The North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra (NSPO) will once again assemble around the altar at St. Anthony’s Church for the Robert A. Marra Memorial “Sounds of Christmas” Concert Sunday, December 4, continuing a tradition that began in 1976. Admission to the…
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Mass Humanities Launches End of Year Giving Appeal
Mass Humanities, the statewide council that champions opportunities for communities in Massachusetts to share their stories through grants, launched its annual End of Year Giving appeal. Since 1974, the council has believed that the humanities needs to include diverse authors,…
The Art of the Brick
Story & photos by Marianne Salza Nathan Sawaya shapes rigid, plastic LEGO blocks into intricate and dynamic figures in his exhibition, The Art of the Brick, on display in the Back Bay through Sunday, April 23. The contemporary artist is…
Mass Lottery Celebrates 50th Anniversary at State House Event
The Massachusetts State Lottery commemorated its 50th Anniversary with a celebration of its customers, retailers, employees, and the communities that the Lottery supports, all of whom have played an important role in the Lottery’s success over the past five decades.…
Cirque du Soleil Presents ’Twas the Night Before Performance
Story by Marianne Salza Cirque du Soleil is presenting “’Twas the Night Before” at the Wang Theatre through December 11. This cheerful and thrilling production is a playful twist on the iconic Christmas poem, “A Visit from Saint Nicholas,” by…
Costa Will Serve As City Council’s Liaison to the Planning Board
The City Council’s Legislative Affairs Committee appointed Ward 3 Councilor Darren Costa as the Council’s liaison to the Planning Board and the Planning and Development Department at its Nov. 14 subcommittee meeting. In his new position, Costa said he will…
The Greater Boston Food Bank’s 17th Annual Chain of Giving Draws Attention to Food Insecurity During the Holidays
Special to the Independent On Thursday, November 10, The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) held its 17th annual Chain of Giving event in its original format, a tradition engaging civic and community leaders to draw awareness to the critical issue…
Career Achievement: EHS Star Quarterback Ellerbe Receives Bouvier Jewelers Award
Everett High captain Karmarri Ellerbe received the Bouvier Jewelers Award at the E Club Awards Dinner Nov. 17 at Spinelli’s. Head football coach Rob DiLoreto presented the prestigious annual award which goes to the most outstanding senior on the Crimson…
Council Approves Coffee Shop for Proposed Residential Property
The Everett City Council voted unanimously at its Nov. 15 meeting to grant a mixed-used special exemption to Parkway Ventures LLC at 1911-1919 Revere Beach Parkway that will allow a 1,500 square-foot, coffee shop on the street level in a…
DeMaria Announces Tree Lighting
Special to the Independent Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett will be hosting the annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 2 from 5pm to 8pm at Everett Square located at the intersection of Broadway…