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4 PANORAMA

CONTENTSdepartments

14calendar

15currently in boston• Cavalia / page 15

• Boston Ahts Festival / page 18

• Deutsche Bank Golf

Championship / page 22

• Celebrating ’70s films / page 24

• Abyssinia / page 26

28shopping• G-Star Raw Denim / page 28

36maps of cambridge,boston & the region

44museums• Sibley’s Birds at the

Concord Museum / page 44

48sightseeing• Harbor Islands Kite

Festival / page 48

• Day Trip: Brimfield / page 50

58freedom trailFollow the red-brick path

through 16 historic sights

60restaurant guide• Stella / page 60

• High 5s: Tomatoes / page 61

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ON THE COVER:Cafés and restaurants along Newbury

Street, like L’Aroma where model

Devon is enjoying a cappuccino,

are among some of the best spots in

Boston for outdoor dining.

Location: L’Aroma at 85 Newbury Street

Photo: John Savone

Model: Devon of Maggie, Inc.

Art direction: Heather Burke

Clothes: MaxMara

FEATURES

7 CLAM DIGGIN’

Chef Jasper White shares pearls of wisdom on Boston’slove affair with oysters and explains why the popularbivalve really is the perfect food

10 DININGAL FRESCO

Going out to eat in Boston? Then go out to eat andenjoy some of Boston’s best and most unique patio dining experiences

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PANORAMA, Volume 55, Number 8

ClamDiggin’ClamDiggin’

Chef Jasper White shares pearls of wisdomon Boston’s love affair with oysters andexplains why the popular bivalve really is the perfect food by Christine Celli photography by Derek Kouyoumjian

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When it comes to oysters, no one

appreciates their every nuance more

so than Chef Jasper White. So revered

is his seafood judgement, even legendary chef

Julia Child picked his brain for recipes. White’s

latest Summer Shack restaurant includes a

popular raw bar and what he calls his “ode to

oysters,” a $45,000 oyster chest designed to per-

fectly preserve the precious bivalves. And just

in time for what many consider the official

start of oyster season, White shares with

Panorama why he thinks New England’s oys-

ters are the best and why—even for novices—

the only way to eat them is raw.

PANORAMA: Is it true that the best time foroysters is during the R months?JASPER WHITE: In the summer when the

waters are hottest, that’s the spawning time

for oysters and they become kind of flaccid and

milky and lose their flavor and texture. But our

[New England] waters are much colder so [our]

oysters are good all year round.That said, I

think the season does start in September when

pretty much the whole east coast is in big

production.

P: So you get the best variety. JW: Right. And also, all the summer boating is

gone so the waters tend to clean up and the oys-

ters have been feeding all summer so they’re

nice and plump.This is the wonderful time.

P: Do you have a favorite oyster?JW: Definitely my favorites come from New

England. I’m very fond of the Pemaquids from

Maine and I love the Wellfleet and the Cotuit

oysters from Cape Cod. What I’ve learned is

that people tend to like the oysters where

they’re from.You get used to that flavor. I think,

if you’re used to swimming on the beaches in

Rhode Island, you end up drinking some of that

water.That’s the same thing the oysters drink

and that’s where their flavor comes from.

P: How many varieties do you serve?JW: Somewhere between 10–12 a day. It dwin-

dles at certain times of the year, like the begin-

ning of summer.And this year we had to contend

with the red tide.That put a hurting to our sup-

ply because all our Cape Cod [oysters] were gone.

P: Did this summer’s red tide bloomscare many people off of shellfish? JW: It was a big story, but to be honest,

we’ve had red tides every year for the

last two million years. It was just a long

time since we’ve had one that wide-

spread. Usually they’ll cover a 15–20-

mile area, and that’s including five

miles on each side for safety.This year

was just a big, big bloom. I was really

nervous when it was happening that it

would turn people off from oysters, but

I don’t see that as the case.We are still

in the beginning of an oyster craze and

we’ve had them before, by the way.

P: Oyster crazes? JW:Yeah. Back in the 1700s, you wouldn’t have a

serious dinner without starting with oysters any-

where in Boston.There were over 30 oyster bars

downtown and it was a much smaller city then.

And most people consumed around 20–30 oysters

at a time.The Wellfleets were so popular then

they were actually depleted by 1812 and had to

be reseeded with Chesapeake stock after that.

P: What do you think is the big appeal?JW: It’s the most pure appetizer there is. So

many appetizers are pretty hearty. But an oyster

doesn’t fill you up at all and gives you some

good proteins and omega 3s and lots of good

stuff. It just totally stimulates the appetite and

the senses so that you’re ready to really enjoy

the meal. It is one of the perfect foods. It truly is.

P: And the best way to eat an oyster is raw? JW: When you eat it raw, you get the full experi-

ence but any good oyster will make a good oys-

ter stew. It just seems to me, when you’re

spending that much money you might as well

go for the full shebang. And they’re also more

healthful when they’re raw.

P: What’s your opinion of cocktail sauce? JW:The only thing that bothers me is when I see

somebody stick a fork in the oyster, pick it up and

dip it in cocktail sauce.That is not how you eat

oysters. Eat them like wine. Smell that beautiful

ocean smell, drink a little of the brine, drop the

oyster into your mouth, chew it a little and you

get a whole different array of flavors. My favorite

is when someone says ‘I just had my first oyster

and I loved it.’ It’s like, what took you so long?

As Boston’s love of oysters continues to grow,so does its list of raw bars. To find the best ofthe bunch, no need to cast a wide net—beginyour digging at one of these spots.• Jasper’s Summer Shack, four locations

including 50 Dalton St., 617-867-9955. Foodmay be love, as Jasper White’s restaurantsproclaim, but take a gander at his pricey oysterchest and you’ll know where his passion lies.

• Union Oyster House, 41 Union St., 617-227-2750. When it comes to oysters, the UnionOyster House (pictured above), established in1826, is not just a national historic landmark, it’sthe pearl of a city filled with shrines to seafood.

• B&G Oysters, LTD., 550 Tremont St., 617-423-0550. Barbara Lynch of No. 9 Park fameopened this swank little eatery in the hippestof neighborhoods, the South End. To no one’ssurprise, it’s been a smashing success.

• East Coast Grill and Raw Bar, 1271Cambridge St., Cambridge, 617-491-6568.Owner Chris Schlesinger may have built hisreputation by way of the barbeque, but theraw bar at his Inman Square restaurant morethan holds its own.

• Blackfin Chop House & Raw Bar, 116Huntington Ave., 617-247-2400. Those with ahankering for surf and turf will savor this stand-out eatery run by chef Tony Ambrose.

• Neptune Oyster, 63 Salem St., 617-742-3474.You may have to wait to snag a stool in this tinynew spot in the North End. But its old school-meets-cool atmosphere lends a festive flair to itsmenu, which includes 12 varieties of oysters.

RAW APPEAL

THE WORLD IS HIS OYSTER—Jasper White shucks oysters by the dozen, at his Summer Shack in the Back Bay, with his homemade specialized oyster chest behind him.

about passersby while you clean your

plate, you can’t go wrong at

Stephanie’s On Newbury (190

Newbury St., 617-236-0990), where

comfort foods such as burgers, meat-

loaf, salads and other favorites are ele-

vated to a high level of sophistication;

Ciao Bella (240A Newbury St., 617-

536-2626), a place to see and be seen

that features classic Italian cuisine

and seafood; or 29 Newbury (29

Newbury St., 617-536-0290) which

serves brunch, lunch and dinner in

addition to being a cool hangout for

the wine and cocktail crowd.

ON THE WATERFRONTFew outdoor dining venues offer such lovely

scenery as the ones that overlook Boston

Harbor itself. There’s just something about the

lightly rolling water and the cool breezes that

accompany it that makes patio dining an

extra-special treat, whether you’re looking for

casual dining or something a bit more upscale.

For 11 years, patrons of The Barking Crab(88 Sleeper St., 617-426-CRAB) have flocked to

Boston’s historic Fort Point Channel to eat

mussels and steamers from plastic buckets and

munch on fried seafood and crack open crab

and lobster. Meanwhile, a touch of elegance

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As the calendar turns from August toSeptember and summer starts to wane,before long we’ll be thinking about leaf-peeping trips and Halloween costumes for

the kids. But, as one wise old ballplayer (even if hewas a New York Yankee) eloquently stated, “It ain’tover ’til it’s over.” In that spirit, Panorama encouragesdiners in Boston restaurants to take advantage of theremaining days of summer to enjoy the city’s blos-soming patio dining scene. Since every restaurantwith a spare patch of ground is setting up tables outdoors and calling it a patio, here’s a glance at whatwe consider Boston’s elite options for dining “out.”

Going out to eat in Boston? Then go out to eat—and enjoy some of Boston’s best and most unique patio dining experiences by Josh B. Wardrop

PEOPLE WATCHINGLet’s face it—as delicious as a restaurant’s

food may be, a truly great dining experience

generally has to incorporate a bit of visual

stimulation as well. For some, that stimula-

tion comes from a swanky décor or vibrant

colors on the walls. But outdoor dining gives

patrons the ultimate distraction to make a

meal memorable—the opportunity to engage

in people watching.

There’s no better spot for scoping out

locals and tourists in Boston than ritzy, glitzy

Newbury Street, so it can’t be a coincidence

that a high concentration of the city’s best

patios can be found there. If you like to dish

GOOD MORNINGS—The outdoor patio of Hungry i on Charles Street in Beacon Hill offers the perfect surroundings for Sunday brunch. Photo: Andrea Fischman;models: Devon (right) Maggie, Inc.; Brittany of Model Works;clothing: MaxMara, 69 Newbury St., 617 267-9775.

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greets visitors to the waterfront terrace at the

Intrigue Café (Boston Harbor Hotel, Rowes

Wharf, 617-856-7744), which features menu

items by BHH chef Daniel Bruce and live blues,

jazz and soul weekly through early September.

ON THE WATERYou can’t find a more authentic seaside dining

spot than actually on the sea itself. Land-

lubbers need not apply, but if you’ve got sea

legs and a strong stomach, Liberty Fleet ofTall Ships (Long Wharf, 617-742-0333) offers

special brunch and dinner cruises. Throughout

the summer, Liberty Fleet hosts Friday night

and weekend steak and lobster sails at 6 p.m.,

and Sunday brunches catered by The Silent

Chef of Scituate aboard the schooner Liberty

Clipper. As the Liberty Clipper sails around

Boston Harbor, diners are sure to get a view

they can’t get anywhere else.

FRESH AIR, FRESH INGREDIENTSHenrietta’s Table (One Bennett St.,

Cambridge, 617-661-5005) is frequently lauded

for its lovely outdoor patio, nestled within a

sort of quad in the middle of The Charles

Hotel. But what really makes the spot popular

is that its food is as fresh and natural as its

surroundings. Henrietta’s specializes in using

local fruits, vegetables and meat from nearby

farms and markets, and, in fact, the Harvard

Square Farmers Market can be found just

down the steps from Henrietta’s, giving you

the option of taking home some of the

freshness for yourself.

COFFEE BREAKFor too many of us, a cup of coffee is a

necessary part of the daily routine,

grabbed and consumed on the go as part

of our fast-paced lives. The Europeans

have the right idea, though, with outdoor

cafes still dotting the Old World land-

scape, inviting coffee drinkers to sit a

spell, breathe in the energy of the city

and enjoy their drink. The concept lives

on in Boston at Torrefazione Italia (85

Newbury St., 617-424-0951), where

patrons can enjoy Italian coffees, pas-

tries, gelato, paninis and more while tak-

ing a break from their busy day.

BEFORE THE FIRST PITCHSad though it may be, man cannot live on

peanuts and Cracker Jack alone. However,

if you’re able to resist the urge for a

delectable Fenway Frank inside the ball-

park, or the sizzling, smoky appeal of

sausage and peppers from the vendors

outside, there are actually several fine

SEE AND BE SEEN—Delicious enough to slurp upwith a straw—the drink, that is. Bartender Torb, amodel from Maggie, Inc., serves up cool cocktailsat 29 Newbury.

options for outdoor dining around that venera-

ble Boston landmark, Fenway Park.

For tasty barbecue, try The Linwood Grilland Barbecue (69 Kilmarnock St., 617-247-

8099), while fans of more upscale cuisine can

check out nearby Kenmore Square’s latest sen-

sation, Eastern Standard (528 Commonwealth

Ave., Hotel Commonwealth, 617-532-9100). The

Standard, one of the recent additions to the

now-burgeoning and renovated Kenmore

Square, specializes in French country-style

dishes and seafood, such as oysters and clams

and items like the exotic “Good Plate of Offal,”

which tempts adventurous diners with small

squares of delicacies such as rabbit sausage

and head cheese.

IT’S NOT BREAKFAST, IT’S NOT LUNCH……It’s brunch, and of all the meals, brunch best

lends itself to being eaten in a light and airy

atmosphere. Ideally, brunch is consumed lan-

guidly because you have no pressing appoint-

ments. That said, why not choose a gorgeous

spot like The Hungry i (711/2 Charles St., 617-

227-3524) for such a meal? The cozy outdoor

rear patio, replete with greenery and statues,

offers an oasis from the demands of the real

world. And isn’t that what brunch should be?

HOLD THE CURTAINEvery theater fan knows that the show must

go on, but those who stop into Hamersley’sBistro (533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700) on the

way to the theater for a pre-show nosh can be

forgiven for hoping that the leading man

breaks a leg and the understudy’s nowhere to

be found. Long lauded as one of Boston’s finest

restaurants, Hamersley’s boasts a garden patio

where guests can look out at the trendy and

artsy neighborhood of the South End while

enjoying French-American cuisine and season-

al desserts such as blueberry-lime trifle with

coconut tuile and lemon-thyme strawberry

shortcake, all right next door to the city’s

newest theater venue, the Boston Center for

the Arts’ Calderwood Pavilion.

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PATIO PARTIES—Diners enjoy a meal at Stephanie’s on Newbury, one of Boston’s tastiest spots for people-watching.


Showcase hosted by Kevin Knox; Aug 30 at 8 p.m.—Paul Nardizzi& Robbie Printz; Aug 31 at 8 p.m. and Sep 4 at 7 p.m —PattyRoss; Sep 2 & 3 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Tammy Pescatelli; Sep 6 at 8 p.m.—Paul Nardizzi; Sep 7 at 8 p.m.—Tony V.; Sep 8 at 8:30 p.m.—Frank Santos “The R-Rated Hypnotist”; Sep 9 & 10 at 8 and 10:15 p.m.—Lisa Lampanelli.

The Comedy Studio at the Hong Kong, 1236 Mass. Ave.,Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-661-6507. Doors open at 7:30p.m.; nightly shows begin at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule.Cover: $3–7. A place where fresh talent is discovered and headlin-ers experiment. Aug 30 & Sep 6—Magic Lounge; Aug 31—Lainey Fischera, Patrice Vinci, Bob Hagearty and others; Sep 1 & 8—Dan Sally Show with guest comedians; Sep 2 & 3—ShaneMauss, Steve Calechman, Tom E. Morello and others; Sep 4—ErinJudge Presents: Mike Oster, Kris Norton, Andres Henry and others;Sep 7—Matt Demko, Ira Proctor and guests; Sep 9—Sue Burton,The Walsh Brothers and others; Sep 10—Peter Dutton, Ken Reid,Rebecca Anderson and guests.

Dick Doherty’s Comedy Vault, Remington’s Restaurant, 124Boylston St., 617-482-0110. Call for reservations and completeschedule. Showtimes: Thu–Sat at 9 p.m.; open mic Sun at 9 p.m.Cover: $10–15. Located in an actual bank vault downstairs inRemington’s Eating and Drinking Exchange, this club features toparea comics.

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HORSING Aroundby Micheline Frias

What do cowboys and acrobats have in com-mon? Generally not much, but now they’re

sharing starring roles in Cavalia: A MagicalEncounter Between Horse and Man, the newshow by the co-founders of Quebec’s famed Cirquedu Soleil. After more than a year on the west coast,Cavalia gallops into Boston from September 7–18at Suffolk Downs. Given Cirque’s reputation forspectacular reality-defying feats, Cavalia promisesto evoke gasps and provide thrills as it celebratesthe strong physical and emotional ties between ani-mal and human. The production showcases mind-boggling tricks featuring horses, artists, riders, acro-bats, aerialists and dancers all set to a backdrop ofmusical performances and a 200 ft. screen withever-changing images projected upon it. The showalso features famous European ‘horse whisperer’Frederic Pignon and his wife, world-class riderMagali Delgado, whose ability to communicatewith these powerful animals has garnered theminternational acclaim. With such delights abound-ing, Cavalia is sure to make audiences cheer untilthey’re (ahem) hoarse. Refer to listings, page 23.

CLASSICAL

DCR Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade. Free and open to thepublic. General admission; outdoor seating. Aug 31 at 7 p.m.—Classical concert featuring the Hillyer Festival Orchestra, presentedby WCRB-FM.

COMEDY

Boston International Film and Comedy Festival, Variouslocations, 800-233-3123. Sep 9–17. Some of the top comediansfrom the Boston area and beyond will gather in the Hub at TheComedy Connection, Dick Doherty’s Comedy Vault,ImprovAsylum, Nick’s Comedy Stop and other venues for a weekof workshops, stand-up performances, theme shows and head-to-head competition as part of Boston’s annual comedy show-case. Sep 9 & 10 at 8:30 p.m. at Emerson Majestic Theatre—Lewis Black, tickets: $35. Visit www.bostoncomedyfestival.com fora complete schedule of events.

The Comedy Connection, Quincy Market, Faneuil HallMarketplace, 617-248-9700. Cover and times may vary. Call forfull schedule. Named “The Best Comedy Club in the Country” (USAToday ), this venue has featured national and local stand-up actssuch as Wendy Liebman, Chris Rock, Rosie O’Donnell and DaveChappelle. Tickets: $12–40. Aug 29 & Sep 5 at 8 p.m.—Amateur

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FERRICK WHEELS Singer-songwriter Melissa Ferrick plays two shows at Club Passim page 20

I LOVE SHREW Catch Kiss Me Kate at theBoston Harbor Hotel’sMovies by Moonlight page 16

BEAT THE BIRDSThe Red Sox take onthe Baltimore Oriolesat Fenway Park page 24

SMOOTH SONGS Cape Verdean vocalist Lura performs at Berklee Performance Center page 20

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ARE YOU READY FOR SOMEFOOTBALL? The Patriots host the OaklandRaiders in the 2005 season openerpage 24

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LOUIS, LOUIS Catch a double feature of the filmsof director Louis Malle at theHarvard Film Archive page 16

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DANCING DAYSThe Folk Dancing at the Fountainseries in Copley Square ends the season with a live performance by the Cambridge Folk Orchestrapage 16

READ ALL ABOUT ITThe Boston Center for the Arts presents the journalistic drama The Story page 26

Berenberg Gallery, 4 Clarendon St., 617-536-0800. Tue–Sat 10a.m.–6 p.m. The Berenberg Gallery brings to Boston the dynamiccreations of contemporary folk and self-taught artists.

Boston Sculptors Gallery, 486 Harrison Ave., 617-482-7781.Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. A sculptors’ cooperative that has servedas an alternative venue for innovative solo sculpture exhibitionssince 1992. Special exhibit: beginning Aug 31—Michelle Lougeand Kitty Wales.

Bromfield Art Gallery, 27 Thayer St., 617-451-3605. Wed–Satnoon–5 p.m. Boston’s oldest artist-run gallery features shows bymembers of the cooperative, while exhibitions by visiting artists areselected by current members. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 7—Members Show.

CAC Gallery, Cambridge City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway, 617-349-4380. Mon, Wed, Thu 8:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Tue 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri8:30 a.m.–noon. Gallery sponsored by the Cambridge Arts Councilto expose the commmunity-at-large to talented area artists. Specialexhibit: through Sep 9—Open, an exhibition by Paul Ramirez Jones.

Childs Gallery, 169 Newbury St., 617-266-1108. Tue–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Mon & Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The longest-running of thecommercial Newbury Street galleries, Childs has one of the largestinventories of oil paintings, drawings, watercolors, prints and sculpture in the United States. Special exhibits: through Sep 3—A Century of Still Life; Henry Pitz Goes to the Circus; LetterioCalapai, Woodblocks Old and New.

Mugar Omni Theater, Museum of Science, 617-723-2500 or617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets:$7.50; seniors $5.50; children (3–11) $6.50. Discounted admissionfor showtimes after 6 p.m. This IMAX theater presents larger-than-life images on a five-story high, domed screen. Now showing: TheSummer of Adventure film series, featuring the large-format filmsEverest, Shackleton’s Antarctic Adventure, Coral Reef Adventure,Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West and Mystery of the Nile.

Simons IMAX Theater, New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 866-815-4629. Sun–Wed 9:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Thu–Sat: 10 a.m.–9:30p.m. Call for showtimes and complete schedule.Tickets: $8.95; seniors& children (3–11) $6.95. This recent addition to the New EnglandAquarium is the first large-format theater in Boston to have 3D viewingcapability. Now showing: Wild Safari; Sharks 3D; Aliens of the Deep.

GALLERIES

Arden Gallery, 129 Newbury St., 617-247-0610. Mon–Sat 11a.m.–5:30 p.m. Arden Gallery is a contemporary art gallery repre-senting regional, national and international painters and sculptorsranging in styles from realism to abstraction. Special exhibit:through Aug 30—Works by John Stockwell.

Barbara Krakow Gallery, 10 Newbury St., 617-262-4490.Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow Gallery attractstop contemporary artists from around the world, showcasing workthat focuses on minimalism and conceptualism.


pass prices, or visit www.bostonfilmfestival.org. Single tickets: $10.Now in its 21st year, the BFF has become the highlight of the fall filmseason.This year’s festival showcases feature films and shorts selectedfrom over 15 countries. Sep 11 at 11 a.m. at Loews Copley PlaceTheatre—Filmmakers Panel: The Changing Face of Independent Film.

The Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-876-6837.Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets: $9; students &matinees $7.50; seniors & children $6. Classic, cutting-edge andworld cinema with a different double feature almost every day. Specialevent: The Complete Kubrick, A Stanley Kubrick retrospective,including: Sep 2 & 3—The Killing and Killer’s Kiss; Sep 4 & 5—2001: A Space Odyssey; Sep 6—Barry Lyndon; Sep 7 & 8—TheShining; Sep 9 & 10—Lolita and Dr. Strangelove; Sep 11—Spartacus.

Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard Ave., Brookline, 617-734-2500. Call for showtimes and complete schedule. Tickets:$8.50; members, seniors & children $5.50. This independentmovie house screens recent indie films, as well as the classics.Now showing: Broken Flowers; beginning Sep 2—A State ofMind. Special event: Celebrating the ‘70s, screening the best of‘70s cinema, including: Aug 29 at 7:30 p.m.—The FrenchConnection; Sep 2 & 3 at midnight—The Warriors; Sep 5 at 7:30p.m.—Jaws. Refer to story, page 24.

Free Friday Flicks on the Esplanade, DCR Hatch Shell, CharlesRiver Esplanade, Storrow Drive, 617-787-7200. Free and open to thepublic. Movies begin at 8:30 p.m. A summertime tradition presentedby WBZ News Radio 1030. Watch your favorite films, from the clas-sics of yesteryear to the most popular films of today, at nightfallalong the Charles River. Sep 2—TBA.

Harvard Film Archive, Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, 24Quincy St., Cambridge 617-495-4700. Call for showtimes, completeschedule and ticket prices. With over 300 films shown per year,HFA is one of the most active art cinemas in New England. Nowshowing: The Films of Louis Malle, featuring screenings of: Sep 9& 11 at 7 p.m—The Silent World; at 9 p.m.—Human, Too Human.

Loews Boston Common, corner of Tremont and Avery streets, 617-423-3499 or 617-333-FILM. Call for showtimes, complete scheduleand ticket prices. This state-of-the-art cineplex is the largest down-town movie theater in New England, featuring 4,500 stadium seatsand 19 oversized screens spanning 100,000 square feet. Specialevent: Fan Favorite Thursdays, free showings of favorite films.

Movies by Moonlight, Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf,617-439-7000. Every summer, The Boston Harbor Hotel terrace is transformed into an outdoor cinema for free Friday night flicksbeginning at dusk. Sep 2—Kiss Me Kate.

Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300.Screenings Thu–Sun, call for showtimes and complete schedule.Tickets: $9; students & seniors $8. The Museum of Fine Arts’ FilmProgram has grown to become one of the nation’s finest exhibitorsof contemporary international cinema, restored classics and pre-mieres of American independent films. Through Aug 31—Witnesses;Sep 8 at 5:45 p.m., Sep 10 at 3:45 p.m.—Felicidades; beginningSep 11—Parallel Lines; Sep 1–10—Searching for the Wrong-EyedJesus. Special event: The Films of Louis Malle, featuring screeningsof: Sep 1 at 6 p.m., Sep 4 at 1 p.m.—Elevator to the Gallows; Sep 2at 6:40 p.m., Sep 8 at 4:30 p.m.—The Lovers; Sep 3 at 2 p.m.—The Fire Within; Sep 11 at 1:30 p.m.—Au Revoir Les Enfants.

