Weekend Picks – November 23rd

Eat:
Hot diggity dog! Half-priced hot dogs at Sullivan’s! Last day of the season is Sunday, November 25th! Get it in before it’s gone until March!

Drink:
Take a break from shopping this weekend and enjoy a cocktail! Roza Lyons is the perfect spot to put your feet up and enjoy a Espresso Martini made with Pinnacle Double Espresso Vodka, Skyy Vanilla Bean Vodka, Irish Cream and Kahlua or the Cinnamon Toast Crunch Martini with Jack Daniel’s Honey & RumChata. Shaken over ice and served with a cinnamon sugar rim. Cheers!

Shop
If you survive Black Friday and still have some shopping left in you, then head out to the streets of Southie on Saturday.   Saturday, November 24th is national “Small Business Saturday.” This campaign was designed by American Express to generate business to small independent merchants – and we know how important it is to shop locally!So get out and there and shop!  And spread the word too!  Encourage your friends and family to shop locally! Not only are you getting a jump on your Christmas shopping, you are helping our local economy!  Really, it’s a win/win situation.   The City of Boston is also offering free metered spots on Small Business Saturday too! Also – Mark Your Calendars – It’s the Annual South Boston Christmas Stroll and Tree Lighting – another opportunity to support local small business!  Here are some Black Friday and Small Business Saturday specials happening in the neighborhood!

Do:
That fresh evergreen scent, no saw required. The Tree Market at Seaport has your holiday decor covered with a selection of trees, wreaths, lights and more. The best part? Evergreen Delivery will bike everything to your home, leaving you with all the holiday cheer and none of the holiday hassle. For all inquires please reach out to EverGreen Delivery at [email protected], or call at (617) 285-0826. Tuesday – Friday: 2:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
This is a seasonal Tree Market and is popping up November 23rd – December 23rd of 2018.

Play:
Time to digest this! The 2nd Annual “Kickoff 4 Kids” Girls Flag Football Tourney is hours away! The 16 teams are set, the shirts are awesome and the field is ready. Kickoff is Saturday 10:45am. We’ll be using 2 Pop Warner fields throughout the day. If you’re not a player please come by with family and friends to cheer on and support this worthy cause. This annual holiday event has been named in loving memory of our neighbor, young Colin McGrath. All proceeds and T-shirt sales will be distributed to local, youth non-profits, including “Colin’s Joy Project”, to brighten children’s Christmas in Colin’s memory. Dri-fit T $20, L/S cotton T $15. Ltd Edition Wristband $2

Dance:
Head to the Supper Club at Capo this weekend and dance off Thanksgiving!  On Friday it’s live music with Vincent King on Saturday night it’s Almost Owen.  Keep the weekend going on Sunday night with Sinatra Sundays!  Coppersmith is kickign off Friday with live music from Adam Hanna from 5-8 followed by DJ Frixx 9pm-1am.  

Watch:
The Pats face their AFC East “rival” The Jets on Sunday, November 25th at 1pm.  Wondering where to watch? Here are our 10 Places to Watch in Southie! 

Register:
Put on your Santa hat, lace up those sneakers and get ready to run for a great local school – South Boston Catholic Academy. On Saturday, December 1st at 9am join your friends and neighbors and run a 5K race along the South Boston beaches. Start and finish is at South Boston Catholic Academy at 866 East Broadway.Stick around for a post-race party with prizes, raffles, food and fun! There is also fun for the kids on deck too with two youth races. At 9:00am – 100 Meter Dash for kids (9 and under) and at 9:30 a 1/2 mile run (14 and under). If you preregister by November 30th, it’s $30. Post-registration is $35. Youth preregistration is is $15 and post-registration is $20. To register visit here!

Prepare:
The Holidays are upon us and we want to make sure they are merry and bright! Don’t let stress get the best of you! This insider’s guide to getting through the hustle and bustle will keep you blissed out until New Year’s. We’ll help you shop, entertain, unwind, and have some fun! This guide will be packed with tips like where you can get the best blow out for your office party, where to host your holiday mixer, who can help with the cooking, where you can get a much needed massage, where to buy a Christmas tree, and a holiday gift guide for everyone on your list! Check it out here!

Book it:
Whether it’s your office holiday mixer or a get  or a get together with friends, we’ve got the scoop on the best spots in Southie to have your party! Check it out here!