“THANGZ-2-DO!!” (November 2013)
Welcome to “Thangz-2-Do!!”, the monthly e-newsletter providing information of cultural arts (poetry, theatre, comedy, etc.), as well as several other info to keep people in the loop that includes a link for daily Black History facts. (http://www.yenoba.com) and R.I.P. for those that passed away.
Also,Boston’s longest-running open mic gathering commonly known as VerBaLizAtiOn , will be happening on the first and third Wednesday for the month of November only. On November 6th, we are celebrating 14-years of bringing open mic nights to the community. Our featured poet will be none other than the amazing Neiel Israel. The following VerB on November 20th will present the legendary griot Askia M. Toure.
Finally, the film series “Afro-Cinema” is back on November 23rd at Hibernian Hall as we will show the documentary “Standing In The Shasdows Of Motown”.
Please mention my name to the promoter of any of these events listed below if and when you do attend one or more. Enjoy the list and have a blessed day!!
Peace,
VCR
R.I.P.
– CASSELL KELLEY SR. (VCR’s uncle)
– ERVIN COSTON (VCR’s cousin)
– JOSHUA MARKS (“Master Chef” contestant)
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POETRY/OPEN MIC EVENTS:
Every Sunday Night
LIZARD LOUNGE SUNDAY NIGHT POETRY JAM
w/The Jeff Robinson Trio
@ The Lizard Lounge
1667 Massachusetts Ave.,Cambridge (between Harvard Sq. & Porter Sq.)
Doors at 7:30pm – $5.00 cover
21+ w/ID required
For info visit www.poetryjam.org
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The 1st & 3rd Wednesday (November ONLY)
VerBaLizAtiOn
Boston’s longest-running open mic gathering providing the community
with a blend of poetry/spoken word, rhyme, song, good vibes, etc.
@ Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(next to fire dept. & barber shop)
6:30pm start (doors open at 6:00pm) / Free 2 The Public
Hosted by VCR
14-Year Anniversary Jam feat. NeielIsrael: November 6th
Askia M. Toure: November 20th
4 more info contact VCR at 617-480-7663 or bloodskinland@yahoo.com
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Every Thursday Night
ART IS LIFE ITSELF
@ The Haley House Bakery & Café
12 Dade St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(offWashington St.- next to Tropical Foods)
7:00pm – 10:00pm / No cover charge
Hosted by Nina LaNegra & Fulani Haynes
For more info call 617-445-0900 or visit www.haleyhouse.org/cafe
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Every Friday Night
GRAB THE MIC
New Night / New Location
@ The Patio
80 Broadway St.,MaldenMA
8:00pm – 10:00pm
Open mic sign-up at 7:45pm
Free admission / free parking / 21+ event
Hosted by Essex
Music by DJ Nomadik
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Saturday, November 2nd 2013
CONSCIOUSLY EXPOSED CAFE
An Evening of Poetry, Enlightening Documentary & Constructive Dialogue
@ St. Katharine Drexel Parish of Archdiocese ofBoston
175 Ruggles St.,Boston
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Free admission / Free parking
Refreshments will be served
Hosted by Afroblues
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Tuesday, November 5th 2013
TEEN OPEN MIC
Chill, Engage & Express Yourself!
@ Arts at the Amory
191 Highland Ave.-Suite1A,SomervilleMA
6:00pm – 8:00pm / Free to the public
Food & drinks available
(please arrive by 6:30pm to receive raffle tickets for monthly prize)
Hosted by Books of Hope, Groundwork Somerville & Teen Empowerment
Featuring today’s rising spoken word poets and musical artists
Also looking for youth who wants to be featured
* Teen Open Mic is every first Tuesday of the month
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Friday, November 1st 2013
“MUMIA: LONG DISTANCE REVOLUTIONARY”
A Journey with Mumia Abu-Jamal
@ Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(next to fire dept. & barber shop)
6:00pm community discussion – 7:00pm film screening
Free will donation
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Saturday, November 2nd 2013
TRIBUTE TO MINISTER RODNEY MUHAMMAD
Come joinBoston’s cumminities, private sectors, mosques, churches, community leaders and friends for a celebration reception to honor and appreciate our beloved brother/friend Minister Rodney Muhammad (formerly Rodney X) for his love for us and our community.
“Most of our heroes don’t appear on no stamp!” – Chuck D. (Public Enemy)
@ William E. Reed Auditorium
24 Washington St., Dorchester/Grove Hall
6:00pm start / $25.00 admission
Include dinner and entertainment
Hosted by Pastor Demetric Cooper
Tickets available at these outlets:
– A Nubian Notions Inc. (Roxbury/Dudley Sq.)
– The Tape Connection (Dorchester/Grove Hall)
For more info call 781-407-5850 or email at dmcoop2000@yahoo.com
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Saturday, November 23rd 2013
BloodSkinLand Productions presents
“AFRO-CINEMA”
An afternoon of important films (documentary or movie) being shown,
followed by a discussion about the film.
@ Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(next to fire dept. & barber shop)
12:30pm start (doors open at 12:00pm) / Free to the public
Featured film: “Standing In The Shadows Of Motown”
For more info contact VCR at 617-480-7663 or bloodskinland@yahoo.com
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THEATRE
Friday, November 1st & Saturday, November 2nd 2013
Roxbury Repertory Theater presents
“A SOLDIER’S PLAY”
A play by Charles Fuller / directed by Marshall Hughes
@ RoxburyCommunity College- Mainstage
1234 Columbus Ave., Roxbury
Fri., Nov. 1st at 10:00am & 8:00pm
Sat., Nov. 2nd at 2:00pm
Tickets $10.00 adults – $5.00 students & seniors
Starring David Curtis
For reservations and group rates contact Pamela Green at 617-541-5380
or email at pgreen@rcc.mass.edu
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Friday, November 1st – Saturday, November 16th 2013
Company One presents
“SPLENDOR”
A world premiere play by local OBIE Award-winning playwright Kirsten Greenidge
On Thanksgiving Eve in a town just north ofBoston, Fran is determined to make a nice turkey dinner for her chain-smoking klepto mother and her couch-surfing older brother. If only it were that simple. A vivid collage of local stories exposes a community where generations of families collide over far more than pumpkin pie and stuffing
Starring Alexandria King, James Milord and Obehi Janice
@BostonCenterfor the Arts – Plaza Theatre
539 Tremont St.,Boston/South End
$20.00 – $38.00 tickets
For dates and more info visit www.companyone.org
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Sunday, November 3rd 2013
Listen To Your Body presents
“AN EVOLUTION OF BREASTS”
@ Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(next to fire dept. & barber shop)
3:00pm – 6:00pm / $25.00 tickets
Monologues presented by Nicky Bundles, Ms. Toya Tiffany, D.Ruff,
Musu-kulla Massaquoi, Lonzell Haggray and Sarah Hogue
Emcee’d by Austin James
To purchase in advance visit http://ltyb.eventbrite.com
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Monday, November 4th & Monday, November 18th 2013
THE EMANCIPATED CENTURY
A staged reading series in AugustWilson’s Ten-Play Cycle
Two plays in November: “Two Trains Running” & “Jitney”
@ Boston Playwrights’ Theater
949 Commonwealth Ave., BostonMA
All staged reading start at 7:00pm / Free admission
For more info visit www.theemancipatedcentury.com
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EDUCATIONAL/HEALTH
Every Sunday Morning
KaAbBa: BUILDING THE LIGHTED TEMPLE/TREE OF LIFE KEYS
Awakening Consciousness 1st Degree Educational Model
Advanced education for all in fields of service (counselors, educators, human service providers, practitioners and those who like to deepen their cultural competency)
Orientation for Fall program
@AcademyofKemeticEducation
53 Cedar St., Mattapan
10:30am
Presented by Dr. Nteri Nelson
(Academy co-founder/educator/clinician/metaphycian/African Studies professor – UMass Boston)
– Psychological, Stages of Consciousness, Character, Human Development
– History of Ancient Africa/Egypt/Kemet and the Diaspora
– Self-Knowledge, Healing, Health and Cultural Competency
– Learn Tree of Life, Afrikan Science of Mind, Body & Soul
– Anatomy of the Soul and its Journey
– Practice Afrikan Wisdom in Modern Daily Living
– Behavioral/Mental Health/Social Worker (2011 approved for 64 CEC’s)
– Summer Travel toAfrica
To register please visit www.rrrk.net or www.akew.org
Or call Dr. Nteri Nelson 617-296-7797
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COMEDY
Sunday, November 10th 2013
Urban Media Entertainment presents
SCORPIO BIRTHDAY BASH
Veteran’s Day Weekend
Featuring comedian Michael Blackson performing live!
