A bronze statue at the Irish Famine Memorial.

The memorial was officially unveiled on June 28, 1998. | Photo by @william_t_huang

We’d like to interrupt your regular St. Paddy’s week programming (playing Dropkick Murphys hits + visiting Irish pubs) to walk through the local landmarks of the Irish Heritage Trail. The trail includes 20 locations over three miles in downtown and Back Bay. Here are five stops that celebrate Boston’s Irish-American history.

📍Boston Irish Famine Memorial, School Street and Washington Street

Beginning in 1845, 100,000 refugees fled to Boston to escape Ireland’s potato famine. This memorial was established as a lasting tribute to this generation and features eight narrative plaques to share the story of the Famine.

🍀 James Michael Curley Statues, Union Street at Congress Street

Also known as the Purple Shamrock or Rascal King, he was the son of immigrants and served as the mayor of Boston four times between1914 and 1949. Visit this statue or jm Curley for a burger in his memory.

💚 Patrick Collins Memorial, Commonwealth Avenue, between Clarendon and Dartmouth streets

This statue recognizes Boston’s second Irish-born mayor, who served from 1902 to 1905 after Hugh O’Brien. He is remembered as the first candidate in our city’s history to sweep the election.

🇮🇪 David I. Walsh Statue, Charles River Esplanade at the Hatch Shell

This Clinton native was the first Irish Catholic to be elected governor of the Bay State. He was also the state’s first Irish Catholic Senator and held that position for over 20 years. Inscribed above his statue is a Latin phrase that translates to “Not for himself but for his country.”

⚾ Fenway Park, Yawkey Way at Brookline Avenue

The historic baseball park was built by Irish immigrant Charles E. Logue. He started his own construction firm and built a number of schools and churches for the Boston Archdiocese. Fenway has hosted many Irish events, including Eamon de Valera‘s rally in 1919 and championship matches in hurling.

Ready for more? The Boston Irish Tourism Association website shares more than 20 other landmarks across Boston neighborhoods — plus a few ideas of who should have a local landmark.

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EVENTS

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Monday, March 13

Beer & Cheese Pairing Class: All About Stouts | Monday, Mar. 13 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Lamplighter CX, 110 N First St., Cambridge | $35 | The pairing class will offer two Irish Stout styles and a curated cheese board in the upstairs taproom.
Movie Monday | Monday, Mar. 13 | 3 p.m. | Boston Public Library — Brighton, 40 Academy Hill Rd., Brighton | Free | Head to Brighton to watch the classic rom-com “Roman Holiday.”

Tuesday, March 14

Hike Boston | Tuesday, Mar. 14 | 10-11 a.m. | Sherrin Woods, Austin Street at Marston Street, Boston | Free | This hour-long guided hike will explore the wilderness and take place primarily on unpaved paths.
Harpoon x Knitly: Beginner Knitting Class | Tuesday, Mar. 14 | 12-2 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | $65 | This two-hour beginner class includes knitting supplies, guided instruction, and a beer.
Six Days of St. Paddy at Thirsty Scholar | Tuesday, Mar. 14-Sunday, Mar. 19 | Times vary | Thirsty Scholar Pub, 70 Beacon St., Somerville | Price of purchase | This celebration will include food specials, live music, and Tuesday evening’s “History of Drinking” trivia night.

Wednesday, March 15

Wizkid | Wednesday, Mar. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | MGM Music Hall at Fenway, 2 Lansdowne St., Boston | $86-$176 | See the “More Love, Less Ego Tour” at the Fenway music venue.
Wednesday Trivia Night | Wednesday, Mar. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston | Free | The trivia games will begin at 6 and 7 p.m. + bites and brews available from local vendors.

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ARTS

What’s on deck this weekend at the Boston Symphony Orchestra

The Lorelai Ensemble is comprised of nine women and celebrated for its rich and diverse vocal palette. | Photo provided by the Boston Symphony Orchestra

In the third concert in a series exploring complex social issues, guest conductor Giancarlo Guerrero will lead American composer Julia Wolfe’s “Her Story,” featuring the Lorelei Ensemble women’s vocal group.

