The Boston Pops perform at a previous Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. (photo credit: Boston Symphony Orchestra) Earlier this year, it wasn't certain whether the July 4th Spectacular would be held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A virtual version was held last year. But this year, there's a live event with activities on opposite … Continue reading An update on the Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular: It’s happening!
Image by MasterTux from Pixabay Grab something comfortable to sit on and take it to the front lawn of ArtSpace in Maynard today (June 26) at 4 p.m. to watch the Acme Improv Company's new show, "The Vaccination Presentation". It's their second outdoor show since COVID-19 closed the Acme Theater's doors more than a year … Continue reading Acme Improv Company hosts free outdoor performance in Maynard
The Olde Print & Book at the Museum of Printing in Haverhill, Massachusetts (photo by Cheryl Landes) Learn how artist, printer, and live history presenter Andy Volpe created a replica engraving of Paul Revere's Boston Massacre, which he accomplished for the 250th anniversary of the Boston Massacre in March 2021. "Creating A Replica of Paul … Continue reading Presentation about creating replica of Paul Revere engraving June 19 at Museum of Printing
Britt Nicole on stage at The Soulfest: Christian Music Festival in Gilford, New Hampshire (photo by Cheryl Landes) Three Christian music events will be held in New England this summer: two music festivals in New Hampshire and a music series in Massachusetts. 2021 Hampton Beach Christian Music Festival in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire The 2021 … Continue reading Summer 2021 Christian music events in New England
The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) is replacing 25,000 feet of track and 6.5 miles of signals on a portion of the D branch of the Green Line during 18 days in June. The work affects the D branch from Riverside to Beaconsfield and will be completed in two nine-day phases: Friday, June 12-Sunday, June … Continue reading MBTA closing part of the Green Line for work in June
Photo by Cheryl Landes Enjoy two classics this weekend: a suspenseful movie at a beautiful renovated theater in Beverly, Massachusetts. The Cabot Performing Arts Center is reopening after an extended closure due to COVID-19. Four screenings of Jaws are scheduled on Saturday, May 29, at 4 and 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 30, at 2 … Continue reading The Cabot reopens Memorial Day weekend with screenings of Jaws
Come to Bushnell Park in downtown Hartford, Connecticut on the third weekend of July to enjoy live music, food, arts, and culture at the 30th annual Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz. Here's the full concert schedule: Friday, July 167 p.m.—Zaccai Curtis9 p.m.—Dennis Edwards Temptation Revue Saturday, July 172:30 p.m.—The Amandala Reggae Band4:30 p.m.—Kevin Powell & … Continue reading 30th annual Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz July 16-18
Skyler Wheeler and I on the giant slide at the Haddam Neck Fair in East Haddam, Connecticut (photo by Tom Wheeler) Many fairs in Connecticut cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. This year, a fair number (no pun intended) are returning. A list of fairs that are moving ahead this year or postponing … Continue reading Which fairs will resume in Connecticut in 2021?
Fenway Park is best known for being one of the oldest and smallest baseball stadiums in the country. Dedicated fans from Boston and beyond come to watch their beloved Red Sox play in the summer. But there's another popular side of Fenway Park, the live music from top stars. In 2020, the shows were cancelled … Continue reading Live music returns to Fenway Park in July
The Swan Boats take folks on a leisurely trip on the lagoon in Boston's Public Garden. (photo courtesy iStock) After a year's break due to the coronavirus pandemic, the swan boats have returned to the Boston Public Garden. Last year was the only time the boats did not operate since the Paget family started the … Continue reading The swan boats return to the Boston Public Garden
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