Thursday’s Brief: First Day of School, Public Safety Meeting, Gentle Yoga, NEMPAC Open House, Swing Dancing

A couple of chuckles to start the day from our resident comedy writer, Ben Alper:

“Ayanna Pressley, the first African-American woman elected to the Boston City Council, defeated Michael Capuano, a 10-term incumbent in the state’s primary. It’s the biggest upset since Paul Revere and his wife won the 1773 Inter-Colony Contract Bridge Tournament”

“North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association voted in favor of a proposal by Going Bananas Market to sell beer and wine. It also voted in favor of a proposal to build a rehab clinic next door called Going to Quit Drinking.”

Things to know for Thursday, Sept. 6

Here’s what else you need to know for today…

First Day of School (BPS) – We wish all the kids returning to school to have a great first day back!

10:00AM Gentle Yoga at Christopher Columbus Park. Stop by Christopher Columbus Park for a free gentle yoga class for all levels.

3:00PM NEMPAC Open House. Stop by the North End Music and Performing Arts Center at 16 Charter Street for the fall 2018 open house. Enjoy a meet-and-greet with staff and featured faculty.

6:00PM Swing Dancing at Faneuil Hall. Learn lindy hop from Dan and Mike Legenthal while enjoying live music provided by the Easy Winners. The lesson and dance are free. No partner necessary, and beginners are very welcome. Lessons are from 6:00pm to 6:45pm and dancing with live music from 7pm to 8:30pm outside Wagamama on South Market.

6:00PM NE Public Safety Meeting at the Nazzaro Center. Stop by the Nazzaro Center for the North End public safety meeting with Boston Police Area A-1.

Notable News:

Boston.com readers share where they ate their best meal in the city

Do you remember the best meal you’ve ever had in the city of Boston? Boston.com is sharing some of their reader’s most memorable meals featuring some North End favorites, read more on Boston.com.

Paul Revere Mall Construction:

Week 3 of construction at Paul Revere Mall #NorthEnd #Prado #parksfirst #access #equity #excellence @NorthEndBoston @OldNorth1723 pic.twitter.com/S8WaRNf4jn

— Boston Parks Dept (@BostonParksDept) September 5, 2018

Plan your events with the Community Calendar:

Friday, September 7th

1:00PM September Films: Back to School. Join the North End Branch Library at 25 Parmenter Street for their September Film Series: Back to School, see additional details here.

Saturday, September 8th

10:00AM Carnival of Dogs on the Greenway. Join the Rose Kennedy Greenway for a celebration of furry friends at the Carnival of Dogs presented by TD Bank. Enjoy many dog-friendly activities on the Greenway near Hanover & Cross Street.

1:00PM Patriot Fife & Drum. Enjoy a lively concert of music that accompanied colonists as they marched, danced, wooed their beloveds, and waged war. Stop by the Paul Revere House at 19 N Square where David Vose and Sue Walko provide fascinating insight into each selection they perform.

6:00PM James Masciarelli – Beyond Beauport. Stop by I AM Books at 189 North Street as James Masciarelli presented his piece Beyond Beauport.

From the Community:

Blessing of the Backpacks at Old North Church This Sunday

This Sunday, September 9, during both our 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services and in celebration of the start of the new school year, children and students (of all ages) are invited to bring their backpack, lunch box, or other symbol of school to Old North Church for a special blessing, continue reading.

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