Weekend Picks – September 11th

Happy weekend, Ctown!
Remembering 9/11, 25 years later
It’s been 25 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Here are some ways to honor and remember locally.
Free Breakfast at Sunnyside for First Responders and Veterans
All first responders and veterans are invited to come and join Sunnyside in Hood Park this Friday, September 11th for a FREE BREAKFAST, as a small token of our tremendous appreciation for those who have sacrificed for all of us.
Cisco Seaport is having a Golden Hour Floral Arranging and Sips event on Sunday
From 5:00 to 8:00pm on Sunday, September 13th, Cisco will host a Golden Hour Floral Arranging and Sips event! Also, check out their live music schedule for the month, here.
Hood Park’s last FREE Everybody Fights Outdoor Class is on Saturday
ONE MORE ROUND, CHARLESTOWN! Join @kylefitz @mollie.sull and @maditribuna of Everybody Fights this Saturday 9/12 at Hood Park at 11AM for the final class in their Charlestown Outdoor Fitness Series. Also enjoy:
☕️@tradesmanctown
👟@reebok
⚕️@vivolowellness
🍦@goldenhiveicecream
FREE for everyone! Bring a friend & break a sweat!
Style Exchange returns to The Anchor on Saturday
Style Exchange, Boston’s beloved community thrift market, is back at The Anchor on Saturday.
Secondhand September is here! Whether you’re ready to clean out your closet + make some $$$ or you’re looking for your next favorite find, September at Style Exchange in the place to be!
SELL your closet: Turn your closet into cash and sell your pre-loved pieces directly to hundreds of local shoppers by clicking the link in our bio then hitting “sign up to sell your closet”.
SHOP: Find everything from everyday staples to vintage gems, designer pieces, going-out looks + SO much more — all from local closets. Save the dates, grab your friends, and come thrift IRL. Come to every event, it’s new seller each time!!!!!!! Your closet deserves a second life.
Order a Cocktail for a Cause at Prima
Join Prima as they support @samaritanshope in September for Suicide Prevention Month. A portion of the proceeds from their special cocktail “Better Days” and mocktail “Second Sunrise” will be donated to the organization! @samaritanshope provides life saving suicide prevention services to all who need support in Greater Boston and beyond.
Curious about Essem Art? They have an Open House on Saturday!
Head to Essem Art Studio for a fun open house on Saturday! From 10-11:30am, they will have donuts, small gifts, and an opportunity to see the studio and say hello. No registration required!
The Aprés Sea Party at Pier 6, featuring Whispering Angel, is on Sunday… get your ticket!
On Sunday, September 13th, Pier 6 is hosting Whispering Angel for an Aprés Sea Party to commemorate Summer. Get ready to sip on rose, vibe to yacht rock, and soak in the last bit of Summer sun on the waterfront! Your ticket includes…
- Entry to the waterfront patio party
- A welcome glass of Whispering Angel Rosé
- Complimentary light bites
- Live DJ spinning yacht rock favorites
- Access to an exclusive Whispering Angel cocktail menu
Check out this adorable, 2-bedroom condo in Charlestown available for purchase: 4 Cook Street Unit 1
Looking for a new place to call home? Know someone who is dying to move to Ctown? Stop by one of the open houses at 4 Cook Street Unit 1 to preview an adorable 2-bedroom condo right around the corner from Waverly!
Listed by Deacon Swift of Compass | (508) 404-6579 | [email protected]
Open Houses:
- Friday, September 11th | 5:30 – 7pm
- Saturday, September 12th | 11am – 1pm
- Sunday, September 13th | 11am – 1pm
The Boston Waterfront 5K
Cheer them on! The Boston Waterfront 5K is back on Saturday, September 12th, with a brand-new course and the same scenic waterfront views runners have come to love. Hosted by The McCourt Foundation, the annual race begins and ends at Leader Bank Pavilion and features a fresh route through the Seaport and along the waterfront. Open to runners and walkers of all ages, the event raises money to support The McCourt Foundation’s mission to cure neurological diseases and build healthier communities. Get all the details here!
Flight House Fitness events this weekend:
Flight House Fitness is having some pretty awesome events this weekend, and you can even bring a guest for FREE on Saturday and Sunday! Here’s your chance to lock in a gym buddy for the fall!
FLIGHT HOUSE FITNESS X lululemon HYBRID
Friday, September 11 • 4:30PM & 5:30PM
These HYROX-focused HYBRID classes will be in partnership with lululemon, who will be giving away full athletic wear kits!
BRING A FRIEND WEEKEND
Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13
Members can bring a guest to Flight House for free! If they decide to join, you’ll get a discount on your next month’s membership dues as a thank you.
SIP & SCULPT
Saturday, September 12 • 9:30AM
After the 9:30AM SCULPT class, enjoy coffee and snacks from our friends at Waverly! This class/event is not included in the Bring A Friend Weekend.
Outdoor Sculpt at Park City – every Saturday in September
Join The Handle Bar and Ritual every Saturday in September for outdoor sculpt at Park City! Enjoy wellness pop-ups before and after class, cold plunges, vendors, and more. You also get a free drink ticket with your purchase of class!
You can catch a Football Game on Pier 6’s outdoor patio, and enjoy their Game Day Menu
Pier 6 just released a Game Day menu. What was already an amazing experience, watching your favorite college and NFL teams play while sitting outside by the water, has been leveled up. Check it out and let us know your favorite items:
BUCKETS OF BEER
Choice of 6 cans, served on ice. Choose your mix, from Corona Extra, to Cisco Summer Rays, Angry Orchard Cider, Bud Light, N/A Sam Adams IPA, and many more!
BITES
Buffalo Wings – side of blue cheese – 6 for $18
Buffalo Chicken Dip – side of chips and veggies – $12
Pulled Pork Sliders – 3 for $12
SPORTS!
Red Sox vs. Royals – Friday, September 11th at 7:10pm, Saturday, September 12th at 4:10pm, and Sunday, September 13th at 1:35pm.
NFL Football – check out the schedule here.
Here are 9 places to watch the game in the neighborhood!
Check back as this list may be updated. Thank you to our Caught in Charlestown readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local journalism efforts!

Abbey is the face behind Caught in Charlestown. In 2023 she migrated from Southie to Charlestown and brought the spirit of the ‘Caught In’ community with her. She is a new momma, creator, real estate agent, yogi, and so much more.

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