People gathered in a warm, intimate room in the North End facing a table with an open bottle of wine in the back for anyone that was interested. The night began with an invitation to the open mic, and two volunteers stood to share their work. The volunteers’ poetry was unique, sentimental, and witty. To…
Arts, Metro, News
Abney’s Mural Welcomes Visitors to the ICA
Nina Chanel Abney is making her Boston debut. Her mural is on display on the Sandra and Gerald Fineberg Art Wall at the ICA.
Metro, Boston
Cambridge Innovation Center Talks Climate Change Threats to Boston’s Coastline
While the interaction of water with the coastline can never be predicted exactly, engineer Kirk Bosma warned that if the Boston coastline stays on its present path, the sea level is projected to rise eight feet by mid-century, which would inflict devastating environmental impacts in Boston.
Metro, Arts
Canstruction Boston Art Pop-Up Raises Awareness Around Food Insecurity
In its 23rd year, Canstruction Boston not only celebrates artistic ingenuity and creation but also uses that artistic expression to raise awareness around the troubling issue of food insecurity. 21 teams contributed their work to the installation at the BSA Space and Atlantic Wharf.
Boston, Metro
Science Strikes Back: Bostonians Rally for Climate Legislation
On Saturday, the 2018 March for Science took place at Christopher Columbus Park in Boston. Marchers rallied to push for climate legislation and scientifically driven public policy.
Metro
At Cambridge Innovation Center, Branchfood Hosts Lecture on Future of Food
Conversation at “The Future of Food Products” included advice on the importance of seizing the moment, consumer rate of change, the problem of packaging, and incorporating giving back into the company.
Boston, Metro
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Follows Spirited Route Through South Boston
The streets of South Boston were filled with people decked out in the colors of Ireland’s flag for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Floats and marching bands were in full force to proceed along a shortened parade route.
Metro
International Antiquarian Book Fair Explores Frost, Thoreau
The annual Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair is a haven for avid book collectors. This intellectual gathering boasts limited edition books ranging from poetry and diaries to antiquated world maps.
Metro, Business
With NoiseScore, Sound Metrics Becomes a Lifestyle Factor
Fed up with the unbearable noise coming from the apartment above, Erica Walker founded Noisescore, an app geared towards monitoring sound in cities across the country.
