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HARVEST FEST

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Phone: 617.413.0939. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Holiday. Saturday, November 7, 2009. The Castle Park Plaza 50 Park Plz Boston, MA 02116-4004.

Creative Massachusetts: Artists Leadership and Entrepreneurship Conference

Central Library Third annual conference, sponsored byMass. Artists Leaders Coalition (MALC) and the Kirstein Business Library. Register 9:30- 5 Sat. and 1-5 Sunday. Programs on: Creative Future; Community; Grants, Resources, Residencies; Technology; Copyright, Marketing, Teaching and MASS MOUTH. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Arts (Visual), Arts & Crafts, Community / Civic Meeting, Meeting / Hearing, Social Networking, Talks & Lectures, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Saturday, November 7, 2009 – Sunday, November 8, 2009. Central Library 700 Boylston Street Rabb Lecture Hall.

Free Public Forum on Sinusitis

Public Event Sinusitis, an infection or inflammation of your sinuses, affect about 37 million Americans every year. The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary will host a free public forum on sinusitis on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. Mass. Eye and Ear physicians, who are specialists in sinus surgery and sinus diseases, will share the latest medical and surgical treatments for sinusitis. After the program, attendees will have the opportunity to visit with speakers to ask questions. This program is free, but seating is limited. Call 617-573-3654 or visit www.MassEyeAndEar.org/events for complete details to reserve your space. Phone: 6175733654. Cost: Free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Beacon Hill. MBTA: Red Line to Charles/MGH. Type of Event: Health, Talks & Lectures. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - Meltzer Auditorium, 3rd Floor 243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114. For more info visit www.masseyeandear.org.

Boston Area Lung Cancer 5K Walk

Public Event The fourth BOSTON AREA LUNG CANCER 5K WALK will be held at Castle Island, in South Boston on Saturday, November 7, 2009. On site registration begins at 10:00 AM and the walk starts at 11:00 AM, rain or shine. For those who are unable to come to Castle Island in South Boston, registration as a satellite walker is encouraged. All proceeds from the event benefit the LUNGevity Foundation, the nation’s leading private supporter of lung cancer research. Pre-registration is currently open at www.lungevity.org/bostonwalk. For more information about the walk, visit www.bostonlungcancerwalk.com. Phone: 508-648-5296. Contact: Kathy Cuddy. Cost: $25 registration. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: Broadway (Red Line). Type of Event: Non-Profit Fundraiser, Walks & Races. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Castle Island 2020 William J Day Blvd South Boston, MA 02127.

Build your skill for the new global economy. Learn Mandarin!!

Public Event Phone: 508-270-4103. Contact: Sharyn Jordan. Cost: $150.00. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus 50 Oakland St Wellesley Hills, MA 02481-5307. For more info visit www.massbay.edu.

North Bennet Street School Open House & Open Studios

Public Event Tour one of the country's oldest schools of traditional craftsmanship, located a few steps from Old North Church in Boston's historic North End. Watch and interact with students and instructors at work in their studios -- furniture and cabinetmaking, violin making, carpentry, jewelry making, piano restoration and more. Finished crafts pieces available for purchase in the school Gallery. Free admission. Complimentary refreshments. Phone: 617-227-0155. Contact: Robert Delaney. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: North End. MBTA: Nearest T stops: Haymarket (Orange, Green lines); North Station (Green line). Type of Event: Arts & Crafts. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. North End, Boston 39 N Bennet St Boston, MA 02113. For more info visit bit.ly.

Roots and Shoots Morning

Public Event Discover the connections that exist among all living things. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums, Environmental Events. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

250 Quick and Easy Decorating Tips Under $25

Adams Street Interior decorator Barbara Graceffa will share her professional secrets on quick and easy decorating on a tight budget. Learn where to shop for bargains. Learn how to think outside the box using typical household items in unusual, decorative ways. Learn how to redecorate without spending a penny. You will leave this seminar with lots of ideas to incorporate into your own home sweet home. Library: Adams Street. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Adams Street Branch Boston Public Library 690 Adams Street Dorchester.

Financial Assistance Workshop

Boston Home Center Interested in buying a home in Boston, but looking for help with financing? We can help! These workshops are a great opportunity to find out about resources and services available to help you buy a home in Boston! Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: Free. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Charlestown. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Charlestown Branch BPL 179 Main St Charlestown, MA 02129-3208.

Open House

Boston Home Center Dorchester-$185,000 Brookford Dalin Dean Street Homes Large Single Family Duplex-Style Homes 3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Baths Approximately 1689 Square Feet! Only 2 Homes Remaining! Phone: 617-635-4663. Contact: The Boston Home Center. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Brookford Dalin Dean Street Homes 14 Ingleside St Dorchester, MA 02125-3025.

Story Hour and Sing-a-Long at Barefoot Books!

Public Event Join us at Barefoot Books for a story hour and sing-a-long featuring our unique and colorful books and sing-a-long stories! Visiting our flagship store is like stepping into the pages of one of our colorful, whimsical books. Come hear stories, play in our storytelling tent, and draw and color! This event is free and open to all ages. Learn more at www.barefootbooks.com. Cost: Free. Audience: Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Cambridge. MBTA: Red Line (Porter Square). Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Story Time. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Barefoot Books 1771 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02140. For more info visit www.barefootbooks.com.

FREE Boston Lyric Opera Open House for All Ages

Public Event Phone: (617) 542-4912. Contact: Boston Lyric Opera. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Boylston. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Concerts / Live Music, Theatre. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Citi Shubert Theatre 265 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5607. For more info visit www.blo.org.

PhUn (Physiology Understanding) Day

Public Event Physiology: the study of the functions of living organisms and their organs and tissues. Celebrate you and all your parts! With special thanks to the American Physiological Society. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

SaTREEdays

Public Event Come to the Exploring Trees Inside and Out exhibit for special activities on trees. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: Roxbury. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Art and Architecture Tour

Central Library The Volunteer Office of the Boston Public Library offers tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours, which meet at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Copley Square library, last about an hour. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Boston Public Library Copley Square.

Chess Instruction

Honan- Allston Come in for free instruction in basic and advanced chess with Richard Tyree. Ages 10 and up; all skill levels welcome. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Honan-Allston Branch Boston Public Library 300 North Harvard Street.

Drop In Science

Honan- Allston For kids in grades 3 to 7. Each week we’ll build and test a cool science experiment – and when we’re done you can take it home with you. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM. Honan-Allston Branch Boston Public Library 300 North Harvard Sureet Allston.

First Saturday Open House

Roslindale Concert and coffee hour sponsored by the Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library. Library: Roslindale. Neighborhood: Roslindale. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Cost: Free. Audience: Families. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Roslindale Branch Boston Public Library.

Nature in your Neighborhood

Public Event Join BNC’s Teen Ambassadors for a closer look at some of the natural phenomena found here at the Boston Nature Center. Observe wildlife under a microscope, dissect a flower, or learn about fall trees before taking a self-guided walk on one of our beautiful trails. Each weekend, the Teen Ambassadors will have hands on activities for adults and children as well as tips and pointers for your own nature discovery. All ages welcome. Phone: 617-983-8500. Contact: bnc@massaudubon.org. Cost: Free. Neighborhood: Mattapan. MBTA: Orange line to Forest Hills, 21 or 31 bus to Harvard St. stop. Type of Event: Environmental Events. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill St Mattapan, MA 02126-3146. For more info visit www.massaudubon.org.

The 23rd Annual Christmas Festival

Public Event The 23rd Annual Christmas Festival will feature the work of more than 350 American master craftsmen, and will highlight the 16th Annual Gingerbread House Competition. Artisans from all over the country come to Boston for this premier holiday event to exhibit and sell their handcrafted items. From unique home accessories to one-of-a-kind holiday decorations, fanciful fashions, and gourmet foods, this wonderful variety of gifts will please everyone on your list. Phone: 6173855000. Cost: Tickets are available at the door and are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors: children under 14 are free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Parades & Festivals. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Seaport World Trade Center 200 Seaport Blvd Boston, MA 02210-2031.

Chess Instruction For Beginners

Dudley Classes are held Sept. 26, Oct. 10, 24, Nov. 7, 21, Dec. 5 and 19. Adults must accompany all children under 10 years of age. Library: Dudley. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Adults. Seniors. Families. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Adoption Party

Public Event This event focuses on finding families for children of Hispanic/Latino heritage, although all families are encouraged to attend. The program begins at 1:00 PM with a Family Orientation on how best to use this party. Waiting children arrive at 1:30 with their social workers for the fun and games. Social work students from Elms College in Chicopee, MA will be assisting the children. The adoption party gives prospective parents the chance to interact with adoptable children through informal activities including arts and crafts, basketball and table games. Attendees should dress casually for this event. Refreshments, catered by Westfield Vocational High School Culinary students will be served. Phone: 800-882-1176. Contact: Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange, Inc. Cost: Free. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield S Broad St Westfield, MA 01085.

