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1/6/2012Rob Rudin's Half-Jewish "Band"
Date: 01/24/2012
Time: 8:00 pm
Link: www.JohnnyDs.com

Rob Rudin's Half-Jewish, double bill with Naftule’s Dream.
10/21/2011SomerStreets Series Fall Festival - Monster Mashed Up
Date: 10/23/2011
Time: 12 Noon to 4:00 pm
Link: www.somervillema.gov/alerts/2nd-annual-somerstreets-series

2nd Annual SomerStreets Series Final Event - Fall Festival, Monster Mashed Up
9/20/2011HONK! Festival 2011, Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, 2011
Sixth Annual Festival of Activist Street Bands
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Man dies while out chopping wood

NORTHFIELD, Mass. - Police say a 79-year-old man has died after striking his head while out in the woods near his Northfield home. Police say Robert "Bucky" Rogers often went in the woods near his home to chop firewood, but his son became concerned when he didn't return home early Sunday afternoon.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:55:09 GMT)
Feds probe hospital's billing practices

BOSTON - Officials at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center have confirmed that federal investigators have subpoenaed six years of hospital records as part of an investigation into whether the hospital overbilled Medicare by admitting patients for short stays who could have been treated less expensively as outpatients.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:44:18 GMT)
Tonight at 10: Government informants

UNDERCOVER - An internal investigation into the FBI's use of a controversial informant is picking up steam. The FBI is looking into its use of Mark Rossetti as a paid informant, despite his long criminal history and alleged role as a captain in the Boston mob.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:11:43 GMT)
Boston Police Dept. site still offline

Boston police hope to have their Web site's blog up and running by later Monday as they continue investigating into the hacking of their Web site.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:58:51 GMT)
Chuck Turner wants to be reimbursed

BOSTON – Ousted Boston City Councilor and convicted felon Chuck Turner is making a request to the state's highest court Monday. Turner wants to be reimbursed for the back pay he lost when he was removed from his Council seat in 2010.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:49:08 GMT)
Body found in River in Waltham

WALTHAM – A man's body was discovered floating in the Charles River, near the Moody Street Bridge Sunday afternoon in Waltham. State police say the death is not suspicious and foul play is being ruled out.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:40:40 GMT)
14 arrested at UMass after Super Bowl

BOSTON - A spokesman for the University of Massachusetts in Amherst says 14 people have been arrested after police in riot gear were forced to disperse hundreds of students when the Patriots lost the Super Bowl.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:16:25 GMT)
Four hurt in Revere crash

REVERE – Four people were rushed to the hospital following a two-car crash in Revere overnight. It happened on Route 60 westbound at Revere Street.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:13:35 GMT)
Rollover shuts down Rt. 128 in Danvers

DANVERS - One person was killed and another seriously injured in a crash on Route 128 South in Danvers on Sunday night.

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:48:33 GMT)
Four injured, one killed in car wreck

HYDE PARK - A 24-year-old man was killed and four others were injured in an early morning car accident in Hyde Park.
 

(Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:46:13 GMT)

3/10/2009U2 plays at the Somerville Theater on March 11, 2009
It will be a private concert in the heart of Davis Square.
 
Local Stories
11/5/2010Loss of Humanity at #6 Gibbens Street in Somerville on Nov. 2, 2010
A young man in trouble, ran into the night from his mother's home, and as a result of it is now dead.
 
General News
2/3/2010Gentle Dental Announces Their Newest Affordable Family Dental Care Practice in Twin City Plaza.
Somerville location will provide payment options, all Dental Specialists on staff, evening & Saturday hours, and free parking.
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When: May 16, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Wed, 16 May 2012 20 )
Punch Brothers
When: Feb 23, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19 )
Punch Brothers
When: Feb 24, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19 )
BeauSoleil Avec Michael Doucet & Marcia Ball
BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet “One of the most colorful roots bands on the scene. Bon temps, every time they play.”—The New York Times Marcia Ball "A sensational, saucy singer and superb pianist . . . where Texas stomp-rock and Louisiana blues-swamp meet."—USA Today BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet and Marcia Ball present a heart-racing musical tour of the American South and Gulf Coast. With a celebrated 35-year career, BeauSoleil has been taking the rich Cajun traditions of Louisiana and artfully blending elements of Zydeco, New Orleans jazz, Tex-Mex, country, blues and more. Singer/pianist Marcia Ball knows how to raise roofs and tear down walls with her infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional brand of southern boogie, rollicking roadhouse blues and heartfelt ballads. Her exquisite piano playing and passionate, playful vocals fuse New Orleans and Gulf Coast R&B with Austin's deep songwriting tradition.

