Come celebrate autumn with the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association on Thursday, November 9th, 6:30 p.m. Curious about how to get involved with your neighborhood? Come and find out about NEWRA. Non-members, friends and neighbors welcome.
Month: November 2017
Obituary: Leonard Sumner Halpert of Boston
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Leonard Sumner Halpert, 94, who passed away during October 2017. He is survived by his beloved wife Dr. Selma Rutenburg and daughter Margaret Dara among mourning family and friends. Mr. Halpert was a resident of downtown Boston at Harbor Towers. He was also an active member of Read More…
Little Groove Concert at the North End Branch Library
Get ready to shake, wiggle, and move with Little Groove! Children will interact with parachutes, puppets, instruments and more as they learn and play in a fun musical environment. Program details: 10-11 am on Friday, December 1
Thursday’s Brief: NE Public Safety Meeting, Spite Houses, Local History
Things to know for Thursday Events for Thursday, November 2: 3:30PM STEAM Crafternoons at West End Library. Join the West End branch of the Boston Public Library at 151 Cambridge Street for an afternoon of crafts for children of all ages. Kids will have access to an abundance of supplies and will receive instructions for Read More…
October 2017 – North End / Waterfront Real Estate Sales
These are the residential real estate sales that closed during the month of October 2017 in the North End / Waterfront area. $0 – $999,999 99 Broad #2D: 1 bed, 1 bath with 705 sf. sold for $625,000 99 Broad #6E: 1 bed, 1 bath with 759 sf. sold for $720,000 20 Tileston #1B: 1 Read More…
Photos: ROC Teen Saturday Hosts 12th Annual Haunted Halloween Carnival
The Recovery Outreach Community (ROC) Teen Saturday program hosted its 12th annual Haunted Halloween Carnival on Tuesday, which brought hundreds of kids to the Nazzaro Playground for some Halloween fun. The outdoor space was completely transformed into a festive kid zone, featuring rides, bounce houses, super slides, food, drinks, pumpkins and more!
Thanksgiving Movie Special “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” on November 18, 2017 from 5pm – 7pm
The Thanksgiving holiday classic, “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” will be shown outdoors on the Saturday before Thanksgiving to get everyone in the holiday mood. It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without a screening of this film favorite. This iconic movie follows a businessman (Steve Martin) who is struggling to get home for Thanksgiving, but burdened by one Read More…
Reader Poll: What’s the Most Important Improvement Needed at Langone & Puopolo Parks?
Last week, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department hosted their first community meeting to discuss proposed improvements for Langone & Puopolo Parks on Commercial Street in the North End. The city has budgeted about $4.5 million to rehabilitate the park facilities and will be planning out how to use this funding over the next year, before construction Read More…
Photo: Tip of the Iceberg in Channel
The latest public art exhibit is on display in Fort Point Channel, appropriately titled “Iceberg” by Gianna Stewart. Jean Eisenstadt captures the new art in this photo. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Submit your interesting photos using our Submit a Post form or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include a caption Read More…
Trick or Treat on Hanover Street
North End kids have a great time on Halloween, wandering neighborhood businesses for trick or treating! Here are some scenes from Hanover Street, courtesy of Ralph Verrocchi of My Cousin’s Place. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Submit your interesting photos using our Submit a Post form or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please Read More…
Wednesday’s Brief: Old North Foundation Speaker Series, Top New Restaurants, Spooky Scenes
Things to know for Wednesday Events for Wednesday, November 1: 6:00PM Classes and Forums: The Landscape of Colonial Boston’s Public Schools. Stop by the Old North Church for the Old North Foundation Speaker Series featuring the landscape of colonial Boston’s public schools. Click here for more information or to reserve your ticket. Notable News: Top Read More…
Social Highlights This Week: Fall Views & Giant Pumpkins
Check out our weekly social media highlights from residents, visitors, and more in the area. To be featured, tag us @northend.waterfront on Instagram, @northendboston on Twitter, @northendwaterfront on Facebook. Use hashtags #northendboston or #bostonwaterfront. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba6cgY4nIgk/?taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba4UrERAH52/?taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba42DTUhzP2/?taken-at=254372545 https://twitter.com/historylvrsclub/status/925153086645170176 https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba6XLtWFfJE/?tagged=northend https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba1h1RyhqYF/?taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bazdq8_jCyh/?tagged=bostonpublicmarket https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba4mtmMlEaL/?taken-at=254372545 https://twitter.com/DavidNava/status/921387266181918720 The second leg of the @ConnectHistoric cycletrack in @northendboston is almost complete. pic.twitter.com/bNgnNxdyyt Read More…