Events
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Free September 10 Second Friday at the Smith College Museum of Art
Presented by Smith College Museum of Art at Smith College Museum of Art September 10, 2010 Come to the Smith College Museum of Art on September 10 for Second Friday, 4-8 PM! From 4-6 PM investigate the galleries with a hands-on art activity, ages 4+ with adult (while supplies last.) At 6 PM artist Emily Eveleth will give a gallery talk on her current exhibition, Luscious: Paintings by Emily Eveleth, which is on view through October 24.
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Smith College Museum of Art |
09/10/10 |
Smith College Museum of Art, Northampton |
Take for $10
Presented by Boston Center for Adult Education at Boston Center for Adult Education September 7-September 10, 2010 September in Boston generally means one thing: back to school. This inevitably leads to crowded T-rides, packed coffee shops and bustling Newbury Street shoppers. As the average tuition of higher education in Boston creeps up to nearly $50k a semester, you can kiss that summer savings good bye. This year the Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE), the area’s award-winning adult education center is stepping up by cutting down its prices. From Tuesday,...
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Boston Center for Adult Education |
09/07/10 -
09/10/10 |
Boston Center for Adult Education, Boston |
FREE SEMINAR: “SOMETHING ABOUT CHEKHOV & MEISNER. MEISNER. OKAY, MEISNER!”
Presented by Michael Chekhov Actors Studio Boston September 11, 2010 WHAT’S SO SPECIAL ABOUT CHEKHOV? AND WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH MEISNER? Find out at our free seminar: “SOMETHING ABOUT CHEKHOV & MEISNER. MEISNER. OKAY, MEISNER!” A General Introduction to Our Methods and Programs. Please visit us at www.MichaelChekhovActorsStudioBoston.com for full details. *This seminar is limited to 16 actors max. Please RSVP. **Our Fall Term begins September 13. Inquiries and applications are welcome NOW.
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Michael Chekhov Actors Studio Boston |
09/11/10 |
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Free! Personalized Homework Notebook
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Artbeat |
09/11/10 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
Howard Goldowsky: Masters of Technique
Presented by Back Pages Books September 11, 2010 Mongoose Press, Chess Books from Europe, and Back Pages Books in Waltham, MA will be sponsoring a special day of chess activities to promote Mongoose's new chess fiction anthology, Masters of Technique. On Saturday, September 11, 2010, Senior Master Denys Shmelov will be giving a 20-board simultaneous exhibition at 12:30 p.m., followed by a blitz tournament at 4:00 p.m., at Back Pages Books in Waltham, MA. Tickets for the simul are free with the purchase of a copy of the anthology. ...
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Back Pages Books |
09/11/10 |
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Spy Pond Park Arts and Work Day - Sept 11, 12-4PM
Presented by Friends of Spy Pond Park September 11, 2010 Come to Spy Pond Park on September 11, from Noon to 4PM, and join the Friends of Spy Pond Park in a day of music, poetry, arts and crafts. And help keep the park beautiful. For a small donation, visitors of all ages can participate in a number of arts and crafts activities. Free music, poetry and dance performances will be presented around the park. Attendees are encouraged to meet at the Playground, grab a pair of gloves and a gardening tool, and help preserve the park’s many...
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Friends of Spy Pond Park |
09/11/10 |
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(ahts) The Boston Arts Festival
Presented by Mayor's Office of Arts, Tourism and Special Events at Christopher Columbus Park September 10-September 12, 2010 (ahts): The Boston Arts Festival features the best of the Boston Arts Scene- both visual and performance. Based in the idyllic Christopher Columbus Park on Boston’s waterfront, the festival features over 70 juried artists and a performance program on 2 stages showcasing Boston’s best performing arts groups and performers. There will also be art demonstrations and family activities with staff from the MFA, the Mayor's Mural Crew, Diablo glass and 7 other arts groups. To learn more...
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Mayor's Office of Arts, Tourism and Special Events |
09/10/10 -
09/12/10 |
Christopher Columbus Park, Boston |
Last Catch of the Season
Presented by Boston Center for Adult Education at Boston Center for Adult Education September 16-September 17, 2010 Join the Boston Center for Adult Education on September 16th and 17th as they present "Last Catch of the Season" their newest course bringing reality back to the classroom! Climb aboard the 34-foot "Reel Pursuit" fishing vessel with Captain Paul on September 16th and prepare to catch the best in-season fish Massachusetts waters has to offer. Have your bounty delivered to the BCAE kitchens and join Chef Jason Bond of the Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro the following evening...
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Boston Center for Adult Education |
09/16/10 -
09/17/10 |
Boston Center for Adult Education, Boston |
Living in Community: A Morning Talk with Dr. Patch Adams
Presented by Lexington Community Education September 17, 2010 Portrayed by Robin Williams in a Hollywood film, Dr. Patch Adams is a world renowned medical doctor, clown, performer, social activist and founder of the Gesundheit Institute. Join Lexington Community Education in welcoming Dr. Adams as he gives his unique perspective on how we can better maintain and become more responsible, active community members. Pre-registration recommended by calling LCE at 781 862 8043
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Lexington Community Education |
09/17/10 |
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Uptown Swing Dance with Racky Thomas Band
Presented by Hop to the Beat Dance Studio at Brookline Tai Chi September 18, 2010 Swing Dancing monthly to live music. The atmosphere is always fun and friendly with people of all levels attending. Beginners are welcome and you do not need to come with a partner. Lesson 8:15-9:00pm starts with basics for beginners and about the last 15 minutes include a different intermediate move each month. Live music for dancing 9:00pm-Midnight.
