Race, Culture, Identity and Achievement Seminar Series
4-6 p.m. Judge Luis G. Perez of the Worcester Juvenile Court will deliver the third lecture in this year’s Race, Culture, Identity and Achievement Seminar Series. Judge Luis G. Perez will address the topic, “Preventive Approaches to Youth Violence.” The talk will take place at the Mildred Avenue School, 5 Mildred Ave., Mattapan. We want to urge teachers, students, parents, community activists and juvenile justice professionals to attend this session. We expect to have a lively conversation about how we can all work together to support the healthy development of young people. A reception will follow Judge Perez’s presentation and community conversation. For further information and to register, go to the series website at www.achievementsemi nars.com or email theresa.perry@simmons.edu. This event is free and open to the public.
FRI., NOVEMBER 16
Tools for Tutoring Seminar
Provides vital information on the importance and application of “purpose” in study and education. This seminar will be helpful for those working with students of all ages and in understanding one’s own purpose when studying. 6:30-8 p.m. Located at the Boston Scientology Ministry, 1783 Washington St., Boston (just off Massachusetts Ave.). Light refreshments will be served. RSVP at 617-927-2247.
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SAT., NOVEMBER 17
COMMUNITY DAY! Thanksgiving Dinner
Sponsored by St. Luke Christian AME Zion Church. Come out to eat and fellowship as we give back to our amazing community. 3-7 p.m. 1099 Blue Hill Ave., Dorchester. This is a day to feed seniors, and those in need. For information contact the church at 617-825-6399.
GODSPELL at Blessed Mother Teresa Church
GODSPELL JR., at Blessed Mother Teresa on Savin Hill Ave. in Dorchester on November 17 & 18 at 7 p.m. This production is being presented by Neighborhood Children’s Theatre of Boston, in conjunction with the Blessed Mother Teresa CYO. Tickets will be $6. To order tickets in advance please call 617-825-3555 and leave a message.
SUN., NOVEMBER 18
Boston Grooves 4 NOLA
Boston Grooves 4 NOLA is bringing a taste of New Orleans to Boston at 8 p.m. at the Milky Way Lounge and Lanes, 403-405 Centre St., Jamaica Plain. Featured performers include the New Orleans artistic trio TREMÉ. Through a collage of trumpet, guitar, spoken-word, and song, spoken-word artist Asali DeVan, acoustic, reggae guitarist, Ben Hunter, and trumpeter Troy Sawyer honor the 300 year old neighborhood Tremé, known as the birthplace of Jazz, and therefore, the birthplace of American music. Also performing is Boston’s own, Berklee’s Hip Hop Ensemble. This 10-piece ensemble transforms the sample-based art form of Hip-Hop into a live band experience. 617-524-3740; (21+). Cost $8; tickets also available online at http://www.nowac.org.
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