Have the Best Day Ever Blood Drive

Have the Best Day Ever (and save 3 lives) by donating blood at the MGH Mobile Blood Drive hosted by our good neighbor, Morrison Mahoney LLC on:

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

 8:30am to 2:00pm (last appointment)

directly in front of 268 Summer Street
Sign-Up

The blood supply is always depleted during the summer due to vacations, but the need remains high.  Traumas, surgeries and cancer treatments requiring safe blood don’t take vacations.  

All donors will receive a tie die t-shirt from MGH just in time for short-sleeve weather!

First time donors and repeat donors are welcome!

About The Neighborhood This Week

6/24: Fort Point Channel Landmark District applications under review at Boston Landmarks Commission Public Meeting at 4pm. More details. 

6/24: FPNA Neighborhood Gathering rescheduled to July 15th. Please save the date for a community conversation about the 31 acre P&G Gillette redevelopment project.

6/25: Boston Conservation Commission Public Hearing at 6pm

The Commission reviews projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose in order to protect the interests of the public and private water supply, groundwater, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat. 

Members of the public may share public comments during the hearing. The Conservation Commission will also accept written testimony for agenda items via email at cc@boston.gov prior to the hearing. Written testimony should be submitted by Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 3:30 p.m.

Neighborhood Agenda Item

Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2046 and BOS File No. 2025-018 from Epsilon Associates, Inc. on behalf of Channelside Acquisitions, LLC for a proposed redevelopment project, including the construction of three (3) mixed-use buildings, a subsurface garage, and public open-space and harborwalk improvements along the Fort Point Channel at 244-284 A Street, South Boston Waterfront, MA (25 ft Waterfront Area, Coastal Bank, 100 ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, LSCSF).

6/27: KinoRaw Film Screenings, a series of six short films from Ukrainian filmmakers, at 6pm at the FPAC Art Space, 70 Sleeper St. Free & open to the public. 

6/27: Massport Free Outdoor Movie Night at the Plaza featuring Black Panther: Wakanda Forever at the World Trade Center Plaza (9 World Trade Ave). Raffle and games start at 6:30pm and the movie starts at 8pm. 

Fort Point Channel Landmark District Items at Boston Landmarks Commission

The Boston Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on

June 24, 2025
4 p.m.
via Zoom

The following Fort Point Channel Historic District applications will be reviewed:

DESIGN REVIEW HEARING

25.0856 FPC - 268 SUMMER STREET
Applicant: Dennis Greenwood
Install new black metal panel signage “portal” at existing facade entry with new coverlighting, exterior sconces and recessed lighting. Presentation Link

25.0935 FPC - 15 CHANNEL CENTER STREET
Applicant: Andrew Motta
Removal of existing granite curb to allow entrance to be flush with street level to allow for accessible entrance; installation of new entry doors and widen opening. Presentation Link

ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW (recommendations by Staff will be presented for approval)

25.0854 FPC - 308 CONGRESS STREET
Installation of new signage, outdoor cafe furniture, lighting, planters and awning. 

25.0863 FPC - 330 CONGRESS STREET
Remove existing wall sign and install (1) new wall sign consisting of face-lit channel letters mounted to aluminum backer (Dunkin letters are 15"h x 80-3/4"w, 8.41 SF; backer is 3'h x 99-1/2"w); Install (2) replacement faces for existing double sided blade sign (non-illuminated), faces are 2' diameter, no change in size or location.

25.0862 FPC - 63 MELCHER STREET
Washing of the masonry facades of 63 Melcher St. Replace damaged bricks as needed in several areas particularly along bottom courses. Rebuild (6) fire door arch lintels on Necco St elevation fire escape. Repoint mortar joints as needed on rear alleyway elevation. Repoint 100% of elevation to the right of the firescape on Necco St elevation. Remove downspout on alleyway elevation and repoint behind. Repair masonry around steel embedments. Re-paint downspouts the same green color and put them back.

Mayor Wu Declares Heat Emergency June 22 -June 24

Mayor Michelle Wu today issued a heat emergency for the City of Boston beginning tomorrow, Sunday, June 22 through Tuesday, June 24 due to the upcoming weather forecasts. 