Tales & Trails for Families

Public Event Join the BNC staff as we explore the changing of seasons. Children will take part in hands on activities indoors and outdoors while discovering the wildlife found right here in Boston. Each program will cover important aspects of biology, environmental education as well as observation and problem solving skills. Adults are welcome to join the group or relax in our library. All ages welcome. Preregistration is required. Please visit our website for directions via car or mbta. Phone: 617-983-8500. Contact: bnc@massaudubon.org. Cost: Mass Audubon members $4.00, Nonmembers $6.00. Family rate: $8.00, $12.00. Neighborhood: Mattapan. MBTA: Orange line to Forest Hills, 21 or 31 bus to Harvard St. stop. Type of Event: Environmental Events, Workshops & Classes. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center 500 Walk Hill St Mattapan, MA 02126-3146. For more info visit www.massaudubon.org.

English Conversation Group

A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English conversation in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street Conference Room 4.

Boston Children's Chorus Fall Concert, "A la Carte"

Public Event All nine choirs of the Boston Children’s Chorus take part in this season opener that will include something for everyone. More than 300 voices will fill Converse Hall with a musical smorgasbord ranging from Renaissance to Ragtime. BCC is an accomplished children’s singing group with nine choirs and nearly 300 singers ranging in age from 7 to 18 years old. Led by Artistic Director Anthony Trecek-King and Assistant Artistic Director Michele Adams, they seek to harness the power and joy of music as a catalyst to unite our diverse communities and inspire social change. The group has performed at the Democratic National Convention, Gov. Deval Patrick’s Inauguration, with the Boston Pops; and has toured Jordan, Mexico, Japan, Chicago, New York and Oregon. Phone: 617-778-2242. Contact: Michelle McKenzie. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Concerts / Live Music. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM. Converse Hall at Tremont Temple 88 Tremont St Boston, MA 02108. For more info visit www.bostonchildrenschorus.org.

Warriors for Freedom: John Brown and Henry David Thoreau

Public Event David S. Reynolds, author of "John Brown, Abolitionist: The Man Who Killed Slavery, Sparked the Civil War, and Seeded Civil Rights," will describe how the Transcendentalists were the boldest and most publicly visible proponents of John Brown in the immediate aftermath of Harpers Ferry. Virtually everyone in the North, including radical abolitionists like William Lloyd Garrison, initially reacted negatively to Brown's attack on Virginia. Henry David Thoreau stood alone in coming out immediately and eloquently on Brown's behalf and planted the seed for the mass veneration of John Brown that grew steadily in the months before and after John Brown's execution on December 2, 1859. Focusing on three newly discovered letters housed at the American Antiquarian Society and written by Frederick Douglass, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau, Dr. Reynolds will argue that if it had not been for the positive reception and promotion of John Brown by Thoreau and other Transcendentalists, Brown may very well have p… Phone: 617-646-0557. Contact: MHS Education Department. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Hynes. Type of Event: Historical, Talks & Lectures. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM. Massachusetts Historical Society 1154 Boylston St Boston, MA 02215-3631. For more info visit www.masshist.org.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

New Music at the Pozen Center

Public Event New Music at the Pozen Center features composer and pianist John Holland, electronic instrument inventor Shawn Moore, electronic musician Marc McNulty, the Rathbun-Rivera Violin and Piano Duo with Marla Rathbun and Maria Rivera White, and music for digitally modified piano (4 hands) with pianists John Holland and Frank Floyd and original (non-textile) fashion designs. Carl Ruggles Mood for violin and piano (with large hanging photographs by Stephanie Cardon) and Lou Harrison's Grand Duo are also featured. Spoken texts will precede various pieces. Phone: 781-863-1308. Contact: John Holland. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E, Longwood. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:00 PM. Pozen Center for Interrelated Media, Massachusetts College of Art and Design 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

The Taming of the Shrew

Public Event In Shakespeare’s unforgettable comedy, The Taming of the Shrew, Petruchio wants a wife. A rich one. What does it matter that his best prospect is the notorious “Katherina the curst,” the “waspish” daughter of a wealthy gentleman? Unfazed by Kate’s shrewd tongue and violent tendencies, Petruchio vows to tame her. But can he? Phone: 866-811-4111. Contact: info@actorsshakespeareproject.org. Cost: Prices vary, please see website for details. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: Cambridge. MBTA: Harvard Square stop on the Redline T or the #1 bus. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Downstairs at The Garage 38 JFK St. Harvard Sq Cambridge, MA 02138.

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

Public Event The original Jersey boy, FRANKIE VALLI, is a true American pop icon. His incredible career with THE FOUR SEASONS, as well as his solo success has spawned countless hit singles. With unforgettable tunes like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “December ’63 - Oh What A Night,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” and of course, “Grease,” VALLI has sold over 100 million records worldwide. VALLI’s latest success, Jersey Boys, is the Tony Award®-winning hit Broadway musical based on the lives and career of FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS. This is now the chance to the experience the original Jersey boy in a rare concert appearance. Phone: 866 348 9738. Contact: Citi Performing Arts Center. Cost: $60.00-$90.00. Audience: Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line/New England Medial Center stop and the Green Line/Boylston Street stop. Both are located one block away from the theatres. The Red Line/Park Street stop is five blocks north of the theatres on Tremont Street. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603. For more info visit www.citicenter.org.

Emmanuel Music: Sunday Cantata Series

Public Event Sundays October 4, 2009 through April 25, 2010 at 10:00 am The Orchestra and Chorus of Emmanuel Music, Ensemble-in-Residence at Emmanuel Church, presents weekly performances of the cantatas and motets of J.S. Bach and others, conducted by John Harbison, Acting Artistic Director; Michael Beattie, Associate Conductor; and guests. For updates, please call 617.536.3356. Also, to be included in Sunday liturgies during the season, in conjunction with educational initiatives: Schoenberg: De Profundis, Op. 50B John Harbison, conductor Handel: Chandos Anthems Michael Beattie, conductor. Phone: 617.536.3356. Contact: Jessi. Cost: Free will offering. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Emmanuel Church 15 Newbury St Boston, MA 02116.

Sufi Doc & Talk on Bawa Muhaiyaddeen & Divine Wisdom

Public Event What is Divine Wisdom & who was this Sri Lankan Sufi Saint - Bawa Muhaiyaddeen? "The Light of Truth" a one hr doc, delves into this with rare footage of this rare sage. Guest speaker Michael Toomey has been a disciple of this spiritual teaching since 1971. Phone: 617-325-6789. Contact: John Barnett. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Cambridge. MBTA: Red Line - Harvard Square. Type of Event: Film, Talks & Lectures. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Harvard Science Center, Hall A 1 Oxford St Cambridge, MA 02138-2901.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

The 23rd Annual Christmas Festival

Public Event The 23rd Annual Christmas Festival will feature the work of more than 350 American master craftsmen, and will highlight the 16th Annual Gingerbread House Competition. Artisans from all over the country come to Boston for this premier holiday event to exhibit and sell their handcrafted items. From unique home accessories to one-of-a-kind holiday decorations, fanciful fashions, and gourmet foods, this wonderful variety of gifts will please everyone on your list. Phone: 6173855000. Cost: Tickets are available at the door and are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors: children under 14 are free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Parades & Festivals. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Seaport World Trade Center 200 Seaport Blvd Boston, MA 02210-2031.

Marblehead Arts Association November Exhibits

Public Event Local artist Susan Burgess to show at the Marblehead Arts Association November Exhibits along side fellow Massachusetts artists. Burgess is best known for her incredibly passionate paintings of the New England coastline. She tries to translate the dialogue between the moving water and the shore that meets it. Burgess gravitates to imagery that shows contrasts in its elements, or a narrative in progress, or a mystery being revealed. Her color pallet is chosen to convey sensory experiences to the viewer and her shapes are based in abstract designs. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Marblehead Arts Association 8 Hooper St Marblehead, MA 01945-3213.

Stories with Author Daniel P. Dern

Central Library What are Sideways-invisibility Pills, and what happens to girls who take them? What happened to the Boy Who Would Not Brush His Teeth? Come Hear Boston-area writer Daniel P. Dern read his Dern Grim Bedtime Tales( Few of which End Well) & Other Stories and find out! Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street.

Before, Brahms, and Beyond

Public Event Musica Sacra and The Boston Cecilia begin their seasons in collaboration to present a gala concert of the Brahms Requiem plus works of 17th century composer Heinrich Schütz and 21st century composer Eric Whitacre. Mary Beekman, who celebrates her 30th season as Artistic Director of Musica Sacra, conducts. In Ein deutsches Requiem, Brahms sets texts chosen from the Bible to reflect on the deaths of two people of paramount importance in his life: his great friend Robert Schumann and his own mother. Ms. Beekman will be providing a context for the Requiem by pairing it with the performance of two choral works reflecting the past and future of the great tradition of choral music. One of them, Selig sind die Toten was published in 1648 by Heinrich Schütz, a composer whom Brahms admired and emulated and a seminal influence on composers of choral music for almost 400 years. The other, a contemporary work, Sleep, was composed at the dawn of the 21st century by Eric Whitacre, a contemporary composer giving new voice… Phone: 617.349.3400. Cost: Tickets are $15, $27, $42, $62. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Green Line Symphony. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:00 PM. NEC's Jordan Hall 30 Gainsborough St Boston, MA 02115-4602. For more info visit www.musicasacra.org.

