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Dorchester History Lesson: Dorchester Day Parade
The Dorchester Day Parade is on June 7th! So, what exactly is the parade celebrating? What exactly is Dorchester Day (aka Dot Day)? Let’s find [...]
5 Things to Expect at Dorchfest 2026
Dorchfest will take place on Saturday, June 6th, from 1 pm-6 pm. Experience what it would be like to walk through a real-life shuffled Spotify [...]
Move over, Southie, Dot has a Sunday Funday destination of its own, Dot Fun Day
A marketplace of makers, designers, artists, caretakers, drinkers, doers, and dreamers A new summer tradition is coming to Dorchester! Dot Fun Day, a new open-air [...]
Bird Hike with Nature Man Mike at Franklin Park on Saturday
Calling all birdwatchers! Looking for a weekend adventure that mixes hiking, birdwatching, and a little local exploration? The Franklin Park Coalition has you covered with [...]
Love is Blind Boston Season is Coming this Fall
Boston, are you ready for your close-up? Netflix just announced that Season 11 of Love Is Blind, featuring Boston, will be available this fall — [...]
Franklin Park Kite + Bike Festival takes place on Saturday, May 16
It’s opening day in Franklin Park! Don’t miss out on this 50-year tradition at the Franklin Park Kite + Bike Festival on Saturday from 12pm-4pm. [...]
Pierogis, Polka + Polish Culture and History – Polish Fest 2026 – Volunteers + Vendors Wanted
Enjoy a day of culture, fun, food, drink, music + more! On Sunday, May 3st, from 12-6 pm, the Polish American Citizens Club, and the Polish American Heritage [...]
Mother’s Day Roundup – Brunch, Flowers, Gifts + More
Mother’s Day is May 10th Whether you’re buying for your mom, a mom-to-be, your sister, or a friend, here are some gift ideas from local [...]
Dorchester Shoutout to Coleen’s Flower Shop for Generous donation to Boys + Girls Clubs of Dorchester New England Women’s Leadership Awards Ceremony
On Thursday, hundreds gathered to celebrate the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester's New England Women’s Leadership Awards Ceremony at the Renaissance Boston Seaport Hotel. [...]
Little Miss Dorchester Contest Returns Returns in Celebration of Dot Day
Calling all future parade stars! The Little Miss & Young Miss Dorchester Contest is back as part of the beloved Dorchester Day Parade festivities—and it’s [...]
Celebrate Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day, and there are plenty of simple ways to celebrate right here in the neighborhood! Pro-pollination Planting Without pollination, we wouldn’t [...]
Guide to the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon weekend in the city is filled with energy and pride! There’s a lot happening all around town, and this guide is filled with [...]
26.TRUE – a Boston Marathon Alternative with a route actually in Boston
The Boston Marathon really isn't in Boston, is it? The Boston Marathon starts in Hopkinton, then winds through suburbs like Wellesley and Newton before finally [...]
New to the Neighborhood: Surf’s Up Cannabis
A new cannabis shop has officially opened on Gallivan Boulevard. Surf’s Up Cannabis is now up and running, offering a range of products including flower, [...]
How Nature Man Mike Turned a Blink-and-You-Miss-It Sighting Into a Boston Birding Obsession
It was just another morning at the Arnold Arboretum, a botanical public park in Jamaica Plain that is home to over 15,000 types of plants. [...]
Sign of Spring – Codman Square BPL Seed Library
In celebration of spring, the Codman Square Public Library is featuring a Seed Library! Located by the adult section, alongside the Therapy Cards, the card [...]