Temperatures are forecasted to be in the mid 90’s with ‘feels like’ temperatures of up to 100 degrees. The City of Boston heat emergency threshold is 2 days or more of 95 degrees heat index, sustained for 2 or more hours per day. 

Splash pads are open at various parks and playgrounds throughout the city. The closest Fort Point splash pad is at Martin’s Park. Several city pools are also available for swimming. Find splash pad locations, and pool locations and operating hours at Boston.gov/splash.

Select Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) community centers are open as Cooling Centers. On Sunday, Curley Community will be open. A full list of available centers can be found at  Boston.gov/Heat. All centers will be available Monday and Tuesday during their normal operating hours.

Boston Public Library locations are also available for residents to seek relief from the heat.

Information on heat safety tips can be found online at boston.gov/heatand by following @CityofBoston on X. Residents can sign up for AlertBoston, the City's emergency notification system, to receive emergency alerts by phone, email, or text. Sign up online here.

Emergency Facts & Tips

This Week: Coffee With The Mayor, Transportation Impacts (Gillette) & Harbor Harmonies

updated 06/18/25 with June 19th Midway Gallery opening.

Join in this week's activities and developments about the neighborhood.

6/16: Boston City Councilors-At-Large Candidates Virtual Forum at 6:15pm, hosted by local Democratic Ward Committees. Primary election is September 9th.

6/17: South Boston Coffee Hour with Mayor Wu from 10am to 11am at BCYF Curley Center (1663 Columbia Rd at East Broadway and North Street). (Location change)

• It's an unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about City services and resident concerns. 
• Dunkin’ is back to fuel the conversation with iced coffee and donuts. Dunkin’ will also provide lawn game activities for attendees, gift card giveaways, and the opportunity for residents to win a raffle prize. 
• Free flowering plants will be provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. 

6/17: Gillette Redevelopment IAG Public Meeting #4 at 6pm focusing on the transportation network and impacts at the 31 acre Fort Point Channel site.

6/18: Gillette Redevelopment Public Meeting #4 at 6pm: The meeting will include a topic-specific presentation focused on the transportation network and potential impacts at the 31 acre Fort Point Channel site.

6/19: The Midway Gallery invites you to the opening reception of Illustrated Words, a selection of handmade books and calligraphy by Nikolay Cherny, from 7pm to 9pm in the Art Tunnel at Midway Artist Studios, 15 Channel Center Street.

6/20-6/22: Moakley Bridge Traffic Advisory.

6/21:  Fort Point Arts Community (FPAC) presents 2025 Harbor Harmonies, a chamber music series, kicking off with "The Storms Within" at 7:30PM at Midway Artist Studios, 15 Channel Center, Studio 101.  Reserve your free ticket today. 

Happenings About The Neighborhood This Week: Gillette, Article 80, Fish & Farm & Family Fun Day

updated 6/17/25 with 15 Necco's June 4th Floating Wetland presentation. 

6/3: Boston Civic Design Commission Monthly Meeting at 5pm. Agenda includes the Gillette Redevelopment Master Plan PDA, referred for initial review and recommendation by the Planning Department Review Committee.

6/4: 15 Necco's Floating Wetland and Watersheet Activation Community Gathering from 6pm to 8pm at the Community Work Lounge. The wetland is part of 15 Necco’s commitment to provide meaningful public benefits to the Fort Point neighborhood and watersheet.  Come give your feedback around the types of events and programs that could center around this newly proposed attraction to the Fort Point Channel. View Presentation.

6/4: Conservation Commission Public Hearing at 6pm. Agenda includes Request for Determination of Applicability to conduct two (2) soil test borings to support geotechnical analysis informing the Fort Point Channel Infrastructure Project at 20 Gillette Park, South Boston Waterfront, MA.

6/5: Article 80 Modernization: Improving Development Review | Public Meeting at 6pm Learn the latest on the Article 80 Modernization project, early actions to improve the Article 80 process and draft zoning amendments to correct outdated language & introduce changes to the Boston Civic Design Commission procedures. Comment deadline June 15th. 

6/6: Improving Development Review | Office Hour at 12pm.  Staff will be available to answer questions, go through project material, or discuss future engagement opportunities. There will also be an Office Hour on June 10 at 5pm. 