When: Feb 26, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $35 (Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19 )
The Dear Hunter
When: May 9, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Wed, 09 May 2012 19 )
Sim Redmond Band


When: Apr 14, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20 )
Beginner Soul line dancing @ Dance Union
This class meets weekly for beginner sessions to learn all of the old and new soul line dances seen at socials and the club floor. Come for FUN or FITNESS to learn "Electric Slide, Cha Cha Slide, Big Dawg, Cupid Shuffle, Wobble the latest mainstream Soul line dance. A Mthly session held just for Kids the last Sunday in the month. Inquire to bring your students, class, or party for lessons

When: Feb 12, 2012 11:45:00 AM to Feb 12, 2012 12:45:00 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:45:00 )
JIMMY'S DOWN


When: Mar 2, 2012 10 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22 )
Family & Children's Concerts: Tufts University
Tufts Saturday Family and Children's Concert Series is especially designed for children and their families. These concerts are FREE and take place in Distler Performance Hall at the Granoff Music Center. Program information is subject to change.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 1:00 PM
Tufts Takht
Tufts Takht (the Arabic Music Ensemble) performs, featuring Kareem Roustom, director.
Distler Performance Hall. Free; no tickets required.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 1:00 PM
Kiniwe
Kiniwe (Tufts African Music Ensemble) performs, featuring Nani Agbeli, director.
Distler Performance Hall. Free; no tickets required.



When: Mar 3, 2012 1 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 03 Mar 2012 13 )
37th Boston Science Fiction Film Festival
The Festival shows new science fiction film makers from around the world. It features shorts, animation, local projects as well as regular movies. The 'Thon highlights recent films, the best form the Festival as well as special revivals, games and guests.

ENjoy 10 days of new & vintage science fiction films from around the world culminating in The 'Thon, a 24 hour cinematic event that starts at noon (2/19) & ends at noon the next day (2/20).

All at the Somerville Theatre



When: Feb 10, 2012 7 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: Festival pass is $90 (includes The 'Thon)'Thon is $60.Special prices for kids, but only at klaatu@bostonsci-fi.com (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07 )
Brian McKenzie


When: Apr 14, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20 )
Ras na hEireann | Somerville, MA 02144 | Sunday, March 18 ...
Entry fee is $31.00 and it will include a quality multi-colored short sleeve T-shirt with Irish theme, finishers? medal & great post-race party. 5000 registered runner & walker limit. Cash awards will be offered for the top six women and top six men, with an additional bonus of $100 if either winner is a native of Ireland. The total cash prize package is $2,350.00. Additionally, there will be unique engraved medals awarded in age groups and special divisions. Awards are available for teams, masters, mixed open, mixed masters, and individual.

When: Mar 18, 2012 11 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: (Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11 )
BeauSoleil
Age Limit: All Ages

BeauSoleil




When: Feb 26, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 26 Feb 2012 20 )
Amber Spyglass - Daniel Ouellette and the Shobijin - Orange Nichole


When: Feb 25, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20 )
The Vieux Farka Touré & Idan Raichel Quartet
African guitarist/songwriter Vieux Farka Touré and Israeli pianist/composer Idan Raichel are two virtuosic artists from vastly different musical traditions, but both perform in the spirit of promoting peace and cross-cultural harmony. After meeting in Spain, Touré and Raichel forged a deep friendship, and the Vieux Farka Touré and Idan Raichel Quartet was born. With a hauntingly beautiful album due out this spring, the touring quartet features Touré and Raichel joined by renowned bassist Yossi Fine and percussionist Souleymane Kané on djembe and calabash.

When: Apr 15, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $28 (Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19 )
Roger Miller Presents: Surrealist Games!
A sold-out favorite from 2010 is back! Join Roger Clark Miller of Mission of Burma and the Alloy Orchestra as he returns to lead all of us in a pack of surrealist games in the Arts at the Armory cafe. From Exquisite Corpse (featuring both drawing and words) to other surrealist games, come dressed in your surrealist finery. Also come prepared to enjoy beers selected especially by Roger Miller for this event.



