Community Events You Shouldn't Miss This Week

Today is Monday, Sept. 12. Here are five things you need to know today.

It's another busy week in Charlestown. Here are a few events to put in your calendar.

1. The city is actively working on a and officials are looking for community input. At 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, there will be a second meeting of the Doherty Playground Committee. The group meets at the Community Center. For more info call Cathy Baker-Eclipse at 617-961-3058 or email cathy.baker-eclipse@cityofboston.gov.

2. A new series of performances opens this week at the Charlestown Working Theater: it's a two-week festival exploring ancient texts (the and the ) in new ways. The festival starts on Wednesday with the Odyssey. For tickets and more info, visit the Working Theater's web site.

3. in town on Thursday night at . When I announced this on Patch last week, it solicited some debate. Maybe a sign of how the event will go? Click for more info on how to reserve your free seat.

4. There's an interesting event at the on Thursday night too: A , 1811-2011 with one of its co-authors, Webster Bull. This is free and open to the public. Book signing and reception will follow.

5. The will be held on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. in Hayes Square. The vigil remembers those who lost their battle with drugs and alcohol. It's sponsored by Charlestown Against Drugs. For info on how to get involved, and include your loved one in the event, contact Shannon Lundin at 617- 320-9058.

For more details on events in the community, check out our calendar. And please, feel free to add your own events there!