Weekend Picks – April 10th
New Neighborhood Coffee Truck Alert
There’s a new (and very cute) coffee truck parked behind CrossFit in Dorchester—and it’s already getting some love from locals.
Located at 62 Hilltop Street, Espresso East Coffee + Co will be hosting a soft opening from April 8th to April 11th with the following hours:
- Thursday + Friday 7am-2pm
- Saturday 7am-3pm
Stop by and check it out this weekend!
Country Fridays at Landmark
On Friday, April 10th, Landmark Public House is hosting another Country Friday with the best and hottest country playlists by Boston’s top DJS! There will be country-themed food specials and plenty of cold drinks! Grab your friends, practice your two-step, and get ready for a new Friday night tradition in Dorchester!
Tous Caboose Pop Up at Merry Go Round!
Merry Go Round in Dorchester is hosting a kids’ vintage pop-up with @tous.caboose this Saturday from 10-3! Stop by and check out these one-of-a-kind children’s items! But if you can’t make that, you can still shop these vintage treasures in-store until April 19.
Stop by Via Cannuccia for Brunch
While you’re in the neighborhood for the vintage kids pop-up, make a plan to have some brunch at Via Cannuccia! You can check out the menu here!
Workout for a cause
btone Fitness is featuring a donation-based class to support Dana Farber on Saturday, April 11th at 2pm. Sign up here! Experience btone’s signature full-body training experience, TONE. Through a unique series of complementary exercises, this 45-minute class hits every muscle in your body using our custom reformer, TONEy. Donations will be accepted when you get to the studio and will be applied 100% to the monthly featured charity or organization.
6th Annual Knit-A-Thon at Stitch House
This Saturday, April 11th Stitch House is hosting its Knit for Food Knit (and crochet) A Thon. Join likeminded knitters around the table anytime between 10am-6pm. Make a donation on the team page and join in the fun between 10am-6pm for some knitting or crochet around the table and win a prize! All that donate and spend some time at Stitch House are eligible to win! Get more details here!
Surf’s Up Cannabis Grand Opening
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, edibles, vapes, and pre-rolls from Massachusetts brands. The shop is co-founded by Dorchester native Richie Parsons, who grew up on Westmoreland Street and attended St. Brendan’s and local public schools. The name “Surf’s Up” is a nod to his 1980 record No Surfin’ In Dorchester Bay. With more than six years in the cannabis industry, Parsons is bringing the business to his hometown. Get all the details here. On Saturday, April 11th from 10am-10pm, Surf’s Up is hosting a grand opening celebration featuring surprises, special treats, and appearances by some of their favorite brands!
Boston Emeralds Football Club Home Opener
The Boston Emeralds Football Club is a brand-new semi-pro team, with its home opener on Sunday, April 12th at BC High Stadium at 6:15 pm vs. UNations as part of Division 1 of the United Premier Soccer League New England Conference. The Emeralds are based right here in Dorchester.Co-founded by Dorchester locals Kevin Tarr and Keegan Hegarty, the club will be led by Hegarty as head coach, with Tarr serving as assistant coach. The team is sponsored by neighborhood favorite McGonagle’s Pub, further cementing its Dorchester ties. You can follow along on Instagram at @bostonemeraldsfc, and the club has also launched its official team shop for the 2026 season.
Rest + Rejuvenation at 4 Corners Yoga + Wellness
On Sunday, at 12:00 PM, experience Rest & Rejuvenation with Field Corners Yoga Studio. This 1 hour 30 minutes class is $25. Lauren returns to Fields Corner Yoga for gentle stretches, restorative shapes, sound baths, optional aroma therapy & journaling. You can register here!
Enjoy your eggs with a side of Donna Summer on Sunday
Blend – the wildly popular restaurant on Dot. Ave – features an even more popular Disco Brunch every other Sunday from 11am-3pm. Enjoy your favorite disco music while you feast on brunch items like Cinna Rolls, Eggs Beni, Breakfast Burritos, Burgers, and more! The brunch cocktail menu includes hangover helpers like Espresso Martinis, Mimosas, Killer Bloody Marys, and Disco Juice made with coconut & spiced rum, cranberry, OJ, and pineapple juice, and grenadine served in a disco ball! Yes, please! Did we mention Espresso Martini Flights? Oh, Blend has those, too, with award-winning Nitro caramel espresso, Strawberry espresso, Espresso Old Fashion, and Tiramisu espresso! Plus, the coffee is by Reign Drink Lab – so you know it’s good! So make your reservation today and wear your dancing shoes! Also Blend hosts Drag Brunches on the first and third Sundays of the month – unless otherwise noted!
Go for a run
Meet Dorchester Running Club on Saturday at 7am at Garvey Park! Walkers, runners and everyone in between are always encouraged to join! Weather is looking perfect for some outdoor activities!
SPORTS!!:
Bruins vs. Lightning – Saturday, April 11th at 12:30pm
Bruins vs. Blue Jackets – Sunday, April 12th at 6pm
Celtics vs. Pelicans – Friday, April 10th at 7:30pm
Celtics vs. Magic – Sunday, April 12th at 6pm
Red Sox vs. Cardinals – Friday, April 10th at 8:15pm, Saturday, April 11th at 7:15pm and Sunday, April 12th at 2:15pm.
Masters Tournament on NBC – check out the schedule here.
Here are 10 places to watch the game in Dot!
Check back as this list might be updated!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
