Weekend Picks – MDW 2022
Our MDW Weekend Picks are brought to you by our friends at Dedham Savings Bank! You can learn more here!
Kick off the cookout season
Having a backyard cookout for Memorial Day weekend? Foodies can help you with when it comes to the meat you’re grilling! From hot dogs to hamburgers, to steak tips + delicious sides plus beer and wine, K & 8th is one stop shopping!
Order a Case of Wine
Join Social Wines Social Club! The ‘Social Club’ is Social Wines affectionate name for their client list. When you check out at the register (name and email) they remember all of your purchases. It’s a great way to refresh your memory on wines you’ve tried and helps them make suggestions for other wines based on them. They also require Social Club membership for deliveries and can easily take phone orders by looking up your previous purchases. It’s free and helps Social Wines dial in those recommendations! So stop by pick up some wine and join the Social Club!
Telegraph Hill is Back
Popular hangout has returned with new chef team, management! Get the details here!
Four Days of Brunch at Lincoln
Kick of MDW with Lincoln’s Test Brunch Kitchen! Brunch will be served on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday too! Legends of Summer Band will be playing on Sunday from 6pm-9pm too! Make your reservation today!
Out of Office Specialty Cocktail at the Shamrock
Enjoy an “Out of Office” this weekend at the Shamrock Pub! A boozy popsicle drink made with Tito’s, peach schnapps, blue curacao, soda water and simple syrup.
Support the Troops – Care Package Drive
This weekend, pitch in and help the 10th Mountain Division out Fort Drum in New York! Roza Lyons is helping out Southie native Kelly Conroy with the Adopt a Platoon care package drive! The 10th Mountain Division out Fort Drum in New York has been deployed oversees on a 9-month tour and the goal is to send care packages to each and every person in the 40+ person platoon! Get the details here!
Booze + Blooms via Love Child
Love Child is ready for all your MDW needs! From wine, beer + mixers to flowers and flags to decorate your table! Stop by! They will be closed on Monday for the Holiday.
Explore Spectacle Island
Plan your adventure to Spectacle Island! Ferry service has returned and available Friday – Sunday! Tickets for Friday service to the Islands will be 50 percent off through June 25. Boston Harbor City Cruises will offer discounted ferry tickets for $4 for a family of up to four people for families participating in EBT or SNAP programs. Public libraries across the state and all Boston Public Library branches will also offer two for the price of one passes on ferries. You can learn more about ferries here!
Mal’s Pals Fundraising Bootcamp at Motivated Fitness
Saturday at 8:30am to benefit Mal’s Pals Foundation
It’s Frosé Season at Roza Lyons
Wet your whistle! Whether you hit M Street Beach, an ice cold beer or a frozen drink and some snacks will do the trick! Head to Roza Lyons apres beach and cool off with some Watermelon Frosé! While you’re there you might as well order their pretzel sticks with cheese sauce too!
Drag Brunch at Laugh Boston
Sinatra Sunday
Kick it old school and enjoy The Ron Poster Trio and vocals by host Rich Dimare on Sunday evenings for the ultimate dinner and a show experience. The Supper Club at Capo offers two seatings – 5pm and 7pm!
Friday Lunch in Southie
Kick off the long weekend early. Treat yourself to a Friday lunch with an adult beverage in the neighborhood! Hunter’s, Publico, Shenannigan’s, The Broadway, Seapoint, Roza Lyons, Loco and Lincoln all offer lunch with beer, wine and cocktails.
Go for a Hot Girl Walk
The warm weather is finally here and a Hot Girl Walk can be a great way to enjoy the sunshine. You may be wondering what the hell is a Hot Girl Walk? Well, check out Grace’s Hot Girl Walk Guide here!
Lawn on D – MDW
The Lawn on D will be in full-swing this weekend! Food, games, and live music all weekend. Check out the schedule here!
Sports
Its’ the Celtics vs. the Heat in Game 7 on Sunday at 8:30pm. The Red Sox play the Orioles this weekend – Friday at 7:10pm, Saturday – a double-header 12:10pm and 6:10pm, Sunday at 1:35pm and Monday at 7:10pm. Here are 10 Places to Watch Sports in the Neighborhood.
Daisy Face Flow Yoga on Saturday
Join Morgan from Daisy Face Flow every Saturday morning for a weekend flow on the beach – the best way to kick off your weekend on Saturdays at 10am at Pleasure Bay Beach! The class is perfect for any level yogi and tickets are $15 per person! The class will meet right by the gazebo and parking is available first-come first serve. Come flow! You can learn more here!
New Menu at Fat Baby
Just in time for the long weekend – Fat Baby has launched a new menu! You can check it out here! On Sundays enjoy $1 fried dumplings (pork or veg) and $1 wings! Or how about some cheeseburger egg rolls? Pairs well with Mai Tais!
Lunch by the Pool
Lifted Pool Bar at the Omni Hotel + Resort at the Seaport has announced they are open daily for the season 11am-9pm. Follow them on Instagram for the latest.
Mass Fallen Heroes Memorial Rededication
On Friday Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial Rededication Ceremony will take place at 1pm. The 7th Annual Rededication of the MFH Memorial will host Gold Star Family members, elected officials, distinguished guests, and the general public in Boston’s Seaport District. Updated glass panels with the names of the most recent Fallen Heroes will be unveiled by Gold Star Family members.
William Fitzgerald Post is hosting their annual Memorial Day service on Sunday, May 29th:
0900 – Assembly at Post
0930 – Parade/March to Medal of Honor Park for the laying of the wreath ceremony at the SB Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Handle Bar Memorial Day Weekend Sale
Enjoy 25% OFF 5, 10, & 20 CLASS PACKS at the Handle Bar. Thursday through Tuesday 5/31: 25% off 5, 10, and 20 packs🎉 No code needed. Discount will apply automatically at checkout. Purchase here!
Free Admission at the ICA
The ICA is offering free admission on Memorial Day!
Ice Cream Treats in the Neighborhood
Heather has rounded up her favorite ice cream treats! Check them out and go get one (or two)!
Outdoor Dining in the Neighborhood
With these warmer temps this weekend, it’s a perfect excuse to enjoy some cocktails and food al fresco! Check out our roundup of outdoor patios that are open in the neighborhood.
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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.
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