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January 2010

Friday, January 8
Fenway Park, Boston MA

Google Group for Sun Life Frozen Fenway

BU vs BC on Fenway Park--do you have your tickets? Are you looking for the cheapest flight up to Logan and a hotel room near Kenmore Square. Join our google group BUDC Fenway Hockey and share info. As more information is released we'll share it with interested parties.

January 20, 6:30-8:30pm

Winter WarmUp Happy Hour
Molly Malone's, Eastern Market Metro Stop (Blue/Orange line)

Get out of the cold, and warm up from the winter storms with your fellow BU Alumni on Wednesday, January 20 from 6:30-8:30pm at Molly Malone's! Take the opportunity to mix and mingle as we enjoy great happy hour specials, including $4 and $5 drafts.

Molly Malone's is located near the Eastern Market Metro Station (Blue and Orange lines). After coming aboveground, walk two and a half blocks south down 8th st. The bar will be located on your right, across the street from Barracks Row.

Questions? Email Megan Strong at mstrong56@gmail.com.

Friday, January 22, 6:30pm

BU Terriers vs. BC Eagles Hockey Game Watch
Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop)

It's our final match up before the Beanpot (and we've already beaten them at Frozen Fenway)! Come out Friday January 22nd and join fellow BU alumni as we cheer on your Terriers at Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (639 Indiana Avenue NW) against the Eagles of Boston College.  The puck drops on at 7 PM, so throw on your scarlet and white, get there early, grab a seat, and order a beer... we'll be cheering extra loud and extra proud so be ready with our favorite chants!

Penn Quarter Sports Tavern is located at 639 Indiana Avenue NW (7th & Penn NW). From the Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter metro stop (yellow/green line), walk a half block east on Indiana Avenue. 

Questions, email Christopher at cadoorley@gmail.com. 

"The teams are ready... LET'S PLAY HOCKEY" -- Jim Prior (voice of Terrier hockey)

Sunday, January 24

BU Basketball Game at UMBC

Join the BU Alumni Chapter to watch your BU Men's Basketball team make its closest visit to the Nation's Capital this year, when they take on the University of Maryland-Baltimore County on Sunday, January 24 at 12:00pm. This year's Terriers squad was picked pre-season #1 in our conference and features the #1 (John Holland) and #3 (Corey Lowe) scorers in the league. And after the game, new BU coach Pat Chambers will join us for a quick meet-and-greet! 

Tickets are only $7 for our group.  The game is approaching fast, so purchase your tickets ASAP.

February 2010

February 1 Preliminary Game
February 8 Championship game

Beanpot 2010

All the latest information is available on our dedicated beanpot pages.

Thursday, February 4
Tuesday, February 9

BU Basketball Game-Watches

You love rooting against UNH in hockey, right?  Extend that hatred to their basketball team when new Coach Pat Chambers and the Terriers men's basketball team take on the Wildcats at Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (www.dcsportstavern.com) on Thursday, February 4th. Tip-off is at 7 p.m, so join us for a beer and watch the America East preseason #1 Terriers take on their America (and Hockey) East rival! 

If that isn't enough roundball for you, break out your Rhett headband again to come out to watch Corey Lowe, John Holland and company host the University of Vermont on Tuesday, February 9th at Penn Quarter. The Catamounts represent the Terriers' oldest and fiercest hoops rival, producing numerous classic clashes over the years, so join us at 7 p.m.! 
 
Questions? Email Chip Weiskotten at weiskotten@gmail.com.

Friday, February 26, 6:30pm

BU Terriers vs. Vermont Catamounts Hockey Game Watch
Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop)

It's our final hockey game watch before the playoffs... come out Friday February 26th and join fellow BU alumni as we cheer on your Terriers at Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (639 Indiana Avenue NW) against the Catamounts of Vermont.  The puck drops on at 7 PM, so throw on your scarlet and white, get there early, grab a seat, and order a beer... we'll be cheering loud and proud with cowbell in hand! 
 
Penn Quarter Sports Tavern is located at 639 Indiana Avenue NW (7th & Penn NW). From the Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter metro stop (yellow/green line), walk a half block east on Indiana Avenue.

Questions, email Christopher at cadoorley@gmail.com. 
 
"The teams are ready... LET'S PLAY HOCKEY" -- Jim Prior (voice of Terrier hockey)

March 2010

Thursday, March 11th, 6:30-8-30pm

Happy Hour / Servathon Information
Ireland's Four Fields

The good news is St. Patricks Day is just around the corner. The better news is that instead of just reminiscing about Boston's famous St. Paddy's celebrations, you can come celebrate with BU alumni who share our nostalgia at Ireland's Four Fields on Thursday, March 11 from 6:30-8:30 pm! Take the opportunity to mix and mingle with local fellow alumni over a Guinness and some Irish chips with curry sauce.

