May 4, 2020: Bill was so ready to photograph a Kentucky Derby party, but because of covid-19 spring events have been cancelled or postponed. So, we’re re-posting Bill’s photos from two events two years ago at Society on High and Serefina. FINANCIAL DISTRICT — Bill Brett stopped by two parties, both on High Street, where hundreds had gathered to watch the Kentucky Derby on May 5, 2018. First stop was at Society on High, 99…

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BRAINTREE — It seems like everyone including Santa Claus turned out the other day to celebrate Harry Brett’s “30th” birthday party. The surprise — and he was surprised — was set up and organized by Harry’s daughters Mary Ellen and Margaret. A parade of cars made its way (slowly) by the Brett house in Braintree as a very happy Harry Brett and his wife, Lucille, waved as each car passed by. The phalanx was led…

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Few in town attend more events than Bill Brett and so Bill and his team have been getting queries about what events have been canceled (short answer, everything) and if we have any information on what events have already been rescheduled. To keep as up-to-date as possible — and figure out where we’ll be this fall, we hope — we are compiling this list, which we will update as we are given information,…

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SOUTH BOSTON — Brian Wallace, the lifelong resident of South Boston and one of the city neighborhood’s greatest champions, has helped raise thousands of dollars and offered his support of South Boston people and causes over the years. And on April 18, there was supposed to be a gathering to support Brian at a “time” for him. Because of health and safety concerns regarding Covid-19, “A Night for Brian Wallace” has been cancelled. Those organizing…

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The Highland Street Foundation has joined the growing ranks of Boston’s philanthropic community in proudly supporting Off Their Plate, a grassroots organization that provides nutritious meals for frontline healthcare workers. The meals are prepared by chefs from local restaurants who have lost their jobs due to outbreak of the Coronavirus. The effort helps to provide sustenance to two groups of workers that play a critically important role in the City during this unprecedented time. For…

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