Compiled by Angel Feliciano, News Staff
FEATURE: Sunday, Oct. 21
He is a fashion photographer who is renowned in our time. His photographs can be seen in magazines such as Vogue, Allure and Vanity Fair. Mario Testino’s photographs highlight beauty, style and elegance in a compelling way. His exhibition, “Mario Testino: In Your Face,” is the first one in the United States and showcases the brilliant range of his photographs over his 30-year career. His exhibition features beautiful and sophisticated images of celebrities including Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Moss, Nicole Kidman, Gisele Bündchen, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Brad Pitt and David Beckham. The “Mario Testino: In Your Face” exhibit, which begins Sunday, is all about recreating Testino’s world and the artists he photographs. The exhibit will also include a gallery dedicated to the British Royal Portraits. See for yourself and experience his remarkable work as if you stepped into the pages of one of today’s renowned fashion magazines. Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave. 10 a.m.; Free; www.mfa.org
Thursday, Oct. 18
Anyone who has seen “The Groundhog Day” or “There’s Something About Mary” may know the comedians who starred in these movies. But lesser known Chris Elliott is one of the wittiest, funniest men in the biz. He is also at the parody show, “Eagleheart.” SNL and Late Night with David Letterman alum will be discussing his new book, “The Guy Under The Sheets: The Unauthorized Autobiography.” This memoir is so personal and so provocative that the Emmy-winning actor nearly sued himself to stop publication. His book contains real-life anecdotes and has a tell-all about his start at the Letterman show as well as his work in his films. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St. Brookline; 6 p.m.; $5; www.coolidge.org
Friday, Oct. 19
Did you know there was a Dark Side of Boston? This guided tour will lead you through misery, misfortune, malevolence and murder stories that are based on true events that have occurred in the city. Some of the highlights include burying ground body-snatching, infectious diseases and red light districts. Make sure to bring a friend or two as you will find yourself meandering through the labyrinths of small streets around the North End. Dark Side Plaza, Boston; 6 p.m.; $12; www.bostonbyfoot.org
Saturday, Oct. 20
What happens when you combine Halloween and pubs? You’ve got a Haunted Halloween Pub Crawl, of course, and it doesn’t get any better. Aside from specialty drinks (they may be fall-themed), there will also be food at most of the pub stops and plenty of candies for you to devour and enjoy. A prize for best halloween costume is also in store so make sure that you dress to impress. Hurry and purchase your tickets now and you will also receive a free T-shirt, wrist bands and menu specials at each venue. Sponsored by Miller Lite. Registration is from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. 21+; The Bell in Hand Tavern, Boston; 2 p.m.; $20; www.bostoneventguide.com
Monday, Oct. 22
Can’t get enough of the heated presidential debate? The Harvard Book Store, Boston Review and The Baffler will be presenting a panel on the presidential election. While many will be glued to their TVs, you may want to check out this panel as they informatively discuss their opinions and who they believe deserves to win this election. They will cover topics relating to the election itself, previous debates, Obama and Romney’s performances as well as what the audience can expect in the final debate. After the panel discussion, there will be a live screening of the final presidential debate. Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St. Cambridge; 7 p.m.; $10; www.harvard.com/event
Tuesday, Oct. 23
In dire need to get in shape? Want to lose calories fast? As part of National Physical Therapy Month, the Physical Therapy club will be giving free exercise sessions. The one-hour boot camp workshops will focus on cardio and body weight strengthening. The sessions will be led by certified personal trainers. So get your sneakers on and get to work. Free boot camp sessions will be offered Tuesdays and Fridays for the rest of October. Speare Wiffleball Field; 5:30 p.m.; Free
Wednesday, Oct. 24
Want to get involved with food activism on campus? Then come stop by the farmer’s market hosted by Slow Food and PSA. Afterward, come to the McLeod Suites in Curry Student Center from 7 to 9 p.m. for a panel discussion regarding Northeastern’s impact on the food chain. Panel members will include Chartwells worker Angela Bello, Coalition of Immokalee workers Santiago Perez Pocon, Haley House’s Bing Broderick and Massachusetts Farm to School Project coordinator Simca Horwitz. A light dinner will be served. First come, first serve basis. Centennial Commons; Free
