Make waves!
This year marks the 15th year of getting cold for a great cause. Help Save the Harbor raise money for our Better Beaches Grant Program and participate in the 2025’s Shamrock Splash, the annual polar plunge at Constitution beach to splash into the clean water of Boston Harbor. There will be a costume competition and free warm food and drinks to enjoy after swimming. Takes place on Sunday, March 2nd from 11 am – 2 pm! You can register here!
New Cocktail Menu at Cunard Tavern
Cunard Tavern is debuting a new cocktail menu for you to try! Stop by this weekend and try one…or two – featuring Tavern Negroni, Jame-o & Tonic, and Metropolitan!
Bird Walk with Nature Man Mike
for all you birdwatchers out there, Nature Man Mike, a local legend, is offering a bird walk on Sunday, March 2nd from 8am-10am at Arnold Arboretum – meet in front of the Hunnewell Buidling at 125 Arborway. It’s a free event but you must register here! This two-hour walk is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced birders. Binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come-first-serve basis, but you are encouraged to bring your own!
Mariachi Night at La Hacienda
Get the weekend spirit with live mariachi on Friday nights at La Hacienda! A great way to start the weekend!
Dinner by the ocean at Reelhouse
How about dinner and drink by the water? Treat yourself to dinner and drinks at Reelhouse this weekend! You can check out the menu here!
Take a trip to the library
This place has it all! Books, eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV series and music, maps, magazines and more! It also houses beautiful remnants of “Ships Through The Ages” murals painted by Frederic Leonard King between 1934 and 1935. Beyond what can be checked out, you can participate in a plethora of classes and social gatherings. Some standouts include adult ed + certification, citizenship classes, financial empowerment, teen trivia, homework help, and children’s story hour! Check out our feature on the Eastie Library here!
Try a Cantarito
Los Alebrijes, a family-owned spot featuring Mexican food, now serves cocktails! In addition to beer, wine, and margaritas, you can also try a Cantarito – a traditional drink from Jalisco, Mexico, often found at roadside bars in Tequila Jalisco made with a blend of tequila, citrus juices, Squirt, salt, and lime juice! Los Alebrijes menu features pozole, tortilla soup, pescadillas, tacos, enchiladas, and more! Save room for the churros and ice cream for dessert!
Celebrate the Weekend at Downeast
Downeast Cider tap room is open on weekends from Thursday through Sunday!
Hot diggity dog! It’s a new season of Sully’s
A welcomed sign of spring happens next weekend – Sullivan’s will be open after a brief hiatus! The legendary hot dog stand opens its doors on Saturday, March 1st.
Brunch in Eastie!
From savory meals to sweet surprises (and much-needed hair of the dog), there’s something for everyone! Check out some of our favorite spots in East Boston for brunch!
New Workouts to Try
Shake up your workout routine and try something new! Check out our roundup here!
SPORTS!
Bruins vs. Penguins – Saturday, March 1st at 7pm.
Bruins vs. Wild – Sunday, March 2nd at 3:30pm.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers – Friday, February 28th at 7:30pm.
Celtics vs. Nuggets – Sunday, March 2nd at 1pm.
Here are 7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood!
Check back as this list may be updated!
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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