Elizabeth Strout: The Things We Never Say
Elizabeth Strout discusses her novel The Things We Never Say at the Brattle Theatre, in a reading presented by Harvard Book Store. The evening blends a live reading with insights into Strout's latest work, followed by a Q&A that invites audiences to dive into contemporary literary fiction in a Cambridge setting.
Massachusetts Apartment Association Conference
Massachusetts Apartment Association hosts its annual industry conference at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston on May 7, 2026. The event gathers property-management professionals and industry leaders for seminars, networking, and sessions on rental-housing trends, regulations, and best practices.
Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar: Christoph Grosse Steffen, Banque de France
Boston College hosts the Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar featuring Christoph Grosse Steffen (Banque de France) on 'Global Sectoral Supply Shocks, Inflation, and Monetary Policy.' The talk, in Maloney Hall Room 313, explores how sector shocks shape inflation and policy across economies.
Haymakers For Hope: Rock N' Rumble XV (21+)
Haymakers For Hope's Rock N' Rumble XV brings a high-energy charity boxing night to Boston's MGM Music Hall at Fenway. 21+ bouts showcase local contenders as fans cheer for a good cause, blending athletic drama with a buzzing indoor venue and post-fight camaraderie.
Watercolor Painting Workshop at LoPresti Park
Join a free watercolor painting workshop in LoPresti Park. Learn basic watercolor techniques in a casual, park-side session with artist-guided instruction, perfect for beginners and families exploring art outdoors in Boston.
Berklee City Music High School Academy Completion Concert
An all-ages, free concert at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, featuring standout performances by Berklee City Music High School Academy ensembles. A showcase of young musicians from Berklee City Music in a premier campus venue.
Sloan Wainwright, Susan Cattaneo, and Cosy Sheridan: Mother Tree
Three renowned singer-songwriters—Sloan Wainwright, Susan Cattaneo, and Cosy Sheridan—perform Mother Tree at Club Passim, Boston. Expect close-harmony folk storytelling, warm acoustics, and an intimate, club-room atmosphere that spotlights veteran American roots music.
TCS presents: Brent Weinbach
Brent Weinbach brings his distinctive stand-up to The Comedy Studio in Boston. This 18+ show features a two-item minimum and early arrival to guarantee seating, delivering sharp, offbeat humor in an intimate club setting.
Souvenirs: The Music of John Prine
An intimate tribute night at The Burren's Back Room in Somerville, celebrating the songs of John Prine. Expect warm acoustic performances of his folk-country classics in a cozy listening-room setting, with a friendly, attentive audience and a memorable evening of storytelling through song.
The Motherhood Exchange
Join artist Jamie Diamond for an intimate, universal conversation at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum as they explore what motherhood means. An interactive discussion inviting diverse perspectives to unravel a universal question in a museum setting.
Oedipus el Rey
A contemporary staging of Oedipus el Rey at The Roberts Studio Theatre in Boston, offering a tense, modern interpretation of the classic tragedy. The intimate venue and bilingual production promise a thought-provoking evening of myth and power.
Run Boy Run
The Huntington Theatre Company presents Run Boy Run at The Calderwood Pavilion in Boston, running May 7–June 7, 2026. A compelling dramatic production blending intimate storytelling with bold staging, anchored by a powerful ensemble.
Free Throw: Moments Before The Wind Tour
The indie-leaning rock/pop act Free Throw headlines the Moments Before The Wind Tour at Paradise Rock Club in Boston. Expect high-energy hooks, catchy choruses, and a lively club atmosphere as fans pack the Citizens-presented show.
ADU Design Workshop
Explore ADU design with Boston city planners in this educational workshop. Learn zoning basics, space planning, and practical tips for accessory dwelling units, and find city resources to get projects off the ground.
Ray Chen
Renowned violinist Ray Chen headlines a program at Symphony Hall in Boston with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, delivering virtuosic classical solos and lush orchestral passages in an elegant, acoustically renowned setting.
The Paper Kites
The Paper Kites bring their intimate indie folk sound to Royale Nightclub in Boston. Doors open at 7:00 pm and the show begins at 8:00 pm. Expect delicate guitars, airy harmonies, and a moody, emotive set in a warmly intimate venue.
Vincent Antone
Vincent Antone headlines an 18+ show at Brighton Music Hall in Boston, delivering a hook-filled electro-pop experience. Expect glossy synths, catchy hooks, and a club-friendly atmosphere in this intimate, storied venue.
Hafeez Lakhani in Conversation with Julia Glass: Abundance
Porter Square Books welcomes Hafeez Lakhani for the release of his novel Abundance, in conversation with Julia Glass. This author-talk at the Cambridge store blends insights into the new work with a lively Q&A, offering an intimate literary evening in a beloved neighborhood bookstore.
Chris Andrade: M.U.T.A.R
Chris Andrade headlines a live stand-up show at Laugh Boston with his M.U.T.A.R routine. This bilingual EN/ES performance promises sharp, topical humor delivered in an intimate club setting.
PURITY RING: PLACE OF MY OWN TOUR
Purity Ring brings its Place Of My Own Tour to Boston's Paradise Rock Club. The duo delivers moody electronic synth-pop with lush production and hypnotic vocals in an intimate venue, blending rock-influenced textures with pop hooks.
Poetry reading: Niloufar Talebi and Elizabeth T. Gray Jr.
Two acclaimed poets, Niloufar Talebi and Elizabeth T. Gray Jr., read from their work and discuss literary craft at Brookline Booksmith. An intimate evening of poetry and conversation in a cozy bookstore setting, with opportunities to meet the authors.
Land Use Committee Meeting
Public land-use committee meeting in Somerville to review zoning and development proposals. The session, posted on the city's Legistar portal, brings together planning staff, council members, and residents to discuss current projects and their community impacts.
Cardinals
Cardinals perform an all-ages show at The Rockwell on May 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM. This high-energy rock night takes place in the intimate LA venue, with ID required for entry and a lively crowd enjoying guitar-driven tunes.
Planning Board Meeting
Somerville's Planning Board convenes remotely to review local planning matters under Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025. The public is invited to participate online, with the meeting starting at 9:00 AM on May 7, 2026. The session showcases municipal governance in action as residents and professionals discuss development and policy.
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