Weekend Picks – July 7th

Ribbon Cutting at the Curley Community Center
Mayor Michelle Wu will join local elected officials and South Boston residents to officially reopen the BCYF Curley Community Center, located at 1663 Columbia Road in South Boston, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 7, at 10:00 a.m. The center underwent a $31.2 million renovation. The facility recently opened for free community tours of the newly renovated space and began limited programming on June 15. All are invited to the celebration. You can read more about this here!
Fast Friends Comedy Night at Shamrock Pub
Shamrock Pub is hosting a comedy night with Fast Friends on Friday at 8pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here!
First Fridays at the ICA
Tropic Like It’s Hot at the ICA First Fridays from 5:30pm-9pm. Dress to impress and strut to First Fridays featuring Boston Caribbean Fashion Week. CooI off with a seaside sip, dancing, and fashion. Plus, explore the ICA galleries on this night to remember. Member tickets are only available. Non-Member tickets are sold out.
Family Game Night at Carson Beach
Join South Boston En Accion (SBEA) for a family game night from 5pm-7:30pm at Carson Beach.
Petula’s is now serving brunch
Petula’s, Southie’s newest restaurant located at L and 4th, announced on social media they will be serving brunch on Saturdays and Sundays starting this weekend at 10am! Reservations are strongly recommended.
Pilates Sculpt with Heidi Anderson Wellness
Get a workout in on Saturday morning at 9:15am with Heidi Anderson Wellness. Enjoy a Pilates Sculpt class at 392 West Broadway. Don’t forget your mat! You can register here!
Explore the Best of Boston Winners in the Neighborhood
Boston Magazine recently announced their Best of Boston Winners! Here are the winners from the South Boston/Seaport neighborhood! Check them out here and stop by this weekend!
Seaport Smalls
Enjoy free fun for your tiny crew at The Superette in the Seaport on Saturdays from 10am-11am!
Summer Cocktails + Frozen Drinks
It’s summertime in Southie! The weather is getting warmer, so why not cool off with some deliciously cool cocktails and frozen drinks in the neighborhood? Check out our roundup!
TRILLFIT Cardio Dance Class at Carson Beach
Grab a friend and get outside for a *free* TRILLFIT Cardio Dance class with stunning views of Boston Harbor! Enjoy TRILLFIT’s signature dance class blends Beyonce-worthy choreography with multiple rounds of HIIT to sweat your way to a tighter, more toned body. Classes are free, but require advanced registration. Sneakers Required. All levels are welcome. Meet near Carson Beach at the McCormack Bathhouse. Get the details here!
Live Music Roundup
Friday at Capo, it’s Cold Wayne at 7pm. On Saturday, it’s Maddi Ryan at 7pm and on Sunday it’s Sinatra Sunday with Rich Dimare and the Ron Poster Trio at 5pm.
Lawn on D has Dis N Dat on Friday from 5pm-9pm. On Sunday, it’s DJ Mastermind from 5pm-9pm.
Seapoint Sundays launch this Sunday with live music with Joe McD III from 4pm-7pm. Every Sunday later afternoon will feature live music from 4pm-7pm.
Hunter’s is featuring Rob Joyce on Friday at 5pm. On Saturday, it’s Stu Sinclair at 3pm and on Sunday, it’s Matty Sheehan at 2pm followed by It’s Ya Boy KR at 9pm.
Now Open in the Neighborhood
FoMu, a Boston-based small-batch ice cream company known for its all-natural ingredients, is now popping up in the Seaport District. FoMu’s signature ice creams are made with coconut milk and a blend of organic, natural sweeteners. This is especially great news if you are lactose intolerant! The new spot located at 155 Seaport Blvd. is open seven days a week from 12pm-10pm. Plus, another pop-up is coming to Quincy Market.
Snap + Tag at Lifted
Participate in the Snap + Tag Promo happening at Lifted Pool Bar/Restaurant at the Omni Boston Hotel on Summer Street. Take a photo of the #GETLIFTED sign, post + tag them on Instagram to get a free dessert with drink or entrée purchase.* Lifted Restaurant also has a live DJ on the weekend!
Check out our Summer Guide
It’s summer in Southie – the hottest place to be! Forget Newport or the Cape. We’ve got it all right here – beaches, boats, roof decks, dining al fresco, and some of the coolest people around! We’ve got the scoop on everything that’s “Hot in Southie” this summer, from places to eat and drink apres beach, to summer workouts, outdoor music, and more. If it’s happening in Southie this summer, you’ll find it in our summer guide!
Check back as this list may be updated.

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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