Stay Cool – there is a Heat Emergency in the City of Boston thru Sunday
Local Farmers Markets
The Ashmont Farmers Market is open from 3pm to 7pm. On Saturday from 11am-2pm stop by Codman Square Park for the Codman Square Farmers Market. Shop fresh produce, local vendors, activities and more!
Play Roc-K-eno at The Industry
On Saturday nights from 8pm-12am take part in Roc-K-eno at The Industry with DJ Jim – numbers on the Keno card are replaced with your favorite songs! Enjoy some cocktails and snacks while you play along! You can get the details here!
$5 Mimosas and Bloody Marys
Lower Mills Tavern offers $5 mimosas and Bloody Marys during brunch on Saturday and Sundays 10am – 3pm. Comes in flavors like pineapple, pink guava, honey rose, blueberry, cherry, raspberry and cranberry! How awesome is that? Also enjoy live music on Saturday night starting 7:30pm!
Uphams In Bloom
Enjoy a free art-making workshop on Saturday from 11am -1pm. Learn the art of flower making from found objects with Humprey Street Studio artist Maria Ritz! Perfect for kids ages 6-14. You can learn more here!
It’s National Ice Cream Month!
Ice cream is one of life’s few pure joys. What’s not to love about ice cream? It’s nostalgic, delicious, full of calcium to make our bones strong! Check out our roundup of where to enjoy ice cream in the neighborhood this weekend!
Toga Time at dbar
Enjoy a Toga Tea Dance at dbar on Sunday from 4pm-8pm with DJ Joe Bermudez and featuring Lilly Rose!
Slow Flow on Saturday
Free Workouts on Sunday
Backyahd in South Bay offers a free outdoor HIIT class on Sundays at 10:30am on the turf in front of Nike. TrillFIT and Boston Harbor Now offers a free dance class on Sunday’s from 10am-11am. TRILLFIT’s signature dance class blends Beyonce-worthy choreography with multiple rounds of HIIT to sweat your way to a tighter, more toned body. Classes are free, but require advanced registration. Sneakers Required. All levels welcome. Meet near Carson Beach at the McCormack Bathhouse. Get the details here!
Take a swim
Is the beach not really your scene? – How about a trip to one of the many public pools in the city! Perfect for some family fun! From swim lessons to lifeguard training – it’s all right here!
Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on International Self-Care Day on Sunday
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is continuing to shine a light on mental health awareness and overall wellbeing by sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes (unlimited, two-hour rides) all day this Sunday, July 24th, in honor of International Self-Care Day. Riders can take advantage of the Adventure Passes, part of Blue Cross’ “Self-Care Cycle” initiative, from any of the 400 stations across the system’s 11 municipalities by downloading the Bluebikes app and entering code “BLUESELFCARE”.
In a recent study, 75% of respondents reported that engaging in a self-care routine reduces anxiety/depression and enhances confidence. Blue Cross hopes that by offering complimentary rides, it will encourage citizens to practice self-care and improve their mental health and wellness.
Burgers + Bloodys at Brunch at 224
Enjoy Brunch on on Saturdays and Sundays at 224 Boston Street from 10-3. The patio is open too! Check out their brunch menu here!Here are some more brunch options in the neighborhood!
Black Owned Boston Pop Up in Seaport
Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market, taking place this Sunday from 12-6pm, on Seaport Common. From gifts and apparel to packaged foods and beauty & skincare products, the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market will offer something for everyone as it raises awareness for and support of Black entrepreneurship. Seaport Common is located at 85 Northern Avenue; visit www.bostonseaport.xyz for more information.
Outdoor Movie at the Boston Harbor Hotel
Enjoy a free classic film under the starts on Friday, July 22nd at 8pm at the Boston Harbor Hotel. This week’s movie is The Wizard of Oz! You can learn more here!
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.
