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Benefits
Sel de la Terre at the Natick Collection is hosting a Stil fashion show to benefit Dress for Success. Guests will indulge in a three-course lunch with champagne, while taking in the latest summer fashions. Donate career-worthy accessories and clothing to Dress for Success, and smart shoppers will receive 20 percent off their purchase at Stil that day.
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Boston's Steve Sweeney, Paul Nardizzi, Tony V., and Ira Proctor will all perform at the comedy show to benefit The Joey Fund and Cystic Fibrosis research...
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Comedy
Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
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When did Garrison Keillor become the darling of the hipster set? Maybe it happened when "A Prairie Home Companion" was adapted into a feature-length film directed by Robert Altman...
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
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Wine connoisseurs and culinary masterminds converge on Nantucket this weekend in celebration of top notch vino and cuisine. Join hundreds of other New England socialites for the Nantucket Wine Festival, the island.s signature spring event...
More culinary events >>
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Exhibits & Galleries
This exhibition features the work of twenty-one graduating students who volunteered to be part of the SMFA’s second installment of the Senior Projects program, which offers a final semester of independent studio time. There will be a variety of media including installation, film, video, animation, painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, sound, and more.
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Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
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Misc.
It's driver's ed for the video game set, except speeding is necessary. At the Mario Kart Wii Driving School today at City Hall, learn how to navigate the Nintendo Wii Wheel as experts give a crash course in racing...
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Take time to remember those who perished during the Holocaust tonight at Cambridge's commemoration, which will feature an evening of music, candle lighting, and remarks
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Music
The Godfather of Disco tells the life story of Revere native and West End Records founder Mel Cheren, who used music to fight AIDS through his charity work for Gay Men's Health Crisis and 24hrs for Life/LifeBEAT. The film delivers a who's who of the dance-music community, and chronicles the movement that gave birth to disco...
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Outdoors
Gas prices are already skyrocketing, so ditch the ride, and hop on a bike this week for Mayor Menino's Bay State Bike Week. You'll be doing your part to save the environment and your wallet, and you'll get a few freebies along the way...
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Wine Tasting
Winemaker Andy Peay of Sonoma's Peay Vineyards teams with Excelsior wine director Brahm Callahan and chef Eric Brennan for a guided tasting and four-course meal...
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All events for May 14 >>
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Benefits
Felt Boston, The Massachusetts Coalition to Save Darfur, Polina Fashion, and Vinalia Restaurant, have joined forces to raise funds and awareness for the conflict in Darfur in hopes of encouraging attendees to get involved in the movement to protect human rights...
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Comedy
Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
More comedy events >>
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
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Wine connoisseurs and culinary masterminds converge on Nantucket this weekend in celebration of top notch vino and cuisine. Join hundreds of other New England socialites for the Nantucket Wine Festival, the island.s signature spring event...
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Normally fifth birthdays are celebrated with Kool-Aid and cake, but at Excelsior's birthday bash, there's a little something in the Kool-Aid. The party will feature $5 classic cocktails...
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Exhibits & Galleries
This exhibition features the work of twenty-one graduating students who volunteered to be part of the SMFA’s second installment of the Senior Projects program, which offers a final semester of independent studio time. There will be a variety of media including installation, film, video, animation, painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, sound, and more.
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Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
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Misc.
Get ready to geek out at the grand opening at The Apple Store on Boylston Street this Thursday. Here's your chance to test-drive all products before you buy (and we know you will)...
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Outdoors
Gas prices are already skyrocketing, so ditch the ride, and hop on a bike this week for Mayor Menino's Bay State Bike Week. You'll be doing your part to save the environment and your wallet, and you'll get a few freebies along the way...
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Paintings & Drawings
"Gardner After Hours" transforms Isabella Gardner’s Venetian palazzo at night with cutting-edge art, music, performances, cocktails and more, for a new kind of night out...