When: Mar 9, 2012 7 PM to Mar 9, 2012 11 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: 10 - 10 USD (Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19 )
Caleb Cook
Age Limit: 21+

Caleb Cook




When: Apr 14, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20 )
Camera Hacking

Description:

In this class students will modify or build photographic equipment in order to achieve unusual effects. In the early sessions of the class, students will be introduced to a wide variety of camera and equipment hacks and given photographic assignments related to them. Following this introduction, students will pursue independent projects in which they will design, document and use their own camera hacks to produce a portfolio of work. Some hacks will be adapted to the cameras that students bring, and others (like taking 3D pictures with two disposable cameras) aren't sensitive to the kinds of cameras students have.

Possible hacks (that will depend on the cameras students bring) will include but not be limited to:

- Free lensing
- Found objects as lenses
- Lens modification
- Pinhole photography
- Home-built cameras
- Alternative camera mounts
- Infrared photography
- Time-lapse

Class Goals:

Students will become familiar with a large variety of camera and photographic equipment hacks, engage in a hacking project of their own design and document it, produce a body of photographic work based on their hacks, provide support for each other's projects and engage in group problem solving

Prerequisites:

Students should know how to take a photo with their camera of choice.

Materials:

The cost of the class includes $20 materials fee for 2 disposable cameras. Otherwise, students will be expected to choose and supply their own materials for their independent project. Cost will be determined by the projects students choose to do and can be as low as a few dollars. If you happen to have a digital reflex camera, bring it!

Instructor Biography:

Dave Gordon has been teaching adults photography and digital imaging for almost ten years. He is a dedicated instructor, passionate about his craft which he shares with great enthusiasm. In addition to photography, his artistic practice includes technological sculpture and animation for which he has won awards internationally. He is the artist in residence at the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation and has shown work as part of the Boston Cyberarts Festival. His most recent photography show, "And Then There Was Quiet: New York After 9/11," received front page coverage in several newspapers and was presented at the Massachusetts State House. He is also the creator and curator of the Eadweard Muybridge On-line Archive (www.muybridge.org). Dave received his undergraduate degree from Oberlin College and his masters degree from the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU.


Event Time:

Session 1: Saturday, January 7th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

Session 2: Saturday, January 14th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

Session 3: Saturday, January 21st, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

Session 4: Saturday, January 28th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

Session 5: Saturday, February 4th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM

Session 6: Saturday, February 11th, 1:30PM - 3:30PM



When: Jan 7, 2012 1 PM to Feb 11, 2012 3 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: This ticket grants admission to the Camera Hacking series at Artisan's Asylum. General Admission 205.99

(Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13 )
Metalworking Intensive: FEBRUARY


Description:

In this class, students will learn the basics of how to design and fabricate professional, load-bearing frames out of steel. Students will work together to build a series of industrial work tables for the shops of the new Asylum. These will be made of square steel tube with sold steel tops. Students will participate in the construction and assembly of the tables all the way from raw materials to finished product, and learn skills including measuring, layout, manufacturing of jigs, cutting, milling, and welding. Each student will get time to practice using milling machines, cold saws, mig welders, and angle grinders over the course of the four-week session. This will be a good introduction to general structural steel construction techniques; each week we'll reinforce the skills learned in previous classes.

Class Goals:

In this class students will learn every skill needed to build a load-bearing steel frame structure. These include layout, cutting, milling, grinding, jigging, and MIG welding. This class is structured such that it can be taken multiple times, allowing you to get more time and instruction on refining your metal fabrication skills with each iteration. This class will prepare you eventually for an advanced Metalworking Intensive class, to be offered in the future.

Prerequisites:

None.

Materials:

Materials will be provided by the Asylum.

Instructor Biography:

Calvin Domenico and Edison Gieswein have been restoring old manufacturing equipment and making machine tools from scratch for the past decade. Both have worked in the manufacturing industry professionally, and both help maintain Artisan's Asylum equipment in their spare time.

