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Join us for a ~4.5 mile hike in the West part of the Middlesex FELLS Reservation. Located ~10 miles from MIT, the FELLS Reservation is a natural treasure, offering beautiful sceneries and providing an important drinking water supply for many residents north of Boston.

The Fells Reservation spans ~2,200-acres that include a diverse landscape of forest, wetlands, and hills, something all too rare in our urban/suburban landscape. This range of habitat sustains a variety of wildlife including mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds.

Approximate Trail Map
Our trail will loop around the FELLS North Reservoir along wooded areas with a mildly undulating terrain, offering frequent vistas of both North and Middle Reservoirs. We will have a brief lunch break at one of the scenic points, so, please bring a sandwich or snack and drinking water.

The expected start-to-end duration is 2 to 2.5 hours depending on weather and ground-surface conditions. The final trail will be selected closer to the hiking date, adapted to updated hike-day weather conditions and expected trail-surface conditions.

A detailed map of the Middlesex Fells Reservation may be found at:
https://www.mass.gov/doc/middlesex-fells-reservation-trail-map/download

How to Get There
Google Maps: “2 Hillcrest Pkwy, Winchester MA”
Latitude/Longitude: 42.463583, -71.120694

Meeting Point and Parking
The meeting point will be at the entrance to Middlesex FELLS Reservation across the street from 2 Hillcrest Pkwy, Winchester MA. On-street free parking is available along the entire length of Hillcrest Pkwy. You should be able to find a spot reasonably close to the meeting point between 2 and 40 Hillcrest Pkwy. Please park on the Reservoir side of the street only.

What to Bring/Use

Winter is behind us, May might be very hot at times but weather can often turn cool and shoulder-season gear is advisable. So, please consider bringing the following items to the hike:

1.    Comfortable, short and long sleeve shirts
2.    Hiking Boots or cross country sneakers
3.    Camera and binoculars
4.    Hat and sun block, as needed
5.    Water & Snack or Lunch

Event attendees must acknowledge and understand that: (i) they are not required to participate in this event; and (ii) any participation is voluntary and at their sole risk.

Primary Contact: 

Tony Galaitsis: Galaitsis@verizon.net
Retired Physicist. PhD in Physics from MIT, mountain hiking aficionado, avid traveler, and amateur photographer.

Secondary Contact:

Robert Greaves: rjgreaves@gmail.com
PhD in Marine Geology and Geophysics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program. Avid hiker, traveler and scuba diver.

 

NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account.

Contact

galaitsis@verizon.net

Learn More 2025-05-04 14:00:00 2025-05-04 17:00:00 UTC Monthly MITCOB Hike – Middlesex FELLS North Reservoir If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. Join us for a ~4.5 mile hike in the West part of the Middlesex FELLS Reservation. Located ~10 miles from MIT, the FELLS Reservation is a natural treasure, offering beautiful sceneries and providing an important drinking water supply for many residents north of Boston. The Fells Reservation spans ~2,200-acres that include a diverse landscape of forest, wetlands, and hills, something all too rare in our urban/suburban landscape. This range of habitat sustains a variety of wildlife including mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. Approximate Trail MapOur trail will loop around the FELLS North Reservoir along wooded areas with a mildly undulating terrain, offering frequent vistas of both North and Middle Reservoirs. We will have a brief lunch break at one of the scenic points, so, please bring a sandwich or snack and drinking water. The expected start-to-end duration is 2 to 2.5 hours depending on weather and ground-surface conditions. The final trail will be selected closer to the hiking date, adapted to updated hike-day weather conditions and expected trail-surface conditions. A detailed map of the Middlesex Fells Reservation may be found at:https://www.mass.gov/doc/middlesex-fells-reservation-trail-map/download How to Get ThereGoogle Maps: “2 Hillcrest Pkwy, Winchester MA”Latitude/Longitude: 42.463583, -71.120694 Meeting Point and ParkingThe meeting point will be at the entrance to Middlesex FELLS Reservation across the street from 2 Hillcrest Pkwy, Winchester MA. On-street free parking is available along the entire length of Hillcrest Pkwy. You should be able to find a spot reasonably close to the meeting point between 2 and 40 Hillcrest Pkwy. Please park on the Reservoir side of the street only. What to Bring/Use Winter is behind us, May might be very hot at times but weather can often turn cool and shoulder-season gear is advisable. So, please consider bringing the following items to the hike: 1.    Comfortable, short and long sleeve shirts2.    Hiking Boots or cross country sneakers3.    Camera and binoculars4.    Hat and sun block, as needed5.    Water & Snack or Lunch Event attendees must acknowledge and understand that: (i) they are not required to participate in this event; and (ii) any participation is voluntary and at their sole risk. Primary Contact:  Tony Galaitsis: Galaitsis@verizon.netRetired Physicist. PhD in Physics from MIT, mountain hiking aficionado, avid traveler, and amateur photographer. Secondary Contact: Robert Greaves: rjgreaves@gmail.comPhD in Marine Geology and Geophysics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program. Avid hiker, traveler and scuba diver.   NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account. Club of Boston galaitsis@verizon.net