Handel and Haydn Society presents Returns and Farewell

Public Event Welcome returning favorites fortepianist Robert Levin and conductor Jane Glover in a performance of Mozart’s lyric “Elvira Madigan” Piano Concerto and Haydn’s powerful “Farewell” Symphony. Program to include: MOZART Entr’actes from Thamos, König in Ägypten MOZART Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467 HAYDN Symphony No. 45 in F-sharp Minor, “Farewell”. Phone: (617) 266-3605. Contact: Handel and Haydn Society; boxoffice@handelandhaydn.org. Cost: $15 - $72. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Green Line (Symphony). Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:00 PM. Symphony Hall 301 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02115-4557. For more info visit www.handelandhaydn.org.

“Back 2 Basics” Tea Dance Party to Benefit the Boston Living Center Nov. 8

Public Event Phone: 617-763-8307. Contact: Rick Ward. Cost: $10. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Seniors. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: South End. MBTA: Bus #1 or Orange Line: Mass Ave stop. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Non-Profit Fundraiser. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Verve Lounge at Rudi's Resto Cafe 811 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02118-2605. For more info visit www.andthebeatgoesondj.net.

A Symphony of Psalms: Honoring Jean Calvin 1509-1564

Public Event A new program specially conceived for the Jean Calvin anniversary year of 2009. The Boston Camerata presents a garland of psalm settings across the centuries, with special attention to Renaissance Europe. A large and colorful production, with voices, strings, winds and continuo instruments. Assisted by The Choral Fellows of the Harvard University Choir, Edward E. Jones, director. Phone: 617-262-2092. Contact: Annie Houston. Cost: $22-$46, Senior Discount, $10 student tickets. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Families. Neighborhood: Cambridge. MBTA: Red Line, Harvard Square. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Sunday, November 8, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Harvard Memorial Church Harvard Yard Cambridge, MA 02138.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Emmanuel Music: Chamber Series - III. Lovesongs

Public Event III. Lovesongs Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 4:00 PM Emmanuel Church Haydn: Piano Trio No. 40 in F# minor Rosemary Harbison, violin; Michael Beattie, piano Schoenberg: Herzgewächse, Op. 20 Emily Hendrichs, soprano; Michael Beattie, harmonium; Ina Zdorevetchi, harp Haydn: Piano Trio No. 38 in D Major Rosemary Harbison, violin; John Harbison, piano Schoenberg: Two Songs, Op. 14 Thea Lobo, mezzo-soprano; Michael Beattie, piano Haydn: Piano Trio No. 39 in G Major Rosemary Harbison, violin Schoenberg: Phantasy for Violin with Piano Accompaniment, Op. 47 Rosemary Harbison, violin; John Harbison, piano. Phone: 617.536.3356. Contact: Jessi. Cost: $10-$50. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 4:00 PM. Emmanuel Church 15 Newbury St Boston, MA 02116.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Carmen

Public Event Carmen playing at the Shubert Theatre New Boston Lyric Opera production! Friday, November 6 at 7:30 pm Sunday, November 8 at 3 pm Wednesday, November 11 at 7:30 pm Friday, November 13 at 7;30 pm Sunday, November 15 at 3 pm Tuesday, November 17 at 7:30 pm Single tickets for Boston Lyric Opera’s 2009-2010 Season go on sale to the public October 1, 2009. Season tickets are on sale now Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with French dialogue and projected English translation. Carmen and Don José crash into each other with a passion that's as much about will as it is about desire. At its premiere, Bizet's opera shocked and thrilled audiences. The thrill's still there in this new, highly theatrical Boston Lyric Opera production. Phone: 866 348 9738. Contact: Citi Performing Arts Center. Cost: $34.00-$195.00. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: The most convenient MBTA stops to The Wang Theatre and The Shubert Theatre are the Orange Line/New England Medial Center stop and the Green Line/Boylston Street stop. Both are located one block away from the theatres. The Red Line/Park Street stop is two blocks north of the theatres on Tremont Street. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 7:00 PM. The Shubert Theatre Tremont St Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.citicenter.org.

The Taming of the Shrew

Public Event In Shakespeare’s unforgettable comedy, The Taming of the Shrew, Petruchio wants a wife. A rich one. What does it matter that his best prospect is the notorious “Katherina the curst,” the “waspish” daughter of a wealthy gentleman? Unfazed by Kate’s shrewd tongue and violent tendencies, Petruchio vows to tame her. But can he? Phone: 866-811-4111. Contact: info@actorsshakespeareproject.org. Cost: Prices vary, please see website for details. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: Cambridge. MBTA: Harvard Square stop on the Redline T or the #1 bus. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre. Sunday, November 8, 2009, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Downstairs at The Garage 38 JFK St. Harvard Sq Cambridge, MA 02138.

Dislocated Landscapes

Public Event Dislocated Landscapes New Prints by Kim Berman September 24–November 13, 2009 President’s Gallery, 11th Floor, Tower Building Reception: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 5:00–6:00 p.m. and 7:00–8:00 p.m. Conversation with the artist: "How Can Art Transform Lives?" with Kim Berman, Linda Nathan, Chaz Mayivane-Davies, and Pamela Allara: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Dislocated Landscapes features new prints by South African artist, Kim Berman. Berman’s artwork addresses the politics and social conditions in South Africa through the metaphorical device of landscape. Her recent landscapes visualize the fractured spaces on the margins of Johannesburg where the victims of the 2008 xenophobic violence were placed. MassArt’s exhibition and panel discussion is in conjunction with other Kim Berman events occurring at Boston Arts Academy and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Phone: 617 879 7333. Contact: Darci Hanna. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Monday, November 9, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, President's Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Sacred Ground 1777-2008: Work by Robert Coppola

Public Event Reception: Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Sacred Ground 1777-2008 examines United States’ wars and conflicts through photographs of Arlington National Cemetery and war memorials located in and around the District of Columbia. It includes a chronological history of the wars and conflicts, and literary quotations and commentary. Phone: 617-879-7400. Contact: Robert Coppola. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E Train, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Monday, November 9, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Brant Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

Storytime

Children, ages 2-5, and a caregiver are welcome to join us for stories and a craft. No registration required. Library: Faneuil. Neighborhood: Brighton. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. 419 Faneuil Street brighton.

Yoga For Seniors

West End The West End Senior Center will be offering Yoga Classes for Seniors at the West End Branch Library. The Teacher is Tatiana Nekrasova, Certified Yoga Instructor. Library: West End. Neighborhood: West End. Type of Event: Health. Cost: free. Audience: Seniors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 151 Cambridge Street Community Room.

ESL Conversation Group

Roslindale Practice your English in an informal, enjoyable setting. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or cancelled. Library: Roslindale. Neighborhood: Roslindale. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 4238 Washington Street.

Films for Preschool Children

Roslindale Preschool films are for children ages 3 to 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or cancelled. Library: Roslindale. Neighborhood: Roslindale. Type of Event: Film. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 4238 Washington Street.

Music & Movement

Public Event Shake, wiggle, and giggle to favorite songs that get all ages moving. Event takes place in PlaySpace, the Museum's area for children under 3. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Preschool Films

Egleston Square Preschool Films is only for children ages 3 to 5. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: Egleston Square. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Film. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 2044 Columbus Avenue Roxbury.

Films for Children

North End On Mondays, come and watch children films at the North End library. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: North End. Neighborhood: North End. Type of Event: Film. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 25 Parmenter Street.

English Conversation Group

Central Library A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English conversation in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Monday, November 9, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street Conference Room 4.

SHINE Program - Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders

West End A volunteer from this program will be available to provide health insurance information, counseling and assistance to Massachusetts residents with Medicare and their caregivers. Library: West End. Neighborhood: West End. Type of Event: Health, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Seniors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. West End Branch of the Boston Public Library 151 Cambridge Street Boston, MA 02114.

Art and Architecture Tour

Central Library The Volunteer Office of the Boston Public Library offers tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours, which meet at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Copley Square library, last about an hour. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Boston Public Library Copley Square.

English Conversation group

Dudley Literacy Center A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Dudley Literacy Center. Neighborhood: Dorchester, Roxbury. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Social Networking. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Monday, November 9, 2009, 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM. 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Beginning English

Central Library Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Boston Public Library, Conference Room 4 700 Boylston St.

Creative Drama Class for Kids

For ages 7 to 12. Children will learn about and participate in role-playing, improvisation, storytelling, and have fun. Please pre-register with the children's librarian. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM. 300 North Harvard Street Allston.

Crochet Workshop for Kids

Hyde Park Please bring yarn and a size G or H crochet hook. Learn the basic stitches of crochet and begin a simple project to complete at home No class on 10/12/2009 Columbus Day. Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Hyde Park Branch Boston Public Library 35 Harvard Avenue.

Got Skills (Hip-Hop dance)

Public Event Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: 0. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Strike Out Hunger

Public Event Spare some time to Strike Out Hunger with Project Bread! Today, local families are struggling now more than ever to put food on the table. Make a difference while having a good time at Project Bread’s bowl-a-thon event on Monday, November 9, from 6–10 P.M. at Lucky Strike Lanes/Jillian’s in Boston. The money raised will help ensure that your neighbors in Massachusetts have enough to eat in the tough winter months ahead. For more information or to start a team visit www.projectbread.org/bowlathon. Cost: $500 per team. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Type of Event: Non-Profit Fundraiser. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Lucky Strike Lanes/Jillian's 145 Ipswich St Boston, MA 02215-3539. For more info visit www.projectbread.org.

