Events
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Shear Madness
Presented by Shear Madness at The Charles Playhouse May 1, 2010 - Ongoing Set in a local hair salon and with lines as up-to-date as the morning's news, Shear Madness is theatre with the audience as a central character. In this Boston institution, ongoing at the Charles Playhouse since 1980, the audience gets to help solve a murder mystery in a laugh-a-minute blend of whodunit and improvisational theater. The clues change every night and the laughs come fast and funny. This worldwide phenomenon is filled with up to the minute spontaneous humor and quicksilver...
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Shear Madness |
05/01/10 -
Ongoing |
The Charles Playhouse, Boston |
The Family Show
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 21, 2009 - Ongoing Start your Saturday night off with an evening full of improvised music, scenes, stories and games that is fun for the whole family! This interactive evening, performed by the ImprovBoston Family Show Cast, is sure to bring out the child in everyone!
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Improv Boston |
02/21/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
Blue Man Group
Presented by Blue Man Group at The Charles Playhouse May 14, 2002 - Ongoing It’s new. It’s cool. BLUE MAN GROUP has updated the wildly popular theatrical show in Boston! Taking a closer look at the technology that both surrounds and isolates us, BLUE MAN GROUP showcases technogeek ingenuity while uniting the audience in primal, collective exhilaration. Signature BLUE MAN GROUP moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment.
*Blue Man Group is on an open run at the Charles Playhouse.
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Blue Man Group |
05/14/02 -
Ongoing |
The Charles Playhouse, Boston |
Family Experience Sundays at Diablo Glass School
Presented by Diablo Glass School at Diablo Glass School October 11, 2009 - Ongoing Participants will learn about the venetian technique of glassblowing and the process to produce amazing and colorful pieces. During this one hour demonstration kids and adults will enjoy learning something unique watching our skilled artists blowing. After the demo, participants can make fused glass pendants or order blown pieces and watch the artists producing them. Price per event: $15 Demonstration 1-2 PM $10 Additional Hands-On Fused Glass 2-3 PM Group size limit: 60 for Demonstration...
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Diablo Glass School |
10/11/09 -
Ongoing |
Diablo Glass School, Boston |
Boston's Best Cruise
Presented by Boston's Best Cruises at MBTA Harbor Express Ferry November 1, 2009 - Ongoing 90 min. round trip ferry ride from Boston's Long Wharf and back. Scenic, historical, inexpensive family fun. Best views of Boston and the Harbor Islands.big fun on a budget.
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Boston's Best Cruises |
11/01/09 -
Ongoing |
MBTA Harbor Express Ferry, Boston |
Free WGBH Studio Tours
Presented by WGBH at WGBH February 9, 2010 - Ongoing Go behind the scenes for a free 45-minute tour of WGBH's all-digital studios at One Guest Street in Boston's Brighton neighborhood.
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WGBH |
02/09/10 -
Ongoing |
WGBH, Boston |
Nature Storytime: Harvard Museum of Natural History
Presented by Harvard Museum of Natural History at Harvard Museum of Natural History March 12, 2011 - Ongoing Children 6 and under are invited to join Harvard Museum of Natural History staff for Nature Storytime every Saturday & Sunday at 11 am & 2pm. Enjoy stories and poems designed to engage the next generation of explorers with themes related to the museum's galleries.
For children 6 and under. Free with museum admission.
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Harvard Museum of Natural History |
03/12/11 -
Ongoing |
Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge |
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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The Trust Family Foundation Shark and Ray Touch Tank
Presented by New England Aquarium at New England Aquarium February 5, 2012 - Ongoing The Trust Family Foundation Shark and Ray Touch Tank features sharks and rays in a mangrove-themed tank surrounded by shallow edges and viewing windows, allowing visitors to experience a close encounter with these animals.
Visitors to this new exhibit can reach out and gently stroke cownose rays, bonnethead sharks, Atlantic rays and epaulette sharks as they swim gracefully through the crystal clear water. The exhibit presents these incredible species in a way that highlights their...
