Weekend Picks – January 9th

Need weekend plans!?! Check out our weekend picks!
PKL Single Mixers
Looking for a fun way to get out there and meet new people or maybe even find a love connection! They are hosting a men seeking men event on Friday, January 9th from 7-9pm. It is for ages 25 to 35ish. And don’t worry, there will be more in the future for all sexual orientations! Sign up here!
Get your Dancing Shoes Ready – Dennis Taylor at Roza Lyons
Wildly popular Soul, R+B singer Dennis Taylor will be performing on Saturday, January 11th at 8pm at Roza Lyons!
Patriots Watch Party at Local 149
Local 149 is the perfect place to watch the game and it just got even better! Mighty Squirrel will be doing a squares giveaway and $1 wings!! Call them to make a reservation and claim a square!Â
Providence Friars Watch Party at JJ Foley’s
Calling all Friars!! J.J. Foleys will be hosting a Friars Watch Party sponsored by Harpoon Brewery. The party is on Saturday, January 10th at 4pm. There will be a giveaway of Elan Skis and lift tickets to Vermont Ski Mountains! Not a Friars fan, just go for a delicious Guinness and a chance to win!
Dink, Drink, and Be Social at PickleBOS
Love Pickleball or looking to start playing? Dink, Drink, and Be Social is the perfect place to play on Saturday, January 10th from 5-7:30pm. The ticket includes one drink ticket, 2 and half hours of open play based on skill mix and lounge access. Get your tickets here!
Curling at SNOWPORT
You know the game you have seen at the winter Olympics? You can now try for yourself at SNOWPORT for free. The curling area is located on Harbor Way. The lane is reserved in 30 minute increments and can hold up to 8 people. It runs from Friday and Saturday from 11-9pm and Sunday 11-8pm. It also runs during the week if you can’t make it on the weekends. Book your reservation here!
Style Exchange at Loco Lounge
Calling all sustainable fashion lovers! Style Exchange will be hosting a thrift market at Loco Lounge on Sunday, January 11th from 12 to 2:30pm. It’s a neighborhood-style thrift pop-up where you can consign your own clothes or simply come browse racks and shop your neighbor’s closet. Grab a marg and browse some awesome clothes! Interested in being a vendor? Sign up here!
Treat yourself to dessert at Bottega
Add a little dessert to your weekend at Bottega, featuring Italian sweets like cannoli, tiramisu and limoncelo cake. You can check out the dessert line up here! Pairs perfectly with an espresso or cappuccino.
Make Your Own Pizza at Bardo’s
Bardo’s is hosting a Make Your Own Pizza event on Sunday, January 11th at 11:30 am. It is a fun activity for all ages! The ticket includes a pizza-making kit and a drink. The pizza chef will cook your masterpiece to enjoy! Get your tickets here!
Wellness Menu at Loco
Are you starting this year off fresh and making healthier choices? Well, Loco is the place for you! Yes, you can still go to loco and hit your goals!! The menu is plant-based and includes a Green Goddess Power Wrap, which looks delicious! Secure your spot here!
Wine + Za at Petula’s
On Sundays, starting at 4 pm-closing, enjoy a delicious pizza and a bottle of wine for just $55 at Petula’s. A great way to end your weekend!
Live Music Round Up
The Playwright – features DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 9pm followed by Country Sundays with live bands starting at 6pm. Check out the schedule here!Â
Hunter’s – Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 1-4pm, and Sunday 3-6pm and 9pm-12am. Follow Hunter’s on Instagram for their schedule!
Capo – In addition to Sinatra Sunday with Rich Dimare and the Ron Poster Trio on Sundays at 5pm, there are live bands and DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays. Follow Capo on Instagram for the schedule!
Lincoln – Legends of Summer on Sundays at 6pm.
Grace by Nia – features live music all weekend long! You can check out the schedule here.Â
Loco –performers and DJ in the main space and the lounge on the weekend! Look on their Instagram story for lineup!
SPORTS!
Bruins vs. Rangers – Saturday, January 10th at 1pm
Bruins vs. Penguins – Sunday, January 11th at 5pm
Celtics vs. Raptors– Friday, January 9th at 7pm
Celtics vs. Spurs– Saturday, January 10th at 8pm
Patriots vs. Chargers – Sunday, January 11th at 8pm
Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!
Open House
13 Howell Street, #3 – Sunday 12pm-2pm
Check back as this list may be updated!Â
5th generation South Boston native, who rarely travels outside of Southie. Hobbies include grabbing drinks, walking around the neighborhood, and spending time with her bulldog, Chubbs. Her perfect day would be going on a stroll to get a coffee, followed by lunch at Loco, then drinks at Hunter’s, and grabbing a slice of pizza for the walk home.

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