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Updates to List of Free Movie Events-Summer 2010

A couple weeks ago I posted Huge List of Free Movie Events Summer 2010. Several more free movie events have come to my attention since then. Read about them below and keep checking back for more.


SomerMovie Fest 2010
From now through August 26, free movies will be shown in various Somerville parks every Thursday night at Dusk as part of the SomerMovie Fest 2010 free summer film series.

Here's the upcoming free movie schedule and locations:

July 22- The Blind Side (Lincoln Park, Washington Street)

July 29- Vertigo (Seven Hills Park, Davis Square)

August 5- Twilight: New Moon (Seven Hills Park, Davis Square)

August 12- Blades of Glory (Seven Hills Park, Davis Square)

August 19- Up (Powder House Park, Powder House Blvd.)

August 26- VIEWERS CHOICE (Seven Hills Park, Davis Square)



Family Film Festival at The Pru
The Prudential Center has announced the free movie schedule for the Magic 106.7 Family Film Festival. As a reminder, the family films will be shown every Saturday at Sundown a The Prudential Center's South Garden. The Prudential Center is located at 800 Boylston Street, Boston, 02199.

Schedule:

July 17- Monsters Vs. Aliens

July 24- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

July 31- Shrek

August 7- Kung Fu Panda

August 14- Planet 51

August 21- Up



Scene on the Green
The Scene on the Green Program offers free family movies in Cambridge through August 18, 2010. The free films will screen at various Cambridge locations each Wednesday at 7pm. There will also be entertainments such as music, clowns, jugglers and magicians. Scene on the Green is brought to us courtesy of the City of Cambridge Department of Human Service Programs Recreation, Youth and Community Schools Divisions. For more information call 617-349-6200.

Below is the Free Summer Movie Schedule and Cambridge Locations:

July 21- The Karate Kid (1984)
@ Donnelly Field (Rain Site: Frisoli Youth Center, 61 Willow Street, Cambridge 02141)
Live Entertainment by: Davey the Clown


July 28- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
@ Hoyt Field (Rain Site: Moore Youth Center, 12 Gilmore Street, Cambridge 02139)
Live Entertainment by: Vanessa Trien Performer


August 4- Where the Wild Things Are
@ Green Rose Heritage Park (Rain Site: TBA)
Live Entertainment by: Alexander the Jester


August 11- My Dog Skip
@ Rindge Field (Rain Site: Gately Youth Center, 70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge 02140)
Live Entertainment by: Jenny the Juggler


August 18- Up
@ Glacken Field (Rain Site: West Cambridge Youth Center, 680 Huron Ave., Cambridge 02138)
Live Entertainment by: Peter Panic Juggler




Free Movies on the Beach
The Revere Recreation Department presents a free movie night on Revere Beach on Thursdays during the summer at Dusk. Family friendly activities such as Jim the DJ and Pick a Party will begin as early as 6pm. The movies, whose titles have yet (as far as I can tell) to be announced, will screen at varying locations according to week.

Here's where to find the free flicks:

July 22- William G. Reinstein Band Stand.
July 29- Kelly's Roast Beef

August 5- Band Stand
August 12- Kelly's Roast Beef

For more info, call 781-286-8193.







BostonFreeFilms is also a great website to check for free movie sources and updates.
This is a great week for remarkable events in Boston and surrounding areas, including Cambridge, Somerville, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain and Brookline. Many of the cool things to do unfortunately overlap with one another, though, so you'll have to be selective.

I tried to offer as many opportunities as I felt worthwhile to mention since we all of course have unique preferences. So below, some things to keep you busy around the Boston Metro Area from July 14-July 17, 2010. Most of the events listed here are either free or very reasonably priced.


To Kill a Mockingbird: 50th Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
6pm
Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge
617-661-1515
$10

In honor of the 50th Anniversary of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Harvard Book Store and the Brattle Theatre present a panel discussion about such themes as the historical and cultural significance of this literary classic. A film screening of To Kill a Mockingbird, the movie (1962), starring George Peck, will follow the discussion. $10 tickets include both the movie and discussion. Get tickets.