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Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni

Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.

Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line).

Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. 
Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph.

Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph.

When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon.

Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back.

Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.
The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature <43° or probability of rain >25%.

Always check ride status before attending the event.

Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com

Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation.

Contact

hzmd@me.com

Learn More 2025-05-08 14:00:00 2025-05-08 16:00:00 UTC Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line). Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph. Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph. When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon. Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back. Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature &lt;43° or probability of rain &gt;25%.Always check ride status before attending the event. Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation. Club of Boston hzmd@me.com

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Prescription For Bankruptcy:
America's Failing Health Care "non-system"

Why do Americans pay more than citizens of any other country for health care and yet have, at best, mediocre health outcomes? Dr. Edward Hoffer will discuss this topic, and suggest both global solutions and practical things you can do to pay less and get better care.

 

Our speaker, Edward Hoffer MD

Edward Hoffer MD is a graduate of MIT and Harvard Medical School and did his residency and fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Hoffer has held faculty academic appointments at Harvard, the University of Massachusetts, and Boston University. He has also held appointments at several Boston hospitals (Peter Bent Brigham, Beth Israel, Boston Hospital for Women), at many Boston metro-west hospitals (in Worcestor, Natick, and Framingham), and at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington. He has either authored or co-authored over 80 publications, including 8 books and dozens of refereed journal articles, many of which deal with the application of computers to various aspects of medicine and with issues within the American healthcare system (insurance, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, etc.).

For 45 years he combined clinical practice of Internal Medicine and Cardiology with research on the applications of computers and AI to medical care, and continues to work half-time at the MGH Lab of Computer Science.

He has written and lectured extensively on the problems of the American healthcare "non-system."

 

Lunch at Alberto's Ristorante

We will be returning to Alberto's Ristorante in Hyannis because of the many rave reviews we received for the food and service in the past.

There will be a cash bar and we will be offering the same entrees as before (gluten-free is available upon request). All meals include a house salad and Tartuffo dessert.

• Chicken Parmagian - Breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese. Served with penne pasta.
  
  
• Pork Osso Bucco - Pork shank cooked with celery, carrots, and onions in a Barolo wine sauce. Served with mashed potatoes broccoli.
  
  
• Baked Scrod - Fresh baked scrod with seasoned breadcrumbs, white wine, and lemon touch of butter. Served with pasta and vegetables.
  
  
• Farcite Napoletana (vegetarian) - Eggplant rolled &amp; stuffed with ricotta cheese, baked with San Marzano plum tomato sauce &amp; three cheeses. Served with penne pasta.

