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Conductor and musician Eli Epstein "Inside Out Concert" forges an emotional connection between classical musicians and their audiences. PHOTO COURTESY LIZ LINDER

Classical music brought to life in intimate experience of Epstein’s “Inside Out Concert”

By Johnathan D. Kindall January 26, 2017

Once every few months, a petite chapel in Boston is lined with plastic folding chairs, filling with a small group of people who are ready to go on a journey. The event is not a religious one, although,...

connectAmerica-Asia organizes a post-election mixer welcoming professionals to share their international experiences and heritages. PHOTO BY NATALIE CARROLL/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

connectAmerica-Asia’s networking event shines light on diversity of professionals 

By Taylor Mendoza January 25, 2017

While Boston is a city teeming with many diverse working professionals, it can sometimes be difficult to network and form business connections with each other. This was not the case for those attending...

13FOREST Gallery's “Transition of Power: 2017” exhibit displays a variety of art pieces this past Saturday in Arlington. The exhibit expresses artistic voices in response to the current state of American politics. PHOTO BY BRIAN SONG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

13FOREST “Transition of Power: 2017” exhibit sparks political conversation

By Sabrina Huang January 25, 2017

Along with several other post-inauguration gatherings, 13FOREST Gallery held an opening reception for its current exhibition, “Transition of Power: 2017” on Saturday. This is an exhibition dedicated...

Robert Maloney's designs were used to restore the Haffenreffer Brewery's historic smokestack in Jamaica Plain. It had missed letters for three decades. PHOTO BY ABIGAIL FREEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Robert Maloney brings revitalization and art to Haffenreffer Brewery

By Sabrina Huang January 18, 2017

Local artist Robert Maloney prevails as the mastermind behind the historic Haffenreffer Brewery smokestack revival with his recent public art installation. The design has restored the smokestack, which...

Museum-goers dance at The Institute of Contemporary Art’s 10th anniversary celebration. PHOTO COURTESY JENNIFER WADDELL

The ICA celebrates 10 years of diversity, culture, enthusiasm

By Sarah Finkel December 8, 2016

Situated on the Boston Harbor in the bustling Seaport District, The Institute of Contemporary Art offers the Boston community a plethora of up-and-coming collections in addition to world-renowned exhibits....

Risa Mednick, executive director of Transition House, describes the 40 Stories concept to the audience at the Women and Words event hosted by the Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women. PHOTO COURTESY PHYLLIS BRETHOLTZ

Transition House 40 Stories project creates open discussion about domestic violence

By Rachel Purewal December 6, 2016

The Cambridge City Hall Annex buzzed with chatter and was lined with seats facing a large projection screen on Thursday. A crowd of around 35 people gathered to watch a unique project created by Transition...

Patrons view an art exhibition featuring the work of students from New England preparatory schools Friday in the Lunder Art Center at the Lesley University College of Art and Design. PHOTO BY ROSHNI KOTWANI/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

“Identity” art exhibition encourages high school students through self-expression

By Roshni Kotwani December 6, 2016

Defining one’s identity can be challenging, and discovering a sense of self-reflection can sometimes take a lifetime. But Lesley University’s art exhibition, “Identity,” created with students...

Members of the Boston University ultimate frisbee team pose with phrases from their “I Need Feminism Because...” Facebook campaign. PHOTO COURTESY FACEBOOK

BU ultimate sparks “catalyst for conversation” with feminist photo series

By Kaitlyn Locke December 1, 2016

Camaraderie, shared victories, countless hours spent working together — many would agree these elements make a team. But according to Annika Chan, a captain of the Boston University women’s ultimate...

Ayana Aubourg, a performer in the “Running in Stillness” project. PHOTO COURTESY STEVE OSEMWENKHAE

“Running in Stillness” dance production highlights dangers surrounding female incarceration

By Jenni Todd November 30, 2016

The United States holds roughly 25 percent of the world’s incarcerated population, the highest incarceration rate of any nation, according to PolitiFact. While the statistic speaks for itself, Danza...

Pavement Coffeehouse will host a community gallery to support local Boston artists and Roca, an organization dedicated to assisting young people at risk of incarceration. PHOTO COURTESY ROCA

Boston’s first Gallery for the Community unifies artists with nonprofit

By Brynnli Cortes November 30, 2016

While art and incarceration may not be obvious partners, community members have decided to speak out on behalf of local artists to spread the word about their work and young individuals stuck in a...

Audience members await an act at Pop-Up Magazine’s show Tuesday at The Wilbur Theatre in Boston as part of its fall tour. PHOTO COURTESY JON SNYDER

Pop-Up Magazine brings nonfiction storytelling to life

By Allegra Peelor November 17, 2016

Only the Bostonians who filled The Wilbur Theatre Tuesday night will ever hear the stories told at that particular performance of Pop-Up Magazine. The show was not recorded, nor put online in any way...

El Mundo Boston’s Latino 30 under 30 celebration took place Saturday night at the Royale Boston. PHOTO COURTESY EL MUNDO BOSTON

Latino 30 under 30 recognizes Boston community leaders for first time

By Sarah Cristine Burrola November 16, 2016

Latin music pulsed, strobe lights swirled and English and Spanish syllables mixed with ease. On stage, a deejay danced along to the rhythms of cumbia and salsa pouring from her speakers. This is the...

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