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4th Annual Community Block Party

sharon — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:44:01 +0000

The Community House’s 4th Annual Block Party – Friday, June 15, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. is a superb way to kick off the summer season! Everyone from every community is welcome to enjoy this family-friendly event.

Enjoy the All You Can Eat Buffet with delicious selections provided by Gourmet Delights Catering of Hamilton, Henry’s Market of Beverly, the Ipswich/Beverly Butcher shop and Grassy Roots of Hamilton – Cash bar.

At Patton Park, kids will find a “mini-amusement park” including train rides, a bouncy house, obstacle course, rock climb slide, petting zoo and much more! There will be live entertainment by the Puddin Pops Band and Zumbatomic Dance Party.

Price includes food, live entertainment and children’s activities

Cost: Tickets purchased in advance $25.00 adults, $15.00 children and seniors

Tickets purchased at the door $30.00 adults, $20.00 children and seniors,
Children under 2 are free

To purchase tickets call (978) 468-4818 or www.communityhouse.org
Free Parking – Walking distance from commuter rail

Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra “Old World / New World”

sharon — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:52:10 +0000

Waltham Philharmonic Orchestra
Spring Concert ~ Old World/New World
featuring Ben Baker, Cello, 2012 WPO Student Competition Winner

Leonard Bernstein (arranged by J. Mason): West Side Story
Alejandro Cimadoro: Malambo for Orchestra
Edvard Grieg: Sigurd Jorsalfar Suite, op. 56
Antonin Dvorak: Concerto for Violoncello in b minor, op. 104
featuring Ben Baker, WPO Concerto Competition winner
Arturo Márquez: Danzon No.2 for Orchestra
José Pablo Moncayo: Huapango

Cost: $20.00, Seniors $15.00
Children FREE with paying adult
To puchase tickets call (857) 919-1385 or www.wphil.org

Boston’s Run to Remember

Melissa — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:50:03 +0000

The Boston Police Department and Boston Police Runner’s Club invite you to the sixth running of Boston’s Run To Remember on May 26-27, 2012. Race date is Sunday May 27 and number pick up and expo is Saturday May 26. Honor Massachusetts Law Enforcement Officers killed in the line of duty by celebrating their lives and giving back to the community.

Net proceeds benefit Community and kids programs of the Boston Police Runner’s Club.

Questions: Runtoremember@me.com

Cost: Half Marathon
Registration Fees: $65 May 1 and at race,

5 Mile
$35.00 until 4/15
$40.00 until 5/23
$45.00 thereafter

Yoga at the Stitch House

Melissa — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:48:03 +0000

Join us every Monday for the month of May at 6:30 p.m. for Yoga at the Stitch House 846 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA.

It’s a perfect space for yoga with gorgeous hardwood floors, track lighting and a cozy setting. Again, bring a mat if you can and I’ll provide blocks and bliss.

Cost: 14.00 per session

NSTAR’s Walk for Children’s Hospital Boston

sharon — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:10:08 +0000

On Sunday June 10, thousands of people from all walks of life will come together to take the steps needed to make miracles happen at the 10th anniversary of NSTAR’s Walk for Children’s Hospital Boston. Participants will enjoy a healthy 2 or 7 mile stroll along the Charles River and a family fun filled afternoon of crafts, face painting, music, games, food, and celebrity and athlete meet-and-greets-all while supporting the life-saving work underway at Children’s Hospital Boston.

Last year’s event featured surprise guests including Olympic gymnast Alicia Sacramone and New England Patriot Kevin Faulk.

Once you register, stay connected with the Walk for Kids iPhone application!

This year’s goal is to recruit 5,000 walkers and raise $1.6 million for patient care, research, and community health programs. Since 2003, the walk has raised over $10 million dollars for Children’s Hospital Boston.

Cost: $25 for adults; $5 for children 12 and under; $150 adult walker fundraising minimum

Zumba at Spontaneous Celebrations

Melissa — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:22:57 +0000

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats, such as salsa, merengue, reggaeton, cumbia, bachata, hip hop, West African, and Arabian. Before you know it, you’re getting fit and your energy levels are soaring!

All levels welcome; no dance experience necessary.

Classed held Monday & Wednesday

Cost: $10.00 drop-in fee for each class or purchase a “class card ” for 10 visits and pay $8.00 per a class.

Evening Canoe on the Charles

BostonCentral Event Feed for Tufts — Wed, 09 May 2012 07:50:55 +0000

Enjoy a guided paddle down one of the most beautiful stretches of the Charles River, past Medfield State Hospital and up into the Medfield marshes. Watch as the sun sets over the river and listen for the evening sounds of birds, frogs and other creatures. This is an adult class.

Pre-registration is required. Instructions and directions to the meeting location and additional information are included in a link in the registration confirmation email.

Canoes, paddles, lifejackets, a basic paddling overview & guides are all provided.

Cost: $30.00 for members, $35.00 for non – members

Aesop’s Awesome Fables – Theatre Class

BostonCentral Event Feed for Tufts — Wed, 09 May 2012 07:50:54 +0000

A summer theater workshop for kids! Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m. ages 4 – 10.

You’ve never seen a “fableous” show like this it’s a fun-filled frolic through the world of Aesop’s stories, set to rockin’ songs and dances. Get down with your fellow ants, grasshoppers, mice, lions, turtles and hares, and learn a thing or two from Aesop as well

Cost: $155.00 for non Member, 140.00 for members of the Center for the Arts in Natick

Free Ferry Day: Spectacle & Georges Islands

BostonCentral Event Feed for Tufts — Wed, 09 May 2012 07:50:54 +0000

Celebrate the first day of summer with a free ferry ride to the Boston Harbor Islands national park. Visitors will be able to enjoy a trip to either Spectacle or Georges Islands to escape the city for a fun outdoor excursion.

Bring a picnic, take a walk on the islands’ many walking paths, relax on a sandy beach, check out the visitor center, and enjoy a refreshing ferry ride through scenic Boston Harbor.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ferries depart every half hour. Due to high demand, all tickets are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Tickets are available starting at 8:00 a.m. on June 21 at Long Wharf North Ferry Center. No advance reservations. Parties are limited to five. This offer is valid only on Tuesday, June 21. A return time will be assigned based on departure time when tickets are allocated. Tickets are to one designated island, and visitors will have approximately two and a half hours to explor Spectacle or Georges.

Cost: Free

WorldFest Woburn

BostonCentral Event Feed for Tufts — Wed, 09 May 2012 07:50:54 +0000

Woburn presents WorldFest Woburn! Last year, over 500 residents engaged in an exciting day of culturally educating activities. More than 20 diverse vendors hosted tables with food and information from Bulgaria, Argentina, Native America and Sri Lanka. Several bands entertained the crowd with various native sounds from Ireland, Brazil and the Caribbean. In addition to the enchanting music, dancers performed for the crowd.

Our goal for WorldFest Woburn! is to continue the legacy of diversity in Woburn. The Woburn community is a reflection of our diverse nation. In the past, Woburn residents from various cultural backgrounds have displayed art, jewelry, and clothing, many of whom will return this year and look forward to learning about our cultural traditions.

Cost: Free