Community Event
The Newton Free Library Presents: How Art Reflects Adversity
Newton Free Library 330 Homer St, Newton, MA, United StatesMichael Frank, Curator-in-Chief of the Museum of Bad Art (MOBA), will examine key works from their collection to discern how art reflects adversity. The Museum is the only institution in the world that is dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition, and celebration of bad art in all its forms. This program is supported in part…
Historic Newton presents Exploring ‘Defective Delinquency’ Laws
Between 1911 and 1971 the Commonwealth of Massachusetts – and dozens of states like it – passed a series of laws that empowered officials to indefinitely imprison people with intellectual disabilities who the state believed were “likely to commit crimes.” These people were designated as “defective delinquents,” and, in Massachusetts, most were sent to the…
Pro Arte’s Ensemble Series – Ensemble 3
Pro Arte's full ensemble takes to the stage to present treasured works and brilliant contemporary compositions celebrating their forty-four year history as one of Boston's most vibrant orchestras. Paul Polivnik makes a return appearance in the spring to conduct Pro Arte in a powerful program of Ravel, Bernstein, and Mendelssohn. Read more about the program…
Cappella Clausura presents: Psalms and Requiems
This year, we are proud to crack open the classical canon with a variety of new works by women. With vibrant performances of music spanning continents and centuries, Artistic Director Amelia LeClair will lead our ensemble in a celebration of live, in-person performances. Learn more about the four programs we have planned for this season. Tickets for…
Cappella Clausura presents: Psalms and Requiems
This year, we are proud to crack open the classical canon with a variety of new works by women. With vibrant performances of music spanning continents and centuries, Artistic Director Amelia LeClair will lead our ensemble in a celebration of live, in-person performances. Learn more about the four programs we have planned for this season. Tickets for…
New Philharmonia Orchestra presents: Classics IV
The New Philharmonia Orchestra wraps up its exciting 27th season filled with celebratory spirit, incredible music, and exciting guest performances. Join them for their Classics IV program featuring works by Jose Elizondo and Tchaikovsky. Tickets are $10-$50. For more information visit newphil.org.
Amherst Early Music presents Music Festival 2022
Northampton Community CollegeBethlehem, PA Directed by Frances Blaker August 7-14 and 14-21, 2022 Our new location will be convenient for many who are driving. There are train and bus connections. Nearest airport is ABE, Lehigh Valley International Airport. Newark Airport is 1 hour and 15 minutes away. While we hope it will be possible to have…
Cones ‘n Cars 2022
NewTV 23 Needham St, Newton, MA, United StatesIt's baaa-aaack! We're so excited to announce the return of NewTV's Cones 'n Cars: the one 'n only classic car show combined with an ice cream social. Enjoy sweets 'n treats from Cabot's, Bakers' Best, Pizzi Farm, Volante Farms, JP Licks, and the Astound ice cream truck while you check out the sleek 'n unique…
Across Divides: A Benefit Concert for Doctors Without Borders
First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA, United StatesEleuthera Trio (Lois Shapiro, piano, Francine Trester, violin, Julie Reimann, cello) perform at the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, MA, in support of Doctors Without Borders, a nonprofit organization that brings medical humanitarian assistance to victims of conflict, natural disasters, epidemics and healthcare exclusion. The program includes Martin's scintillating Trio on Popular Irish Melodies,…
New Art Center presents Lunar New Year Celebration
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin us at the New Art Center for our Lunar New Year Community Cultural Day in collaboration with the Korean Cultural Society of Boston. It's the year of the rabbit! The sign of the Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity. Art educators will lead participants through make-and-take activities: Hapjukseon (paper fans), rabbit…