Improv Asylum, 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887. Showtimes: Wed& Thu at 8 p.m.; Fri & Sat at 8 and 10 p.m. Tickets: $15–20, dinnerpackages available. Wed at 8 p.m.—Lost in Boston, or How I Learnedto Love that Dirty Water; Thu at 8 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 and 10 p.m.—Summer in New England, featuring satirical audience-inspiredimprov and sketch comedy. Every Thursday at 9:45 p.m.—Talentshowcase: Aug 31—Lost in Boston and Punch for Punch, Sep 2—Punch for Punch, Sep 7—Sketchshop; Every Sat at midnight—TheMidnight Show promises quick wit, controversy and hilarity.

ImprovBoston, Back Alley Theater, 1253 Cambridge St.,Cambridge, 617-576-1253. Showtimes: Wed at 8 p.m.; Thu & Fri at 8 and 10 p.m.; Sat at 6, 8 and 10 p.m.; Sun at 7 p.m.Cover: $5–12. This comedy troupe features sketch comedy,games, original music and audience participation. Wed—TheHump; Thu—UnNatural Selection and The Great & SecretComedy Show; Fri— Pirate Lives: The Adventure of the Coward and TheatreSports; Sat—ImprovBoston Family Showand ImprovBoston Mainstage; Sun—Sgt. Culpepper’sImprovisational Jamboree.

Jimmy Tingle’s Off Broadway, 255 Elm St., Davis Square, Somerville,617-591-1616. Call for reservations and complete schedule.Founded by comic, actor and writer Jimmy Tingle, this multi-usevenue features both established and aspiring performers. Sep 1–3,8–10 at 7:30 p.m.—Jimmy Tingle’s American Dream, tickets:$15–25, $13.50–22.50 seniors, $7.50–12.50 students; Sep 10 at3 p.m.—Cleavage, tickets: $15, $13.50 seniors, $7.50 students.

Nick’s Comedy Stop, 100 Warrenton St., 617-423-2900. Fri & Satat 8:45 p.m. Cover: $15. Nick’s is the city’s longest-running comedyclub. Sep 1 at 8:30 p.m.—Kevin Knox, The Wild Man of Comedy;Sep 2 & 3 at 8:30 p.m.—Impressionist Bob Gautreau; Sep 8 at 8:30p.m.—Jessica Casciano; Sep 9 & 10 at 8:30 p.m.—Mark Riley.

CONVENTIONS & EXPOS

Boston Conference and Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St.,617-954-2400. Sep 10–13 —Boston Gift Show.

Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St., 617-954-2000.Sep 7–8 —Photoshop World Conference and Expo Event.

Seaport World Trade Center, 1 Seaport Lane, 415 Summer St.,781-455-1188. Sep 3 & 4—5th Annual Boston Triathlon; Sep7–11—Successful Maturity Conference and Expo.

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Folk Dancing by the Fountain, Copley Square, Clarendon andBoylston streets, in front of Trinity Church, 781-662-7475. Freeevening folk dances and instruction under the stars. No partnersor experience necessary. Aug 30 at 7:30 p.m.—Dances led byMarianne Taylor and Marcie Van Cleave, featuring live music bythe Cambridge Folk Orchestra.

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Boston Film Festival, Loews Copley Place and Loews BostonCommon, 617-266-2533. Sep 9–15. Call for full schedule and festival

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case for the Pucker Gallery as Boston’s best gallery—though it’s reallymore like a wonderful miniature museum.” Special exhibit: beginningSep 10—How Great is our Joy, porcelain works by Brother Thomas.

Robert Klein Gallery, 38 Newbury St., 617-267-7997. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Temporarily closed Aug 21—Sep 5.Devoted to fine art photography from the 19th century through thepresent day, the gallery has featured works by such well-known artistsas Ansel Adams and Diane Arbus. Special exhibit: beginning Sep 8—Saga: The Journey of Arno Rafael Minkkinen, 35 Years of Photographs.

Society of Arts and Crafts, 175 Newbury St., 617-266-1810.Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest non-profitcrafts organization in the country (more than 100 years old) spe-cializes in contemporary American crafts. The jewelry, furniture,glass and ceramics range from cutting edge to traditional andfrom functional to sculptural. Special exhibit: Northwest Artists.

Vose Galleries, 238 Newbury St., 617-536-6176. Mon–Fri 9:30a.m.– 5:30 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Established in 1841, VoseGalleries—the oldest family-owned art gallery in the UnitedStates—specializes in American artists from the 18th, 19th andearly 20th centuries. Special exhibit: Landscapes by John F. Enser.

KIDS CORNER

Boston Children’s Museum, Museum Wharf, 300 Congress St.,617-426-8855. Refer to listing in Museums. Daily organized activ-

ities in the Art Studio, Play Space and KidStage, such as musicand movement, finger puppet making and kitchen science. Specialevents: Sep 2 at noon—Fort Point Channel Summer OutdoorMusic Series; from 1–1:30 p.m.—Meet the Musicians.

Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, 617-536-5400. Refer to listing in Sightseeing section. The first pub-licly supported municipal library in the world hosts many activi-ties and special programs for children, including live perform-ances, storytelling, interactive computer activities and films.

Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300. Refer tolisting in Museums. The fine arts are not just for adults. Special activi-ties: Mon–Fri at 3:30 p.m.—Children’s Room, free gallery and work-shop program for children ages 6–12, offering active exploration of theMFA’s collection through art projects, drama, poetry and music;Tue–Thu at 3:30 p.m.—Books Bring Art Alive explores the MFA collec-tions using picture books, gallery activities and adult/child art projects.

Puppet Showplace Theatre, 32 Station St., Brookline, 617-731-6400. The first puppetry center in New England presents themagical world of puppet theater to a broad community, enlighten-ing audiences of all ages. Tickets: $8.50. Aug 31 & Sep 1 at10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.—Dreamtime: Tales from Down Under.

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Avalon, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. This popular nightclub

Newbury Fine Arts, 29 Newbury St., 617-536-0210. Mon–Sat 10a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Newbury Fine Arts deals in a varietyof media and styles, everything from painting and printmaking tosculpture and collage, and constantly builds relationships with newartists to expose their clients to the best and brightest artists in thebusiness. Special exhibits: New Contemporary Collections by artistsHessam Abrishami, Roderick O’Flaherty, Paul Chester, Greg Calibey,Ted Jeremenko and Yingzhao Liu; through Aug 29—The Art ofRonnie Wood, featuring drawings by the Rolling Stones guitarist.

Pepper Gallery, 38 Newbury St., 617-236-4495. Tue–Fri 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Committed to presenting contempo-rary representational and abstract works by living artists, the galleryrotates its exhibitions every five weeks to represent different mem-bers of the artistic community, both established and up-and-coming.Special exhibit: beginning Sep 8—Works by Jim Zingarelli.

Photographic Resource Center, Boston University, 832Commonwealth Ave., 617-353-0700. Tue, Wed & Fri 10 a.m.–6p.m.; Thu 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat & Sun noon-5 p.m. Admission:$3. Closed in the month of August and re-opens Sep 1. PRCexhibitions and educational programs are guided by a philo-sophical inquiry into the intersection of photography with otheraesthetic, profssional and critical discourses.

Pucker Gallery, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat 10a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m. Featuring works by Israeli, Americanand internationally known contemporary artists. Named by the BostonPhoenix as one of the best art galleries in the city: “You can make a

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ACCENT ON THE AHTS by Marketa Hulpachova

In your travels through Boston, you’ve probablynoticed that we locals have a peculiar way of

saying certain things. You may have taken the T toPaahk Street or Aahlington, but have you everattended an ahts festival? On September 10 &11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., you’ll have your chanceas the City of Boston continues its 375th birthdaycelebration with the affectionately named Ahts:The Boston Art Festival. Now in its third year,the festival showcases more than 85 local artistswhose unique works will be on display or for saleat Boston Harbor’s Christopher ColumbusPark. Browse through dozens of stands filled witheverything from paintings to jewelry to sculpture,and when you need a break from shopping, enjoylive shows by performers such as musician TurboTabla and the Chu Ling Dance Academy. Forthose with a taste for the classical, season pre-views by the Boston Lyric Opera and the BostonBallet are sure to keep you on your toes. Not onlywill you feel cultured, you’ll also know why the ahtsare wicked cool. Refer to listings, page 23.

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Gallery NAGA, 67 Newbury St., 617-267-9060. Tue–Sat 10a.m.–5:30 p.m. Gallery NAGA specializes in studio furniture andpaintings by New England artists, and also exhibits works by con-temporary photographers, printmakers and sculptors.

Howard Yezerski Gallery, 14 Newbury St., 3rd Floor, 617-262-0550. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Features contemporary art, includ-ing photography, sculpture and prints. Special exhibit: through Sep6—Some Color, a collection of color photographs by artists MariaMagdalena Campos-Pons, Paul D’Amato, Lalla Essaydi and others.

International Poster Gallery, 205 Newbury St., 617-375-0076.www.internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunnoon–6 p.m. This internationally recognized fine art poster gallerydisplays original vintage posters from the 1890s through the post-World War II modern masters. Special exhibit: through Sep 5—Summer Games, a century of sports posters.

L’Attitude Gallery, 218 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. Tue–Sat 10a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun & Mon noon–5 p.m. Features contemporary sculp-ture, crafts and art for the home, garden and commercial environments.The gallery also boasts an outdoor sculpture garden. Over 75 U.S. andinternational artists are represented in various mediums, includingglass, ceramics, wood, stone, mixed media and textiles. Specialexhibits: Vistas Revisited: New Work by Russ Vogt and Karen Ehart.

Nielsen Gallery, 179 Newbury St., 617-266-4835. Tue–Sat 10a.m.– 5:30 p.m. Renowned for its fine collection of contemporarypaintings, drawings and sculptures.

$5–15. Call for age restrictions. Located in the basement of the WilburTheatre, this nightspot features a chic decor with plush red couchesand dance music—from International to House. Dress to impress.

Avalon, 15 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424. Thu–Sun 10 p.m.–2a.m. Cover: $10–20. 19+ on Thu & Fri; 21+ on Sat & Sun. Oneof Boston’s premier nightclubs featuring Euro and Top 40 dancenights. It’s also the city’s largest club venue for live music acts.Thu—Hip-hop night; Fri—renowned DJs from around the worldat Avaland; Sat—Tease with DJ Adilson; Sun—Gay Night.

Axis, 13 Lansdowne St., 617-262-2437. Mon & Thu–Sun 10p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5–20. 19+. Mon—Static, gay night; Thu—International College Night, featuring house music; Fri—FlavorFridays, hip-hop, Top 40, reggaeton; Sat—Seductive Saturdays,featuring reggae, R&B.

The Alley, One Boylston Place, 617-351-7000. Thu–Sat 10p.m.–2 a.m. Cover: $5–10. Located in the famous Boylston Streetalleyway, this one-stop nightspot includes the Big Easy Bar, SugarShack, Sweetwater Cafe and the newest addition, Liquor Store.Party Mardi Gras-style on Boston’s version of Bourbon Street

Boston Billiard Club, 126 Brookline Ave., 617-536-POOL.Ranked Number One Billiard Club in the country by BilliardsDigest, this nightspot is perfect for pool aficionados and novicesalike. Mon—free lessons; Wed—Ladies’ Night: each lady gets25 percent off table time. Four ladies per table play for free;Sun–Thu—League Night.


9 p.m.—Palladium Night, celebrating 30 years of Con Salsa, withEguie Castrillo and his 18-piece Mambo Orchestra, tickets: $25.

Top of the Hub, Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-536-1775.Aug 29, Sep 4, 5 & 11 at 8 p.m.—Marty Ballou Trio; Aug30–Sep 1, Sep 6–8 at 8:30—Bob Nieske Trio; Sep 2 & 3, 9 &10, at 9 p.m.—Bob Nieske Group with Maggie Galloway; Sep 4& 11 at noon—Lee Childs Group.

Tweeter Center, Routes 140 and 146, Mansfield (45 minutessouth of Boston), 617-931-2000. The concerts at this outdooramphitheater are a hallmark of summer and boast some of popmusic’s biggest acts. Aug 29 at 7 p.m.—Avril Lavigne with ButchWalker and Gavin DeGraw, tickets: $36–46.

Wally’s Cafe, 427 Massachusetts Ave., 617-424-1408. Mon–Sat from9 a.m.–2 a.m.; Sun from noon–2 a.m. Bands play at 9 p.m. No cover.Wally’s was established in 1947 by Joseph L.Walcot, the first African-American to own a nightclub in Boston. It played a large part in thegrowth of jazz music in this country and continues to host live jazz daily.

WXRV-FM Summer Concert Series, Prudential Center’s SouthGarden. Free and open to the public; visit www.wxrv.com for moreinformation. Aug 31 at 12:30 p.m.—Erin McKeown.

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Aria, 246 Tremont St., 617-338-7080. Tue–Sun 11 p.m.–2 a.m. Cover:

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Upstairs, Downstairs or in the Corner, this club showcases thebest alternative and indie rock bands in town. Aug 30—EngineDown, Bella Lea and Des Ark, tickets: $12; Sep 3—Xiu Xiu, FrogEyes and Yellow Swans, tickets: $12; Sep 9—Apollo Sunshinewith Mazarin and Self Righteous Brothers, tickets: $12; Sep11—Of Montreal with The Management, tickets: $10.

Paddy O’s, 25 Union St., 617-263-7771. Sep 9 at 9 p.m.—Hothouse Flowers, tickets: $35.

Paradise Rock Club, 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562-8800. Callfor complete schedule. Intimate setting with a big sound, Paradise isone of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. All shows 18+ unless otherwisenoted. Aug 29 at 8 p.m.—Institute, featuring Gavin Rossdale, tickets:$25; Aug 31 at 8 p.m.—Louis XIV, tickets: $12.50; Sep 6 at 8p.m.—Idlewild with Inara George, tickets: $15; Sep 8 at 9 p.m.—Spin Doctors with Town Hall and Lincoln Conspiracy, tickets: $12;Sep 9 at 6:30 p.m.—Jump Little Children, tickets: $15.

Regattabar, third floor of The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St.,Cambridge, 617-661-5099. Aug 31 at 7:30 p.m.—Tessa SouterQuartet, tickets: $12; Sep 1 at 7:30 p.m.—Leo Blanco WorldJazz Ensemble, tickets: $12; Sep 2 & 3 at 7:30 and 10 p.m.—The Mingus Big Band, tickets: $25; Sep 7 at 7:30 p.m.—TheDavid Bond Group, tickets: $14; Sep 8 & 9 at 7:30 and 10p.m.—Larry Coryell/Lenny White/Victor Bailey Trio, tickets: $20.

Scullers Jazz Club, DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel, 400 SoldiersField Road, 617-562-4111. Showtimes: Tue–Thu at 8 and 10 p.m.,Fri & Sat at 8 and 10:30 p.m., Sun at 7 and 9 p.m. Combinationtickets include dinner and show. Aug 30—Aruan Ortiz Trio, tick-ets: $15, $55 with dinner; Aug 31—Tony DeSare, tickets: $20,$60 with dinner; Sep 1 & 2—Angela Bofill, tickets: $28, $68 withdinner; Sep 7 & 8—Kurt Elling, tickets: $18, $58 with dinner; Sep9 & 10—Spyro Gyra, tickets: $35, $75 with dinner.

Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, 617-625-4088. Sep 8 at 8 p.m.—Sufjan Stevens, tickets: $16.

T.T. the Bear’s Place, 10 Brookline St., Cambridge, 617-492-BEAR.Shows start at 8:30 p.m. Call for complete schedule. Cover: $8–14.Aug 30—Adam Payne,A.J. Edwards and Christie Leigh; Aug 31—The Midnight Creeps,The Ghetto Fighters and Casey Dienel; Sep 2—Bleu,The Rudds,The Everyday Visuals and The Kin; Sep 6—MobiusBand with Verona Downs; Sep 9 & 10—Dear Leader, joined by guestsUnbusted, Dylan in the Movies, Emergency Music, Dan Cray and others.

Tanglewood Jazz Festival, Tanglewood, Lenox, 617-266-1492.The Boston Symphony Orchestra hosts its annual Labor DayWeekend jazz festival, bringing together some of the biggest namesin jazz from yesterday and today. Sep 2 at 8 p.m.—Diane Schuurwith The Caribbean Jazz Project, Toots Thielemans, Kenny Werner,Oscar Castro-Neves, tickets: $17–55; Sep 3 at noon—The LegendsTrio, featuring Skitch Henderson and Bucky Pizzarelli, tickets: $25 & 35,at 3 p.m.—Marian McPartland with Madeleine Peyroux, tickets:$17–55, and at 8 p.m.—Tony Bennett and the Count Basie Orchestra,tickets: $23–81; Sep 4 at 2 p.m.—Sonny Rollins, tickets: $17–45, andat 8 p.m.—The Yellowjackets and Chris Botti, tickets: $20–65.

Tito Puente Latin Music Series, Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center,85 West Newton St., 617-927-1717. Free and open to the public.General admission; outdoor seating. Musical performance sponsoredby the Center for Latino Arts and Berklee College of Music. Sep 2 at

hosts rock and pop music acts prior to evening dance nights withDJs. Sep 8 at 6:30 p.m.—Bloc Party with The Kills and Noisettes,tickets: $22.

Axis, 13 Landsdowne St., 617-262-2437. Call for full schedule.This popular nightclub hosts rock, punk and alternative musicalacts prior to evening dance nights with DJs. Sep 7 at 7 p.m.—Josh Kelley with Michael Tolcher, tickets: $15; Sep 8 at 6:30p.m.—Playstation Dualplay presents DJ Z Trip with Black Sheepand DJ Goldenchylde, tickets: $15.

Bank of America Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., 617-931-2000. This open-air waterfront venue features world-class rock,pop, blues and country performers set against the backdrop ofthe Boston skyline. Aug 30 at 7:30 p.m.—John Hiatt withShawn Colvin, tickets: $28.50–38.50.

Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., 617-876-4275. Sep 10 at 8 p.m.—Lura, tickets: $22–28.

Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000. Freeand open to the public. The prestigious Boston Harbor Hotel pres-ents its seventh annual free Blues Barge series, featuring localand national blues band performing on the hotel’s floating stage,and Summer Soul Tuesdays with R&B and soul acts to add to thesummer heat. Aug 30 at 6 p.m.—Lamont Swinson with Mind,Body & Soul; Sep 1 at 6 p.m.—David Maxwell’s Maximum Blues.

Club Passim, 47 Palmer St., Cambridge, 617-492-7679. Callfor full schedule. This intimate coffeehouse in Harvard Squarewas a starting place for legendary folk icons such as Joan Baezand Bob Dylan. Aug 31 at 8 p.m.—Asylum Street Spankers,tickets: $15; Sep 2 at 3:30 p.m., Sep 3–5 beginning at noon—The Cutting Edge of the Campfire music festival, tickets: $15 perday, $20 for a weekend pass; Sep 7 & 8 at 8 p.m.—MelissaFerrick with Natalia Zukerman, tickets: $30; Sep 9 at 8 p.m.—Eliza Gilkyson with Dulcie Taylor, tickets: $15; Sep 10 at 8p.m.—Diane Zeigler with Robin Wynn, tickets: $14.

Dick’s Last Resort, 55 Huntington Ave., 617-267-8080,www.dickslastresort.com. No cover. Call for full schedule. Livemusic daily from classic rock acts and cover bands, 74 kinds ofbeer and dining options that include buckets of ribs, shrimp, lob-ster, crab cakes, chicken and crab legs.

Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxboro, 800-543-1776. Thehome of the New England Patriots and the New England Revolutionis also Massachusetts’ biggest capacity outdoor concert arena. Sep3 at 7 p.m.—Green Day with Jimmy Eat World, tickets: $39.50.

Harpers Ferry, 156 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-254-9743. Showsstart at 8 p.m. Call for complete schedule. This club offers livemusic daily and is renowned for showcasing local classic rock andrhythm ’n’ blues cover bands. Aug 29—Jonah Cohen with CurtisPeoples, tickets: $4; Aug 31 & 24—Uncle Billy’s Smokehouse,tickets: $5; Sep 2—Revival (Allman Brothers tribute band), tickets:$7; Sep 3—Backseat Lover (Pearl Jam tribute band), tickets: $5;Sep 5—The Juice, tickets: $3; Sep 9—Tea Leaf Green, tickets:$5; Sep 10—Spookie Daly Pride with The Brakes, tickets: $8.

The Middle East, 472 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, 617-864-EAST.Doors open at 8 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. unless otherwisenoted. Call for complete schedule. Cover: $8–20. Whether

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American Idol Auditions, Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place,Foxboro. Aug 31 beginning at 8 a.m. The television/pop culturephenomenon that gave the world Kelly Clarkson, Clay Aiken and (ahem) William Hung comes to Boston in search of the next great pop star. If you think your pipes are up to the challenge,or if you’re just a tone-deaf thrill-seeker looking to be abused by Simon Cowell in front of millions of viewers, be sure to show up early. Wristbands will be distributed on Aug 30, visit www.idolonfox.com for more information.

Boston 375, All events are free and open to the public. Incelebration of Boston’s 375th birthday, events to commemo-rate its history take place in every one of its neighborhoods.The celebration also includes the ongoing 375 Views of Bostonexhibit at City Hall Plaza. Aug 30 from 6–8 p.m. at ChristopherColumbus Park—The Waterfront Performing Arts Series pres-ents Chu Ling Dance performing a world premiere balletpiece;Sep 7–11 at various locations throughout Boston—Boston Charter Day celebrations, including lectures and walk-ing tours, free admission to the Old State House Museum onSep 8, and a birthday party for Boston on Sep 10 at theBoston Public Library; Sep 10 & 11 at Christopher ColumbusPark—The 2005 Boston Ahts Festival unites dozens ofBoston’s finest visual and performing artists in a two-dayshowcase of their best work at a specially-constructed artists’village on the waterfront. Refer to story, page 18.

Boston Harbor Islands Kite Festival, George’s Island, 617-223-8666. Sep 3 & 4. Enjoy a peaceful day engaged in a pas-time beloved by children and adults for thousands of yearsthrough activities such as stunt kite flying demonstrations, andmake your own briliantly colored kites with guests SeasideKites. Refer to story, page 48.

Brimfield Antiques Show, Brimfield Fairgrounds, take Mass Pike West to Route 20 West (Exit 9), Brimfield,617-491-3434. Sep 6–11 from 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Some areas require an entrance fee, usually $5. The BrimfieldAntiques Show began in the 1950s and has become the largest and best-know antiques show in the U.S. with over5,000 dealers from all over the country. The show has a carnival-like atmosphere, appropriate for all ages, and is located along a one mile stretch on both sides of Route 20.Refer to story, page 50.

Cavalia, Suffolk Downs, Junction of Rtes. 1A & 145, 866-999-8111. Performances Sep 7–11: Wed–Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 3 & 8p.m., Sun at 1 & 5 p.m. Tickets: $69 & 79, $49 & 59 for chil-dren under 12. From Normand Latourelle, one of the founders ofthe world-renowned Cirque du Soleil, comes Cavalia, a multi-media performance piece uniting acrobats, aerialists, dancers,musicians, world-class riders and 50 horses in a dream-liketheatrical experience. Watch as horses gallop and play in frontof a 200-foot wide screen projecting ever-changing images.Refer to story, page 15.

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restaurant and bar is known for attracting celebrities, as well asBoston’s young professional crowd. DJs nightly from 10 p.m.–2 a.m.

The Roxy, 279 Tremont St., 617-338-7699. Thu–Sat 10 p.m.–2a.m. Cover: $10–15. Fri—R&B, hip-hop and reggae; Sat—High-energy house, techno and dance music.

Venu, 100 Warrenton St., 617-338-8061. Thu–Sun 11 p.m.–2a.m. Cover varies. You’ll find a highly fashionable Euro crowd atthis Theater District club. DJs nightly.

Whiskey Park, Boston Park Plaza Hotel, 64 Arlington St., 617-542-1482. Rande Gerber, husband to Cindy Crawford, opened thelatest installment of his Whiskey franchise, a posh addition to theBoston night scene. The 3,500 square-foot space contains twoseparate bars—one more intimate, and the other a lively lounge.

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Carmen, American Repertory Theatre, Loeb Drama Center, 64Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-547-8300. Performances begin-ning Sep 3: Tue–Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 2p.m. Tickets: 12–74. Produced in association with Minnesota’sTheatre de la Jeune Lune, this theatrical take on Bizet’s classictale of two men’s love for a seductive gypsy girl offers an inti-mate, potent and volatile chamber opera, accompanied by duel-ing grand pianos.

