SoWa Art + Design District

WHERE THE ART OF WINTER IS ALWAYS FOUND.
There is only one 450 Harrison Ave.
First Friday is January 3rd, which is an artful way to start the new year. Save the date:
Friday, January 3rd, 2025, 5pm-9pm
And don’t forget to visit us any Sunday, 11am-4pm. There are four SoWa Sundays in January. You’ll meet the artists in person. You’ll be the first to see their new works. You can start the year with an art purchase that will warm your days.
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Local Event: SoWa First Friday

South End

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SoWa First Friday

Friday January 3, 2025: WHERE THE ART OF WINTER IS ALWAYS FOUND.
There is only one 450 Harrison Ave.
First Friday is January 3rd, which is an...

Mix up your weekend plans and come discover the excitement&nbsp;of recurve archery this Saturday night!&nbsp;Learn the fundamentals of this Olympic sport with our coaches and discover your hidden talent.&nbsp;High energy and fast pace event - very entertaining and great for individuals or family / friend groups to join in on the fun.&nbsp;
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<ul><li>Hosted indoors at the MLK Jr. School Gym every Saturday night from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.</li><li>Beginners welcome</li><li>Tickets available online only at otma.us/cambridge</li><li>$60 per archer&nbsp;<ul><li>All equipment, coaching and 1.5 hours of range time is included with admission</li></ul></li><li>Adults and youths (must be at least 13) eligible to shoot on the range.</li><li>Space is limited, book early!</li></ul>

Local Event: Archery Night Out!

Newton

Archery Night Out!

Saturday January 4, 2025: Mix up your weekend plans and come discover the excitement&nbsp;of recurve archery this Saturday night!&nbsp;Learn...

THE ART OF WINTER: A JANUARY SUNDAY.
There is only one 450 Harrison Ave.
You already know we’re ready to welcome you every Sunday of the year, 11am-4pm. And in January, there are four SoWa Sundays, January 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th.
Be the first to see new works in the new year. Experience the rewards of buying direct from the makers. Yes, it pays to be in the know.
And the first Friday of every month is still and always will be First Friday Open Studios, 5pm-9pm. See you First Friday, January 3rd! See you every Sunday! 
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Local Event: SoWa Sundays

SoWa Sundays

Sunday January 5, 2025: THE ART OF WINTER: A JANUARY SUNDAY.
There is only one 450 Harrison Ave.
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Sunday January 12, 2025: THE ART OF WINTER: A JANUARY SUNDAY.
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Local Event: Dive In Commonwealth Virtual Info Session

Boston

Dive In Commonwealth Virtual Info Session

Tuesday January 14, 2025: Do you know a sixth- or seventh-grader who loves to learn? Dive In Commonwealth wants to meet them! Hosted by...

Church of the Covenant

Our mind has limitless potential. But we can easily find ourself stuck in repetitive ways of thinking and behaving. Buddha taught many gentle methods to help us transform our mind and break free from old habits. 

This Tuesday 7-8pm meditation class will take a practical look at Buddha’s wisdom teachings and how it can be applied to our modern life.

Each week will include:

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<li>guided breathing meditation </li>
<li>a short teaching on how to access more inner calm and kindness </li>
<li>a concluding contemplative time</li>
<li>Q&amp;A time with Gen Khedrub</li>
</ul>

Tuesday, January 14 - How to craft a more balanced life
February 4 - Love vs. attachment
March 11 - The psychology of change

Location: These classes are held at the Church of the Covenant, 67 Newbury St.

Cost: $15 per class / free for members. 

Gen Kelsang Khedrub is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Boston. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism under the guidance of Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. Gen Khedrub has served as a Resident Teacher in Chicago and in Seattle, and over the years he has taught special events and led meditation retreats around the country. His heartfelt teachings are presented with clarity and humor that make them accessible to everyone.

Local Event: How to craft a more balanced life (meditate in Back Bay)

Cambridge

How to craft a more balanced life (meditate in...

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Sunday January 19, 2025: THE ART OF WINTER: A JANUARY SUNDAY.
There is only one 450 Harrison Ave.
You already know we’re ready to welcome you...

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Local Event: MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course

Lexington

MA Wills and Trusts: Free 5-Day Email Course

Thursday January 23, 2025: Learn the basics of MA Estate Planning in just 5 days.
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