Events
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Youth Summer Musical Workshops
Presented by Acton Performing Arts Experience July 9-August 3, 2012 Acton Performing Arts Experience is debuting Musical Theater Summer Workshops for children entering grades 1 through 6. Our program offers performing arts skills through licensed Broadway musicals, seasoned faculty with extensive experience in musical theater and performance, and a supportive community to build friendships for life. The first performance we will be preparing and presenting for family is "A Year With Frog And Toad, Kids." The second performance is "You're a...
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Acton Performing Arts Experience |
07/09/12 -
08/03/12 |
Exchange Hall, Acton |
Youth Chamber Music Institute, Summer Program for ages 7-14
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music July 23-August 3, 2012 Come play with your friends with an introduction to chamber playing! String and piano students, ages 7-14, are invited to join us for a two week long program to make music with other aspiring young musicians. Throughout the two weeks participants will engage in chamber repertoire, master classes and music theory for beginners through collaborative activities and games.
Dates: July 23- August 3, 2012
Times: 9:00-1:00pm
Ages: 7-14
Fee: $550
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New School of Music |
07/23/12 -
08/03/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |
Young Fashion Designers: Design & Sew
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 7-June 16, 2012 Take an existing pattern or piece of clothing and revise it to express your personal style. Expect to complete a new pattern and a piece of clothing in this class. Basic sewing skills are required, but extensive experience is not necessary.
Limit 8 students
Instructor: Carol Price
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/07/12 -
06/16/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Young Beginners Piano: Introduction to Music for Little Mozarts (Ages 4-6 years)
Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 26, 2012 Our Young Beginners Piano course is specifically designed for children ages 4-6 years old and includes movement, song, play and pretend activities, designed to provide a balance between the discipline necessary for playing piano and the enjoyment derived from the process of music-making. By the end of the week, students will be able to read and play simple melodies, recognize notes on the keyboard, and understand the basics of rhythm and notation. This is a great introduction to our Music...
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Brookline Music School |
07/09/12 -
07/26/12 |
Brookline Music School, Brookline |
World Music Explorers; a summer program for ages 5-10
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music August 13-August 17, 2012 A hands-on introduction to world instruments, dance and art. Students explore the world through music through a series of daylong workshops to include dance, song and games from around the world all led by New School master musicians.
Dates: August 13 - 17, 2012
Times: 9:00-3:30pm
Ages: 5-10
Fee: $400
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New School of Music |
08/13/12 -
08/17/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/02/12 -
06/11/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts July 10-August 9, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
07/10/12 -
08/09/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/02/12 -
06/11/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 26-June 28, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/26/12 -
06/28/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 13-June 15, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/13/12 -
06/15/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Woodworking Open Shop
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 14-June 30, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/14/12 -
06/30/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Wood Turning: Bowls & Beyond
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts June 6-June 13, 2012 Co-sponsored by Eastern Mass. Guild of Woodworkers
Use the lathe to make wooden bowls, platters, abstract sculptures and more. Start with pieces of tree limbs and trunks, make them round, and take off from there. Beginners will learn basic lathe techniques. Experienced students will advance to the next level at their own pace. Wood is provided in class; advanced turners may bring their own. No physical strength or previous woodworking experience required. All levels welcome. Limit 6...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
06/06/12 -
06/13/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Wood Turning Week: Bowls & Beyond
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts July 30-August 3, 2012 Co-sponsored by Eastern Mass. Guild of Woodworkers
Use the lathe to turn wood into functional objects and art–bowls, platters, sculptures and more. If you wish, add surface decoration with color, burning and other techniques. By spending a week with the lathe, you will rise to a new level of skill, no matter your starting point. All levels welcome. Limit 6 students
Instructor: Ken Lindgren
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Wild about Turtles
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary September 16, 2012 Visit "up close and personal" with some of the turtles found around Broadmoor. Can turtles really leave their shells like they do in the cartoons? What is the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? Find out for yourself! Learn more about our wonderful shelled friends and take a short walk to see more turtles in the wild. Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
09/16/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Wild About Birds
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 3, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/03/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Wild About Birds
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 9, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/09/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Watercolors in Nature: Spring series 2
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 5-June 26, 2012 Let nature inspire you! Explore the use of lines, colors and textures and more. Bring your own painting wish list. As warmer weather approaches we will begin to explore the outdoor world as weather allows. Small class size for individual attention. All levels welcome! Relax, enjoy and create! Pre-registration required. May join series in progress.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
06/05/12 -
06/26/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Voice for Beginners (Ages 7-9 years; 10-12 years)
Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 9-July 26, 2012 If you love to sing for your friends and family, or even in the shower, this is the class for you. Perfect for young singers who may not be ready for private lessons. We’ll explore what makes our voices tick and what qualities make a performance great.
