From Alex Goldfeld, President of the North End Historical Society After speaking to Jim Pasto’s class on the history of the North End at Boston University in October 2009, Jim and I sat down and discussed the amazing absence of a historical society for Boston’s most storied neighborhood. We wanted to promote scholarship on the Read More…
The Eliot School hosted night one of their 10th annual “Evening for Education” at il Molo on Sunday, November 10 to raise money for the Eliot’s play-based learning initiative, EPIC: Eliot Play. Innovate. Create. The event brought together Eliot families, teachers, staff, and community members for an energetic evening in support of the school. If you Read More…
Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Overnight Utility Work at 401 Hanover St This 311 user writes, “Utility work after midnight on Saturday… seriously? Repaving Hanover Street this summer, sure. But this? Read More…
Numerous tributes and special events happening throughout the city on Veterans Day offered opportunities to remember and thank those who have served in the Armed Forces, both living and deceased. One such event was the VFW North End Post 144 Veterans Ceremony at Old North’s Memorial Garden. “As long as two comrades survive—so long will Read More…
Old North will be hosting a particularly special brass polishing event on Saturday, November 23 beginning at 9 a.m. Old North’s trusty brass cleaning King, Vicar Steve Ayres, is retiring at the end of this year, so this will be his final glorious morning of experiencing the sweet aroma of Brasso mingled with that of mimosas and Read More…
Old North Speaker Series: Lecture + Community Conversation Vaccination Controversies Then and Now: Boston in 1721 and 1901 Speaker: David Jones, MD, PhD Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Lecture: 6:30 – 7:30 pm Community Conversation: 7:30 – 8:30 pm (refreshments served) Reserve your tickets here. Immunization is one of the oldest and most effective medical technologies now in Read More…
Today is Tuesday, November 12 and we could see a new record this week as cold weather and a bit of snow rolls into the city, read more on Boston.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Toddler Story Time. Stop by the North End Library and listen to stories, sing songs, Read More…
It is the time of year when the tourist traffic starts to dwindle and neighborhood businesses often decide to make a change, remodel or even close the doors for good. North Ender Adam Castiglioni wandered the streets recently and noticed a growing number of closed storefronts. Here’s a recap. The Italian 7 art and gallery Read More…
WHAT: Our warming oceans are taking an increasing toll on coral reefs, making it even more important to understand how the changing atmosphere affects these living ecosystems and how they have adapted historically. The chemistry of fossil coral skeletons from tens of thousands of years ago may hold the key to understanding this important coupling Read More…
The 2019-2020 Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC), comprised of 85 high schoolers who will work to improve Boston’s communities and empower other young people, was sworn in last week by Mayor Walsh and the Department of Youth Engagement and Employment. Among those sworn in was North Ender Olivia Ardito, who will be one of 16 youth Read More…
The 10th annual Holiday Toy Drive in memory of. Mark Frattaroli to benefit the Italian Home for Children in Jamaica Plain is in full swing and accepting donations through December 17. Drop off new, unwrapped toys and art supplies for boys and girls age 4-14 to one of the locations listed below. The Frattaroli family Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. Note this meeting is being held on Tuesday due to the holiday. At this month’s meeting, a petition will be heard to transfer an existing wines Read More…