The Weekender: May 11 to 14
May 11 to 14
Get ready to finish the semester strong and celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend. Check out the recently-opened School of Visual Arts BFA Thesis Exhibition or catch a home game at Fenway. Looking to get outside the city and see some art? Search no further than the West Roxbury Art Walk, which returns for its second year.
BFA Thesis Exhibition
BFA students in the College of Fine Arts School of Visual Art will be displaying their thesis work in various spaces across campus. The exhibitions are on view through May 19, so this weekend is a perfect time to stop in. The graphic design exhibition is at the 808 Gallery and the painting, sculpture, and printmaking exhibition is at the Faye G., Jo, and James Stone Gallery.
May 9 through May 19 at the 808 Gallery and the Stone Gallery. Gallery hours can be found here.
Funded Internship Programs 101
Are you a sophomore or junior looking to intern at a nonprofit? The Yawkey Nonprofit Internship Program can help you cover living expenses for unpaid internship positions and ensure that you make the most of your experience. Learn more about the program and how to apply at this virtual workshop. Important note: attending Funded Internship Programs 101 is required for those applying to the program.
Thursday, May 11, 12 to 1 pm on Zoom. Register here.
West Roxbury Art Walk
The West Roxbury Art Walk is opening for its second year. Visitors can peek into the windows of businesses throughout Main Street to see some amazing local artwork. Last year, more than 20 businesses participated, representing scores of artists.
Friday, May 12 through Sunday, June 4. More information here.
Mother’s Day Makers Market
Celebrate the special lady in your life with a trip to the Mother’s Day Makers Market where you can browse works from 30 local, women-founded small businesses. If you get hungry while you shop, try some donuts from Lionheart Confections or get a drink from Koji Club, Boston’s only women-owned sake bar.
Sunday, May 14, 12. to 5 pm at the Charles River Speedway, 525 Western Ave., Boston. More information, including a list of vendors, can be found here.
Red Sox vs. Cardinals at Fenway Park
There’s no better way to celebrate the end of the semester than going to a baseball game. You can root for the home team all weekend as the Red Sox face off against the Cardinals at Fenway Park. Tickets are still available for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday games.
Friday, May 12 at 7:10 pm; Saturday, May 13 at 4:10 pm; and Sunday, May 14 at 7:10 pm, at Fenway Park. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased here.
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