Join the New England Tweed Outing Group for an afternoon walk exploring the historic Mt Auburn Cemetery. To make it an interactive gathering, you are encouraged to participate in sharing a verse or historical bio about one of the notable persons laid within. After the ramble, we will meet for a bite and a drink at a nearby restaurant. The walk starts at 11am, follow the NETO Facebook event for full details.
Break out your tweed caps and bowties! The 15th Annual Boston Tweed Ride is Sunday 10/13 and will include a scenic ride along the Charles River as well as a picnic at the mid-point. Meet at John F. Kennedy Park, near the fountain at 11:00 AM. Here is the FB event for further info.
After our ride, join us at Charlie’s Kitchen in Harvard Square for drinks and food.
We’re getting close to another fun and relaxing afternoon at the Salem Common Lawn Party Picnic! Polish up your dance shoes and get ready for a day of 1920’s music by Annie and the Fur Trappers, lawn games, antique autos, and an assortment of vintage vendors. This FREE event is a great way to get started in the vintage hobby. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs and meet fellow history/fashion enthusiasts. The event runs 12-4pm on Saturday, Sept 14th, and you can find full info on their FB event link.
August 10th GBVS is having a free 1970’s meet-up at Rollerama in Kendall Square, Boston. This event features free skate rentals and a vintage market put on by our friends and hosts of the Brighton Bazaar. GBVS members will be there from 3-6pm. Come skate with us in a groovy 70’s outfit and then we’ll find somewhere to head for dinner after!
It’s not too late to board the S.S. Minnow for a delightfully “fateful trip”! We’re busy preparing for another amazing tropical tiki evening. Last minute touches are being put on the photo booth and Gilligan is busy practicing his “fire spinning”! (fingers crossed!) Our bartenders Cliff and Devon will be serving up craft cocktails while you enjoy live music and a full-catered buffet at the GBVS HQ in Groveland, MA. Register today by emailing “gbvintagesociety@gmail.com“. Full info on the Facebook event page.
The Rebecca Nurse Homestead Museum of Danvers is having their annual summer fundraiser “Gala Day” on June 8th. The very first “Gala Day & Garden Party Bazaar” was held in 1912 right after becoming a museum, and continued through the 1920’s. Today the museum has brought back the tradition and with the help of GBVS we’re putting together a very special lawn party this year! Don your dapper best and join us for music by the Wolverine Jazz Band, antique autos, lawn games, tours of the museum, and much more! Tickets can be found HERE. Get yours today and save!
Enjoy an evening of tropical cocktails, live music, a full-catered buffet, and more at the GBVS HQ in Groveland, MA. We had an epic sold-out tropical luau evening two years ago, it’s time to do it again. As you can tell, this year’s theme is Gilligan’s Island and we encourage you to dress the part! Full info on the Facebook event page.
GBVS is invited to attend a special night of the Boston debut of Lizzy and the Triggermen! This special show at City Winery is encouraging a vintage crowd in attendance. This is an extremely talented swing band with a national following. There will be great food, drink, and a small area set aside for dancing. Here’s the link for TICKETS. Email GBVS at gbvintagesociety@gmail.com if you would like to join us of dinner prior to the show!
“Dubbed “10-piece jazz sensations” by LA Weekly and hot off their sold-out show at the prestigious Tucson Jazz Festival, Lizzy & the Triggermen transport you back to the glamour of the Jazz Age, but with a sound and swagger that is thrillingly new!”
It’s been a quiet winter so far, but our friends at the Brighton Bazaar have a great show coming up to keep us busy!
Retromania is a weekend-long Retrospective Expo in Boston, featuring 117 vendors showcasing the best vintage styles, collectible classics, & nostalgic goods New England has to offer! With 50,000 square feet of indoor space, this is one of the largest shows of its kind in the whole Northeast. A giant, highly curated, one-stop shop for tens of thousands of unique finds.” Link for tickets, details, and FAQs on the event page.
Here’s a fantastic option for a vintage New Year’s. Join GBVS as we celebrate with the Stoptime Revue! They’ve found a location to host their own NYE bash and we are excited to partner with them to help get the word out. It’s called it the “Classic Hollywood NYE Ball”! It will take place at a local Webster, MA restaurant event venue. Big plans are underway for theming, contests, and extra entertainment. PLUS, GBVS members get 20% off ticket price with the code: GBVS20! Click here for TICKETS, we look forward to seeing you there!
The Greater Boston Vintage Society 