City of Boston Calendar

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Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park Morning Series

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Celebrate Franklin Park and the legacy of Elma Lewis at the Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park summer performance series. Each morning, performances geared toward young audiences from camps, groups and families include drum callers, African, Latin, contemporary and jazz dancing, twirlers, and more. The evening performances will entertain the whole family with African dance, drumming, rhythm & blues, jazz, folk and blues. July 15, 10:30 a.m. Frederick Hayes Dance Company The Frederick Hayes Dance Company is a group of multigenerational dancers that welcomes performers with physical challenges, encouraging participants to dance despite these challenges. Hayes grew up in Roxbury and now spreads his creative wings in the communities of Boston. As director of the Reggie Lewis Center's dance program, Hayes' works to make dance accessible to everyone. The compan July 22, 10:30 a.m. Stephen O'Neal & IntaAfrika plus Marcos Santos and Batukaxe' African drummer Stephen O'Neal has been part of the Elma Lewis… Phone: 617.282.2881. Contact: Franklin Park Coalition. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families. Neighborhood: Dorchester. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Concerts / Live Music. Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Franklin Park 143 Seaver St Dorchester, MA 02121-1500.

Third Annual Art Exhibition

Arts - Walks & Races On July 18th, at 6pm, the 808 Gallery will open its doors to exhibit the fresh face of Boston contemporary art. The third annual juried Boston Young Contemporaries Exhibition (BYC) represents eleven New England Master of Fine Arts and Post-Baccalaureate programs. This year's show includes over 90 emerging East Coast artists and encompasses a variety of contemporary painting, photography, video, and sculpture. Along with 159 artworks, and live music performed by DJ Ari Joseph, the BYC in a combined effort with Whole Foods Market will feature an edible instillation commenting on environmental degradation. Fast Facts Who: Boston Young Contemporaries What: Third Annual Art Exhibition When: July 18th – August 22nd Opening July 18th 6 – 9pm. Audience: College Students, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Gallery at Boston University 808 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215-1206.

Boston China Summer Events

Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Free outdoor fun 10 am - 12 pm Mondays: Get ready for the summer Olympics! Tuesdays: A different surprise every week! Wednesdays: Put on a Dragon Parade! Thursdays: Learn about ancient Chinese inventions that we still use today. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Tuesday, August 19, 2008. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Open Studios Coalition Exhibition

Arts, Tourism & Special Events To help celebrate and promote "Open Studios" throughout the City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present The Boston Open Studio Coalition Exhibition at City Hall through August 29th. Includes work from: Allston Arts District, Artist Group of Charlestown, Dorchester Open Studios, East Boston Artists Groups, Fort Point Arts Community, Fenway Studios, Hyde Park Art Association, Jamaica Plain Artists, Mission Hill Open Studios, Roslindale Open Studios, Roxbury Open Studios, South Boston Open Studios, and United South End Artists. Note: City Hall is closed Sat. & Sunday. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: John Crowley. Cost: FREE. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line to State St. or Green Line to Government Center. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

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Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Boston's Children's Festival

Parks This fun in the sun August festival is filled with arts activities including music, dance and arts and crafts workshops. Bring a snack or lunch and enjoy an artistic afternoon in Boston's Franklin Park with support from ReadBoston, Franklin Park Coalition and First Night. In-kind sponsors including 3-A-Day of Dairy partners HP Hood, Cabot Creamery, and The Dannon Company will provide tasty samples and important nutrition information. The Playstead is located between the rear entrance to Franklin Park Zoo and White Stadium. Phone: 6176354505. Contact: Parks Department. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18). Neighborhood: Dorchester, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mission Hill, Roslindale, Roxbury, South End, West Roxbury. Type of Event: Parades & Festivals, Park Event. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. The Playstead Jewish War Veterans Dr Boston, MA 02124.

Terrific Tuesdays at Hyde Park Branch Library

Library July 15 - Face painter Susan Haverson July 22 - Radical Reptiles July 29 - Owls from the Trailside Museum August 5 - Fox and Branch, a singing duo August 12 - Jedlie, Hyde Park's interactive circus August 19 - Animal Invaders from the Museum of Science. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: Hyde Park. MBTA: Fairmount Station, #32 Bus from Forest Hills. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums, Workshops & Classes. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Hyde Park Library 35 Harvard Ave Hyde Park, MA 02136-2831.

Farmers Market

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Massachusetts farmers' markets connect local consumers directly with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, and other products grown or produced on local farms. In addition to providing a healthy shopping experience, markets provide a natural setting for special events and build community in the neighborhoods where they take place. Located along Saint James Ave, Dartmouth St. & Boylston St. in front of the Trinity Church. Phone: 617.635.3911. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: On the orange line, get off at Back Bay station; walk two blocks north. On the green line, get off at the Copley Square station; walk one block east. The Route 9,10,39,55,502 and504 buses also stops at Copley Square. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Copley Square 561 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org.

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MA Department of Public Utilities-NSTAR Gas Company Hearing

City Clerk NSTAR Gas Company Petition for Load Forecast and Supply Plan, 2008-2013. Phone: 617-305-3721. Contact: Laurie Ellen Weisman. Audience: Businesses, Adults. MBTA: South Station-Red Line. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 2:00 PM. One South Station, 2nd Floor 1 South Sta Boston, MA 02110-2212.

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Fusion Arts

Public Event Phone: 617-442-4299 x 142. Contact: Hernando Buitrago. Cost: none. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families. Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Green Line- E- Brigham Circle, Orange- Roxbury Crossing. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Arts (Visual), Concerts / Live Music, Park Event. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Sheehy Park, next to the Mission Church 1530 Tremont St Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120-2929.