Originally commissioned to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of women gaining the right to vote in the US, the piece explores the continuing struggle for women’s rights, invoking the words of historical figures like Abigail Adams and Sojourner Truth.

Catch one of these performances:

Thursday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 17 at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 18 at 8 p.m.*

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

44º | Scattered showers | 20% chance of rain

Transit

The MBTA released the Spring 2023 service schedules with updates to the departure times on the Red, Blue, and Orange lines currently in effect. Additionally, the East Boston ferry service will resume for the season Monday, March 27. Stay up-to-date on all upcoming service changes. 🚃

Coming Soon

Michigan-based cannabis company Primitiv is opening a location on High Street. The wellness-based dispensary was founded by Pro Football Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson Jr. and two of his former teammates, Godser Cherilus + Rob Sims. (Boston.com)

Sports

The Bruins officially clinched a spot in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday defeating the Red Wings, 3-2. This will be the seventh consecutive playoff appearance for the NHL team. Score playoff tickets now. (NESN)

Biz

Robert Downey Jr., aka Tony Stark or Iron Man, has joined the board of a Boston-based startup called Aura. The actor and producer plans to work as a strategist and brand advocate for the digital security services company. (Boston Business Journal)

Trending

The Emerson College alumni known as “the Daniels” had a busy Oscar Sunday. Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert directed “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” which received 11 nominations. The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Picture. 🎬 (CBS News)

Number

$215 million. That’s how much money MassDOT has collected from drivers using tolls in the first half of the 2023 fiscal year. This is $5 million less than the amount collected in 2019. MassDOT claims the return to pre-pandemic traffic levels is due to more people commuting for work. 🚗 (CBS Boston)

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DYK

Fun local fact: Boston es uno de los tres únicos lugares en el mundo donde un barco puede pasar por debajo de un tren que pasa por debajo de un vehículo que pasa por debajo de un avión. Find the translation of this fun fact in The Wrap at the bottom of our newsletter.*

Seasonal

To welcome the new season, our online store (Six & Main) is running a Spring Forward Contest. The winner + two friends will receive a prize from one of our coffee or tea brand partners. The contest is running now through Friday, March 24. Learn more on Instagram. 🌸

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EAT AND DRINK

Hue know what to do 🍽️

The Hue upstairs dining room with hightop tables and a bar.

Take a seat at the upstairs dining area. | Photo provided by Hue

Hue has arrived at the Copley Square Hotel in the Back Bay neighborhood. The new restaurant, cocktail bar, and entertainment venue is now accepting reservations.

The name Hue blends a few ideas together. Apart from the vibrant colors, the name is also a nod to the location at the corner of Huntington Avenue + Exeter Street.

The two-level space offers three different areas to explore. Bonus: guests will see murals from local artist Rob “ProBlaK” Gibbs, which pay tribute to artists who have performed at this location in the past like Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald.

The Rosebar is the upstairs restaurant and bar. The Supper Club is located downstairs, along with the Speakeasy. Each area will serve up unique food and cocktail menus specific to the vibe of the space. Think: bright and causal dining at the Rosebar and a more intimate lounge in the Speakeasy.

Dine on shareable, Asian-influenced comfort dishes like crab rangoons ($14) and sesame tuna toast ($22) + sip from the extensive wine list.

THE WRAP

DYK, translated: Boston is one of three places in the world where a boat can sail under a train going under a vehicle driving under a plane. Brush up on your Spanish skills with a subscription to Babbel (currently 60% off exclusively for BOStoday readers now through Sunday, March 19).*

Today’s issue was written by Jessica.

Editor’s pick: We were invited to work from Industrious at Legacy Place and the cowork office was exactly what I needed to boost my productivity + the perfect opportunity to wear something other than my WFH athleisure uniform. If you’re looking for other local cowork spaces, check out this list.

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