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Sunday 6/1/2008

AIDS Walk Boston
AIDS Walk Boston, a 10K (6.2 mile) Walk and 5K run, is on June 1st! By walking, running or volunteering, you’re joining a movement that’s taking steps to help raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, prevent the spread of the epidemic in our community, support over 25,000 individuals in Massachusetts that are living with HIV/AIDS, remember all those who have been lost to this terrible epidemic and raise fu...[more details]

The Cape Cod Antique Dealers' Association Spring Antiques Show and Sale
Heritage Museums & Gardens, Sandwich
10am-4pm
508-888-3300

Red Sox Event to Benefit New Hope
Help Us Strike Out Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault!

Join New Hope and Friends at the newly-renovated Fusion 5 Sports Bar to watch the Boston Red Sox take on the Baltimore Orioles!

Enjoy free appetizers! Chances to win Red Sox Tickets! And Exciting raffles, including:

*Manny Ramirez Autographed Batting Helmet and other Sports Memorabilia!

"Most Spirited/Best Dressed Red Sox Fan" Do...[more details]

Cape Cod Life Food & Wine Festival
Cape-wide
508-775-9800
Savor the best of the Cape with this showcase of the area's finest chefs and restaurants in a sampling of unique cultural venues. Grand Opening Tasting, Wine Dinners at over 30 restaurants, Cultural Happy Hours. Benefiting in part the arts on Cape Cod.

WBCN River Rave - Stone Temple Pilots, Everlast, Pennywise, Filter, and more!
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

New England Celebrates Israel @ 60
Location: Gann Academy, 333 Forest Street, Waltham, MA 02452
Bring Your Children to Israel for the Day on Sunday, June 1 - Join Friends and Families at New England’s Largest Festival Celebrating Israel During this Special 60th Anniversary Year

Combined Jewish Philanthropies presents New England’s largest festival celebrating Israel during this special 60th anniversary year. Children and teens will have the opportunity to experience of all that Israel has...[more details]


Monday 6/2/2008

Cape Cod Life Food & Wine Festival
Cape-wide
508-775-9800
Savor the best of the Cape with this showcase of the area's finest chefs and restaurants in a sampling of unique cultural venues. Grand Opening Tasting, Wine Dinners at over 30 restaurants, Cultural Happy Hours. Benefiting in part the arts on Cape Cod.


Tuesday 6/3/2008

NE Wild Flower Societ's Early Morning Photography
6:30-8:30am
Early morning photography brings photographers to Garden in the Woods when trails are empty and lighting perfect to capture spring wildflowers in bloom. Preregistration required at registrar@newenglandWILD.org
$10M/$12NM per session

Cape Cod Life Food & Wine Festival
Cape-wide
508-775-9800
Savor the best of the Cape with this showcase of the area's finest chefs and restaurants in a sampling of unique cultural venues. Grand Opening Tasting, Wine Dinners at over 30 restaurants, Cultural Happy Hours. Benefiting in part the arts on Cape Cod.

4th Annual Reach for the Stars Auction and Tribute
The Hattie B. Cooper Community Center is a non-profit organization that has been providing high-quality early education and care to undeserved children in our Infant and Toddler, Preschool, After School and Summer Day Camp programs for over 90 years to one of Boston's poorest neighborhoods. This year, we are pleased to celebrate our fourth annual Reach for the Stars Auction and Tribute. The event...[more details]

Feminism and Dessert
Time: 7:00pm Eastern Standard
Location: 7 Temple Street, Cambridge
Summer is almost upon us and before school is out for the summer, we invite you to take part in a juicy discussion complete with new ideas, and of course, yummy desserts.

Economic downturns are nothing new but in the midst of recession, do you ever wonder how the credit crisis affects women? Do you have opinions on the mortgage bust? Are you trying to grasp how the current economic instability...[more details]


Wednesday 6/4/2008

Breakfast for Champions Featuring Gloria Steinem
One of our most popular annual fundraising events, the Breakfast for Champions brings together women business leaders to hear lessons learned from a successful female leader who has made a significant impact within her industry. This year, we are pleased to host feminist icon, journalist, entrepreneur and women's rights advocate Gloria Steinem as our Keynote Speaker. The event will be moderated by...[more details]

Second Annual Dancing with the Stars of Boston
http://www.fieldscorner.org
6pm; $125
Local celebrities partner with professional dancers and perform for charity. Proceeds benefit Fields Corner Main Street.
UMass Boston Ballroom
100 Morrissey Blvd
Dorchester

Eric Clapton Live in Concert
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Cape Cod Life Food & Wine Festival
Cape-wide
508-775-9800
Savor the best of the Cape with this showcase of the area's finest chefs and restaurants in a sampling of unique cultural venues. Grand Opening Tasting, Wine Dinners at over 30 restaurants, Cultural Happy Hours. Benefiting in part the arts on Cape Cod.