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Pop & Rock
If you like soft melodies and endearing lyrics, then you'll enjoy Ingrid Michaelson. Her music has been featured all over television...
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All events for May 15 >>
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Comedy
The standup comedienne got her big break when she joined the writing team for The Chris Rock Show. She's also known as the voice of Gladys on "Crank Yankers," and tonight she makes an appearance at the Orpheum...
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Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
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Wine connoisseurs and culinary masterminds converge on Nantucket this weekend in celebration of top notch vino and cuisine. Join hundreds of other New England socialites for the Nantucket Wine Festival, the island.s signature spring event...
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Normally fifth birthdays are celebrated with Kool-Aid and cake, but at Excelsior's birthday bash, there's a little something in the Kool-Aid. The party will feature $5 classic cocktails...
More culinary events >>
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Exhibits & Galleries
This exhibition features the work of twenty-one graduating students who volunteered to be part of the SMFA’s second installment of the Senior Projects program, which offers a final semester of independent studio time. There will be a variety of media including installation, film, video, animation, painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, sound, and more.
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Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
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Fashion
Lucky guests will be randomly selected from the audience to receive a dramatic makeover in front of a live audience...
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Nightlife
The DJ, singer, songwriter, producer, and pioneer of the Electroclash movement will step into the booth at the Estate. Da Housecat has remixed work for superstars including Madonna and Kylie Minogue...
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Other Theater
In this celebrated rock opera about Jesus’s final days, the singing deity is played by Ted Neeley, who reprises his role from the 1973 film version. And this time, boy, he really nails it.
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Outdoors
Gas prices are already skyrocketing, so ditch the ride, and hop on a bike this week for Mayor Menino's Bay State Bike Week. You'll be doing your part to save the environment and your wallet, and you'll get a few freebies along the way...
More outdoors events >>
All events for May 16 >>
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Benefits
Harambe is a Swahili word that means "working together in unity," so let's do just that. Come to this benefit for Hostelling International's Cultural Kitchen program and enjoy a fun evening of live music...
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Comedy
Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
More comedy events >>
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
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Wine connoisseurs and culinary masterminds converge on Nantucket this weekend in celebration of top notch vino and cuisine. Join hundreds of other New England socialites for the Nantucket Wine Festival, the island.s signature spring event...
More culinary events >>
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Exhibits & Galleries
This exhibition features the work of twenty-one graduating students who volunteered to be part of the SMFA’s second installment of the Senior Projects program, which offers a final semester of independent studio time. There will be a variety of media including installation, film, video, animation, painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, sound, and more.
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Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
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Two hundred artists and craftspeople invite you to locations all across Newton to browse and shop, and meet the artists. Art enthusiasts can purchase paintings, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, photography, watercolor, and much more...
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Fairs & Festivals
Held every spring in the SoWa district (South of Washington Street), the Art Walk brings together artists and store owners to celebrate the neighborhood. It's an open invitation to check out galleries, studios, and get great deals at boutiques...
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Family
An open-air market featuring artists, clothing and jewelry designers, florists, bakers, and local produce farmers...
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Fashion
Whether you go through your jeans monthly, lost a pair to the washing machine or just feel like stocking up on some new pure blues, this is a great opportunity to find that perfect pair. All jeans will be under $100, with racks priced $25, $50 and $75...
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Other Theater
In this celebrated rock opera about Jesus’s final days, the singing deity is played by Ted Neeley, who reprises his role from the 1973 film version. And this time, boy, he really nails it.
More other theater events >>
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Outdoors
Gas prices are already skyrocketing, so ditch the ride, and hop on a bike this week for Mayor Menino's Bay State Bike Week. You'll be doing your part to save the environment and your wallet, and you'll get a few freebies along the way...
More outdoors events >>
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Pop & Rock
This bassist and drummer duo, Daniel Auerbach and Patrick Carney, give us down-and-dirty blues with just a touch of sweetness...
