Fenway Civic Association

Berklee College of Music 2024-2026 IMP Institutional Master Plan Notification Form (IMPNF)

Offices on Ballot:

Electors of President and Vice President
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
Governor’s Councillor
State Senator
State Representative
Register of Deeds
Clerk of Courts
County Commissioner (certain counties only)
Additional local offices (certain cities & towns)

DEVELOPMENTS

City of Boston – Planning Department: The Article 80 Modernization Action Plan. The Planning Department has been working over the past year to improve the development review process, and they want to hear from you! This is a generational opportunity and we encourage you to check out the Action Plan and share your feedback by November 20, 2024. These draft recommendations aim to create a more predictable, transparent, and timely development review process. Learn more and share your feedback by visiting the project page, submitting a comment letter, or filling out a survey.

Berklee College of Music – Institutional Master Plan Notification Form (IMPNF)

Comment End Date October 30 2024

Linked below for your review is an electronic copy of the Institutional Master Plan Notification Form (IMPNF) for the proposed Berklee College of Music 2024-2026 IMP located in Back Bay and Fenway which was received on October 01 2024. This IMPNF contemplates a 2-year extension of the previously approved IMP with no changes.

DEVELOPMENTS BY STATUS:

“Under Review”:

409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 20 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

“Board Approved”:

Kenmore Hotel, Fenway Corners (West), Fenway Corners (North), Fenway Center, Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 819 Beacon Street,

601 Newbury Street, 2 Charlesgate West, 165 Park Drive, 1400 Boylston Street,

1241 Boylston Street, 112-114 Queensberry St, 109 Brookline Avenue

See you around!

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on October 1, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

Last Monday the FCA held a public discussion on the question: How will the City of Boston protect its parks? There was a large turnout and robust discussion, however many questions were left unanswered. Later in the week, Mayor Wu announced the appointment of Kairos Shen as the City’s new Chief of Planning. We hope Mr. Shen will respect and protect our valuable parkland assets, and work to fulfill the campaign promises made by Mayor Wu for a greener, more efficient, more equitable city for generations to come.

A positive model of environmental action: The Muddy River has gone through major renovation and enhancement work. Last year, the CRWA started a community-led visioning process to find a way to clean it up. They’ve been hard at work understanding the watershed conditions, the major sources of pollution, and how the watershed may experience climate change. This October 1st, attend the webinar Muddy River: Heart of Fenway to hear what’s been learned and what you can do to impact the future of the Muddy River watershed.

Fall in Fenway is a thing of beauty. Trees put on a colorful performance, the weather is good for a walk in the park, a flea-market, a farmer’s market, al-fresco dining, and on Monday, October 14, enjoy the annual Opening Our Doors celebration of the Fenway Cultural District – with art exhibits, performances, nature and historical walks, art activities, open houses and more. For ongoing cultural events, check the ArtsBoston calendar.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Tuesday, October 1, 7pm (virtual meeting), Muddy River: The Heart of Fenway

The Muddy River watershed reaches across Boston, Brookline, and Newton, and contributes significant amounts of pollution to the Charles River. You probably don’t realize this, but much of the water making it’s way into the Muddy is coming from storm water run-off and illicit and leaky sewage pipes all throughout the watershed. We can clean it up, but we need widespread public support. That’s where you come in! Last year, the Charles River Watershed Association started a community-led visioning process with several meetings and webinars to date. The purpose of the meetings is to educate, inform and discuss what can be done, and to formulate a plan of action. All concerned members of the public are invited to help envision how to move forward. Watch the Sept 26 webinar recording here. And/or follow this link to register for the October 1 meeting. Do you think we can ever swim in the Charles? Well, we’d need to fix the Muddy first! Let’s fully restore the Muddy. If you like this idea – help spread the word and attend the webinar. Is it too big a task? Is it too expensive to fix? “When there are enough people who care, the money materializes.” –Emily Norton CRWA

ONGOING

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 10/9 – 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! Volunteer

UPCOMING

A few updates on the Back Bay Fens Pathways project from

City of Boston | Parks & Recreation Department

Geotechnical Borings – starting Sept. 30, to take approximately 1 week to complete.

SAVE THE DATE Wednesday, October 9, 6:00pm – 7:30 pm, community zoom meeting, to share progress on the Evans Way Bridge portion of the project.

FYI – The Emerald Necklace Conservancy will be inventorying trees in the Back Bay Fens and Charlesgate the week of Sept. 30

October 9, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., The Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay is sponsoring a free educational forum Ensuring Everyone Has a Home in MA: Bold City and State Initiativesat the Copley Boston Public Library,

There will be a Q&A after the presentations/discussion and the audience is welcome to take part. Register here for the event: https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/66e47f5379c37d9f5da6e2fa

(see flyer below).

