The keynote speaker at the 2012 Lantern Ceremony was General (Ret) Frederick M. Franks, Jr., commander of the VII Corps during Operation Desert Storm. Old North co-sponsored the 2012 Lantern Ceremony with Home Base Program. The Home Base Program is a collaboration between the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital, serving the needs of [...]
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North End Stories: Joe Scrapicchio Talks About the Origins of the Feasts
North End Stories produces another terrific interview as part of its historical digital narrative project on the North End. In this video, Joe Scrapicchio explains the origins of the North End feasts, a tradition of festivals that immigrants brought over with them from Italy. View more videos and photos at NorthEndStories.com.
Beethoven in the North End from NEMPAC’s Chamber Music Concert – Video
L.V. Beethoven String Quartet No. 1, Op. 18 Beethoven wrote this piece between 1798 and 1800 and published it in 1801. The string quartet is in the key of F Major and consists of four movements. The second movement was said to have been influenced by the tomb scene from William Shakespear’s Romeo and Juliet. [...]
Old North’s 2012 Lantern Ceremony Honors Home Base Program – Photos
In celebration of Patriot’s Day, Old North Church hosted the 237th Anniversary Annual Lantern Ceremony on Sunday, April 17, 2012. This year, Old North honored the work of the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital’s Home Base Program, which assists veterans returning from Afghanistan and Iraq. The keynote speaker was General (Ret) Fred Franks. [...]
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.
Lantern Ceremony 2012 – Entrance Procession and Invocation
Video: Lantern Ceremony – Entrance Procession with the Color Guard from USS Constitution, Honorary Lantern Escorts, Grand Lodge of Masons and Members of the Militia. Following the procession, the Reverend Stephen T. Ayres, Vicar of Old North Church, welcomed nearly 500 guests and performed the invocation. Old North Church hosted the Annual Lantern Ceremony on [...]
Jazz Week Boston — John Licata and the Guitar Titans at The West End Museum
When: Saturday, April 28, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Where: West End Museum, 150 Staniford Street, Suite 7, Boston, MA 02114 (map) Line-up: Garrison Fewell (Guitar) [...]
Historical Preservation Tour Series Features Visits to Notable West End Sites
“The Preservation Movement Then and Now” (February 21 – May 12) Historical Preservation Tour Series Features Visits to Notable West End Sites The West End Museum presents a series of excursions related to The Preservation Movement Then and Now, an exhibit running at the Museum through May 12 in partnership with Historic New England. Four [...]
Banditos Misteriosos’ 2012 Pillow Fight on North End Greenway
Banditos Misteriosos’ 2012 Pillow Fight on the Greenway North End Park on Saturday, April 8, 2012. (Posted via Creative Commons from Flickr’s Mystery Pill and via Universal Hub)
Greenway Carousel Arrives – Sure Sign of Spring
Bruce McCue of Atlantic Associates, captures this “Sure Sign of Spring” in the annual arrival of the Greenway Carousel. Greenway Carousel Arrives – Sure Sign of Spring – April 2012 by Bruce McCue
A Night of Burlesque / Fundraising Event at The West End Museum
Friday, April 20, 8pm-12am @ West End Museum “April 20th the Doors of the Howard Open Again” with a night of burlesque featuring the lovely Kristen Minsky along with the John Licata Sextet For information please call (617) 610-7267 Please join us for a night of burlesque, with vintage costumes, live music, handcrafted cocktails, and appetizers. Find out why the [...]
New Exhibition at The West End Museum! “VINTAGE COSTUMES OF BURLESQUE” from April 10 – May 12, 2012
New Exhibit Celebrates the Glory Days of Boston’s Burlesque Era On Tuesday, April 10, the West End Museum will present Vintage Costumes of Burlesque in partnership with The Great Burlesque Exposition. The exhibit, which runs through May 12 in the Museum’s Members Gallery, commemorates Boston’s burlesque era and “The Old Howard” through displays of vintage [...]
Vocalist Maureen Benson / Jazz at the Museum
Vocal sensation Maureen Benson is a mainstay on the busy North Shore jazz scene. A natural on stage, Maureen brings exuberance and joy to every performance, making her a favorite among audiences and fellow musicians alike. Maureen lists Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and Carmen McRae as her major musical influences. Her repertoire features Gershwin, Cole [...]
Imagine Magazine Cover Features Frankie Imbergamo
Frankie Imbergamo, North End native, appears on this month’s front cover of Imagine Magazine with an inside article on his acting career. See the excerpts below, including some of Frankie’s best recipes.
Historical Preservation Speaker Series Features Award-Winning Authors
“The Preservation Movement Then and Now” (February 21 – May 12) Historical Preservation Speaker Series Features Award-Winning Authors The West End Museum presents a series of lectures and discussions in connection with The Preservation Movement Then and Now, an exhibit running at the Museum through May 12 in partnership with Historic New England. The five [...]
