Mother’s Day is Sunday!
Whether you’re buying for your mom, a mom-to-be, your sister, or a friend, here are some gift ideas from local small businesses! Not only will you be picking up something special for your mom, but you’ll also be supporting our small businesses in the neighborhood. Or maybe treat mom to a meal at a local restaurant for her special day! Check out our roundup here.
Ice Cream Sandwich Collaboration
Top Shelf Cookies + the Ice Creamsmith Monthly Collab for May is the Razzwich! It’s a sweet treat made with the Merlot Chocolat cookies from Top Shelf Cookies and the Ice Creamsmith’s Black Raspberry ice cream! Available for the entire month of May at both Top Shelf and the Ice Creamsmith!
Pulaski Memorial Cleanup
Call for Volunteers! Join the Polish American Citizens Club in Cleaning Up Pulaski Memorial on Saturday, May 11th at 12pm. In prep for Polish Fest Boston, volunteers are needed to ensure that the Pulaski Memorial area is sparkling clean and welcoming for all attendees! The memorial is located next to the Polish American Citizens Club, 82 Boston Street.
Tasks Include:
- Trash Pickup
- Sweeping and Cleaning
- Gardening and Landscaping (if applicable)
- Miscellaneous Maintenance Tasks
Morrissey Boulevard Lane Closures
Due to the potential high tides and minor coastal flooding forecasted, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is preparing for potential lane and/or road closures to occur along Morrissey Boulevard (inbound and outbound) from Freeport Street to UMass Boston in the City of Boston starting Monday, May 6, 2024, and continuing through Friday, May 10, 2024. Get full details including times here. P.S. During the day, there will be lane closures too due to construction. Get the details here.
We’ll eat to that! Meatballs for Murphy
American Provisions in Dorchester is selling a very special meatball sandwich to benefit the Murphy School! This delicious sandwich is made with homemade marinara sauce, topped with cheese and basil on a toasted ciabatta roll! Don’t eat meat? Don’t worry! You can order a Murphy’s Roasted Veggie Sub with zucchini, squash, and peppers on ciabatta roll. $1 from each Murphy sandwich sold through May 12th will be donated to the Murphy School!
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.