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024 register to vote- click here

MAKE A PLAN TO VOTE

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 ELECTION

409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 20 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

Offices on Ballot:

Electors of President and Vice President
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
Governor’s Councillor
State Senator
State Representative
Register of Deeds
Clerk of Courts
County Commissioner (certain counties only)
Additional local offices (certain cities & towns)

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: October 29, 2024

Nov. 5 Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

DEVELOPMENTS

Article 80 development review process. What is it, how is it changing? Have questions? Visit the City of Boston website which presents Mayor Wu’s vision and how the Planning Department is working to modernize the development review process.

DEVELOPMENTS BY STATUS:

“Under Review”:

“Board Approved”:

Kenmore Hotel, Fenway Corners (West), Fenway Corners (North), Fenway Center, Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 819 Beacon Street,

601 Newbury Street, 2 Charlesgate West, 165 Park Drive, 1400 Boylston Street,

1241 Boylston Street, 112-114 Queensberry St, 109 Brookline Avenue

See you around!

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on September 22, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

We all know the Fenway is an incredible place to live, work and visit; and with all its charms and assets, the Fenway is a magnet for development. How can we have sustainable growth that respects, protects and enhances our natural assets, which form the basis of this urban oasis? The Back Bay Fens was born of a vision to serve the public as the city inevitably grows – a natural space providing equal access to air, light, healthy recreation and natural beauty to an increasingly stressed and dense urban environment. The Back Bay Fens is a living asset we must constantly care for.

Since its inception, the Back Bay Fens has needed and received city protection. The recent wave of development is challenging the current protections. How can we ensure the Fens not only survives, but thrives? This is why we invite you to join us in conversation this Monday night.

Monday, September 23, 6-8pm, FCA presents an in-person, public meeting on: Parks and Public Space Protection in the Fenway, at the Fenway Community Center.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Monday, September 23, 6-8pm, FCA presents an in-person, public meeting on: Parks and Public Space Protection in the Fenway, at the Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston St, enter from Jersey Street.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Fenway’s parks and open spaces, recent threats to their protection, and work underway to address their protection. A presentation will be followed by discussion and an opportunity to hear from city representatives. All are welcome for this public discussion.

Wednesday, September 25, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

and – MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic, 2 – 5 p.m. (full details in ONGOING section below)

Wednesday, September 25, 5-7 p.m., Taste of The Fenway, Van Ness Street.

Taste of The Fenway supports the programs and services of Fenway CDC. Follow the link for details and ticket info. Outdoor event, rain or shine.

Thursday, September 26, 6-9PM, Love The Fenway, Fenway Community Center. Celebrate and support the Fenway Community Center at their annual fundraiser event! Click here for ticket information.

Friday-Sunday Sept. 27-29 Red Sox baseball last 3 regular home games this season.

ONGOING

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 9/25 – 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! Volunteer

Check out the ArtsBoston calendar, a nonprofit site dedicated to supporting the arts. You’ll be amazed by the variety of arts/performance/exhibits around town. This great calendar allows you to search by a range of options: date/venue/accessibility and more… take a look and see what’s happening!

UPCOMING

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER

A few updates on the Back Bay Fens Pathways project from

City of Boston | Parks & Recreation Department

Follow @BostonParksDept and Like us on Facebook

Geotechnical Borings – date changed, now starting Sept. 30, to take approximately 1 week to complete.

SAVE THE DATE Wednesday, October 9, 6:00pm – 7:30 pm, community zoom meeting, to share progress on the Evans Way Bridge portion of the project.

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024 register to vote- click here

NOVEMBER

Make a Plan to Vote this November!

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 ELECTION

409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 20 Charlesgate West, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

Offices on Ballot:

Electors of President and Vice President
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
Governor’s Councillor
State Senator
State Representative
Register of Deeds
Clerk of Courts
County Commissioner (certain counties only)
Additional local offices (certain cities & towns)

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: October 29, 2024

Nov. 5 Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

DEVELOPMENTS

DEVELOPMENTS BY STATUS:

“Under Review”:

“Board Approved”:

Kenmore Hotel, Fenway Corners (West), Fenway Corners (North), Fenway Center, Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 819 Beacon Street,

601 Newbury Street, 2 Charlesgate West, 165 Park Drive, 1400 Boylston Street,

1241 Boylston Street, 112-114 Queensberry St, 109 Brookline Avenue

See you around!

Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood

ELECTION INFO on MA website

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on September 15, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

It still feels like summer, which is great for getting out and about to enjoy a few in-person opportunities this week; enjoy the MFA for free this Saturday, thanks to UNIQLO; a classical piano concert on Sunday at Kaji Aso Studio, meet with Maccon, our City Hall Liaison this coming Friday, then head to the Victory Gardens next Saturday for the annual Fens Fest!

On Thursday, join the 20 Charlesgate West virtual meeting to learn about the renovation of an historic lodging house. Two non-profit Boston-based affordable housing developers, the Planning Office for Urban Affairs (the Planning Office) and Fenway Community Development Corporation (Fenway CDC), have purchased Our Lady’s Guild House (OLGH), in order to preserve the building as permanent affordable housing in the Fenway neighborhood.

SAVE THE DATE

Monday, September 23, 6-8pm, FCA presents an in-person, public meeting on: Parks and Public Space Protection in the Fenway, at the Fenway Community Center. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Fenway’s parks and open spaces, recent threats to their protection, and work underway to address their protection. A presentation will be followed by discussion and an opportunity to hear from city representatives.

And finally, make a plan to vote before polling day, November 5, 2024.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 ELECTION

Please scroll down for more information on important dates, and links to the official MA election website. Note, there will be ballot issues as well, so it makes sense to prepare by knowing your polling location or mail in options; and reading through the ballot questions in advance. For a sample ballot, visit Massachusetts Voter Guide | BallotReady. As you well know, every election directly impacts our lives, our community, our families and our future. Get engaged, be informed, and participate to get the government you want.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Offers Free Admission Day with UNIQLO Everyone is welcome—join in for an art-making activity, the newly reopened Arts of Japan galleries, Japanese Taiko Drumming performances, and more!

Sunday, September 15, 3 p.m., KAJI ASO STUDIO 50th Anniversary Concert Series presents Oscar Jiang, pianist

Program includes Bach, Chopin and Schubert. Free & open to the public. In-person Limited Seating. RSVP administrator@kajiasostudio.com Also available on Livestream- CLICK HERE on Sept 15th @3pm

Sept. 15, 17 & 18 Fenway Park Concert Schedule – 3 dates left this season. Congrats to the lucky FCA member ticket winners! Red Sox baseball no more regular home games this season.

Thursday, September 19, 06:00 – 07:30 PM, 20 CHARLESGATE WEST

Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting

For the small project at 20 Charlesgate West The proposed Our Lady’s Guild House (“OLGH”) project by Fenway CDC and the Planning Office for Urban Affairs includes the complete renovation and modernization of a 140-room lodging house into an 86-unit rental building in the Kenmore Square neighborhood. This Project is the culmination of years of advocacy on behalf of residents to purchase the building and return it to its original mission of providing affordable housing. The 6-story elevator building will include 22 enhanced permanent supportive housing Single Room Occupancy (“SRO”) apartments, 45 studio apartments, 19 one-bedroom apartments, a community room with kitchen and storage, an office, lounge, laundry facilities, other ancillary spaces, and bicycle parking. FOR FULL DETAILS ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE, SCROLL DOWN TO DEVELOPMENT SECTION.

Friday, September 20th, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Fenway/Kenmore Office Hours with Mayor Wu’s neighborhood liaison, Maccon Bonner, Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston Street. This is an opportunity to connect with your neighborhood liaison to receive support connecting with City departments, addressing any concerns, or just to say hello to connect joyfully. Neighborhood liaisons look forward to hearing how Boston can improve our neighborhoods.

Saturday, September 21, 11:30 a.m. – 3p.m. Fens Fest at the Fenway Victory Gardens (located in the meadow). Come celebrate the end of the growing season at this annual harvest festival! There will be entertainment, food, and awards presented for various categories to the gardeners. It is the best way to end the growing season–with your neighbors, friends, and new friends! Prospective gardeners welcome.

ONGOING

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 9/25 – 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! Volunteer

UPCOMING

SEPTEMBER

Wednesday, September 25, 5-7 p.m., Taste of The Fenway, Van Ness Street. Taste of The Fenway supports the programs and services of Fenway CDC.

Thursday, September 26, 6-9PM, Love The Fenway, Fenway Community Center’s annual fundraiser

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER

A few updates on the Back Bay Fens Pathways project:

Geotechnical Borings will be taken starting Sept. 23, and take approximately 1 week to complete.
The next community meeting is expected early – mid October to share progress on the Evans Way Bridge portion of the project.

City of Boston | Parks & Recreation Department

Follow @BostonParksDept and Like us on Facebook

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024 register to vote- click here

NOVEMBER

Make a Plan to Vote this November!

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 ELECTION

[Learn more about this event]

Offices on Ballot:

Electors of President and Vice President
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
Governor’s Councillor
State Senator
State Representative
Register of Deeds
Clerk of Courts
County Commissioner (certain counties only)
Additional local offices (certain cities & towns)

Voter Registration Deadline: October 26, 2024

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: October 29, 2024

Polling Hours: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

DEVELOPMENTS

Thursday, September 19, 06:00 – 07:30 PM, 20 CHARLESGATE WEST

Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting

This is a virtual Public Meeting for the small project at 20 Charlesgate West, located in the Fenway, to discuss the Small Project Review Application received August 26, 2024. The meeting will include a presentation by the developer followed by questions and comments from the public.