Larry Izzo's Salute to our Troops
Join Larry Izzo and the New England Patriots for an evening of Karaoke to benefit our Troops and their Families!
7pm
The Roxy, 279 Tremont Street, Boston
Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased at http://www.ticketmaster.com

For more information: http://www.larryizzosalutetothetroops.com

Rock and Blues Cruise with The Radiators
Time: 8:00pm
Location: Boston Harbor Cruises, One Long Wharf, Boston, MA
It's all about a chaotically fun mix of blues, R&B, jazz, Zydeco, soul, swing and gospel, when New Orleans' longest-running rock 'n roll band, The Radiators, bring a killer, NOLA-style party to Beantown.

The Radiators, an extremely eclectic group of musicians, rely on a myriad of musical influences to create their own sound - "Fish Head Music". At a Radiators show it is not uncommon to hear blu...[more details]


Thursday 6/5/2008

Jumpstart
Kick off your weekend with cocktails and a silent auction to launch Jumpstart’s Read for the Record. Jumpstart’s Read for the Record is a national campaign designed to build awareness around America’s crisis in early childhood education and Jumpstart’s role in solving the crisis by breaking the world record for the greatest number of children reading the same book on the same day. Join Boston’s yo...[more details]

On the Medical Frontlines- Richard Knox
Please join Richard Knox, Health and Science Correspondent for National Public Radio, in conversation with four aid workers from Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF).

MSF-USA Executive Director Nicolas de Torrente, water-and-sanitation expert and staff recruiter Kathryn Dedieu, nurse Sally Najera, and physician Hansel Otero, will share their experiences of teaming up with lo...[more details]


Friday 6/6/2008

Fridays at the Museum of Science
Fridays
Start with a martini and an appetizer at the Science Street Café, and then follow that up with an Omni film and free stargazing at the Gilliland Observatory (weather permitting).

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
617-723-2500
http://www.mos.org

Harpoon Summer Session
Watch a lineup of some of Boston's most talented, up-and-coming bands outside and under tents at the brewery, while drinking from a wide selection of Harpoon and UFO beers on tap.
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
888-HAR-POON
$15
http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/

Stargazing at the Observatory
Fridays
Equipped with a computer-controlled, 12-inch Meade LX200 telescope and staffed by knowledgeable Museum employees, the Gilliland Observatory is the perfect way to end a Friday evening at the Museum. Tucked away on the roof of the Museum's parking garage, this is a wonderful resource for our starry-eyed public.

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
8:30-10:00pm
617-589-0267
http:/...[more details]

BPL Grand Summer Soiree!
Music by Ray Greene
* Cocktails, dinner, and dancing
6:30-9pm
$1500
* Dessert and dancing only
9pm-Midnight
$150
Boston Public Library
Copley Square
Black tie
RSVP: yp@bplf.com
(617) 247-8980
http://www.bplf.com

BPL Super Summer Soiree
Music by Ray Greene
• DINNER
6:30-8pm: Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and guided tours
8-9:30pm: Dinner, program, and entertainment
$1500
• APRES-DINNER SOIREE
9:30pm-Midnight: Dessert and dancing
$500
Boston Public Library, Copley Square
Black tie
RSVP: yp@bplf.com or (617) 247-8980
http://www.bplf.com


Tall Singles Mingle / Meet & Greet
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Location: Newton Marriott, Riverbend Lounge
Join the local Boston Tall Club at their monthly "First Friday" "meet and greet" sundowner event at the Newton Marriott, Riverbend Bar/Lounge. Enjoy conversing with those with whom you can see eye-to-eye literally and figuratively! All members of the public are welcome to attend. You don't have to be single to join the Club, but most of our active members are single.
http://www.hubtall.org


Saturday 6/7/2008

Konpa Cruise
The Second Annual Boston Konpa Cruise on board the luxurious Spirit of Boston. Join us as we proudly honor the spiritual tradition of West Indian and Haitian culture; featuring a dynamic pre-board networking event and fashion show amongst Boston's leading young professionals at the Seaport Bar and Grille. Starts at 9pm.

SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2008
Complimentary Hors D'oeuvres. Cash Bar.
Giveaways...[more details]

New England Wild Flower Society's Garden in the Woods - Gardeners Day
Location: 180 Hemenway Rd, Framingham, MA
Native plants for sale, expert garden advice, fascinating books, all to support environmental programs

On Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., celebrate native plants and the conservation mission of New England Wild Flower Society at Garden in the Woods, Framingham, MA. Gardeners Day offers hundreds of native plants, expert garden advice, fascinating books, and provides an excellent way to supp...[more details]

Benefit Canoe Race
8am Registration at Murphy's Mountain in Lawrence, 9:15AM Start
The 30th Annual Lou Marcel Canoe Race to benefit the Special Olympics MA.
Canoe and Kayak "racers" from all over the area participate in a 7 mile canoe meander down the beautiful Merrimack River from Lawrence to Haverhill. Participants will be treated to a fun filled post race reception and awards ceremony at the Crescent Yacht Clu...[more details]

Claremont Neighborhood Flea Market and Street Fair
Wellington Street & Columbus Ave, Boston
617.266.4735
http://www.cnaboston.org
Peruse your neighbors' trash and treasures while enjoying live jazz, food, a bake sale and a magician.

WKLB Country Music Festival - Tim McGraw, with special guest Jason Aldean
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Harpoon Summer Session
Watch a lineup of some of Boston's most talented, up-and-coming bands outside and under tents at the brewery, while drinking from a wide selection of Harpoon and UFO beers on tap.
4:00-10:00PM
888-HAR-POON
$15
http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/

Jenny Scheinman Concert
7:30pm
Melding diverse stylistic approaches with skill, artistry,and deep emotional commitment, this talented violinist/composer swings from jazz to classical to Americana with acrobatic grace. For information and tickets, visit http://www.mfa.org/calendar/event.asp?eventkey=33454&date=6/7/2008

8th Annual Night of 100 Wines
Mashpee Commons, Mashpee
508-477-0792

Sounds and Scenes Festival
Olmsted Park, 2 Brookline Place, Brookline
617.730.2700
http://www.brooklineadulted.org
10am
Set in the Emerald Necklace, this festival offers walks, concerts and children's activities.

Rock and Blues Cruise -Ryan Montbleau
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Boston Harbor Cruises, One Long Wharf, Boston, MA
With their hard-to-nail-down sound (a quirky mix of Americana, folk, blues, ragtime and '70s R&B and soul) and storytelling lyrics, it's no surprise the Ryan Montbleau Band averages about 200 shows a year.

WERS welcomes The Ryan Montbleau Band June 7 at 6pm for a special sunset cruise aboard the Frederick L. Nolan, Jr. Zach Deputy opens.

Will call tickets can be picked up at Boston Harbor Cr...[more details]


Sunday 6/8/2008

Sixth Annual Tufts Medical Center Harbor Walk & Run
Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Location: Carson Beach, South Boston
The Sixth Annual Harbor Walk & Run to benefit Tufts Medical Center and its Floating Hospital for Children will take place on Sunday June 8. This is the first year that a 5k Run has been added to the annual six mile walking tradition. The six-mile walk course will travel along the beach, wind its way around historic Fort Independence, out to Castle Island, and back along the beach to Carson Place....[more details]

21st Annual Bike-A-Thon & The Green Roots Festival
100 Boylston St, Jamaica Plain
617.522.0222
http://www.bikesnotbombs.org
9am
Bikes not Bombs hosts 15- , 25- and 62-mile rides and an environmental festival.

Baker Street Filmmaker's Showcase
Parris Lounge, 1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston
617.314.0575
http://www.bakerstreetusa.com/bsfs
5pm
This festival features short films, music videos and documentaries from New England and Europe.