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Brookline, site of three U.S. Opens as well as the1999 Ryder Cup, to the Worcester Country Club,home of the 1925 U.S. Open and the first-everRyder Cup in 1927. Perhaps now a new one canbe added to the list: the three-year-old, PGA-operated Tournament Players Club of Boston inNorton. Designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer,the course hosts the third Deutsche Bank U.S.Championship August 30–September 5.Benefiting the Tiger Woods Foundation, whichsupports community-based health and educa-tion programs for children, this PGA tour eventwas where history was made last year whenVijay Singh seized the No. 1 world ranking fromTiger Woods. This year, come watch the talentsof Woods, Singh, John Daly, Brad Faxon andmany other top-notch golfers, and don’t hesitateto bring the whole gang—a children’s viewingarea and entertainment complex was added tomake this unique PGA event fun for the entirefamily. Refer to listing, page 24.

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Boston Rocks Nightclub, 245 Quincy Market (near FaneuilHall), 617-726-1110. Thu–Sat 9 p.m.–2 a.m. Cover varies. 21+.Where Boston comes to rock. Fri—6one7 presents The Loftwith R & B and hip-hop music; Sat—Shotgun Saturdays with VJJohnnie Walker Black spinning Top 40. No hats allowed.

Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave., 617-536-0966. Thu–Sat 9p.m.–2 a.m. No cover. In the back of the 209 restaurant, you’llfind the Moonshine and Satellite lounges, voted “Best ofBoston” by Boston magazine and The Improper Bostonian forbest gay and lesbian nightspot.

Jillian’s Boston, 145 Ipswich St. (behind Fenway Park), 617-437-0300. www.jilliansboston.com. Open daily 11 a.m.–2 a.m.One of Boston’s largest entertainment complexes, this fun anddiverse club attracts over a million people a year. Features 50pool tables, 200 high-tech games, blackjack for fun, six fullbars, Lucky Strike Lanes on the third floor and full-service din-ing and late-night dancing at Tequila Rain on the first floor.Proper dress required.

The Modern, 36 Lansdowne St., 617-536-2100. Tue, Thu–Sat 10:30p.m.–2 a.m. Cover varies. Located behind Fenway Park, this chiclounge offers a laid-back alternative to the dance clubs that fill mostof the street. DJs perform nightly, specializing in international music.

The Rack, 24 Clinton St., 617-725-1051. Mon–Fri 4 p.m.–2 a.m.;Sat & Sun 3 p.m.–2 a.m. No cover. This upscale billiards club,

Sep 10 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Columbus Crew

North Shore Spirit CanAm League Professional BaseballFraser Field, 365 Western Ave., Lynn, 781-592-0007.Sep 2 at 6 and 8 p.m. vs. Grays (double-header)Sep 3 at 7:05 p.m. vs. GraysSep 4 at 2:05 p.m. vs. Grays

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Abyssinia, The Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont St.,800-447-7400. Performances through Sep 11: Tue, Thu & Friat 8 p.m.; Wed & Sat at 2 and 8 p.m.; Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets:$30–63. Born during a terrifying tornado, Abyssinia Jackson is a young African-American woman blessed with an angelicvoice and an amazing ability to heal. But when tragedy strikes, she loses faith and begins a courageous journey of renewal and rediscovery. Full of inspirational gospel,jazz and ragtime rhythms, this musical by James Racheff and Ted Kociolek (Jolson: A Vaudeville) has been hailed by The Cleveland Plain Dealer as “a flood of life-affirming joy.”Refer to story, page 26.

Arcadia, Publick Theatre, Christian Herter Park, Soldiers FieldRoad, 617-782-5425. Aug 31–Sep 4. Performances: Wed, Thu& Sun at 7:30 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 p.m. Tickets: $30. PlaywrightTom Stoppard’s language-driven comedy about a group of aca-demics researching the history of an English estate is a playthat serves as a natural fit with the Publick Theatre’s traditional-ly Shakespearean mission of demonstrating the power of thespoken word.

Blue Man Group, Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 617-931-2787 or 617-426-6912. Performances: Wed & Thu at 8p.m., Fri at 7 p.m., Sat at 4, 7 and 10 p.m., Sun at 2 and 5 p.m.Tickets: $46–56. This giddily subversive off-Broadway hit fea-tures three muted, blue-painted performers who spoof bothcontemporary art and modern technology through wry com-mentary and bemusing antics. The show has been updated toinclude new performance pieces, new music and alterations tothe sound and lighting design.

Bug, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theatre, next to the town Pier,Wellfleet, 508-349-6835. Performances through Sep 10:Tue–Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 4 p.m. Tickets: $19–25. This award-winning off-Broadway hit by Tracy Letts (Killer Joe ) tells thestory of Agnes, who is hiding out in an Oklahoma City motelroom desperately trying to avoid her ex-con ex-husband.When a mysterious stranger arrives, he manages to somehowget under her skin—with terrifying results. This hallucinatorytale of pests and paranoia blends a touch of terror with a dashof comedy and a sprinkle of nudity.

The Comedy of Errors, Publick Theatre, Christian Herter Park,Soldiers Field Road, 617-782-5425. Sep 7–10. Performances:Wed, Thu & Sun at 7:30 p.m., Fri & Sat at 8 p.m. Tickets: $30.Shakespeare turns up the volume on the classic formula for farceand doubles the comedy when two sets of twin brothers, separatedat birth, meet by chance in Ephesus. Multiple mistaken identitiesresult in breathtaking chaos and confusion between husband andwife, master and servant, in this outdoor production of the Bard’stimeless tale.

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Deutsche Bank USA Golf Championship, Professional GolfersAssociation, Tournament Players Club of Boston, 400 Arnold PalmerBlvd., Norton, 866-GOLF-TIX. Tickets: $20–40. Aug 30 & 31—Practice rounds; Sep 1—Pro-am competition; Sep 2–5 at 7:30a.m.—Professional Play. A 72-hole, officially sanctioned PGA Tourevent preceded by a one-day Pro-Am competition. The Championshipis reduced to the top 70 players plus ties after Saturday’s round and boasts a field featuring the biggest names in golf, includingTiger Woods, John Daly, Brad Faxon and the defending champion,Vijay Singh. Charitable proceeds benefit the Tiger Woods Foundation,which promotes children’s health, education and welfare. Refer tostory, page 22.

New England Patriots National Football LeagueGillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxboro, 800-543-1776.Sep 1 at 8 p.m. vs. New York Giants (pre-season)Sep 8 at 9 p.m. vs. Oakland Raiders (season opener)

New England Revolution Major League SoccerGilettte Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough,800-543-1776 or 877-GETREVS.

Those ’70s Showsby Josh B. Wardrop

Some folks think of the Seventies as the era ofdisco, polyester and kitsch, but it was also the

era that produced some of the best Americanfilms ever. If you look back fondly on the cinemaof the 1970s you’re exactly the sort of cool cat theCoolidge Corner Theater is hoping will appreci-ate their Celebrating the ’70s series, going onthrough September 12. The Coolidge will bringback to the big screen—where they were alwaysmeant to be seen—such ’70s classics as the ulti-mate fish tale Jaws, (September 5 at 7:30 p.m.);the over-the-top street action flick The Warriors(September 2 & 3, at midnight); the reggae-drenched and revolutionary The Harder TheyCome, starring Jimmy Cliff (September 9 & 10,at midnight); and finally, the tale of the most gut-wrenching camping trip ever, director JohnBoorman’s Deliverance (September 12 at 7:30 p.m.) If the recent Hollywood fare has left you cold, the Coolidge is happy to bring the heatwith a blast from celluloid’s proud past. Refer to listings, page 16.

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Gloucester Schooner Festival, Various harbor locations,Gloucester, 978-283-1601. Sep 2–4. The historic maritimecommunity of Gloucester hosts the 21st annual GloucesterSchooner Festival where sailing vessels old and new, large and small, will fill the harbor for a parade of sail, as well as to compete in the traditional Mayor’s Race. Other highlightsinclude the Maritime Heritage Days, featuring demonstrationsand historical lectures, a nautical flea market, games andactivites for the children, food vendors, live musical entertain-ment and fun for the whole family.

North End Italian Feasts & Processions, The North End.www.northendboston.com. Boston’s “Little Italy” honorspatron saints and its culture with weekend festivals featuring Italian delicacies, streetside bands playing Sicilian melodies and vendors offering authentic wares on the cobblestoned paths dressed with garlands. Aug 29—St. Lucy’s Feast.

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Boston Red Sox Major League BaseballFenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-482-4SOX.Aug 29–Sep 1 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Devil RaysSep 2 & 3 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Baltimore OriolesSep 4 at 2:05 p.m. vs. Baltimore OriolesSep 6–8 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Los Angeles Angels

a good story and a true story in the American media is explored in this fascinating work by Tracey Scott Wilson,described by the New York Times as “absorbing” and “compelling.”

Urinetown: The Musical, Lyric Stage Company, 140Clarendon St., 617-437-7172. Performances beginning Sep 9: Wed at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Thu at 7:30 p.m., Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 3 p.m. Tickets: $20–47.True love blooms in the shadow of a corrupt corporation that exploits a drastic water shortage and charges residents a fee to pee. Winner of the 2002 Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Music and Lyrics, this uproarious musical has been hailed by the New York Times as “extraordinary,hilarious and entirely original! The most galvanizing theatreexperience in town!”

TICKETS

Bostix, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Copley Square, 617-723-5181. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (Faneuil Hall location closedMon); Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Information and tickets, includinghalf-price seats on day of event, for the best performing artsaround Boston. Subject to availability.

Explorers Pass, Available at 60 Rowes Wharf, 800-887-9103.Pass price: $35. The pass offers free admission to 10 topBoston attractions—including the New England Aquarium, JFK

Library and Boston Harbor Cruises—over a two-day period.Card holders are also entitled to preferred entry at select attrac-tions and savings of up to 20% at shops and restaurants aroundthe city.

GO Boston Card, Available at Bostix locations at Faneuil HallMarketplace and Copley Square and at the Visitor InformationCenter on Boston Common, 617-742-5950. Cards can be pur-chased in one, two, three, five and seven day increments, andrange from $45–135 for adults, $25–65 for children. The GOBoston card offers unlimited free admission to more than 60area attractions, as well as savings up to 20% at local shopsand restaurants.

TRANSPORTATION

Boston By Boat, 617-422-0392. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.,Sat & Sun only. All-day adult fare: $10, $5 for children.www.savetheharbor.org. Water shuttle runs every 45 minutes between the U.S.S. Constitution in Charlestown and the World Trade Center in South Boston, making stopsnear popular waterfront-area attractions.

Boston Town Car, 617-782-4000. Downtown to Logan: $20;Back Bay to Logan: $25. Lincoln Town Car executive sedansavailable at reasonable rates. Professional, courteous drivers fortours, airport, getting around town and long distance runs. Allmajor credit cards accepted.


Award-winner is a masterfully written play of wit, passion,humor and intelligence.

Reconstruction, or How I Learned to Pay Attention,Wheelock Family Theatre, 200 The Riverway, 617-879-2300.Sep 8 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $25–100. This one-woman benefit per-formance by Christine Rathbun deals with her struggles afterbeing diagnosed with breast cancer. The 70-minute mono-logue—part memoir, part rant—is a play about life, illness andjoyful survival, and benefits Hurricane Voices, a not-for-profitbreast cancer foundation.

Shear Madness, Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton St.,617-426-5225. Performances: Tue–Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 6:30 and9:30 p.m., Sun at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $34–50. Boston’shilarious whodunnit where the audience takes a stab at catchingthe killer. Become an armchair sleuth in the longest-running non-musical play in U.S. history.

The Story, Zeitgeist Stage Company, Black Box Theatre,Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont St., 617-933-8600.Performances beginning Sep 2: Thu & Fri at 8 p.m., Sat at 4 and 8 p.m., Sun at 7 p.m. Tickets: $25 & 30. An ambitiousAfrican-American reporter cracks a murder case involving awhite victim who is killed in a black neighborhood with a sensational scoop—but is it the truth? The fine line between

Long Day’s Journey Into Night, Gloucester Stage Company,267 East Main St., Gloucester, 978-281-4433. Performancesbeginning Sep 1: Wed–Sat at 7:30 p.m., Sun at 5 p.m. Tickets:$15–30. This semi-autobiographical, Pulitzer Prize-winningmasterpiece by Eugene O’Neill—considered by many to be thegreatest play of the American theatre—presents the poignantand painful journey of the Tyrones as they struggle withdemons, dreams and addictions.

Menopause the Musical, Stuart Street Playhouse, RadissonHotel, 200 Stuart St., 800-447-7400. Performances: Wed–Fri at 8p.m., Sat & Sun at 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets: $42.50. This hilariouscelebration of women and “the change” starts with four ladies at aBloomingdale’s lingerie sale who bond over their menopausal ail-ments—memory loss, brain skips, hot flashes, night sweats, notenough sex, too much sex and more. The joyful musical parodies28 classic Baby Boomer songs.

The Real Thing, Huntington Theatre Company, BostonUniversity Theatre, 264 Huntington Ave., 617-266-0800.Performances beginning Sep 9: Fri & Sat at 8 p.m., Sun at 7 p.m.Tickets: $15–60. The brilliant wordsmith Tom Stoppard exploresthe complex joy and pain of being in love in this clever anddeeply felt drama about relationships. A successful playwrighttakes his marriage to the breaking point when he falls in lovewith another woman. But is it the real thing? This multiple Tony

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KEEPING THE FAITHby Josh B. Wardrop

The July 14 fire that severely damaged theNorth Shore Music Theatre in Beverly

threw into doubt the future of the NSMT’sremaining productions for the 2005 perform-ance season. Luckily, the generosity ofBoston’s Wang Center for the PerformingArts—who donated space at the ShubertTheatre to stage the displaced plays—hasensured that NSMT’s production of Abyssiniawill complete its full run through September11. Ironically, the ability of NSMT to triumphover tragedy is reflected perfectly withinAbyssinia itself. Based on the novel Markedby Fire by Joyce Carol Thomas, the show tellsthe inspirational tale of Abyssinia Jackson, awoman born with the ability to heal otherswith her angelic singing voice. When a person-al crisis causes her to stop singing, Abyssiniamust rediscover her faith—a journey of con-science set against a backdrop of jazz andgospel songs by Ted Kociolek and JamesRacheff that fill up the soul, and bring a rag-time rhythm to Abyssinia’s quest for renewaland rediscovery. Refer to listing, page 25.

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art galleries, interesting restaurants and cafes,beauty salons and spas, and unusual gift and jewelry shops.

Akris, 16 Newbury St., 617-536-6225. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Founded in Switzerland in 1922 by the Kriemler family,this design house is the only true couture house outside of Parisand Milan that has distinguished itself for its creative, elegantand modern fashions. Its designer collection for women is com-prised of elegant, understated suits, coats, dresses and a selec-tion of evening wear.

Allen-Edmonds, 36 Newbury St., 617-247-3363. Mon–Sat9:30 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Step out in luxurious stylewith Allen-Edmonds’ collections of wing tips, capped toes andslip-on kilties and tassles. This world-class men’s footwearretailer, famous for its 212-step construction process, featuresshoes made of top-quality leather and all-natural materials.Available in 164 different size and width combinations.

Cartier, 40 Newbury St., 617-262-3300. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. If diamonds are forever, the House of Cartier is timeless.With more than 150 years of experience as one of the world’sleading luxury goods companies, Cartier is a symbol of prestige,glamour, innovation and quality. This premier jeweler offers a

dazzling display of diamonds, jewelry and accessories,including timepieces, silver, crystal, perfume, designer pens and leather accessories.

Chanel Boutique, 5 Newbury St., on the ground floor of theRitz-Carlton Hotel, 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Modeled after the famed Chanel Boutique in Paris, the Bostonoutpost of this storied franchise offers a range of Chanel prod-ucts, including a line of clothing designed by Karl Lagerfeld, aswell as shoes, accessories, handbags and fragrances.

Ermenegildo Zegna, 39 Newbury St., 617-424-9300.Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Originally a small,family-run textile business transformed into a world leader inelegant men’s clothing, this Italian design house has focusedpassionately on quality since its founding in 1910. Today, Zegnais a fourth-generation, family-run enterprise that boasts a tradi-tion of designing and producing the finest in menswear by uti-lizing exclusive fabric designs. Zegna is also known for its vast,first-rate necktie selection.

The Hempest, 207 Newbury St., 617-421-9944. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. The Hempest offers quite possibly the largest selection of hemp clothing and accessoriesin the country.

John Fluevog, 302 Newbury St., 617-266-1079. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 1–6 p.m. This funky footwear retailer fea-tures shoes created by the maverick designer. His highly origi-nal creations range from mind-bending platforms to the classicblack boot and his tried-and-true “Angels,” placing him on thecutting edge of footwear design for both men and women. TheNewbury Street locale is the only place in Boston to find a widerange of his styles.

John Lewis, Inc., 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has been creating jewelry of imagi-native design in Boston’s Back Bay for more than 30 years.Using only solid precious metals and natural stones, he makesthe jewelry in his own workshop and signs it with the uniqueJohn Lewis trademark. His aim is “to make jewelry at a reason-able price, of excellent workmanship and uncommon beauty.”Jewelry designed by John Lewis is creative, professional andimpressive—a statement of good taste and a constant delightto the wearer.

A Knit and Needlepoint Store by Mary Jo Cole,11 Newbury St. (between Arlington and Berkeley streets),617-536-9338; fax 617-536-9333. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m.,Sun by chance. The fine art of handpainted needlepoint andgorgeous knitting yarns are showcased here. Individual instruc-tion is available at a moment’s notice from the knowledgeablestaff and there is never a charge for lessons when the project ispurchased here. Whatever your particular interest, Mary Jo Colehas a broad selection of patterns and materials from which tochoose. Also offering fine finishing. Visit the website atwww.needlepoint-boston.com.

Louis Boston, 234 Berkeley St., 617-262-6100. Mon 11a.m.–6 p.m., Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m.Housed in a historic Back Bay building that was once the NewEngland Museum of Natural History, this Boston institution is


Boston is a shopper’s paradise. You’ll dis-cover stores ranging from heavyweightslike Filene’s, Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenueand Giorgio Armani to unique, closet-sizedboutiques. Whether your tastes run toexclusive designer creations or the casual,country look, handmade furniture or thelatest electronic gadgetry, antique jewelryor superbly crafted leather goods, there’sa store to fulfill every shopper’s dream.The best way to grasp the city’s diversityis simply to explore. The following pagesdescribe the various shopping areas andprovide a taste of what they offer.

NEWBURY STREET

One of the most popular shopping areas in the city,Newbury Street is the home of exclusive designerboutiques and high-end fashion shops, numerous

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Solve your DENIM Dilemma by Marketa Hulpachova

G-STAR RAW DENIM, 248 Newbury St., 617-421-9555

Forget your portfolio, few investments pay off better than a pair of jeans that fit just the rightway. That helps explain the multitude of high-end denim stores that have sprouted in Boston

over the past year, like the Dutch-based G-Star Raw Denim. Located on the former site ofAllston Beat, the store fills “a gap within [Boston’s] men’s wear [scene],” says G-Star represen-tative Shayni Miller. An established entity in Europe, the line was popularized stateside bycelebrities like Vince Vaughn and Gwen Stefani. The minimalist, warehouse-like dungaree depotshowcases industrial, Motocross-inspired styles that come in all shapes and materials, from theclassic, non-distressed raw denim to corduroy, with prices ranging from $140–290 per pair.Though primarily a men’s store, G-Star also offers a women’s line, along with layer skirts, tops and jackets that resemble flight suits. “This is the first time Boston gets to see the full representation of the line,” says Miller. “And it’s a pretty stunning collection.”

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one of the most unique and influential clothing stores in theworld. It has maintained its cutting-edge allure by offeringupscale men’s fashions by a range of up-and-coming design-ers, as well as women’s fashions, bed and bath items, andhome accessories.

Marc Jacobs, 81 Newbury St., 617-425-0707. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. One of the country’s hottestdesigners has finally opened one of his outlets right here in theHub. This store specializes in Jacobs’ hip, retro-inspired ready-to-wear line as well as his fabulous accessories, shoes and men’s line.

MaxMara, 69 Newbury St., 617-267-9775. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Founded in 1951 and with more than1,000 stores worldwide, MaxMara is Italy’s largest women’sready-to-wear manufacturer. Its hallmarks are luxurious fabrics,stylish silhouettes and hand detailing. MaxMara embodies theprinciples of truly great Italian fashion—classic design and excellent quality.

Newbury Comics, 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. Mon–Thu 10a.m.–10:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Also:Government Center, 1 Washington Mall, 617-248-9992; 36 JFK St.(in the Garage Mall), Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-491-0337;211 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-491-7711. You’ll havea “wicked good time” at this upstart local chain of music stores,which offers hands-down the cheapest CDs in town, includingimport, domestic, independent and major label releases. It also fea-tures an array of T-shirts, comic books, jewelry and other pop cul-ture kitsch items.

Niketown, 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. An enormous temple to the Nike fran-chise, this sporting goods retailer proffers all things Nike, includingfootwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. The store featuresan homage to the Boston Marathon, seats from the old BostonGarden and autographed shoes from former Marathon championUta Pippig.

Pucker Gallery, 171 Newbury St., 617-267-9473. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Founded in 1967 as a showcasefor the talents of Israeli artists, the gallery has displayed and sold awide range of art across the United States, Canada and around theworld, including works by Chagall, Picasso and Hundertwasser.Recent special exhibits include the distinctive work of Samuel Bak and Brother Thomas.

Rugby, 342 Newbury St., 617-247-2801. Mon–Wed 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This casual clothingstore from Ralph Lauren features the latest in preppy couture, withedgy fashions aimed toward the college-aged set at prices lowerthan Lauren’s traditional Polo gear.

Small Pleasures, 142 Newbury St., 617-267-7371; 92 State St.,617-722-9932. Newbury Street: Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; StateStreet: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Specializing in antique jewelry andvintage watches, this unique store with locations in the Back Bayand the Financial District features watch brands like Rolex, Cartierand Tiffany and engagement rings from the 1920s, as well as cus-tom design and repair services, all in an intimate Art Deco setting.

The Society of Arts and Crafts, 175 Newbury St., 617-266-1810. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. The oldest

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The Heritage on the Garden, 300 Boylston St., 617-426-9500. Call for individual store hours. This residential/office/retailcomplex located alongside the Public Garden features a handfulof upscale retailers, including St. John Boutique, Sonia Rykiel,Escada, Hermes, Candela Spa and Anne Fontaine.

Lux Bond & Green, 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m. Since 1898, Lux Bond & Greenhas provided its customers with diamonds, gold jewelry, watch-es and giftware from around the world. The store offers a cor-porate gift division, bridal and gift registry, a full-service repairdepartment, gift certificates and elegant gift-wrapping.

Marshalls, 500 Boylston St., 617-262-6066. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; 350 Washington St., DowntownCrossing, 617-338-6205. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Sun 11a.m.–6 p.m. Its mantra “Brand name clothing for less” hasmade this discount retailer a bargain-hunter’s dream come true.From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls features designerclothing for men, women and children.

Restoration Hardware, 711 Boylston St., 617-578-0088.Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This unique hard-ware retailer features sleek, distinctive, high-quality items for thehome—from classic home furnishings to lighting and kitchenaccessories to garden supplies, tools, books, fixtures and otherunique devices. Each product is imbued with the store’s classicdesign, affordable pricing and whimsical product information.

Shreve, Crump & Low, 330 Boylston St., 617-267-9100.Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Serving Bostonians since 1796, thistried-and-true Boston institution boasts of being the oldest con-tinuously operating luxury business in the country. Its landmarkart deco store is filled with cases of glittering diamonds, fine jew-elry and watches. The galleries also offer silver, china, crystal,porcelain, stationery, furniture, antiques, giftware and much more.

The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 1-800-SHOP-PRU. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.Located in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay, The Shops atPrudential Center features over 75 shops and restaurantsincluding The Cheesecake Factory, Legal Sea Foods, Saks FifthAvenue, Ann Taylor, J. Jill and Alpha Omega Fine Jewelry andWatches. It is also home to the city’s best tourist destinations,including Boston Duck Tours, Beantown Trolley and Boston’stallest skyscraper observatory, the Skywalk View and Exhibit.

