5 Things You Should Know This Week – January 12th
Try Something New
It’s a new year! Why not try something new! From Mahjong to grandma hobbies, pickleball, and learning about wine. You can check out our roundup here!
Chocolate + Cheese at Woods Hill Pier 4
The Seaport’s locally owned and seasonally inspired restaurant has two new toasty reasons to visit! Owner Kristin Canty, Executive Chef Charlie Foster and Executive Pastry Chef Kasey Geremia are taking the chill out of the air with seasonal Hot Cocoa Bombs and Cheese Fondue service at Woods Hill Pier 4. Get all the delicious details here!
PickleBOS MLK Day Kids Clinic
Looking for a fun, active way for your kids to spend MLK Day? Bring them down to PickleBOS for a morning of energy, drills, and friendly competition! Our MLK Day Kids Clinic is designed for ages 7–12, featuring great coaching, games and match play that will keep them moving from start to finish. Pizza will also be provided for all kids. Parents, you can drop off the kids or hang out and relax in our lounge while they play. Spots are limited! Visit here to register today!
Don’t miss ‘Woven Together’ before it closes on January 15
You can visit the FPAC Art Space to see how 9 artists have reimagined what fabric-based art can be. Stop by Wednesday and Thursday 12pm-6pm to check it out before it’s gone!
New Interim Executive Director Announced for MCCA
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) Board of Directors today voted unanimously to appoint John Barros as Interim Executive Director of the Authority, with a start date of January 14, 2026. Barros brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, with a dedicated career focused on economic development, equitable growth, and community impact. You can read the full details here.
Have a great week ahead!
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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