Events
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New German Films at the Coolidge Corner Theatre: I've Never Been Happier
Presented by Goethe-Institut Boston at Coolidge Corner Theatre September 19, 2010 After a flirt in a boutique, wanted impostor Frank is arrested and sent to jail. When he is released from prison, he tries to earn his living in an honest way. One day, he meets the woman from the boutique again. For her, he would do anything. It does not bother him that she works as a prostitute. But soon Frank cannot help but fall back into his old ways and more and more loses his sense of reality. Germany 2009, directed by Alexander Adolph, 35mm, 92 min. German with English subtitles.
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Goethe-Institut Boston |
09/19/10 |
Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline |
Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival: Wally's Stepchildren
Presented by Berklee College of Music at Wally's Cafe September 19, 2010 Wally's Stepchildren is a funk/fusion band that has had rotating musicians at Wally's for almost 15 years. Some past notable members of this night include drummers John Blackwell (Prince), Adam Deitch (Justin Timberlake), Nikki Glaspie (Beyoncé), and John Roberts (Janet Jackson); guitarist Eric Krasno (Soulive); and keyboardist Rob Lewis (Puff Daddy). Wally's Cafe was established on January 1, 1947 in Boston. The nightclub is located at the famed intersection of Massachusetts and...
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Berklee College of Music |
09/19/10 |
Wally's Cafe, Boston |
Aardvark Jazz Orchestra with Taylor Ho Bynum, cornet
Presented by Aardvark Jazz Orchestra at Killian Hall at MIT September 19, 2010 Aardvark Jazz Orchestra (Mark Harvey, Director) joins forces with cornetist Taylor Ho Bynum, a rising star of the international avant-garde, to open the band’s 38th season with Spoke-a-Phonic, the Boston spoke of Bynum’s Acoustic Bicycle Tour (two-week carbon-neutral tour of 6 New England states). The show will include Bynum's Choices, a concerto for trumpet/jazz orchestra with Harvey on trumpet, plus two premieres by Harvey: Constant Contact and Vuvuzela Nightmare.
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Aardvark Jazz Orchestra |
09/19/10 |
Killian Hall at MIT, Cambridge |
Family Farm Day at Appleton Farms
Presented by The Trustees of Reservations: Appleton Farms September 19, 2010 The Trustees of Reservations invites you to spend an afternoon celebrating the arrival of fall and farm traditions at Appleton Farms’ annual Family Farm Day event on Sunday, September 19th from 10am—3pm (RAIN OR SHINE). The family and environmentally friendly event features local healthy foods, music by Ben Rudnick and Friends, traditional farm crafts and activities, a 4—H Calf Show and more! Pick up pumpkin, ride a pony, visit with barnyard animals, or take a turn on...
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The Trustees of Reservations: Appleton Farms |
09/19/10 |
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Kids On Broadway
Presented by The Milford Performing Arts Center September 17-September 19, 2010 Vibrant performance of music and big dance numbers from popular musicals: Grease, Hairspray, Wicked, Fame, Footloose and more!
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The Milford Performing Arts Center |
09/17/10 -
09/19/10 |
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One Step Away CD Release Concert Hard Rock Cafe
Presented by One Step Away at Cavern Club at Hard Rock Cafe Boston September 19, 2010 One Step Away is releasing their new full length studio album: "For The Broken". They return to the Hard Rock Cafe to give their first Boston show after a summer of touring and recording. One Step Away, hailing from Boston Massachusetts, is the new rock/pop sensation. This award-winning group unlocks the magic of their original songs with engaging big stage performances. With passionate melodic vocals laden over precision riffs, One Step Away delivers a new perspective on...
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One Step Away |
09/19/10 |
Cavern Club at Hard Rock Cafe Boston, Boston |
An Evening of Masterpieces
Presented by First Parish on the Common in Bedford September 19, 2010 In honor of composer Robert Schumann's 200th anniversary, An Evening of Masterpieces will include Schumann’s song cycle Liederkreis, Op. 39, for tenor and piano; and, for piano, Carnaval, Op. 9; and Chopin’s Ballade No. 3 in A Flat Major, Op. 47 (hailed by Schumann as among Chopin’s most original creations). Performances will be by Stanley Wilson, tenor; and Yoko Hagino and Malcolm Halliday, piano.
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First Parish on the Common in Bedford |
09/19/10 |
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September 2010 MIT Chantey & Maritime Sing
Presented by North East ChanteySings at USS Constitution Museum September 19, 2010 Come sing sea chanteys and other maritime-related songs with a room full of your fellow enthusiasts, both professional and amateur. Free and open to all - bring your voice and join in!
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North East ChanteySings |
09/19/10 |
USS Constitution Museum, Boston |
MIT Chantey & Maritime Sing
Presented by North East ChanteySings at USS Constitution Museum September 19, 2010 Come sing sea chanteys and other maritime-related songs with a room full of fellow enthusiasts, both professional and amateur. Free and open to all - bring your voice and join in!
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North East ChanteySings |
09/19/10 |
USS Constitution Museum, Boston |
"Restraints" & "Passages" two one-acts ~ one soulful evening
Presented by Charlestown Working Theater at Charlestown Working Theater September 19, 2010 This double-bill offers a rare opportunity to see three international theatre artists in a richly imaginative evening of theater. Jola Cynkutis of Poland, Khalid Tyabji of India and Diane Edgecomb of Boston will present two one-act pieces strongly influenced by Grotowski's Teatr Laboratorium of Poland. The Laboratorium created a revolution in theatre by eschewing narrative text and scenic elements in favor of startling physical and vocal imagery rooted in the actor's psyche. Through...
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Charlestown Working Theater |
09/19/10 |
Charlestown Working Theater, Boston |
"Annie"
Presented by Friends of Chevalier Auditorium September 18-September 19, 2010 Seaside Productions presents the musical "Annie" featuring Ashley Stamegna of North Reading in the title role and Bobby Lee of Dorchester as Daddy Warbucks. Produced by Sandy Strate and directed by Robert Bezubka.
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Friends of Chevalier Auditorium |
09/18/10 -
09/19/10 |
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Rhythm in Language and Music: A Lecture by Aniruddh Patel
Presented by Wellesley College at Collins Cinema, Wellesley College September 20, 2010 Rhythm is fundamental to speech and music. What do these two domains share in terms of rhythmic organization? Senior fellow at The Neurosciences Institute, San Diego, Dr. Aniruddh Patel is a leading researcher on issues involving music, language, and the brain. In his presentation, Dr. Patel will explore the notion that speech and music have fundamental differences in their regular rhythms, but important connections in their irregular ones. This event is presented by Wellesley College's...
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Wellesley College |
09/20/10 |
Collins Cinema, Wellesley College, Wellesley |
Big Screen Classic: BRAZIL at the Coolidge!
Presented by Coolidge Corner Theatre at Coolidge Corner Theatre September 20, 2010 BRAZIL ranks high in the pantheon of great speculative fiction: Ducts, ducts, miles of ducts. Aqueducts, flexi-ducts, viaducts and plenty of quacks. When Sam Lowry (Jonathan Pryce) is tasked with attempting to rectify a paperwork error that ended up in the wrongful death of Archibald Buttle instead of suspected terrorist Archibald Tuttle (Robert De Niro), he enters a government world where bureaucratic red-tape is eaten for breakfast and a straight answer could get you killed.
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Coolidge Corner Theatre |
09/20/10 |
Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline |
Natick Community Organic Farm Harvest Dinner and Auction
Presented by Natick Community Organic Farm September 20, 2010 An incredible menu awaits guests of the Natick Community Organic Farm’s 8th Annual Harvest Dinner and Auction on Monday, September 20 at the Wellesley College Club, 727 Washington Street in Wellesley, Massachusetts. An amazing meal featuring organic and local vegetables, fruits, meats, maple syrup, beverages, and cheeses from Natick Community Organic Farm and other area producers. Dinner stations will include microbrew bar, a raw veg bar, a tomato bar, cooked-to-order sustainably...
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Natick Community Organic Farm |
09/20/10 |
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Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival: Jose Ramos Special Blend Blues Band
Presented by Berklee College of Music at Wally's Cafe September 20, 2010 Equally at home playing jazz, jump blues, classic r&b, swing, or funk, Jose Ramos and his No Way Jose! Band keep audiences hot, thirsty, and on the dance floor all night. Wally's Cafe was established on January 1, 1947 in Boston. The nightclub is located at the famed intersection of Massachusetts and Columbus avenues. The area was once home to many renowned jazz clubs during the 1940s and 1950s—places with names like the High Hat, Savoy Ballroom, Chicken Lane, the Wig Wam, Big M,...
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Berklee College of Music |
09/20/10 |
Wally's Cafe, Boston |
The Lazlo Gardony Quartet
Presented by The Arsenal Center for the Arts at The Arsenal Center For The Arts September 20, 2010 Long-time friends and musical collaborators, Laszlo Gardony (piano) and Stan Strickland (reeds, vocals), join forces for a special evening of Laszlo's original compositions (“Three Minute Mile”, “Ever Before Ever After”) and unique arrangements of standard (“Summertime,” “You're The Sunshine Of My Life”). Stan will augment Laszlo's long-time trio, John Lockwood on bass and Yoron Israel on drums, for a night of close interplay and spirited musical conversation featuring music...
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The Arsenal Center for the Arts |
09/20/10 |
The Arsenal Center For The Arts, Watertown |
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The Middle East and End of an Empire present Fennesz, Burning Star Core, Noveller
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Middle East Restaurant & Nightclub |
09/20/10 |
Middle East Downstairs, Cambridge |
From Across the Water - visiting Inishowen Musicians supported by Culture Ireland
Presented by Kate O' Callaghan, Finbarr Doherty and Seamus Devenny September 20, 2010 Visiting Irish musicians Kate O'Callaghan, Finbarr 'Saddler' Doherty and Seamus Devenny will be joining Ry Cavanagh (Session Americana) for an informal night of music and song at The Druid in Cambridge’s Inman Square.
"Kate is a genre of one, distinctive in both her writing style and vocal delivery. Reminiscent of blues club and 60’s beatnick coffee house singers, Kate relates stories of life, feelings of heartache and the passion...
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Kate O' Callaghan, Finbarr Doherty and Seamus Devenny |
09/20/10 |
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Guest Artist Recital: Antonii Baryshevsky
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Boston University College of Fine Arts |
09/20/10 |
Tsai Performance Center, Boston |
Superchunk
Presented by Bowery Presents at Royale September 21, 2010 Superchunk was formed in 1989 in the town of Chapel Hill, NC, by Mac McCaughan (guitar and vocals), Laura Ballance (bass), Chuck Garrison (drums), and Jack McCook (guitar). After a couple of singles on their own, the band inked a deal with a fledgling Matador Records. Since then the band has recorded 12 albums. Superchunk has nevertheless done more to promote the indie-pop movement than nearly any other band in existence. Along with their steady stream of well-crafted records and songs that...
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Bowery Presents |
09/21/10 |
Royale, Boston |
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 |
STORM WATER MANAGEMENT: PART ONE The Flood Last Time
Presented by Historic Newton at Newton Free Library September 21, 2010 Tuesday, September 21, 7 pm STORM WATER MANAGEMENT: PART ONE The Flood Last Time – In Over Our Heads? What caused the March 2010 floods? Why was sewage mixed into the water flowing in some basements? Where were the floods and why? Learn about Newton’s past decisions about wetlands, flooding, and water management and how they have influenced the situation today and in the future. A panel of specialists will answer questions about the Charles River, stormwater pollution, and...
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Historic Newton |
09/21/10 |
Newton Free Library, Newton |
Meet the Author Gary Reiswig
Presented by Alzheimer's Association September 21, 2010 Meet the Author of The Thousand Mile Stare and learn what's new in Alzheimer's Disease Research. Gary Reiswig offers profound insight into the devastating world of young onset Alzheimer's and hope for a cure. With insights from Gad Marshall, MD, Director of Clinical Trials at the Center for Alzheimer's Research at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
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Alzheimer's Association |
09/21/10 |
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Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival: Jazz Revelation Record Artists
Presented by Berklee College of Music at The Red Room at Cafe 939 September 21, 2010 Christoph Huber was born 1988 in Aarau, Switzerland. With his father being a professional pianist, composer, and arranger, he grew up in a very musical environment. After starting out with a recorder and Swiss melodeon, he began taking lessons on drums at 8 and tenor saxophone at 9 years of age. His first saxophone teacher was the Polish saxophonist and clarinetist Witek Kornacki. Huber had his first public appearances as an improviser at the age of 11. From 2004 to 2009 he studied with...
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Berklee College of Music |
09/21/10 |
The Red Room at Cafe 939, Boston |
Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival: Spajazzy/ Bertram Lehmann and Hunt
Presented by Berklee College of Music at Berklee Performance Center September 21, 2010 Formed in 1998, Spajazzy blends the Italian melodic background of leaders Sergio Bellotti and Tino D'Agostino with the atmosphere and energy of electric jazz. This concert will showcase original compositions from the new album Al Dente, coproduced by Berklee faculty member/master keyboard player Steve Hunt. The group also features Bill Vint on saxophone. Pianist Steve Hunt joins his colleague and drummer Bertram Lehmann in a program of eclectic jazz and acoustic fusion drawing on original...
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Berklee College of Music |
09/21/10 |
Berklee Performance Center, Boston |
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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Book Group: When Skateboards Will Be Free
Presented by Yiddish Book Center at National Yiddish Book Center September 21, 2010 The Yiddish Book Center will host a community reading-and-discussion series to explore the fascinating works of contemporary Jewish writers. Discussions are free and led by local scholars. Pre-registration is suggested. -When Skateboards Will Be Free- by Saïd Sayrafiezadeh Discussion led by Madeleine Blais, University of Massachusetts Related event: Sunday, September 26: Saïd Sayrafiezadeh in conversation with Madeleine Blais
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Yiddish Book Center |
09/21/10 |
National Yiddish Book Center, Amherst |
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Embrace and Throwed present Annie Mac, Herra Terra, resident DJ E-Marce
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Middle East Restaurant & Nightclub |
09/21/10 |
Middle East Downstairs, Cambridge |
Idealist.org Boston Graduate Degree Fair for the Public Good
Presented by Idealist.org in partnership with Boston University School of Management at Boston University George Sherman Student Union September 21, 2010 Are you looking to learn more about the issues you care about and find out how to do more meaningful work? Pursue your passion and explore ways to further your social-impact career through graduate school!
At the Idealist.org Graduate Degree Fair for the Public Good, you will have an opportunity to meet graduate admissions representatives from local, national, and international programs to discuss professional development through graduate education. You will also have a chance...
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Idealist.org in partnership with Boston University School of Management |
09/21/10 |
Boston University George Sherman Student Union, Boston |
Hypothesis
Presented by Midway Cafe at Midway Cafe September 21, 2010 Hypothesis is Boston's newest monthly show, where artists are challenged to create new, bold, tumultuous work. Performers will receive a challenge from hosts Johnny Blazes and Madge of Honor to create two interrelated pieces that are both intelligent and entertaining. Premiere features Kirby Bits (Bitches of Destiny), Ben Reynolds (Boston Circus Guild), Simón Rios, and Alicia Greene. Followed by dancing with DJs from Audio Chemists.
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Midway Cafe |
09/21/10 |
Midway Cafe, Boston |