#WhereToBe 10.28–11.3
Each Friday, Epicenter features a special “where to be” post on their blog to make sure every day of the week has some sort of cultural event to check out. We hope that you all can come out into the community, learn, and commemorate some influential people and events around Boston! Have something coming up that you’d like to see here? Tweet us @epicentercom#WhereToBe.
Friday 10.28
Pop Up Gallery with Frandy Suero
Hosted by: Frandy Suero & Dudley Café
Join us at Dudley Café to see some of the amazing, colorful work of Frandy Suero. There’ll be plenty of refreshments, good vibes and music! Donations are welcome and every piece of art will be up for sale. All guests will have the opportunity to paint live on canvas! And did we mention that its free?
When: 5pm
Where: Dudley Café | 15 Warren St, Roxbury MA
For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1013014202161670/
Saturday 10.29
Take A Stand Own The Land Community Film Screening
Hosted by: Greater Boston Community Land Trust Network
“DSNI and the Greater Boston Community Land Trust Network are hosting the Boston Film Premiere of Arc of Justice. The film chronicles the remarkable story of the first community land trust in the US, started by civil rights leaders Charles and Shirley Sherrod and others. Join us to talk about how we can increase community control of land and housing in Boston.
This is a FREE event featuring one of the producers of the film, John Davis. Pizza and drinks will be provided.”
When: 12pm
Where: Dudley Branch of the Boston Public Library | 65 Warren St, Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
Sunday 10.30
Haunted Off The Wall — A Live Graffiti Art Gallery + Block Party
Hosted by: Ink Block Boston & New England Open Market
“Live graffiti art gallery + block party — #OFFTHEWALL is back by popular demand…..but this time it’s HAUNTED. Don’t miss Boston’s biggest Halloween block party featuring local and internationally recognized graffiti artists, musicians & creators of all kinds at the South End Open Market @ Ink Block.
Not to worry, our annual South End Open Market Halloween costume contest is also happening and this year’s theme is the ‘market of living dolls.’ The contest will kick off with a Halloween pet parade 12:30pm, followed by a march of the living dolls at 1:00pm. Prizes will be awarded to winners in multiple categories. Pumpkin painting will be available for children of all ages during the live gallery’s hours of operation. Beer and wine will be available for purchase starting at 11:00 am for those 21 years and over.”
When: 11am
Where: New England Open Markets | 375 Harrison Ave, Boston MA
For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/944115089028153/
Monday 10.31
Hyde Square Task Force Halloween Party
Hosted by: Hyde Square Task Force
“Hyde Square Task Force is partnering with the Connolly Branch Library to host our 3rd annual Halloween Festival! Neighborhood Stroll begins at the Connolly Library at 433 Centre Street and ends at the Blessed Sacrament Church Plaza, 361 Centre Street
for our spooktacular festival!
Festival activities include: a haunted house created by HSTF youth leaders hosted by Re/Max Destiny, games, prizes, face painting, and spooky decorations. Candy provided by United Latino Entrepreneurs.”
When: 3:30pm
Where: Blessed Sacrament Church Plaza | 361 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain
Tuesday 11.1
Tres Gatos Benefit Night For Teen Empowerment
Hosted by: The Center For Teen Empowerment, Inc. & Tres Gatos
“Please join us on Tuesday, November 1st by dining at Boston’s first full service, restaurant, book, and music store: Tres Gatos.10% of dining proceeds that night will be donated to fund Teen Empowerment’s work to involve youth as leaders of positive community change.
TE youth work to lower crime and violence, improve relationships among youth and between youth and adults, and use their unique talents to influence the policies that affect their lives. TE youth organizers implement police-youth dialogues, cultural celebrations and arts-based events, community meetings, and safe social events that engage thousands of youth and adults each year in helping to solve community issues.”
When: 5:30pm
Where: Tres Gatos | 470 Centre St, Jamaica Plain MA
For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1299495573415066/
Wednesday 11.2
Annual Artists Under The Dome
Hosted by: Massachusetts Artists Leaders Coalition
“For the tenth time, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is inviting Massachusetts artists working in all disciplines (visual arts, literary, performing, crafts, new media, etc.) to the State House on Wednesday, November 2nd, from 9:30am to 2pm in the State House’s Great Hall to thank them for all they contribute to our state’s economy and quality of life. As part of the 10th Annual event, there will be a lunch time celebration for the 10th Anniversary of this event! There will also be an afternoon panel unveiling MALC’s labor policy recommendations for the Commonwealth.
The entire event is free and open to the public. Those attending the State House event are strongly encouraged to register.”
When: 9:30am
Where: Massachusetts State House Great Hall of Flags | Boston, Massachusetts 02108
For more information and to register: http://www.artistsunderthedome.org
Thursday 11.3
Versus- Battle of the Best 16 Bars
Hosted by: Stae Tru & Stew Beats
“Thursday November 3rd Rappers/Emcees/Wordsmiths/Lyricists wanted! 3 Rounds, 3 Judges, 1 Winner. Winner will receive $150 Cash prize • 2 hours studio time with SOE Studios • 1 booked show @ The Stew: Beat Showcase. PLEASE email stewbeatshowcase@gmail.com with the subject line “Versus” to register for your slot. Limited slots available. 1st come 1st served.”
When: 10pm
Where: Middle East Upstairs | 472 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA
For more information, please go to: https://www.facebook.com/events/2209616439177588/
