SoWa Boston

Roll Call @ SoWa
2023-03-03 19:00 - 2023-03-05 18:00 (America/New_York)
Save the dates for an epic roller skating party weekend:
March 3rd – March 5th!
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Use code ROLLCALLEARLYBIRD now through 2/5 for discounted Friday and Saturday night tickets!
Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roll-call-sowa-tickets-525626211147
SoWa Boston and Laraland Roller Disco proudly present ROLL CALL @ SoWa! In partnership with the Skaters Lounge NYC, join us at the historic SoWa Power Station for a weekend-long roller skate party! Experience the unity and love of our local skate and dance community while roll-bouncing to Boston’s hottest DJs! With an eclectic mix of House, Hip Hop, Funk, Disco, Freestyle, Reggae, and more you can feel the vibes and energy while you lace up your skates for some FUN! Don’t skate? That’s okay, just come and tear up the dance floor. ***this is a skate at your own risk event***
Need skates? The Skaters Lounge NYC has got you covered! They’re bringing a limited quantity available for rental on a first come, first-served basis. Enjoy Italian-American comfort food classics from Johnny Pomodoro’s, and browse vendors all weekend to accessorize your vibe, including New England’s largest Roller Skate Shop, the Bruised Boutique (Saturday only).
THE LINEUP:
Friday, 3/3 opening night! 7pm to Midnight with DJs
Cakewalk: 7 – 8:30pm
Master Millions and Bruno Biscuit Head Records reunion set!
Master Millions: 8:30pm – 10pm
Bruno: 10pm – 12am
Saturday, 3/4 open day skate and Saturday night skate party! 12pm to Midnight with DJs
Knife: 12pm – 2pm
Manny Reese: 2pm – 5pm
***break***
Paulinnate and Caseroc: 7pm – 8:30pm
Saucy Lady: 8:30pm – 10pm
Kon: 10pm – 12am
Sunday, 3/5 open day skate and closing party! 12pm to 6pm with DJs
Nomadik: 12pm – 2pm
Mo: 2pm – 4pm
Ryan Brown: 4pm – 6pm

SoWa First Fridays
2023-03-03 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-02-03 17:00 - 21:00, 2022-12-02 17:00 - 21:00, 2022-11-04 17:00 - 21:00, 2022-10-07 17:00 - 21:00 UTC
450 + 460 HARRISON
**First Fridays are open with social distancing rules and limited capacity in each space. SoWa shops, showrooms, galleries and studios are open at their own discretion. We encourage you to check with your favorites to see if they’re open and what guidelines they’ll be enforcing.**
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art + Design District open their doors to the public for an evening of art, culture and inspiration. Meet the artists in their element, view the latest gallery exhibitions, shop small, and dine at one of SoWa’s world-class restaurants.
SoWa First Fridays are family friendly and free. Plenty of parking is available.

Wyllo - Bonsai Bar
2023-02-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Bonsai Bar Workshop
Thu, February 16, 2023,
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Wyllo – 65 Thayer St, Boston
Grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees with us! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs.
Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree!
You’ll get to choose a Dwarf Jade (Portulacaria Afra) tree and a beautiful glazed ceramic pot when you arrive, and we’ll lend you the tools and materials you need to craft your own tiny tree. These trees are a perfect beginner bonsai species that are so hardy we guarantee you can keep it alive or we’ll replace it. We even offer follow-up video consultations if you have more questions after the class.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Wyllo - Clean Candle Making Workshop
2023-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
About the event:
Date: February 15th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Join Meaghan Keenan, founder of Good Karma Candles (aka candle expert) for an evening of candle making. This workshop is perfect for beginners. In this class, you’ll learn about the candle making process, mix fragrances and pour soy wax to customize your candle (which you will take home!). You’ll also create a personalized label and get one on one time with the instructor. There will be plenty of time for questions/answers and some candle trivia (with prizes!)
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Wyllo - Galentine's Paint Your Own Planter Workshop
2023-02-09 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
About the event:
Date: Thursday February 9th
Time: 6:30pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Whether you have a green thumb or not, embrace your inner (creative) baddie by spending your evening painting terracotta planters with us! Follow along as Erica, the founder and artist of the Blank Canvas Co., walks you through how to paint her best-selling, vibrant Citrus Fruits Planter (Or, paint a colorful pattern of your own. Rogue painting is always encouraged.). Plus, snag a complimentary flower seed packet to pot your first plant baby of 2023 in your new planter!

