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July 2008 Events Calendar
JFK Library & Museum Boston

Special Exhibit
Service and Sacrifice: World War II – A Shared Experience

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston | Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
AD: $18 | Seniors/Students: $12 | Ages 12 & under: Free, Discounts for Veterans
1 866 JFK-1960 | 617-514-1600 | jfklibrary.org | Exhibit details

Those who served in World War II did so for a variety of reasons, the universal draft being a major factor. They viewed their service through different lenses while sharing the experience of trying to win a war. For Americans of color, service in a war to "preserve democracy" was an ironic counterpoint to the suppression of their civil liberties at home. Women who were able to work in different capacities within the Armed Forces for the first time were greeted with hostility by their male counterparts. For all those involved, the war opened different avenues and changed perceptions. As a result, countless servicepeople went on to shape and change post-war American society. This exhibit will tell the stories of a few of the many.




ICC Set Dancing

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

ICC Presents:
Set Dancing with Cait Bracken

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston
200 New Boston Drive, Canton
6:30 pm | $5 donation at the door | Adults (16 & up)
781 821-8291
irishculture.org

Every Monday throughout the year (except Holidays), the ICC presents set dancing with Cait Bracken at 6:30pm. Set dancing is a form of social dancing which has been popular in Ireland for over 150 years. Sets are danced by four couples in a square.  No previous dancing experience or partner required! No registration required for this class.




Fourth of July Bristol RI

July 4

Bristol Fourth of July Celebration

Briston, RI
Starts @ 10:30 a.m.
discovernewport.org
fourthofjulybristolri.com

Bristol is America's oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration. The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and will step off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Street. Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed off beginning at 8:00 a.m., including Poppasquash Road. Beginning at 7:00 a.m., Chestnut Street, Naomi Street, and Sherry Avenue will be closed to traffic. A parking ban along the parade route goes into effect the night before the parade.




Newport Classical Music Festival

July 4-21

Newport Classical Music Festival

Various Locations in Newport
Various Times | Live
Newport, RI 02840
401 849-0070 | discovernewport.org
newportclassical.org

Newport Classical has a rich legacy of musical curiosity, presenting the American debuts of over 130 international artists and rarely heard works, and is most well-known for hosting three weeks of concerts in the summer in the stunning historic mansions throughout Newport and Aquidneck Island. Since its founding in 1969, the organization has produced more than 2,000 concerts and hosted more than 1,000 musicians and singers.




Newport International Polo Series

July 6, 13, 20, 27

Discover Newport Presents:
Newport International Polo Series

Newport International Polo Series
250 Linden Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 846-0200
nptpolo.com | discovernewport.org

Recurring weekly on Saturdays through September - Watch the home team, USA/Newport, take on challengers from around the world and major U.S. cities in one of the most exciting spectator sports in the world. Matches are held every Saturday, June – Sept., at Newport Polo, home of America’s First Polo Club. Festivities include Opening and Closing ceremonies, half-time Divot Stomp, Player’s Salute, Trophy Presentation, Après Polo Lounge, fan prizes, and other special weekly features field side.




ICC Grounds in Canton MA

July 11-14

ICC Presents:
O’Neills CYC Championships Weekend

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston
200 New Boston Drive | Canton
$25 | Doors: 5:00 p.m. | Show: 6:30 p.m.

Buy Tix | irishculture.org

Preparations have begun and we will have more details soon. On Jully 11-14, head down to the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston for the North American Premier Youth GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) Tournament. Enjoy a fantastic weekend of sports, fun and entertainment on the beautiful grounds at the Irish Cultural Centre!




Reagle, All Shook Up

July 12 - 21

Reagle Music Theatre Presents: All Shook Up

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston
617 Lexington Street, Waltham
Tix: 781-5600 or visit the box office at Reagle Music marquee at Waltham High School
Groups of 15+ receive 30% off | groups@reaglemusictheatre.org
reaglemusictheatre.org

Loosely based on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy will have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Hound Dog," "Jailhouse Rock," and "Don't Be Cruel." All Shook Up is a fun, high-spirited show filled with mix-ups and confusion, all surrounded by the hits of Elvis Presley. With countless electrifying musical numbers, it will be hard for audience members not to groove along in their seats!




Hall of Fame Open Newport RI

July 14-21

Discover Newport Presents:
Hall of Fame Open

The International Tennis Hall of Fame
194 Bellevue Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
halloffameopen.com | discovernewport.org

Exciting professional men's tennis returns to the International Tennis Hall of Fame! The longstanding tradition of welcoming the top ATP Tour pros to Newport to compete in the Hall of Fame Open, the first stop of the summer swing for pro tennis in the United States, resumes this summer. Contested on the historic grass tennis courts of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, which have hosted all the legends of the sport since 1880, the tournament is the only event played on grass courts outside of Europe, and it offers the only opportunity to see professional men's tennis in the Northeast prior to the US Open.




Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival 2024

July 20

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival (29th annual)

Look Park
300 North Main Street, Florence, (Northampton), MA
Buy Tix: AD: $25 at the gate or $22 in advance | CH: (6-12) $5 - Under 6: Free
9:00 am - 8:30 pm | Free Parking | Rain or Shine
Peter: (413) 505-9086 or Laurie: ( 413) 862-8095 
glasgowlands.org | Buy Tix

Proud to bring world class Scottish Arts to the Pioneer Valley for 29 years, this is the only Scottish Festival in Massachusetts, and the second largest one in New England. Enjoy incredible dancers, athletes and entertainers. Past performers included; Albannach, (pictured) Enter the Haggis, Screaming Orphans, Sarah the Fiddler and Charlie Zahm. Food and drinks available for purchase including Whisky Tasting. Dogs on leash are allowed. Entertainment in the Celtic Pub until 8:30 pm.




Lowell Folk Festival 2021

July 26-28

Lowell Folk Festival
Celebrating 36 years

Downtown Lowell, MA
lowellfolkfestival.org

2023 marks 36 years since the founding of the Lowell Folk Festival. Every year since 1987, the festival has grown and evolved into the signature cultural community event and is now one of the largest festivals of its kind. Over the years, hundreds of performers, thousands of volunteers, and millions of attendees have attended and participated in this beloved event. Check back as we updated the lineup.




Galway Races Gala at the ICC Canton

July 27

ICC Presents:
Galway Races Gala

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston
200 New Boston Drive, Canton
Admission: $85 | U25: $75 | Table of 10: $1000
781 821-8291 | irishculture.org

In celebration of the Galway Races taking place in Ireland, the 4th Annual Galway Races Gala, hosted by the young professionals committee at the Irish Cultural Centre, looks set to be one of the highlights of the summer season! It promises to be a night filled with cocktails, live music, buffet Dinner, horse racing, raffles & more!




Newport Folk Festival 2024

July 28-30

65th Newport Folk Festival

Fort Adams State Park
90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport, RI 02840
This is a rain or shine weekend event
newportfolk.org | Buy Tickets
See Performance Schedule
discovernewport.org

An American original since 1959, Newport Folk has been delivering legendary performances while working hard to help provide music education and grants to generations of artists. Features four stages of world class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits.There is a 4 ticket limit per order. Artists include Caamp, Billy Strings, Bartees Strange, The Beths, Nanna and more.




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