News, Notes and Whatever

By Phil Orlandella

NEWNC opposes Charter Street roof top proposal

A request by the property owner of 93 Charter Street for a zoning variance for a project that would add a decorative roof railing with stairs to the top of the head house on existing roof deck for increased safety was opposed by the North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) at the July monthly meeting, according to President Kevin Fleming.

Local feast societies presented an update on upcoming feasts. Opening and closing hours, safety and cleanup were the main points of interest.

There will be no NEWNC meeting in August.

Arts and Crafts workshops at Langone Park

Arts and Crafts workshops are scheduled to take place at Langone Park in the North End on Tuesday, July 29, August 5 and August 12.

Sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department the workshops are free and run from 10am to 12 noon.

The workshops are for children ages three to ten that can enjoy a wide variety of arts and crafts activities led by local artists.

All materials are provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Groups of eight or more must preregister by emailing parks@boston.gov or by calling 617-961-3082.

NEMPAC Jazz Concerts on Greenway N.E. Parks

Each Thursday the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) will bring soulful, global jazz concerts to the Rose Kennedy Greenway at North End Parks, free and open to the public from 6:30-8pm.

Led by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese, the series is more than music, it’s a celebration of culture, connection and community,

The three remaining concerts:

• Nicoh-July 26.

• Albino MBIE July 31.

• Mercepes-Escobare August 7.

FOCCP horticultural group up and running

The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park’s (FOCCP) horticultural group is gearing-up to take care of the rose gardeners, perennials and clean-up through the park.

The group, all volunteers, meets in the park on Sundays 9:30-11am and Wednesdays 8-9am with park cleaning on Mondays 10-11am. Meet at the shed.

No experience necessary, training provided as well as tools and equipment.

Participants need to bring gardening gloves and wear appropriate gardening clothing, closed-toe shoes for safety.

For Monday cleanups, pick up sticks, tongs and trash bags provided.

Questions: info @foccp.org.

FOCCP Sunset Cruise sets sail from Rowes Wharf

Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) annual sunset cruise on board the gorgeous Odyssey will set sail from Rowes Wharf Boston Harbor on Tuesday, August 5.

The harbor cruise is a fundraiser for FOCCP to support the work to keep the Park beautiful and help with the annual Fall Festival scheduled for October 18.

The event promises to have a scrumptious dinner, a DJ to keep the party going on the outdoor deck with great harbor views, a full cash bar all night and sunset magic to enjoy.

Boarding is at 5pm, departure 6pm and returning at 8:30pm. Tickets are $100. For information email info@foccp.org.

Boston Harbor Cruises has generously donated the use of the Odyssey.

Friends of             Armenian Heritage Park hosts Under the August Moon

Friends of Armenian Heritage Park encourages everyone to join in on the festivities “Under the August Moon” being held at the park on Sunday, August 3 at 7:30pm.

Meet and greet old and new friends while being entertained by the Dan Teager and the Black Sea Sa Saisa Combo.

Grilled Chicken Satay drizzed with Chef/Owner Joe Johnson’s award winning The Bone Sauce and refreshing Citrus Spritzers will be served.

RSVP appreciated: hello@armenianheritagepark.org.