All About Altman - A Film Series

Central Library Nov. 2 Les Boreades from Aria 10 min. color 1987 Nov. 9 A Prairie Home Companion 105 min. color 2006 Nov. 16 Fool for Love 106 min. color 1985 Nov. 23 Popeye 114 min. color 1980 Nov. 30 McCabe and Mrs. Miller 120 min. color 1971 Dec. 7 Gosford Park 137 min. color 2001 Dec. 14 Nashville 159 min. color 1975. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Film. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Visitors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM. Boston Public Library, Rabb Auditorium 700 Boylston St Boston.

TERI Higher Education Information

Hyde Park Get assistance with plans for college or post-secondary education including financial aid forms, scholarships and loans advising. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 35 Harvard Avenue.

ESL Conversation Group

Connolly Library: Connolly. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:50 PM. Connolly Branch Boston Public Library 433 Centre Street Jamaica Plain.

Resumes that Work

Connolly Library: Connolly. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM. Connolly Branch Boston Public Library 433 Centre Street Jamaica Plain.

Conversation with Friends

East Boston Practice speaking English in an informal setting. Library: East Boston. Neighborhood: East Boston. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 276 Meridian Street.

Pajama Storytime

Honan- Allston Come in your pajamas for this storytime. Don't forget your teddybear! For ages 2 to 5. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Families. Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM. Honan-Allston Branch Boston Public Library 300 North Harvard Street Allston.

West Roxbury Main Streets Annual Open House

Boston Main Streets All are welcomed! Come and see what your community has to offer. Join our various WRMS Committees. Taste the dishes of local restaurants and browse the shopping made available in West Roxbury. Support your business district and make a difference in your community. Phone: 617.325.6400. Contact: Joni Walters. Neighborhood: West Roxbury. Type of Event: Community / Civic Meeting. Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. West Roxbury Main Streets 1723 Centre St West Roxbury, MA 02132-1550.

Berklee Presents Latin Culture Celebration 2009: Fernando Brandão

Public Event Berklee professor Fernando Brandão is an award-winning flutist, composer, and author. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he has performed or recorded with Luciana Souza, Bill Pierce, Marta Gomez, and many others. A student vocal group will open the show. http://www.fernandobrandao.com. Cost: FREE. Monday, November 9, 2009, 8:00 PM. Cafe 939 939 Boylston St Boston, MA 02115-3104.

Rob Thomas

Public Event Rob Thomas comes to Boston for one night only, performing with special guests OneRepublic & Carolina Liar. Don’t miss your chance to see one of modern music’s most compelling artists, as Rob Thomas takes the stage, supporting his new album "cradlesong.". Phone: 866 348 9738. Contact: Citi Performing Arts Center Box Office. Cost: $40.50-$56. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line/New England Medial Center stop and the Green Line/Boylston Street stop. Both are located one block away from the theatres. The Red Line/Park Street stop is five blocks north of the theatres on Tremont Street. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Monday, November 9, 2009, 8:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.citicenter.org.

Environment Department - Subcommittee of the South End Landmark District Commission

BLC Agenda: Designated review of a proposed roof deck at 554 Tremont St. Boston; in accordance with the findings of the November 4, 2009 SELDC hearing. Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Massachusetts Avenue (Orange LIne). Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM. 1st Flr. 554 Tremont St Boston, MA 02118-3718.

Dislocated Landscapes

Public Event Dislocated Landscapes New Prints by Kim Berman September 24–November 13, 2009 President’s Gallery, 11th Floor, Tower Building Reception: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 5:00–6:00 p.m. and 7:00–8:00 p.m. Conversation with the artist: "How Can Art Transform Lives?" with Kim Berman, Linda Nathan, Chaz Mayivane-Davies, and Pamela Allara: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Dislocated Landscapes features new prints by South African artist, Kim Berman. Berman’s artwork addresses the politics and social conditions in South Africa through the metaphorical device of landscape. Her recent landscapes visualize the fractured spaces on the margins of Johannesburg where the victims of the 2008 xenophobic violence were placed. MassArt’s exhibition and panel discussion is in conjunction with other Kim Berman events occurring at Boston Arts Academy and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Phone: 617 879 7333. Contact: Darci Hanna. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, President's Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Sacred Ground 1777-2008: Work by Robert Coppola

Public Event Reception: Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Sacred Ground 1777-2008 examines United States’ wars and conflicts through photographs of Arlington National Cemetery and war memorials located in and around the District of Columbia. It includes a chronological history of the wars and conflicts, and literary quotations and commentary. Phone: 617-879-7400. Contact: Robert Coppola. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E Train, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Brant Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Boston City Council's Committee of Economic Development & Planning (Linehan)

City Council Docket #1362 Message and order approving the issuance of tax exempt bonds in the principal amount not to exceed $66,000,000.00 from the Boston Industrial Development Financing Authority (BIDFA), for the project at 185 Franklin Street Investment, LLC. Phone: 617-635-3042. Contact: Ron Cobb. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM. Boston City Hall, Iannella Chambers, 5th Flr. 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Sheriff's Sale

City Clerk Public Auction The following described personal property, viz: assorted men's and women's gold jewelry. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM. Suffolk County Sheriff's Department - Civil Process Division 151 Merrimac St Boston, MA 02114-4714.

Office of Consumer Affairs and Licensing Board - Violations

City Clerk Licensing Premise Violations Hearing for: Baltary Corporation (Clock Tavern) Kingdo Baguette Richdon, Inc (Harpers Ferry) Boston Bistro, Inc (The Breezeway) A & R Enterprises, Inc (Cataloni's) Twenty-Four Eighteen Club, Inc Boston Metropolitan Post #1 Amvets, Inc 5 North Square, Inc (5 North Square) Akurigu Enterprises, Inc (7-Eleven) TEIAM, LLC. Phone: 617-635-4170. Contact: Jean Lorizio. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM. Boston City Hall, Room #809, 8th Flr. 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

English Conversation Group

Central Library A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English conversation in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street Conference Room 4.

EMail Class

Dudley Literacy Center Learn how to use email in four classes. Registration is required. Library: Dudley Literacy Center. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

Tasty Tuesdays

Public Event Make a yummy, healthy snack that tots and adults will both enjoy! Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Baby Storytime

25 minutes of bounces, wiggles, and giggles for those birth to 1 year accompanied by a caregiver. Library: North End. Neighborhood: North End. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 10:55 AM. North End Branch Boston Public Library.

Preschool Adventures

Lower Mills Storytime and Crafts. Groups are welcome, please call ahead. Library: Lower Mills. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Story Time. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Lower Mills Branch Library 27 Richmond Street.

Preschool Storyhour

for children ages 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult. Library: West End. Neighborhood: Downtown, West End. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 151 Cambridge Street.

Preschool Storytime

East Boston Library: East Boston. Neighborhood: East Boston. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. East Boston Branch Library 276 Meridian Street.

Reading Readiness Storytime

Connolly For children ages 2 - 4 with adult. In this weekly storytime, we will explore concepts needed before a child learns to read. We will share stories and songs and play with educational toys and games. Registration required. Library: Connolly. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Connolly Branch Boston Public Library 433 Centre Street Jamaica Plain.

Toddler and Preschool Storytime

Parker Hill Come hear stories, play games, sing songs, and have fun with puppets! Join us for an interactive storytime that promotes reading readiness. For children ages 2-5 with their caregivers. Groups are welcome but please call ahead. Library: Parker Hill. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Parker Hill Branch Boston Public Library 1497 Tremont Street Roxbury.

Toddler Story Time

Hyde Park Come hear read aloud stories and make a very simple craft. Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Hyde Park Branch Boston Public Library 35 Harvard Avenue.

Toddler Storytime

Toddler Storytime is for children ages 1 1/2 to 3 1/2 and their caregivers. Each time, we'll share stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft. Please pre-register with the children's librarian. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM. 300 North Harvard Street Allston.

Toddler Storytime

Stories, songs, rhymes & crafts for ages 2 - 4 1/2. Themes vary weekly. Pre-registration required. Note: Story Time may be pre-empted on election days. Please call for details. Library: Adams Street. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Adams Street Branch Boston Public Library Auditorium; Reading Garden.

Toddler Storytime

Library: Uphams Corner. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 500 Columbia Road Dorchester.

Toddler/Preschool Storytime

Jamaica Plain Toddler/Preschool Storytime features picturebooks, songs, and crafts. For children ages 11/2-5 years. Space is limited so please preregister. Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. Jamaica Plain Branch Boston Public Library 12 Sedwick Street.

Preschool Films

Dudley On Tuesdays at 10:30 am, bring your child to the Dudley library for a preschool film. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: Dudley. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Film. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

Preschool Storytime

Egleston Square This drop-in storytime features puppets, songs, games and fingerplays. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Library: Egleston Square. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 2044 Columbus Avenue Roxbury.

Children's Films

Charlestown Library: Charlestown. Neighborhood: Charlestown. Type of Event: Film. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 179 Main Street.