Simon’s Men’s Clothing, 220 Clarendon St., betweenNewbury and Boylston, 617-266-2345. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m.,Wed & Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This store has beenoffering fine men’s clothing at realistic prices for four genera-tions and is the oldest family-run men’s clothing store inBoston. Located just off Newbury Street in historic CopleySquare, Simon’s has both business and casual wear in classicand updated styles. Featuring quick, expert alterations for busytravelers, they can often do complete tailoring the same dayand ship anywhere in the world. Many of the thousands of stu-dents who graduate from colleges in Boston buy their first inter-view suits at Simon’s and continue to shop wherever they roamvia Simon’s extensive website, www.simonsclothing.com.

Tall Girl Shop, 211 Berkeley St. at Boylston St., 617-424-7164. Mon, Tue and Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Wed and Thu 10

nonprofit craft organization in the country, established in 1897.The Society specializes in contemporary American crafts, jewelry,furniture, glass and ceramics ranging from cutting edge to tradi-tional, and from functional to sculptural. In addition to the retailcrafts gallery, there is an exhibition gallery featuring four showseach year.

Urban Outfitters, 361 Newbury St., 617-236-0088. Mon–Thu10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun noon–8 p.m. Also:11 JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617-864-0070. Whereurban hipsters turn for a wide selection of funky men’s andwomen’s fashions, from cutting-edge independent designs to clothing staples. The store also features a wide array ofhousewares, shoes, accessories, gifts, books, cards and otherbric-a-brac.

Virgin Megastore, 360 Newbury St., 617-896-0950. Daily 10 a.m.–midnight. The British music retail heavyweight choseBoston for its 22nd North American location. Three levels andmore than 40,000 square feet of space feature thousands ofbooks, CDs, videos and DVDs, as well as interactive listeningkiosks and the Virgin Cafe on the top floor.

BACK BAY/BOYLSTON STREET

In the area framed by the Hynes Convention Centerat one end and the famed jewelers Shreve, Crump& Low, the beautiful Public Garden and the bustlingTheater District at the other, shoppers can findmany department stores, bookshops, florists, jewelers and restaurants.

Adesso, 200 Boylston St., 617-451-2212. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Adjoining Boston’s Four Seasons Hoteland across from the Public Garden is one of America’s leadingresources for beautifully designed furniture, lighting and acces-sories. Adesso imports and stocks a vast range of Europe’s finestdesigner products such as Ligne Roset, renowned for its beds,sofas and comfortable seating, and Alessi, famous for its stain-less-steel teakettles and serving pieces.

Crate & Barrel, 777 Boylston St., 617-262-8700. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Also: Faneuil Hall Marketplace,617-742-6025; 48 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-876-6300. Callfor other location hours. This fun yet sophisticated home fash-ions store features everything from kitchenware and furniture toflatware, glassware and bath and body accessories.

Copley Place, Copley Square, 617-369-5000. The magnificentCopley Place features more than 100 upscale stores, includingNeiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Gucci, BOSS Hugo Boss andWilliams-Sonoma. A variety of restaurants, including Legal SeaFoods, provide shoppers with many dining options. To receive afree Ultimate Shopping Excursions card, which offers savings atmany Copley Place shops as well as at a number of nearbytourist attractions, stop by one of the customer service kiosks.

Copley Square Farmers’ Market, Copley Square, along St.James Avenue (in front of Trinity Church), 781-893-8222. Tue &Fri 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Vendors from farms across the state ofMassachusetts sell homegrown fruits, vegetables, breads, flow-ers and more from their farms.

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Devonia Antiques, 43 Charles St., 2nd floor, 617-523-8313.Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–5 p.m., closed Wed & Sun. Perched on “AntiquesRow,” this unique, 1,200-foot showroom specializes in antiques forthe dining room, including an array of English porcelain, Europeanstemware circa 1880 and hand-painted cabinet plates.

Helen’s Leather, 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon, Wed, Fri &Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. ClosedTue. For more than 30 years, Helen’s Leather has been supplyingNew Englanders with one of the area’s largest selections of qualityWestern boots. Boot makers include Lucchese, Liberty, Tony Lama,Justin, Nocona and Frye. Along with the boots, Helen’s also has agreat selection of Western belts, buckles, shirts and Stetson hats,as well as a great selection of leather jackets and bags.

Koo de Kir, 34 Charles St., 617-723-8111. Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This sleek homegoods store exudes warmth and irreverence with its selection ofunique, fashionable home essentials, from serving trays andlamps to teapots and coffee mugs.

Moxie, 73 Charles St., Suite 1A, 617-557-9991. Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Thiscozy women’s footwear boutique features shoes from suchfashionable designers as Nicole Miller, L’Autre Chose, CynthiaRowley, Rafe and Isaac, as well as purses and handbags.

Wish, 49 Charles St., 617-227-4441. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m.,Thu ’til 8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Proving

a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. At Tall Girl,you’ll find an incredible selection of fashions for taller women ofall ages. Tall Girl fashions have been expertly proportioned to fitlong-limbed women of sizes 6–22.

The Tannery, 402 Boylston St., 617-267-0899. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–9p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Also: 11A Brattle St.,Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617 491-0810. Serving customerssince 1973, The Tannery is recognized as one of the world’s bestfootwear stores. With locations in both Boston and Cambridge, TheTannery offers customers 200 of the top name brands to choosefrom, including Birkenstocks, Dansko, Ecco and Clarks.

CHARLES STREET

Charles Street is the main commercial area of his-toric Beacon Hill. Brick sidewalks, gas-lit street-lamps, quaint stores, romantic restaurants andcozy cafes tucked away on every level of thebrownstones make this one of the most charmingareas in the city.

Black Ink, 101 Charles St., 617-723-3883; 5 Brattle St.,Cambridge, 617-497-1221. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sunnoon–6 p.m. Trendy knick-knacks, from silk change purses to sensual candles to sushi-eating accessories, and nostalgic memorabilia such as tin lunch boxes can be found at this quirky,fun gift shop.

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INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERYWorld Leading Collection of Original Vintage Posters

Internationally renowned collection of Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Avant-Garde posters from Italy, Switzerland, France, Holland, the Soviet Union and

more. Dating from 1890 to the present; subjects range from food and bever-ages, fashion and travel to war and propaganda. Special exhibitions through-

out the year. Visit the gallery online at www.internationalposter.com.

205 Newbury Street (between Exeter and Fairfield streets) — 617-375-0076

Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–6 p.m.

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MASSACHUSETTS ANTIQUES COOPERATIVE

More than 125 dealers of quality antiques and collectibles. “Adon’t-miss for lovers of antiques... everything you can think ofunder one roof.” (Where magazine) “The best of the suburbanlot!” (Yankee Magazine & Newsletter) “Browsers will find every-thing... [Shopping here is] like exploring a wonderful, clutteredattic...” (The Boston Globe Magazine). www.massantiques.com.

100 Felton Street, Waltham — 781-893-8893 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thu ’til 8 p.m.; closed Tue

Only 8 miles from Boston: Mass Pike (90) W; 128 N to Exit 26 (Rt. 20 E); right on Moody Street; right atFelton (first light).

THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTSContemporary American Craft

Ranging from functional to sculptural, SAC’s first floor gallery represents over 250 artists working in clay, glass, metal, wood and fiber from across

the United States. The second floor exhibition gallery features four curatedshows each year. www.societyofcrafts.org.

175 Newbury Street(between Dartmouth & Exeter Streets) — 617-266-1810

Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m.

Kimberly Keyworthsilver, gold and enamel pendant

more than 100 years ago, this behemoth Harvard Square land-mark offers a massive selection of books, reference materialsand periodicals, as well as the finest collection of Harvardinsignia merchandise.

The Garment District, 200 Broadway, Cambridge, 617-876-5230. Sun–Tue 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. A vintage clothing-lover’s paradise, this two-level thriftwarehouse is a local institution. The offerings include an array ofcorduroys, painter pants and vintage Levi’s; knock-off designerdresses; ironic old-school T-shirts; ’70s go-go boots; and morepolyester than at a convention of used-car salesmen. The ambi-tious (or desperate) among you can sift through the mounds ofclothing at the downstairs Dollar-A-Pound.

Stonestreets, 1276 Mass. Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge,617-547-3245. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.,Sun noon–6 p.m. This sophisticated men’s clothier is one of thearea’s most revered establishments. You’ll discover a casual-yet-refined collection of Italian and American designers. The knowl-edgeable staff will make sure that you find the proper garment,superbly tailored to your specifications.

Tower Records, 95 Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square, Cambridge,617-876-3377. Sun–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til mid-night. This music superstore features everything from CDs, tapesand records to videos, books and periodicals. Its music selectionruns the gamut from classical to country to current pop, rockand soul sounds.

CAMBRIDGE/HARVARD SQUARE

Home of Harvard’s hallowed halls, this eclectic neigh-borhood is the heart of Cambridge. This mecca ofstores includes an array of small bookshops, clothingstores, quaint coffee houses and restaurants.

Alpha Omega, 1380 Mass. Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge,617-864-1227. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 7 p.m., Sunnoon–6 p.m. Also: The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 BoylstonSt., 617-494-9030. Dedicated to the art of timekeeping, AlphaOmega is an authorized agent for more than 20 prestigious watchbrands including Akteo, Bertolucci, Breitling, Georg Jensen,Movado, Omega, Rado, Seiko, Alain Silberstein, TAG Heuer andRaymond Weil. Don’t miss the exceptional collection of jewels, goldand platinum treasures or the new and vintage Swatch collection.

CambridgeSide Galleria, 100 CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge,617-621-8666. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m.Conveniently located at the Lechmere stop on the Green Line, thisthree-level mall features department stores such as Filene’s, Searsand Best Buy, as well as more than 100 other stores and specialtyshops including the largest Gap in Boston, Abercrombie & Fitch, J.Crew, Old Navy, Borders, Victoria’s Secret and more.

The Coop at Harvard Square, 1400 Mass. Ave., Cambridge,617-499-2000. Harvard Book Building: Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–10p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Brattle/Palmer Building: Mon–Sat 9a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon–7 p.m. Founded by Harvard students


these unique stores, has been a driving force in the Asian fashionindustry for over 20 years. As a child, Kim was introduced to thefamily business of custom design in a small shop in Vietnam, andher motivation and passion for the industry has only grown withtime. Specializing in couture, Asian-inspired apparel for both menand women, Kim uses only the finest silks for each piece, withpainstaking attention to detail and overall fit.

Macy’s, 450 Washington St., 617-357-3195. Mon–Sat 9:30 a.m.– 8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This famous New York-based department giant features floor after floor of the latestculinary tools, bed and bath items, incredible gifts and thehottest fashions. Choose from your favorite designers—Polo,Liz Claiborne, Nautica, Jones New York and DKNY—or Macy’sexclusive labels.

T.J. Maxx, 350 Washington St., 617-695-2424. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This discount retaileroffers brand name and designer fashions for men, women,teens and kids, as well as accessories, fine jewelry and itemsfor the home. Prices are slashed 20 to 60% off most department store rates. T.J. Maxx offers current trends of the highest quality.

FANEUIL HALL MARKETPLACE

Quincy Market, the centerpiece of Faneuil HallMarketplace, was an early American marketplacefilled with food and produce vendors. Now it houses countless stores, restaurants and snackcounters. The North and South Markets are hometo more than 125 stores where shoppers indulge in everything from jewelry and clothes to flowersand art.

Bill Rodgers Running Center, 353 North Market Place,Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-723-5612. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8:45 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Owned by four-time BostonMarathon winner and legend Bill Rodgers, this footwear retailer is committed to helping runners of all levels choose the most suitable shoes, not just the bestselling or most expensive. Features include a vast selection of shoes,apparel and accessories along with an experienced,knowledgeable staff.

Haymarket, near Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall. Open Fri and Sat from dawn to dusk. A local institution, this open-air marketharkens back to the pre-supermarket days when Bostoniansbought their fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood and other food-stuffs from roadside stalls. Those pampered by the modern-day supermarket experience may experience culture shockfrom the loud and chaotic atmosphere and the throngs of shoppers, but the bargain prices are hard to beat and the character is distinctly old-school Boston.

Marketplace Center, located between Faneuil Hall and the Waterfront. Twenty-four distinctive shops surround an open court known as the Exedra, where you will always find a wide range of unusual pushcarts and entertainment events unique to this wonderful area. Within walking distance are literally hundreds of other shops, restaurants,pubs and nightspots.

you can find hip couture off Newbury Street, this fashion boutique is home to designers like Nanette Lapore, RebeccaTaylor and Jean Yu. The chic yet welcoming shop offers cashmere sweaters, pink chiffon dresses, rhinestone-detailedturtlenecks and beaded purses—all perfect for a night on the town.

DOWNTOWN CROSSING

Dynamic Downtown Crossing is jammed withstores and services of every conceivable nature.Streets are bricked over to form a pedestrian walk-way where cars are not permitted during businesshours. The area offers outdoor benches, streetvendors and fast-food eateries that create a con-venient shopping district.

The Corner Mall, corner of Winter and Washington streets.Open daily. One-stop shopping and eating in DowntownCrossing. Across from Filene’s Basement, you’ll find the lateststyles at a variety of exciting shops, from Discovery Imports andBath & Body Works to Lids and Aldo Shoe. In addition, theCorner Mall features an international food court offering eater-ies to please every palate, including Cafe La Brioche, SakkioJapan, India Express and Bourbon Street Cafe.

Eddie Bauer, 500 Washington St., 617-423-4722. Mon–Sat9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. This local outlet of therenowned Seattle-based chain offers seasonal collections offine-quality, casual apparel, footwear, travel gear and acces-sories for men and women, all at steep discounts from the reg-ular retail prices.

Filene’s, 426 Washington St., 617-357-2100. Mon–Sat 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Founded in Boston in1851, Filene’s is New England’s premier department store,offering six floors of apparel and accessories for the entire fam-ily. Discover the latest collections from renowned designerssuch as Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and TommyHilfiger as well as cosmetics and fragrances from Chanel andLancôme and bed and bath products by Laura Ashley and Croscill.

Filene’s Basement, 426 Washington St., 617-542-2011.Mon–Fri 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. There are certain “musts” for visitors to Boston: a ride on the Swan Boats, a tour of the Freedom Trail and a shoppingtrip to Filene’s Basement. For more than 90 years, theBasement has provided Boston shoppers with terrific bargains.The store’s automatic markdown system guarantees that the longer the item remains on the selling floor, the greater the discount.

H & M, 350 Washington St., 617-482-7081. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This youthful, cutting-edgeEuropean department store opened its Boston outpost in 2001.Its mantra of “fashion and quality at the best price” translatesto inexpensive, trendy clothes for men and women. H & Mscours the globe in search for the freshest, most up-to-datefashion trends in color, material and style.

Kim’s Fashion Design, 12 Kneeland St., Chinatown, 617-426-5740. Daily noon–6 p.m. Kim Pham, owner and seamstress of

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African Meeting House F9 100Arlington Street Church G8Back Bay Station J7Bank of America Pavilion K14 115Berklee College of Music H5 102Berklee Performance Center H5Black Falcon Cruise Port L15Black Heritage Trail – – – F9 103Boston Center for the Arts J8 104Boston City Hall F10Boston Common G9Boston Convention & Exhibition Ctr. K13Boston Design Center K15Boston Massacre Site G11Boston Public Library H6Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum J12 105Boston University G2Bunker Hill Monument B9Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map) C10Central Burying Ground H9Charles Playhouse J9Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C11Cheers Bar G8Children’s Museum J12 106Christian Science Center J5 107Christopher Columbus Park F12Citgo sign G3Colonial Theatre H9Conference Center at Harvard Medical J2 108Copley Place J7 109Copley Square H7Copley Theatre H7Copps Hill Burial Ground E11 110Custom House Tower G12 111Cutlter Majestic Theatre H9Downtown Crossing H10Emerald Necklace J1-J11Emerson College H9 112Emmanuel College J2 113Exchange Conference Ctr. J15 114Faneuil Hall G11Fenway Park H3Freedom Trail • • • • • G9 117Government Center G10Granary Burial Ground G10 118Hatch Memorial Shell F7Haymarket (Open-air market) F11Horticultural Hall J5 119Huntington Theatre Co./BU Theatre K5Hynes Convention Center H5Information Centers:

Boston Common G9 117Prudential Center H6 120National Park Service G11 121Logan Airport (Terminals A & E) F16,G16 122

Institute of Contemporary Art H5 123International Place H12 124Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum K3 125JFK Federal Building F10 126JFK Library L10 127John Hancock Tower H7 128Jordan Hall K5Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center K7 129Joseph Moakley Courthouse J13Kenmore Square G3Kings Chapel & Burial Gr. G10 130Lansdowne Street H4 135Louisburg Square F8 136Mass. College of Art K3 137Museum of Afro-American History F9 100Museum of Fine Arts K4 138Museum of Science D8 139New England Aquarium G13New England Conservatory of Music K5 140New Old South Church G6 141North Station D9Northeastern University K4 142

Old City Hall G10 143Old Corner Bookstore G10 144Old North Church E11 145Old South Meeting House G10 146Old State House G11 147The Opera House H9 148Park Street Church G10 149Park Street Station G9 150Paul Revere House E11 151Paul Revere Mall E12 152Post Office Square G11 153Prudential Center H6 120The Public Garden (Swan Boats) G8Quincy Market G11 154Robert Gould Shaw Memorial G9 155Rowes Wharf H13Shubert Theatre J9Sightseeing boats G13Simmons College K3 156South Station Information Center J11 157State House G9Suffolk University F9 158Symphony Hall J5 159TD Banknorth Garden E10 116Tip O’Neill Building E9 160Transportation Building H9Trinity Church G7 161USS Constitution (Charlestown map) D10USS Constitution Museum D10Wang Center for the Performing Arts J9 162Wheelock College J2 163Wilbur Theatre J9World Trade Center J14Zoo New England/Franklin Park Zoo L6 164

CAMBRIDGE MAPCambridge City Hall C4CambridgeSide Galleria D7Harvard Art Museums-Fogg/Sackler B3 165Harvard Museum of Natural History A3 166Harvard Square B2Harvard University B2MIT E5

HEALTHCAREBeth Israel Deaconess Med. Ctr. J2 180Boston Medical Center L8 181Brigham & Women’s Hosp. K1 182Children’s Hospital K2 183Dana Farber Cancer Institute K1 184Harvard School of Public Health L2 185Joslin Diabetes Center K1 184Longwood Medical area K2Mass. Eye & Ear Infirmary E8 186Mass. General Hospital E8 187New England Baptist Hosp. L1 188New England Med. Ctr. J9 189Spaulding Rehabilitation Hosp. D9 190

BOSTON LODGINGBest Western Boston K1Best Western Roadhouse Suites L8Best Western Terrace Inn G1Boston Harbor Hotel G12Boston Marriot/Copley Place J7Boston Marriot/Long Wharf F12Boston Park Plaza H8Brookline Courtyard by Marriott H1The Bulfinch Clarion Hotel E9Charlesmark Hotel H7Club Quarters G11The Colonnade J6Comfort Inn & Suites Boston/Airport D16Copley Square Hotel H7Days Inn Boston B1Doubletree Club Hotel Boston Bayside L9Doubletree Club Hotel Boston Downtown J9Doubletree Guests Suites E1

Eliot Suite Hotel H4Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport E15The Fairmont Copley Plaza H7Fifteen Beacon Street G9Four Seasons Hotel H8Hampton Inn, Crosstown Center L7The Harborside Inn G12Hilton Boston Back Bay H5Hilton Boston Logan Airport F16Holiday Inn Express L9Holiday Inn/Logan Airport D16Holiday Inn/Brookline H1Holiday Inn Select/Government Center F9Holiday Inn/Somerville A6Hotel Buckminster G3Hotel Commonwealth G4Howard Johnson Lodge H3Hyatt Harborside Hotel H15Hyatt Regency Boston, Financial District H10John Hancock Conference Center H7Jurys Boston H8Langham Hotel, Boston G11Lenox Hotel H6Marriott Courtyard H7Marriott’s Custom House G12Marriott Quincy L9The Midtown Hotel J6Millennium Bostonian Hotel F11Milner Hotel H9NINE ZERO Hotel G10Omni Parker House G10Onyx Hotel E10Radisson Hotel H8Ramada Inn Boston L9Residence Inn by Marriott on Tudor Wharf D10Ritz Carlton Boston Common H10Ritz Carlton Hotel G8Seaport Hotel K14Sheraton Boston H6Tage Inn Boston/Somerville A7Tremont House J9Westin Hotel/Copley Plaza J7Wyndham Boston Hotel G12Wyndham Chelsea A12

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Andy Warhol and Barbara Kruger; Momentum 4: Roe Ethridge,the New-York based photographer explores genre and narrative;On view at the Charlestown Navy Yard—The Secret Ark of IconPark, an installation by Jerry Beck.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 280 The Fenway, 617-566-1401. Open Tue–Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $10;weekends $11; seniors $7; students with I.D. $5; children(under 18) free. Visitors named Isabella are admitted free.Commissioned by Boston aristocrat Isabella Stewart Gardnerand modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palace, the museumexhibits 2,500 objects, including the works of Rembrandt,Botticelli, Raphael, Titian and Matisse.

John F. Kennedy Library and Museum, off MorrisseyBoulevard, next to UMass Boston, Dorchester, 877-616-4599.www.jfklibrary.org. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $10;students & seniors $8; children (13–17) $7; children (under 12)free. This museum portrays Kennedy’s life, leadership and lega-cy in 21 exhibits, three theaters, 20 video presentations andmore. Special exhibits: JFK in World War II, featuring a selectionof materials from JFK’s military service in the South Pacific;Presents for a President and a First Lady, a display of 65 stategifts presented to the President and Mrs. Kennedy by foreignleaders from around the world.

Larz Anderson Auto Museum, Larz Anderson Park,15 NewtonSt., Brookline, 617-522-6547. Open Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Admission: $5; students, seniors and children (6–18) $3; children (5 and under) free. Admission to the Lawn events: $7;children $5. Fee includes admission to all museum exhibits. Theoldest collection of historic automobiles in the nation is displayedin the owner’s original home. Special exhibit: L’automobile—ACentury of Innovation and Style celebrates the French automo-bile industry. Lawn events: Sep 10—PorscheFest2005; Sep 11—Mercedes-Benz Day.

McMullen Museum of Art, Boston College, 140 CommonwealthAve., Chestnut Hill, 617-552-8100. Open Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–3 p.m.,Sat noon–5 p.m. Beginning Sep 4—Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–4 p.m.,Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Free admission. Gallery tours held everyFri at 12:30 p.m. This museum is lauded for presenting interdis-ciplinary exhibits that spark new questions and is renowned forits European, Asian and American collections. Special exhibit:The Power of Conversation, Jewish Women and their Salons.

The Museum of Afro-American History, African MeetingHouse, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon Hill, 617-725-0022. www.afroammuseum.org. Open Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m.Free admission; donations welcome. Explore the history ofBoston’s 19th-century African-American community at theAfrican Meeting House, the oldest African-American church stillstanding in the United States. In addition, there are tour mapsavailable for the Black Heritage Trail. Special exhibit: Words ofThunder: William Lloyd Garrison and the Ambassadors ofAbolition, celebrating the life, achievements and challenges offamed Boston abolitionist William Lloyd Garrison.

The Museum of the National Center of Afro-AmericanArtists, 300 Walnut Ave., Roxbury, 617-442-8614. OpenTue–Sun 1–5 p.m.; by appointment for groups. Admission: $4;students & seniors $3. Housed in the former Oak Bend Mansion,


Commonwealth Museum, Massachusetts Archives Building,220 Morrissey Blvd., 617-727-9268. Mon–Fri from 9 a.m.–5p.m., second and fourth Sat of the month ’til 3 p.m. (except hol-iday weekends). Free admission. Across from the JFK Library,this museum houses the collection of the MassachusettsArchives and is ideal for fans of history or genealogy. Specialexhibits: John Adams: Atlas of American Independence;Archaeology of the Central Artery Project: Highway to the Past.

Gibson House Museum, 137 Beacon St., 617-267-6338. OpenWed–Sun for guided tours at 1, 2 & 3 p.m. Admission: $7; stu-dents & seniors $5; children $2. A National Historic Landmark,the Gibson House, completed in 1860, is an unspoiled, single-family Victorian row house in the Back Bay. Now a museumoffering guided tours of its four floors, the house retains a per-fectly preserved 19th century kitchen, scullery, butler’s pantryand water closets, as well as formal rooms and private familyquarters filled with the Gibsons’ original furniture and personalpossessions. Special exhibit: Treasures from the Gibson HouseMuseum, drawings by Nan Freeman.

