5 Things You Should Know This Week – May 6th

What’s happening this week in Charlestown?

Teacher Appreciation Week and Mother’s Day

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and Sunday is Mother’s Day! We encourage you to shop local for any gift giving. Check out our guide to all things Mother’s Day in Charlestown.

$1 Oysters are back at Monument!

Need something to look forward to when you start the work week? Every Monday, enjoy a selection of oysters for $1 at Monument Restaurant & Tavern. Make a reservation!

55th Annual Boys & Girls Club Battle of Bunker Hill 5k

Registration is open for the 55th Annual Charlestown Boys & Girls Club’s Battle of Bunker Hill 5K Road Race. The race is held on Bunker Hill Day and begins at 10:30am at 15 Green St.

The Spring Book Sale at the Library

May 9th – 13th | The Spring Book Sale is finally here! Friends of the BPL can shop early on Thursday, May 9th 5-7:30 p.m. and save 50% throughout the sale. You will find books for adults, young adults, and kids, along with DVDs and CDs.

Charlestown’s first Pride celebration

OutCharlestown is inviting people to join them in organizing Charlestown’s first Pride celebration! Whether you are a professional event planner, have a big heart for community, or simply want to offer a helping hand, DM @OutCharlestown to participate! Already planned is their Pride Tea Dance on May 30th, 5-7pm, at Dovetail’s Patio.

Coming up…

Saturday, May 11th 11:30am-4pm | Spring Fest at Hood Park

Saturday, May 11th 12-6pm | The Anchor’s 5th Birthday “Hawaii Five-0” 

Sunday, May 12th | Mother’s Day! Check out our guide to all things Mother’s Day in Charlestown.

Thursday, May 30th | OutCharlestown’s Pride Tea Dance

Saturday, June 16th | Bunker Hill Day Parade & More