URO’s benefit concert aids The One Fund this year. Come enjoy the greatest rock songs by one of Boston’s most important tribute bands. We have tickets to give away! Email giveaways@eventsinsider.com to win! 8pm. Regent Theatre Arlington, MA, Sat 4/19.more

A Longfellow impersonator will help the young and not so young learn how to understand poetry better. 1-4pm. The Paul Revere House Boston, MA, Mon 4/14.more

Public observatory nights: get your hands on an awesome telescope with the help of an astronomer. The best part is it’s free. Clay Center Observatory Brookline, MA, Tue 4/15.more

I’ve been to this and highly recommend it! It’s a series of lectures, like TED, but without the pompous admission requirements. You hear an expert talk briefly about a BIG idea, you have 5 minutes to discuss it and ask questions and open the door for a million possibilities the rest of the day. 7:30-9:30pm. First Parish Church Cambridge, MA, Fri 4/18.more

The largest science fest in the US continues and it’s free! Keep reading for my favorite of the dozens of events, or just click through to their website schedule. Over 150 events! Various venues Cambridge, MA, Fri 4/18–Sun 4/27.more

The Stone Zoo also celebrates Easter! This time the only guest is the Easter Bunny, but surely you can make some time to visit all the other animals and enjoy the workshops while you’re there. 10am. Stone Zoo Stoneham, MA, Sat 4/19.more

Maybe you like real animals, maybe you don’t, but who doesn’t like robots, seriously? Visit the Robot Zoo in their 2nd annual edition and get your hands on those ‘droids! Oh yeah, and it’s free! 12-4pm. Cambridge Public Library Cambridge, MA, Sat 4/19.more

Shop your favorite brands in this now traditional sidewalk sale. Merchants include Nine West, Origins, Boston Harley Davidson, Funusual, and much more! Faneuil Hall Boston, MA, Sat 4/19–Sun 4/20.more

Did you know that there’s an afterparty to the Boston Marathon? And if you get there early you can see the wheelchair racers zip past? I’m not into watching sports myself (I hate sitting idle) but it’s actually really fun rooting on the joggers. It starts in Hopkinton and goes through Wellesley into Boston. Or better yet, check out one of the many historical re-enactments and other events for Patriot’s Day! 7:30pm. Fenway Park Boston, MA, Mon 4/21.more

I love re-enactments! Instead of watching the marathon, how about taking part in the history that made Patriots’ Day a holiday? I list a ton of them below and this one’s my favorite, the battle that began the American Revolutionary War. Crazy people march from 4am-5:45am. Then 2,000 show for the re-enactment in Lexington at 5:30am. Arrive an hour early or bring a stepladder for a good view. Then at a pancake breakfast and a kids parade, Paul Revere’s ride, concerts, etc. and afternoon parade. 5:30am-4pm. Lexington Green Lexington, MA, Mon 4/21.more

Workshops, discussions and lectures for lovers of science of all ages! Check out the itinerary. MIT MUSEUM Building Cambridge, MA, Sat 4/19–Sun 4/27.more

Unsure how to look for a meteor shower? Just look up, silly! Or join a hobbyist astronomers at this event. Wow! 10-11:59pm. All Over Boston, MA, Tue 4/22–Wed 4/23.more

Here’s Paul Revere riding a horse. So, what is this event, exactly? I mean, I know that you stand there and Paul Revere rides by, but does he stop and give a speech? Is there music or food? 10am-1pm. Hancock-Clarke House Lexington, MA, Sun 4/20.more

FREE pancake breakfast and a historical trolley tour. 8am. UU Urban Ministry/First Church in Roxbury Boston, MA, Mon 4/21.more

While you are there, definitely check out the handbell festival! There are two: the dress rehearsal and then the actual concert on Patriot’s Day. Hancock Church on Lexington Green Lexington, MA, Mon 4/21.more

Easter egg hunt! 10-11am. Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 4 South Market Building, Boston, MA, Sat 4/19.more

BIFF, the biggest and most important movie festival for independent movies in New England is waiting for the lovers of the 7th art again this year. 10 years of local, national and international work + many QA’s. Loews Theatre Boston Common Boston, MA, Fri 4/11–Mon 4/21.more