Institute of Contemporary Art, 955 Boylston St., 617-266-5152.Open Tue, Wed & Fri noon–5 p.m., Thu ’til 9 p.m.; Sat & Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7; students & seniors $5; children(under 12) free; Thu 5–9 p.m. free. Installations of contemporarypaintings, sculptures and photographs change regularly. Specialexhibits: through Sep 5—Getting Emotional, expressive artworkby 32 international artists, including Nan Goldin, John Currin,

Take FLIGHT by Josh B. Wardrop

They soar above the world, taking wing onthe shifting breezes of their domain, the

skies. As skittish as they are delicate, birdsrarely allow us the opportunity to get closeenough to really examine their beauty, theirunique coloring or the individual personalitiesand habits of different breeds. That ephemeralquality that birds possess makes the works ofartist David Allen Sibley all the more impressive.For more than 35 years he has been applyinghis artistic talent to bringing birds to life fornature lovers and art enthusiasts alike. Nowthrough January 1, the Concord Museum is hosting an exhibition dedicated to Sibley’spaintings of American kestrels, bluebirds, oys-tercatchers and so many more. David Sibley’sBirds also celebrates the fifth anniversary ofThe National Audubon Society’s Sibley Guide to Birds, the result of 15 years of research anddevelopment by Sibley himself. Besides Sibley’sexquisitely detailed drawings, “Birds” alsoincludes sketches, photographs and notes thatwent into his research. Refer to listing, page 46.

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Boston Children’s Museum, Museum Wharf, 300 CongressSt., 617-426-8855. Open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m.Admission: $9; children (2–15) & seniors $7; children (one-year-olds only) $2; children (under 1) free; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night)$1. The museum features a variety of educational and entertain-ing activities for children, including interactive exhibits that allowchildren to learn about science, history and culture through ahands-on experience. Special exhibits: Pattern Wizardry exploresthe wonderland of colors, shapes and sound; Adventures withClifford The Big Red Dog; Boats Afloat allows kids to exploreurban water environments; Boston Black: A City Connects cele-brates Boston’s many black cultures; Grandparent’s Attic is afantastic journey that brings together cultures and generations;beginning Sep 10—Amazing Castle, an enchanting world wherepeople travel on horseback and dragons protect castles. Refer toKids Corner in Currently for special events.

Boston CityPass, www.citypass.com. Visit six of Boston’s best attractions for one low price. Save 50 percent and avoid ticket lines. Booklet price: $39; youth (3–11) $19.50. Ticket booklets are available at the first attraction visited and are valid for a year. The CityPass ticket booklet includes admission to sixmajor attractions: the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum,New England Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts, Museum ofScience, Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center andHarvard Museum of Natural History.

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dents with I.D. $7; children (6–17) $5; family rates available.Ample free parking on Cambridge Turnpike. Relive Concord’shistory, from Native American habitation and European settlementto the days of Emerson, Thoreau, the Alcotts and Hawthorne.Special exhibit: David Sibley’s Birds, refer to story, page 44.

DeCordova Museum and Sculpture Park, 51 Sandy PondRoad, Lincoln, 781-259-8355. Museum: Tue–Sun 11 a.m.–5p.m. Admission: $6; seniors, students & children (6–12) $4.Beginning Sep 9—Admission: $9; seniors, students & children(6–12) $6. Sculpture Park: open sunrise to sunset, free admis-sion. Museum building closed for renovation until Sep 9.Tour one of the largest contemporary art museums and the onlypermanent public sculpture park in New England. Specialexhibits: Abstract Elements: The Dr. Beatrice H. BarrettCollection of Art; beginning Sep 10—Saga: The Journey ofArno Rafael Minkkinen, Photographs 1970-2005.

National Heritage Museum, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington,781-861-6559. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m. Freeadmission. Devoted to presenting exhibitions on American histo-ry and popular culture as a way of preserving our national her-itage. Special exhibits: Blue Monday: Doing Laundry in America;Old Glory: July 1942 Magazine Covers; Teenage Hoboes in theGreat Depression: Materials from the Uys Family Collection.

Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, Salem,866-745-1876. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $13; seniors$11; students $9; children (16 and under) free. The nation’s

oldest continually operating museum boasts a brand-new wing with a 190-seat auditorium and a glass-covered atrium.The collection showcases African, Asian, Pacific Island andAmerican folk and decorative art; a maritime collection datingback to the museum’s earliest days; and the first collection ofNative American art in the hemisphere. Special exhibits: All of My Life, contemporary works by Native American artists; In Nature’s Company; Air Lines; Yin Yu Tang, the 16-bedroomhome of a prosperous Chinese merchant of the Qing Dynasty(1644–1911), ticketed separately: $4; The Kingdom of Siam,The Art of Central Thailand 1350–1800; beginning Sep 9—Display of a Bengali Scroll, by artist Maduhusudan Chitrakar,recounting the tragedy of 9/11; through Sep 5 —The Art ofShopping in China. Special events: Sep 11 from 1–4 p.m.—View the Faith Quilts Project, with quiltmaker Clara Wainwright.

The Rose Art Museum, Brandeis University, 415 South St.,Waltham, 781-736-3434. Tue–Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission:$3; museum members and children (under 16) free. The Roseboasts a collection of modern and contemporary art by artistsincluding de Kooning, Rauschenberg and Warhol.

Salem Witch Museum, 191/2 Washington Square North,Salem, 978-744-1692. Daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Admission:$6.50; seniors $6; children (6–14) $4.50. Life-size stage set-tings and historically accurate narration recreate the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 1692. Translationsavailable in Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish.Special exhibit: Witches: Evolving Perceptions.


squares. The Cambridge Discovery Booth locatedat the Harvard Square “T” entrance provides additional information. Please note that numberedsites correspond to the map of Harvard Square onpage 36.

Busch-Reisinger Museum (9), Werner Otto Hall, 32 QuincySt. (enter through the Fogg Art Museum), 617-495-9400. OpenMon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Tours: Mon–Fri at 1p.m. Admission: $6.50; seniors & college students $5; children(under 18) free; free Sat 10 a.m. A museum devoted to promot-ing the enjoyment and critical understanding of Central andNorthern European artists, with an emphasis on German-speak-ing countries. Special exhibit: Extra Ordinary Every Day: TheBauhaus at the Busch-Reisinger.

Fogg Art Museum (10), Quincy and Broadway streets, 617-495-9400. Tours: Mon–Fri at 11 a.m.; see Busch-Reisinger Museumfor hours and admission fees. The museum displays European andAmerican masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the present andhosts concerts and guided tours. Special exhibits: American Art atHarvard; 18th Century European Ceramics Painting; A New Kind ofHistorical Evidence: Photographs from the Carpenter Center Collection.

Harvard Museum of Natural History (12), 26 Oxford St.,617-495-3045. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; collegestudents & seniors $6; children (3–18) $5; free Sun 9 a.m.–noon and Wed 3–5 p.m. Among the museum’s 17 galleries isthe internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of Blaschka GlassModels of Plants, a unique collection of over 3,000 glass flowermodels created between 1886 and 1936. Special exhibits: Dodos,Trilobites & Meteorites: Treasures of Nature and Science at Harvard;Thoreau’s Walden: A Journey in Photographs by Scot Miller.

MIT List Visual Arts Center, 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680.Tue–Sun noon–6 p.m.; Fri ’til 8 p.m. Free admission. One ofBoston’s premier showcases for contemporary art, the ListCenter reflects MIT’s position as a cutting-edge research insti-tution by presenting works from the world’s leading contempo-rary artists. Special exhibits: beginning Sep 6—Student LoanArt Program Exhibition and Lottery; through Sep 9—Media TestWall features videos by Oliver Herring.

The MIT Museum, 265 Mass. Ave., 617-253-4444. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $5; students, seniors & youth (5–18) $2. Exhibits interpret themesand ideas related to MIT research and activities.

Sackler Museum (11), Quincy and Broadway streets, 617-495-9400. Tours: Mon–Fri at 2 p.m.; see Busch-Reisinger Museumfor hours and admission fees. Designed by James Stirling, Britain’sfamous post-modernist architect, the museum houses ancientOriental and Islamic collections. Special exhibits: Forging the New:East Asian Painting in the 20th Century; Degas at Harvard, a displayof Harvard University’s collection of paintings, drawings, scuptures,and photographs by renowned artist Edgar Degas; Silver andShawls: India, Europe, and the Colonial Art Market.

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Concord Museum, 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978-369-9763. Mon–Sun 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $8; seniors & stu-

a neo-Gothic structure built in the early 1870s, this museum holdsa slide archive and an extensive collection of African artifacts,prints and drawings, and hosts national and international traveling exhibits.

Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300.Open Sat–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri 10 a.m.–9:45 p.m.(Thu & Fri after 5 p.m., west wing only). Admission (includes twovisits in a 10-day period): $15; college students & seniors $13;Thu & Fri after 5 p.m., $2 discount; Wed after 4 p.m., pay as youwish; children (under 18) $6.50 on weekdays before 3 p.m., freeat all other times. Separate ticketing for Gund Gallery exhibit.The museum houses an outstanding collection of paintings, prints,sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from ancient timesthrough the present, and boasts the most comprehensive collectionof Asiatic art in the world. Special exhibits: Sounds of the Silk Road,musical instruments of Asia; American West: Dust and Dreams; AMuch Recorded War: The Russo-Japanese War in History andImagery; Ansel Adams, American photographer; beginningAug 31—Things I Love: The Many Collections of William I. Koch.

Museum of Science, Science Park, 617-723-2500. Open dailyfrom 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors $12;children (3–11) $11; children (under 3) free. Planetarium, lasershow and Omni theater tickets: $8.50; seniors $7.50; children(3–11) $6.50. Combination ticket prices and evening discountsavailable. Interactive science exhibits, plus laser and astronomyshows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium. Special exhibits: Brain:The World Inside Your Head, a traveling exhibit presenting thelatest research on the brain; Beyond the X-Ray; Butterfly Garden,ticketed separately: $4; Playing by the Rules: Fish, Fads andFireflies. At the Mugar Omni Theater: Summer of Adventure FilmSeries: Mystery of the Nile; Everest; Shackleton’s Antarctic Adventure;Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West; Coral Reef Adventure. Referto Currently section under Film for complete Mugar Omni Theaterlistings. Showing at the Planetarium: Countdown to Supernova.At the Wright 3D Theater: Blue Magic; Bugs!

Sports Museum of New England, 5th and 6th floor premiumseating levels, TD Banknorth Garden, Causeway Street, 617-624-1234. Open daily 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission on the houronly, until 3 p.m. Hours altered during TD Banknorth Gardenevents, call ahead. Admission: $6; seniors & children (6–17) $4;children (under 6) free. The Sports Museum showcases the richsports heritage of New England through an unparalleled collec-tion of artifacts, multimedia and works of art. Exhibits includethe Boston Bruins Hall of Fame portraits, the Boston GardenPenalty Box, New England’s Olympic Heroes and much more.

U.S.S. Constitution Museum, Charlestown Navy Yard,Charlestown, 617-426-1812. Open daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Freeadmission. The museum preserves the treasures of “OldIronsides,” the U.S. Navy’s flagship and the world’s oldest com-missioned warship. Includes weapons, documents, journals andmore. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to load and fire a can-non, try out a sailor’s sleeping quarters and virtually commandthe Constitution in battle.

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Cambridge. This city on the other side of the Charles River ishome to two world-renowned institutions of higher learning:Harvard University, the oldest college in the country, and theMassachusetts Institute of Technology. A bastion of American liberalism, Cambridge is also known for its diverse squares—Harvard, Central, Kendall, Porter and Inman—which boast aflock of cultural, historic, shopping and dining attractions.

Charlestown. This neighborhood’s legacy dates back to theRevolutionary War, when it was the site of the Battle of BunkerHill. The battle is memorialized by the Bunker Hill Monument, atowering white obelisk overlooking the harbor. Charlestown alsohosts the U.S.S. Constitution, which is docked at the BostonNational Historical Park. Long considered an insular Irish com-munity, Charlestown has grown more diverse thanks to realestate developers and the opening of several popular bars andrestaurants, such as Todd English’s landmark eatery, Olives.

Chinatown. Once regarded as a pale version of the Chinatownsin New York and San Francisco, Boston’s focal point for Asianand Asian-American culture contains a wealth of shops sellingAsian imports and groceries, as well as countless eateries offer-ing regional cuisine and late hours, making it one of the bestplaces to go for an after-midnight meal.

Downtown/Financial District. One of Boston’s most activeurban centers, this area encompasses Government Center, theFinancial District, Downtown Crossing and the newly dubbed

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FLYING High Again by Marketa Hulpachova

It may be primarily popular among kindergartners,but Greg Lamoureux, owner of Sea Side Kites in

Hull, swears that kite flying transcends age limits.“Anybody can enjoy flying a kite,” he says. “Age isnot a factor.” Throughout history, kites have beenused to besiege fortresses and “discover” electrici-ty. But there’ll only be fun on the agenda when youcome celebrate this 2,000-year-old pastime at theBoston Harbor Islands Kite Festival onGeorge’s Island, Sep 3 and 4, from 10 a.m to 4p.m. Kites of all styles, shapes, and sizes will be ondisplay—from the single-string flag to the life-sized,multi-string pickup truck. Don’t own a kite? A work-shop with Sea Side Kites will teach you how tomake one out of kitchen supplies. And if your cre-ation doesn’t catch the wind, you can still partici-pate in the kite candy drop, watch kite artists per-form aerial stunts and cheer for extreme kiteboard-ers from the Hooley kiteboarding school as theycruise around Boston Harbor. So this Labor Dayweekend, when someone advises you to go fly akite, don’t get offended. Refer to listing, page 23.

NEIGHBORHOODS

Back Bay. Once a low-lying harbor basin flooded at high tide,the Back Bay was transformed by the massive landfill projects ofthe 19th century. The project took some 50 years to complete,but the result was one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in theworld. Marked by its regal brownstones, tree-lined thoroughfaresand alphabetically arranged street names, the Back Bay is hometo Newbury Street (“the East Coast’s own Rodeo Drive”), CopleySquare and the Boston Public Library.

Beacon Hill. The Hub’s reputation as one of the most Europeanof American cities is most likely earned by the neighborhood ofBeacon Hill. Louisburg Square takes you back to London circa1600, and the area’s narrow cobblestone streets, brownstonesand gas-lit streetlamps all add to its “old world” charm. BeaconHill boasts the quaint shops of Charles Street, the nearby BostonCommon and the Massachusetts State House with its eye-catch-ing golden dome.

Brookline. The birthplace of former President John F. Kennedy,this Green Line-accessible borough, which is practically part of Boston, has also spawned such prominent personalities as Mike Wallace of “60 Minutes” fame and late night talk showkingpin Conan O’Brien. It is also home to the art-house moviepalace Coolidge Corner Theatre, a wide range of dining options and bucolic Larz Anderson Park, which contains an auto museum.

humongous roller coasters, water rides and more—including theSuperman: Ride of Steel and the brand-new Mr. Six’sPandemonium.

CRUISES

Bay State Cruise Company, 200 Seaport Blvd. at the WorldTrade Center, 877-PT-FERRY. Visit www.provincetownfastferry.comor call for ticket prices, reservations and departure times. Enjoyfast or traditional ferry service daily from Boston to Provincetownaboard the new and sleek Provincetown III.

Boston Harbor Cruises, One Long Wharf, 617-227-4321. Callfor reservations and departure times. Boston’s oldest and largestcruise company has something for everyone. Whether it’s NewEngland’s only three-hour, high-speed catamaran whale watch, asunset or lunch cruise, a historic sightseeing tour or a visit toBoston’s unique Harbor Islands, BHC’s variety of cruises and conven-ient scheduling make it easy to fit a harbor cruise into your plans.

Charles River Boat Tours, depart from CambridgeSide Galleriaand The World Trade Center, 617-621-3001. Call for full scheduleand ticket prices. Enjoy daily 60-minute sightseeing tours of Bostonand Cambridge along the Charles River, or venture out into BostonHarbor for a view of the city. Private charters also available.

Gondola di Venezia Tours, Charles River Esplanade, 866-2-VENICE. Tours: Wed–Sun 2–11 p.m. Tickets: Traditional Tours

District, including Fish Pier, contains seafood restaurants, theWorld Trade Center Boston and the new Boston Convention andExhibition Center. But the heart of “Southie” is its boisterous Irishcommunity, which hosts a renowned annual St. Patrick’s Dayparade along Broadway.

South End. Every city has a neighborhood that is a locus for cut-ting-edge art and culture. In New York, it’s SoHo. In San Francisco,it’s the Haight. In Boston, it’s the South End. Brimming with artgalleries, unique shops, bookstores and some of the hottestrestaurants in the city, the South End is definitely where it’s at.

AMUSEMENT PARKS

5Wits, 186 Brookline Ave., 617-375-WITS. Sun & Mon 11a.m.–8 p.m., Wed & Thu 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri & Sat 11 a.m. tomidnight. Tickets: $12–20. Combining the appeals of themeparks, museums and haunted houses, 5Wits provides visitorswith action-packed interactive game-play and puzzle-solvingactivities. Current show: Tomb, which allows players to journeyto the center of a buried pharaoh’s final resting place, facingchallenges and obstacles along the way.

Six Flags New England, 1623 Main St. (Rte. 159 South),Agawam, 413-786-9300. Open daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Tickets:$41.99, seniors $26.99, kids $25.99; after 4 p.m., $24.99. Partof one of the nation’s top amusement park chains, Six Flags NewEngland is the region’s largest option for thrills and chills from


has changed the face of the neighborhood, the North End is stillhome to the best Italian dining in the city. The Old North Church,the Paul Revere House and Copp’s Hill Burial Ground—all ofwhich are stops on the Freedom Trail—are located here.

Roxbury is one of the city’s earliest settlements, founded byEnglish colonists in 1630. Today, it is the heart of Boston’s African-American community and is home to such landmarks as MissionChurch, a massive, Romanesque-style basilica built in 1876;Franklin Park, a vast greenspace designed by famed landscapearchitect Frederick Law Olmsted that contains a zoo and golfcourse; and the Museum of the National Center for Afro-AmericanArtists, which displays a wide range of works by black artists.

Somerville. Just northeast of Cambridge, the city of Somervillehas long attracted students, artists and musicians with its lowrents, proximity to Tufts and Harvard universities and easyaccess to the “T,” adding a creative flair to this traditionally blue-collar area. Activity focuses around two commercial centers,Union and Davis squares, which feature a wide array of ethnicrestaurants, cafes, galleries and shops.

South Boston. “Southie,” as this neighborhood is commonlycalled, is a community bordered by Boston Harbor, the FinancialDistrict and Dorchester. The popular recreational spot CastleIsland is home to historic Fort Independence. The Fort PointChannel area is known as an artists’ enclave and is also home tothe Boston Children’s Museum. The fast-developing Seaport

Ladder District, an area known for its wide array of bars andrestaurants that cater to the after-work and pre-theater crowds.Downtown Crossing is a blend of commerce and culture, withstreet vendors and shopping at department stores like Macy’s andthe world-famous Filene’s Basement standing alongside historicalsites such as the Old South Meeting House and Old City Hall.Government Center, home to the current City Hall and its sur-rounding Plaza, lies adjacent to historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

The Fenway. Named for the Fens, the green parkland that windsits way through the neighborhood, the Fenway is home to FenwayPark, the legendary ballpark that hosts Beantown’s beloved RedSox. It is also a mecca of clubs (on Lansdowne Street), sports barsand restaurants. Several of the city’s prominent cultural institu-tions, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella StewartGardner Museum and Symphony Hall, are located nearby.

Jamaica Plain. One of the city’s most diverse areas, “J.P.” con-tains thriving Latin-American, African-American, Irish and gaycommunities and is home to Jamaica Pond and ArnoldArboretum, two of the city’s finest green spaces. Once a “coun-try resort” area for Boston Brahmins, the neighborhood boastsstriking 19th-century mansions on the streets closest to thePond and eclectic shops and restaurants along Centre Street.

North End. Boston’s own “Little Italy,” the North End’s uniquelyEuropean character is exemplified by narrow streets, cobble-stone sidewalks and brick rowhouses. Although gentrification

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Blast to the PAST by Matt Karr

It’s no surprise to Bostonians that the local PBS affiliate airs a bevy of programs dedicated to thehunt for the perfect antique—for more than 40 years, we’ve seen those obsessed with all things old

and unusual storm the south central border of the state in search of the ideal treasure at TheBrimfield Antiques & Collectibles Show, which is held this summer from Sep 6–11. Since 1959,this six-day-long fair has attracted droves of visitors to a mile-long stretch of Brimfield, Mass., just offthe Mass Pike along Route 20, temporarily ballooning the quaint little town’s population of 3,000 tomore than 30,000—and that’s not even counting the more than 5,000 antiques dealers who set upshop there. From dawn ’til dusk, fair-goers from all over the world create a carnival-like atmosphere,where shopping, food and fun abound. Nearby shippers are available to transport your purchases totheir new homes, and porters can help you carry those larger finds. With this display of tradition youcan blast into the past, and even take some history home with you. Refer to listing, page 23.

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Bunker Hill Pavilion, Boston National Historical Park VisitorsCenter, Charlestown, 617-242-5601. Located yards from theU.S.S. Constitution. Visitor center and bookstore open daily 9a.m.–5 p.m. Monument open daily from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Freeadmission. Check out “Whites of Their Eyes,” a dramatic multi-media presentation of the Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the firstmajor battles of the Revolution. Or climb the nearby Bunker HillMonument, a 221-foot granite obelisk.

Custom House Tower, 3 McKinley Square, 617-310-6300. Freehistorical tours daily at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tours may be can-celled due to weather conditions, call ahead. Boston’s first sky-scraper, the Custom House stands high over Boston Harbor asone of the city’s most impressive landmarks. Crowned by its dis-tinctive clock tower and restored with modern luxuries, thebuilding epitomizes the preservation of Boston’s historic archi-tecture. Today, the Marriott Corporation operates this landmark.

The First Church of Christ Scientist, 175 Huntington Ave.,617-450-3790. Services: Sun at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed atnoon and 7:30 p.m. The original Mother Church built in 1894 isat the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on 14 acresin the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made from NewHampshire granite with stained glass windows illustratingBiblical events. Also see listing for the Mary Baker Eddy Library.

Forest Hills Cemetery, 95 Forest Hills Ave., 617-524-0128.Open daily from dawn to dusk. Created in 1848, this cemeteryserves as the final resting place of Eugene O’Neill, Anne Sexton,e.e. cummings, William Lloyd Garrison and former Boston CelticReggie Lewis. The 275 acres of twisting paths also containsculptural treasures, an arboretum, a “library” of life stories andan open-air museum.

Harrison Gray Otis House, 141 Cambridge St., 617-227-3956.Tours: Wed–Sun 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. every 30 minutes. Admission:$8; seniors $4; students $2.50; free for kids, Historic NewEngland members and Boston residents. Built in 1796 forHarrison Gray Otis and his wife, Sally, this grand mansion is abrilliant example of high-style Federal elegance. Tours offerinsight into the social, business and family life of the post-Revolution American elite.

John F. Kennedy National Historic Site, 83 Beals St., Brookline,617-566-7937. Open Wed–Sun 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Admission: $3;children (17 and under) free. Guided tours every half-hour. Thismodest frame house is the well-preserved 1917 birthplace andchildhood home of the 35th president of the United States, andalso the first home shared by the president’s father and mother,Joseph P. and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. Includes a collection ofhousehold furnishings, photographs and significant mementospersonally collected and arranged by the president’s mother.

John Hancock Tower, 200 Clarendon St., 617-572-6429.Rising 62 stories into the sky, this I.M. Pei-designed, sliver-of-glass skyscraper is New England’s tallest building and is consid-ered by many to be one of the most beautiful skyscrapers in theworld. The building houses the headquarters of its namesake,insurance giant John Hancock Financial. Unfortunately, the obser-vatory on the 60th floor was closed after September 11, 2001.

Longfellow National Historic Site, 105 Brattle St.,Cambridge, 617-876-4491. Wed–Sun 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Park

Emerald Necklace, parks throughout Boston, 617-635-7487.Free guided tours by appointment only. This world-famous stringof parks that runs through the city was the brainchild of renownedlandscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, and took almost 20years to complete. The six green spaces—Back Bay Fens, Riverway,Olmsted Park, Jamaica Pond, Arnold Arboretum and FranklinPark—stretch five miles from the Charles River to Dorchesterand make up over 1,000 acres of parkland. Although not official-ly part of the Emerald Necklace, Boston Common and the PublicGarden are sometimes considered the starting points, and areconnected to the Necklace by the Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

Minute Man National Historical Park, Concord and Lexington,978-369-6993. Minute Man Visitor Center is located on Route 2AWest; North Bridge Visitor Center is at 174 Liberty St. Both opendaily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Created in 1959 to preserve the sites asso-ciated with the opening battles of the American Revolution,Minute Man Park consists of over 900 acres of land along origi-nal segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, includingLexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge. The park also pre-serves The Wayside, the 19th-century home of literary greatsNathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott and Margaret Sidney.

