5 Things You Should Know This Week – September 9th

Taylor Swift Night at The LOT

Got a blank space, and we’re ready to fill it with Taylor Swift movie magic! Get ready for a night at The LOT to watch the Taylor Swift Movie on Friday, September 13th! We all know Taylor’s favorite number is 13, so they’re going to go BIG! The doors open at 6PM and the movie starts at 7PM. Come early to grab a spot and a drink, and enjoy games and FREE friendship bracelet-making! Cause the players gonna play, play, play, play, play—and we’re here to watch the Taylor Swift movie! RSVP here!

Apply for a Spooky Streets Grant from the City of Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Community Engagement Cabinet’s Office of Civic Organizing announced applications are now open for the Spooky Streets Grant Program. This funding is an expansion of the Mayor’s efforts to create a fun and safe environment for kids and families to enjoy community. Residents and community groups who apply and get approved will receive a mini-grant for $250 to purchase items such as candy, pumpkins, decorations, and face paint, making it easier and more affordable for neighborhoods to host Halloween block parties. Get more details here!

New in the Neighborhood: Mr. H Opens this Week

In the ever-expanding landscape of restaurants in the neighborhood, there is a new one on the horizon! Mr. H — a new Chinese restaurant is opening on Thursday, September 12th, at 225 Northern Ave. COJE, the group behind Lolita, Mariel, Yvonne’s, and Coquette, will open the much-anticipated spot. It will feature Chinese-inspired dishes and cocktails and have a pick-up window for your late-night cravings! Menu items include dumplings, dim sum, noodles, and more!

Sign-Ups Open for South Boston Soccer League

South Boston Soccer League believes in soccer for all. The cost is only $10 per player per season, and financial aid is available for those who need it. It’s a rolling registration so players can join at any point in the season. The divisions start as young as 3 and go up to 15 years old. All games are played on Sundays at Moakley Stadium with one weekday practice. To register to play, visit here!

New to the Neighborhood Guide

Southie is my hometown! Whether you just moved into the neighborhood or are looking for something new in the neighborhood, this is the guide for you! We’ve included helpful tips, new businesses on the horizon, and new things to try! It’s all right here! Check back as this guide will be updated! Check it out here! Have any scoop on anything new or have a question about the neighborhood? Send us an email to [email protected]