5 Things You Should Know This Week – March 16th

dbar + Dine out Boston
Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious deals at participating restaurants – including dbar in Dorchester! Enjoy dinner – 3 courses for just $41 through March 31st – you can check out the menu here.
Just Book-ish Just Be(loved) Poetry Slam
Got something to say? JustBe(Loved) is a poetry slam and open mic that takes place on the 1st & 3rd Fridays at JustBook-ish and is curated by Emmanuel Oppong-Yeboah and Crystal Valentine. This month’s feature will be Ugba, a Brooklyn-based Black queer poet. This is also the last chance to qualify for finals! Learn more here!
Free Tree Giveaway – Franklin Park Zoo | April School Vacation Week
In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, the Zoo will distribute free tree saplings to local residents who sign up and will also teach participants how to plant and care for them to help grow Boston’s tree canopy. Registration is open now here.
Boston Latin School is looking for Lacrosse Coaches
Boston Latin School is seeking JV Boys and Girls Lacrosse Coaches for the 2026 season. Most practices and games are at Moakley Park in South Boston. Season runs from 3/16 through 5/20. Compensation is $4,000 stipend paid at the end of the season. More details, including requirements and certifications, can be discussed upon hire. Please send your resume to Athletic Director Jack Owens, jowens2@bostonpublicschools.
Shake up your workout routine! Take a TONEd Down Intro Class on Sunday
If you haven’t tried btone Dorchester yet, you should! They have a new two-week unlimted classes for just $49! A perfect way to try out this new and wildly popular studio! Plus, they are offering a special intro class at 1pm on Sunday!
Have a great week!
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.