Life without Limits First Annual Walk and Roll
Celebrate the spirit of 'Life without limits for people with disabilities' at United Cerebral Palsy of MetroBoston's first annual '5K Walk and Roll', Sunday, June 8th at Artesani Park, Cambridge. Registration opens at 9:00am with the walk beginning at 10:00am. This pet friendly walk will help raise money to support the programs and services to people with disabilities throughout the MetroBoston co...[more details]

W.A.R. (Walk And Run) Against Ovarian Cancer
5k Fundraiser Walk & Run
To Benefit Ovations For The Cure
Wellesley, MA
10 am Registration | 10:30 am Walk/Run begins

http://ovationsforthecure.org/up_events.php


NSTAR's Walk for Children's Hospital Boston
10am
The Hatch Shell, Boston
7- and 2-mile pledge walks
http://www.childrenshospital.org/walk

Boston Dragon Boat Festival
Time: 9:00pm
Location: Charles River on Memorial Drive Cambridge MA 02139
Spanning nearly 2300 years, the Dragon Boat Festival transforms old traditions into an exciting sporting and cultural event, right here on the Charles River. Arts and crafts demonstrations. Tasty Asian foods. Free admission. Join us for North America's longest running Dragon Boat Festival!
http://bostondragonboat.org/


Monday 6/9/2008

Jason Varitek Celebrity Putt Putt
What's great about this Celebrity Event: you can watch or participate! Play 18 fun and challenging putt-putt holes, or come out to watch your favorite Boston celebrities raise money for a good cause. Jason Varitek, his teammates and many other Boston celebrities come together for a game of putt-putt to raise money for Saints Medical Center and Celebrities for Charity at Jason Varitek Celebrity Put...[more details]

Children's Champion Award
Four Seasons Hotel, 200 Boylston St, Boston
617.266.7534
http://www.unicefusa.org/about/regional/new-england.html
6pm; $500
UNICEF honors David Ortiz for his work with children in the Dominican Republic at this dinner and VIP reception. Proceeds benefit UNICEF programs and the David Ortiz Children's Fund.

5th Annual Legends of the Ball
6:30pm-11:30pm
The Roxy, 279 Tremont Street, Boston
$150; 21+
Emcee: Glenn Ordway
Featuring: Ultrasonic Rock Orchestra
Good sports award recipients:
*Kevin Youkilis
*Myron Stovell
*National Recreation Foundation
http://www.goodsports.org


Tuesday 6/10/2008

Acupuncture Together presents free acupuncture event!
Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm
Location: 2464 Mass Av
Curious about acupuncture but not quite ready to commit the $$$ to have someone prick you with needles? Problem solved. Score some free acupuncture at this day-long grand opening.

Acupuncture Together of Cambridge is having its Grand Opening event with FREE ACUPUNCTURE together with others in the community treatment room!
No appointments necessary

http://www.acupuncturetogether.com
COST...[more details]

Paws for a Cause
McCormick & Schmick's, 34 Columbus Ave, Boston
617.482.3999
http://www.justatouchrescue.com
6pm; $25
Karen Blake of Oldies 103.3 hosts this cocktail reception with an oyster bar and wine samples. Proceeds benefit Just a Touch Rescue.

Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
Location: City Hall Plaza, Boston
The Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl is the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. The event serves up ice cream from 11 of the nation's leading ice cream companies while raising money for the Jimmy Fund, which supports cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

This year marks the 26th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl. Plan now to attend on June 10, 11, or 12, or purchas...[more details]


Wednesday 6/11/2008

Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
Location: City Hall Plaza, Boston
The Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl is the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. The event serves up ice cream from 11 of the nation's leading ice cream companies while raising money for the Jimmy Fund, which supports cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

This year marks the 26th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl. Plan now to attend on June 10, 11, or 12, or purchas...[more details]

Robert F, Kennedy Children's Action Corps 26th Annual Embracing the Legacy Event
Time: 6:00pm
Location: JFK Presidential Library, Columbia Point, Boston, MA
— Kathleen Kennedy Townsend will speak about her father’s legacy – most notably his belief that society has a responsibility to all of its members and that lasting contributions are first made by improving the lives of children and their families – at the annual event of the organization that was created in his honor, the Robert F. Kennedy Children’s Action Corps. To be held on Wednesday, June 11,...[more details]

A Fundraising Gala ~ Boston Landmarks Orchestra Celebrates 8 Years of Free Concerts with Gala
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Taj Boston, 15 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116
Presented by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra and Charles Ansbacher, conductor and founder.

A fundraising gala; honoring Clara Wainwright, artist and founder of First Night, Boston. The orchestra will preview its newest piece for young audiences, John Adams: The Voice Heard ‘Round the World.

