Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: NEWRA Party, Mahjong, Sweater Weather

Things to know for Thursday

Your daily round up for Thursday, November 9:

11:00AM Mahjong Games at North End Library. Enjoy the American-style variant of Mahjong, a tile-based game that originated in China and requires skill, strategy, and calculation, view the full event posting here.

6:00PM NEWRA Party at Pilot House, 2 Atlantic Ave. Join NEWRA’s Annual Party at 2 Atlantic Ave. Enjoy catering provided by the Sail Loft and feel free to bring guests who may be interested in joining the organization. There will be an abbreviated meeting starting at 6:00pm (See Agenda) with the party at 6:30pm (See Flyer).

Notable News:

Time for state to catch up on Airbnb tax

With New Hampshire’s recent decision to allow Airbnb to collect taxes on behalf of its community of hosts and guests, and remit that revenue to the state, policy officials urge the state of Massachusetts to take action in securing this financial boost before letting another year pass by, Commonwealth Magazine has the full story.

Phantom Gourmet: North Square Oyster In Boston’s North End

The North End’s own North Square Oyster, located at 5 North Square, was featured on Phantom Gourmet for its exceptional classic New England seafood dishes, CBS Boston has the inside scoop from the Chef and Owner.

Sweater Weather:

Plan your events with the Community Calendar:

Friday, November 10:

Veterans’ Day Observed

10:00AM Greenway Play Day. The Greenway will be bringing out their unique and fun play equipment for kids to enjoy near High Street.

10:00AM Baby Story Time at North End Library. Join Ms. Alyson for stories, songs, fun, and more in a program just for babies. This program is for babies 0-18 months. Please come prepared to actively engage with your child, view the post.

11:00AM Preschool Story Time at North End Library. Join Ms. Alyson for a story time filled with books, songs, activities, and more! This program is for children ages 18 months and older. Please come prepared to actively engage with your child. View the posting.

2:00PM Friday Film “Broadway Danny Rose” at North End Branch Library. Join the North End Library at 25 Parmenter Street for their Friday film series. This week’s film will feature Broadway Danny Rose from 1960.

7:00PM Gala of Patrons of Italian Heritage at 21 DryDock Avenue. Enjoy a full immersion in the Italian cultural excellence with entertainment by professional opera singers, internationally acclaimed musicians, Italian sports vehicles and a dinner prepared by an Italian chef. For more information emailFrancesco Fragasso, fr.freagasso@gmail.com or Enrico Vetri, enrico_vetri@hotmail.com.

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