TO DO THIS WEEKEND: BOSTON April 28-30, 2023

TO DO THIS WEEKEND: BOSTON April 28-30, 2023

Boston is abuzz with activity this weekend, with a variety of events to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a night out on the town, an outside day of fun, or a chance to learn something new, you’re sure to find something to your liking.

On Friday night, the Town & The City Festival kicks off in Lowell. This two-day festival features a lineup of indie rock bands, as well as food, drinks, and vendors. On Saturday, the 2nd Annual Boston Hot Sauce Festival takes over Charles River Speedway. This event features a variety of hot sauces from around the world, as well as food, drinks, and live music.

For those looking for something a little more low-key, there are plenty of options as well. On Saturday afternoon, N.K. Jemisin, the Hugo Award-winning author of the Broken Earth trilogy, will be in conversation with Jenny Bonnevier and Mark Soderstrom at the Shelter & Solidarity event. And on Sunday, the Plymouth Punk Rock Market will be held at Mayflower Brewing Company. This market features a variety of punk rock-themed vendors, as well as live music.

No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’re sure to find something to do this weekend. So get out there and explore it all!

Friday Night on Activate Radio

News, Ecological Reality, Interviews with Legends in the Arts, Civil Rights Yesterday and Today: Order a pizza and settle-in! Activate Radio is committed to diversity and the voices of the marginalized. If you’re looking for a unique and diverse radio experience, check out Activate Radio! You can listen wherever you are, online at activatemedia.org.

  • 6PM ET: Democracy Now! is an independent, global news hour that broadcasts daily on over 1,400 other radio stations and websites in the United States and around the world. The show is hosted by Amy Goodman and Juan González, and it features a mix of news, interviews, and analysis.
  • 7PM ET Radio Ecoshock is a weekly radio program that examines the environmental impact of human activity. The show is hosted by Alex Smith, and it features interviews with experts on a variety of environmental topics. This Week– Nomad Century & Bad Banks.
  • 8PM ET NonVisual Radio is a radio program that features interviews with Legends in the Arts. Tonight: Joe Viglione Interviews Charles F Rosenay (writer) The Book of Top 10 Beatles Lists.
  • 9PM ET The Big Picture is a weekly radio program that explores the big ideas that are shaping our world. The show is hosted by Melvin Syrie, Jr., and it features interviews and discussions on a variety of topics, including politics, economics, culture, and civil rights. The Big Picture is known for its thought-provoking analysis of current events, and it has been praised for its ability to help listeners make sense of the complex world we live in.

Events happening in Boston this Weekend, April 14-16, 2023

Friday, April 28

Saturday, April 29

Sunday, April 30

Monday, May 1

**The weather this weekend is expected to be mostly rainy, with temps mid-50s.

VETERANS FOR PEACE SHOW Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 Join Us Sunday Mornings on Activate Radio

VETERANS FOR PEACE SHOW Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 Join Us Sunday Mornings on Activate Radio

Host – Joe Kebartas

The Veterans For Peace Show has been broadcast every week since Occupy Boston’s encampment in Dewey Square. Joe adds his slapstick humor to lighten some very serious subjects.

This week: One Full Hour of Peace!!

The Veterans For Peace Show airs on Activate Radio at 10 AM ET Every Sunday Morning!

Activate News April 26th, 2023 MayDay, MelKing, BraintreeHomeInvasion

Activate News April 26th, 2023 MayDay, MelKing, BraintreeHomeInvasion

Activate News for Wednesday, April 26th, 2023

Activate News is your independent source for news, free from the influence of corporations. We’re an all-volunteer radio station that originated at Occupy Boston, and we’re committed to bringing you the news that matters.

Here are some of the stories we’re covering today:

  • May Day
  • Mel King School’s
  • Braintree Home Invasion
  • BPS Bus Driver Attacked
  • Events

Tune in at the top of the hour on Activate Radio to hear the latest from Activate News. You can find us online at activateradio.org.

We hope you’ll join us!

EVENTS

 

TODAY AT 8:30 PM
The Sinclair Cambridge

FRI, APR 28 – APR 29
Lowell, Massachusetts Lowell

Event by The Town & The City Festival

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
Alchemy Providence

THIS FRIDAY AT 8 PM
Village Social Club Brookline

Event by Corin Ashley

THIS FRIDAY AT 8:30 PM
The Cabot Beverly

Event by The Cabot

SAT, APR 29 – APR 30
Charles River Speedway Brighton

Event by Boston Hot Sauce Fest

THIS SATURDAY AT 7 PM
Community Church of Boston Boston

Event by encuentro 5

THIS SATURDAY AT 8 PM
The Square Root Roslindale

Event by Tad Overbaugh & The Late Arrivals

THIS SUNDAY AT 12 PM
Mayflower Brewing Company Plymouth

Event by Plymouth Punk Rock Market

THIS SUNDAY AT 2 PM
THE MET Pawtucket

Event by THE MET

THIS SUNDAY AT 3 PM
Midway Cafe Jamaica Plain

Event by Midway Cafe

MON, MAY 1 AT 4:30 PM
Parkman Bandstand Boston

Event by Boston May Day Coalition