The evening includes a reception and silent auction at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. and a live auct...[more details]


Thursday 6/12/2008

Cape Cod Baseball League Opening Day
508-432-6909

Beat L.A. Bash
Join MANTRA, Jamn 94.5, the official Celtics Public Address Announcer Eddia Palladino, and other special guests for an exclusive viewing party to watch the League's most celebrated and infamous rivalries.

Watch the game on MANTRA's five video projection screens, sip "The Big Three" green martini, enjoy MANTRA's passed hors d'oeuvres, and get a chance to win raffled off 2008 memorabilia to ben...[more details]

Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
Location: City Hall Plaza, Boston
The Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl is the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. The event serves up ice cream from 11 of the nation's leading ice cream companies while raising money for the Jimmy Fund, which supports cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

This year marks the 26th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl. Plan now to attend on June 10, 11, or 12, or purchas...[more details]

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]

Helping Handbagz.com at "Girls Night Out"
Location: 101 Arch St,,Bosto


Do good and look great! Authentic designer sunglasses and handbags, discounted at least 50% off original suggested retail, are to be showcased at Vinalia's next "Girls Night Out" shopping event. Come try on a pair of 2008 Gucci sunglasses... Sponsored by Helping Handbagz.com, all profit goes to "The Women's Lunch Place", Newbury Street's own day shelter for women - "dignity is everything".
h...[more details]


Friday 6/13/2008

AACA Annual Gala 2008
The Gala will feature a sumptuous international tapas, with the participation of over thirty ethnic restaurants. There will be exciting ethnic performances throughout the night celebrating the multitude of cultures representing the diversity of AACA today.
Time: 6PM - 11PM
Cyclorama Center. 539 Tremont Street, Boston, MA. Information: (617)426-9492 x211 Contact: Liem Tran http://aaca-boston.org...[more details]

Fridays at the Museum of Science
Fridays
Start with a martini and an appetizer at the Science Street Café, and then follow that up with an Omni film and free stargazing at the Gilliland Observatory (weather permitting).

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
617-723-2500
http://www.mos.org

The 9th Annual Mulligan Tournament
Over the last eight years, with your help, Neighborhood Housing Services has raised over $230,000 to help create affordable homes for working people. In the Housing First Programs, people rent a safe and affordable apartment in local neighborhoods. Job training, education and financial counseling are provided. This year, NHS has joined again with Father Bills & MainSpring to raise funds for people...[more details]

REM Concert
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Stargazing at the Observatory
Fridays
Equipped with a computer-controlled, 12-inch Meade LX200 telescope and staffed by knowledgeable Museum employees, the Gilliland Observatory is the perfect way to end a Friday evening at the Museum. Tucked away on the roof of the Museum's parking garage, this is a wonderful resource for our starry-eyed public.

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
8:30-10:00pm
617-589-0267
http:/...[more details]

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]


Saturday 6/14/2008

Nami Spa - Father's Day Specials!
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm EST
Location: Boston, MA

Father's Day Specials

Receive 10% off any of
the following services.

Gent's Hand and Foot Therapy
when booked together.
__________________________________

Any Men's Hair Cut
with the purchase of a
regular size styling product.
__________________________________

Men's 4VOO Facial

__________________________________

Any Deep Tissue
or
Sports Massage

____________...[more details]

Cape Cod Life Boat & Recreation Expo
Hyannis Harbor
10am-3pm
508-775-9800

Strawberry Festival
Summer begins in Topsfield, MA with the Topsfield Historical Society’s Strawberry Festival. Bowls and bowls of fresh strawberries, whipped cream and piles of shortcakes are prepared and served by our volunteer members. There’s live music to tap your toes to and plenty of games for the kids, sponsored by the Masconomet Soccer Team. And, of course, strawberry shortcake!
10am-4pm

Topsfield Commo...[more details]

Take Steps for Crohn's and Colitis
Boston Common, Boston
781-449-0324
http://www.cctakessteps.org
4pm
Donations Encouraged
Walk along the Freedom Trail in this family-friendly event. Proceeds benefit the New England Chapter of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers on Tour!
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]

The Museum Council of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) hosts the fifth annual SUMMER PARTY
Time: 8:00pm EST
Location: Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
On Saturday, June 14, the Museum Council of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston (MFA)––a vibrant group of young professionals—hosts the fifth annual SUMMER PARTY, a dazzling evening at the MFA featuring luscious cocktails, hearty hors d’oeuvres, dessert, music by popular D.J. Deja, dancing, and a silent auction including works by local artists. The spirit of this year’s event will be a Latin American...[more details]


Sunday 6/15/2008

Father's Day Auto Show
Main Street, Hyannis
508-775-2201

Cape Cod Life Boat & Recreation Expo
Hyannis Harbor
10am-3pm
508-775-9800

RUSH - Snakes & Arrows Tour
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Kick-Off Event for the 2008 Walk Now for Autism
Location: Cafe' Escadrille - Burlington, MA
Join us at Cafe' Escadrille in Burlington, MA on August 7th from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Get all of the latest information, training, tools and valuable information about the 2008 Walk Now for Autism. Hear inspirational and informative special guest speakers. This is a free event to anyone interested in walking, forming a team, etc.

