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Pınar Öğrenci: Glück auf in Deutschland (Harvard Art Museum)
2026-04-15 - 2026-10-18 | Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Reflect on memory, labor, and belonging in this first major U.S. exhibition by Pınar Öğrenci.
Glück auf in Deutschland marks the first major exhibition in the United States by Berlin-based artist and filmmaker Pınar Öğrenci (b. 1973). The artist’s work invites viewers to question what has been remembered or erased while imagining a future grounded in justice, equality, and collective healing and shaped by layered experiences of survival, resistance, and resilience.
The exhibition includes Öğrenci’s 2024 film Glück auf in Deutschland (Good Luck in Germany), which addresses the construction of postwar German identity in the Ruhrgebiet, a heavily industrialized region known for coal mining and steel production. Five related collages are also on view, reimagining the bodies of workers and their families within the Ruhr landscape and its architecture. Öğrenci’s use of the phrase Glück auf — a common way that miners wish one another a safe return after their physically grueling and dangerous work underground — resonates with the experiences of immigrant communities in present-day Germany facing right-wing extremism.
The photographs in the film and collages were drawn largely from the Ruhr Museum archive in Essen, Germany, and include works by artists from the 1950s and ’60s. In her interventions, Öğrenci reveals how photography helped shape a homogenous, male-centered identity for both the region and the German nation; she seeks instead to present a more inclusive visual record. Öğrenci’s work is displayed alongside historical photographs from the Busch-Reisinger Museum’s collection.
Curated by Lynette Roth, Daimler Curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
This exhibition is supported by the Charles Kuhn Endowment Fund in the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Modern and contemporary art programs at the Harvard Art Museums are made possible in part by generous support from the Emily Rauh Pulitzer and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr., Fund for Modern and Contemporary Art.

Earth Explorers
2026-07-27 09:00 - 2026-07-31 12:30 (America/New_York) | Harvard Museums of Science and Culture, 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Monday–Friday, July 27–31, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge MA

For children entering grades 1–3
Our planet is an exciting place! Explore geology and paleontology using the museum’s collections and exhibits. Study rocks, fossils, volcanoes, and earthquakes through experiments, specimens, stories, and models.
$235 members/$260 nonmembers

Meg Richardson at Harvard Book Store
2026-07-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02138, United States
Harvard Book Store welcomes Meg Richardson—writer, translator, and cartoonist from Iowa—for a discussion of her debut novel, Paradise Pawn, based on her experiences working behind the counter of a pawn shop. She will be joined in conversation by Hannah Kauders—local writer and translator who teaches in the Harvard College Writing Program.
About Paradise Pawn
A dazzling debut novel about best friends, adolescent longing, and the Florida pawn shop that promises to make their dreams come true—if it doesn’t break them apart first.
Fall in love with Paradise Pawn, Meg Richardson’s debut novel based on her own experiences working behind the counter of a pawn shop.

Eleni Mandell
2026-07-27 20:00 | Passim, 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Eleni Mandell is a Los Angeles–based singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose quietly influential career spans more than three decades. With over ten acclaimed solo albums, Mandell has carved out a singular lane blending folk, noir jazz, roots rock, and literate pop — music defined by emotional precision, dry wit, and an unmistakable sense of place.
A true Los Angeles institution, is widely regarded as a songwriter’s songwriter and a cornerstone of the city’s independent music community. Her work has been praised by The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, and NPR, with critics consistently highlighting her sharp lyrical intelligence, understated authority, and timeless, lived-in voice.
Mandell is also a founding member of The Living Sisters (with Becky Stark and Inara George), the beloved harmony-driven trio whose releases on New West Records reflect a deep reverence for classic songwriting and communal music-making. The Living Sisters appear on Mandell’s forthcoming album, further reinforcing the collaborative spirit that has long defined her work.
On May 29, 2026, Eleni Mandell will release a new solo album, Tailspin, via School Kids Records — a label celebrated for championing enduring, artist-first careers and thoughtfully curated releases. Tailspin finds Mandell expanding her expressive range while staying rooted in the lyrical clarity and emotional depth that have made her catalog so enduring.

Arranged In April
2026-07-28 19:00 | The Sinclair, 52 Church St, Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
$.25 from each ticket purchased will go to The Shout Syndicate, a Boston-based, volunteer-run fundraising effort who raises money to help fund youth-led arts programs at proven non-profit creative youth development organizations in Greater Boston. Housed at The Boston Foundation, The Shout Syndicate works in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture’s creative plan, Boston Creates.

Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor at Harvard Book Store
2026-07-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02138, United States
Harvard Book Store welcomes Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor—professor of history at Smith College where she teaches courses on race, slavery, and one on her father, comedic legend Richard Pryor—for a discussion of her new memoir, Something We Said: Richard Pryor, a Notorious Word, and Me. She will be joined in conversation by Kellie Carter Jackson—Michael and Denise Kellen ‘68 Associate Professor of Africana Studies and the Chair of the Africana Studies Department Wellesley College, and the award winning author of We Refuse and Force & Freedom.

Die For Me Release Bash with Shirlene Oboubi
2026-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Lovestruck Books
Tickets + Details: Eventbrite https://lovestruck-oboubi.eventbrite.com/?aff=web
Get ready for a night that’s equal parts sultry and suspenseful as we celebrate the release of DIE FOR ME https://lovestruckbooks.com/item/rBSsMLeAZlZg1w7txYXDig with Shirlene Obuobi, a stay-up-all-night, smart, spicy romance following a doctor who finds herself falling for an alluring, much-younger man with a deadly secret.

Prayer Call @ Harvard Epworth Methodist Church
2026-07-29 07:45 - 08:30 | Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church, 1555 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
For years, Harvard-Epworth has had a prayer call on Wednesday mornings at 7:45 a.m. If you would like to join the call, dial in at 605- 468-8016 with entry code 658031#

Midday Music: Angel Subero & Latin Logic
2026-07-29 12:15 | New England Jazz Collaborative, 18 Dover Street, Cambridge, MA, 02145, United States
MIT Open Space · 292 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 12:15 PM
Free

Venezuelan trombone virtuoso and bandleader Angel Subero has shared the stage with Aretha Franklin, Slide Hampton, Jim McNeely, Claudio Roditi, Danilo Pérez and Chris Botti. With Latin Logic, he mixes old-school salsa, Latin jazz and Afro-Caribbean rhythms, drawing on the diverse backgrounds of its members.
Produced by New England Jazz Collaborative and presented by MIT Open Space.

Watertown Bookmobile & Story Time at Mount Auburn
2026-07-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Mount Auburn Cemetary
Join the Bookmobile in the peace and serenity of Mount Auburn Cemetery!

Mount Auburn is excited to welcome the Watertown Boookmobile back to the landscape this summer! Browse and check out books, learn about upcoming library programs, and enjoy story time at 2:30 PM.
The bookmobile will be visiting Mount Auburn on the following dates and times:
Wednesday, July 29th from 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Wednesday, August 26th from 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Wednesday, September 16th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM
A story time will take place each of these dates at 2:30 PM. Location may vary by month. The Bookmobile can be found in Hazel Dell on July 29th.
This event is open for all and free to attend.

Experience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation, or if you have any questions about your membership, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
Mount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
Refund Policy:
Refunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives.
If Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded.
*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.

Live Blues & Roots Music Returns to Harvard Square: Wednesday Nights @ The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
2026-07-29 18:30 - 21:00
The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar and The Barrett Anderson Band are excited to announce a new weekly series, Blues & Roots Wednesdays, bringing live music back home to historic Harvard Square.
“Cambridge, our fair city, and I share deep roots, and I’m thrilled to find a new musical home at The Sea Hag,” says Massachusetts-based singer/guitarist, Barrett Anderson. “Good music and good food are two of our most basic, fundamental needs,” he continues, “What great joy they give us. I am so happy to revel in that every Wednesday night with my dearest musical friends, and Kari and her incredible team at The Sea Hag. We go way back together, and I can’t imagine all the fun we have ahead.”
Indeed, Anderson has strong connections to this scene. He remembers: “My first professional experience came when I was 15, backing up Muddy Waters’ band alums Pinetop Perkins and Bob Margolin at the original House of Blues on Winthrop Street. A few months after that I began busking, you’d often find me in Brattle Square or by the pit. This would have been mid/late 90s.” While still a teen, Anderson was a member of The Monster Mike Welch Band and Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters (“Ronnie was my guitar hero. Then he was my teacher, then my boss. Now he’s my musical Father,” Anderson says), before eventually starting The Barrett Anderson Band in 2007.
Anderson won a Boston Music Award (2013 Blues Artist of the Year), was on the Billboard charts (2020’s live album Hynoboogie spent 3 weeks on the Billboard Blues Album chart, peaking at #6), and was nominated for a Blues Music Award (2023 Band of the Year with Anthony Geraci & The Boston Blues All-Stars), all the while playing nationally, internationally, and locally in Cambridge and the greater Boston area.
In addition to the musical roots, long-time locals may recognize Anderson from a decade serving tables and bartending at The Sea Hag’s sister establishment, Grendel’s Den, or from Abodeon, the mid-century modern shop started by his family.
Music starts every Wednesday at 6:30 at The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar, 49 Mt Auburn St, and there’s no cover. “We start while people are dining,” Anderson states. “It forces us to play dynamically, dig deep, and explore the space, creating music that doesn’t demand attention but rewards it.” He adds with a grin “We do get to turn up and demand attention too, we just have to time it right.”
Joining Anderson (vocals and guitar) are Paul Loranger (upright and electric bass), and Joey Pafumi (drums and percussion). “This is the core of The Barrett Anderson Band,” Anderson explains. “The full band has wonderful additional musicians, but for this gig tight and light was right. This gives us the flexibility to learn material fast and improvise easily on the spot, allowing for regular guests and specially themed evenings. We’re making sure that each week is rewarding and unique.”
The Barrett Anderson Band are digging deep into their Cambridge roots for the first string of shows, featuring local roots rock king Dennis Brennan as a special guest.
Blues & Roots Wednesdays at The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
49 Mt Auburn St, Cambridge MA 02139
Music starts @ 6:30
Wednesday nights