6/7: Fish and Farm Market Opening Day from 9:30 am to 1:30pm at Boston's Fish Pier (Seaport Blvd & D St.) featuring fresh food and specialty items from local farms and local fisherman. Free 30 minute parking for market customers. The seasonal market will run every Saturday. 

6/7: 14th Annual Southie Family Fun Day returns courtesy of the MOMS Club of South Boston from 12pm to 5pm at DCR Marine Park (corner of E Broadway & Farragut). Free activities, performances, snacks and surprises. The Southie Family Fun Day will be held rain or shine.

originally published 06.03.25

Traffic Advisory: Moakley Bridge To Be Closed Weekend of June 21st

updated 06/16/25 with more details on timing and detour courtesy of the Seaport TMA.

The City of Boston will be making repairs to the Moakley Bridge over the weekend of 6/21/2025. Working hours for the project are around the clock, with several periods of the bridge being closed to traffic the weekend of June 21. The bridge will be intermittently closed so the contractor can raise the structure with jacks to replace older bearings.   

Timing: The first closure is scheduled to occur at 11:00pm on Friday night, June 20. The second closure is scheduled to begin mid/late morning Saturday, and the third closure will be beginning late Saturday night. All closures are anticipated to be around 4-5 hours in length. These timings and durations are subject to change based upon how the work proceeds.

Detours: During the bridge closures, the following detours will be in place on the Moakley Bridge - 

• Westbound: Seaport Blvd to Sleeper St to Congress St to Atlantic Ave
• Eastbound: Purchase St to Congress St to Sleeper St to Seaport Blvd 
• Police details will be in place during construction directing traffic at the intersections of Seaport & Sleeper, Seaport & Atlantic, and Congress & Sleeper. 

Residents can also call 311 or email publicworks@boston.gov  with any questions or concerns. 

FAQs from the City’s Traffic Advisory

Q: What is the nature of the work on the Moakley Bridge? 

A: The bridge is being raised to replace deteriorated bearings on the structure. Once replaced, jacks will then lower the beams back onto the new bearings. 

Q: What are the working hours for the project?

A: Working hours for the project are around the clock, with several periods of the bridge being closed to traffic the weekend of June 21. There will be preparatory work performed in the two weeks prior to the weekend of June 21 from under the bridge.  

Q: Why is this work being done now?

A: Our goal in the City of Boston is to always keep our bridges and other infrastructure in a good state of repair. This project requires coordination to ensure the work being performed is done so in a safe and effective manner. The upcoming work window was identified as the best available time to complete the necessary repairs

Q: How long will the repairs take? 

A:  The intent to complete the tasks requiring closing the bridge to the weekend of June 21.

Q: Will local abutters be affected by any noise from the construction repairs?

A: Yes, at times residents could be affected by loud noise from contractor equipment, though we do not expect this work to be particularly noisy 

Q: Will the bridge remain open during construction?

A: No. The bridge will be intermittently closed the weekend of 6/21/2025 so our contractors can safely jack the bridge and replace deteriorated bearings.

originally published 06.11.25

Boston City Councilors-At-Large Candidates Forum Tonight!

Boston Ward Democrats are hosting an At-Large Boston City Council Candidate Forum, where voters will hear directly from the candidates seeking to represent all of Boston on:

Monday, June 16, 2025

6:15pm

Sign up for this virtual event

Moderator: Travis Johnston, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UMass Boston 

Confirmed Candidates: Ruthzee Louijeune, Julia Mejia, Henry Santana, Erin Murphy, Will Onuoha, Marvin Mathelier, Alexandra Valdez, Yves Mary Jean, Frank Baker 

Hosted by local Democratic Ward Committees, this forum is a chance to learn where candidates stand on the most pressing issu es facing our city—including housing affordability, local development, taxes and revenue, climate resiliency, transportation, and civil liberties. With citywide challenges demanding bold, inclusive leadership, the At-Large City Council race plays a critical role in shaping Boston’s future.

Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions, be informed, and make your voice heard.

Primary election is September 9, 2025.

Roundhead Brewing Returns To A Street Park This Week

Roundhead Brewing Company is excited to kick off their second annual beer garden series in collaboration with Boston’s Parks and Recreation Department! Expect Latino-inspired locally crafted beer, delicious food, and community spirit to create a relaxed, outdoor, and family-friendly experience.

