The Scene In and Around Boston . . .
By Hilda M. Morrill
June 15, 2007
 Frederick Ilchman, assistant curator of paintings at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and
Francesca Piper Koss enjoy the “Saint Mark’s Day Gala” at the Taj Boston Hotel. (Photo by Roger
Farrington)
The Boston Chapter of Save Venice, Inc. recently hosted their annual Saint Mark's Day Gala, "From the Silk Road to Venice," at the Taj Boston Hotel.
Founded in Massachusetts in response to the great floods of 1966, Save Venice has undertaken restorations of hundreds of works of Italian art over the past forty years. Proceeds from this year's benefit will go towards the restoration of the Church of San Sebastiano, a project that will take many years to complete. Congratulations and Best Wishes to all!
Vincent’s Nightclub in Randolph Celebrates 21st Anniversary
Vincent’s Nightclub hosted its “21st Anniversary Party” on May 16. Nearly 500 guests enjoyed the black-tie, invitation-only gala, which was held at the combined Vincent’s and Lombardo’s facilities in Randolph.
Each year the Lombardo family chooses three local charities to benefit from the gala. This year the event raised more than $50,000 for the Piers Park Sailing Center of East Boston, Boston College High School, and the Randolph Police Department R.A.D. program. In the past decade the Lombardo family has raised a total of more than $670,000 for many local charities.
Rick Larrimore, a Rod Stewart impersonator, provided the entertainment for the evening and kept everyone dancing the entire night. Congratulations and Best Wishes to all!
Sandrine’s Bistro to Host Legendary French Chef
Legendary French Chef Michel Richard of Washington, DC’s Citronelle Restaurant arrives in Boston this coming Monday, June 18 to collaborate with his friend and countryman, Chef Raymond Ost of Sandrine’s Bistro in Cambridge, on a four-course dinner featuring recipes from “Happy in the Kitchen,” Chef Richard’s latest cookbook.
The pair have been planning their menu for weeks and it includes the following courses (with accompanying wines): Soupe Froide d’Aubergine au Cumin (Osborne Pedro Ximenez 1827 Sherry); Millefuille Salmon Terrine with horseradish sauce (Olivier LeFlaive Mersault 2004); Duck-Duck Beet: Magret de Canard and duck “nuggets” with beet sauce (Nuits St. George, Jerome Chezeaux, 2003); Souffle L’Orange with chocolate sauce (Renwood Zinfandel, Ice Wine, 2005).
Sandrine’s Chef Ost is one of just 200 international members of Maitre Cuisiners de France, the most exclusive and respected culinary organization in the world, and was nominated for its 2007 “Chef of the Year.” Last year, Ost won France’s Medallion D’Or, for more than 20 years of dedicated service to his homeland. Also in 2006, Sandrine’s Bistro was voted Best Bistro in Boston, and Most Affordable French Restaurant in Boston.
“I have been inspired and amazed by Michel’s creativity for more than 30 years, and am honored that he has made time in his busy schedule to come and visit the Sandrine’s kitchen,” said Ost.
Sandrine’s Bistro is located at 8 Holyoke Street in Cambridge. For more information, call 617-497-5300 or visit
www.sandrinesbistro.com.
PGA Bank of America Championship Taking Place in Concord
The 27th annual PGA Bank of America Championship takes place June 18-24, at Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, the tournament’s home since 1984.
The Bank of America Championship, the longest running 54-hole tournament on the Champions Tour and the only Champions Tour stop in New England, continues to provide spectators with one of the most friendly and interactive environments in professional sports, according to tournament director Tracy West; and the tournament remains committed to providing competitive excellence, great entertainment, a valuable game-improvement platform, sportsmanship and a commitment to give back to local charities.
Tournament Week will include pro clinics, putting contests, family fun zone and other activities, as well as interactive fan favorites, like gallery in the fairway, honorary observer, on-course player interviews and behind-the-scenes tours.
The Bank of America Championship has contributed more than $4.5 million to local non-profits, such as Emerson Hospital, over the past 26 years. Up-to-date information is available at
www.bankofamericachampionship.com, and tickets may be purchased at the Web site or by calling toll free 1-877-559-GOLF.
Horticultural Society to Present Honorary Medals
The Massachusetts Horticultural Society will award its 2007 Honorary Medals at a ceremony on Thursday, June 21 at Elm Bank Horticulture Center in Wellesley. The Honorary Medals are among the nation's most prestigious awards recognizing outstanding achievements and contributions to the field of horticulture.
The Society invites guests to enjoy a special evening at the “2007 Honorary Medals Gala” to honor and celebrate this year's selected award recipients, including George Robert White Medal of Honor recipient, Daniel J. Hinkley, Plant Explorer and Co-founder of Heronswood Nursery, WA.
Kevin Lemanowicz, Fox25 News Meteorologist will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Proceeds from this special event benefit excellence in horticulture through internships with the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with Cocktails & Music followed by Dinner & Award Presentations at 7 p.m., and the Keynote Address and Dessert at 8 p.m.
For tickets or more information, please call 617-933-4923; e-mail apeterson@masshort.org; or visit
www.masshort.org.
“Steppin’ Out for Dimock” Talent Search Deadline is August 17
“Steppin’ Out for Dimock,” which celebrates its 20th Anniversary this year at the Westin Waterfront Hotel on Saturday, November 3, announces the launch of its annual “Steppin’ Out with the Stars Talent Search & Showcase.” Contestants will be judged on musical ability, presentation, creativity and style. The deadline is August 17, 2007.
One hot new jazz, blues, Latin, reggae or R&B artist or group will have the opportunity to win $500 and perform alongside internationally known artists and showcase their musical talents at “Steppin' Out for Dimock at the Emerald Ball” on November 3.
This year, George Benson will be the headlining artist at the event, considered Boston’s liveliest and most highly anticipated annual gala fundraiser. Staged to mimic Boston's legendary and historic jazz clubs of the 30’s through today, this one-of-a-kind charity music-fest-party attracts more than 3,000 of Greater Boston’s glitterati for an evening of music, dancing, food, cocktails, friends and fun.
For complete details call 617-442-8800, or visit www.dimock.org.
Enjoy!
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