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Join us for the Springward Poetry Festival, a weekend of poetry-focused interactive programming for all ages. We aim to foster an environment where poets, appreciators of poetry, and those curious about the art form can celebrate National Poetry Month, learn about poetry, and connect with each other. Start with our ongoing monthly World Poetry Salon (free), …
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Get ready for a night where the music never stops and the crowd calls the shots. Dueling Pianos brings two performers, two pianos, and a full room of requests into a high-energy, sing-along showdown. From classic rock and throwbacks to today’s hits, nothing is off-limits — shout it out, sing it loud, and watch it …
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With fire in her hair and music in her bones, the redheaded fiddler leads while the cartage player drives the pulse of the night. Caeltish brings a bold, high-energy take on Celtic tradition — fast bows, driving rhythm, and the kind of sound that fills the room and pulls you in. It’s not just a … |
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to …
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Settle in for a night of smooth grooves and strong pours with Michael Giordano (Berklee), bringing a rich blend of jazz, funk, blues, and Americana to the stage. This is the kind of set that leans back just enough — soulful guitar, easy rhythm, and a sound that fills the room without rushing it. Whether … |
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Create beautiful stained glass works of art by shaping and assembling pre-cut glass petals and incorporating brass and copper elements. This class cover the basics of the Tiffany-style copper foil …
$130
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North Country Studio Workshops is hosting Open Studios in celebration of National Handmade Day and the artists and craftspeople who make us thrive. You are invited to visit one or more of their participating craftspeople on this day to learn more about NCSW, their artists and craftspeople, and upcoming 2027 workshops. Each Open Studio will provide a different …
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Shady Armadillo hits at 8PM — country anthems, rock sing-alongs, and absolutely zero chill. This is a full-throttle Saturday night set built for loud choruses, raised glasses, and a crowd that’s in it from the first song to the last. Expect familiar favorites, high energy, and the kind of night where the drinks keep flowing … |
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Tufts students compete for the Elizabeth Verveer Tishler Prize in Music Performance. |
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Four bands, one stage, and a night built for loud rooms and restless energy. Bugslam, Saliba, Modern Ego, and Superpink take over Deep Cuts for a stacked lineup of indie, alt, and experimental sounds pushing at the edges of genre. Expect a mix of driving guitars, shifting textures, and live sets that lean into both …
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CHAT invites you to join us on April 8 at noon to hear from dissertation fellow Jo Michael Rezes for an original presentation featuring current research. Jo Michael Rezes (they/them/theirs) is a theatremaker and educator in the Greater Boston Area. Their dissertation, “Tastes Like AIDS: Sweet Aesthetics, Bitter Humor, and Viral Performances of HIV/AIDS “ …
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Come to share your joys and struggles, or simply to watch and enjoy. Admission is free for both performances. At a True Story Theater performance, audience volunteers spontaneously offer stories from their personal experience; then actors and a musician respectfully dramatize what they have heard. Audience members often laugh and cry and leave with fresh …
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Spend your Wednesday night with PREWN, bringing their layered indie rock sound to the intimate stage at Deep Cuts. Known for emotionally rich songwriting, textured guitars, and a sound that drifts between dreamy and driving, PREWN creates a live set that pulls you in and holds you there. Expect a night that leans into atmosphere …
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Rehearsal as Research: “Japanese Tea Ceremony” in Practice and in Performance In contemporary Japanese Tea (chanoyu, chado, or “Japanese tea ceremony”), practitioners learn to distinguish between “practice” in the sense of rehearsal, as carried out in weekly recurring sessions with an instructor versus what is often called “real tea,” corresponding to the sense of performance, the … Rehearsal as Research: “Japanese Tea Ceremony” in Practice and in Performance Read More »
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Learn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In April, we'll feature a special New England edition of …
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Three bands, one night, and no intention of keeping things quiet. Stuck, Landowner, and Pew Pew bring a stacked lineup of angular indie rock, post-punk energy, and experimental edge to Deep Cuts. Expect sharp guitars, off-kilter rhythms, and sets that lean into tension, texture, and momentum. Each act pushes in a different direction, but the …
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to …
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Join the 220-voice Tufts Third Day Gospel Choir for its spring concert under the direction of David Coleman. This annual performance brings a powerful choral sound to campus and is part of Tufts’ Department of Music event lineup.
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The Broken Heels deliver high-octane rock, Top 40 hits, and Motown classics — turning the room into a full-on dance floor showdown. Big vocals, driving rhythms, and a setlist built for sing-alongs and nonstop movement, this is the kind of Friday night where the energy doesn’t dip and the crowd doesn’t sit still. |
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Join us for the Springward Poetry Festival, a weekend of poetry-focused interactive programming for all ages. We aim to foster an environment where poets, appreciators of poetry, and those curious about the art form can celebrate National Poetry Month, learn about poetry, and connect with each other. Start with our ongoing monthly World Poetry Salon (free), …
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Lydia Harrell is a vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose music blurs the lines between Jazz, Folk, Blues, and Soul. With warmth and authenticity, she invites listeners into a space where music inspires connection, reflection, and joy. Food and refreshments from the Medford Brewing Company are available for purchase. Register here!
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Get ready for a night of bold, hilarious, and unapologetically real comedy with Michelle Buteau, star of Netflix’s Survival of the Thickest and one of today’s most dynamic voices in stand-up. On her Surviving and Thriving Tour, Buteau brings her signature blend of sharp storytelling, fearless humor, and infectious energy to the stage. From relationships … Michelle Buteau: The Surviving and Thriving Tour Read More »
$45
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The Jam Down By Riverside is a direct descendent of the now defunct Blues Jam at the Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint, which was a descendant of the Johnny D’s blues jam. The jam is for building community and building skills. We welcome people of all ages, abilities, styles and instruments to join in the …
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Hear the Tufts Concert Choir and Chamber Singers perform their spring concert under the direction of Jamie Kirsch as part of Tufts’ Sunday Concert Series. This free campus performance is presented by the Department of Music.
