Event

Ravi Zacharias at Park Street Church

15 Nov 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 8:30 – 9:30am

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church. Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Ravi Zacharias at Park Street Church

15 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 11am – 12pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church. Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Ravi Zacharias at Park Street Church

15 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 4 – 5pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church. Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Ravi Zacharias at Park Street Church

15 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 6 – 7pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Ravi Zacharias, found of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, will be speaking at Park Street Church. Zacharias is an international speaker and author who discusses Christianity's answers to life's great existential questions--especially with skeptics.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Girls Night Out of the 1890s

19 Nov 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Thursday, November 19, 2009, 12:15 – 1:15pm

On a hot July day in 1891, 4wealthy women set off for 10 days of "roughing it" on Great Brewster Island and kept a diary of their summer adventure on their "enchanted isle." Now in the collection of the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University, the diary is a window into the lives of 19th Century women and a snapshot of a time when the Harbor Islands played a prominent role in the lives of Boston-area residents. Author Stephanie Schorow introduces us to the "Scribe, Autocrat, Aristocrat and Acrobat" and their delightful get away.

$5; Free for Old South Meeting House members

Summary: On a hot July day in 1891, 4wealthy women set off for 10 days of "roughing it" on Great Brewster Island and kept a diary of their summer adventure on their "enchanted isle." Now in the collection of the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University, the diary is a window into the lives of 19th Century women and a snapshot of a time when the Harbor Islands played a prominent role in the lives of Boston-area residents. Author Stephanie Schorow introduces us to the "Scribe, Autocrat, Aristocrat and Acrobat" and their delightful get away., $5; Free for Old South Meeting House members
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

King's Chapel Concert Series: Music for Flute & Organ

29 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

King's Chapel
Corner of School & Tremont Streets
Boston MA
Sunday, November 29, 2009, 5 – 6pm

Danish flutist, Eva Ostergaard, principal flute of the Danish Royal Opera, returns to King's Chapel Concert Series this fall. She and organist Heinrich Christensen were schoolmates in Denmark and began performing together when they were teenagers. Eva and Heinrich have chosen a program that includes selections from Bach's Suite in b minor, Daniel Pinkham's Miracles, and two new works composed for this concert.

Summary: Danish flutist, Eva Ostergaard, principal flute of the Danish Royal Opera, returns to King's Chapel Concert Series this fall. She and organist Heinrich Christensen were schoolmates in Denmark and began performing together when they were teenagers. Eva and Heinrich have chosen a program that includes selections from Bach's Suite in b minor, Daniel Pinkham's Miracles, and two new works composed for this concert.
More info: www.kings-chapel.org

Carols & Coloratura- Holiday Offerings

03 Dec 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Boston Athenaeum
10 1/2 Beacon St
Boston MA 02108
617.720.7600
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 12:15 – 1:15pm

Carols & Coloratura - Holiday Offerings

Jill Malin, soprano
Heinrich Christensen, harpsichord

To Reserve: There is no fee for this event. Reservations are not required.

Summary: Carols & Coloratura - Holiday Offerings, Jill Malin, soprano, Heinrich Christensen, harpsichord, To Reserve: There is no fee for this event. Reservations are not required.
More info: www.bostonathenaeum.org

Teapot in a Tempest: The Boston Tea Party of 1773, Part I

03 Dec 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 12:15 – 1:15pm

The Boston Tea Party was part of a movement that was larger than Boston. Tufts University Professor Benjamin Carp, author of the forthcoming book Teapot in a Tempest, discusses what led to American outrage in 1773, who became politically active in protesting the Tea Act, and why it ended with the destruction of the tea in Boston harbor. Learn about the global forces of trade and empire that influenced the colonies and why Boston became the site for this grassroots protest.

$5; Free for Old South Meeting House members

Summary: The Boston Tea Party was part of a movement that was larger than Boston. Tufts University Professor Benjamin Carp, author of the forthcoming book Teapot in a Tempest, discusses what led to American outrage in 1773, who became politically active in protesting the Tea Act, and why it ended with the destruction of the tea in Boston harbor. Learn about the global forces of trade and empire that influenced the colonies and why Boston became the site for this grassroots protest. $5; Free for Old South Meeting House members
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

Thanksgiving Traditions & Christmas Controversies

05 Dec 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Paul Revere House
19 North Square
Boston MA 02113
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 9:30am – 4:15pm

Admission during the holiday event:
Adults $5
Seniors and College Students $4.50
Children Ages 5-17 $1.50.

