Environmental Project Raises Awareness of Ocean Pollution; Turns Trash into Art Christopher Columbus Park’s “Changing Course” art installation has been selected to be part the 10th Annual Boston Greenfest, to be held August 11-13, 2018. The installation was designed and created by Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) Board member and Art Curator Robyn Reed. “Changing Read More…
Quite the storm on Sunday night into early Monday morning. This tree was uprooted at Columbus Park on Atlantic Avenue. Submitted by David Goggins. More storm scenes at Universal Hub. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Submit your interesting photos using our Submit a Post form or tag @northend.waterfront on Instagram. Please include Read More…
DUE TO THE RAIN FORECAST FOR MONDAY AFTERNOON, THE FALL FESTIVAL HAS BEEN CANCELED. Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Fall Festival and Pine Street Inn Food Drive WHEN: Monday, October 9, 2017 — 12-4 p.m. WHERE: Christopher Columbus Park Friends of Christopher Columbus Park will once again host their annual Fall Festival on Columbus Day. This Read More…
Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Homeless Camp Behind the North End Skating Rink “There is a homeless camp with trash overflowing attached TO the skating rink. There is a number Read More…
Much like the outcome of the game itself (Chiefs 42, Patriots 27), expectations exceeded reality Thursday for the NFL season kickoff celebration on Boston’s North End waterfront at Christopher Columbus Park. When a “surprise musical guest” was teased as part of a large NFL Kickoff in Boston, rumors quickly spread that Bon Jovi would be performing. A Read More…
Update: The NFL announced late Wednesday night that the Boston rock band Guster will perform at the NFL Kickoff concert, taking the place of Miguel, who the NFL said was unable to perform due to an illness. The NFL also announced that former Patriots stars Rodney Harrison and Willie McGinest will be part of the celebration that Read More…
Things to know for Thursday! Events for Thursday, August 31st 5:30pm Boston Workplace Fitness. Cresa Boston would like to bring together employees in nearby offices to The Greenway to participate in a fitness program promoting wellness in the workplace. Located at Milk Street & Atlantic Avenue, more information. 8:15pm Fireworks over Boston Harbor with Dueling Barges. End of Summer Fireworks with Read More…
Things to know for Wednesday! Whats happening on Wednesday, August 16th: 3:00pm Coloring in the Courtyard at North End Library – North End Branch of the Boston Public Library, 25 Parmenter St. Discover the therapeutic benefits of coloring! Relax, reduce stress, and leave feeling restored. Coloring books and supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own Read More…
Summer in the North End / Waterfront always requires more police presence due to an abundance of warm weather events including feasts, concerts, park activities, and the many visitors to the neighborhood. North End Public Safety Committee Chair, David Marx, invited Captain Kenneth Fong and Office Teddy Boyle to this month’s North End Waterfront Residents’ Read More…
The crescent garden is gorgeous, as is the rose garden. Your work and what you organize in the park is such a blessing to so many. Very inspirational. Kerry Ann Mendez Kerry Ann Mendez, a nationally known, award winning garden educator, book author, and design consultant recently visited Christopher Columbus Park and gave a presentation at Read More…
Last Friday night at 11 PM, Councilwoman Ashley McCarthy, sent me photos of teenagers openly drinking in Christopher Columbus Park. They also left their crushed cans of beer on the ground just feet from trash and recycling containers, adding insult to injury. When Ashley started snapping photos of the teenagers, they scowered away. There’s no way Read More…
Your guide to the weekend! Events for Friday, July 14th: 1:00pm Singin’ in the Rain Movie at North End Library, 25 Parmenter Street. Enjoy musicals old and new followed by discussion (and coffee and cookies!). Feel free to bring your lunch. Singin’ in the Rain (1952/103 mins), more information. 1:00pm Book Signing with Rico Petrocelli at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Faneuil Hall Read More…