Environment Department-St. Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Convention

City Clerk Design Review Applications West Newton and St. Botolph Streets 123 St. Botolph Street Use Congress Street Entrance for City Hall after 5:30 PM. Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Government Center/State Street/Haymarket. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 4:00 PM. Boston City Hall-Room 805 1 City Sq Boston, MA 02201-0001.

Waterfront Performing Arts Series

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Mayor's Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events 7/22 Casey Desmond & Ahmir 7/29 Opera Boston 8/5 New England Conservatory Jazz 8/12 Boston Ballet Chu Ling Dance OrigiNation 8/19 Orchestre Symphonique de Jeunes de Strausbourg. Phone: 617.635.3911. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: North End. MBTA: Aquarium-Blue Line. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:00 PM. Christopher Columbus Park Boston, MA 02111. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Boston Strasbourg Sister City Association: Strasbourg Youth Orchestra

Public Event The Strasbourg Youth Orchestra will make their first visit to the United States to celebrate their 20th anniversary. This talented group of 50 musicians, ranging in age from 16 to 30, will present a program that includes classical works by Sibelius, Bizet, Tchaikovsky and contemporary compositions by John Williams and John Kander. The orchestre will be part of the Mayor's Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events waterfront concert series on Tuesday, August 19th at 6 PM. Mark your calendar to take advantage of this unique opportunity For detailed information, you are welcome to contact Mary Louise Burke at mlburke2@verizon.net. Phone: 617-325-0531. Contact: mlburke2@verizo n.net. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Columbus Park Boston, MA.

Soul Tuesdays

Public Event Interested in soul music? Come to Soul Tuesdays at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Every Tuesday bands perform songs from famous R and B and Soul artists from the 1950's to the present. This Tuesday, Soul Tuesdays will be featuring Soul Sound Revue. Soul Sound Revue is by far the hottest Motown show this side of Detroit, performing the greatest hits in the true “Motown Tradition". Soul Sound Revue recreates the dynamic vocal harmonies and musical stylings of classic Motown groups of the sixties, seventies, and eighties: The Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, and many more. With the popular resurgence of the seventies, eighties, and nineties, Soul Sound Revue currently performs the most popular dance hits spanning four decades. With all the flash and finery reminiscent of a time when dress and show were as important as the players and vocalist's stage presence, Soul Sound Revue's three lead vocalists explode onto the stage with a vibrant six-piece rhythm and multi-horn back-up band th… Phone: 617-439-7000. Cost: FREE. Audience: College Students, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Concerts / Live Music. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Boston Harbor Hotel 70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA 02110. For more info visit www.hotelcalendars.com.

Third Annual Art Exhibition

Arts - Walks & Races On July 18th, at 6pm, the 808 Gallery will open its doors to exhibit the fresh face of Boston contemporary art. The third annual juried Boston Young Contemporaries Exhibition (BYC) represents eleven New England Master of Fine Arts and Post-Baccalaureate programs. This year's show includes over 90 emerging East Coast artists and encompasses a variety of contemporary painting, photography, video, and sculpture. Along with 159 artworks, and live music performed by DJ Ari Joseph, the BYC in a combined effort with Whole Foods Market will feature an edible instillation commenting on environmental degradation. Fast Facts Who: Boston Young Contemporaries What: Third Annual Art Exhibition When: July 18th – August 22nd Opening July 18th 6 – 9pm. Audience: College Students, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Gallery at Boston University 808 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215-1206.

Boston China Summer Events

Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Free outdoor fun 10 am - 12 pm Mondays: Get ready for the summer Olympics! Tuesdays: A different surprise every week! Wednesdays: Put on a Dragon Parade! Thursdays: Learn about ancient Chinese inventions that we still use today. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Open Studios Coalition Exhibition

Arts, Tourism & Special Events To help celebrate and promote "Open Studios" throughout the City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present The Boston Open Studio Coalition Exhibition at City Hall through August 29th. Includes work from: Allston Arts District, Artist Group of Charlestown, Dorchester Open Studios, East Boston Artists Groups, Fort Point Arts Community, Fenway Studios, Hyde Park Art Association, Jamaica Plain Artists, Mission Hill Open Studios, Roslindale Open Studios, Roxbury Open Studios, South Boston Open Studios, and United South End Artists. Note: City Hall is closed Sat. & Sunday. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: John Crowley. Cost: FREE. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line to State St. or Green Line to Government Center. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

Entertainment / Licensing Division

City Clerk Weekly Open Meetings. Phone: 617-635-4170. Contact: Jean Lorizio. Audience: Adults. MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 10:00 AM. Boston City Hall, Room #809 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Arts on the Arcade

Arts, Tourism & Special Events For the seventh year, Arts on the Arcade will provide summer entertainment at the community arcade from July 7th to August 27th, adjacent to Cambridge Street and City Hall Plaza on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11am - 3pm. For more information on this event select the link below. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: Arreen Andrew. Audience: Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: State Street-Orange Line or Government Center-Green line. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Arts (Visual), Concerts / Live Music. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 11:00 AM. Cambridge Street, Boston. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Farmers Market

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Massachusetts farmers' markets connect local consumers directly with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, and other products grown or produced on local farms. In addition to providing a healthy shopping experience, markets provide a natural setting for special events and build community in the neighborhoods where they take place. Phone: 617.635.3911. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: The Boston City Hall Farmers' Market is accessible by the Green and Blue Lines of the T, at the Government Center T stop. You can also take the Orange line inbound to the State Street stop and cross State Street to City Hall Plaza. City Hall will be the building right in front of you. This market is on the City Hall Plaza along Cambridge Street. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. City Hall Plaza Boston, MA 02201. For more info visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org.

