Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu and Superintendent Mary Skipper announced that Boston Public Schools’ (BPS) Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) has earned Good Food Leader: Silver status from the Center for Good Food Purchasing. This designation positions Boston…
NEMPAC Returns with a Festive, Fall Opera on the Prado
Special to the Patriot-Bridge This past weekend, the North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) proudly welcomed back Opera on the Prado, a beloved community tradition featuring two days of free, live opera performances on the historic Paul Revere…
Historic Phipps Street Burying Ground to Host Special Event on October 25
On Saturday, October 25, the Charlestown Historical Society will present a unique program at the Phipps Street Burying Ground located on Phipps Street and Rutherford Avenue, Charlestown, beginning at 1 p.m. Tickets are available on Eventbrite (search “Charlestown Historical Society…
Wu Announces Expansion of the Boston Family Days Program
By Simone Kramer Mayor Michelle Wu announced an expansion of the Boston Family Days program last month that will provide more students and families free entry to multiple cultural venues this fall. City officials say the program has grown each…
MBTA Hosts “Fall Rail Ride” on October 25
The MBTA announced its first “Fall Rail Ride” on Saturday, October 25. Departing from North Station and Porter, this scenic “leaf peeping” special train will connect riders with guided autumnal bicycle tours in West Concord on the Bruce Freeman Rail…
City of Boston Free Fall Fitness Series through November 15; Offers Classes
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) are pleased to announce the 2025 Boston Parks Fall Fitness Series, sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. The series will offer free…
Wu Announces First Ever State of the Schools Address
Special to the Patriot-Bridge Mayor Michelle Wu announced that she will host the first ever State of the Schools address. Under Superintendent Mary Skipper’s leadership, the Boston Public Schools (BPS) is setting ambitious goals, with high academic expectations and high-quality…
City of Boston Launches ‘Color Flows on Winter Street’
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The City of Boston celebrated the launch of ‘Color Flows on Winter Street,’ a multi-week program that will bring fun, interactive events to Downtown Crossing. Winter Street will be transformed by colorful art installations, food trucks, and…
Grab Some Popcorn: John Candy Documentary Delivers Big Insights
By Mia Hart “John Candy was for everybody,” says Dan Pasternack as he welcomes the audience to the Shubert Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts. It’s the final stop of the month-long national tour celebrating the life and legacy of beloved Canadian…
Big Brothers Big Sisters Raises over $110,000 for Youth Mentoring
during 23rd annual Daquan Burrell Memorial Big Golf Tournament On Thursday, Oct. 16, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM) hosted the 23rd annual Daquan Burrell Memorial Big Golf Tournament at the Juniper Hill Golf Course in Northborough. Nearly…
Musical Tribute to Paul Revere to take Place Near Beacon Hill
Special to the Patriot-Bridge A stirring new musical program celebrating the life and legacy of American patriot Paul Revere is set to premiere on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m., adjacent to Boston’s historic Beacon Hill neighborhood. Titled ‘A Revolutionary…
Women’s Lunch Place Raises Record-breaking $725,000 at Annual Spaghetti Dinner
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The ballroom of the Fairmont Copley Plaza was filled with compassion, celebration, and community spirit as Women’s Lunch Place (WLP) hosted its annual Spaghetti Dinner on Oct. 9. The sold-out event raised more than $725,000, the…