5 Things You Should Know This Week – June 2nd

Happy June, Charlestown!!

Charlestown Historical Society Presents: The History of the Battle of Bunker Hill Day Parade

This Monday, June 2nd the Charlestown Historical Society presents The History of the Battle of Bunker Hill Day Parade. It will begin at 6 p.m. at the Bunker Hill Museum Community Room. They will have our 1975 memorabilia out for you to see including artwork designed by many of you when you were in grade school, old photos and tee shirts etc. People are encouraged to bring their own memorabilia as well!

Prima’s Rosè Wine Dinner

Prima is hosting another fabulous wine dinner in their stunning Park Room this Wednesday, June 4th. This time, they are featuring Italian Rosè! At 6:30pm on Wednesday, guests will enjoy a four-course, off-menu dinner with carefully selected Italian Rosè pairings. Check out our experience at one of their wine dinners this spring – if you are a Prima lover, it’s an offering you do not want to miss! Make your reservation now!

One-Week Countdown to Charlestown Pride Week

We’re officially one week away from Charlestown Pride Week!! Get ready for an epic celebration that will commemorate 250 years since the Battle of Bunker Hill. In addition to the parade there are many annual events taking place, such as the Edna Kelly Doll Carriage Parade, along with new events to look forward to, such as Charlestown Calling. Read our roundup about all of the events surrounding the 250th Anniversary of the Bunker Hill Day Parade!

Introducing Wood Fire Wednesdays at Monument

Monument‘s got a new weeknight special: Wood Fire Wednesday. Get ready for apps like fired shishito peppers and wood fire seafood entrees that will blow your mind.

Monumental Cakes: the newest addition to our Boston Small Business Wedding Vendor Guide

Monumental Cakes was born in 2016 when founder Justin Pietrella decided to craft an epic 1st birthday cake for his daughter – and it was good. So good that as he continued to make cakes for his two children, friends and family came knocking!

With high demand and an enjoyment of the craft, Justin knew it was time to make the jump and call this a career! His custom cakes are widely popular in Charlestown, where his family calls home, but he also works with people all over Boston and New England. Justin’s commitment to this profession is unwavering – he has converted his home office into a professional, working kitchen with commercial-grade equipment so he can be sure to exceed his client’s expectations.

Read all about Justin’s journey and check out his awesome cakes!