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Dorchfest – Listen to the Music
The pandemic brought a lot of isolation and time inside of our homes. Now, it’s time for us all to step outside and open our [...]
Mother’s Day Walk for Peace a big success!
Way to go! Thousands or participants gathered at Town Field Park to take part in the Mother’s Day Walk for Peace on Sunday. The annual [...]
Polish Fest Boston – Be a part of it!
Pierogis, Polka + Polish culture and history Enjoy a day of culture, fun, food, drink, music + more! On Sunday, May 15, from 12-6pm, the Polish American Citizens [...]
Thoughts on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is tomorrow and the crunch is on. I realize that this is one of those Hallmark holidays invented for the consumer to buy [...]
Mother’s Day Roundup
Mother’s Day is May 8th Whether you’re buying for your mom, a mom to be, your sister or a friend, here are some gift ideas [...]
Casting Call: Calling All Singles Looking for Love (but with a twist)
Frustrated with dating apps and ready for love? How about your parent or adult child? A new dating show is now casting for single parents [...]
Celebrate Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day and there are plenty of simple ways that you can celebrate right here in the neighborhood! Pro-pollination Planting Without pollinations [...]
Old School Dot: JFK/UMass Station
Waayyyy old school Back in 1928, on April 10th, a photographer captured Columbia station from Columbia Road. Today the station is known as JFK/UMass station. [...]
Easter in the Neighborhood: A Roundup
From Easter candy to brunch, Mass + more, here’s our Easter roundup for you! Check back as this list will be updated as info. becomes [...]
Naked Again: The Story of John Murray and his proclivity for being naked in Dorchester
Local writer Emily Sweeney shared with us this gem of a tale from the street of Dorchester in 1905. Evidently, 34-year-old John Murray made the [...]
Lopez the Florist – 100 years in business – 60 years in Dot
Congratulations! Let's hear it for Lopez the Florist! Anyone who owns a small business knows how challenging it can be, so when a local business [...]
Triple Decker Candle Co: Clapp’s Favorite Pear
We love this! Triple Decker Candle Co. has collaborated with the Dorchester Historical Society to create a new scent perfect for all you history lovers! [...]
Get Outside!
Dorchester is Boston’s largest neighborhood so there are plenty of ways to get outside in the beautiful weather! We’ve rounded up our favorite places and activities [...]
St. Patrick’s Celebrations in the Neighborhood
When Irish Eyes are Smiling Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! So put on your green and head out to these Dorchester businesses! The [...]
National Acts of Kindness Day
As my nana used to say, it’s nice to be nice! Today is National Acts of Kindness Day so why not do a good deed by [...]
Valentine’s Day in the Neighborhood
From gift ideas to dinner inspiration and Galentine's events, it’s all right here in our Valentine’s Day Roundup! Make sure to check back as we [...]