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Friends Group Holds Popular Book Sale at North End Library [Photos]

Matt Conti — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:18:20 +0000

It was a banner day for the annual book sale, held by the Friends of the North End Branch Library. There was a deal for everyone with $1 paperbacks and $2 for hardcover books, plus plenty of CDs, Audiobooks and DVDs. Tables of categorized books lined the sidewalk on Parmenter Street with more selections inside [...]

Pizzer Makers Episode Six – Food Critic and the “Bikini Linguine Special”

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:10:48 +0000

Episode Six of Pizzer Makers is a wild ride in a Boston pizza shop! This time around Tony hires a marketing director for help when he suspects a food critic may be visiting Frankie and Lou’s Pizza Palace. Will The “Bikini Linguine Special” on the menu be enough to win over this reviewer? Is there [...]

Sicilian Fishermen Tribute Planned at Long Wharf; Final Four Artist Submissions

Matt Conti — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:21:27 +0000

Four final artist concepts have been submitted for a planned public art tribute to the Sicilian Fishermen of Boston’s North End. The public art installation will be on the north side of Long Wharf near the location of the former T Wharf. Along with Commercial Wharf and the former Eastern Packard Pier, T Wharf was [...]

Old North Church to Conduct Archaeological Field Study

Old North Church — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:06:28 +0000

City Archaeologist Joseph Bagley of the Boston Landmarks Commission will begin an intensive archaeological survey on the campus of the Old North Church on Thursday, May 16. The Clough House dates to around 1715 and is currently the fifth-oldest extant structure in the City of Boston. Old North is hosting the dig as part of [...]

Ave Maria! Concert Celebrates Mother’s Day [Photos]

Matt Conti — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:30:27 +0000

It was a special Ave Maria concert in celebration of Mother’s Day at Sacred Heart Church on Saturday evening, May 11, 2013. The St. Leonard Choral Society performed with the North End Chamber Orchestra and St. John’s School Children’s Choir honoring the Blessed Mother and the wonderful women that grace our lives. Music Director Dan [...]

“The Fence” is Live on the Greenway’s Parcel 12 in North End as Part of Flash Forward Festival

Matt Conti — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:54:34 +0000

A specially curated Boston version of THE FENCE is now up for public display on the North End’s Parcel 12 (ramp parcel) of the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway. The exhibit is part of the annual Flash Forward Festival that kicks off May 16-19 at the Fairmont Battery Wharf. Partners of the fence include the Magenta [...]

Painting: “Mamma Maria and the Sacred Heart – North End”

Michael Dean — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:11:46 +0000

This painting was done as a commission from a man now living in Vermont, who went to school here, and now comes to Boston for business and had seen my work in the window of Silk Screening USA (which is down on Prince, across from the Corner Cafe). Along with a few of my oil [...]

The North End: Neighborhood Project [Video]

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Sun, 05 May 2013 14:42:40 +0000

A Suffolk University team of students recently completed a photo / video project for a History of Boston class. The North End Project was submitted by Rich Upson, Max Maroney, Betsy Willett, Angel Davis, Samuel Thaler & Tyler Parmelee. The video is shown above and the text / photo portion is available at this website.

Newtowne Morris Men Perform at Christopher Columbus Park [Video]

Matt Conti — Sat, 04 May 2013 19:42:45 +0000

The Newtowne Morris Men gave a spontaneous performance this afternoon at Christopher Columbus Park outside Joe’s American Bar & Grill. An onlooker explained that the dance is to “wake up the Earth for Spring.” It also seemed important that it be performed near a pub. From their website: The Newtowne Morris Men have been performing [...]

Books, CDs, DVDs Needed for Friends of the North End Branch Library Book Sale

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:40:08 +0000

The Friends of The North End Branch Library Book Sale is Saturday, May 18! Spring clean and help your local library! We need your books, cd’s, and dvd’s dropped off during regular library hours. For more information about the Friends, see www.friendsnelibrary.org

North End Resident Cooks With Chef Fabio Viviani on ABC’s “The Chew”

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:43:34 +0000

North End resident, Lisa, gets cooking with Fabio Viviani and Mario on “The Chew.” Chef Fabio, known for his appearance on “Top Chef,” makes Veal Milanese from Northern Italy and Eggplant Caponata from the South. The episode aired on April 25, 2013 and two clips are shown below. In Part 2, Fabio tells us the 3 [...]

North End’s Gino Colafella, Mario Di Leo, JoPino Scarcella and Italian Sports in the April 2013 Bostoniano

Matt Conti — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:37:29 +0000

In the April 2013 issue of Bostoniano Magazine, we found some new articles featuring the North End and its people. Stefano Salimbeni interviews Gino Colafella from Johnny & Gino Barber Shop on Hanover Street. After his lifetime partner officially retired, North End barber Gino Colafella talks of his shop and the neighborhood that, over 40 [...]

