Lisa Lederer

Middlesex County

Benjamin Pierce

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Somerville

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Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre

Anthracite Fields by Julia Wolfe is a concert-length work for chorus and amplified instrumental ensemble that honors the people who worked in, and were shaped by, Pennsylvania’s anthracite coal region. Wolfe, a co-founder of Bang on a Can, built the piece from extensive research: oral-history interviews, local archives, historical documents, and the everyday language of the miners and their families. The result is part oratorio, part documentary, and part rock concert. The work unfolds in five movements, each looking at a different facet of coal-country life, from the dangers and dignity of work underground to the child laborers known as “breaker boys,” who spent their days picking slate from coal. Wolfe sets these voices for chorus with propulsive, driving rhythms, shimmering harmonies, and stretches of striking stillness. The ensemble’s electric guitar, piano, percussion, cello, and winds supply a pulse that is as much contemporary club as concert hall. The piece won the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Music, and the jury praised it as a powerful tribute to the industrial laborers of the region. Performed by Chorus pro Musica alongside the Bang on a Can All-Stars, the ensemble that has long championed Wolfe’s music, this production brings the full force of a large chorus and a hard-driving band to a story about labor, memory, and community that continues to resonate today. Audiences should expect an immersive, emotionally charged evening that is accessible to newcomers and rewarding for seasoned concertgoers. No familiarity with contemporary music is required.

Local Event: Julia Wolfe's Anthracite Fields with the Bang on a Can All-Stars and Chorus pro Musica

Julia Wolfe's Anthracite Fields with the Bang...

Anthracite Fields by Julia Wolfe is a concert-length work for chorus and amplified instrumental ensemble that honors the people...

Julia Wolfe's Anthracite Fields with the Bang on a Can All-Stars and Chorus pro Musica

The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts

The Boston International Kids Film Festival celebrates creativity and storytelling through films made by young filmmakers and professionals from around the world. Featuring inspiring screenings, filmmaker Q&amp;As, student competitions, and thought-provoking discussions, the festival brings families, educators, and young audiences together to explore diverse perspectives and discover the power of filmmaking. On Friday, November 20, we invite high school students and their families to a free event at Walnut Hill School for the Arts - a college panel discussion with Representatives from Emerson College, Lesley University and Bridgewater State University explaining the process of applying to film and art school; what students can expect while attending and career opportunities after graduation. Teens and their families can then mingle with the panelists and representatives from other schools across New England while enjoying pizza and refreshments at our mini college-fair. This will be followed by a screening of films made by high school students. Watch the short films and celebrate the top three with an awards presentation. Saturday, November 21, will be a full day of short films (both professional and student-made) appropriate for middle school students and above. Every screening will conclude with filmmakers in attendance engaging with the audience in a Q&amp;A. On Sunday, November 22, &nbsp;come and enjoy animated short films appropriate for children ages 5 and up. Following the morning screenings, the whole family can participate in a hands-on stop-motion animation workshop! ( Free with ticket to film screenings). The festival will close with a screening of GONE GUYS, a documentary about young men's social isolation, its consequences and what is being done to help. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with mental health experts working with teens in school and sports.www.bikff.org

Local Event: Boston International Kids Film Festival

Watertown

Boston International Kids Film Festival

The Boston International Kids Film Festival celebrates creativity and storytelling through films made by young filmmakers and...

The Foundry

Join author Edwidge Lafleur Bayas for an inspiring and intimate evening celebrating her two books, Renaître n’est pas un hasard and I Chose Me—two deeply personal works that explore resilience, healing, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace one's own journey.
Through the power of storytelling, this special gathering invites us to reflect on life's challenges, the lessons that shape us, and the possibilities that emerge when we choose to move forward with renewed purpose.
Whether you are passionate about literature, personal growth, or stories that speak to the heart, this evening offers an opportunity to connect, share, and celebrate the transformative power of words.
✨ Come for the stories. Stay for the inspiration. Leave with a renewed appreciation for your own journey.
📚 Discover the books.
💬 Connect with the author.
❤️ Share an evening of reflection, inspiration, and meaningful conversation.
Bring a friend, invite someone who loves a good story, and join us for a memorable evening in Cambridge.
Your presence would make this celebration even more special.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Local Event: An Evening with Author Edwidge Lafleur Bayas

Waltham

An Evening with Author Edwidge Lafleur Bayas

Join author Edwidge Lafleur Bayas for an inspiring and intimate evening celebrating her two books, Renaître n’est pas un hasard...

