Culture and Education
Playathon!
The Shops at Chestnut Hill 199 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA, United StatesStop by anytime. Six consecutive hours of music of all genres performed by SSN students and faculty at the Shops at Chestnut Hill (inside the atrium area in front of Cheesecake Factory) – a marathon of playing, free to the public.
Faculty Concert & Reception, Suzuki School of Newton
Newton Presbyterian Church 75 Vernon St., Newton, MA, United StatesSuzuki School of Newton presents our popular Faculty Concert, followed by a reception for all. Featuring a variety of musical selections of diverse genres and on various instruments. Tickets benefit the James Thornblade Memorial scholarship fund. In-person event and online viewing also available via Facebook livestream.
Cappella Clausura presents Three Women
Three Women, Historic Season Finale! For the final program of our 2022-2023 season, we are honored to present a 20th-anniversary celebration of the Boston Women's Memorial. Join us for this landmark event as we present world-premiere compositions inspired by the memorial's subjects and learn about the history of the sculpture from the artists and activists…
Amherst Early Music presents A Memorial Day Weekend Workshop
Please join us for our wonderful Memorial Day Weekend Workshop! May 26-29, at Wisdom House in Litchfield, Connecticut. Registration now open! Directed by Valerie Horst, with faculty: Deborah Booth, Eric Haas, Valerie Horst, Lawrence Lipnik, Sarah Mead, Patricia Petersen, and Gwyn Roberts.
Historic Newton presents Walking Tour: Commonwealth Avenue
Commonwealth Avenue, a broad, curving road originally called Newton Boulevard, received an upgrade with the arrival of the Commonwealth Avenue Street Railway in 1895. Home construction soon followed. Join us for a look at the early streetcar line, a few architectural gems, and Boston Marathon history with author Paul Clerici on our approximately 1.5 mile…
New Art Center presents Drag Queen Story Hour
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesNew Art Center hosts Drag Queen Story Hour with Missy Steak in celebration of Pride Month. Parents and children of all ages are welcome to come.
Historic Newton presents Walking Tour: Sports Legends at Newton Cemetery
Throughout history, Newton’s schools, public playing fields, and parks have spawned many star athletes. Stroll through Newton Cemetery & Arboretum to see the final resting places and learn more about the lives of tennis great Hazel Hotchkiss Wightman, baseball legend Dom DiMaggio, golf course designer Donald Ross, and many other sports legends. Registration, $20 per…
New Art Center presents Friday Figure Draw
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesEnjoy a life drawing open studio with a live model, beginning with quick poses, and ending with an hour pose. The evening will be relaxed but professional, with music and a great model. For artists 21+ with drinks available for purchase. Bring your own art supplies (no oils); easels/chairs provided.
New Art Center presents Friday Figure Draw
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesEnjoy a life drawing open studio with a live model, beginning with quick poses, and ending with an hour pose. The evening will be relaxed but professional, with music and a great model. For artists 21+ with drinks available for purchase. Bring your own art supplies (no oils); easels/chairs provided.
New Art Center presents Día de los Muertos Celebration
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin New Art Center, guest artists, and performers as we celebrate the Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos! We will be remembering and celebrating the lives of loved ones who have left us through music, dance, and art-making. The celebration will be from 12pm-4pm. Performance by Los Sugar Kings. Featuring Guest Artists Cristóbal Sánchez…