Events INSIDER: April 22-30, 2013

Harvard Arts First Festival

ARTS FIRST is back this year with more than 200 events. Prepare to witness espectacular music, dance, theatre and visual performances that will be presented at indoor and outdoor venues. Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/25–Sun 4/28.more

Boston Area Puzzle Hunt League

Puzzle hunts require some serious data crunching power. Join your smartest friends and try to beat everyone else at the one created by BAPHL. 11am. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Lexington Open Studios

Dress your home with unique masterpieces created by more than 70 different artists living in Lexington. Visit the places artits draw inspiration from, which could be their own houses. Isn’t it cool? Lexington, MA, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Brookline Open Studios

Getting a piece of art directly from the artist creates a special link between both parties. This is a great chance to meet artist’ studios and homes, which happens just once a year. Brookline, MA, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Boston Sailing Center – Open House

The Boston Sailing Center is having a Free Sailing Open House. Pst pst, I heard they’re actually letting people sail the boats! 1pm. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Quidditch Champions Series

So it seems that muggles found a way to play Quidditch. This tournament will confront US top 10 teams. One, and just one will be crowned the king of this magical sport. 3pm. Cambridge, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Muddy River Dulcimer Festival

This musical festival features an instrument petting zoo, 3 fol concerts and several music workshops for kinds and adults. What else can you ask for? Brookline, MA, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

Barney Frank at the Ford Hall Forum

Former Congressman Barney Frank has been always outspoken, and he has always strived to defend people who needed him the most. For this, he will be honored with the First Amendment Award. 6:30pm. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Nerdnite Boston Nerdtacular

Doesn’t seem like it, but nerd talks are actually fun and entertaining. This time, Nerd Night will treat interesting topics such as intellectual property rights and sex education. Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Gore Place Sheepshearing Festival

Sheepshearing and herding dog demos are just 2 of the amazing things you will find at the Sheepshearing festival. Food vendors and a cratfs fair complete the circle for a perfect day. 10-5pm. Waltham, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Harvard University Native American Pow Wow

My favorite thing about Powwows is the dancing competition. What’s yours? Cambridge, MA, Sat 4/27.more

National Day of Puppetry

Gov Patrick has declared that April 27th is Massachusetts Day of Puppetry. Come enjoy a great story told by puppets. Reading, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Musketaquid Earth Day River Ceremony, Parade and Festival

It seems that dancing, puppetry and parades get along well. This festival has it all. Enjoy different creative activities for children and grown-ups. 10 am. Concord, MA, Sat 4/27.more

BONE Metal Detection Fest

What would you do if I told you there’s $3,000+ in old coins buried and waiting for you at BONE Metal Detection Fest? There’s more goodies but you’ll have to be there to find out about them! 10am. Marlborough, NH, Sun 4/28.more

Capture the Lyrid Meteor Shower with Your Camera!

Get your camera ready, because the Lyrid Meteor Shower is about to show up for a shooting session. Experts will help you with image post processing. Snacks and beverages will be availble too! Westford, MA, Mon 4/22.more

Sense of Wonder Walk: The Squishiness of Things

I never knew that slime is actually useful. Come make your own at the Sense of Wonder Walk: The Squishiness of Things. This walk will put you in contact with amazing creatures such as slimy slugs and salamanders. 1pm. Topsfield, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Steam and Cinders Weekend

Live-Action Role-Playing becomes much more interesting when combined with Steampunk stuff. Put on your victorian sci ficostume and join the fun! Ashby, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Murder at the Museum: A Diamond in the Rough

If you ever pictured yourself in the middle of an Agatha Christie’s mystery, you can now stop imagining it. So you can actually experience it! In a museum! It can’t get any better than that! 5:30pm. Newport, RI, Sat 4/6–Sat 4/27.more

A to Z’s Brodway at the Blackstone

Remember the old saying ‘If you don’t go to Broadway, Broadway comes to you’? Well, A to Z Theatrical Productions will be performing famous songs suchs as ‘The Music Man’ and ‘Man of La Mancha’ 8pm. Cumberland, RI, Fri 4/26.more

Confederate Memorial Day

eenactments and encampments allow you to go back in time without having a time machine, whichi is pretty cool. This one is presented by 12th Georgia Infantry and celebrates Confederate Memorial Day. Lincoln, RI, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Spring Fair at Gilbert Stuart Birthplace / Fish on the Run

Watching fish move like crazy up the fishladder is always fun. If you’re looking for something different, join the rug hooking and weaving activities. Saunderstown, RI, Sun 4/28–Mon 4/29.more

The Great Scituate Scavenger Hunt

Join this challenging scavenger hunt, and if your team wins the organization you played for will receive 100% of the event’s proceedings. How cool is that? 12 pm. Scituate, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Swordsmanship Conference at UMass