 

Contact

capecodEvents@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-15 15:30:00 2025-05-15 18:30:00 UTC Prescription for Bankruptcy: America's Failing Health Care "non-system" Prescription For Bankruptcy:America's Failing Health Care "non-system" Why do Americans pay more than citizens of any other country for health care and yet have, at best, mediocre health outcomes? Dr. Edward Hoffer will discuss this topic, and suggest both global solutions and practical things you can do to pay less and get better care.   Our speaker, Edward Hoffer MD Edward Hoffer MD is a graduate of MIT and Harvard Medical School and did his residency and fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Hoffer has held faculty academic appointments at Harvard, the University of Massachusetts, and Boston University. He has also held appointments at several Boston hospitals (Peter Bent Brigham, Beth Israel, Boston Hospital for Women), at many Boston metro-west hospitals (in Worcestor, Natick, and Framingham), and at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington. He has either authored or co-authored over 80 publications, including 8 books and dozens of refereed journal articles, many of which deal with the application of computers to various aspects of medicine and with issues within the American healthcare system (insurance, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, etc.). For 45 years he combined clinical practice of Internal Medicine and Cardiology with research on the applications of computers and AI to medical care, and continues to work half-time at the MGH Lab of Computer Science. He has written and lectured extensively on the problems of the American healthcare "non-system."   Lunch at Alberto's Ristorante We will be returning to Alberto's Ristorante in Hyannis because of the many rave reviews we received for the food and service in the past. There will be a cash bar and we will be offering the same entrees as before (gluten-free is available upon request). All meals include a house salad and Tartuffo dessert. Chicken Parmagian - Breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese. Served with penne pasta. Pork Osso Bucco - Pork shank cooked with celery, carrots, and onions in a Barolo wine sauce. Served with mashed potatoes broccoli. Baked Scrod - Fresh baked scrod with seasoned breadcrumbs, white wine, and lemon touch of butter. Served with pasta and vegetables. Farcite Napoletana (vegetarian) - Eggplant rolled &amp;amp; stuffed with ricotta cheese, baked with San Marzano plum tomato sauce &amp;amp; three cheeses. Served with penne pasta.   Club of Cape Cod capecodEvents@alum.mit.edu

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Note: This is session #1 of 2. No need to attend both.

Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team!

The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alums---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged.

For more information and to RSVP, use this link.

Contact

micah.smith@columbia.edu

Learn More 2025-05-16 22:00:00 2025-05-17 01:00:00 UTC 2025 Ivy+ Alumni Softball Mixer and Informational Session #1 Note: This is session #1 of 2. No need to attend both. Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team! The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alums---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged. For more information and to RSVP, use this link. Club of Boston micah.smith@columbia.edu

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As the world stands on the cusp of transformative breakthroughs in AI, CRISPR, and beyond, it’s the perfect moment to connect, converse, and collaborate. Join us for a lively and thought-provoking monthly brunch designed to bring together mid- and late-career MIT graduates who are eager to share ideas, spark new friendships, and explore what’s next.

We’ll lay the foundation for a dynamic series of gatherings, creating a structure to ensure every brunch is as engaging as it is meaningful. Come hungry for conversation and inspired to build the future. The next meetup will be held at the Veritas Restaurant (brunch menu) inside the Harvard Club of Boston (on the right after you enter the building).

Space is very limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot. There is a non-refundable $5 fee to reserve your spot (does not go towards food).

Due to the Harvard Club's membership requirement, splitting checks will not be an option. We ask that attendees bring enough cash in order to pay for their own meal + tax/gratuity. We look forward to seeing you there!

