February Sweetheart Deals

Valentine Specials in Boston

617 696-9880 | Valentine Specials

Don't miss out on these special Valentine Celebrations:

Back Bay Hotel - - "Month of Romance" package
Liberty Hotel - - "An Affair to Remember" package
Omni Parker House Hotel - - "Double Bubble Romance" package
Hyatt Harborside Hotel - - "Champagne Dreams" package
Full details here - - Enjoy!

Through May 30, 2010

“Moon Shot - JFK and Space Exploration” Exhibit

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the first Moon landing and President Kennedy’s grand vision that made the achievement possible In 1961, President Kennedy challenged the nation to land a man on the Moon and return him safely to Earth before the end of the decade. Appealing to the spirit of adventure, to patriotic pride, and to the cause of freedom, his words ignited one of the greatest technological mobilizations in U.S. history. Eight years later, on July 20, 1969, two American astronauts landed on the Moon’s surface.

Through October 31, 2010

“Poetry and Power: The Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy”

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

This is the Museum’s first exhibit on the drafting of President Kennedy’s inaugural address. Included will be rarely viewed original documents, many of which have never been publicly displayed by the Kennedy Library, which reveal how the speech was composed and the steps in the drafting process.

Through September 30, 2010

“The Making of the President” Exhibit

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. | $10 | $8 for seniors over 62 | $7 for children 13-17 | Free for children 12 and under
1 866 JFK-1960 | jfklibrary.org

The JFK Library has unveiled a special display of archival material and museum objects from the Library’s collection that explores the elements of John F. Kennedy’s life that prepared him for a career in public service. Among the themes – the Kennedy family life, his education at Harvard University, Naval Service during World War II, foreign travels in Europe and Asia, and his authorship of two books.

Through February 7

All My Sons

Huntington Theatre Company - - B.U. Theatre
Huntington Avenue, Boston
617 266-0800 | huntingtontheatre.org

Arthur Miller's powerful story about personal responsibility won the 1947 Tony Award for Best Play and catapulted him among the ranks of America's greatest playwrights. Directed by David Esbjornson

Through February 13

SpeakEasy Stage Company Presents:
Title of Show by Jeff Bowen

539 Tremont Street
South End, Boston
617 482-3279 speakeasystage.com

A Charming new musical about two struggling young writers writing a new musical about two struggling young writers writing a new musical. The pair, along with the help of two friends, write and perform their show-within-a-show at a musical theatre festival, and along the way learn lessons about themselves as people, friends and artists.

February 5 and 28

Boston Basketball Package

Omni Parker House
60 School Street, Boston
From $369 per night - a 15% discount.
1-800-THE-OMNI | omniparkerhouse.com

Book this Boston Basketball Package and receive deluxe guestroom accommodations, complimentary breakfast for two in Parker's Restaurant and two tickets to a Celtics game…it’s a slam dunk!
See specific game dates and times here.

February 7

Comhaltas Monthly Session

Canadian-American Club
202 Arlington Street, Watertown
3:00-7:00 p.m. | 781 899-0911 | cceboston.org

Enjoy great traditional Irish music and dance session, hosted by Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann (Irish Musicians Association). There is set, ceili, old-time waltz, and other dancing.
Tea and soda bread served. 

February 12

The Merry Ploughboys with Special Intermission Performance by Mclnerney School of Irish Dance - - WIN TIX!

Mechanics Hall
321 Main Street, Worcester
7pm Doors | 8pm Showtime | Box Office: 508-752-0888 | Purchase tickets here
Table Seating: $25 | Balcony: $20 | A La Carte Menu | View PDF here
You may also purchase tickets at Fiddler's Green Pub at Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre, 19 Temple St., Worcester: (508) 792-3700 | FiddlersGreenWorcester.com

Mechanics Hall and the Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre Proudy Present The Merry Ploughboys as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary with a US tour that includes their first visit to the East Coast! Expect Traditional Irish ballads, folk music and lots of audience participation as The Great Hall is transformed into an Irish public house, complete with Irish draft beers and traditional pub food.
View winnere here

February 13

Archie Fisher in Concert

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
8:00 pm | $15 AD, $7 CH
401 725-9272 | riverfolk.org

Master guitarist, singer and songwriter Archie Fisher is Scotland's foremost troubadour and is known throughout the country as the host of BBC Radio Scotland's award-winning "Travelling Folk" show.

February 14

Hyatt Harborside's Valentine Dinner

Hyatt Harborside at Boston Logan International Airport
101 Harborside Drive, Boston, MA 02128
$55 - - 3 courses | harborside.hyatt.com

Enjoy Valentine's Day dinner at the Hyatt Harborside. Three courses for $55 per person.
Click here to view menu.

February 15

JFK Forum: Theodore Roosevelt: The Naturalist

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
2:00-3:30 p.m. | Free | Register here.
1 866 JFK-1960 jfklibrary.org

Historian Douglas Brinkley discusses his new book, The Wilderness Warrior: Theodore Roosevelt and the Crusade for America.

February 16

JFK Library Presents: Djembe Dell Arte
African Dance and Drumming

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
10:30 am | Free Performances For Children Ages 5 and Up
617 514-1644 - - Reservations required | jfklibrary.org

Everyone in the family will enjoy this dynamic program, led by Michelle Bach-Coulibaly of Brown University and featuring songs, high-energy dance, and drumming from West Africa. 

February 16-March 21

The Lion King

The Opera House
539 Washington Street, Boston
1-866-523-7469 | 1-800-982-2787 | broadwayacrossamerica.com

Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors. See savannah comes to life. As the music soars, Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. Don't miss it!

February 18

“Irish Love Songs and Sea Ballads”
Dan Milner and Robbie O’Connell in Concert

Boston College,
Connolly House, Chestnut Hll
6:30-8:30 pm | 617 552-0490 | bc.edu

Hosted by Gaelic Roots program at BC, headed by fiddle master Seamus Connolly.

February 20

Long Time Courting / RUNA in Concert

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
8:00 pm | $12 AD, $6 CH
401 725-9272 | riverfolk.org

The Rhode Island debut of Shannon Lambert-Ryan & RUNA in a split concert with the amazing ladies of Long Time Courting - Shannon Heaton, Ellery Klein, Liz Simmons and Ariel Friedman (pictured left).

February 21

Christian Celtic Spirituality with Sr. Ruth MacGoldrick

Irish Cultural Center at Elms College
291 Springfield Street, Chicopee

413 265-2537 | irish-cairde.org

February 26

Friends of Donny Higgins Benefit

The Boston Teacher's Union Hall
180 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester
7:00 pm | 617 590-9989 | $20.00 pp or $200.00 table
View PDF with details here | friendsofdonnyhiggins.com

South Boston's Donny Higgins is a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend of the people of South Boston.  This special benefit raises funds to help the Higgins family as Donny grapples with stage four health issues.

February 28

Celtic Woman

Verizon Wireless Arena
555 Elm St, Manchester, New Hampshire
1-800-745-3000 | 5 p.m. | $42.50 - $55.00 | LiveNation.com | Purchase tix here

Named the #1 Top World Music Artist by Billboard Magazine, Celtic Woman has been winning over audiences worldwide since their March 2005 debut. They've appeared on PBS, Live with Regis and Kelly, Martha Stewart, CBS Early Show, Brian Boitano’s Skating Spectacular and The Bonnie Hunt Show.