5 Things You Should Know This Week – September 29th

It’s National Coffee Day
Let’s celebrate National Coffee Day in the neighborhood! Here’s a roundup of local coffee shops in Southie! Now more than ever, it’s important to show them some love and support.
Jumpstart Connections at Barre Groove in South Boston
On Sunday, October 5th, from 12:30pm-2pm, enjoy a free event designed for female entrepreneurs and business owners who want to sweat, connect, and empower one another in a supportive, uplifting space! This event will feature a special workout, followed by networking opportunities. You can sign up here!
Mangia!
Bottega, a new Italian eatery, is officially open! Stop by for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or all three! Bottega’s breakfast menu features fresh frittatas, breakfast paninis, espresso, cappuccino, iced coffee, and more! For lunch and dinner, feast on paninis, pasta, including our build-your-own pasta bowl, fresh salads, delicious desserts, and more! You can check out the full menu here! Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri – 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM and Sun, Sat – 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Community Meeting to discuss development at 662-666 East Broadway
The Boston Planning Department will host a virtual community meeting to discuss a development project at 662-666 East Broadway on Monday, September 29th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Register: bosplans.org/662-666EBroadway-09-29 Toll Free: (833) 568 – 8864 Meeting ID: 161 402 9009. You can learn more here.
Oktoberfest at Harpoon
Harpoon Brewery Harpoon’s Oktoberfest takes place on October 3rd and October 4th. Tickets include chicken dancing, live oompah music, pretzel-eating contests, and a big selection of Harpoon beers and ales.
Bonus: Hurry, last call for the Splendoria giveaway (131 Seaport Blvd.) ends Tuesday, Sept 30. Enter for an opportunity to win a $1,000 gift card. See full rules here.
Have a great week!

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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