New Bostonians happenings: Immigration Advice

New Bostonians Since September 11, 2001, the concern over immigration has dramatically increased. In response, the Mayor's Office of New Bostonian's began the "Free Immigration Consultation" program to assist New Bostonians concerned about immigration issues. Constituents meet with volunteer immigration lawyers to confidentially discuss their immigration situations. These free meetings are held at City Hall in Room 804 every first and third Wednesday of each month from 12pm to 2:30pm. Please visit http://www.cityofboston.gov/newbostonians/ for more information on future meetings. Phone: 617-635-2980. Contact: NewBostonians@cityofboston.gov. Cost: FREE. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Immigrants, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Boston City Hall Room 803 1 City Hall Square Boston, MA 02201. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Boston City Council - Committee on Government Operations

City Clerk Docket #0859 An Order accepting the Adoption of the provisions of MGL. Chapter 40, Section 8J within the City of Boston. Docket #0911 An Ordinance to Establish Further Conditions related to Street Permits for Street Work. Phone: 617-635-1185. Contact: Sarah Laub. MBTA: Government Center/State Street/Haymarket. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 1:00 PM. Boston City Hall-Iannella Council Chambers-5th Floor 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

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4th Annual Book Bag Drive

Public Event Kicking off its citywide campaign for academic success, the Boston Public Health Commission and the Connecting Families to Schools program are sponsoring the 2nd Annual Back to School Book Bag Drive/Health Fair on Wednesday, August 16, 4-7pm at the Shelburne Community Center in Roxbury with support from Cradles to Crayons through their Ready to School initiative. Event planners expect to give away 2000 backpacks stuffed with school supplies. The sturdy bags have pencils, pens, sharpeners, highlighters, folders and notebooks. Boston families will have a chance to get their children off to a great start of the school year. Another feature of the event is a resource fair to provide families with up-to-date health information and printed guides to available benefits and services. Important Note: 1)Adults must come with a child; 2) One book bag given per child that attends event; 3) Bring 2008 Report Card and/or school assignment for each child; 4) Students must be a Boston Public School or City of Boston Resident… Phone: 617-534-2596. Contact: LaTasha Cooper. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families. Neighborhood: Roxbury, South End. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Shelburne Community Center 2730 Washington St Roxbury, MA 02119-1404.

Fort Point Channel Study Committee Meeting

City Clerk Discussion of Standards and Criteria and final review of draft Standards and Criteria. Phone: 617-635-3850. Contact: Katie McLaughlin. MBTA: Red Line and Silver Line. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:30 PM. Boston Convention Center 415 Summer St Boston, MA 02210-1719.

Summer Swing

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Wednesday night dance. Phone: 617.635.3911. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families, Visitors, Adults. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Boston Harbor Hotel Rowes Wharf.

The Environment Department-Boston Conservation Commission

City Clerk Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM-Construction of a water transportation docking facility next to 500 Atlantic Avenue adn Russia Wharf, Fort Point Channel 6:15 PM-Removal of contaminated soils and streambed sediment in the Mother Brook in Hyde Park. 6:30 PM-Restoration and mitigation of sections of Leverett Pond and Muddy River impacted by oil release, the Riverway and Netherlands Road. 6:45 PM-Pond Restoration program involving the removal of nuisance aquatic vegetation and debris and restoration of shoreline grading and vegetation at Dawson, Rehder and Faxon Ponds, Arnold Arboretum. 7:00 PM-BU Bridge Rehabilitation and Stormwater Improvement Project. Phone: 617-635-3850. Contact: Chris Busch. MBTA: Government Center/State Street/Haymarket. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 6:00 PM. Boston City Hall - Room 801 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

The Landmarks Orchestra Festival

Feasts & Festivals Free classical concerts for all. Rain Location: Church of the Covenant 67 Newbury St. Phone: 617.520.2200. Cost: Free. Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Concerts / Live Music, Parades & Festivals. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 7:00 PM. Hatch Shell 1 David G Mugar Way Boston, MA 02114.

Third Annual Art Exhibition

Arts - Walks & Races On July 18th, at 6pm, the 808 Gallery will open its doors to exhibit the fresh face of Boston contemporary art. The third annual juried Boston Young Contemporaries Exhibition (BYC) represents eleven New England Master of Fine Arts and Post-Baccalaureate programs. This year's show includes over 90 emerging East Coast artists and encompasses a variety of contemporary painting, photography, video, and sculpture. Along with 159 artworks, and live music performed by DJ Ari Joseph, the BYC in a combined effort with Whole Foods Market will feature an edible instillation commenting on environmental degradation. Fast Facts Who: Boston Young Contemporaries What: Third Annual Art Exhibition When: July 18th – August 22nd Opening July 18th 6 – 9pm. Audience: College Students, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Thursday, August 21, 2008. Gallery at Boston University 808 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215-1206.

Boston China Summer Events

Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Free outdoor fun 10 am - 12 pm Mondays: Get ready for the summer Olympics! Tuesdays: A different surprise every week! Wednesdays: Put on a Dragon Parade! Thursdays: Learn about ancient Chinese inventions that we still use today. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Thursday, August 21, 2008. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Open Studios Coalition Exhibition

Arts, Tourism & Special Events To help celebrate and promote "Open Studios" throughout the City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present The Boston Open Studio Coalition Exhibition at City Hall through August 29th. Includes work from: Allston Arts District, Artist Group of Charlestown, Dorchester Open Studios, East Boston Artists Groups, Fort Point Arts Community, Fenway Studios, Hyde Park Art Association, Jamaica Plain Artists, Mission Hill Open Studios, Roslindale Open Studios, Roxbury Open Studios, South Boston Open Studios, and United South End Artists. Note: City Hall is closed Sat. & Sunday. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: John Crowley. Cost: FREE. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line to State St. or Green Line to Government Center. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Thursday, August 21, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Board of Election Commissioners-Board Meeting

City Clerk Phone: 617-635-4634. MBTA: Government Center/State Street/Haymarket. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 10:30 AM. Boston City Hall-Room 241 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

Rice Dough Sculpture

Public Event Rice isn't just for eating. Learn how to make figures and animals using rice dough. 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with Museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 11:30 AM. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Water and Sewer Commission

City Clerk Phone: 617-989-7000. MBTA: Ruggles on Orange Line and Various Bus Lines. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 2:30 PM. Meeting at BWSC Board Room-3rd Floor 980 Harrison Ave Roxbury, MA 02119-2540.

