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Three Exhibitions to Visit at the Museum of Fine Arts: Matisse, Cunningham, and Revival Jewelry

One of the best things about being a member of the Museum of Fine Arts is the ability to stop in often and see some of the featured topics or exhibitions (large and small) as they call them. We included three on a recent visit.

The major event of the summer is "Matisse in the Studio." It was interesting to see the collection of objects he used as inspiration for his work. It was also great to see more of his sculpture. Unfortunately our time viewing this collection was spoiled by a disruptive visitor, so we did hurry through.

This chair and the shadows it cast fascinated Penny.

She couldn't resist creating her own artwork from Matisse's studio inspiration object.

We were ready for a quiet break and Matisse inspired lunch at Bravo. We enjoyed duck liver paté, a dish of mushroom pasta, and sipped an excellent Rosé from Provence. It was a meal, we think, Matisse might have enjoyed.

After lunch, we visited "Imogen Cunningham: In Focus" in the Herb Ritts gallery. We love the fact that the MFA is paying attention to great photography.

The hit of the day for both of us was the outstanding design and craftsmanship in the "Past Is Present: Revival Jewelry" collection. Be sure to pay very close attention to the micromosaic items in the cases. It could be easy to miss the fact that these images are made up of hundreds of tiny, tiny bits of material.

While you have a bit more time to see the other exhibitions, Imogen Cunningham: In Focus ends June 18th.

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What’s Happening Around Boston in February 2015

Okay team, it's time for us to share some of the pastimes and events that we're looking forward to this February.

Abolitionist Lucy Stone gazes at slave Phillis Wheatley on the Boston Women's Memorial on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

Black History Month

This month has a theme, Black History Month, that fits into Boston's historical culture. The people of Boston were an important part of the abolitionist movement. We have a wonderful Black Heritage Trail and this year the Museum of Fine arts has some exceptional offerings like the Gordon Parks exhibition. In a city with so much history, it can be good to focus on one aspect like this, from time to time.

Abolitionist William Lloyd Garrison sits two blocks away on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

February Events

If you're a visitor to Boston, you should know that we have a long weekend on February 14-16 to celebrate Presidents' Day.

That weekend is also Valentine's Day so restaurant and hotel reservations may be a bit tighter. And, Valentine's Day is an event where many restaurants have special prix fixe menus offering less choice, higher prices, and often lower quality. Here's a link our post: Where to Dine Valentine's Day 2015 – Ideas for Romantic Dining in Boston.

On the other hand, some hotels will be offering special romantic packages since this is not the busiest month of the year. Locals might consider a staycation weekend tucked into a romantic hotel in the city.

Few Conventions This Month

On the convention front, there are just two events that might impact hotel prices. One in the seaport area, where it will have much less impact on the lives of Bostonians and visitors, is projecting about 16,000 visitors from the 4th to the 6th. And, at the Hynes in the Back Bay, 5,000 conventioneers are expected on the 26th and 27th.

Penny has started this same conversion over on the Trip Advisor Boston Forum to give some background for visitors to our fair city and for the locals who volunteer on that forum to trade ideas with one another. You'll find additional ideas at this link.

Your Turn

We hope you'll join in and make this a conversation here. Add your comments below or follow us on Twitter and send your ideas to us there. Just put @BostonZest in your message and we'll get it.

Who's next?

What are your favorite February pastimes?

What events are you planning to attend this month?

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2015 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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What’s Open in Boston on Memorial Day 2013
UPDATE: Here's a link to our latest post on "What's Open and Closed on Memorial Day in Boston + MBTA Schedules, Parking, Trash & More"

Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston and the MBTA schedules for Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2013. We have the information you need on parking, street cleaning, trash, and other happenings this weekend.

Include a visit to the swans at the Boston Public Garden over the weekend!

Restaurants, bars: Open

Convenience stores: Open

Supermarkets: Open

Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

Liquor stores: Closed (See this page from the Secretary of State)

City, Town, State, and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the stock markets in the United State closed. Some international markets are open.

Boston Parking: You don't have to feed the meters. Other parking rules apply. The Tow Lot is CLOSED Saturday 5/25 1PM – Tuesday 5/28 7AM.

Street Sweeping: The city site says: "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect. Constituents are advised to call 617-635-4500 for exact details."

Update from the Boston Transportation Department 05.24.13 : There are two traffic advisories in effect for this weekend
- The Boston Strong One Run will take place on Saturday, May 25th.
- The Run to Remember Road Race will take place on Sunday, May 26th.
- Click here for details on the street closings and routes for these events.
More information after this ad

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Boston Trash Collection: The announcement from Public Works states:

"Monday May 27, 2013

No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End

Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury."

MBTA Schedule Changes

While it is live, here's a link to the MBTA's Memorial Day Schedule. And, you can download the same information here: Download MBTA Memorial Day
- Subways will operate on a Sunday schedule
- Buses will run on a Sunday schedule with some exceptions shown on the link or download above
- Hingham & Qunicy Ferries will operate on a weekday schedule
- Charlestown Ferry will run on a weekend schedule
- Commuter Rail will run on a Sunday Schedule with no service for Fairmount, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth, and Needham lines
- Those who use THE RIDE should call the service directly about Memorial Day.
* For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Communications Department at 617-222-3200 (TTY: 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com.

