Hunt + Gather

The Savin Hill Neighborhood will host a yard sale on Saturday, September 6th, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a rain date of Saturday, September 13th. You know the old saying, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Plan to hunt and gather your way through the neighborhood and expect anything from vintage tableware, furniture, books, sporting equipment, artwork and more. You never know what you’ll find but it might exactly what you are looking for!  Bring cash – most sellers are cash only!  Here are 5 Things to Expect! 

Celebrate Honeybee Month in the Neighborhood

Presented in partnership with Classroom Hives, Inc, join the team at Emerald Necklace Conservancy in Franklin Park for the second annual National Honeybee Month Celebration on Saturday, September 6! See live bees in an enclosed observation hive, tickle your taste buds with a honey taste test, and explore pollination information with the whole family. The celebration is held between 1-4pm at Franklin Park Playstead, Circuit Drive, Boston. All ages welcome, intended for families with children ages 4-10. RSVP is recommended online here.

DISCover Ultimate Day

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA) and USA Ultimate, invites middle school youth to take part in DISCover Ultimate Day on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Garvey Park, 340 Neponset Avenue in Dorchester. DISCover Ultimate Day is a free introduction to the fast-growing sport of ultimate frisbee, offering players ages 9 to 14 the chance to learn, play, and have fun in a welcoming environment. No prior experience is necessary, and all equipment will be provided. Players only need to bring sneakers or cleats, comfortable clothing, and an eagerness to try something new. Registration is free and open now! Space is limited, so early sign-up is encouraged.  Sign up here! 

See Jaws on the Big Screen

As the film marks its 50th anniversary, Jaws will return to the giant screen at the New England Aquarium’s Simons Theatre with nightly screenings Sept. 4-6. The film tells the story of a massive great white shark that terrorizes a summer resort town where a police chief, a grizzled fisherman, and an intrepid marine biologist battle the bloodthirsty animal. Experience the fully restored classic film on the Simons Theatre’s giant screen, nearly five stories high with wrap-around digital surround sound. Tickets are $10 each. Themed concessions will be available for purchase, including specialty cocktails. Visitors can also pair a film with a visit to the Aquarium, grab dinner and drinks at Dockside Beer Garden on Central Wharf, and create a special evening with friends and family. Purchase tickets here.

Calling all classic car enthusiasts!

The 14th Annual Classic Car Show will be held at Dot Park on Sunday, September 7th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a day of checking out vintage cars and trucks.  Local vendors will be popping up for you to shop! Visitors can also tour the park in a horse and wagon, and students from the Boston School of Music will perform contemporary and classic music. Kids can pick out a free recycled book at the event, and parents are encouraged to bring books that their children have outgrown (or leave them on the porch of the big red house at 42 Milton Street anytime before the event!) The car show is organized by the Dorchester Park Association! For more information about the car show, contact Paul Mooney at 617-506-1939.  You can learn more here! 

Park City Punchout Circuit with Peter Welch’s Gym

Peter Welch’s Gym is taking over Park City on Sunday, September 7th at 10:30am. Get ready to test your skills in a series of conditioning circuits including jump roping, plyometrics, dumbbell complexes, heavy bag punchouts, and more! Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone! Don’t miss out, get your tickets now!

Half-Price Appetizers at McGonagle’s During Pats Game

Football is back and McGonagle’s is featuring half price appetizers on game day starting at 1pm on Sundays!

Grand Opening Celebration at The Dot Block Diner

There’s a new spot to grab breakfast in the neighborhood, and it comes with some familiar roots. The Dot Block Diner and More launched a soft opening recently, bringing classic diner vibes with a modern twist to the ground floor of the Dot Block development on Dorchester Ave. It also marks the first retail space to open in the complex, which began welcoming residents in 2023. The man behind the griddle? Bernie Goodman, the same guy who gave us the beloved McKenna’s Café in Savin Hill. The new 49-seat diner will serve up breakfast and lunch daily—waffles are the star of the menu—and plans to add 20 outdoor seats soon.  Grand Opening Celebration takes place on Saturday, September 6th from 6am-4pm.

Family Fridays at Landmark Public House

Landmark Public House is celebrating the end of the week with some good old-fashioned family fun on Fridays from 4pm-8pm! Enjoy a special kids menu, balloons, Kelly’s Mystery Toy Chest (ooohhhh), and free ice cream for the kids!

PARK’D Presented by CommonWealth Kitchen: Eat. Play. Chill.

Franklin Park: Blue Hill Ave Entrance –  Friday, Sept 5 –  4–10PM – Featuring: @extremeflavortruck on FRIDAY + @gourmetfingerz on SATURDAY & SUNDAY Join Commonwealth Kitchen for a soft launch of its food truck park! Happening alongside the Franklin Park @zoonewengland ‘s Boston Lights Exhibit, Park’d is bringing together neighbors and visitors for a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience while creating new business opportunities for local food entrepreneurs. This community gathering space will have food, games, and activities for all ages!

Sports!

Red Sox vs. Diamondbacks – Friday, September 5th at 9:40pm, Saturday, September 6th at 8:10pm, Sunday, September 7th at 4:10pm

Patriots vs. Raiders –Sunday, September 7th at 1:00pm.

If you’re watching the game this weekend, check out our list of 10 places to catch the action in Dot, or check out 12 of our favorites in South Boston!

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