The first full week of 2015 brings an easy schedule for events and meetings in the neighborhood. Take advantage of the light load while you can, the schedule is sure to pick up after the holiday lag is over!
Monday, January 5
6:30am Troops for Fitness Boot Camp – Nazzaro Center, 30 North Bennet Street
Work out for free during the calorie-burning Boot Camp taught by Navy Veteran Gary Forziati of Beantown Bootcamp. Troops for Fitness is sponsored by Coca-Cola Company and the National Recreation and Parks Association and presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.
Tuesday, January 6
10:30am Toddler Story Time – North End Branch Library, 25 Parmenter Street, Boston
Rhymes, stories, and movement for those 16 months to 3 years (walkers) accompanied by a caregiver. No sign up necessary.
7:00pm Parks Committee (NEWRA) – Mariner’s House, 11 North Square, 2nd Floor
Open invitation for anyone interested in attending the first meeting of the newly (re)formed Parks and Open Spaces Committee of NEWRA. We will discuss the goals of this committee and prepare questions for Chris Cook, Commissioner of the Boston Parks Dept., in anticipation of his visit to the NEWRA meeting on Thursday January 8. Chaired by Robyn Reed of NEWRA. Just show up or contact Robyn at robynr@newra.org for more information.
Wednesday, January 7
6:00pm Italian Films at the North End Library, 25 Parmenter Street
Italian Films at the North End presents Francesco, giullare di Dio (The Flowers of St. Francis). The film traces the life of St. Francis, from his embracing of religion to his efforts to establish a harmonious middle ground between life and spirituality. 1950, runtime of 87 minutes. More information on the film.
Thursday, January 8
6:00pm Central Artery Ramp Parcel Study Meeting #4 at Boston City Hall, 9th Floor
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and The Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) will host the fourth public meeting on the Central Artery Ramp Parcel Study. MassDOT and BRA officials are still exploring potential cover alternatives for Parcels 6, 12 and 18 along the Rose Kennedy Greenway. View the Post for contacts and additional information.
7:00pm NEWRA Monthly Meeting – Nazzaro Center, 30 North Bennet Street
These meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month, contact www.newra.org for updates or email info@newra.org.
More updated events on the Events Calendar.