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| | | Category | Description | Fee/Free | Location | | Exhibits
07/01/2009—06/20/2010 | Exhibit: Cool Moves - The artistry of motion
<p>EcoTarium's newest exhibit! 222 Harrington Way Worcester, MA 508-929-2700 info@ecotarium.org. Dance to create light and sound, zoom three-wheeled racers, play with crazy pendulums, touch a mini tornado, make waves with wind over water or objects in a ripple pool, pilot the speed of video animals in motion, see and feel the vibrations created by sound, experiment with windy wonders, and make music out of thin air. Create and observe science in motion! Our new interactive exhibit opened July 1. Free with museum admission. Created with funding from the National Science Foundation</p>
| Free | | | Theater & Performance
07/17/2009—07/19/2010 | Circus Smirkus 22nd Annual Big Top Tour Shows
<p>New England's acclaimed, international traveling youth circus presents Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale. Smirkus turns the pages on Aesop, Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, bringing classic stories to life through the spectacle, enchantment of circus. Performers ages 10-18 dazzle crowds with astounding aerials, clever clowning, mind-boggling juggling, amazing acrobatics. Six shows in Wellesley-Elm Bank Horticultural Center, 900 Washington St. 2pm and 7pm Fri; 2pm and 7pm Sat; 11am, 4pm Sun. $22/Adult(13+), $18/Child, free for under 2. Tickets: 1-877-SMIRKUS or www.smirkus.org</p>
| Fee | | | Festivals & Fairs
09/24/2009—11/15/2009 | FIRSTWORKS FESTIVAL
<p>Mark your calendar! The FirstWorks Festival is back and promises a line-up of firsts that is second to none. This seven-week festival celebrates: icons of music and the moving image, the cultural legacy of American masters, revolutionary Cirque theatre, cutting edge digital arts and more. For the full festival schedule, venue and ticket information, visit www.first-works.org.</p>
| Fee | | | Art
09/24/2009—12/18/2009 | Vistas del Pueblo: Images of Community from Nicaraguan Villages
<p>The Angel Art Program was founded as a way to help some of the poorest communities in Nicaragua by teaching children and adults how to create, exhibit, and sell their artwork locally and abroad. This exhibit is an extraordinary collection of work by artists of all ages, unified by strong cultural roots, revelry in color, and an inspiring sense of optimism in the face of poverty. The gallery is open during normal business hours, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. It is also open evenings and weekends when other programs are in session. LOCATION: Springstep, 8 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford 02155</p>
| Free | | | Parent Education
10/13/2009—06/22/2010 | MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
<p>2nd and 4th Tuesdays through June; 9:30 to 11:30 am, Fort Square Presbyterian Church, 16 Pleasant Street, Quincy, MA 02169. Questions? Please call 617-328-3538 or email mopsquincy[at]gmail[dot]com. MOPS is a program designed to nurture mothers with children under the age of six. We enjoy fun, food, speaker presentations and discussion; service projects and outings; as well as support and inspiration. The MOPS experience equips women for the joys and challenges of their lives as moms. If you are pregnant or have children through kindergarten age, we hope you will join us! Free childcare.</p>
| Free | | | Seasonal & Holiday Events
10/15/2009—01/18/2010 | Mayor's Holiday Special: Half-Priced Holiday Shows & Shopping/Dining Discounts
<p>The 2009 MayorsHolidaySpecial.com is now open! Discover the City of Boston’s one-stop holiday planning website. The 6th Annual Mayor's Holiday Special is your ticket to a festive day at an affordable price. Only here: Buy 1/2-price seats to holiday shows like The 101 Dalmatians Musical, Holiday Pops, Disney on Ice and Boston Ballet's "The Nutcracker." Check the guide to Boston's free and low-cost festivities. And get HUNDREDS of FREE special offers that help you shop, eat, stay and even park for less. Open now through January 18, 2010.</p>
| Free | | | Museum Events
11/05/2009—12/30/2009 | Dreaming Cows by Betty LaDuke
<p>Dreaming Cows was inspired by artist Betty LaDuke's trips to Heifer projects around the world. Heifer transforms lives by providing the gift of livestock and training. Through brilliantly colored images, Dreaming Cows takes visitors on a journey from the Bronx to Bolivia, and from Vietnam to Kosovo. The journey, like Betty's art, is enjoyable, colorful, uplifting, and inspiring. Free with Museum admission. Adults $12; Seniors 65+ and Children 1-15 $9. Boston Children's Museum, 308 Congress Street, Boston. www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org and www.Heifer.org</p>
| Fee | | | Theater & Performance
11/13/2009—11/21/2009 | Esperanza Rising
<p>By Lynne Alvarez Based on the book by Pam Muñoz Ryan Directed by Roxanne Schroeder-Arce The Cutler Majestic Theatre $21 General admission $14 Students & Seniors Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:30pm Saturday, Nov. 14 at 2pm Saturday, Nov. 14 at 7:30pm Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2pm Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30pm Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2pm For tickets call: 617-824-8000 Emerson Stage continues its dedication to Theatre for Young Audiences with a story of immigration in Esperanza Rising. The play follows the journey of a young girl, Esperanza, from her native Mexico to the fields of Southern California.</p>