Come and hang with neighbors and coworkers at A-Street Park. Enjoy the freshest brews in Boston and food from Northeast of the Border and Arepa La Mazorca! 

Roundhead Brewing

A Street Park 

Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
3pm to 8pm
📅  June 9th – June 20th

Interested in reserving space for your group? Email externalevents@roundheadbrewing.com.

May Neighborhood Happenings: New Events Added

May Neighborhood Happenings
scroll down for newly added events

5/6: 346 D St & 218 W 1st St Public Improvement Plan Meeting, a draft plan presentation, at 6:30pm. The draft Public Improvement Plan addresses remediation of the existing ground pollution of this Brownfield site. Verizon and the property owner of 346 D Street, Oliver Street Capital, are proposing relocating the existing South Boston Verizon facility from 649 Summer Street to 346 D Street. The project entails configuration changes to the site, demolition of four buildings. Comment deadline 5/27. 

5/7: Mother's Day Market from 4:30pm to 7pm at Atlantic Wharf's Waterfront Square. Just in time for Mother's Day on May 11th, shop an array of handmade jewelry, candles, self-care treats and unique gifts sold by local women-owned businesses. 

5/8: South Boston Spring Stroll from 4pm to 8pm on West and East Broadway. Enjoy  special promotions, live entertainment, and free Pedicab rides. Don't forget Mother's Day is May 11th.

5/8: Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission at 6pm: 311 Summer Street, Five Iron Golf's patio at A St elevation.

5/9: City Council Committee On Environmental Justice, Resiliency, And Parks Hearing On Docket #0252, a hearing sponsored by Councilor Ed Flynn to discuss expanding the urban tree canopy in District 2, at 10am. Interested neighbors who would like to attend the hearing in-person, or to testify virtually via zoom, are invited to please email City Council Central Staff at Shane.Pac@Boston.gov. If you would like to also provide written testimony, you can email the committee at ccc.ep@Boston.gov.

5/10: Office Hour with South Boston Liaison Lydia Polaski from 10:30am to 11:30am at 15 Necco with Revival Cafe + Kitchen, who kindly provided coffee and pastries for last Saturday's Neighborhood Volunteer Love Your Block beautification event. 

5/12: City Council Committee on Ways and Means Hearing on Dockets #0822-0830, FY26 Budget: Planning Dept at 10am.The focus of this hearing is the FY26 budget for the Planning Department. On a related note, Budget related requests may be sent to Ed.Flynn@Boston.gov.

5/12: Gillette Redevelopment IAG Public Meeting #1 - In Person from 6pm to 8pm at One Gillette Park

5/14: Gillette Redevelopment Public Meeting #1 - In Person from 6pm to 8pm at One Gillette Park. View Meeting Recording. View Presentation.

5/17: Zero Waste Day Drop-Off from 8:30am to 12pm at 400 Frontage Rd. Bring your household hazardous waste and certain waste ban items to a Zero Waste Day for safe disposal. View the full list of accepted items including paper shredding and textiles. 

5/17 & 5/18: Free Ferry Weekend to Spectacle Island. Tickets are first come, first serve, and can be picked up at the Boston Harbor City Cruises Ferry Center at Long Wharf North beginning at 8:00am. No advance reservations. Arrive early, as this event will sell out fast!

5/17: Councilor- At- Large Henry Santana's South Boston Waterfront Office Hours at 11am at Martin's Park. Rain date May 27th. Residents and families are invited to meet the Councilor and enjoy pastries and coffee. R.S.V.P. 

5/17: “THAW: We Are in Peril" Opening Reception from 5pm to 7pm at Midway Artist Studios, 15 Channel Center St.  Antarctic Expedition of Science Journalist & Writer Angela Posada-Swafford: “Tales From an Ice Argonaut” lecture is at 7:30pm. R.S.V.P. for the free lecture. Exhibition runs through June 10th. 

5/20: FPNA Summer Kickoff Neighborhood Gathering at 6pm in person at 15 Necco and online. 