If you like shiny, pointy, long and sharp objects, you cannot miss this conference about European swords. Just make sure you keep yours at home. 2013:. Amherst, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Supercuts Soccerfest

My favorite position for playing soccer is left side bench. But that’s a good thing because the Gatorade is always next to me. Supercuts SoccerFest will make you have a great time. 8am. Amherst, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Family Board Game Day

Bring your favorite board game, or choose one of the games available at this event. The more, the merrier, so bring your family with you. 2pm. Northampton, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Celtic Warrior Arms and Armor Show

There are many myths about the Celts. Come find out which ones are true and which are not through an interactive presentation organized by Higgins Armory Museum. 2pm. Worcester, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Boston New Technology Meetup

This is an awesome free event! Science geniuses have 8 innovative new technologies! 6pm. Boston, MA, Tue 4/23.more

Find 17 New England Regions on Twitter

Hey! I’ve split my Twitter feed into 17 regions so that you can REALLY get just the events close to home, or pick what you like. Please check it out and add me to a ‘Twitter list’ too (google it). All Over, , Tue 1/1–Tue 12/31.more

Get the 2013 New England Guide

Mention my website to friends and get my 2013 New England Guide, with 1,200 off-beat destinations including dinosaur footprints, zoos, ziplines, where to go stargazing, and where to find an indoor water park in December! All Over, , Tue 1/1–Tue 12/31.more

Decal Day and Hardy Pond Cleanup

How does nature thank people that help cleaning public spaces and natural habitats? Sometimes SHE sends pizza and sandwiches for awesome volunteers like you. Join Waltham Land Trust on a mission to clean the shoreline of Hardy Pond. 10am. Waltham, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Science & Conservation Day

Zoos are helping animals all over the world through the research they do locally. Want to know more? Come visit Frankling Park Zoo for an entertaining day full of info. 10am. Dorchester, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Artists For Humanity’s ‘Greatest Party on Earth’

Artists for Humanity supports after school jobs that encourage teens to keep creating art. Enjoy fine cuisine and appreciate the apprentices art, which will be for sale. Plus, the The Nephrok! Allstars band and Boston Circul Guild will be there! Boston, MA, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Values in Action Earth Day

To celebrate Earth Day, the Humanist Community at Harvard has prepared a day full of activities for all the family. Environmental labs, a film screening and community service round up a day that promises to be fun and entertaining. 10am. Cambridge, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Suffolk University Earth Day Luncheon

Professors from Suffolk University will be discussing topics related to the creation of a clean energy economy. 12:30pm. Boston, MA, Mon 4/22.more

Statewide Volunteer Day

Mother Nature does not speak much, so we rarely hear her ask for help. Why don’t we give nature a hand by attending to Statewide Volunteer Day? 9am. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Ken Kalfus reads from Equilateral

Ever dreamed of spending New Year’s Eve 1899 in Egypt? Sounds exciting, doesn’t it? Come speak to the man who thought about a similar story! 2013:7pm. Cambridge, MA, Mon 4/22.more

The Future of Food

Until now, nature has been able to provide us all with what we need. It is time to give something back, specially when we’re about to reach 9 bill people. Experts will discuss about the greatest conservation challeneges of our time. 5:30 pm. Boston, MA, Mon 4/22.more

My Beloved Brontosaurus: On the Road with Old Bones, New Science, and Our Favorite Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs are extint but they’re still teaching us about how life was like millions of years ago. Brian Switek presents his new book, which reveals new discoveries about the old giants. 7pm. Cambridge, MA, Tue 4/23.more

Fresh Pond Wake Up and Weed

Fresh Pond is more than a nine-hole golf course. It is also the place where walkers, runners and cyclists go get some fresh air, and most important: It is the home to many plants and animals. Come help maintain a balanced and diverse habitat for all of them. 2013:10am. Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Lee Smolin discusses Time Reborn: From the Crisis in Physics to the Future of the Universe

Is time real or is it just an illusion? Lee Smolin, a renowned theoretical physicist, will discuss this at the presentation of his new book called Time Reborn: From the Crisis in Physics to the Future of the Universe. Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Bernstein Festival of the Creative Arts

Every year, Brandeis University becomes one of the best places to meet the work of American artists. Be part of the great creativity and community spirit that is part of this great festival. Waltham, MA, Thu 4/25–Sun 4/28.more

Boston Cyberarts Gallery Presents: Poetic Codings

Interactive iPad artworks sound like lots of fun. Art you can touch and play with? Yes please! Jamaica Plain, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 6/2.more