For tickets and more information, click here.

Wyllo - Eco Friendly Aqua Resin Coasters Workshop
2023-02-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
About the event:
Date: February 2nd
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Aqua Resin (also known as Jesmonite) is an eco-friendly alternative to epoxy resin. During this beginner workshop you’ll be able to get hands on and make your own home decor to take home. We’ll be making coasters. With a variety of colors to chose from and techniques to learn, Reanna, founder of Gluesticks & Polaroids, will help guide you through the process from start to finish! Throughout the class you will be able to ask questions and learn more about this art form and it’s many applications!
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
About the instructor:
Originally from Southern California, Reanna’s need to create followed her cross-country to Boston where her studio is currently located. Varying over the years from her unique collages to polaroid photography, art in some form has been a constant.

Reanna’s most recent artistic passion is resin art. Born out of a desire to try something completely new, Reanna has fallen in love with the limitless possibilities that resin art holds. Similar to the way her collages are constructed from existing pieces of life, resin is an adaptable and durable material that allows her to utilize a multitude of objects and substrates, including those objects we experience in daily life.

Her shop features home decor items such as her signature coasters, a variety of trays, succulent pots and more. The defining pieces of Reanna’s work are her abstract resin paintings.

For tickets and more information, click here.

Minni Family Workshop - Winter Wonderland
2022-12-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Sunday, December 18, 2022
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Minni South End
71 Thayer Street
Boston, MA, 02118
In Minni Family Workshop – Winter Wonderland, students and caregivers will craft and create all the elements of a wintery landscape inspired by first snowfalls and Ezra Jack Keat’s renowned book “The Snowy Day.” A Minni instructor will begin with a book reading before guiding students through a selection of icy activities, from painting on freshly fallen snow to decorating branches dripping in silver glitter and sparkling snowflakes. Bundle up and come prepared for our most magical workshop yet.
Minni Family Workshops are designed just for the littlest mess makers (and players!) ages 1.5–3 years to attend with their caregivers. Each uniquely-themed workshop focuses on skill development, materials exploration and irresistible sensory stations under the guidance of a supportive Minni instructor.
Sign up here

World Cup Final Watch Party @ SoWa Power Station
2022-12-18 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
It’s the World Cup Final, and we’re watching it on the world’s biggest screen!
Alright maybe not the WORLD’s biggest screen, but one of the biggest in Boston for sure: we’ll have a 32 foot screen for fans to cheer on the final two teams!
Enjoy food options from South End favorites: Petit Robert Bistro, Batifol, and get a sneak peek of SoWa’s newest restaurant, Marseille, coming 2023! The chefs will include menu items inspired by the competing teams home countries!
Beverage options include beer, wine, cider, and more.
It is FREE to enter! No ticket required! On-site parking is available.
SoWa Power Station
550 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA 02118
Click here to reserve your spot.

Andy Zimmermann: Rugged Road and Dennis Svoronos: Calls for Connection
2022-12-14 - 2023-01-29
BOSTON SCULPTORS GALLERY
December 14, 2022 – January 29, 2023
Artist Talks/Live Performance
Saturday, Jan 21, 5:30 – 8pm
First Friday
January 6, 5 – 8:30pm
Artist Meet & Greets 11am – 5pm
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Thursday, January 5 & Sunday, January 15, 2023
Regular Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Sunday 11-5

