5 Things You Should Know This Week – September 12th
Be informed. Get involved.
The Boston Planning and Development Agency will host a virtual community meeting to discuss 244-284 A Street on Monday, September 12th from 6pm-8pm. Zoom Link: bit.ly/3JJLMPv Toll Free: (833) 568 – 8864. You can learn more of the details of this project here.
South Boston Street Festival
The South Boston Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation, is pleased to announce the 22nd South Boston Street Fest, which will take place Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on East Broadway between I and L streets. There will be shopping, food/drink and live entertainment. Get the full details here!
41st Anniversary of South Boston Vietnam Memorial
South Boston Vietnam Veterans will celebrate the 41st Anniversary of the South Boston Vietnam Memorial, located in Medal of Honor Park on East Broadway, on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 USS Constitution Commander Billie J. Farrell, U.S. Navy, will be the keynote speaker. A Memorial Mass will be held in St. Brigid Church, 841 East Broadway, South Boston, at 10:30 a.m., followed by an 11:30 a.m. rededication ceremony at the memorial.
Free Ferry to Spectacle Island
In September and October, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay will host three free day trips to Spectacle Island from 10am – 2:30PM on Sunday September 18th, Sunday September 25th, and Sunday October 2nd. They will also host three free Sunset Cruises towards Boston Light from 5:30pm – 7:30pm on Tuesday September 27th, Wednesday September 28th, and Saturday October 15th. You can reserve your spot here!
Half-Way to St. Paddy’s Day Party
Join 02127 Promotions as they count down to St. Paddy’s Day! All net profits will be donated to the SBAWVC 2023 Evacuation Day/St. Patrick’s Day Parade! This fun event will take place on Saturday, September 17th at 7pm at Florian Hall. Devri “Boston’s Irish Band” along with DJ Sean O’Toole will be the live entertainment! Tickets are $25 and can be purchased 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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