Free Orchestra Concert at the Hatch Shell
Wednesdays, July 14- September 1, 2010
7pm
DCR Memorial Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade, 10 Storrow Dr., Boston 02114
617-520-2200
All Ages
FREE

On Wednesdays at 7pm during the summer months, the Boston Landmarks Orchestra will be performing Beethoven's works for a free concert at the DCR Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade. For more information on BLO or the free summer orchestra concerts click here.


Trailer Treats and Trailer Smackdown @ Brattle Theatre
Thursday, July 15
7:30pm
Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle Street, Cambridge 02138
617-876-6837
$12 or $10/Members, Students, Seniors

The Trailer Treats special event is when the Brattle Theatre digs through its archives of movie trailers and pulls out the most remarkable one to admire, mock or pity. The event on July 15th will additionally include the 4th Annual Trailer Smackdown Competition where the audience pics the winner. If that weren't enough, there will also be live music, beer and BBQ in store for those who are smart enough to attend.



12th Annual Lantern Festival
Thursday, July 15, 2010 (Raindate is July 22)
6pm-9pm
Forest Hills, 95 Forest Hills Ave, Jamaica Plain, 02130
617.524.3150
All Ages
FREE

Members of the public are invited to Forest Hills in Jamaica Plain to celebrate the memories of their loved ones who have passed. The annual Lantern Festival is a tradition based on the Japanese Bon Festival, where visitor decorate paper lanterns with calligraphy and messages for their dead loved ones and at sunset, send them afloat in a small lake. Thousands gather to participate in this festival every year and with all of the candle lit lanterns set adrift at once, the sight is sure to be both breathtaking and emotional. The Lantern Festival at Forest Hills will also offer multi-cultural dance and music entertainment.

Admission to the festival is free with a requested $10 donation per lantern. Picnic and blankets as well as mosquito repellent and flashlights are encouraged. For more information or directions to Forest Hills Cemetery, visit foresthillstrust.org.






Free Movie for Seniors: Up in the Air
Thursday, July 15, 2010
2pm-4pm
Boston Public Library, Rabb Lecture Hall, 700 Boylston St., Boston 02116
617-536-5400
FREE

Boston Public Library and the Never Too Late Group offer free movie screenings on Thursdays from 2-4pm; the movie selections are geared toward adults and seniors. This week's free movie is Up in the Air. Watch Trailer


Free Movie: Without Love
Thursday, July 15, 2010
6pm
Boston Public Library, Rabb Lecture Hall, 700 Boylston St. Boston, 02116
617-536-5400
FREE

Boston Public Library presents "Hepburn and Tracy- A Summer Film Series", a group that meets each Thursday at 6pm to watch a free movie related to the group theme. This week's free film is Without Love. More info.



SomerMovie Fest presents Star Trek
Thursday, July 15
@ Dusk
Seven Hills Park, Davis Square, Somerville
Rated PG-13
FREE

On Thursday evenings at Dusk through August 26th, SomerMovie Fest presents free movie screenings in Somerville parks. The free movie on July 15th will be Star Trek (2009).





Free Friday Flicks: Star Trek
Friday, July 16, 2010
Movie begins at Sunset (8:30pm-ish)
DCR Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade, 10 Storrow Drive, Boston 02114
617-787-7200
All Ages
FREE

The public is invited to watch a free screening of Star Trek(200) at the DCR Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade as part of the Free Friday Flicks Series presented by WBZ News Radio 1030 and the DCR. This movie will be presented in surround sound.


Free Movie: Field of Dreams
Friday, July 16, 2010
@ Dusk
Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Boston 02110
FREE

Boston Harbor Hotel presents Field of Dreams as part of the Movies By Moonlight Summer Film Series.





"Children Around the World" Charity Date Auction
Friday, July 16
6pm-10pm
Sanctuary, 189 State St., Boston
617.381.4746
$5-$15

Anthem Entertainment presents the "Children Around the World" Charity Date Auction where 15 eligible men and women from Boston will be auctioned off for a night of dinner, drinks and an activity for two. With your $5 ticket donation, you will get complimentary hors d'oevres from 6-8pm. Upgrade to a $15 VIP Ticket and in addition to the free food you'll get a swag bag and *extra*(anthemevents.com) perks during the cocktail reception. The auction will begin at 8pm w/ Julie Wetherbee (Dirty Water TVas host. Proceeds from the Charity Date Auction will benefit Boston Children's Chorus and CHOSA.




