5 Things You Should Know This Week – July 28, 2025
Game Day on Pappas Way
Game Day on Pappas Way returns this month! The next free and family-friendly event will be a Kids Pop Party trivia night on Thursday, July 31 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at the Recreation Station on Pappas Way in South Boston. The evening will feature bites from The Sausage Guy, snacks, and beverages, as well as field games, prizes, and plenty of fun! Registration is free at this link.
Southie Pop Up Opening Day at PickleBOS
PickleBOS will open a 4 pop-up courts on Monday, July 28th. Court reservations & open plays are available in the app here!
Free Arts + Crafts in the Neighborhood
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s annual ParkARTS program is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops for children. From West Roxbury to East Boston, kids ages three to ten can enjoy a wide variety of arts and crafts activities led by local artists at the workshops held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Thursdays, July 31, 7, & 14 at Medal of Honor Park, South Boston. You can check out the full schedule here!
Guide to Summer in Southie
It’s summer in Southie – the hottest place to be! Forget Newport or the Cape, we’ve got it all right here – beaches, boats, roof decks, dining al fresco, and some of the coolest people around! Check out our guide here!
Be informed. Get involved.
The Boston Planning Agency is hosting a community meeting on Monday, August 4th at 6pm to discuss a development project at 43 Preble Street. Register: bosplans.org/43PrebleSt-0804 Toll Free: (833) 568 – 8864 Meeting ID: 160 992 5696. You can learn more here!
Bonus:
Capri, a new Italian restaurant by the Broadway Restaurant Group, is opening this week in the South End! The new future hot spot is opening at 500 Harrison Ave. You can check out the menu here.
Have a wonderful week!
“You do not find the happy life. You make it.” — Camilla Eyring Kimball
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.
Weekend Picks – December 5th
Light Up Seaport Takes Place on Friday, December 5th
Get your Tickets to the 2nd Annual Caught in Southie Festive Stoop Stroll to benefit the Ollie!