We focus on being an informational site for our neighborhood and use our communication methods to be a guide to city services, local issues and keeping connected in our community. 

We do not promote businesses as a rule. However, occasionally we hear about a promotion or news about a resident or nearby business that we think might be of interest to our community.

If you have something of interest to promote, email us and if appropriate, we'll highlight it here!

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Yvette Jarreau, from the Friends of the South End Library has asked us to help push this long-awaited project past the finish line.
The neighborhood library building is designed and was budgeted for this fiscal year 2025/26— but the money has not yet been released, and a contractor has not been secured. Please add your voice in asking that this long-awaited project doesn’t face further delays. The community been without a library for close to 5 years.

A larger, modern South End library is much more than books. It means:
• A safe, welcoming space for children and families of our diverse neighborhood
• Access to technology, job resources, and critical information for immigrants
• Support for students, seniors, and lifelong learners
• A community space for all of us.
 A short email can make a difference.   
Please contact the Mayor’s Office at [email protected];
Ask her to:
• Release the South End Library project funds this fiscal year
• Ensure that a contractor is selected and work begins on the new building this fiscal year 
• Keep the community informed on progress

Feel free to copy your City Councilors on your message.  Here are their names, districts, and email addresses.

At-Large (citywide)

• Ruthzee Louijeune — [email protected]
• Julia Mejia — [email protected]
• Erin Murphy — [email protected]
• Henry Santana — [email protected]

District Councilors

• District 2 (South Boston, Downtown, South End, Chinatown) 
  • Ed Flynn — [email protected]
• District 7 (Roxbury, South End, Dorchester) 
  • Miniard Culpepper --[email protected])
    

Thank you for taking action before the Mayor's budget is released on April 8th

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The Friends of Titus Sparrow Park Walking Group
is a monthly, all-ages walking series designed to bring neighbors together, explore Boston, and stay active in a relaxed, welcoming way

Walks are hosted by FTSP Board Member Irwin Levy, who guides each route and shares insights along the way. Routes vary in distance and terrain, and participants are always welcome to join for the full walk or step off early. This group is about participation, not pace.
Learn more here.

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The Planning Academy is a new free interactive learning experience from the city designed to equip residents from different backgrounds and neighborhoods with the tools, networks, and confidence to meaningfully have a voice in planning. Learn more

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South End Library Author Series 
 

The Spring 2026 series of three sessions will be held at the United Church at 485 Columbus Ave, at 6:30pm in the Connection Room. They will be available by Zoom for those who are unable to come in person and enjoy the camaraderie, refreshments, and book signings of these events. On April 22nd join the South End Library for a talk with Linda Stasi, a journalist & author who was a widely read columnist at the NY Daily News, NY Post, & Newsday.  Her latest, The Descendant, is a powerful story of Italian immigrants inspired by her own family.

Learn More about the Series here

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The Isabella Stewart Museum is open late and offers free admission on the first Thursday evening of each month. Stop by and soak in the beauty of the Gardner in a different light, 3 pm through 9 pm.
Advance registration is encouraged for free timed-entry tickets to the Museum's general admission. Registration opens two weeks before the event for the general public and four weeks in advance for members. 
Limited tickets will be available in-person at the Museum’s main entrance, starting at 3 pm, the day of the event. Please note that day-of tickets are not guaranteed. 

Questions about accessibility? Please call the box office at 617 278 5156. 

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Every block has a history. Every business has a heartbeat. South End Stoops brings you feel-good conversations with the people who make Boston's South End come alive—bakery owners, entrepreneurs, artists and neighbors. No polish, no fluff, just real stories and honest conversation. Whether you’re a lifelong South Ender, new to the neighborhood, a visitor or a Bostonian who loves to shop and dine the South End, this is your invitation to listen in !  Available where you get your podcasts! 

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The Corridor Section 1 of The Southwest Corridor Park 
Check out the newly redesigned website  (by one of our very own residents - John Biske!) for the Corridor - the section nearest to our neighborhood of the Southwest Corridor.  A beautiful website for a beautiful space. A particularly fascinating addition to the website is a look back on the history of the corridor - check it out here. Congrats John,  a beautiful and interesting website!

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Progress on Mass & Cass

Read about the ongoing efforts to improve conditions at Mass & Cass from State Representative John Moran. Learn more here