Event Time:

Session 1: Wednesday, February 8, 7PM - 10PM

Session 2: Wednesday, February 15, 7PM - 10PM

Session 3: Wednesday, February 22, 7PM - 10PM

Session 4: Wednesday, February 29, 7PM - 10PM



When: Feb 8, 2012 7 PM to Feb 29, 2012 10 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: General Admission 154.74

(Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19 )
Cowboy Junkies
When: Mar 8, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19 )
Tilt- A- Whirl - Grunge Brunch
all ages grunge brunch acoustic

When: Feb 12, 2012 11 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11 )
Tilt- A- Whirl - Jade Sylvan - Zombie Big Night Out
Big Night Out zombie party

When: Feb 20, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20 )
The Burren Comedy Contest
The world’s greatest comedy contest, and a different show every wednesday! Every show is a great mix as amateurs face off against pros and surprise guests (including national acts) stop in. Admission is free, and showtime is 10pm every wednesday night.

When: Feb 8, 2012 10 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22 )
SYM


When: Feb 10, 2012 9 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21 )
Peter Joseph Acoustic - Big Rhythm Wine - The Adam Douglass Trio


When: Feb 8, 2012 9 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21 )
Sarah Levecque


When: Mar 11, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 11 Mar 2012 20 )
Strange Machines
St. Patty's Day!!! More info to come!

When: Mar 17, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 17 Mar 2012 20 )
Bookbinding for Beginners
These are my favorite basic book binding structures, very elegant and beautiful when put together with a few different options for covers, sewing patterns, sizes and complexity. Each workshop will cover a different technique and students will learn how to make each book, from purchasing the right materials all the way to completion. $75 per workshop, all materials included. Option to purchase a basic booking tool kit for $10 (includes awl, bone folder, binding needed, thread and wax) limited to 10 participants



When: Feb 19, 2012 10 AM to Feb 19, 2012 4 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: 10 - 130 USD (Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10 )
ilyAIMY


When: Jun 10, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 10 Jun 2012 20 )
Open Mic - Rock, Folk, R&B, Alt, Jazz & Originals etc. Hosted by Tony Amaral
Open Mic - Rock, Folk, R&B, Alt, Jazz & Originals etc. Hosted by Tony Amaral


Website: N/A
MP3s:



When: Feb 7, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: free (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20 )
Joe Turner and the Seven Levels - Tim Mungenast - Astro Al - emile tobenfeld/dr. t. - Samarradance
It's... the EXPLODING PLASTIC INCREDIBLE II: a multimedia psychedelic experience, featuring bellydancing by the sensuous Samarra, mind-bending projections by Dr T, the Ed-Wood-On-Acid weirdness of Astro Al, the guitarrific jam-band goatmagick of Tim Mungenast, and the shiny psych of Joe Turner. Set order: astro al samarra tim mungenast & his preexisting conditions samarra joe turner

When: Apr 7, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sat, 07 Apr 2012 19 )
Red Cross Blood Drive
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations

When: Feb 20, 2012 2 PM to Feb 20, 2012 7 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts (Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14 )
Discover Belly Dance with Nadira Jamal (Level 2)
Ready to move beyond the basics of belly dance? This class will build on the technique foundation you gained in Level 1, and move into performance skills. You’ll learn: - more challenging technique - traveling steps - shimmy layering - armwork - stagecraft and performance skills - finger cymbals - veil - improvisation Suitable for advanced beginner through intermediate students. More experienced students who want to work on finger cymbals and improvisation, or whose skills are rusty may also enjoy this class. Admission is by permission of the instructor, so please contact Nadira (nadira@nadirajamal.com) before registering, if you are new to Nadira's classes. There will be no class on October 5th or November 23rd. Please keep December 21st free as a make-up date in case of cancellations. No students will be accepted after the third week of class. (September 21st) Register online at: http://www.bellydancesomerville.com/join-the-class/#Level2

When: Feb 8, 2012 7 PM to Feb 8, 2012 9 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $275/13-week session or $25/class drop-in (space permitting) (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19 )
For the Sake of the Song: A Tribute to Tom Waits
For the Sake of the Song brings together local musicians to perform their own material and pay tribute the songwriters who have influenced them. For our February edition we pay tribute to Tom Waits with Brendan Hogan, Ryan Fitzsimmons, and Dressing the Debutantes! Hear songs from throughout Waits' catalog and more along with original material from our featured artists! www.forthesakeofthesong.com for more info and to order tickets.



When: Feb 18, 2012 8 PM to Feb 18, 2012 10 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: 8 - 8 USD (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 20 )
Singles Movie-Dinner Night Davis Square

Join us for a movie/dinner night in Davis Square, Somerville, MA. We will be going
to Diva Indian Bistro for dinner and the Somerville Theatre for movies.

