A rendering of Heritage Hall, a permanent new exhibit coming to TD Garden next year. | Photo courtesy of the Boston Bruins
This black and gold is 100 years old. The Boston Bruins have officially been chasing the puck for a century, and the team has a season’s worth of festivities planned to celebrate.
Whether you’re a casual fan or a lifelong supporter, here’s a rundown of events + sights to check out during the team’s Centennial:
Before the Bruins face off with the Chicago Blackhawks at their season opener, former players will walk a red carpet at the Hub in Causeway during a “Rafters Reunion” ceremony tomorrow, Oct. 11. Bonus: Fans with tickets to opening night will take home an exclusive “Blood, Sweat & 100 Years” t-shirt.
“Era Nights” at TD Garden throughout the 2023-2024 season will explore different periods of the Bruins’ history. The series kicks off Saturday, Oct. 28 to celebrate “The Early Years” — aka 1924-1959 — as the team takes on the Detroit Red Wings. Additional dates include Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 20, and March 7.
A permanent exhibit called Heritage Hall is currently under construction on the second level of TD Garden. Dedicated to the Bruins’ storied history, this all-ages exhibit will use exclusive artifacts and interactive games to immerse fans in the team’s traditions and career highlights. Heritage Hall is scheduled to open in January 2024.
A new photo opp is about to drop: a bear-shaped sculpture commemorating the team’s 1,000+ alumni — will be unveiled later in the season. Harry Weber, who created the Bobby Orr statue that stands at the front of TD Garden, is also the artist for this project.
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 10
The Jazz Composers Alliance Presents the JCA Orchestra | Tuesday, Oct. 10 | 8-10 p.m. | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | $12-$17 | This diverse musical journey will feature a range of performances, from EDI/DJ-driven and live DAW productions to full rhythm sections and intimate acoustic renditions.
Tuesday Tastings | Tuesday, Oct. 10 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Alileo Vino e Snak Bar, 70 Pier 4 Blvd., Ste. 100, Boston | Free | Visit the Superette pop-up for samples of natural wines and snacks.
Wednesday, Oct. 11
“Citizen Jane: Battle for the City” Screening | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Leland Street Cooperative Garden, 4 Leland St., Jamaica Plain | Free | Enjoy light refreshments and hear from guest speakers at this enlightening evening that pays tribute to the legacy of journalist + activist Jane Jacobs.
Thursday, Oct. 12
Three-Day “Eras” Takeover | Thursday, Oct. 12-Saturday, Oct. 14 | Times vary | City Tap House, 10 Boston Wharf Rd., Boston | Free to attend | Come dressed in your best “Swift street style” for the three-day Swiftie takeover with food specials, live music, and a costume contest.
Friday, Oct. 13
Iliza: Hard Feelings Tour | Friday, Oct. 13 | 8 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | $35-$100 | See the award-winning comedian Iliza Shlesinger debut all new material on the “Hard Feelings Tour.”
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Harvard professor Claudia Goldin was awarded the Nobel economics prize for advancing understanding of women’s labor market outcomes. Goldin is the third woman to win the prize of the 92 economics laureates. The prizes will be distributed at the awards ceremony in December. (WCVB 5)
Coming Soon
A new food shop + community meeting space is in the works for East Boston. Painted Plover Provisions is coming soon to Liverpool Street near Central Square. Salads, gelato, fresh sodas and seltzers are on the menu along with handmade gifts and additional regional items. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Sports
More changes are on deck for the Red Sox. Boston has fired pitching coach Dave Bush + third base coach Carlos Febles. Bush served as the pitching coach since 2020 and Febles was added to the coaching staff in 2018. (Boston Globe)
Concert
“Take It From Me,” you don’t want to miss Jordan Davis next year. The “Damn Good Time Tour” will stop at Leader Bank Pavilion with Mitchell Tenpenny and Ashley Cookeon Sept. 5, 2024. Join the fan club for early ticket access on his website before they go on sale to the general public on Friday, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m.
Number
$69.9 billion. That’s how much the wealthiest people the Bay State are worth collectively. The Forbes 400 list of the wealthiest Americans is out now and the Bay States’ top earners include Fidelity Investments’ Abigail Johnson and her brother Edward Johnson IV, Robert Kraft, and Red Sox owner John Henry — just to name a few. (Boston Globe)
Community
Roxbury Community College has opened the first on-campus community pantry to support students and staff facing food insecurity. The Rox Box is funded by numerous grants and is stocked with perishable and non-perishable food items + personal care products. (Boston.com)
Cause
The Seven2 Foundation is hosting “The Southie Kids Food Drive” this Thanksgiving again. The nonprofit has created a GoFundMe fundraiser to help raise $30,000 for 2,000 meals for children in the South Boston + Dorchester neighborhoods.
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