Get Crafty
The Mary Ellen Welch Greenway is hosting a unique opportunity for kids to create paper mache art! Pascal Gangi will demonstrate and instruct participants in creating their own art projects! Paint and glue will be used, so dress accordingly. This fun event will take place at the East Boston Public Library on Saturday from 10am-12pm.
Sumner Tunnel Shutdown this Summer
Plan accordingly! The Sumner Tunnel will be closed seven days a week in from July 5 to August 5. During this time, traffic will be diverted through other signed detour routes. Get all the details here.
Last Chance to see My Window: Drawings by Leigh Hall
Atlantic Works Gallery June exhibition is a solo show of the artwork of AWG founding member Leigh Hall. visitors will see four large-scale, wall-size “tape drawings!” The show ends on June 29th!
Listen up, Orange Line Commuters
MBTA is reminding riders that Orange Line service will be suspended daily between North Station and Wellington from June 24 through June 30. Riders are encouraged to consider the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line for fare-free service between Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. Regular fares should be purchased beyond Oak Grove. Plus, free Bluebikes. Get all the details here!
Boston Parks + Rec’s Summer Program Guide
Looking for outdoor fun this summer? Check out the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Guide, a complete schedule of free events and activities for all ages. Visit boston.gov/parks to view the Summer Guide in a PDF version or visit our offices at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, 3rd floor, to pick up your copy. Summer Guides are also available at Boston City Hall and select BCYF center locations. The guide features free activities throughout Boston’s parks, including concerts, movies, fitness classes, sports centers, watercolor painting workshops, and fun children’s activities. Get the details here!
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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