Copley Square Farmers Market

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Copley or Back Bay. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Copley Sq (Along St. James Ave. & Dartmouth St.) 139 Saint James Ave Boston, MA 02116-5017. For more info visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org.

Circle of Songs with Hugh Hanley

West Roxbury Join us for a sing-along with Hugh. Library: West Roxbury. Neighborhood: West Roxbury. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. West Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library 1961 Centre Street 02132.

ESOL Conversation Group

Honan- Allston Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM. 300 North Harvard Street Allston.

Toddler Storytime

30 minutes of rhymes, stories, and movement for those ages 1 - 3 years accompanied by a caregiver. Groups please call ahead. Library: North End. Neighborhood: North End. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM. North End Branch of the Boston Public Library.

Preschool Storytime

Codman Square If your child is between the ages of 3 and 5, bring them to the Codman Square branch library for storytime. Be sure to call in advance to verify that this event has not been reschedule or canceled. Library: Codman Square. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 690 Washington Street Dorchester.

Boston Public Market sponsored by Rodale on Dewey Square Plaza

Public Event The Boston Public Market sponsored by Rodale on Dewey Square returns to the Greenway! Together, Rodale Inc. and the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy are supporting the Boston Public Market and its farmers as we bring a robust seasonal market to Dewey Square Plaza. In addition to fresh produce, farmers will sell eggs, cheeses, meats, breads, baked goods and other wholesome products grown or made in Massachusetts. As the market season progresses, the Conservancy will provide live entertainment, seating and other amenities. An authoritative resource for information on sustainable practices and wellness, Rodale will assist shoppers in making healthy choices through an interactive kiosk and related website. The market is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 6:30 PM through November 24th. Phone: 6172920020. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: South Station. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Park Event. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Dewey Square Plaza S Station Boston, MA 02111. For more info visit www.hellogreenway.org.

In Transition: Personal Branding

Office of Business Development Unemployed? Underemployed? Want to improve your skill set during these difficult econimc times? Are you presenting yourself in the best light to potential employers? Come join Kim Clark, Founder and Principal of Polished Professionals of Boston, and learn how to identify and describe your best attributes and achievments to potential employers and create your own professional story or brand. This interactive workshop will also help you identify your professional goals and teach you the skills needed to effectively communicate your brand to people in your netowrk who can help you get back to work. Phone: 617-532-0225. Contact: Katie Mendez. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Talks & Lectures, Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Center for Women and Enterprise 24 School St Boston, MA 02108-5113.

Chess with Charlie

Hyde Park Experienced chess teacher Charles Cleary will teach basic chess skills and strategies.for beginning players through advanced chess masters. All ages welcome! Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 35 Harvard Avenue.

ESL Conversation Group

West End Library: West End. Neighborhood: West End. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. 151 Cambridge St.

Vivien Leigh Film Series

South Boston The Starring Vivien Leigh films: November 3: The Sidewalks of London November 10: Storm in a Teacup November 17: That Hamilton Woman November 24: A Streetcar Named Desire. Library: South Boston. Neighborhood: South Boston. Type of Event: Film. Cost: free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. South Boston Branch Library 646 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127.

Adult Basic Education Reading and Writing Level 2

Dudley Literacy Center Library: Dudley Literacy Center. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 2:45 PM – 4:45 PM. Dudley Literacy Center 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

Creative Drama Class

Parker Hill Join Ann Adams of Library Creative Drama, Inc. for fun and educational exercises in role-playing, improvisation, and storytelling. For children ages 7-12. Groups cannot be accommodated. Library: Parker Hill. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Parker Hill Branch Library 1497 Tremont St. Roxbury.

Word Jam Creative Writing Workshops for Teens

Grove Hall Poetry and fiction workshops for teens, taught by MFA/Creative Writing graduate students from UMASS Boston. Each workshop is different, drop in for one or come to them all. Library: Grove Hall. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Grove Hall Branch of the Boston Public Library 41 Geneva Ave. Dorchester.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Advanced ESL Class

Central Library Must register with the Dudley Literacy Center. 617-859-2446. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Central Library 700 Boylston Street Conference Room 4.

The Only Kids Book Club

The OK Club is a book discussion group for children in grades 5 and 6. Join us for great conversation and a snack. Books will be available at the Faneuil Branch one month in advance. Pre-registration is required. Library: Faneuil. Neighborhood: Brighton. Type of Event: Book Group. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM. 419 Faneuil Street Brighton.

Word Jam! Creative Writing Workshops

Honan- Allston A series of creative writing workshops for children ages 8 to 12, led by graduate students from UMass Boston's MFA in Creative Writing program. Library: Honan-Allston. Neighborhood: Allston. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:30 PM. Honan-Allston Branch Boston Public Library 300 North Harvard Street Allston.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

National Novel Writing Month's Young Writer's Program

Central Library For teens who want to write a novel in a month and write it in good company. Sign up on their website www.ywp.nanowrimo.org first. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Social Networking, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Young Adult Room, Copley.

Boston Redevelopment Authority - Boston Civic Design Commission

Boston Redevelopment Authority Phone: 617-918-4355. Contact: David Carlson. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Boston City Hall, Piemonte Room, 5th Flr. (use congress street entance/exit after 5:30 p.m.) 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Boston Landmarks Commission

BLC Agenda: * Preliminary Hearing Petition #235.10, 185 Franklin St. Boston *Business Meeting Discussion and Vote; Design Review Process Property Updates & Staff Report Adjournment. Phone: 617-635-3850. Contact: Ellen Lipsey. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:30 PM – 6:35 PM. Boston City Hall, Room #900, 9th Flr.(use congress street entrance/ exit after 5:30 p.m.) 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Boston Landmarks Commission

BLC Agenda: Petition #235.10 New England Telephone and Telegraph Building 185 Franklin Street, Boston, MA. 02110. Phone: 617-635-3850. Contact: Ellen Lipsey. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:30 PM. Boston City Hall, BRA Board Room #900, 9th Flr.(use congress street entrance/exit after 5:30 p.m.) 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Build your skill for the new global economy. Learn Mandarin!!

Public Event Phone: 508-270-4103. Contact: Sharyn Jordan. Cost: $150.00. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus 50 Oakland St Wellesley Hills, MA 02481-5307. For more info visit www.massbay.edu.

Art and Architecture Tour

Central Library The Volunteer Office of the Boston Public Library offers tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours, which meet at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Copley Square library, last about an hour. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Boston Public Library Copley Square.

WorldBoston presents Great Decisions Discussion Series

Central Library "Rising Powers" Speaker: Ravi Ramamurti, CBA Distinguished Professor of International Business & Strategy, Director, Center for Emerging Markets, Northeastern University. Since the end of the cold war, the U.S. has emerged as the world's predominant power. However, in the 21st century some rapidly developing countries have become increasingly influential. Who are these rising powers? Will their emergence change the global balance of power? How will the U.S. react? Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Talks & Lectures. Cost: None. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street Orientation Glass Room.

National Debate Series: Boston

Public Event Feeling like political talk these days is filled with hyperbole and hatred, rather than genuine discussion and debate? Here's something refreshing... an evening of engaging discussion in the spirit of Adams, Jefferson and Lincoln. Join us as we tackle some of the nation’s most controversial issues, featuring some of the country's best collegiate debate teams - from Harvard, MIT, Boston College, and Boston University. Phone: 800-834-9711. Contact: http://nationaldebateseries.com/. Cost: $10-$35. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Green Line. Type of Event: Talks & Lectures. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Morse Auditorium 602 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215. For more info visit nationaldebateseries.com.

Poetically Speaking

Public Event Poetically Speaking is Boston's premier spoken word and poetry event for teen girls in the area. The theme for this year's event is the Value of Voice. All the fuss about our nation's finances has had us so focused on the value of the material things in our lives, that we haven't taken the time to appreciate the things in life that are truly the most valuable. This night is dedicated to celebrating our priceless relationships, dreams and the value of voice! If you would like to ATTEND Poetically Speaking, please RSVP by emailing Program Director, Saun Green at Saun@TeenVoices.com by sending your name, address and school. If you are coming with more than 10 people or an organization, please send the names of all attendees and/or the name of your organization. along with the staff person (if any) who will be attending with you! Please RSVP by November 1, 2009. If you would like to PERFORM, pick a section from the bottom of the page, write a piece, and send your original submission to Saun@TeenVoices.c… Phone: 617-426-5505 ext. 18. Contact: Saun Green. Cost: Free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Boylston and Park. Type of Event: Arts (Performing). Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Semel Theater, Emerson College 10 Boylston Pl Boston, MA 02116-4612. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Carmen

Public Event Carmen playing at the Shubert Theatre New Boston Lyric Opera production! Friday, November 6 at 7:30 pm Sunday, November 8 at 3 pm Wednesday, November 11 at 7:30 pm Friday, November 13 at 7;30 pm Sunday, November 15 at 3 pm Tuesday, November 17 at 7:30 pm Single tickets for Boston Lyric Opera’s 2009-2010 Season go on sale to the public October 1, 2009. Season tickets are on sale now Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with French dialogue and projected English translation. Carmen and Don José crash into each other with a passion that's as much about will as it is about desire. At its premiere, Bizet's opera shocked and thrilled audiences. The thrill's still there in this new, highly theatrical Boston Lyric Opera production. Phone: 866 348 9738. Contact: Citi Performing Arts Center. Cost: $34.00-$195.00. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: The most convenient MBTA stops to The Wang Theatre and The Shubert Theatre are the Orange Line/New England Medial Center stop and the Green Line/Boylston Street stop. Both are located one block away from the theatres. The Red Line/Park Street stop is two blocks north of the theatres on Tremont Street. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 7:00 PM. The Shubert Theatre Tremont St Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.citicenter.org.

