Arts & Culture Photos & Videos

Jigsaw Picture Puzzle – North End Nativity Scene

Play the jigsaw picture puzzle by dragging the pieces around just like a regular jigsaw puzzle. Beginners can use the guides found in the lower left icons. This puzzle picture features the nativity scene at St. Stephen’s Church on Hanover Street in Boston’s North End. It’s a very quick, 35-piece puzzle, easy to do in a minute. Read More…

Event Notices

Merry Christmas! [No Trash Pickup]

“Although it’s been said many times, many ways, Merry Christmas to you.” On behalf of NorthEndWaterfront.com, have a Merry Christmas and a safe Holiday season! Posts will be slim this week but New Years is right around the corner, packed with fun events! Friday, December 25th – Merry Christmas! REMINDER: No Trash or Recycling Pickup on December 25th Read More…

Health & Environment

Holiday Season Tips from NEW Health

With the holiday season upon us, it’s important to practice good health and wellness for a more enjoyable experience. Mary Wright has provided a list of tips to keep you safe and happy in the coming days: ·         Never leave candles unattended. ·         Keep burning candles, matches and lighters out of reach of children. ·         Read More…

Community

Friends of the North End Diners Club Celebrate With Feast of the Seven Fishes

The Friends Of The North End Diners Club annual Christmas Feast of the Seven Fishes (Festa dei sette pesci), was held at the Sons Of Italy Hall in Winchester on Thursday, December 16, 2015. Among the guests were Santa Claus (Author Eric Marsh) and Father Christmas (Nino DiIanni).   Dinner was prepared by member Chefs, Read More…

Community Photos & Videos

North End Christmas Fund Luncheon Supports Local Residents in Need

The 2015 North End Christmas Fund Luncheon was a packed affair on December 17th when hundreds assembled at Filippo’s Ristorante for the annual charity event. The tradition raises thousands of dollars enabling the group to send out hundreds of checks to North End seniors, low-income residents and families in need during this Christmas season. City Councilor Sal LaMattina Read More…

Arts & Culture Community Photos & Videos

Santa Arrives by Helicopter for 45th North End Christmas Parade [Photos]

Only in Boston’s North End does Santa Claus arrive by helicopter at the ball fields on Sunday afternoon to kick off the annual North End Christmas Parade, now in its 45th year. The warm weather brought out thousands to Puopolo Park for Santa’s arrival, followed by the Christmas Parade through the neighborhood streets. Four marching Read More…

Community

Santa Gathers Gifts at Annual Skate & Toy Drive

The 7th annual Santa Skate & Toy Drive took place at Steriti Rink in the North End on Saturday, December 12th.  As holiday classics played during the free skating event, Santa and several volunteer helpers gathered an enormous pile of toys. Hot chocolate and cookies were enjoyed as people bought raffle tickets. The event was organized by Louis Strazzullo and Read More…

Event Notices

Christmas Concert at Old North on Sunday, December 13th

Old North Chamber Choir & Orchestra present Four Celtic Christmas Carols, Three Austrian Carols, Three Spanish Christmas Carols and GLORIA, by Luigi Boccherini. The Old North Chamber Choir is led  Libor Dudas, Director. Suggested donation $10, all welcome, 193 Salem Street, Sunday December 13th at 5:00 p.m.

Community Event Notices

Saturday! Santa Skate & Toy Drive

Santa Skate & Toy Drive Sponsored by the North End Columbus Day Celebration Committee Saturday, December 12, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Steriti Rink, Commercial St., North End Bring an unwrapped toy for kids ages 1-13 and enjoy complimentary skating while enjoying the sounds of the season. Enjoy some holiday treats and we also Read More…