Tom O'Keefe

Lyons Group is currently hiring a Graphic Design, Photography, and Marketing Intern.

Lyons Group is an entertainment, food and beverage development company. Currently, the company owns and operates some thirty venues in the Boston area, Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, Connecticut and in Atlantic City, NJ. Each brand has been conceived, built, marketed and operated by our group. Our impressive list of properties range from top-notch eateries such as Scampo, Sonsie, Harvard Gardens & Jasper Whites Summer Shack to the most popular & world famous entertainment destinations such as Kings, Game On Fenway & Lucky’s Lounge.

Title: Graphic Design Internship

We are looking for a Graphic Design Intern to work side by side with our Marketing Director to design and coding for systems and communication of our establishments. Some responsibilities can include assisting the with the production and design details of materials, including but not limited to branding, publications, brochures, announcements, advertisements, promotional materials, websites, video, social media, etc. Assembling pre-production materials, scanning images, attending to vendors and clients, updating design files, web networking & solving communication issues that apply to the experience of a customer thru a variety of media. Providing administrative office support, including file and database management, telephone and office reception, and other office-related tasks.

Internships can begin anytime as we are flexible with start dates, but we are looking for someone ASAP.

For this position you need to have your own laptop, preferably a Mac. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to be analytical, work well with people, work independently and take initiative. Proficiency with design programs, i.e.: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office, and ability to cross platforms, HTML knowledge. Capacity to work under tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects.

This is an unpaid internship but can lead to paid employment full/part time for the right individual. But some benefits to compensate can be: company wide discounts, attending parties & special events and more. Must be 18yrs or older.

Please email a cover letter and your resume to: mharrell@lyonsgroup.com for consideration. We will also be interested in seeing your portfolio with pieces and coordinating website (if available).

Title: Photography Internship

Overview:
The Lansdowne Pub is Fenway’s neighborhood pub. Opened in April 2009, it has fast become a destination for traditional pub dining, great live music and as a meeting place for the community. The Lansdowne is Boston’s premier soccer bar, showing every match on our massive HD screen. The pub serves traditional pub fare, in an environment of comfort and fun.

Duties:
- Provide photography for all major and various minor events and promotions.

- Upload photos in a timely manner to social networking and official websites.

- Assist Marketing Manager with photography needs for marketing collateral.

- Provide promotional images for Public Relations purposes.

Requirements:
Students need to be hard working and very dependable as displayed through past work experiences. They need to be detailed-oriented with a general understanding of events. Students must provide their own camera and photography materials. Student must be able to work off a shot sheet and work independently at weekly events. Knowledge of the food and beverage industry are preferred.

Conditions:
This position is an excellent resume builder with hands-on experience. We will be glad to work with your university to coordinate college credit. Ideally the student would work all major and various minor promotions and events.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be considered, please email Meghan Harrell at mharrell@lyonsgroup.com . Please include cover letter, resume, and link to on line portfolio.

Location: The Lansdowne Pub (9 Lansdowne St., Boston), Mass Ave Tavern (94 Massachusetts Ave., Boston) Towne (900 Boylston St., Boston), Back Bay Social Club (867 Boylston St., Boston), Sonsie (327 Newbury St., Boston), Five Roses Pub (5509 Park Pl., Rosemont, IL)

Available: Summer 2012
Full or part-time depending on the availability of the right candidate
Flexible start and end dates

Title: Marketing Intern

Duties:

- Help implement Marketing Campaigns, Sales Efforts, and Event Planning.
- Assist the Marketing Manager with daily activities and projects.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new social media and networking technologies.
- Assist with the planning and execution of all grass roots marketing efforts and their associated marketing collaterals.
- Assist with customer service on event days.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Students need to be hard working and very dependable as displayed through past work experiences. They need to be detailed-oriented with a general understanding of marketing and advertising. Must be a self starter and have the ability to work independently. Basic computer skills are a must. Students must provide their own laptop. Knowledge of the food and beverage industry is preferred.