57 Readers and Writers

Faneuil The Allston - Brighton "57 Readers and Writers" tell their stories in scenes, prose poetry and song. Food is our topic, happiness is our recipe. Library: Faneuil. Neighborhood: Brighton. Type of Event: Author Talk, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Faneuil Branch Boston Public Library 419 Faneuil Street Brighton.

Berklee Presents Latin Culture Celebration 2009: Mili Bermejo/Patricia Elena Vlieg

Public Event Voice professor Mili Bermejo blends Latin folk music, jazz improvisation, and socially aware lyrics. Critics have described her sound as “part poetry-folk, part Sarah Vaughn sophistication” (Boston Magazine). Tonight, she will perform "Love Songs of the Americas," a program featuring romantic songs from a variety of lyrical traditions and cultures, with faculty cellist Eugene Freisen and the student World String Orchestra.http://www.milibermejo.com Panama-born Patricia Elena Vlieg is a pianist, vocalist, and composer whose music combines a variety of Latin rhythms and styles with elements of jazz and other genres. She will perform with Latin Grammy Award-winning bassist, professor Oscar Stagnaro. http://www.patriciaelena.com. Cost: $10. Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:15 PM. Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02115-2602. For more info visit www.berklee.edu.

Veterans Day (City Holiday)

Holidays City offices closed. Sunday parking rules in effect. Boston Public Libraries closed. BCYF Community Centers are closed. Wednesday, November 11, 2009.

Dislocated Landscapes

Public Event Dislocated Landscapes New Prints by Kim Berman September 24–November 13, 2009 President’s Gallery, 11th Floor, Tower Building Reception: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 5:00–6:00 p.m. and 7:00–8:00 p.m. Conversation with the artist: "How Can Art Transform Lives?" with Kim Berman, Linda Nathan, Chaz Mayivane-Davies, and Pamela Allara: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Dislocated Landscapes features new prints by South African artist, Kim Berman. Berman’s artwork addresses the politics and social conditions in South Africa through the metaphorical device of landscape. Her recent landscapes visualize the fractured spaces on the margins of Johannesburg where the victims of the 2008 xenophobic violence were placed. MassArt’s exhibition and panel discussion is in conjunction with other Kim Berman events occurring at Boston Arts Academy and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Phone: 617 879 7333. Contact: Darci Hanna. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, President's Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Sacred Ground 1777-2008: Work by Robert Coppola

Public Event Reception: Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Sacred Ground 1777-2008 examines United States’ wars and conflicts through photographs of Arlington National Cemetery and war memorials located in and around the District of Columbia. It includes a chronological history of the wars and conflicts, and literary quotations and commentary. Phone: 617-879-7400. Contact: Robert Coppola. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E Train, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Brant Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

"The Nutcracker" Ballet Day

Public Event Boston Ballet brings its music, dance, costumes, and hands-on, behind-the-scenes activities to the Museum for this day-long event. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Attractions & Museums. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Music & Movement

Public Event Shake, wiggle, and giggle to favorite songs that get all ages moving. Event takes place in PlaySpace, the Museum's area for children under 3. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

East Boston Bikes for Change

Public Event Come by the YMCA on November 11th between 12:00 and 3:00pm and raise biking awareness in East Boston. This event is all ages and will feature a biking trail, biking information, food, group discussion and give-a-ways! In collaboration with the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center and NOAH. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Adults. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: East Boston. Type of Event: Park Event. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. East Boston YMCA 215 Bremen St East Boston, MA 02128-1782.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Got Skills (Hip-Hop dance)

Public Event Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: 0. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 5:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Carmen

Public Event Carmen playing at the Shubert Theatre New Boston Lyric Opera production! Friday, November 6 at 7:30 pm Sunday, November 8 at 3 pm Wednesday, November 11 at 7:30 pm Friday, November 13 at 7;30 pm Sunday, November 15 at 3 pm Tuesday, November 17 at 7:30 pm Single tickets for Boston Lyric Opera’s 2009-2010 Season go on sale to the public October 1, 2009. Season tickets are on sale now Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with French dialogue and projected English translation. Carmen and Don José crash into each other with a passion that's as much about will as it is about desire. At its premiere, Bizet's opera shocked and thrilled audiences. The thrill's still there in this new, highly theatrical Boston Lyric Opera production. Phone: 866 348 9738. Contact: Citi Performing Arts Center. Cost: $34.00-$195.00. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: The most convenient MBTA stops to The Wang Theatre and The Shubert Theatre are the Orange Line/New England Medial Center stop and the Green Line/Boylston Street stop. Both are located one block away from the theatres. The Red Line/Park Street stop is two blocks north of the theatres on Tremont Street. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7:00 PM. The Shubert Theatre Tremont St Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.citicenter.org.

Running the Numbers: Portraits of Mass Consumption

Public Event Sociologists tell us that the human mind cannot meaningfully grasp numbers higher than a few thousand. Yet, understanding the consequences of our choices requires us to comprehend the incremental effect of millions or billions of small acts. How can we sensitize ourselves and, in turn, change our choices? Photographer Chris Jordan's large-format prints, assembled from thousands of smaller photographs, dramatically translate the raw language of statistics into powerful images of global mass culture that we can respond to emotionally. Seeing the cumulative impact of individual actions through this talented artist's lens awakens us to the enormity of our personal decisions. This exhibit is made possible by Chris Jordan, courtesy of Kopeikin Gallery, Los Angeles. Cost: Free with Exhibit Halls admission. Audience: Families. Type of Event: Exhibit. Thursday, November 12, 2009 – Sunday, May 9, 2010. Museum of Science, Blue Wing, Level 2 Science Park Boston, MA 02114.

Dislocated Landscapes

Public Event Dislocated Landscapes New Prints by Kim Berman September 24–November 13, 2009 President’s Gallery, 11th Floor, Tower Building Reception: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 5:00–6:00 p.m. and 7:00–8:00 p.m. Conversation with the artist: "How Can Art Transform Lives?" with Kim Berman, Linda Nathan, Chaz Mayivane-Davies, and Pamela Allara: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Dislocated Landscapes features new prints by South African artist, Kim Berman. Berman’s artwork addresses the politics and social conditions in South Africa through the metaphorical device of landscape. Her recent landscapes visualize the fractured spaces on the margins of Johannesburg where the victims of the 2008 xenophobic violence were placed. MassArt’s exhibition and panel discussion is in conjunction with other Kim Berman events occurring at Boston Arts Academy and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Phone: 617 879 7333. Contact: Darci Hanna. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, President's Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Sacred Ground 1777-2008: Work by Robert Coppola

Public Event Reception: Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Sacred Ground 1777-2008 examines United States’ wars and conflicts through photographs of Arlington National Cemetery and war memorials located in and around the District of Columbia. It includes a chronological history of the wars and conflicts, and literary quotations and commentary. Phone: 617-879-7400. Contact: Robert Coppola. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green E Train, Longwood. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Brant Gallery 621 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115.

Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization

City Clerk Transportation Planning and Programming Committee meeting (tentative). Phone: 617-973-7100. Contact: Pam Wolfe. MBTA: New England Medical Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:00 AM. State Transportation Building, Conference Room #5 10 Park Plz Boston, MA 02116-3933. For more info visit www.bostonmpo.org.

Office of Consumer Affairs and Licensing Board

City Clerk Agenda: Board's Executive Voting Session (day or time changes are subject to change on any given week). Phone: 617-635-4170. Contact: Jean Lorizio. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:00 AM. Boston City Hall, Room #809, 8th Flr. 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Seeing Songs

Technology has rendered music more accessible and pervasive than ever before. MP3 players are omnipresent; every cell phone can make a statement about the owner's musical taste. Music is everywhere, and in the process has become both more public and more private. We all travel through life with our own soundtrack—sometimes others can hear it; sometimes it's ours alone. Visual artists, however, have been inspired by music throughout history. They have responded by transforming something that is arguably intangible, into visual, physical form. "Seeing Songs" presents an eclectic mix of work—mainly from the Museum's collections—that draws on music as inspiration, focusing on abstract as well as representational art and connections to musical forms as varied as classical, jazz, and pop. From lyrical works on paper by Wassily Kandinsky and a painting by Stuart Davis that depicts music as gesture and improvisation, to recent videos by Gillian Wearing and Candice Breitz that explore the relationship between pop… Phone: 617-267-9300. Contact: Ticketing. Cost: Free with General Admission. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore. MBTA: Museum of Fine Arts Stop, Green E Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Exhibit. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM. MFA, Boston 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115-5523. For more info visit www.mfa.org.