Reverberations: Anna Von Mertens

Anna Von Mertens will be presenting her collection of quilts. Enjoy her work while listening to live improvisational music. 7pm. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Evgeny Morozov discusses To Save Everything, Click Here: The Folly of Technological Solutionism

Evgeny Morozov thinks that in the future ‘smart’ tech will have a great influence on political matters. Is this good, or bad? He will discuss this at the presentation of his book ‘To Save Everything, Click Here: The Folly of Technological Solutionism.’ 7pm. Cambridge, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Update from Ofunato

A small group of representatives from Ofunato, Japan will be presenting a report on all the progress made in that city after the disastrous 3.11.6:30 pm. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26.more

YWCA Stand Against Racism Movie Screening & Discussion

Racism is a topic that still needs to be addressed. Join the Professional Women of Color Network for a movie screening, dinner and a meaningful discussion on the topic. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Muslim Women in the Arts: Artist Reception featuring artist Nada Farhat

Muslim art is much more than just calligraphy and rugs. This expo focuses on the work of talented female Muslim artists like Nada Farhat. Don’t miss this one, as it’s something you don’t see everyday. 6:30pm. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Gathering of Olmsted

This year Frederick Law Olmsted would have turned 200 years old (if he were still alive, of course). Join Olmsted 2022 on the birthday celebration of one of the greatest landscapers history has ever known. Tree planting and lectures are some of the featured activities. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s Gala

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company has been offering great shakespearean performances free of charge for the people living in Boston. Support this program and enjoy yourself at this gala. 6:30pm. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

StoriesLive High School Story Slam

It’s Story Slam time! 10 participating schools. The winner will be crowned as the absolute story teller, and the rest others will be sent to the lions pit… just joking! There will be pizza for all participating students. 9:30am. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Strides Against Stigma

You can help raise awareness of depressive disorders while meeting great people. Be part of a fundraising campaign and also get rewards for it. It’s a win/win situation. 11am. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

The Art of Palestine by Samia Halaby

There aren’t many presentations that focus on Palestininan art. Join artist Samia Halaby, who will cover the visual arts of Palestine during the 20th century. 2:30pm. Cambridge, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Uniting Autism Launch Party

Lots of fun activities for the whole family await at the Uniting Autism Launch Party. This event pretends to raise awareness of autism and show people how they can help caregivers of children diagnosed with autism. 12pm. Hyde Park, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Art in Bloom

Nature itself is pure art, but that does not mean us humans cannot play a little with it and create beautiful arrangements with flowers. Meet popular floral designers and be amazed by floral expos full of color and fun. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27–Mon 4/29.more

Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race

The Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race returns this year with $5,000 in cash prizes. That’s a lot of cash! Can I get some? Boston, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Aqueducts: A History Of Bringing Water To The People

Aqueducts not only look great, they’re really useful too (even nowadays). Come learn a bit more about tham, it’s going to be refreshing. 12pm. Boston, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Zoos Go Blue Autism Awareness Day

A trip to the zoo can result in a great experience for people with autism. Speaks at Franklin Park Zoo will help family members plan better for such activities. 10am. Boston, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Super Spiders

Can you imagine a world without spiders? I CAN! It seems that spiders help us keep our ears bug-free. Awesome! 2pm. Boston, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Boston Jerk Fest

Boston JerkFest gathers together top Jerk based dishes made by some of the best chefs in Boston. Come have fun, Caribbean style! 11am. Boston, MA, Mon 4/29.more

Contemporary Takes On Craft by Seven Not-So-Conventional Craftspeople

Listen to 7 talented craftspeople talk about contemporary craftsmanship. Each one of them gets a whole 7 minutes to show what they do and how they do it. 7pm. Boston, MA, Mon 4/29.more

Chocolate Madness

Join NARAL Pro-Choice Massachusetts on the celebration of the 30th anniversay of Chocolate Madness, which features meetings with top chocolate chefs, wine tasting and much more. I think it is safe to say that there will be TONS of chocolate, and that’s always a good thing, isn’t it? 7:30pm. Boston, MA, Tue 4/30.more

Appearances – Provincetown Green Arts Festival

A green arts festival, where you get to camp on tents made out of plastic bottles. Artists mount green workshops, where you will be able to create recyclable artworks. Provincetown, MA, Fri 4/19–Sun 4/28.more

Brewster in Bloom

Brewster in Bloom festival seems to have it all covered. They offer coffee tastings, golf competitions, pancake breakfasts and art exhibitions. They had me at coffeee tastings… Brewster, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Stomp 2013!