The Northeastern University DC alumni chapter will be joining us! This year BU & NU will each have Servathon teams working on the same project site. Members of BU's and NU's Servathon teams will be present with flyers and information on the Saturday, April 24th event. Alumni are encouraged to come find out about the Servathon and join our team!

12 oz. rail drinks are set at $4 a pop and $12 for 64 oz. pitchers of draft beer.  Free appetizers will be provided while supplies last.

Four Fields is located at 3412 Connecticut Ave NW. From the Cleveland Park Metro stop, walk south for less than a block on Connecticut Avenue and there you are! Parking is also available.

Saturday, March 13 1-9 pm

ShamrockFest 2010
RFK Stadium (Orange/blue lines)

The National Shamrock Fest is the largest Saint Paddy's party and street festival in the D.C. region featuring more than 40 live bands and DJ's.  Enjoy a day-long festival of Rock, Irish, Blues, Retro and Folk music, as well as food, drinks and dozens of activities for all ages.  This event is unprecedented and unparalleled!!

The BU Alumni Chapter of DC has joined forces with the Capital Alumni Network (CAN) to provide special ticket prices to CAN members and to provide an area for alums to gather.  By purchasing tickets with our BU alumni specific code $4 for each regular ticket sold and $8 for each VIP ticket sold will be donated to the Sam & Evelyn Margolis Scholarship fund.

Ticket prices are currently $19.99 (regular) and $69.99 (VIP) for the event, but ticket prices will increase as the event nears. Purchase your ticket today by going to ShamrockFest tickets and enter GRN4BU in the Promotional Code box of the purchase page.  Information about the differences between the regular and VIP ticket can be found on the ShamrockFest ticket page.

Questions? Email Chelsey at chelseykbu@gmail.com.

April 2010

Thursday, April 1st

BU Terriers vs. Vermont Catamounts Hockey Game
Hat Trick Happy Hour- Caps Game, Frozen Four Broomball Rematch
Verizon Center (Chinatown/Gallery Place metro)

Come join us for the annual Hat-Trick Happy Hour and a rematch of last year's national championship!  We will start off the evening with a BU-YAHH from 5:00 to 6:45 p.m. at a Green Turtle (601 F St NW).  The hap

py hour is followed up by the Caps vs. Thrashers game at 7 p.m.  Tickets are $45.   They can be purchased by e-mailing Tim Bronaugh at tbronaugh@washcaps.com or calling him at 202-266-2341.  Please mention BU so you can sit with your fellow alumni!  After the Caps game, BU Alumni will be playing broomball versus Miami of Ohio in a rematch of last year's Frozen Four thrilling championship game! 

Saturday, April 3rd

Washington Nationals vs. Boston Red Sox
2-4pm Pre-game meet-up at Molly Malone's
4:05pm Game time at Nationals Park (Navy Yard metro, Green line)

Whether or not you cheer for the Sox or the Nationals, the return of baseball means springtime in the District! BU and Northeastern alums will be meeting up at Molly Malone's (713 8th Street, SE at the Eastern Market stop on the Blue/Orange lines) before the game and then taking the shuttle or walking to the stadium to see the Sox take on the Nationals in the first pre-season game at Nationals Park. Molly's Saturday specials include: $4 Miller Lite, PBR and Yuengling drafts; all other drafts $5; $1 off glasses of wine.

BU alumni tickets are in the Pavilion section of the stadium and are discounted to only $19!

To order tickets:
Please complete this form, including your chosen payment method (Paypal or check).

You can pay via PayPal or you can write a check to the Boston University Alumni Chapter of DC and mail it to:

Boston University Alumni Chapter of DC
2807 Connecticut Ave NW
Box 07
Washington DC 20008

Questions? Email Chelsey at chelseykbu@gmail.com

April 8 at 6:00pm

Pouring for Education: Guest Bartender Fundraiser
Penn Quarter Sports Tavern (Archives/Navy Memorial Metro)

At the end of a long day at work, you're probably going out for drinks.

Kids need a good education.

Now you can combine the two and drink for a worthy cause!

Join Dean Elmore and the BUDC Alumni Chapter as 24 guest bartenders (one of them could be you!) pour drinks at Penn Quarter Sports Tavern to benefit the BUDC Sam & Evelyn Margolis Scholarship fund! Proceeds from certain beers purchased by you will go directly to the fund.

Want to be a guest bartender? Email Lisa Frumin at lfru08@gmail.com. Spots are limited so sign up today!

Saturday, April 24th, 9am-12:30pm

Greater DC Cares Servathon

For the seventh year in a row Boston University alumni will join thousands of volunteers across the region to take part in the Greater DC Cares Servathon. The workday is short, only 9am to 12:30pm, but the effects of thousands of people working together are big.

