About The Neighborhood This Week: Gillette, Holiday Art Sales & Other Developments

You won't want to miss what's going on and about the neighborhood this week.

December 5: 7 Channel Center Redevelopment Meet & Greet and Abutters Open House at 6pm at Gilbane's office at 10 Channel Center Street. Meet the new building owners, Phase 3 Real Estate and meet their team, featuring CBT Architects. Learn about the proposed changes to the redevelopment, including full demolition of the existing building and presentation on new design and project timeline. The updated building design is proposed to go before the Fort Point Landmark District Commission for their approval the following week. 

December 5: Squares + Streets Citywide Draft Zoning Amendment Public Meeting at 6pm to present a draft zoning text amendment that will create new Squares + Streets zoning districtsto be adopted into the Boston Zoning Code. Staff will also present on proposed updates to the “Regulation of Uses” section of the Boston Zoning Code (Article 8) to better organize and modernize land uses for today’s needs.  

December 6: Reminder Gillette Community Meeting at 6pm. As a part of a broader business transformation, Gillette will be reshaping its operations in our neighborhood, marking a new chapter in the company's long history in Boston. The decision will bring an opportunity to reimagine Gillette's 31-acre waterfront campus, unlocking new possibilities for the future.  This special meeting hosted by Gillette will help shape the 31 acre site and will be followed by a robust public planning process. Join meeting!

December 7: Opening of PAPER CLIPS, A Small Works Holiday Exhibit, featuring

(mostly) works on paper - all priced under $200, from 6pm to 8pm at the Gallery at 249 A, 249 A Street. Paper Clips features more than fifty artworks from artists working at the 249 A Street Cooperative. The exhibit offers a diverse range of techniques and subject matter. Drawing, painting, printmaking & photography are some of the mediums available for gift giving.

Artworks are original, unframed and attached to the wall with paper clips (hence the name) and affordably priced under $200.00 to meet your budget.

Plus Ornaments & Stocking Stuffers - $25.00 and under.

The gallery is also open by appointment. To schedule a visit contact fortpointstudio@gmail.com

December 8: Deadline extended to participate in the BPDA Article 80 Modernization: Community Engagement Survey  The primary goal of this project is to create a predictable and transparent development review process that builds trust with all those who participate in the process. Read more about Article 80 Modernization: Community Engagement and Development Review Operations Improvement.

December 9 - December 10: Linda Huey Holiday Pottery Sale from 12pm to 5pm at 249 A Street, fifth floor. Linda Huey Pottery invites you to come and see a large selection of pottery with something for everyone, pottery, sculpture, and small affordable gifts. Cookies and punch will be served as well goody bags to take home. For more information, visit LindaHuey.com and via Facebook. The Annual Paperclips Holiday Show with small works by 249 A Street artists will also be open in the ground floor gallery.

Linda Huey Ceramics

Getting Festive Fort Point Style

Looking to get in the holiday spirit without leaving the neighborhood or going to a mall? The artists, restaurants and stores of Fort Point are offering numerous opportunities this week and weekend to bring you good cheer. 

The Friends of the Fort Point Channel's eighth annual Fort Point Holiday Stroll takes place Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Explore Fort Point restaurants, stores and pop-up shops such as an artist pop up at Mayhew Wine Shop. Enjoy local treats, drinks and holiday delights. Pick up a stroll map at anyone of the participating locations and enter the Friends' raffle. 

More than twenty artists at the 249 A Street Cooperative will open their doors for the 249 A Street Holiday Art Sale on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 11 am to 5 pm. Find handmade gifts for the hardest to shop for on your list. All gifts are made by the artists at Fort Point's original artist studios. Shop in a relaxed studio setting, meet the artists, and enjoy complimentary refreshments. Free (including parking) and open to the public.  

Don't miss the ICA Holiday Market  for more gifts and live music this Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm at 25 Harbor Shore Drive. 

