These two large white apartment towers stand on either side of Massachusetts Avenue and provide housing for individuals with disabilities.

Based out of Symphony Hall, Project STEP (String Training and Education Program) works with children of color who are talented musicians to train them for careers in classical music.

Keith Lockhart, Boston's charismatic sweetheart, conducts the Boston Pops. The Pops play more "popular" music (than the BSO) such as movie themes, swing, big band, and light classical works at Symphony Hall in May and June, often with renowned soloists. The Holiday at Pops series in December features Yuletide favorites. Their free performances at the Hatch Memorial Shell is an integral part of Boston's Independence Day celebration. When The Pops perform the seats are removed from the first floor of Symphony Hall and tables are brought - so that concert goers get table service as well as music. All concerts wheelchair-accessible. Admission $26-$118; This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. 50-100 tickets day of the performance available for rush tickets for Tuesday nights during the season, except for Opening Night. Rush tickets are available in the Main Box Office at the Massachusetts Avenue entrance, with a maximum of 2 per customer, and must be paid for with cash.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra is the oldest and one of the Boston Pops, most renowned symphonies in the country. The principal conductor is James Levine and the BSO's season runs from late September through April. World-renowned musicians appear with the BSO and they generally premier at least one new work each season. Tickets ($27-105) include a $1 fee for the preservation of Symphony Hall - an architectural and acoustical gem of a building. Student rush tickets are sometimes available at 5pm for Tuesday and Thursday performances, 10am for the Friday matinée. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. By purchasing the BSO College Card for only $25, you have the opportunity to attend up to 27 BSO performances during the subscription season at no additional cost. Beginning at 9:30am on the morning of each concert listed, students may call the designated phone line to confirm that tickets are available for that performance. The tickets can then be picked up between the hours of 10am and 6pm the same day at the BSO Box Office at Symphony Hall on Massachusetts Avenue. Each student showing both a valid student ID and College Card is entitled to one ticket, if available, for a particular concert. The tickets are offered on a first-come first-served basis. There is a minimum of 100 tickets available per concert. Students are not guaranteed tickets to all 27 concerts.

Founded in 1815, the Handel and Haydn Society is the oldest continually performing arts organization in the country. Concerts are held in Boston's Symphony and Jordan Halls as well as other venues. A season highlight is their consistently sold-out December production of Handel's Messiah. Tickets range from $25 to $67 and rush tickets are sometimes available 3 hours before performances. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

A city magazine known for its expository features, narratives, profiles, and investigative features that show different aspects of the Boston community. This magazine acts as a locals guide on travel, shopping, money, food, fashion, home, and health. They also publish: New England Travel & Life, Boston Home, and Boston Weddings. They have been around for over 40 years and are located in the Christian Science Center Plaza across from the Boston Symphony.

Finally open in the Back Bay and serving up many a crazy dog, with a bevvy of outlandish toppings. Though the do not encourage the consumption of man's best friend, their menu is set up so various combinations of toppings are named after different kinds of dogs, such as the Irish Setter, Bulldog, etc. Sofas, magazines, and a plasma TV are provided for your relaxation while you enjoy their wide variety of hot dogs. Franchise opportunities available.

It exists, I know it's possible but still somehow this seems an oxymoron to most. Yet in a haze of disbelief I implore you to venture here. Like a modern-day Alice in Wonderland. Vegan ice cream can be your white rabbit. The atmosphere, in reality, is less than fairy-tale like. Imagine if your dentist's office and an ice cream parlor had a child. Yes, that is the interior and service factor at Wheeler's. Sterile, bare bones and slightly cold. The goods, however, delivered fairly well and warmly. The dessert is creamy and satisfying. No need for anything more than a small, if you're looking for a quick, refreshing treat. If I am in the 'hood, I would like to sample more of their extensive flavor list...who knew one could conjure up so much creativity sans the usual ingredients. The alcohol-inspired flavors are very very good. Also selling vegan salads and sandwiches.

City Hair and Beauty Supplies is a full service salon. They feature student rates of $15 and up. There is a Thai Massage Therapist affiliated with the salon as well.

Catering to students and artists. Utrecht has everything you might need on 2 floors. They are located a little set back from Mass Ave, right next to the Symphony Inbound T Station. Utrecht has a standard supply of painting, modeling, framing, scrap booking, building, molding, and drawing supplies. Even though they are pricer than most art stores, you cannot beat their location and friendly staff. If you are a student, ask for a free student advantage card - you can save 10% on all of your purchases. If you are an art or architecture student at a nearby university, try to buy your supplies early, as they quickly run out of wood, plexiglass, and museum board. Insider tip- Shop on Thursdays - they get their weekly shipment in on Wednesdays, so if you need one of these highly coveted materials, keep this in mind! Utrecht also accepts the Berklee Card and the Fenway Card!