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Why I hate Elf on the Shelf
I hate the Elf on the Shelf. One year, I spent almost two hours in a cold shed on December 1st looking for the box [...]
History Lesson – The Story of the Tree for Boston
Do you know why Boston receives a tree every year from Nova Scotia? Well, gather around and let me tell you the story of the [...]
East Boston Marketplace will take place on Tuesday, November 18
The East Boston Chamber of Commerce is rolling out the East Boston Marketplace on Tuesday, November 18th from 5–7pm at the ICA Watershed (256 Marginal [...]
Guide to Thanksgiving in East Boston 2025
Get your stretchy pants ready. It’s almost Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up some fun ways to celebrate the holiday right here in the neighborhood. Wine + [...]
Quack, Quack! Duckling Day Returns to Boston Common This Sunday – Be a Part of It!
Get those yellow outfits and duck costumes ready—Duckling Day is taking place on Boston Common this Sunday, and the forecast is looking sunny and warm! It’s the [...]
New Show at Atlantic Works Gallery: The Art of Letting Go
The Atlantic Works Gallery recently announced its new May exhibition, The Art of Letting Go. The Art of Letting Go features work by two AWG [...]
6 Parks and Green Spaces in East Boston
East Boston is spoiled for choice when it comes to green spaces, from the recently opened Piers Park II to the picturesque LoPresti Park. Now [...]
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday!
Calling all book lovers and local business supporters—this Saturday, April 26, is Independent Bookstore Day, and no better way to celebrate than by visiting Over [...]
Save the Date: Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hour on June 6th
BOSTON – Friday, April 11, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Neighborhood Services, and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the dates and [...]
Playtime starts now: Introducing Clover Clubhouse in South Boston
Hot coffee, healthy snacks and happy kids. What else could a parent want? Soon enough, they will be the ones asking their kids if they [...]
Let’s Go Sailing – Piers Park Sailing Center
Located on the Eastie waterfront, Piers Park Sailing Center, this nonprofit offers access to sailing for beginners and experienced sailors! Learn to sail The Learn [...]
New Show at Atlantic Works Gallery: Two Painters / Dos pintores
Featuring the work of Diane Teubner and Renato Viganego Opening Reception: 
Saturday, April 5, 5 - 8 pm Third Thursday Reception and artists' talks:
Thursday, April [...]
Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity Opens 2025 Summer Jobs Portal. Zoo, Aquarium, Harbor Islands All Hiring!
Your first job usually sucks. Whether you’re babysitting, bussing tables at a local restaurant, or having some weird under-the-table gig through a family friend, a [...]
Mary Ellen Welch: The Eastie Trailblazer Who Transformed a Neighborhood
Boston Parks and Recreation is celebrating Women's History Month with the local women who have helped shape Boston’s parks and open spaces. Recently, they posted [...]
Turkey Tips to Keep You Safe During Mating Season
Helpful tips on dealing with these birds We’re sure you’ve seen turkeys roaming the neighborhood streets. Sometimes, it's just one turkey alone. Other times, it's [...]
Riverdance Celebrates 30 Years with an Epic Tour
Get ready, Boston, because the global phenomenon that is Riverdance is celebrating 30 years of jaw-dropping performances, and the anniversary tour will be in town April 8th [...]