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]


Monday 6/16/2008

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]


Tuesday 6/17/2008

Michael Holley Book Signing
Michael Holley will be at the Brookline Booksmith promoting his latest book "Red Sox Rule" detailing Terry Francona and Boston's rise to dominance. Michael will be signing autographs and probably answering more questions about Spy-Gate than he cares to.

7pm
Brookline Booksmith
279 Harvard St., Coolidge Corner Brookline
http://brooklinebooksmith.com/Events/MainEvent.html

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]


Wednesday 6/18/2008

10th Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
508-487-3456

JOSE GONZALEZ WITH TWI THE HUMBLE FEATHER
To open this year's Concerts in the Courtyard series,
Jose Gonzalez performs introspective songs blending
intricate guitar playing with poetic, provocative lyrics.
For information and tickets, visit
http://www.mfa.org/calendar/event.asp?eventkey=34048&date=6/18/2008
7:30pm
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Avenue of the Arts
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]


Thursday 6/19/2008

A Premiere Cause
Steve Carell hosts special screening of “Get Smart” on June 19

On June 19, A Premiere Cause will host a special screening of “Get Smart” to benefit The Zachary Carson Brain Tumor Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The movie’s star, Steve Carell, will attend a special pre-screening cocktail reception, will introduce the film and will then hold a Q&A at the event, which will be held at the Cit...[more details]

Boston Pops EdgeFest 2008
Boston Pops EdgeFest 2008 – Amanda Palmer
Time: 8:00PM
Location: Symphony Hall, 301 Mass Ave, Boston, MA 02115.
In this special presentation by Amanda Palmer, classic orchestra and punk cabaret collide to take her goth performance art to a new level. While some have called it theatrical rock, punk cabaret, manic-musical, neo-glam-torch,… eventually even the most clever and creative describers s...[more details]

10th Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
508-487-3456

Realizing the Dream Fundraiser
Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation has had a 29 year history of economic and housing development, our own in-house small business and home owner loan fund, and a 18 year history of community organizing. We have built or renovated 704 units of rental housing, 63 cooperative ownership units, and 149 home ownership units. We have broadened our programs to include resident technology trai...[more details]

Fifth Annual Summer in the City
Artists for Humanity, The EpiCenter, 100 West Second St., South Boston
617-994-4700
http://www.bgcbg.org
6pm; $95
This clubhouse-themed event features food, games, raffles and a martini bar. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Boston.

Summer Solstice Soiree
Summer Solstice Soiree

A wine tasting to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute!

Celebrate the official start of summer with great weather,

wine, beer, appetizers, raffles (including Red Sox tickets!), mingling and more…All to help a Great Cause!

5:30 –8:30

Red Sky, Faneuil Hall, 16 North Street

Hosted by: Lynn Stevenson, Kristin Thompson &

Kathy Pacia

$20 donation apprec...[more details]

J.McLaughlin Hosts The ALLY Foundation
Time: 4:00pm EMT
Location: J.McLaughlin, 34 Charles Street, Boston
J.McLaughlin is donating 15% of all sales to The ALLY Foundation. ALLY prevents opportunities for sexual offenses by creating a national infrastructure that will give states the tools and resources for effective sex offender management. You can pick up a gift just in time for Father's Day or something new for summer while supporting an important cause.
J.McLaughlin
34 Charles Street, Boston ...[more details]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston 5th Annual Friend Event
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Eastern
Location: EpiCenter at Artists for Humanity, 100 West 2nd Street, South Boston, MA
Come rediscover the kid in you at the 5th Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston Friends Event! As a friend of Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, you will be treated to a fun evening of cocktails, light fare, music and dancing. We can't promise a slip-and-slide, but we are sure you will recognize a few of your favorite childhood activities. Casual dress and flip flops are encouraged! Ages 21 and up only. ...[more details]

Pitching InPitching In ~ Support Community Revitalization & Strike Out Cancer
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Game, On, 82 Lansdowne Street, Boston
Guests at Pitching In will be treated to a night with great friends, amazing food, and numerous raffles and a live auction. Entertainment will be provided by Boston Party Professionals and comedian Artie Januario. Tickets to Pitching In can be purchased for $30 by calling West Roxbury Main Streets at 617.325.6400. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door.

