It pays tribute to reached the Stanley Cup Finals last Robert McCloskey’s 1941 classic year. Merwin Memorial Free Clinic for Animals children’s book “Make Way For In 2016, a special exhibit at Ducklings,” which tells the story the Museum of Fine Arts cele- Scampo in Beacon Hill donated Owners Betsy Gates and Lisa Roy Shire’s reputation for defying of a pair of mallards who decide brated the 75th anniversary of a portion of the proceeds from for the check presentation. tradition translates into Italian- to raise their family in the Public December desserts sales to the For more information on the inspired cuisine unrestrained by (DUCKS Pg. 7) Merwin Memorial Free Clinic for Merwin Memorial Free Clinic for borders, drawing on flavors from Animals today. The Italian restau- animals, please log onto: https:// the Mediterranean and Middle rant, located inside the Liberty merwinclinic.org/ East. Designed in collaboration Hotel, raised $3,000 to go towards Located in Beacon Hill is with renowned designers Rafael this wonderful organization. Scampo, the stunning first floor Alvarez and Brannen Brock, Scampo Chef/Owner Lydia restaurant in Boston’s Liberty Scampo is a reflection of Chef Shire and GM Jay Baker and Hotel, a culinary destination cre- Shire: bold, red and full of energy. the Scampo team were joined by ated by legendary chef Lydia Shire Merwin Memorial Free Clinic and The Lyons Group. In Scampo, (SCAMPO Pg. 2) Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner Collapsible Bin Pilot Program when they put out their trash (the more about this program and The Collapsible Bin Pilot bins are for trash only, not recy- know how your street can partic- Program is still on. The BHCA cling). The hope is that there will ipate, please call the BHCA office Streets & Sidewalks Committee is be less trash strewn on the side- at 617-227-1922 or write us at working with the City to improve walks and therefore less rodent [email protected]. Your involve- the quality of life on Beacon Hill. activity. It is best if you can put ment will help! Over 20 bins have been deliv- your trash out in the early morn- Join us! ered to neighbors on Hancock, ing before 6 am properly bagged, If you haven’t yet become a Pinckney, and Grove Streets for but the bins should discourage rat member of the BHCA, we invite Photo by Ben Vainer this trial. Residents can put their activity at all times. West Newtown artist Nancy Schön is seen with her “Make Way for trash in these collapsible bins If you would like to find out (BHCA, Pg. 2) Ducklings” sculpture in the Public Garden, showing support for the Red Sox during the 2014 World Series. 2 PAGE 2 THE BEACON HILL TIMES FEBRUARY 6, 2020 Charles Street Meeting House SCAMPO (from pg. 1) The contemporary space fea- to-drink varietals from mostly completes six new office suites tures shiny copper lamps, a glow- small Italian and American pro- ing orange bar and stools over- ducers. A secluded 60-seat out- The Charles Street Meeting interior to create shops on the vaulted ceilings and large original looking a mozzarella bar, setting door patio is open during warm House has announced the comple- ground floor (now including Tatte windows with views of Beacon the stage for house-made breads weather months, while a 50-seat tion of six new luxury office suites Bakery and Café with its open- Hill, Mount Vernon Street and the baked in a tandoori oven, pastas private dining room features an located in the historic church on air patio), office spaces on floors Charles River. The building offers that surpass red sauce norms and exciting view of the open kitchen. the corner of Mount Vernon and two through four, and his own a staffed central reception area entrées that turn simple ingre- Scampo is open for lunch, dinner Charles streets. 4,000 square-foot residence at the suitable for welcoming visitors dients into extraordinary experi- and weekend brunch. Log onto The building owners recently southwest corner of the building, and accepting packages as well as ences. An approachable wine list www.scampoboston.com. converted the space, previously extending on eight levels from the complements the food with ready- owned by architect John Sharratt, basement to the top of the clock several shared conference rooms. from residential to office use. The tower. The Meeting House is well Meeting House began its exis- “The building received archi- known for its role in African BHCA (from pg. 1) tence in 1807 as a Baptist church, tectural awards for adaptive reuse American history. Throughout the built on the shoreline of the old at the time it was converted in first half of the 19th century, it you to join. Your input in quality Shawmut Peninsula before the fill- 1979, and is considered to be a was a center of abolitionist activi- of life issues on the Hill is import- ing of Back Bay. It was designed very successful model for historic ty, hosting such powerful speakers ant to us, and we rely on you by influential architect Asher preservation, generating income as Fredrick Douglass, Sojourner our neighbors to bring your com- Benjamin (1773–1845). Many to support maintenance in perpe- Truth, Harriet Tubman, and ments and concerns to our atten- tion. By joining our membership, other congregations occupied the tuity,” said Paul Elias, a trustee for William Lloyd Garrison. In 1876, building over the course of its long the owners. you strengthen our numbers and the structure became home to history—from Albanian Orthodox The just-completed conversion add credibility to our purpose as to Unitarian Universalist. of the residence (Architect: Mills First African Methodist Episcopal advocates for Beacon Hill. Please In 1979, Sharratt purchased Whittaker, GC: Berkeley Building Church, the pioneering indepen- call our office at 617-227-1922 the building from SPNEA (now Company) offers six new office dent African American denomina- or email the BHCA Executive Historic New England) and, while suites, each with distinct and tion. The Meeting House is a stop Director at patricia.tully@bhcivic. preserving the exterior intact, original details including revealed on historic trolley tours of Boston org with any questions, comments received approvals to renovate the building trusses, open beams, and Boston’s Black Heritage Trail. or concerns, or to become a mem- ber. Upcoming BHCA Meetings Board of Directors – Monday, February 10th, 7:00pm, 74 Joy Street Upcoming BHCA Events There will be no Coffee Hour this week! Stick to It! First Friday Coffee Hour – The BHCA is working with the Friday, March 6th, 8-9am, BHCA, City to come up with a solution to ALL NEW 74 Joy Street increased rodent activity. with our Visit the Beacon Hill Civic Association website www.bhcivic. 1922) for more information on org or call the office (617-227- any of these events. Sticky Note Keep Your Name in BEACON HILL BEAT A U G U S T 1 , 2 0 1 9 THE From Boston Police Area A-1 T H E R E A R E N OB T I M EEACON S L I K E T H E S E T I M E S the eyes of HILL TIMES COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICE: 617-343-4627 Monograms and motifs River Street resident launches company DRUG UNIT: 617-343-4879 • EMERGENCIES: 911 offering embroidered, personalized goods By Dan Murphy Eve Q.