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Presented by acclaimed experts in the Boston Real Estate Market from Charlesgate Realty Group, as well as local mortgage market experts, our Boston Home Buyer Class is your opportunity to learn the home buying the right way - before you enter a transaction!  Get educated in a casual, fun setting and avoid the pitfalls that can cause financial and emotional problems during the buying process.

Get a $250 Closing Credit just for attending!

That's right! We are offering a $250 closing credit to those who attend the class and purchase their home through Charlesgate Realty. That is free money for starting the process with us!

Attend our FREE Boston homebuying class to learn:

• Renting vs. Buying: Whether it even makes sense for you to buy right now
  • Homebuying process and timeline: How long it actually takes to buy
  • Working with a buyer agent: How it works and whether or not you really need one
  • What mortgages are still available and how much cash you need to buy.
  • Using neighborhood level data (like discount ratios and real time trend graphs) to value properties
  • Negotiating 101: How to craft your offer to drive a hard bargain!
  • Top 10 online resources to aid your home search

Is this class for you?  Well, if you’re looking for a fun, low key, and informal way to learn the Boston real estate market from the experts, then YES!  You’ll have a chance to ask any questions you want and get the straight scoop from us. Plus we’ll have special catered treats by BG Events & Catering!  How can you pass that up! 

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** FRESH OFF THEIR SOLD OUT 21 DAY RUN IN NYC **


February 1: 7:30 p.m.
February 2: 7:30 p.m.
February 5: 10 p.m.

"Fresh off the success of their hit prank show “Too Much Tuna” and the critically acclaimed, sold out run of “OH, HELLO” on (off) Broadway, Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland will leave NYC for the first time in over 40 years to bring “OH, HELLO” to The Wilbur in Boston.

GIL FAIZON (star) is a Tony Award viewing actor and a SAG AFTRA must leave. Faizon currently works as a stand in model for mashed potatoes and other creamed foods. So like when they’re photographing mashed potatoes Gil lies there so they can get the lighting right. His Bar Mitzvah theme was the color brown.

GEORGE ST. GEEGLAND (star) was born in Newark, NJ to verbally abusive parents sometime in the early mid 1940s. In 1971 he published his first novel Rifkin’s Dilemma, a real 70’s novel about masturbation and such. It has aged terribly. St Geegland taught creative writing for 12 years at SUNY Yonkers – Go Zebras! – until he was fired for stuff that is in sealed documents. Along with Gil Faizon he is the co-author and co-star of several plays as well as the hit television show “Too Much Tuna” as seen on Comedy Central’s “Kroll Show.” Spalding Gray personally disliked him and he has chapped hands.

NICK KROLL and JOHN MULANEY are American writers and comedians with many credits. They are thrilled to be working with theater legends Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland. This is their first Off Broadway production."

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"Come check out South Boston's newest cafe and expansive third space, Coppersmith Cafe on its opening day! Located just inside the restaurant’s Bolton Street entrance, the cafe will be open daily from 7am to 3pm, serving neighborhood locals as well as those commuting to and from South Boston, Fort Point and the Seaport District.

With the launch of Coppersmith Cafe, the rustic industrial venue is opening its doors to the local residential and business communities by offering over 10,000 sq. feet of space (between indoor and outdoor areas) for a truly unique third space experience. In addition to the more intimate seating within the 1,000-sq. foot window-walled cafe overlooking Bolton and A Streets, the venue will accommodate cafe customers throughout its bar and dining areas as well as the seasonal outdoor patio and roof deck. This expansive third space is also ideal for local residents and professionals looking for somewhere to host working breakfast and lunch meetings; mommy & me meet-ups; and various other community-centric activities throughout the day. Guests throughout the venue will be able to take advantage of free high-speed 100MB WiFi.

The Coppersmith Cafe menu features hot and cold George Howell Coffee based beverages, a selection of J’enwey Tea Co. whole leaf teas, juices and sodas, as well as house-made pastries, snacks, soups, salads, and sandwiches. Signature pastries include a Banana Chocolate Chip Espresso Muffin; PB & J Scone; Salted Valrhona Chocolate Chip Cookies; the Mocha Espresso Marshmallow; a Caramelized Coconut Krispy and a Bacon Pecan Sticky Bun. Savory items include the Crunchy Winter Salad (quinoa, edamame, fennel, tomato, cauliflower, carrot, radish and Green Goddess dressing); Apple Orchard Salad (apples, pears, pepitas, gorgonzola, balsamic); Soba Noodles (carrot, daikon, edamame, sesame-ginger vinaigrette); the Breakfast Sandwich (egg + VT cheddar on a stone and skillet English muffin); Caprese on Baguette (tomato, mozzarella, basil pesto); and Roast Turkey on Sourdough (lettuce, tomato, bacon, cheddar, cranberry chutney); and a Kids PB&J. Sides, snacks and grab and go goodies also offered. A catering menu for groups of all sizes is also available for on and off-site events. "

Get A Clue: Boston Bar Crawl 2016 is unlike any other bar crawl in the Greater Boston Area. 

Loosely based on the hit TV show, "The Amazing Race," teams of 5 will race through a series of Boston bars.

At every destination, each team member will finish one drink (beer, shot, soda/water, etc...). Then, the team will be given a challenge. If the team successfully completes the challenge, they will be given an easy clue to the next destination. If they do not complete the challenge, they will be given a harder clue to the next destination.