Andy Zimmermann: Rugged Road and Dennis Svoronos: Calls for Connection
Boston Sculptors Gallery presents Andy Zimmermann’s solo exhibition Rugged Road, and Dennis Svoronos concurrent solo exhibition, Calls for Connection. Both exhibits are on view December 14, 2022 – January 29, 2023.
Dennis Svoronos: Calls for Connection, presents his most recent body of sculptural work, the artist confronts, laments, and sheds light upon one of the most persistent remnants of the Covid-19 pandemic: our collective losses.
Loss is a hallmark of this disease—loss of security, income, sanity, relationships, and loss of life. In the wake of this emptiness and disconnectedness, Svoronos strives to unite, build, and celebrate the connections we do have; as well as encourage those yet to be. The artist’s gestures manifest in collaborations with other artists, interactive sculptures involving multiple participants, additive installations requiring ongoing contributions from viewers, and intimate moments of connection between the viewer and the work itself. In these moments of connectivity and closeness, Svoronos incites ideas, feelings, and experiences that hope to fill the void left by what each of us has lost.
Andy Zimmerman presents two ambitious installations, Rugged Road and Power Lines, combined to suggest a landscape, and anchor the show, including smaller-scale welded steel sculptures and digital collages. The titular installation Rugged Road features a collection of rugs suspended in a steel scaffolding constructed to form a composition evocative of a flower or an explosion. Collected from a range of sources including yard sales, flea markets, thrift stores, and eBay, some are new and made to look used while others are truly worn, and come from as far afield as Morocco, Turkey, and Afghanistan. The rugs suggest a wide range of human conditions, from a symbol of great opulence to a wrapper carried by a refugee family, from a piece of trash to a magic flying carpet. The Rugged Road construction is situated within the surrounding installation entitled Power Lines. These welded steel structures clearly refer to high-tension electric lines and their support towers. Placement and forced perspective describe a rugged landscape, with symbolic and political overtones.
The re-purposing of materials is an underlying theme for Zimmermann. Most of the rugs are used, providing archaeological evidence of decades of life in a household. Much of the steel scaffolding has been used by the artist in previous installations. The signs of use and wear evident in these materials become part of the content in their present iteration. This concept is further explored in the digital collages on display. They include images of some of Zimmermann’s earlier artworks, elements of autobiography to be unearthed.

Minni Melt + Pour Soap with Juliana Farina of Amherst Soaps
2022-12-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Sunday, December 11, 2022
10:30 AM 12:00 PM
Minni South End
71 Thayer Street
Boston, MA, 02118
Make soap under the supervision of a real scientist! Soap is the ultimate STEM and creative activity, and melt and pour bases are fun and easy to use. Attending this workshop means your student will get to make their own soaps, complete with add-ins like color, fragrance, and objects while working under the supervision of a real scientist! We will demonstrate how to make their soaps, some design ideas, and more! Students are given a bag to bring their molded soaps home too.
Sign up here

Minni Mosaic Collage Workshop with Audrey Markoff
2022-12-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Saturday, December 10, 2022
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
Minni South End
71 Thayer StreetBoston, MA, 02118
Join us for a colorful workshop making paper mosaic collage! Professional mosaic artist Audrey Markoff will teach all about the process of making mosaics, then show students how to make their own using colorful paper and a glossy layer of mod podge for a finishing touch. Each student will leave with a 8×8″ wooden picture frame. Create the perfect keepsake to frame a favorite memory!
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SoWa Open Market
2022-10-30 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-23 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-16 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-09 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-02 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-09-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2022-09-18 11:00 - 16:00 UTC
Every sunday from May 1st through October 30th, come join us in SoWa for the Open Market!
Arts Market
Carefully curated local makers selling an array of hand-made goods. Products include jewelry, clothing, home goods, photography, ceramics, and more.
Farmers Market
A diverse collection of local farmers, bakers, and tasty treat makers. Fill your shopping cart with a weekly supply of fresh produce, meats, breads, cookies, and more.
Entertainers
In partnership with Uhuru Afrika, every Sunday will see a new DJ from their global collective take center stage.

Wyllo - Eco Friendly Aqua Resin Workshop
2022-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
About the event:
Date: October 27th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Aqua Resin (also known as Jesmonite) is an eco-friendly alternative to epoxy resin. During this beginner workshop you’ll be able to get hands on and make your own home decor to take home. Choose from an oval trinket tray or rainbow decor mold. With a variety of colors to chose from and techniques to learn, Reanna, founder of Gluesticks & Polaroids, will help guide you through the process from start to finish! Throughout the class you will be able to ask questions and learn more about this art form and it’s many applications!
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Wyllo - Clean Candle Making Workshop
2022-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Date: October 14th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Join Meaghan Keenan, founder of Good Karma Candles (aka candle expert) for an evening of candle making. This workshop is perfect for beginners. In this class, you’ll learn about the candle making process, mix fragrances and pour soy wax to customize your candle (which you will take home!). You’ll also create a personalized label and get one on one time with the instructor. There will be plenty of time for questions/answers and some candle trivia (with prizes!)
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For more information, and to sign up, click here.