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All events for May 17 >>
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Classical
The master cellist performs with a rare breed: children so respectful of fine music, they won't be tempted to call him "Yo Mama."
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Comedy
Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
More comedy events >>
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
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Wine connoisseurs and culinary masterminds converge on Nantucket this weekend in celebration of top notch vino and cuisine. Join hundreds of other New England socialites for the Nantucket Wine Festival, the island.s signature spring event...
More culinary events >>
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Exhibits & Galleries
This exhibition features the work of twenty-one graduating students who volunteered to be part of the SMFA’s second installment of the Senior Projects program, which offers a final semester of independent studio time. There will be a variety of media including installation, film, video, animation, painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, sound, and more.
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Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
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Two hundred artists and craftspeople invite you to locations all across Newton to browse and shop, and meet the artists. Art enthusiasts can purchase paintings, jewelry, pottery, sculpture, photography, watercolor, and much more...
More exhibits & galleries events >>
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Fairs & Festivals
Held every spring in the SoWa district (South of Washington Street), the Art Walk brings together artists and store owners to celebrate the neighborhood. It's an open invitation to check out galleries, studios, and get great deals at boutiques...
More fairs & festivals events >>
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Family
An open-air market featuring artists, clothing and jewelry designers, florists, bakers, and local produce farmers...
More family events >>
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Fashion
Whether you go through your jeans monthly, lost a pair to the washing machine or just feel like stocking up on some new pure blues, this is a great opportunity to find that perfect pair. All jeans will be under $100, with racks priced $25, $50 and $75...
More fashion events >>
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Literary Events
Though it sounds like the title of a trashy film, it's not. "Deep Drive" is Mike Lowell's new autobiography, and he'll be at The Estate with his teammates to meet and greet fans, who will take home a copy...
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Music
It doesn't get any better than this lineup: The New Kids On The Block, The Jonas Brothers, Ferras, Metro Station, Ray J, Natasha Bedingfield, Sara Bareilles, Wyclef Jean, Sean Kingston, Boys Like Girls, Flo Rida, Cascada, Baby Bash, Leona Lewis and more...
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Even though these guys are from California, it seems like they like Boston a whole lot more. In fact, their best-known single is named after this great city. Come hear them play some cool songs...
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Other Theater
In this celebrated rock opera about Jesus’s final days, the singing deity is played by Ted Neeley, who reprises his role from the 1973 film version. And this time, boy, he really nails it.
More other theater events >>
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Outdoors
Gas prices are already skyrocketing, so ditch the ride, and hop on a bike this week for Mayor Menino's Bay State Bike Week. You'll be doing your part to save the environment and your wallet, and you'll get a few freebies along the way...
More outdoors events >>
All events for May 18 >>
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Comedy
Ennio Marchetto is a fabulous quick-change artist who turns into celebrity icons right before your eyes...
More comedy events >>
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Culinary
Brasserie JO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in May with a month filled with activities. Every day there's a new special drink or food offering, from free crepes and complimentary cheese courses to a $1 bar menu and more. Guests can also enter to win a free trip to Paris and get a gift certificate to the restaurant by just wearing a beret...
More culinary events >>
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Exhibits & Galleries
Antonio Lopez Garcia's masterful paintings of familiar objects, places, family, and friends reveal an unusual sensitivity. Through uncompromising study of his subjects, such as the sink and mirror pictured here, he has given the commonplace a haunting presence...
More exhibits & galleries events >>
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Music
he Pops will reunite with Conductor Laureate John Williams as he brings his famous scores back to Symphony Hall as part of the popular "Film Night" series, May 20-24. The highlight will be the premiere of music from the forthcoming blockbuster film, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull...
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Nightlife
Politics are stressful. You could use a cocktail. How about a "Cosmo-politician"? Svedka Vodka is hosting a party for the Kentucky and Oregon primaries, and it's the night that could potentially put an end to the Dems nomination nightmare....
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All events for May 20 >>
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