The BU Servathon team will work together on a project site such as a school or community service organization. The particular work we will be doing will depend on our project site; painting and 'light' landscaping are common tasks. Friends and family are welcome to join in! The half day of work is followed by a party with volunteers from all of the day's projects gathering for free burgers, hotdogs and beer.

Like a Walkathon, Servathon volunteers can raise pledges to support their day of service. You do not need to meet any fundraising goals however, the Servathon website will provide information and tools to help you in this effort if you wish to do so. The Servathon generates one third of DC Cares' annual budget and allows the organization to support community volunteerism year-round.

A registration fee covers the cost of project supplies, t-shirt, snacks and water.

Further details will be provided as they become available.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event or becoming a BU Servathon team leader please contact Erik at erikenger@onebox.com. If you are highly motivated, you can also become an official project manager or leader and help plan the overall project.

Greater DC Cares helps connect volunteers with a wide variety of volunteer opportunities virtually every day of the year and makes engaging in volunteer work very easy. If interested, see their website: www.dc-cares.org.

May 2010

Wednesday, May 5
6–8 p.m.

"Oil and the American Way of Life: Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
Sequoia
3000 K Street Northwest
Washington, D.C. 20007
202-944-4200

Chapter President, Paul Chen writes, "I was up in Boston this past Friday in my capacity as board member on the BU Alumni Council. During the meeting, I was asked about the upcoming "Oil and the American Way of Life: Don't Ask, Don't Tell" program that is being hosted at Sequoia's this Wednesday. Truthfully, I've been so busy that I hadn't really explored the event but must tell you that based on the additional insight I was given by the faculty, I realized this is truly going to be a great educational program. Professor Kaufman is a spectacular speaker and he will be able to give us a unique perspective on America's dependency on foreign oil and Professor Kulatilaka will round out the presentation by presenting what the future holds for us in alternative energy. So for those that have been wanting for an educational program from BU, this will be a stellar evening event and I do hope you will all consider joining me on a critical topic that impacts us all each and everyday."

Price $20
Includes light appetizers & drinks at a post-discussion reception

Again, the speakers will be   

Robert Kaufman
Department Chair and Professor
Geography and Environment

Nalin Kulatilaka
Wing Tat Lee Family Professor
Management, Finance, and Economics

RSVP online or call 800-800-3466

Sunday, May 23rd VIP BU Alumni Newseum Tour The Newseum (Pennsylvania Ave and 6th Street NW, Washington D.C.) Please join your fellow alumni on Sunday afternoon, May 23rd, as we receive a personal VIP tour of Washington's unique Newseum. Hurry and reserve your spot today!  The tour is limited to just 16 people at a special price of just $18. The Newseum is located at Pennsylvania Avenue and Sixth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., close to several metro stations. We will meet at the Group Entrance on C St. How to purchase your tickets and RSVP for the tour: 1) Purchase your tickets at the DC BU Alumni Paypal Link or by sending a check, payable to the Boston University Alumni Club of Washington, DC, to the following address.  Tickets are $18 each. Boston University Alumni Club of Washington, DC Attn: Treasurer 2807 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Box 07 Washington, DC 20008 2) Once you've purchased your ticket, please fill out this form with your payment information to RSVP. About the Newseum: This 250,000-square-foot museum of news, located on Pennsylvania Avenue between the U.S. Capitol and the White House, offers visitors an experience that blends five centuries of news history with up-to-the-second technology and hands-on exhibits.  In seven levels of galleries and theaters, museum-goers will get to go behind the scenes to experience how and why news is made. The Newseum is the world's most interactive museum, with 14 permanent galleries, 15 theaters, and special limited-time exhibits including 'Elvis: His Groundbreaking, Hip-Shaking, Newsmaking Story'; 'First Dogs: Presidential Pets in the White House'; and 'G-Men and Journalists'. The exterior of the Newseum features a 74-foot-high marble engraving of the First Amendment and an immense front wall of glass through which passers-by can watch the museum fulfill its mission of providing a forum where the media and the public can gain a better understanding of each other. "Visitors will come away with a better understanding of news and the important role it plays in all of our lives," said Newseum Executive Director and Senior Vice President Joe Urschel. "The new Newseum is educational, inspirational and a whole lot of fun." Questions? Please contact Linda at linda86g@gmail.com.

