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CIS Dog of the Day – Frankie
Get to know the dogs in the neighborhood! Our new series – CIS Dog of the Day – will feature a new dog from the [...]
Happy Trails To You – Take a trip on the Ice Cream Trail in Massachusetts
Listen up, ice cream lovers—and honestly, who doesn't love ice cream? The state of Massachusetts just launched its new ice cream trail, featuring over 100 [...]
Caught Reading in Southie! New Book Reviews for You!
It’s been a busy summer for this educator, so my apologies for these reviews coming in a bit late. My days have been full of [...]
Kidsfest at The LOT – July 27th
Family Fun! Bring the whole family down to The LOT for Kidsfest! On the Dot® is hosting Kidsfest on July 27th from 12-5PM. The event [...]
Southie History Lesson – The Head House
It may be hard to imagine, but Pleasure Bay was once home to its own beachside resort of sorts, complete with ice cream shops, restaurants, [...]
Caught Reading in August – three new reviews!
There are a few more weeks of summer! Here are a few more books to get through August! Book 1: The Quiet Tenant By: Clemence [...]
15 years later, a look back at the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon in South Boston
Since 2009, athletes from all over the world have come to South Boston to compete in the Boston Triathlon. The swim course starts and finishes [...]
Lookin’ for a Fight – Boston – UFC’s Dana White Makes Stops in Southie
In the latest episode of Lookin' for a Fight, UFC President (and former Southie resident) Dana White was in Boston recently in preparation for UFC [...]
A New Jewelry Shop Continues the Calnan Name
Those who grew up in Southie may remember visiting Calnan’s Card and Gift Shop, a neighborhood staple that sold gifts, religious goods, and jewelry. Now, [...]
Heather Is Dreaming of a Lazy Girl Job
The other day I shared an article about the “Lazy Girl Job” TikTok trend via Instagram stories (I’m HERE if you’d like to follow me). [...]
Massachusetts Brewers Guild – has a new president – CIB’s Adam Romanow
In their roles as President and Vice President of the Massachusetts Brewers Guild, two industry leaders with varied experience are eager to support fellow business [...]
Not So Righteous Gemstones, Heather’s Favorite Crystals
I’ve gone through many phases in my life. The jeans hem dragging on the ground phase, the going out top phase, the fitness phase, the [...]
Summertime Fun: The Harry McDonough Sailing Program
Sometimes it’s easy to forget Southie is a seaside neighborhood. But each July and August, the Harry McDonough Sailing Program at Castle Island brings all [...]
The Root of the T’s Problems and Why There’s Hope
Southie residents know all too well the inconsistency of the MBTA. With the transit system being our primary car-free route into the main city, it’s [...]
Bird is the Word – Let’s do some birdwatching in the neighborhood!
Nothing thrills me more than hearing a cardinal out my window. Its cheerful singing draws me to the window to look around and spot the red bird [...]
Mayor Wu Announces the Launch of Dear Summer Mix Tape
BOSTON – Monday, July 17, 2023 – Building on the City’s commitment to a safe, healthy, joyful summer and empowering local artists, Mayor Michelle Wu [...]
