The battle lines continue to form over the fate of the Long Wharf Pavilion and the open space around it at the end of the historic wharf. On September 20, 2012, the latest reply briefs to the Supreme Judicial Court were filed by the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the State’s Department of Environmental Protection. The Read More…
In an effort to streamline the logistics of those in need from the early September Cooper Street fire, neighbors have set up a Facebook page, called NorthEnd Relief. “We have a lot of folks prepared to help,” said organizer Rhonda Lee who is working with Mary Marenghi on the effort. The website is intended to Read More…
Celebrating immigrant heritage, contributions and diversity, the 2012 “We Are Boston” Gala Awards are accepting nominations for individuals and corporations, until Friday, October 5, 2012. Download the nomination form (pdf).
All are invited to participate in North End Waterfront Health’s Fall Bocce Ball Tournament on Thursday, October 11th at 6:00pm in the North End’s Langone Park (Commercial Street). Click here to register. The NEW Health’s Fall Bocce Ball is unique networking event that will provide participants with the opportunity to meet neighbors and friends, enjoy Read More…
[forecast] What’s Going On Thursday, September 27, 2012: It’s time for Chess at the North End Branch Library, 25 Parmenter Street starting at 4pm. The Events Calendar has all the details. What’s new on the blog: An incredible story about an amazing swim through Boston Harbor. Have you heard about Matisse and Merlot Painting Parties? Read More…
Did you see the athlete swimming in Boston Harbor past the North End on Saturday? It was Italian amputee swimmer, Salvatore Cimmino, on the final leg of a 16-mile swim to prove that the physically disabled can do amazing things. The 7-hour swim started at UMass Boston and continued out to the Boston Harbor Islands Read More…
WHEN & WHERE: Monday Night Painting at The Living Room, 6:30 to 9:00pm Additional Weekday Nights at Lucia’s Ristorante – 6:30 to 9:00pm (CALL FOR INFO) PRICE: $36 ** Art Materials Supplied, Cash Bar HOW: Register online at www.MatisseandMerlotBoston.com or call 617-523-4656 WHY: A new way to Paint the Town Red … or any other Read More…
Ah, Saturday morning! My favorite time of the week. No work, no responsibilities, bright sunshine and a great day to be alive. I think I’ll go get a morning coffee for myself and my wife before I take my 5 year old out to play. I get dressed, open my front door, step onto the Read More…
[forecast] What’s Going On Wednesday, September 26, 2012: The Jewish high holiday, Yom Kippur, continues today. Farmer’s Market and Retail Trucks are on City Hall Plaza from 11pm-7pm. The NE Library is showing “The Immortal Marilyn Monroe” at 6pm. Paul Revere’s role in the War of 1812 will be discussed in a lecture a the Read More…
Event announcement and sketch rendering of the Tony DeMarco statue, courtesy of the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame: Event: Former undisputed Welterweight Champion, Tony DeMarco, will attend the unveiling of his statue in Boston’s North End. Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 Time: 1:00 p.m. Place: Corner of Hanover St. Read More…
Proposing the most significant change for public school choice in decades, Boston Public Schools has released four new “zone” options and one “no zone” option. All of the proposals are a substantial shift away from the current large 3-zone model, with a move toward more “neighborhood schools” and less busing. Chair of the City Council Read More…
[forecast] What’s Going On Tuesday, September 25, 2012: There are story times this morning at the NE Library and NEWRA has a Zoning, Licensing & Construction meeting at 7pm (See the agenda). The Events Calendar has all the details. What’s new on the blog: Two bulletins: I-93 Weekend Work and Lane Closings Breaking & Entering Read More…