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🐾 Dolly honors Boston’s goodest girl
A black lab wearing a red collar and a black cowboy hat rests on a sofa.
Celebrity life is hard work — which is why Cori needs her nap time. | Photo via Fairmont Copley Plaza
A local celebrity will be recognized for her tireless work ethic, customer service acumen, and love of belly rubs.

Fairmont Copley Plaza’s Canine Ambassador, Cori Copley, will appear on national TV alongside the Queen of Country herself. “Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala” will air on CBS tonight, Feb. 21 from 9 to 11 p.m, co-hosted by Jane Lynch.

Read on to meet Cori + learn why she’s the “Hardest Working Dog” in Boston.

Cori’s working “9 to 5"

Fairmont Copley Plaza began its Canine Ambassador program in 2004 with Catie Copley. Her friendliness with kids inspired children’s books, as well as “Catie Copley Day.”

Cori Copley, now the hotel’s third Canine Ambassador, has served in her role since 2019. You can spot her in the hotel’s plaza, around the community, and on Instagram.

The hotel’s love of dogs doesn’t stop with its staff: it’s completely dog-friendly, and its “Fairmont Furiend” package provides four-legged guests with treats, Cori-themed merch, and a guide to local dog-friendly spots.

Hard work pays off

“Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala” will spotlight doggy fashion, with a runway show featuring looks from Dolly’s “Doggy Parton” line. Plus, look forward to performances and appearances from big-name celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Neil Patrick Harris.

Cori will appear in a video segment about working dogs, where she will be honored as “Hardest Working Dog,” with video of her work around the local hotel.

If you were hoping to see the two celebrities together in-person — well, you may just have to wait until Dolly makes her way to Boston.
Events
Wednesday, Feb. 21
Thursday, Feb. 22
  • 15th Anniversary Concert | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 8 p.m. | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | $15-$25 | The concert will feature music by Shorter, and original compositions by acclaimed Berklee faculty, visiting artists, and BGJI students.
  • “Who to Believe” | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | $0-$38 | This rescheduled event will celebrate the release of “Who to Believe” with the author.
Friday, Feb. 23
  • Red Flags & Roses Campaign | Friday, Feb. 23 | 5-9 p.m. | WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Ave., Boston | Free | Casa Myrna and Beat the Odds will kick off a campaign to raise awareness about teen dating violence.
Saturday, Feb. 24
  • Retromania 2024 | Saturday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 25 | Times vary | Roadrunner, 89 Guest St., Boston | $10 | Head to the pop-up market to shop 100+ local vintage, art, and vinyl vendors.
Sunday, Feb. 25
  • 2024 Volo Broomball Winter Classic | Sunday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Dr., Boston | $20-$70 | All players will receive one drink ticket to use at the market between tournament games.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Sports
  • Patriots three-time Super Bowl winner Matthew Slater announced his retirement after 16 seasons. The special teamer was a fifth-round pick out of UCLA in 2008, earned five All-Pro first team honors, and played in a record 10 Pro Bowl games. (Boston Globe)
Coming Soon
  • Melrose is getting its first craft brewery. Hannah’s Brewing Co. plans to open around St. Patrick’s Day with a New England IPA, a traditional ale, and five or six seasonal pours on draft. (Boston Business Journal)
Community
  • Chelsea-based nonprofit La Colaborativa is now open as a day shelter for people experiencing homelessness. Individuals and families shuttled from nearby overnight shelters will receive meals, legal assistance, and assistance with resumes. (NBC10)
Biz
  • A “local venture capital” firm consisting of 20 Somerville families plans to reinvest its wealth into local business, starting with The Comedy Studio. The award-winning comedy club plans to reopen in May or June in Harvard Square. (Cambridge Day)
Open
  • Flourish & Foundry, a sustainability-focused homewares shop, is now open in Downtown Crossing. Opened as a counterpoint to online shopping, every item on sale is sourced ethically, with many items — like bedding, dishware, and candles — designed by independent artists. (Boston Globe)
Jobs
  • Applications are now open for the City of Boston’s Summer Internship Program. Anyone with college or college-equivalent experience is welcome to explore career paths in municipal government from June through August, including a wage of $17 an hour.
State
  • Massachusetts was ranked No. 14 best state in Consumer Affairs for switching to rooftop solar. Rankings were based on solar potential, residential electricity prices, and available incentives.
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