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Dec
31
Thu
Town of Needham New Year’s Eve @ Masonic Hall
Dec 31 @ 3:30 pm

Join us for Needham New Year’s, a family-friendly celebration featuring music, comedy, dance, activities, and great food, from afternoon through New Year’s Eve. Odaiko New England performs at 3:30pm at the Masonic Hall.   Buy a button for access to all the great performances and events happening all day.

Apr
4
Mon
A Taste of Ginger @ Museum of Fine Arts
Apr 4 @ 7:15 pm

The 12th Annual A Taste of Ginger will take place on Monday, April 4th at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

A culinary and cultural experience featuring Boston’s finest chefs to benefit Joslin Diabetes Center’s Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI).

 
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Apr
30
Sat
Brookline Cherry Blossom Festival @ Brookline High School
Apr 30 all-day
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The Genki Spark and Brookline High School once again host the Brookline Cherry Blossom Festival with music, bon odori dance, crafts, food, and, of course, taiko drumming with groups from all over the greater Boston area. Come join us in celebrating the gift of the cherry blossoms in this fun, family-friendly event. Time TBD.
May
17
Tue
Summer Taiko Classes @ ASAC
May 17 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Our Fundamentals class will run on Tuesdays from 6:45pm until 8:30pm.

In our weekly Taiko Fundamentals class, new drummers learn essential taiko skills such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumi-daiko (ensemble drumming). Using our entire bodies to learn and play a song, we explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko while exploring its rich traditions and history. Taiko Fundamentals class is an invigorating experience for body, mind and spirit. No musical experience necessary.

Our style class will run from 7:30pm until 9:30pm and will explore more advanced taiko songs and styles.

Our summer classes will be divided into three sessions.

Session 1 (3-nights) May 17-31: $75 for all three Tuesdays.
Session 2 (4-nights) June 14-28, July 5th: $100 for all four Tuesdays.
Session 3 (4-nights) July 19-26 and Aug 2-9: $100 for all four Tuesdays.

$250 for paying for all three sessions up front. Drop-in rate of $25 is available. Students eligible
to take both classes may do so for $40 per night.

If you plan to attend, please fill out our pre-registration form.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

May
24
Tue
Summer Taiko Classes @ ASAC
May 24 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Our Fundamentals class will run on Tuesdays from 6:45pm until 8:30pm.

In our weekly Taiko Fundamentals class, new drummers learn essential taiko skills such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumi-daiko (ensemble drumming). Using our entire bodies to learn and play a song, we explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko while exploring its rich traditions and history. Taiko Fundamentals class is an invigorating experience for body, mind and spirit. No musical experience necessary.

Our style class will run from 7:30pm until 9:30pm and will explore more advanced taiko songs and styles.

Our summer classes will be divided into three sessions.

Session 1 (3-nights) May 17-31: $75 for all three Tuesdays.
Session 2 (4-nights) June 14-28, July 5th: $100 for all four Tuesdays.
Session 3 (4-nights) July 19-26 and Aug 2-9: $100 for all four Tuesdays.

$250 for paying for all three sessions up front. Drop-in rate of $25 is available. Students eligible
to take both classes may do so for $40 per night.

If you plan to attend, please fill out our pre-registration form.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

May
31
Tue
Summer Taiko Classes @ ASAC
May 31 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Our Fundamentals class will run on Tuesdays from 6:45pm until 8:30pm.

In our weekly Taiko Fundamentals class, new drummers learn essential taiko skills such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumi-daiko (ensemble drumming). Using our entire bodies to learn and play a song, we explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko while exploring its rich traditions and history. Taiko Fundamentals class is an invigorating experience for body, mind and spirit. No musical experience necessary.

Our style class will run from 7:30pm until 9:30pm and will explore more advanced taiko songs and styles.

Our summer classes will be divided into three sessions.

Session 1 (3-nights) May 17-31: $75 for all three Tuesdays.
Session 2 (4-nights) June 14-28, July 5th: $100 for all four Tuesdays.
Session 3 (4-nights) July 19-26 and Aug 2-9: $100 for all four Tuesdays.

$250 for paying for all three sessions up front. Drop-in rate of $25 is available. Students eligible
to take both classes may do so for $40 per night.

If you plan to attend, please fill out our pre-registration form.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Jun
14
Tue
Summer Taiko Classes @ ASAC
Jun 14 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Our Fundamentals class will run on Tuesdays from 6:45pm until 8:30pm.

In our weekly Taiko Fundamentals class, new drummers learn essential taiko skills such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumi-daiko (ensemble drumming). Using our entire bodies to learn and play a song, we explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko while exploring its rich traditions and history. Taiko Fundamentals class is an invigorating experience for body, mind and spirit. No musical experience necessary.

Our style class will run from 7:30pm until 9:30pm and will explore more advanced taiko songs and styles.

Our summer classes will be divided into three sessions.

Session 1 (3-nights) May 17-31: $75 for all three Tuesdays.
Session 2 (4-nights) June 14-28, July 5th: $100 for all four Tuesdays.
Session 3 (4-nights) July 19-26 and Aug 2-9: $100 for all four Tuesdays.

$250 for paying for all three sessions up front. Drop-in rate of $25 is available. Students eligible
to take both classes may do so for $40 per night.

If you plan to attend, please fill out our pre-registration form.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Jun
18
Sat
Waltham Riverfest @ Embassy Park
Jun 18 @ 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm

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Odaiko New England joins in celebrating the City of Waltham and its relationship with the Charles River in the eighth annual Waltham Riverfest. Come join us for an afternoon of performances, fun for the kids and a variety of activities to enjoy the Charles River, including nature walks and kayaking.

Jun
21
Tue
Summer Taiko Classes @ ASAC
Jun 21 @ 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm

Our Fundamentals class will run on Tuesdays from 6:45pm until 8:30pm.

In our weekly Taiko Fundamentals class, new drummers learn essential taiko skills such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumi-daiko (ensemble drumming). Using our entire bodies to learn and play a song, we explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko while exploring its rich traditions and history. Taiko Fundamentals class is an invigorating experience for body, mind and spirit. No musical experience necessary.

Our style class will run from 7:30pm until 9:30pm and will explore more advanced taiko songs and styles.

Our summer classes will be divided into three sessions.

Session 1 (3-nights) May 17-31: $75 for all three Tuesdays.
Session 2 (4-nights) June 14-28, July 5th: $100 for all four Tuesdays.
Session 3 (4-nights) July 19-26 and Aug 2-9: $100 for all four Tuesdays.

$250 for paying for all three sessions up front. Drop-in rate of $25 is available. Students eligible
to take both classes may do so for $40 per night.

If you plan to attend, please fill out our pre-registration form.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Jun
25
Sat
PortConMaine @ The DoubleTree
Jun 25 @ 5:00 pm

Join us at PortConMaine, Maine’s geek culture celebration. A convention that includes anime, science fiction and fantasy, cosplay, table-top and video gaming, and other fandoms. Check out their amazing list of panels and events

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