East Boston Latin Music and Dance Festival Returns September 13th

Get ready to dance, Eastie! The 5th Annual East Boston Latin Music and Dance Festival returns to East Boston Memorial Park on Sunday, September 13th. Hosted by Senator Lydia Edwards in partnership with Salsa Y Control and ZUMIX, the festival will feature live music, dancing, local artists and businesses, plus plenty of food. The celebration runs from 1pm-8pm and is free and open to everyone. Stop by, enjoy the music, grab something to eat, and do some dancing!

Remembering 9/11 – 25 years later

It’s been 25 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001.  Here are some ways to honor and remember.

Get Yourself a Library Card

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Boston Public Library is celebrating with three brand-new library card designs! Get all the details here. 

Eastie Garden Club Fall Bulb Planting Fundraiser

The Eastie Garden Club is looking to bring a little extra color to Day Square next spring! The group is raising funds to purchase and plant spring bulbs throughout the center of the square this fall. If you live nearby, own a local business, shop or dine in Day Square, or simply pass through the neighborhood, consider making a donation. A little support now can help make a big, beautiful difference come spring! You can learn more here.

The Boston Waterfront 5K takes place Saturday

The Boston Waterfront 5K is back on Saturday, September 12th, with a brand-new course and the same scenic waterfront views runners have come to love. Hosted by The McCourt Foundation, the annual race begins and ends at Leader Bank Pavilion and features a fresh route through the Seaport and along the waterfront. Open to runners and walkers of all ages, the event raises money to support The McCourt Foundation’s mission to cure neurological diseases and build healthier communities.  Get all the details here. 

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