Events
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February Vacation Camp at ImprovBoston: Jump Into Improv
Presented by ImprovBoston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 20-February 24, 2012 Jump Into Improv, Grades 1-3
Jump Into Improv, Grades 4-8
Help your child find their comedic voice with ImprovBoston! Using our unique approach to theater, students learn improvisation skills that not only make them better performers, but give them life long tools they can use every day. This class will teach students how to have confidence in their own point of view, accept even the biggest "mistakes" as gifts, become amazing team players, and communicate their...
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ImprovBoston |
02/20/12 -
02/24/12 |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
Come Play the Animal Way!
Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo February 20-February 24, 2012 Beat the humdrum winter routine and come out to Stone Zoo during February school vacation week. Watch cougars, black bears and others have fun in the cold, and learn about unique animal adaptations to the winter temperatures. Just like you, animals can get bored when they’re cooped up all winter, so we’ve come up with novel enrichment activities to keep them stimulated and happy! Come and see all the creative things we do for our animals, and learn how we keep them active and...
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Stone Zoo |
02/20/12 -
02/24/12 |
Stone Zoo, Stoneham |
Gustafer Yellowgold
Presented by MASS MoCA at MASS MoCA February 25, 2012 The New York Times described this extraordinary combination of music and animation as "A cross between ‘Yellow Submarine’ and Dr. Seuss." New York Magazine named Gustafer’s creator Morgan Taylor Best Kids’ Performer, and his song "Mint Green Bee" was a Grand Prize Winner in the Children’s Category of the John Lennon Songwriting contest. This might be the best kids' show you ever see.
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MASS MoCA |
02/25/12 |
MASS MoCA, North Adams |
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 |
Owl Prowl Adventure for All Ages
Presented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary February 25, 2012 Ever wondered if an owl really is as smart as they say? Why don't we hear them when they fly? Just how far can an owl see? Come with the whole family to learn about owl calls, behavior and habitat and search for our frequent evening owl visitors, the screech owl and great horned owl. Pre-registration required. Instructions and Directions: This programs includes walking over uneven terrain in limited light.
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Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary |
02/25/12 |
Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick |
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 |
Alexander King Of Jesters
Presented by Regent Theatre, Arlington at Regent Theatre February 25, 2012 Alexander, King of Jesters, revives a cultural icon—the medieval fool. His period music, mind bending sight gags, amazing stunts, and wildly imaginative spirit transport audiences to another place and time. Alex has been seen on Showtime, PBS, and ‘America’s Got Talent, at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival, and was introduced on Public Radio International as a ‘cultural ambassador’ for his tours in Russia.
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Regent Theatre, Arlington |
02/25/12 |
Regent Theatre, Arlington |
Mexican Flag Day Discovery Room
Presented by Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology at Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology February 18-February 25, 2012 Family Event! February 24th is Mexican Flag Day. Come explore the history of the flag and the Aztec origin of the eagle and the cactus in the flag’s coat of arms. Enjoy the story of the founding of Tenochtitlan, now Mexico City, and learn more about the Mexica people. And don’t miss the make-and-take-home project!
Recommended for ages 5 and up accompanied by an adult
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Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology |
02/18/12 -
02/25/12 |
Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, Cambridge |
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 |
Play Date: Color Me Contemporary
Presented by Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA) at Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA) February 25, 2012 What color would you choose to represent what it means to be you? Wear your personal hue to this color-themed Play Date. Join us in the galleries to find out how contemporary artists work and play with color; discover where color comes from with related art-making activities; and capture the wintry effects on the Boston’s waterfront from the John Hancock Founder’s Gallery.
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Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA) |
02/25/12 |
Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA), Boston |
Franklin Park Zoo to host PreZOOdential Election Week
Presented by Franklin Park Zoo at Franklin Park Zoo February 20-February 25, 2012 In honor of Presidents’ Day and the 2012 Presidential election, Franklin Park Zoo will be hosting its own Zoo animal election for “President” of the Zoo. Throughout the week, families can learn about each of the candidates’ platforms, vote for their favorite candidate, celebrate with games and activities and discover what makes each animal unique!
