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National Braille Press to Host Children’s Story Time at North Library

The National Braille Press (NBP) will host a children’s braille book reading at the North End Library featuring North End resident and Boston Marathon runner Erin Connors on Tuesday, April 2 from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Connors ran the Boston Marathon for NBP in 2013, but was unable to finish due to the bombings. She is Read More…

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West End Museum Revs Up Irish Heritage Celebration

Patricia Trainor O’Malley of Haverhill to be Honored; Event to Feature Dramatic Reading, Exhibit, Music & More Of the 23 ethnic groups that lived harmoniously in the old West End of Boston, Irish immigrants and their descendants represented one of the three largest (the others being Jewish and Italian). As it has since 2016, The Read More…

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BCYF Nazzaro Center / NEAA & Boston Catholic Athletics (CYO) Banquet – March 31st

We are excited to announce that the BCYF Nazzaro Community Center, North End Athletic Association (NEAA) and the Boston Catholic Athletics, (previously known as CYO) director John Pregmon will be collaborating this year to bring you our annual banquet. WHO:   BCYF Nazzaro Center & NEAA Small Fry/Instructional League & BCA/CYO Basketball ParticipantsWHAT:  Banquet – medals will be given Read More…

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A Weekend In Boston: Events Throughout the City March 15 – 17

Welcome to A Weekend in Boston, a weekly post about events occurring over the upcoming weekend throughout all of Boston. For events coming up in the North End, see the event calendar. For more information on each event, click on the event title. It’s Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend! This weekend brings the Dropkick Murphys to Read More…

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Family Design Day: Design for All

March 16, 2019 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Price: $10, $8 for Friends of BSA Space and BSA members, $2 MA EBT Card holders Where: BSA Space, 290 Congress Street, Boston Great design is not only beautiful but also a powerful force that can improve people’s lives! From playgrounds to community centers to homeless shelters, explore tour the new Read More…

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Residents’ Association March 14 Agenda: Climate Resiliency Study, Old North Garden Renovation Grant, Nazzaro Building Study, 2 Snelling Place Addition

The March North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) meeting will be on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. This month’s agenda can be found below.

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West End Museum Exhibit Traces Political Moves that Led to Neighborhood’s Destruction

The West End Museum is hosting The Housing Act of 1949, a re-configured and updated exhibit that examines the path to the destruction of the Boston’s West End. It explores Democrat Harry S. Truman’s re-election in the face of a mounting housing demand, which prompted him to put urban renewal on the national agenda and set in Read More…

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BSA Foundation Architecture Auction

March 14, 2019 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Price: Early bird $100 Where: BSA Space, 290 Congress Street, Boston The BSA Foundation is delighted to announce its first inaugural Architecture Auction and Cocktail Party! This unique auction features drawings, renderings, and other architecturally relevant art and ephemera by established and emerging artists and architects. Live and Silent auction items Read More…

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Seniors Connect: What Can Boston Do for You?

The City of Boston has done a survey of its senior residents to get a better understanding of what we need. The survey results has led the City to establish various helpful programs and initiatives for the elderly. Learn about what services are available and how to access them from an age-friendly representative. This program Read More…

Event Notices Health & Environment

Open House for Climate Resiliency Plans in North End & Downtown March 12

The City of Boston will host an open house to discuss the Climate Ready Downtown and North End projects on Tuesday, March 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Pilot House, 2 Atlantic Avenue. District-level planning for Climate Ready Boston, an initiative to prepare Boston for the long-term impacts of climate change and Read More…

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Neighborhood Council March 11 Agenda: 2 Snelling Place, Old North Application for Grant to Build Fountain, Introduction to Study of Nazzaro Center Building

The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 11, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Center, 30 N. Bennet Street. At this month’s meeting, the Council will hear a petition for a one-story addition and roof deck at 2 Snelling Place. Additionally, Rev. Ayres will present Read More…