NEAD Family Fun Festival August 6-12

A week-long series of events and activities has been scheduled throughout the North End as part of the North End Against Drugs (NEAD) Family Fun Festival, throughout the community from August 6 to August 12.

“NEAD has put together many events and activities throughout the neighborhood for an entire week at various locations,” President John Romano said. “The activities are designed for all ages to attend and enjoy themselves.”

Monday, August 6 – Emilie Pugliano/Robert Decristoforo Neighborhood Boat Cruise – 7 p.m. loading at Long Wharf. Cruise time 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Call (617) 750-9749 to reserve a spot, space is limited

Tuesday, August 7 – National Night Out – DeFilippo Park – “The Gassy,” Prince Street 6 to 8:30 p.m.  Free Pizza, DJ, Balloon Guy, Face Painting, Reptile Petting Zoo, Slush Cart, Instrument Petting Zoo, RUFF DOG Park activities and much, much more. Mayor’s NNO Cavakcade and Public Safety Award Presentation at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 8 – Movie Night at Gassy Park – Prince Street. 7 p.m.

Free Pizza, Movie The Boss Baby at Dark

Thursday, August 9 – 6 to 8 p.m.: Family Game Night on the Rose Kennedy Greenway – North End Park Parcel #10 – Hanover St./Cross St.   Lawn Games for the whole family

Friday, August 10 – Puppet Show at Boston Worship Center 11a.m. – Salutation Street

Saturday, August 11 – 28, Annual LaFesta Baseball Exchange – Puopolo Park 5pm Game #1

Sunday, August 12 – 28, Annual LaFesta Baseball Exchange – Puopolo Park 10am – Game #2