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Comedy Bang! Bang! Live!
Scott Aukerman’s Comedy Bang! Bang! is a popular podcast with more than 50 million downloads. This special live performance at Chevalier Theatre features Aukerman and very special guests doing a totally improvised program, with plenty of character drop-ins. Tickets are $37 to $47 through the Chevalier Theatre website/Ticketmaster. Tickets also may be purchased, free of any online ordering fees, at the Wilbur Theatre Box Office in Boston, which is open Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m.
Find out more »Exhibit Opening: Bookworks
Tufts University Art Galleries opens the fall exhibit "Bookworks," which presents a wide-ranging exploration of the practice of artist-made books, drawing on the contemporary artists’ books and special collections at Tufts. Featuring more than 80 objects, the exhibition considers book making as a distinctive art form that questions the structure, function and value of printed matter, and has found new footing in the digitally marked 21st century. The selected works highlight key projects from the 1960s to now and feature examples of…
Find out more »Exhibit Opening: Julie S. Graham – Stack, Layer, and Arrange
Tufts University Art Galleries presents "Stack, Layer, and Arrange," the first comprehensive retrospective of Julie S. Graham (1947–2018), Boston-based painter and beloved instructor at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) at Tufts. Guest curated by Martina Tanga, "Stack, Layer, and Arrange" presents paintings, drawings, sculptures and photographs spanning Graham’s career, reflecting an artist consistently inspired by architecture and the incidental alignment of shapes in the world. The exhibit will be on display in the Aidekman Arts Center through Sunday, September…
Find out more »Exhibit Opening: Student-Facing, Student-Focused
Tufts University Art Galleries presents "Student-Facing, Student-Focused," an exhibition celebrating 50 years of black excellence at Tufts centered on the university's Africana Center. The 1969 inception of the Africana Center was a catalyst for progressive change on campus that had started in the mid-1950s following the Brown vs. Board of Education decision, amplifying the voices of student-activists who called for improved university-wide support—both for themselves and for their peers. This exhibit is a comprehensive look at the Africana Center’s efforts over the…
Find out more »Lindsay Straw, MARV at Medford Farmers Market
Folk singer, guitarist and Irish bouzouki player Lindsay Straw provides the musical entertainment at this week's Medford Farmers Market, performing from 5 to 7 p.m. Straw, founder of the Celtic trad band The Ivy Leaf, performs traditional songs and tunes from the British Isles. She has drawn praise for her tender singing voice, extensive repertoire, and sensitive, agile accompaniment style. Also at the market this week, stop by MARV, the Medford Arts Resource Vehicle, between 3:30 and 6 p.m. to take part…
Find out more »Sarah Potenza at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes roots rock 'n' roller Sarah Potenza, who gained fame as a contestant on season 8 of "The Voice." Her second solo album, "Road to Rome," is a collection of self-empowered R&B, swaggering soul, and contemporary blues. Also appearing with Potenza will be Sonya Rae Taylor, a rising star of the blues-rock and soul scene. The ticket price has been reduced to $7; purchase through Eventbrite.
Find out more »Outdoor Movie: Muppet Treasure Island
Mayor Stephanie M. Burke, the Medford Chamber of Commerce and the Medford Recreation Department invite all ages to attend a series of free outdoor movies throughout Medford this summer. Tonight's movie, the last in the series, is "Muppet Treasure Island" at Wright's Pond. A Wright's Pond pass will not be required to attend. Lawn games, music, and free popcorn will be available one hour before the start of the movie. All attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs,…
Find out more »The Quins at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes the hard-workin', hard-hitting local rockers The Quins in concert. The Quins were nominated for the 2018 New England Music Award for Best Rock Act, and they’ve been invited to perform at high-profile festivals such as the Levitate Music and Arts Festival and the Boston Freedom Rally. Tonight's concert coincides with the release of the group's new single, "All My Love." With special guests Brian Hitchings performing and Myles Sweeney on keys.…
Find out more »Flower Arranging Workshop
Colleen's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop is presenting a flower arranging workshop led by Britni Jeziorski, owner and lead floral designer of the Medford floral design studio Two Stems of Joy. Learn how to take elements of a store-bought bouquet and transform them into an elegantly styled centerpiece for your next dinner party or event. Participants will learn how to arrange like the pros do while also learning other tips and tricks to keep flowers looking healthy and lasting longer. Cost is…
Find out more »Natural Bug Spray and Citronella Candle Workshop
4GoodVibes 2 is offering a Natural Bug Spray and Citronella Candle Workshop led by Clare Flaherty of Elsecar by the Sea. Summertime is fun, but biting insects can ruin a good time. Come to this workshop and make your own natural bug spray and citronella soy candle. A bug spray made with lemon eucalyptus essential oil can be very effective at repelling insects, including mosquitoes, and a citronella soy candle is perfect for adding a sweet, spicy scent to your lazy summer…
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