Performances, exhibitions, recitals, and other cultural activities or those by supporters of the arts
Love Speculative Fiction, SciFi, and Fantasy but not sure what to read next? Join blogger, Kristen, of Fantasy Cafe for this quarterly session of her recommendations of some of the best of SciFi/Fantasy books out there! We're sure you'll find something to like from Kristen's many enthusiastic reviews.
At 3 pm: Group Hike on the Tri-Community Trail, leaving from and returning to Winchester Unitarian Society parking lot. This loop hike is approximately 4.4 miles in total along the beautiful shores of the Mystic Lakes and through the Brooks Estate. Mostly flat walking on pavement or dirt path along lakes, hiking in woods and some elevation changes in Brooks Estate. Options to shorten the hike by joining or leaving from Upper Mystic Lake Dam parking lot.
At 6 pm: concert at the Winchester Unitarian Society, sponsored by the Blackstone Valley Music & Performing Arts Collaborative. Refreshments
Amaze your family and friends with your 3-D drawings and DIY 3-D glasses. For kids in grades 2-5. Registration required. Questions? Email winchild@minlib. netThis program is supported by the Friends of the Winchester Public Library. ** FOR ALL CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING: Parents/caregivers must remain in the building while a child younger than 8 years old is attending a Library program.
Tickets available at the door. $15/adult: $10/student and children.
Performers include WHS Chambers, Bella Voce and Octets BC's Common Tones, BU's BosTones, Brown's Disney a Capella and Harmonic Motion, Fordham's Ramblers, Harvard's Opportunes, MIT's Chorallaries, UMass' Duly Noted, Wesleyan's Cardinal Sinners.
Join historical musical sensation Diane Taraz to celebrate the spirit of life and memories of friends. She will be performing her Fond Farewell musical program for Memorial Day, consisting of classical and original songs on guitar and dulcimer. The program will include Over the Rainbow, Wayfaring Stranger, Amazing Grace, Will the Circle be Unbroken and many more. Diane has provided music for sponsored events and recorded CDs, produced 20 solo CDs, 6 CDs with groups and 4 singles. Sponsored by the Cummings Foundation.
Yuyutsu Sharma World-Renowned Himalayan Poet & Julie Williams-Krishnan American Photographer Join us at the museum for an immersive afternoon with internationally celebrated Himalayan poet Yuyutsu Sharma and American photographer Julie Williams-Krishnan as they explore the unique interplay between poetry and photography. Recently returned from the Himalayan Literature Festival, curated by Yuyutsu and where Julie taught photography as a member of the faculty, these two artists will offer insights into how their respective crafts interact and inform each other --transforming moments into
Koshari Mama presents vegan Egyptian delights. From the rich spices to the traditional dishes, this buffet offers a culinary journey through the heart of Egypt, all in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. To make the evening even more special, we’ll have a live belly dancer performance between courses, adding an exciting cultural experience to the night! Basic cost: $84; lower and higher tiered prices available.
Join us at Winchester High School (80 Skillings Road) on Tuesday, May 20, from 5:30 - 7:30 for a family-friendly Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander celebration! There will be entertainment, educational activities, advocacy, food and more. This event is free and open to everyone. We hope you'll join the fun!
Join us at Winchester High School (80 Skillings Road) on Tuesday, May 20, from 5:30 – 7:30 for a family-friendly Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander celebration! There will be entertainment, educational activities, advocacy, food and more. This event is free and open to everyone. We hope you’ll join the fun!
Adult learners at WCMS are invited to join us for an evening of discussion, music, and community. This gathering will combine a relaxed, informal performance opportunity with a continued group discussion of the themes offered by William Westney's book, The Perfect Wrong Note.
Please sign up to let us know if you'll be there, whether as a performer, audience member and discussion participant, or both!
If you need a piano accompanist, or have questions, please email wcms@winchestermusic.org. The deadline to submit music to us for the accompanist is March 21. Rehearsal day with accompanist TBD