| The Scene In and Around Boston . . . By Hilda M. Morrill August 7, 2009  Suffolk University Professor Matteo Casini, center, receives congratulations following his "Renaissance Venice" presentation from event guests including former Boston City Councilor Diane Modica, right, a Suffolk University Law School graduate. (Photo by Hilda M. Morrill)One of the most delightful events we have enjoyed in recent memory was a lecture by Professor Matteo Casini, Ph.D. on the splendor of "Renaissance Venice." The Suffolk University history professor and noted Venetian scholar discussed the unique city's rich art, politics, and trade. When not teaching or lecturing in the United States, Dr. Casini happens to live in Venice. Sponsored by the Greater Boston Chapter of the Suffolk University Alumni Association, the event was held at Ristorante Lucia in Boston's North End and was hosted by Annunziata Varela, BA '94, MA '96. The Museum of Fine Arts' outstanding "Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese: Rivals in Renaissance Venice" exhibit was prominently featured in Dr. Casini's excellent and well-received presentation. There's still time to visit the first major exhibition dedicated to the artistic rivalry of the three greatest Venetian painters of the sixteenth century. The last day for viewing is Sunday, August 16. In the sixteenth century, Venice was one of the largest and richest cities in Europe, and steady demand for paintings from both local and international clients fostered a climate of exceptional competition and innovation. The exhibition includes approximately sixty paintings from the most important museums in Europe and the United States, as well as pictures that have remained over the years in the settings for which they were painted - the churches in Venice. For tickets, times and more information, visit www.mfa.org.
August Moon Festival Scheduled for Quincy Center Thousands of people are expected on Hancock Street in downtown Quincy to enjoy the "22nd Annual Quincy August Moon Festival" on Sunday, August 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival is a free-admission event presented by Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI), and takes place from approximately 1400 to 1600 Hancock Street, a short walk from the Quincy Center MBTA station and close to free public parking. The Quincy August Moon Festival is a family event offering entertainment for all ages. There will be performances of traditional and modern Asian music and dance as well as a children's area with games and crafts. Local restaurants will be serving various types of Asian and American cuisine. More than one hundred local businesses, government and social service agencies and individuals will be participating in the Festival. For more information, call 617-472-2200 or visit www.quincyasianresources.org.
Roslindale Open Studios Looking ahead: The Roslindale Arts Alliance announces the "5th Annual Roslindale Open Studios" taking place on Saturday November 7 and Sunday November 8. The event offers the public two days of viewing unique art from more than 90 dedicated artists. Local artists will open up their home studios as well as display in more than 40 locations throughout Roslindale Village. Art represented will include paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, prints, mixed media, glass, ceramics, jewelry, fiber and more. An added feature this year will be a children's art venue, sponsored by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, taking place at Sacred Heart School auditorium, 1035 Canterbury Street, Roslindale. Children of all ages are welcome to attend and "make art." Roslindale Open Studios will take place each day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. There will be an opening "Preview Reception" on Friday November 6 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Longfellow House, 880 South Street, Roslindale. All are welcome to attend. Information about Roslindale Open Studios is available online at www.roslindaleopenstudios.org. You can sign up to receive email updates about the event. You can also request a full-color brochure that will include a listing of all artists, studios, sites and related events with a detailed map. Enjoy! |
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