Conditions:
This position is an excellent resume builder with hands-on experience. We will be glad to work with your university to coordinate college credit. Ideally, we would like the student to work an average of 20 hours a week.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be considered, please email your resume and cover letter to Meghan Harrell at mharrell@Lyonsgroup.com

On Wednesday April 18th, The Revere Hotel will officially launch in Boston – the same day that Paul Revere embarked on his famous ride.

On Wednesday April 11th through Friday April 13th, I will be hiding one room key each day somewhere in Boston. Each key represents a free overnight stay at the Revere Hotel – you can stay any night you want (subject to availability). The first person to physically find (and grab) the room key wins the free overnight stay. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday I will tweet a picture (via @BostonTweet) of where that key is located – first one to grab it, wins it.

On the 18th, Revere will be hosting a “vertical fashion show”. What is a “vertical fashion show”? It’s a fashion show that scales down the side of a building and Revere’s will scale down from the 24th floor to the 8th floor pool deck – where they’re throwing a viewing party at 5pm. A viewing party that they’re giving away 5 pairs of passes to. To win access to this party just tweet the line below and @RevereBoston will choose 5 winners at random to attend the event on the 18th.

Win 2 tix to the vertical fashion show at @RevereBoston on April 18. RT to enter random drawing. #RevereIsHere http://bit.ly/I07gT1

Press Release from BostonCasting: 

Looking to travel the world this summer for FREE?

We’re looking for outgoing NON-UNION high school students (16-18) & college students (18-22) to be in a series of educational videos this summer

If you’re chosen, students will travel to Europe and China for free. This is UNPAID but the client will cover your travel expenses for a 5-12 day tour and film your experiences!

Shoots will take place between Mid-June and Mid-July
Locations include Paris, Nice, Rome, Spain, London and China

Open Call
Saturday, April 7th
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Boston Casting
129 Braintree St. #107
Allston, MA 02134
For directions, visit www.bostoncasting.com
Please bring a photo and your friends!

If you cannot attend the open call, but are still interested in auditioning, please email EducationCasting [at] gmail [dot] com

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• Samuel Adams Whitewater IPA, American IPA, 5.8% (Boston)
• Pretty Things Baby Tree, Quadrupel, 9.0% (Somerville)
• Notch Session Pils, Czech Pilsner, 4.0% (Ipswich)

•   Brooklyn Pale Ale, English Pale Ale, 5.0% (NY)
• Ommegang Witte, Witbier, 5.1% (NY)
• Victory Golden Monkey, Tripel, 9.50% (PA)
• Dogfish Head 60 IPA, American IPA, 6.0% (DE)

• Peroni  Nastro Azzuro, European Pale Lager, 5.1% (Italy)
• Moretti La Rossa, Doppelbock, 7.2% (Italy)
• Delirium Tremens, Belgian Strong Pale Ale, 8.5% (Belgian)
• Unibroue Trois Pistoles, Belgian Strong Dark Ale, 9.0% (Canada)

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The Dropkick Murphys are playing the Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday March 10th and I will be giving away 3 pairs of tickets to the show.

Follow @BostonTweet  between Tuesday February 28th and Tuesday March 6th for three separate chances to win 1 of 3 pairs of tickets. Additionally, each winner will enjoy an overnight stay at the beautiful Mohegan Sun hotel on Saturday night after the show!

For additional information about Mohegan Sun please visit: MoheganSun.com

Dropkick Murphys at Mohegan Sun in 2011

Win a free “I Hate Mondays, but I Love Burritos” t-shirt by tweeting:

I want to win a “I Hate Mondays, but I Love Burritos” T-shirt from @BostonTweet. #Burrtweeto http://twitpic.com/8qp1hb & http://bit.ly/AF9o7p

Gaslight – serves food until 1:30am (560 Harrison Ave, SoWa)
The Abbey – 1:30am (1657 Beacon Street, Washington Square)
Eastern Standard – 1:30am (528 Comm Ave, Kenmore Square)
Back Bay Social Club – 1:30am (867 Boylston Street, Back Bay)
Franklin Cafe – 1:30am (278 Shawmut Ave, South End)
Tasty Burger – 1:30am (1301 Boylston Street, The Fenway)
Stella – 1:30am (1525 Washington Street, South End)
Golden Temple – 2am on weekends (Washington Square, Brookline)
Dragon Star – 2am on weekends (Washington Square, Brookline)
Boloco Berklee – 2:01am (1080 Boylston Street, Berklee)
Felipe’s Taqueria – 2am (83 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square)
Anchovies 1:30am (433 Columbus Ave, South End)