Contact

michael.delamaza@gmail.com

Learn More 2025-05-17 14:30:00 2025-05-17 16:30:00 UTC Mid and Late Career Brunch - May 2025 If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. As the world stands on the cusp of transformative breakthroughs in AI, CRISPR, and beyond, it’s the perfect moment to connect, converse, and collaborate. Join us for a lively and thought-provoking monthly brunch designed to bring together mid- and late-career MIT graduates who are eager to share ideas, spark new friendships, and explore what’s next. We’ll lay the foundation for a dynamic series of gatherings, creating a structure to ensure every brunch is as engaging as it is meaningful. Come hungry for conversation and inspired to build the future. The next meetup will be held at the Veritas Restaurant (brunch menu) inside the Harvard Club of Boston (on the right after you enter the building). Space is very limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot. There is a non-refundable $5 fee to reserve your spot (does not go towards food). Due to the Harvard Club's membership requirement, splitting checks will not be an option. We ask that attendees bring enough cash in order to pay for their own meal + tax/gratuity. We look forward to seeing you there! Club of Boston michael.delamaza@gmail.com

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tngai@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-17 21:15:00 2025-05-18 01:30:00 UTC Alumni Night @ New England Revolution CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Join fellow MIT alumni and their families for a special night at Gillette Stadium as the New England Revolution take on the San Jose Earthquakes. This event offers a premium MLS game-day experience, complete with: Special Remarks from Brian Bilello '97 – Hear from Revolution Team President and proud MIT alumnus, Brian Bilello, as he shares insights on leadership, his journey from MIT to Major League Soccer, and bringing the 2026 World Cup to Boston. Club Seat Access – Enjoy some of the best views in the stadium while taking in all the action. All-Inclusive Food &amp; Beverage – Savor a top-tier dining experience with unlimited food and drinks throughout the match. Halftime Gillette Stadium Lighthouse Tour – Enjoy the views from the Gillette Stadium Lighthouse on our 360-degree observation deck at halftime of the match. The speaker event featuring Revolution Team President &amp; MIT alumnus, Brian Bilello begins at 5:45PM prior to the start of the game. Tickets cost $178/person and can be PURCHASED HERE. You may purchase up to 8 tickets per account. For groups larger than 8, please contact Tom Gatanis at tomg@revolutionsoccer.net. Tickets are limited. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow MIT alumni, enjoy a world-class sports event, and introduce your family and friends to a Revolution soccer experience. Club of Boston tngai@mitcob.org

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Join the MITCOB Dining Club this May with Colombian-Mexican fare at La Cantina in Revere, MA on Wednesday May 21 at 7:00PM. We will sample a prix fixe 3-course menu which includes an appetizer, a entree, dessert, and juice/soft drink. Attendees will be responsible for any alternate beverages, which will be paid for separately. Registrations can be canceled through Sunday May 18, for a full refund. Refunds after May 18th will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Ticket Pricing (includes tax/gratuity):

• MITCOB Member/Guest - $62
• Non-Member/Guest - $70

Prix Fixe 3-Course Menu:

APPETIZER (pick one):

• Ceviche de chicharron, served with yucca fries
• Roasted Beet Salad (mixed greens, pickled onion, shaved parmesan cheese and sweet mustard vinaigrette)

ENTRÉE (pick one):

• Grilled Ribeye steak, Colombian rice pilaf, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus and mariners sauce (contain shellfish)
• Roasted Salmon, yucca puree, tostones, mixed vegetables and chive-lemon sauce 
• Pan seared herbed Chicken, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus, thyme-mushroom cream sauce
• Stuffed Chille relleno with cheese, rice and beans and a tomato sauce

DESSERT (pick one):

• Kahlua Flan, caramel sauce, and fresh whipped cream
• Passion Fruit mousse cake, raspberry sauce

BEVERAGE (pick one):

