5 Things You Should Know This Week – July 7th

So many exciting things happening in Charlestown!

This week you can Sip & Splash with your pup!

This Wednesday, July 9th, from 6 to 8 p.m., Join Crate Escape at The Anchor for a Summer Sip & Splash — a pup-friendly patio party featuring a sprinkle for the dogs, a Bark Cart stocked with pup snacks, and plenty of tasty food and drinks from The Anchor’s bar and kitchen to enjoy while your pup plays. Splashes & snacks for them, sips for you, summer fun for all!

There’s a Singles Mini Golf Party in Hood Park this weekend

This Saturday, July 12th, from 7 to 10 p.m., join Boston Fun Events for the Boston Singles Mini Golf Party at Charlestown Brewing Co. — a night of mingling, music, mini golf, and magnetic energy. Whether you’re competitive or just in it for the good vibes, head to The Yard to meet Boston’s most eligible in a setting way better than a crowded bar or another dating app swipe.

✨ What’s included in your ticket:
✅ Entry to the party
✅ Mini golf access (yes, it’s real!)
✅ Icebreaker games & conversation starters
✅ A 50/50 singles mix (no third wheels here)
✅ Local craft pours available for purchase

Golden Goose Market is OPEN!

Great news, Charlestown! The wildly popular Golden Goose Market is NOW OPEN, bringing groceries, fresh produce, prepared foods, and everyday essentials to the Navy Yard. Check out our Instagram Reel of the new store layout! Known for its high-quality meats, fresh produce, and specialty items, Golden Goose has been a go-to spot in the North End for years. Now, Charlestown residents—especially those in the Navy Yard—will have a convenient new option for shopping. The owners of Golden Goose applied for a new all-alcohol package store license to operate at this location, and will be carrying it soon!

Call to Artists: apply for Art in the Park by July 23rd

ART in the PARK 2025 will be held in City Square Park, Charlestown, MA on Saturday, September 6, 2025 (rain date Sunday, September 7th)! ART in the PARK is an award-winning, annual juried art event sponsored by the Artists’ Group of Charlestown. Since 1998, ART in the PARK has consistently attracted talented artists from the New England area, becoming an extremely popular fine art event. Please visit their website for more information and to apply! Deadline to apply is July 23, 2025.

Save the date for Summer Thrift Festival

Mark your calendars—because on Saturday, July 19th, Select Markets and The Yard are playing host to one of the BIGGEST vintage markets in the Northeast, and you’re going to want in on the action. We’re talking over 100+ vendors packed into 80,000 square feet of throwback fashion, Y2K gems, $10 clothing piles, and one-of-a-kind vintage finds. Read all about the event here!