Diva Indian Bistro has an exceptional range of the flavors and
ingredients represented in Indian cooking. Diva's menu of more than
100 exciting dishes, range from the regions of Madras and Bangalore to
Mumbai, with tandoori specialties and share-able vegetarian platters,
plus nightly chef's choice options.

The Somerville Movie Theatre is in the heart of Davis Square, with six
screens, and a Museum of Bad Art.

Ages: 20/30/40/50/60
Time: 5:00 PM (dinner)
Time: 6:45 PM (meet at cinema to see movies)
Locations: both locations are in Davis Square, Somerville, MA
Diva Indian Bistro, 246 Elm Street, Somerville, MA
The Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA
Websites: http://www.divabistro.com/
http://www.somervilletheatreonline.com/somerville-theatre/
http://www.museumofbadart.org/about/somerville.php
http://www.somervillema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Davis%20Square%20Parking%20Map.pdf
(Public Parking lots in Davis Square)
Minimum/Maximum: Attendance is unlimited.
Cost: Movie tickets - $8.00. Dinner entrees from $12 to $24 (with many
choices in the teens).
Event Fees: Mem $10, Non-Mem $15, Special is available
Other Costs: Popcorn, candy, sodas, appetizers, tip, tax, etc.
drinks, coffee
Meeting Place: 5:00 PM at the restaurant
Re-Group: 6:45 PM in theatre lobby
Special Note(s): Please read the "Paying the Bill" article.
Organized by: Len T. & Caroline C.
Inclement Weather: If the club cancels the event, registered
participants will be e-mailed.
Public Transit: The Red Line Subway serves Davis Square, but this
Saturday, shuttle busses will be connecting Harvard, Porter, Davis,
and Alewife. Allow up to an extra 30 minutes for your trip.
MBTA Buses 87, 88, 90, 94, 96 stop in Davis Square.
Bus 77 goes by within a few blocks.
See http://mbta.com/ for schedule, maps, and details.
Lost?: Call Diva Indian Bistro, 617-629-4963
Lost?: Call Somerville Theatre, 617-625-5700



When: Feb 18, 2012 5 PM to Feb 18, 2012 11 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: Non-member 15.00

Member 10.00

Holder of Monthly Special 5.00

After Deadline Ticket 20.00

(Sat, 18 Feb 2012 17 )
Canary - Troy Cartwright
Age Limit: 21+

Canary

Troy Cartwrightwebsite:https://www.facebook.com/TroyCartwrightMusic Lauren Tenney and the Terribleswebsite:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lauren-Tenney-and-the-Terribles/144250745686051 Mother Mary and the Discipleswebsite:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mother-Mary-and-the-Disciples/29712325716


When: Feb 9, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $8 (Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20 )
Remember, 1045pmBugsbunny, 10pmHuddled Masses, 915pmArielle Natale, 830pm
Remember


Website: N/A
MP3s:

Bugsbunny


Website: N/A
MP3s:

Huddled Masses

Straight from the northeast to your ears.
Website: http://www.myspace.com/huddleinmass
MP3s: http://www.myspace.com/huddleinmass,


Arielle Natale


Website: N/A
MP3s:



When: Mar 5, 2012 8 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $7 (Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20 )
Intro to Woodworking: Build a Box

Description:

In this class you'll get familiar with typical woodworking tools and the basics of joinery and finishing techniques by building the foundational shape from which most furniture and structures are constructed - a box!

We will have a few project plans to choose from, including a tool box, a jewelry box, and a magazine holder. This class will prepare you to take the Artisan's Asylum basic and advanced woodworking tool tests.

While this is a hands-on class producing a final project that you can take home, there will also be theoretical lecture portions of the class. We will discuss different types of wood, what factors go into your choice of material, and what behaviors of the wood to keep in mind when choosing which tools to use on that wood. We will also discuss different types of joints, and both the structural and aesthetic reasons you may want to use one joint method over another. We will discuss joints that require jigs, however, we will NOT be practicing those joints (such as dovetails, finger joints, biscuits, and pocket screwing). We will also discuss the different finish options, including waxes, oils, stains, varnishes, and paint, and you will get instruction on how to apply the one of your choosing to your final piece. We will also discuss how you can parlay your newfound box experience into designing your own future projects, from cabinets to tables to houses.

