City of Boston Calendar Arts, Tourism Special Events

The State of the City Address

13 Jan 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Historic Faneuil Hall
Congress St
Boston, MA 02109
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 6:30pm

Mayor Thomas M. Menino cordially invites you to attend The State of the City Address. RSVP please by January 9, 2009.

Event type: City Calendar Event
Phone: 617.635.4446
Cost: FREE
Audience: Adults
Neighborhood: Downtown
MBTA: State Street, Government Center
Type of Event: Talks & Lectures
More info: www.cityofboston.gov…

MLK National Speaking Program

19 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Historic Faneuil Hall
Congress St
Boston, MA 02109
Monday, January 19, 2009, 12pm

Celebrating the memory of Martin Luther King, Jr. this speaking program highlights the virtue of individual freedom.

Event type: City Calendar Event
Phone: 617-635-3911
Cost: FREE
Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly
Neighborhood: Downtown
MBTA: Orange Line to State Street
Type of Event: Historical, Talks & Lectures

His Vision, Our Voice - 6th Annual Martin Luther King Concert

20 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jordan Hall at the N.E. Conservatory
290 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115-5018
Monday, January 19, 2009, 7 – 9pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. envisioned a nation of unity and peace, one where all people stand together as equals. Our signature concert reminds us all of our voices to carry forward that vision. The Boston Children's Chorus will share the stage at this blockbuster concert with nationally renowned guests, the Young People's Chorus of New York City. Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.

1 pm Open Dress Rehearsal
7 pm Nationally Televised Concert

Event type: City Calendar Event
Phone: 617-778-2242
Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors, Adults
Neighborhood: Downtown
MBTA: Green "E" (Northeastern)
Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music
More info: www.bostonchildrenschorus.org…

Opera: Hansel and Gretel

06 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Riverside Theatre
Fairmount Ave
Hyde Park, MA 02136
Friday, February 6, 2009

Based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Hansel and Gretel are trapped inside the deceptively decorated house of the witch Griselda who wishes to fatten Hansel so that he may be baked into a delicious gingerbread treat. Hansel and Gretel may be lost in the woords, but they are protected by many magical beings. Of course, they must and do meet the witch in her delicious house and she does try to cook Hansel in the oven. And naturally, they do live happily ever after.

Event type: City Calendar Event
Phone: 617.361.5269
Cost: Tickets: $23 adults, $20 students/seniors, $15 children
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
MBTA: Fairmount Station
Type of Event: Theatre
More info: www.rtwboston.org

Opera: Hansel and Gretel

07 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Riverside Theatre
Fairmount Ave
Hyde Park, MA 02136
Saturday, February 7, 2009

Based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Hansel and Gretel are trapped inside the deceptively decorated house of the witch Griselda who wishes to fatten Hansel so that he may be baked into a delicious gingerbread treat. Hansel and Gretel may be lost in the woords, but they are protected by many magical beings. Of course, they must and do meet the witch in her delicious house and she does try to cook Hansel in the oven. And naturally, they do live happily ever after.

Event type: City Calendar Event
Phone: 617.361.5269
Cost: Tickets: $23 adults, $20 students/seniors, $15 children
Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
MBTA: Fairmount Station
Type of Event: Theatre
More info: www.rtwboston.org