Events
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Artist Reception and Painting Demonstration "Romantic Valentine Art Show and Sale"
Presented by Olga Fine Arts February 12-February 29, 2012 The audience will see many new paintings created by the artist through a unique perception of the surrounding world. Olga continues experimenting with various techniques and color palettes, but her works have the same distinct feeling of joy and beauty. During the reception Olga Gernovski will perform a painting demonstration - watch a painting getting born! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. AVENUE INFORMATION: L'Aroma Cafe 15 Spencer Street, West Newton, Massachusetts...
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Olga Fine Arts |
02/12/12 -
02/29/12 |
L'Aroma, Newton |
Make Your Own Valentine's Flower Arrangement
Presented by Cass School of Floral Design Inc February 12, 2012 Do something fun and unusual for your Valentine! Create your own original floral design for your sweetheart in the Make Your Own Valentine Arrangement Class! Cass School of Floral Design will provide a variety of the freshest seasonal blooms and foliages, Valentine accents from sparkly bling to demure love birds and expert guidance. You provide your unique creativity. You will take home a vase arrangement personally designed by you that is sure to woo and impress. Your arrangement will be...
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Cass School of Floral Design Inc |
02/12/12 |
Cass School of Floral Design, Inc, Watertown |
About and Engaged: Community Gathering for Artists
Presented by Massachusetts College of Art and Design February 21, 2012 Please join us for the first of five community conversation gatherings for artists of all disciplines who create socially engaged work. This gathering is presented by ArtistsUnderTheDome.org, Theater of the Oppressed Laboratory, New England, MassArt’s Godine Family Gallery, and CACP. For more information and to RSVP, please contact aboutandengaged@gmail.com. This event is part of a series with events also talking place on the following Tuesdays: March 20, April 17, May 8, June 26. All...
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Massachusetts College of Art and Design |
02/21/12 |
North Building, Room 181, Boston |
ACT Lecture| MIchael Corris: What Do Artists Know? Contemporary Responses to the Deskilling of Art
Presented by MIT Program in Art, Culture and Technology (ACT) February 13, 2012 Some contemporary art is profoundly engaged with the world in ways that go beyond interpretation. We seem to be in the midst of a cultural moment where the instrumentalization of art has never been more widely accepted among artists. Whether such artistic practices seek to work across disciplines like science or sociology, or aim to intervene positively in the social and cultural life of communities, the artists involved may be said to hold in common the belief that there is a real advantage...
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MIT Program in Art, Culture and Technology (ACT) |
02/13/12 |
ACT cube, Cambridge |
Suzuki in the Community
Presented by Suzuki School of Newton February 19, 2012 On Sunday, February 19th, Emily Rideout will be performing a viola concert at the Scandinavian Living Center at 206 Waltham Street, Newton at 4:00pm. Come enjoy classical music presented by this talented young artist.
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Suzuki School of Newton |
02/19/12 |
Scandanavian Living Center, Newton |
Camellia Blooming Season
Presented by Historic New England February 8-March 4, 2012 Visit the celebrated collection of camellias in the 1804 camellia house at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses. Many of the trees are over one hundred years old and this is the time of year they put forth a profusion of blossoms in all sizes and shapes. Other plants available during this season include orchids, citrus, and sweet olives.
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Historic New England |
02/08/12 -
03/04/12 |
Lyman Estate Greenhouses, Waltham |
Eliyahu Sills and the Qadim Ensemble
Presented by The Arts at Wellesley February 16, 2012 Qadim is a word found in both Arabic and Hebrew, meaning ancient as well as that which will come. Representing music from many traditions of the Near East, The Qadim Ensemble brings the richness and beauty of these ancient melodies to contemporary audiences. Their repertoire includes Arabic, Jewish, Turkish, Sufi, Hebrew-Yemenite, Armenian, Persian, and Moroccan music, celebrating the common musical and spiritual heritage of the region’s cultures, while honoring the great diversity...
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The Arts at Wellesley |
02/16/12 |
Multifaith Center, Wellesley College, Wellesley |
Houben Paints Money
Presented by DTR Modern Galleries February 10-March 31, 2012 DTR Modern Galleries is pleased to present the latest exhibition of paintings by celebrated contemporary artist Houben R.T. (b. 1970, Bulgaria). Featuring an exceptional body of artwork, this exhibition heralds Houben R.T.’s first gallery showing since his recent selection into the 54th Venice Biennale.
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DTR Modern Galleries |
02/10/12 -
03/31/12 |
DTR Modern Galleries, Boston |
NAA Scholarships for Newton College Bound High School Seniors
Presented by Newton Art Association February 10-March 11, 2012 The Newton Art Association grants scholarships to 2 or more college-bound high school seniors from Newton. Eligible students must live or attend high school in Newton. Art work can be 2-D or 3-D including printmaking, drawing, photography, painting, mixed media, metal work, ceramics , or glass. For application please go to www.newtonartassociation.org. Applications due no later than 5 pm on March 11, 2012 and be delivered to NAA c/o Amy McGregor-Radin, 266 Greenwood Street, Newton Centre, MA...
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Newton Art Association |
02/10/12 -
03/11/12 |
NAA c/o Amy McGregor-Radin, Newton Center |
Almost Maine
Presented by The Arts at Wellesley at Alumnae Hall February 9-February 12, 2012 Almost, Maine by by John Carianian Upstage production directed by Hilary Gross '13. On a moonless winter night, the residents of Almost, Maine find themselves falling unexpectedly, hilariously, in and out of love. Performances are February 9-12, 2012.
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The Arts at Wellesley |
02/09/12 -
02/12/12 |
Alumnae Hall, Wellesley |
The Secret Garden, by composer Lucy Simon and playwright Marsha Norman
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 10-February 19, 2012 Theater
The Secret Garden, by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman (Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother), reimagines the beloved, classic book by Frances Hodgson Burnett in luminous musical style.
Orphaned in India in 1906, 11-year-old Mary Lennox must go to Yorkshire to live with her reclusive uncle and his invalid son. A garden beckons the children with haunting melodies; the “Dreamers,” spirits from Mary's past, guide...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/10/12 -
02/19/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Crafting Realistic Clay Flowers with Richard Ong
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 13-February 27, 2012 Making flowers using air dry clay is a most relaxing and rewarding craft. This class will teach you to create elegant and beautiful flowers great for home deco and gifts. The class is designed to teach you the techniques necessary to make your own creations, With step by step instruction, you will master all the necessary techniques including understanding clay properties, mixing colors, understanding flower petals, crafting and shaping petal and stem, and painting your creations. You will...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/13/12 -
02/27/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Drummer Yoron Israel with "High Standards"
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 24, 2012 Yoron Israel, a native Chicagoan, is one of the most gifted musicians of his generation. Yoron's exciting and tasteful drumming, along with his compositional talents are spotlighted throughout his recordings; "Basic Traneing" (Ronja Music Company), "Chicago" (Double Time), "Live at the Blue Note" (Half Note) and "A Gift for You" (Ronja Music Company). All of these fine works have received enthusiastic praise from journalists, musical peers and fans...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/24/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Sugar Ray & The Bluetones
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 25, 2012 Singer and harp man Sugar Ray Norcia’s career kicked into high gear in 1979 when he formed the original Sugar Ray & the Bluetones with guitar giant Ronnie Earl, and it’s stayed there ever since.
Norcia has appeared on nearly 50 albums including discs with the Bluetones, Earl, Otis Grand, Ann Peebles, Michelle Willson, Sax Gordon, Duke Robillard, and his 1999 “Best Traditional Blues” Grammy nominated collaboration with fellow harmonica virtuosos James Cotton,...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/25/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
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 |
Labyrinth Choir
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 26, 2012 Labyrinth Choir will perform their debut concert of songs exploring freedom: freedom of religion, self-determination, the Underground Railroad, and hope for the future.
The concert “We Who Believe in Freedom” comes from a Sweet Honey in the Rock song: “We who believe in freedom cannot rest until it comes.” The program, featuring the choir, pianist, and a percussionist playing African drums, will include solos, choral songs, and audience participation.
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/26/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Jazz Show/Jam with Daryl Lowery & Berklee faculty
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 7-December 4, 2012 The first hour of the event is a concert, featuring the host band - some of the finest musicians from the area and often featuring great players from NYC and beyond. After the first hour, we open it up to the “jammers” who get the opportunity sit in and hone their skills trading licks with some of the finest players in the area. Some of the best jazz can be heard here any Tuesday night! Come watch or play!!
This weeks feature/host: Daryl Lowery and friends.
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/07/12 -
12/04/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Jazz Show/Jam with Ted Knowlton and cohorts
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 14-December 11, 2012 The first hour of the event is a concert, featuring the host band - some of the finest musicians from the area and often featuring great players from NYC and beyond. After the first hour, we open it up to the “jammers” who get the opportunity sit in and hone their skills trading licks with some of the finest players in the area. Some of the best jazz can be heard here any Tuesday night! Come watch or play!! This weeks feature/host: Ted Knowlton and friends.
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/14/12 -
12/11/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Jazz Show/Jam with John Funkhouser and Friends
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 21-December 18, 2012 The first hour of the jam is a concert, featuring the host band - some of the finest musicians from the area and often featuring great players from NYC and beyond. After the first hour, we open it up to the "jammers" who get the opportunity sit in and hone their skills trading licks with some of the finest players in the area. Some of the best jazz can be heard here any Tuesday night! Come watch or play!!
This weeks feature/host: John Funkhouser Trio
John plays...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/21/12 -
12/18/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
Folk Open Mike with Host Dan Cloutier
Presented by Amazing Things Arts Center at Amazing Things Art Center February 2-December 27, 2012 Our Amazing Things Folk Open Mike offers a friendly supportive venue for developing singer-songwriters and folks who "just like to play". It is a great way to get to know the music community, and to share ideas and techniques. All types of music are welcome. Fans come to see fantastic local artists, and never go away disappointed. See and be seen - heck build a fan base! Always a feature, always fun. Our host, singer-songwriter Dan Cloutier, (www.dancloutiermusic.com) takes...
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Amazing Things Arts Center |
02/02/12 -
12/27/12 |
Amazing Things Art Center, Framingham |
An Tua Nua with Metamovements
Presented by MetaMovements Salsa at An Tua Nua March 25, 2009 - Ongoing Metamovements offers semi-private salsa lessons every Wednesday starting at 7 for those who want to quickly learn how to become better dancers. At 7pm we feature a specialized semi-private lesson focused on your specific needs. Each group is based on experience level so whether you're new to salsa or have been dancing for years we have something for you. At 8 we feature a Rueda de Casino class, a type of social, round form of salsa dancing. Each class is followed by a small performance to...
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MetaMovements Salsa |
03/25/09 -
Ongoing |
An Tua Nua, Boston |
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 |
Henna Body Art
Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store February 16, 2012 If you’re intrigued by this exotic art form, join us in a workshop for adults and teens on Thursday, February 16th. We’ll show you basic techniques for applying henna to your hands and arms, along with pattern ideas. You’ll embellish an original design, or choose from an assortment of transfer stencils to trace. This workshop is led by Karyn Alzayer, who has studied with henna artist Penni Alzayer. $25 includes workshop materials, instruction, and design aid. Participants...
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Artbeat |
02/16/12 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
Special Valentines Day Art Projects
Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store February 6-February 14, 2012 Daily: in the Artbeat studio you can create a thoughtful gift for someone you love. Decoupage a puffy heart or heart treasure box, roll a heart-shaped beeswax candle, choose three Valentine sand paintings, create a heart shaped pillow, or paint an extra special heart canvas. All special projects are only $15 all week long!
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Artbeat |
02/06/12 -
02/14/12 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
King Cake Pull and Mardi Gras Mask Making
Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store February 15-February 21, 2012 For Mardi Gras, beautiful masks decorate the streets of New Orleans. Get into the super festive Mardi Gras spirit by making a beautiful and authentic full-face Mardi Gras mask at during the week leading up to Mardi Gras. Project fee of $12 includes all materials. The King Cake is a traditional Mardi Gras treat to celebrate the feast of the epiphany. The cake has a small trinket, often a small plastic baby inside, and the person who gets the piece of cake with the trinket becomes King or...
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Artbeat |
02/15/12 -
02/21/12 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
Mardi Gras Special Treat
Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store February 21, 2012 Come into Artbeat anytime on Mardi Gras, February 21st and receive a free mask making project to take home. Celebrate the Fat Tuesday Carnival with this free festive mask from us to you!
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Artbeat |
02/21/12 |
Artbeat The Creativity Store, Arlington |
control.release.transform.
Presented by Atlantic Works Gallery at Atlantic Works Gallery February 2-February 25, 2012 A new member show featuring installation, prints and drawings by Matt Keller, mixed media abstracts and oils by Kelly Slater, and kinetic sculptures by John Wilkinson.
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Atlantic Works Gallery |
02/02/12 -
02/25/12 |
Atlantic Works Gallery, Boston |
CapePops 3 A Night at the Movies
Presented by Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra at Barnstable Performing Arts Center February 11-February 12, 2012 The Music That Makes Movies Magical
Kurt Bestor, Guest Conductor & Host - Jennifer Schaffer, Vocalist
Travel through nine decades of filmmaking as guest conductor Kurt Bestor highlights scores from the most memorable music and film clips of all times, including Psycho, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and Titanic.
Soar through the universe with Star Wars, relive the nail-biting shower scene from Psycho and feel the wind cross the bow of the Titanic as Guest...
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Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra |
02/11/12 -
02/12/12 |
Barnstable Performing Arts Center, Barnstable |
Artist Discussion: Ambiguous Affiliations
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum at BCA Cyclorama February 16, 2012 Caitlin Berrigan will be joined by Anabel Vázquez Rodríguez, curator LA GALERÍA, Villa Victoria Center for the Arts, and James G. Ennis, Associate Professor of Sociology at Tufts University with an expertise in social movements to discuss subjects surrounding Spectrum of Inevitable Violence, such as the slippery affiliations of social class, the role culture plays in their dynamics, and how personal interrelations of class enter into larger political domains.
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
02/16/12 |
BCA Cyclorama, Boston |
Time of My Life by Alan Ayckbourn
Presented by Zeitgeist Stage Company at BCA Plaza Black Box Theatre February 10-March 3, 2012 Ayckbourn's Time of My Life revolves around a family dinner at their favorite restaurant organized by successful businessman Gerry Stratton to celebrate his wife Laura's 54th birthday. Their grown sons are also present with their significant others. It is after the dinner breaks up that Ayckbourn's real genius becomes apparent as the play takes off in three different directions simultaneously. The parents remain in present time, disclosing secrets and redefining their relationship. The...
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Zeitgeist Stage Company |
02/10/12 -
03/03/12 |
BCA Plaza Black Box Theatre, Boston |