EVENT’ OF’ THE’ WEEK
Friday, April 3
The newest dance organization at Northeastern, The No Limits Dance Crew, is holding its first performance in the Tower Auditorium at MassArt Friday, April 3. The show promises 100 different dancers performing 16 pieces filled with a variety of dance styles. Sweet! The group strives to be as inclusive as possible and they are offering dance classes for $2, or free for members. Interested? Check out the performance at 621 Huntington Ave.; free; 7:30 p.m.; [email protected].
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Thursday, April 2
If you didn’t already know about Cold War Kids, here’s a crash course:’ They’re an indie band from Fullerton, Calif., and they rock. Need more information? In a 2008 documentary, they performed two of their songs to support the elimination of slavery and human trafficking. So let’s break this down. They’re from one of the coolest states in the nation, they rock and they support worthwhile causes. You shouldn’t need any more reasons to see them at the Wilbur Theatre tonight. 246 Tremont St.; $22; 8 p.m.; 1-800-745-3000.
Friday, April 3
Remember that feeling after watching ‘Super Size Me,’ when the mere thought of ingesting fast food produced mental images of a night spent with your head in a toilet? That’s a perfect example of the power of documentaries. So definitely check out the screening of filmmaker Celvin Soling’s documentaries ‘The War On the War On Drugs’ and ‘The War On Kids.’ Presented by Students for Sensible Drug Policy. Room 20 in West Village F; free; 6:30 p.m.; 516-844-5130.
Saturday, April 4
The Northeastern University Department of Music is putting on CODA:’ Concert of Digital Arts, a concert of works by graduating senior class composers in the Music Technology program. But don’t just expect music ‘- the show will feature video, recorded audio, interactive electronics and world-premiere performances. Go see what Northeastern students have to offer, and broaden your musical horizons ‘- not every concert is so multimedia. The Fenway Center at 77 St. Stephen St.; free; 5 p.m.; [email protected].
Sunday, April 5
Confused about where to begin in the race to make all things ‘green?’ There are lots of people who feel the same way. D2E, the Down:2:Earth sustainability expo is the place to browse eco-friendly products, learn about community initiatives and learn how to generally live the ‘green’ lifestyle. Need more specifics? It’s a three-day event and will feature fashion, food, information on sustainable building and socially responsible investing. Go! Hynes Convention Center; $8 – $10; 11 a.m.; 617-954-2000.
Monday, April 6
You study Ichthyology in your spare time, right? No? Well, it’s time to start, and there’s no better place to get the ball rolling than at the New England Aquarium Lecture Series:’ Coral Reefs and Marine Organisms. Led by Dr. Dan Thornhill from Bowdoin College, a man who has studied marine animals in coral reefs, Norwegian fjords and Antarctica. He knows his squids. Check out the lecture in the Harborside Learning Lab at the aquarium; free; 7 p.m.; 617-973-5200.
Tuesday, April 7
Was your childhood dream to be a veterinarian? So was Dr. Nick Trout’s! Well, ostensibly ‘- he spent 25 years as one, so it’s safe to assume he probably thought about it when he was a kid. He’ll be at the Brookline Booksmith for their brilliant Writers & Readers series, presenting the paperback release of his book, ‘Tell Me Where It Hurts.’ It’s about his time as a vet and the relationships between people and their pets. Meow. 279 Harvard St. in Brookline; free; 7 p.m.; 617-566-6660.
Wednesday, April 8
Hal Sparks:’ You’ve seen him on ‘I Love the ’80s’ and ‘Queer as Folk,’ and just face it:’ he’s hilarious. So there is no reason not to go see his stand-up act in Blackman Auditorium. What else are you going to do on Wednesday night? Homework? Didn’t think so! The event is put on by Sigma Delta Tau. Go see his act and laugh away those end-of-the-semester blues. $5 with NU ID; 7 p.m.; [email protected].
