Free Arts + Crafts in the Neighborhood
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s annual ParkARTS program is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops for children. From West Roxbury to East Boston, kids ages three to ten can enjoy a wide variety of arts and crafts activities led by local artists at the workshops held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Fridays, August 1, 8, & 15 at Doherty-Gibson Playground, Dorchester. You can check out the full schedule here!
A Taste of Ethnic Boston
Hundreds of foodies will come together for Get Konnected!’s 11th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston, on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Boston’s iconic nightlife venue, The Grand, 58 Seaport Blvd, South Boston. Since its launch in 2013, A Taste of Ethnic Boston has been the city’s first and only multicultural food festival, created to spotlight the hidden culinary gems and neighborhood restaurants that help define Boston’s emerging status as an international dining destination. This year’s celebration, Dorchester’s Restaurante Cesaria and Shanti Restaurant, will be among the more than 20 restaurants as well as food and beverage vendors representing the global flavors of Boston’s most culturally rich communities—from Vietnamese pho and Dominican mofongo to Cape Verdean cachupa, Southern soul food, and more. Get all details here.
Self-Care at BostonX
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Feasts Season in the North End
Every weekend, Boston’s most iconic neighborhood transforms into a vibrant celebration of Italian culture, featuring beloved traditions such as the Feast of Saint Agrippina, Madonna Della Cava, the Fisherman’s Feast, and the grand finale—Saint Anthony’s Feast. Think parades winding through the narrow streets, live music echoing off brick buildings, and the mouthwatering scent of Italian street food in the air. Get the details here.
Ice Cream Social Family Day Rodeo
The 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social Family Day Rodeo is taking place on Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Reverend Loesch Wainwright Park, 20 Wainwright Street, Dorchester, MA. This family-friendly festival promises an afternoon filled with joy, featuring:
A variety of local food trucks and vendors
Live performances and entertainment
Interactive games and activities for all ages
Community resources and engagement opportunities
And, of course, plenty of ice cream to go around!
Have a great week!
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
