In Brief

North End Cares, Inc. Board

North End Cares, Inc., formerly North End Against Drugs (NEAD) Board of Directors consist of: President John Pregmon, Vice-President Karen D’Amico, Treasurer Olivia Scimeca, Clerk Maria Lanza. Members: Kathy Carangelo, Frank Ciampa, Mikey “Fudd” Giannasoli, David Perry, Ann Fitzgerald and sponsors members Maria Michlewitz and Steven Passacantilli.

NEAA Baseball Registration Starts

It’s still February and not exactly the time to think Baseball but for the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) which has already started registration for the many baseball programs.

The 2024 season will include: Majors ages 9-12, Minors ages 7-9, T-ball ages 5-7 and a Clinic ages 4-5. There will be two traveling teams as well.

This year, the NEAA has added a girls softball traveling team.

Registration fee is $55 visit www.neaasportsbostonsporting.com/neaabaseball.

Tunnel of Love

Presented by the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP), The Tunnel of Love features festive lights, romantic music and a new amazing conversation heart.

The romantic Tunnel of Love is located on The Greenway at the trellis and it’s a great place to visit and take that special photo.

Tree and Bench Message Plaques Available at Columbus Park

There is a great way to remember or honor someone and at the same time help with the care and maintenance of Christopher Columbus Park in the North End.

The Friends of the Park have established a plaque program to be placed on the benches and trees along The Greenway.

The program offers a joyful message of your choice and a pleasant and beautiful atmosphere in a very popular park.

In June 2019, FOCCP rolled out the sponsorship memorial program at the park. There are only two parks in Boston with this kind of opportunity.

To learn more about this program email: info@foccp.org.

Family Overdose Support Fund Created

A Family Overdose Support Fund has been created by the City of Boston geared to supporting families who have lost loved ones to opioid overdose.

The funding ($250,000) will be implemented later this year as part of the City’s payment from multistate settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors that Boston will incrementally receive, reportedly, at least $22 million through 2038.

Recipients can use the money to cover the cost of funeral services, therapy, legal services, childcare and other financial needs.

How this money should be used was apparently suggested by residents who were invited to participate in a community engagement process held by the city.

Free Tax Assistance at NSC

Anyone who made under $64,000 in 2023 can have ABCD prepare your tax forms for free, locally at the North End/West End Neighborhood Service Center (NSC), 1 Michelangelo Street, by appointment only.

The assistance is for those that meet eligibility requirements and there is no walk-in service available.

Free service includes: Federal and State preparation, Electric Filing, and Direct Deposit.

IRS certified tax preparers are also available.

Services in multiple languages are available.

Many things need to be taken to the Center for tax assistance including a valid Government issue Photo ID and more.

Call the center at 617-523-8125 for further information.

NEMPAC Presents Amore Valentine’s Day Concert

The annual North and Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) Amore Valentine’s Day Concert is returning to City’s Winery Haymarket Lounge.

The concert kicks off NEMPAC’s (Love is Love) Opera Project season with songs inspired by Orpheus and Eurydice, a timeless love story of passion, courage and bittersweet endings from Montever di and Gluck, to Donizetti Puccini, Bizet and NEMPAC’s favorite tunes from Showboat, West Side Story and more.

The musical evening will showcase something for everyone. The night will close with some audience participation and a jazz sing-along.

The Concert date is February 14. For tickets visit www. Nempacboston.org/event/amorevalentinedayconcert.