Important Election Day and Voting Info.
The Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. The election will determine At-Large and District City Councilors for the City of Boston. You can get the details on early voting, vote by mail and in-person voting here.
Halloween Play Day at the East Boston Public Library
On Tuesday, October 31st at 10:30am, the East Boston Library is hosting a special Halloween Play Day complete with fun games, crafts and activities! This event is open for children ages 0-5.
Saratoga Street Halloween Block Party
Head on over to Saratoga Street between Marion and Brooks Street for a Halloween Block Party. The block party will be held on Tuesday Oct. 31st from 4-8pm. There will be games, candy, and local businesses. It is the perfect way to meet your neighbors and celebrate Halloween! Here’s an interactive map of more Halloween Block Parties in the city!
New to the Neighborhood – Petrova Chocolates
East Boston just got a little sweeter! Petrova Chocolates – is now open at 277 Border Street! This new chocolate boutique was established back in 2020 as an online shop, but this will be its first brick-and-mortar location right here in Eastie. Get the details here.
Be informed. Get involved.
Meeting of the general public to review the proposed 1188 Bennington Street project in East Boston. This virtual meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 1st.
How to Participate
Register in advance:
bit.ly/1188Benn
Meeting ID: 161 338 6226
Toll-free call-in number: 833 568 8864
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
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