Proceeds, which are tax de...[more details]

Soiree Karaoke at the French Library!
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm Eastern Standard
Location: The French Library Alliance Francaise of Boston
An evening of French karaoke guaranteed to bring out the Edith Piaf and Claude François in everyone!

Join your fellow Francophones and Francophiles for an unforgettable evening of French song. Perform classics by your favorites including Gainsbourg, Piaf, and Hallyday, or just come and take in the show while enjoying some wine and cheese.

This event is presented in French.

$10 for member...[more details]


Friday 6/20/2008

American Craft Beer Fest
The East Coast's largest and most diverse celebration of American craft beer!
Featuring: 75 American brewers, 300 craft beers, guest speakers, and more!

Ticket Info

Advance tickets are $40 each, per session, and can be purchased online from Ticket Alternative or by calling them at (877) 725-8849; service fees apply. Ticket price includes:
* Entry into one session; 21+ w/ valid ID
...[more details]

Arts Alive Festival '08
Main Street, Falmouth
508-548-2892

Boston Pops EdgeFest 2008
Boston Pops EdgeFest 2008 – Amanda Palmer
Time: 8:00PM
Location: Symphony Hall, 301 Mass Ave, Boston, MA 02115.
In this special presentation by Amanda Palmer, classic orchestra and punk cabaret collide to take her goth performance art to a new level. While some have called it theatrical rock, punk cabaret, manic-musical, neo-glam-torch,… eventually even the most clever and creative describers s...[more details]

Can't Stop the Serenity 2008
The New England Browncoats will be presenting "Serenity", written by and starring Joss Whedon (of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame) to benefit Equality Now, an international rights organization that fights to end violence against women and girls. You can also bring non-perishable food items to the screening to benefit the Greater Boston Food Bank and be entered to win great prizes.


Coolidge Corn...[more details]

Fridays at the Museum of Science
Fridays
Start with a martini and an appetizer at the Science Street Café, and then follow that up with an Omni film and free stargazing at the Gilliland Observatory (weather permitting).

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
617-723-2500
http://www.mos.org

10th Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
508-487-3456

Iron Maiden with special guest Lauren Harris
Location: Tweeter Center
Check out this great concert at the Tweeter Center!

http://www.livenation.com

OR

http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Stargazing at the Observatory
Fridays
Equipped with a computer-controlled, 12-inch Meade LX200 telescope and staffed by knowledgeable Museum employees, the Gilliland Observatory is the perfect way to end a Friday evening at the Museum. Tucked away on the roof of the Museum's parking garage, this is a wonderful resource for our starry-eyed public.

Museum of Science
Science Park
Boston
8:30-10:00pm
617-589-0267
http:/...[more details]

Rock and Blues Cruise -Ryan Montbleau
Time: 10:00pm
Location: Boston Harbor Cruises, One Long Wharf, Boston, MA
With their hard-to-nail-down sound (a quirky mix of Americana, folk, blues, ragtime and '70s R&B and soul) and storytelling lyrics, it's no surprise the Ryan Montbleau Band averages about 200 shows a year.

WERS weclomes The Ryan Montbleau Band June 7 at 10pm for a moonlight cruise aboard the Frederick L. Nolan, Jr at Boston Harbor Cruises out of Long Wharf in Boston. Zach Deputy opens

Will...[more details]


Saturday 6/21/2008

Sixteenth Annual Metro Boston Against the Tide
Hopkinton State Park, 268 Cedar St, Hopkinton
800.649.6222
http://www.againstthetidembcc.org
7:30am; $150 minimum contribution
Athletes of all skill levels swim, kayak, walk or do all three. Proceeds benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition.

American Craft Beer Fest
The East Coast's largest and most diverse celebration of American craft beer!
Featuring: 75 American brewers, 300 craft beers, guest speakers, and more!