| Fee | | | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | FirstWorks presents: Cirque Mechanics
<p>The incomparable Cirque Mechanics fly, climb and contort their way through rotating gears, trampoline walls and aerial hoops. Headlining FirstWorks Festival 2009, this international troupe of veterans from Cirque du Soleil, Pickle Family Circus and Moscow Circus transform PPAC into a wondrous Birdhouse Factory. 11/15/2009, 8 p.m. at PPAC, 220 Weybosset St., Providence, RI 02903. Tickets are $43/$36/$22. Visit ppacri.org or www.first-works.org for details.</p>
| Fee | | | Hands-on Activities
11/14/2009 | Family Friendly Workshop – Hambone and “Found Sound”
<p>Using traditional African-American Hambone as a start, this family-friendly, all-ages body percussion workshop will get people clapping, stomping, singing, and snapping with fun rhythms. Syncopated and funky, Hambone rhythms lie at the foundation of American music, and are easy and fun to learn. Often accompanied by songs, Hambone teaches some basic rhythmic coordination in the context of a traditional body percussion style. Location: Springstep - 98 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA (in Medford Square) Cost: $5 for all Register online at www.springstep.org or by phone 781-395-0402</p>
| Fee | | | Storyhours & Book Events
11/14/2009 | The Revolving Museum Presents: Melting Pot Folktales
<p>Join Professional Story Teller Laura Packer for "Melting Pot Folktales" at the Pollard Memorial Library. Families will have the opportunity to learn about other cultures while listening to a great storytelling performance. This event is free but space is limited. Please RSVP to ebates@revolvingmuseum.org or 978-937-2787. This event will take place at The Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St., Lowell, MA 01852. This project is supported in part by a grant from the Lowell Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, as state agency.</p>
| Free | | | Festivals & Fairs
11/14/2009 | Brookline Marketplace Craft Fair
<p>Saturday, November 14th, 10am to 4pm. The Park School, 171 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA. This is a great family event! Find a one-of-a-kind treasures, shop early for the holidays and enjoy the day browsing crafts from 90 New England artisans. You will find something for everyone on your list and the kids will enjoy themselves too. Fun items for children, crafts, jewelry, pottery, accessories, toys, artwork, holiday gifts, specialty foods, decorative home items and more. Lunch, bake sale, raffle. Free parking. Handicapped accessible. www.parkschool.org. 617-277-2456.</p>
| Fee | | | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Little Red and Other Tales
1 and 3pm, Puppet Showplace Theatre, 32 Station St., Brookline. Watch unique versions of four tales: The Fish Wrap, The Frog Prince, Snow White and Little Red Riding Hood. Ages 4 and up. $10. 617-731-6400; puppetshowplace.org.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Magic by Scott Jameson
10:30am, Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline. Be prepared to laugh, be amazed and take part in a unique magic show. Adults, $10; children under age 12, $8. 617-734-2500; coolidge.org.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Sara Wheeler & Little Groove
10:30am, Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St., Arlington. Celebrate the release of this group's new CD, Bubbles, with a live concert of groovy, fun and educational music. Adults, $10; children, $8. 781-646-4849; regenttheatre.com.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Nature
11/14/2009 | Exploring Trees Fair
11am - 4pm, Boston Children's Museum, 300 Congress St., Boston. Learn about the wonderful world of trees through activities, performances and song. Free with museum admission. 617-426-6500; bostonchildrensmuseum.org.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Fiddler on the Roof
2 and 8pm, Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston. Chaim Topol stars in this family musical about the bonds that hold families together. $20-$91. 1-800-982-2787; broadwayacrossamerica.com.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Music
11/14/2009 | Star Wars: In Concert
3 and 8pm, TD Garden, Boston. Watch a massive multi-media event featuring stunning visuals, a live orchestra, choir and narration, plus an exclusive exhibit of Star Wars costumes, props and production work. $35/$55/$75. 1-800-745-3000; ticketmaster.com.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | A Tale of Two Cities
3pm, Wheelock Family Theatre, 180 The Riverway, Boston. Based on the book by Charles Dickens, this play set during the French Revolution follows the intertwined fortunes of characters influenced by history and political upheaval. $15-$25. 617-879-2300; wheelock.edu.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Films
11/14/2009 | 21st Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival
various times and venues throughout greater Boston. A new generation of filmmakers explores Jewish identity. Tickets are $12 for most films; $10 for seniors and students. 1-866-468-7619; bjff.org.