Class Goals:

Teach students how to safely use woodworking and assembly tools like table saws, sliding compound miter saws, circular saws, the jointer and planer, layout tools and more, leading to the completion of a wooden box.

Prerequisites:

None.

Materials:

Wood will be provided; please bring $10 cash to the fist class to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor Biography:

Carolyn Emberley has a BFA in Studio Art from UMass Amherst, taught in the Student Union Craft Center for most of her time there, and took woodworking classes in the art department.

Carolyn has been observing and building in her Dad's workshop since before she can remember. She built her first toolbox as a wee lass with her Dad's help when she was probably 8 or 10. Her personal projects tend to range from jewlery stands to boxes to small furniture. She comes from a family of professional builders and remodelers, and has helped frame, drywall, trim, paint, etc. many a structure, including her parents' home improvement projects, the construction of an addition to a family summer cottage, volunteering on several Habitat for Humanity sites, and supervising and teaching 14-18 year olds in week-long trips rebuilding houses in the Gulf Coast for three summers post-Hurricane Katrina. Teaching a 15 year old girl to cut and hang crown molding and seeing her amazement and the homeowner's gratiture in her results has been one of her most rewarding teaching experiences.


Event Time:

Session 1: Wednesday, January 4, 7PM - 10PM

Session 2: Wednesday, January 11, 7PM - 10PM

**NO CLASS JANUARY 18**

Session 3: Wednesday, January 25, 7PM - 10PM

Session 4: Wednesday, February 1, 7PM - 10PM

Session 5: Wednesday, February 8, 7PM - 10PM



When: Jan 4, 2012 7 PM to Feb 8, 2012 10 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: General Admission 193.18

(Wed, 04 Jan 2012 19 )
Somerville Open Studios, April 30 & May 1
About Somerville Open Studios Albert Einstein once said, “Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” On April 30 & May 1, that is exactly what the Somerville art community plans to do. It’s a weekend of epic proportions where artists open their doors to the art-loving public. Breaking our own record this year with 391 participants, Somerville Open Studios has become the largest one weekend open studios event in the nation. From home studios to commercial buildings such as Joy Street, Central Street, Vernon Street, Mad Oyster, Brickbottom, Miller Street, and Mud¬at Studios, this FREE citywide event showcases both the established and emerging artists working across a broad spectrum of fine art styles and craft – painting, sculpture, photography, fiber, jewelry, clay, glass and furniture – anything you might want to explore is here in the ‘Ville. This abundant array of artists both educates the public and raises awareness of the vast cultural diversity within the city. Examples of skill sharing can be found through a variety of workshops and classes (welding to kayak-making) available at the Artisan’s Asylum and private studios. With the help of participating SOS members, students at the Winter Hill School learn to express themselves through art and understand what it means to be a professional artist. Parts and Crafts has started a new program based on Community Supported Education very similar to a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) providing art and science projects to children during school vacations. FAQs • Map books are available at artist-made stands through-out the city • Orange Balloons mark artist sites • Some sites and one trolley will be handicap accessible • Free Trolleys will transport visitors from one neighborhood to the next on 15 minute schedule • Resident Parking is suspended for this event but meters are in effect. Obey all other parking signs. DO NOT block hydrants. SOS 2011 HIGHLIGHTS ARTIST’S CHOICE EXHIBIT | SOMERVILLE MUSEUM | 1 WESTWOOD ROAD | SOS HOURS 11AM - 6PM Group Exhibit of many SOS participants to help art-lovers plan their studio visits. VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EXHIBIT | BLOC 11 CAFÉ | 11 BOW STREET | UNION SQ. Art by SOS volunteers who have contributed time and effort in organizing Somerville Open Studios in the past and present. www.bloc11.com PLASTIC + FILM | NAVE GALLERY | 155 POWDERHOUSE BLVD An group exhibition of Toy Camera Photography. IN THE SANCTUARY: THE SOS MUSIC FEST - After visiting the NAVE, stop by the Sanctuary and enjoy FREE music by local performers. Hosted and organized by Somerville Favorites Dan Blakeslee and Audrey Ryan www.navegallery.org PARTS and CRAFTS | 155 POWDERHOUSE BLVD Science and Art activities for children throughout the SOS weekend. www.partsandcrafts.org/

When: Feb 6, 2012 12 PM to Feb 6, 2012 6 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts (Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12 )
Hunx & His Punx

Supporting Acts: Heavy Cream

Hunx & His Punx

Hunx & His Punx will be comprised of Seth Bogart (Hunx) on guitar and vocals, Justin Champlin aka NOBUNNY on guitar, Shannon Shaw (Shannon & The Clams) on bass, and Erin Emslie on drums. The new Hunx solo record is coming out on February 28th on Hardly Art. Hunx & His Punx will be playing material from both the full band and Hunx solo record.



