St. John School in the North End celebrated this Christmas with mass in Italian at Sacred Heart Church in North Square, followed by a party based on panettone and other typical Italian foods. Aired on Italia Chiama Italia on Dec. 26, 2011 From Boston Stefano Salimbeni Filmed by Gianni Gallo Edited by Luis Goncalves Via Read More…
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Holiday Happenings at North End Waterfront Health
The health center celebrated the holiday season with many fun activities this year. Villa Michelangelo Adult Day Center members had a blast making gingerbread houses. And the kids at the Children’s Center had a surprise visit from Santa. After singing a few songs to the Jolly Old Elf, the children shared their holiday wishes. Everyone Read More…
North End Holiday Lights & Decorations
Walking through the North End one night this week, it had just stopped raining and all the holiday lights had that magical glow. I took out my camera and made this quick, but by no means complete, gallery of Christmas trees, decorated storefronts and holiday lights. (Photo by Matt Conti)
Photos: Santa Arrives by Helicopter in the North End
Santa Claus, always one for an entrance, arrived by special North Pole helicopter to Puopolo Park in the North End / Waterfront. This holiday tradition brought out Mayor Thomas M. Menino, State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, Councilor Sal LaMattina along with hundreds of residents and visitors. Hosted by the Nazzaro Community Center, North End Against Drugs Read More…
Photos: Christmas Concert with Boston’s Children’s Choir at North End’s Sacred Heart Church
The Boston Children’s Choir entertained a large audience at its annual North End Christmas Concert, held on December 4, 2011 at Sacred Heart Church. The tradition is in its 7th year with the choir under the direction of Anthony Tracek King. Richard Molinari introduced the performance, sponsored by Gerald and Linda Riccio, featuring Christmas songs Read More…
Photos: North End Stop for Christmas Trolley Tour & Tree Lighting on Paul Revere Mall
Mayor Tom Menino introduced Santa and the lighting of the tree to a crowd of kids who had gathered for the appearance. The trolley tour featured a host of singers, costumed characters and treats with guns of confetti. St. John School’s children’s choir also entertained the crowd while attendees munched on food courtesy of Mike’s Read More…
2011 Christmas Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting Celebration at the North End’s Prado
A large group of kids and neighbors came out today on the Prado – Paul Revere Mall for the North End stop of the Macy’s Enchanted Christmas Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting presented by the City of Boston. Mayor Tom Menino introduced Santa and the lighting of the tree to a crowd of kids who Read More…
North End Beautification Committee Lights Up Cross Street Plaza With Christmas Tree
The newly formed North End Beautification Committee has lit up the Cross Street Plaza on the corner of Hanover Street with a large Christmas tree. This is the first time a tree has been placed at this location and comes after traffic and parking was banned from the area last year making it a pedestrian Read More…
Typical North End Summer Night with Jewish & Chinese Music (and a Visit from Santa)
As the photos show, it was a typical summer night on Wednesday, July 27th in the North End … Jewish music, Chinese folk dancing and a visit from Santa Claus! Well, let’s explain. The Saint Joseph Society hosted a Historic Unity Celebration on the Prado with an evening of performances by Jewish and Chinese groups. Read More…