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March Event at The Newbury Boston was Unforgettable
Many thanks to Mr. Carlos Bueno and the superb team at The Newbury Boston for hosting an impeccable event on March 17. The beautifully restored and reimagined luxury hotel at the intersection of Newbury and Arlington Streets, where the bustle of the Back Bay is your playground and the idyllic Boston Public Garden your front yard. We pinned four new members to our group and welcomed countless guests. From the food and beverage, the stylish atmosphere, a bagpiper to pay homage to St. Patrick’s Day, and the perfect service from the team, this was an event to remember. Our next event will be held on April 21, 2022 at the…
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Skål Boston 2022 Silent Auction LIVE March 22 – April 11
Auction benefiting the New England Center and Home for Veterans The International Skal Club of Boston will hold a silent auction beginning March 22nd through April 11, 2022. These auction items will raise money and support the New England Center & Home for Veterans (NECHV). www.nechv.org CLICK HERE FOR THE AUCTION NECHV is located in Downtown Boston. Its mission is to equip Veterans who are facing or at-risk of homelessness with the tools for economic self-sufficiency and to provide them a path to achieve successful and dignified independent living. A service and care provider for former military service men and women, NECHV offers a broad array of programs and services that…
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2022 Board Installation Meeting and Officer Turnover a Spectacular Success
We were thankful to be together for this special afternoon. It was a wonderful opportunity to hear from our outgoing President of the last two years, Beth Stehley. We also welcomed our new 2022 board who will have Mary Chin leading at the helm. Many thanks to the Boston Harbor Hotel for an unforgettable luncheon. Several Skålleagues mentioned that they were nearly moved to tears their meal was so outstanding (I agree). Please enjoy the photos below. In our header photo: Left to Right: Stephanie Pappas (Treasurer), Joe Mellia (Board-at-Large), Beth Stehley (Immediate Past President), Marianna Accomando (Board-at-Large), Kevin Panetta (Vice President), Mary Chin (Newly Installed President 2022), Efren Aponte…
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March Meeting at the Iconic Newbury Boston Hotel
Please join us and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the iconic Newbury Boston Hotel. Click here to register. Thursday, March 17th12pm-2pmThe Newbury Hotel1 Newbury StreetBoston, MA 02116 Details: Noon – 2:00pm Valet-Parking, $22 0-3 hours; $36 3-23 hours Valet Parking is located on the Newbury Street entrance of the hotel To register by check please forward to: Attn:Trish BerryAssistant Secretary/TreasurerYotel Boston65 Seaport Blvd.Boston, MA 02210 To confirm your payment by check please click “Pay by Check” located in the payment section. Member & Check payable in the amount $67.62. If you are unable to attend the event once registered please notify us by Friday, March 11th, 2022 at 5pm. Cancellations…
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2022 Installation of Officers turnover meeting and luncheon hosted at the Boston Harbor Hotel
Join us for the Skal International Boston Installation of Officers turnover meeting and lunch at the iconic Boston Harbor Hotel About this event Join us for the monthly Skal International Boston meeting and luncheon as we celebrate the installation of the new 2022 Board of Directors: Thursday, February 17th12pm-2pmBoston Harbor Hotel70 Rowes WharfBoston, MA 02110 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Details: Noon – 2:00pm Self-Parking, $49 per day Valet Parking currently unavailable We will recognize and celebrate the new Board of Directors To register by check please forward to: Attn:Stephanie PappasAssistant Secretary/Treasurer350 Commonwealth Ave. #2FBoston, MA 02115 To confirm your payment by check please click “Pay by Check” located in the payment…
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January Monthly Meeting Postponed
Fellow Skalleagues, It is with sadness that I write once again. Our January monthly meeting, which is the installation of your new officers and board is postponed. After members reached out to me due to the rising COVID numbers, the board decided to postpone the January meeting to February. Mary Chin, incoming President, generously offered the February meeting as the location of the installation of the 2022 officers and board. I want you to know this was a difficult decision to make and one that was made with the safety and well-being of each and every member as well as the team members of The Lenox Hotel where the meeting was scheduled…
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IMPORTANT REMINDER – SKÅL Renewal Dues
Greetings all and Happy New Year! We hope that you are all staying safe and healthy and know that you join us in hopes for an amazing year ahead! It’s that time of year to put out the annual communication about renewing your membership. I am following up on a communication sent to you in early December by our Treasurer, Efren Aponte. Thank you to those of you who have renewed. If you have not done so already, please process your renewal payment. We have to submit payment to SKAL International in Spain very soon, so your attention to this matter is much appreciated! There are two ways to pay…
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HOLIDAY LUNCHEON POSTPONED
IMPORTANT MESSAGE Good afternoon fellow Skalleagues, In the last 24 hours, we have received several inquiries from many of you about the safety protocols at our annual holiday luncheon tomorrow. After several conversations and the continued news of an increase in positive COVID-19 cases, we decided it would be in the best interest of safety and well-being of our members and the staff of the Colonnade Hotel to reschedule our event. Our holiday luncheon will NOT take place on Friday, December 17th. We regret the short notice but hope that you understand that your safety and well-being are our priority. A refund will be applied to your credit card, and we will…
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International Skål Club of Boston’s Annual Holiday Luncheon and Fundraiser Friday December 17, 2021
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Dear Fellow Skalleagues: It’s time for Boston Skalleagues to come together as we have in December for so many years to celebrate the spirit of the holiday season enjoying friendship, food, drink and some laughter, while making a positive impact on the lives of others. The International Skal Club of Boston will hold its Holiday Luncheon live at The Colonnade Boston on Friday, December 17, 2021. As in the past, we will conduct a raffle along with silent and live auctions to raise money for this year’s worthy recipient, the New England Center & Home for Veterans (NECHV). www.nechv.org NECHV is located in Downtown Boston. Its mission is…
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November meeting: Skål Boston Gives Thanks and Gives Back
A great time was had by all on Thursday November 18 at the iconic Boston Park Plaza as a group of nearly 90 Skålleagues gathered together to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season and to give back. Upon arrival guests tucked into delightful bites and enjoyed networking. The Skål toast was led by host Jon Crellin, Vice President of Operations/Managing Director of Highgate and the Boston Park Plaza. After confirming the 2022 slate of officers, Beth Stehley, 2021 Club President and Senior Vice President of Sales for the Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau commenced the November activity, a first of its kind event for the club supporting the…