5 Things, Including a South End Economic Survey

1) Shopping and dining in the South End: Washington Gateway Main Street has released the findings of its Customer Intercept Survey. Over 75 percent of respondents said they patronize shops along the South End portion of Washington Street at least once a week. There were some areas for improvement, however: “The survey also revealed opportunities for improvement in the district. While about 70% of respondents dine out at a sit-down restaurant at least once per week, almost 60% of respondents do less than one quarter of this dining in the district. Many people surveyed also suggested a need for more limited-service/ take-out and affordable dining.”

2) In case you missed it: South Ender Richard M. Smith walked the neighborhood this weekend and took . There’s a lot happening, check it out.

3) Adoption talk tonight: hosts a on LGBT adoption. The talk is free and starts at 6 p.m..

4) School choice survey: The Boston Public School system wants to hear from you. There’s still time to fill out their online survey on school choice, which may help to shape changes in the student assignment process.

5) Weather: There’s a 50 percent chance of more rain today, according to the National Weather Service. Expect clouds and a high temperature of 61 degrees.