How to Participate

Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3X6ODsx

Meeting ID: 160 187 8333
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.8864

CONTACT

Camille Platt

camille.platt@boston.gov

(617) 918-4362

DEVELOPMENTS BY STATUS:

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood

[Learn more about this event]

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on September 8, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

Thanks for making the East Fens Block Party such a success, way to go party people! You totally made the block rock. Check out our updated website with a ton of amazing photos (just a few below, we can’t resist). All photos courtesy of ReprezentU LLC @ReprezentULLC.com https://www.reprezentullc.com/.

We are so grateful to our sponsors Lyrik – Samuels & Associates; Suffolk Construction; Boston Red Sox (Wally!!); Operation P.E.A.C.E. Boston; Berklee College of Music; Northeastern University City and Community Engagement; Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston Police Department; Fenway Civic Association; Fenway Community Development Corporation; Boston Rhythm Riders; Church Park Apartments; Whole Foods Symphony; CVS Pharmacy Fenway. Thanks for being good friends.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Saturday, September 7, 6-8 p.m., Reception with the Artist – Gary Tucker, for his Solo Exhibition “My Backyard- The Muddy River” at KAJI ASO STUDIO 40 St. Stephen Street, East Fens. Free & open to the public

RSVP by email: administrator@kajiasostudio.com (flyer below)

Sunday, September 8, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street *EXTENDED ONE MORE WEEK* will be the last for this season. Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street vendors. Looks like great weather for a stroll.

Wednesday, September 11, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution and MGH/MBG Community Care Health Clinic, 2-5 p.m. (See ONGOING section below for full details)

Thursday, September 12, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., City Hall To Go: Fenway-Kenmore at the Peterborough Senior Center 42 Peterborough Street. All the city services brought to you! See a full list of services by following this link: City Hall To Go: Fenway-Kenmore | Boston.gov

Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Offers Free Admission Day with UNIQLO Everyone is welcome—join in for an art-making activity, the newly reopened Arts of Japan galleries, Japanese Taiko Drumming performances, and more!

ONGOING

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 9/11 – 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! Volunteer

UPCOMING

Friday, September 20th, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Fenway/Kenmore Office Hours with Mayor Wu’s neighborhood liaison, Maccon Bonner, Fenway Community Center, 1282 Boylston Street. This is an opportunity to connect with your neighborhood liaison to receive support connecting with City departments, addressing any concerns, or just to say hello to connect joyfully. Neighborhood liaisons look forward to hearing how Boston can improve our neighborhoods.

Saturday, September 21, 11:30 a.m. – 3p.m. Fens Fest at the Fenway Victory Gardens (located in the meadow). Come celebrate the end of the growing season at this annual harvest festival! There will be entertainment, food, and awards presented for various categories to the gardeners. It is the best way to end the growing season–with your neighbors, friends, and new friends! Prospective gardeners welcome.

Check out the ArtsBoston calendar, a nonprofit site dedicated to supporting the arts. You’ll be amazed by the variety of arts/performance/exhibits around town. This great calendar allows you to search by a range of options: date/venue/accessibility and more… take a look and see what’s happening!

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule through the end of September, probably the last month for the Sox! / Fenway Park Concert Schedule with 3 dates in Sept.

DEVELOPMENTS

Article 80 development review process. What is it, how is it changing? Have questions? Visit the City of Boston website which presents Mayor Wu’s vision and how the Planning Department is working to modernize the development review process.

Thursday, September 19, 06:00 – 07:30 PM, 20 CHARLESGATE WEST

Public Meeting | Virtual Meeting

How to Participate

Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3X6ODsx

Meeting ID: 160 187 8333
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.8864

CONTACT

Camille Platt

camille.platt@boston.gov

(617) 918-4362

DEVELOPMENTS BY STATUS:

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on August 26, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

The end of August brings a lot of activity to the Fenway.

Students return! Parking restrictions start Sunday, August 25: Student move-in at local colleges and universities will require temporary parking restrictions in Boston from Sunday, August 25, through Monday, September 2, 2024. Follow this link to get details on parking restrictions by street, date and time: Traffic Advisory for 2024 Student Move-in | Boston.gov

Many apartment leases turnover on September 1st – so expect to see the moving trucks, and associated traffic and trash for the next few weeks, and plan accordingly.

TIME TO VOTE! Tuesday, September 3, MA state primary election. Polls will be open on that day from 7AM to 8PM. Early in-person voting will be started on Saturday, August 24. Follow this link for details on where to vote, and a preview of your ticket. https://www.boston.gov/departments/election EVERY VOTE COUNTS.

Meanwhile, there’s still plenty to enjoy if you’re out-and-about during this wonderful weather, to catch a movie, flea market, dining al-fresco.

SAVE THE DATE for the East Fenway Block Party on Wednesday, September 3rd.