Stomp is all about dancing and having fun. Stay for the week on P-town and enjoy the 2 dances and 5 workshops that have been organized. Provincetown, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Fund Raiser Auction

Auctions are a great way of finding interesting and rare objects. This one should have a couple interesting items, since it’s being hosted by the Bourne Historical Society. Unfortunately, it has nothing to do with Jason Bourne. 3pm. Bourne, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Brewster Bloom Run

Competing on a 5k race is good for your health (and your ego). But the great thing about races is that you usally get the chance to help a good cause. Proceedings go to the Elder Brewster Scholarship. 10am. Brewster, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Hog Off Fundraiser

Any event that lets you taste different stuffed quahogs, vote for your favorite and then get a chance to win a monster lobster has to be on the top of your list of awesome things to do. It is on mine! 1pm. Falmouth, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Brewster Kite Building & Demonstration

With the help of industry professionals, build your own kite and then fly it. Includes a kite show for everyone to enjoy. 12pm. Brewster, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Silk Symposium

Silk is kind of the queen of textiles. This one day symposium will examine silk and clothing, as made during the 19th and 20th centuries. 8:30am. Lowell, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Celebrate Earth Day with Groundwork Lawrence!

Earth Day is coming, and the city of Lawrence could use some help celebrating it. Come and be part of the many veautification projects that Groundwork Lawrence has prepared, or create your own and recruit your friends! 8 am. Lawrence, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Film Screening of The Economics of Happiness

The Economics of Happiness is a film that deals with the crisis of the spirit people face nowadays. 6:30pm. Lowell, MA, Tue 4/30.more

Thoreau Rambles

Did you know Thoreau was also a botanist? He collected hundreds of New England plants to create his own herbarium. This walking tour is about his staying near Walden Pond. 11am. Concord, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Earth Week in Concord

Why Celebrate just one Earth Day, when you can celebrate it for a whole week? And even better! Celebrate it with art and music! 1pm. Concord, MA, Sun 4/21–Sat 4/27.more

‘The First Four Notes: Beethoven’s Fifth and the Human Imagination’

The Best Book of the Year treats about Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. If you’re a fan of music and history, this is for you. Framingham, MA, Tue 4/23.more

Sunflower Magic

Sometimes it is good to get a little dirt on your hands! Come help plant sunflower seeds, and learn a lot about them. Registration is required. 3:30pm. Lincoln, MA, Tue 4/23.more

Bauhaus Artists and the Poetics of Reuse

A lecture by Dr.Barbara Stehle that explores the Bauhaus masters’ reflections about authorship and imagination. Optional tour of Gropius House. 9pm. Lincoln, MA, Wed 4/24.more

Oldies (50s, 60s, 70s) Dance

Don’t remember how to do the robot dance? Fear not, I bet someone will be there to help. Enjoy music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. 7:60pm. Medway, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Medway Clean Sweep

Come get a free t-shirt and enjoy a BBQ at Medway’s Town Hall. What’s the catch? Just need to help cleaning a bit here and there… 8 am. Medway, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Walk the Walk for Autism

Walking is good for your health, and in this case it also helps raising awareness of autism. Participate in the raffles or just enjoy the music and family-friendly activities. 11am. Westford, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Kite Day at Bose Mountain in Framingham

The Autism Alliance of MetroWest is joining Annual Kite Date at Bose Mountain. You will find pinwheels, kites (or course) and magicians. There will be train rides too! 12pm. Framingham, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Lag B’Omer Hike and Picnic at Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Metrowest

Lag B’Omer is a time to remember the heroes and scholars of Jewish Culture. Join the Jewish culture Center of Boston on a hike and a picnic outdoors. 10:30am. Natick, MA, Sun 4/28.more

BOSE Mountain Autism Kite Day

If you love flying kites and like to volunteer for good causes, this is the event for you! Join all the families that will be celebrating autism and the community. 12pm. Framingham, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Authors & Abolitionists

Concord is one of the places that fought slavery and inspired many other places to do so. Jayne Gordon will take you on a walk that features lots of historical places related to the fight against slavery. 2pm. Concord, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Canobie Lake Park Grand Opening and One Day Sale

Canobie Lake Park is opening for its 2013 season. You know that this means riding UNTAMED and EQUINOX multiple times. The beast part? Tickets are $8 OFF! Salem, NH, Sat 4/27.more

Newburyport Literary Festival

2013’s Newburyport Literary Fest has many reasons to celebrate this year. One of them is the 8 Oscar nominations that the movie adaptation of Matthew Quick’s, The Silver Linings Playbook, received. The buffet dinner is the perfect chance to meet your favorite authors, and maybe share a snack with them. Newburyport, MA, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

Walk Like MADD

Walk for the victims of DUI and the Boston Marathon. Every step you take helps MADD take a stand for victims who have unjustly lost their lives. 10am. Wakefield, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Daffodil Day

It’s spring again and Long Hill’s Sedgwick Gardens is waiting for you to come visit! Join the daffodils walk or pick you own daffodil bouquet at the Flower Fields. 11:30am. Beverly, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Asparagus Valley Pottery Trail

This year, 17 potters will present their work at the Annual Asparagus Valley Pottery Trail. BTW, these potters are not Harry’s siblings. Northfield, MA, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Tea Talk: Ritual and Refinement in Early New England

Bob and Mary Lou Heiss are tea experts. They will be giving a presentation on their experiences while traveling through important tea growing areas. The day will conclude with a tea tasting session. 2pm. Deerfield, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Daffodil Days at Blithewold Mansion

Thousands of daffodils blooming in front of our eyes and the sun shining above us all. Spring is here and the winter days are long gone now! Bristol, RI, Tue 4/16–Sun 4/28.more

Wild and Scenic Film Festival

This Film Festival focuses on ‘A Climate of Change’, so you can expect most films to deal with what we can do for nature. It’s a great chance to enjoy high quality films with a good purpose. 7pm. Portsmouth, RI, Fri 4/26.more

Imagine Walk and Family Fund Day

Join this fundraising walk and then take part on the karaoke, face painting and other family activities that have been planned for kids and teenagers with autism. 10am. East Greenwich, RI, Sun 4/28.more

Elemental

A free Earth-Day screening of a Documentary about people passionate about Earth, Nature and Sustentability. There will be a Q & A sesh after it’s over. 6pm. Newport, RI, Mon 4/22.more

Eating with the Ecosystem Dinner

What are carbon dioxide emissions doing to sealife? Geochemist Scott Doney has the answer. Enjoy an interesting talk while eating tasty dishes prepared by chef Rizwan Ahmed. 6pm. Bristol, RI, Tue 4/23.more

Volcanoes, Gods, and Men

The guys from Brown University went to the other side of the world to document the longest lava caves. They have returned and want to share their findings with you. 5:30pm. Providence, RI, Wed 4/24.more

Venus and Serena

Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most famous female tennis players of all time. It was about time someone made a decent documentary about the 2 sisters. 6:00pm. Newport, RI, Thu 4/25.more

Elephants: Past, Present and Future

Brett Haskins seems to know everything about elephants. This is your opportinity to ask all you wanted to know about the biggest mammal that walks on Earth. 7pm. Providence, RI, Thu 4/25.more

Cardigan’s Wake (Modern day) Architect’s Inn

Be part of a Live-Action Role-Playing game packed with mistery, betrayal and death. Will you come out alive of this adventure? Newport, RI, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Rocks in Architecture

A walking tour of the East Side of Providence that will let us know more about the urban landscape and its geologic story. Who said rocks could not talk? 10am. Providence, RI, Sat 4/27.more

Pawtucket River Duck Race

A rubber duck race! Winner takes all, or something like that. This race will benefit 45+ local charities, so tell Quacky he should start training! 11am. Westerly, RI, Sat 4/27.more

Spring Forward Think Back

Some of greatest films from the 10s and 20s were shot in RI. Spring Forward… Think back will let you enjoy a few of those films as you try high quality cocktails and delights. 7pm. Providence, RI, Sat 4/27.more

Brian Peters & Jeff Davis

I wish I could play as many instruments as Brian Peters and Jeff Davis. For now, I think I’ll go check them out at their concert. 8pm. Cumberland, RI, Sat 4/27.more

Great Swamp Walk

There are many different animal species living at Great Swamp. Can you count them all? Professional naturalists will be there to help you keep count. 2:30pm. South Kingstown, RI, Sun 4/28.more

Blithewold Gardens Fairy Festival

Spring is here and the Daffodils that live at Blithewold Mansion are ready to celebrate it. Come experience the smells, sounds and sights of Blithewold’s gardens. 11am. Bristol, RI, Sun 4/28.more

Brockton Lions Carnival

Is there a way to top an Unlimited Ride Armband from Fiesta Shows? Add a petting zoo for a winning combination. Brockton, MA, Wed 4/24–Sun 4/28.more

Arbor Day Celebration

Arbor Day Celebration features face painting, a climbing wall and fire 6 contructions trucks for kids to play at. Oh, and there will be tree planting activities too. It’s the whole package! 10am. Plymouth, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Native Craft Fair

Learn how to make your own corn husk doll, or get one from the native vendors that will be showcasing their jewelery. Games for kids will be available too. 10:30am. Plymouth, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Back to the Roots International Travel Show

Back to the Roots aims to interconnect tourism operators, in order to create better packages for people looking for cultural tourism trips. Raynham, MA, Wed 4/24–Fri 4/26.more

1ST Person, 2ND Story

Is it hard to write a book? 3 local authors share stories on how their books were born. Presentations are paired with tapas and wine. 7pm. New Bedford, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Nantucket Daffodil Festival

Nantucket is the home to over 3 million daffodils, which start blooming in early April. To celebrate this, the Nantucket Daffodil Fest has prepared parades, picnics and even a 5K race. Put on your Daffy hat and come celebrate! Nantucket, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Colloquium: What’s European About European Cinema?

Can you explain what makes an European film have the so called European cinema style? No? Don’t worry, Thomas Elsaesser is here to help! 9:30am. Amherst, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Noble 5K Run and Walk

Sometimes it takes very little to help others. Join the Noble 5K Run, organized by Noble Hospital. Different prizes will be available, divided by categories and age. 7:30am. Westfield, MA, Sat 4/27.more

REC Earth Day Cleanups

Earth-Day is all about caring for the environment. The REC and the Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks need your help cleaning Worcester’s streets, parks and neighborhoods. 8am. Worcester, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Beowulf – A Thousand Years of Baggage

I love a good old dramatized reading of an epic poem, as long as the author makes it fun, has good reading and does a lot of sounds and expressions. And if you do too, this will be a blast! Cambridge, MA, Tue 4/16–Sun 5/5.more

Review: Beowulf – A Thousand Years of Baggage

Click for our review of Beowulf at Club Oberon! Cambridge, MA, Tue 4/16–Sun 5/5.more

She Kills Monsters

This will be the premiere of the story of a girl who kills monsters. Come watch Qui Nguyen’s beautiful imagery. Boston, MA, Sat 4/13–Sat 5/11.more

Pericles

Murder, incest, pirates, and famine in ancient Greece. Come see this play where Shakespeare dangles Pericles by his Testicles. Boston, MA, Wed 4/17–Sun 5/12.more

The Crossroads Project: Exploring Climate Change Through Art, Music, and Science

Experience a new way of learning through a combination of science, art and music. The Boston University Arts Initiative is presenting the phenomenon of climate change, using this new teaching approach. 7:30pm. Boston, MA, Tue 4/23.more

Cambridge Poetry Jam

Poetry jams are on the cool section of ‘my book.’ Do you want to know why? Come find out and have a great time! 11am. Cambridge, MA, Tue 4/23–Wed 4/24.more

Stoops!

STOOPS is a comedy that deals with identity and the way people show themselves in front of others. Discover if it’s possible to be 2 different people at once. Jamaica Plain, MA, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

The Z Factor

The Z Factor is a dancing homage to all those people who have inspired the new generations. Witness how young people become inspiration to many others. Boston, MA, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

JazzBoston Jazz Week

It’s 10 full days of Jazz music. Public performances, home concerts and jazz ensembles will make this celebration the best one yet! Boston, MA, Fri 4/26–Sun 5/5.more

Taxim Square

Taxim Square is far from being a square band. They usually play Turkish and Mediterranean music with a jazz, folk and pop style, matched with Burcu Gle’s privileged voice. 8pm. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27.more

An Iliad

An Iliad is Lisa Peterson’s version of Homer’s famous poem, interpreted by the great Denis O’Hare. The play promises a refreshing and shoking approach to the story we’re all familiar with. Boston, MA, Sat 4/27–Sat 5/4.more

Meszecsina

WOW, a band that sings in 7 different languages. You don’t get to see that everyday! Let Meszecsina fill your ears with beautiful experimental music. 8pm. Somerville, MA, Tue 4/30.more

Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan

A great chance for all those adult children who never wanted to grow up to laugh, be amazed and take an imagination trip. Just don’t let your children become lost ones! 7.30 pm. Boston, MA, Tue 4/23–Sun 4/28.more

Rory Block in Concert

Some people say country blues is always best when intepreted by Rory Block. This is a one night only concert sposored by Reasons To Be Cheerful. 8pm. Concord, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Songs of the Civil War

If you know any of the songs of the Civil War, you should come along and sing them. And if you don’t… well it’s a good time to come and learn some! It’ll be fun, musical and very historically accurate! Ipswich, MA, Tue 4/16–Thu 4/25.more

An Evening of Guitar with Adam Levin & Quentin Callewaert

2 giants of the guitar world will be performing at Firehouse Center For The Arts. One of the 2 giants happens to be 12 years old. 7:30pm. Newburyport, MA, Wed 4/24.more

The Hutchinson Family Singers: America’s First Rock Star Family

Come listen to old favorite songs written by The Hutchinson Family Singers from Lynn, who were super stars in the 40’s. 4:30pm. Lynn, MA, Thu 4/25.more