Mayor Walsh’s annual tree lighting starts at 12 pm on December 9, 2018 at Medal of Honor (M) Park. There will be goats, ponies, balloon animals, refreshments and more to celebrate the season. M Park is located at 800 East Broadway.  

Row 34 restaurant is helping you get festive each Sunday in December from 4 pm to 6 pm. Swing by for free small bites and bevvies while finding the perfect gifts made by local Fort Point artists for everyone on your list! Discover when you favorite art maker will be at Row 34 Holiday Pop-Up Shops.

Three events. Two Places. One Night.

Looking for an evening of art, crafts and mingling? Look no further. The 249 A Street Artist Cooperative and the Society of Arts + Crafts invite you to be their guests the evening of Thursday, November 8, 2018.

The artists at 249 A Street Cooperative invite you to the closing reception of their annual group show on November 8th from 5 pm - 7 pm at the Gallery at 249 A. If you missed visiting 249 A Street during Fort Point Open Studios, here is your chance. The annual group show features works by the members of the cooperative and guest artists who exhibited during Open Studios. The show encompasses painting, drawing, photography, prints,  ceramics, mixed media, and sculpture. Be sure to mark your calendar for the Holiday Studio Sale on December 8th from 11 am to 5 pm.


The Society of Arts + Crafts invites you to the opening reception of Adorning Boston and Beyond: Contemporary Studio Jewelry Then + Now and Our Cups Runneth Over, the 6th biennial ceramic cups show and sale this Thursday, November 8th from 6 pm to 9 pm. Mingle with curators, artists and collectors during the opening of these two stunning exhibitions. Collectors will also be wearing their own pieces throughout the evening, and both curators will deliver short talks offering their perspective on the exhibitions. This will be an evening not to miss filled with art, craft and excellent company.  Save the dates, December 14- December 16, 2018, for CraftBoston at the Hynes Convention Center. The Society of Arts + Crafts is located at 100 Pier 4 in Suite 200. 

It's Time To Put On Your Holiday Walking Shoes

Start by walking over to the South Boston Christmas Stroll Thursday, November 30, 2017. Festivities start at 4 pm at the South Boston Library and carolers will be strolling around East & West Broadway entertaining all in anticipation of Santa's arrival at 5 pm. Bringing Up Baby is hosting puppet shows beginning at 5:30 pm. Don't forget to check out the Shop, Sip and Dine deals. In addition, the South Boston Arts Association gallery, Arts Around the Corner, will be open from 4 pm  - 7 pm at 317 E Street. 


Friday, December 1st marks the second annual tree lighting at Seaport Common (85 Northern Ave). Join your neighbors from 6 pm - 8 pm for holiday tunes by Rich Dimare, sips and treats from Seaport restaurants and giveaways. Light Up Seaport benefits Massachusetts Fallen Heroes and The Galvin Foundation. Register for this free event. 

Mayor Walsh invites you to the annual South Boston Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 3rd at Medal of Honor (M) Park. There will be ponies (yes, ponies), ballon animals, music, refreshments and more. The free event starts at noon and is part of the 22nd Enchanted Trolley Tour bringing holiday spirit to children across Boston.

Shop Local: Unique Handmade Gifts by Local Artisans
Holiday Pop Ups kick off this weekend and run through December 17th. These special gift buying events are hosted by the Fort Point Arts Community (FPAC) at the fpac space at the Envoy on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm - 6 pm, and by Row 34 at their restaurant on Sundays from 4 pm -  6 pm. 

fpac space Holiday Pop Ups: Dec 2 - 3, Dec 8-10 and Dec. 16 - 17 from 12 pm - 6 pm with the exception of Friday, December 8th special  hours 4 pm - 8 pm in conjunction with the Fort Point Holiday Stroll
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Row 34 Sunday Holiday Pop Ups: December 3, 10, and 17 from 4 pm - 6 pm. 

The Artist Cooperative at 249 A Street is hosting a Holiday Studio Sale: Friday, December 8th from 4 pm - 8 pm in conjunction with the Fort Point Holiday Stroll and on Saturday, December 9 from noon to 5 pm.

