Weekend Picks – November 17th

Need weekend plans? We’ve got you covered!
Linkxlou at Love Child
On Friday from 5pm-7pm, Love Child will host Linxlou Boston -permanent jewelry! You can reserve your spot here!
SHED Grand Opening Celebration
SHED Personal Training Studio is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location in South Boston on Friday! Stop by 141 Dorchester Ave. and take part in the celebration! Check out the space, sips some wine from @socialwines, and snack on charcuterie via @talyasdirtyitalian. See what Southie’s Rentable Fitness Space is all about! The fun starts at 4pm! You can RSVP here!
Friendsgiving at Castle Island Brewery
Head on down to Castle Island Brewery for a Friendsgiving celebration on November 18th all day long. Castle Island Brewery has invited their friends, aka other breweries, to show off their brews. The breweries joining will be Aeronaut Brewing Co, Brockton Beer Co, Wandering Soul, Remnant Brewing, Brick & Feather, and Loophole Brewing. They will also have live music and games.
Curling at SNOWPORT
You know the game you have seen at the Winter Olympics? You can now try it for yourself at SNOWPORT. The curling area is located on Harbor Way. They accept walk-ups and reservations. The lane is reserved in 30-minute increments and can hold up to 12 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!
One Year of Fresh Boston
Help Fresh celebrate one year of business in South Boston! Make a reservation today!
Sweater Weather Sounds at Harpoon Brewery
Harpoon is offering live music on Fridays and Sundays during the fall. The live music will be from Friday, November 17th from 5:30-8:30pm and Sunday, November 19th 1-4pm. Grab a beer and a pretzel and enjoy the live music. Get the lineup and more info here!
Self Love Retreat at East Side Yoga
This mini-retreat is for those who can’t take the time to get away to a full-blown retreat. You can expect to leave this special retreat feeling more connected to yourself and others, full of love and light. This special retreat takes place on Sunday, November 19th 1pm-5pm. You can sign up here!
Retreat will include:
– Self love, open heart yoga
– Divine Love Reiki experience
– Guided journaling
– Community connection and discussion regarding self love
– Meditation and breathwork
– Best practices for moving forward
Brave Daughters Grand Opening
Following the success of its pop-up at Boston’s Iconic retail incubator, The Current, Brave Daughters, the bespoke forever jewelry brand has a new home in the neighborhood at The Superette. Help them celebrate at the grand opening event on Friday from 7pm-10pm!
Loco Sip and Shop
Booty by Brabants is hosting a Sip and Shop at Loco Lounge on Sunday, November 19th from 12-3pm. Sip on a margarita and enjoy up to 40% off Booty by Brabants. Organic Bath & Co. and Love Child will also be setting up shop with flowers. Loco will also be selling merch and providing a complimentary chips and guacamole bar. Make your reservation here!
Activities at the Boston Children’s Museum
The Boston Children’s Museum is offering the opportunity to explore weaving and work with laser-cut string art. The activity is for kids ages 3-6+ and will be running all weekend long. Get your tickets here!
New Winter Cocktails at The Broadway
The Broadway has announced a whole slew of seasonal cocktails for winter!
🍷WINTER SPICED SANGRIA:
Red Blend, Blood Orange Infused Vodka, Local Cranberry, Winter Spices, Lemon, Soda, Fresh Fruit
🥭: HEADIN’ SOUTH:
Spicy! Ghost Tequila, Giffard Passion Fruit, Guava Infused Syrup, Lime, Pineapple Citrus Foam, Tajin Dust
🍁FIGGIE SMALLS:
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Fig Puree, Local Maple Syrup, Lemon, Served Up
☕️MISUNDERSTOOD HOT TODDY:
Misunderstood Ginger Spiced Whiskey, Local Apple Cider Reduction, Lemon, Hot Water
PKL x NOBULL Ernie Trot
Local running legend Kelly Whittaker and PKL are hosting a fun 3-mile run and 1.5 mile walk through South Boston. The trot will take place on Sunday, November 19th, from 10:30 to 12 pm. The ticket is $40 and includes a brunch entree, cocktail or mocktail, giveaway entrees, and walk/run entry. Get your tickets here!
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Opening
Innovative Austin-based theater chain Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is pleased to announce that its first-ever New England location, Alamo Drafthouse Seaport, will be opening its doors to guests on November 17th. The theater’s standalone bar, The Press Room, will also be making its Boston debut! You can get all the fun details here!
Live Music Roundup
Harpoon Brewery: Ben Picard Friday at 5:30 and Sunday at 1pm.
Hunters: Ryan Flynn, Friday at 5pm. Jimmy Westfall, Saturday at 3pm. Matty Sheehan, Sunday at 2pm and It’s Ya Boy KR, Sunday at 9pm.
Layla’s: DJ Kait will be spinning on Saturday starting at 10pm
Loco: DJ Colin Tonge will be playing on Friday in the lounge from 9pm-close. On Saturday, it’s Matty Sheehan in the main space from 1pm-4pm then DJ AN Sounds in the lounge from 9pm-close. On Sunday, it’s DJ ADHD in the lounge from 12pm-4pm followed by DJ AN Sounds from 9pm-close!
SPORTS:
Bruins vs. Canadiens, Saturday, November 18th at 7PM
Celtics vs. Raptors, Friday, November 17th at 7:30PM
Celtics vs. Grizzlies, Sunday, November 19th at 8PM
Patriots vs. No one… BYE Week.
Here are 12 spots to watch the game in the neighborhood!
Check back! This list may be updated.
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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