Compiled by Angel Feliciano, News Staff
Thursday, Nov. 15
It’s the only show of its kind in New England and galleries from the United States and Europe will exhibit more than 3,000 original works of art. The 16th annual Boston International Fine Art Show features 40 traditional and contemporary galleries that include paintings, works on paper, sculpture, photography, fine prints and mixed media. Works range from original prints that cost several hundred dollars to paintings and art that cost more than $3 million. Throughout the night, guests can also enjoy fine food, wine and festive music. The Cyclorama at The Boston Center for The Arts, 539 Tremont St.; 5:30 p.m.; $15; www.fineartboston.com
Friday, Nov. 16
At the Boston Conservatory, the commotion is all about composers, musicians and other artists under the age of 40 who can deliver an outstanding performance. The New Music Festival: Focus Under 40 will amaze its audience with the talent that the institution possesses. From faculty, students, guest artists and ensembles-in-residence, there will be five concerts of contemporary chamber music for the audience to listen to and enjoy. The New Music Festival will feature Chiara String Quartet and saxophonist Eliot Gaattegno in David Fulmer’s On Night. The festival will conclude with a performance by The Boston Conservatory Composer’s Orchestra, under the direction of Eric Hewiitt. The program is funded in part by a grant from The Aaron Copland Fund for Music. Boston Conservatory Theater, 31 Hemenway St., Boston; 8 p.m.; Free; www.bostonconservatory.edu
Saturday, Nov. 17
If you like to collect rare and vintage books that are nowhere to be found in modern book stores and malls, the 36th Annual Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair is a must-see. The fair will mostly exhibit antiquarian books, which are highly valued as ‘unique’ physical objects. The value may come from the edition, the quality of the printing, binding or illustrations. Some of the featured items in the fair include an autographed letter signed, “John Hancock” from Oct. 5, 1780, and “Cunning Cookery” from 1938 by Geoffrey M. Boumphrey. Throughout the day, there will also be events and programs featuring guest speakers discussing rare books, the American antiquarian society’s first two centuries and also the process and pleasure of collecting in areas of antique clocks and restoration. Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St. Boston; 12 p.m.; $8; www.bostonbookfair.com.
Sunday, Nov. 18
The Northeastern University Music Department presents a joint concert by the NU Wind Ensemble and NU Concert Band. The concert will feature BSO trombonist Stephen Lange from New England Conservatory. The concert band is open to all musicians in the Northeastern community. The ensemble rehearses and performs during the fall and spring semesters, usually performing one concert each term and going on an informal tour once per year, often in the fall. At the end of each term, the ensemble usually shares a concert program with the Wind Ensemble. The Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen St. Boston; 4 p.m.; Free; For more information, contact Arthur Rishi, 617-373-2671.
Monday, Nov. 19
Playwright Harold Pinter is familiar with the saying, “write what you know.” He did just that for “Betrayal,” a play about two people who engage in a passionate love affair for seven years. Not only do they deceive their spouses and each other – they deceive themselves. Pinter explores the complications of love, guilt and duplicity in this Olivier Award-winning play. The London Telegraph said it “is the greatest and most moving of all Pinter’s plays.” The New York Times commented that “Betrayal is a malicious comedy of manners about mutual deceit.” Presented by Huntington Theatre Company. Boston University Theatre, Avenue of the Arts, 264 Huntington Ave. Boston; 7:30 p.m.; $15 – $85; www.huntingtontheatre.org.
Tuesday, Nov. 20
Gather your friends for a night… inside for a night at the bowling alley. An exciting night of deliciously, locally and responsibly-sourced pizza and candlepin bowling is in store. Whoever gets the highest score in bowling for the night will go home with a gift card from the Flatbread Company. The proceeds from all the pizza sales will go to the work connecting metro Boston’s urban youth. Not only will you have a fantastic time bowling and eating delicious pizza, you are also helping a great cause. 45 Day St. Somerville; 5 p.m.; Free.
Wednesday, Nov. 21
In honor of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) Boston chapter is hosting its third annual Thanksgiving networking mixer and food drive. In the past two years, NAAAP has donated almost 200 food items to the Friday Night Supper Program. Food donations included whole grain rice, canned fruits and vegetables, and juices. Come and meet a great group of people and help break last year’s donation record, all while feeling better about the holidays by giving back. Red Fez, 1222 Washington St. Boston; 7 p.m.; $5; www.naaapboston.org.