Instructor: Voice Faculty
Session I: July 9-12 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
Session II: July 23-26 (Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs, one-week)
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Brookline Music School |
07/09/12 -
07/26/12 |
Brookline Music School, Brookline |
Vocal Arts Festival
Presented by Winchester Community Music School at Winchester Community Music School June 18-June 22, 2012 Open to singers ranging from ages 10-18, male and female. This week-long Festival is designed to assist you with the integration of singing with movement and acting to bring your vocal study to a new level. Each participant is assigned two pieces of music, musical theatre and art song, along with an acting dialogue. These tools will be used throughout the week to help you learn that singing is much more than "just singing."
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Winchester Community Music School |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Winchester Community Music School, Winchester |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 13-June 1, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/13/12 -
06/01/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-May 29, 2012 As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety and the pleasure of making things and completing them to...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/03/12 -
05/29/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-May 29, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety and the...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/03/12 -
05/29/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 13-June 1, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/13/12 -
06/01/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Ventfort Kids Summer Day Program
Presented by Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum July 9-August 31, 2012 Enjoy a great Gilded-Age experience through crafts, games, baking, gardening, and just plain fun at our 1893 mansion and grounds! Come visit with our special guests and enjoy preparing a Victorian Tea. Bring your favorite doll, bear, or buddy to share in our new Berkshire Buddy program. Ages: about 7-12 Mon - Fri. 9:30 - 3:30 The sessions begin on the first on Monday after the 4th of July holiday and end the week before the Labor Day weekend.Please contact Ventfort Hall for more details....
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Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum |
07/09/12 -
08/31/12 |
Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, Lenox |
Upholstery
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts July 9-August 8, 2012 Learn the art and craft of fine upholstery, working on your own furniture. Practice stripping, spring tie-off, covering, cushions and the use of materials and tools including sewing machines. This class follows an open workshop format; instructors give individual guidance based on student needs. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Large chairs take more than one semester; beginners should start...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
07/09/12 -
08/08/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Two-Week Intensive Recording Project (Ages 8 years to adult)
Presented by Brookline Music School at Brookline Music School July 10-August 2, 2012 (Formerly known as Jazz in July)
Experience the fun of ensemble playing and the excitement of recording. Over the course of twelve hours, students will rehearse and record a four-song CD, drawing on a variety of musical styles. Novice, intermediate and advanced ensembles are available. Placement is determined by prior evaluations.
Instructor: John Purcell
Session I: July 10-19 (Tues/Wed/Thurs, two-weeks)
Session II: July 24-August 2 (Tues/Wed/Thurs,...
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Brookline Music School |
07/10/12 -
08/02/12 |
Brookline Music School, Brookline |
Travel Around the World with Art
Presented by Lexington Arts and Crafts Society at Lexington Arts and Crafts Society July 9-July 13, 2012 A Summer Program for students 10 - 13 years old.
The Artists of the Metalworkers, Ceramics, Painters, Polymer Clay and Woodworkers Guilds will introduce students to the cultural and historical backround of the Arts and Crafts
of various countries.
Students will be guided to create their own pieces using paint, clay, metal, wood and polymer clay. All these mediums complement the arts to extraordinary advantage.
The 3 hour sessions will be limited to...
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Lexington Arts and Crafts Society |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society, Lexington |
Travel Around The World With Art
Presented by Lexington Arts and Crafts Society at Lexington Arts and Crafts Society July 9-July 13, 2012 A Summer Program for Students
10 - 13 Years Old
The Artists of the Metalworkers, Ceramics, Painters, Polymer Clay and Woodworkers Guilds will introduce students to the cultural and historical background of the Arts and Crafts of various countries.
Students will be guided to create their own pieces using paint, clay, metal, wood and polymer clay.
These 3 hour sessions will be limited to 12 students.
July 9 ~ 13, 2012 9:30 ~...
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Lexington Arts and Crafts Society |
07/09/12 -
07/13/12 |
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society, Lexington |
Tot Zone
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/02/12 -
06/11/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Tot Zone
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 5-June 7, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
04/05/12 -
06/07/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |