Events
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Somerville Walks
Presented by WalkBoston April 9, 2009 - Ongoing This map shows all of Somerville with possible walks highlighted in five-minute increments. Use it to explore Somerville on foot for recreation, exploration, and transportation.
Use this map for a self guided walk.
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WalkBoston |
04/09/09 -
Ongoing |
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Wall Works
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum June 11, 2011-April 15, 2012 As part of a new initiative to rethink the Permanent Collection, deCordova has invited artists Kysa Johnson, Natalie Lanese, Caleb Neelon, Alison Owen, Justin Richel, and Mary Temple to create site-specific wall installations based on specific works from the Museum’s holdings of modern and contemporary American art. Sited in the Dewey Family Gallery and the Museum’s Café, these new installations will reflect each artist’s own practice and aesthetic while creatively...
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
06/11/11 -
04/15/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Guided River & Harbor Tours
Presented by Charles River Canoe & Kayak June 23, 2011 - Ongoing Amazing experiences on the Charles River and Boston Harbor, including:
* Skyline & Sunset Tours - Spectacular Skyline Views from Kendall Square
* Boston Harbor Tours - Experience the Harbor from Kendall Square
* Barbeque Tours - Paddling & Food from Allston or Kendall Square
* Moonlight Canoe Tours - Relaxing Evening Canoe Tour from Newton
* Custom Tours & Events - Unforgettable Group Outings Just for You
* Eco-Tours - See...
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Charles River Canoe & Kayak |
06/23/11 -
Ongoing |
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PLATFORM 8: Soo Sunny Park and Spencer Topel, Capturing Resonance
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum September 18, 2011-July 29, 2012 In their first collaboration, sculptor Soo Sunny Park and sound artist and composer Spencer Topel have transformed deCordova’s Window Gallery into a multi-sensory environment. In Capturing Resonance, the eighth project in the PLATFORM series, Park and Topel have composed a large-scale installation that utilizes the intense natural light in the gallery with the flow of museum visitors through this transitional space to create an ever-changing sculptural soundscape.
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
09/18/11 -
07/29/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Calvin's Monster
Presented by Boston Children's Theatre February 4-February 12, 2012 CALVIN’S MONSTER is a World Premiere new musical based on the children’s book “Fairy Tale Moments” by Marcia Trimble and adapted for the stage by Burgess Clark. Scared of his shadow, Calvin seeks the aid of famous storybook characters to help him overcome his fears. Written with a modern twist, including Peter Pan and Little Red Riding Hood with cell phones and pagers, CALVIN’S MONSTER entertains while teaching valuable lessons about staying strong and...
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Boston Children's Theatre |
02/04/12 -
02/12/12 |
Roberts Theatre at the BCA, Boston |
Reflections of a Rock Lobster
Presented by Boston Children's Theatre March 3-March 11, 2012 The true story of a 17 year-old gay student from Cumberland, Rhode Island who sued his high school in 1980 for the right to escort his boyfriend to his high school prom, is the basis for this groundbreaking World Premiere of the play REFLECTIONS OF A ROCK LOBSTER. Adapted by Burgess Clark from the autobiographical book by Aaron Fricke, the play makes a powerful statement about bullying, intolerance and hope. “BCT is extremely proud to be the first children’s theatre to address...
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Boston Children's Theatre |
03/03/12 -
03/11/12 |
The Wimberly Theatre at the BCA, Boston |
The 2012 deCordova Biennial
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum January 22-April 22, 2012 The 2012 deCordova Biennial is a survey exhibition focused on emphasizing the quality and variety of work rather than any single or overarching theme. Highlighting artists from across New England, the exhibition displays a diverse range of approaches to media and content. The exhibition is co-curated by deCordova Curator, Dina Deitsch and Independent Curator and former owner/director of the Judi Rotenberg Gallery, Boston, MA, Abigail Ross Goodman. The 2012 deCordova Biennial will feature 23...
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
01/22/12 -
04/22/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Bobby McFerrin
Presented by FirstWorks May 10, 2012 “McFerrin’s greatest gift to his audience – changing them from spectators into celebrants and
transforming a concert hall into a playground.” —The Los Angeles Times
One-man orchestra Bobby McFerrin uses his four-octave range and a vast array of vocal techniques to conjure the unmistakable sound of a trumpet in a jazz standard, the cello in a classical composition and the bubbly melody of a pop song.
Best known for his Grammy...
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FirstWorks |
05/10/12 |
The Vets, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Providence |
MANS AND OTHER: Paintings by George Herman
Presented by Albright Art Gallery + Supply January 10-March 11, 2012 Albright Art 32 Main St., Concord, MA 01742 (978) 369 – 7300 www.albrightartgallery.com Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5 Jan 10 – March 11 Albright Art Gallery is pleased to announce an exhibition of new works by George Herman. His recent paintings of heads, faces, portraits, range from the very specific and naturalistic to the highly expressionistic. Herman uses his usual method of layering, scraping, sanding and repainting to create a powerful and moving body of work. Opening...