• Juice
• Soft Drink

Contact

tngai@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-21 23:00:00 2025-05-22 01:00:00 UTC Dining Club: May 2025 (La Cantina) If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. Join the MITCOB Dining Club this May with Colombian-Mexican fare at La Cantina in Revere, MA on Wednesday May 21 at 7:00PM. We will sample a prix fixe 3-course menu which includes an appetizer, a entree, dessert, and juice/soft drink. Attendees will be responsible for any alternate beverages, which will be paid for separately. Registrations can be canceled through Sunday May 18, for a full refund. Refunds after May 18th will be made on a case-by-case basis. Ticket Pricing (includes tax/gratuity): • MITCOB Member/Guest - $62• Non-Member/Guest - $70 Prix Fixe 3-Course Menu: APPETIZER (pick one): Ceviche de chicharron, served with yucca fries Roasted Beet Salad (mixed greens, pickled onion, shaved parmesan cheese and sweet mustard vinaigrette) ENTRÉE (pick one): Grilled Ribeye steak, Colombian rice pilaf, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus and mariners sauce (contain shellfish) Roasted Salmon, yucca puree, tostones, mixed vegetables and chive-lemon sauce  Pan seared herbed Chicken, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus, thyme-mushroom cream sauce Stuffed Chille relleno with cheese, rice and beans and a tomato sauce DESSERT (pick one): Kahlua Flan, caramel sauce, and fresh whipped cream Passion Fruit mousse cake, raspberry sauce BEVERAGE (pick one): Juice Soft Drink Club of Boston tngai@mitcob.org

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Note: This is session #2 of 2. No need to attend both.

Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team!

The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alum---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged.

For more information and to RSVP, use this link.

Contact

micah.smith@columbia.edu

Learn More 2025-05-30 22:00:00 2025-05-31 01:00:00 UTC 2025 Ivy+ Alumni Softball Mixer and Informational Session #2 Note: This is session #2 of 2. No need to attend both. Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team! The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alum---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged. For more information and to RSVP, use this link. Club of Boston micah.smith@columbia.edu

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Experience the wonders of the Peabody Essex Museum on a guided tour through some of its most celebrated highlights! Founded in 1799, the Peabody Essex Museum is one of the oldest continuously operating museums in the United States, with a rich history that spans centuries of global art, culture, and innovation. From its world-renowned maritime collections to its impressive Asian art, Native American artifacts, and contemporary exhibitions, this tour will introduce you to the museum’s most iconic pieces and offer insight into its fascinating history.

After the tour, enjoy the flexibility of exploring the museum at your own pace. With your admission, you’re welcome to continue your journey through other parts of the museum, revisiting favorite sections or discovering new ones. Your day pass is valid until 5pm, giving you ample time to dive deeper into the exhibits, enjoy the museum’s stunning architecture, and reflect on what you've learned.

Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with one of the country’s most dynamic cultural institutions and explore the incredible range of art and history that has made the Peabody Essex Museum a beloved destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

We hope you can join us for this hour-long tour. Based on available space, this tour will be limited to 30 people.

Pricing:

• PAID Members & Member Guests: $35/person
• Non-members & Guests: $65/person

Please use the JOIN US link at our main mitcob.org page if you would like to purchase a paid membership.

NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account.

Contact

mwang@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-06-07 14:30:00 2025-06-07 15:30:00 UTC Alumni Tour: Peabody Essex Museum Experience the wonders of the Peabody Essex Museum on a guided tour through some of its most celebrated highlights! Founded in 1799, the Peabody Essex Museum is one of the oldest continuously operating museums in the United States, with a rich history that spans centuries of global art, culture, and innovation. From its world-renowned maritime collections to its impressive Asian art, Native American artifacts, and contemporary exhibitions, this tour will introduce you to the museum’s most iconic pieces and offer insight into its fascinating history. After the tour, enjoy the flexibility of exploring the museum at your own pace. With your admission, you’re welcome to continue your journey through other parts of the museum, revisiting favorite sections or discovering new ones. Your day pass is valid until 5pm, giving you ample time to dive deeper into the exhibits, enjoy the museum’s stunning architecture, and reflect on what you've learned. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with one of the country’s most dynamic cultural institutions and explore the incredible range of art and history that has made the Peabody Essex Museum a beloved destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. We hope you can join us for this hour-long tour. Based on available space, this tour will be limited to 30 people. Pricing: PAID Members &amp; Member Guests: $35/person Non-members &amp; Guests: $65/person Please use the JOIN US link at our main mitcob.org page if you would like to purchase a paid membership. NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account. Club of Boston mwang@mitcob.org

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The Wampanoag Language Reclamation Project

Wampanoag was the language spoken by the indiginous people living in this region when the Pilgrims arrived in 1620.

