National Hand Washing week occurs December 2nd through December 8th and is a fantastic way to promote better hygiene and reduce respiratory illnesses – particularly with children. Washing your hands is easy, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. Clean hands can stop germs from spreading from one Read More…
7 Artists & 7 Fishes Celebrating the Sea and Sustainable Seafood with Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and Local Artists and Chefs. Join Save the Harbor/Save the Bay on Thursday December 6th from 5:30-8pm for a seasonal celebration of the sea and sustainable seafood at their Boston Harbor Pop-Up Museum at 226 Causeway Street. The Read More…
Join the West End Museum on Thursday, December 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. to hear a firsthand account of the demolition of the West End from Tom Hynes, an individual who spent his college summers working on the West End demolition team for Duane Wrecking. Hynes will speak about his memories—the sights, smells, Read More…
Join the Gilardi Group and Divine Design Center for their annual Toys for Tots Party on Thursday, December 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2 Battery Wharf. Bring a new unwrapped toy! Read more details in the flyer below.
Things to know for Wednesday Today is Wednesday, December 5th and with East Boston’s average asking price averaging $500-plus a sq. foot, the upper end of some of those listings are now comparable to average asking prices in the Waterfront, North End and South End, continue reading on Curbed Boston. Here’s what else you need Read More…
The holiday event season continues throughout the North End! Steriti Rink was the sight for the annual Santa Skate & Toy Drive. Loads of toys were collected during the free skating event. A raffle with several prizes also helped contribute to the cause. Toys piled in along with kids who laced up their skates to get on the ice! Read More…
Crowds of shoppers came out to visit local North End shops in search for the perfect gift at the Holiday Shop & Stroll last Friday. Other Boston neighborhoods will host pop-up markets and fairs this month featuring vendors selling their wares for the holiday season. Malls and shopping plazas often extend their hours in December, Read More…
December Newsletter from Lydia Edwards, City Councilor for District One (North End, Charlestown and East Boston): I’m deeply grateful to District One residents this season for your continued engagement. From public schools, to housing and the MBTA, residents are vocal and willing to act to improve their communities – and I am grateful for your Read More…
2019 North End / Waterfront desk calendars are here! Get yours now! Makes a great gift! Back for 2019 by popular demand! The 2019 desk calendar includes all original photographs of Boston’s North End by yours truly, including the classic landmarks and some lesser-known views of our fabled streets and waterfront. The desk calendar includes a built-in Read More…
Join the Nazzaro Center on Wednesday, December 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for their winter wonderland holiday event! See more details in the flyer below.
Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, December 4 and Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM City Council Hearing on City’s Marijuana Licensing Process. A hearing to examine and discuss best equity practices in the City’s marijuana licensing process and potential for a social equity program will take place in the Iannella Read More…
In a new effort this holiday season, the Nazzaro Center is opening their school vacation week programming for children ages 6-12 to families who are not members of the after school program. The Nazzaro Center hopes this will help families who are looking for a place to send their kids during the winter break of Read More…