Weekend Picks – MLK Day Weekend

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend!

NOTE: The Orange Line is closed between North Station and Oak Grove beginning Friday, January 17th and through the entire weekend. Shuttle buses will replace service at the Community College and Sullivan Square stops. 

Blackmoor Brunch Buffet

WOAH! Blackmoor is doing a brunch buffet on Saturday, January 18th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for just $20! The menu looks unbelievable, check it out!

MYSTRYDE Outdoor Group Run

On Saturday, January 18th at 8:15AM meet at MYSTRYDE Charlestown for their first group run of 2025! @marathonsports, @on and @the_runrx will be joining to help kick off Boston Marathon training season with some extra things to get your ready to rock for the Spring ‘25 training season.

There will be a 14 mile route to sync up with Boston training, as well as a 6 mile route if you’re just here for a good time! Pacers for 8, 9, 10, 11+ min/mile. Sign up on the Charlestown website.

Welcome to Charlestown, Sunnyside Cafe!

This all-day brunch cafe is taking over the space in Hood Park previously occupied by Naco Taqueria. They will be open all weekend from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can make a reservation on Open Table.

What we’re most excited about? Their HUGE menu including 7+ different types of pancakes, Bloody Mary Cart, and Mimosa Flights.

Sunday Funday at Warren Tavern

If you haven’t been, you have to check out Sunday Funday at Warren Tavern! This Sunday, January 19th, vocalist Dennis Taylor will be preforming from 4 to 7 p.m. Call (617) 241-8142 to make a reservation!

SALE at Junebug and Place & Gather

The best sale in town is back for another year! Shop this weekend at Junebug and Place & Gather for deep discounts on select items and 10% off the rest of the store! You’ll find amazing gifts, home finds, Charlestown gear, jewelry, and more.

MLK Concert

Join Boston Children’s Chorus on a journey as they explore the intersecting paths of two iconic figures in the fight for civil rights: Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. In Road to Freedom, we delve into the complex and multifaceted relationship between these two towering figures, highlighting their shared struggles, divergent tactics, and ultimate contributions to the fight for equality.  Takes place at Symphony Hall on January 20th at 4pm. Learn more here. 

Free Admission to Museums

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day museums all over Boston will be offering free admission. The participating museums are The MFA, The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, The ICA, The Peabody Essex Museum. Also The Franklin Park Zoo is having free admission. A perfect way to spend the day and learn something new…for FREE!

Friday Lunch at Prima

Kick off your long weekend with Prima’s Friday lunch!! They serve the entire dinner menu, still have reservations available for this Friday. Make your reservation now!

Refresh your Skin at LexRx

It’s mid-January, which means our skin is begging for some TLC. Whether you need some extra hydration, brightening, tone correction, or something else, it’s time to book a LexRx diamond glow facial. After you fall in love with this service, you can join their new monthly facial membership!

National Pizza Week

Celebrate National Pizza Week with our favorite spots in the neighborhood for ‘za!

Support CA Wildfire Relief with a Local Cocktail

CHARITY COCKTAIL ALERT! Nothing but California love ❤️ To help contribute to the disaster relief efforts in LA, Prima, Waverly, & Monument are running our Sunset Spritz and donating a portion of the proceeds from each one sold to the California Community Foundation: Wildfire Recovery Fund. This organization helps with providing food, personal necessities, and shelter to survivors and first responders, ensuring that assistance gets to the most underserved communities. Help us send some love and much needed aid to LA!

Enjoy Charlestown’s Dry January Specials

Monument

• Crime of Passion: London Dry N/A spirit, passion fruit, lime, vanilla
• Blush Hour: London Dry N/A spirit, Italian Orange N/A spirit, elderflower tonic
• Agave You My Heart: Agave Blanco N/A spirit, mango, jalapeño, lime

Waverly

• ‘Mock Toddy’☕️🍋 a spicy combination of ginger, lemon, turmeric, honey & cayenne.
• ‘Needs Chartreuse’ 🥝🌿 a refreshing blend of our kiwi ‘pesto’ containing fresh kiwi, basil, olive oil & black and pepper
• ‘Good Bunny’ 🥕🐰 carrot, ginger, lemon & agave (this is a Waverly staple!)

Prima

• Dry Chai Tini: Espresso, chai extract, date honey, cream
• In Bloom: Kiwi, jasmine, lime, soda

Dovetail

• Wine: Lautus Sauvignon Blanc and Wölffer Sparkling Rose
• Beer: Athletic on draft!
• Cocktail: Pomegranate Spritz

SPORTS!

Bruins vs.Senators – Saturday, January 18th at 3pm.

Bruins vs. Sharks – Monday, January 20th at 1pm.

Celtics vs. Magic – Friday, January 17th at 7pm.

Celtics vs. Hawks – Saturday, January 18th at 7pm.

Celtics vs. Warriors – Monday, January 20th at 5pm.

NFL Playoff Schedule – check it out here. 

Here are 9 places to watch the game in the neighborhood!