5 Things You Should Know This Week – August 17th

Buckle up, Moving Day Season is upon us
September 1st is right around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s Moving Day in the neighborhood! The next few weeks are sure to promise lots of double-parked cars and moving vans, “no parking” moving permits (which residents will ignore), and trash galore! If you’re gearing up to move — or just love the annual curbside Southie Christmas— here’s how to survive (and maybe even enjoy) the chaos! Check out our guide here!
Outdoor Movie Night at the Greenway
Grab a blanket and head to Bremen Street Park Amphitheater to enjoy an outdoor screening of Rocky II on Wednesday at 6pm! Popcorn will be available while supplies last!
Treat yourself!
La Sultana Bakery features a variety of delicious baked goods, from cupcakes to flan; they even have Colombian specialties like palmertias and peras! You can check out the full menu here!
Welcome to the Neighborhood, Pomona Cafe & Wine Bar
Pomona Café & Wine Bar is officially open in Maverick Square. Located at 18 Meridian Street, the new spot is part café, part wine bar, serving everything from Colombian coffee, breakfast and brunch to small plates, dinner, wine, and cocktails. The new Eastie spot is designed to be an all-day neighborhood gathering place — stop in for coffee in the morning, meet a friend for brunch, or settle in for wine and dinner later in the day. Welcome to the neighborhood, Pomona! We can’t wait to check it out.
The 2026 Boston Triathlon Weekend
The 2026 Boston Triathlon Weekend takes place on Saturday, August 22nd, and Sunday, August 23rd. Kids Day at the Boston Tri takes place on Saturday. The Boston Tri Olympic and sprint distance races will be held on Sunday morning and are open to all, followed by the professional spectator event! Get all the details here!
Have a wonderful week! Thank you to our Caught in Eastie readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local journalism efforts!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.


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