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Veterans Day in the Neighborhood 2025
Thank you, Veterans! Originally known as Armistice Day to honor the living veterans of World War I, Veterans Day has transformed into a holiday celebrating [...]
Elliott Physical Therapy Opens On-Campus at UMASS Boston: A Game-Changer for the Beacons!
Alright, Dorchester, we’ve got some major news for our neighbors and fellow residents who spend their days at UMASS Boston! Our friends at Elliott Physical Therapy, [...]
Halloween Happenings in Dorchester 2025
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 [...]
Homegrown Talent Agent Stax Teixeira says Boston’s Arts Scene Is A Bubble About to Burst For The Better
When Stax Teixeira graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2024, she had a decision to make. She had a job offer from her dream [...]
Charlie Santangelo: A Hometown Hero Leading the Way at the 2025 Dorchester Day Parade
Vietnam Vet. Firefighter. Family man. Dot legend. If you’ve ever crossed paths with Charlie Santangelo, you probably walked away with a great story—and maybe sore [...]
Dorchester Pianist Rekindles Love of Performing at Standish Village
DORCHESTER, MA— For Nancy Doran, a lifelong musician, sitting down at the piano in a room full of people is when she feels the most [...]
Quack, Quack! Duckling Day Returns to Boston Common This Sunday – Be a Part of It!
Get those yellow outfits and duck costumes ready—Duckling Day is taking place on Boston Common this Sunday, and the forecast is looking sunny and warm! It’s the [...]
Boston Harbor Islands Free Ferry Weekend Is Coming Up
Celebrate Boston Harbor Islands opening weekend with a FREE trip to Spectacle Island! Explore Spectacle Island’s beaches and winding trails. Catch the ferry to Spectacle [...]
City on the Hills Trail: Section 5 – From Dot to Southie
I’m walking, here! Boston Walking City Trails has launched a brand new hiking trail! The City on the Hills Trail is a 31-mile adventure through [...]
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday!
Calling all book lovers and local business supporters—this Saturday, April 26, is Independent Bookstore Day, and no better way to celebrate than by visiting Just [...]
Save the Date: Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hour in Dorchester
BOSTON – Friday, April 11, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Neighborhood Services, and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the dates and [...]
Playtime starts now: Introducing Clover Clubhouse in South Boston
Hot coffee, healthy snacks and happy kids. What else could a parent want? Soon enough, they will be the ones asking their kids if they [...]
A Novel Idea: Just Book-ish Now Serving Beer & Wine
Things are getting LIT Dorchester’s favorite bookstore, Just Book-ish, is adding a little something extra to your next reading session—beer and wine! This new offering [...]
Conservatory Lab Charter School will host Castle of our Skins in a Concert Series
Castle of our Skins performing at Conservatory Lab’s 2024 Spring Concert at Jordan Hall BOSTON – Conservatory Lab Charter School, the only K-8 school in [...]
Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity Opens 2025 Summer Jobs Portal. Zoo, Aquarium, Harbor Islands All Hiring!
Your first job usually sucks. Whether you’re babysitting, bussing tables at a local restaurant, or having some weird under-the-table gig through a family friend, a [...]
Turkey Tips to Keep You Safe During Mating Season
Helpful tips on dealing with these birds We’re sure you’ve seen turkeys roaming the neighborhood streets. Sometimes, it’s just one turkey alone. Other times, it’s [...]