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Albright Art Gallery + Supply |
01/10/12 -
03/11/12 |
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PUDDLESTOMPERS February Vacation Nature Program - Wellesley
Presented by PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration February 21-February 24, 2012 Let us lead your children in discovering the beauty and wonder of late winter and early spring during PUDDLESTOMPERS February Vacation Week Drop-Off Program. Activity will be based at Warren Recreation Center in Wellesley where we will venture outside along the adjacent trail as much as temperature and weather allow. Learn about how animals survive the winter and why evergreens keep their leaves. Look for animal tracks and other signs of winter activity. Investigate the reappearance of...
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PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration |
02/21/12 -
02/24/12 |
Warren Recreation Center, Wellesley |
Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys
Presented by Soule Early Childhood Center PTO February 12, 2012 Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys perform! Amazing raffle baskets, food & drink, fun for the whole family!
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Soule Early Childhood Center PTO |
02/12/12 |
Baker Elementary School, Brookline |
MAPPING MY WORLD: February school vacation week program
Presented by The Mary Baker Eddy Library February 21-February 24, 2012 Every February, during Boston’s school vacation week, The Mary Baker Eddy Library hosts free entertaining and educational programs for youth ages 17 and under from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Library programs are designed to provide families with fun experiences, new insights about Mary Baker Eddy and the Library’s collections, and to maximize the value of museum-based learning.
Visit The Mary Baker Eddy Library for "Mapping My Wold", an interactive program that...
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The Mary Baker Eddy Library |
02/21/12 -
02/24/12 |
The Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston |
Interactive Performance: Spectrum of Inevitable Violence
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum February 15, 2012 The unresolved, elusive, but timely forces of cultural and spatial politics are at the heart of Caitlin Berrigan’s Spectrum of Inevitable Violence, which will transform the Cyclorama into a massive arena to explode ideas about social class. Berrigan, who often integrates performance with edible art, asks participants to analyze their class background and map it out as a territory to defend in a dynamic confrontation—with food as ammunition. This battle provides an outlet for all...
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
02/15/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
February Vacation Week
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum February 21-February 24, 2012 Drop-in as a family every day during February vacation week from 1–3 pm for an art activity that relates to the current exhibitions: The 2012 deCordova Biennial, Wall Works, and PLATFORM 8: Soo Sunny Park and Spencer Topel, Capturing Resonance. Program designed for all ages.
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
02/21/12 -
02/24/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Eye Wonder Family Program
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum March 4, 2012 Eye Wonder is a monthly drop-in program for families which focuses on careful looking and creative art projects.
This month explore how artists use line in their artwork through Biennial artist Ann Pibal’s colorful geometric paintings and then create your own linear drawing using tape and other materials.
Perfect for families with children ages 6–12. Free with Museum admission.
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
03/04/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Eye Wonder Family Program
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum April 1, 2012 Eye Wonder is a monthly drop-in program for families which focuses on careful looking and creative art projects.
Work with Biennial artist Jonathan Gitelson to explore identities, both real and imagined, as you create your persona.
Perfect for families with children ages 6–12. Free with Museum admission.
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
04/01/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
Animal Footprints and Signs
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary February 12, 2012 Wonder what animal made those tracks? Who is traveling on the trails or through your yard? Come find out how to solve these mysteries! Pre-registration required. Ages 6 and up. Instructions and Directions: This programs includes walking over uneven terrain.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
02/12/12 |
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33rd Annual Cambridge River Festival
Presented by Cambridge Arts Council June 2, 2012 Join us for this one-day celebration of the arts, attracting 200,000 annually. This FREE event along the banks of the Charles River features jazz, folk, roots and world music performances, dance, art demonstrations, family art-making activities and over 100 specialty food purveyors and craftspeople!
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Cambridge Arts Council |
06/02/12 |
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PUDDLESTOMPERS February Vacation Nature Program
Presented by PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration February 21-February 24, 2012 Let us lead your children in discovering the beauty and wonder of late winter and early spring during PUDDLESTOMPERS February Vacation Week Drop-Off Program. Activity will be based indoors, and we will venture out on the trails as much as temperature and weather allow. Learn about how animals survive the winter and why evergreens keep their leaves. Look for animal tracks and other signs of winter activity. Investigate the reappearance of animals and the new growth of plants as Mother Nature...
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PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration |
02/21/12 -
02/24/12 |
Nahanton Park Nature Center, Newton |
MassArt Family Day!
Presented by Massachusetts College of Art and Design February 25, 2012 MassArt welcomes families and friends of all ages to join the festivities at Family Day in the Bakalar & Paine Galleries. Twice a year, Family Day brings together visitors of all ages to explore exhibitions in a fun, creative way. Admission is free and materials are provided, so attendees are encouraged to drop in at any time to enjoy art-making projects, guided conversations, interactive activities, and refreshments. The activity stations, which are designed and facilitated by MassArt...
