Considering a Cleanse? There's a Seminar for That

Today is Friday (!), May 20. Here are five things you need to know today.

1. The Charlestown Women's Recovery Initiative is wrapping up its first phase of planning this weekend with a and a . As many of you know, the group got organized at the start of the year, trying to and families affected by substance abuse. Over the last six months, organizers have hosted public meetings and collected info from residents and experts. What's next? A report summarizing their findings. For more details on the initiative's upcoming phase of work, stop by the Constitution Inn on Sunday at 1 p.m. or click here. (If you're planning on going Sunday, be sure to RSVP: dianegrantcrh@gmail.com.  

2. It's an excellent time of year to detox. If you're interested in giving it a shot, local holistic health professional Shawna Pelton is on how to get started tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Charlestown Yoga. She'll be exploring a few ways to cleanse the whole body and individual systems. Here's what Shawna says: Detoxification can aid the body in healing many chronic health issues, including: Arthritis. PMS. Acid. IBS. Chronic pain. Acne...and much more.

3. Want a peek at how the other half lives? Check out from the Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill Tour that took place yesterday. Beautiful stuff. (C will go on display on June 18.)

4. If the weather holds up this weekend, you can head over to Lewis Wharf for some on the harbor. The Boston Sailing Center is offering skippered rides during its annual open house from 1 to 5 p.m. Even if you've never been on a sailboat, you're welcome to go. Visit www.bostonsailingcenter.com for details.

5. About that weather. A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 9 a.m. today. High near 64. 

For more info on what's happening around the neighborhood, check out our events calendar.