Festival Betances: Latino Arts Event
Friday, July 16 6-7:30pm
Saturday, July 17 2:30-7:30pm
Sunday, July 18 1:30-6:30pm
Plaza Betances, 100 W. Dedham Street, South End, Boston
617-927-1717
All Ages
FREE

From July 16 through July 18 the Villa Victoria community of the South End will transform into a Latino arts and culture extravaganza. The Festival Betances will include music and dance performances, artisans, food, and kid friendly activities. The event's Salsa headliners will be Paquito Acosta and Michael Stuart. "Venezuelan Harp Virtuoso", Leonard Jácome will also give a US Premiere performance.



First Annual African Festival of Boston
Saturday, July 17
9am-9pm
City Hall Plaza, Government Center, Boston
857-249-3831
All Ages
FREE

Shalupe Foundation and the festival committee present the First Annual African Festival of Boston to celebrate 50 years of independence for 31 African countries. This exciting event will take place a the City Hall Plaza in Boston's Government Center, just outside of the Government Center T-Stop on the Green Line Train. The festival expects to draw in visitors from all over New England for a full day and evening's worth of music, food, crafts, education, resources and more. There will be live performances by local and international African bands including world renowned artists Teeyah (Cote d’Ivoire) and Bouro Mpela (DRC). There will also be a Drum Call Parade which will leave from the Boston Common at 10am. For more information on the African Festival of Boston visit the event website or call the number above.




Burlesque-A-Pades at The Coolidge
Saturday, July 17, 2010
@fter Midnite
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline 02445
617.734.2501
$15/Advance, $18/Day of

The Coolidge After Midnite Series presents Burlesque-A-Pades, a group of some of the country’s most desirable (so “they” say) burlesque performers on tour from New York City. The late night show will feature such names as Angie Pontani and Kitten De Ville (former Miss Exotic World winners) along with Melody Sweets, The World Famous Pontani Sisters, Helen Pontani and Special Guests. Murray Hill aka Mister Showbiz will appear as the evening’s host. Get Tickets


Free Family Film:Monsters Vs. Aliens
Saturday, July 17
6pm
South Garden @ The Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St, Boston 02199
1-800-Shop-Pru
All Ages
FREE

Magic 106.7 presents the Third Annual Family Film Festival each Saturday at 6pm at The Prudential Center from July 17 through August 21st.


Free Concert: Eddie Money
Saturday, July 17, 2010
7pm (Rain OR Shine)
DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, 10 Storrow Drive, Boston
(617) 626-1250
All Ages
FREE

Oldies 103.3 WODS-FM presents Eddie Money live in concert as part of their Free Summer Concert Series. Eddie Money's repertoire of hit songs include "Take Me Home Tonight", "Two Tickets to Paradise", and "Baby Hold On". The free concert will take place at the DCR Hatch Shell on the Esplanade, rain or shine. Eddie Money will be joined by special guests John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band.




Franklin Park Bicycle Festival
Saturday, July 17
10am-2pm
Franklin Park, One Franklin Park Road, Boston
617-442-4141
All Ages
FREE

The Bicycle Festival will take place at the Franklin Park, at the rear zoo entrance, near Seaver St. and Elm Hill Ave., next to the Playstead Ballfields. THere will be free bike rentals, guided bicycle tours, bike repairs, helmet fitting and other bicycle related activities for all ages. The Franklin Bicycle Festival is sponsored by Boston Bike, Boston Center for Youth & Families, DotBike, Rozzie Bikes, JP Bikes, and the City of Boston.

Boston Events: May 30, Sunday

America's Heroes: Al Maze's Memorial Day Tour @ Forest Hills
Friday, May 30, 2010
2pm
Forest Hills Cemetery, 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, 02130
617.524.3150
FREE

Walk with Al Maze, Forest Hills Expert and 12 Years-old Tour Leader for one of his most popular tours. The Annual Memorial Day walking adventure will celebrate soldiers and survivors of famous American wars and battles with stories derived from real letters, diaries and newspaper accounts.