Need some help getting around? Maybe an e-bike is the answer! The Boston E-Bikes Incentive Program is an ARPA-funded pilot initiative providing a discount at the point of sale toward the purchase of an e-bike. The City plans to provide approximately 1,000 vouchers ranging from $800 to $2,400 to reduce the costs of purchasing an e-bike. Each recipient will also receive $150 toward the purchase of bicycle safety equipment. To be eligible, you must be a resident of the City of Boston, 18 years of age or older, and ONE of the following: Senior 60+, Adult with a chronic or permanent disability, or Income-eligible adult, who is at or below 40% AMI

Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Mission Hill, and Fenway-Kenmore Liaison Office Hours Coffee Hours are hosted by your neighborhood liaison, Maccon Bonner. Please note: the Neighborhood location changes weekly. Check in the middle of each week for the upcoming neighborhood location.

At Fenway Park, the Red Sox have home games through the end of September, along with concerts in September. Could be the last time to catch a game this year!

THE WEEK AHEAD

Monday, August 26, 8 p.m. start, MOVIE MONDAYS on the lawn at 401 Park. The Sandlot,, 8/19; Free popcorn 7:45–8:45pm; film at 8pm. Bring a blanket. Tickets at thefenway.com/events. FREE

Wednesday, August 28, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

See ONGOING for full details. Also, volunteers welcome.

Thursday, August 29, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park (*last class this season) Parks Fitness: BCBS Chair Yoga with Michelle

39 Edgerly Road – Free Chair Yoga class led by certified instructor, Michelle. Classes are sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and the Boston Public Health Commission.

Thursday, August 29, Coucilor Sharon Durkan – Summer Office Hours for Fenway – The Sipping Room (132 Jersey St) Book a 15 minute slot with your councilor using this online calendar.

Thursday, August 29, 6-7:30 p.m., City of Boston, Inspectional Services Department – 2024 Rodent Control Webinar virtual (see flyer) Boston has a new Rodent Action Plan that will attempt to deal city-wide with this health and safety issue. Get more info at the webinar.

ONGOING

Sundays through September 1, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street

Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street vendors.

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 8/28 – 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! Volunteer

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park Concert Schedule.

Help shape the future of the Boston Public Library Take the BPL Community Survey

UPCOMING

Tuesday, September 3, MA state primary election. Polls will be open on that day from 7AM to 8PM. The last day to register to vote or to change party enrollment for that primary is Saturday, August 24. Early in-person voting will be available starting August 24.

SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, September 4th – East Fenway block party. We’ll have great food, awesome Berklee musicians, the cool Boston Police Ice cream truck, our best bud Wally, Operation PEACE will have family activities, and more. We’ll be looking for volunteers to help us party the East Fens way! Stay tuned – details to come.

DEVELOPMENTS – ACTIVE PROJECTS

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

Fenway Civic AssociationUpdates from the Fenway Civic Association

Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood

Parks Fitness: BCBS Chair Yoga with Michelle

The week ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on August 20, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

Before you know it, the lazy, hazy days of summer will be replaced by the hustle and bustle of fall, with September moving days just weeks away! Enjoy some late summer fun in the city, with a great array of outdoor offerings listed below.

The plaza at Lyrik (Parcel 12 – over the Mass Pike, along Mass Ave., between Boylston and Newbury) just opened to the public. With tons of public space to meet, seat & greet your friends, and a sky deck for viewing the sunsets – it will be interesting to see how this develops. Lyrik Back Bay

SHOUT OUT TO RAMLER PARK – Happy 20th Anniversary!!!

Ramler Park at 130 Peterborough was born from a great love of the neighborhood through the generous donation of land by the David & Dorothy Ramler family and the tireless work of local Fenway volunteer activists. This month marks the 20th year since the grand opening in August, 2004, when Mayor Menino cut the ribbon to officially open Ramler Park! We’re grateful to the Ramler family, Mayor Menino, Boston Parks, The Friends of Ramler Park, and all who helped create this haven. Keep the park at peak condition by donating to The Friends of Ramler Park.

Mayor Menino cuts the ribbon at Ramler Park’s opening ceremony, Aug 10, 2004

THE WEEK AHEAD

Monday, August 19, 8 p.m. start, MOVIE MONDAYS on the lawn at 401 Park. The Parent Trap, 8/19; Free popcorn 7:45–8:45pm; film at 8pm. Bring a blanket. Tickets at thefenway.com/events. FREE

Tuesday, August 20, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Jazz at Ramler Park – Kenji Kikuchi and Friends

Free concert! Come experience wonderful jazz sounds in the park, lots of benches, or bring your blanket or lawn chair to relax and groove out. Rain date Thursday, Aug. 20 (if needed).

Tuesday, August 20, 8:00 – 9:45 p.m. Sunset Cinema: Bob Marley: One Love Huntington Avenue Exterior at Forsyth Way (EX08) Free

Thursday, August 22, 6-8 p.m., City of Boston Planning Dept.- Berklee College of Music Task Force and Public Meeting (virtual). To discuss the recently filed IMP Amendment to add leased space at 1249 Boylston Street in Fenway and the associated Institutional Master Plan (IMP) Amendment. The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the proposed project. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the Task Force and the public.

