Steriti Memorial Rink 2009-2010 Public Skating Schedule Open/Close Dates Friday, November 27th – Public Skating Hours begin March 14th – Closing date for public skating at Rink Mon, Wed, Thur & Fri 1:30pm-2:30pm Tue 1:30pm-4:50pm Fri 7:00pm-8:50pm Sat 2:00pm-3:50pm 7:00pm-9:50pm Sun 2:00pm-4:50pm Steriti Memorial Rink 561 Commercial Street North End (Boston), MA 02109 Read More…
Month: November 2009
Guest Commentary on Live Entertainment Licenses
The following is a guest commentary by Stephanie Hogue. As with all commentaries, the opinions expressed are those solely of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of NorthEndWaterfront.com. Donato Frattaroli’s application for a zoning variance to allow live entertainment at his restaurant, Lucia’s, requires careful consideration by the neighborhood. The North End is Read More…
NEWRA Membership Votes Against Renovation at 16 Hull St.
In a very close vote, the North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) voted 23 to 21 against a zoning application that would turn a 5 unit building into 8 smaller units.The application is by Peter McGinnis for his planned renovation at 16 Hull Street. The vote contrasts with the supportive vote (5-2) by the neighborhood council Read More…
N. Bennet St. School Hosts Open House
The North Bennet Street School held its annual open house last weekend where the school opened its doors to the community. Executive Director Miguel Gomez-Ibanez, students and instructors were on hand and very welcoming of questions and discussion about the school’s work. The event was very well-attended. The school continues to look to expand its facilities Read More…
Weekly Police Log for North End/Waterfront
Selected entries from this week’s Boston Police log for the North End/Waterfront area: Vandalism 11/08/09 12:11am Hull St. resident reports unknown person broke the front glass door to the apartment building. Larceny in Building 11/0709 12:05am Victim reports her cell phone was stolen from a Clinton St. establishment. Larceny MV Plates 11/11/09 10:00am-3:30pm Victim reports unknown Read More…
Boston is Second-Safest City for Pedestrians
The Globe highlights that Boston’s reputation as a walking city remains intact. A recent report by Transportation of American ranked Boston as the second-safest walking city. “We easily have much that is positive to build on. Boston is consistently rated as one of America’s most walkable cities, with nearly 5 percent of residents walk to Read More…
NEWNC Supports Zoning Change for Smaller Apartments at 16 Hull Street
At this week’s North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council meeting, NEWNC supported a zoning change application for 16 Hull Street, to increase the number of apartments from 5 to 8 smaller units. Peter McGinnis, a developer with other North End buildings, recently purchased the building and plans a complete renovation. The plan is to make 8 units out of the Read More…
MFA’s “Free Community Day”
Are you off on Veteran’s Day and looking for something to do? The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston will hold a “Free Community Day” sponsored by Bank of America on Wednesday, November 11th from 10 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. Free admission to the entire museum, including special exhibit “The Secrets of Tomb 10A: Egypt 2000 Read More…
NEWNC Supports Lucia’s Live Entertainment License Request
At it’s November 9th meeting, the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council voted 5-2 in favor of a live entertainment license application for Ristorante Lucia. Owner Donato Frattaroli presented with his attorney indicating the desire for two instruments, one vocalist and a comedian in the basement portion of his 3-story restaurant on Hanover Street. The license would be Read More…
Local Nursery & Elementary Schools Information Session
Wednesday, November 18 From 7 to 9 p.m. In the Senior Room of the Nazzaro Community Center 30 N. Bennett Street, North End Please save the date for an information session and fair targeted to parents of potential nursery and elementary school-aged children. Starting at 7:30, parents or representatives from area schools will be available Read More…
Neighborhood Reachout For Boston Latin’s 375th Celebration
Dear BLS Parents, Friends and Neighbors of Beacon Hill, North End & West End, Julia Forbes, parent of Heather ’15 and myself Janet Sweeney, Peter ’12 have volunteered to coordinate our neighborhoods to support the BLS Auction and 375th Birthday Celebration. We are hoping to reach all fifty-five families currently enrolled at BLS as well Read More…
3rd Annual Buon Natale Holiday Stroll in North End
One Night Only – Friday, December 4th, 2009,
Take a Trip Back in Time to Old Italy and Lower Prices at
The 3rd Annual Buon Natale Holiday Stroll
In Boston’s North End
For one night only, on Friday, December 4th, slow down, shun the holiday rush, and come back to a time when shopping was as much a part of the festivities as opening gifts. Begin a holiday tradition leisurely shopping and dining in Boston’s historic, Italian North End at the 3rd Annual Buon Natale Holiday Stroll. From 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. participating North End boutiques, galleries, and studios are offering significant sales and discounts for Stroll shoppers only.
Plan a romantic evening with your sweetheart or a festive night out with friends enjoying the sights and sounds of the season. Santa will make an appearance at The Fairmont Battery Wharf Hotel which is offering a special room rate for Holiday Strollers who want to stay in Boston for the evening. Validated parking for the Parcel 7 Garage also will be available at selected locations.