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New England Aquarium |
02/05/12 -
Ongoing |
New England Aquarium, Boston |
Penguin Exhibit
Presented by New England Aquarium at New England Aquarium February 5, 2012 - Ongoing Everyone loves the penguins, and so will you. More than 80 birds live in the massive first-floor exhibit. Explore all around the exhibit, peer through the underwater periscope, play with the penguins at the penguin light station and listen to penguin sounds at the Hear a Penguin interactive panel. Curious visitors can also learn more about penguins at the Penguin Smart Station, participate in a Penguin Presentation or watch a penguin feeding.
The Aquarium’s penguin exhibit...
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New England Aquarium |
02/05/12 -
Ongoing |
New England Aquarium, Boston |
IMAX Theatre
Presented by New England Aquarium at New England Aquarium January 1, 2012 - Ongoing The giant screen – 65’ high by 85’ wide – is taller than a six story building! The slight curvature of the screen extends to the edge of your peripheral vision. The lamps that project the crystal clear images onto the gigantic screen get as bright and as hot as the surface of the sun! So hot, in fact, that cold water must be pumped into the lamp connectors to keep the machine from melting.
Amazing IMAX films will take you where you've only dreamed of going!...
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New England Aquarium |
01/01/12 -
Ongoing |
New England Aquarium, Boston |
New Faneuil Hall Visitor Center
Presented by National Park Service: U.S. Department of the Interior at Faneuil Hall May 25, 2012 - Ongoing The National Park Service visitor center at 15 State Street will close its doors on May 21, 2012 to be replaced by a new, state-of-the-art, visitor center opening in historic Faneuil Hall on Friday, May 25, 2012.
The new visitor center will be much more than an entryway into Boston National Historical Park and Boston African American National Historic Site. It will serve also as a gateway to all of the Massachusetts National Parks.
Open, light-filled and welcoming, visitors...
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National Park Service: U.S. Department of the Interior |
05/25/12 -
Ongoing |
Faneuil Hall, Boston |
New England Forests, New Exhibition
Presented by Harvard Museum of Natural History at Harvard Museum of Natural History May 24, 2011-May 31, 2014 New England Forests, a permanent multi-media exhibition explores the natural history our regional forests. Explore the world of woodland caribou, beaver, otter and dozens of other wildlife of New England; learn about lichen cities that cling to rocks; and the circle of life within and around a forest pond from tiny tadpoles to giant moose. A must-see before you head to the outdoors for summer camping or fall foliage.
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Harvard Museum of Natural History |
05/24/11 -
05/31/14 |
Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge |
Copley Square Farmers Market
Presented by Mass Farmers Markets May 15-November 20, 2012 The time that is awaited all winter long is here—the opening of the Copley Square Farmers Market on Tuesday, May 15. Approximately 20 vendors will be on hand on opening day offering local and seasonal fruits and vegetables, baked goods, jams & jellies, cheese, meats, and much more. There will be local produce from Atlas Farms, Siena Farms, Silverbrook Farm, and others; baked goods from Danish Pastry House and Sofra; roasted nuts from Fastachi; fresh mozzarella from Fiore Di...
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Mass Farmers Markets |
05/15/12 -
11/20/12 |
Copley Square, Boston |
Beacon Hill Walking Tour
Presented by Historic New England at Otis House Museum May 5-October 27, 2012 Go beyond the brick sidewalks and charming gardens and learn about Beacon Hill’s development in the Federal era. The fortunes, ambitions, and struggles of Beacon Hill’s early residents, both wealthy and working class, shaped the streets, architecture, and character of the hill. The program starts with a tour of the Otis House, the earliest intact mansion in the neighborhood, and continues on Beacon Hill’s historic streets. Private group tours available by appointment.
