The Esplanade Association Council presents The Ugly Sweater Party on Thursday, January 31, from 7 – 10 at The Foundation Room at the House of Blues Boston, 15 Lansdowne Street in Boston.  The $25 ticket purchase includes event admission, appetizers, a drink ticket, and more.  Call 617-227-0365, ext. 103, to reserve, or visit www.esplanadeassociation.org.  Hats are optional.