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New Year's Eve

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Celebrate New Year's Eve in the South End

Ring in the new year at one of these celebrations right here in the neighborhood.

Whether or not you're ready for it, 2012 is coming to a close soon. What better way than to ring in the new year than to celebrate with your family or friends right here in the South End neighborhood? Here's what a few area places have planned for New Year's Eve: The Beehive Restaurant - 541 Tremont Street Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, 9 p.m. Highlights: The Beehive hosts its 6th annual New Year’s Eve gala celebration with sultry Parisian burlesque performances (by NYC’s hotties Francine “The Lucid Dream” & Essence Revealed) and sounds of Amy Lynn & The Gun Show. There will be a buffet of hors d’oeuvres and desserts and a toast a midnight. Cost: $115 with food buffet, $75 without food. See here for more information.  Boston Center for the Arts - …

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

First Night Parking Restrictions

Parking spaces will be scarce in Downtown Boston Saturday.

The following information is from the Boston Transportation Department: Boston Transportation Commissioner Thomas J. Tinlin is advising drivers that parking and traffic restrictions will be implemented in Downtown Boston on Saturday, Dec. 31, due to the city’s annual First Night activities. The use of public transportation is strongly encouraged. Those who feel the need to drive in should plan to park in off-street lots and garages. Public safety is Boston’s first consideration. Cars parked in violation of any of the city’s basic public safety regulations, such as at hydrants, within 20 feet of an intersection, in crosswalks or at handicap ramps, will be subject to towing. In addition, in Boston’s neighborhoods, visitors should be careful …

Mayor Menino Urges Bostonians to Celebrate Responsibly

Calls first night "one of our city's greatest traditions."

The following was sent over by the city of Boston. Today, Mayor Thomas M. Menino held his annual First Night public safety conference, encouraging people to come to Boston to ring in the New Year during Boston's 36th Annual First Night celebration. Joined by officials from the Boston Police Department, Boston Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services and the MBTA, Mayor Menino reminded revelers to celebrate the holiday safely and encouraged people to take advantage of public transportation when traveling through the city. “Boston’s First Night celebration is one of our city’s greatest traditions.  It’s a fun event for families and an opportunity to gather with friends and neighbors to celebrate our diverse cultures and ring in the new …

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