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Open House, Open Studios at North Bennet Street School

See the art of fine craftsmanship in action:
 
Open House, Open Studios at the North Bennet Street School to be held November 5 and 6.
 
Eight crafts disciplines on display.

Aspiring furniture makers, bookbinders, jewelry makers, carpenters – and those merely curious about the process of making exquisite things by hand – are invited to a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at one of the America’s oldest schools of craftsmanship during a special open house at the North Bennet Street School (www.nbss.edu) in Boston’s North End. 
 
The event is on Friday, November 5, 10am to 2pm and Saturday, November 6, 10am to 3pm.  Admission is free.
 
Visitors are invited to watch and interact with students and instructors at work in eight areas of concentration – from violin making and handmade cabinetry to piano restoration and locksmithing.  A free shuttle bus on Friday will provide rides to the school’s Arlington, MA campus to view the carpentry and preservation carpentry training programs in action.

Heat Safety when Playing Sports

Summer heat and humidity can be dangerous for athletes as they get ready for the fall season. Here are some steps that coaches can take to keep the athletes safe: Schedule practices during the coolest part of the day; early in the day or in the evening. Have the athletes take frequent and longer breaks when Read More…

Monday Night! North End Debate Between State Senate Candidates

Follow-up: Video from this debate can be viewed at this link. The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council is hosting a debate between the six candidates running for State Senate on April 4, 6:00 p.m. at the North Bennet Street School (150 North Street, North End, Boston). This will be a true debate, not a forum, moderated Read More…