06-04-2025
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- Boston Globe
Free Ben & Jerry's cone plus ABBA dance party, pre-Easter celebrations, and more
I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM
April is full of cherished holidays, all celebrated with family, friends, and
April 8,
noon-8 p.m. All Ben & Jerry's locations.
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The Museum of Fine Arts invited college students to an after-hours celebration of art and community, allowing them to attend gallery talks, craft personalized items, and enjoy live music.
Museum of Fine Arts
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
In Boston, a valid student ID generates plenty of opportunities for free entry — a fast pass, if you will, effective throughout the entire city. The Museum of Fine Arts will be providing a special opportunity for students during its College Night. Chock-full of gallery tours and talks, collective art making, and live music, the night will provide interactive activities to encourage connection among Boston students. Also included is free entry to the museum's new 'Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits' exhibition as well as complimentary sweet treats and MFA swag.
April 10, 5-8 p.m. 465 Huntington Ave.
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CARPE DIEM!
Those looking to seize the day can attend Trident Booksellers & Café's 'Dead Poets Society' screening. The 1989 coming-of-age film starring late actor Robin Williams tells the story of a sheltered group of prep-school boys who learn to fight against societal and parental expectations with the help of their English teacher.
April 10, 6:30 p.m. 338 Newbury St.
HOP TO IT
If you can't wait to snap a picture with the Easter Bunny or collect your basket of eggs, there are a few options for early celebrations of the holiday. On Saturday at the Wayland Town Center, a
April 12 and 13. Locations and times vary.
Remnant celebrated an ABBA Dance Party in 2024. The night was full of '70s-inspired outfits, funky music, and plenty of dancing.
Celina Carros
YOU CAN DANCE, YOU CAN JIVE
Those who prefer the originals to the 'Mamma Mia!' covers, this one is for you. Drawing from the signature '70s disco party culture, Remnant Brewing in Somerville will be hosting an ABBA dance party. The night will include a playlist of the Swedish band's most upbeat tunes, plus other groovy tracks of the era. A costume contest for the best disco get-up will reward one stylish partygoer with a $100 gift card to local boutique Lexie Butterfly Vintage.
April 12, 8 p.m. 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville.
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SMALL TALES
Before the beginning of the school week, kids may want some time to decompress, reset, and prepare. Thankfully, some bookshops throughout the Boston area host free Sunday storytimes for families. The
April 13, times and locations vary.
The "Anna Kristina Goransson: Topia" exhibit will run through May 4 at the Boston Sculptors Gallery, where the artist will give a talk this Sunday.
Anna Kristina Goransson
ART IN 3-D
For those without student IDs still wanting to spend their weekend immersed in art, the Boston Sculptors Gallery has you covered next Sunday. The gallery will host three artist talks for Virginia Mahoney's 'Holding Thoughts,' Anna Kristina Goransson's 'Topia,' and Andy Zimmermann's 'Snulpture' exhibitions. Each uses uniquely different materials and techniques, each telling its own distinct story.
April 13, 3 p.m. 486 Harrison Ave.
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