Enjoy a glass of wine, delightful appetizers and soft music while meeting up with old friends, making new ones and re-visiting beautiful Bayridge.
$15 per person
Saturday
Anniversary Mass for St. Josemaria Escriva Cathedral of the Holy Cross 10:30 a.m.
Those wishing to attend will join with hundreds of others who will gather to give thanks for the life and teachings of St. Josemaria Escriva, the Founder of Opus Dei.
Lunch and Memories Bayridge Residence 12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Have lunch with your friends on the famous red chairs! Relive your college years with a photographic ‘blast-from-the-past’ powerpoint. View a display of memorabilia and photos brought by other alums. Bring your family and show them your old room.
Complete this form if you will be bringing items for the ‘memories’ display (and we hope you do!). Send your photos to Brenda at2010bayridgereunion@gmail.com if you would like us to include it in the multimedia presentation.
$15 per person, children under 12 free.
Gala Dinner, 'Live Inspired' Colloquium Room, Photonics Center, Boston University (across the street from Marsh Chapel) 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
This will be a treat for all! Relax with cocktails, dinner and great views of the Charles River along with musical performances and an inspiring message from fellow alum, Karen Bohlin, EdD., Head of School, Montrose School. Honor Bayridge's first resident, Dr. Joanne Angelo. Parking available. Cocktail Attire recommended.
Due to some very helpful feedback, this event has been modified to meet your needs. Some alums would like to see Boston on Sunday and others will be coming for Saturday only. We're happy to accommodate.
Activities for Children
If you register early we will provide supervised fun for your children at Bayridge during the Welcome Reception, Saturday Lunch, Gala Dinner and Sunday Breakfast. Please let us know the names and ages of your children before June 1st.
Complete this form if you plan to bring your children
Other Fun Boston Activities
In case you are interested in doing something with your friends/family that’s very ‘Boston’ we have compiled the following information.
Boating on the Charles
See Boston from a new vantage point by renting a kayak, canoe or paddleboat for two to ten people! Prices range from $16 to $24/hour. Special guided tours are also available. You’ll find all needed information at www.paddleboston.com.
Tour Fenway Park
Fifty-minute tours begin every hour on the hour from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Cost is $12/adult and $10/children ages 3-15. No reservations taken unless we have a group of 40 people. LET US KNOW if you’re interested and we will arrange a reserved group tour. Check it out at www.boston.redsox.mlb.com If you are interested in the tour email Judy at 2010bayridgereunion@gmail.com. We'll reserve a group tour for Saturday afternoon if we hear from 40 or more of you.
Boston Swan Boats
Fifteen-minute rides on the historical Swan Boats are available from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Cost is $2.75/adults and $1.50/children. More information is available at www.swanboats.com
Boston Duck Tours
A unique way to see the sights in Boston! A narrating conDUCKtor in a converted WWII amphibious landing vehicle will guide you on 80-minute tours of Boston by ‘land and sea’. Cost is $31/adult, $21/child.
Tours leave every 30 minutes from the Prudential Center. Limited tickets may be purchased online 1 month prior to your tour date. Complete information is available at www.bostonducktours.com or 617.267.DUCK.
Freedom Trail
Heart of the Freedom Trail — This 90-minute walking tour in downtown Boston includes the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, King’s Chapel and much more. It is available Sat/Sun 2:00 pm and costs $12/adult, $8/children 6-12 years. For full information go to www.bostonbyfoot.org tours and click on ‘classic tours’.
Boston by Little Feet
This shorter tour provides a child’s eye view of the Freedom Trail and is designed for children ages 6-12 years. Lasting 60 minutes, it begins at 2:00 Sundays and costs $8/person. A free Explorer’s map is provided. For complete information go to www.bostonbyfoot.org tours and click on ‘classic tours’.
‘Professional Exchange’ Bags
Do you have samples of your work or business cards that you’d like us to include in small ‘professional exchange’ bags to be distributed to all alums? If so, please send 100 samples of your wares/cards to us at Bayridge before June 1st.
Complete this form if you would like to participate in the Professional Exchange Program.
Housing Information
The following information has been gathered to help you find a place to stay while you’re enjoying the reunion weekend. BOOK ROOMS EARLY! BOSTON IS BUSY IN JUNE!
Furnished Apartments
Copley House
In four townhouses throughout Back Bay, Copley House offers small, medium and large studios along with one bedroom apartments. Each one has a kitchen and free parking on an availability basis. Regular rates range from $75 to 145/night. A special Bayridge Reunion Discount of 20% is being offered by Copley House. www.copleyhouse.com; 617.236.8300
Hotel
Charlesmark Hotel, 655 Boylston Street
Noted for being clean, comfortable and well-located, the Charlesmark Hotel is offering us a special Bayridge Reunion Rate: standard room at $159/night; queen at $189/night. www.charlesmarkhotel.com; 617.247.1212
Hostel
BU Hostel, 575 Commonwealth Ave
In close proximity to Bayridge, this hostel offers another option for alums. Two types of rooms are available: $36/night for a twin bed in a room of 4 beds with one bath or $96/night for a room with two single beds and one bath (this room can be booked as a single or double occupancy — no extra charge). 617.267.8599 Note: there are two BU hostels so be sure to book at the one on Comm. Ave. Rates are slightly lower if you book online at www.HostelWorld.com
Host Families
Some local families will host alums coming to the Reunion with their families. They are all friends of Bayridge and fairly local. If you are interested in staying with a host family, contact Brenda at 2010bayridgereunion@gmail.com
Stay at Bayridge
If you’re looking for a room for one, there will be limited space available at Bayridge for the weekend. Cost is $75/night. To inquire about availability, contact Judy at our new facebook group, Bayridge 50th Anniversary Reunion, or at 2010bayridgereunion@gmail.com
Other Options
The following two sites might be helpful for those seeking other options.