What critics say about Barrett Anderson
From Jay Clestowski, Disciples of Sound: “Barrett Anderson continues to carry the torch that J. Geils left behind… HypnoBoogie demonstrates that some of the best grooves come out of the ‘dirty water’ and that’s where they belong.”
From JD Nash, American Blues Scene: “This Bean Town foursome packs enough raw energy on stage to power the whole of New England.”
From Chris Spector, Midwest Record: “Anderson has the chops and spark to make a real statement his own way. Hot stuff.”
From Jay Miller, The Patriot Ledger: “HypnoBoogie… is the kind of refreshingly vibrant, genre-crossing album that is a throwback to the days when rock ‘n’ roll acknowledged its roots in blues, but ventured wherever the spirit took it.”
What critics say about The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
From Sheryl Julian, Boston Globe: “Harvard Square’s Sea Hag is the little sister to Grendel’s Den…”
From Kara Baskin, Boston Globe: “The team behind Grendel’s Den in Harvard Square has opened Sea Hag, replacing The Bouthouse. Wash ashore for fish and chips, Jamaican beef patties, arancini, crab dip, raw bar delights, and muffins…”
From Boston Restaurant Talk: “The Sea Hag opens in the former Boathouse space in Harvard Square.”
From Marc Levy and Rónán Fitzgerald: “Grendel’s Den owner Kari Kuelzer is expanding in Harvard Square, taking over the Boathouse location to open The Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar.”
www.barrettandersonband.com
www.seahag02138.com

Wednesday Study and Spirit: Bible Study at Harvard-Epworth
2026-07-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church, 1555 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
We meet at 7:00 p.m. in person in the library and online at https://zoom.us/j/92617849023 to explore different biblical texts and topics on Christian spirituality. Consult each week’s bulletin for details.

The Good Parts with Evann Normandin
2026-07-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Lovestruck Books
Tickets + Details: Eventbrite
Join us to celebrate the release of THE GOOD PARTS with author Evann Normandin for an evening of conversation, romance, and second chances. Evann will be joined by Books Are Chic founder Courtney Marzilli for a discussion about this deeply emotional love story, following Landon as he sets out to win back the woman who erased every memory of the life they built together.

Kittel & Co.
2026-07-29 20:00 | Passim, 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Kittel & Co.

Classical
Contemporary
Fiddle

Led by acclaimed violinist Jeremy Kittel (formerly of the Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet), Kittel & Co. (“Kid-dle and Koh”) inhabits the space between classical and acoustic roots, Celtic and bluegrass aesthetics, and folk and jazz sensibilities. Some of the greatest musicians in the incredible acoustic scene, the members of Kittel & Co. have collaborated with Béla Fleck, Sarah Jarosz, Chris Thile, and Yo-Yo Ma. Together, Jeremy Kittel and mandolin phenom Josh Pinkham, transcendent guitarist Quinn Bachand, bassist Jacob Warren, and hammer-dulcimer wizard Simon Chrisman coalesce into a singular voice that’s thrilled audiences from the Telluride Bluegrass Festival to A Prairie Home Companion. “[Kittel & Co.] takes the string band tradition to marvelously rarefied levels of collective virtuosity…. thrillingly spontaneous” –Times UK. Grammy-nominated Kittel & Co. will get your toes tapping and lift you out of your seat.