Did early Bostonians celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year? If so, how? If not, why not? Come to the Paul Revere House, home of Boston's favorite patriot, to find out!

Costumed interpreters acquaint visitors with days of thanksgiving, which the governor might declare at any time of year to express gratitude for good fortune. Find out about colonial controversies surrounding the observance of Christmas. Offended by rowdy celebrations of Christmas popular in England (and by the observance of any anniversary day not specified in the Bible), Boston Puritans outlawed the celebration of Christmas at times during the 1600s. By the Reveres' era, however, even Puritans sometimes treated themselves to delectable thanksgiving feasts scheduled suspiciously close to December 25! New Year's Day was an occasion for exchanging small gifts, and for the needy to demand favors from the rich.

Colonial Tarts and Cakes
Warm up with a cup of mulled cider and enjoy delicious sweets baked from early American recipes. Refreshments are free with admission.

Concerts of Seasonal Songs
Each afternoon from 12 to 4 PM, R.P. Hale performs overtures, melodies and Anglican Advent songs in elegant colonial garb on a harpsichord and a hammered dulcimer he has painstakingly reproduced from period originals.

Basket maker Fred Lawson will be demonstrating his skill and offering his gorgeous, handmade products for sale from 12-4 upstairs in the historic Hichborn House

Inside the Revere House visitors view rooms restored to their appearance during the Revolutionary era, when the Revere family lived there, and to the 1680s, when the house was built for one of Boston's wealthiest merchants. The rooms will be decorated for a colonial thanksgiving with fruit pyramids. During the event, visitors will also be able to visit the Hichborn House (c. 1711), one of the oldest brick structures in Boston. This house is directly across a courtyard from the Revere House and is owned and operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.

Summary: Admission during the holiday event:, Adults $5, Seniors and College Students $4.50, Children Ages 5-17 $1.50., Did early Bostonians celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year? If so, how? If not, why not? Come to the Paul Revere House, home of Boston's favorite patriot, to find out!, Costumed interpreters acquaint visitors with days of thanksgiving, which the governor might declare at any time of year to express gratitude for good fortune. Find out about colonial controversies surrounding the observance of Christmas. Offended by rowdy celebrations of Christmas popular in England (and by the observance of any anniversary day not specified in the Bible), Boston Puritans outlawed the celebration of Christmas at times during the 1600s. By the Reveres' era, however, even Puritans sometimes treated themselves to delectable thanksgiving feasts scheduled suspiciously close to December 25! New Year's Day was an occasion for exchanging small gifts, and for the needy to demand favors from the rich., Colonial Tarts and Cakes, Warm up with a cup of mulled cider and enjoy delicious sweets baked from early American recipes. Refreshments are free with admission., Concerts of Seasonal Songs, Each afternoon from 12 to 4 PM, R.P. Hale performs overtures, melodies and Anglican Advent songs in elegant colonial garb on a harpsichord and a hammered dulcimer he has painstakingly reproduced from period originals., Inside the Revere House visitors view rooms restored to their appearance during the Revolutionary era, when the Revere family lived there, and to the 1680s, when the house was built for one of Boston's wealthiest merchants. The rooms will be decorated for a colonial thanksgiving with fruit pyramids. During the event, visitors will also be able to visit the Hichborn House (c. 1711), one of the oldest brick structures in Boston. This house is directly across a courtyard from the Revere House and is owned and operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.
More info: www.paulreverehouse.org

The Annual Holiday Open House

05 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Saturday, December 5, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Happy Birthday to Old South Meeting House! The Meeting House opens its doors to one and all for a celebration of its 280th year! Free admission, museum shop discounts, music and activities all weekend long.

Summary: Happy Birthday to Old South Meeting House! The Meeting House opens its doors to one and all for a celebration of its 280th year! Free admission, museum shop discounts, music and activities all weekend long.
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

Thanksgiving Traditions & Christmas Controversies

06 Dec 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Paul Revere House
19 North Square
Boston MA 02113
Sunday, December 6, 2009, 9:30am – 4:15pm

Admission during the holiday event:
Adults $5
Seniors and College Students $4.50
Children Ages 5-17 $1.50.

