The Consulate General of Italy, Friends of the Italian Cultural Center of Boston and the Boston Conservatory present the 4th Annual Christmas Concert on Friday, December 4th, 6:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in North Square.
Month: November 2015
Gridiron Audibles: Patriots Stand at 10-0, Despite Injuries
Week by week, despite losing key players, the Patriots refuse to lose football games. A 20-13 win over the Buffalo Bills on Monday night was another example of the teams uncanny ability to suffer key losses to the 53-man roster and yet time-after-time have the next man on the depth chart step up and contribute. Read More…
“Tourist Season” from My Corner of Boston [Video]
“Tourist Season” is the second is a series of 1990 skits from “My Corner of Boston” performed at the North End Union, produced by resident Rosaria DiFinzio. See all the scenes here. Rosaria called this next skit “Tourist Season” because back when we were kids tourists came to the North End mainly during the summer Read More…
City Council Passes Mayor Walsh’s New Sandwich Board Sign Ordinance
The Boston City Council voted last week to repeal the permit requirement for free-standing, sidewalk signs. The new 1-year pilot Sandwich Board Sign Ordinance was recently proposed by Mayor Walsh. “Sandwich board signs are significant marketing tools for small and local businesses, which are a critical part of the economy in the City of Boston Read More…
Kids Take Part in “Live By Night” Movie [Photos]
Children were a big part of last week’s filming of Ben Affleck’s “Live By Night” movie in Boston’s North End. Raquel Wallace shares these photos of some outtakes, including several North End children.
250th U.S. Anniversary Panel Discussion on Monday, November 30th at Old North
On Monday, November 30th, 6:30 pm, Old North is hosting a panel discussion on how Massachusetts should celebrate the U.S. 250th Anniversary in 2025/2026. All are welcome. RSVP here and find our more at Revolution250.org.
Trellis Lighting at Christopher Columbus Park Showcases New LED Lights [Photos]
The 13th annual lighting of the Christopher Columbus Park trellis brought out hundreds on a chilly Monday night for the debut of new, state-of-the-art, dimmable LED lights. “Every year it is thrilling to watch the park transform into a winter wonderland when the trellis is illuminated,” said Joanne Hayes-Rines, President of the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. FOCCP Read More…
Downtown View: Giving Thanks
You will probably be sitting around a table soon telling friends and family what you are thankful for. We think about the big things—those friends and family members, the good food, good health, a satisfying job. We can easily forget other enjoyments, amenities and endeavors that enrich our lives. I’m here to remind you of Read More…
Firicano’s Barber Shop Recognized With Good Neighbor Award
The Good Neighbor Recognition Award was recently presented to Rich Firicano at Firicano’s Barber Shop on North Street. The award was presented by NEWRA Recognition Committee Chair Janet Gilardi on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). “Rich’s father, Richard Firicano, sweeps and picks up on the sidewalks and gutters in front of the shop as well as Read More…
Take the Poll: Is Trash Removal Better or Worse?
Residents representing various downtown Boston neighborhood associations (covering the North End, South End and Beacon Hill) will soon be meeting with representatives from the Public Works Department and the CEO of Sunrise Scavenger, Joe Lombardi, to talk about the waste management / trash removal / recycling removal environment in our neighborhoods. As you may know, Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Old North Church Reflection
Mark Tsang shares this reflective photo of the Old North Church from a puddle on the Prado. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Email your best photos to info@northendwaterfront.com. Please include a sentence (or more) telling us about your photo. See past neighborhood photo posts.
Events: Trellis Lighting, “A Winter’s Tale,” Happy Thanksgiving!
Yes, it’s Thanksgiving week! That means it is time to officially kick off the holiday season! Monday, November 23 5:00pm Trellis Lighting at Christopher Columbus Park Join us and celebrate the new LED lights! The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will celebrate a Boston holiday tradition with the thirteenth annual lighting of the park’s signature Read More…