Kiki, a female western lowland gorilla, was inaugurated as the first Zoo President in 2006 and was...
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Franklin Park Zoo |
02/20/12 -
02/25/12 |
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston |
Six Things to Do On Snowshoes at Gore Place
Presented by Gore Place at Gore Place February 21-February 25, 2012 Kids and accompanying adults rent snowshoes, investigate 3 trails, and participate in six easy, fun things to do on 45 acre estate. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a Family Membership to Gore Place.
$5 rental per person. www.goreplace.org. 781 894-2798.
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Gore Place |
02/21/12 -
02/25/12 |
Gore Place, Waltham |
The Wizard of Oz
Presented by Wheelock Family Theatre at Wheelock Family Theatre January 27-February 26, 2012 THE WIZARD OF OZ
By L. Frank Baum
With music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Background music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Directed by James P. Byrne. Musical Director Jon Goldberg. Scenic...
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Wheelock Family Theatre |
01/27/12 -
02/26/12 |
Wheelock Family Theatre, Boston |
Billy Kelly & the Blah Blah Blahs: Kids' Shows
Presented by Coolidge Corner Theatre at Coolidge Corner Theatre February 26, 2012 A fun, clever and silly morning of music not to be missed.
Songs about milk, pine cones, springtime, 18-wheelers, the moon, and just about anything else you can think of, in a style described as "Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld (writing) lyrics for all-ages music played by an acoustic Weezer."
Recommended for ages 3+.
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Coolidge Corner Theatre |
02/26/12 |
Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline |
Disney On Ice: Dare To Dream
Presented by TD Garden at TD Garden February 17-February 26, 2012 DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS DARE TO DREAM COMES TO TD GARDEN, FEBRUARY 17-26 – SCHOOL VACATION WEEK!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 – OPENING NIGHT!
All Opening Night Tickets Are Just $15.00*
Tickets for This All New Production Featuring Disney’s Latest Animated Film, Tangled, Go on Sale Friday, January 6 at 10:00 AM
Disney On Ice...
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TD Garden |
02/17/12 -
02/26/12 |
TD Garden, Boston |
Everybody Loves Pirates
Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre February 24-February 26, 2012 "Everybody Loves Pirates" is the story of a young girl named Lucy and her goofy friend, Little Chucky. While fishing one day, the kids discover a treasure map and decide to set out on a quest to find their fortune. Unfortunately, they run into a group of bumbling pirates who try to thwart their efforts by stealing the treasure. Of course, it all works out in the end with some help from Chucky and Lucy's new ocean-dwelling friends, including Lobster Boy, Crabby and a wise Sea...
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Puppet Showplace Theatre |
02/24/12 -
02/26/12 |
Puppet Showplace Theatre, Brookline |
What I Eat: Around the World in 25 Diets
Presented by Museum of Science. Boston at Museum of Science, Boston February 10-February 26, 2012 This thought-provoking collection of portraits shines light on the similarities and the differences in the ways we approach and consume food.
Each of the 25 photo essays in the exhibit includes a comprehensive list of every item that individual consumed during one particular — though not necessarily average — day, along with the total calorie count. Profiles are laid out in order of increasing caloric intake, from a low of 800 calories a day for a Maasai herder in Kenya,...
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Museum of Science. Boston |
02/10/12 -
02/26/12 |
Museum of Science, Boston, Boston |
Playful Paws Playgroups
Presented by Franklin Park Zoo at Franklin Park Zoo February 1-February 29, 2012 Get out of the house and bring your little one (18 months – 3 years) to the Zoo for some open play and animal exploration at the Playful Paws playgroups! Each class may include storytimes, animal encounters, biofacts, simple crafts and more! Classes are offered at Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo.
