This program has been postponed due to COVID-19. There will be a free kidney health screening at the Nazzaro Center on March 28 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. The deadline to sign up is March 18, 2020. Email Laurie D’Elia with any questions.
Announcements
Postponed: “Voyage of Mercy” Book Launch at USS Constitution Museum
Join the National Parks of Boston, the USS Constitution Museum, the USS Constitution, and Boston Harbor Now at the USS Constitution Museum on March 16, 2020, from 6 – 8 pm, to celebrate the official launch of author Stephen Puleo’s new book Voyage of Mercy: The USS Jamestown, the Irish Famine, and the Remarkable Story Read More…
Instagram Contest: #Friends50th Banner Campaign
The Friends of the Public Garden today launched an Instagram photo contest, to celebrate 50 years of caring for Boston’s historic three parks – the Public Garden, Boston Common, and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Nine (9) photos will be selected for use on flagpole banners surrounding the parks, beginning in August (visual guideline here). The Friends want Read More…
National Nutrition Month “Eat Right, Bite by Bite”
March is National Nutrition Month, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates this annually. As part of their campaign, they invite the public to focus on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. National Nutrition Month 2020 is themed “Eat Right, Bite by Bite” and the overall message is that Read More…
Op-Ed: The Nazzaro Center Should Become a Senior Wellness Center
Students from the Boston Architectural College (BAC) recently presented some possible options for Nazzaro Center use once a new community center is built. They met with many different organizations and stakeholders to develop possibilities based on recommendations they received. They reiterated that the plans they presented were meant to be used as a starting point Read More…
Job Opening: ABCD Senior Center Cook/Case Manager
ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center has an immediate opening for a senior center cook/case manager. Duties: responsible for assisting with food preparation for the senior program, service, and storageof nutritious meals and snacks as well as providing case management to clients check all incoming food orders against invoices for quantity and quality at Read More…
CANCELLED: ABCD Service Center St. Patrick’s Day Party Mar. 13
This event has been cancelled as a precautionary measure due to COVID-19. The ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center will hold its annual St. Patrick’s Day party on Friday, March 13, at 12:30pm at their 1 Michelangelo Street location. Eagle Bank is sponsoring the Irish feast, which will consist of corned beef and cabbage, Read More…
Save the Date: Tea & Tranquility at the Armenian Heritage Park June 17
Tea & Tranquility returns to the Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway on Wednesday, June 17, from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Visitors can enjoy a late afternoon to meet & greet, walk the labyrinth, and refreshing ice teas and desserts, hosted by MEM Tea Imports. RSVP is appreciated to hello@armenianHeritagePark.org.
Op-Ed: Oppose the St. Leonard’s Church Rectory Conversion
We are hoping for a big North End community turnout at City Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 10:30 a.m. at room 801 to oppose the current plans for the condo development in the former St. Leonard’s Church Rectory, at 14 N Bennet St. The Zoning Appeals Board has scheduled a vote then on whether Read More…
National Kids Dental Health Month
February is “National Kids Dental Health Month”. Here are some guidelines for good dental health for your child: Children should brush their teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and clean between their teeth daily. Children should eat a healthy diet that limits sugary beverages and snacks. Children should see a dentist regularly for Read More…
Healthy Eating Plate —A General Approach to Good Nutrition
Harvard’s Healthy Eating Plate is an easy guide to good nutrition and health. Foods to Increase: Fill at least half your plate with non-starchy vegetables; Include healthy fats like olive oil, avocado, nuts, and fatty fish; Drink water. Balance Your Calories: Enjoy food, but eat less; Reduce portion sizes, put less on your plate; Be Read More…
Explore Peddocks Island at Winter Wander on Saturday, Feb. 22
On Saturday, February 22, Boston area residents and visitors will have the rare opportunity to explore Peddocks Island during the winter season. Boston Harbor Now, in conjunction with the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park and Boston Harbor Cruises, will host the Winter Wander, an unforgettable winter day of exploring, fun, and discovery. Bring Read More…