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  • Tuesday, June 21, 5:30 pm – Summer Solstice Stroll

    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.

  • Sunday, January 23, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – NABB Member Reception

    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.

  • Fall Foliage Tours from Boston Now Through October 25

    For those of you without a car, or who hate to drive but love autumn scenery, there is a daily option (through October 25).

    Enjoy the spectacular New England countryside as the leaves turn a multitude of colors during the fall season. A pleasant afternoon tour of foliage display is capped by a stop at a native orchard for apples and cider.

    Experience the gently rolling New England countryside, awash with the colors of Indian Summer. Travel past quiet ponds and ancient farms, weathered roadside taverns and sturdy colonial churches. Enjoy a hot Yankee style lunch at a quaint New England tavern nestled in the heart of the mountains (cost is additional).

    Finish your afternoon with a visit to a native orchard where apples are grown and local (non-alcoholic) cider is made. Pickup and drop off at 16 South Charles Street and, upon advance arrangement, from selected Boston and Cambridge hotels (such as the Back Bay Hilton, the Boston Park Plaza, the Colonnade, the Copley Square Hotel, the Fairmont Copley Plaza, the Lenox, the Marriott Copley Place, etc.).  Designed for the tourist, but accessible to the resident, the cost for this ten hour bus trip is $58, plus gratuities.  Customer reviews are excellent.  For more information, log on to www.viator.com/tours/Boston/Fall-Foliage-Spectacular-Tour-from-Boston/d678-3978TOUR11?SSAID=333659&aid=463296857.

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