Event Notices

Columbus Park Trellis Lighting Monday, November 19

The annual Christopher Columbus Park trellis lighting is on Monday, November 19 beginning at 5 p.m. The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park, Mayor Walsh, and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will come together for this 16th annual celebration. The park’s 260 feet of trellis will be illuminated by 50,000 blue lights along with fourteen decorated Read More…

Community Featured

What’s The 311? Possible Attempted Break-in, Garbage Piled in Alley, Branch Down in Christopher Columbus Park

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. Possible Attempted Break-In on Corner of Morton and Endicott Street “Attempted break in in North End …ground level apartment had screens ripped off and clear hand Read More…

Community Featured

What’s The 311? Commercial Truck Parked on Sidewalk, Light Out at Christopher Columbus Park, and A Broken Sidewalk on Prince Street

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. Commercial Vehicle Blocks Sidewalk “Why is it okay for a commercial contractor truck to completely block a sidewalk? I nearly got hit trying to see if Read More…

Community Featured

What’s The 311? Abandoned Bicycle, WiFi Down at Christopher Columbus Park, and Non-Resident Mopeds

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. Abandoned Bicycle on Richmond Street The original 311 post can be found here. The case was submitted and opened on September 6th, 2018. The case is still Read More…

Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: First Day of School, Public Safety Meeting, Gentle Yoga, NEMPAC Open House, Swing Dancing

A couple of chuckles to start the day from our resident comedy writer, Ben Alper: “Ayanna Pressley, the first African-American woman elected to the Boston City Council, defeated Michael Capuano, a 10-term incumbent in the state’s primary. It’s the biggest upset since Paul Revere and his wife won the 1773 Inter-Colony Contract Bridge Tournament” “North End/Waterfront Read More…

Daily Briefs

Tuesday’s Brief: Primary Election Day, Ultimate Guide to Beantown, Peek Before you Leap

Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, September 4th – Primary Election Day in Massachusetts! Don’t forget to cast your vote in the state primaries for who you want to see on the November ballot for the positions of Massachusetts governor, state legislature and U.S. congress. Polls will be open from 7AM to 8PM, Read More…

Announcements Event Notices

Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night Movies Continue into September

The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park have added two movie showings to their Sunday evening summer movie series, extending the fun into September! Sunday, September 2: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Sunday, September 9: Mary Poppins Movies will begin at 7:45 p.m. and are hosted by the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. Joe’s American Bar Read More…

Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: Fisherman’s Feast, 5 Things for This Weekend, Fruit Fest, ParkArts, Gentle Yoga

Things to know for Thursday’s Brief: Today is Thursday, August 16 and if you’re looking for something to freshen up your weekend, stop by Fruit Fest at the Boston Public Market this Sunday from 10 a.m. -6 p.m., see additional details here.  Here’s what else you need to know for today… Fisherman’s Feast at North, Read More…

Daily Briefs

Tuesday’s Brief: Short-Term Rental Taxes Could Hit 17.5%, Harry Potter Store Launch, Book Bike, Public Hearing, Jazz in Park

Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, July 31 and Here’s what else you need to know for today… 8:00AM Harry Potter Store Launch. Primark at Downtown Crossing is launching an in-store Harry Potter store complete with clothing, accessories, backpacks, home goods and more, see additional details here. 11:15AM ReadBoston Book Bike. An extension of ReadBoston’s Storymobile Read More…

Daily Briefs

Weekend Brief: Boston Harbor Sailing, Friday Films, Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Things to know for Friday Today is Friday, July 27 and if you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this weekend, check out award-winning pastry chef Brain Mercury’s favorite spots around the city for the best meal of the day. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 1:00PM Friday Films of Robert Mitchum: Read More…

Daily Briefs

Thursday’s Brief: Beach Picnic Inspiration, Gentle Yoga, Fan Expo Parade, Interactive Art Series, Moulin Rouge

Things to know for Thursday Today is Thursday, July 26 and if you’re looking for a delicious idea for picnicking on the beach, local Boston Chefs are serving up some inspiration, read more on Boston Herald.  Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Gentle Yoga at Christopher Columbus Park. Stop by Christopher Read More…