Wild Child
2026-07-29 20:30 | The Sinclair, 52 Church St, Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Wild Child is the Austin-born songwriting partnership of Kelsey Wilson and Alexander Beggins, a duo whose chemistry has powered more than a decade of acclaimed indie-folk releases and spirited live shows. What began as a spontaneous creative spark in the back of a tour van evolved into one of Austin’s most beloved bands, known for warm harmonies, candid storytelling, and an ever-evolving blend of folk, pop, and soulful brass-driven arrangements. After years of near-constant touring and the launch of their individual projects – Wilson’s Motown-leaning Sir Woman and Beggins’ dream-pop alter ego CoCo Zandi – the pair stepped back to explore new sounds and space, unsure when or how Wild Child might return.
That return arrived in an unexpected moment of stillness. When the world shut down and stages went dark, Wilson and Beggins found themselves back in a room together, preparing for online performances, rediscovering the spark that shaped their earliest songs. Within minutes, new material poured out – an organic reminder of the ease and honesty that has always defined their collaboration. The band reunited with longtime musical family and stepped into the studio with the same sense of openness and urgency that fueled their earliest recordings, capturing raw, unvarnished performances that leaned into emotion over perfection.
Wild Child’s creative community has always been central to their story – whether weathering a Texas ice storm together, writing by candlelight when power went out, or inviting new voices into their creative circle. Over the years, the band has continued to expand its sonic world while staying grounded in heartfelt songwriting and the distinct vocal interplay that first drew fans in. Their music reflects resilience, connection, and the messy joy of making something together when it matters most.
Today, Wild Child is following their curiosity wherever it leads: building out their label imprint Reba’s Ranch Records and diving into Wild Child for Kids, a project that lets them explore the same heart and imagination of their music through a family-friendly lens. With an ever-growing family of collaborators and a renewed commitment to making music on their own terms, the band remains a defining voice in the vibrant indie-folk musical landscape, continually finding new ways to surprise themselves and the listeners who have followed them from the beginning.

Harvard Art Museums at Night
2026-07-30 17:00 - 21:00 | Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more!
Gather with friends and mingle inside our spectacular Italian-inspired courtyard, evoking the energy of a bustling town piazza. DJ C-Zone will set the mood with smooth, curated sounds as you chat, snack, sip, and catch up over bites and drinks available for purchase from local vendors. Drop in on a Spotlight Tour, browse the museum shop, and stop by the Materials Lab for a fun art-making activity. The galleries are yours to explore, with more than 50 spaces filled with world-class art. There are prizes to be won, friends to be made, and favorite artworks to be found! Don’t forget to check out our current exhibitions, including Celtic Art Across the Ages, which closes August 2.
Harvard Art Museums at Night takes place the last Thursday of every month (holidays permitting), from 5 to 9pm. Each night features a new mix of local talent and community partners to make this a festive occasion for all.
WBUR is the media partner for Harvard Art Museums at Night. This event is part of Arts Thursdays, a university-wide initiative supported by Harvard University Committee on the Arts (HUCA).

Grandes Pagos de Espana Terroir Workshop (3 of 5)
2026-07-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
The Terroir Workshop by Grandes Pagos de España explores Spanish terroir in the context of history, science, geography, language and people. This workshop will be led by Spanish Wine Scholar and Commonwealth Wine School instructor, Erika Frey. Students will experience the “grand crus” of Spain through the wines and stories of the 31 members of Grandes Pagos d’ España.
Founded in 2000, Grandes Pagos d’ España is a non-profit association of 31 prestigious wineries dedicated to single-estate production across Spain. Membership in Grandes Pagos is based on rigorous selection criteria for viticulture and winemaking excellence on the level of a pago, a delineated vineyard parcel that is the ultimate terroir designation in Spain. Grandes Pagos d’ España aims to defend the unique, terroir-driven personality of single-estate wines, to uphold and promote the ethos of Spanish winemaking, and to make wines of excellence in harmony with the soil, nature and climate of each vineyard.
The classes will run from 6:00 to 8:00pm ET Thursdays from July 16th through August 13th, 2026.
Catalunya and Islands include the regions of Priorat, Penedes, Emporda, Costers del Segre and Mallorca. Featured producers: Cérvoles, Mas Doix, Can Ràfols del Caus, Alto Alella, Clos d’Agon, and Ribas.