After a couple hundred years of colonial laws, wars, and diseases, hundreds of Wampanoag tribes were reduced to four small fragmented communities, and the last people for whom Wampanoag was their first language passed away in the mid 1850's. It took only a few more generations for all traces of spoken Wampanoag to completely fade away, with the decendants speaking only English after that.

Our speaker, Jessie (Little Doe) Baird

In the early 1990's our speaker, Jessie (Little Doe) Baird, had dreams in which people were speaking in an unfamiliar language, and soon after that she thought that the language might be Wampanoag, the language spoken by her ancestors.

This inspired her to start researching everything she could find out about the original Wampanoag language, and in 1993 she founded the Wampanoag Language Reclamation Project with the long-term goal of revitalizing the language, which had not be spoken for seven generations, for the people now living within the remaining Wampanoag tribes.

Because something like that had never been done before, there were many who thought that it was not even possible. But Jessie was undeterred. In her quest, she gained admission to MIT where she learned how to apply modern linguistic techniques coupled with historical records in order to understand original Wampanoag grammar and to create a dictionary of 10,000 Wampanoag words. (And she did all this while commuting between her home on Cape Cod and Cambridge while also raising four children).

For this seminal work, Jessie was granted a Masters in Linguistic Science from MIT in 2000.

Not one to rest on her laurels, Jessie then founded the Wampanoag Language School. Over the years -- and after much fund raising, curriculum development, and training of additional linguists and teachers -- there are now hundreds of members of today's Wampanoag tribes who can speak Wampanoag, from beginners to people who are fully fluent.

In recognition of all these brilliant achievements ...

• In 2010, Jessie was honored with a MacArthor Fellowship (a.k.a MacArthor Genius Award).
• In 2017, Jessie received and Honorary Doctorate in Social Sciences from Yale University.
• In 2020, Jessie was named one of USA Today's "Woman of the Century."
• Jessie and her work on Wampanoag language reconstruction are the subject of a PBS documentary: We Still Live Here: Âs Nutayuneân, directed by Anne Makepeace.

Jessie also serves as the vice-chairwoman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribal Council. 

 

Our Annual Education Event

Prior to our presentation, Carol Bogin, our club's VP for Education Programs, will briefly report about all the education activities and awards for this year, highlighting the many ways we support the MIT Club of Cape Cod's primary missions to promote STEM education on the Cape and the Islands, including:

• The Lynn Bruneau Scholarship, which is awarded to all Cape Cod high school seniors matriculating into MIT.
   
• $600 mini grants, primarily awarded to Cape Cod secondary schools, for STEM-related projects.
   
• STEM Book Awards for the top STEM juniors at 17 Cape Cod schools, consisting of a commendation letter, a certificate suitable for framing, the book "Nightwork" (an illustrated collection of memorable MIT Hacks) and a $100 Amazon gift card with which the awardee can use to purchase a number of STEM-related books from Amazon.
   
• Full sponsorship for all Cape Cod teacher accepted into MIT's SEPT (Science and Engineering Program for Teachers) summer program.

 

Lunch at Alberto's Ristorante

We will be returning to Alberto's Ristorante in Hyannis because of the many rave reviews we received for the food and service in the past.

There will be a cash bar and we will be offering the same entrees as before (gluten-free is available upon request). All meals include a house salad and Tartuffo dessert.

• Chicken Parmagian - Breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese. Served with penne pasta.
  