How to Participate

Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link: bit.ly/VPM-0822

Meeting ID: 161 048 2562
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 160 282 3355

ONGOING

Sundays through September 1, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street

Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street vendors.

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Mondays, 8/19, & 8/26 MOVIE MONDAYS on the lawn at 401 Park. The Parent Trap, 8/19; The Sandlot, 8/26. Free popcorn 7:45–8:45pm); film at 8pm. Bring a blanket. Tickets at thefenway.com/events. FREE

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 8/28 – 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! Volunteer

Thursdays through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park Concert Schedule.

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UPCOMING

Thursday, August 29, Coucilor Sharon Durkan – Summer Office Hours for Fenway – The Sipping Room (132 Jersey St) Book a 15 minute slot with your councilor using this online calendar.

DEVELOPMENTS – ACTIVE PROJECTS

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood

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The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on August 11, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

News on delivery drivers and mopeds in the Fenway and Back Bay – this summer we’ve seen a preponderance of delivery drivers in the Fenway, some on unregistered vehicles, causing concerns for safety and a pushback from residents. The Boston Police are taking action, including a sweep on July 8th resulting in confiscation of 13 vehicles and two arrests. On Aug. 9, the police responded to a 911 call regarding a group of drivers ‘camping out’ on Peterborough Street adjacent to Ramler Park, and in private parking spaces, and advised drivers of registration laws, safety and trespassing issues, and were told to leave. The police advise calling 911 if you experience problems with drivers, so police can react in real time. Posting on 311 is too slow. See something, say something.

News: Berklee Files IMP Amendment to Lease, Renovate 1249 Boylston. (West Fens – former site of 2-level CVS pharmacy and Brigham & Women’s admin offices). If approved, Berklee College of Music will sign a 16-year lease (with an option to extend). The college proposes use for classrooms, dance studios, and support space, with an 1,800 SF ground-floor café, restaurant, gallery, or similar space with public access. Submit comments to the newly formed City of Boston Planning Office by Aug. 25; no public meetings are scheduled. Berklee’s projects a year to complete renovations, starting late 2024. The college launched a master planning process that will form the basis of a new 10-year IMP to be filed in 2026. For more information, or to submit a comment, visit https://www.bostonplans.org/projects/institutional-master-plans/higher-ed/berklee-college-of-music#c

News on Boston – Bowker Overpass bridge replacement and construction public information meeting – was held on July 11th. The work will begin in 2025, and will have a major impact on the Fens. View the presentation with project plans here.

Summer fun, music, movies, flea- and farmer’s markets, open streets – get it while you can. MUSIC: Berklee Summer in the City present hundreds of concert performances throughout the city. Ramler Park hosts the next concert on Aug. 20 MOVIES: MFA screens the Bob Marley biopic 8/20, Movie Mondays at 401 Park (new)! And Sunday Flea Markets at the Station – also the Charlesgate Farmer’s Market and Open Newbury (see ongoing)… a lot to get you out and about, and enjoy the summer. Check out the FENWAY NEWS for more calendar listings.

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THE WEEK AHEAD

Mon, 8/12, 8/19, & 8/26 MOVIE MONDAYS on the lawn at 401 Park. (new!) Finding Nemo, 8/12; The Parent Trap, 8/19; The Sandlot, 8/26. Free popcorn 7:45–8:45pm); film at 8pm. Bring a blanket. Tickets at thefenway.com/events. FREE

Wednesday, 8/14 Fenway Cares (see ongoing below)

ONGOING

Sundays through September 1, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street

Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street vendors.

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 8/14 – 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! Volunteer

Thursdays through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park

Parks Fitness: BCBS Chair Yoga with Michelle

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park Concert Schedule.

UPCOMING

Tuesday, August 20, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Jazz at Ramler Park – Kenji Kikuchi and Friends

Free concert! Come experience wonderful jazz sounds in the park, lots of benches, or bring your blanket or lawn chair to relax and groove out.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS – Coucilor Sharon Durkan

8/29: Fenway – The Sipping Room (132 Jersey St) Book a 15 minute slot with your councilor using this online calendar.

DEVELOPMENTS – ACTIVE PROJECTS

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

https://www.boston.gov/calendar/parks-fitness-bcbs-chair-yoga-nicole

The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on July 30, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends:

There’s music in the air – free, fun, fabulous & fleeting… get it while you can. This Tuesday it’s the series finale for the Sunset Concerts at Symphony Park with a great headliner – Kaju Barfi – a fusion of beatboxing-Indian classical-Bollywood and familiar covers – not to be missed. Wednesday at Ramler Park, welcome back the fabulous International Jazz Quartet featuring Tim Mayer.