SIGHTS OF INTEREST

Adams National Historical Park, 1250 Hancock St., Quincy,eight miles south of Boston, 617-770-1175. Take the “T” to theQuincy Center stop on the Red Line. Visitor Center is open dailyfrom 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Trolley tours: depart every 30 minutes from9:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Tickets: $5; children (under 16) free. Thisoft-overlooked historical gem offers insight into the lives of U.S.presidents John Adams and son John Quincy Adams. Tours stopat the birthplaces of both presidents, as well as “The OldHouse,” which was home to five generations of the Adams fami-ly. Stop by the Visitor Center to register and purchase tickets.

Boston Athenaeum, 101⁄2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270.Member hours: Tue–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Mon ’til 8 p.m.Beginning Sept 10 open Sat. Public tours: Tue & Thu at 3 p.m.Reservations required. One of the oldest and most distinguishedprivate libraries in the United States, the Athenaeum was found-ed in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallengedcenter of intellectual life in Boston, and by 1851 it had becomeone of the five largest libraries in the country.

Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m., Sun1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours offered Mon at2:30 p.m., Tue & Thu at 6 p.m., Fri & Sat at 11 a.m. The firstpublicly supported municipal library in the world hosts one mil-lion visitors a year, who come to view this architectural master-piece and its collection of more than five million books. Film fes-tivals, exhibits and children’s programs run throughout the year.

Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum, Congress Street Bridge,617-338-1773. Temporarily closed due to fire damage. Thisreplica of the famous ship, being repaired off-site, remains anindelible token of patriotism on the site of the “single mostimportant event leading to the American Revolution.” On a coldevening in 1773, a group of colonists led by the Sons of Libertysnuck aboard a British ship and threw hundreds of chests of teainto Boston Harbor in protest of taxation without representation.

$69 for two; Sunset Tours (without accordion player) $99 fortwo, (with accordion player) $139 for two; Bellisimo Tours $219for two; all tours $15 each additional person. Tours depart frombeneath the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge on the Esplanade. Withauthentic Venetian gondolas and an Old World approach toromance, these picturesque rides along the Esplanade Lagoonfeature complimentary snacks.

Liberty Fleet of Tall Ships, departs daily from Long Wharf,617-742-0333. Daily sails at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets:$30, children $18. Come aboard to relive the days of Boston TallShips. Take the wheel, set the sails or just sit back and enjoy thesights and beauty of Boston Harbor and her islands. Full cashbar available.

Massachusetts Bay Lines, depart from 60 Rowes Wharf, 617-542-8000. Call for full schedule and ticket prices. Take a tour ofthe harbor as the captain narrates a 55-minute cruise. Observethe colorful Boston skyline on a sunset cruise, dance the nightaway on a music cruise Thu–Sat, or swoon under the stars on amoonlight cruise Fri–Sat. Private charters also available.

Odyssey Cruises, departs daily from Rowes Wharf, 888-741-0281. Brunch: Sat & Sun daily noon–2 p.m. Tickets: $42–48.Lunch: Mon–Fri noon–2 p.m. Tickets: $37. Dinner: Mon–Thu7–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 8–11 p.m., Sun 6–9 p.m. Tickets: $78–92.Boarding begins one hour prior to departure. Prices includemeal. Midday and moonlight cruises also available. Cruise his-toric Boston Harbor while enjoying lunch, brunch or dinneraboard this elegant cruise ship. Three lavish decks offer a myri-ad of entertainment choices, from jazz to contemporary music,and every on-deck stroll reveals the glorious Boston skyline.

PUBLIC PARKS

Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617-524-1718. Grounds open year-round, sunrise to sunset. Free admis-sion. Visitor Center open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–4p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. This 265-acre tree sanctuary designedby Emerald Necklace architect Frederick Law Olmsted opened in1872. Now a National Historic Landmark, the arboretum and itsgardens contain more than 7,000 varieties of trees, shrubs andflowers, all labeled for your perusal.

Boston Public Garden, bordered by Arlington, Charles, Beaconand Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. Established in1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first public botanical gar-den. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic and diverse greenery, aswell as sculptures, including one that commemorates the popu-lar children’s book Make Way for Ducklings. Other fixturesinclude the Lagoon, home to the famed Swan Boats from Aprilthrough Labor Day, and a suspension bridge designed as aminiature replica of the Brooklyn Bridge.

Charles River Esplanade, 617-635-4305. This tree-lined parkalong the Charles River basin is a popular spot for leisurelystrolls and picnics as well as recreational activities. Sportsenthusiasts are drawn to the 17-mile biking, jogging and walk-ing path between the Museum of Science and Watertown, whileothers flock to the water to sail, windsurf, canoe or kayak. Thenearby DCR Hatch Shell frequently hosts concerts and films, aswell as performances by the world-famous Boston Pops.

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6, 7, 8 and 9 p.m. Reservations required. Tickets: $30; children:$18. Step aboard the trolley of doom for a tour of the dark sideof Boston. Your host, a 17th century gravedigger, tells the tales ofthe Angel of Death, the Boston Strangler and other infamouscharacters from Boston’s past. After completing your sojourn intothe macabre, step off the trolley for a walk through two of theoldest burying grounds in the city.

Harpoon Brewery Tour, 306 Northern Ave., 888-HARPOON ext.522. Tours: Tue–Sat at 3 p.m., Fri & Sat at 1 and 3 p.m. Freeadmission. This waterfront institution is one of Boston’s onlymicrobreweries. Visitors gather at the Tap Room, which over-looks the brewery, for 30- to 45-minute tours of the plant.

The Innovation Odyssey, departs from 28 State St. (at 2p.m.), free shuttle from Museum of Science (at 1:45 p.m.), 617-350-0358. Tours: 2nd Sat of every month (This month: Sep 10)at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25; students (with ID) $15; children (under10) $10; family rate $50. This two-hour journey showcasesBoston as the birthplace of such innovations as the telephone,the Internet and modern surgery. Board a luxury motorcoach tovisit Boston’s hidden historical treasures, including the MITMuseum, Harvard Medical School and the Ether Dome at MassGeneral Hospital. DVD program included.

The Literary Trail, departs from the Omni Parker House, 60School St., 617-350-0358. Call for full tour schedule. Tickets:$30; children (under 12) $26. Group tours also available. Ticketsinclude entrance to all museums on the trail. This 20-mile tour

includes stops at the Boston Athenaeum, the Omni Parker House,Cambridge’s Longfellow House, the Concord Museum (whichhouses Ralph Waldo Emerson’s study) and famed Walden Pond.

North End Market Tour, 64 Cross St., take the T to Haymarket,617-523-6032. www.northendmarkettours.com. Wed & Sat 10a.m.–1 p.m. and 2–5 p.m.; Fri 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–6 p.m.Reservations required. Custom tours for groups available. Tickets:$49 per person. Michele Topor, an authority on Italian cuisineand culture, hosts award-winning culinary walking tours throughone of the nation’s oldest Italian-American communities.

North End Secret Tours, North Square (across from The PaulRevere House), 617-720-2283. Fri & Sat 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4p.m. Reservations required. Tickets: $30 per person. This two-hour guided walking tour explores some of the hidden court-yards and passageways of the North End, visits the birthplace ofKennedy matriarch Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy and tells unusualtales of Boston’s oldest neighborhood.

Old Town Trolley Tours of Boston, 617-269-7010. Departsevery 15–20 minutes daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $29;seniors & students $26; children (under 12) free. With 16 stopsthroughout the city, including the New England Aquarium, U.S.S.Constitution Museum, the Trolley Stop Store on the corner ofSouth Charles and Boylston streets and most major hotels (seeyour concierge), patrons can enjoy a 100-minute, fully narratedsightseeing tour of more than 100 points of interest aboard theorange-and-green, all-weather trolley.


that highlight different historical time periods. Families maychoose from age-appropriate tours offering lively descriptions ofworks to help further the understanding of art.

Boston Bike Tour, 617-308-5902. Tours: Sat & Sun at 11 a.m.Tickets: Sat tour $20 (w/o bike rental, $15), Sun tour $25 (w/obike rental, $18). Tours make stops at various sites while yourguide shares history and pokes playful fun at the city and itsheritage. Tours leave from the Boston Common Visitor Center atPark Street Station (bikes and equipment are provided).

Boston By Foot, 617-367-2345 or 617-367-3766. Guided 90minute tours highlighting the rich architecture and history of thecity, led by trained volunteers. Tickets: $10, children (6–12) $8,unless noted. Call for tour locations. The Heart of the FreedomTrail, every day at 10 a.m., tickets: $11, children (6–12) $8;Victorian Back Bay, Fri, Sat & Sun at 10 a.m., Tue & Thu at 5:30p.m.; Literary Landmark Tour, Sat at 2 p.m., tickets: $11, children(6–12) $9; Beacon Hill, Mon–Fri at 5:30 p.m., Sat at 10 a.m., Sunat 2 p.m.; North End, Fri & Sat at 2 p.m.; Boston Underground,Sun at 2 p.m., tickets: $11, children (6–12) $9; Boston By LittleFeet, Mon & Sat at 10 a.m., Sun at 2 p.m., tickets: $8.

Boston Duck Tours, Prudential Center and Museum ofScience. www.bostonducktours.com. Tours: seven days a week, 9 a.m. ’til one hour before sunset. Tickets: $25; seniors,students & military $22; children (3–11) $16; (under 3) $3; special needs $10. Group discounts available. Experience thecity in an amazing vehicle that rides on land and water. The 80-minute tour visits most of Boston’s famous sights. And justwhen you think you’ve seen it all, your Duck splashes into theCharles River for a spectacular water view.

Boston Movie Tours, departs from the Shaw Memorial in front of the State House on Beacon Street. 866-MOVIE-45.www.bostonmovietours.net. Tours: daily at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.Tickets: $20; seniors and students $17; children (6–12) $10.Reservations strongly encouraged. Experience the city of Bostonthe way Tinseltown has through such films as A Civil Action, GoodWill Hunting, Mystic River and others. This 90-minute walkingtour takes movie buffs to 30 spots where some of Hollywood’sbiggest stars have come to film. Tour guides also offer up behind-the-scenes stories and Hollywood gossip.

Fenway Park Tours, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours dailyeach hour from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. or until three hours before game time.Tickets: $12; seniors $11; children (under 14) $10. Tours originate atthe Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across from Service GateD, rain or shine. Have you dreamt of walking across the field whereRed Sox legends spent their glory days? This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at America’s oldest active Major League ballpark,including a glimpse behind the famed “Green Monster.”

The Freedom Trail Foundation’s Freedom Trail Players,departs from the Visitor Center on Boston Common, 617-357-8300. Tours daily at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Tickets: $12; chil-dren (12 and under) $6. Explore the Freedom Trail with cos-tumed actors portraying famous patriots such as James Otis,Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90-minute tour. Stopsinclude the Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre Site, theOld State House and Faneuil Hall.

Ghosts and Gravestones Tour, 617-269-3626. Tours daily at

ranger-guided tours: 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 1, 2, 3 and 4p.m. Admission: $3, children (under 16) free. This 1759 Georgianmansion was home to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 1837to 1882 and a central gathering place for writers and artists inthe 19th century. It also served as George Washington’s head-quarters during the siege of Boston in 1775–76. Original furnish-ings, books and art from around the world are on display.

The Mary Baker Eddy Library, 200 Mass. Ave., 617-450-7000.Open Tue–Sun from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $6; seniors, stu-dents with ID and youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) and mem-bers free. Home to the world-famous Mapparium, a three-storystained-glass globe depicting the world as it existed in 1934,which guests can walk through. Visitors to the library can followMary Baker Eddy’s quest for insight and embark on one of theirown through interactive exhibits in the Quest Gallery, or try out a“desk job” at the Pulitzer Prize-winning Christian Science Monitor.

New England Holocaust Memorial, Congress Street nearFaneuil Hall. This haunting memorial features six luminous glasstowers etched with the six million prisoner numbers of thosewho perished in the Holocaust. Visitors can walk under the tow-ers and read the dramatic stories of the victims and heroes ofthis tremendous human tragedy.

The Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center, 617-859-0648. Open daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Skywalk kiosk closes at 6 p.m. Admission (including a headset audio tour of points ofinterest): $9.50; seniors $7; children (under 12) $6.50.Observatory may be closed due to weather conditions, pleasecall ahead. Enjoy spectacular 360-degree panoramic views ofBoston and beyond and learn about the city’s 375 years of cul-ture and history on the new Antennae Audio Tour. Recently addeddisplays include “Dreams of Freedom,” featuring the Bostonimmigrant experience; an exhibit overlooking Fenway Park dedi-cated to the legendary Red Sox slugger Ted Williams; and a the-ater showing “Wings Over Boston,” a spectacular aerial tour ofthe entire city. SEE LOCATOR #11 ON CENTER MAP.

Trinity Church, Copley Square, 617-536-0944. Open daily from8 a.m.–6 p.m.; tours available. Built in 1877, this house of wor-ship, a combination of Victorian, Gothic and French Romanesquestyles, is one of the great masterpieces of American churcharchitecture. The building is located in Copley Square adjacent tothe I.M. Pei-designed John Hancock Tower, itself a contemporaryarchitectural masterpiece. The church is currently in the midst ofa $53 million preservation initiative.

TOURS AND TRAILS

Black Heritage Trail, 617-742-5415. Tours: Mon–Sat at 10a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Call at least 24 hours in advance forreservations. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon Hill,including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the AfricanMeeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house built byan African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis and HarrietHayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are available atthe Museum of Afro-American History.

Boston Art Tours, 617-732-3920. Call for full tour schedule.Tickets: $25; teens $15; children (under 12) free. Boston ArtTours offers various excursions to area museums and galleries

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Samuel Adams Brewery Tour: Drink in a Little History, 30Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-368-5080. Tours: Wed & Thu at2 p.m.; Fri at 2 and 5:30 p.m.; Sat at noon, 1 and 2 p.m.; one-hourtours include samples (ID required). Tickets: $2; donation given to alocal charity. Learn about the art of brewing beer and taste the richmalts and spicy hops on this tour of the original Samuel Adams brewery.

Swan Boats, Public Garden Lagoon, 617-522-1966. Rides: dailyfrom 10 a.m.–5 p.m., weather permitting. Tickets: $2.50, children(2–15) $1, seniors $2. One of Boston’s oldest and most treasuredtraditions, these pedal-powered boats glide around the PublicGarden and under the smallest suspension bridge in the world.

CAMBRIDGE

Due to limited parking, it is best to take the Red Linewhen traveling to Harvard, Central or Kendall squares.The Cambridge Discovery Booth located at theHarvard Square “T” entrance provides additionalinformation. Please note that numbered sites corre-spond to the map of Harvard Square on page 36.

Cambridge Common/Old Burying Ground (8). A grazing pas-ture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a favoritemeeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the ContinentalArmy. Early college presidents and town residents were buried in“God’s Acre” across from the Common.

Christ Church (6). This 1761 Tory house of worship was utilizedas a Colonial barracks during the American Revolution.

First Church Unitarian/Universalist (7). Harvard College provided the pews for its students in this 1833 building erectedfor the then-newly founded Unitarian Church.

Harvard and Radcliffe Yards (4 & 5). The centers of two institutions that have played major educational roles sinceHarvard’s founding in 1636.

Harvard Square/Old Cambridge (1). The center ofCambridge activity since the 17th century, the Square is home to Harvard University, historic buildings, bookstores,cafes, restaurants and shops.

Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge,617-547-7105. Open daily from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Founded in 1831 bythe Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Mount Auburn was the firstlandscaped cemetery in the country. Many prominent Americansare buried here, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, IsabellaStewart Gardner and Winslow Homer. The cemetery is also anarboretum, sculpture garden and wildlife sanctuary.

Tory Row (Brattle Street) (3). One of the nation’s most beautifulresidential streets, Tory Row is the site of Loyalist mansions andtheir elegant neighbors from every period of American architecture.

WHALE WATCHES

Boston Harbor Cruises, One Long Wharf, 617-222-4321. Mon–Friat 10 a.m. and noon, Sat at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and5:30 p.m. Sun at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

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S IGHTSEEINGBeginning Sep 6 —Sat & Sun at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and2:30 p.m. Tickets: $31, seniors $28, children $25. Cruise on highspeed catamarans to Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast’s mostfamous destination for whale watching. Catch sight of humpback,finback and minke whales from the deck or from the comfort ofa full modernized cabin boasting snack and beverage services.The tour is three hours, and free tickets on a future cruise areguaranteed if you don’t spot one of these magnificent creatures.

Massachusetts Bay Line Whale Watches, Departing fromRowes Wharf behind The Boston Harbor Hotel, 617-542-4321.Mon–Fri at 10:30 a.m. Sat & Sun at 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.Beginning Sep 11—Sat & Sun at 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $29,children $23. Get out on the open water in search of the sea’smost majestic creatures on this four-hour tour of StellwagenBank National Marine Sanctuary. On board, professional marinebiologists are on hand to share their knowledge of whales andother marine wildlife.

New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 617-973-5206.Mon–Fri at 9:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets: $29, seniors $26, children $20. Discover the history of Stellwagen Bank aboard the Aquarium’s whale watchvessel, the 111-foot catamaran Voyager III. Search for a varietyof whales, including humpback, finback and minke. Interactiveexhibits include microscope stations, electronic navigation, com-puter whale programs, meteorological instruments and movies.

WILDLIFE

Franklin Park Zoo, One Franklin Park Road, Franklin Park,617-541-LION. Open Mon–Fri from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission: $9.50; seniors $8; children (2–15)$5.50; children (under 2) free. Home to more than 210 species,including many endangered animals. Roam the AustralianOutback Trail with wallabies and kangaroos; explore the Tropical Forest and see the gorillas; marvel at the lions atKalahari Kingdom; and visit zebras, ostriches, ibex and wildebeests at Serengeti Crossing.

New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 617-973-5200.Open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat & Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Admission: $15.95; seniors $13.95; children (3–11) $8.95; children (under 3) free. Refer to Currently section under Film for IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices available.Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of water, thisoutstanding aquatic zoo features a 187,000-gallon Giant OceanTank containing a Caribbean coral reef with sharks, sea turtles,moray eels and other aquatic life. Be sure to check out the popular penguin habitat. Special exhibit: Amazing Jellies. Theadjacent Simons 3D IMAX Theater is the first theater of its kindin the Boston area. Refer to Film in Currently for complete IMAXtheater listings.

Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 781-438-5100. Open daily10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $7.50; seniors $6.50; children (2–15)$4.50; children (under 2) free. Highlights include Snowy Owl Creek,Mexican gray wolves, snow leopards, jaguars, reindeer, river otters,llamas and miniature donkeys, as well as educational programsat the Animal Discovery Center. The Zoo is also home to thenation’s first “Earth Park.” Special exhibit: Lord of the Wings:Birds of Prey, an ongoing educational show.

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summer months. And yes, it also has some of the Northeast’s most spectacular beaches.

If you go, start your day with a stroll and some people watching on Commercial Street.The

area’s main drag is lined with eclectic shops, candy stores and, well, drag queens! For a high-

speed tour of the nearby beaches and the famous dunes, check out Art’s Dune Tours

(Commercial and Standish Streets, 1-800-894-1951).The one-hour tour takes you through the

National Seashore Park and by the dune shacks, once inhabited by shipwrecked sailors and

later by literary figures such as Jack Kerouac and Eugene O’Neill.

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HOW TO GET THEREProvincetown is 114 miles southeast ofBoston at the very end of Cape Cod. By car, you’ll want to take Route 3 to theSagamore Bridge and then Route 6 allthe way to the end. It’s approximately athree-hour drive. BY LAND: Bus service is available fromLogan Airport and South Station on thePlymouth & Brockton Street Railway Co.Call 508-746-0378 for schedule andticket information. BY SEA: Take the high-speed fast fer-ries to P-Town and get there in only 90minutes. Bay State Cruise Company(617-748-1428) offers service untilSeptember 28, and Boston HarborCruises (1-877-733-9425) runs ferriesthrough October 11. BY AIR: Cape Air flies between LoganAirport and Provincetown MunicipalAirport. Call 1-800-352-0714 for moreinformation. Flights take about 15 minutes.

Paul Revere House (12). 19 North Square, Hanover Street,617-523-2338. Open daily 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Admission: $3;students & seniors with I.D. $2.50; children (5–17) $1; (under 5)free. The oldest home in Boston, built around 1680, was occupiedby Paul Revere from 1770 to 1800.

Old North Church (13). 193 Salem St., 617-523-6676. Opendaily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun services at 9 and 11 a.m. Known asChrist Church and erected in 1723, this is Boston’s oldest standingchurch, where two lanterns were hung on April 18, 1775, signalingthe Redcoats’ departure by sea for Lexington and Concord.

Copp’s Hill Burial Ground (14). Hull Street. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Set out in 1660, Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second ceme-tery. Many remarkable people are interred here, including IncreaseMather, his son Cotton, Cotton’s son Samuel Mather and EdmundHartt, builder of the U.S.S. Constitution.

Bunker Hill Monument (15). Breed’s Hill, Charlestown, 617-242-5641. Climb the monument from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Lodge and museum open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775.

U.S.S. Constitution (16). Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown,617-242-5670. Free guided tours Tue–Sun from 9:30 a.m.–3:50p.m. This 44-gun frigate is the oldest commissioned warship inthe world. The U.S.S. Constitution Museum, located adjacent to the ship, is open daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Call 617-426-1812.

contemporary. Built in 1809, this church was described byHenry James as “the most interesting mass of brick andmortar in America.”

Old Granary Burying Ground (4). Tremont Street next toPark Street Church, 617-635-7389. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.This historic cemetery, formerly the town granary, is thefinal resting place of John Hancock, Paul Revere, RobertTreat Paine, Samuel Adams, Peter Faneuil, and the victimsof the Boston Massacre. A stone inscribed “Mary Goose”(a.k.a. Elizabeth Goose) allegedly marks the grave ofMother Goose.

King’s Chapel and Burying Ground (5). Tremont andSchool streets, 617-227-2155. Services: Sun at 11 a.m.,Wed at 12:15 p.m. Burying Ground open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tours: Mon and Thu–Sat 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Tueand Wed 1:30–4:30 p.m. Visitors are reminded that King’sChapel is a house of worship. The chapel was establishedin 1687 as the first Anglican congregation in Boston. Thesecond chapel, built in 1754, became the first Unitarianchurch in America after the Revolution.

Site of the first public school and Ben Franklin’s statue (6). On School Street, marked by a column and commemorative plaque. On April 13, 1635, the town voted to establish America’s first public school in (the forerunner of the Boston Latin School). Nearby is Benjamin Franklin’sstatue, built in 1856, the first portrait-statue erected in the U.S.

Site of the Old Corner Bookstore (7). School andWashington streets, 617-367-4000. Constructed as anapothecary in 1718, the ground floor was later a bookstorethat became the center of literary Boston and the meeting placeof such notables as Emerson, Hawthorne and Thoreau.

Old South Meeting House (8). 310 Washington St., 617-482-6439. Open daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $5; students &seniors $4; children (6–18) $1; children (under 6) free. This build-ing housed many town meetings, the most famous of which trig-gered the Boston Tea Party. Permanent exhibit: Voices of Protest.

Old State House (9). Corner of Washington and State streets,617-720-3292. Open daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Admission: $5; students& seniors $4; children (6–18) $1; children (under 6) free. Built in1713, this seat of colonial government was the center of activityfor such patriots as John Hancock and Samuel and John Adams.It was from the east balcony that the Declaration of Independencewas first read in Boston.

Boston Massacre Site (10). State Street in front of the Old StateHouse. At the next intersection below the State House, a ring ofcobblestones marks the site of the clash between a jeering Bostoncrowd and a British guard of nine soldiers on March 5,1770.

Faneuil Hall (11). Merchants Row and Faneuil Hall Square, 617-523-1300. Open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Historical talks given dailyevery half hour 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Military museum openMon–Fri 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. “The Cradle of Liberty” combines inone building a free enterprise market on the first floor with a freemarketplace for the exchange of ideas upstairs.


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Boston Common (1). Set aside in1634 as a military training field andgrazing pasture, the Common is theoldest public park in America. Thepark served as quarters for British aswell as Colonial troops, and laterhoused Civil War regiments. TheBritish Army set out for the start of theRevolutionary War from what is nowPark Square.

The State House (2). Beacon Street,top of Beacon Hill facing BostonCommon, 617-727-3676. OpenMon–Fri 10 a.m.–4 p.m., except holidays. Guided tours Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The famous goldendome of the State House marks thegovernment seat of the Common-wealth of Massachusetts. The corner-stone was laid by Samuel Adams,and the building stands on landbought from John Hancock. The redbrick portion was designed by thelegendary architect Charles Bulfinch.

Park Street Church (3). Corner ofPark and Tremont streets, 617-523-3383. Sunday services at 8:30 & 11a.m. and 4 & 6 p.m. Morning servicesare traditional, evening services are

THE REDCOATS ARE COMING—Men costumed as British loyalists march in formation along the FreedomTrail near Faneuil Hall.

