5 Things You Should Know This Week – February 1st

Happy February, Ctown!!
It’s time to make your Super Bowl Plans
We are so back, baby! The Patriots will face the Seahawks on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8th at 6:30pm! Here are some neighborhood businesses that can help make your Super Bowl watching more super-terrific. From Urban Wild’s epic Super Bowl Party to a cozy set up at Warren Tavern, Charlestown is ready to celebrate our return to the big game.
Our Valentine’s Day Neighborhood Roundup is here
It’s also time to make your Valentine’s Day plans, as it is officially two weeks away! That means it’s time to make your reservations, plan what you are doing with the kids, and get a few gifts to show love to your people. Here is our roundup of Valentine’s Day Happenings in the neighborhood!
Reminder: Mondays are Trivia & Wings Night at Blackmoor
Here’s your reminder that every Monday night you can enjoy .50 cent wings and Team Trivia at Blackmoor! Wings are served starting at 5pm until they’re gone, and team trivia starts at 7:30pm.
A New Dinner Series by Hunters will feature Charlestown’s Chattermark Distillers this Tuesday
Hunters Kitchen & Bar in South Boston is introducing the Porch Light Provisions Dinner Series – and their first collaboration is with Charlestown-based Chattermark Distillers!
This Tuesday, February 3rd from 5–10pm, Hunters will host an intimate evening of Southern-inspired dishes, seasonal ingredients, and cozy porch-light vibes featuring Chattermark’s tasty Rye, Bourbon, and more. Check out the menu and reserve your table!
Boston Family Days Returns for a New Season
Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City, corporate and philanthropic partners, and 23 of the City’s leading cultural institutions to help Boston school-aged children feel at home in places that can expand their learning and show them the world. And this year, you can pick up a passport!
Through Boston Family Days, all students who live in Boston (grades K-12 and Boston Pre-K) and two guests can explore many of the City’s cultural institutions for free on the first and second Sunday of each month until December 2026. In addition, Boston students and their families also have free access to live performances at Boston’s premier venues. Students who are registered for Boston Family Days will receive ticket reservation links and instructions from the City before the performances. Read more about all of the offerings, here!

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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