Video: Eucharistic Congress Candlelight Procession Through North End by Hundreds of Young Catholics

Matt Conti — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:54:32 +0000

Scheduled just days after the Boston Marathon bombings, this year’s Eucharistic Congress candlelight procession through the North End almost didn’t happen. As described in a Boston Pilot article, organizers were sensitive to the demands of Boston Police coming off that week’s ordeal. Thanks to a willing police detail, hundreds of young adults were able to [...]

2013 Lantern Ceremony Keynote Address by Dr. Jill Lepore, Harvard University and New Yorker Magazine [Video]

Matt Conti — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 20:59:14 +0000

The 238th Lantern Ceremony was held at Old North Church on the eve of Patriots’ Day, April 14, 2013, in Boston’s North End. Featured in this video is the keynote address by Dr. Jill Lepore, Professor of American History at Harvard University and contributor to the New Yorker magazine. Dr. Lepore is introduced by the Vicar of the [...]

Flash Forward Festival Boston, May 16-19, at Fairmont Battery Wharf

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:37:50 +0000

<<Full Schedule of Events and Programming (pdf)>> Flash Forward Festival Boston, May 16-19 2013 World-class Festival of International and New England Photography Returns to Fairmont Battery Wharf with an Extraordinary Line-Up of FREE Industry Programming, Exhibitions and Outdoor Public Art Mark your calendars for The Magenta Foundation’s highly anticipated Flash Forward Festival Boston, returning to [...]

Reflection, Prayer and Song at Interfaith Vigil for Marathon Tragedy Victims Including North Ender, Roseann Sdoia [Photos]

Matt Conti — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 04:01:54 +0000

A North End Interfaith Neighborhood Vigil and Remembrance Service was held on Thursday evening for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings of April 15, 2013 and the brave men & women who responded to the tragedy. Special prayers were offered for the recovery of Roseann Sdoia, a North End resident, who was seriously injured [...]

Video: North End Societies Procession and Vigil on the Prado to Remember Marathon Victims

Matt Conti — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:17:57 +0000

Video: The North End Societies held a solemn procession and vigil on Sunday, April 21, 2013, to remember those affected by the Boston Marathon bombings. Representing the societies, Jason Aluia from St. Anthony’s Club, spoke to the crowd about remembering the victims of the attacks and the aftermath. There was a special prayer for North [...]

Ave Maria and Mother’s Day Concert by St. Leonard Choral Society on Saturday, May 11th

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:21:29 +0000

St. Leonard’s Choral Society presents the Ave Maria and choral music for the Blessed Mother and the wonderful women that grace our lives. The concert is at 6:00 pm at Sacred Heart Church (North Square) on Saturday, May 11, 2013, the day before Mother’s Day and is in collaboration with the North End Chamber Orchestra [...]

“Paul Revere’s Ride” – Read by WCVB-TV Anchor Pam Cross & More From 238th Lantern Ceremony

Matt Conti — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:57:27 +0000

The 238th Lantern Ceremony was held at Old North Church on the eve of Patriots’ Day, April 14, 2013, in Boston’s North End. Featured in this video with timeline: 00:00 – Excerpts from Paul Revere’s Letter to Jeremy Belknap – The Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts, Richard James Stewart 05:20 – “Land of the [...]

Old North Church Steeple Painting Underway – A High Flying Job [Photos]

Matt Conti — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:55:59 +0000

Painting is underway of the famous Old North Church steeple, 191 feet tall, by some high flying workers as shown in these photos shared by Steve Cavanaugh. The project is part of a 10 year plan to restore the historic site in preparation for Old North Church’s 300th anniversary in 2023. In addition to the [...]

Video: 1st Annual Daffodil Day on the Greenway’s North End Parks

Matt Conti — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:55:20 +0000

Video: 1st Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday, April 14, 2013 hosted by the Friends of the North End Parks, Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and North End Beautification Committee. Highlights: Ribbon cutting by City Councilor Sal LaMattina Musical performances by the Boston String Academy Spring daffodil poem, read by Grace Abbott See the article and daffodil photos from this [...]

North End Societies Host Neighborhood Candlelight Vigil & Procession for Marathon Victims [Photos]

Matt Conti — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:27:53 +0000

The North End Societies, known worldwide for the famous summer feasts and religious processions, joined together on Sunday for a solemn walk and vigil in remembrance and prayer for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings and its aftermath. The candlelight vigil, sing-a-long and procession started on Endicott Street at the St. Anthony’s Club with [...]

Eucharistic Congress Candlelight “Pray for Boston” Procession in North End [Photos]

Matt Conti — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 05:00:40 +0000

The Eucharistic Congress held a spiritual “Pray for Boston” candlelight procession on Saturday night through the streets of the North End. Taking place so soon after the Marathon bombings, the annual event had special meaning this year bringing together hundreds of young adults from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston. Activities included service projects, a [...]

Neil Diamond Makes Surprise Visit to Fenway on Saturday to Sing “Sweet Caroline”

Matt Conti — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 22:24:52 +0000

At Fenway Park on Saturday afternoon, Neil Diamond surprised fans by leading a “Sweet Caroline” sing-a-long at the top of the 8th inning. Long synonymous with Boston’s Fenway and Red Sox, the song has been played by many major league ballparks this week, including New York and Chicago, to offer support as the Boston suffered through the [...]