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Historic New England |
05/05/12 -
10/27/12 |
Otis House Museum, Boston |
Provicetown Fast Ferry and Traditional Ferry from Boston
Presented by Bay State Cruise Company May 18-October 14, 2012 Bay State Cruises has two ferries bringing passengers from Boston to Provincetown, and they are the fast ferry Provincetown III and the traditional ferry Provincetown II. The Provincetown III is a state-of-the-art passenger catamaran that can reach Provincetown in just 90 minutes, whereas the Provincetown II offers a 3-hour relaxing ride that allows you to enjoy the beautiful sights around the waters and shores of Cape Cod Bay.
The fast Provincetown ferry operates three times a day,...
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Bay State Cruise Company |
05/18/12 -
10/14/12 |
World Trade Center Pier, Boston |
Bring your bottles and cans to Stone Zoo!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo April 14-October 13, 2012 If you are interested in not only helping the environment but contributing to a worthy cause, bring your empty bottles and cans to Stone Zoo during the Bottle and Can Drive – held the second Saturday of each month, April through October.
All of the proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit conservation efforts supported by Zoo New England, the non-profit organization that manages Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo.
The 2012 dates are:
April 14
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Stone Zoo |
04/14/12 -
10/13/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
"Ragtime: The American Hooked Rug Tradition"
Presented by Osterville Museum May 31-September 28, 2012 Early hooked rugs were born of necessity: recycled fabrics and yarn (or just recycled textiles) became rugs that warmed homes. Today, this technique has become an artistic expression. Join us in exploring the history of Osterville--from our Crosby Boat Shops to our 1700s Cammett House and Colonial herb gardens. On Fridays, the Museum hosts the Osterville Farmers' Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Osterville Museum |
05/31/12 -
09/28/12 |
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"Half a Boat: The Crosby Boat Design Tradition""
Presented by Osterville Museum May 31-September 28, 2012 The Osterville Museum presents "Half a Boat: The Crosby Boat Design Tradition." Over a dozen 18th and 19th century Crosby half hull boat models are featured. These models were used to build by "eye" full-sized boats.
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Osterville Museum |
05/31/12 -
09/28/12 |
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Boo in the Zoo at Stone Zoo
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo October 22, 2011-September 23, 2012 Children throughout New England are invited to trick-or-treat among the animals. Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on the Trick-or-Treat Trail. Other haunted happenings offered throughout the day include: creepy crafts, ghoulish games, howling costume contests, and a haunted maze!
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Stone Zoo |
10/22/11 -
09/23/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Discover Aussie Aviary at Franklin Park Zoo
Presented by Franklin Park Zoo at Franklin Park Zoo May 26-September 8, 2012 The Aussie Aviary is home to hundreds of brightly-colored, free-flying budgies! Visit Aussie Aviary and marvel at these fascinating and beautiful birds while they surround you in a fully interactive and unforgettable experience.
When: Resumes summer hours Memorial Day weekend
Saturday, May 26, 2012
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weekends
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Franklin Park Zoo |
05/26/12 -
09/08/12 |
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston |
Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey Takes Off at Stone Zoo for the Summer 2012 Season!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo May 5-September 3, 2012 The birds are back at Stone Zoo! Visitors will watch in awe when the wildly popular seasonal bird show returns on May 5. Masters of Flight: Birds of Prey features more than a dozen different bird species from around the world, including the bald eagle, bateleur eagle, Egyptian vulture, military macaw, spectacled owl and white-necked raven, in this engaging, memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages. These birds will fly in from overhead and demonstrate natural behaviors...
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Stone Zoo |
05/05/12 -
09/03/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Dinosaurs are coming to Franklin Park Zoo!
Presented by Franklin Park Zoo at Franklin Park Zoo May 26-September 3, 2012 As visitors are immersed in a prehistoric journey through time at Franklin Park Zoo’s Zoorassic Park, they will be enthralled by the vast array of fascinating dinosaurs awaiting them. Journey into prehistoric times and encounter dinosaurs including a Chasmosaurus and baby, a Cryolophosaurus, a Dilophosaurus and many others all nestled within the trees, bushes and undergrowth for a truly realistic experience. These large animatronic dinosaurs will excite visitors of all ages with their...
