Boston Community Collaborative’s drama students in the Josiah Quincy Boston Public School Afterschool program recently presented “A Slice of Shakespeare.” The adaptations of Macbeth and 12th Night were prepared over a 9 week period, and were performed last Wednesday at the JQS auditorium. The adaptations were written, directed and choreographed by Ingrid Oslund, lead drama Read More…
The North End Beautification Committee Christmas Tree Event (Corner of Cross and Hanover Streets) Friday, December 1, 2017 6:00 p.m. ~ 8:00 p.m. Santa Claus (6:30pm-7:30pm) Hot Chocolate St. John’s School Bake Sale (Proceeds from the bake sale will benefit the St. John’s school programs) We are a 501(c)3 community-based volunteer organization with a mission Read More…
During the season of appreciation and gratitude, St. John School continues its mission of giving back to the community with our partnership with St. Anthony Shrine. Our 3rd grade students picked, packed, and delivered an abundant Thanksgiving Harvest to the Franciscan Food Center at St. Anthony Shrine yesterday. They were met with applause as they Read More…
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Thanksgiving is not only a time to gather around the table with family, friends, and loved ones; it’s also a time to reflect on the year past and to consider all the things we have to be grateful for. I know I have a lot to be thankful for — Read More…
Boats docked at old T-Wharf in May of 1929. T-wharf was attached to Long Wharf’s northern face, creating the shape of a “T.” It served as a center for fish trade in the 19th and early 20th centuries. In later years, the wharf became home to many artists, and the well-known Blue Ship Tea Room Read More…
Boston Community Collaborative facilitated the writing of lots of THANK YOU cards yesterday in celebration of THANKSGIVING. BCC provides this activity annually at the North End branch of the Boston Public Library. This year, we were at the Library at 10 am and again at 3 pm to accommodate two different groups of folks – Read More…
Let Me Tell You A Story – Second Thursday of the Month 12:30 pm @ the West End Branch of the Boston Public Library, 151 Cambridge St., Boston, 617.523.3957 Love a good story? Being read to is a rare pleasure for adults. On the second Thursday of the month, take a break from your work Read More…
A three-alarm fire claimed two lives at 282 Hanover Street, early Wednesday morning in Boston’s North End. Boston Fire Department said they responded about 1:00 a.m. to flames coming out the windows at the five story building, near the Parmenter St. intersection. The ground floor is occupied by Trattoria Il Panino (formerly Caffe Pompei), Connah Store Read More…
This is a great time to see Library friends and enjoy delicious foods and desserts. Music by The Joneses, a popular husband and wife duo. Take your chance on the 50/50 raffle and help the Library at the same time! Free to all.
The Old North Church hosted its annual brass polishing party in the church parish house on Salem Street in Boston’s North End. Volunteers polish two three hundred year old chandeliers and twelve 150 year-old sconces. The two twelve branch chandeliers were imported from Europe and installed in the church in 1724. Each chandelier and sconce Read More…
Things to know for Wednesday Your daily round up for Wednesday, November 22: DID YOU KNOW? Did you know that the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year? Make sure to plan ahead and stay safe when making your travel arrangements! Notable News: Black Friday Deals at Faneuil Hall Marketplace Faneuil Hall Read More…
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. Pink Taxi Alert https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbpkwd9lOGj/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 #Architecture https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbu8hL7BJme/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BbsSBSJnrB1/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BbrsZJNhSYX/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 https://www.instagram.com/p/BbqcqasBxOE/?hl=en&taken-at=254372545 The Secret to a Long Life https://twitter.com/Noble_Enriquez/status/932408951534002178 It’s Lit! Trellis Lighting at Christopher Read More…