  
• Pork Osso Bucco - Pork shank cooked with celery, carrots, and onions in a Barolo wine sauce. Served with mashed potatoes broccoli.
  
  
• Baked Scrod - Fresh baked scrod with seasoned breadcrumbs, white wine, and lemon touch of butter. Served with pasta and vegetables.
  
  
• Farcite Napoletana (vegetarian) - Eggplant rolled &amp; stuffed with ricotta cheese, baked with San Marzano plum tomato sauce &amp; three cheeses. Served with penne pasta.

 

Contact

capecodEvents@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-06-11 21:00:00 2025-06-12 00:30:00 UTC The Wampanoag Language Reclamation Project The Wampanoag Language Reclamation Project Wampanoag was the language spoken by the indiginous people living in this region when the Pilgrims arrived in 1620. After a couple hundred years of colonial laws, wars, and diseases, hundreds of Wampanoag tribes were reduced to four small fragmented communities, and the last people for whom Wampanoag was their first language passed away in the mid 1850's. It took only a few more generations for all traces of spoken Wampanoag to completely fade away, with the decendants speaking only English after that. Our speaker, Jessie (Little Doe) Baird In the early 1990's our speaker, Jessie (Little Doe) Baird, had dreams in which people were speaking in an unfamiliar language, and soon after that she thought that the language might be Wampanoag, the language spoken by her ancestors. This inspired her to start researching everything she could find out about the original Wampanoag language, and in 1993 she founded the Wampanoag Language Reclamation Project with the long-term goal of revitalizing the language, which had not be spoken for seven generations, for the people now living within the remaining Wampanoag tribes. Because something like that had never been done before, there were many who thought that it was not even possible. But Jessie was undeterred. In her quest, she gained admission to MIT where she learned how to apply modern linguistic techniques coupled with historical records in order to understand original Wampanoag grammar and to create a dictionary of 10,000 Wampanoag words. (And she did all this while commuting between her home on Cape Cod and Cambridge while also raising four children). For this seminal work, Jessie was granted a Masters in Linguistic Science from MIT in 2000. Not one to rest on her laurels, Jessie then founded the Wampanoag Language School. Over the years -- and after much fund raising, curriculum development, and training of additional linguists and teachers -- there are now hundreds of members of today's Wampanoag tribes who can speak Wampanoag, from beginners to people who are fully fluent. In recognition of all these brilliant achievements ... In 2010, Jessie was honored with a MacArthor Fellowship (a.k.a MacArthor Genius Award). In 2017, Jessie received and Honorary Doctorate in Social Sciences from Yale University. In 2020, Jessie was named one of USA Today's "Woman of the Century." Jessie and her work on Wampanoag language reconstruction are the subject of a PBS documentary: We Still Live Here: Âs Nutayuneân, directed by Anne Makepeace. Jessie also serves as the vice-chairwoman of the Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribal Council.    Our Annual Education Event Prior to our presentation, Carol Bogin, our club's VP for Education Programs, will briefly report about all the education activities and awards for this year, highlighting the many ways we support the MIT Club of Cape Cod's primary missions to promote STEM education on the Cape and the Islands, including: The Lynn Bruneau Scholarship, which is awarded to all Cape Cod high school seniors matriculating into MIT.  $600 mini grants, primarily awarded to Cape Cod secondary schools, for STEM-related projects.  STEM Book Awards for the top STEM juniors at 17 Cape Cod schools, consisting of a commendation letter, a certificate suitable for framing, the book "Nightwork" (an illustrated collection of memorable MIT Hacks) and a $100 Amazon gift card with which the awardee can use to purchase a number of STEM-related books from Amazon.  Full sponsorship for all Cape Cod teacher accepted into MIT's SEPT (Science and Engineering Program for Teachers) summer program.   Lunch at Alberto's Ristorante We will be returning to Alberto's Ristorante in Hyannis because of the many rave reviews we received for the food and service in the past. There will be a cash bar and we will be offering the same entrees as before (gluten-free is available upon request). All meals include a house salad and Tartuffo dessert. Chicken Parmagian - Breaded chicken cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese. Served with penne pasta. Pork Osso Bucco - Pork shank cooked with celery, carrots, and onions in a Barolo wine sauce. Served with mashed potatoes broccoli. Baked Scrod - Fresh baked scrod with seasoned breadcrumbs, white wine, and lemon touch of butter. Served with pasta and vegetables. Farcite Napoletana (vegetarian) - Eggplant rolled &amp;amp; stuffed with ricotta cheese, baked with San Marzano plum tomato sauce &amp;amp; three cheeses. Served with penne pasta.   Club of Cape Cod capecodEvents@alum.mit.edu

