Weekend Picks – December 18th

Lulu Green + Union Square Donuts

Lulu Green has teamed up Union Square Donuts to bring you the best vegan donuts in the city. 4-Pack pre-ordering is now live for pick up + delivery for both December 19th and December 24th. Ready, set, go donuts! 

Order your Christmas Food + Drink

While you’re staying home for the holidays, let these local businesses help make them a little easier! 

Wrap Star – Boston Gift Wrapping

Need help wrapping your gifts this holiday season? Boston Gift Wrapping is here to help! Pricing starts at $3 for small items up to $8+ for large items.  Storage available until Christmas Eve for $25 and Delivery on Christmas Eve starting at $30.  For more information, DM Boston Gift Wrapping on Instagram.

Best of Test Kitchen Brunch at Lincoln

Celebrate the Best of the Brunch at Best of BTK at Lincoln on Friday, December 11th and Friday, December 18th from 10am-3pm!  Reservations strongly recommended! 

MyStryde Retail Open on Saturday

MyStryde will open on Saturday for a little retail therapy! The new fitness studio features Lululemon, Oiselle, On Running shoes, winter running gear, sports face masks, swag and more.  You can also book a personal training session or book the studio for 50 minutes to have yourself a workout!  Follow MyStryde on Instagram for special deals and discounts too!

‘Tis the Season of Self Care – SuiteSix Membership

SuiteSix is offering a monthly membership for $149 and it includes one monthly facial or IV drip, 1 brow or lip wax, $10/unit of Botox at anytime, 10% off products and $100 off device treatments!  Great gift idea or treat yourself – you deserve it, right? You can learn more here! 

Drive Thru Toy Drive

State Rep. David Biele is hosting a drive-thru toy drive on Saturday and Sunday for local children and families at the BCEC Loading Docks from 10-2 (both days) contactless drop off. You can see a map to access the loading docks via Cypher Street here. There is also a virtual option for anyone wishing to participate remotely. Please email [email protected] for information on remote options and for any other questions.

Ugly Sweater + Thrifted Vines at Dorchester Brewing Co.

Put on an ugly sweater and head to Dorchester Brewing Co. on Saturday. Thrifted Vines will be popping up with a beautiful selection of plants – perfect for gift giving. DBC will also be kicking off their 12 Days of Discounts with 25% off all merch to-go in the tap room.

Squish the Fish

Patriots vs. Fish on Sunday at 1pm!  These local businesses will help you get ready for the big game!  From tailgate snacks, game day specials like $5 pizzas and $12 domestic pitchers and $14 imported pitchers at Seapoint, plus VIP game watching, it’s all right here! 

Support our Small Businesses

Shop our Small Business Holiday Gift Guide! The neighborhood is full of of amazing small businesses, makers and entrepreneurs offering unique goods and services. Caught in Southie wants to make it simple to shop local this holiday season. Our guide is filled with gift ideas including everything from home goods and jewelry to beauty products and gift cards! Speaking of supporting small businesses, the City of Boston is offering free meter parking on Saturdays for you to shop locally! 

Holiday Helper

Help the South Boston Neighborhood House with their Holiday Helper initiative!  $5 help provides gift and holiday dinner baskets to families in need.  You can donate $5 with the Dip Jar at Roza Lyons, The Broadway and The Playwright.  Just dip your debit/credit card in the top of the jar, pull it back out and your done