Film: They Were Expendable w/ Special Guest
Mary Anne Owen, Daughter of Donna Reed

Sunday, May 30, 2010
7pm
Carpenter Center for the Arts, 24 Quincy Street, Cambridge, 02138
(617) 495-4700
$0-$9, FREE w/ Harvard Student Id.

Soldier John Ford aka Director John Ford was forced to leave his duty(and his men) in the Armed Services behind in order to return to Hollywood to direct this film, They Were Expendable. Some believe it was his still recent experience with war that made the film so accurate in its portrayal of the bond that develops between soldiers and the sense of despair that they share. They Were Expendable features Robert Montgomery, John Wayne and Donna Reed. The film screening on May 30th will be introduced by Mary Anne Owen, daughter of Donna Reed. She will also be reading GI letters that were written to her mother during WWII.

Boston Events: May 27, Thursday

Borromeo String Quartet Concert
Sunday, May 27, 2010
2pm
Forest Hills Cemetery, 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, 02130
617.524.3150
$25/$30 or $55/VIP

Forest Hills Trust presents a performance by the Burromeo String Quartet for this year's Spring Concert. The Borromeo String Quartet is well known for distinctive interpretations of Franz Joseph Hadyn's work, the composer considered to be the Father of the String Quartet. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 617.524.3354. Alternatively you can send an email to tickets@foresthillstrust.org with the number of tickets you'd like to reserve and a daytime phone number; someone will call you back to confirm. Ticket prices are $30 ($25 for Members) for regular admission and $55 for VIP admission which includes better seating and access to a post concert reception with the musicians.

Boston Events: May 23, Sunday

Boston Theatre Marathon
Sunday, May 23rd
12pm Noon - 10pm
Boston Center for the Arts, Stanford Calderwood Pavillion, 527 Tremont St., Boston
617.353.5443
$25/Advance, $30/Door

The Boston Playwrights' Theatre 12th Annual Boston Theatre Marathon will feature 50 ten minute plays by 50 New England Playwrights presented by 50 New England Theatre Companies, all in a span of ten hours. The Boston Theatre Marathon is made possible through a grant from The Humanities Foundation at Boston University and will showcase some of the best of the Boston area's Playwrights, Actors and Directors. Proceeds from this Boston theater event will benefit the Theater Community Benevolent Fund. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $30 or in advance for $25.



They Might Be Giants Family Concert
Sunday, May 23, 2010
12pm & 3pm (Sold Out)
The Regent Theatre, 7 Medford St., Arlington
781-646-4TIX (4849) (tickets)
All Ages
$22

They Might Be Giants, alternative rock band and present time creators and performers of children's music will be at The Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA to play a concert for families, to benefit the Boston by Foot non-profit. They will be performing songs for families and kids that both educate and entertain, including tunes from their latest album, Here Comes Science. Get They Might Be Giants Tickets.



Food Not Bombs 30th Anniversary Festival
May 23, 2010
12pm to 5pm
Boston Common, Park Street T Stop., Tremont St & Park St. Boston
All Ages
FREE

Food Not Bombs, the group of anti-nuclear activists who cook for peace began as a small group in Cambridge, MA and now exist all over the world. On May they will hold a festival to celebrate their 30th Anniversary at the Boston Common, near the Park Street T Stop. One can expect to find live music and theatre, informational materials, kids' activities and of course, food. Food Not Bombs


All You Can Eat Hot Dogs, Sausages and Sundaes
Sunday, May 23, 2010
12pm Noon to 5pm
Suffolk Downs, 111 Waldemar Ave., East Boston
617-783-3333
All Ages
$15/Advance, $20/Door, Free/Kids 5 and Under

The Phantom Gourmet's Annual Hot Dog Safari is back again, to take place at Suffolk Downs in East Boston, to raise money for The Joey Fund and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Hot Dog Safari will deliver plenty of activities for adults and kids of all ages to enjoy. Make sure to how up with an empty stomach to take advantage of all you can eat hot dogs, sausages and ice cream sundaes. Additional festivities will include a Hot Dog Eating Contest, Live horse racing, balloons, clowns and face painting and carnival style rides for kids. Buy tickets in advance online, by phone (1-800-MY-SEATS) or at certain Ace Ticket Locations.