Kadampa Meditation Center Boston

Vajrasattva Empowerment: The Buddha of Purification
Sometimes we can feel stuck, weighed down by the past, or caught in patterns we long to change.
Vajrasattva practice is a powerful Buddhist method of purification, helping us clear inner obstacles and create the conditions for healing, growth, and deeper spiritual experience. 
During this special event, Gen Khedrub will grant the blessing empowerment of Vajrasattva, followed by practical teachings, meditation, and an introduction to this beautiful Vajrayana practice of visualization and mantra recitation.
This is a special opportunity to deepen your understanding of Buddhist Tantra and connect with a profound practice of purification and transformation.

Everyone is welcome.
👤 Teacher: Gen Khedrub, Buddhist monk and meditation teacher
📅 Date: Saturday, November 21
🕒 Session times: 
10:00am–12:00pm • Empowerment 
1:30–2:30pm • Teaching &amp; Meditation 
3:00–4:00pm • Teaching &amp; Meditation
🎟 Cost: $60
📍 Kadampa Meditation Center Boston 
2298 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge 
(Near Davis Square)
🚗 Free parking available
More information and registration: 
<a href="https://www.meditationinboston.org/vajrasattva?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">meditationinboston.org/vajrasattva</a>

Local Event: Vajrasattva Empowerment: The Buddha of Purification

Vajrasattva Empowerment: The Buddha of...

Vajrasattva Empowerment: The Buddha of Purification
Sometimes we can feel stuck, weighed down by the past, or caught in...

Vajrasattva Empowerment: The Buddha of Purification

West Medford Community Center

🎉🛍️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON UNTIL&nbsp;SUPER&nbsp;SATURDAY! 🛍️🎉 WMCC's 4th Annual Black Entrepreneurs Holiday Showcase &amp; Sale is back and bigger than ever! For four years, this event has brought together incredible Black-owned businesses, talented makers, creatives, and entrepreneurs for an afternoon of shopping, networking, and community. This year, we're ready to make it our best one yet! 📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 West Medford Community Center 111 Arlington Street, Medford, MA ✨ Shop unique holiday gifts ✨ Meet local entrepreneurs ✨ Discover handmade and specialty products ✨ Support Black-owned businesses ✨ Keep your holiday dollars in the community From jewelry and apparel to books, candles, baked goods, beauty products, art, home décor, and more, you'll find one-of-a-kind items while supporting small businesses doing amazing work. 🎁 Looking to get ahead on your holiday shopping? This is the place to be. Whether you're a returning favorite or a first-time vendor, we'd love to help connect our community to your products, services, and story. 🔥 Save the date, tell your friends, and get ready for an afternoon filled with shopping, culture, entrepreneurship, and community pride! Vendor inquiries: Email info@wmcc.us

Local Event: Super Saturday: 4th Annual Black Entrepreneurs Holiday Showcase & Sale

Super Saturday: 4th Annual Black Entrepreneurs...

🎉🛍️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON UNTIL SUPER SATURDAY! 🛍️🎉 WMCC's 4th Annual Black Entrepreneurs Holiday Showcase & Sale is back and...

Super Saturday: 4th Annual Black Entrepreneurs Holiday Showcase & Sale

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1HF2PWbg9Y/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Porter Mill</a>Holiday Open Studios Saturday, Dec 5, 11am-5pm Sunday, Dec 6, 11am-5pm
Explore four floors of art studios, offering a variety of work including painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, jewelry, video, poetry, fashion and more. Shop directly from the artists while learning about their media and techniques. Decorate your own home or use this fantastic opportunity to secure gifts for the holidays. In the lobby, take in two group exhibitions: "Glyph" exploring the integration of text in art and a grid wall featuring "Smol" an exhibit of small affordable artwork. Enjoy traditional holiday music (live) on Sunday. The taproom at <a href="https://coastalmassbrewing.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Coastal Mass Brewing</a> will be in full swing and you can enjoy your beverages throughout the studio spaces on Saturday. Park all day for $2 at the MBTA parking garage, across Rantoul Street from Porter Mill.
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Beverly Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. <a href="https://massculturalcouncil.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">massculturalcouncil.org</a>

Local Event: Porter Mill Holiday Open Studios

Essex County

Beverly

Porter Mill Holiday Open Studios

Porter MillHoliday Open Studios Saturday, Dec 5, 11am-5pm Sunday, Dec 6, 11am-5pm
Explore four floors of art studios, offering...

Virtual

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you.
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like...

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