@ Moseley’s On The Charles
50 Bridge St.,DedhamMA
Show starts at 8:00pm
Tickets $30.00 in advance
Dress code: Uber-Chic & Trendy
(no sneakers or athletic wear)
Hosted by Cheddar & DJ Chubby Chub
Tickets available at these outlets:
– Laced (569 Columbus Ave.,Boston)
– QSalon & Spa (676 Centre St.)
– Upscale Nail Design (300 Warren St., Roxbury)
– Planet Grace (164 Blue Hill Ave.)
To purchase tickets online visit http://scorpiocomedybirthdaybash.eventbrite.com
4 bottle service/table RSVP call 617-905-1582 or 404-436-1325
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Saturday, November 30th 2013
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND COMEDY JAM & AFTER PARTY
Featuring the world famous DJ Kid Capri
@ Revere Hotel/Boston Common
200 Stuart St.,Boston
Doors at 7:00pm – showtime at 8:00pm
$45.00 in advance / $65.00 VIP
Featuring live comedy by:
– Lamont Price (Comedy Central’s “Comic To Watch”)
– Marshall Brandon (BET’s “Comic View”)
– Corey Manning (“Jamie Foxx’s Laffapalooza”)
– Chris Tabb (“NESN Comedy All-Stars”)
Live music by Tyrone Chase & Friends
Music by Technician The DJ & DJ Papadon
For tickets and more info visit www.gracejonesent.com
Or call 617-541-0047
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Saturday, November 30th 2013
BILL COSBY
@ TheWilburTheater
246 Tremont St., Boston
Showtime at 9:00pm
For tickets and more info visit www.thewilburtheatre.com
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PARTIES/SOCIAL NETWORKING/DANCE
Saturday, November 9th 2013
DJ Bruno Productions & UtopiaBostonRadio.Com presents
UTOPIA
@ Machine Nightclub
1256 Boylston St.,Boston
8:00pm – 2:00am
$10.00 admission / $5.00 Utopia Boston members
(sign-up to receive a membership card at the club)
Featuring music by DJ Bruno
* Utopia is every second Saturday of the month
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Saturday, November 9th 2013
Junior Rodigan & Big Up Media presents
WE LOVE THE 90’S
The UltimateReunion- Fall 2013 Edition
Strictly 90’s hits all night!
@ Russell Auditorium
70 Talbot Ave.,Dorchester
10:00pm – 2:00am
$18.00 in advance – more at the door
Featuring some ofBoston’s finest DJs:
Junior Rodigan, Deejay Dex, “Chief Rocker” Moe Dee, DJ Philly Black
And the return of the 90s club king DJ Phlex The Iceman
(playing Hip-Hop, Dancehall, R&B, Reggae and Slow Jams)
Receive a FREE 90’s Hits CD for the advanced ticket
Tickets available at these outlets:
– Irie Restaurant (Bowdoin Ave.,Dorchester)
– Flames Restaurant (Morton St., Mattapan)
For table reservations & birthday package discounts call 617-435-3402
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Friday, November 29th 2013
THE 1ST ANNUAL CARVER DEN REUNION
A Night For The Grown & Sexy (30+ event)
@ Russell Auditorium
80 Talbot Ave.,Dorchester
8:00pm – 2:00am
$15.00 donation in advance – $20.00 at the door
Dress to impress (no jeans or sneakers)
Prize for “Best Dressed Couple”
Music by DJ Steve Gousby and DJ Justice
(playing Old Skool, Soul and R&B – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s)
Receive a FREE 90’s Hits CD for the advanced ticket
Tickets available at these outlets:
– Skippy White (1971 Columbus Ave., Roxbury/Egleston Sq.)
– A Nubian Notion Inc. (146 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.)
For more info contact the following:
– Jimmy at 617-224-2147
– Audrey at 617-803-9064
– Gene at 617-212-2929
– Rob at 617-412-7809
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CULTURAL PERFORMANCES/MAJOR CONCERTS
Every Monday Night
MOTIVATED MONDAY
@ ChurchBoston
69 Kilmarnock St.,Boston
Doors open at 8:00pm – showtime at 9:00pm
$5.00 ladies – $10.00 fellas / 21+ with ID required
Hosted by Mark Merren
Free parking in rear
November 4th: “VOICES OF FREEDOM”
With performances by Boston Fame & E Jake, Mike Wyche, G.O.,
High Def, Chris Author, Triy & Orie Pierre and more!