All teams must check in at Wild Rover 30 minutes prior to their designated start time. At this time, the team will sign a waiver/release and receive their "passport" for the crawl destinations. 

Prizes will be awarded to the two teams that finish the crawl the fastest and to the team with the best costume/theme. 

WHEN/WHERE:

Wild Rover, 61-63 Chatham Street

Saturday, January 30th, 2016 - 12:00 pm

(Team start times will vary and will be sent out prior to the event)

All teams must check in at Wild Rover 30 minutes before their assigned crawl time.

"Fenway Park will host a big air snowboarding and freeskiing U.S. Grand Prix tour event on February 11-12, 2016. "Polartec Big Air at Fenway" will feature a 140-foot high snow ramp, taller than the light towers at the ballpark, and bring in athletes from around the world including Olympic and World Champions.

As a U.S. Grand Prix and part of the International Ski Federation's (FIS) World Cup tour, Polartec Big Air at Fenway will include many of the top big air competitors including Olympic slopestyle skiing gold medalist Joss Christensen, slopestyle snowboarding Olympic champion Sage Kotsenburg and Olympian Ty Walker."

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Join the ICA for tastings, artisan demonstrations, DIY workshops, and more every Friday from 5-8 PM in the Water Café. 

This Friday January 29th is Knitters Night Out : "Looking for that push to finally learn how to use your knitting needles? Or are you a seasoned crafting pro looking for a Friday night knitting scene? Drop by Knitters’ Night Out for casual instruction, fellow knitters (or crocheters!) and some tea and cookies."

Click here for the full ICA Calendar!

Admission to ICA after 5 is included in the regular admission price.

Presented by acclaimed experts in the Boston Real Estate Market from Charlesgate Realty Group, as well as local mortgage market experts, our Boston Home Buyer Class is your opportunity to learn the home buying the right way - before you enter a transaction!  Get educated in a casual, fun setting and avoid the pitfalls that can cause financial and emotional problems during the buying process.

Get a $250 Closing Credit just for attending!

That's right! We are offering a $250 closing credit to those who attend the class and purchase their home through Charlesgate Realty. That is free money for starting the process with us!

Attend our FREE Boston homebuying class to learn:

• Renting vs. Buying: Whether it even makes sense for you to buy right now
  • Homebuying process and timeline: How long it actually takes to buy
  • Working with a buyer agent: How it works and whether or not you really need one
  • What mortgages are still available and how much cash you need to buy.
  • Using neighborhood level data (like discount ratios and real time trend graphs) to value properties
  • Negotiating 101: How to craft your offer to drive a hard bargain!
  • Top 10 online resources to aid your home search

Is this class for you?  Well, if you’re looking for a fun, low key, and informal way to learn the Boston real estate market from the experts, then YES!  You’ll have a chance to ask any questions you want and get the straight scoop from us. Plus we’ll have special catered treats by BG Events & Catering!  How can you pass that up! 

Click the banner below to sign up!

"The 11th Annual CityFeast in Boston’s charming North End will be the best year yet! The event is a fun-filled evening hosted by nine of the most exclusive restaurants in Boston: Antico Forno, Aria Trattoria, Bricco, Lucca, Lucia, Strega, Taranta, Terramia Ristorante, and Tresca. Tickets include a five-course dinner with wine pairings at one of the participating restaurants; proceeds will benefit Joslin Diabetes Center’s High Hopes Fund, which supports the Center’s greatest needs in research, education and clinical care.

Founded in 2005 by Carla Agrippino Gomes, owner of Antico Forno and Terramia, CityFeast has raised nearly $280,000 for Joslin Diabetes Center’s High Hopes Fund. Carla started this fundraiser in the North End of Boston with her restaurants and several others as a way to support Joslin Diabetes Center and the life-saving care her son receives since being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes 24 years ago. Joslin Diabetes Center is the world’s preeminent diabetes research and care organization, located right here in Boston.

Tickets are priced at $150 each, of which $100 is tax deductible. Due to high demand, reservations are limited, and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis."

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"Snowshoeing is a great winter activity and excellent form of exercise (you’ll burn 3 times the calories as walking). With 50-acres of level terrain, the Gore estate is a perfect place to snowshoe and just 9 miles from Boston! Snowshoes are available in sizes for toddlers through adults. Reservations are available for groups of 10 or more only. Snowshoes are available Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm (must be returned by 3:00pm) and Saturday from 12:00 noon to 3:00pm (must be returned by 3:00pm). One hour rental is $10 adults (ages 16 and up) and $5 children (age 15 and under). For details, visit the website goreplace.org"

Head over to Harpoon Brewery on Monday for the Harpoon Brews & Foods: "If you've been to Harpoon before, you've tried our delicious beer and probably had a pretzel (or three). But in 2016, we've got something new for you. Starting in January, we'll be hosting an epic food night once a month. We're inviting 10 different restaurants to cook bites to share. Each month will be a different theme, from Soups and Stews, to Taco Night and everything in between.

Tickets are $30 & include...

One Beer
Enjoy a pint of Harpoon! With 20 different taps to pick from, including beers only available here at the brewery, you're bound to find something you love.

Ten Bites
With a beer in hand you'll enjoy soups and stews from 10 different local Boston restaurants. Don't miss out on a sampling from each restaurant.

Giving Back
Each month we're not only serving you delicious beer & food, but we're teaming up with a local charity. This month, $8 of your ticket goes to Save the Harbor, Save the Bay."