Late Late Night

Moody’s Falafel – 3am (25 Central Square, Central Square)
Falafel Corner – 3am (8 Eliot Street, Cambridge)
Felcaro Pizzeria – 3am on weekends (280 Cambridge Street, Beacon Hill)
Little Steve’s Pizzeria – 3am (1114 Boylston Street, Berklee)
New Golden Gate – 4am (66 Beach Street, Chinatown)
Cafe Pompei – 4am (280 Hanover Street, North End)
South Street Diner – open all night (178 Kneeland Street, Boston)
Bova’s Bakery – open all night (134 Salem Street, North End)
Victoria’s Diner – 5am on weekends (1024 Mass Ave, Boston)
Hen House Chicken & Waffles – 4am on weekends (1033 Mass Ave, Boston)
Chau Chow City 4am (83 Essex Street, Chinatown)

In his opening monologue Conan O’Brien makes fun of Gisele’s email to pray for her husband, “Supermodel Gisele Bundchen wants people to pray for her husband, Tom Brady, to win the Super Bowl. In response God said, ‘I think I’ve done enough for Tom Brady’”.

Joke starts at 1:35 (after the advertisement).

Super Bowl Sunday Specials

• MJ O’Connor’s (Park Plaza) – free halftime buffet
• Champions (Cambridge) – 50c wings during the game and free buffet during halftime
• Clerys – $15 for two drink tickets and an open tailgate buffet during the first half. Info
• GameOn – bucket of wings and two cheese pizzas for $15
• The Harp – free buffet at halftime
• Pour House – $3.95 themed appetizer platters
• Lansdowne Pub – free wings at halftime
• McFaddens –  85c sliders and 10c wings during the game
• Russell House Tavern – $1 oysters during the game
• Tico - $35 all you can eat super bowl menu including ribs, wings, steak tips, chips and salsa, meatball grinders, sausage grinders. 617-351-0400 to reserver a table.
•  Crazy Dough’s Pizza – Buy either 1 large pizza or 2 small pizzas and get a 10 piece order of chicken bites for $5.
• Jimmy’s in Washington Square has half-price pizzas at the bar during the game.
• SDLT has $1 bar bites at the bar starting at 6pm on Super Bowl Sunday. Menu
• Stoddard’s Pub – free half-time buffet
• Barlow’s – complimentary buffet (“while it lasts”)

Cheap Beer Bars

• Jose McIntyre’s has $2.50 32oz personal pitchers.
• The Point in Faneuil Hall has $8 Bud Light pitchers.
• The Hub Pub on Province Street in Downtown Crossing has $7 Coors Light pitchers and $9.50 Molson pitchers.
• Sidebar on Bromfield Street in Downtown Crossing has $2 drafts & $7 pitchers of Bud Light.
• $1 Bud and Bud Light drafts at Coogan’s.
• $1 PBR drafts at Ames Plow in Faneuil Hall.
• Paddy O’s in Faneuil Hall has $2 Miller Lite drafts and $8 pitchers.
• Hennesy’s in Faneuil Hall has $2 Coronal Lights, $2 Miller Lites and $3 bar shots.
• Upper Crust at Fenway on Boylston Street has $2 PBR drafts – tasty pizza too!
• White Horse Tavern in Allston has $2.50 Bud (16oz) drafts.
• The Draft on Harvard Ave in Allston has $9 pitchers.
• Punters Pub has $7 pitchers.
• Sissy K’s in Faneuil Hall has $1 Bud and Bud Light drafts
• The Living Room on Atlantic Ave has $2.50 Coors Light drafts.
• Kitty O’Shea’s near Faneuil Hall has $6.50 pitchers
• The Avenue in Allston has $2 Bud and Bud Light drafts.
• The Silhouette in Allston has $7 pitchers.

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Last night Nightline featured Life is Good founders, Bert and John Jacobs – two of the most inspirational individuals about making a positive impact for social good.