Concerts in Fenway Park have been filling the nights with people, sounds and traffic – do you have any feedback you want to share? Email us at Fenwaycivic@aol.com and we’ll bring your comments to the mitigation meeting.

Cranes are rising all around us, with no slowdowns in sight! The massive tower of the 2 Charlesgate West project was approved by the BPD against significant neighborhood opposition and concerns; and that’s only one of 48 projects in the Fenway listed on the City of Boston’s Planning Dept. website. Invest in those noise canceling headphones now, you’ll be needing them for the foreseeable future. As the neighborhood grows vertically, I hope to see you in the shadows, without getting swept away by the winds…

THE WEEK AHEAD

Monday, July 29, 6-8 p.m., NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY IMP & MULTIPURPOSE ATHLETIC FACILITY PUBLIC MEETING

This is a Public meeting to discuss the recently filed Institutional Master Plan Notification Form (IMPNF) for the 2024-2034 IMP and the recently filed Project Notification Form (PNF) for the Multipurpose Athletics Facility project. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.

How to Participate

Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link:
bit.ly/3Y2VQvO

Meeting ID: 160 186 5822
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.886

Tuesday, July 30th, 6:00 p.m., Series Finale! Sunset Concert series at Symphony Park featuring Kaju Barfi 39 Edgerly Road –

Kaju Barfi presents a fusion of beatboxing mixed with Indian classical music, Bollywood, and familiar cover songs for a wide range of audiences. The group is led by Shivaraj Natraj, who represented India at Ravenna, Italy, in 2017, and is a vocalist for the band Project Mishram. The group includes famed Hindustani singers Reeshabh Purohit and Nandini Samanta, Japanese jazz keyboardist Hana Uwai, and sometimes featured violinist Pranav Swaroop. This series is presented by the Fenway Civic Association and the Friends of Symphony Park in collaboration with Berklee College of Music. The concerts are free and open to the public. Fair weather only. (see flyer)

Wednesday, July 31, 3:30 p.m., Fenway Cares Food Distribution and Healthcare (see Ongoing). Food for those in need, healthcare options, volunteer opportunities.

Wednesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m. – weather permitting – Jazz in July at Ramler Park – International Jazz Quartet featuring Tim Mayer A favorite performer here at Ramler, who comes to town with a new set with some old friends to deliver a great vibe under the summer sky – bring a lawn chair, blanket, picnic and a friend for this chill eve! Tim Mayer will perform with a band he is honored to front, including Oscar Stagnaro, on bass, Gilson Schachnik on piano, and Mark Walker on drums. It’s a free concert sponsored by Friends of Ramler Park.

ONGOING

Sundays through September 1, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street

Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street vendors.

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Wednesdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. June and July, Free Tai Chi

Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road. Free beginning Tai Chi Classes, taught by Sifu Huan Zhang.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 7/31 – 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! Volunteer

Thursdays through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park

“Under Review”: Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 262 St. Botolph St., 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park Concert Schedule.

UPCOMING

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS – Coucilor Sharon Durkan

8/29: Fenway – The Sipping Room (132 Jersey St) Book a 15 minute slot with your councilor using this online calendar.

DEVELOPMENTS – ACTIVE PROJECTS

“Board Approved”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, Fenway Corners (West), these are recent approvals, there are more listed on the site.

See you around!

Promoting a vital and sustainable neighborhood

https://www.boston.gov/calendar/parks-fitness-bcbs-chair-yoga-michelle

Late to the races – The Week Ahead

Posted in Uncategorized on July 24, 2024|

Dear Members and Friends,

The week is getting ahead of us at Fenway Civic, but there’s a lot going on to catch up with summer in full swing! The Fenway has lots going on, from new off-leash dog parks, to summer fitness classes and concerts. Take time to visit with a park ranger at the Emerald Necklace Conservancy’s Summer Sundays, awaken your senses at Mass Art Museum or join K-Pop night at MFA Boston. For this and more, read ahead.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Tuesday, July 23rd, 6:00 p.m., Sunset Concert series at Symphony Park featuring the Dominic Nye Quartet

The Dominic Nye Quartet plays a mixed repertoire of classic jazz standards, original music, and songs reimagined in the style of jazz. The quartet bridges the gap between modern and traditional jazz styles to create a varied jazz experience for all to enjoy. Featuring the talents of Berklee students Héctor L. Falu Guzmán, Izzy Savides, Alexander Xhoja, and recent Berklee graduate Dominic Nye. Symphony Park is located at 39 Edgerly Road in the East Fenway

Wednesday, July 24th, 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi with Sifu Huan Zhang at Symphony Park. Join neighbors for this 8-week series to learn the first 13 movements of yang style tai chi. This class is geared towards beginners.

Thursday, July 25th, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park

Thursday, July 25th, 7 p.m. Grounded: Awaken your senses, Mass Art Museum, 621 Huntington Avenue

Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory journey through time at MAAM. During this ceremony, experience the activation of Katie Paterson’s artwork, To Burn, Forest, Fire which involves the burning of two incense sticks–one evoking the scents of the earth’s earliest forest and the other imagining the aroma of the last forest.