Auto Museum Lawn Event: Cadillac Day
Sunday, May 23, 2010
10am to 3pm
Larz Anderson Auto Museum, 15 Newton Street Brookline 02445
617-522-6547
All Ages
$10/Car Registration (Driver and 1 Guest), Spectators: $10/Adult, $5/Military, Seniors, Students, Kids 6-12, FREE/Children under age 6

The Lawn Event Season at Larz Anderson Auto Museum will kickoff with Cadillac Day, sponsored by New England Region of Cadillac LaSalle Club. Come hang out with fellow classic car enthusiasts with your own Cadillac or as a spectator. This event is suitable for adults as well as kids of all ages. Pre-Register your car



Uncle Moishy in Concert
Sunday, May 23, 2010
2pm to 3:30pm
Brookline High, 113 Greenough Street, Brookline, MA 02446
(617)731-5330
All Ages
$10 (Children Under Age 2 get in free)

Uncle Moishy, the Jewish Entertainer for kids, will appear live in concert at Brookline High School on May 23rd. The event is sponsored by New England Hebrew Academy and is recommended for kids aged 0-12. Purchase Tickets



Fabulous Trees of JP: Bike Ride Tour
Sunday, May 23, 2010
10am-11am
Ferris Wheels, 66 South Street, Jamaica Plain, 02130
617-524-BIKE (2453)
All ages bike riders
FREE

Rich Gargiulo, Landscaper and Arborist will lead a bike ride tour around Jamaica Plain to identify and discuss 10 unique trees of the JP Boston neighborhood that are believed to be exceptional in their existence. The bike ride tour will move at a slow, easy pace and all members of the family are invited to participate. The group will meet at 10am in front of the Ferris Wheels Bike Shop.

Things to Do With Kids in Boston: May

Green Apple Kids Band
Saturday, May 1, 2010
10:30am
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline 02446
617-734-2501
Ages 3+
$8/Kids, $10/Adults

The Green Apple Kids Band consists of three human members Steve, Jackie and Rob and one puppet known as Willa the Worm. They perform in such a way that makes learning fun with songs and dances about such Earth-conscious topics as recycling and nature. Get tickets.



Family Fishing Festival in Brookline
Sunday, May 2, 2010
9am to 12pm
Brookline Reservoir, Rte. 9 at Sumner Rd., Brookline
(508) 389-6309
All Ages
$5/Family with pre-registration


MassWildlife and the Brookline Recreation Department are giving you and your family access to the Brookline Reservoir where along with fishing instruction you can learn things like safety, ethics and the equipment required for the sport. All ages and levels of experience are invited to participate. Fishing equipment and bait will be available but only in a limited quantity so you are encouraged to bring your own if you have it. Prior registration is strongly recommended and will get you a discounted rate of $5 per family. Call Program Coordinator Jim Lagacy at (508) 389-6309 or send an email to jim.lagacy@state.ma.us.




22nd Annual Return of Swans to Pubic Garden
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
11am
Public Garden, Beacon St. & Charles St., Boston 02116
All Ages
FREE

Every Spring the Return of Boston's famous and beloved swans (Romeo and Juliet) makes for quite an occasion. This year is no exception. On May 4, Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Boston Parks Commissioner Antonia Pollak, and Four Seasons Hotel Boston General Manager Bill Taylor will lead a celebration in the Public Garden to welcome the swans back to their "lagoon". Festivities will be offered in the form of a brass band, face painting and food vendors offering refreshments and free samples. There will also be a parade beginning at 11:30am at the conrer of Beacon St. and Charles St. by the Make Way For Ducklings statue.