Wyllo - Eco Friendly Aqua Resin Workshop
2022-10-06 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
About the event:
Date: October 6th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Aqua Resin (also known as Jesmonite) is an eco-friendly alternative to epoxy resin. During this beginner workshop you’ll be able to get hands on and make your own home decor to take home. Choose from an oval trinket tray or rainbow decor mold. With a variety of colors to chose from and techniques to learn, Reanna, founder of Gluesticks & Polaroids, will help guide you through the process from start to finish! Throughout the class you will be able to ask questions and learn more about this art form and it’s many applications!
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Wyllo - Eco Friendly Aqua Resin Workshop
2022-09-28 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
About the event:
Date: September 28th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Aqua Resin (also known as Jesmonite) is an eco-friendly alternative to epoxy resin. During this beginner workshop you’ll be able to get hands on and make your own home decor to take home. Choose from an oval trinket tray or rainbow decor mold. With a variety of colors to chose from and techniques to learn, Reanna, founder of Gluesticks & Polaroids, will help guide you through the process from start to finish! Throughout the class you will be able to ask questions and learn more about this art form and it’s many applications!
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For tickets and more information, click here.

Viol Vignettes: Music of Forgotten Viol Players
2022-09-17 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Date and Time:
Sat, September 17, 2022
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
Location
Chase Young Gallery
450 Harrison Ave
Boston, MA 02118
“Viol Vignettes: Music of Forgotten Viol Players” tells the stories of viol players and singers whose musical experiences aren’t typically the focus of modern-day concert programs.
In this program, you’ll meet

Ann Ford (1737-1824), a London socialite who started her own concert series to support herself after fleeing from her father and an unwanted suitor.
Dudley Ryder (1691-1756), a law student in London, whose 1715-1716 diary invites us to celebrate the centuries-old joy of making music just for the fun of it.
Mancio Ito, Miguel Chijiwa, Martino Hara, Juliano Nakaura, and other students at Jesuit schools in Japan (c. 15601613) who became accomplished viol players and singers.

Get to know these viol players through music that we know they played or that they likely knew, including works by old favorites like Handel and Lully and could-be-new-favorites like John Weldon and Damião de Goís.
Actor Danielle Boivin will help give voice to these forgotten musicians with short dramatic readings by them or their contemporaries.
Ashley Mulcahy, mezzo-soprano; James Perretta, viol; Arnie Tanimoto, viol
Masks Required
Light refreshments will be served.

Wyllo - Clean Candle Making Workshop
2022-09-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Date: September 16th
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Join Meaghan Keenan, founder of Good Karma Candles (aka candle expert) for an evening of candle making. This workshop is perfect for beginners. In this class, you’ll learn about the candle making process, mix fragrances and pour soy wax to customize your candle (which you will take home!). You’ll also create a personalized label and get one on one time with the instructor. There will be plenty of time for questions/answers and some candle trivia (with prizes!)
Drinks are byob and attendees are welcome to shop if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For more information, and to sign up, click here.

Wyllo - Charcuterie Board Workshop
2022-09-15 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Date: September 15th
Time: 6:30pm-9pm
Location: Wyllo – 65 Thayer St Boston, MA 02118
Parking information if driving
Have you ever looked at photos of charcuterie and felt like making them for your next get together event? Have you felt like you did not know where to start? What if I told you that you can now learn how as I will be there to guide you.
This workshop starts with the basics of cutting cheese, fruit and meat and works up on the elegant details to the design. My session is sure to leave you confident with the skills to make your own charcuterie boards from scratch. It will include a demo and teaching for the first 1 hour. Next you will then create your own charcuterie box to take home.
This is a hands-on interactive workshop, and we will be using the most common and favorite ingredients such as fine cheeses, fresh fruits, and delicious meats to make the perfect charcuterie box.
All food ingredients will be provided. Please let us know ahead of time if you have any allergies. Drinks are BYOB! Attendees are welcome to shop at Wyllo if they wish – all attendees get 10% off any purchases made during the evening.
For more information and to sign up, click here.

Wyllo - All-Women: Skip The Small Talk
2022-09-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Date: September 14, 2022
Event Start- End: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EDT
Doors Open: 6:45 pm EDT
Where: Wyllo, 65 Thayer St, Boston, MA 02118
Food/Drinks: | Bring your own food or drinks if you’d like— alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks and any food you’d like are welcome!
Parking / Public Transportation: Parking lot spots and street parking are available nearby, and public transportation is also available.
Accessibility & Other Venue Details: The bathroom is not fully wheelchair accessible but the rest of the space is wheelchair accessible. The bathroom is gender-free. This event and all our events are trans- and genderqueer- inclusive.
Covid-19 Procedures: Due to local infection rates, this event will be open to those with proof of full vaccination, and wearing a mask will be strongly encouraged.
For more information and to sign up, click here.