Roxbury Farmers Market

Codman Square FAMILY Farmers Market

Public Event Phone: (617)822-8189. Contact: Elali Moukwa. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Dorchester. MBTA: Shamut Station. Type of Event: Environmental Events, Food & Dining. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Codman Square Health Center 637 Washington St Dorchester Center, MA 02124-3510.

Environment Department-Beacon Hill Architectural Commission

City Clerk Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness Pinckney and Charles Streets 38 Lime Street 19 Chestnut Street 55 Revere Street 4 Pinckney Street 15-17 Brimmer Street 16 Charles River Square 64 Beacon Street 116 Myrtle Street 5 Byron Street 13-27 Bowdoin Street 61 Hancock Street 88 Beacon Street, #3 113 Pinckney Street 19 Revere Street 5 Chestnut Street 37 Beacon Street, #41 and 42 81 Beacon Street 22 Hancock Street Review of Violations 58 Pinckney Street 17-19 Irving Street 30 South Russell Street. Phone: 617-635-3850. MBTA: Government Center/State Street/Haymarket. Type of Event: Public Meeting / Hearing. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 4:00 PM. Boston City Hall-Room 801 1 City Hall Sq Boston, MA 02201-1020.

R.O.C.K. 'N Splash

Boston Centers for Youth & Families A R.O.C.K. ‘N Splash will be held every Thursday night for the months of July and August at different community centers across the city. Families will have the chance to come together for a variety of activities including swimming, games, music, a cookout and much more. For the complete schedule go to cityofboston.gov/bcyf. Neighborhood: South End. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Social Networking, Sports. Audience: Families. Phone: 617-635-4920. Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Agency: Boston Centers for Youth & Families. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Blackstone Community Center 50 W Brookline St Boston, MA 02118-3809.

The Greenway and Beyond

Public Event Tour begins at North Station T (Orange and Green Lines) on Causeway Street. Tours costs $10. Explore the new Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway on this one hour special walking tour offeres by Boston By Foot. The Greenway is Boston's new mixed-use public spac that once housed the elevated highway since replaced by the Big Dig. Learn the history of the neighborhoods that once occupied this space and the present day urban planning that is knitting Boston back together. Cost: $10. Type of Event: Tours / City Exploration. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. North End Parks to the Wharf District Parks 135 Causeway St Boston, MA 02114-1306.

Blue Barge

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Regular Thursday Evening Concert. Phone: 617.439.7000. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families, Visitors, Adults. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM. Boston Harbor Hotel Rowes Wharf.

R.O.C.K. 'N Splash

Boston Centers for Youth & Families A R.O.C.K. ‘N Splash will be held every Thursday night for the months of July and August at different community centers across the city. Families will have the chance to come together for a variety of activities including swimming, games, music, a cookout and much more. For the complete schedule go to cityofboston.gov/bcyf. Neighborhood: South End. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Social Networking, Sports. Audience: Families. Phone: 617-635-4920. Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Agency: Boston Centers for Youth & Families. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Curley Community Center 1663 Columbia Rd South Boston, MA 02127-4250.

Feet First Walking Team

Public Event Join us each week as we get fit! Phone: 617.427.7399. Contact: Barry Twomey. Cost: free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Businesses, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain, Mission Hill. MBTA: Green Line E (Brigham Circle) and Orange Line (Roxbury Crossing). Type of Event: Health, Walks & Races. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. MHMS Office 1534 Tremont St Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120-2929.

Harborwalk Sounds: Berklee College of Music at the ICA

Public Event Target free Thursday Nights: Berklee School of Music Students Perform. Phone: 617.635.3911. Cost: FREE. Audience: College Students, Families, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Concerts / Live Music. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. ICA Putnam Investments Plaza 100 Northern Avenue Boston, MA.

HarborWalk Sounds: Pat Carroll

Public Event arborWalk Sounds is the ICA's free series of outdoor concerts featuring students, faculty, and alumni from Berklee College of Music. Pat Carroll, a saxophonist from Pleasanton, CA, has been focused on music since age 12, when he began studying with noted San Francisco musician Dann Zinn. In his junior year of high school, Carroll was awarded the Jimmy Lyons scholarship at the 2004 Monterey Jazz Festival. In 2005, he was commissioned to write and perform original music as a member of the SFJAZZ Young Composers Project, a group that rehearsed with Ravi Coltrane, Miguel Zenon, Vijay Iyer, and Maria Schneider. His composition, “Mighty Aphrodite,” appears on the new Jazz Revelation Records release, Common Ground. Admission is free. Space is limited. Contact: Colette Randall, crandall@icaboston.org. Cost: FREE. MBTA: Silver Line- Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston 100 Northern Ave Boston, MA 02210-1802. For more info visit icaboston.org.

King & Queen Carnival

Feasts & Festivals Contact: Sal LaMattina, (617) 635-2072. MBTA: Roxbury Crossing (Orange Line). Type of Event: Parades & Festivals. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Reggie Lewis Center 1350 Tremont St Roxbury, MA 02120.

