Candidates for Saturday’s election for North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, introduced themselves this week at the council’s monthly meeting (see video). There are six candidates running for six open two-year term seats, before any write-in candidates. The election is scheduled for May 19, 2012, 10am-2pm at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 N. Bennet [...]
NEMPAC Presents “Cabaret” on May 30, 2012
Looking for a night of laughter and fun? You’ve found the right spot. We are very excited to invite you to our very first Cabaret at North End’s newly named West End Johnnies formerly known as Johnnies on the Side! The fun begins at 8pm so bring your friends and humor to a wonderful night [...]
Ward Boss Lomasney
Martin Lomasney Legend & Wit Live on in New Exhibit (May 15 – August 4, 2012) Ward Boss Lomasney, a new show at the West End Museum, commemorates the legendary status of Martin Lomasney, the undisputed boss of Boston’s Ward 8 (later Ward 5, then Ward 3 under re-districting) from about 1885 until his death [...]
Armenian Heritage Park Dedication on May 22, 2012
A dedication has been scheduled for the opening of the Armenian Heritage Park on May 22, 2012 at 11:00 am. Details below in the release from the Armenian Heritage Foundation. Dedication Ceremony is Tuesday, May 22 at 11am Armenian Heritage Park is located on Parcel 13 on the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Boston between Faneuil [...]
Book Sale by Friends of the North End Branch Library on Saturday, May 19, 2012
The Friends of the North End Branch Library welcome you to stop by their annual Book Sale on Saturday, May 19th, 2012 from 10 am – 3 pm. Come browse the terrific selection of new and gently used Books – hardcovers and paperbacks, DVD’s, Videos, CDs, and Books on Tape for both adults and children. [...]
The Week Ahead in the North End / Waterfront – May 14-20, 2012
Here’s hoping all the mother’s had a terrific Mother’s Day! Highlighting upcoming events and meetings in the North End / Waterfront this week, May 14 -20, 2012: Monday, May 14th, 7:00 pm, the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, holds its monthly public meeting at the Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. In addition [...]
Neptune Oyster’s Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser & Auction
Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser and Auction will be held on Monday, May 28, 2012 to help Vincent Sapochetti. Well-liked at Neptune Oyster, Vinny was in a bad car accident in late April and is recovery from a brain injury. Area restaurants are joining with Neptune Oyster for the event: Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser & Auction [...]
The Paul Revere Mall: History, Art & Community – May 17th Event at Old North Church
On Thursday, May 17th at 7:00 PM, the Old North Church will host a lecture, The Paul Revere Mall: History, Art and Community. The event is open to the public and a suggested donation is $5 per person. The featured speaker on the 17th will be Rebecca Reynolds, formerly of the Museum of Fine Arts, [...]
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Set For June 3, 2012
Dr. Phil Budden Her Britannic Majesty’s Consul General, Boston, invites you to join him in celebrating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee on Sunday 3rd June at a British-style Jubilee service at the Old North Church, followed by a free, public British Street Party at the Old State House. Date: Sunday 3rd June Time: [...]
italianissimo! Scheduled for June 1, 2012 – Tickets Available
italianissimo! Serata di Gala, is a fundraising event toward the promotion of Italian culture, including the long-term goal of creating a center for such a purpose. The celebration is presented by the Consulate General of Italy in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012, 7-10pm at Louis on Fan Pier on the occasion of the Italian [...]
New North End-Waterfront Neighborhood Watch Program
Under the direction of Carolyn MacNeil, Director of Neighborhood Watch programs for the Boston Police department, councilman David Marx of NEWNC and North End resident Brian Brandt, The North End-Waterfront will soon have a Neighborhood Watch program. Public Safety meetings are held at 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of every month at The Nazarro [...]
NEAD / Nazzaro Center Spring Concert & Family Dinner Scholoarship Night
NEAD/NAZZARO CENTER SPRING CONCERT & FAMILY DINNER SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT On Monday May 21st at 5:30pm, North End Against Drugs and the Nazzaro Comunity Center will host their Annual Children’s Band Spring Concert and Family Dinner Night. The event will be held at the Nazzaro Community Center and will celebrate the hard work that the Children [...]
Cafe Strega, Locale, Il Panino Express and Hanover St. Discussion on NEWRA Agenda – May 10, 2012
North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association www.NEWRA.org May Meeting Agenda Informed and Involved Neighbors Make a Strong Neighborhood Date: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet St. Reports 7:00 PM – 7:20 PM · President’s Report · Clean Streets Committee · Membership Committee · Parks and Open Space Committee [...]
Historical Lecture on Paul Revere Mall Scheduled for May 17, 2012 at Old North Church
THE PAUL REVERE MALL: HISTORY, ART AND COMMUNITY Historical Lectures and Discussion Thursday, May 17, 2012, 7:00 PM Old North Church Boston’s North End Representatives of cultural and community organizations will discuss the historical significance of the urban park (called “The Prado” by the North End community) and its monuments, including the Paul Revere Statue by [...]
FOCCP To Hear From Parks Department, Emergency Services and Boston Police
News from the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park: The next Friends of Christopher Columbus Park meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 8th and we invite you to join us. Tuesday, May 8, 2012 6:30 pm Mariners House 11 North Square, North End (Two doors up from the Paul Revere House) Agenda items will include: Election [...]
