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  • Blue on Highland Hosts Jenny Johnson for Sparkling Wine Dinner

    Blue on Highland Hosts Jenny Johnson for Sparkling Wine Dinner

    Sparkle, Wine, Dine

    Blue on Highland Hosts Jenny Johnson for a Sparkling Wine Dinner Featuring Champy

    Blue on Highland Hosts Jenny Johnson for Sparkling Wine Dinner

    WHAT:            On Wednesday, February 24th, 2016, two-time Emmy award-winning executive producer and Boston-based entertainment and lifestyle television personality, Jenny Johnson is teaming up with Blue on Highland, located in Needham, MA, to host “Sparkle, Wine, Dine.” From 6:30PM to 8:30PM, Jenny will introduce Needham to Champy, her all new sparkling wine during this three course dinner.

     

    Johnson, who has been steering the people of Boston and greater New England toward choice dining and drinking experiences for more than a decade through her work as a two-time Emmy Award-winning producer and television host (“Dining Playbook” and “TV Diner”) is now turning local imbibers on to her own brand of brut. Champy is a chardonnay and pinot noir blend produced in Sonoma County, CA and its sparkle is derived from the traditional method of fermentation, also known as the méthode champenoise, in which a secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle.

     

    Jenny will be joined by Scott Drago, General Manager of Blue on Highland and Executive Chef Peter Tartsinis as the three of them guide diners through the multi-course prix fixe menu which will include a welcome toast, followed by an appetizer, entrée and dessert all paired with a hand-crafted cocktail featuring Champy. The dinner is $65 per person (tax and gratuity not included), and reservations are required. For more information please call Blue on Highland at 781-444-7001 or visit www.blueonhighland.com.

     

    WHERE:          Blue on Highland | 882 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02494| 781-444-7001

     

    WHEN:            Wednesday, February 24th, 2016 | 6:30PM

     

    PRICE:            $65.00 per person (tax & gratuity not included)

     

    MENU:            

     

    Welcome Course:

    Amuse Bouche

    Salmon Roe, crème fraiche, chive, potato cake

     

     

    Appetizer Course:

    Frisée Salad

    Bacon, red onion, shaved asparagus, honey-Dijon, dressing

     

    Entrée Course:

    Potato Crusted Halibut

    Champy champagne beurre-blanc, basmati blend, haricot vert

     

    Dessert Course:

    Red Raspberry Sorbet

    Champy champagne drizzle, mint, tuile stix

     

  • Seeking Vendors for FREE Pop-Market!

    Seeking Vendors for FREE Pop-Market!

    Calling all artisans, mompreneurs, craftspeople, and artists. Opportunity to setup shop at our one day Common Ground Pop-Up Market.

    The Common Ground in Arlington invites you to a free space in our event room to display your products or services during our Sunday brunch hours.

    Seeking Vendors for FREE Pop-Market!

    Common Ground Arlington’a beautiful new Events Room will be convered to a Pop-Up Market for 1 day only!

    Event is Sunday, March 13th 12:00-4:00pm.

    To reserve a spot or for more info email commongroundpopup@yahoo.com.

    Want to join us? Here’s the form to submit:

    Common Ground Pop-Up Participant Application 3_13_16

    Marketing to bring in shoppers includes:
    — Facebook marketing to several Arlington based closed groups that includes more than 4000 residents.
    — Flyers distribution.
    — Event will be submitted to Lexington Minutemen, The Arlington Advocate, Cambridge Chronicle and Tab, and Cambridge Day.
    — Common Ground has their popular All You Can Eat Brunch during time. Diners will be invited to check out the Pop-Up Market.
    — Social Media: Facebook & Twitter.

  • Valentine’s Day at The Street

    Valentine’s Day at The Street

    1. VALENTINE’S DAY, COUPLES’ NIGHTS:  Muse Paintbar is hosting Couples’ Nights, which make for a fun, interactive date. Couples create their own paintings with step-by-step instruction from a local artist all while enjoying a menu of wine, beer, and small bites. Each person receives a canvas to paint, and upon completion of their painting, their canvas will form a larger piece of art when positioned next to their date’s.

    WHEN: Muse Paintbar is offering Couples’ Nights from Friday February 12 through Sunday February 14, 2016. Muse offers multiple sessions throughout the day and evening. All evening sessions on Saturday, February 13th include a glass of Prosecco.

    COST: $35-$55; www.musepaintbar.com.

    WHERE: Muse Paintbar’s has four Massachusetts locations: a newly opened location at Assembly Row (461 Artisan Way, Somerville), a newly opened location at MarketStreet Lynnfield (600 Market St, Lynnfield), Hingham Shipyard (15 Shipyard Dr 1C, Hingham), and Patriot Place (217 Patriot Pl, Foxborough).

    2. DIY FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP: Alice’s Table is hosting a men’s flower arranging workshop at Shake Shack at The Street in Chestnut Hill.