Movies on the Necklace

Parks Sponsored by the Emerald Necklace Conservancy, these movie nights will bring neighbors, families and friends to Olmsted's historic Jamaica Pond for a night of fun and community spirit. Can't get enough of the Red Sox? Join us on August 14 to see the baseball classic "Field of Dreams." On August 21, children of all ages will enjoy the animated classic, "Babe." Movies begin when the sun goes down! In partnership with the Boston Parks & Recreation Department. For more information, call (617) 232-5374 or visit emeraldnecklace.org. Phone: (617) 232-5374. Contact: Emerald Necklace Conservancy. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mission Hill, Roslindale, Roxbury, South End, West Roxbury. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Park Event. Thursday, August 21, 2008, 7:45 PM. Jamaica Pond Jamaicaway Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Family Movie Series

Public Event Sunset Pope John Paul II Park, Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester For more information call BNAN at 617-542-7696 or email info@bostonnatural.org. Phone: 617-542-7696. Contact: info@bostonnatural.org. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Thursday, August 21, 2008, 8:00 PM. Pope John Paul II Park 751 Gallivan Blvd Dorchester, MA 02122-3109.

Third Annual Art Exhibition

Arts - Walks & Races On July 18th, at 6pm, the 808 Gallery will open its doors to exhibit the fresh face of Boston contemporary art. The third annual juried Boston Young Contemporaries Exhibition (BYC) represents eleven New England Master of Fine Arts and Post-Baccalaureate programs. This year's show includes over 90 emerging East Coast artists and encompasses a variety of contemporary painting, photography, video, and sculpture. Along with 159 artworks, and live music performed by DJ Ari Joseph, the BYC in a combined effort with Whole Foods Market will feature an edible instillation commenting on environmental degradation. Fast Facts Who: Boston Young Contemporaries What: Third Annual Art Exhibition When: July 18th – August 22nd Opening July 18th 6 – 9pm. Audience: College Students, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Back Bay. Friday, August 22, 2008. Gallery at Boston University 808 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215-1206.

Bike Friday

Bikes Safe, guided bike convoys led by experienced cyclists and escorted by Boston Police. Convoys follow fixed schedule and route and originate at locations throughout metro-Boston. All convoys finish at City Hall Plaza Boston. After the ride, enjoy a free breakfast, bike expo, and music courtesy of 100.7 WZLX on City Hall Plaza. Various routes leaving from Newton, Brookline, Lexington, Arlington, Somerville, Cambridge, Dorchester, West Roxbury, Roslindale, Brighton, Allston, and Jamaica Plain. Phone: 617-918-4463. Contact: Daniel Hoagland at daniel.hoagland.bra@cityofboston.gov. Cost: Free!! Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Allston, Back Bay, Brighton, Chinatown / Leather District, Dorchester, Downtown, Fenway-Kenmore, Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, Roxbury, West Roxbury. Friday, August 22, 2008, 6:45 AM – 9:30 AM. City Hall Plaza Boston, MA 02108. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Boston Open Studios Coalition Exhibition

Arts, Tourism & Special Events To help celebrate and promote "Open Studios" throughout the City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present The Boston Open Studio Coalition Exhibition at City Hall through August 29th. Includes work from: Allston Arts District, Artist Group of Charlestown, Dorchester Open Studios, East Boston Artists Groups, Fort Point Arts Community, Fenway Studios, Hyde Park Art Association, Jamaica Plain Artists, Mission Hill Open Studios, Roslindale Open Studios, Roxbury Open Studios, South Boston Open Studios, and United South End Artists. Note: City Hall is closed Sat. & Sunday. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: John Crowley. Cost: FREE. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line to State St. or Green Line to Government Center. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Friday, August 22, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

Summer Day Programs for Prospective Students

Public Event The Summer Day Programs for prospective first-year students are held on Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science's Boston campus and include a campus tour, information session and student panel discussion. Online registration is available. Phone: 617.732.2850. Contact: MCPHS Office of Admission. Cost: Free. Audience: Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Mission Hill. MBTA: Ruggles, Back Bay, Green Line, Bus. Friday, August 22, 2008, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA 02115-5804. For more info visit www.mcphs.edu.

Green & Healthy

Public Event This Summer join Boston Children's Museum and the Department of Conservation and Recreation for "No Child Left Inside." Try special activities that will get the entire family enjoying the great outdoors! Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with Museum admission: Adults $10, Seniors $8, Children (2-15) $8, Children (1) $2, Children under one are FREE!!! Target $1 Friday Nights Sponsored by are offered every Friday from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums, Environmental Events, Park Event. Friday, August 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Friday, August 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Farmers Market

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Massachusetts farmers' markets connect local consumers directly with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, and other products grown or produced on local farms. In addition to providing a healthy shopping experience, markets provide a natural setting for special events and build community in the neighborhoods where they take place. Located along Saint James Ave, Dartmouth St. & Boylston St. in front of the Trinity Church. Phone: 617.635.3911. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: On the orange line, get off at Back Bay station; walk two blocks north. On the green line, get off at the Copley Square station; walk one block east. The Route 9,10,39,55,502 and504 buses also stops at Copley Square. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Friday, August 22, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Copley Square 561 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116. For more info visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org.

Fort Point Channel Lunchtime Concert Series

Public Event Club Passim's Culture for Kids presents a FREE Outdoor Summer Music Series. Fridays 12-1pm on Children's Wharf. Plus, free ice cream, compliments of Hood Dairy! For a complete list of performers please visit www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org *Please note 7/25 & 8/15 concerts are scheduled for 6pm. Sponsored by Friends of Fort Point Channel. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), Families, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Friday, August 22, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Friends of Fort Point Channel Summer Concert Series

Public Event All summer-long, every Friday, enjoy free ice cream comliments of HOOD, while listening to local and national musicians representing a broad range of music genres and cultures. Fridays at NOON, except on 7/25 and 8/22- performances at 6pm. Schedule: June 29: Pan Loco Steel Drummers, 12pm July 4: Music of Mali- Moussa Traore, 12pm July 11: Folk harmonies with The Nields, 12 noon July 18: Arabic Drumming- Karim Nagi Mohammed, 12pm July 25: Silver Leaf Gospel Singers, 6pm August 1: Jeff Robinson Jazz Trio, 12pm August 8: Celtic Music & Step dance: Laura Cortese, 12pm August 15: Greek Music- Damien Stefanides, 6pm August 22: Mark Erelli- Singer Songwriter, 12pm August 29: Children’s Songs with Sara Hickman,12pm. Phone: 617-451-9239. Contact: Suzanne Skjold. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Businesses, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: Silver Line to Courthouse Stop or Red Line to South Station. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Friday, August 22, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. On Fort Point Channel, at the Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Children's Theatre

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Children help bring the island to life with music and theater! Cost: FREE. Friday, August 22, 2008, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM. George's Island Boston Harbor.

