Tuesday, April 16, 2013
SOMERVILLE ARMORY EVENTS - April 15 - 22, 2013
Lea Ruscio
The Center for Arts at the Armory
191 Highland Ave., Ste 1-A
Somerville, MA 02143
617-718-2191
Salsa Basics with Mambo Soul
Mon Apr 15, 7-8 PM, in the Cafe, $15
An evening of hot sassy salsa dance at the Armory! No experience or partner necessary. Every Monday in April and May. Monthly tuition rates also available.
First and Last Word Poetry Series
Tue Apr 16, 7-9:30 PM, in the Cafe, $4
Readings by featured poets followed by an open mic session for anyone in the audience.
The Essence of a Meditative State of Mind
Wed Apr 17, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the Cafe, $15
Explore mind, thought, and consciousness in a discussion group led by Faith Escudero (MEd, CAGS, LMHC).
Third Thursdays Jazz at the Armory
Thu Apr 18, 8-10:30 PM, in the Mezzanine, Donations
This month we welcome Abstract Scenario who will showcase a unique blend of jazz, funk, hip-hop, fusion and world styles. Come support local jazz!
Castle of Comedy
Thu Apr 18, 8:30-10:30 PM, in the Café, Donations
Castle of Comedy's monthly show will once again bring some of the best comedians in Boston to the Cafe.
pARTicipate!School Break Program: Parkour Basics
Fri Apr 19, 8:30 AM-1:15 PM, in the Hall &Cafe, $15
Part of our school break program, for kids aged 5-18. Blake Evitt and Parkour Generations America will hold a day of classes and open gym to teach the basics of this stunning movement phenomenon. Sessions open to all skill and fitness levels - check our website for details of which ages are at which times.
So Sol and Friends
Fri Apr 19, 8:00-10:30 PM, in the Hall
So Sol returns to the Armory, on a co-bill with steep leans, MOONTOWERS, and As The Sparrow. Prepare yourselves for a fun and funky music event!
Richard Cambridge’s Poetry Theatre: Celebrating National Poetry Month
Fri Apr 19, 8-10:30 PM, in the Café, $10
This month, the Poetry Theatre features a quasi-quixotic, semi-sensible fusion of Elizabeth Gordon McKim and Tomas O'Leary's poetry-in-performance.
Cambridge Science Festival: Combat Robots!
Sun Apr 21, 4:30-8:30 PM, in the Hall, FREE
Artisan’s Asylum is teaming up with MathWorks to host a week-long combat robot design challenge as part of the Cambridge Science Festival - and the grand finale is at the Armory! Watch the robots compete in a double-elimination tournament.
And looking ahead to next Monday morning...
Knucklebones: For the Love of Play!
Mon Apr 22, 9-11:30 AM, in the Hall, $15 drop-in
Knucklebones sets up their playspace every Monday morning in the Armory, featuring a plethora of high quality, unique athletic games and equipment that promote gross motor development, physical activity and fun! Drop-in and monthly rates available.
The Center for Arts at the Armory
191 Highland Ave., Ste 1-A
Somerville, MA 02143
617-718-2191
Salsa Basics with Mambo Soul
Mon Apr 15, 7-8 PM, in the Cafe, $15
An evening of hot sassy salsa dance at the Armory! No experience or partner necessary. Every Monday in April and May. Monthly tuition rates also available.
First and Last Word Poetry Series
Tue Apr 16, 7-9:30 PM, in the Cafe, $4
Readings by featured poets followed by an open mic session for anyone in the audience.
The Essence of a Meditative State of Mind
Wed Apr 17, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the Cafe, $15
Explore mind, thought, and consciousness in a discussion group led by Faith Escudero (MEd, CAGS, LMHC).
Third Thursdays Jazz at the Armory
Thu Apr 18, 8-10:30 PM, in the Mezzanine, Donations
This month we welcome Abstract Scenario who will showcase a unique blend of jazz, funk, hip-hop, fusion and world styles. Come support local jazz!
Castle of Comedy
Thu Apr 18, 8:30-10:30 PM, in the Café, Donations
Castle of Comedy's monthly show will once again bring some of the best comedians in Boston to the Cafe.
pARTicipate!School Break Program: Parkour Basics
Fri Apr 19, 8:30 AM-1:15 PM, in the Hall &Cafe, $15
Part of our school break program, for kids aged 5-18. Blake Evitt and Parkour Generations America will hold a day of classes and open gym to teach the basics of this stunning movement phenomenon. Sessions open to all skill and fitness levels - check our website for details of which ages are at which times.
So Sol and Friends
Fri Apr 19, 8:00-10:30 PM, in the Hall
So Sol returns to the Armory, on a co-bill with steep leans, MOONTOWERS, and As The Sparrow. Prepare yourselves for a fun and funky music event!
Richard Cambridge’s Poetry Theatre: Celebrating National Poetry Month
Fri Apr 19, 8-10:30 PM, in the Café, $10
This month, the Poetry Theatre features a quasi-quixotic, semi-sensible fusion of Elizabeth Gordon McKim and Tomas O'Leary's poetry-in-performance.
Cambridge Science Festival: Combat Robots!
Sun Apr 21, 4:30-8:30 PM, in the Hall, FREE
Artisan’s Asylum is teaming up with MathWorks to host a week-long combat robot design challenge as part of the Cambridge Science Festival - and the grand finale is at the Armory! Watch the robots compete in a double-elimination tournament.
And looking ahead to next Monday morning...
Knucklebones: For the Love of Play!
Mon Apr 22, 9-11:30 AM, in the Hall, $15 drop-in
Knucklebones sets up their playspace every Monday morning in the Armory, featuring a plethora of high quality, unique athletic games and equipment that promote gross motor development, physical activity and fun! Drop-in and monthly rates available.
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