Don't take off those walking shoes yet, you will want to stroll through historic Fort Point sampling treats, shopping and being entertained by live music during the Fort Point Holiday Stroll hosted by the Friends of Fort Point Channel Friday, December 8th from 4 pm - 7 pm. Click here for more information and to register, and watch the Fort Point Boston Blog for your guide to holiday strolling Fort Point style. 

FPAC Holiday Sale this weekend

Fort Point Arts Community
12th Annual Holiday Sale
December 3, 4, and 5, 2010

Friday 4-7pm
Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Opening reception: Friday, December 3rd, 5-7pm
Festive holiday snacks and refreshments
12 Farnsworth Street • Fort Point, Boston • 617-423-1100

From Secret Santa to that Someone Special, we've got you covered: find unique gifts at The Fort Point Arts Community Holiday Sale.


Participating artists include: Kristen Alexandra, Cesar Baez, Carol Bugarin, Wendy Bergman, Jennifer Chin/Lush Metals, Laura Davidson, Dawna Davis/wiredgems, Jane Deutsch, Ivan Fernandez-Gonzalez, Julia Groos, Mike Hammecker,  Linda Huey, Anna Win-Leliwa, Leslie A. Miller, Danny O, Gabrielle Schaffner, Deena Schnitman Designs, Jim Shea/Shea Pottery, Andrew Woodward,
Ian Kennelly, Carrie Chang, Alys Myers, Sylvia Stagg Giuliano

Made in Fort Point Holiday Sale, Opening Today

FPAC's 11th Annual Holiday Sale is today through Sunday.


Stop by the Holiday Opening Today for complimentary holiday snacks:

Holiday Sale Opening
Friday, December 4th, 5-7 PM
12 Farsworth Street



The Fort Point Arts Community Holiday sale is a unique opportunity for artful holiday shopping, or to just treat yourself!

***20 talented local artists will be set up, displaying their wares over the three-day event.
***The newly expanded FPAC Store will be open featuring works of art, craft and design by over seventy-five fort point artists.
***Art at 12 presents SMALL WORKS: artworks by Fort Point Arts Community members from December 4th through the holidays.

Find jewelry, paintings, prints, pottery artists’ books, photography, handcrafted clothing and accessories, furniture, lighting, prints, holiday ornaments, cards, and much, much more! Something for every budget.


For more details, see http://www.fortpointarts.org/cgi-bin/FPAC?s=open_studios

FPAC Holiday Sale Next Weekend

FPAC Holiday Art Sale
Friday, 12/5: 12:00-7:00pm
Saturday, 12/6: 11:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, 12/7: 11:00am-5:00pm
12 Farnsworth Street
(off Congress St., next to Flour Bakery)













Participating artists include:

Deena Schnitman: paper arts (her work is pictured above)
Kristen Alexandra: silver jewelry with attitude, fanciful flatware
Bob's Your Uncle: paper products, holiday cards, gift wrap
Jennifer Chin: handmade precious metal jewelry
Maggie Connors: painting, drawing, sculpture
Laura Davidson: artists' books, playing cards
Margaret DeBruin: Baby and children's hats and clothing
Fort Point Studio School: art classes
Lisa Greenfield: small paintings and prints
Julia Groos: jewelry
Mike Hammecker: painting
Jean Hangarter: photography
High Wire Cats: handmade pet toys, holiday cards and gift labels
Jacob Higginbottom: watercolor
Linda Huey: clay pottery and sculpture
Hilary Law: painted textiles: bags, totes, floorcloths, wool and cashmere scarves
MASS Production: small art pieces
Lisa Knox: painting, drawing
Robin Ann Reilly/Blue Egg Studio: baby gifts and accessories
Gabrielle Schaffner: painted functional ceramics, tiles
Lenore Tenenblatt: holiday cards
Bevan Weissman:photography

For more details, see FPAC's Open Studios Page.