Ticket Info

Advance tickets are $40 each, per session, and can be purchased online from Ticket Alternative or by calling them at (877) 725-8849; service fees apply. Ticket price includes:
* Entry into one session; 21+ w/ valid ID
...[more details]

Arts Alive Festival '08
Main Street, Falmouth
508-548-2892

Breakdancing Competition
Artists for Humanity, 100 West Second St, Boston
617.268.7620
http://www.newbwearnbw.com
12pm; $10
Registration Required. Breakdance for cash prizes, or just sit back and watch the competition.

Can't Stop the Serenity 2008
The New England Browncoats will be presenting "Serenity", written by and starring Joss Whedon (of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame) to benefit Equality Now, an international rights organization that fights to end violence against women and girls. You can also bring non-perishable food items to the screening to benefit the Greater Boston Food Bank and be entered to win great prizes.


Coolidge Corn...[more details]

10th Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
508-487-3456

Annual Patuxet Strawberry Thanksgiving
Plimoth Plantation
508-746-1622 x8366

2nd Annual Ultimate Fitness Challenge & 5K Charity
Teamworks Hosts 2nd Annual Ultimate Fitness Challenge & 5K Charity
Run to Benefit Franciscan Hospital for Children and LiftStrong

Proceeds from the events will benefit the Franciscan Hospital for
Children
and LiftStrong (The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society)


WHAT: Teamworks will host the 2nd annual Ultimate Fitness
Challenege & 5K Charity Run. T...[more details]

yogaHOPE Benefit
Local yoga gurus Taylor Wells and Ming Tsai (of Blue Ginger) welcome you to join them for a yoga class to benefit yogaHOPE. All proceeds from the class will go to the local non-profit dedicated to bringing the practice of yoga to women in substance abuse recovery, victims of domestic violence, and homeless women. It's a great cause and a great way to get in shape!

http://www.yogahope.org or cal...[more details]


Sunday 6/22/2008

Aromatherapy: Meditation,Fragrance & Consciousness
David Crow, L.Ac., started Floracopeia Aromatic Treasures to address issues of poverty, environmental destruction and the loss of ethno botanical knowledge. Meet this renowned healer in an intimate setting this June in Melrose! David's classes are highly informational, dynamic and always bring together a great group of people. If you are interested in learning more about fragrances, ethno botanica...[more details]

Arts Alive Festival '08
Main Street, Falmouth
508-548-2892

Breakdancing Competition
Artists for Humanity, 100 West Second St, Boston
617.268.7620
http://www.newbwearnbw.com
12pm; $10
Registration Required. Breakdance for cash prizes, or just sit back and watch the competition.

10th Annual Provincetown International Film Festival
508-487-3456

The 14th Annual Positive Spin for ALS
Longfellow Club, Wayland MA

*Four rides for varied levels of experience and skill, as well as a children's ride.
*Barbecue lunch, children's activities, raffle, music and more!
*All proceeds benefit the fight against ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

Register online at http://www.positivespinforals.org

Stevie Wonder Concert
Tweeter Center for the Performing Arts
885 South Main Street
Mansfield, MA 02048
Doors: 7:00 pm | Show: 8:00 pm
http://www.livenation.com/event/getEvent/eventId/327080?c=dm-474333&p=1296018



Monday 6/23/2008

Ninth Annual Doug Flutie Jr. Celebrity Golf Classic Pre-Tournament Party
Hyatt Regency, 1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston
866.328.8476
http://www.flutiefoundation.org
6pm; $150
Doug Flutie hosts this fundraiser featuring local celebrities, auctions and a performance by the Flutie Brothers Band. Proceeds benefit the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.


Tuesday 6/24/2008

Dave Matthews Band
Location: Tweeter Center
Tweeter Center for the Performing Arts
885 South Main Street
Mansfield, MA 02048
http://www.livenation.com/summerconcerts

Ninth Annual Doug Flutie Jr. Celebrity Golf Classic
Pinehills Golf Club, 54 Clubhouse Drive, Plymouth
866.328.8476
http://www.flutiefoundation.org
6pm; $150
A day of golf is followed by dinner, drinks, auctions and an awards presentation. Proceeds benefit the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Austim.

Get Konnected
Get Konnected, a networking event designed to help foster greater communication, connection, collaboration and cooperation among and between Boston's vibrant multicultural professionals and business executives of all cultures. Get Konnected events are the last Tuesday of every month. The June 24th event will be held at 28 Degrees in the South End and Get Konnected is welcoming global music sensati...[more details]