Gardner License Commission Greenlights Oktoberfest Events and Fitness Concepts License

Overview: The Gardner License Commission convened on August 13, 2024, to approve several one-day license requests, most notably for the upcoming Oktoberfest and an outdoor fitness event by Fitness Concepts. The meeting focused on the logistical and safety measures for these events.

Boston Licensing Board Reviews Incident at Club Cafe and Other Establishment Violations

Overview: The Boston Licensing Board met on August 8, 2024, to review various incidents and applications involving licensed establishments. Among the most discussed topics were the incidents at Club Cafe and New Moon Villa Restaurant, along with several other establishments seeking amendments to their licenses.

Community Concerns Dominate Boston Licensing Board Meeting on New Restaurant Licenses

Overview: The Boston Licensing Board convened on August 7, 2024, to address a range of applications, with a focus on community concerns surrounding new restaurant licenses. Key issues included pedestrian safety, potential traffic problems, and the impact on local neighborhoods.

Boston Licensing Board Reviews Assault Incidents and Underage Drinking Violations

Overview: In a recent Boston Licensing Board meeting held on August 6, 2024, the board addressed multiple critical incidents, including alleged assaults at various establishments and violations related to underage drinking. The most topics discussed were the incidents at New Moon Villa Restaurant and Lolita Boston LLC.

Big House LLC Seeks Expanded Entertainment License for New Venue “Basement” in Boston

Overview: The Boston Entertainment Application Board recently reviewed Big House LLC’s application to expand entertainment offerings at their new venue, Basement, located on Stewart Street. The expansion includes adding categories such as audio devices, jukebox, disc jockey, dancing by patrons, and instrumental and vocal music up to six performers daily until 2 a.m.