Once the scaffolding came down, the debate started regarding the ornamental wrought iron railings on the facade of 124-126 Salem Street. Some neighbors created quite a stir on social media, mostly against the design saying it doesn’t belong in the North End. In defense, Crosstown Art penned an explanation of the “Chrysanthemum Building” concept. Shown previously Read More…
The North End Music and Performing Arts Center’s 2016-2017 Concert Series will return to the intimate Bijou de la Vida Gallery in the North End for their final event, titled Embracing the Ethereal: A Musical Journey of French and Minimalist Works, on Friday, March 24th 2017 at 7:00 p.m. A Gallery Reception will be held prior to the concert program Read More…
Things to know for Monday: North End Scene on Warmer Days: https://www.instagram.com/p/BRJfSkChgto/?taken-at=254372545 Notable news found elsewhere: City OKs downtown waterfront plan, paving way for 600-foot Harbor Garage tower After years of meetings and debate, real-estate developer Don Chiofaro was given a major step forward when the Boston Planning & Development Agency approved a downtown municipal harbor plan that Read More…
The North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC), in partnership with Opera On Tap, held their annual Amore Valentine’s Opera Concert at North End restaurant La Galleria 33 on Sunday, February 12th. Despite heavy snowfall, the evening was very successful with a full house of attendees enjoying three sets of arias, operas, and duets from five Opera Read More…
Since 2009, we have been talking about how to fund the Greenway. Marking its eighth year managing the parks last month, the non-profit Greenway Conservancy and its stakeholders have yet to find a business model that is not under constant risk of having the rug pulled out from under it. With the Greenway lease up for renewal in June 2017, the Read More…
(They say it is the journey, not the destination that matters. But, there are exceptions, especially when it comes to ocean crossings in autumn. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to appreciate the true worth of such an experience and the strange things encountered upon reaching the safety of dry land.) I was misinformed. No one Read More…
North End restaurateur Nick Varano of Strega, toured St. John Parochial School in North Square. A longtime supporter of St. John School, Nick met with principal Karen McLaughlin, toured the school and visited St. John’s K4A class.
A total of nineteen eateries from the North End / Waterfront and Beacon Hill are participating in this year’s Dine Out Boston sponsored by the Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) in partnership with American Express. This is the 16th year of Dine Out Boston and many Boston restaurants are providing diners an opportunity Read More…
The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) will be holding a benefit hockey game at the Steriti Rink against the Boston Bruins Alumni. See Bruins greats like: Ray Bourque, Rick Middleton, Bob Sweeney, Al Pederson and Terry O’Reilly! Proceeds will benefit the Boston Children’s Hospital and the NEAA The game will be held on Saturday March Read More…
Improv Asylum to Host NEAD Vacation Family Show The Improv Asylum on Hanover Street will once again host an awesomely funny Family Improv Comedy Show for North End Against Drugs (NEAD) during April School Vacation. This years’ show will be on Wednesday, April 19th at 12 Noon to 2pm. Pizza will be served from 12 Read More…
Catch up on this week’s community news with the most viewed posts on NorthEndWaterfront.com! Reinstallation of Hubway Bike Stations Begins This week marked the beginning of the reinstallation of 127 Hubway Bike Share Stations in Boston. The majority of stations will be reinstalled by mid-March, with all stations completed by April. See the latest. Poll: What Do You Read More…
The following commentary was submitted by Crosstown Art in the North End, regarding the design of the new construction at 124-126 Salem Street. The chrysanthemum pattern of the railings are decorative, ornate as wrought iron often is at the whim of the artist who weaves it; look at any building in the neighborhood whose fire escapes Read More…