Four North End Restaurant Requests, Candidate Introductions and La Galleria 33 Filming on May 14, 2012 NEWNC Agenda
North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council Email: info@newncboston.org Website: www.NEWNCBoston.org NEWNC AGENDA Monday, May 14, 2012, 7:00PM Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet St. 1. Welcome – Donna Freni, President 2. Call to order & Roll Call – Donna Freni, President 3. Meeting Protocol – Marie Simboli, Vice President 4. Report from the Office of Neighborhood Services – [...]
Tot-Lot Cleanup at Christopher Columbus Park on Saturday, May 5, 2012
Friends of Christopher Columbus Tot-Lot Playground Clean up is Saturday May 5th from 10am to 12 noon. Please mark your calendars and spread the word. Hope to see many new and old faces there. Thank you for your support. More information at www.FOCCP.org.
North End Restaurateur Honored by Joslin Diabetes Center
News from the Joslin Diabetes Center about Carla Gomes, North End native and restauranteur at Antico Forno and Terramia Ristorante: On Friday, May 11th, Joslin Diabetes Center will honor Carla Gomes at the 26th Annual EVENING AT POPS event at Boston’s Symphony Hall. Gomes, a Canton resident and a beloved North End restaurateur, will be [...]
Summer 2012 Outdoor Movie and Event Schedule for Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf
The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf has released the Summer 2012 Outdoor Movie and Event Schedule.
North Bennet Street School to Showcase Work in Boston’s Financial District on May 7 – 18
North Bennet Street School to showcase extraordinary student and alumni work in Boston’s Financial District, May 7 – 18 Ten-day juried exhibition offers a refreshing reminder that traditional craftsmanship is thriving in Boston As a respite from the predictable sameness of today’s high-speed, mass-produced world, Boston’s acclaimed North Bennet Street School (http://www.nbss.edu) has organized an [...]
NEMPAC Update from the Executive Director
by NEMPAC Executive Director, Rebecca Griffin One Tuesday, 4/24, Guitar Instructor, and Rock Band Instructor Jeremy Sarzana showed off by lining up and playing in 3 different bands at Johnnie’s on the Side. Showed off??? Jeremy is the most humble guy you’ll ever meet, so I’m bragging on his behalf. The 3 groups played what [...]
“Summer on the Waterfront” Brings Together Eight Non-Profits To Market Boston’s Waterfront Attractions
The Boston Harbor Association is bringing several waterfront non-profits together in a series of events and summer-long programs to raise awareness about Boston’s waterfront attractions. Through efforts from LevelUp and SCVNGR, visitors can use a mobile app to explore and do location-based challenges. A free mobile app will also allow customers to use their smartphones [...]
Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy Public Meeting Scheduled for May 1, 2012
The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy has distributed the following meeting agenda for May 1, 2012 at the public meeting space at Atlantic Wharf, 290 Congress St at 6:00 pm. ROSE F. KENNEDY GREENWAY CONSERVANCY Public Meeting of Board of Directors and Greenway Leadership Council Atlantic Wharf 290 Congress Street – Meeting Room, 2nd Floor [...]
Things To Do This Weekend in the North End / Waterfront (April 27-29, 2012)
If you are reading this on Friday, April 27, 2012 then you still have time to catch NEMPAC’s jazz concert at the Old North Church. It is at 7 pm, open to the public and free with a suggested $15 donation to benefit music scholarship programs. NEMPAC Presents Scott Boni Jazz Trio on Friday, April [...]
Boston Public Schools Hosting Community Meetings on New Assignment System
North End / Waterfront and Eliot School parents might want to take part in these community meetings on Saturday, April 28, 2012 with Boston Public Schools regarding changes to the school assignment system. There is also an online survey at: bostonpublicschools.org/choice. Details from BPS below: BPS is creating a new school assignment system and we [...]
Cyrus Dallin, His Paul Revere Statue and the Prado
CYRUS DALLIN, HIS PAUL REVERE STATUE AND THE PRADO Community Celebration: Sunday, April 29, 2012, 12-4 PM Paul Revere Mall, Boston’s North End Public Lecture: Thursday, May 17th, 7:00 PM Old North Church Boston’s North End/Waterfront community will host a fair on Sunday afternoon, April 29, from Noon to 4 PM, at the Paul Revere [...]
NEWRA Zoning, Licensing & Construction Committee Agenda for April 24, 2012
North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association Zoning, Licensing and Construction Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 24, 2012, 7:00 PM Mariners House, 11 North Square, 2nd Floor Zoning Appeals and License Applications 7:00 PM – 7:20 PM 94 Endicott Street, Salvatore Onessimo has filed a zoning appeal to change the use of the first floor to [...]
NEMPAC Presents Scott Boni Jazz Trio on Friday, April 27, 2012 at Old North Church
North End Music and Performing Arts Center presents Scott Boni Jazz Trio on Friday, April 27, 2012, 7pm at the Old North Church, 93 Salem Street. Suggested donation of $15, proceeds to benefit NEMPAC’s scholarship fund and programs. Visit NEMPACBoston.org for more information.











