A line of swans in the Storrow Lagoon with the homes of Back Bay and the John Hancock tower rising in the background. In sharing this photo, Dr. Joseph Mendola said, “As an antidote to the stress of the pandemic, I frequently walk along the Charles River Esplanade. It was such an uplifting experience to Read More…
Things to know for Monday Today is Monday, July 2 and if you’re looking for a new restaurant to try out, Anthony Contarino, a restauranteur and amazing chef, has brought his restaurant Tre Monte to the North End on Salem Street. Here’s what else you need to know for the week ahead… 11:00AM 215th Army Read More…
The Board of Directors for the non-profit Esplanade Association today announced the unanimous selection of Michael J. Nichols, of Boston, as the organization’s Executive Director. Nichols, an experienced public servant, attorney, and non-profit professional will begin at the Esplanade Association on November 29. Nichols joins the Esplanade Association after three years at the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, Read More…
Happy Third of July! Well, at least that’s what it will feel like as Boston’s 4th of July fireworks show from the Esplanade will instead be held on Thursday, July 3rd this year. City officials announced the change due to Tropical Storm Arthur which is expected to bring heavy rain to the Boston area on Read More…
If you had a good vantage point or on a high enough rooftop, you could enjoy the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular over the Esplanade from the North End. There were also some sporadic fireworks in and around the neighborhood. Some photos of the scene below. Photos by Matt Conti.