Shop Til You Drop
Massachusetts state sales tax holiday is this Saturday and Sunday, which means most retail purchases are tax-free! So go on and get that dress or pair of shoes you’ve been eyeing and keep a little extra cash in your pocket.
Pollinators and Poetry
Join the Mass Audubon Society on Friday at 11am to learn about the importance of pollinators like bees, wasps, bats and butterflies. The event will incorporate observation and discussion as well as nature-inspired poetry prompts. Guests will take home free native wildflower seeds!
Zoo Bop at Franklin Park Zoo
Bring the family for lots of fun including a dance party, face painting, a bubble show and zookeeper chats. The event takes place on Sunday from 10am to 2pm and admission is included with your zoo ticket.
Elvis Week in Boston
Held each August to honor the legacy of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Week takes place August 9-17 this year. Boston’s own Elvis impersonator Roland Julius will take the stage for a dinner show at The Cubist Circle in Weymouth on Saturday at 7pm. You can also catch A-Ray of Elvis tribute concert at City Winery in Boston on Sunday evening. And if you haven’t seen Austin Butler’s performance in the 2022 biography film, this is your sign to push play this weekend.
National Bowling Day
Boston Bowl on Morrissey Blvd. has you covered for this national holiday on Saturday. Kings Seaport will be offering its National Bowling Day guests BOGO bowling, exclusive drink specials, and the chance to win free bowling for a year! They also have a special cocktail called “The Dude” which is an elevated White Russian and is $13. So what are you waiting for? Go knock ‘em down.
Night Sky Camping on Peddocks Island
Grab your gear and join a Park Ranger for an unforgettable night sky experience in Boston Harbor. This overnight trip departs the Seaport on Saturday morning and includes the ferry rides to and from the island, plus ranger-led camping activities.
Caribbean Glow N Paint Party
The parties at Konpa N Paint are not your average paint-and-sip events! This Sunday’s session will feature Caribbean vibes and glow-in-the-dark paint. Drop by and catch a vibe!
Little Saigon Block Party
This free family-fun event will have food, music, art and much more on Sunday from 11am to 3pm at the corner of Orchardfield Street and Dot Ave.
National Prosecco Day
Even though any day is a good day for Prosecco, you can raise a glass to celebrate this important national observance day at any of your favorite Dot spots like Lucy’s, The Bowery or my favorite, The Harp + Bard.
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Angela Hernandez is a freelance writer and communications professional who is passionate about showcasing the fun, caring and inclusive community that is Dorchester. Imported from Detroit, she’s been getting lost in Boston since January of 2020. Sometimes a runner and always a brunch fan, you can usually find her at Carson Beach or the Harp + Bard, depending on the day. Follow her on Instagram @Ang7690