5/21: Gracie's Ride of Silence is in honor of Gracie Gonchar and in support of gracie's giving project. The ride is sponsored by Walk Boston and the Boston Cyclist Union and will memorialize the 13 victims of traffic violence in 2024. Gracie's mother Gina will be flying into Boston to speak. Meet on the Harborwalk side of Martin's Park for a Memorial at 6pm followed by the ride. This ride is a part of Ride of Silence, a movement of silent group bike rides happening worldwide each year on May 21st honoring victims of traffic violence and advocating for safer streets. (new event)

5/21: "Useless Beauty", sculpture by Joan Mullen, Opening Reception at 5:30pm at the FP3 Gallery, 346 Congress Street. Show runs thought July 15, 2025.(new event)

5/22: Contemporary Narratives, the work of five cartoonists within an autobiographical genre, Opening Reception is from 5pm to 7pm at the FPAC Art Space at the Envoy Hotel, 70 Sleeper Street.  (rescheduled to 5/29)

5/23: EMS Seaport Station Groundbreaking at 10am at 37 Drydock Ave. Come celebrate the kickoff of a new chapter of safety on the South Boston Waterfront. (new event)

5/24: Patriot Week continues with the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Rededication Ceremony from 10am to 12pm at Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave. (new event)

5/24-5/26: Live music, open lawn and games through Memorial Day at Lawn on D, 420 D Street. (new event)

5/25: Boston's Run to Remember starts at 7am at the World Trade Center for both the 5 miler and half marathon. The race will runs through the historic streets of Boston, over the Longfellow Bridge to Cambridge on Memorial Drive, back into Boston, around the Boston Common, through the Theatre District and Post Office Square to finish back at the starting location in the Seaport. The event will conclude no later than 10:30 AM. (new event)

5/27: Gillette Redevelopment IAG Public Meeting #2 - Virtual from 6pm to 8pm

5/29: Gillette Redevelopment Public Meeting #2 - Virtual from 6pm to 8pm

*(new events in rouge)

originally published 05.06.25

Advisory: Boston Wharf Road Roadway Improvement Project May 27 - July 11

The Boston Wharf Road Improvement Project will commence on May 27 with an anticipated completion date of July 11. The project will include excavating, milling, paving, and striping Boston Wharf Road from Autumn Lane to Congress Street, and part of West Service Road. As part of the project, Boston Wharf Road will be a one-way, South-bound road from Autumn Lane to Congress Street for the duration of the excavation scopes of work.

The project schedule is subject to change based on weather and permitting. 

Please view the project schedule and phasing maps for more information. 

Typical Project Work Hours:

• During Excavation Scopes of Work: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• During Milling and Paving Scopes of Work: 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM

Noise Levels: Construction will involve the use of heavy machinery and is expected to have the following potential impacts during the project work hours:

• Engine and equipment operation
• Back-up alarms (safety requirement)
• Material loading/unloading
• Intermittent vibrations from excavation equipment

Traffic Impacts: Boston Wharf Road will be a one-way, South-bound road from Autumn Lane to Congress Street for the duration of the excavation scopes of work. 

Questions? Contact the Seaport TMA, serving the South Boston Waterfront (Seaport & Fort Point),

Gather With Neighbors May 20th & Get Ready For Summer

updated 5/21/25 with guest speakers' Summer Activities & Programming  presentations.

A Neighborhood Gathering

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
6 pm to 8 pm
Community Work Lounge 
15 Necco Street or via zoom
 
Let's Get Ready For The Summer
with
Boston Seaport Events
by WS Development
Emily Soukas

ICA Summer Programs 
Kelly Gifford

FPAC Summer Exhibits & Programs
Christine Vaillancourt

&

Boston Children's Museum Summer Activities
Jo-Anne Baxter

Is There A Floating Wetland Coming To The Fort Point Channel?
Chris Mancini, Save The Harbor

plus
Neighborhood Updates
Gillette Redevelopment,  Cypher Street Beautification & More! 

Special Thanks to our neighborhood businesses who sponsored, provided food and beverages, and volunteered for FPNA's Love Your Block Volunteer Days. Resident neighbors joined in—planting, weeding, and sweeping our way into spring. The Friends of the Boston Harborwalk and the dragon boat teams cleaned up along the Harborwalk. Councilor Ed Flynn provided pizza to our hungry volunteers. Representative David Biele, Councilor Erin Murphy, our C-6 Community Service Officers and our South Boston ONS liaison, Lydia Polaski, pitched in to beautify Fort Point.  You all made our 20th annual Love Your Block a success!