Five Things: Friends of the Public Garden Launch Membership Drive with Prize

1. Friends' membership: The Friends of the Public Garden has launched a spring membership drive with an enticing incentive: anyone who joins the Friends by May 1 will be entered into a drawing to win lunch for two at the Four Seasons Hotel’s Bristol Lounge. For more information, visit the Friends' website. 

2. Earth week dinners: From April 22 through April 28, the Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro will join more than 100 Chefs Collaborative member restaurants to celebrate the 10^th year anniversary of Earth Day dinners. Instead of limiting the celebration to just one day, the Bistro will offer a special, four-course prix fixe dinner menu ($45 per person, optional supplement course an additional $12) all week. Chef Josh Lewin has planned a menu comprised of only local and sustainable ingredients. Make reservations by calling 617-723-7575.

3. Shop opening: Captain Jackson’s Colonial Chocolate Shop at the Old North Church (193 Salem St.) will open to the public on Saturday, April 13. The new shop will educate visitors about the importance of chocolate during the American colonial period. See live demonstrations and enjoy free samples of 18th century chocolates. Visit the shop between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. 

4. Know a bike-friendly business? Nominate it for Mayor Menino's annual Bike Friendly Business Awards. These awards recognize companies that incorporate bike-friendly practices that encourage their employees or customers to ride their bikes. Learn more at cityofboston.gov/bikes/bikebusiness/.

5. Weather: It won't be too cold but it will probably rain and be windy. Expect a high of 41 degrees with a good chance of rain all day, especially in the afternoon.

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