Join your friends and neighbors on the lawn at Christopher Columbus Park on Sunday evenings for the summer movie series. Movie is hosted by the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park and Joe’s American Bar & Grill is treating the audience to popcorn, while supplies last. Movies will be shown every Sunday through August 26. All begin at Read More…
Artists for Humanity invite residents to participate in a large collaborative painting at Christopher Columbus Park on Thursday, July 26 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This interactive art series is designed to build community and generate conversation around issues effecting the waterfront all while learning about access to Boston Harbor in various neighborhood sites. Community Read More…
Things to know for Friday Today is Friday, July 20 and be sure to check out NBC Boston’s list of 25+ events happening this weekend. Here’s what else you need to know for the weekend… 1:00PM Friday Films of Robert Mitchum: River of No Return. Join the North End Library at 25 Parmenter Street for Read More…
Things to know for Thursday Today is Thursday, July 19 and although National Ice Cream day may have passed… Friendly’s and Ben & Jerry’s is still dishing out free ice cream around the city, read more on the Boston Business Journal. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Gentle Yoga at Christopher Read More…
The Mayor’s coffee hour is back this summer on Tuesday, July 17th, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at Christopher Columbus Park (110 Atlantic Avenue). Come speak directly to Mayor Walsh and staff from City departments about open space and other neighborhood needs. There will be free coffee and treats from Dunkin’ Donuts, fresh fruit from Whole Read More…
Things to know for Thursday Today is Thursday, July 12 and here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM Gentle Yoga at Christopher Columbus Park. Stop by Christopher Columbus Park for some physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. 12:00PM Community BBQ at Polcari Park. The Boston Harborside Home of Joseph Read More…
The always popular Chowderfest brought out the crowds to taste clam chowder samples from some of the best local restaurants at Christopher Columbus Park. Live music and arts booths were also on hand as part of Boston Harborfest. Gerri Palladino was on hand with her trusty camera to capture the delicious fun. Chowderfest featured the following Read More…
The 37th annual Boston Harborfest will kick off on Thursday, June 28 with an opening ceremony at 11 a.m. at Faneuil Hall Marketplace! Harborfest is a multi-day, family-friendly festival with activities celebrating American Independence, honoring the city’s colonial roots and showcasing Boston’s harbor. It is the largest Fourth of July festival in the country. The festivities begin at Read More…
The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will host a variety of free family-friendly events all summer! Join the FOCCP at 110 Atlantic Avenue for weekly lawn games, movies and exercise classes. Mark your calendar for ParkArts events and special Independence Day celebrations. See the full schedule below. Special Events to Celebrate Independence Day Saturday, Read More…
The promenade in Columbus Park was the scene of a festive Baraat, which is a groom’s wedding procession that is traditional in North India, West India and Pakistan. The bridegroom, Michael O’Donnell, traveled to the wedding venue on a mare, accompanied by his family members. The baraat procession was accompanied by the rhythm of the dho (Indian drum). The wedding guests stopped along 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. Christopher Columbus Statue Vandalized “Graffiti on the Christopher Columbus statue” The original 311 post can be found here. This case was submitted and opened on May Read More…
Neighbors, families and community members came together to celebrate the new sand and toys at the annual Playground / Tot-Lot Celebration at Christopher Columbus Park on Saturday, May 5th. Boston Fire Department brought Engine 8 for the kids to enjoy. It was a great event with many friends and local residents coming together to lend a Read More…