Community News

Buona Sera Fundraiser on Oct 3      

Eleven restaurants will be participating in the 2019 ABCD North End/West End NSC 9th annual Buona Sera, An Evening with Friends, scheduled for Thursday, October 3 with a wine reception from 5:30 PM to 7 PM at 60 State Street, 26th Floor, WilmerHale.

Dinner will follow with participants choosing from one of eleven restaurants… Antico Forno, Aria Trattoria, Artu, Boston Sail Loft, Il Molo, La Famiglia Giorgio’s, Prezza, Ristorante Euno, Ristorante Fiore, Ristorante Saraceno, and Table by Jen Royale Terramia.

For more information or to purchase a table contact Johanna Malone at 617-281-7975 or Maria Stella Gala at 617-366-9835.

Greenway Soliciting Ideas

The Greenway Conservancy is soliciting ideas for a creative entrepreneur, agency or company to activate one on the Greenway’s unfinished and underutilized park: Parcel 12. Submissions are due by Monday, September 16.

Public Art Tour

The Greenway offers the opportunity to explore Enwin Wurm’s UFO, part of the Conservancy’s 2019 Public Art installation, the auto show by taking one of the free public art tours.

Walking the Labyrinth

A walk of the Labyrinth at the Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway will take place on Sunday, October 8 at 5 PM.

Fall Festival Celebration

Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold a Fall Festival children’s celebration on Saturday, October 5 as part of Fun in the Park 2019.

Public Safety Meeting

District A-1 Boston Police will hold its monthly Public Safety meeting at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street at 6 PM on Thursday, October 3.

NEWRA Monthly Meeting

North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) will hold its monthly meeting at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street on Thursday, September 12 at 7 PM.

FOCCP Monthly Meeting

Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the Mariners House, 11 North Square at 6:30 PM.

NEWNC Monthly Meeting

North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, September 9 at 7 PM at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street.

Soccer Program Canceled

Due to construction at Puopolo Park, the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) soccer program has been canceled.

Country Concert on City Hall Plaza

Boston’s Office of Tourism, Sports and Entertainment, in Partnership with Country 102.5 FM radio, will host the fourth annual Country in the City Concert on Thursday, September 26 from 7-9 PM on City Hall Plaza. The concert is free and open to all.

Sellers Needed for Yard/Garage Sale

A Yard/Garage Sale will be held at Polcari Playground on Saturday, September 28 from 9 AM to 2 PM to benefit the Nazzaro Community Center. Those interested in setting up space to sell should call Patricia Romano at 617-880-9901.

NSC Labor Day Party

ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NSC), 1 Michelangelo Street will hold a Labor Date Party on Friday, September 6 at 12:30 PM.

Nazzaro Center Basketball Registration

Registration is underway at the Nazzaro Community Center for the 2019-20 basketball program. The program will start on September 14 this year. For more information call 617-635-5166.

Boston Art Festival/Sept. 7-8

Boston Arts Festival returns to Christopher Columbus Park on September 7 and 8.

The 17th annual event will feature more than fifty local artists, fourteen bands and showcasing a wide-range of art including paintings, jewelry, photography, ceramics, glass work and would working.

BWSC at Library

Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) will be in the North End Library on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Topic: “Why is it important to pick up after dogs.”

Customers can also pay water bills with a check or money order and discuss billing or services problems.

Successful NEAA Golf Tournament

Another successful North End Athletic Association (NEAA) benefit golf tournament raised funding for local sports programs run by the Association and to support other organizations with programming for youth and adults.

Columbus Day Parade

The 2019 Christopher Columbus Day Parade will be held in the North End on Sunday, October 13 starting at City Hall at 1 PM in making its way through Downtown Boston, the Waterfront, Columbus Park and finally through the streets of the North End.

MBTA Station Closures

For updated information on MBTA planned station closures connect with the T on Twitter@MBTA or visit www.mbta.com/BuildingABetterT.

Nazzaro Center New Hours

The BCYF Nazzaro Community Center, starting Monday, September 9 new hours will be: Monday through Friday 6 AM to 9 PM, Saturdays 9 AM to 8 PM and closed Sundays.

Geraldine Marshall Scholarship

Geraldine Marshall Scholarship applications are available at North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) for children or teens under the age of 18.

Scholarships are for one full year for music lessons or participation in one of NEMPAC’s artistic programs.

Friends of North End Reunion

The 47th Reunion of the Friends of the North End will be held on Saturday, September 21 at 6 PM at the Sons of Italy Hall, 117 Swanson Street, Winchester. Deadline for payment is September 14. For more details call 781-272-7674 or 781-835-8122.

NEWNC Monthly Meeting

North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) monthly meeting will be held on Monday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street. All residents are welcome to attend.

NEWRA Monthly Meeting

North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) monthly meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street. All residents are welcome to attend.

FOCCP Monthly Meeting

Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Mariners House, 11 North Square, second floor. All residents are welcome to attend.

Public Safety Meeting

District a one Boston Police will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street. All residents are welcome to attend.

Sunday Afternoon for Families and Friends

The Armenian Heritage Park on The Greenway will hold an afternoon for Families and Friends on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Live music with The Hye Guys Band.

Gardening at Columbus Park

Gardening in the Rose and Crescent Gardens on Columbus Park takes place on Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and Sundays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Residents are invited to participate.

Public Market Open

The Boston Public Market on The Greenway is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

NSC Bouna Sera

ABCD North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NSC) will hold its 9th annual Bouna Sera, an evening with friends on Thursday, October 3. For details call 617-523-8125.

City Winery on The Greenway

Boston’s first outdoor wine garden, City Winery on The Greenway will open at Dewey Square on Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:30-10 p.m., Saturdays from 1-9 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Old North Church Has New Hours

The Old North Church has expanded its hours of operation through October 31, from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. 7 days a week. The church is always open for public worship between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Sundays.

Homework Help

The North End Library, 25 Parmenter Street will provide homework help for kindergarten through grade six on Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m.

Arts and Crafts

Arts and Crafts are held every other Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Villa Michelangelo. For more information call 617-523-8125. In class, seniors use their muscles in their hands and arms and engage in planning and critical thinking, while being with the peers.

Past projects have included painting, flower design, centerpieces, collages and masks. Material for projects will be provided. For more info call 617-523-8125.

Complimentary Wine Tasting

V. Cirace and Son, Inc., 173 North Street, North End offers complimentary Wine tasting on Fridays from 5-7 p.m. All are welcome to participate by visiting the shop. For details call 617-227-3193.

NSC Free Lunch Programs

Anyone that would like to participate in the North End Neighborhood Service Center’s free lunch program should call 617-523-8125 to reserve a spot for future meals. New clients must sign up to receive membership with ABCD. All luncheons will be announced in the timely fashion.

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