You don’t always see flower exhibits with scavenger hunts and live music. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, MA, Tue 4/15.more

BIFF, the biggest and most important movie festival for independent movies in New England is waiting for the lovers of the 7th art again this year. 10 years of local, national and international work + many QA’s. Loews Theatre Boston Common Boston, MA, Fri 4/11–Mon 4/21.more

Walk through the Mansion trying to look for items that DON’T belong in an early 19th century house. 3pm. Gore Place Waltham, MA, Tue 4/15.more

What’s that sound? Explore and understand the magic behind the sound of strings through interactive performances and songs. 5:30pm and 6:30pm. Museum of Science Boston, MA, Fri 4/18.more

Lots of interesting historic events happened here in New England. That’s why it is not surprise that you will be able to watch the Minute Men as they do another, very exciting re-enactment. This time is Parker’s Revenge. Ready to march? 10am. Lexington Battle Green, Lexington Common Lexington, MA, Sat 4/19.more

This will be an exhiting battle re-enactment! 4-5pm. Munroe Tavern and Tower Park Lexington, MA, Sat 4/19.more

Over 20,000 participants and more than 50,000 people watching: Boston Marathon is the world’s oldest annual marathon! Main Street to John Hancock Tower in Copley Square Boston, MA, Mon 4/21.more

Come and meet a great variety of carnivores that live at this zoo! Come on, there will be nothing greater for kids on this week! Stone Zoo Stoneham, MA, Mon 4/21–Fri 4/25.more

This will be a great walk to learn about our favorite midnight riders of all time! 2pm.. The Paul Revere House Boston, MA, Tue 4/22–Sat 4/26.more

It’s kind of hard to describe this play but here’s an attempt: Imagine a world where the stuff you see in your nightmares is real. Do I have you attention know? Better read the full description then. Charlestown Working Theater Charlestown, MA, Thu 4/3–Sun 4/20.more

Get together every Thursday in April to discuss the 19th century poetry with other equally enthusiastic folks! This is a great excuse for good conversation and enjoying the weather outside. 12-1pm. Longfellow Carriage House, 105 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/17.more

Meet the artists that depict the untold stories of black military men and women, over the decades. All the paintings were made by high school students and pretend to give recognition to all the veterans whose name has been forgotten or never mentioned. This is the reception party for the exhibition that will be on display until May 2nd. Newton City Hall Gallery Newton, MA, Thu 4/17–Fri 5/2.more

Movement at the Mills is a series of dance exhibitions. This session features local companies, Jessie Jeanne & Dancers in a cross-disciplinary work inspired by Henri Matisse and Reject Dance Theatre as they explore the territory of human psyche, gender and animal movement. Mills Gallery at the BCA Boston, MA, Fri 4/18.more

The MFA opens its doors for free in this day to welcome Bostonians and people from all over the world to enjoy art and contribute to the America 4 Boston Prayer Canvasa national art project offering a way for people to rally together after the Boston Marathon events of 2013. 10am-4:45pm. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, MA, Sat 4/19.more

2 great local bands performing for free at Faneuil Hall Marketplace to welcome Spring! This year’s performers: The Sugarbabies Band & Reverse Order. 12-5pm. Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 4 South Market Building, Boston, MA, Sat 4/19.more

Find the killer! Follow the clues and solve the mysterious happenings in the museum! Museum of Fine Arts Boston, MA, Sat 4/19.more

Love history and music with the same intensity? Well, this is THE event for you then. 8pm. Lexington Depot Lexington, MA, Sun 4/20.more

The son of a Palestinian-Muslim father and a Jewish-Israeli mother, Ibrahim Miari recalls his childhood in Acco, Israel. Click for our review on 4/8! Black Box Theater at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA, Fri 4/4–Sun 4/20.more

Here’s a play about Ernest Hogan, the ‘father of ragtime’ and the first African American to perform on Broadway, last days. Stoneham Theatre Stoneham, MA, Thu 4/10–Sun 4/27.more

While staying with her aunt and uncle in the country, young Joan wakes in the night and sees the stuff of nightmares. Or does she? Charlestown Working Theater Charlestown, MA, Thu 4/3–Sat 4/19.more

Stories, poems, and music by and about women who have changed the world. Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA Boston, MA, Sat 4/19–Sat 4/26.more