Families came out to the first Family Night on the Prado, hosted by the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) on Thursday, July 18th. The night was a celebration of families, music and the rich historical culture we have right here in the North End. It was all free including lots of kids Read More…
Carita Mottola celebrated her 100th Birthday today with family and friends at the Casa Mari in Boston’s North End. Congratulating Carita were City Councilor Sal LaMattina and State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz. (Photo courtesy of Councilor LaMattina’s office)
The Globe tells the story of those in the North End working around ovens and stoves during this week’s heat wave. Highlighted are Parziale’s Bakery, Bova’s Bakery, Modern Pastry, Quattro and Pizzeria Regina. Fans whirred loudly. The thermometer on the kitchen wall showed 90 degrees. And as John Kluse opened the oven in Bova’s Bakery Read More…
The Boston Friends of Montefalcione, Avellino To Welcome Don Paolo & The Blessed Relic of Sant’ Antonio To The North End September 13 – 15, 2013 The Boston Friends of Montefalcione, Avellino are pleased to announce a special visit from Don Paolo, pastor of the Cheisa Di Sant’ Antonio in Montefalcione, Italy. Don Paolo who Read More…
Reported incidents from this week’s Boston Police Journal Log are listed below, courtesy of BPD District A-1. Vandalism/ Graffiti 07/14/13 2:52pm Endicott Court resident reports while she was on vacation an unknown person sprayed a large area on her front wall with black spray paint.
Neighborhood View of the Day: A small publisher inquired about using one of my photos from the February 2013 blizzard. As I was going through the gallery, it actually gave me a bit of a chill that I hope it brings you in the current heat wave. North End / Waterfront Events on the Calendar: Read More…
The Good Neighbor Recognition Award for July 2013 was presented to Joe Griffiths, manager of Sol Optics, on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). The presentation was made by NEWRA Recognition Committee Chair, Janet Gilardi, outside Sol Optics at 329 Hanover Street. The monthly award is voted by NEWRA’s Executive Committee Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health During periods of extreme heat it is important that you find ways to stay cool and safe. Drink plenty of fluids. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to drink fluids. Water is the best drink. It is important to avoid alcoholic beverages and liquids Read More…
It lasted eight years, six seasons, and eighty-six episodes. The Sopranos still gains fans even after production has stopped and cast members have passed away. The Sopranos mafia put the mafia before everything, including their own families– as seen through the conflict between “one’s family” (blood) and “one’s family” (business). Viewers migrate to this plot-line because its Read More…
One of the best vantage points to see Boston’s skyline is from the Seaport Haborwalk. This scene includes a large ship in the foreground facing the waterfront with the Old Northern Bridge on the left, International Place in the center and Rowes Wharf / Custom House on the right. It’s an easy 42 piece jigsaw Read More…
This Thursday, NEMPAC will be presenting its first Family Night! Starting at 5:30, the Prado will be filled with families exploring the rich cultural history of the North End with pre-concert activities from the Paul Revere House, the Historical Society and Old North Church. Starting at 6:45 pm, young performers from Boston and beyond will Read More…
Neighborhood View of the Day: Did you catch last night’s rainbow? It wasn’t as long or full as the best ones ever from June, but it was very deep which you can tell from the amount of definition in the color bands. The shadow, i.e., double, rainbow is also barely visible on the far right Read More…