Boston’s own “yellow brick road” is actually a red brick lineweaving through the city and connecting 16 key historic sites.Each one tells a piece of the dramatic story of America’s birth.These sites are not amusement park replicas; they are theactual places where Revolutionary War-era patriots like PaulRevere and John Adams once gathered. The Hub’s mostfamous attraction, the Freedom Trail is walked by some threemillion visitors every year. The two-and-a-half-mile red brickpathway unites historic markers from the State House, withits brilliant gold dome, to the 204-year-old U.S.S.Constitution, a.k.a. “Old Ironsides.” In between, there’s theOld Granary Burying Ground, the final resting place forAmerican patriots like John Hancock, Paul Revere and JamesOtis; the Old South Meeting House and Faneuil Hall, wheresome of the most fiery debates of the Revolution took place;and the Old North Church, where two lanterns were hung tosignal Paul Revere during his famous midnight ride.

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Apropos, Sheraton Boston, 39 Dalton St., 617-375-6500.Drawing its influences from American regional cuisine with astrong New England flair, the menu at Apropos offers hearty, sat-isfying dishes ranging from pan-roasted Chilean sea bass togrilled New York sirloin and herbed roasted chicken. The menu,created by executive chef Joseph Nartowicz, exudes the flavorsof Boston. B, L, D, SB. $$$

Aura, Seaport Hotel, One Seaport Lane, 617-385-4300. Aura’s seasonal menus showcase chef John Merrill’s passion for usingfresh, local ingredients in his recipes. Chef Merrill partners withlocal farmers and fishermen to select freshly harvested vegeta-bles, seafood that is just off the boat and specially aged meatsand cheeses to create his award-winning meals. B, L, D, SB. $$$

*Avenue One, Hyatt Regency, Financial District, 1 Ave. deLafayette, 617-422-5579. Enjoy Boston’s most extensive fonduemenu in a relaxed atmosphere. Live jazz every Thu. B, L, D, C. $$

*Cheers, 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605. Also: Faneuil HallMarketplace, 617-227-0150. Both the original Beacon Hill andFaneuil Hall locations offer a mouthwatering selection of traditionalfare and an abundant beverage selection, including their award-winning Bloody Mary and a variety of draft beers. Live entertain-ment is offered Thu–Sat nights. Pick up officially licensed Cheersmerchandise at the gift shop. L, D, C, LS. $

Cuvée, 254 Newbury St., 617-536-7077. Intimately elegant,Cuvée offers the utmost in hospitality and unmatched contempo-rary American cuisine paired with its passionately crafted, WineSpectator Award-winning wine list. Enjoy a sampling of delectablesmall plates, an entree specialty, or come for a regularly sched-uled wine dinner. Patio dining is available. www.cuveeboston.com.Open daily 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. L, D, Sat & SB. $$$

Daisy Buchanan’s, 240A Newbury St. (corner of FairfieldStreet), 617-247-8516. For more than 30 years, this popularsports-oriented get-together spot in the heart of the Back Bayhas provided a comfortable place to mingle and meet new andold friends and enjoy a menu of pub specials. L, D, C daily 11a.m. –2 a.m. $

*Dick’s Last Resort, Prudential Center, 55 Huntington Ave.,617-267-8080. This is the joint your mama warned you about.Dick’s serves buckets of barbecue pork ribs and chicken, as wellas lobster, shrimp and crab legs, steak and salads. There are also74 kinds of beer. Dick’s has SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m., which includesBelgian waffles, omelets, crab cake Benedict, breakfast burritos,fresh fruit and a make-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Live music,no cover, no dress code and definitely no class. Open daily,Dick’s Last Resort is billed as “The Shame of Boston.” L 11:30a.m.–4 p.m.; D Sun–Thu 4 p.m.–midnight, Fri & Sat ’til 1 a.m.www.dickslastresort.com $$

Excelsior, The Heritage on the Garden, 272 Boylston St., 617-426-7878. This modern restaurant features chef Eric Brennan’sfocus on unique, pure and fresh ingredients. An impressive,award-winning collection of 600 wines, representing all regions ofthe world, is showcased in a climate-controlled, three-story winetower. Pre- and post-theater dining available. D, C, LS. $$$$


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$ — Most entrees less than $12$$ — Most entrees $12–18

$$$ — Most entrees $19–25$$$$ — Most entrees more than $25

Many restaurants offer a wide range of entrees and prices; therefore, the classifications are only approximations. Restaurants listed accept major credit cards unless otherwise specified.

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STELLA 1525 Washington St., 617-247-7747 / $$

Like the many-headed Hydra of Greek myth, the South End restaurant scene is amazinglyresilient: even as one eatery closes, it seems that two arise to take its place. This is especially

true in the happening SoWa (south of Washington Street) district, where Stella, one of the latesthotspots to hit the area, has already carved out a comfortable niche. Opened this past spring byEvan and Candace Deluty, the owners of Torch on Charles Street in the Beacon Hill neighborhood,this casual Italian bistro at the former site of Blackstone’s on the Square and, most recently, Galliahas quickly become a local favorite. Stella’s outdoor patio dining and gorgeous location on the corner of Washington and West Brookline streets, overlooking Blackstone Square’s verdant park,has certainly helped. It’s the affordable menu of upscale Italian offerings by chef Joe Cassinelli,however, that really has patrons buzzing—and eating. Having perfected his craft at Mistral andTeatro, Cassinelli churns out everything from gigantic Caesar salads and personal-sized grilled pizzas (topped with diverse delicacies like shitaki mushrooms, arugula and gorgonzola), to savorypasta and meat dishes, including a grilled ribeye served with lemon-garlic herb butter. There’s evena late-night menu served until 1:30 a.m., and the wine and cocktails are reasonably priced. Stella,which means “star” in Italian, also boasts a striking white decor with floor-to-ceiling windows thatallow this stellar establishment to not only shine from a distance, but should also have it sparklingfor many days and nights to come.

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For some food lovers, theessence of summer is a supple,juicy tomato, with the robust fla-vors coming into their fullest, mostsavory prime as summer winds down. To think,this faux fruit was believed to be poisonousuntil the 19th century, yet today Americansconsume over 12 million tons of tomatoeseach year. Enjoy an end of summer fling foryour taste buds at these local restaurants.

1VIA MATTA, 79 Park Plaza, 617-422-0008.Pappa Al Pomodoro. Can your Campbell’s

and taste this Tuscan tomato and bread soup.Chef Adam Halberg uses only local tomatoescooked with garlic and basil, then beats indried bread, which absorbs the tangy herbalconcoction and emulsifies the soup into athickened tomato-y creation.

2TEATRO, 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841.Heirloom Caprese Salad. Enjoy the sophi-

sticated simplicity of an Heirloom CapreseSalad with heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella,basil, aged balsamic vinaigrette and sea salt. A delicacy available only during tomato season.

3BAMBARA, 25 Edwin H. Land Blvd.,Cambridge, 617-868-4444. The Golden

Tomato Gazpacho is salsa in a soup and a tangoon your tongue. This chilled concoction lets spicyrock shrimp ceviche mingle with opal basil and isa cool refreshing dish for a warm summer evening.

4EXCELSIOR, 272 Boylston St., 617-426-7878. Zucchini and Ricotta Lasagna.

Executive chef Eric Brennan chops fresh heirloomtomatoes, then wood roasts them with garlic,thyme, olive oil and grilled zucchini, then rolls themin Ricotta cheese, fresh basil and Parmesan.

5SPIRE, 90 Tremont St., 617-772-0202.For a limited time only, sample Spire’s

Heirloom Tomato Tasting for tomato lovers.Nibble a tomato, basil and chevre salad, siptheir tomato consommé and sink your teethinto a tomato club sandwich with pancettaserved on brioche bread. —Katrina Scanlan

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Finale, One Columbus Ave., behind the Four Seasons Hotel, 617-423-3184; 30 Dunster St., Harvard Sq., Cambridge, 617-441-9797.One of the only dessert restaurants in America, Finale features itemslike the caramel carnivale and its signature “molten chocolatecake.” Chef Nicole Coady’s menu is complemented by its lusciousdrink menu of ports, champagnes, cordials and its well-known“Finale Favorites.” A light dinner menu is available. L & D. $$

The Federalist, Fifteen Beacon Hotel, 15 Beacon St., 617-670-2515. The menu at this powerbrokers’ haven offers artistic imagina-tion in the preparation of dishes ranging from Colorado rack of lambto skillet-roasted French Dover sole, in an atmosphere that evokesthe stately traditions of the world’s most private clubs. A rooftopherb garden and in-kitchen fish tanks help to ensure culinary per-fection. B, D, Sat & SB, C, LS. $$$$

The Foggy Goggle, 911 Boylston St. (across from the Hynes), 617-266-3399. “If you don’t know how to have fun, stay home,” is themotto of this Back Bay hot spot. The crazy decor, the enthusiasticstaff and the “Foggy Fish Bowl” emphasize fun above all. Late nightpizza and pub food available. D, LS, C Tue–Sat 4 p.m.–2 a.m. $

*Hard Rock Cafe, 131 Clarendon St., two blocks from Boylston St.,617-424-ROCK (7625). HRC Boston serves up the best down-homeAmerican food possible, seasoned with a healthy dose of rock ’n’roll. Try the infamous “Pig” sandwich, excellent burgers and chickensandwiches. Memorabilia highlights include “The Aerosmithsonian,”the “Boston Wall of Fame,” Phish’s vacuum, Jim Morrison’s leatherpants and Madonna’s bustier. L, D, C, LS. $

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Jer-Ne Restaurant & Bar, The Ritz-Carlton Boston Common, 12Avery St., 617-574-7176. Chef Jason Adams sets an unchartedcourse of adventure in contemporary cuisine, featuring Americanfavorites, seafood and steaks, all artistically presented. The artfulmenu is created from a palette of lush local flavors. The restaurantalso boasts an exhibition kitchen. B, L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$$

Meritage, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439-3995.Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an appropriate vin-tage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. The restaurant’s interiorcombines slate, marble, exotic wood and leather, creating a luxuri-ous atmosphere to accompany a hearty meal. All menu items comein appetizer and entree sizes. D, LS. $$$$

Parker’s Restaurant, Omni Parker House, 60 School St., 617-725-1600. Executive chef Jerry Tice celebrates nostalgic cuisine with acontemporary flair. The stately dining room reflects the rich culinaryheritage that lives on at the birthplace of Boston cream pie and theParker House roll. B, L, D. $$$$

Speeder & Earl’s, Copley Square Hotel, 47 Huntington Ave., 617-536-9000. Boston’s “quirkiest” breakfast and coffee bar, servingtraditional and innovative favorites such as eggs Benedict and malt-ed waffles. Boston’s best pastries and premium blends of gourmetcoffee from Speeder & Earl’s of Vermont are also featured. B, L, Sat& SB, D. $

The Spinnaker, atop the Hyatt Regency, 575 Memorial Dr.,Cambridge, 617-492-1234. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Boston

Boston Historic Fish Pier • 617.423.1000Functions for any occasion

Boston Historic Fish Pier • 617.423.1000Functions for any occasion

Harborside RestaurantThe restaurant with an ocean of window dressing.

Harborside RestaurantThe restaurant with an ocean of window dressing.

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this upbeat bistro. Specialties include Chang’s chicken in soothinglettuce wraps, Dan Dan noodles and orange peel shrimp. An arrayof vegetarian dishes such as Sichuan-style long beans and stir-fried spicy eggplant are also available. Enjoy an impressive list ofover 50 wines. Reservations accepted but not required. L & DSun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til midnight. C, LS. $$

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Lala Rokh, 97 Mt. Vernon St., 617-720-5511. Lala Rokh, the leg-endary princess immortalized in the 19th-century tale by Irish poetThomas Moore, is honored by brother/sister team Babak and AzitaBina. Using their mother’s home-style Persian recipes and unusualimported spices, they’ve created a unique dining experience in theonly restaurant of its kind in New England. Elegant and affordable,it’s a highlight of historic Beacon Hill. L Mon–Fri noon–3 p.m.; Dnightly 5:30–10 p.m. Reservations recommended. VP.www.lalarokh.com $$

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Aujourd’hui, Four Seasons Hotel Boston, 200 Boylston St., 617-351-2037. Featuring an ambiance of contemporary elegance withthe Public Garden as a backdrop, this eatery is one of only tworestaurants in the state to receive the AAA Five Diamond Award.With its recent re-opening and new look, Aujourd’hui welcomeschef de cuisine Jerome Legras, whose debut menu of modernFrench cuisine uses the freshest regional ingredients. To comple-ment the flavors, sommelier Ted Davidson offers an award-win-ning selection of wine from an 1,800-bottle library. Reservationsrecommended. D Mon–Sat 5:30–10:30 p.m., Sun 6–10 p.m.; SB11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. $$$$

Brasserie Jo, The Colonnade Hotel, 120 Huntington Ave., 617-425-3240. Regional French cooking in the classic brasserie style.The “sister” of chef Jean Joho’s award-winning Chicago restau-rant combines traditional favorites (coq au vin and steak frites)with unique specialties (Uncle Hansi’s onion tart). Home-brewedbeer, a wine list and desserts in the French tradition complete thisGallic experience. Seasonal outdoor patio. B, L, D. $$

*Café Fleuri, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451-1900. Feast under the stars in Mediterranean ambiance. Enjoywhat Boston magazine hails as “the best Sunday brunch inBoston” or partake in a wonderful à la carte menu featuringMediterranean fare, regional American specialties, and authenticFrench pastries and desserts—all within a beautiful sunlit gardenatrium. B Mon–Fri 6:30–11:30 a.m., Sat 7:30–11 a.m.; L daily11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; D Mon–Sat 6–10 p.m., Sun 4–10 p.m.; SB 11a.m.–1:30 p.m. $$

Clio, The Eliot Hotel, 370-A Commonwealth Ave., 617-536-7200. James Beard Award-winning chef Ken Oringer serves upFrench-American fare with some striking Asian influences in asleek, sophisticated atmosphere that’s styled after a Parisiansupper club. Bacon-wrapped foie gras, caramelized swordfish aupoivre and ginger-glazed oxtail keep customers coming back formore. D. $$$$

Hamersley’s Bistro, 533 Tremont St., 617-423-2700. This pioneering French-American classic, helmed by the husband and


skyline and Charles River while dining in Boston’s only revolvingrooftop restaurant and lounge. Spinnaker features American cui-sine for dinner and Sunday Brunch. Savor a cocktail or danceunder the stars on Fri & Sat evenings. D, LS, SB. Reservationsrecommended. $$$

Stephanie’s on Newbury, 190 Newbury St., 617-236-0990.Recommended by The New York Times, chef/owner StephanieSidell’s eatery showcases sophisticated American cooking, includ-ing salads, grilled fish, chicken and comfort food, such as meatloaf. Casual elegance at its best with a sidewalk cafe,club-like bar and skylit dining space. Mon–Sat 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–10 p.m. L, D, SB 10 a.m.–3 p.m., C, VPTue–Sat evenings. $$$

The Sunset Grill & Tap, 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of Harvardand Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331. This popularAllston hangout features Boston’s best beer selection, with morethan 112 beers on tap and over 400 microbrews. Its food enticestoo, with award-winning steam beer burgers, famous curly fries,buffalo wings and giant nachos. L, D, C, LS, SB. $

33 Restaurant and Lounge, 33 Stanhope St., 617-572-3311.Featuring a popular contemporary American menu, this stylishestablishment transforms into the exceptional through a uniquefusion of traditional New England cuisine with hints of the exotic.Under the guidance of executive chef Anthony E. Dawodu, previ-ously of the Four Seasons Boston, this flavorful menu has gainedpopularity for its vegetarian options as well as the ability of itsdishes to cater to dietary needs. L Mon–Fri 11 a.m.–3 p.m., DMon–Sat 5–11 p.m. Bar: Mon–Sat 5 p.m.–2 a.m. Lounge: Tue–Sat8 p.m.–2 a.m. SEE LOCATOR #12 ON CENTER MAP. $$$

Theatre Cafe, Radisson Hotel, 200 Stuart St., 617-574-2752.Located in the heart of the theater district, this restaurant featurestraditional American fare in a comfortable atmosphere and is agreat location for pre- and post-theater dining. Seasonal outdoordining and discounted parking at on-site garage is available. Opendaily for B, L, D. $$

*Top of the Hub, 800 Boylston St., Prudential Center, 617-536-1775. There is nothing like sitting 52 stories above Boston for dining and a spectacular view of the city. The magnificent cuisinecomplements the breathtaking views. L, D, LS, C. Live jazz sevennights a week. $$$$

UpStairs on the Square, 91 Winthrop St., Cambridge, 617-864-1933. Boasting an eclectic decor, this lush urban oasis featureseverything from gourmet pizza to Colorado rack of lamb, created byrenowned chefs Amanda Lydon and Susan Regis. L, D, C, LS. $$$$

CHINESE

Peking Tom’s Longtang Lounge, 25 Kingston St., 617-482-6282. This hip, funky downtown eatery specializes in gourmetmakeovers of traditional Cantonese and Polynesian dishes such askung pao chicken and the ubiquitous pu pu platter, as well aspotent, colorful cocktails like the scorpion bowl and the innovativekumquat mojito. L, D, C, LS. $$

P.F. Chang’s, 8 Park Plaza, Theatre District, 617-573-0821.Traditional Chinese cuisine and American hospitality combine in

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Gandhi, 704 Mass. Ave., Central Square, Cambridge, 617-491-1104. Savor the scents and flavors of India and enjoy exceptionalIndian cuisine in the heart of Central Square. Only the freshest pro-duce, herbs and delicate spices are used to prepare the healthyfare. L daily noon–3 p.m.; D noon–11 p.m.; SB noon–3 p.m. L buf-fet daily noon–3 p.m., “All you can eat” $5.95. Beer & wine. $

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Intrigue, Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-856-7744.Casual elegance surrounds this unique cafe. Beautiful decor andbreathtaking harbor views are perfect for those who desire a cos-mopolitan, relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a global menu created byrenowned chef Daniel Bruce. B, L, D, LS. $

*Jacob Wirth, 37 Stuart St., 617-338-8586. Opened in 1868,Jacob Wirth is the city’s second-oldest restaurant and a Bostonclassic, serving European, American and traditional German fare,including wiener schnitzel, sauerbraten and a great selection ofGerman beers. This Theater District mainstay still has the look of anold-time saloon, complete with an ancient mahogany bar, weath-ered hardwood floors and weekly piano sing-alongs. L, D, C, LS.$$

Rialto, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Cambridge, 617-661-5050. One of Greater Boston’s top restaurants features fine winesand cuisine from France, Italy and Spain. Chef Jody Adams lendsher creative talents to seasonal dinner menu items such as grilledpork tenderloin with Ligurian potato-cheese pie, pine nuts andbasil. D only. Reservations recommended. $$$$

*The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 15 Arlington St., 617-536-5700. This1927 culinary landmark offers award-winning contemporaryFrench cuisine. The historic Dining Room is available for specialevents only. The Cafe: B, L, D, Sat & SB. The Lounge: L, D, C, LS.The Bar: L, D, C, LS. $$$$

Sonsie, 327 Newbury St., 617-351-2500. Recommended byBoston magazine as the place to “see and be seen.” The livelyrestaurant features a streetside cafe, 50-foot mahogany bar,brick oven and colorful dining room. The menu by award-win-ning chef Bill Poirier includes tempura tuna roll with avocado,mizuna and tobiko caviar and herb pappardelle with asparagus.L, D, C, LS, VP. $$$

Zephyr on the Charles, Hyatt Regency Cambridge, 575 MemorialDrive, Cambridge, 617-441-6510. This restaurant serves small-portioned, tapas-like dishes, featuring eclectic fare like sushi-gradetuna tartare and wood-grilled tiger prawns. The setting featuresspectacular views of the Boston skyline. B, L, D, C. $$

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*Black Rose, 160 State St., next to Faneuil Hall Marketplace,617-742-2286. Located in the Faneuil Hall Marketplace area, thispopular pub features aged beef, chicken, fresh native seafood,light fare, hearty sandwiches and other American and Irish classicsfrom the grill served in a casual, jovial atmosphere. Live Irishmusic nightly and weekend afternoons. L, D, LS, SB. TraditionalIrish breakfast served. $

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wife team of Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, first put the South Enddining scene on the map. Try the duck confit or the roast chickenwith garlic, lemon and parsley. Long regarded as one of the city’stop tables. D. $$$$

*Julien, Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451-1900.The award-winning Julien offers creative contemporary Frenchcuisine in a formal dining room of unparalleled elegance and inti-macy. An ideal setting for pre-theatre dining, a private businessdinner or a romantic celebration. D Mon–Sat 6–10 p.m. Tapasmenu available at bar Mon–Fri 4–7 p.m. $$$$

L’Espalier, 30 Gloucester St., 617-262-3023. Situated in a historic Back Bay townhouse, this sophisticated French classichelmed by top chef Frank McClelland is a favorite of both power brokers and couples on a romantic night out. D. $$$$

Locke-Ober, 3 Winter Place, 617-542-1340. Helmed by local culi-nary innovator Lydia Shire (Biba, Excelsior), this downtown land-mark has been refurbished and restored to its former glory. Themenu of this Boston Brahmin bastion has been updated, but Shirehas kept many of its classics, including the steak tartar and thelegendary lobster Savannah. L, D, LS. $$$$

No. 9 Park, 9 Park St., 617-742-9991. Nationally acclaimed chefBarbara Lynch serves up French and Italian style dishes in asophisticated bistro atmosphere atop Beacon Hill. Chef Lynch hasa subtle hand in the kitchen, turning out inventive renditions ofclassic Italian and French fare such as fresh pasta and foie gras.L, D, LS. $$$$

Pigalle, 75 Charles St. South, 617-423-4944. This welcomingbistro in Park Square brings exquisite French cuisine to theTheatre District via the inventive culinary artistry and personallycharming service of co-owners and husband-and-wife team MarcOrfaly and Kerri Foley. D, VP. $$$

Radius, 8 High St., 617-426-1234. James Beard Award-winningchef Michael Schlow churns out impeccably prepared nouveauFrench fare such as foie gras-suffused Vermont pheasant and NewZealand loin of venison in an ultra-modern, minimalist setting. Theambiance is powerbroker chic, and the service is top-notch. L, D,C, LS. $$$$

Spire, Nine Zero Hotel, 90 Tremont St., 617-772-0202. Alluringlyensconced in Boston’s most fashionable luxury boutique hotel,Spire features a striking interior and chef Gabriel Frasca’s cuisine,which combines flavors from France, Italy, Spain and Portugal withseasonal New England ingredients. Named one of “America’s 50Best Hotel Restaurants” by Food and Wine. B, L, D LS, VP. $$$$

FRENCH COUNTRY

Hungry i, 711/2 Charles St., 617-227-3524. This restored two-story Beacon Hill townhouse features three working fireplaces anda charming outdoor patio. Chef Peter Ballarin celebrates over 20years of romancing patrons with French country cuisine and hisflair for creative desserts. Signature dishes include venison aupoivre, braised rabbit a la moutard and turbin of sole. L Thu andFri only, noon–2 p.m.; D 5:30–9:30 p.m.; SB 11 a.m.–2 p.m.Private dining room available upon request. SEE LOCATOR #6 ONCENTER MAP. $$$$

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Florentine Cafe, 333 Hanover St., 617-227-1777. Revered by visitors and residents since its post-Prohibition debut, this historicNorth End cafe has become one of Boston’s culinary landmarks.Lobster ravioli with fresh tomatoes and lobster cream sauce,seared veal with grilled shrimp in Frangelico mushroom sauce,and grilled prosciutto-wrapped Angus beef with alfredo risotto arejust a few of the Italian wonders awaiting you in this charmingbistro setting. Daily noon–1 a.m. L, D, C. SEE LOCATOR #5 ONCENTER MAP. $$$

Lucca Restaurant & Bar, 226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200.Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2002, ZagatSurvey’s “Top New Restaurant 2002” and winner of Best ofBoston 2001, this new North End eatery is racking up accoladesfor its regional Italian cuisine, award-winning wine list, lively barand elegant atmosphere. D nightly 5–11 p.m.; weekends 5–11:30p.m.; bar menu ’til 12:15 a.m.; C ’til 1 a.m. VP. SEE LOCATOR #9ON CENTER MAP. $$$

