Halloweenfest at The LOT

Halloweenfest is back for a spooktacular celebration on October 26th from 2PM-8PM! Families and friends are invited to join the FREE fun; get your face painted to match your costume and a balloon accessory to bring it to life. Kids can bounce around in the “Jumpin’ Pumpkin” and the spooky-themed jump house and slide or carve pumpkins to bring home. Northeast of the Border and Hungry Nomads food trucks, serving up tacos, burritos, burgers, sandwiches and more. Cannonball Cantina will also be open with drinks and snacks! Wear your best costumes, and stop by The LOT, 383 Dorchester Ave. RSVP  here!

Early Voting Has Begun

The Boston Election Department announced a reminder to voters that Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with early voting beginning October 19 through November 1. The City announced the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) and Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will serve as early voting locations, along with several sites spread throughout the city’s neighborhoods. A list of locations can be found here. Make sure to check out our Guide to Election Day too!

Scobie’s Take Out

You can now order Scobie’s for pick up! Order up everything from coffee and cookies to Guinness Beef Stew and Fish and Chips.  You can learn more here! 

Pottery Workshop at The Local Hand

Learn a simple hand-building technique to create beautiful ceramic trays and shallow dishes. This class will also cover the basics of surface design using underglazes, stencils, transfers, and stamps. Each participant will have the opportunity to make about 3-5 different pieces, depending on size.  All pieces will be bisque & glaze-fired by the instructor after the class and available for pick-up from The Local Hand about a month later.  This event takes place on Saturday, October 26th at 2pm.  You can get your ticket here! 

Get your windowboxes + stoop fall-ready

Looking for pumpkins, gourds and mums for your home? Market Studio can get your windowboxes and stoop ready for the season!  Cedar Grove Gardens and Lamberts also has supplies for you to grab and go!

Bonus: Check out our Halloween Happenings! 

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