Offered as a moment of calm and reflection, this olfactory artwork and contemplative experience seeks to remind us of humanity’s role in increasing levels of extinction around the globe. This event is free, but registration is required. To reserve a spot, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grounded-awaken-your-senses-tickets-926199556807Friday, July 26th, 6-10 p.m. K-Pop night at MFA Boston, 465 Huntington Avenue

Join MFA Boston to celebrate the final weekend of the special exhibition “Hallyu! The Korean Wave” with K-Pop Night! Enjoy art making and dancing, then see ensembles worn by your favorite K-pop idols in “Hallyu!”.K-Pop Night is included with general admission. Admission is free for University Members with a valid ID from participating colleges and universities.

Sunday, July 28th, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Olmsted Summer Sundays with a Visiting Park Ranger,

Shattuck Visitor Center, 125 The Fenway

Stop by the Shattuck Visitor Center from 10AM to 4PM each Sunday this summer to meet a park ranger and learn about Olmsted’s “most important work,” the Emerald Necklace park system!

ONGOING

Sundays through September 1, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Open Newbury Street

Car-free experience on Newbury Street, with additional street venders.

Sundays through October 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Charlesgate Farmer’s Market

Under the Bowker Overpass at Comm Ave between Charlesgate East and West.

Tuesdays through July 30th, 6:00 p.m., Sunset Concert series at Symphony Park

39 Edgerly Road – This series is presented by the Fenway Civic Association and the Friends of Symphony Park in collaboration with Berklee College of Music. The concerts are free and open to the public. Fair weather only. (see flyer)

Wednesdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. June and July, Free Tai Chi

Symphony Community Park, 39 Edgerly Road. Free beginning Tai Chi Classes, taught by Sifu Huan Zhang.

Every Other Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.until done, Fenway Cares Food Distribution

Next date: 7/31 – 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! Volunteer

Thursdays through August 29, 10-11 a.m. Chair Yoga at Symphony Park

Parks Fitness: BCBS Chair Yoga with Michelle

39 Edgerly Road – Free Chair Yoga class led by certified instructor, Michelle.

Classes are sponsored by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and the Boston Public Health Commission.

“Under Review”: 112-114 Queensberry St, 2 Charlesgate West, 262 St. Botolph St., Fenway Corners (West), Boston University – Warren Towers Renovation, 409 Huntington Avenue, 142-146 St. Mary’s Street

RED SOX – 2024 printable baseball schedule / Fenway Park Concert Schedule.

UPCOMING Wednesday , July 31, 6:30 p.m. Jazz in July at Ramler ParkInternational Jazz Quartet featuring Tim Mayer (more info to come

DEVELOPMENTS – ACTIVE PROJECTS

Feel like splitting yourself into three pieces? Try to attend all these meetings at one time.

1. Monday, July 29th, 6 p.m. Northeastern University IMP and multipurpose athletic facility public meeting

This is a Public meeting for the proposed Institutional Master Plan (IMP) for Northeastern University located in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the recently filed Institutional Master Plan Notification Form (IMPNF) for the 2024-2034 IMP and the recently filed Project Notification Form (PNF) for the Multipurpose Athletics Facility project. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the public.

How to Participate: Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link: bit.ly/3Y2VQvO

Meeting ID: 160 186 5822
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.886

2. Monday, July 29th 6 p.m. Beth Israel and Dana Farber Joint Task Force and Public Meeting

This is a Task Force Meeting for the proposed Institutional Master Plan for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Dana Farber Cancer Institute, located in the Longwood Medical Area neighborhood of Boston. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the overall Institutional Master Plan and the potential impacts. The meeting will include a presentation followed by questions and comments from the Task Force and the public.

How to Participate

Please register for the meeting using the following Zoom link: bit.ly/BethDanaTF

Meeting ID: 161 033 2716
Toll-Free Call-in Number: 833.568.8864

3. Monday July 29th 6 p.m. 500 Huntington Avenue Impact Advisory Group Meeting

The City of Boston Planning Department is hosting an Impact Advisory Group (IAG) Meeting for the 500 Huntington Avenue project located in Mission Hill. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the updated proposal. The meeting will include a presentation followed by Q&A and comments from the general public

How to Participate

Register in advance: bit.ly/3Wor5Az

Toll-free call-in number: 833.568.8864
Meeting ID: 161 932 3504At this time, the Planning Department is continuing to host public meetings in a virtual setting for the health, safety, and accessibility of Boston residents. For more information and updates, visit bostonplans.org.Remembering Joan Daugirda: Long-term FCA member and artist Joan Daugirda passed away two weeks ago. To leave a tribute, visit:

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bostonglobe/name/joan-daugirda-obituary?id=55551043

See you around!