Sandro Carella (left) and NEWRA VP Victor Brogna

107th Fisherman’s Feast Kicks Off With Blessing of the Fishing Waters

The 107th Fisherman’s Feast kicked off on Thursday night continuing the tradition of the North End’s oldest running Italian festival. The festival honors Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca and opening night features the Blessing of the Fishing Waters. Starting with ceremonies at the Fisherman’s Club and feast chapel at North & Lewis Streets, the statue of Read More…

Casting Call for Kids to Perform in the NEMPAC 2018 Opera Project: Don Giovanni

NEMPAC 2018 Opera Project: Don Giovanni will feature children in The Great Hall at Faneuil Hall. NEMPAC is seeking 8 young performers, children ages 9-13, to audition for Don Giovanni under the direction of Rebecca Miller (Artistic and Stage Director). They will be featured in a large ensemble non-singing scene in Act 1. The young Read More…

Thursday’s Brief: Aquarium Makes Bold Statement, Boston Massacre Anniversary, DCR Locks Closed, DAR Wreath Laying, Flower Making, Neighborhood Night, Public Safety Meeting

Today is Thursday, March 5 – the anniversary of the Boston Massacre. The Boston Massacre occurred on March 5, 1770. A squad of British soldiers, come to support a sentry who was being pressed by a heckling, snowballing crowd, let loose a volley of shots. Three persons were killed immediately and two died later of Read More…