New Year's Eve Parties In Downtown (Various Nightspots)

A number of nightspots in downtown Boston are hosting New Year's Eve galas to celebrate the arrival of 2014:

• Avery Bar (Ritz-Carlton Boston Common): the Avery Street nightspot is hosting a New Year's Eve gala featuring a celebratory balloon drop. Call 617-574-7184 for reservations.
• GEM: the Province Street nightspot is hosting a New Year's Eve celebration showcasing DJ Jesse Jess. Call 857-366-5544 for reservations. On New Year's Day, GEM is hosting a "New Year's Day Hangover Brunch"; call 857-366-5544 for reservations.
• Good LIfe: the Kingston Street nightspot is hosting a "Twerk Fest NYE" featuring a variety of DJs. Call 617-451-2622 for reservations.
• Mojitos Lounge: the Latin-themed nightspot is a multi-floor celebration with several DJs. Call 617-834-0552 for reservations.
• Scholars Bistro: the School Street nightspot is hosting a "Masquerade ball" starting at 9 pm. Call 617-248-0025 for reservations.