| Fee | Metro Boston
| | Festivals & Fairs
11/14/2009 | Unique Boutique Craft Fair
10am - 2pm, Ayers Elementary School, 40 Woodland Ave., Beverly. Browse over 30 vendors of handmade crafts, plus enjoy raffles and a visit from Santa. Free admission. 978-921-4385.
| Fee | NORTH
| | Art
11/14/2009 | Atrium Alive! The Art of Fire
11am - 4pm, Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex St., Salem. Spend a weekend with New England's glass artists as they demonstrate their skill. Free with museum admission. Call 978-745-9000 or visit pem.org for a full schedule.
| Fee | NORTH
| | Nature
11/14/2009 | Sand Dune Ecology
1-3pm, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Parking Lot No. 1, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Learn about the ecology, natural history and environmental status of several coastal ecosystems on the refuge. For children ages 6-12. $13; additional siblings, $9. 978-462-9998; massaudubon.org.
| Fee | NORTH
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Seussical
8pm, Parker Middle School, 45 Temple St., Reading. Meet the people of Who-ville and other interesting characters in this musical based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Presented by the Colonial Chorus Players. Adults, $18; children, $15. 781-944-9780; colonialchorus.com.
| Fee | NORTH
| | Music
11/14/2009 | Rick Goldin Concert
11am, Learning Circle Preschool, 3 Blue Hill River Road, Canton. Join Rick and his puppet friends for a lively family concert. $8 per person; under age 2, free; $25 family max. 781-828-4800; learningcirclepreschool.org.
| Fee | SOUTH
| | History
11/14/2009 | Dinner With the Pilgrims
5:30pm, Plimoth Plantation, 137 Warren Ave., Plymouth. Travel back to the year 1627 and sit down with the residents of the English Village to a "groaning board" filled with seasonal foods and enjoy period psalms, songs and hospitality. Adults, $60.95; children, $41.95; includes museum admission. 508-746-1622, ext. 8353; plimoth.org.
| Fee | SOUTH
| | Theater & Performance
11/14/2009 | Cirque Mechanics
8pm, Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence, R.I. Watch the Cirque Mechanics fly, climb and contort their way through rotating gears, trampoline walls and aerial hoops. $22/$36/$43. ppacri.org; first-works.org.
| Fee | SOUTH
| | Museum Events
11/14/2009 | Math Wizard of Oz
Noon to 3pm, Providence Children's Museum, 100 South St., Providence, R.I. Join Dorothy and friends on a magical math journey to solve candy number puzzles with the munchkins, design costumes for Emerald City residents and help free Dorothy from the witch's castle. Ages 5-11. Free with museum admission. 401-273-KIDS; childrenmuseum.org.
| Fee | SOUTH
| | Hands-on Activities
11/14/2009 | The Open Neighborhood Project
10am - 4pm, Acton Town Hall. Take part in a unique hands-on community design event using computer simulation tools to redesign Kelley's Corner in Acton. actonpip.org.
| Fee | WEST
| | Storyhours & Book Events
11/14/2009 | Meet The Cat in the Hat
11am, Barnes & Noble, One Worcester Road, Framingham. Listen to some of the cat's best adventures and then meet him for yourself! FREE. 508-628-5567.
| Fee | WEST
| | Nature
11/14/2009 | Busy Beavers
3-5pm, Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot St., Natick. Visit different beaver sites, discover what life is like as a beaver and how to recognize signs that a beaver has been in the area. Ages 8 and up. Adults, $12; children, $8. Registration required. 508-655-2296; massaudubon.org.
| Fee | WEST
| | Animal Encounters
11/14/2009 | Horsin' Around the Barn
8-10am, Drumlin Farm, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln. Come in and help with the morning chores in the red barn. After, enjoy a snack. Ages 6 and up. $21. Registration required. 781-259-2206; massaudubon.org/drumlin.
| Fee | WEST
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