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Hop to the Beat Dance Studio |
09/18/10 |
Brookline Tai Chi, Brookline |
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Free! Fancy School Pencils
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Artbeat |
09/18/10 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
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Wide Angle Photography: Focus on Landscapes
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
09/18/10 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
Teacher Workshop: Virtual Worlds with David Teng Olsen
Presented by Davis Museum and Cultural Center at Davis Museum and Cultural Center September 21, 2010 Educators of all levels are invited for a new media workshop with faculty artist, David Teng Olsen. Experience Olsen's installation on view in Calculated Risks: New Work by Faculty Artists, and then join us in Wellesley's Media Lab for a hands-on demonstration and workshop on basic 3D animation. Learn simple 3D modeling and animation techniques that you can use in the classroom. Everyone will have a chance to make a model and animate it. Space is limited. RSVP required to...
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Davis Museum and Cultural Center |
09/21/10 |
Davis Museum and Cultural Center, Wellesley |
Taste of Spain Wine Dinner
Presented by The Wine List September 21, 2010 TASTE OF SPAIN WINE DINNER Join us for our September “High Five” wine dinner – a tribute to all things Spanish with 5 courses and 5 wine pairings. Menu includes poached figs with cabrales blue, grilled chorizo with chimichurri and chickpea and calamari salad, paired with Tempranillo, Albarino, and more (6:00 p.m. - $55)
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The Wine List |
09/21/10 |
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NEWTON ARCHAEOLOGY ROADSHOW
Presented by Historic Newton at Historic Newton September 22, 2010 Wednesday, September 22, 7 pm NEWTON ARCHAEOLOGY ROADSHOW Interested in archaeology? The City of Newton has hired archaeologists to help locate areas in the City where archaeological sites may be present. They will discuss this archaeological survey and its goals, and request your help! Come to this archaeological roadshow; see artifacts already found, share your information, and bring items for archaeologists to identify. We would love to hear from you and have the public’s help in...
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Historic Newton |
09/22/10 |
Historic Newton, Newton |
Bully Busters for Kids
Presented by Wu Dao Kung Fu & Tai Chi September 4-September 25, 2010 Has your child been a victim of school-ground bullying? Bullies are unfortunately a part of society. The Wu Dao Bully Busters program recognizes the need for children to defend themselves against bullies by learning to carry themselves with confidence and use non-violent means and simple techniques for conflict resolution. Price covers all three workshop sessions and workshop material.
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Wu Dao Kung Fu & Tai Chi |
09/04/10 -
09/25/10 |
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Lexington Arts and Crafts Society Fall Classes and Workshops
Presented by Lexington Arts and Crafts Society at Lexington Arts and Crafts Society August 2-September 30, 2010 Lexington Arts and Crafts Society 130 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA Fall Classes/Workshops 2010 Registration opens August 2nd for the Fall Session of Classes and Workshops offered at the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society. Join with our local and nationally known, expert art instructors as they guide everyone from the novice to the advanced. The Society is an approved venue to award Professional Development Points (PDP’s) to teachers for Mass. DOE certification. Classes fill up...
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Lexington Arts and Crafts Society |
08/02/10 -
09/30/10 |
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society, Lexington |
Intermediate Fiddle with Hanneke Cassel
Presented by Passim Folk Music & Cultural Center at Passim School of Music September 14-October 12, 2010 Tuesdays [6:30 pm - 7:45 pm] Sept. 14, 28, Oct. 12, 19, 26 $110 / $90 The focus of these courses will be to explore traditional and contemporary Scottish and Cape Breton music. We will learn about the elements that characterize these styles of fiddle music--bowings, grace notes, and others. Tunes will be taught by EAR, and students are asked to bring a recording device to class. Similar material will be taught in both the intermediate and advanced classes, the difference being the rate at...
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Passim Folk Music & Cultural Center |
09/14/10 -
10/12/10 |
Passim School of Music, Cambridge |
Ballet for Your Body
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 7-October 12, 2010 Ballet is not just for ballerinas – it’s for everyone. A healthy activity for the mind and body, ballet can help you tone and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, improve posture, and develop fluid joint movement. Whether you’re new to ballet, or ready to pull out your dusty slippers from years ago, this class is perfect for anyone looking to challenge their body and their mind with basic ballet barre and center work broken down into easy-to-learn techniques....
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Springstep |
09/07/10 -
10/12/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Belly Dance Basics
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 7-October 12, 2010 Take part in some stimulating, creative, and joyous exercise, in the multicultural artistic expression of Raks Sharqi (belly dancing)! This class is for those new to the dance or those who need a review of the basic moves and musical rhythms. Students will use some of the props of the dance, including veils and canes. You can expect a great workout, whether you aspire to become a professional belly dancer, or just wish to tone your body in an energizing way! Teens 14+ are welcome to all...
