5 Things You Should Know This Week – May 22nd
Volunteer, Honor + Remember – Patriots Week
Mass Fallen Heros has organized several events leading up to Memorial Day in the Seaport District. Volunteers ca help kick off Patriot Week by building a sea of flags in honor of our Military Fallen Heroes on Monday from 9am-11am. These flags will remain standing through the Rededication Ceremony to commemorate Patriot Week. You can learn more here. Rededication takes place on Friday. You can get the details here.Â
Be informed. Get involved.
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority will host a community discussion regarding the future of MCCA-owned parcels on D & E Street by the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC).
May 23, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at District Hall Boston
MCCA officials will be presenting and available to answer questions.
Register for the Boston Waterfront 5K
The Boston Waterfront 5K is Boston’s most unique 5K course with over a mile of running along the water, a fantastic post-race celebration with music, a beer garden, pizza, and more. This fun event takes place on Saturday, June 4th at 10am! You can register here.Â
Rooftop Hip Hop Class at 7INK with YDT
Dance. Views. YDT margs. Wednesday, May 24th at 7INK (217 Albany Street) from 7pm-8pm. Enjoy an hour hip hop class with Spice with instructor Shawna Landers! This class is for all folks who want to learn a 🔥 choreographed dance routine and get SPICY at the same time! Enjoy snacks and margaritas from Yellow Door! Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers! You can get your tickets here!Â
Take a Grand Ten Tour/Tasting
Grand Ten Distillery offers weekly tours + tastings. Enjoy small-batch spirits (rum, gin, vodka, whiskey) inspired by Boston history and top-rated bartenders who create standout cocktails and conversation. Cocktail enthusiasts can learn some of the distillery’s secrets and enjoy a tasting of three of GrandTen’s Boston-inspired spirits. Thursday-Sunday – 1 hour long. Tour w/ tasting = $15; Tour = $8. 21+ only. Reserve your spot here!
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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