The Greenway Conservancy has announced Summer on Dewey Presented by Citizens Bank, a new partnership to bring greater exposure to the season’s offerings in Dewey Square Park (across from South Station) on The Greenway. The summer events at Dewey Square kick off July 11 and run through September 30. These include: Up to 10 food Read More…
There is a new horticulture hotspot in the ‘hood! The Carolyn Lynch Garden debuted this month on the Greenway’s North End Parks showing off the completely restored public space. The garden is located on the south side of Hanover Street (also known as Parcel 10), across from the Haymarket Hotel site. This project follows 2015 improvements on Read More…
The Greenway Conservancy has announced their full lineup of free fitness classes for the summer. Mondays Zumba by the Wang YMCA, 5:30p-6:30p, July 2-August 27, Chinatown Park Tabata by Healthworks, 5:30p-6:15p, July 2-August 27, at High Street MSL Pilates Bootcamp, 6:30p-7:30p, 6/18, 7/16, 8/13, 9/10, at Hanover Street Tuesdays 90s Yoga Flow by Boston Health Read More…
Jesse Brackenbury, Executive Director of Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, provided updates on the new Business Improvement District (BID) and the Carolyn Lynch Garden at the May Residents’ Association meeting. Jesse spoke first about the Greenway BID (00:43). MassDOT has historically provided about 40% of the Greenway budget and the Conservancy handles the other 60%. That 40% Read More…
As part of a new art installation, the Greenway will exhibit eight Massachusetts neon signs used by local businesses during the mid 1900s. Many of the signs were once well-known landmarks in communities that went through big changes, leading to the abandonment of these neon icons. Now, they will make up the exhibit to be Read More…
Mayor Walsh, MassDOT, A Better City representing Greenway abutters, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced the establishment of a Greenway Business Improvement District (BID) following approval of the petition by Boston City Council today. The BID designation allows for the implementation of a sustainable, long-term foundational funding plan for the Rose Kennedy Greenway in the spirit Read More…
A Better City has filed a petition with the Boston City Council to organize the Greenway Business Improvement District (BID). The Greenway BID is designed to generate $1.5 million each year to support the maintenance, horticulture costs, and future enhancements of the Greenway. BID money will be managed by the Greenway Conservancy. Funds would be raised by Read More…
Jesse Brackenbury, Executive Director, Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy presented plans for the recently announced reconstruction of the gardens on the south side of Hanover Street (also known as Parcel 10), across from the Haymarket Hotel site. This project follows 2015 improvements on the northern side (Parcel 8). The gardens on the southern side are twice as Read More…
Things to know for Monday It’s Monday, January 29 an the olympics are officially less than two weeks away. To get you into the spirit of winter athletics, be sure to check out the upcoming “Learn to Curl” events on Sunday evenings at the Steriti Memorial Arena at 561 Commercial Street. As you may already know, Read More…
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy today announced a $1.4 million grant from The Lynch Foundation. In recognition of this support, a completely renovated garden space will honor Carolyn Lynch, an avid gardener, who passed away in 2015. The robustly planted boxwood garden, located adjacent to the North End, will offer four-season interest, and will be Read More…
News from the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy: Ride a 220’ Zipline on The Greenway This Season! This summer, North End / Waterfront families and visitors can #RideTheZ over the Greenway on a zipline at Parcel 12 (P12), the space between the Armenian Heritage Park and the North End Parks. Public art, tetherball courts, and Adirondack chairs will also be part of P12’s Read More…
News from the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy: Over 400 *FREE* Events Expected on The Greenway for 2017 In the North End / Waterfront area, look for the Greenway Open Market to return, free fitness activities, labyrinth walks at the Armenian Heritage Park, and free Friday carousel rides. In September, the Greenway will again host the Carnival of Read More…