Tattoos and Record Covers

(All events are in walking distance from Orange Line stops on the MBTA.)

1. RECORD COVER ART: Sunday is the last day to see an exhibit of record cover art at the Institute of Contemporary Art. Record covers from Billy Holiday to the Talking Heads and beyond are on display.
   Take the commuter rail to North Station, then the Orange Line to State Street Station and walk 20 minutes along the beautiful waterfront to the museum. 
   
    
2. TATTOO CONVENTION: Another indication that tattoos are mainstream and no longer counter-culture. The 10th annual convention is held Friday-Monday at the Sheraton Hotel. Art galleries, live music,and a Miss Boston Ink pageant. Ticket info available here.
   Take the commuter rail to North Station, then the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 12 minutes to the hotel.  
   
    
3. SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH : A basket of beignets, thick-cut french toast with chantilly cream or a brie and bacon omelette... all with a side of smooth jazz. At  , 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
Pricing: View menu here.
   Take the commuter rail to North Station, then the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 10 minutes to the restaurant. 
   
    
4. : A farmer's market, arts/crafts market, and antique market (Vintage SOWA Market) on steroids. Some of the fine art galleries are also usually open. On Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
   Take the commuter rail to North Station, then the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 17 minutes to the open market. 
   
    
5. WINE MONDAY: At , Monday, 7 p.m
.  This Labor Day, L'Espalier brings you an evening of wines paired with a four-course tasting menu. This week's theme: Burgundy. To make reservations, call 617-262-3023.
 Pricing: $60
   Take the commuter rail to North Station, then the Orange Line to Back Bay Station and walk 8 minutes to the restaurant.