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Massachusetts College of Art and Design |
02/25/12 |
Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Bakalar & Paine Galleries, Boston |
Hans Christian Anderson's "The Nightingale"
Presented by Boston College February 12, 2012 Bring your family and enjoy "The Nightingale" adapted from a Hans Christian Andersen tale. Performed with audience participation.
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Boston College |
02/12/12 |
Boston College, Lyons Hall 423, Chestnut Hill |
14th Annual Boston College Arts Festival
Presented by Boston College April 26-April 28, 2012 Every year, the Boston College Arts Festival brings the Boston College and surrounding communities together to celebrate the arts. Music, theater, dance, film screenings, art exhibitions and demonstrations, literary readings, children's activities, special events, and much more!
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Boston College |
04/26/12 -
04/28/12 |
Boston College, O'Neill Plaza Event Center, Chestnut Hill |
Mall at Chestnut Hill Hosts Pawsox Idol!
Presented by Pawtucket Red Sox February 25, 2012 Do you like to sing? Want a chance to perform during a half inning at a designated Pawsox game? It’s easy. Simply send an email to info@pawsox.com to receive a registration form from Now – February 21, 2012.
Then on Saturday, February 25th contestants will have approximately 60-90 seconds to sing a song of their choice during his/her audition (songs must be family friendly). Contestants will be notified on Monday, February 27th if they have been selected to...
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Pawtucket Red Sox |
02/25/12 |
Mall at Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill |
Saint Patrick's Peace Parade
Presented by Massachusetts Peace Action March 18, 2012 People's parade for peace, equality, jobs, social and economic justice. UNITE, PARTICIPATE, CELEBRATE!
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Massachusetts Peace Action |
03/18/12 |
Broadway station MBTA redline, Boston |
The YoYo Show at Pontine Theatre, Saturday 3 March
Presented by Pontine Theatre March 3, 2012 Saturday, March 3, at 2pm, Pontine Theatre presents John & Rebecca Higby in The YoYo Show. As seen on David Letterman, they have performed in over 20 countries. In October 2011, John set a new Guinness World Record in Beijing, China. Over 20 million viewers on Chinese television watched as he lit 14 matches with a yoyo in 60 seconds. The 45-minute show will be followed by a workshop for all ages. Tickets are $8 for the performance and $12 for the workshop (which includes the price...
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Pontine Theatre |
03/03/12 |
West End Studio Theatre, Portsmouth |
The Big Doozie Presents: The Billy Kelly Show
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 25, 2012 Billy Kelly is a guy with a guitar and shoes and a head and band called The Blahblahblahs and other stuff. His songs are humorous as well as funny. National Public Radio said that Billy has “an endearingly oddball since of humor,” but sadly they did not say anything about his sense of smell, which is pretty good too. Billy Kelly’s live performances feature sing-alongs, dance-alongs, yell-alongs, and snowman-alongs, among other types of ‘alongs’ too numerous to...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/25/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Kids' Concert Series - Mister G
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center March 10, 2012 Dubbed "irresistible" by People magazine, Mister G writes funky, original songs ("Pizza for Breakfast";"Sneaky Chihuahua";"Shark in my Bathtub") that have captivated audiences in Europe, Latin America and around the USA. His recently released Grammy-nominated album BUGS, showcases his musical versatility with song styles including rock, ska, bluegrass, bossa nova, and reggae. Mister G's interactive, bilingual concerts have established him as one of...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
03/10/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Kids' Concert Series - Rolie Polie Guacamole
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center April 14, 2012 Rolie Polie Guacamole is the hippest new “kindie” band from Brooklyn, NY! Their high energy, interactive shows are a mix of funk, rock and folk music mashed into original tunes about natural living, eating healthy and staying active. Kids love dancing along to their newest hits "Kangaroo and Billy Too" and "Triathlon" and the whole family will enjoy their remarkable renditions of Harry Nilsson’s “Coconut” and Woody Guthrie’s...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
04/14/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
"Magic in the Air" Comedy and Magic Variety Show
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center March 23, 2012 "Magic in the Air" is a unique variety show featuring an exciting mixture of three talented entertainers. If you take a healthy dose of comedy, throw in a handful of magic, and blend it, you have the recipe for Chris Mitchell’s hysterical and original comedy magic. Next, from the stages of Broadway in New York to New Zealand's renowned Regent Theater, George Saterial has traveled five continents performing his classically inspired illusions. Discover for yourself what George...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
03/23/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Valentine Cookie Reception
Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store February 12, 2012 Satisfy your sweet tooth this Valentines Day at Artbeat! To show you how special you are to us we will be hosting a cookie reception Come in to Artbeat and enjoy delicious treats while making a delightful free V-Day project: create a lovely votive candle holder with fun heart shapes to celebrate the season. Happy Valentines Day to you from Artbeat!
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Artbeat |
02/12/12 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |