Laugh Your Arts Off Comedy Night Fundraiser

CALENDAR: June 2008

Artists-At-Large, Inc.

 “The Music Workshop”
Monday June 2: Poetry Open Mic
Monday June 9: Noise Night
Monday June 16: Open Session
Thurs. June 19: Musicians-at-Large Open Rehearsal
Monday June 23: Poetry Open Mic
Monday June 30: Jazz Night
Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge, 8:00 pm
15 Dana Avenue (corner of Hyde Park Ave.), Hyde Park
A donation is requested and refreshments are available. Open Mic and Poetry Open Mic nights are open to all who wish to perform. Musicians-at-Large is headed up by Hyde Park resident Ted Palashis and will be playing on the third Thursday of each month. Come and join the fun!  Artists-At-Large, Inc. presents “The Music Workshop”, a weekly series devoted to presenting the broad spectrum of creative music in the Boston area, from folk and jazz to hip hop, experimental music, and more.
www.themusicworkshop.blogspot.com | www.artistsatlargeinc.org
www.myspace.com/musicworkshop

Havana in Hyde Park 6
Open daily 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.  617-361-7024 (call first)
Riverside Theatre Works, Lobby Gallery at 45 Fairmount Avenue, Hyde Park. 
Arts Amica and Artists-at-Large are pleased to present an exhibit of Cuban Master Printers. Reception and Gallery Talk on Friday, June 20 starting at 5 pm.  www.artistsatlargeinc.org

Dance Academy

Dance Academy’s Annual Dance Recital: Gotta Have Music
Friday, June 20, 6:30pm
Saturday, June 21, 4:00pm
Sunday, June 22, 12:00 noon
Dedham High School, 140 Whiting Avenue, Dedham
Advanced ticket sales only
Ticket available at Dance Academy, 47 Fairmount Avenue
For more info call: 617.364.9691

Neponset 5K River Run and Free Family Night
Thursday, June 26th
Martini Shell, Truman Parkway

Road Race:
Advance Registration suggested. 
Registration Forms available at Dance Academy, 47 Fairmount Avenue
Race Day Registration 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Race starts at 7:00 pm $20
Official Starter and Event Sponsor Boston City Councilor Rob Consalvo will be there to get the race off and running.

Family Night:
Free Family Night starts at 6:00pm
Come cheer on your favorite runner then spend twilight hours with your family, friends and neighbors. You’ll enjoy a spectacular dance program by the Dance Academy dancers, a demonstration by One Step Beyond Martial Arts Center and music provided by DJ Dave Solimine, Good Times Unlimited.  There will be face painting, pony rides, moon bounce, art projects and free food and ice cream. Neponset 5K River Run & Family Night is a growing Hyde Park tradition & a great way to kick off your summer.

Hyde Park Arts Association

www.hydeparkartassociation.com

Monday Mornings with Paul
10:00 am – 12 noon
MacDonald’s
1312 Hyde Park Avenue, Hyde Park
Their ongoing art classes will continue in memory of artist Paul Nolan. Bring your coffee, your work, paint, doodle and network. All artists are welcome. (No class on Monday, May 26 - Memorial Day)

“THINK SPRING” Exhibit
Hyde Park Branch Library, 35 Harvard Avenue
Everything is in bloom...this exhibit provides examples of spring's diversity in a variety of mediums and color that can only hope to capture the spirit of spring.  On view until the end of June 2008..
www.hydeparkartassociation.com

Hyde Park Art Center
26 Central Avenue, Hyde Park
Summer art classes with Hyde Park Art Association Teachers beginning June 23

Children’s summer programs for ages 4-5, 6-8, 9-12
Learn to Sew with Rebecca Holland
Beginning Ceramic Tile Making with Judith Ouellette
Teachers: Rosemarie Clinton, Sasja Lucas and Cheryl Murphy

Adult Art classes
Knitting with Cheryl Bell
Learn to Sew with Rebecca Holland: quilting, garments and home décor
Beginning Ceramic Tile Making with Judith Ouellette
Painting with Sasja Lucas
Contact Cheryl Murphy 617-364-9336 for details

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Hyde Park Arts Initiative

Hyde Park Arts Initiative Meeting
Thursday, June 5, 6:30 pm
Hyde Park Branch Library, 35 Harvard Ave.
A monthly Meeting of a unique coalition of artists, non-profits, businesses and individuals collaborating to promote the growing arts community in Hyde Park.  Utilizing arts and cultural events to enhance the business center of Hyde Park, Cleary/Logan Square.
www.hydeparkartsinitiative.org

Hyde Park’s Friday Night Traffic Jam Concert Series
Rush Hour Transformed!
Free Concert Series
Fridays, June 27, July 11, 18, 25 & August 1.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
In the Pocket Park next to the Post Office on the corner of River Street and Hyde Park Avenue
Hyde Park Arts Initiative, Hyde Park Main Streets and the Traffic Jam Band present Hyde Park’s Friday Night Traffic Jam five week outdoor concert series. Starting June 27, roll down you car window and unwind on your way home or take a stroll down to Cleary Square to enjoy the music of the local musicians, have dinner or treat yourself at one of America’s favorite ice cream shops.  No need to travel far to jump start your weekend.

Hyde Park ARTSCENE
Saturday, July 19, 2008
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fairmount Ave @ Logan Square, Hyde Park
Come enjoy Hyde Park's very own summer evening arts festival and outdoor cafe! 
Hyde Park ArtScene features dozens of local artists, dance troupes, and musicians. Spend a warm summer evening with neighbors and friends strolling along Fairmount Avenue browsing the more than 40 arts and crafts booths while stopping to sample local food and drink in an outdoor cafe setting. The atmosphere of music, motion and visual splendor includes creative activities for the kids and summer fun for everyone!

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Hyde Park Library/Friends of the Hyde Park Library

SPECIAL EVENTS

Early Summer Book Sale
Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Hyde Park Branch Library
Menino Hall, 35 Harvard Avenue
617 361-2524
Books for adults, teens, and children; Videos/CDs/tapes Specials [autographed, rare, almost new]; Tag sale table
Members Only Wine and Cheese Preview Sale Thursday, June 12, 2008, 6:00pm

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HYDE PARK!
1868—2008

All performances are free and children and their families are welcome.
35 Harvard Avenue, Hyde Park
617.361.2524 | www.bpl.org/branches/hyde.htm

 “Hyde Park — The Founding of a Town”
Saturday, June 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
How does a town come into being? Local newspaper columnist Gloria Ganno will tell you what happened 140 years ago.

The Kevin Harris Project jazz performance
Monday, June 16, 6:00 p.m.
Hyde Park Branch Library, 35 Harvard Avenue
Deeply committed to the teaching of America's improvised classical music—jazz—the Kevin Harris Project has developed a captivating program that has inspired audiences of all ages.

REGULARLY SCHEDULED EVENTS

Chess and Checkers with Charles
Every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:30 – 5:30, and Every Saturday 12:30 – 4:30
Children of all ages and all skill levels

TERI College Access Center
Every Monday from 12:00 – 8:00 and  Every Wednesday from 10:00 – 6:00
Get help with plans for college or post-secondary education, including financial aid

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Hyde Park Family YMCA

Camp registration going on now.
June 23rd—August 29th
Session 1: June 23–July 3* (no camp July 4th)
Session 2: July 7– 18           
Session 3: July 21—August 1
Session 4: August 4—August 15
Session 5: August 18-August 29   
Camp Hours: 9:00AM—5:00PM
For more information call 617.361.2300 x229 or stop by The Hyde Park Family YMCA at 1137 River Street.

Hyde Park Family YMCA Camp Sayre
Outdoor Adventure Camp (ages 6-12)
June 23rd—August 29th $420/session
(financial assistance available)
Camp Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM
Extended Care (8:00am-6:00pm) - $15/session
Let the Hyde Park YMCA Camp Sayre bring out the best in your child—having fun while learning hands-on about caring, valuing honesty, learning about respect and responsibility for others. Hyde Park YMCA Camp Sayre is located in the Blue Hills of Milton and is open to boys and girls ages 6-12. This camp is a collaboration of the Hyde Park Family YMCA and Boston Minuteman Council—Boy Scouts of America. This camp combines the mission and values of both organizations. The activities in Camp Sayre assist youth in building strength of mind, body, and spirit while learning positive values and skills that will last a lifetime.
Arts & Crafts, Sports/Outdoor Activities, Aquatics

Hyde Park Family YMCA Summer Camps 2008
Pre & Post Camp: $50 per week for extended day (8am-6pm)                

Scamper Camp (ages 3-5)
$350/session for Y members, $400/session community rate   
A fun, safe and nurturing experience for young children between the ages of 3-5 that allows them to explore their neighborhood, play with friends, and participate in a variety of hands on activities. While on-site the children will participate in: opening circle activities, art projects, reading circle, library visits, group games, swimming 2 times a week at our on-site indoor pool, nap time, hands-on science and singing. The children will go off site once a week for a fun and educational field trip to places like: The Swan Boats, Herbert’s Chocolate Factory, the library for story time, or other area attractions. Staff ratio for our young children is 1 staff per every 5 children.

Adventure Camp (ages 6-8)
$340/session for Y members, $400/session community rate
A fun and adventurous experience for children ages 6-8 that engages children in a variety of exciting hands–on activities and field trips, including a visit to Battleship Cove, an exciting Pawtucket Red Sox game, a day at George’s Island, and a weekly beach trip.  Staff ratio is 1 staff per every 10 children.

Extreme Camp (ages 9-12)
$340/session for Y members, $400/session community rate               
An extremely enriching experience for children ages 9-12 in which they will explore Boston and its surrounding areas through activities and field trips, including a tour of Fenway Park, Patriot’s Training Camp, rock-climbing, and a  weekly beach trip. This camp will have two focuses this year. They are Sports and Arts. During on-site days, the children will get to choose which section of the camp they would like to participate in. Staff ratio is 1 staff per every 10 children.

Hyde Park Main Streets

Hyde Park Main Streets Networking Breakfast
Thursday, June 19, 7:45 am – 9:00 am at
River Grille, 1263 River Street. 
“Sustainable Businesses”  Guest Speaker: Regina Durga, from Siemen’s Building Technologies and Hyde Park resident. Event sponsored by Hyde Park Cooperative. For more information call 617.361.6964. www.hydeparkmainstreets.com

Historic Boston Inc. & Hyde Park Main Streets Community Meeting
Thursday, June 12, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Hyde Park Branch Library, 35 Harvard Avenue
Historic Boston Inc. will be presenting their historic research findings and draft work plan for Hyde Park. Please come; it is a chance to give feedback and input into the project. 

Hyde Park Open Studios

Hyde Park Open Studios
The Sixth Annual Hyde Park Open Studios 2008 artist registration form is now available. The forms have been sent out via email to all past participating artists and is also on at our website. Deadline to register: June 20. This year's open studio is scheduled for December 6 & 7. www.hydeparkopenstudios.org

O’Dwyer School of Irish Dancing

Registration
Registration is open for children & adults. All levels welcome.
Call (508) 269-1051 for information, or stop in at 49 Fairmount Avenue, Hyde Park. www.odwyerschool.com

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Riverside Theatre Works

www.rtwboston.org

On Broadway Dinner Show
Friday, June 20
X&O Restaurant, 217 Washington Street, Stoughton
Tickets $45
Doors Open 7:00 pm, Dinner: 7:30 pm, Show 8:30 pm
X&O Restaurant presents One Night Only, On Broadway with Riverside Theatre Works’ Mixed Emotions Featuring Marissa McCue. For Reservations call 781.344.1800

Seussical
Presented by Riverside Theatre Works Musical Theatre II Class
June 6 & 7, 7:00 pm
Riverside Theatre Works, 45 Fairmount Avenue
Tickets $10
Call 617.361.5269
Directed by Tara Brooke Watkins
Musically Directed by Jenny Tsai

Les Miserables School Edition
Presented by Riverside Theatre Works Musical Theatre III Class
June 13 -15
Friday 8pm, Saturday 3 pm & 8 pm, Sunday 3 pm
Riverside Theatre Works, 45 Fairmount Avenue
Tickets $10
Call 617.361.5269

Cinderella
Presented by Riverside Theatre Works Musical Theatre II Class
June 20 & 21, 7pm
Riverside Theatre Works, 45 Fairmount Avenue
Directed by Maureen Fish
Musically Directed by Jan Zimmerman
Tickets $10
Call 617.361.5269

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SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, July 19
Hyde Park’s ARTSCENE
Fairmount Avenue @ Logan Square
4 pm – 9 pm

Sunday, September 7
Jimmy Tingle for President
At Riverside Theatre Works, 3pm

Friday, October 3
Hyde Park Family YMCA
Annual Auction
George Wright Golf Course

Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7
Hyde Park Open Studios

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