Compiled by Angel Feliciano, News Staff
FEATURE:
Friday, Nov. 30
The Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra, a full symphonic ensemble made up of students, staff and faculty will be performing its fall concert tomorrow. The group performs a variety of music genres ranging from symphonies to film scores and contemporary music, and its selections span from the baroque to the present day. Part-time lecturer and Director of Northeastern University Symphony Orchestra, Evan Bennett, a national award winner for his compositions, will conduct the orchestra. “The orchestra draws talented students, faculty and staff from multiple disciplines at Northeastern, including marketing, biology, criminal justice and nursing. Many of our members have been playing an instrument since they were young, and are continuing their passion for music in NUSO,” said Arthur Rishi, concert coordinator. “They are an extremely talented and dedicated performers, and their love of music truly shines in their performances.” Sponsored by the Music Department. Fenway Center, 77 St. Stephen St; 8 p.m.; Free; www.nuweb9.neu.edu/orchestra.
Thursday, Nov. 29
Better watch out, better not cry, better not pout I’m telling you why… Roslindale Village Holiday Wander is coming to town. Shop for Christmas presents, eat and drink. With more than 25 of Roslindale’s local shops and restaurants, this is the time to take advantage with its promotions, events and personal gift advising during this season. There will be activities like face painting, balloons, different arts and crafts that many people can enjoy. Roslindale Village Main Street is composed of a community-driven and a governed volunteer organization. It is a non-profit organization that brings together local volunteers, businesses and public agencies. Adams Park, Washington St. at Cummins Highway, Boston; 5 p.m.; Free; www.roslindale.net.
Saturday, Dec. 1
No Shave November has finally come to an end. Now what? The sprouting moustaches on thousands of men’s faces will now have to be shaved. These participants have done it all for a good cause, including raising awareness for men’s health and prostate cancer. In support of Movember, the Mustache Dash Bar Crawl is coming to the Hub. Compete with your friends or strangers and complete tasks around Fenway Park. Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston; 11 a.m.; $20; www.thestachedash.com.
Sunday, Dec. 2
Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet is bringing its company to Coolidge Corner’s big screen. The story involves a young Englishman, Lord Wilson, who travels through Egypt with his servant. By the time they get into a pyramid, they take shelter and meet a group of Egyptian merchants. Meanwhile, the daughter of one of Egypt’s most powerful Pharaohs lies in a tomb nearby. Lord Wilson falls asleep and thus commences a series of fantastic dreams. Aspicia, played by Svetlana Zakharova, a principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet in Moscow, comes to life. Lord Wilson is “transported into the past” and falls in love with Aspicia. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St. Brookline; 11 a.m.; $17-$20; www.coolidge.org.
Monday, Dec. 3
As part of World AIDS week, Northeastern’s FACE AIDS at NU along with other groups on campus have organized a series of events. Join them for a panel discussion with health care leaders on the community health model and its role both domestically and globally in HIV/AIDS prevention. The panel will feature former Mass Public Health Commissioner, John Auerbach. Auerbach will be joined by Richard Wamai, PhD, Assistant Professor of Public Health, African American Studies at Northeastern, Kris Ansin, Executive Director of Mali Health Organizing Project, Christopher Casale, BA, BS, AAHIVP, Paul Richards, MPH, AIDS Action Committee’s Male Center. If you arrive early, there will be free Bolocco. Mugar Hall, Northeastern University; 8 p.m.; Free.
Tuesday, Dec. 4
Want to be a kid again? Looking for something new and creative to do, but don’t know where to start? Come and listen to Joshua Glenn for a presentation of his book, “Unbored: The Essential Field Guide to Serious Fun.” This book is the ultimate activity guide that just about anyone needs – not just kids. It is packed with activities that are fun and can get everyone to get engaged with the wider world. “Unbored” also contains advice and contribution from experts, how-tos, trivias, code-cracking, geocaching, best-of lists and Q&As. Unbored is exciting to read, easy to use and appeals to people of all ages. Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge; 7 p.m.; Free; www.harvard.com/event.
Wednesday, Dec. 5
Ever seen a naked performance? The Naked Comedy Showcase hosts Boston’s comedians delivering and performing nude – that’s right, nude – baring their souls (and then some) in front of an audience. This event is hosted by Andy Ofiesh, a stand-up comedian from Boston. For many years, Ofiesh organizes plenty of naked comedy shows that features comedians performing nude. His first show was at Improv Boston. 18+; Improv Boston, 40 Prospect St. Cambridge; 10 p.m.; $10; www.improvboston.com.