Dwayne Johnson, “The Rock,” Tours the North End
“The Rock,” Dwayne Johnson made some quick video stops today in the North End at Puopolo Park and on the Prado in front of Cyrus E. Dallin’s Paul Revere statue. The videos were primarily to hype the upcoming WWE WrestleMania and “The Rock’s” rivalry with wrestler John Cena. Johnson is shown in the video throwing [...]
“Bella Figlia dell’amore” from Rigoletto – Video of NEMPAC Italian Opera Concert
This video features introductory comments by North End Music & Performing Arts Center President, Matt Black, and Program Director Sherri Snow. At the 2:50 mark, view the performance of “Bella Figlia dell’amore” from Rigoletto. Playing Gilda is Abigal Krawson, Maddalena is played by Alexandra Dietrich, Duca by Fred VanNess and Rigoletto by Daniel Cyr. In [...]
“The Preservation Movement Then and Now” Exhibition
The West End Museum, in partnership with Historic New England, will present The Preservation Movement Then and Now (February 21- May 12, 2012). The exhibit outlines the story of the preservation movement in New England from its inception in 1863 through the present day. Independence Hall and Mount Vernon are architectural symbols of our nation’s [...]
Italian Opera Concert at Old North Church Presented by NEMPAC on February 17th
NEMPAC presents Italian Opera Performance! When: Friday February 17, 2012 at 7:00PM Where: Old North Church, 193 Salem Street, Boston (North End) Winter Concert Series opening with Italian Opera Night North End Music & Performing Arts Center Winter Music Series presents Italian Opera Concert Event is FREE and open to the public. Suggested donation is [...]
North Bennet Street School Offers Tips on Buying Jewelry for Valentine’s Day
Along with flowers, candy and a romantic dinner out, jewelry will again be one of the most popular ways to say “I love you” this Valentine’s Day. Last year, consumers spent an estimated $3.5 billion on Valentine’s Day jewelry, according to the National Retail Federation. Consumer spending is expected to be up this year, with [...]
Soprano’s “Vito”, Joe Gannascoli, Creates Best Selling Sandwich at Pauli’s on Salem Street
When actor Joe Gannascoli came into Pauli’s North End shop, owner Paul Barker did not know his best selling sandwich was about to be created. Joe played the character Vito from The Sopranos and said to Paul, “I will make you famous.” “The Vito” sandwich is made of chicken cutlets, imported ham, provolone cheese, roasted [...]
State Grants $250,000 For Custom Carousel On Greenway; Community Giving Campaign Launched
The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced today that MassDevelopment, a State agency, has granted $250,000 in support of a custom carousel on the Greenway. In addition, the Conservancy has launched a Community giving campaign to fund the $2.9 million project, of which $1.6 million has been pledged by a private donor. The custom carousel [...]
2012 New Year’s Fireworks Over Boston Harbor
Video: Fireworks over Boston Harbor for New Year’s 2012 !!! Happy New Year !!!
First Night 2012 – Midnight Fireworks on Boston Harbor
Are you planning for the big New Year’s Eve midnight fireworks display in Boston Harbor? Christopher Columbus Park is usually a good spot for an upfront seat. Also, the first 275 to show up starting at 11pm at Rowes Wharf will get to go out on a free harbor boat ride to see the fireworks, [...]
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2011 North End Christmas Parade Photos
After Santa Claus arrived by special North Pole helicopter (see separate photos), the 41st North End Christmas Parade entertained kids of all ages through the neighborhood streets. Hosted by the Nazzaro Community Center, North End Against Drugs and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events, the parade featured the Saint Alfio’s Band, Boston Fireman’s Band and [...]
Improv Asylum Gears Up For “No Rest for the Wicked Funny” Benefiting Globe Santa
No Rest for the Wicked Funny is a 24-hour improvised performance held at Improv Asylum at 216 Hanover Street in Boston’s North End. This amazing event is filled with celebrity guests, live auctions and the best part… all monies generated go directly to GLOBE SANTA. If you can’t make the event, you can still [...]
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Photos: Christmas Concert with Boston’s Children’s Choir at North End’s Sacred Heart Church
The Boston Children’s Choir entertained a large audience at its annual North End Christmas Concert, held on December 4, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church. The tradition is in its 7th year with the choir under the direction of Anthony Tracek King. Richard Molinari introduced the performance, sponsored by Gerald and Linda Riccio, featuring Christmas songs [...]
Photos: North End Stop for Christmas Trolley Tour & Tree Lighting on Paul Revere Mall
Photos from the December 3, 2011 stop of the Christmas Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting at the Prado – Paul Revere Mall in the North End. NEMPAC also ran a craft market and bake sale with their famous bell ringing and interactive instrument zoo. Mayor Tom Menino introduced Santa and the lighting of the tree [...]
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2011 Christmas Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting Celebration at the North End’s Prado
A large group of kids and neighbors came out today on the Prado – Paul Revere Mall for the North End stop of the Macy’s Enchanted Christmas Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting presented by the City of Boston. Mayor Tom Menino introduced Santa and the lighting of the tree to a crowd of kids who [...]
