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2012 Fenway Studios Open House November 3rd & 4th

The Fenway Studios Open House is an event we look forward to each year, and it's happening this weekend. More than 25 members of this not-for-profit artists' cooperative will open their studios, and in some cases their homes, to visitors.

Artist, Robert Baart has been kind enought to keep us informed of happenings around this historically important organization and building. (That's Robert in the photo above.) He recently alerted us to something we are excited to photograph!

"At the Fenway Studios we have just finished a restoration of our magnificent front door. It was a project done by a group of members spearheaded by current president David Lowrey. It's how it looked in 1905 when the Fenway Studios was constructed."

We have our own system for enjoying the open house. Each year we try to concentrate on one or two floors so that we can do more than a quick walk through of each offering. It also allows us to relax and admire the architecture of this treasured building on our annual opportuntity to spend some time inside.

Viewing an artist's work in their studio setting is just one aspect of this event. (And, you really must see these Robert Baart pieces in person – photos could never capture all the subtle nuances.)

Some works are still on easels with the palette and color pots present.

Should you find an artist whose work touches your soul, you are in a place where they can pull a piece from their storage bins that they think you would love.

Event Details:

Who: Fenway Studios

What: Annual Fall Open House for the General Public

Where: 30 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215 (map)

When: Saturday & Sunday, November 3rd & 4th, 11am-5pm

Cost: FREE

Reservations: Not required.

Parking: Limited street parking (metered) & special rate at a local parking lot.

Nearest MBTA: Hynes (Green line) #1 Bus, #55 Bus

More Open House details: Click here

Related links:

Here's Penny's Gallery of Fenway Studios photos

Here are some photos of the building

Meet Fenway Studio's Artist Nan Hass Feldman

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino

Photography: © 2010 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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November 2, 2012
2012 Fenway Studios Open House November 3rd & 4th

The Fenway Studios Open House is an event we look forward to each year, and it's happening this weekend. More than 25 members of this not-for-profit artists' cooperative will open their studios, and in some cases their homes, to visitors.

Artist, Robert Baart has been kind enought to keep us informed of happenings around this historically important organization and building. (That's Robert in the photo above.) He recently alerted us to something we are excited to photograph!

"At the Fenway Studios we have just finished a restoration of our magnificent front door. It was a project done by a group of members spearheaded by current president David Lowrey. It's how it looked in 1905 when the Fenway Studios was constructed."

We have our own system for enjoying the open house. Each year we try to concentrate on one or two floors so that we can do more than a quick walk through of each offering. It also allows us to relax and admire the architecture of this treasured building on our annual opportuntity to spend some time inside.

Viewing an artist's work in their studio setting is just one aspect of this event. (And, you really must see these Robert Baart pieces in person – photos could never capture all the subtle nuances.)

Some works are still on easels with the palette and color pots present.

Should you find an artist whose work touches your soul, you are in a place where they can pull a piece from their storage bins that they think you would love.

Event Details:

Who: Fenway Studios

What: Annual Fall Open House for the General Public

Where: 30 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215 (map)

When: Saturday & Sunday, November 3rd & 4th, 11am-5pm

Cost: FREE

Reservations: Not required.

Parking: Limited street parking (metered) & special rate at a local parking lot.

Nearest MBTA: Hynes (Green line) #1 Bus, #55 Bus

More Open House details: Click here

Related links:

Here's Penny's Gallery of Fenway Studios photos

Here are some photos of the building

Meet Fenway Studio's Artist Nan Hass Feldman

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Post Details:

Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino

Photography: © 2010 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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November 2, 2012
2012 Fenway Studios Open House November 3rd & 4th

The Fenway Studios Open House is an event we look forward to each year, and it's happening this weekend. More than 25 members of this not-for-profit artists' cooperative will open their studios, and in some cases their homes, to visitors.

Artist, Robert Baart has been kind enought to keep us informed of happenings around this historically important organization and building. (That's Robert in the photo above.) He recently alerted us to something we are excited to photograph!

"At the Fenway Studios we have just finished a restoration of our magnificent front door. It was a project done by a group of members spearheaded by current president David Lowrey. It's how it looked in 1905 when the Fenway Studios was constructed."

We have our own system for enjoying the open house. Each year we try to concentrate on one or two floors so that we can do more than a quick walk through of each offering. It also allows us to relax and admire the architecture of this treasured building on our annual opportuntity to spend some time inside.

Viewing an artist's work in their studio setting is just one aspect of this event. (And, you really must see these Robert Baart pieces in person – photos could never capture all the subtle nuances.)

Some works are still on easels with the palette and color pots present.

Should you find an artist whose work touches your soul, you are in a place where they can pull a piece from their storage bins that they think you would love.

Event Details:

Who: Fenway Studios

What: Annual Fall Open House for the General Public

Where: 30 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215 (map)

When: Saturday & Sunday, November 3rd & 4th, 11am-5pm

Cost: FREE

Reservations: Not required.

Parking: Limited street parking (metered) & special rate at a local parking lot.

Nearest MBTA: Hynes (Green line) #1 Bus, #55 Bus

More Open House details: Click here

Related links:

Here's Penny's Gallery of Fenway Studios photos

Here are some photos of the building

Meet Fenway Studio's Artist Nan Hass Feldman

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Post Details:

Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino

Photography: © 2010 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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November 2, 2012
Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

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October 5, 2012
Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

Related Post: What's Open on Columbus Day 2012 in Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

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Screengrab from Opening Our Doors 2012

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October 5, 2012
Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

Related Post: What's Open on Columbus Day 2012 in Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

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Screengrab from Opening Our Doors 2012

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October 5, 2012
UBER: On-Call Car Service in Boston

This year, we added one more option to our car-free lifestyle. UBER offered a discounted $40 introductory package on Gilt City Boston and we bought it. Since then, we've treated ourselves to a few UBER rides and are ready to recommend it to you at today's Friday Link.