Event Details

Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni

Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.

Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line).

Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. 
Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph.

Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph.

When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon.

Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back.

Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.
The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature <43° or probability of rain >25%.

Always check ride status before attending the event.

Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com

Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation.

Contact

hzmd@me.com

Learn More 2025-06-12 14:00:00 2025-06-12 16:00:00 UTC Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line). Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph. Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph. When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon. Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back. Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature &lt;43° or probability of rain &gt;25%.Always check ride status before attending the event. Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation. Club of Boston hzmd@me.com

Event Details

If you have trouble registering for this event, click here.

Step into an evening of elegance and connection at the 3rd Annual Ivy+ Summer Soirée - a gathering of distinguished alumni from the Ivy+ community. Hosted in the beautiful Harvard Club, this summer celebration offers a sophisticated setting to mix, mingle, and expand your professional and social circles.

Enjoy a curated selection of light hors d’oeuvres and access to a full bar (credit card only) as you engage in vibrant conversation beneath the historic charm of one of Boston’s most iconic and exclusive venues. While there will not be dancing, the evening will sparkle with good company, great conversation, and the opportunity to forge lasting connections in style. There will be ambient music to create a warm and festive atmosphere.

Attire: Dress to impress—cocktail or stylish evening attire is encouraged.

Ticket Pricing: $64/person. Two tickets maximum per registrant. Tickets are non-refundable. A waitlist will be available on a first come, first-serve basis in case of last minute cancellations.

Space is very limited. The last two years, we have sold out our block of tickets within days and had hundreds of people on the waiting list. Join the MITCOB to ensure you have priority access to tickets through April 27th. Tickets go on sale to the general MIT community on April 28th.

This is a 21+ event. By registering for this event, you are consenting to the use of your photographs in future event promotions.

Contact

tngai@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-07-25 23:00:00 2025-07-26 02:00:00 UTC Ivy+ Summer Soiree 2025 If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. Step into an evening of elegance and connection at the 3rd Annual Ivy+ Summer Soirée - a gathering of distinguished alumni from the Ivy+ community. Hosted in the beautiful Harvard Club, this summer celebration offers a sophisticated setting to mix, mingle, and expand your professional and social circles. Enjoy a curated selection of light hors d’oeuvres and access to a full bar (credit card only) as you engage in vibrant conversation beneath the historic charm of one of Boston’s most iconic and exclusive venues. While there will not be dancing, the evening will sparkle with good company, great conversation, and the opportunity to forge lasting connections in style. There will be ambient music to create a warm and festive atmosphere. Attire: Dress to impress—cocktail or stylish evening attire is encouraged. Ticket Pricing: $64/person. Two tickets maximum per registrant. Tickets are non-refundable. A waitlist will be available on a first come, first-serve basis in case of last minute cancellations. Space is very limited. The last two years, we have sold out our block of tickets within days and had hundreds of people on the waiting list. Join the MITCOB to ensure you have priority access to tickets through April 27th. Tickets go on sale to the general MIT community on April 28th. This is a 21+ event. By registering for this event, you are consenting to the use of your photographs in future event promotions. Club of Boston tngai@mitcob.org