In the US, some ticks carry disease; in Massachusetts, Lyme’s disease is the most common disease transmitted by ticks. Ticks are generally found in grassy, brush, or wooded areas. They are really tiny – about the size of a poppy seed or a sesame seed – and they are difficult to see. They do not Read More…
The sun is out and the weather is hot! When going out in the sun, many people apply sunscreen to protect their skin, but don’t forget about your eyes. It’s important to wear sunglasses that can shield your eyes from harmful rays. Read our poster for more information:
Coincident with the start of Summer was the low-hanging Strawberry Moon on Monday night, shown here over Boston Harbor. It is a very rare astrological event and the first time since 1967 when the Summer Solstice occurs at the same time of a Full Moon. Because the days are so long in June, the event happens in decent light just Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) hosted its annual Summer Party on August 19th at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf. NEWRA members (and prospective members) enjoyed the scenic North End waterfront while socializing with fellow residents and local officials at the event. A special highlight of the summer party was Victor Brogna’s 80th birthday Read More…
Every year the North End Athletic Association takes kids from the Nazzaro Recreation Center’s Summer Camp Program to a fun day of baseball at McCoy Stadium in Rhode Island to see the Pawtucket Red Sox. This year, they went on July 30th. Several Members of the NEAA also attend with the kids along with Nazzaro Read More…
The sand sculpturing is happening this week on Revere Beach and the crunch is on to finish by Saturday afternoon. Gerri Paladino shares this photograph of the in-progress “Spirit of Massachusetts” with odes to many North End and Boston landmarks.
It is the perfect place to be on a hot summer day to get some relief from the heat and humidity. The North End’s Mirabella pool is one of two public outdoor pools in the city (and definitely has the best view!). Photos by Phil Orlandella.
Please join NEMPAC for our Summer Fun Music Workshops on the Prado this Summer! Please see the attached flyer for details & schedule for the Thursday Afternoon, free workshops on the Prado, funded by Mayor Martin J Walsh and the BCYF Summer Fun Grant Program. Contact program administrator with any questions: Rebecca Rapoport-Cole, rrc@nempacboston.org
NEMPAC is partnering once again with the Mayor’s Office of Special Events this summer season to bring this exciting music program to Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park and it is FREE to the community. The series is being generously supported by many exceptional sponsors. Audiences can look forward to an appealing array of music genres and Read More…
MAYOR WALSH ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO HAVE AN ENJOYABLE AND SAFE SUMMER Mayor Martin J. Walsh joined City officials to highlight the cross-departmental measures the City of Boston is taking to keep residents and visitors safe this summer. “Summer should be a time of joy and fun, and the City of Boston has wonderful programming Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) hosted its annual Summer Party on August 20, 2014 at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf. NEWRA members (and prospective members) enjoyed the scenic North End waterfront while socializing with fellow residents and local officials at the event. Many thanks to Michele Morgan for sharing these photos. (Click Read More…
Dozens of neighborhood residents enjoyed the annual summer social gathering organized by the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). With the high profile mayoral and city council elections coming up, many candidates and elected officials were also in attendance. The event was held at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf on Wednesday, August 20, 2013. Read More…