5 Things You Should Know This Week – November 16th

Virtual Abutters Meeting to Discuss McDonald’s on West Broadway
Could a McDonald’s be coming to South Boston? A virtual abutters meeting is scheduled to discuss a proposal for a McDonald’s at 474 West Broadway. The proposal seeks a common victualler license for the restaurant, with proposed operating hours of 5am to 1am, seven days a week. The City of Boston will host a virtual abutters meeting on Monday, November 16th, from 6pm to 7pm, giving neighbors a chance to learn more about the proposal, ask questions, and share feedback.
Meeting Details:
- When: Monday, November 16th, 6pm–7pm
- Where: Virtual via Zoom
- Meeting ID: 165 994 9861
- Proposal: McDonald’s at 474 West Broadway
Residents can find additional information here.
Monday Night Football + $1 Tenders at The Playwright
Football and $1 chicken tenders? Yes, please. Head to The Playwright for Monday Night Football and enjoy $1 tenders after 6pm. Order five, ten, or fifteen — we won’t judge. Dine-in only, and tenders must be ordered in increments of five. Not a bad way to start the week.
Love at First Strike at South Boston Bowl
Looking for love? Maybe you’ll find it in the bowling alley. Volo and Tinder are teaming up for Love at First Strike at South Boston Bowl on Tuesday, November 17th, from 7pm–9pm. Mix, mingle, bowl a few frames, and maybe meet your perfect match. Tickets are $18 and include bowling and two slices of pizza. A fun way to meet new people in the neighborhood, whether you strike out or strike up a conversation. Register here.
Guide to Thanksgiving
Get your stretchy pants ready. It’s almost Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up ways to help you prepare for Thanksgiving. Check out our guide here!
Volunteers Needed
For over 35 years, the Msgr. Thomas J. McDonnell and Frank Kelly Thanksgiving Dinner has been bringing the South Boston community together to make sure no one goes without a holiday meal. This year, organizers are once again looking for volunteers to help make it happen. Volunteers are needed on Monday, November 23rd, and Tuesday, November 24th, to help with setup and cooking. On Wednesday, November 25th, volunteers are needed for plating and meal deliveries from 11am–1pm at the Ed & Jean Shifflett Community Hall at St. Monica’s. Need a Thanksgiving meal? Call 617-799-8670 by Monday, November 23rd, and leave your name, phone number, address, and number of meals needed. Want to help but can’t volunteer? Donations are also welcome. Checks can be made payable to S.B.A.W.V.C. with “Holiday Dinner” in the memo and dropped off at Deja Brew, 704 East Broadway.
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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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