In the New Year Become The Help Until Help Arrives - Postponed!

update 12/31/24: Due to a limited number of registrations, we will be cancelling this training and look forward to scheduling a new training later in 2025. 

FPNA is partnering up with the City’s Office of Emergency Management to provide free hybrid emergency skill-based training for neighborhood residents. 

With the fresh start of a new year, you'll learn skills that can be used to respond to life-threatening emergency situations until emergency responders arrive. The classes will teach CPR, techniques to stop serious bleeding and basic life saving procedures as well as how to administer Narcan.

There will be two training sessions: the first session is virtual on January 6, 2025 and then you can select one of the two in-person sessions offered on January 7th or January 14th held in the CRISPR lobby at 105 W First Street. All sessions run from 6pm to 8:30pm and are open to South Boston residents 18 years old or older on a first come, first serve basis.

 

originally published 12/323/24

Happenings About The Neighborhood This Week

updated 12/30/24 the Abutters meeting recording for Revival Cafe + Kitchen.

12/16: 244-284 A St at 12pm for the remaining five (5) Chapter 91 Waterways Licenses in accordance with the Consolidated Written Determination, for the construction of the Channelside West Development Area including a residential building (G4), a commercial/mixed-use building (G5), associated Fort Point Channel Park, Waterfront Open Space, and below-grade parking garage in and on Filled Commonwealth Tidelands. Enter 24-WWAR-0107-APP, 24-WWAR-0108-APP, 24-WWAR-0109APP, 24-WWAR-0111-APP, and 24-WWAR-0114-AP in the record id field of the EEA Portal. View West Development Area presentation.  Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025

12/16: 244-284 A Street Public Meeting at 6pm will cover the same information as the 12pm public meeting. View West Development Area presentation. Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025

12/17: Representative David Biele’s Toy 🧸 Drive 🚘 for Southie children, from #NeighborsToNeighbors. Please donate a toy if you can and enjoy some holiday cheer at Amhreins (40 W Broadway) from 5:30pm to 7pm

12/18: Abutters Meeting for Revival Cafe + Kitchen at 7:30pm. The applicant is requesting a Common Victualler License to operate at 15 Necco St. The cafe will be adjacent to the Community Work Lounge. All are welcome to attend. View meeting recording.

As a reminder, Wormwood Park is closed for repairs. The weather caused some delays. We are waiting a revised opening date.  View details. 

Chapter 91 & Article 80 About The Neighborhood

updated 12.26.24: with 244 - 284 A Street East Development area and West Development area presentations.

CHAPTER 91 PUBLIC MEETINGS as posted in the MEPA Monitor

• 12/5: One Harbor Shore Drive, Fan Pier Parcel H, Public Meeting at 6pm In accordance with Consolidated Written Determination (CWD) W02-0404-N issued 11/21/02 for the construction and maintenance of a 14-story mixed-use building (and a one-story mechanical penthouse) to be constructed above an existing previously authorized 3-level underground parking facility (License No. 13634). The proposed building will include residential, lobby, retail, restaurant/café, and civic/cultural space on the ground floor, dedicated civic/cultural space on the 2nd floor, and residential uses on floors 3 through 14; and completion of remaining public realm improvements within the Fan Pier Development. The project will be the final building to be licensed under the CWD.  Enter 24-WWAR-0104-APP in the record id field of the EEA Portal. Public Comment Deadline:  January 8, 2025.  

• 12/10: 244-284 A Street, Fort Point Channel, Public Meeting at 2pm for three (3) Chapter 91 Waterways Licenses in accordance with the Consolidated Written Determination (CWD) No. 23-WW16-0001-APP issued on April 25, 2024 for the construction of the Channelside East Development Area including a R&D/Lab Office building (G6), Necco Street Park, and Necco Street Extension in and on Filled Commonwealth Tidelands. Enter 24-WWAR-0110-APP, 24-WWAR-0112-APP, and 24-WWAR0113-APP in the EEA Portal. View East Development Area hearing presentation. Public Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025

• 12/10: 244-284 A Street, Fort Point Channel, Public Meeting at 6pm will cover the same information as the 2pm public meeting.  View East Development Area presentation. Public Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025

• 12/16: 244-284 A St at 12pm for the remaining five (5) Chapter 91 Waterways Licenses in accordance with the Consolidated Written Determination, for the construction of the Channelside West Development Area including a residential building (G4), a commercial/mixed-use building (G5), associated Fort Point Channel Park, Waterfront Open Space, and below-grade parking garage in and on Filled Commonwealth Tidelands. Enter 24-WWAR-0107-APP, 24-WWAR-0108-APP, 24-WWAR-0109APP, 24-WWAR-0111-APP, and 24-WWAR-0114-AP in the record id field of the EEA Portal. View West Development Area presentation.  Public Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025. 

