5 Things You Should Know This Week – October 12th
Align with Aidan Sip, Sculpt + Shop
Start your Monday with a workout, coffee, and a little shopping! Align with Aidan is hosting Sip, Sculpt + Shop on Monday, October 12th, along the Neponset River Trail, with classes at 10am and 11am. The event features a 45-minute sculpt fusion class followed by 50% off coffee from Espresso East, goodies, and shopping from local brands. Just bring your own mat and get ready to move! Get your tickets and more details here.
Fall-o-Ween at Frog Pond
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host the sixth annual Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival at the Boston Common Frog Pond. The Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Skating Club of Boston. The key sponsors are Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers and HP Hood LLC. Additional support is provided by New England Dairy Council. Adults and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and participate in a wide range of free, fun, and spooky family-friendly activities. Test your speed in our Monster Dash Obstacle Course or Alpine Slide and try the Jumpin’ Pumpkin or Scarecrow Slide. A “monster mash” of activities will include music, arts and crafts, treats, and field games facilitated by Knucklebones. Visit the New England Dairy displays to enjoy both the Mobile Dairy Bar and the Mobile Dairy Experience. Enjoy live entertainment at the Parks Department Stage with music and magic! This family friendly event takes place on Friday, October 16th from 4pm-8pm at the corner of Charles and Beacon Street.
Help Clean Up Moakley Park
Show Moakley Park some love! Join Boston Harbor Now, South Boston en Acción, Boston Parks and Recreation, and Boston Cares for a community cleanup on Saturday, October 17th, from 9:30am–11:30am. It’s a great way to give back, enjoy some fresh air, and help keep our neighborhood looking its best! Get all the details here.
Pumpkin Carving at the Lower Mills Library — Saturday, October 17
Get into the Halloween spirit! The Friends of the Lower Mills Branch are hosting their annual pumpkin carving event on Saturday, October 17th! Kids can carve, paint, and decorate their own pumpkins to bring home. Registration is required, and supplies are limited, so don’t wait! Find the event and register through the Boston Public Library.
The great outdoors – Outdoor dining extended to November 15
Good news if you’re not ready to say goodbye to patio season just yet! The City of Boston has extended its 2026 Outdoor Dining season through November 15th, giving restaurants a couple more weeks to keep the tables and chairs outside. Restaurants participating in the program can continue outdoor dining, weather permitting. The City reminds businesses not to use outdoor setups during inclement weather or when snow is on the ground. The extension also applies to Boston’s Food Truck Program, allowing participating food trucks to continue operating at their approved locations through November 15th. So, grab that sweater and enjoy a few more meals and drinks outside before winter officially takes over! An interactive map of restaurants with outdoor dining can be found here.
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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.