Mamma Maria, 3 North Square, Prince and Garden Court streets,617-523-0077. “Best Italian Cuisine” (Frommer’s Boston 2005 ).“Mamma Maria stands for what Italian food is. Simplicity, qualityingredients and fun…the food of love.” (Emeril Lagasse, FoodNetwork, 2004). Set in a three-story, 19th-century brick row houseoverlooking North Square in the North End, Mamma Maria offerscharming views of the neighborhood and city skyline, as well as aWine Spectator Award-winning wine list. The seasonal menu fea-tures regional Italian dishes using local ingredients. Five privatedining rooms available. D Sun–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11p.m. Reservations accepted. VP. www.mammamaria.com. SEELOCATOR #10 ON CENTER MAP. $$$

Massimino’s Cucina Italiana, 207 Endicott St., 617-523-5959.Owner/chef Massimino was formerly head chef of England’sBirmingham Hotel, Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzerland’sMetropolitan Hotel. Elegant, comfortable surroundings. Specialtiesinclude: veal chop stuffed with arugula, prosciutto, smoked moz-zarella and black olives; and Norwegian salmon stuffed with esca-role and shrimp in a wild mushroom cream sauce. Parking nearby.L, D, LS, C. Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m.; Sunnoon–9 p.m. $

Teatro, 177 Tremont St., 617-778-6841. One of the hottestadditions to the Theatre District, Teatro’s reasonably pricedItalian-influenced menu was created by executive chef RobertJean with owner/chef Jamie Mammano. The restaurant hasbeen praised by foodies and critics alike, dubbed “Best Pre-Theatre Dining 2003” (Improper Bostonian) and “Best ItalianRestaurant 2003” (Boston magazine). D Mon–Sat 5 p.m.–mid-night; Sun 4–11 p.m. Matinee L Sat & Sun from 11:30 a.m.Reservations accepted. www.teatroboston.com $$$

MEDITERRANEAN

Bar 10, The Westin Hotel, Copley Place, 10 Huntington Ave.,617-424-7446. This sleek, contemporary bistro serves creativeMediterranean cuisine and offers an exceptional wine list. Enjoygrilled Greek salad flatbread pizza or tagliarini provencale in a cos-mopolitan atmosphere. L, D, C, LS. $$

Olives, 10 City Square, Charlestown, 617-242-1999. Celebritychef Todd English got his start with this local eatery and the


*The Green Dragon Tavern, 11 Marshall St., 617-367-0055.Boston’s premier 18th-century tavern, located on the Freedom Trail,is home to Boston’s only Guinness/Oyster Festival. Microbrews anda large selection of imported beers flow from its taps. Live enter-tainment nightly, with a traditional Irish seisiun (session) Sat 4–8p.m. L, D, C, Sat & SB. $

*Hennessy’s of Boston, 25 Union St., 617-742-2121. Locatednear Faneuil Hall, Hennessy’s serves up items like wood-grilled Irishsalmon, Kilmacalog chowder, shepherd’s pie, burgers, soups, saladsand a huge bar appetizer menu. An extensive beer and wine list, pri-vate snugs, farmer’s tables and a turf-burning fireplace. Featuringlive entertainment five nights a week and monthly performances bypop bands directly from Ireland. L, D, SB. $

ITALIAN

Antonio’s, 288 Cambridge St., 617-367-3310. One of Boston’s finestItalian restaurants (across from Massachusetts General Hospital onhistoric Beacon Hill). Traditional Italian food with nightly specials andcomplementing wine list. Specials include homemade fusilli, shrimpmargarita and chicken/sausage vinegar peppers and potatoes. L, DMon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. $

Caffe Pompei, 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei featuresa wide variety of coffee, 160 wines by the glass, Italian cordials,pizza, Italian sandwiches, homemade cannoli and ice creamimported from Italy. Open daily 4 p.m.–12:30 a.m.; B 8 a.m.–11:30p.m.; L 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; LS ’til 3:30 a.m. SEE LOCATOR #2 ONCENTER MAP. $

Caffe Vittoria, 296 Hanover St., 617-227-7606. This popularEuropean-style cafe in the North End offers a variety of desserts,cappuccino and espresso. Sun–Thu 8 a.m.–midnight, Fri & Sat ’til12:30 a.m. $

Caliterra, Wyndham Boston Hotel, 89 Broad St., 617-348-1234.Located in the heart of the Financial District, this casual, upscalerestaurant features Cal-Ital cuisine with seasonal New England fla-vors. B, L, D. $$

Ciao Bella, 240A Newbury St., 617-536-2626. Modern Italiandecor accented with marble and woodwork forms a graceful back-drop for the house specialty—chops. Fresh Alaskan king crab, ten-der lamb chops and veal chops head up the menu, accompanied bymoderately priced wines. L, D, LS daily; SB 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $$

Davide, 326 Commercial St., 617-227-5745. Located on Boston’sfamous North End waterfront, it features an upscale yet casualatmosphere with Northern Italian-inspired dishes. National awardsinclude the Zagat Award; The Five-Star Diamond Award—Top 50Italian Restaurants in the U.S.; and accolades from WineSpectator. Extensive award-winning wine list and full liquor selec-tion. Specialties include veal valdostana and grilled venison rack.All pastas and desserts made fresh on premises. Reservationsrecommended. Major credit cards accepted. L Mon–Fri 11:30a.m.–3 p.m.; D daily 5–10 p.m. C, VP. $$$

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, 75 Arlington St., 617-357-4810; Royal Sonesta Hotel, 5 Cambridge Parkway,Cambridge, 617-661-4810. Refer to listing under Steakhouses forfull description. $$$

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The Barking Crab, 88 Sleeper St., 617-426-CRAB. No frills, justdown-and-dirty dining at this ramshackle little clam shack thathas become a Boston dining institution. You’ll pluck mussels andsteamers from plastic buckets and drink wine out of styrofoamcups under a red and yellow outdoor tent brimming with commu-nal-style picnic tables. The fare includes fresh fish specials of theday, the Barking Crab cake burger and lobster and crabmeatrolls. L & D Sun–Wed 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 1 a.m.SEE LOCATOR #1 ON CENTER MAP. $$

Chart House, 60 Long Wharf, 617-227-1576. The ChartHouse boasts an impressive menu of fresh seafood, steaksand more. Surrounded by waterfront views, the eatery offersspecialties like the crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer;shrimp fresca; macadamia crusted mahi-mahi; slow roastedprime rib; and its signature dessert—hot chocolate lava cake.Private parties for 30 or more by reservation only. L, D, C. $$$

Dolphin Seafood, 1105 Mass Ave., Harvard Square,Cambridge, 617-661-2937; 12 Washington St., Natick, 508-655-0669. Its motto is “Fish fresher than ours hasn’t beencaught yet.” These family-owned restaurants, which haveserved the local community since 1974, offer seafood hand-picked every morning from the Boston piers. Relax in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Specials include: salmon,scrod, seafood combination plates, clambake dinners andsteamed lobsters, complemented by their famous “Dolphintini” cocktail. L & D Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.www.dolphinseafood.com $$

Gourmeli’s Seafood, Marriott Copley Place, 110 HuntingtonAve., 617-236-5800 ext. 6741. Enjoy the sushi bar or indulge infresh lobster, swordfish and more. Offering an array of fresh NewEngland seafood and entrees. B, L, D. $$$

Great Bay, Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-5300. Christopher Myers and chef Michael Schlow (Radius,Via Matta) present their unique take on the seafood and raw barconcepts. This eclectic space in Kenmore Square serves delec-table fare such as fish tacos and the acclaimed baked stuffedlobster. L, D, SB, C, LS. $$$

Harborside Grill, Hyatt Harborside, 101 Harborside Drive,617-568-6060. The Harborside Grill offers panoramic views ofthe Boston skyline from every seat in the dining room. Duringthe day, the casual atmosphere makes it a welcoming locationfor a cup of coffee or bowl of chowder. In the evening, the Grillis transformed into a sophisticated dining room featuring freshNew England seafood. Open daily 6 a.m.–10 p.m. B, L, D, SB,C, LS, VP. $$$

Jasper White’s Summer Shack, 50 Dalton St., 617-867-9955;149 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-520-9500. World-renowned chef, cookbook author and Boston foodie godfatherJasper White brings his extensive knowledge of seafood and NewEngland fare to the Back Bay and Cambridge. For a casual nightout, the restaurant offers the freshest seafood available, includingthe chef’s famous pan-roasted lobster, hearty chowders, grilledfish, award-winning fried chicken and an unparalleled raw bar.Boston: Daily 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m., raw bar Thu–Sat ’til 1 a.m.Cambridge: L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Lighter fare servedfrom 3–5 p.m.; D Mon–Thu 5–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun3–9 p.m. SEE LOCATOR #7 ON CENTER MAP. $$$


Charlestown flagship restaurant is still the unparalleled king of hisendeavors. Sample English’s multi-layered, ingredient rich, pan-Mediterranean creations. Reservations are not accepted, so arriveearly and be prepared to wait. D. $$$$

MUSEUM DINING

Bravo, Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., 617-369-3474.Bravo is an exciting addition to the culinary offerings at the MFA.Chef Benjamin Cevelo brings the creative flair he developed whileworking with Wolfgang Puck, offering a light, eclectic and contem-porary menu. The restaurant is a work of art itself, with bold colorsand clean lines created by famed restaurant designer Peter Niemitz.The inviting, warm ambiance complements a rotating selection ofsome of the MFA’s modern masterpieces. L daily 11:30 a.m.–3p.m.; D Wed–Fri 5:30–8:30 p.m.; SB 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. $$$

Museum of Science, Science Park, 617-723-2500. Dinner and amovie is old news—today it’s brunch and a movie at the noontimeSkyline Sunday Brunch, offering views of the Charles River and theCambridge and Boston skylines. The package includes tickets to thenewest IMAX film in the Mugar Omni Theatre, admission to theexhibit halls and free parking. Tickets: $32; seniors $31; children$30. Reservations recommended. The Science Street Cafe offersappetizers and drinks before or after viewing the exhibit hall, Frifrom 6–10 p.m. $

NEW ENGLAND

*Durgin-Park, 340 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-227-2038. ABoston landmark in historic Faneuil Hall (where your grandfatherand great-grandfather may have dined) features steaks, chops andseafood in a New England tradition. Piano and oyster bars openlate. L, D. $

Henrietta’s Table, The Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Cambridge,617-661-5005. “Fresh and Honest” is its creed. Nothing but locallygrown and organic produce are used to create a lively and texturedmenu of reinterpreted New England classics. Daily specials featurethe best available fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry and meats, pre-pared in an open kitchen. Private dining room available. B Mon–Fri6:30–11 a.m., Sat 7–11 a.m., Sun 7–10:30 a.m.; Sat and SBnoon–3 p.m.; L Mon–Sat noon–3 p.m.; D daily 5:30–10 p.m. $

Sheraton Commander Restaurant, 16 Garden St., HarvardSquare, Cambridge, 617-234-1365. New England-style cuisine in a relaxed, elegant setting with a casual atmosphere. B, L,D, SB. $$

SEAFOOD

Anthony’s Pier 4, 140 Northern Ave., 617-482-6262. For 42years, this world-renowned institution has catered to a local,national and international clientele with its incomparable selec-tions and innovative preparations. Featuring Maine lobster fromits own lobster company, fresh New England seafood, importedDover sole, prime steaks and a wine list of more than 500selections. The dining room offers exquisite views of BostonHarbor and the city skyline. L & D Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–10p.m., Sat noon–11 p.m., Sun noon–10 p.m. $$

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STEAKHOUSES

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, 75 Arlington St., 617-357-4810; Royal Sonesta Hotel, 5 Cambridge Parkway,Cambridge, 617-661-4810. The menu includes selections of thefinest cuts of meats, homemade pastas, fresh seafood andmore. Enjoy lighter fare and a late night menu in the spaciousbar and parlor area. The Park Square location is close to thetheater, historic sites, shopping and includes function space for10–300 people, while the Cambridge location on the banks ofthe Charles River features an outdoor patio and a spectacularview of the Boston skyline. L Mon–Fri 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; DSun–Tue 5–10 p.m., Wed–Sat ’til 11 p.m.; C, VP.www.davios.com. SEE LOCATOR #3 ON CENTER MAP. $$$

*The Oak Room, 138 St. James Ave., Fairmont Copley PlazaHotel, 617-267-5300. This sophisticated restaurant offers a tra-ditional steakhouse menu of prime steaks, generous chops andfresh New England seafood. Replete with stately wood panelingand accented with rich draperies and wall ornaments for acomfortable yet elegant feel. B, L, D daily. The Oak Bar special-izes in classic and contemporary martinis, offering a raw barand the complete Oak Room menu. $$$$

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Ye Olde Union Oyster House, 41 Union St., 617-227-2750.Steps away from Quincy Market on the Freedom Trail standsAmerica’s oldest restaurant, serving Yankee-style seafood,flame-grilled beef and chicken. Famous for its oyster bar whereDaniel Webster dined daily. Specialties include clam chowder,shrimp, swordfish, seafood platters and fresh lobster. L, DSun–Thu 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 10 p.m. VP.www.unionoysterhouse.com $$$

SOUTHWESTERN

Cottonwood Cafe, 222 Berkeley St., 617-247-2225. Specialtiesinclude open-grill steaks, poultry, seafood, pasta and vegetariandishes. Voted “Boston’s Best Southwestern Restaurant” and“Boston’s Best Margarita.” Reservations recommended. Privatefunction rooms. Two hours free validated parking. L Mon–Fri11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; D daily ’til 11 p.m.; Sat & SB 11 a.m.–3p.m. C, LS, VP. www.cottonwoodboston.com $$

Fajitas & ’Ritas, 25 West St., 617-426-1222; 1237 Hancock St.,Quincy Center, 617-774-1200. Established in 1989, Fajitas &’Ritas is an easygoing, fun restaurant and bar which featuresfresh, healthy Tex-Mex and barbecue cuisine. The award-winninglocations stress generous portions, affordable prices, open casualspace and prompt, friendly service, and is a great place to throw


Jimmy’s Harborside, 242 Northern Ave., 617-423-1000.Since 1924, visitors and natives alike have found Jimmy’sHarborside to be among New England’s most famous land-marks. From the waterfront location, you’ll enjoy world-renowned seafood and views of historic Boston Harbor. Featuresaward-winning chowders, Maine lobster, traditional Boston had-dock and jumbo baked stuffed shrimp. A substantial, acclaimedwine list is modestly priced. Mon–Thu noon–9:30 p.m., Fri &Sat ’til 10 p.m., Sun 4–9 p.m. VP. SEE LOCATOR #8 ON CENTERMAP. $$$

Legal Sea Foods Restaurant, 26 Park Plaza, Park SquareMotor Mart, 617-426-4444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-227-3115; Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., 617-266-7775;Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; 5 CambridgeCenter, Kendall Square, Cambridge, 617-864-3400; other loca-tions. For more than 50 years, Legal Sea Foods has served thefreshest seafood possible, including oysters, wood grilled fish,succulent New England lobsters and its famous clam “chowda.”Extensive wine list. L & D. $$$

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, Boston ParkPlaza Hotel, 34 Columbus Ave., 617-482-3999; Faneuil HallMarketplace, North Market, 617-720-5522. Recognized nation-wide for its fresh seafood and lively atmosphere, McCormick &Schmick’s offers more than 30 varieties of fresh seafood, as wellas steak, chicken and pasta dishes and a unique menu thatchanges daily. L daily 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; D Sun–Thu 4–11:30 p.m.,Fri & Sat 4 p.m.–midnight. Bar open daily ’til 1:30 a.m. Barmenu Mon–Fri 3:30–6:30 p.m., Sat & Sun 10 p.m.–midnight.Casual attire. $$$

Oceana, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, 296 State St., 617-227-3838. One of Boston’s premier seafood spots. Boasting a breath-taking view of the Harbor, Oceana offers uniquely prepared freshseafood. B, L, D, SB. $$

Skipjack’s Seafood Emporium, 199 Clarendon St., CopleySquare, 617-536-3500; 1400 Worcester Rd. (Rte. 9), Natick,508-628-9900; 55 Needham St., Newton, 617-964-4244. Enjoyfresh-grilled seafood in a comfortable atmosphere. Specialtiesinclude blackened tuna sashimi, Skipjack’s moonfish, Marylandcrabcakes and lobsters. Winner of Best of Boston 2003 awardfor seafood restaurant. Swing with the Winiker Orchestra JazzBrunch Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Boston: L & D Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m. Newton: L & D 11:30 a.m.– 10:30p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun ’til 9 p.m. $$

Turner Fisheries, Westin Hotel Copley Place, corner of Stuartand Dartmouth Streets, 617-424-7425. Seafood, honest and cur-rent, is on the menu at one of Boston’s newest and grandestseafood restaurants. Known for its fresh seafood and winner ofseveral regional awards, Turner’s features seven-foot-highFrench windows, swooping Hollywood banquettes, mahoganypaneling and cobalt blue tile. Private dining rooms accommodate10–140 guests. Discounted VP at The Westin Hotel Copley Place.L, D, C, LS. $$$

Wisteria, Doubletree Hotel Boston, 821 Washington St., 617-956-7900. This restaurant and bar with a nouveau Asian twistoffers an innovative menu that synthesizes New Englandseafood and Asian cuisine. Impeccable service and attention todetail are apparent, from the unique presentation of entrees on

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stone streets and has been home to wave after wave of new immigrants. Today, the North Endremains one of the most European neighborhoods in America. Here’s a look at what you’ll find:


Revere on his jaunt through the countryside.

And Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, founded in

1660 as the Hub’s second cemetery, provided

the final resting place of many famous colo-

nials, such as the Puritan preachers of the

Mather family, including Salem Witch Trial-

era firebrand Cotton Mather, and Edmund

Hartt, whose shipyard constructed the U.S.

Navy’s flagship U.S.S. Constitution.

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North End observes many traditions imported

from the shores of Europe. One such annual

rite is the weekly Italian feasts and proces-sions, kept alive by immigrants and their

descendents, that take place throughout the

summer and enliven this already spirited

locale.These spectacles usually celebrate the

patron saints of Italian villages and center

around jubilant parades of the saints’ statues

through the North End’s winding roadways.

Food vendors, hawking everything from

sausage to calamari, add their own flavor to

the scene.

If you’re looking for belly laughs instead

of a full belly, have a seat at the ImprovAsylum on Hanover Street to take in the wild

antics of this innovative comedy troupe.The

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its original North End venue.

And if you haven’t had enough of good old

Paul Revere, check out Paul Revere Tonight,which runs at the Old North Church during

the summer and fall. Award-winning actor

David Conner re-creates this legendary figure

and tells the oft-untold stories of Revere’s

upbringing and his midnight ride.

See listings in Currently and Sightseeing.

FOODThe North End is widely known for its abun-

dance of Italian restaurants.The cuisine is

authentic and consistently delicious, whether

Old World Sicilian, traditional Northern

Italian or Mediterranean fusion. And though

the ambience can be boisterous, romantic or

somewhere in between, the setting is usually

intimate, with patrons rubbing elbows with

one another in crowded dining rooms—it’s all

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circa 1680, was occupied by the famed silver-

smith/patriot/midnight rider and his family

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Caffé Pompei

Restaurant open daily from 4 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.Serving Breakfast from 8 a.m.to 11:30 a.m. and Lunch from

11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Late night menu available’til 3:30 a.m.

SPECIALIZING INITALIAN CUISINE

280 HANOVER ST.NORTH END

BOSTON, MA 02113TEL: 617-227-1562FAX: 617-227-1562

617.720.0422

WWW.DOLCEVITARISTORANTE.COM

617.720.0422

WWW.DOLCEVITARISTORANTE.COM

221 HANOVER STREET | BOSTON | MA221 HANOVER STREET | BOSTON | MA

ANTIPASTIFagottini ai Funghi di Bosco:

Puff pastry stuffed with wild

mushrooms and fontina

cheese in a marsala sauce

Capesante a Forno:

Roasted scallops in a red

pepper sauce with basil oil

PRIMIFusilli alla Boscaiola:

Hand-rolled pasta with wild

mushroom, prosciutto in a

parmigiano cream sauce

PESCETonno e Capesante Balsamico:

Pan-seared tuna and scallop

in a balsamic reduction with

fresh diced tomato and basil

CARNICarre D’Angello all’Aglio e

Rosmarino: Roasted rack

of lamb with a roasted

garlic and rosemary crust

in Barolo wine

326 Commercial St., 617-227-5745 www.daviderestaurant.com

An integral part of the North End’s diningscene for over 20 years, Davide first openedin 1982. While reflecting the rich traditions

of Northern Italy, the dishes amaze diners with theiroriginality. Davide has earned numerous accoladesover the years, including recognition as one of thenation’s top 50 Italian restaurants, and boasts oneof the finest wine lists in the city.


60 Long Wharf, 617-227-1576 chart-house.com

Let Chart House take you to a place wheretime stands still, the historic HancockCounting House. This Boston landmark once

housed the offices of John Hancock, an AmericanPatriot. Experience our million dollar renovationwhile you savor a seamless blend of high qualityseafood and steaks, service and atmosphere.

C H A R T H O U S E

RAW BARCrab,Avocado and Mango Stack

Seared Peppered Ahi Tuna

Shrimp Cocktail

APPETIZERSCoconut Crunchy Shrimp

Lobster Spring Rolls

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

SEAFOODSteamed Maine Lobster

Dynamite Mahi Mahi

Herb Crusted Salmon

Spiced Yellowfin Ahi

Pan Seared Sea Scallops

Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Alaskan King Crab Legs

Dungeness Crab Clusters

PRIME RIB & STEAKSPrime Rib

Filet Mignon

New York Strip

Tenderloin Medallions

DESSERTHot Chocolate Lava Cake

Raspberry Crème Brulée

D A V I D EC U V É E


BOSTON’S TABLESYour guide to dining out in the Hub

o n t h e m e n u

SMALL PLATESSzechwan Lobster over

vegetable beurre blanc

Roasted Duck Pot-stickers

Wild Mushroom Ravioli in a

herbed truffle broth

Smoked Salmon-wrapped

Sea Scallops over béarnaise

“The Filet”—poached filet

mignon with roasted new

potatoes, asparagus spears

and béarnaise sauce.

“Pan-seared Tuna Steak”—

roasted peppers, ginger shiitake

mushrooms & bok choy

“The Veal”—sautéed cutlet

topped with Alaskan king

crab, chives, shallots,

asparagus and hollandaise

Roast Chicken Pasta Ravioli

in a farmers vegetable broth

254 Newbury Street, 617-536-7077 www.cuveeboston.com

Intimately elegant, Cuvée offers the utmost in hospitality and unmatched contemporaryAmerican cuisine paired with its passionately

crafted, Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.Enjoy a sampling of delectable small plates or an entrée specialty, or come for a regularlyscheduled wine dinner. Lunch and dinner areserved daily, with brunch on Saturday andSunday, and patio dining is available.

ENTRÉE SPECIALTIES

BOSTON’S TABLES d i n i n g s p o t l i g h t


combos from such items as fried, BBQ and

grilled garlic shrimp paired with the half slab of

pork ribs, smothered in Dick’s tangy BBQ sauce.

Most meals come with Dick’s fries,

lightly seasoned, hand-cut master-

pieces that any potato aficionado

could appreciate, and crunchy, fresh

cole slaw that might actually win

over those who would usually push

it aside.

Ending an evening at Dick’s the

right way is easy with selections

like the triple chocolate cake, a

decadent, almost sinful, combina-

tion of rich chocolate cake and hot

fudge that is best shared.

Stuffing one’s belly to the burst-

ing point is not the only activity to

engage in at Dick’s. Live bands per-

form nightly into the wee hours of the morning.

So whether you’re after a satisfying, gut-busting

meal, a fun night on the town, or even both, Dick’s

Last Resort is the place to park your keister for

a good time. As for parking your car, Dick’s

offers free validated parking after 5 p.m. in

the Prudential Center garage.

Battle-scarred wooden tables, plain paper

placemats, heaping buckets of hearty food

brought to you by a waitstaff unafraid to

speak plainly and trade a friendly

barb—that’s what you can expect at

Dick’s Last Resort. A down-to-earth

decor and lively atmosphere are fur-

ther signs that Dick’s is the place to

be if you’re in the mood for robust,

no-frills, decorum-be-damned dining.

Appetizers like the succulent,

flavorful Alaskan king crab legs and

the spicy boneless Buffalo tenders are

a fine way to commence; when

servers promptly fit you with plastic

bibs, you’ll know you’ve made the

right choice, even if not the tidiest.

And when Dick’s promises buckets of

food, it’s no mere metaphor: for those

that order the crab legs and other select items,

actual buckets of hot, steaming food are placed

before you.

For those so inclined, surf and turf could

certainly become a running theme.The tender,

juicy lobster and snooty filet mignon entree is

the best of both worlds, and diners can create

DICK’S LAST RESORT

DICK’S LASTRESORT

Prudential Center 55 Huntington Ave.

617-267-8080Refer to Restaurant

Guide, page 61

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Dick’s is the

place for

robust, no-frills,

decorum-be-

damned dining.

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