First Parish Of Arlington

In collaboration with the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.passim.org/mission/folkcollective/" rel="nofollow noopener">Club Passim Folk Collective</a>, Opening Doors presents "Shades of Black: The Hip-Hopera," a free concert and conversation with Zakiyyah at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.firstparish.info/" rel="nofollow noopener">Arlington UU Church</a>.&nbsp;There will be a light reception after the concert, please join us to continue the conversation with one another and the artists.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.zakiyyahofficial.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Zakiyyah</a> is an artist-changemaker who utilizes music and visual media to explore themes that centralize marginalized communities via her production company, Black and Bold Productions. As an actress and classically-trained singer who is well-versed in opera, hip-hop, jazz, and R&amp;B, she employs her extremely versatile skill-set to reach a broad range of audiences and craft a sound that is uniquely her own—including her most well-known creation, "hip-hopera." She has served as a racial equity consultant through Arts Connect International, a peer mentor for Music to Life, an artistic partner with Boston Children’s Chorus, and currently teaches voice through Harvard’s Holden Voice Program. The show will be hosted by Opening Doors co-founder <a target="_blank" href="https://moockmusic.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Alastair Moock</a>. 
This event is made possible by First Parish UU Church, Nine Athens Music, the Club Passim Folk Collective, the Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture, and the Mass Cultural Council.
Reserve free in-person tickets <a target="_blank" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976656554966" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>. Reserve free online tickets <a target="_blank" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/opening-doors-presents-shades-of-black-the-hip-hopera-virtual-option-tickets-1987968975721" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>.

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 In collaboration with the Club Passim Folk Collective, Opening Doors presents "Shades of Black: The Hip-Hopera," a free...

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Main St Grille will donate 20% of sales back to the Wakefield Independence Day Committee to support the July 4th parade - Celebrate the 250th in Wakefield! 20% is for Dine-In, Take-Out or Delivery. Tell your server or mention PARADE when ordering.
Thursday, May 7 from 11:30am to 8pm 
New Commemorative 250th T-shirts will be on sale ($15 youth/younger or $20 adult). The shirt design incorporates all day on July 4th in Wakefield. Designed by WIDC volunteer, Laurel Sullivan.
Also have clearance sale of "I Heart The Parade in Wakefield Massachusetts" in adult sizes for $10.
Raffle Item from The T-Stop. Drawing at 7:45pm. Do not need to be present to win.
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Red Hawk Robotics is back with an amazing 2026 tour. Amazing kitchen and sustainability measures .... all on one tourTickets are <a href="https://Tickets are now on sale for this year's Kitchen-Sustainability tour. We truly have an amazing set of kitchens that have never been on this tour before. But wait ... there's more. These kitchens are embracing the latest in sustainability measures which are helping to keep those kitchens cozy warm. Can't wait to see you on the tour!!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/melrose-kitchen-sustainability-tour-tickets-1981897783622?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">On Sale</a> now
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🌏✨ 2026 AAPI Heritage Celebration ✨🌏 The Untold Stories of Asian Americans &amp; Immigrant Journeys
Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating culture, identity, and powerful personal stories from our diverse community 💬
🎤 Panel Speakers: Ricardo “Rick” Wong (Cuba/China/Spain) Natalie IP (Hong Kong) Brian Lim (China/Cambodia) Tanu Phoenix (India) Haley Chuor (China/Vietnam)
🌟 What to expect: • Hear meaningful, real-life immigrant journeys • Enjoy cultural performances • Explore cultural artifacts on display • Sample delicious ethnic treats
📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Malden Senior/Teen Center 7 Washington St, Malden, MA
🎟️ Register here: <a href="https://bit.ly/402gNXF" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/402gNXF</a>
Come celebrate, learn, and connect — all are welcome! 💛
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Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at the top of their fields. Are you interested in applying next year? Here’s your chance to discover what makes our school so uncommon!
Join us Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30–8:00 p.m., for a <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission</a>.
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