Sound Science Fun!
Saturday, May 8, 2010
3:30pm
Club Passim, 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge
617-491-2382
Kids of all ages
$5/Kids, $8/Members, $10/Non-Members

As part of the Passim Culture for Kids series, Club Passim presents "Sound Science Fun!" an interactive lesson about instruments and sound. Audience members will be encouraged to sing along with various catchy tunes and some will have the opportunity to participate in demonstrations on stage. More Info


A Tribute to Mothers: Free Performance Event
Saturday, May 8, 2010
11am to 3pm
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, Wharf District Parks, Boston
617-292-0020
All Ages
FREE

The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Conservancy invites all mothers and their families out for a free day of performances by the Boston Ballet and Boston Ballet Orchestra with Conductor Jonathon McPhee. The event, geared to celebrate all mothers out there promises to include pampering for moms along with activities for children. A Tribute to Mothers


Ducklings Day Childrens Parade
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10:30am (Parade @ 12pm Noon)
Boston Public Garden, Boston 02116
617-266-5669
All Ages
$25/Family

Children of all ages are invited to the Boston Public Garden to take part in a celebration of the Childrens Book Classic, "Make Way for Ducklings" by Robert McCloskey. The Harvard University Marching Band will lead the kids, who are encouraged to dress up as their favorite ducky characters, in a parade in which they retrace the steps of the ducks as told in the book. The parade will begin at noon but get there as early as 10:30am to pre-register and enjoy the entertainment. The meeting place is on the Boston Common at the base of the Shaw Memorial below the State House. Stick around after the parade to enjoy birthday cake for the Friends of Public Gardens' 40th Anniversary. For more info and tickets, Ducklings Day Parade




Live Music by Magnolia
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
2pm
Maria Baldwin Elementary School, 28 Sacramento St., Cambridge
617-491-2382
All Ages
$5 Suggested Donation for families, Free for after school programs

Passim Culture for Kids and Agassiz Baldwin Introducing Art present a live music concert by Louisiana band, Magnolia. Alan Bradbury, Michelle Kaminsky and Martin Grosswendt bring you an afternoon of upbeat Cajun French music as they sing and play songs familiar to Louisiana traditions. Unique instruments to be used include the accordion, triangle and fiddle.



Childrens' Concert w/ Sara Wheeler and Little Groove
Saturday, May 22, 2010
10:30am
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline, 02446
(617) 734-2501
Ages 5 and up
$8/Kids, $10/Adults

Sara Wheeler, internationally recognized acoustic folk artist and her group Little Groove, which was formed in 2006 and has been writing and performing hundreds of upbeat, educational children songs ever since, will appear live in concert at the Coolidge Corner Theatre on May 22. Get Tickets


Teddy Bear Check-Up Day
Saturday, May 22, 2010
11am to 3pm
Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 02180
781-438-5100

May 22nd is Teddy Bear Check-Up Day at Stone Zoo. Kids are invited to bring in their teddy bear for a check up by Zoo Staff. The day will also include a parade your child and teddy bear can partake in as well as two presentations of the Keeper Encounters Show featuring Stone Zoo's black bears, Smoky and Bubba (at 11:30am and 1:30pm). As if that weren't enough there will also be a Moovin' and Groovin' Interactive Concert from 12:30pm to 1:30pm with Special Guest, Su Eaton.


Kids Hands On Design Workshop @ ICA
Saturday, May 29, 2010
10am to 4pm
Institute of Contemporary Art, 100 Northern Ave, Boston 02210
617-478-3100
Ages 12 and under
FREE

As part of the Play Date events series, the Institute of Contemporary Art invites kids 12 and under and their families for a free tour of the museum and a hands on design workshop where they will be able to redesign the City of Boston and make a few souvenirs to take home. At 2pm, MIT Urban Designers will lead a hands on class in the Art Lab involving idea for the Boston Waterfront.



