The 2025-2026 BHWF season is open! Please visit the join page to purchase your membership.
The season has ended. Thank you to all our members for another fantastic season!
The BHWF is proud to support the businesses and institutions which help make Beacon Hill and the greater Boston area a vibrant community.
2025-2026 Season
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 @ 6:30PM
Charles Street Family Chiropractic
Visit: www.thebostonwellnessgroup.com
Dr. Kelly Makela is a licensed chiropractor specializing in eliminating pain naturally and optimizing health for people of all ages. Operating within Charles Street Family Chiropractic, she brings a personalized, holistic approach to healthcare, helping patients achieve lasting relief and improved well-being.
Dr. Kelly runs her own business alongside other providers in the clinic, offering tailored chiropractic services designed to meet the individual needs of her diverse clientele. Known for her compassionate care and comprehensive treatment plans, she has built a strong reputation for both patient satisfaction and successful outcomes.
Dr. Kelly is excited to be a part of this larger community of healthcare professionals at Charles Street Family Chiropractic, where she collaborates with other practitioners to ensure every patient receives the highest standard of care. As a woman-led business within a respected practice, she is committed to educating and empowering others about their body’s natural power to adapt and heal.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2025 @ 6:30PM
Phoebe Jon
Visit: www.thephoebejon.com
Inspired by her mother’s professional wardrobe and a menswear approach to dressing, Wang designed a collection of thoughtful styles that are meant to be the building blocks of modern women’s wardrobe, professional–yet feminine. Wang is committed to offering seasonless fabrics in timeless silhouettes.
Since launching in 2022, Phoebe Jon has steadily grown by word of mouth, as women find out about her great-fitting trousers. Wang earned her MBA and Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy degrees at Boston College. As a designer, her determination is fierce. There are no what-ifs or maybes in her mind.
Locations:
Boston – Beacon Hill
98 Charles Street,
Boston, MA 02114
New York – Cobble Hill
166 Court Street,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025 @ 6:30PM
Forty Winks
Visit: www.shopfortywinks.com
Rachel and Meredith opened Forty Winks in Harvard Square in 2010 to create a comfortable and holistic bra fitting and shopping experience. They expanded into the Boston community in 2025 when they opened their second location in Beacon Hill. They are a proud woman-owned and locally-owned business.
At Forty Winks, we believe it’s possible to find a bra you love and actually enjoy the process. To us, wearing lingerie can be an empowering act of self-care and self-determination.
We cater to a diverse range of clients of all ages, sizes, and genders. We are honored to work with our trans and non-binary community, teenagers shopping for their first bra, seniors, and new moms. We have extensive experience helping customers shop for boudoir shoots and bridal lingerie.
We carry sizes 30A-44L, XS-3X. We hope to see you in the shops soon.
Locations:
Harvard Square
56 JFK St
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-492-9100
Beacon Hill
53 Charles St
Boston, MA 02114
617-982-6160
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026 @ 6:30PM
Cat Sanctuary
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026 @ 6:30PM
Gus & Ruby
We’re a custom design and print studio and duo of brick & mortar retail stores located in historic, coastal New England. The studio was founded in 2009 by best friends and business partners, Samantha Finigan and Whitney Swaffield and named after their respective dogs, Gus & Ruby. We specialize in creating one-of-a-kind pieces of art in the form of wedding & special event invitations, birth announcements and classic correspondence. Our retail stores offer the discerning shopper a curated selection of beautiful goods for the home and office.
Locations:
- 29 Congress St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
- 99 Charles St., Boston, MA 02114
- The Current Unit 85A,100 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA (through February 2026)
TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 @ 6:30PM
Rouvalis Flowers
Emily Montany is the Lead Floral Designer and co-owner of Rouvalis flowers, alongside partner Sean Murphy. Rouvalis Flowers, originally founded by Bill Rouvalis in 1981, continues to be one of Boston’s premier floral shops and a true landmark in the city. Emily and Sean met at Boston Architectural College while studying landscape architecture. They worked alongside Bill and took over in 2009 with the dream of continuing his legacy while also expanding the business into what it is today. The team has since grown the company from Bill’s famous floral shop in Beacon Hill to include large scale events, garden design, and two beautiful retail locations including the original in Beacon Hill and their newest location in Winchester. As well as garden design studio in Charlestown.
Emily continues to flourish in a lifelong career in floral, plant and design fields. She brings her passion and expertise to Rouvalis. Her talent has allowed the company to expand into houseplants, hand-picked home decor pieces, and product lines in both stores. Emily’s creativity and penchant for uniqueness can be seen on Rouvalis’ website in their ever changing collections and designs.
Emily and her team pride themselves on having unique and bespoke designs. The team consistently provides finely detailed work using the most exquisite products sourced from around the world to create memorable floral experiences. The Rouvalis team loves to brighten any occasion whether it be a gift for a dinner party or birthday or simply a bouquet of flowers to brighten your home. On a larger scale, they specialize in garden installations, window boxes and roof decks, and events and weddings. Emily and the Rouvalis Team are here to make all your floral dreams come true!
Locations:
- Beacon Hill – 40 W Cedar St, Boston, MA 02108 – Open Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm
- Winchester Center – 25 Thompson St, Winchester, MA 01890 – Open Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm
- Garden Design Studio – 5 Crescent St, Charlestown, MA 02129 – By appointment only
Website:
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 @ 6:30PM
Community Boating, Inc.
Kate Ferris Richardson is the Executive Director of Community Boating, Inc. (CBI), the nation’s oldest public community sailing program. Founded in 1946 on the Boston Esplanade, CBI makes sailing accessible and affordable for thousands of youth, adults, and individuals with disabilities each year. A lifelong sailor with early memories of sailing at CBI, Kate brings a deep appreciation for the organization’s history and its enduring mission of “Sailing for All.”
Kate brings a collaborative and mission-driven approach to her work. Her leadership reflects a belief that time on the water can change how people see themselves and the world around them, strengthening both individual growth and community connection. As CBI prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026, she is leading efforts to expand access and preserve the sense of community that has made CBI a Boston institution for nearly eight decades.
We’re hard at work gathering our guests for Neighborhood Narrative for our 2023-2024 season. Check back soon for more information!
Neighborhood Narrative Coordinator
Tiana Celesia
Neighborhood Narrative Director
A registered dietitian from Port Washington, NY, Tiana has lived in Beacon Hill since 1990 and joined BHWF early in its journey. She’s passionate about cooking, gardening, and time on or near the water. With a deep love for local shops like Charles Street Supply and Blackstones, she’s always up for a foodie conversation or beach walk story.