Weekend Picks – August 16th

Hop on a ferry for a fun summer adventure

Looking for a fun activity around Charlestown? Check out the boat shuttle service that connects you from Pier 6 in Charlestown to East Boston’s waterfront and the Seaport. Boston Launch Company runs their boat shuttle service daily from 11 am until 11 pm, making stops at Pier 6, ReelHouse East Boston, The Tall Ship, and ReelHouse Oyster Bar in the Seaport. The service costs $4 a ticket but is free during Sumner Tunnel closures. It is such a fun, easy, and convenient way to get around the city!  Get all the fun details here! 

Support our small businesses during the construction.

It’s important to make an effort to shop/eat/drink locally, especially during situations like all this construction. When local small businesses thrive, the whole community thrives! Get the details here! 

Outdoor Fitness at The Anchor

Free Arts + Crafts for Kids at Peter Looney Park

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s annual ParkARTS program is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops for children. From West Roxbury to East Boston, kids ages three to ten can enjoy a wide variety of arts and crafts activities led by local artists at the workshops held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. This week, this fun and free event takes place at Peter Looney Park Park on Friday August 16th.

Sunday Funday: Sunsets in Mykonos at Pier 6

Put on your best whites and head to Pier 6 on Sunday, August 18th!  Does it seem like your Instagram feed has been filled with trips to Greece this summer? On Sunday, Pier 6 is bringing the Euro-Summer vibes to the city with a Sunsets in Mykonos White Party! Enjoy food and drink special, a gorgeous sunset on the water and DJ Mark Sousa will be playing! Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased here!  This is a 21+ event!

Sweat it out at Hot Box by the Handle Bar

Hot Box offers two signature classes: Sculpt and Flow. Hot Box’s Sculpt classes are set to revolutionize traditional strength training by infusing it with the power of infrared heat. These high-energy sessions combine breath-to-movement vinyasa with sweat-inducing pilates-inspired exercises. Led by expert instructors, participants will utilize a range of equipment, including resistance bands, lightweight dumbbells, Bala Bangles, and Bala Rings. With upbeat music fueling the atmosphere, each Sculpt class targets the core, legs, arms, and glutes, promising an intense workout experience. Get all the details here! 

Prima’s Cocktails are Nuts

Try one of Prima’s new pistachio cocktails over the weekend!

Take a swim

After a two year renovation, the Clougherty pool is now open! The outdoor lap pool and family pool are now open for the summer 2024 season, and the bathhouse and roof terrace will be completed for summer 2025. The Clougherty was originally built in the 1940s, and the new upgrades modernize the facility and make it more accessible. The total project budget is a $35.5 million investment. You can get all the details here! 

Brunch O’Clock

If you find the right spot, brunch can be the best part of your weekend – hanging with friends, drinking mimosas, and catching up on all things life. Check out our picks for 5 spots for brunch in the neighborhood.

SPORTS!

Red Sox vs. Orioles – Friday August 16th at 7pm, Saturday August 17th at 7pm, and Sunday August 18th at 1:30pm.

Here are a few Places to Watch the Game in the Neighborhood!

Check back as this list may be update!