Chalk One up for the Arts

Arts - Walks & Races Chalk One Up For The Arts 10th ANNIVERSARY Boston's festival of spirit and creativity in four downtown locations! Each year, Boston's beloved folk artist SIDEWALK SAM hosts a lively lunch hour festival for companies, non-profit groups and agencies called "Chalk One Up for the Arts." It's a chance to show off your Company Spirit on sidewalks all over Boston. In the third week of August, hundreds of companies and thousands of employees take a lunch break, join throngs of people outside, crouch down on the ground and create chalk drawings on the sidewalk that show their company spirit. Companies throughout Boston participate - you don't have to be an artist to show your spirit! People are applauded for doodling a heart, an apple, a sun up in the sky, their company name - or stick figures (people that draw like a child get the most applause). Co-workers enjoy it when someone in their company draws. Tens of thousands of pedestrians walk by and see the artworks - and thank participating companies f… Phone: 617.918.4402. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Gorernment Center Green Line or State Orange Line. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Workshops & Classes. Friday, August 22, 2008, 2:00 PM. City Hall Plaza 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

You Dance Friday: Bellydance

Public Event You Dance Friday is back with new styles to try. Start with an hour of instruction by Johara, then put your moves to the test with music from Musaner. Musaner’s music is comprised of arrangements that use both original compositions and folk music material from the Balkans to the Near East. Musaner’s original blend features eastern instruments and a jazz horn section. Johara is a dancer, drummer, and choreographer who has over 10 years experience as a dance instructor and workshop leader. She is director and producer of Snakedance Theater, the semi-monthly dance events Serpentine Nights, and the Bellisima dance troupe. She is creator and host of the Boston Annual Bellydance Awards founded in 2004. Free with museum admission. Contact: Colette Randall, crandall@icaboston.org. Cost: Free with Museum Admission. MBTA: Silver Line- Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums, Concerts / Live Music. Friday, August 22, 2008, 6:00 PM. Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston 100 Northern Ave Boston, MA 02210-1802. For more info visit icaboston.org.

Free Friday Flicks

Public Event Now a beloved, summertime tradition for New England families, Free Friday Flicks are classic & popular, family-oriented movies shown each Friday night throughout the summer at the MDC Hatch Shell on the Esplanade for FREE! People and ducks of all ages flock to the banks of the Charles River with their own chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy these Free movies under the stars. All movies are shown rain or shine at sundown (approximately 8:30pm). But come early to grab your spot on the lawn...and visit the WBZ Tent for lots of free giveaways, food samples and fun interactive games! What's Playing This Week? Please call the WBZ Free Friday Flicks Hotline for weekly movie information: 617-787-7200. Due to fun contractual issues, they cannot print the names of the movie titles. June 20: A Scottish boy finds a strange egg and befriends a legendary sea creature. July 4: No Free Friday Flick. Fireworks! July 11: "Bee" there to watch a sociable insect befriend a human and learn secrets to the honey-ma… Phone: 617-787-7200. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Back Bay. MBTA: Charles St (Red), Arlington St (Green). Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Friday, August 22, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Hatch Shell 1 David G. Mugar Way Boston, MA. For more info visit wbztv.com.

Movies by Moonlight

Public Event The Movies by Moonlight series offers guests a chance to revisit a few of time's most memorable films such as Some Like it Hot, Rio Bravo and The Hustler. The 2008 series, from late June to late August 2008, will continue every Friday night until August 31st, starting at dusk. The spectacular view from Intrigue Café sets the stage to view these classic greats beneath the stars. These free outdoor events held at Boston's most luxurious waterfront hotel offer both the tourist and local resident the chance to enjoy beautiful summer evenings at the city's most scenic waterfront location, listen to live music, watch classic films, and learn the lindy hop. Guests are also welcome to indulge in the exquisite cuisine of Chef Daniel Bruce, who prepares the menu daily at the Intrigue Café Terrace. Friday, June 20th Gaslight Friday, June 27th In The Heat Of The Night Friday, July 4th Mr. Smith Goes To Washington Friday, July 11th Witness For The Prosecution Friday, July 18th Some Like It Hot F… Phone: 617.635.3911. Cost: FREE. Audience: Families, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Aquarium (Blue). Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Friday, August 22, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Boston Harbor Hotel 70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA 02110. For more info visit www.bhh.com.

MBADiversity: Fourth Annual National Symposium & Social

Public Event MBADiversity is an all-inclusive MBA prep program that began as a grassroots movement in 2003 and has since evolved into a 501 c 3 inclusive MBA prep program and professional membership organization. Our vision is to positively impact the world through education, business and community. We are excited to bring the 4th National Symposium to Boston, both American and international members will be attending this workshop, from August 22-23. This two-day workshop will focus on preparing our participants for their business school process through various panels and speakers. Our theme for this year is Abundance, and we are excited to be bring the participants to a city that personifies Abundance in every sense of the word. Audience: Adults. Type of Event: Workshops & Classes. Saturday, August 23, 2008 – Sunday, August 24, 2008. Hyatt Regency 575 Memorial Dr Cambridge, MA 02139-4814. For more info visit www.mbadiversity.org.

Sistahood Walking Weekend

Public Event Please join us in our 1st monthly Sistahood Walking Weekend taking place on Saturday, August 23rd and Sunday, August 24 both starting at 6am sharp. We will be meeting in front of the Franklin Park Golf Course Clubhouse wearing our Sistah t-shirts. Please check with your doctor before walking and bring some water. Please tell all your Sistah friends about the new Sistah movement happening in Boston and invite them to join in as well. Bring a Sistah & meet new ones... Phone: 617-989-1002. Contact: Carla. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families. Neighborhood: Dorchester. MBTA: 16, 22, 29, 28 All buses going to Franklin Park. Type of Event: Walks & Races. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM. Franklin Park 1 Circuit Drive Dorchester Ave Boston, MA 02124. For more info visit women.meetup.com.

Roslindale Farmers Market

Public Event Phone: 617-327-4065. Contact: Janice Williams. Cost: Free Admission. Audience: College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Businesses, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Roslindale. MBTA: Forest Hills Orange Line. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Adams Park Washington St Roslindale, MA 02131. For more info visit www.roslindale.net.

WIFFLE® Boston 2008

Onein3 The tournament, run by ONEin3 Boston and Social Boston Sports, will feature 32 teams competing in a single elimination tournament on City Hall Plaza for the City of Boston WIFFLE Championship. Each team will consist of five players and must be coed. Registration is open for all young people who live, work and play in Boston. Teams should register for the tournament at the Social Boston Sports Registration Page no later than August 15. There is no cost for participation. Mayor Menino will kick off the tournament by throwing out the first pitch at 10:15 a.m. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. The games will run seven innings or 45 minutes each. Following the tournament, Social Boston Sports will be hosting a post-game celebration in close proximity to City Hall Plaza. Too rusty on your WIFFLE game to play on a team? No worries! Come by anyway to participate in home run derby or one of our other interactive games for specators. Games, food and fun will cover the plaza so don't miss out… Cost: Free. Audience: Young Adults (Ages 20-34). MBTA: Government Center. Type of Event: Sports. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. City Hall Plaza Boston, MA 02201. For more info visit socialbostonsports.com.

Mattapan Farmers Market

Public Event Enjoy fresh, affordable, locally grown fruits and vegetables from a variety of Massachusetts farms. Cooking demonstrations, African drumming and nutrition information each Saturday. EBT and WIC/Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Coupons accepted. Contact: Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition. Cost: Free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Mattapan. MBTA: Mattapan Station. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Health. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Church of the Holy Spirit 525 River St Mattapan, MA 02126-3013.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Arts & Crafts at the Frog Pond

Parks Enjoy a Saturday full of excitement and learning at these workshops, designed to teach arts and crafts to children ages 9 and older, hosted in partnership with Art Street (Sidewalk Sam). After the workshop, add to the fun by cooling off in the Frog Pond Wading Pool. For more information, please call (617) 244-3171. Phone: (617) 244-3171. Contact: Art Street. Cost: free. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12). Neighborhood: Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Downtown. MBTA: Park Street. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Workshops & Classes. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Frog Pond Boston Common Beacon Street, Boston.

2008 Historic Walking Tour

Arts - Walks & Races 2008 Historic Walking Tours (Canceled if raining) All tours are free and open to the public and are offered on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Tours last approximately one hour and are canceled in case of rain. No reservations are required. Please join us and bring along a friend! Tour Date Location June 7 Hyde Square July 12 Sumner Hill June 14 Green Street June 21 Woodbourne June 28 Pondside July 26 Hyde Square July 19 Stony Brook August 2 Green Street August 9 Woodbourne August 16 Pondside August 23 Sumner Hill Sept 6 Stony Brook Sept 13 Hyde Square Sept 20 Green Street Sept 27 Woodbourne Green Street Laid out in 1836, the street played a key role in Jamaica Plain’s development, functioning as a residential, commercial, and transportation conduit in the lives of the district’s residents. Although Green Street was subdivided as early as 1851 for stores, factories and houses it was not extensively developed until the late 1870’s with construction continuing until the early… Contact: JP Historical Society. Cost: FREE. Audience: College Students, Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain. Type of Event: Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Sumner Hill-Loring Greenough House 12 South St Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-3105.

Farmers Market

Massachusetts Go Association

Public Event Go is an ancient Chinese board game played by two players. Known as weiqi in Chinese, the game has simple rules but surprisingly complex winning strategies. Join us for an afternoon of instruction and play as the Massachusetts Go Association offers demonstrations and helps young and old players learn the rules of the game. Watch the masters to see if they reveal their strategy, and then take on family or friends to see who can win in a match of your own. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Caribbean Carnival

Feasts & Festivals The Carnival Parade begins on Martin Luther King Blvd. in Roxbury, where bands and their masqueraders come to the streets with spectacular colors and sounds that signal the arrival of CARNIVAL. The parade proceeds along Warren Street, through Grove Hall and on to Dorchester's Franklin Park. Phone: 617-445-3472. Contact: Shirley Shillingford. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Parades & Festivals. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Martin Luther King Blvd Boston, MA. For more info visit www.bostoncarnival.com.

Walking Tour of Brookline's Jewish Cuisine

Public Event What the Jewish cuisine is? Find it out under the expert guidance while tasting authentic Jewish food - matzo ball soup, latkes, falafel, kosher wines, noodle kugel ice cream and dozen more items from the best Brookline purveyors. Visit many of the town's treasured Jewish food stores and restaurants - including Zaftig's, Kupel's Bagels, Rami's, Rubin’s, and the Butcherie. Discover traditions, kosher rules, and influence of different cultures that lie behind the food. Hear unique personal anecdotes about the Brookline establishments’ owners and savor the rich history of Jewish Brookline and its famous residents. Join us for this featured on TV eye-opening fabulous Boston neighborhood tour! Tour is held rain or shine. Sundays, 10am-1pm Limited to 12 people. Phone: 617-821-7667. Contact: Julia Goldberg. Cost: $44 per person; Price includes all the food tastings (enough for lunch). Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Businesses, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Brighton. MBTA: Green line B to Harvard Avenue stop in Brighton. Type of Event: Food & Dining, Tours / City Exploration. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Harvard Street Brighton 1230 Commonwealth Ave Allston, MA 02134-4229. For more info visit www.brooklinetour.com.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Dixie Swing & Jazz on Spectacle Island

Songs you know from the American songbook of the last century. Phone: 617.635.3911. Audience: Families, Visitors, Adults. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Spectacle Island Boston Harbor.

Go Fly a KITE Day-Family Fun

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Family Fun Day : Go Fly A Kite Sundays Spectacle Island 6/22/2008 - 8/31/2008 Sun Time: 1:30PM - 3:30PM Bring your own or make your own! Kids are invited to decorate their kite, and make it fly. Kite materials provided, one kite per child, while supplies last. With generous support from: Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Program Contact Information: Park Ranger boha_information@nps.gov 617-223-8666 Directions: Take park ferry to Spectacle Island. Website: www.bostonharborislands.org. Phone: 617.223.8666. Cost: FREE. Audience: Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: Downtown, North End. MBTA: Blue Line to Aquarium. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Park Event. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Boston Harbor-Spectacle Island Ferry from: 85 Atlantic Ave Boston, MA 02110-3711.

Soul Tuesdays

Public Event Regular concerts on Boston Harbor. Phone: 617.635.3911. Type of Event: Concerts / Live Music. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Boston Harbor Hotel Rowes Wharf.

Boston China Summer Events

Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Free outdoor fun 10 am - 12 pm Mondays: Get ready for the summer Olympics! Tuesdays: A different surprise every week! Wednesdays: Put on a Dragon Parade! Thursdays: Learn about ancient Chinese inventions that we still use today. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Monday, August 25, 2008. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.

Boston Open Studios Coalition Exhibition

Arts, Tourism & Special Events To help celebrate and promote "Open Studios" throughout the City of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events present The Boston Open Studio Coalition Exhibition at City Hall through August 29th. Includes work from: Allston Arts District, Artist Group of Charlestown, Dorchester Open Studios, East Boston Artists Groups, Fort Point Arts Community, Fenway Studios, Hyde Park Art Association, Jamaica Plain Artists, Mission Hill Open Studios, Roslindale Open Studios, Roxbury Open Studios, South Boston Open Studios, and United South End Artists. Note: City Hall is closed Sat. & Sunday. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: John Crowley. Cost: FREE. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34). Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: Orange Line to State St. or Green Line to Government Center. Type of Event: Arts (Visual). Monday, August 25, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Plz Boston, MA 02201-0001.

Walk Into History

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Interested in learning more about the rich history of America's Revolution? Come and join the Walk Into History tour brought to you by the Freedom Trail Foundation. Tour guides, who are dressed in traditional colonial garb, will take you to 11 of the 16 Freedom Trail sites. These ninety minute tours are available Monday through Friday 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 4:30 pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thefreedomtrail.org or on the day of the tour. Hope to see you there! Phone: 617-357-8300. Cost: $12 Adults; $10 Senior Citizens and Students; $6 Children 12 and under. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Teens (Ages 13-18), College Students, Families, Immigrants, Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Type of Event: Arts (Visual), Attractions & Museums, Historical, Tours / City Exploration. Monday, August 25, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. 148 Tremont Street Boston, MA. For more info visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.

Arts on the Arcade

Arts, Tourism & Special Events For the seventh year, Arts on the Arcade will provide summer entertainment at the community arcade from July 7th to August 27th, adjacent to Cambridge Street and City Hall Plaza on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11am - 3pm. For more information on this event select the link below. Phone: 617.635.3911. Contact: Arreen Andrew. Audience: Visitors, Adults. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: State Street-Orange Line or Government Center-Green line. Type of Event: Arts (Performing), Arts (Visual), Concerts / Live Music. Monday, August 25, 2008, 11:00 AM. Cambridge Street, Boston. For more info visit www.cityofboston.gov.

Farmers Market

Arts, Tourism & Special Events Massachusetts farmers' markets connect local consumers directly with fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, and other products grown or produced on local farms. In addition to providing a healthy shopping experience, markets provide a natural setting for special events and build community in the neighborhoods where they take place. Phone: 617.635.3911. Audience: Visitors, Adults, Young Adults (Ages 20-34), Elderly. Neighborhood: Downtown. MBTA: The Boston City Hall Farmers' Market is accessible by the Green and Blue Lines of the T, at the Government Center T stop. You can also take the Orange line inbound to the State Street stop and cross State Street to City Hall Plaza. City Hall will be the building right in front of you. This market is on the City Hall Plaza along Cambridge Street. Type of Event: Food & Dining. Monday, August 25, 2008, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. City Hall Plaza Boston, MA 02201. For more info visit www.massfarmersmarkets.org.

Boston China Summer Events

Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Free outdoor fun 10 am - 12 pm Mondays: Get ready for the summer Olympics! Tuesdays: A different surprise every week! Wednesdays: Put on a Dragon Parade! Thursdays: Learn about ancient Chinese inventions that we still use today. Phone: 617-426-6500. Cost: Included with museum admission. Audience: Children (Ages 0-5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families, Visitors. Neighborhood: South Boston. MBTA: South Station; Courthouse Station. Type of Event: Attractions & Museums. Tuesday, August 26, 2008. Boston Children's Museum 300 Congress St Boston, MA 02210-1021.