5 Things You Should Know This Week – November 7th
Compost your pumpkins
Give your Halloween pumpkins a new life and compost them curbside on your neighborhood trash day! You can learn more here! Check out the pick-up schedule here!
Thank you, Veterans!
Originally known as Armistice Day to honor the living veterans of World War I, Veterans Day has transformed into a holiday celebrating all who have served and are serving their country. Here are some things happening in the neighborhood to celebrate.
Sip, Sip, Hooray! CiderFeast Returns to Southie
Calling all cider lovers! CiderFeast returns to the South Boston Lithuanian Citizens’ Association at 368 West Broadway on Saturday, November 14th, from 1pm–4pm (VIP entry begins at noon). Sample hard ciders from New England and beyond, meet the cidermakers, and enjoy delicious eats from local favorites like Loco, Mei Mei Dumplings, and more. General admission tickets start at $45 and include cider tastings. This event is 21+. Get your tickets here.
Patriots, Breakfast + Lederhosen at the Seapoint
Dust off your lederhosen and head to the Seapoint on Sunday, November 15th! They’ll be opening bright and early at 9am for the Patriots game in Germany, complete with breakfast specials. Stick around for live music with Mark Flynn, plus a Robert Farrell Art Show upstairs from 1pm–4pm. Football, food, music, and local art — sounds like a pretty good Sunday in Southie.
Alfredo’s has a new location
After 23 years at 243 Dorchester Street, Alfredo’s is moving to a new home in Southie. But don’t worry, it’s not going far. The neighborhood favorite is relocating to 320 Dorchester Street, at the corner of Old Colony Avenue. The new, modern space will feature a larger dining room, giving customers a place to sit down and enjoy Alfredo’s popular steak tips, chicken broccoli Alfredo, Italian-style pizzas, and more. Alfredo’s officially closed its original location on Friday, November 6th, and will begin serving customers at its new spot on Saturday, November 7th. To celebrate, Alfredo’s will host a grand opening on Tuesday, November 10th, featuring 25% off all day for pickup and walk-in orders. Same Alfredo’s favorites, brand-new spot.
Prepare for Thanksgiving
We’ve got the scoop on where to get freshly baked pies, delicious side dishes, and, most importantly, the turkey! You can check out our Thanksgiving prep roundup here!
BONUS: Prepare for Thanksgiving
We’ve got the scoop on where to get freshly baked pies, delicious side dishes, and, most importantly, the turkey! You can check out our Thanksgiving prep roundup here!
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Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
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