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History Lesson On First Night
Every year on New Year’s Eve, dozens of cities across the country and globe throw “First Night” celebrations, commemorating the art and culture of their [...]
Remembering Bailey’s Ice Cream Shop
When I was kid, going to Bailey’s Ice Cream Shop was always a special treat. I remember going after visiting the Enchanted Village at Jordan Marsh [...]
Why I Hate Elf on the Shelf
I hate the Elf on the Shelf. One year, I spent almost two hours in a cold shed on December 1st looking for the box [...]
Aint No Part like a Boston Tea Party – 250 Years Later
Huzzah! Get ready to celebrate! It’s the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party! On December 16, 1773, a bunch of colonists who had it [...]
World Kindness Day – Simple acts of kindness in the neighborhood
As my nana used to say, it’s nice to be nice! Today is World Kindness Day, so why not do a good deed by performing a [...]
Floral creation by Dorchester’s Market Studio – First Place at Fleurs de Villes
This past weekend, Fleurs de Villes, a one-of-a-kind international floral show, made a stop in Boston. A “celebration of global destinations,” the exhibition at the [...]
Dorchester ultramarathon runner taps into determination, family and faith to go the distance
For most people, the idea of running a marathon is something they dismiss as a crazy idea or admire from a cheering section alongside the [...]
Phillips Candy House – a local tradition since 1925
In celebration of National Candy Day, we thought we'd highlight Phillips Chocolates, a legendary candy shop located on Morrissey Blvd in Dorchester! History Lesson Let's [...]
Caught Somewhere Else – Ravenstone Gifts – take a field trip!
Welcome to Caught Somewhere Else, a soon-to-be regular feature where we share a favorite destination that’s not in one of the neighborhoods we cover (well, [...]
Halloween Happenings in Dorchester 2023
Things are getting a little spooky around the neighborhood! Here’s a roundup of some festive and fun Halloween events. Check back as this list will [...]
Two Dorchester Projects Will Receive Boston Preservation Alliance Preservation Achievement Awards
On October 16th, the 35th Annual Preservation Achievement Awards from the Boston Preservation Alliance will take place at the Huntington Theater! Two Dorchester projects will [...]
Open Streets – Sunday in Dorchester
The great outdoors Enjoy open streets on Sunday, September 17th from 10am-3:30pm. Open Streets Boston is a collection of free, family-friendly events. During these events, the [...]
Make A Wish Candle at Triple Decker Candle Co. – Celebrating 40 years of Make a Wish
Triple Decker Candle Co. wants you to help them celebrate 40 years of Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island, creating life-changing wishes for children with critical [...]
Remembering 9/11 – 22 Years Later
It’s been 22 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Here are some ways to honor and remember. Massachusetts 9/11 Fund Events The [...]
5 Places to Go Apple Picking
Field Trip! Venture out of the neighborhood and pick yourself a bushel and peck of farm-fresh apples. Here are our picks for 5 Places To [...]
A Walk with Amal
A little girl on a BIG journey Don’t be alarmed if you see a 12-foot-tall puppet in the neighborhood. It’s just Little Amal! Little Amal is a [...]