Opera Scenes

Music majors from Gordon College will be performing a series of Opera Acts, including masterpieces such as Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress. Wenham, MA, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

Composer’s Guild Spring Recital

It is not easy to compose musical pieces. The students from Gordon College decided to take on this challenge, and they came out triumphant. Listen to their musical creations and spend a great evening. 7:30pm. Wenham, MA, Sun 4/28.more

Chamber Music Spring Recital

There are several talented musicians at Gordon College. This time they present multiple chamber ensembles that prove what they’re able to do. 7pm. Wenham, MA, Mon 4/29.more

Boston Poetry Slam Presents Poetry at the Attleboro Arts Museum\n

This is the closest you’ll ever get to seeing poets fighting to death. This year’s Poetry Slam event features poetry workshops. Free and open to the public. 7pm. Attleboro, MA, Fri 4/26.more

Musical: Hair

The Washington Post has rated this version of ‘Hair’ as the best one yet. That’s gotta count for something, doesn’t it? Amherst, MA, Sat 4/27.more

Earth Day Celebration at Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium is celebrating Earth-Day and you’re all invited. Enjoy the scavenger hunts and the games for all the family. Also, you’ll learn how to reduce your carbon footprint. Mystic, CT, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Hartford/Springfield Kidney Walk

There are many ways to help fight kidney disease. One of them is by attending to the Hartford/Springfield Kidney Walk. There are incentives for fundraisers too! 9:30am. Manchester, CT, Sun 4/28.more

Performance 20/20 Marathon

Chamber music and food is always a great combination. Enjoy the light refreshments that will be offered through the 7 hour concert. 2pm. West Hartford, CT, Sun 4/28.more

GOOD NEWS! A Musical Comedy

Music, dancing, singing and laughter are perfectly mixed by this full of energy GoodSpeed musical production. East Haddam, CT, Fri 4/12–Sat 6/22.more

New Haven Spring Restaurant Week

Take advantage of some of the region’s best dining experiences. This time, 30 restaurants are in charge of preparing mouthwatering dishes that represent the best of New Haven’s food. New Haven, CT, Sun 4/21–Fri 4/26.more

Earth Day Eco-Evening with Geoff Kaufman and Friends

Come reconnect with nature! We have to know how what we do today affects our future! Mystic, CT, Mon 4/22.more

Connecticut Storytelling Festival

Willy Claflin leads this years’ marquee on the 32nd Annual Storytelling Festival, organized by Connecticut Storytelling Center. If you want to hear crazy, entertaining stories, then you should come! New London, CT, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

Graveyard Shift Ghost Tours

Prepare to hear creepy stories and come visit Mark Twain’s house, which has been featured on Syfy’s Ghost Hunters. They say it’s a goosebump-inducing tour, so don’t forget to bring an extra pair of underwear! Hartford, CT, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Earth Day Celebration at Ansonia

Learning how to live more sustainable lives could come handy in the future. You never know! This Earth Day celebration features hikes, games and talks about sustainable communities. All day event. Ansonia, CT, Sat 4/27.more

Quassy Season Open

April is almost over but don’t be sad, because it means that Quassy Amusement Park is opening for its 2013 season! Pack 10 people on your car and pay only $35. 12pm. Middlebury, CT, Sat 4/27.more

Voyeur

This show mixes live dance performances with video technology. creating a multi-dimensional experience. The best thing: There’s a behind-the-scenes interaction after the show! 7pm. Hartford, CT, Sat 4/27.more

Annual Pirate Party

How to hold a silent auction in the middle of a pirate party is a mistery to me. Why don’t you go and then let me know how it went? I promise you’ll have fun. 7pm. Mystic, CT, Sat 4/27.more

Belltown Gas and Steam Engine Show

Even nowadays, many things (like engines and industrial machines) are still powered by steam & gas. Come find out which ones still use this awesome tech. The show features a flea market, and winning prizes for exhibitors. 8am. East Hampton, CT, Sun 4/28.more

University of Hartford’s Community Day

Tethered hot-air balloons, a petting zoo, a bouncy house, Library Mini-Golf and much more much more! I’m telling you, this festival sound slike a lot of fun. 11am. Hartford, CT, Sun 4/28.more

Easter Egg Hunt at Quassy Amusement Park

Come help your kids on the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Quassy Amusement Park. 3pm. Middlebury, CT, Sun 4/28.more

Iron Chef Elm City

An Iron Chef show is always fun to watch, specially if its live and you’re part of the on site public. Hint: The public has a chance of tasting the food cooked on the show. 11:45am. Wallingford, CT, Sun 4/28.more

Spring Bird Walks at Hammonasset Beach State Park

Birds don’t seem to mind the company of birdwatchers, given that they keep their distance. Feel free to bring your binoculars to the Spring Bird Walks at Hammonasset Beach State Park. Madison, CT, Sat 4/20–Sat 4/27.more