Public Improvement Commission (Public Works Department)

Public Works Hearing is scheduled on the above date, which may be subject to change at the Public Improvment Commission's discreation. Public Improvement Commission may hold the hearings in the community from time to time, upon appropriate notice of specific time and locations. All inquiries should be made the contact person listed. IN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION Room 801 October 01, 2009 Public Hearing 1. On a petition of: Comcast of Boston, Inc. for Lead Company Status and Grant of Location with no participants for telecommunications conduit, handholes, and manholes in the following street in South Boston: (N.B. 9/17/09) • Northern Avenue, - - from a point approximately sixty (60’) feet east of Sleeper Street running approximately two hundred and forty-six (246’) feet easterly. As shown on a plan entitled City of Boston Public Works Department Engineering Division, Comcast of Boston, Inc. - Northern Avenue, - Fan Pier, Boston Proper, 1 Sheet, Dated 09/25/09. Phone: 617-635-4961. Contact: Douglas Coughlin. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:00 AM. Boston City Hall, Room #801, 8th Flr. 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Meet the Creatures

Public Event Meet one of the Museum's resident reptiles! Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 AM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Reading Readiness

Concept-based stories, rhymes & activities designed to bolster reading in children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old. Pre-registration required. Includes live performances, free books and active play-time. Library: Adams Street. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Adams Street Branch Boston Public Library 690 Adams Street Dorchester.

Reading Readiness

Adams Street Thematic story times and structured play designed to re-inforce some of the basic building blocks of reading. Includes free books and children's performers. Library: Adams Street. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Adams Street Branch Library 690 Adams Street Dorcesheter.

Toddler Storytime

Roslindale A story hour for children ages 2 and 3. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or cancelled. Library: Roslindale. Neighborhood: Roslindale. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 4238 Washington Street.

The Worminator

Public Event Explore the big, bad world of worms. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Adults, $12; children (1-15) and senior citizens, $9; children under one and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. all visitors $1. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station (Red); Courthouse Station (Silver). Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 308 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1016.

Preschool Storytime

North End Stories and activities for those ages 3 -5 years. Groups please register. Library: North End. Neighborhood: North End. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM. North End Branch Boston Public Library 25 Parmenter Street.

Boston Public Market sponsored by Rodale on Dewey Square Plaza

Public Event The Boston Public Market sponsored by Rodale on Dewey Square returns to the Greenway! Together, Rodale Inc. and the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy are supporting the Boston Public Market and its farmers as we bring a robust seasonal market to Dewey Square Plaza. In addition to fresh produce, farmers will sell eggs, cheeses, meats, breads, baked goods and other wholesome products grown or made in Massachusetts. As the market season progresses, the Conservancy will provide live entertainment, seating and other amenities. An authoritative resource for information on sustainable practices and wellness, Rodale will assist shoppers in making healthy choices through an interactive kiosk and related website. The market is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 AM to 6:30 PM through November 24th. Phone: 6172920020. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: South Station. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Park Event. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM. Dewey Square Plaza S Station Boston, MA 02111. For more info visit www.hellogreenway.org.

Throw Back Thursdays

Egleston Square Come and watch "throw back" films from the 50s through early 80s. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: Egleston Square. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Film. Cost: Free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Businesses. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 2044 Columbus Avenue Roxbury.

Rainsford Island: "Mercy's Dwelling Place"

Public Event Rainsford Island, for almost a century untended, has played a pivotal role as Boston’s best line of defense against smallpox, yellow fever and other perceived security threats, both epidemiological and social. Curator Elizabeth Carella shares the island’s colorful history of epidemics, shipwrecks and daring escapes. Phone: (617) 482-6439. Cost: $5. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: State, Downtown Crossing. Type of Event: Historical, Talks & Lectures. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM. Old South Meeting House 310 Washington St Boston, MA 02108-4639.

Chess with Charlie

Hyde Park Experienced chess teacher Charles Cleary will teach basic chess skills and strategies.for beginning players through advanced chess masters. All ages welcome! Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 35 Harvard Avenue.

English Conversation Group

Central Library A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English conversation in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Boston Public Library 700 Boylston Street Conference Room 4.

Book Discussion

Parker Hill October Book- Queen of Broken Hearts by Cassandra King. Library: Parker Hill. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. Type of Event: Book Group. Cost: free. Audience: Adults. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM. Parker Hill Branch Library 1497 Tremont Street.

Never Too Late Group

Central Library Nov. 5, Archaeologist Ben Thomas gives architectural overview of Mayan monuments; Nov. 12, The Sundowners (film,1960,133 min.); Nov. 19, author talk by Mo Lotman on “Harvard Square: An Illustrated History Since 1950; Dec. 3, Ken Gloss speaks on “Is There Value in Your Old and Rare Book?”; Dec. 10, The Lives of Others (film,2006, 137 min.); Dec. 17, Cantabile Renaissance Band performs English music of 16th and 17th centuries; Dec. 24, Moonstruck (film,1987,103 min.); Dec. 31, Dangerous Liaisons (film, 1988, 120 min.). Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Author Talk, Concerts / Live Music, Film. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Boston Public Library, Rabb Auditorium 700 Boylston St. For more info visit www.bpl.org.

Environment Department - Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission

Environment Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM. Boston City Hall, Staff Offices, Room #805, 8th flr. 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Fort Point Channel Landmark District Orientation

FPC The FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION will hold a meeting: This meeting will be an orientation meeting for new commissioners. The meeting is for staff to provide introductory general information and answer questions; no official recommendations on any applications will be made and no vote will be taken. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM. Boston City Hall Room 805 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201.

Citi Spotlights Fall Theatre Internship

Public Event Are you between the ages of 14 and 19? Want to work with the largest theatre in Boston to help shine a spotlight on your community? Have fun and get paid while doing it? Citi Performing Arts Center is now scheduling interviews and auditions for the fall High School Theatre Internship taking place weekday afternoons from September 29-November 20, 2009. All participants must schedule an after school interview and audition to be held the week of September 14. Please contact Anthony Victoria at avictoria@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221 for more information. All levels of experience are welcome. Phone: 617 532 1221. Contact: Anthony Victoria. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Theatre, Volunteer Opportunity, Workshops & Classes. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:00 PM. The Wang Theatre 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116-5603.

Chess Time

Codman Square Every Thursday at 4 we will get out the library's new chess boards for kids to play chess with. Library: Codman Square. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 690 Washington Street Dorchester.

Drop in Science

Jamaica Plain Build and test cool science experiments. Projects will include The Steady Hand Game and catapults. For children in grades 3-6. Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Jamaica Plain Branch Library 12 Sedgwick Street Jamaica Plain.

Lego Club

Build a Lego creation to be put on display in the library. You bring your imagination and we'll provide the Legos! For ages 6 and up. Groups please call ahead. Library: North End. Neighborhood: North End. Type of Event: Arts & Crafts. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:00 PM.

Environment Department - Back Bay Architectural Commission

BLC Agenda: * Violations Hearing * Design Review Hearing * Administrative Review/Approvals. Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Boston City Hall, BRA Room #900, 9th Flr.(use congress street entrance/exit after 5:30 p.m.) 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

ALPFA BOSTON 7th EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Public Event The ALPFA Boston-Chapter cordially invites you to our 7th Annual Executive Leadership Summit. This year’s theme, Looking Beyond the Horizon, Managing in Times of Change, is very relevant to what professionals and students are dealing with in to today’s economic environment. The Career Fair will be held 2:00pm-5:00pm at Sheraton (Copley Place). Cost: http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=191839. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Businesses. Visitors. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: T Green Line-Copley Sq.; T Orange Line-Back Bay. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing, Social Networking. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Boston, MA Sheraton Boston (Copley) 39 Dalton St Boston, MA 02199-3901. For more info visit www.acteva.com.

Need a Place to chill & have fun!

Public Event Do you need a place to chill meet news friends and somewhere safe? Well Come to Curtis Hall Community Center open to ages 13 and up. Here at Curtis Hall Community Center you can do the following: field trips, students entering as juniors & seniors can learn more about colleges, grants, student’s loans and financial aid, video game tournaments, sports, resume and interview skills, job assistance, design T-shirts, group discussion cooking class, a place to do homework & much more! Phone: 617-635-5193. Contact: Natasha Adams. Cost: Cost is Free except Teen trips. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. MBTA: Forest Hills. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

POETRY SLAM!

Strand You are invited to join us as 360 Boston Public Elementary Schools take the stage and perform their original poetry. Come experience the voices of our future as the SCORES poet-athletes share what they value most in their "Tribute to...". Phone: 617.635.1403. Cost: FREE. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Families. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Author Talk, Book Group, Theatre. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Strand Theatre 543 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA 02125-2315.

Crafts with Mrs. C

Uphams Corner Children aged 8-16 are invited to come make a craft to take home. Library: Uphams Corner. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Arts & Crafts. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Teens (Ages 13-18). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library 500 Columbia Road, Dorchester.

Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission

FPC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Date posted: October 30, 2009 The FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION will hold a public hearing: DATE: THURSDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2009 TIME: 5:00 Pm (Hearing begins promptly at 5:00pm; times for individual items listed below are approximate.) PLACE: BOSTON CITY HALL, PIEMONTE ROOM, 5TH FLOOR Subject of the hearing will be review of the applications for Certificates of Design Approval on the agenda below, and such other business as may come before the Commission, in accordance with Chapter 772 of the Acts of 1975, as amended. Sign language interpreters are available upon request. Applications are available for public inspection during normal business hours. Please ensure that all electronic devices are silenced prior to entering the hearing room. After 5:30 p.m. enter and exit City Hall at the Dock Square entrance on Congress Street (across from Faneuil Hall). FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION (FPCLDC) David Berarducci, Susan Goganian… Phone: 617-635-3850. Contact: City of Boston Environment Department. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM. Boston City Hall, Piemonte Room, 5th Floor City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201.

Environment Department - Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission

BLC Agenda: * Introductions * Business Meeting discussion and vote on proposed rotating chairperson * Staff Prensentation Presentation of history and significane of the district, the FPCLD Commission hearing process. Brief question and answer session follows * Adjournment. Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM. Boston City Hall, Piemonte Room, 5th Flr.(use congress street entrance/exit after 5:30 p.m.) 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

An Artful Autumn: Alison Horvitz and Barbara Ottmar

Public Event As autumn begins to fade, local artists Alison Horvitz and Barbara Ottmar are bringing bold, expressive color back into the season. Join them for a wine and cheese reception at Thos. Moser, Thursday, November 12 from 6pm-8pm, as they display their "feel-good" works of art. Alison Horvitz is an accomplished fine artist whose work has been seen in art exhibitions throughout New England and New York. Her paintings are elegant, edgy, and exploratory. Horvitz studied art at RISD, UMASS, Dartmouth and Boston University. Barbara Ottmar is a fine artist and sculptor whose work is bold, colorful and exciting. Ottmar studied art at RISD, and in Italy and Boston. Ottmar's family business, Tatutina® produces original, hand-painted gifts for a happy lifestyle. "These expressive paintings are creative and relational; exploring borders with fresh lively shapes and colors. You'll really enjoy seeing how great art and design can work together to produce exciting interiors." - Suzanne Schultz, Founder & CEO, Canvas… Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Visitors. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Boylston, Green Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. M2L Gallery Showroom 104 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-4606.

Build your skill for the new global economy. Learn Mandarin!!

Public Event Phone: 508-270-4103. Contact: Sharyn Jordan. Cost: $150.00. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus 50 Oakland St Wellesley Hills, MA 02481-5307. For more info visit www.massbay.edu.

L’Apéro

Public Event Meet and mingle with a touch of French. L’Apéro is a casual evening of French conversation in a friendly environment. Enjoy a glass of wine and a bit of fromage while mingling with fellow Francophones and Francophiles from the Boston area. Phone: 617.912.0400. Cost: $10 for members, students and seniors, $15 for non-members. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). College Students. Adults. Visitors. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Green/Orange/Commuter Rail. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Social Networking. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The French Library Alliance Française 53 Marlborough St Boston, MA 02116-2043.

Art and Architecture Tour

Central Library The Volunteer Office of the Boston Public Library offers tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The tours, which meet at the Dartmouth Street entrance of the Copley Square library, last about an hour. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Boston Public Library Copley Square.

Boston Cares Volunteer Orientation

Jamaica Plain Boston Cares organizes and leads team-oriented volunteer opportunities throughout Greater Boston that have a positive impact on individuals and communities. Participants must pre-register on the Boston Cares website. Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Volunteer Opportunity. Cost: Free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library 12 Sedgwick Street.

English Conversation group

Dudley Literacy Center A native English speaker leads ESL students and new English speakers in practicing English in an informal group setting. No registration is required. Library: Dudley Literacy Center. Neighborhood: Dorchester, Roxbury. Type of Event: Social Networking. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

Harriet Reisen, the Woman Behind the Woman Behind Little Women

Central Library A perennial classic, Little Women has never been out of print. Alcott's character Jo March inspired careers as diverse as Gertrude Stein, Simone de Beauvoir, and Ursula K. LeGuin, and put Sandra Day O'Connor on her path to the Supreme Court. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Author Talk. Cost: free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM. Central Library 700 Boylston Street Orientation Room.

Protecting Your Investments-The Best Defense is a Wise and Safe Investor

Central Library Fourth and final program in the "How Can I Afford Retirement" Fall 2009 series. Preregistration requested at http://affordretirement.bpl.org or 617-859-2241. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Talks & Lectures, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Boston Public Library, Rabb Auditorium 700 Boylston St Boston, MA 02116-2813. For more info visit affordretirement.bpl.org.

Puppet Making and Storytelling Workshop

Uphams Corner Celebrate Family Literacy Month with Charlotte Dore of Rosalita's Puppets. Children and families will make their own puppet creations with free materials provided and will learn how to tell a story using puppets. With your puppets and new storytelling skills, your family will be able to create new plays and stories at home. Library: Uphams Corner. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Children (Ages 6-12). Families. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Uphams Corner Branch of the Boston Public Library 500 Columbia Road, Dorchester. For more info visit www.rosalitaspuppets.com.

The Mature Mr. Mason Film Series

South Boston The Mature Mr. Mason Adult Films feature James Mason in later roles: November 5: Murder by Decree November 12: The Last of Sheila November 19: Georgy Girl. Library: South Boston. Neighborhood: South Boston. Type of Event: Film. Cost: free. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. South Boston Branch Library.

Basic Computer Workshops

Dudley Literacy Center Workshops for those who have never used a computer or have little experience. A series of four classes begin at the start of each month. Please register by phone or in person. Library: Dudley Literacy Center. Neighborhood: Roxbury. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM. 65 Warren Street Roxbury.

English & Spanish Language Exchange / Intercambio de Idiomas

Jamaica Plain Join the weekly English and Spanish Language Exchange / Intercambio de Idiomas where English speakers can practice their Spanish, and Spanish speakers can improve their English. No meeting on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve. Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library 12 Sedgwick Street.

Social Justice Book Discussion Group "The Lemon Tree: An Arab, a Jew, and the Heart of the Middle East

Jamaica Plain The Social Justice Book Group will discuss Sandy Tolan's "The Lemon Tree: An Arab, a Jew, and the Heart of the Middle East.". Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Book Group. Cost: Free. Audience: College Students. Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Jamaica Plain Branch Boston Public Library 12 Sedgwick Street.

Write Thursday Night

Central Library Match up your imagination and expand your writing skills with short exercises. Read, share, and critique in a positive setting - every Thursday. Library: Central Library. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Adults. Seniors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. 700 Boylston Street Copley Square McKim Conference Room.

Conversation with Friends

Hyde Park Practice speaking English in a relaxed, informal setting. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or canceled. Library: Hyde Park. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. Type of Event: ESOL / Literacy, Workshops & Classes. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Seniors. Families. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 35 Harvard Avenue.

Wild About Books Pajama Storytime

Jamaica Plain Celebrate Family Literary Month. We'll read stories celebrating books and create our own books. Parents will have an opportunity to make family reading journals. Library: Jamaica Plain. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Story Time. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5). Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Jamaica Plain Branch Boston Public Library 12 Sedgwick St.

Knitting Circle

Orient Heights Bring your project to our evening knitting circle. Come and meet new people while participating in a relaxng activity. Please call in advance to verify that this event has not been rescheduled or cancelled. Library: Orient Heights. Neighborhood: East Boston. Type of Event: Social Networking, Workshops & Classes. Cost: free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18). College Students. Adults. Visitors. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 18 Barnes Avenue East Boston.

From the Farm to Your Plate

Public Event What we eat and drink has significant ecological consequences. Where does our food come from and how does it get to us? What are “food miles”? Learn how the production, packaging, and transportation of food affect our environment. Consider how food is produced and transported in other countries and what we can do to reduce the environmental impact of food packaging and consumption on the local and national level. Phone: 6175894250. Contact: forumrsvp@mos.org. Cost: Free. Audience: Adults. Type of Event: Talks & Lectures. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 7:00 PM. Museum of Science Science Park Boston, MA 02114.

C-11 Monthly Public Meeting

Police Area C-11 hosts a monthly meeting for the public every 2nd Thursday at 7:00pm and a guest speaker from the Boston Police Department explains the function and mission of their specific unit, past speakers have come from the Police Academy, Homicide Unit, Drug Unit, Crime Lab. The location is announced in the Dorchester Reporter as we are “going on the road” this year instead of at 40 Gibson St. every month. Please join us and meet your fellow Dorchester residents. Phone: 617-343-4524. Contact: Further information can be obtained by calling the Community Service Office at 617 343-4524. Audience: Adults. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Community / Civic Meeting. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Throughout Dorchester (locations published monthly in the Dorchester Reporter).

Berklee Presents Latin Culture Celebration 2009: The Heart of Cuban Salsa: Issac Delgado Meets Berklee

Public Event The 2009–2010 Music Series at Berklee continues with Cuban superstar Issac Delgado: The Heart and Soul of Cuban Salsa. The Grammy-nominated vocalist is one of the most famous interpreters of timba in the world. Delgado will be backed by his son, Issac Jr, on piano, and a group of more than than 20 Berklee students, faculty, and alumni. Bass professor Oscar Stagnaro will direct the ensemble.http://www.myspace.com/issacdelgado. Cost: $25, $20 reserved seating. Thursday, November 12, 2009, 8:15 PM. The Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02115-2602. For more info visit www.berklee.edu.