Did early Bostonians celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year? If so, how? If not, why not? Come to the Paul Revere House, home of Boston's favorite patriot, to find out!

Costumed interpreters acquaint visitors with days of thanksgiving, which the governor might declare at any time of year to express gratitude for good fortune. Find out about colonial controversies surrounding the observance of Christmas. Offended by rowdy celebrations of Christmas popular in England (and by the observance of any anniversary day not specified in the Bible), Boston Puritans outlawed the celebration of Christmas at times during the 1600s. By the Reveres' era, however, even Puritans sometimes treated themselves to delectable thanksgiving feasts scheduled suspiciously close to December 25! New Year's Day was an occasion for exchanging small gifts, and for the needy to demand favors from the rich.

Colonial Tarts and Cakes
Warm up with a cup of mulled cider and enjoy delicious sweets baked from early American recipes. Refreshments are free with admission.

Concerts of Seasonal Songs
Each afternoon from 12 to 4 PM, R.P. Hale performs overtures, melodies and Anglican Advent songs in elegant colonial garb on a harpsichord and a hammered dulcimer he has painstakingly reproduced from period originals.

Inside the Revere House visitors view rooms restored to their appearance during the Revolutionary era, when the Revere family lived there, and to the 1680s, when the house was built for one of Boston's wealthiest merchants. The rooms will be decorated for a colonial thanksgiving with fruit pyramids. During the event, visitors will also be able to visit the Hichborn House (c. 1711), one of the oldest brick structures in Boston. This house is directly across a courtyard from the Revere House and is owned and operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.

Summary: Admission during the holiday event:, Adults $5, Seniors and College Students $4.50, Children Ages 5-17 $1.50., Did early Bostonians celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year? If so, how? If not, why not? Come to the Paul Revere House, home of Boston's favorite patriot, to find out!, Costumed interpreters acquaint visitors with days of thanksgiving, which the governor might declare at any time of year to express gratitude for good fortune. Find out about colonial controversies surrounding the observance of Christmas. Offended by rowdy celebrations of Christmas popular in England (and by the observance of any anniversary day not specified in the Bible), Boston Puritans outlawed the celebration of Christmas at times during the 1600s. By the Reveres' era, however, even Puritans sometimes treated themselves to delectable thanksgiving feasts scheduled suspiciously close to December 25! New Year's Day was an occasion for exchanging small gifts, and for the needy to demand favors from the rich., Colonial Tarts and Cakes, Warm up with a cup of mulled cider and enjoy delicious sweets baked from early American recipes. Refreshments are free with admission., Concerts of Seasonal Songs, Each afternoon from 12 to 4 PM, R.P. Hale performs overtures, melodies and Anglican Advent songs in elegant colonial garb on a harpsichord and a hammered dulcimer he has painstakingly reproduced from period originals., Inside the Revere House visitors view rooms restored to their appearance during the Revolutionary era, when the Revere family lived there, and to the 1680s, when the house was built for one of Boston's wealthiest merchants. The rooms will be decorated for a colonial thanksgiving with fruit pyramids. During the event, visitors will also be able to visit the Hichborn House (c. 1711), one of the oldest brick structures in Boston. This house is directly across a courtyard from the Revere House and is owned and operated by the Paul Revere Memorial Association.
More info: www.paulreverehouse.org

The Annual Holiday Open House

06 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Sunday, December 6, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Happy Birthday to Old South Meeting House! The Meeting House opens its doors to one and all for a celebration of its 280th year! Free admission, museum shop discounts, music and activities all weekend long.

Summary: Happy Birthday to Old South Meeting House! The Meeting House opens its doors to one and all for a celebration of its 280th year! Free admission, museum shop discounts, music and activities all weekend long.
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

Teapot in a Tempest: The Boston Tea Party of 1773, Part II

10 Dec 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 12:15 – 1:15pm

The Boston Tea Party lives on in history and memory, inspiring speakers for and against slavery, women's suffragists, anti-immigration advocates, Gandhi, Sun Yat-sen, Martin Luther King Jr and countless modern tax protests. But most of the images of the Tea Party are wrong, the Mohawk disguises are misunderstood and Americans' penchant for coffee has little to do with politics. Join us as Professor Benjamin Carp discusses how to best understand and remember the Boston Tea Party.