Maine Robot Track Meet

It’s the Robot Olympics! Come watch different robots compete for the crown on 10 different robo-disciplines. I’m telling you, this is something NOONE should miss. 8:30am. South Portland, ME, Sat 4/27.more

World Tai Chi & Qigong Day

Be amazed by Tai Chi & Qigong demos, and then take part on the free classes being offered. I don’t have a Gong Fu, but I guess I could wear my PJs instead. 10am. Brunswick, ME, Sat 4/27.more

A Mass For Peace

The Choral Art Society and Portland Ballet Company get together again, this time featuring an overwhelming performance of Karl Jenkins’s Mass for Peace. 8pm. Portland, ME, Fri 4/26.more

Spring Fling Living History Experience

It’s 1870 again, at least on the Spring Fling Living History Experience. 16 lucky people will have the opportunity of living life as if it were 1870, for a couple of days. It does not get better than this. Livermore, ME, Fri 4/26–Sat 4/27.more

Shrine Circus

Bangor’s biggest circus is back! Enjoy watching a bear riding a motorcycle while you eat cotton candy and popcorn. Also, be ready to laugh at the famous Anah Shrine Clowns. Bangor, ME, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Fisherman’s Festival

Celebrating the Maine fishing season has to have fishing activities, don’t you think? You cannot miss the Miss Shrimp Princess Pageant event. Lincoln, ME, Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

The Metropolitan Opera Presents: Giulio Cesare

Giulio Cesare is a live act presented by The Metropolitan Opera in which we take a look at the emperor’s life with Cleapatra by his side, on an alternate world where people sing all the time. 6pm. Fryeburg, ME, Sat 4/27.more

Big Birthday Fly and Pot Luck Party

Someone is celebrating a birthday, and you’re invited. This is a potluck reunion, so don’t forget to bring your favorite dish with you. Also, kites will be flying all around. It does not get better than this, I’m telling you! 10am. South Portland, ME, Sat 4/27.more

Maine in the Civil War

After 150 years, the Civil War is still one of the historical events that matter the most to us. This day long symposium will deal with the causes, constituencies, politics, and personalities of the Civil War era. 9am. Portland, ME, Sat 4/27.more

Autism Family Kite Fly

Face painting, bubbles and lots of kites are just a few fun things you will find at Bose Mountain. This event aims to raise awareness of autisim. 4pm. Cape Elizabeth, ME, Sun 4/28.more

Cranky Yankees: All Together, Now!

The best of Jim Cooke is finally together. His 4 most popular and known characters meet on Cranky Yankees: All Together, Now! Featuring, of course, Jim Cooke. 7pm. Sunapee, NH, Wed 4/24.more

Manchester Carnival

Imagine having an unlimited pass for all your favorite rides from Fiesta Shows. Yes, it is real and you can get one too! Manchester, NH, Wed 4/24–Sun 4/28.more

Jazzmouth Lite, Poetry and Jazz Brunch

Share a fine meal with popular jazz musicians and poets. There will be an open mic, so poets are encouraged to share their work. 11:30am. Portsmouth, NH, Sun 4/28.more

Slow Dance Night

Slow Dance Night does not mean you cannot make a fast move on that special someone. Enjoy live music and a variety of snacks while dancing to romantic timeless musical pieces. 8:30pm. Burlington, VT, Wed 4/24.more

St. Johnsbury World Maple Festival

A 2 day festival with tons of activities. Choose between a pancake breakfast or a 5k run (I’d do both, at the same time). More than 100 food vendors will meet there, and before the event closes, a World Maple Syrup Champion will be proclaimed. St. Johnsbury, VT, , Wed 4/24–Thu 4/25.more

Lost Nation Theater present Ransome!

A musical that shows through acting and singing how people from Vermont dealt with Civil War. Inspired by letters written by soldier Ransom W Towle. Montpelier, VT, Thu 4/25–Sun 5/12.more

Vermont Maple Festival

For all I know, Maple syrup goes well with pretty much anything, so I’m happy they have this festival in Vermont. Experience parades, cooking shows and much more. St. Albans, VT, , Fri 4/26–Sun 4/28.more

Everything Equine

It’s been 10 years since Everything Equine was established. Celebrate a decade of love for horses by attending to this fun and entertaining festival. Music, horse expo, and much more! Essex Junction, VT, Sat 4/27–Sun 4/28.more

Niquette Bay State Park

Come hunt for wildflowers at Niquette Bay State Park. Please keep in mind that hunting for flowers does not involve any guns. 10am. Colchester, VT, Sun 4/28.more

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