North End Memorial Service and Vigil to Honor Marathon Tragedy Victims at Old North Church on Thursday, April 25th

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:43:36 +0000

A North End Memorial Service and Vigil will be held on Thursday, April 25th at 7:00 to honor and pray for all those who died and were injured as a result of the Boston Marathon bombings. The vigil will be held at Old North Church at 193 Salem Street in Boston’s North End. The service is [...]

Programs on the Greenway – 2012 Review and Schedule for 2013 [Video]

Matt Conti — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 17:36:13 +0000

Video: Review of 2012 Greenway Programs and Schedule for 2013 presented by Charlie McCabe, Greenway Conservancy Director of Programs (April 9, 2013 Board of Directors Meeting) Have a program idea or want to run an event on the Greenway? Contact info@rosekennedygreenway.org for more information.

Lantern Ceremony 2013 – Entrance Procession and Invocation [Video]

Matt Conti — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:32:03 +0000

The annual Lantern Ceremony was held at Old North Church on April 14, 2013. This video features the Entrance Procession: Color Guard from USS Constitution Grand Lodge of Masons Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts Massachusetts National Lancers Lexington Minute Men Menotomy Minute Men Wilmington Minute Men Watertown Provincial Guard Mr. Michael LePage – [...]

Leo at 81 Prince Street [Part Two of an Art Series]

Michael Dean — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:26:53 +0000

Here is Part Two of the two-stage oil-painting commission from Stephanie Rizzuto, a close relation to the subject seen here. It shows Leo himself, sitting outside of #81 Prince Street, waving to the people going by his apartment’s entrance. Part One was a view from much further back, showing just the building, without Leo. I [...]

First Michigan Fife and Drum Corps Perform at Old North’s Lantern Ceremony [Video]

Matt Conti — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:38:56 +0000

After marching in from the Prado, the First Michigan Fife and Drum Corps performed at Old North’s Lantern Ceremony on the eve of Patriot’s Day. The event was held on Sunday, April 14, 2012 in the North End at the Old North Church. Enjoy this video of their performance at the beginning of the ceremony [...]

Paul Revere’s Ride Re-enacted in Boston’s North End for 2013 Patriot’s Day [Photos]

Matt Conti — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:56:09 +0000

Today is Patriots Day, a day that reflects the freedom Boston has celebrated throughout its history. Boston is a tough and resilient town and so are its people. — President Obama, April 15, 2013 Hours before the explosions at the Boston Marathon, a much calmer and more celebratory event took place on the 2013 [...]

Life in the West End 1947-1953: Photography of Jules Aaron Opening at West End Museum

NorthEndWaterfront.com — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:06:47 +0000

On April 16, Life in the West End 1947-1953: the Photography of Jules Aarons opens at the West End Museum and will run through August 3, 2013 in the Large Exhibition Area. The exhibition will feature 26 prints from photographs taken between 1947 and 1953, and is guest-curated by Arlette Kayafas, founder and director of [...]

Lighting of the Lanterns – The Regulars Are Out! [Video]

Matt Conti — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 03:24:36 +0000

The 238th Lantern Ceremony was held on Sunday night at Old North Church concluding with the Lighting of the Lanterns and Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. In this video segment, Old North Vicar, Rev. Stephen T. Ayres, lights the lanterns (candle malfunction notwithstanding) and gives them to this year’s carriers to symbolize Robert Newman’s climb [...]

1st Annual Daffodil Day on the North End Parks Celebrates Spring [Photos]

Matt Conti — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 22:46:24 +0000

The Friends of the North End Parks joined with the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and North End Beautification Committee for the 1st Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday, April 14, 2013. The event celebrated the beauty of Spring on the Greenway with daffodils, music, poetry and fun. City Councilor Sal LaMattina led the ribbon cutting [...]

NEMPAC Studios Receive Spring Cleaning and Fresh Paint Job

Matt Conti — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:24:20 +0000

The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) music studios on the Prado received a face lift on Saturday with fresh paint and Spring cleaning. Six students came out from Bentley College to help paint and redecorate the building. These students are part of a community service project day at Bentley where over 200 [...]

Captain Jackson’s Colonial Chocolate Exhibit Opens at Old North [Photos]

Matt Conti — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 01:46:18 +0000

What could be better than chocolate? How about a live historical exhibit of old time colonial chocolate making in the North End at Old North Church on the Freedom Trail! Located at the Clough House, adjacent to Old North Church on Unity Street, the grand opening of Captain Jackson’s Colonial Chocolate Shop is set for [...]

Friends of the North End Library Present 2013 Honorary Friend Award to Al Natale [Photos]

Matt Conti — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 03:15:32 +0000

For his many years of service to the North End Branch Library, Al Natale was presented with the 2013 Honorary Friend of the North End Library Award at a ceremony this week. The award was initially announced at the Friends’s Evening at the Show fundraiser. A framed plaque was presented to Al Natale by President [...]