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Franklin Park Zoo |
02/01/12 -
02/29/12 |
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston |
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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2012 Academy Award-Nominated Short Films
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Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA) |
02/20/12 -
03/11/12 |
Institute of Contemporary Art /Boston (ICA), Boston |
Boston Common Frog Pond Ice Skating
Presented by Boston Parks and Recreation Department at Boston Common December 1, 2011-March 17, 2012 The Boston Common Frog Pond sits at the heart of Boston Common, one of America’s oldest and most treasured public parks. With a winter ice rink and skating school; a reflecting pool in the spring and fall; and a summer spray pool and children’s carousel; there is always a fun and exciting activity for residents and tourists alike. And the year-round café is a welcome respite no matter what the temperature.
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Boston Parks and Recreation Department |
12/01/11 -
03/17/12 |
Boston Common, Boston |
MFA: Studio Art Classes: Children Winter Class Session
Presented by Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) at Museum of Fine Arts Boston January 7-March 17, 2012 Register for the children's MFA Studio Art Classes. The children's program is intended for ages 5-6, 7-8, and 9-11 and includes 10-week Saturday classes or Sunday classes. Students sketch and explore the Museum’s galleries, then respond to what they have seen through drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, printmaking projects, and more.
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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) |
01/07/12 -
03/17/12 |
Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Boston |
MFA: Studio Art Classes: Teen Winter Class Session
Presented by Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) at Museum of Fine Arts Boston January 7-March 17, 2012 Register for MFA Studio Art Classes for teens. Classes are offered for ages 12-14 and 15-18. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, offers studio art classes and workshops taught by experienced educators who are also professional artists. The Museum’s collections provide an unparalleled opportunity to study the processes of artists past and present from a variety of cultural perspectives. Class sizes are limited to ensure that students of all levels benefit from these experiences.
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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) |
01/07/12 -
03/17/12 |
Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Boston |
Tot Zone
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts January 9-March 19, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building, and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
01/09/12 -
03/19/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Bright Lights Winter Nights at Rose Kennedy Greenway
at Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway December 22, 2011-March 20, 2012 The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy invites all to view “Bright Lights for Winter Nights” on the Greenway every evening through the spring equinox. “Bright Lights for Winter Nights” includes five new lighting elements and sculptures that highlight the Greenway’s four distinctive park designs.
“Bright Lights on Winter Nights” reminds Bostonians that the Greenway is a park for all the seasons, and is another reason to bundle up and enjoy...
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12/22/11 -
03/20/12 |
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Boston |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts January 10-March 20, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes students ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
01/10/12 -
03/20/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Very Beginning Woodworking
Presented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts January 10-March 20, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes students ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety...
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Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts |
01/10/12 -
03/20/12 |
Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, Boston |
Cycle of Seasons, a music class for ages 3-5; Musikgarten Winter Term
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music January 3-March 20, 2012 Celebrate your preschooler’s growing independence and love of the outdoors with activities involving the four seasons in The Cycle of Seasons. Developed to build attention and self-expression, activities include singing, chanting, moving, focused listening, musical games, exploring musical instruments, creative movement and storytelling. The Cycle of Seasons nurtures your growing child’s ability to use language and participate in dramatic play within a musical context. Fun family...
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New School of Music |
01/03/12 -
03/20/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |
Family Music for Babies & Toddlers, Musikgarten Winter Term
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music January 3-March 22, 2012 Designed for parents, caregivers and their babies/toddlers to take together, these weekly classes help you learn how to play musically with your children. Together you’ll sing, chant, move, dance, listen, and play simple instruments, all activities that bridge the natural connection between music and movement . When you go home, you can continue the fun with a superb CD recorded by a fine children’s choir and outstanding instrumentalists. The parent guidebook along with the...
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New School of Music |
01/03/12 -
03/22/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |
Music Makers, a music class for ages 5-7; Musikgarten
Presented by New School of Music at New School of Music January 5-March 22, 2012 Music Makers, for ages 5-7, is a learning program which integrates singing, creative as well as structured movement, playing instruments and ensemble work, ear training and guided listening. This developmentally sound approach to music literacy builds symbolic thinking, concentration, memory, and self expression; children also start to work with written musical patterns too. This is a drop-off class (45 minutes).
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New School of Music |
01/05/12 -
03/22/12 |
New School of Music, Cambridge |