The City of Boston has done a survey of its senior residents to get a better understanding of what we need. The survey results has led the City to establish various helpful programs and initiatives for the elderly. Learn about what services are available and how to access them from an age-friendly representative. This program Read More…
March’s book is Emma Donoghue’s 2016 novel The Wonder, in which an eleven-year-old girl is purported to have gone without eating for months in a mid-19th century Irish village. English nurse Lib Wright is sent over to see if the rumor is true and that the girl is truly subsisting on nothing. Refusing to believe, Read More…
By Mary Sanderson The Friends of the North End Library (FONEL) sponsored a fascinating talk by author and history professor, Vincent Cannato on Wednesday, March 6th at the North End branch of the Boston Public Library. The cold weather did nothing to dampen the spirits of the packed house, with over 50 people enjoying Vincent’s Read More…
Got a book to publish? Author and writing coach Kim Kerrigan will guide you through the process, including editing and proofreading, formatting, publishing options, marketing strategies, and much more. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop or tablet, or use a library laptop. Please call 617-227-8135 to reserve a space. When: Saturday March 16 at Read More…
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This is your opportunity to learn about the dramatic history of Ellis Island from many viewpoints ranging from the immigrants themselves to the officials, interpreters and social reformers of the day. Maybe your parents or grandparents passed though Ellis Island on their way to living in the North End! Vincent J. Cannato, author and Associate Read More…
This MOSAIC (Musical Opportunities Supporting Arts In Communities) Concert includes discussion of the music, opportunities to ask questions, meet the musicians, and a chance to try to play these instruments in our Instrument Petting Zoo. All ages welcome. When: Saturday March 9 at 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Where: North End Branch Library, 25 Parmenter Read More…
Relax and bring out your creative side, or come for game day! Tuesday afternoons at the North End Library. This month’s craft will be making beautiful paper flowers for spring. For grown-ups only. When: Tuesdays March 5 & 19 at 3:30 – 5 p.m. Where: North End Branch Library, 25 Parmenter Street Scrabble, Uno, Bananagrams, Read More…
Puppeteers Jonathan Keezing and Karen Schumer of Caravan Puppets entertained children at the North End Library on Tuesday afternoon with the story of The Four Season Bear. This tale of a young bear exploring each season is complete with songs, puppets, storytelling and, as you can see, audience participation! Photo submitted by Dave and Beth Read More…
Enjoy a screening of Gianni Di Gregorio’s 2008 film Mid-August Lunch (Pranzo di ferragosto), “a gem whose intelligent, gentle, deadpan humor is entirely irresistible,” and “whose older characters who are depicted with warmth and respect” (Hollywood Reporter). This program is in partnership with Boston’s Jewish cultural center, the Vilna Shul. Free, light refreshments will be Read More…
February’s book is Fredrik Backman’s 2008 novel A Man Called Ove, a tale about the unlikely friendship that develops between a solitary, curmudgeonly older man and the gregarious young family that moves in next door. Copies of the book are available to check out at the library’s front desk. Where: North End Branch Library, 25 Read More…
Join the North End branch of the Boston Public Library for a great lineup of events in February 2019. There will be events for seniors, teens and children including movies, crafts, book club and SAT Prep. See the full calendar below. Click to enlarge.
Friday, Feb 1: Director Jules Dassin: The Naked City (1948)Friday, Feb 8: Director Jules Dassin: Night and the City (1950)Friday, Feb 15: Director Joseph Losey: The Prowler (1951)Friday, Feb 22:Director Joseph Losey: The Servant (1963) Where: North End Branch Library, 25 Parmenter StreetWhen: Fridays at 1 p.m. in February