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A Trip Down Memory Lane: Dorchester’s Englewood Diner Featured on Classic Chronicle
Here's a little trip down memory lane! Dorchester's former Englewood Diner is featured in a 2002 episode of Classic Chronicle, highlighting the beloved diner's journey [...]
Halloween Happenings in Dorchester 2026
Things are getting a little spooky around the neighborhood! Here’s a roundup of some festive and fun Halloween events. Check back, as this list will [...]
More Than Sports: 4 Ways to Meet People and Have Fun with Volo Boston This Fall
Volo is more than just adult sports leagues. It’s a community hub that connects people all over Boston. From Allston, Back Bay, and Cambridge to [...]
Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival Returns to Boston Common with Free Halloween Fun on October 22nd.
UPDATE: Due to forecasted rain, we’re rescheduling our Fall-O-Ween Festival to Thursday, October 22 on the Boston Common! Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks [...]
Boston Fire Aerial Drill Team Returns for Fire Prevention Week with Seven Performances Across the City
One of Boston’s coolest Fire Prevention Week traditions is back! The Boston Fire Department Aerial Drill Team will be performing across the city this week, [...]
Help Juniper Get Back on All Four Paws at Juniper Fest this Weekend in Dorchester
Here’s a sweet way to help a local dog in need! Juniper Fest is happening Friday, September 25, and Saturday, September 26, in Dorchester to [...]
Ride + Chill at Franklin Park on Sunday, October 11th
Monday, September 21, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu today announced Ride & Chill, a free, family-friendly day of biking and activities throughout Franklin Park. On [...]
Tis the Season: 5 Places to Go Apple Picking
Field Trip! Venture out of the neighborhood and pick yourself a bushel and peck of farm-fresh apples. Here are our picks for 5 Places To [...]
Two Historic Homes in Dorchester Will be Open for Tours on Sunday
Calling all history buffs! On Sunday, from 11am-3pm, not one but two historic homes will be open for tours - the William Clapp House and [...]
Remembering 9/11 – 25 Years Later
It’s been 25 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Here are some ways to honor and remember. Massachusetts 9/11 Fund Events The [...]
New Mural Brightens Up Neponset Avenue
There's a colorful new addition to Neponset Avenue! McGonagle's recently unveiled a new mural celebrating the Dorchester neighborhood and the landmarks that make it so [...]
Ready, Set, Row! Beach Sprints Return to Carson Beach This Weekend
There’s something exciting happening on the beach this weekend! The Head Of The Charles Boston Beach Sprints return to Carson Beach from Friday, July 24, [...]
Support Young Entrepreneurs at Dot Fun Day This Summer + Boston Little Saigon Block Party on Sunday
Looking for something fun to do on a Sunday? Stop by Dot Fun Day at Dot Tire (1160 Dorchester Ave.) from 11 a.m. to 4 [...]
Lace ‘Em Up: The Boston Waterfront 5K Returns with a New Course This September
The Boston Waterfront 5K is back on Saturday, September 12th, with a brand-new course and the same scenic waterfront views runners have come to love. Hosted by [...]
Tips for Being a Better Dog Owner
Dorchester loves their dogs - so let's do better! As dog owners, we all like to think we are responsible, but judging by the amount [...]
Head to Malibu Beach for The Beach Pull Up on July 3rd
Looking for a fun way to kick off the holiday weekend? Head to Malibu Beach on Friday, July 3rd, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. [...]