When: Apr 3, 2012 9 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $10.00 (Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21 )
Try Hockey for Free Day - Veterans Memorial Rink ...

Thank you for your interest in trying youth hockey! Youth hockey helps boys and girls make big strides - both on and off the ice.



When: Feb 18, 2012 10 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10 )
Anna Rae - Mary Bichner - Ras Pauli


When: Feb 23, 2012 7 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19 )
Starbucks - Open Mike
Open Mike (music, poetry)
Every Wednesday at 7:30pm
Hosted by Dr. Bob

When: Feb 8, 2012 12 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00 )
Sunday at Tufts - Community Concert Series Ehrenreich, Stumpf, & Patterson
Tufts University Department of Music presents: Schubert: Der Hirt auf dem Felsen, D 965/Op. 129 (The Shepherd on the Rock); Schumann: Lieder und Gesnge aus Wilhelm Meister, Op. 98a "Mignon Lieder"...

When: Feb 19, 2012 3 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15 )
Johnny D's Uptown Restaurant & Music Club - Open Mike
Blues Jam
Every Sunday at 4pm
Hosted by Hoodoo Men

When: Feb 12, 2012 12 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00 )
Téada - Oisín Mac Diarmada - Séamus Begley


When: May 3, 2012 12 PM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Thu, 03 May 2012 12 )
PA's Lounge - Open Mike
Open Mike (music, comedy, poetry)
Every Tuesday at 8pm
Hosted by Tony Amaral

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )
The Burren - Open Mike
Open Mic
Every Tuesday at 6:30pm
Hosted by Hugh McGowan

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM in Somerville, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )
Discover Belly Dance with Nadira Jamal (Level 1)
Does your week need more sparkle? Whether you're preparing yourself for the work week or getting your family ready for the school week (or both!), dreading Monday can ruin your whole weekend. But what if you could destress and renew yourself before you face the new week? Belly dance class can help you: * Work Out the Stress Belly dance is fun, low-pressure exercise, that can help you release stress and tension. * Get Some "Me Time" Treat yourself to an hour of something gorgeous and special. * Accomplish Something As you learn the many flowing, sharp, and shimmying moves, and put them together into a beautiful dance, you'll get a great feeling of accomplishment that will carry you into the week. * Learn You'll learn a variety of movements and traveling steps, but also performance skills, musicality, and history! You'll be ready to face Monday refreshed, renewed, and confident. The class is suitable for all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels, and for all ages preteen+. This class is open to women only. Respectful male students are very welcome in the Thursday class; contact Nadira for details. Register online at: www.BellyDanceSomerville.com/join-the-class/ Note: January 8th-May 6th, with NO CLASS on 2/26, 3/4, 4/8, 4/15, and 4/29. Please keep May 13th free as a make-up date in case of snow cancellations.

When: Feb 12, 2012 11 AM to Feb 12, 2012 12 PMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: $185/13-week session or $15/class drop-in (space permitting) Early bird special: register with full payment by December 14th and save $15! Register online at: www.BellyDanceSomerville.com/join-the-class/ (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11 )
Interactive Inspection Class - Somerville, MA

An inspection is a critical part of the offer and negotiation process when buying a home. Join an expert Redfin agent to learn strategies for finding a qualified professional and then follow along with an inspector as they point out what you should look for. The inspector will pinpoint common issues -- and then explain which ones could be costly in the long run.

In this free class we'll cover:

  • Getting the right inspector at the right price
  • Tour a real home with an inspector
  • Pinpoint common issues and potential pitfalls
  • Costly issues & how to protect yourself when you buy
Dinner and drinks on us!

Have questions before the event? Email hannah.driscoll@redfin.com.



When: Mar 24, 2012 10 AM to Mar 24, 2012 11 AMin Somerville, Massachusetts
Cost: Attendee 0.00

(Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10 )

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