In Brief

Library Used Book Sale

Friends of the North End Library used book sale is underway. There are an abundance of young children’s picture books and early readers.

Books are available on the shelves at the front desk for purchase and they make good gifts.

Many Sponsors Support NEAA Soccer Program

This year North End Athletic Association (NEAA) three division soccer program has sponsors for all the teams, led by the Black Dog Realty Group covering expenses for the 9-12-year-old program, according to Commissioner John Romano.

Sponsors for the 4-5-year-old team are: McGovern Auto Group, Rodman Ford, Everyone Fights Gym, Richards Motor Group, Seven Hills Pastor Company, DePasquale Ventures, Espresso Love and The I Club.

Sponsors for the 6-8-year-old team are: Nazzaro Center, The B’s Club, Tomasone Club, North End Food Tour, Cassa Amici, Orzo Trattoria, Cassa Dell’ Agnello and The North End Seniors.

“The NEAA is extremely thankful to all these businesses and individuals for their generosity,” Romano said. “We are also grateful to Wes Construction Company for their donation toward the purchase of new goals for the 9-12-year-old program.”

All games are played at Puopolo Park.

NEMPAC Hold Open House

North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) has held several open house opportunities for the general public to view its brand-new state-of-the-art Music Center at 50 Tileston Street and their Prado Studios, just 200 feet away.

Those that attended had the chance to explore the new community music center and participate in special scheduled events that included free classes dance for adults and teens, an art gallery featuring works by Sharin Schober, a meet and greet with NEMPAC’s band of volunteers and refreshments.

FOCCP Seeks New Members

During this special month of celebrating its 20th anniversary Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) are looking to increase the number of new members by 15%.

For every person referred that joined by September 30, you will have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to a local restaurant.

This month, Teresa O’Connell received a certificate to Nico Ristorante. Two more prizes as still available.

Forward the name of a referral to [email protected].

Love Your Block North End History

Arrow Street’s not for profit group is a recipient of City of Boston “Love Your Block” grand and has been working with North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) for ways to celebrate the stories and history of the North End.

They are looking for a photo, memory loss story about what the North End means.

By the end of September 2021, they plan to expand storytelling to Cross Street Plaza on “Story Benches” and “Pin-Ups” within the Plaza.

The North End Beautification Committee also works with the Love Your Block initiative.

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