Perpetual Gratitude
An immersive art installation at ICA Boston's ArtLab exploring gratitude through interactive media, sound, light and sculpture in a contemporary gallery setting. Visitors are invited to engage with the pieces, reflect on gratitude, and experience a collaborative multimedia environment curated by the artist.
VITA Free Drop-Off Tax Preparation
Free VITA drop-off tax preparation at the Boston Public Library, staffed by trained volunteers. They assist eligible taxpayers with federal returns; library staff cannot answer tax questions. Bring Social Security cards for all individuals and required documents; service is free.
Beyond The Spectrum Teens 12
An inclusive teen-focused workshop at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston titled Beyond the Spectrum, inviting 12-year-olds to explore art through interactive activities and guided gallery sessions. The program emphasizes accessibility and hands-on learning in a welcoming museum setting.
Like One of the Family: A Book Circle
Join Like One of the Family: A Book Circle at JustBook-ish in Boston for an informal, discussion-driven exploration of family themes in contemporary fiction. This ICS-hosted meetup invites readers to share impressions in a friendly, book-club setting.
Animation Disorientation – Animation Shorts
Animation Disorientation presents a program of animated shorts at the Brattle Theatre in Boston, with filmmakers in attendance. This in-person screening spotlights contemporary animation across varied styles, from experimental to narrative shorts.
Discovery Cart
Discover art with the MFA Boston's Discovery Cart—a hands-on gallery activity with discovery carts and short tours designed to bring artworks to life for families and curious visitors.
Popup Bookfair
ICS Popup Bookfair brings Boston readers to Short Path Distillery for a daytime literary pop-up featuring books, signings, and conversations with local authors. Discover indie presses, browse stalls, and enjoy a casual, bookish atmosphere in an unconventional venue.
Reading: The Great Brewster Journal of 1891
Author Stephanie Schorow presents a live reading of The Great Brewster Journal of 1891, recounting Boston Harbor Islands history with narrative flair at the Boston Public Library, Hyde Park. A scholarly yet accessible dive into local maritime lore for history lovers.
You Are What You Collect: Cyanotype Portraits
Polly Thayer Starr Visiting Studio Artist Ally Schmaling invites you to explore cyanotypes at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. In this hands-on portrait workshop, learn the vintage cyanotype process and create small, story-driven images from your collections, discovering how objects tell personal narratives.
Wendy Drexler and Mary Buchinger
Two authors, Wendy Drexler and Mary Buchinger, give a live literary reading at The Gloucester Writers Center in Boston, presenting selections from their work and engaging in a brief Q&A.
To My Best Friend Exhibition Tour
Join a guided tour of the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston's exhibition 'To My Best Friend', exploring contemporary artworks about friendship and memory in ICA Boston’s sleek waterfront galleries.
Virtual Descriptive Tour for Visually Impaired
Join a virtual descriptive tour at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston on March 21, 2026 at 15:00 UTC, designed for visitors who are blind or have low vision. Trained describers provide rich verbal descriptions of color, texture, and composition, letting you experience select artworks from home with accessibility-focused narration and Q&A.
Tell Us a Story!
Monthly gathering at Boston Public Library where writers share poetry and personal essays in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Attendees read aloud, share feedback, and connect with fellow authors in a relaxed literary community.
When the Rain Came - Reading with Matt Eicheldinger
Author Matt Eicheldinger presents a reading of When the Rain Came at Turtle Books in Boston, featuring a brief discussion and Q&A session. Set in a cozy bookstore, this literary event invites fans of contemporary fiction to hear passages aloud and engage with the author.
Gamelan Showdown: A Balinese Battle of the Bands
MIT hosts a Balinese gamelan showcase as Gamelan Galak Tika teams with Queens College's Gamelan Yowana Sari for a Balinese mebarung, a melodic battle featuring new works by Evan Ziporyn, Kyle Miller, and Théo Mérigeau. The concert at Thomas Tull Concert Hall invites listeners for a post-performance light reception and the release party for Yowana Sari's new album.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 - 40th Anniversary Screening
40th-anniversary screening of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 at Brattle Theatre in Boston. This rare 35mm print features horror icon Bill Moseley in person for a night of classic scares, hosted by Rucking Fotten.
Maria Stepanova and Sasha Dugdale with Sophie Pinkham
Two acclaimed poets, Maria Stepanova and Sasha Dugdale, join translator Sophie Pinkham for an intimate evening of poetry readings and conversation at Brookline Booksmith in Boston. Expect fresh verse, literary discussion, and insights into contemporary poetry.
On Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention
An evening talk at Brookline Booksmith in Boston about harm reduction and overdose prevention. The discussion covers evidence-based strategies, policy implications, and local resources, with practitioners sharing practical approaches in a welcoming bookstore setting.
IN THE BALANCE
IN THE BALANCE at The Wimberly Theatre in Boston is a contemporary drama that probes moral choices and human tension. A gripping live performance on March 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM in an intimate urban venue, inviting audiences to reflect as the story unfolds on stage.
Finding the Beast in You: Sculpture Demo
Join Ceramics Program instructor Steve Murphy for a one-day workshop in Boston's Ceramics Studio as he builds a mythical-beast incense burner in clay. Drawing on Japanese and Mayan sculpture, zoo-inspired textures, and multi-part construction, the demo explores texture, form, and creature design.
Studio Workshop: Portraiture with Evoke Tintype
Discover the historic tintype process in a hands-on studio at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Learn portrait techniques with Evoke Studios and create your own tintype portrait using period methods in this interactive workshop.
Death, Love, and Road Trips – Atypical Shorts
Program of atypical shorts at the Brattle Theatre, with filmmakers in attendance. A diverse lineup weaving love, road trips, and offbeat storytelling in an intimate cinema experience.
Build with TRAE & Z.ai @ Boston (Creative Lab)
Join Build with TRAE & Z.ai at Hurtig Hall in Boston for a hands-on AI-building workshop in a Creative Lab setting. Explore practical AI techniques with TRAE and Z.ai and collaborate on innovative projects in a tech-forward venue.
Bansari Mitra: Ghosts from the Past (Gothic & Postcolonial Novels)
Join Bansari Mitra at Lovestruck Books in Boston as she discusses Gothic and postcolonial themes in 19th- and 20th-century novels. The talk blends literary analysis with accessible readings, uncovering how ghosts from the past illuminate history, identity, and narrative across eras.
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