June 2010

Sunday, June 6th, 1:35pm gametime Boston Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles Camden Yards, Baltimore, MD Orioles Park opens at 12 noon for a pre-game lunch The Alumni Chapters of greater DC and Philadelphia invite all alums to Camden Yards on Sunday, June 6th for a joint event.  Be there to cheer on the Sox (or the O's if you are into that kind of thing!) with fellow alums. Your ticket price includes a pre-game lunch at Camden and early access to the park (bring your gloves to score a batting practice wayward ball).  Lunch includes: Bourbon Barbecue brisket of beef sandwich, grilled kosher style hot dog, pasta salad, Oriole Park popcorn, watermelon, cookies and drinks (draft beer and soda). Tickets and picnic passes are only $43! Seats for the game are in the upper reserve section, behind home plate with a view of the Red Sox dugout and are discounted $10 for BU alumni. To order tickets: Please complete this form, including your chosen payment method (Paypal or check). You can pay via PayPal or you can write a check to the Boston University Alumni Chapter of DC and mail it to: Boston University Alumni Chapter of DC 2807 Connecticut Ave NW Box 07 Washington DC 20008 Contact Chelsey at chelseykbu@gmail.com for any questions. Thursday, June 10th, 6:30pm Welcome to the Chesapeake Cooking Class Dupont Circle Join fellow alums and their companions to learn about the delicious classic tastes of the Chesapeake. This hands-on class runs for two hours and is followed by a sit-down dinner with wine and beverages. The class will be held in Dupont Circle at What’s Cooking with Phyllis Frucht. Class is limited to 16 people. The class features the following menu: Chilled Fresh Corn & Buttermilk Chowder with Maryland Crab (A refreshing cold soup for summer recommended as one of the chef's favorite dishes.) Pan Seared Rock Fish with Red Pepper Sauce and Pea Pods (A meaty white fish with a gentle taste in a non-spicy, savory pepper sauce.) Crispy Corn Fritters Virginia Gentleman Pecan Pie Cost is $60. How to purchase your tickets and RSVP: 1) Purchase your tickets at the DC BU Alumni Paypal Link or by sending a check, payable to the Boston University Alumni Club of Washington, DC, to the following address. Boston University Alumni Club of Washington, DC Attn: Treasurer 2807 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Box 07 Washington, DC 20008 2) Once you've purchased your ticket, please fill out this form with your payment information to RSVP. Contact Linda at linda86g@gmail.com for any questions.

Winter 2009

Basketball Team

The BU Alumni Chapter is considering starting a co-ed basketball team through the Capital Alumni Network (CAN). Games will be played in the winter and will most likely be in the Alexandria, Virginia area on weeknights and Saturdays. Season length is approximately 8 games plus playoffs. Cost will depend on how many players sign up but will likely be approximately $50 per player. Please contact Dan Neumann at DanielGlennNeumann@gmail.com if you are interested in getting more information about the team.

News & Ongoing Activities

LinkedIn – Professional Networking
DC BU Alumni Group

As a DC BU Alum, you’re invited to join the BU Alumni of Washington DC Group on LinkedIn. Joining will allow you to find and contact other BU Alumni of Washington DC members on LinkedIn. The goal of this group is to help members:

• Reach other members of the BU Alumni of Washington DC
• Accelerate careers/business through referrals from BU Alumni of Washington DC Group members
• Know more than a name – view rich professional profiles from fellow BU Alumni of Washington DC Group members

This group is a subset of the Boston University Alumni Chapter of Washington DC. This group is intended to function as a resource to experienced professional BU graduates in the DC area. We encourage contact and collaboration amongst group members as well as participation in the larger DC BU club.

Join Here

Discounted Caps Tickets

DC alumni are invited to purchase tickets to a limited selection of Washington Capitals games without the $13 fees associated with purchasing online.

To view game selection and ticket availability check out http://bit.ly/budccaps . Members are asked to email info@dcbualum.org for the secure password to make purchases. Not a member? Become one by filling out the membership form and paying dues online via paypal. All the info can be found at the Membership Section of the website.

Discounted Wizards Tickets

DC alumni are invited to purchase tickets to a limited selection of Washington Wizards games without the $13 fees associated with purchasing online.

Members are asked to email info@dcbualum.org for the website and secure password to make purchases. Not a member? Become one by filling out the membership form and paying dues online via paypal. All the info can be found on the Membership Section of our website.

BU Socks!  That’s Socks!!

Do you play a lot of sports?  Looking for some cool knee-high socks to protect your legs?  The softball and football teams are joining together to purchase custom, knee-high, sports socks.  They are red socks with three small white stripes near the knee and the word "Terriers" going down either side of the leg.  If you are interested in purchasing a pair (or two!) please PayPal $8 (per pair) to Aliza Krichevsky at aliza@alum.bu.edu, and give her your size in the message field.  Sizes are intermediate (Ladies 5 - 10 or Men's  4 ½- 8 ½) or adult (Ladies 11-12 or  Men's 9-12).

Boston University Maryland License Plates!