Cambridge offers many events for its residents and visitors to participate in. From museum exhibits to farmers’ markets to special children’s events, there is sure to be something in our calendar for you to do. You can click on a date in the calendar to the left to see what is happening on a specific day, or you can click on the double arrow to change the month and view what is happening over that month. Be sure to check back to see any additions or changes made to the schedule.
The New School of Music presents Beginners Group Piano for Adults - Jan 12 2012 - 6:00 PM to Feb 14 2012 - 7:00 PM
A perfect place to start your study. Less pressure for busy adults, fun, and support from the other class members. Subjects of classes will be note learning, how to practice in limited free time, beginning music theory (the language of music), and some improvisation (playing without notes) with other class members. Date: Thursdays, January 12- February 16 Fee: $175 (6 classes) Time: 6:00-7:00pm Instructor: Trudi Van Slyck
Strange New Worlds: From Meteorites in Antarctica to the Search for Life Beyond Our Solar System - Jan 18 2012 - 6:00 PM to Jan 18 2012 - 7:00 PM
Lecture and booksigning by Ray Jayawardhana WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 6:00 PM Renowned astronomer Ray Jayawardhana, University of Toronto and current Radcliffe Institute fellow, will give a lively talk on cutting-edge science of today’s planet hunters, the prospects for discovering alien life, and the debate and controversies at the forefront of extrasolar-planet research. Jayawardhana will also discuss his recent travels to the frigid ice of Antarctica where he went to look for meteorites—and found them. Following the talk, he will sign copies of his recent book, Strange New Worlds. Free and open to the public, Geological Lecture Hall, 24 Oxford Street. Free parking available in the 52 Oxford Street garage.
