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18 May 2008, Sunday 2008 Yoga Journal Boston Conference Time: 8:00am Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel Prudential Center Place , Boston, MA Here it is, the big mama of yoga events. The 2008 Yoga Journal Boston Conference flows into town from May 16 to May 19th, with a pack of celebrity yogis in tow. As if your DVD collection came to life, join Ana Forrest, Rodney Yee, Aadil Palkhivala, Bo Forbes, Shiva Rea and so many more for a weekend of restoration and rejuvination. Participate in classes designed for the beginner to the advanced to the family, from Ashtanga to Iyengar. Yogi, Matthew Sanford and designer and activist, Donna Karan offer keynote addresses, and Amanda Palmer of the Dresden Dolls performs a concert to benefit yogaHOPE preceded by an asana demo by Ana Forrest. Cost: $20-$925 Visit www.yjevents.com for a complete listing of events and pricing information and register by March 20. The Stoughton Build Benefit Concert ft. Lori McKenna Country music star Lori McKenna will perform at Campanelli Stadium on May 18th in The Stoughton Build Benefit Concert. The concert is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. with gates opening at the stadium at 2 p.m. VIP packages will be available for the event. McKenna, whose latest album Unglamorous won Album of the Year at the 20th Annual Boston Music Awards, will play with special guest Mark Erelli beginning at 3 p.m. VIP tickets include a special reception at 1 p.m. at The Shaw’s Center adjacent to Campanelli Stadium. The private reception begins at 1 p.m. and features passed hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and a drawing with a chance to win an autographed guitar. VIP tickets are $75 and also include parking and reserved seating. General admission tickets are available for $25. “We are pleased to with Lori and Mark being a part of the Stoughton Build, and excited about the upcoming concert,” said Pat Galvin, Committee Chairperson for the Stoughton Build. A resident of Stoughton, MA, McKenna has agreed to perform the benefit concert to help raise funds for the local partnership committee to help build Stoughton’s first Habitat for Humanity home. Karen Struck and her sons, Ryan and Owen have been chosen as the first Stoughton family to purchase a Habitat Home. The average cost to build a Habitat Home is approximately $130,000. The money required to build the home is raised by a volunteer fundraising committee through events such as this concert. For more information or to purchase tickets for the concert, visit http://www.brocktonrox.com, or http://www.lorimckenna.com. Campanelli Stadium 1 Lexington Avenue Brockton, Massachusetts 02301 Figawi Nantucket Weekend Trip Join us for the 9th annual Nantucket outing before it sells out! The weekend package includes: Your lodging for three nights, a fantastic buffet breakfast every morning, indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub/jacuzzi, bar, tennis courts, gym, and much more. Questions call 781-444-7771 For more information and to reserve your spot http://www.bostoneventguide.com/events/Figawi08.htm 7th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Festival Aselton Park, Hyannis 508-775-1723 Highlights of the event, held on the Hyanis waterfront, include wooden boat displays in and out of the water, boat-building demonstrations, harbor cruises, crafters and artists, musical performers, kids' activities, walking tours, a raw bar and more. Mike Lowell Book Release Party Come celebrate the release of Mike Lowell's new book "Deep Drive" along with many of his teammates and friends! The Estate, 1 Boylston Place (the Alley), Boston Doors open to the public at 8pm Purchase tickets online at http://www.theestateboston.com or at the door $40 per ticket which includes a copy of "Deep Drive" or $100/ticket which includes a SIGNED copy of "Deep Drive". All proceeds benefiting the Mike Lowell Foundation More info at http://www.mikelowellfoundation.org Opening Weekend at the South End Open Market Location: 540 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA The SoWa Open Market offers a shopping experience like no other in Boston. With an ever-changing group of artisans, a hip location and the chance to feel the sun on you face while you browse, it's a trip worth making. The Market offers the opportunity to meet the artists, vendors and farmers behind the work, and is fast becoming part of the South End's well-known artist's community. Every week offers shoppers something different and unique - you won't want to miss it! The Market hosts a wide variety of vendors, whether you're looking for hand-crafted accessories, original art, antiques or just a fresh loaf of bread, you'll find painters, sculptors, photographers, clothing and jewelry designers, milliners, handbag designers, house wares, antique dealers, florists, bakers, local farmer's produce, and much more every week! Opening Weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 17th & 18th. Then every Sunday thereafter, excluding holiday weekends through October 26, 2008. http://www.southendopenmarket.com/index.htm Socializing for Justice On Boston Common Time: 2:00pm Location: Boston Common at Beacon and Charles Street You've been to the Common for demonstrations, rallies, festivals, but have you ever been just to socialize en mass? Join Socializing for Justice on Boston Common at Beacon and Charles St. on Sunday, May 18th, 2008 at 2PM to meet cool, like-minded people to enjoy spring with www.sojust.org