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Franklin Park Zoo |
05/26/12 -
09/03/12 |
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston |
Let's Celebrate Childhood: Then and Now at the Wenham Museum
Presented by The Wenham Museum June 8-September 2, 2012 Explore how children lived, worked, dressed and played from the 17th century to the present with a fun and interactive look at how kids’ lives have changed – and stayed the same – through the centuries. Visitors will see how the toys and games, clothing, furnishings, books, chores, and other aspects of family life have evolved over time; on display June 8-September 2, 2012.
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The Wenham Museum |
06/08/12 -
09/02/12 |
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Gary Webb: Mr. Jeans
Presented by deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum May 26-August 12, 2012 Gary Webb: Mr. Jeans, on view May 26–August 12, 2012, is the British sculptor's first solo American museum exhibition. An exciting and established young contemporary sculptor in England, Webb is well known for his use, often in a single artwork, of myriad materials including steel, aluminum, glass, mirror, plastic, brass, wood, brick, spray paint, fabrics, and assorted found objects. For Gary Webb: Mr. Jeans, deCordova will present a survey of Webb’s recent work including two new...
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deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum |
05/26/12 -
08/12/12 |
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Lincoln |
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 |
Ripple Effect, The Art of H20
Presented by Peabody Essex Museum at Peabody Essex Museum June 18, 2011-July 8, 2012 Ripple Effect, in PEM's interactive Art & Nature Center, highlights water as a medium for artistic expression and hands-on exploration. Visitors encounter water in its different states - solid, liquid and gas - as they investigate artworks inspired by rivers, geysers, snowflakes, fog and more. Water's allure to contemporary artists as a creative medium is compelling, especially in relation to the unique, life-giving properties of this substance we so often take for granted.
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Peabody Essex Museum |
06/18/11 -
07/08/12 |
Peabody Essex Museum, Salem |
Totem
Presented by Cirque du Soleil June 10-July 1, 2012 Cirque du Soleil returns to Boston with TOTEM, its latest big top production. Written and directed by Robert Lepage, TOTEM opens in Boston on June 10, 2012 for a limited engagement under the blue and yellow Grand Chapiteau (big top) located at Boston’s Marine Industrial Park.
TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of...
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Cirque du Soleil |
06/10/12 -
07/01/12 |
Grand Chapiteau , Boston |
The 2012 Strawberry Dessert Festival
Presented by Mass Farmers Markets June 1-July 1, 2012 The 2012 Strawberry Dessert Festival June 1 – July 1, 2012 The 5th annual Strawberry Dessert Festival will be held from June 1 – July 1 at 40+ area restaurants around Boston, and will feature special strawberry desserts, a portion of the proceeds for which will benefit Mass Farmers Markets. Desserts being offered range from strawberry shortcake to a strawberry rhubarb float at Upstairs on the Square to a roasted homemade strawberry ice cream sandwich at Ashmont Grill. Full...
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Mass Farmers Markets |
06/01/12 -
07/01/12 |
Mass Farmers Markets, Waltham |
Free Sunday Mornings at Harvard Museum of Natural History
Presented by Harvard Museum of Natural History at Harvard Museum of Natural History June 27, 2010-June 30, 2012 Don’t miss the world famous exhibit of 3,000 ‘Glass Flowers’, amazingly realistic models of plants, fruits and flowers created by father-son glass artists Leopold and Rudolph Blaschka from 1886-1936. Explore 12,000 specimens drawn from Harvard’s vast research collections at the University's most visited museum -- dinosaurs, meteorites, gemstones, and hundreds of prehistoric and current-day animals from around the globe. Get close to the world’s only mounted...
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Harvard Museum of Natural History |
06/27/10 -
06/30/12 |
Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge |