Week of November 20th

Still need a turkey?  Foodie’s got plenty of fresh and dozen turkeys on hand as well as fresh produce for your sides.  Don’t have time to make sides – Foodie’s also has delicious side dishes at the ready in their prepared foods case.  Insider’s tip: Not sure how the heck to cook a turkey?  Head to Butterball’s website for a how to guide.  They even have an app!  Also, Monday is the last day to order homemade pies from Capo! 

Lend a hand! This is the time of year to be grateful for all we have. Unfortunately, there are many families that need help with the holidays including Thanksgiving! The long standing South Boston tradition of the Thanksgiving Dinner at St. Monica’s church is being served from 11:30-1:30.  It takes a village to make this dinner a reality!  Volunteer to help cook turkeys, bake a pie, make pick ups, deliveries, serve meals, set-up and clean-up!  You can email Dan Manning at [email protected] you would like to come for a delicious dinner at St. Monica’s Hall (at the corner of Preble and Old Colony Ave) just bring your appetite.  If you can’t leave your home and would like a meal delivered, give St. Monica’s a call at 617-268-1230 or 617-590-9922.

Let’s get ready to rumble! Turkey Rumble that is!  Come out to support the Tynan Community Center and enjoy some good old fashioned wrestling matches with UFO Wrestling on Wednesday, November 22nd beginning at 7pm at the Tynan Community Center (650 East Fourth Street).  Front Row seats are $15 in Advance and $20 at the Door…General Admission is $10 in Advance and $15 at the Door…Reserve your tickets safe and securely thru the “FRIENDS AND FAMILY” feature on PayPal here!  Title it “HAVOC”

Dance, dance, dance!  Revisit the good old days and enjoy Southie DJ legend Dru Errico as he spins the tunes at Seapoint  on Wednesday night beginning at 8pm.   Plan on dancing the night away to such local favorites like Happy Radio and Young Hearts Run Free! No cover charge.  Plenty of parking!  It will be worth having a hangover on Thanksgiving! Capo will feature live music in the Supper Club on Wednesday evening with Vincent King from 8pm – 11pm followed by DJ Silent Partner from 11pm – 1am. Beverage Director Kevin Mabry will be mixing up cocktails all night!

Support SBYHL!  Mix and mingle with friends and neighbors and help support South Boston Youth Hockey League!   There will be live music featuring local favorite Cherrie Bomb! Great raffles and auction items! The night will also honor Representative Nick Collins for his tireless efforts to foster and promote the SBYH program!  This event takes Saturday, November 25th  at 7pm at Carson Place!  Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here! 

Get out there and shop! If you survive Black Friday and still have some shopping left in you, then head out to the streets of Southie on Saturday.   Saturday, November 25th is national “Small Business Saturday.” This campaign was designed by American Express to generate business to small independent merchants – and we know how important it is to shop locally! Spread the word too!  Encourage your friends and family to shop locally! Not only are you getting a jump on your Christmas shopping, you are helping our local economy!  Really, it’s a win/win situation.

Lulu lovers rejoice!  Whether you where Lululemon to workout or to strut your stuff around town, this news should make your day!  Lululemon Seaport is opening its doors on Friday, November 24th at 6pm -8pm.  Enjoy music by DJ Costa and complimentary refreshments from Champy and Scorpion Bar!  Reserve your spot today! 

Bonus:
The Holidays are upon us and we want to make sure they are merry and bright! We’ll help you shop, entertain, unwind, and have some fun!  This guide will be packed with tips like where you can get the best blow out for your office party, where to host your holiday mixer, who can help with the cooking, where you can get a much needed massage, where to buy a Christmas tree, and a holiday gift guide for everyone on your list!   Check it out here!