Bonus: Free Memorial Day Community Weekend at the Museum of Fine Arts

Details:

Writers: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photo:© 2013 Ed Cherubino

MFA screenshot from their site.
May 24, 2013
What’s Open in Boston on Memorial Day 2013
UPDATE: Here's a link to our latest post on "What's Open and Closed on Memorial Day in Boston + MBTA Schedules, Parking, Trash & More"

Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston and the MBTA schedules for Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2013. We have the information you need on parking, street cleaning, trash, and other happenings this weekend.

Include a visit to the swans at the Boston Public Garden over the weekend!

Restaurants, bars: Open

Convenience stores: Open

Supermarkets: Open

Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

Liquor stores: Closed (See this page from the Secretary of State)

City, Town, State, and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the stock markets in the United State closed. Some international markets are open.

Boston Parking: You don't have to feed the meters. Other parking rules apply. The Tow Lot is CLOSED Saturday 5/25 1PM – Tuesday 5/28 7AM.

Street Sweeping: The city site says: "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect. Constituents are advised to call 617-635-4500 for exact details."

Update from the Boston Transportation Department 05.24.13 : There are two traffic advisories in effect for this weekend
- The Boston Strong One Run will take place on Saturday, May 25th.
- The Run to Remember Road Race will take place on Sunday, May 26th.
- Click here for details on the street closings and routes for these events.
More information after this ad

Save storage space with these collapsible coolers. Perfect for small city homes. We have an older version of the Arctic Zone 30 model, and it's amazing at keeping things chilled. We not only use it for picnics, but also grab it to go grocery shopping.

Boston Trash Collection: The announcement from Public Works states:

"Monday May 27, 2013

No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End

Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury."

MBTA Schedule Changes

While it is live, here's a link to the MBTA's Memorial Day Schedule. And, you can download the same information here: Download MBTA Memorial Day
- Subways will operate on a Sunday schedule
- Buses will run on a Sunday schedule with some exceptions shown on the link or download above
- Hingham & Qunicy Ferries will operate on a weekday schedule
- Charlestown Ferry will run on a weekend schedule
- Commuter Rail will run on a Sunday Schedule with no service for Fairmount, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth, and Needham lines
- Those who use THE RIDE should call the service directly about Memorial Day.
* For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Communications Department at 617-222-3200 (TTY: 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com.

Bonus: Free Memorial Day Community Weekend at the Museum of Fine Arts

Details:

Writers: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photo:© 2013 Ed Cherubino

MFA screenshot from their site.
May 24, 2013
What’s Open in Boston on Memorial Day 2013
UPDATE: Here's a link to our latest post on "What's Open and Closed on Memorial Day in Boston + MBTA Schedules, Parking, Trash & More"

Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston and the MBTA schedules for Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2013. We have the information you need on parking, street cleaning, trash, and other happenings this weekend.

Include a visit to the swans at the Boston Public Garden over the weekend!

Restaurants, bars: Open

Convenience stores: Open

Supermarkets: Open

Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

Liquor stores: Closed (See this page from the Secretary of State)

City, Town, State, and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the stock markets in the United State closed. Some international markets are open.

Boston Parking: You don't have to feed the meters. Other parking rules apply. The Tow Lot is CLOSED Saturday 5/25 1PM – Tuesday 5/28 7AM.

Street Sweeping: The city site says: "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect. Constituents are advised to call 617-635-4500 for exact details."

Update from the Boston Transportation Department 05.24.13 : There are two traffic advisories in effect for this weekend
- The Boston Strong One Run will take place on Saturday, May 25th.
- The Run to Remember Road Race will take place on Sunday, May 26th.
- Click here for details on the street closings and routes for these events.
More information after this ad

Save storage space with these collapsible coolers. Perfect for small city homes. We have an older version of the Arctic Zone 30 model, and it's amazing at keeping things chilled. We not only use it for picnics, but also grab it to go grocery shopping.

Boston Trash Collection: The announcement from Public Works states:

"Monday May 27, 2013

No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End

Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury."

MBTA Schedule Changes

While it is live, here's a link to the MBTA's Memorial Day Schedule. And, you can download the same information here: Download MBTA Memorial Day
- Subways will operate on a Sunday schedule
- Buses will run on a Sunday schedule with some exceptions shown on the link or download above
- Hingham & Qunicy Ferries will operate on a weekday schedule
- Charlestown Ferry will run on a weekend schedule
- Commuter Rail will run on a Sunday Schedule with no service for Fairmount, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth, and Needham lines
- Those who use THE RIDE should call the service directly about Memorial Day.
* For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Communications Department at 617-222-3200 (TTY: 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com.

Bonus: Free Memorial Day Community Weekend at the Museum of Fine Arts

Details:

Writers: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photo:© 2013 Ed Cherubino

MFA screenshot from their site.
May 24, 2013