Cross-genre string ensemble performs jazz, tango, Beatles and more

“[Quartet San Francisco] played with breezy wit, fine technical finish and a genuine feeling for musical idiom.” – Washington Post

Multiple Grammy-nominated Quartet San Francisco returns to the historic Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA on Monday, August 8. As crossover specialists Quartet San Francisco excels many styles—from jazz to tango, pop to funk, blues to bluegrass, gypsy swing to big band and beyond.

QSF’s performance at the Regent celebrates the release of their brand-new recording, Five by Four, which features Beatles tunes, swing jazz and tango. “We are thrilled to be back at the Regent Theatre,” says QSF’s first violinist and founder Jeremy Cohen. “The sense of history, the great acoustics and intimate space is perfect for Quartet San Francisco,” Cohen continues.

Quartet San Francisco was formed in 2001 by violinist Jeremy Cohen to bring a uniquely refreshing brand of music to the string quartet genre. Since then, the group has been recognized with Grammy nominations for each of their full length CDs: Latigo, Whirled Chamber Music and QSF Plays Brubeck. Their most recent recording, Five by Four, is available on iTunes, Amazon and other digital distributors.

Quartet San Francisco will perform on Monday, August 8, 2011, 7:30 pm at the historic Regent Theatre, “Arlington’s Show Place of Entertainment.” Doors open at 7:00 pm. Reserved seats are $12 in advance; $18 day of show ($10 for students). Regent Theatre is located at 7 Medford St. in Arlington Center (off of Mass Ave), just minutes from Cambridge and Boston. The Regent Theatre is MBTA and handicap accessible with free parking across the street. For tickets and info call 781-646-4849 or visit http://www.regenttheatre.com.

The sky’s the limit on what magic can be spun out of the imaginations of young people! In our unique Summer PlayCamp, students will engage in the collaborative art of crafting then performing a short play, including the design and creation of their own sets, costumes and props! Each session will culminate in a staged performance for family and friends on Thursday evening at Stage Fort Park. Playwriting and practice will take place in the TheatreWorks lab at The Cape Ann (or ‘The Annie’ to her friends), and the art classes will take place at Art Haven.

The Awesome Asian Dinner Workshop will be held on April 21, 2011 from 6 PM to 9 PM at Cousin’s Incredible Vitality, 3038 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago. Go to the ANA website to register. This class is normally $90, but for ANA members and guests is being offered at $76.00. This includes instruction, recipes and, of course, dinner!

RGI’s Mini Workshop program is a series of cooking classes devoted to teaching you how to make delicious and easy raw meals. The Awesome Asian Dinner workshop’s menu includes Thai curry soup, Thai spinach salad in peanut coconut sauce, orients teriyaki and dessert.

The American Nutrition Association is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago that works to improve the lives of the public, professionals and students through the power of nutrition and wellness.

For more information about the American Nutrition Association or the event itself, visit the American Nutrition Association website at Americannutritionassociation.org.

Dr. Brownstein is a Board-Certified family physician and is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. He is the Medical Director of the Center of Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, MI. Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and others about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice.

Dr. Brownstein has author nine books, including “Iodine, Why You Need it, Why You Can’t Live Without it.” To learn more about Dr. Brownstein and his practice, visit his website at http://www.drbrownstein.com.

The lecture, “Iodine for Thyroid and Health: A Holistic Approach” presented by David Brownstein, MD, will be Friday, May 6, 2011 at 7:30 PM at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave., Skokie, IL. Admission in person or via webcast for the event is $20 and includes a meet and greet starting at 7 PM and the opportunity to purchase autographed copies of Dr. Brownstein’s books. Visit the American Nutrition Association website at Americannutritionassociation.org. to register for what is sure to be a sell-out event.

The American Nutrition Association is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago that works to improve the lives of the public, professionals and students through the power of nutrition and wellness.

For more information about the American Nutrition Association or the event itself, visit the American Nutrition Association website at Americannutritionassociation.org.

It is our distinct pleasure in welcoming Mariposa’s renowned designer Michael Updike for an in-store signing.

Please join us Thursday, May 5th from 5-8p.m.

Mr. Updike will laser engrave each piece on site while you enjoy Cinco de Mayo inspired refreshments and light fare.

This rare opportunity for personalization is complimentary and only offered on Mariposa items purchased at Rose & Dove Specialty Gift Shop or online from our website now thru May 5th, 2011.

Lynn Museum, 590 Washington St., Lynn 01901. 781-581-6200

The groundbreaking musical that changed the face of Broadway is performed on the Mainstage this spring. In Jonathan Larson’s Rent, audiences witness a year in the life of friends and enemies struggling to survive in the crushing 1980’s New York City culture of the AIDS epidemic, drug addiction, intolerance, and greed. Among the poverty and pressure of keeping up with the rent, characters work to change the world they live in and find meaning in their lives through the loving bonds of friendship. Winner of three Tony awards including Best Musical and Best Score, Rent will be directed by Professor David Allen George with musical direction by Trent Bagley.

Performances: April 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 7:30 pm
Sunday, April 17, 2 pm

To buy tickets; http://www.salemstatetickets.com
$20 general/$15 students and seniors/free with Salem State student ID