5 Things You Should Know This Week – October 19th

Early Voting Has Begun in Boston
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd, but why wait? Early voting in Boston kicks off on Saturday, October 17th, and runs through Friday, October 30th. Registered Boston voters can cast their ballots at any early voting location in the city, regardless of where they live. No excuse or special reason is needed!
Where to Vote Early in Southie
- Condon Community Center – 200 D Street
- Saturday, October 24th, and Sunday, October 25th
- 11am–7pm
You can also vote early at Boston City Hall on select weekdays or at other neighborhood locations throughout the city. Learn more here.
USS Constitution to Celebrate 229th Birthday with Final Sail of the Season
The USS Constitution, aka “Old Ironsides,” will take one final trip around Boston Harbor on Wednesday, October 21st, to celebrate the ship’s 229th birthday and the U.S. Navy’s 251st birthday! During the underway, the historic ship will fire a 21-gun salute near Fort Independence at approximately 11:30am, followed by a 17-gun salute near the U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston around noon.
Howl-O-Ween at Roza Lyons 🐶🎃
Calling all Southie dog lovers! Roza Lyons is bringing back its annual Howl-O-Ween Party on Saturday, October 24th, from 4pm–6pm! Dress your four-legged friends in their best Halloween costumes for a dog costume contest, treats for the pups, and drinks for the humans! Plus, special guests Schultz Guest House, Lucky One Seltzer, Golden Days Seltzer, and Wolfies Treats will be joining the fun. It’s sure to be a tail-wagging good time!
Children’s Magical Halloween Castle Walk
It’s Back! Have a hiatus, the Children’s Halloween Castle Walk will take place on Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th from 12noon-4pm. FREE ADMISSION. Storyteller. Costumes encouraged. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Park City Pumpkinfest
Get the costumes ready! Park City Southie is hosting its annual Pumpkinfest on Sunday, October 25th from 1–4pm with pumpkin decorating, face painting, fall treats, live music, games, and plenty of family-friendly fun. There will also be a costume parade, so costumes are definitely encouraged! Get the details and tickets here.

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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