By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief
Thursday, May 15
Want a tattoo without the commitment? Stop by Shake the Tree, a fashion and jewelry boutique, for free henna tattoos to celebrate its 20th anniversary. One of the most popular South Asian traditions to spread out of the region, henna designs are a beautiful and elegant accessory for a special occasion or just for fun. The Shake the Tree event will feature oysters and white sangria while resident henna artists turn your body into a beautiful work of art. 67 Salem St.; 6 – 8 p.m.; free
Friday, May 16
The best taste of summer isn’t hard to pinpoint: nothing is as refreshing as an ice cold beer outside on a sunny day. Harpoon Brewery hopes to deliver smiles by the pint at HarpoonFest 2014, the 21st annual version of the beer and music event. Local bands The Silks, Spirit Kid, Kingsley Flood, Ruby Rose Fox and the Timberfakes will be taking the stage, filling the festival with music for the entirety of the event. Be sure to hit an ATM since the cover charge is cash only, but it gets you a souvenir pint cup and a drink ticket. If you like what you see, go back on Saturday, May 17 for another full day of music and brews. 306 Northern Ave.; 5:30– 11 p.m.; $20; 21+
Saturday, May 17
Whole Foods and Radio 92.9 are teaming up at the Hatch Shell to bring the largest free radio station concert in the country – EarthFest -to you. Music events on the main stage start at 11:30 a.m., but you’ll want to get there early considering last year’s event drew over 100,000 people. Morning Parade, The Wailers and Neon Trees will be headlining this year’s festival, alongwith local band Smallpools, winner of a recent 92.9 Battle of the Bands. The environmental expo willfeature educational displays and many visitors willchoose to kayak down the Charles River to soak up the music without fighting the crowds. Follow @Radio929 for time and lineup changes. Hatch Memorial Shell; 47 David G. Mugar Way; 11 a.m.; free
Sunday, May 18
Feeling nostalgic? Get a true blast from the past with a Boyz II Men concert, one of the most iconic groups in music history. This is the perfect chance to hear all of the songs that get stuck in your head performed live, like “End of the Road” and “I’ll Make Love to You.” Boyz II Men recently landed a new publishing and record deal with BMG, so fans may get a taste of new sounds from their old favorite. If this throwback sound is something you’re into, make sure to keep an eye out for Fleetwood Mac’s reunion tour. #excited. The Wilbur Theatre; 246 Tremont St.; 7:30 p.m.; $40
Monday, May 19
For those who didn’t give up ontheir fashion designer dreams when they enteredhigh school, danger!awesome 3D designer Jacob Sonk is leading a jewelry design for 3D printing class. Students will have the chance to create any designimaginable, and use a 3D printer to bring it to life in the exact fit of their finger or wrist. Shapeshifter and Meshmixer modeling interfaces will be used to create the designs and each student will walk away with a custom ring, cuff or pendant, not to mention bragging rights as they pull in tons of compliments. 10 Prospect St.; 7:15 – 9:15 p.m.; $50
Tuesday, May 20
Boston based musician Charlie Rose will be performing with special guests Mark Erelli and Brittany Haas at his CD release party at Club Passim. Rose, a multi-talented performer, plays bass, guitar, banjo and pedal steel, and has worked with renowned songwriters, including Sarah Lee Guthrie and Jonathan Edwards. Adding a touch of mystery to the evening, the venue is keeping the identity of Rose’s opening act under wraps, but considering his impressive list of musical partnerships, it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. 47 Palmer St., Cambridge; 8 p.m.; $15
Wednesday, May 21
Join the Boston Winery as it celebrates the beginning of summer at the Boston Harbor Islands by sipping on a new arrangement of flavors made for the season. The winery is a beautiful brick and stone building from the Civil War era, the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of wine and giggling with friends. New wines include The Gusto, a fruity and floral wine with hints of granny smith apple; the Boston Harbor Island Brachetto, a sparkling red wine that draws comparisons to French afternoon drinks; and the Lady in Black Cabernet Merlot, a versatile red wine and the most classic of the three.The reasonably priced tickets include artisan pizza, a generous tasting of each drink, antipasto and special pricing on any wine you take home. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Boston Harbor Islands National Park. 26 Ericsson St.; 4 p.m.; $20; 21+
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