• 12/16: 244-284 A Street Public Meeting at 6pm will cover the same information as the 12pm public meeting. View West Development Area presentation. Public Comment Deadline: January 6, 2025

ARTICLE 80
12/15: Action Plan to Improve Boston’s Development Review Process (Article 80) comments and survey deadline. Help shape the future of community engagement and development project mitigation. 

originally published 12.5.24

Wormwood Park Closure For Repairs Starting Monday

Attention Wormwood Park Visitors 

Wormwood Park (Wormwood & A Streets) will be closed starting Monday, December 16th for 7-10 days while USPS replaces pavers on the pathway. 

Please make alternative plans during the park closure. Have you visited A Street Park (between Richards & W. 1st Streets) or Binford Park (Channel end of Binford Street)?

Fort Point Landmarks December 2024 Public Meeting

updated 12/11/24 with presentations.  

THE FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION
will hold a public hearing on:

Thursday, December 12, 2024
6:00 PM

This hearing will be held virtually and NOT in person. 

You can participate in this hearing by going to the Zoom meeting link 

or by calling 929-436-2866 and entering meeting id 926 9586 2880# You can also submit written comments or questions to FortPointLDC@boston.

I.  DESIGN REVIEW HEARING

APP # 25.0377 FPC  253 SUMMER STREET 
Applicant: Elizabeth Davis
Proposed Work: Updated design for installation of scrims at windows and entry door. Continued from the 11/14/24 FPCLDC public hearing. 

APP # 25.0468 FPC 30 THOMSON PLACE
Applicant: Nate Turner
Proposed Work: Installation of exterior signage for the Sally's Apizza restaurant. Signage to include a horizontal lit element, blade sign and lit menu board

APP # 25.0466 FPC  332 CONGRESS STREET 
Applicant: Daniel Brennan
Proposed Work: Facade update including: Replace single entry door with (2) two 36” wide wood/glass doors; Replace two fixed windows with accordion style operable windows; Fabricate pilasters to match existing and install to at each end of the building on first floor; Install wood panels with interior frames under the two windows at the storefront; Paint pilasters, panels under windows, portion of cornice, and entry doors; Install (3) three sconce light fixtures, one on each pilaster; Install blade sign at far left pilaster; Install individual letter signage affixed to an LED raceway Center on two windows.

II.  ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW/APPROVAL

APP # 25.0467 FPC 320 CONGRESS STREET: Install one double faced blade sign at the exterior of the building.

III. RATIFICATION OF 10/10/24 & 11/14/24 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES

III.  STAFF UPDATES

IV. PROJECTED ADJOURNMENT: 7:15 PM

FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION

Members: David Berarducci, Susan Goganian, Vacancy, Vacancy, Vacancy
Alternates: Thomas Rodde, Raber Umphenour 

originally posted 12.03.24

Pastoral To Open The Sub Shop December 11th

A message from our Pastoral Neighbors

A fresh twist on lunchtime favorites is coming to Fort Point. The Sub Shop at Pastoral is a creative pop-up concept inside Pastoral that will officially open on Wednesday, December 11th, at 345 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02115.

Serving lunch from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Wednesday through Saturday (or until sold out), this casual counter-service experience reimagines classic submarine sandwiches with bold flavors, house-baked sub rolls, all crafted with care. Take-out and dining room options are both available.

 

Signature subs include:

• Gunpowder Steak and Cheese – A bold take on the classic steak and cheese, finished with creamy Alabama white sauce.
   
• Spicy Calabrian Chicken – Crispy, fiery chicken paired with flavors that pack a punch.
   
