Neighborhood View of the Day: A few snapshots from walking around on St. Patrick’s Day where the color green was everywhere: March 17, 2013 – St. Patrick’s Day Photos by Matt Conti, except “Green Trees” courtesy of Faneuil Hall Marketplace Did you take a cool photo? Have it featured by emailing it to info@northendwaterfront.com. Please Read More…
The final performance of NEMPAC’s Winter Concert Series featured jazz music from the Scott Boni Trio. The free concert was held in the historic Old North Church, a partner in the series, on Friday March 15, 2013. The Scott Boni Trio includes: Scott Boni on Saxaphone – “I find true joy in bridging the Read More…
Last week’s rotating puzzle threw off a lot of you, but congrats to those who finished it. This week, St. Joseph’s Day is March 19th. Of course, that makes us think of a seasonal favorite, Zeppole di San Guiseppe. This photo is out of the box fresh from Maria’s Pastry in the North End. It’s Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ulh-lbNy4gc&feature=youtu.be] Video: Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt request for a take-out license on Hanover St. at March 14, 2013 NEWRA meeting. The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) voted 26-10 to support a Pinkberry franchise location at 283-285 Hanover Street. West coast frozen yogurt chain franchise owners, NE Frog Pond LLC, presented the zoning relief Read More…
Open since December 2012 and still the “new place” on Hanover Street, the folks at Thinking Cup are already bringing in awards. Turns out the press on cannoli wars was simply a distraction from the real deal at the coffee shop, Latte Art. Head barista Cabell Tice from the North End location has won Coffee Read More…
The Friends of Christopher Columbus is having a membership drive social, happening Thursday evening 3/21: When: Thursday, March 21, 2013, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Where: The Living Room (101 Atlantic Ave., Boston) We invite existing and prospective members to join us to: renew or upgrade your annual membership become a new member meet new neighbors visit with friends Read More…
Neighborhood Views of the Day: The lines are down the block at Mike’s Pastry and Giacomo’s, so it must be summer, right? No, it’s just the day before St. Patrick’s Day. What’s Happening In The North End / Waterfront: Sunday, March 17th is the first day of Restaurant Week. Check out the participating North End Read More…
[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqVLd1IxOD8] Video: Tenoch Mexican at the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) meeting held on March 11, 2013 at the Nazzaro Community Center. The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, voted 3-5 to oppose Tenoch Mexican, a proposed restaurant with take-out at 1-3 Lewis Street by operator Alvaro Sandoval. Prince Building abutters Read More…
“Patron Saint: The Montefalcione Devotion to Saint Anthony” screening event held on March 15, 2013 at Saint Leonard Church Hall. Click any image to see full screen slideshow. Photos by Matt Conti. A special film documentary screening was held on Friday night for “Patron Saint: The Montefalcione Devotion to Saint Anthony” produced by North Ender Read More…
The Good Neighbor Recognition Award was presented to North End Pilgrim Garage at 600 Commercial Street on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). The presentation was made by NEWRA member, Janet Gilardi. Accepting the award were Facility Manager Jamie Karlberg and Abdul Mistah who does the maintenance. The monthly award is Read More…
Mayor Menino encourages family-friendly holiday, reminds all to celebrate responsibly The City of Boston has again made plans to ensure a safe and festive St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The Boston Police Department (BPD) will increase patrols, focusing not only on Sunday’s parade in South Boston, but also at drinking establishments on St. Patrick’s Day and Read More…
It was a celebratory mood at Friday’s official announcement by Mayor Tom Menino that the City of Boston is acquiring the North End / Waterfront property at 585 Commercial Street to be renovated for a new K-8 public school in Downtown Boston. Since the news initially came out, it was disclosed that the City’s purchase Read More…