Sometimes special places don’t seem entirely unique when they’re in one’s backyard. That just might be the case for The Anchor venue in the Navy Yard, which this summer is gaining accolades from near and far – even as far…
Month: August 2021
2021 Open Newbury Street Dates
Acting Mayor Kim Janey announced Open Newbury Street will turn Newbury Street into a pedestrian-only walkway for three Sundays in August: August 15, 22 and 29 from 10am to 8pm. As Boston emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, Open Newbury Street provides exciting…
Fenway Studios Unveils Fence Mesh Mural Beautification
Special to the Sun A stunning 500-foot mural showcasing work from Fenway Studios artists, as well as featuring a variety of Fenway community attractions, has been installed on Ipswich Street. More than a year in the making, the mesh mural…
Not All Parents Know What’s Best for Their Kids
The executive order signed last week by Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida banning local school boards from requiring students to wear masks in schools in that state rates as one of the most reprehensible actions of any public official since the pandemic…
Enjoy the Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival
This weekend marks the return of the 16th annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival, featuring master sand sculptors who have come from all over the globe to compete in one of the largest sand sculpting festivals in the world. The festival…
Guest Op-Ed: Have You Heard?
By Alison Barnet When President Joe Biden’s infrastructure bill finally gets passed, do you know the first thing on his agenda? He’ll be flying to the South End where he’ll proceed at once to rip up our brick sidewalks and…
Letter to the Editor
Takes Issue With BPL Staff Decisions Dear Editor, By what measures (consumer satisfaction, program development, community involvement) did the BPL decide to terminate Librarian Anne Smart and (another South End branch librarian)? Because by the measures noted above, they get…