Outdoor Movie Night - Copa 71 on Lower Bow
2026-07-30 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sea Hag

Danielle Jones, Deborah Leipziger and Clay Ventre
2026-07-30 19:00 | Grolier Poetry Book Shop, 6 Plympton St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Please join us for a poetry reading with Danielle Jones, Deborah Leipziger and Clay Ventre
** This event will take place synchronously in-store at 6 Plympton Street and on Zoom **
** Please sign up ahead of time because there is limited space **

Lizzie Buehler at Harvard Book Store
2026-07-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02138, United States
Harvard Book Store welcomes Lizzie Buehler—award-winning translator of The Disaster Tourist—for a discussion of her debut novel, The Obsessed, one of Best Life’s “Best New Beach Reads Everyone Will Be Talking About This Summer”. She will be joined in conversation by Joanna Rakoff—author of the international bestselling memoir My Salinger Year and the award-winning novel A Fortunate Age.

Curated & Hosted by Brian Longwell
2026-07-30 19:30 | The Comedy Studio, 5 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
18+ w/ 2-Item Suggested Minimum. Please Arrive Early to Guarantee Seating.

Join us, and Comedy Studio favorite, Brian Longwell as he curates and hosts a collection of highly original, hilarious, different, and/or odd performers for a special Thursday night show not to be missed.

Lineup: Brian Longwell, Ryan Shea, Elyssa Penson, Carolyn Riley, Evan Solomon (Subject to Change)

Matt the Electrician
2026-07-30 20:00 | Passim, 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Matt the Electrician is Matthew Sever, a quirky, sincere folk/pop singer songwriter based in Austin, TX. He has self-released 11 studio albums, and 2 live CDs since 1998.
His most recent release, The Ocean Knocked Me Down came out on February 2nd, 2024.
For the new project, Matt returned to his “home studio” of sorts, The Aerie, in Austin, TX, (owned and operated by Mark Addison) where Matt had recorded 4 of his previous records, including 2009’s “Animal Boy”. And like that project, Matt and Mark played nearly all the instruments on the new record. There are some special guest musicians as well, including MtE regulars, Seela, Jon Greene, and Stephanie Macias. Plus, first timers Carrie Rodriguez, Luke Jacobs and Oliver Steck.
To call this a pandemic record might be slightly misguided, even though most of the songs were in fact written during 2020 and 2021. But the vibe of the record is upbeat, and weird, and fun, and sometimes sad, but hopeful, and occasionally poignant, and silly, and hopeful, but ridiculous, and also hopeful. You might think that’s a lot of vibes, but there are 16 songs on the record, because we’ve all been through a lot, and so Matt figured that, this time, everyone deserved a few more songs and a few more vibes than usual.

West Side Story
2026-07-31 15:00 | The Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Friday Film Matinee! IB Technicolor Print!
In Manhattan’s Upper West Side, rival gangs of Polish-Americans and newly arrived Puerto Ricans clash for control of the neighborhood, even as two young members from opposite sides fall dangerously in love.
The Friday Film Matinee is an ongoing program at The Brattle featuring special screenings of 35mm prints on Friday afternoons. We know that seeing a film on 35mm is worth skipping class or leaving work early for so come play hooky with us as we celebrate the magic of ‘reel film’ at The Brattle!

Bonde Social Club
2026-07-31 17:00 - 21:00 | Bonde Fine Wine Shop, 54 Church St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
From 5-9pm on Fridays, come take a seat and order a flight of three wines (2-oz pours) for $19, which comes with a snack. You can add on additional 2-oz pours, too!
Each week, Bonde offers a fresh selection based on a grape, a region, or a style designed to spark your curiosity and expand your wine knowledge without ever getting boring. Tastings are accompanied by a guided discussion led by one of our in-house professional sommeliers.
We hope to see you at a Social Club soon!
No reservation needed for parties of 1-3. For group of 4 and more, call between 12PM and 6PM Tuesday through Sunday to make your reservation at 617-945-2360. (No refunds – No cancellations)

Mastering Germany with Jimmy Smith
2026-07-31 18:30 - 20:00 | Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Jimmy Smith, if you’re not aware already, is the owner of West London Wine School in the UK, a winemaker and creator of the Wine With Jimmy e-learning portal. He is back again to host a special masterclass on outstanding German wines in conjunction with the launch of his special ‘Mastering Germany’ series on the Wine With Jimmy Club.
We have teamed up with Jimmy and the German Wine Collection to offer a special evening discovering several key German regions, from the Ahr to the Pfalz, covering various grape varieties such as Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Scheurebe and Spatburgunder (Pinot Noir). Jimmy has visited Germany three times in the past 6 months to find the best that Germany has to offer, and is sharing them with you on this special evening. Do not miss!

