Looking for something to do in March? Check out these awesome events in the neighborhood!
Jazz Scene in Boston: Telling the Local Story
What? Did you know Boston is a big home for jazz music? This event will teach you all about Boston’s role in the history of jazz and how jazz continues to have a home in Boston. This exhibit has been running since September and will be finishing at the end of the month, so don’t miss your chance to see it! Through pictures and other memorabilia from Boston’s jazz history, this exhibit displays the scene of Boston’s jazz life from the 1940s to the 1980s. Don’t skip out on this awesome exhibit!
Where? Museum of African American History
46 Joy Street
Boston, MA 02114
When? Now – March 30, 2020
Recurring daily
Cost?
- Adults: $10
- Students & Seniors (62+): $8
- Children 12 and under: Free
For more info visit: https://www.maah.org/exhibits_detail/Jazz-in-Boston-The-Local-Scene
Boston Flower and Garden Show
What? Don’t know how to garden but wish you did? Well, look no more because here is an event ready to introduce you to the world of gardening! This is the perfect event to expose you to the food gardening trend. There will be examples of gardens, lectures, demonstrations, and more! This event is a great way to get you excited for Spring with the warmer weather and the many plants to be!
Where? Seaport World Trade Center
200 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA 02210
When?
- Wednesday, March 11: 10:00AM-7:00PM
- Thursday, March 12: 10:00AM-7:00PM
- Friday, March 13: 10:00AM-9:00PM
- Saturday, March 14: 10:00AM-9:00PM
- Sunday, March 15: 10:00AM-6:00PM
Cost? $12 – $200
For more info visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boston-flower-garden-show-tickets-72093963987
South Boston St. Patrick’s Day / Evacuation Day Parade
What? Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been a well-loved tradition since 1737. It began as a celebration among the city’s Irish immigrants to remember their homeland and honor the Patron Saint of Ireland. It’s location change to South Boston in 1901 also ties it into the evacuation of British troops from Boston on March 17, 1776 from Dorchester Heights. Come join the residents of Boston in this fun celebration steeped in heritage!
Where? South Boston, starting at Broadway Station (on the Red Line) – full parade route located on parade website at https://southbostonparade.org/
When? Sunday, March 15, 2020, 1:00 PM
Cost? Free!
Creating Conscious Cultures of Peace
What? Come hear Sri Sri Ravi Shankar talk about solutions to achieve peace from with yourself to country negotiations. Shankar provides interesting insights into real solutions that can help humanity! Conveniently located right on Northeastern’s campus- in Blackman Auditorium, and free for students and faculty!
Where? Blackman Auditorium, 342 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
When? Tue, March 17, 2020 from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost? Free for students and faculty and $35 for General Admission
Adapted from S-LOG post published on March 3, 2020.