Science Lecture: The Origin of Cellular Life
Wednesday, February 1 @ 6pm
Harvard Museum of Natural History, Geological Lecture Hall, 24 Oxford St., Cambridge, 02138
617-495-3045
Free
Jack Szostak, a Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School and Distinguished Investigator at Mass. General will be at the Harvard Museum of Natural History to talk about the origin of cellular life and how the process of evolution began. The talk is free and open to the public; free parking is available at the 52 Oxford Street Garage.
Bonnie Schneider, CNN Meteorologist, @ MOS
Wednesday, February 1 @ 7pm
Museum of Science, 1 Science Park, Boston 02114
617-723-2500
Free
Bonnie Schneider, meteorologist, CNN Headline News, will be at the Museum of Science to talk about natural disasters and how to prepare for them in order to save your life, as explained in her new book, Extreme Weather. She will also be available to sign copies of the book after the lecture. Please note that while admission is free, space is limited. Reserve your seat online or visit the lobby on the day of the event, where a limited number of tickets will be given out on a first come, first served basis.
“Jürgen Habermas and the Social Significance of Religion,”
Wednesday, February 1 @ 5pm
Boston University School of Law, Barristers Hall, 765 Commonwealth Ave., First Floor, Boston 02215
18+
Free
The Boston University Institute for Philosophy and Religion presents “Jürgen Habermas and the Social Significance of Religion”, a lecture by Peter Gordon, Department of History, Harvard University, as part of the 2011-12 Lecture Series, whose theme is Politics, Religion, and Theology. Michael Zank, Acting Director, Elie Wiesel Center for Judaic Studies, Boston University will moderate the discussion. The respond is Hugh Baxter, Department of Philosophy and School of Law, Boston University.
Brewers Helping Neighbors Beer Drinking Event
Thursday, February 2 6:30pm-9:30pm
Harriet Tubman House, 566 Columbus Ave., Boston, 02118
617-536-8610
21+
$40
The United South End Settlements presents the 3rd Annual Brewers Helping Neighbors event, a fundraiser featuring craft beers to taste from brewers all over New England, live music, and food from local restaurants. The night will be emceed by Kennedy Elsey from Mix 104.1. Please note that tickets must be purchased in advance; none will be sold at the door. Get yours here. Ticket includes admission, beer samples, tasting glass, food, beverages, and entertainment.
Gonson Society Lecture: Georgia O’Keefe
Thursday, February 2 @ 10:30am
Cambridge Center for Adult Education, Blacksmith House, 56 Brattle St., Cambridge 02339
617-547-6789 ext. 1
$4 Suggested Donation
The Cambridge Center for Adult Education presents Judy Schurgin, who will present a lecture on the renowned American artist of the 20th Century, Georgia O’Keefe, as part of the Gonson Society Lecture Series.
Gonson Society Lecture: Modern Drama
Thursday, February 2 @ Noon
Cambridge Center for Adult Education, Blacksmith House, 56 Brattle St., Cambridge 02339
617-547-6789 ext. 1
$4 Suggested Donation
Anne Pattison, Boston playwright and teacher, will be at the Center for Adult Education to discuss Modern Drama and the elements that make it up, as part of the Gonson Society Lecture Series.
Sum of Its Parts: A Boston Neighborhood Overview
Thursday, February 2 @ 12:15pm
Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington St., Boston, 02108
617-482-6439
All Ages
$6/Adults, $5/Seniors, Students, $1/ Kids Ages 6-18, Free/Kids Under 6 & Members
The Old South Meeting House presents Sum of its Parts: A Boston Neighborhood Overview, an historic lecture on the creation and development of the city of Boston and its neighborhoods, given by Emily Wolf, Architectural Historian and Assistant Survey Director at Boston Landmarks Commission.
Franklin Park Snow Festival
Saturday, February 4 @ Noon
Franklin Park Clubhouse, One Circuit Dr., Boston 02121
617-442-4141
All Ages
Free
The Franklin Park Coalition presents the Franklin Park Snow Festival, a chance for members of the public to sled, snowshoe, cross country ski, or just play in the snow, free of charge. There will also be board games and hot chocolate in the clubhouse.
Harvard Hockey Game, Free for Non-Profits
Saturday, February 4 @ 4pm
Harvard University Bright Hockey Center, 79 N. Harvard St., Boston 02138
617-495-2211
Free
Harvard University presents Non-Profit Organization Night, where members of local non-profits will receive free tickets to watch the Women’s Hockey team compete with Princeton. To receive tickets for your organization, email [email protected].
Guided Snowshoe Walk
Sunday, February 5 @12:30pm
Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St., Boston 02126
617-983-8500
All Ages
$4-$6
Join a Teacher Naturalist from the Mass Audubon Boston Nature Center & Wildlife Sanctuary for a guided snowshoe walk on one of the trails (or a regular walk if no snow is present). Snowshoe instructions will be provided. Please also note that there is an additional $6-$8 charge for the snowshoe rental.
Lowell Lecture Series: Remembering the Civil War
Tuesday, February 7 @ 6pm
Boston Public Library, Rabb Lecture Hall, 700 Boylston St., Boston 02116
617-536-5400
Free
As part of the Lowell Lecture Series: Remembering the Civil War, the Boston Public Library presents a Tuesday evening talk with Susan Hockfield, influential leader at MIT. Along with her role as the 16th president of the university since December 2004, Dr. Hockfield is also the first life scientist and the first woman to head the institute.
20th Anniversary Storytelling Celebration
Tuesday, February 7 @ 7pm
Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church, 1555 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge 02138
508-795-0494
All Ages
$15/online, $20/at door
The Story Space is celebrating its 20th Anniversary of Tuesday night storytelling with a big event at the Harvard-Epworth Methodist Church in Harvard Square, featuring Jay O’Callahan, internationally renowned storyteller, along with many other great storytellers of the local community. Get your ticket online to save five bucks.
To Your Health Lecture: Trading Time
Tuesday, February 7 @ 10:30am
Cambridge Center for Adult Education, Blacksmith House, 56 Brattle St., Cambridge 02339
617-547-6789 ext. 1
$4 Suggested Donation
Carol Moses, Outreach Coordinator for The Time Trade Circle, will be at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education to talk about the non-profit’s mission to connect the community through traded services, as part of the Gonson Society Lecture Series.