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Ease into your Sunday with John DeBellis, a South Shore singer-songwriter bringing reggae-inspired covers and original tunes to the pub. Laid-back grooves, easy rhythms, and a set built for good company — this is the kind of afternoon where the music rolls steady, the pints stay cold, and the sing-alongs come naturally. |
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Legendary singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge brings her RISE tour to Medford for an unforgettable night of rock, soul, and storytelling. With a career spanning decades, Etheridge is known for her powerful vocals, raw lyricism, and iconic hits like Come to My Window and I’m the Only One. This tour celebrates her newest album Rise (2026), blending …
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Join artist Edward Rocha for an immersive Paint & Sip experience as we recreate a romantic rainy Parisian street scene! Escape to Paris for an evening! Join artist Edward Rocha for an immersive Paint & Sip experience as we recreate a romantic rainy Parisian street scene, brushstroke by brushstroke. This class is designed for all skill levels! What's included: …
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With fire in her hair and music in her bones, the redheaded fiddler leads while the cartage player drives the pulse of the night. Caeltish returns with fast bows, driving rhythm, and a sound built for a packed pub. It’s a session that pulls you in — lively, immersive, and impossible to leave early. |
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to …
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Join us for the opening reception of Defunded/Defunked!—an energetic and thought-provoking exhibition curated by and featuring artists from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University. This exhibition explores what it means to create, resist, and find joy within systems shaped by scarcity, excess, and shifting cultural values. Through humor, irreverence, and experimentation … “Defunded/Defunked!” Exhibition Opening Reception Read More »
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Settle into a meditative Sunday morning at Arts Collaborative Medford with Hendrik, who leads this sound bath using gong and singing bowls to create long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a restorative state. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to spiritually heal, and …
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Explore cyanotype beyond paper and into textiles in this hands-on workshop focused on printing on fabric! During this class, students will learn the cyanotype process through hands-on experiments starting on paper and small fabric samples, building an understanding of exposure, composition, and material differences. Then we’ll transition into larger and wearable fabrics, using textiles participants …
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Join the community on Patriot’s Day for the unveiling of a new statue honoring Sarah Bradlee Fulton, Medford’s own heroic patriot of the American Revolution. This special ceremony celebrates her legacy and contributions to American independence in the heart of the city she called home. This long-anticipated project was initiated and led by Laura Duggan … |
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Do you have a piece of wall or fence with some sun exposure? If so it could be used to grow herbs while being a work of art. Create a vertical garden from halves of teacups or coffee cups. These will be a manageable size, using just a few cup halves. Cup halves will be …
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Get ready for a night of high-energy, laugh-out-loud comedy with Jim Breuer, bringing his Find The Funny tour to the Chevalier Theatre. A longtime stand-up favorite and former Saturday Night Live cast member, Breuer is known for his wild physical comedy, spot-on impressions, and storytelling that finds humor in everyday life. With a career spanning …
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Catch Tufts University TDPS’s opening night performance of A Journal of the Plague Year, written by Shūji Terayama in collaboration with Rio Kishida, translated by Colleen Lanki and Keiko Tsuneda, and directed by August Kittleson as part of a senior thesis project in Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies. The evening includes a celebratory reception after …
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to … |
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Join us for a hands-on, immersive workshop where nature becomes your creative partner. Botanical Eco Printing is a sustainable and beautiful way to transfer the natural pigments of leaves, flowers, and other plant materials onto fabric or paper using heat, moisture and pressure. No two prints are ever the same- each piece is a unique …
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A one-day pop-up exhibition featuring artists from the Somerville Homeless Coalition! Free Entry | Cash-Only Sale | Food & Drinks Provided
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Don’t miss a legendary night of music as Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons bring The Last Encores tour to Medford. With a career spanning more than six decades, Valli’s unmistakable falsetto and timeless catalog have defined generations of pop and rock music, from chart-topping hits like Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and Walk Like … Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores Read More »
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Led By: Pam Shanley, artist and teacher, CACHE member Fee: $3 suggested donation per fish Arts Arlington and ACM invite you to paint a fish -- or two! -- for Go Fish, Arlington’s newest public art project. Learn about the remarkable recovery of river herring in the Mystic River while painting fish with colorful acrylic paint. In …
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Together as Dance Caliente, Raul and Eileen share a compelling magnetism as master teachers, choreographers, and performers. Their goal is to impart the joy of partner dancing onto their students. They welcome students of varying ages and experience. In the classroom, with two teachers they are able to separate group classes into sections according to … |
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Turn polymer clay into wearable art in this hands-on, creativity-packed class! In this polymer clay dangle earring workshop, you’ll design and create your own unique statement earrings from scratch—no experience needed. Learn essential techniques like color design, texturing, and precision cutting, then bring your pieces to life with curing and assembling your designs. Best of …
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Celebrate the beloved cult classic with Napoleon Dynamite Live!, a one-of-a-kind event that brings the film to life on stage. The evening begins with a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite, followed by an interactive Q&A and comedy experience featuring fan-favorite cast members Jon Heder (Napoleon), Efren Ramirez (Pedro), and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico). Blending storytelling, … Napoleon Dynamite Live! – Film Screening & Interactive Q&A Read More »
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