    Alice's Table pop up florist at The Street

    Men can arrive solo or with their Valentine; they will create a DIY bouquet with easy, step-by-step instructions from Alice Rossiter, owner of Alice’s Table, while enjoying complimentary beer and snacks from Shake Shack.

    WHEN: Alice’s Table will host the men’s flower arranging workshop on Saturday, February 13 from 9:30am to 11:00 am.

    COST: $75 and men leave with a bouquet + $25 of each ticket goes to Youth in Crisis Ministries Peace Tournament; www.alicestable.com/events

    WHERE: Shake Shack is located at The Street in Chestnut Hill, 49 Boylston St, Chestnut Hill.

  • DIY Flower Arranging Class for Men at Shake Shack

    DIY Flower Arranging Class for Men at Shake Shack

    DIY Flower Arranging Class for Men at Shake Shack

    DIY FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP FOR MEN: Alice’s Table is hosting a men’s flower arranging workshop at Shake Shack at The Street in Chestnut Hill. Participants will create a bouquet for their Valentine with step-by-step instructions by Alice’s Table while enjoying complimentary beer and snacks from Shake Shack.

    WHEN: Alice’s Table will host the men’s flower arranging workshop on Saturday, February 13 from 10 am to 11:30 am.

    COST: $65; www.alicestable.com

    WHERE: Shake Shack is located at The Street in Chestnut Hill, 49 Boylston St, Chestnut Hill

  • Lunar New Year Party to benefit ATASK

    Lunar New Year Party to benefit ATASK

    Saturday, February 6th, 2016

    Lunar New Year Party to benefit ATASK

    Todos Dance & Fitness Studio is hosting a Lunar New Year Party to benefit ATASK. Join us for a fun-filled evening of celebration and ballroom dancing. There will also be some light catering by Weston’s own Dumpling Daughter!

    Admission is free. Onsite donations will be accepted, and proceeds from a raffle and silent auction will benefit families in need.

    7pm-8pm: Interactive group dance lesson (no partner necessary, beginners are welcome)

    8pm-10pm: General dancing and special dance performances

    RSVP to todosstudio@gmail.com by January 29th.

    Todos Dance & Fitness Studio
    677 Worcester Street
    Natick, MA 01760

  • Downsizing Made Easy: FREE Seminar for Seniors

    Downsizing Made Easy: FREE Seminar for Seniors

    Susanne McInerney of the Mass Estate Team at RE/MAX Leading Edge and Newton Senior Center, Present Free Seminar, “Downsizing Made Easy”

    5 Step System Helps Senior Citizens & Families Navigate Complexities of Moving

    As the population ages, more and more senior citizens and their caregiver families are faced with the challenges of “downsizing”: usually a move for the elder from the traditional family home into a smaller apartment or an assisted living community.

    To help Newton and area seniors and their families accomplish this life transition with the most ease, local real estate agent Susanne McInerney of  the Mass Estate Team at RE/MAX Leading Edge has teamed with The Newton Senior Services to provide the free seminar “Downsizing Made Easy” at the Newton Senior Center located at Newton Senior Center, 345 Walnut Street in Newtonville. This casual – yet educational forum – will take place on Wednesday March 9, 2016 from 1:30PM-3:00PM.

    The seminar will include presentation and discussion of The 5 Steps to Downsizing Made Easy along with topics including: questions to consider before making a move, senior living options in the Newton & surrounding area, questions for touring senior living communities, tips for hiring various professionals related to the moving process, guidance on estate sales and estate auctions, and many other pertinent topics.

    “As a Newton and surrounding area Realtor who specializes in helping senior citizens and their families with their real estate needs, this part of my job is a great joy. Seniors and their families often don’t know which way to turn when making these important decisions,” says Susanne McInerney. “Downsizing and moving can certainly seem overwhelming, but I’m happy to share how it can simplified and actually made relatively easy.”

    For Further Information Contact:
    Susanne McInerney & the Mass Estate Team at RE/MAX Leading Edge,
    294 Walnut St, Newtonville, MA 02460
    (617) 413-4559  email:Sue@MassEstateTeam.com, visit her website at http://www.MassEstateTeam.com

    Ilana Levine, Program Coordinator, Newton Department of Senior Services
    345 Walnut Street, Newtonville, MA 02460,  617-796-1670 www.newtonseniors.org

    Downsizing Made Easy: FREE Seminar for Seniors

  • Artists: Apply to ArtWeek Boston

    Artists: Apply to ArtWeek Boston

    ArtWeek, a bi-annual, ten-day festival featuring more than 100 unique, unexpected, and creative experiences, is seeking applications for its Spring 2016 festival. Events will be held throughout Eastern Massachusetts from April 29 – May 8, and applications can be found at artweekboston.org. The early bird deadline to submit an ArtWeek event is February 12; the final deadline is March 4. ArtWeek is presented by Highland Street Foundation and produced by Citi Performing Arts Center.