$5; Free for Old South Meeting House members

Summary: The Boston Tea Party lives on in history and memory, inspiring speakers for and against slavery, women's suffragists, anti-immigration advocates, Gandhi, Sun Yat-sen, Martin Luther King Jr and countless modern tax protests. But most of the images of the Tea Party are wrong, the Mohawk disguises are misunderstood and Americans' penchant for coffee has little to do with politics. Join us as Professor Benjamin Carp discusses how to best understand and remember the Boston Tea Party. $5; Free for Old South Meeting House members
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

Francis Collins at Park Street Church

13 Dec 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 8:30 – 9:30am

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church. Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Francis Collins at Park Street Church

13 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 11am – 12pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church. Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Francis Collins at Park Street Church

13 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 4 – 5pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church. Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

The 236th Anniversary Boston Tea Party Annual Reenactment

13 Dec 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 482-6439
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 5:30 – 7pm

Take on the role of a Patriot or Loyalist and participate in a spirited, interactive town meeting to debate the colonial tea tax. Will you side with the Patriots and demand the tea is sent back to England? Or will you agree with the Loyalists that we should pay the tax? There are rumblings in the hall that the Sons of Liberty have other plans!

Then, witness the destruction of the tea in a theatrical storytelling piece that will transport you back to Boston Harbor on the night of December 16, 1773. Tickets required.

Summary: Take on the role of a Patriot or Loyalist and participate in a spirited, interactive town meeting to debate the colonial tea tax. Will you side with the Patriots and demand the tea is sent back to England? Or will you agree with the Loyalists that we should pay the tax? There are rumblings in the hall that the Sons of Liberty have other plans! Then, witness the destruction of the tea in a theatrical storytelling piece that will transport you back to Boston Harbor on the night of December 16, 1773. Tickets required.
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

The 236th Anniversary Boston Tea Party Annual Reenactment

13 Dec 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 5:30 – 6:30pm

Sponsored by Salada Tea and Boston's luxurious Liberty Hotel.

On December 16, 1773, over 5,000 angry colonists crowded into the Meeting House to protest a tax on tea. In this spirited reenactment of that fateful night, you will be transported back in time to witness the fiery debate and bold act of protest that we now call the Boston Tea Party. Tickets on sale in October.

Summary: Sponsored by Salada Tea and Boston's luxurious Liberty Hotel., On December 16, 1773, over 5,000 angry colonists crowded into the Meeting House to protest a tax on tea. In this spirited reenactment of that fateful night, you will be transported back in time to witness the fiery debate and bold act of protest that we now call the Boston Tea Party. Tickets on sale in October.
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org

Francis Collins at Park Street Church

13 Dec 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Park Street Church
One Park Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-523-3383
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 6 – 7pm

Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church.

Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.

Summary: Part of the Sharing the Journey Guest Speaker Series taking place throughout Park Street Church’s 200th anniversary year in 2009. Francis Collins, Former Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), will be speaking at Park Street Church. Collins is noted for his landmark discoveries of disease genes and for leading the successful effort to complete Human Genome Project (HGP), directed at mapping and sequencing all of the human DNA.
More info: www.parkstreet.org

Tea with Miss Rose

17 Dec 2009 17:15:00 GMT

Old South Meeting House
310 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108
Thursday, December 17, 2009, 12:15 – 1:15pm

In the early 20th Century, Boston Brahmin Rose Standish Nichols gathered a regular crowd at her townhouse on Beacon Hill to discuss art, politics, and world affairs over a cup of Hu-Kwa. Belinda Rathbone, co-author of "Tea with Miss Rose," offers a glimpse into the fascinating life and times of Rose Nichols and her famous tea parties. Learn recipes for tea cakes, and the best "ingredients" for lively conversations for a proper tea party! Booksigning to follow.

$5; Free for Old South Meeting House members

Summary: In the early 20th Century, Boston Brahmin Rose Standish Nichols gathered a regular crowd at her townhouse on Beacon Hill to discuss art, politics, and world affairs over a cup of Hu-Kwa. Belinda Rathbone, co-author of "Tea with Miss Rose," offers a glimpse into the fascinating life and times of Rose Nichols and her famous tea parties. Learn recipes for tea cakes, and the best "ingredients" for lively conversations for a proper tea party! Booksigning to follow. $5; Free for Old South Meeting House members
More info: www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org