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Springstep |
09/07/10 -
10/12/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Irish Song Circle Workshop
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 7-October 12, 2010 Come step into the Irish Song Circle, where singers of all kinds are invited to explore the traditional and contemporary world of Irish singing with two of the area’s most dynamic “trad” singers. This weekly 75-minute session will begin with gentle warm ups to suit the folk singer and will provide each participant with an opportunity to share a song on which he or she has been working. Each week, a new song will be taught by ear (the traditional way!) Drawing from years of...
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Springstep |
09/07/10 -
10/12/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Afro-Flow Yoga
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 15-October 13, 2010 Afro Flow Yoga™ infuses electrifying dance movements of the African Diaspora with a meditative yoga sequence of gentle yet powerful stretches. Deeply connect with the sound of soulful rhythmic drums, energize your chakras, gain strength and flexibility, and rejoice in the bliss of feeling renewed, grounded and peaceful! Some previous yoga experience required. Teens 14+ are welcome at all adult classes!
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Springstep |
09/15/10 -
10/13/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Feldenkrais: Awareness Through Movement
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 8-October 13, 2010 Based on the work of Moshe Feldenkrais, this class uses verbally guided movement sequences influenced by physics, martial arts, yoga, and developmental research to help you re-discover your body's potential. Through slowing down and paying close attention you will identify unconscious movement habits that may be interfering with your ability to experience optimum grace and efficiency. This class is perfect for people of all ages and is excellent for injury prevention and recovery. Teens 14+...
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Springstep |
09/08/10 -
10/13/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Flamenco (Beginning) Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 8-October 13, 2010 Learn the fundamentals of flamenco dance, including basic body stance, footwork, arm and handwork, and palmas (hand clapping). Students will learn choreography and how to clap in rhythm to the music, while also learning about the colorful history of this vibrant dance. No prior dance experience is necessary. Please wear character shoes, or boots/shoes with a thick, wide heel. Women should wear a flamenco skirt or a long, full skirt. Men should wear comfortable pants and a t-shirt. Teens 14+...
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Springstep |
09/08/10 -
10/13/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Flamenco (Intermediate) Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 8-October 13, 2010 Express yourself through this vibrant Spanish dance. Often accompanied by live flamenco guitar music, students will build upon the basic elements of flamenco, including body stance, footwork, palmas (hand clapping), arm and handwork. You will feel the rhythm, perform the choreography, and learn the colorful history. This class is appropriate for continuing students. Teens 14+ are welcome to all adult classes at Springstep.
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Springstep |
09/08/10 -
10/13/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Jazz, Modern, Blues Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 8-October 13, 2010 Join us for an exciting blend of three innovative dance styles! This class, for both experienced and new dancers alike, will get you moving, strengthen your core muscles, increase flexibility, and connect mind and body. Harness the power of modern dance, the soul of jazz dance, and the spirituality of blues dance into a unique form of creative self-expression. Teens 14+ are welcome to all adult classes at Springstep.
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Springstep |
09/08/10 -
10/13/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Argentine Tango Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 16-October 14, 2010 Get a taste of the elegant social dance that creates a unique, silent communication between dance partners, forming one body moving in coordination and harmony. Perfect for beginners, students in this class will work on connecting to a dance partner and to the music while building an Argentine tango vocabulary for the dance floor. Students are welcome to sign up with or without a partner. To pivot on the floor with ease, please bring non-rubber soled shoes. Teens 14+ are welcome at all adult...
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Springstep |
09/16/10 -
10/14/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Tap (Absolute Beginner - Advanced Beginner) Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 9-October 14, 2010 This class introduces and refines the foundational steps of rhythm tap and joins them together in combinations. Using a variety of musical styles, students will examine the relationship between music and the tap dancer in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Tap shoes are encouraged but not required. (Jazz tap, oxford-style shoes preferred.) Teens 14+ are welcome at all adult classes at Springstep.
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Springstep |
09/09/10 -
10/14/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Tap (Intermediate - Advanced Intermediate) Class
Presented by Springstep at Springstep September 9-October 14, 2010 This class is for students who have a firm grasp of tap fundamentals and would like to continue their training. The emphasis will be on developing the skills necessary for more intricate footwork as well as more advanced combinations and routines. Tap shoes are required. (Jazz tap, oxford-style shoes preferred.) Teens 14+ are welcome at all adult classes at Springstep.
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Springstep |
09/09/10 -
10/14/10 |
Springstep, Medford |
Lindy Hop Swing Dance Classes
Presented by Hop to the Beat Dance Studio at Lower Falls Community Center September 12-October 17, 2010 Lindy Hop is the original style of Swing Dancing and is an incredibly fun, creative partner dance. Classes are taught in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, emphasizing lead/follow connection, rhythm, musicality, technique and styling. Singles and couples welcome. No partner necessary.
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Hop to the Beat Dance Studio |
09/12/10 -
10/17/10 |
Lower Falls Community Center, Newton |