In Briefs

Mayor announces new funding for affordable housing

Mayor Martin Walsh, the Department of Neighborhood Development, the Neighborhood Trust Fund and the Community Preservation Committee, at a press conference held at the Knights of Columbus, 41 North Margin Street announced new funding to preserve and create hundreds of affordable housing units across the City.

The Mayor was joined by Albert F. Caldarelli, President of the East Boston Community Development Corporation, the developer for the Knights of Columbus thirty-two units of affordable housing in the North End.

This project was overwhelmingly supported by local elected officials, community organizations, and residents.

Library responses two NEHS events

North End Historical Society President, Alex Goldfeld on Thursday, Jan. 8, gave a talk on Black Bostonians during Black History Month at the Central Library in Copley Square.

On Monday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m., NEHS member and UMass Boston Professor Vincent Cannato will speak about Ellis Island and Italian immigration at the North End Library, 25 Parmenter Street.

Friends of the North End Library and the library’s Never too Late Program sponsored these events.

Health Commission host two programs at NSC

Two health presentations will be held at the North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NSC), 1 Michelangelo Street in conjunction with the Office of Oral Health and the Mayor’s Health Line.

An Oral Health Workshop in conjunction with the Boston Public Health Commission will be held on Friday, Feb. 22, from 1-2 p.m. at the Center.

First in a series of workshops presented by the Office of Oral Health at the Boston Health Commission.

Free dental and denture supplies will be given out. In addition, a Shine and MassHealth presentation will be held on Friday, March 22 from 12-1 p.m. at the Center.

Topic: “How you can get the most out of your Medicare and MassHealth benefits.”

Tunnel of Love featured at Columbus Park

The recent spring like weather opened the door, setting the stage for Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) volunteers, electricians, and sound system installers to transform the Trellis in the park into the Tunnel of Love.

Visitors were welcomed by illuminated Cupids hanging over the large illuminated red hearts at each entrance.

Reportedly, within hours of installation, visitors had already taken hundreds of photos of the large color hearts, reminiscent of the old fashion candy hearts, a unique expression of love in a perfect backdrop for photos, according to FOCCP.

The center trellis was filled with romantic love songs that little ones danced their way through the walkway and more than one couple couldn’t resist the music to dance the night away, at least several minutes anyway.

“In the next few weeks we’ll be rolling out a few surprises to enhance the beauty and fun,” FOCCP President Joanne Hayes-Rines said.

“Creating the magic of the Tunnel of Love took creativity, teamwork and fun” she added.

Upcoming FOCCP meetings will take place on Tuesday, March 12, Tuesday, April 9, and Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mariners House, 11 North Square.

Sports Rumble at Nazzaro Center

Boys and girls (12-16) had a terrific time at the recent, “A Sports Rumble” held at the Nazzaro Community Center on North Bennet Street.

The fun filled event was free of charge and sponsored by North End Against Drugs, A Taste all of the North End and the BCYF Nazzaro Center.

It was a fun night of activities filled with different types of games that allowed all skilled game level participants to have fun, regardless of sporting skills.

The sports event was topped off with Chinese food.

Old North open during School Vacation

The Old North Church will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during school vacation.

Purchase a combo ticket and you can explore the Church, taste Captain Jackson’s Historic Chocolate and take a behind the scenes tour and climbed the steps into the bell-ringing chamber to learn about the 18th-century bells and descend down into the historic crypt where over 1,100 bodies are interred.

Visitors can play Prince Prowl, a digital game that takes you into the nooks and crannies of Old North.

North End Library Programs

Events for Adults

Friday Films: Films by Blacklisted Hollywood Directors and Writers

Friday Feb 22, 1 p.m. Director Joseph Losey: The Servant

One-on-One Computer Assistance for Adults by Appointment–Wednesdays 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Call 617.227.8135 to reserve a 30-minute spot for personalized assistance with PC computing, laptops, iPads, tablets, the BPL catalog, and online resources. Laptops are available to use or you can bring your own.

MahJongg Club – Thursdays @ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Come and play the American-style variant of this tile-based game that originated in China and requires skill, strategy, and calculation. Beginners are welcome. No sign up is required.

Seniors Connect – Thursday, Feb. 21, @ 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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 served.

Children’s Events

EchoKids Concert & Music Workshop – Friday, Feb. 22, @ 9:30 a.m.

Children will learn music fundamentals such as rhythmic counting and melodies through participation in the performance of their favorite songs! The event is hosted by Berklee College of Music students that teach for EchoKids.

Kids Guide to Paul Revere Visit – Friday, Feb. 22 @ 11:00 a.m.

The Paul Revere House is redesigning its Kids Guide to the Paul Revere House, and we want your help! Please join us for a free visit to the museum for the whole family and travel through time with the help of Copper the cat. After your visit, give your feedback on what you liked and didn’t like about the Kids Guide by talking with a museum educator. Space is limited.  Please call the Library to register (617) 227-8135.  We will meet at the Library and walk over together.

Boston Ballet Storytime – Monday, Feb. 25, @ 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.

Listen to stories about a famous ballet or dancer. The story time is also supplemented with a movement experience that highlights major themes of the story. All story times are led by Boston Ballet faculty dance educators. This program is for children ages 2 and up. Younger children will need parental supervision

Homework Help – Wednesdays at 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

A Boston Public School teacher assists children in kindergarten through grade 6 with homework. This is a free, drop-in program.

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