Compiled by Rebecca Sirull, News Staff
Entry of the Week: Saturday, Nov. 16
See the city from a new perspective at Higher Ground, Boston’s first rooftop farm. Occupying 55,000 square feet atop the Boston Design Center, the farm grows an assortment of produce including greens, tomatoes and herbs, which are then sold to nearby restaurants. Support the local produce movement and learn more about agrarian operations by helping out at the final volunteer day of the season. Saturday’s tasks include transporting plant debris to be taken to City Soil for composting. Get your green thumb ready, but don’t be afraid of getting it a little dirty. 1 Design Center Place; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; free; higher-ground-farm.com.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Watch Northeastern’s finest musicians duke it out at the Homecoming Battle of the Bands. This year’s lineup features Kid/Astro, Mark Gilday Jr., Empyrean, Nick and his Friends, The D-Line and Modes. Judges Kayley Kravitz of the Office of Student Affairs, Kier Byrnes of afterHOURS, Casey Mulcare of the Center for Student Involvement and Husky Gone Wild DJ Raquel Robinson will determine which band wins the chance to perform a set on WRBB and be featured in the online edition of Tastemakers Magazine. The audience gets a say too, choosing who will be featured in the online edition of WOOF magazine and get preferred seating to Donald Glover with Reggie Watts. Let the battle begin. afterHOURS; 6:30 p.m.; free; neu.orgsync.com/homecoming.
Friday, Nov. 15
Can’t decide whether to go to the bar or go see a show? Get the best of both worlds at “Bye Bye Liver: The Boston Drinking Play.” Taking a comedic look at drinking culture, the satirical play pokes fun at everything from the friend who always drinks too much to the politics of the ladies room at a club. The performance also incorporates interactive elements, such as games of “Never Have I Ever” and “Would You Rather…” with the audience. Stay entertained all night long at this Boston original show. 21+; 25 Union St.; 8 p.m.; $20; americanrepertorytheater.org.
Sunday, Nov. 17
Over the past few years, a cappella has steadily been growing in popularity, especially on college campuses. Take a listen to this voice-only style of music at the second annual Best of the Northeast Region a cappella showcase. Presented by Northeastern’s very own Nor’easters, the show also features Berklee College of Music’s Pitch Slapped, CCSU Divisi, Fermata Town and NU Pitch, Please! Sit back and enjoy a night of the best a cappella talents Boston has to offer. Blackman Auditorium; 7:30 – 10 p.m.; free; neu.universitytickets.com.
Monday, Nov. 18
Take a journey into the past at the Old-Time Music Party. Popular during the eras of the revolutionary and civil wars, this style of music originated in the southern Appalachian region and has since been revived by old music enthusiasts. It mainly features fiddles and banjos, but also includes the guitar and cello, among other string instruments. The event is open to any musicians who wish to participate, as well as guests who come just to listen or dance. Come break it down Old-Time style with some of the best fiddlers this side of the Mississippi. 191 Highland Ave., Somerville; 7 – 9:30 p.m.; free; artsatthearmory.org.
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Ommm my goodness. It’s free yoga at the Boston Public Library. These weekly classes are part of the Boston Moves for Health initiative started by Mayor Thomas M. Menino, which aims to bring more accessible fitness options to the citizens of Boston and tracks the total pounds lost by those participating. Led by professional instructors, the classes specialize in the basics of Hatha yoga. This type of yoga, also known as hatha vidya, draws primarily from three texts of Hinduism and focuses on building both physical and mental strength. 1520 Dorchester Ave.; 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.; free; bostonmovesforhealth.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 20
Northeastern’s Global Entrepreneurship Week wraps up with its finale event, NEXPO. This celebration of all the entrepreneurial clubs, students and organizations on campus and throughout Boston provides the perfect opportunity to meet other members of the entrepreneurial community to network, swap ideas, or just socialize. Learn more about the startup ventures of other students and pitch your own ideas to a highly receptive audience. Organized by IDEA, Northeastern’s venture accelerator, the event offers an exciting new platform to launch what could be the next great company or brand. Cabot Athletic Center; 6:30 – 9 p.m.; free; nexpo.eventbrite.com.
