FRI., APR. 13
A Conversation with Eddie Palmieri
Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and band-leader Eddie Palmieri, dubbed the “Sun of Latin Jazz,” will be honored by Harvard University April 11-14. Moderated by José Massó, host of WBUR-FM’s “Con Salsa.” Presented by Learning From Performers (Office for the Arts at Harvard) and the Harvard Jazz Bands. Cabot House Living Room, 100 Walker St. at the Harvard-Radcliffe Quad, Cambridge at 4 p.m. Admission free and open to the public. For information call 617-495-8676; www.fas.harvard.edu/ofa.
SAT., APR. 14
Bird Walk at the
Boston Nature Center
Come to the Boston Nature Center and discover some amazing bird species. From Red-tailed Hawks to Wild Turkeys, the Boston Nature Center is home to a huge variety of bird life! 8-10 a.m. at the Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St., Mattapan. $4 members, $5 non-members. All Ages. For more information contact the Boston Nature Center at 617-983-8500.
Dorchester and Roxbury Family YMCAs Celebrate Annual Healthy Kids Day
From 10 a.m.–1 p.m., the Dorchester and Roxbury Family YMCAs will celebrate Healthy Kids Day. Healthy Kids Day is a free, fun-filled day of activities designed to promote healthy kids and families in spirit, mind and body. Healthy Kids Day community-based events celebrate making fitness fun, and introduce kids to an array of YMCA programs that teach healthy behaviors and healthy ways to play — an essential lesson in learning how to take care of themselves throughout their lifetimes.
Healthy Kids Day is part of YMCA Activate America, an innovative public health initiative of the YMCA movement that is making healthy living a reality for millions of Americans. Some of the activities at this year’s event include free healthy food samples, parent and child exercise program, summer camp information and free health screenings. There will also be fun prizes and giveaways.
For more information, please call the Dorchester Family YMCA at (617) 436-7750 or Roxbury Family YMCA at (617) 427-5300, or visit www.ymcaboston.org.
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MON., APR. 16
Modern American Music Ensembles
The Longy Conservatory Jazz Ensemble and the MAM Repertory Ensemble perform under the direction of George Garzone and Charlie Kohlhase. 8 p.m. at Edward M. Pickman Concert Hall, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden St., Cambridge. Free Admission. 617-876-0956 x500, www.longy.edu.
TUES., APR. 17
African American Studies Program
Boston University’s African American Studies Program presents “America’s Vital Interest in Global Health,” a lecture by BU Professor Jerry Keusch. At the African American Studies Center, 138 Mountfort St., Brookline. Refreshments will be available. At the Photonics Center, 8 St. Mary’s St., Boston, All events take place 4-6 p.m. and are free and open to the public. For more information email afam@bu.edu.
Longitude
Longy’s unique new music ensemble is dedicated to the performance of twentieth- and twenty-first century chamber works. Kate Vincent and Paul Brust, co-directors. 8 p.m. Edward M. Pickman Concert Hall, Longy School of Music, 27 Garden St., Cambridge. Free Admission.
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WEDS., APR. 18
Zeta Phi Beta
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc and the March of Dimes presents an interactive discussion about birth defects, prematurity awareness and how you can help. Come share your stories, thoughts and ideas to overcome this disparity. Refreshments will be served. 7-8 pm Roxbury YMCA. Sponsored by Delta Omicron Zeta Chapter. Please contact dozetaboston@ yahoo.com for further information.
THURS., APR. 19
“Nathan’s Journey” Book Signing
“Nathan’s Journey” was written for children ages 8 and over to help them understand why an autistic sibling or friend is different. The book traces Nathan’s progress through special needs school to a time when he becomes class president and plays basketball for a local team. Adults will also find the book uplifting and filled with valuable information about helping an autistic child. The author of this moving and riveting story is Helen Barclay, Nathan’s mother. A must read for everyone who has been touched by this disorder and those who have not. You can meet Helen and Nathan at the upcoming book signing between 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Grove Hall Branch Library, 5 Crawford St., Dorchester.
MARCH for JOBS and CORI REFORM
Do you or someone you know have a CORI? The CORI (criminal record system) bans thousands of residents from obtaining jobs, housing and loans. Preventing people from earning an honest living is unfair, costly, and increases crime. Please join us to call for CORI Reform — the time for change is now! March to the State House. 10 a.m. Meet outside Roxbury Crossing T-Stop. Endorsed by over 50 organizations. Rain location — 1 p.m. inside the State House. Contact the Boston Workers’ Alliance at (617) 427-8108, visit Chuck Turner’s Dudley Office, or go to www.Boston WorkersAlliance.org.
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