Saturday , 18 May 2013

Top Picks via Boston Central: October 31 – November 6

Trick or Treat at Fenway Park
“Trick-or-Treat at Fenway Park,” presented by Stop & Shop. The Halloween event will take place at Fenway Park from 4-8pm, and is open to the public. Lansdowne Street, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012

Christmas Craft Festival & Gingerbread House Competition
Over 300 of America’s finest artists and craftspeople will be offering fantastic holiday gifts, including gourmet foods to sample and buy. Don’t miss the spectacular Gingerbread House Competition. Seaport Boulevard, World Trade Center, Boston.
Friday, Nov 2, 2012 - Sunday, Nov 4, 2012

Magic by Scott Jameson
Be prepared to laugh, be amazed, and take part in a unique show. For over a decade, Scott Jameson’s magical performances have received rave reviews from a diverse range of audiences throughout the Northeast. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard Street, Brookline.
Saturday, Nov 3, 2012

“Day of the Dead” Family Festival at the Peabody Museum
Featured crafts include a calaca (skull) mask, paper marigolds, and other Day of the Dead items. Plus, festive music and light snacks! Harvard Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge.
Saturday, Nov 3, 2012

Pre-Trick or Treat Halloween Party at Titus Sparrow Park
Enjoy Bostone pizza, cider, and savory treats from Foodies and Utz, and dance to the live music of Ben Rudnick and Friends. 200 West Newton Street, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012

Spooky Carousel on Halloween
Take your little goblins for a final spin on the Spooky Carousel on Halloween. Magic tricks and sweet treats will be offered by Boston area magician Kayla Drescher and Frog Pond Freddie. Prizes for best costumes. Frog Pond Spray Pool & Fountain, Boston Common, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012

Chicago at the Wang Theatre
Christie Brinkley will star as merry murderess Roxie Hart, with John O’Hurley as Billy Flynn, in a strictly limited 6-show engagement of “Chicago” at the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre, November 1-4. 270 Tremont Street, Boston.
Thursday, Nov 1, 2012 - Sunday, Nov 4, 2012

Halloween Party at Ringgold Park
Time to get dressed up in your favorite costume and celebrate Halloween with a party and costume parade at Ringgold Park in Boston’s historic South End. Ringgold Street, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012

Berklee Contemporary Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert
The Berklee Contemporary Symphony Orchestra, a 96-student ensemble, takes on works by Adams, Glière, De Ritis and more, with unique instrumentation and improvisation. 77 St. Stephens Street, Boston.
Friday, Nov 2, 2012

Impact of Technology & Media On Your Growing Child
Come learn with author Lynn Griffin about a proactive approach for establishing ground rules for technology use by children in your household. 652 Hammond Street, Brookline.
Monday, Nov 5, 2012

Saltimbanco: Cirque du Soleil
Boston will have its final opportunity to experience Saltimbanco, the classic and colorful Cirque du Soleil production at Agganis Arena, for seven performances. 925 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012 - Sunday, Nov 4, 2012

Boston Animation Festival
Enjoy two feature-length films for families: the Boston premiere of Eleanor’s Secret and the nostalgic gem The Pagemaster. Proceeds will be donated to Jumpstart Northeast, the national early education organization. 32 Station Street, Brookline.
Friday, Nov 2, 2012 - Saturday, Nov 3, 2012

Breathe Deep Boston 5k Walk at Castle Island
The annual Breathe Deep Boston 5K Walk will be held at Castle Island Park. The proceeds from the event benefit LUNGevity Foundation, the leading private supporter of lung cancer research. The course is stroller and wheelchair friendly. 2080 William J. Day Boulevard, South Boston.
Saturday, Nov 3, 2012

Kambiri’s 2nd Birthday
Celebrate Kambiri’s birthday! Kambiri, a western lowland gorilla, turns 2 this weekend. Join her and all the other gorillas at the Franklin Park Zoo for a birthday celebration. One Franklin Park Road, Dorchester.
Sunday, Nov 4, 2012

Halloween Party & Parade @Connolly Branch Library
The 5th Annual Halloween Party & Parade at the Connolly Branch Library will include a costume party, healthy snacks, and a parade. Free! 433 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain.
Wednesday, Oct 31, 2012

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