Looney Tunes Weekend @ The Coolidge
Saturday May 29 & Sunday, May 30
10:30am
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline, 02446
(617) 734-2501
Ages 3 and up
$5/Kids, $7/Adults

The Looney Tunes Weekend at Coolidge Corner Theatre was originally scheduled as part of the weekend Kids Shows series of events but anyone who appreciates the classic WB animated Looney Tunes series will enjoy this weekend long presentation of the original cartoons. Get Tickets

Boston Events: May 9, 2010 (Mother's Day)

Lilac Sunday at the Arboretum
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10am to 4pm
Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain
617.524.1718
All Ages
FREE

You and your family are invited to spend an activity packed day at the Arnold Arboretum for the celebration of the lilac flowering plant. Festivities are planned between the hours of 10am and 4pm including dance performances and of course, tours of the lilacs. And for this special occasion only, visitors are welcome to picnic. Lilac Sunday


Ducklings Day Childrens Parade
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10:30am (Parade @ 12pm Noon)
Boston Public Garden, Boston 02116
617-266-5669
All Ages
$25/Family

Children of all ages are invited to the Boston Public Garden to take part in a celebration of the Childrens Book Classic, "Make Way for Ducklings" by Robert McCloskey. The Harvard University Marching Band will lead the kids, who are encouraged to dress up as their favorite ducky characters, in a parade in which they retrace the steps of the ducks as told in the book. The parade will begin at noon but get there as early as 10:30am to pre-register and enjoy the entertainment. The meeting place is on the Boston Common at the base of the Shaw Memorial below the State House. Stick around after the parade to enjoy birthday cake for the Friends of Public Gardens' 40th Anniversary. For more info and tickets, Ducklings Day Parade



Stone Zoo: Free Day for Moms
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10am to 6pm
Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 02180
781-438-5100
FREE for Moms

All Moms get free admission to Stone Zoo on May 9, Mother's Day.



Franklin Park Zoo: Free Day for Moms
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10am to 6pm
Franklin Park Zoo, One Franklin Park Rd., Dorchester, 02121
617-541-LION (5466)
FREE for Moms

All Moms get free admission to Franklin Park Zoo on May 9, Mother's Day.



Mothers Day Mixed Media Art Workshop
Sunday, May 9, 2010
1pm to 3pm
Institute of Contemporary Art, 100 Northern Ave., Boston 02210
617-478-3100
Price Varies

Mothers and children are invited to Drawings: Layered, Upside-Down and Reassembled, a special Mother's Day Workshop at the Institute of Contemporary Art. Families will have the opportunity to represent their family structure through unique art forms with a variety of provided tools and materials. The workshop costs $30 for a nonmember adult and one child; additional adults are $15 and each additional child is $10.


Moms Rock! Brunch @ Hard Rock Cafe
Sunday, May 9, 2010
9am to 12pm Noon
Hard Rock Cafe Boston, 22-24 Clinton St., Boston 02109
617-424-7625
All Ages
$13.95/Adults, $9.95/Kids, Free/Children 2 and under

Hard Rock Cafe and New England Aquarium have collaborated to bring you and your family a special Mother's Day Brunch. Get the opportunity to meet and greet animal characters (Rockhopper Penguins) from the Aquarium while, of course, enjoying your meal surrounded by unique rock' n 'roll memorabilia at the Hard Rock Cafe. Then afterward, head over to the New England Aquarium with the free admission voucher that all moms attending the brunch will receive for a full day of fun. To reserve a spot for your family, RSVP to Ashley at ashley_gonyaw@hardrock.com or 617-424-7625.


Stone Zoo: Free Day for Moms
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10am to 6pm
Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham, 02180
781-438-5100
FREE for Moms

All Moms get free admission to Stone Zoo on May 9, Mother's Day.



Franklin Park Zoo: Free Day for Moms
Sunday, May 9, 2010
10am to 6pm
Franklin Park Zoo, One Franklin Park Rd., Dorchester, 02121
617-541-LION (5466)
FREE for Moms

All Moms get free admission to Franklin Park Zoo on May 9, Mother's Day.



FilmRodrigo D.: No Future (Rodrigo D. no futuro) w/
Special Appearance by Director Victor Gaviria

Sunday, May 9, 2010
7pm
Carpenter Center for the Arts, 24 Quincy Street, Cambridge, 02138
(617) 495-4700
$12

Harvard Film Archive presents Rodrigo D.: No Future (Rodrigo D. no futuro) by Director Victor Gaviria about a character who, in the midst of poverty, abandons his dreams of becoming a drummer in a punk band and turns to a life of violent crime. This film is noted for Gaviria's skillful blend of realism with other styles and for the use of music to show a contrast of happiness in the life of Rodrigo D. Rodrigo D.: No Future was the first film directed by Gaviria, who will make a special appearance at the screening on May 9th. (Note: Gaviria will also be present for screenings of his films The Rose Seller (La vendedora de rosas) on May 7th and Additions and Subtractions (Medellin: sumas y restas) on May 8th; both, also, at the Carpenter Center for the Arts).


