Lawn Games at Columbus Park
From July 20 to September 14, Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will conduct lawn games on the West lawn. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.
Sunday Night Movies at Columbus Park
Sunday night movies will be presented on the East lawn of Columbus Park from July 21 to August 25. Everyone is welcome to participate in the outdoor film program.
FOCCP Sunset Harbor Cruise
Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) will hold its annual Sunset Cruise on board the Rendezvous on Tuesday, August 20 from 7 to 10 p.m.. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m.
Public Safety Meeting
The next North End Public Safety meeting will be held on Thursday, August 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center.
FOCCP Monthly Meeting
The next Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mariners House, 11 North Square, second Floor.
Greenway Ring Fountain Turned On
The signature Rings Fountain on The Greenway has been repaired and upgraded and has been turned on with a new and continuous evening light show.
FOCCP Monthly Meeting
The next Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mariners House, 11 North Square.
NEWRA Monthly Meeting on JULY 11
The next North End/Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) monthly meeting will be held on Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m. at the Nazzaro Community Center.
No August NEWNC Meeting
The North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) will not meet during the month of August.
Play Croquet at Columbus Park
Play Croquet in Christopher Columbus Park, funding provided by Jack McCarthy and Edward Jones, every Wednesday through August 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Bring the family, ask friends to participate in this summer event and play in this fun lawn game.
FOCCP Schedules Many Events
Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) volunteers have been very busy this year providing many fun-filled events and projects in and for the park and have put together a wide range of activities for the rest of the year. For a full schedule call 617-635-5116.
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.
Multi—Sports Thursdays at Nazzaro Center
BCYF Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street has formed a free multi-sports program for teams taking place each Thursday from July 8 to August 30 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Times may vary or change. For details call 617-635-5166.
Report Problems in the Park
Responsible Urbanites for Fido (RUFF) advises that the city has a great app to report incidents in the dog park, like overflow waste bins, the gate is broken and other problems. Download the Boston 311 app and report any problems.
Water Is In In The Dog Park
Water should return to the park shortly RUFF notes. They are working to replace the hydrant and the dog park with a new spray feature.
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.
Gardening on The Greenway
Gardening on The Greenway’s Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy and Crescent Gardens takes place each Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Volunteers are welcome.
Nazzaro Center New Hours
The BCYF Nazzaro Center will be changing its hours of operation during the summer months due to staffing issues as well as the operational needs of the Mirabella Pool.
The schedule is as follows: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays closed. The schedule will remain in effect from June 15 to September 2, 2019.
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.
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.
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.
BCYF Seeks Lifeguards
The City of Boston’s Boston Center for Youth and Families (BCYF) is seeking permanent full-time lifeguards at sixteen indoor pools. For details call Wascar Castillo at 617-635-4920, ext. 2103 or [email protected].
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.