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Update: Shuttle Buses to Replace Red Line in May – Get the details
Shuttle Buses Will Now Replace Red Line from Park Street to JFK/UMass on May 2-10, Evening Shuttle Buses Will Now Replace Red Line from Park Street to Ashmont on May 2-9 This update is due to the extension of Track Improvement Program work on the Blue Line. BOSTON – The...
Blank Street Coffee Review
If you’ve walked around downtown Boston or New York recently, you may have noticed a new coffee chain rapidly conquering the streets. Seemingly out of nowhere, Blank Street Coffee has risen to the level of franchises like Starbucks, Dunkin’, and Caffe Nero—and this March, it finally found its way to Southie at 489 East Broadway. As an iced coffee connoisseur, I decided now would be a perfect time to see how the new chain measures up.
Art in Bloom Returns to the MFA this Weekend!
Through Sunday, you can explore these beautiful interpretive floral arrangements of 45 artworks – including our friends at Market Studio. Enjoy the creativity of many talented volunteer and professional floral designers. It’s free with admission! You can learn more here!
Dog-Friendly Spring Spots In the Neighborhood
While Boston restaurants and bars require permits for pups, there’s a list of spots that roll out the welcome mat for your four-legged friends! Here’s a rundown of some of the dog-friendly places in the neighborhood:. Yappy Hour @ Dorchester aka DOGchester Brewing Co. Open for walk-ins or...
Weekend Picks – April 26th
Head over to Castle Island Brewery for a Bardo’s pizza-making workshop on Sunday, April 28th, from 11am-1pm. It is a great activity for all ages! The ticket includes a personal pizza pan, pizza ingredients, and a chef’s hat. There is also a gluten-free kit available! Get your tickets here!
May Service Changes: MBTA Continues Work to Improve Reliability Across the System – including the Red Line
BOSTON – The MBTA today announced service changes in May on the Red, Green, Orange, Kingston, Greenbush, Middleborough/Lakeville, Fairmount, Newburyport/Rockport, and Haverhill lines. The MBTA will continue working to maintain its infrastructure and improve reliability across the system. Riders can find more information on service changes through in-station signage,...
Shop, Sip, & Save at the South Boston Spring Stroll May 9
Join the South Boston Chamber of Commerce and South Boston NDC in celebrating the arrival of spring at the eagerly anticipated annual Spring Stroll on Thursday, May 9. Kicking off at 4 p.m., take a leisurely evening walk along Broadway and its surrounding areas to indulge in a delightful array of discounts, refreshments, and special promotions offered by our local small businesses and restaurants. This is the perfect opportunity to do your Mother’s Day shopping!
City Councilor Ed Flynn Writes Letter to BPD Commissioner Cox re: Drag racing, dirt bikes, and dangerous stunts in neighborhood streets
Below see a letter written to BPD Commissioner Cox re: Drag racing, dirt bikes, and dangerous stunts in neighborhood streets. You can check out a video of the “situation” here. Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken...
Some Themed Event Suggestions for Southie Bars + Restaurants from Heather Foley
First of all, let me congratulate The Broadway on a super successful Beyonce Brunch. Kudos to you! And now, with the success of that Beyonce Brunch and the Vanderpump Rules premiere parties that popped up a couple of months ago, I humbly ask our local bars and restaurants, can ya do more fun stuff that isn’t just male sports focused?
City Tap Hosts Swiftie Trivia Brunch on April 27
Fort Point hotspot celebrates all things Taylor with themed trivia. The (never-ending) era of Taylor Swift continues as City Tap House hosts a Miss Americana-themed trivia brunch on April 27. Gather your friendship bracelet-wearing Swiftie-smarties and get ready to make Travis’ better half proud. In between rounds of T-Swizzle...
BPDA Virtual Community Meetings: Reserve Channel Development
The Boston Planning and Development Agency will host two meetings in May to discuss the Reserve Channel Development. Project Proponent: Oxford Pappas (OXP) The BPDA is hosting a virtual Public Meeting to discuss the recently. filed Reserved Channel Development project in South Boston. The. purpose of the meeting is to...
5 Things You Should Know This Week – April 22nd
April 22nd is Earth Day, and there are plenty of simple ways to celebrate right here in the neighborhood! Check out our roundup here!. Be informed. Get involved. The Boston Planning and Development Agency is hosting a virtual meeting to discuss the Reserved Channel on Monday, April 22nd from 6pm-8pm to discuss the Reserved Channel Development project. You can get all the details.
Weekend Picks – April 19th
Need weekend plans?!? We’ve got you covered! And Happy 4/20 to all those who garden!. Join Castle Island Brewery for the high holiday on Saturday, April 20th, starting at 1pm. There will be a special release beer, a tie-dye station, and a learn-to-roll station with Native Sun! Dan Walker will be performing live reggae music from 1-4pm. Make sure to stop by!
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