Wreaths with red bows decorate Copley Square, and the Old South Church bell tolls when the lights go on Monday, November 28 at 5 pm – look for appearances by Santa, Rudolph, and Frosty, plus music by local groups including the Boston Children’s Chorus and the Boston Pops Esplanade Brass Ensemble. For complete details visit www.friendsofcopleysquare.org
The Friends of Copley Square invite you to the second annual Summer Solstice Stroll, a walking tour and celebration of Copley Square’s landmarks, on Tuesday, June 21, beginning at 5:30 pm. A reception at The Courtyard Restaurant at the Boston Public Library is hosted by The Catered Affair. This is an exclusive opportunity to hear an illustrated talk by Henry N. Cobb, FAIA, architect of the John Hancock Tower an founding partner of Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, on the design of the Tower with reference to the presence of Trinity Church and the evolution of Copley Square. You will experience an insider’s view of the stained glass and enjoy an organ demonstration at Trinity Church. You will visit the Civil War Exhibitions at the Boston Public Library, and hear a musical performance at Old South Church inspired by the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Following this array of events, you will be treated to a delicious light buffet supper hosted by The Fairmont Copley Plaza.
The Summer Solstice Stroll benefits The Friends of Copley Square, which provides funding to assist the City of Boston with the preservation, maintenance, and beautification of Copley Square. The Friends is a registered 501(c)3 organization. Patriotic attire is encouraged. $125 per person, or, at the sponsorship level, $175 per person (sponsorship will include a one year membership in The Friends of Copley Square.) RSVP by June 17 at www.friendsofcopleysquare.org, or by mail to Friends of Copley Square, Post Office Box 170124, Boston, MA 02117-0084. You may also telephone 617-536-2101, or email SolsticeStroll@gmail.com.
Join The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay for its annual tradition of welcoming new members to NABB. The 2011 Member Reception will be held at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel on Sunday, January 23, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. This is the perfect opportunity to share experiences as well as learn information about the many activities, both civic and leisure, NABB members enjoy throughout the year. Complimentary hors d’oeuvre will be served, and there will be a cash bar. RSVP by January 17 to 617-247-3961. NABB gratefully acknowledges the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel for its generous support.
Mayor Thomas M. Menino, The Boston Parks & Recreation Department, and The Friends of Copley Square will host the annual Copley Square Holiday Tree Lighting on Tuesday, November 30, from 5 – 6 pm. The festive event will feature live entertainment, including The United States Air Force Brass Band Quintet, Trinity Church Choristers and Schola, Brian Jones and the Copley Singers, and holiday caroling. The Old South Church bells will toll when the lights are turned on. Santa will pay a special visit, and immediately following the tree lighting, The Copley Plaza will host a family reception for all in attendance. The Garden Club of the Back Bay is pleased to announce its contribution of handmade bows to decorate the ArtsBoston kiosk. Our volunteers will be in the Square decking the halls November 26, if you’d like to stop by and say hello. Visit www.friendsofcopleysquare.org to learn more about Copley Square.
On Monday, June 21, beginning at 6 pm, join The Friends of Copley Square for the Summer Solstice Stroll in Copley Square, a guided tour of the landmarks of Copley Square. Begin at Normandy Real Estate Partners’ Hancock Tower, then on to Trinity Church, the Boston Public Library, and Old South Church, concluding at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel. Learn the history of the Square, listen to music, taste refreshments along the way, enjoy the splendid landmark buildings and institutions, then complete the evening with a light supper. The Summer Solstice Stroll benefits The Friends of Copley Square, Inc., a not for profit friends group which provides funding to assist the City with the maintenance and beautification of the Square. Festive business attire. $100 per person. You may purchase tickets online at http://friendsofcopleysquare.org prior to the June 17 deadline, or send a check made out to The Friends of Copley Square to 234 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116. You may contact the Stroll Committee by email at SolsticeStroll@gmail.com.