Aqua Teen Hunger Force (ATHF) @ The Wilbur
Sunday, May 9, 2010
7pm
The Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston 02116
(617) 248-9700
$25
Dave Willis and Dana Snyder, of original Adult Swim animation Aqua Teen Hunger Force (ATHF) will appear live on May 9th at The Wilbur Theatre to deliver a performance with the show's lead characters "Master Shakes", "Frylock" and "Meatwad". Get Tickets.

Boston Events: Sunday, May 16, 2010

Emerging America Performing Arts Festival
Friday May 14 through Sunday, May 16, 2010
Various Locations in Boston and Cambridge

Brought to you by A.R.T. American Repertory Theater, Huntington Theatre Company and Institute of Contemporary Art Boston, the Emerging America 3-day festival will showcase the latest work in American Contemporary Theater. For details, refer to the
Schedules of Events, which vary by day and are distributed among three Boston and Cambridge performance venues. A kickoff festival, parade and party is planned for Sunday, May 2 to coincide with Harvard Business Association's annual Mayfair Event.


SoWa Art Walk
Saturday, May 15- Sunday, May 16, 2010
11am to 6pm
All Ages
FREE

The South of Washington Street area (aka SoWa) of the South End in Boston will hold its annual Spring Art Walk on the weekend of the 15th of May. Between the hours of 11am and 6pm, the public is invited (and encouraged!) to visit artists in their studios while strolling admidst the many cafes, boutiques and restaurants also celebrating the Art Walk event.
SoWa Art Walk


SoWa Open Market
Sundays, May 16- October
10am to 4pm
460 Harrison Ave., South End, Boston
All Ages
FREE

If you enjoy browsing unique artistic creations by local artists, the SoWa Open Market can be your Sunday afternoon delight. Every Sunday from May 16 through October between 10am and 4pm, the South End's SoWa neighborhood presents live music, fresh food and produce markets, and tent after tent of photographers, painters, potters, glass artists, jewelry designers, etc with great items to sell. Note that the
SoWa Sundays Open Market has moved to 460 Harrison Avenue, just down the street from its previous location.


Birds and Bards Festival Family Concert
Sunday, May 16, 2010
11am
Forest Hills, 95 Forest Hills Ave, Jamaica Plain, 02130
617.524.0128
All Ages
$12/Nonmembers, $10/Members, Free/Children Under Age 14

As part of the Birds and Bards Festival, the Solar Winds Quintet will perform the Peter and the Wolf Folk Tale as it was set to music by Sergei Prokovief. The flute, oboe, clarinet and french horn will accompany a narration of the tale.


Horticultural Walking Tour of Forest Hills Cemetery
Sunday, May 16, 2010
2pm
Forest Hills, 95 Forest Hills Ave., Jamaica Plain, 02130
617.524.0128
All Ages
$9


Historian Anthony Sammarco will lead a tour of the Forest Hills Cemetery grounds exploring the fruits, trees and flower creations by 19th Century Boston Horticulturists, aka "Experimental Gardeners". You will also get to taste some of the foods their efforts have resulted in such as Bartlett's Pear and Downer's Late Cherry. The walk will start at the Main Gate and will run about 2 hours. Visitors are advised to bring comfortable shoes and water. This tour will take place as part of the Weekend Birds and Bards Festival.


Goethe German Films Presents Hilde
Sunday, May 16, 2010
11am
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 590 Harvard St., Brookline, 02446
(617) 734-2501
$5

The Goethe-Institute Boston and Coolidge Corner Theatre present Hilde, a German film about a determined young actress searching for fame in Berlin during the year 1943, just after the collapse of Nazi Germany. This German film with English subititles is being offered as part of The Goethe German Films Series, which features new and award winning German films with a focus on new directors and films that are rarely shown outside Europe. More Details and Tickets