Test Drives!

Our first trip was to the preview opening of the Gardner Museum. It seemed like a festive event and our schedule for the day was heavy, so to enjoy more time exploring the museum, we decided to take a ride there and then on to our next destination.

We used the UBER iPhone app to request a car. We watched the app as the photo of the driver who had accepted our request popped up, then followed his movement on a map as he approached from about seven minutes away. Unlike a taxi, we knew where he was and that he was really on his way to our location. When he arrived out front, he called to let us know.

We enjoyed a couple of hours exploring the new and old spaces at the Gardner, had a meal at Cafe G, and then pulled up the UBER app and requested a ride to our next destination. This time, our driver hit some traffic and called to say he'd be a few minutes longer. He arrived, quicker than expected, and called to tell us he was in front of the door.

Another evening, we tested the service on a rain-soaked trip through rush hour and baseball traffic to an event in the Fenway area. Each time, we've been happy that we were in the care of a completely professional, attentive driver whose only concern was making our day a bit better and getting us calmly and safely to our destination.

Last week we found a perfect use of UBER– a pick up from a medical procedure. For Penny, it was an appointment at Mass Eye and Ear that left her dilated eyes half-blind in the blazing sun. Rather than fumble around trying to find a cab, she called UBER. Her driver, Sal arrived in minutes, handed her into his clean, comfortable car, found a way out of the traffic jam surrounding the hospital area, and even offered to assist her into our building.

For Us, It's Worth the Price!

Yes, UBER costs a bit more than a taxi. But, it costs less than a scheduled car service for trips like these. The cars are clean, the drivers professional, and we enjoy the difference.

Since we don't own a car and usually walk, take the MBTA, use Zipcars, or rentals, UBER fits nicely into our transportation scheme. We look forward to using UBER in the other cities, like New York, where it's also available.

DISCOUNTS!!

This UBER link will give you a $10 credit to get you started and they will also send a reward our way.

And, if you click on the Zipcar box over to the left, you can get a driving credit to start you off when you join and we'll also have some Zip added to our account.

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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May 25, 2012
Northeastern, Forsyth and Hemenway: Where to Find Food Trucks

As these rolling restaurants expand their reach and numbers throughout the Boston area, we’re Food Truck Tracking– checking out some of their favorite nesting spots, and what you’ll find when you get there. -The BostonZest Team!

Fenway- Northeastern- Forsyth and Hemenway Streets

Location: The intersection of Forsyth and Hemenway Streets. (map)

MBTA Link: Take a Green Line E train and get off at the Northeastern stop.

More info @: Boston's Food Truck Page, Hub Food trucks, or on the Street Food Boston app.

How many trucks: One truck at a time.

Who's here: The schedule calls for Mei Mei Street Kitchen, Roxy's Grilled Cheese, Frozen Hoagies and Boston Speed Dog. (Update: May 3, 2012: Check the latest feeds from these trucks. Steve at Hub Food trucks tells us there have been some changes to the schedule.)



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What we had: The opening day of Mei Mei drew us out to this spot. Our lunch was "Beef & Cheese Dumplings," "Porky Mac & Cheese," "Supah Spicy Magic Brownies," and "Crimson Berry Iced Tea."

Hours and dates: So far, some Tuesday through Friday lunch and dinner slots are filled here.

Tips: If you crave shade on a summer afternoon, the open space east of the building where the truck parks is a nice strip of shady grass that everyone seems to use for sitting and walking between streets.

And, if you are visiting the Museum of Fine Arts, a visit to a food truck might be just the break you need in a long day of viewing treasures.



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Where to Eat: There are benches up towards the museum, grassy lawns for picnic style dining, stone seating on Forsyth Street and a few tables in front of a Northeastern building on the corner.

Where to eat inside: We'll leave this one to you. Let us know if you have a good idea for a place to dine inside in the winter.

Restrooms: You could check in the Northeastern campus buildings where the public is allowed. If you're a member of the Museum of Fine Arts, you can use your free admission to access their facilities. If you know of a spot or two, add them to the Universal Hub Wicked Good Guide to Boston Restrooms so the rest of us can find them.

Bonus points for: A super friendly crowd of food truck lovers! The line was filled with happy, fun folks.

For more of our Food Truck/Street Food coverage: click here. Or, anytime you visit BostonZest, you can click on the "Food Truck/Street Food" tab at the top of the page.

Link: Boston Food Truck Location Map

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2012 Ed & Penny Cherubino

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May 2, 2012
Dot by Dot: Recent Work by Artist Bob Oppenheim

Tonight, a show of recent work by our friend, Bob Oppenheim opens at the Trustman Art Gallery at Simmons College. This is a great opportuntiy to not only see some of Bob's work but also to add another venue for exploring art to your leisure time list. The gallery exhibits the work of professional artists and has a yearly exhibition of student work.

Dot by Dot

April 30-June1, 2012

Monday through Friday 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m

Gallery reception, Tuesday May 1, 5pm-7pm

Closed May 18th

Trustman Art Gallery
Main College Building, Fourth Floor
300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02115-5898 (map)

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April 30, 2012
Ring for the Gardener!

Our Saturday photos this week were taken while walking through the Victory Gardens in the Fenway. We spotted something that seemed a bit out of place.

Guess this is one gardener who wasn't about to get away from it all.

We couldn't quite follow where this cord was going or "growing."

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February 25, 2012