Network Update ~ Dec 9, 2019 |
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formerly the home of Out of Town News, reopens with the Holiday Art Markets, presented by Culture House and Cambridge Arts. This market will feature local Cambridge artists selling a variety of fine art and crafts. Stop by to see the newly redesigned community space within the kiosk and meet your local artists at this Creative Marketplace event. More information here. will be lively with local artists, live music, and hot chocolate and treats during this Holiday Art Market, a collaboration between Harvard University and Cambridge Arts’ Creative Marketplace program. See the newly redesigned Smith Campus Center, and shop for unique fine art and crafts by local Cambridge artists. More information here. Harvard University Smith Campus Center |
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Massachusetts Book Awards Holiday Dozen |
Twelve Boston area writers, recently honored by Massachusetts Book Awards, will talk about their books, mix and mingle, and sign books for you or your favorite book lovers. Participating authors: Jabari Asim, Katie Bayerl, Julia Denos, Allegra Goodman, Richard Hoffman, Mira T. Lee, Jill Lepore, Cynthia Levinson, Fred Marchant, Stephen McCauley, Kevin McLellan, and Nancy Werlin. (Porter Square Books will be selling books at the event.) More information here. |
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The Hunt for the World's Oldest Bible |
Chanan Tigay, a fellow at the Radcliffe Institute, is working on a book about antiquities looting in the Middle East in the aftermath of the Arab Spring. Information here. |
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The Curious Person's Guide to Earth Repair Regenerating Soil and Water Landscapes |
Over the past year, the public has grown increasingly aware of the ways we have inadvertently harmed the biodiversity and ecosystems upon which life depends. The United Nations having declared 2021-2030 the Decade of Ecosystem Restoration presents the opportunity for a global focus on regenerating natural systems. Journalist/author Judith D. Schwartz has traveled widely to find people who are successfully restoring healthy soil and water ecosystems. She will talk with Nicola Williams about her books Cows Save the Planet and Water in Plain Sight, and a forthcoming book about the global ecosystem restoration movement. Use this link to register for this free public lecture. |
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The Beatles as Rock 'n' Roll Proto-Feminists |
In an original and engaging manner, "She Loves You" will examine the ways the Beatles were ahead of their time in exploring themes such as gender issues, feminism, and inclusion that will both resonate with and be relevant to a modern audience. Presented by Kenneth Womack, World-renowned Beatles historian, Dean at Monmouth University and Cevin Soling, Harvard Kennedy School, Starr Auditorium |
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Seasonal Walkabout at Black's Nook |
Come out for a seasonal walkabout with Ranger Jean at Black's Nook. We will monitor wildlife by sign, track or presence, and make note of weather, state of plants, condition of water and other abiotic resources. You can help chart the seasonal changes of some of our most active wildlife spots, or simply come to enjoy the walk. Come dressed to be outdoors for the hour. All knowledge levels welcome. We will be walking off-path. To RSVP, please contact Ranger Jean at (508) 562-7605 or email jrogers@cambridgeMA.gov. Heavy rain postpones to the following Friday. Information here. Meet at the Meeting Rocks, where the meadow meets the perimeter road trail. |
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Holiday House Tour at Longfellow House |
Learn how Victorians adopted the tradition of Christmas and how the Longfellow family celebrated through the generations. Crafts offered in the Carriage House, with refreshments and music next door at 115 Brattle Street, the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. Tours on the hour, first come-first served. Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site was once home to America’s most popular 19th century poet and scholar, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1837–1882, and served as the first headquarters for General George Washington in 1775–1776. |
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The wit and romance of Jane Austen’s classic 1813 novel comes to life in a fast-paced and engaging adaptation by by Jon Jory and performed by the Skylight Theater Collective. General admission is $16 (with fees, $17.79) Information is here. Masonic Lodge, 1950 Massachusetts Ave., Porter Square. |
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Google Docs for Beginners |
Google Docs is similar to Microsoft Word, and it’s free! Learn how to write, edit, and style a document; how to find your doc in Google Drive; and how to share your doc with others. Please have a Gmail account before coming to class. Information here. |
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Late Night Shopping Madness! |
Shop Local...and late! A number of Porter Square merchants will stay open late and there will be cookies, wine, and other treats! Merchants include: Abodean, Clothware, Nomad, Susanna, Joie de Vivre, and possibly others. (Clothware will close at 8 pm.) |
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MIT Women’s chorale performs Benjamin Britten. Their first concern under the baton of new music director Daniel Mahoney will feature a beloved choral standard, Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols, performed with harp. More information here. |
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Duke Ellington Sacred Concert Cambridge Community Chorus |
A festive musical event for music lovers of all ages! Cambridge Community Chorus and Music Director Pam Mindell present Duke Ellington’s Sacred Concert. Featuring Craig Ball and The White Heat Swing Orchestra, with guest appearance by Boston's dean of jazz radio, Eric Jackson, WGBH Soloists: Rochelle K. Ellis, soprano; Sybil Huggins, tap dancer Also on the program, Ariel Ramirez: Nuestra Navidad, a tuneful folk drama of the Nativity based on the rhythms and traditions of Hispanic America. Soloists: Jamie Hillman, tenor; Junhan Choi, baritone. Tickets $25 or $15 students and seniors; pay-as-you-are-able option at door. More information here. |
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