On April 15, 1920, a double murder set off a sequence of events that led to the controversial, and later declared unjust, trial convictions of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti. Their execution on August 23, 1927 is blamed on anti-Italian prejudice and fear of their anarchist political beliefs. The Case of Sacco and Vanzetti The Read More…
Author: Conor Finley
Friday Briefing: Columbus Day Parade Fundraiser, Riccio Author Talk Saturday, Parade Sunday
Things to know for Friday Events for Friday, October 6th: 10:00am Marquis Health Career Fair at 70 Fulton St. Marquis Health Services is sponsoring a series of Career Fairs for openings at the North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center at 70 Fulton Street in Boston’s North End. View the event posting. 10:00am Baby Story Time at North End Library. Join Ms. Alyson for Read More…
Thursday’s Brief: North Italian Sgraffito Slipware, Public Safety Meeting, Marchand Endorsement
Things to know for Thursday! Events for Thursday, October 5th: 10:00am Marquis Health Career Fair at 70 Fulton St. Marquis Health Services is sponsoring a series of Career Fairs for openings at the North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center at 70 Fulton Street in Boston’s North End. View the event posting. 5:00pm NSC Buona Sera at 60 State St, 26th Floor. Please join Read More…
Wednesday’s Brief: Pinkberry Building Sold, Listening Workshop, Prado Wedding
Things to know for Wednesday Events for Wednesday, October 4th: 10:30am Concert with 123 Andres at West End Library, 151 Cambridge Street. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, join Latin Grammy-winning 123 Andrés in a concert for kids and families! Learn or practice your Spanish, and sing, jump, and dance in this high-energy, interactive show. No registration required. 3:00pm Italian Heritage Read More…
Tuesday’s Guide: Passacantilli/Edwards Race, Addiction Inspired Mural, NBSS Veneering
What you should know for Tuesday Events for Tuesday, October 3rd: Milling of Atlantic Ave from Commercial St. to the Surface Road. There will be milling of Atlantic Avenue from Commercial Wharf to the Surface Road. During this time there will be traffic delays and parking restrictions. For more details, see the construction notice. 6:30pm Italian Heritage Month Read More…
Monday’s Brief: Commercial Street Milling, Construction Equipment, Dry Dock 4
Things to know for Monday Events for Monday, October 2nd Milling of Atlantic Ave from Commercial St. to the Surface Road. There will be milling of Atlantic Avenue from Commercial Wharf to the Surface Road. During this time there will be traffic delays and parking restrictions. For more details, see the construction notice. Your typical construction equipment. Read More…
Friday’s Brief: (Close to) Paul Revere’s Outhouse, Back to School Party, Octoberfest, Airbnb Keys?
Things to know for the Weekend! Here’s what’s happening on Friday, September 29th: Yom Kippur begins tonight and ends Saturday evening. Also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year in Judaism. More at Wikipedia. 10:00am-7:00pm Marquis Health Career Fair at 70 Fulton St. Marquis Health Services is sponsoring a series of Career Fairs for openings Read More…
Monday’s Briefing: Paving This Week, Keith Foulke, Galleria Umberto Budget, and More!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BZcJYKrAx-5/?taken-at=254372545 Article of Interest: Galleria Umberto – Soul food on a budget Hidden among the North End streets and dozens of restaurants on Hanover Street is Galleria Umberto, the cash only cafe that’s open only during lunch hours. Serving pizza for less than $2, along with classics like arancini, panzarotti, pizzette, and calzones for great prices, read Read More…
Friday’s Briefing: $170M Faneuil Garage, Vinegar Peppers, Sox Playoffs Tickets
Things to know for Friday & the Weekend! Events for Friday, September 22nd: Paving of Commercial Street. There will be paving of the cycle track from Union Wharf (328 Commercial Street) to Commercial Wharf. No parking on water side of the street from 6am – 5pm. See full construction notice. 11:00am: Boston Harbor Islands Regatta at Spectacle Island. The Boston Harbor Read More…
Thursday’s Brief: New Citizens, NEMPAC Jazz Soirèe, Storm Patrol, Campaign Cash, City Hall Plaza Innovation
Things to know for Thursday Events for Thursday, September 21st 2:00pm: New Citizens Welcome Reception at Armenian Heritage Park. After the Naturalization Ceremony concludes, the Riverboat Stompers Dixieland Band will lead a parade through Quincy Market to the Heritage Park, with greeters lining the route with balloons. Once at the Park, the celebration continues! See the full agenda. 5:30pm: Boston Workplace Read More…
Weekend Brief: Family Day, Local Food Festival, Coffee Shop Model, Paul Revere House Award
Things to know for Friday! Events for Friday, September 15th: 1:00pm Film “Mystery Street” at North End Library, 25 Parmenter St. Join us for old-school films set in Boston, and stay for discussion and treats! …Mystery Street (1950, 1 hour, 33 min) ~ A small town policeman is assisted by a Harvard professor when the skeletal remains of a pregnant prostitute Read More…
Thursday’s Brief: NEWRA, Charlestown Bridge Construction, Cooking Classes
Things to know for Thursday! Events for Thursday, September 14th: Author Talk: Richard Mancuso, The Good Don. Located at I AM Books, 189 North St, Boston, view the post. 3:45pm Tryouts for Children’s Choir at St. Stephen’s Church. Is your child a student in grades 3, 4 or 5 in any North End School? We are entering our third year with Read More…