Dear Members and Friends:
Breaking News: 2 Charlesgate property to be sold at foreclosure auction
Read more on Universal Hub ( below: the approved proposal rendering of the 28-story project that would replace the former Trans National Travel building by the Fens.)
Banker & Tradesman reports (read here) that an auctioneer has scheduled a foreclosure sale in August for the half-acre site on Charlesgate West where the British developer, Scape, had won approval – and even a change in city ordinances – for a 28-story, 400-unit apartment tower with 68 affordable units. Here’s the project info as last shown on Boston’s City Planning site. We’ll be watching this issue closely!
In other news:
Project Occar now at the New Edgerly Plaza Project Oscar community food waste bins give residents a place to drop off their food scraps so that they can be composted. You can find more information about what items are accepted and details on how to use the bin (combo is 214) listed here: Project Oscar | Boston.gov
THE WEEK AHEAD
Sunday, July 13, 10 am – 8 pm, Open Newbury Street First this season!
Continues through 9/21 (except 8/31) and a holiday stroll added in December.
Newbury Street is a mile-long, eight block stretch of shops, salons, galleries and restaurants. This becomes a pedestrian-only walkway for 10 Sundays this summer, and for the first time, one winter Sunday for a Holiday Stroll. July: 7/13, 7/20, 7/27 August: 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24 September: 9/7, 9/14, 9/21 and December: 12/7 [10 am – 6 pm, winter hours].
Tuesday, July 15, 6 pm start, Symphony Park Concert Series, 39 Edgerly Road
Berklee presents this intimate and exciting local series at Symphony Park. Come and enjoy top talent with your neighbors, in your neighborhood. Sponsored in partnership by the Fenway Civic Association, and the Friends of Symphony Park. (see flyer for more detail)
Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 p.m, Swingin’ in the Fens – Noah Allen & the Peace, Ramler Park, 130 Peterborough Street (rain date, July 30)
The sound of jazz will fill the Fenway at Swingin’ in the Fens, the annual free concert presented by Berklee in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS at Ramler Park, a jewel of the Fenway neighborhood located at 130 Peterborough Street. Picnics and folding chairs are encouraged, and the event is wheelchair-accessible. 2025 Swingin’ in the Fens – Noah Allen & the Peace – Wednesday, July 16, 2025 6:30 p.m. | The Friends of Ramler Park (see flyer!)
UPCOMING
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2-4 pm, Community Heat Break! At Edgerly Park – Join in for cool treats, fun activities, and tips and resources for staying cool and healthy this summer.
ONGOING
Summer in the city
Need relief from the heat? Visit the splash pads and cooling centers this Summer in Boston. Have a happy, healthy summer in your pursuit of happiness!
Charlesgate Farmers Market – Every Sunday, 10am – 2pm, through October 12
DCR Charlesgate Park (Comm. Ave. between Charlesgate East & West
FENWAY CARES Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. ’til done, Next date: 7/16
Fenway Cares Food Distribution at 2 locations:
West Fenway – Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston (enter-Jersey)
East Fenway – Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road
Volunteers are welcome to sign up for all dates and both locations!
The MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic will now rotate locations between the West Fenway and East Fenway locations from 1-5 p.m. on Fenway Cares dates. Upcoming schedule: Fenway Community Center on 7/16 and Morville House, 100 Norway Street on 7/30. Offerings may include blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar testing, COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
Thursdays, through Aug 28, 10 – 11 am, Chair Yoga with Michelle, Symphony Park, 39 Edgerly Road. Join Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series for energizing chair yoga, taught by Michelle Coleman. This class prioritizes breathing, feeling, and dropping into the body and is designed for those who do not want to practice on the floor. The practice is intended to improve body awareness, strength and flexibility. For more information, visit: Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series Chair Yoga Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
RED SOX: Go Sox! Red Sox Schedule / Neighborhood 9s / Concert Schedule
Fenway Park Concerts Neighborhood Committee post-concert survey
The concerts at Fenway Park impact the neighborhood. To track and document feedback, the online FPCNC SURVEY allows you to submit comments for each concert. The areas of concern are, traffic, noise levels, park impacts, trash management, etc. Reports are meant to inform the City of Boston and the Red Sox of any pending issues. These surveys can be of great help if submitted per event.
Concert Schedule at Fenway Park (7 dates remain in 2025)
Thursday 7/17 & Fri 7/18 The Lumineers | concert at Fenway Park
Saturday 7/19 Thomas Rhett | Boston Red Sox
Saturday, 8/23 Jonas Brothers | Boston Red Sox
Monday, 8/25 Chris Brown | Boston Red Sox
Tuesday, 8/26 The Who | Boston Red Sox
Sunday, 9/7 My Chemical Romance | Boston Red Sox
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