• Italian - prosciutto, mortadella, toscano salami, provolone, homemade hots, shredduce, tomato, sub sauce

Perfect for local residents, nearby workers, and visitors exploring Fort Point, The Sub Shop combines what everyone loves about subs (quick, easy, and delicious) with what Boston diners and foodies have come to expect from Pastoral: innovative and handcrafted excellence.

 

“Pastoral has been a go-to for my family and business for dinners and catered events for the last decade – knowing once again that there’s a high-quality go-to lunch option here is very exciting.” Ari Hauben, Creative & Founder, Button Factory & longtime resident.

 

Join us for the opening and claim your spot at Boston’s newest lunch hotspot. But act fast—these subs are available until we sell out!

 

Stay in the loop for menu sneak peeks and updates by following us on Instagram: @thesubshopatpastoral

 

For questions, contact: thesubshop@pastoralfortpoint.com

 

Looking forward to welcoming you to The Sub Shop at Pastoral!

 

Warm regards,

 

The Pastoral Team

A Ship Lighting, An Amphitheater, Paperclips, A Yeti, A Trolley & More Are Coming Your Way

updated 12/9/24 with 244-284 A Street (Channelside) Public Parks Workshop #2 recording and presentation. 

What do a ship lighting, an amphitheater, paperclips, a yeti and a trolley have in common? They are all happening in, around and about our neighborhood. 

This Saturday (11/30) is the 4th annual Lighting of the Ship at Martin’s Park from 4pm to 6pm. Don't miss Santa's arrival by boat from the Fort Point Channel with the help of the Boston  Harbor Police Unit.

  

December 2: 244-284 A Street (Channelside) Public Parks Workshop #2 at 6pm featuring the amphitheater at the waterfront Fort Point Park. Hosted by Related Beal, Boston Parks Dept., and the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture.  View presentation and meeting recording by scrolling down to the bottom of Fort Point Related Beal.

December 5: South Boston Christmas Stroll, Shop, Dine & Splurge, starting at 4pm.The Stroll will feature Santa Claus riding on an antique fire truck followed by an up-and-coming MusicBall singer. 

December 5: The 249 A Street Artists Cooperative cordially invites you to the opening of PAPERCLIPS, a Holiday Exhibit of (mostly) Works on Paper, from 6pm to 8pm at the Gallery at 249 A. Discover unique gifts of original artwork under $200 plus ornaments and stocking stuffers at $25 or less. Paperclips is open by appointment by contacting fortpointstudio@gmail.com through January 4, 2025. 

December 6: Light Up Seaport celebrates the season with holiday tunes, a celeb appearance by Betty the Yeti, and more from 6pm to 9pm at 85 Northern Ave.

December 7 & 8: 2nd Annual Christmas & Holiday Market at The LOT from 12-8pm and 12-6pm.

December 8: Mayor Wu's Enchanted Trolley Tour will be bringing holiday spirit to kids big and small at Medal of Honor Park at 2pm. Don't miss the lighting of tree, Mayor Wu, and Santa too. Starting at 1:30pm, enjoy hot chocolate, holiday crafts and music, and gingerbread decorating. 

originally published 11.26.24

It’s Time For A Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study Update

Attend a City of Boston and US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study Update Information Sessions, to discover how South Boston's Coastal Resilience (Climate Ready) priority long term coastal resilience recommendations are integrated into the study. The feasibility study is a long term, comprehensive effort and the City anticipates it will be complete in the Spring of 2028. Starting next year, the Study will begin to explore those approaches and recommended solutions for public feedback.  

In advance of those conversations, USACE and the City is hosting a set of sessions to provide context for the work ahead.  During these three sessions, USACE and the City will focus on sharing information on this Study’s goals, timeline, and deliverables, providing space for comments and questions.

Pick the session that best fits your schedule. The recording of one of the presentations will be posted on the City’s project page. If you have questions, comments or would like to learn more, please email climateready@boston.gov.

Dates and times:
Tuesday, 10 December- 6pm-7:30pm: Tuesday Zoom Link
Thursday, 12 December- 12pm-1:30pm: Thursday Zoom Link
Saturday, 14 December- 9am-10:30am: Saturday Zoom Link

Other Resources
City of Boston and USACE Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) Feasibility Study kick off in February 2023 and February 2024 status update.
Coastal Resilience Project Tracker to discover the City's current efforts to mitigate and adapt to coastal flooding in your harborside neighborhood.