    Artists: Apply to ArtWeek Boston

    Launched in 2013, ArtWeek works to spotlight how the creative economy is thriving in Massachusetts by giving people a “sneak peek” at the creative process or by letting them be part of a unique, hands-on creative experience. Through community and artistic collaborations, this award-winning festival provides neighborhood-based experiences in dance, folk and traditional arts, fashion, media arts, spoken-word, poetry, writing, contemporary visual arts, music, opera, theater, design, film, and more. To date, ArtWeek has worked with more than 475 organizations and partners, hosting more than 400 events in 45 neighborhoods and towns in Eastern Massachusetts. 

    ArtWeek events are unique, memorable, and inspired experiences that you won’t find anywhere else. This spring, ArtWeek will feature two new exciting concepts:  “Art of Food” and “Light Up the Night”. More than 60 percent of all ArtWeek events are free to the public. Events submitted before the early bird deadline on February 12 will be featured on the Wang and Shubert Theatre marquees for added visibility.

    For more information, visit www.artweekboston.org.

  • Free Teen Yoga Classes at Artemis Yoga!

    Free Teen Yoga Classes at Artemis Yoga!

    Yoga for Teens & Tweens/Early Teen – Free Preview Classes on Jan 22nd and 24th!

    Yoga is a great way for youth to build strength of body and mind in a supportive, fun environment.  Students in each of these classes will learn techniques to relax and calm the mind which helps to manage the daily pressures and challenges of busy lives.  Come and treat yourself. No prior yoga experience is needed. Yoga is for everybody, no particular fitness level is necessary.

    Click here to learn more or to register for Teen and Tween/Early Teen classes

    Free Teen Yoga Classes at Artemis Yoga!

    Both classes will be held at the brand new Artemis Yoga located at 639 Mt. Auburn Street in East Watertown.

    1. Yoga for Teens (Grades 9-12) – Friday afternoons – 3:30 to 4:30pm

    Jan 22nd to Mar 4th – Six Week Series

    Free First Class Preview – Jan 22nd – Click here to Register

    *No class Feb 19 – vacation week

    This class led by instructor, Amy Hrobak, meets on Friday afternoons for six weeks. Ideally, you sign up for all six classes but there is an option to drop-in space permitting. The first class on Jan 22nd  is being offered as a free preview class.

    1. Yoga for Tweens and Early Teen (Grades 5-8) – Sunday afternoons – 4:00 to 4:45pm

    Jan 24th to Mar 6th – Six Week Series

    Free First Class Preview – Jan 24th – Click here to Register

    *no class Feb 14 – vacation week

    This class led by instructor, JoAnne Kazis, meets on Sunday afternoons for six weeks. Ideally, you sign up for all six classes but there is an option to drop-in space permitting. The first class on Jan 24th is being offered as a free preview class.

     

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  • Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices

    Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices

    MIDDLE SCHOOL and HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
    and PARENTS/GUARDIANS INVITED
    Save the date for a fun, free EXPO at Newton North High School!
    Thursday, January 21, 2016, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.

    Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices
    Teens and adults are invited to the Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices expo for participative, informative exhibits; live musical performances; free refreshments; and fun. Meet 30 community exhibitors who help teens navigate life’s pressures in order to stay safe and healthy. Get information about everything from social media use and pedestrian safety to healthy eating and positive body image to stress reduction and mental health support.
    • Community resources for teens and families
    • FREE and fun!
    • Treat bags for the first 50 students who come with a parent/guardian
    • Giveaways and refreshments
    • Grand prize drawing: Beats headphones
    • “American Ninja Warrior” live demo!

     

  • Flash Art Returns at The Arsenal Center for the Arts

    Flash Art Returns at The Arsenal Center for the Arts

    Flash Art, the Arsenal Center for the Arts’ biannual art lottery fundraiser is returning for its third year! We will be kicking off the New Year with this exhibition in January 2016. The show will run from January 7 – February 26, 2016, with an opening reception and ticket sales event on January 14.

    Flash Art Returns at The Arsenal Center for the Arts

    All are welcome to come see the Flash Art exhibition of 100 works from 100 different artists. For those who wish to purchase the art, tickets are $100 each and only 100 tickets are available! If you like what you see, your ticket purchase guarantees you a piece of artwork in a broad range of style, content, and media. Stop by, have a glass of wine and check out the collection!

    Those that purchase tickets will fill out a preference sheet and the artwork will be matched with a patron by lottery drawing based on the preference selection sheet order. The Closing Reception, where the lottery drawing will take place, will be from 5:30-7:30 pm on February 23. Those that wish to purchase tickets but cannot make it to the reception may do so by February 20, 2016 online at arsenalarts.org or in The Shop at The Arsenal Center for the Arts.

    This event supports the Arsenal Center for the Arts and its mission to present dynamic theatre, creative art classes, visual art exhibitions, and diverse musical performances as well as subsidize programming for local seniors and under-served youth. Tickets for the event, more info on the show, and images of the works can be found at here.