November 11th: BAKARI J.B. “FEAR & DESIRE” RELEASE
With performances by Kwaliti, Mark Merren, Rayel, Matt Ganem,
Latrell James, DJ Real P., Retrospek, Sweatshop and Wazir Gray
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Thursday, November 7th – Saturday, November 9th 2013
ArtsEmerson presents
STEP AFRIKA!
Traditional Southern African Step Dance Infused with Jazz and Modern Dance
If you liked STOMP, then you’ll love the astounding energy of “Step Afrika!” From the mines ofSouth Africathrough the fraternities of African-American colleges, to this company of virtuosic modern dancers and percussionists comes a high octane spectacle for the whole family.
@ Emerson/Cutler Majestic Theatre
219 Tremont St., DowntownBoston
Thurs. at 7:00pm / Fri & Sat at 8:00pm
Tickets from $25.00
For more info call 617-824-8400 or visit www.artsemerson.org
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Thursday, November 7th 2013
Playmakers Entertainment & Stae Tru presents
BOSTON TALENT SHOWCASE
@ Slade’s Bar & Grill
958 Tremont St.,Boston
Doors at 8:00pm – showtime at 9:30pm
$10.00 at the door / 21+ event
Relaxed dress code: no Tims, hoodies or athletic gear!
(sneakers OK – bouncer has right to deny entry)
With performances by:TBA
Hosted by Dee Loopz and Kool Key
After party w/DJ Real P.
(playing today’s hottest in R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggae and more)
* BTS is every first Thursday of each month
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Friday, November 8th 2013
CAPLETON
The return of the Prophet/The Fireman
@ Hibernian Hall
184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq.
(next to fire dept. & barber shop)
9:00pm – 2:00am / $30.00 admission
21+ event with no dress code
Performance backed by The Prophecy Band
Music by Sound Vibration & Bud E. Green
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Tuesday, November 12th 2013
OFFIONG BASSEY
@ Scullers Jazz Club
Doubletree Suites
400 Soldiers Field Rd., Boston/Cambridge
8:00pm showtime
$20.00 show / $60.00 dinner & show
For more info visit www.scullersjazz.com
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Wednesday, November 13th 2013
JONATHAN BUTLER
@ House of Blues
15 Lansdowne St., Boston
8:00pm & 10:00pm showtimes
$38.00 show / $78.00 dinner & show
For more info visit www.houseofblues.com
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Saturday, November 16th 2013
RSC Entertainment presents
A SOULFUL NIGHT OF TIMELESS CLASSIC MUSIC
A One Night Only concert featuring:
– The Spinners (“The Rubberband Man”, “I’ll Be Around”, “Could It Be I’m Falling In Love”)
– Tavares (“It Only Takes A Minute”, “Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel”, “She’s Gone”)
@ TheBerkleePerformanceCenter
136 Massachusetts Ave.,Boston
Doors open at 7:30pm / Showtime at 8:00pm
(VIP meet-n-greet reception at 6:30pm)
For ticket info contact Berklee box office at 617-747-2261 or www.berklee.edu/bpc
Or contact Renee at 781-254-8453 or www.rscentertainment.com
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Friday, November 22nd 2013
Pharoah On Top Enterprise, Kulturez Dynasty & Lawanda Monique Promotions presents
IT’S BIGGER THAN HIP-HOP 5
Hip-Hop History Month Celebration
@ Kulturez
36 JFK St.- 2nd floor garage, Cambridge/Harvard Sq.
Event starts at 6:30pm / Showtime 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Donations accepted
Hosted by O.F.A.T.S.
Opening performances by VCR, Rayel, Big Khar, Phat and Time Zone
Special performance by A.M.B.
With special guest E.B.O.I. (NYC)
Music provided by DJ Nomadik
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Sunday, November 24th 2013
INDIA.ARIE
@ The Wilbur Theater
246 Tremont St.,Boston
Showtime at 7:00pm
For tix and more info visit www.thewilburtheatre.com
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