Chinatown Zoning Rules OK'd
Boston's Zoning Commission has adopted new zoning rules for Chinatown on June 17 that the Boston Planning Department says will make it "easier for people to open small businesses, protect the historical row houses in the neighborhood, and improve the climate resilience" of the historic and cultural section of Downtown.
Adam Smith
Jun 17
BFO Scales Up Summer Series
As Boston Festival Orchestra is in the middle of its sixth season of chamber concerts and gearing up for its summer season of performances, Sampan caught up with Alyssa Wang, BFO’s artistic director and principal conductor. We asked Wang about upcoming shows and their significance.
Adam Smith
Jun 10
Quincy School Mural Sends Message of Playfulness, Community
Artist Yuke Li talks about her Chinatown mural, “Star Gatherers,” that decorates Josiah Quincy Elementary School’s lower playground.
Adam Smith
Jun 8
A Path Toward Justice
As attorney Paul W. Lee receives honorary degree this month, he reflects on his pioneering career
Esther Wang
Jun 3
Professionals Tell 'HerStory' at Quincy School
A state superior court judge, a deputy fire department commissioner, an international affairs leader, and a journalist were among the women who shared their stories at the student-led “HerStory” exhibition on May 12 at the Josiah Quincy Upper School’s black box theater. The event’s aim: To showcase the history, experiences, and achievements of Chinese American and Asian American women in the workplace and public life.
DongDong Yang
May 24
Why Housing in Hub Is Too Pricey
UMass-Boston economics prof. Keren Horn talks with Sampan about the supply problem and why it's keeping prices too high.
Adam Smith
May 20