Additionally, Jimmy has created an online series on Germany through his Wine with Jimmy platform. Please see below if you’re truly looking to become a master of German wines!
https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/program/wwj-club

Ethan Iverson + Walter Smith III
2026-07-31 19:00 | Arrow Street Arts, 2 Arrow St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Arrow Street Arts · 2 Arrow St., Cambridge, MA
Friday, July 31, 2026 · 7:00 PM
$25 advance · $30 at the door

Hear pianist Ethan Iverson and saxophonist Walter Smith III in their premiere duo performance.
Iverson, co-founder of The Bad Plus, and Smith, Chair of Woodwinds at Berklee, are both Blue Note recording artists and major figures in contemporary jazz.
Presented by New England Jazz Collaborative in partnership with Arrow Street Arts. Seats are limited.

NEJC Presents: Ethan Iverson + Walter Smith III
2026-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Arrow Street Arts, 2 Arrow St, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
New England Jazz Collaborative presents pianist Ethan Iverson and saxophonist Walter Smith III in their first duo performance together. Iverson, co-founder of The Bad Plus, and Smith, Chair of Woodwinds at Berklee, are both Blue Note recording artists and major figures in contemporary jazz.

Morning Camera David Champagne
2026-07-31 20:00 | Passim, 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Back when cars were made of steel, an eight-year-old boy with freckles and patched jeans went to the Prairie Village Shopping Center with his mother. Crossing the Safeway parking lot, he stood in front of the red granite statue of the Prairie Woman and wondered, “Have all the songs in the world been written?” It seemed like every possible combination might already have been used up.
In sixth grade, he wrote a parody of the Jimmy Dean song “Big Bad John” about his primary school teacher, Miss Durr. His classmates liked it, and one of them offered to show it to his uncle, who he said was also a songwriter and happened to be in town from New York. David procrastinated until it was too late. It turned out the uncle was John Kander, who was working on his breakthrough musical, Cabaret.
At fourteen, having left a party at Ginger Cornelius’s house near Brush Creek, David had the fantasy that he could go back in time six months with the knowledge of what the popular songs would be. When he returned to the present, he would get credit for writing them.
As a senior in high school, he wrote most of a song while lying in the back seat of Pete Snyder’s Pontiac. It was a banal pastiche of Merle Haggard and Frank O’Hara. The songs gradually got less bad and less derivative until, four or five years later, he finished a good one. Then some interesting ones. Then some that were both.

Garage pop for Shane Champagne Band.
Surfin’ swamp-a-billy for Pink Cadillac.
Bluesy country for Treat Her Right.
Jazzy talking blues for Jazz Popes.
Retro country duets for The Heygoods.
Postmodern Americana for Agnostic Gospel.
Lyric-driven dream pop for Sunset Engine.

His new project, Morning Camera, has been described as Astral Weeks played by The Velvet Underground.
The goal is still to write songs that are good, interesting, distinctive, familiar, and memorable.
Listen and see if things are going in the right direction.

Oliver Hazard
2026-07-31 20:30 | The Sinclair, 52 Church St, Cambridge, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
The story of Waterville, OH indie-folk trio Oliver Hazard – Michael Belazis (vocals, guitar) and Devin East (vocals, guitar), joined by Nate Miner (keys, vocals)–is a modern take on classic band mythmaking. One member returned home to Ohio after leading camping trips in California and decided to make an album with two childhood friends. They won a Facebook raffle to record one song at a studio–but instead, they played their entire album straight through in a single take, resulting in their 2018 debut LP, 34 N River. The album was hailed as a “folk-pop masterpiece” by The Fader, and soon after, the band landed slots at Bonnaroo and Mountain Jam. In 2019, they released their 6-track EP, The Flood, which Billboard described as a “souvenir.” Their self-titled sophomore album followed in July 2023, incorporating music from their earlier Northern Lights EP along with five new songs. Most recently, they released their Raindrop River EP in December 2024. Oliver Hazard’s next chapter continues to tell the story of Waterville, Ohio–a small town with a big heart. Their music serves as a soundtrack to everyday life, lifting spirits and inviting listeners to find beauty in the ordinary.
