Community Corner
5 Things: Roslindale Parade Benefit Dinner; and Lilac Sunday for Mother's Day
On Saturday is the Haley Pilot School's Spring Spectacular at the Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center. The fundraiser is open to the greater Roslindale community and its neighbors.
- Tonight is the Roslindale Day Parade Committee annual Benefit Dinner & Talent Contest is taking place at the St. Nectarios Church. Tickets $20 purchased at door. The evening will feature the 4th annual Talent Contest for cash prizes and a chance to be honored on the Committee's special float in the parade. 7-11 p.m. 39 Belgrade Ave.
- On Saturday is the Haley Pilot School's Spring Spectacular at the Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center. The fundraiser is open to the greater Roslindale community and its neighbors. A silent and live auction, with Mayor Thomas Menino scheduled to be the live auctioneer. Featured auction items include: An Orlando theme-park adventure for four; A customized pair of Reebok sneakers; The 2013 American Girl Doll, Sadie; A Fugi Absolute 3.0 Hybrid bike; Golf for four at William J Divine Golf Course; and a roundtrip airfare to Lisbon for two. Light hors d'oeuvres provided by event sponsor East Meets West Catering, however attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic lunch or plan to enjoy dinner from one of the one site food vendors, The Dining Car and the Cupcakory. Activities for children include a performance by Jenny the Juggler as well as nature exploration activities organized by the Boston Nature Center staff. Event tickets may be purchased online at a suggested donation cost of $5-$20 per family. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event on location as well. 500 Walk Hill St., Boston. 4-7 p.m.
- On Sunday is Mother's Day and Lilac Sunday at the Arnold Arboretum with live music, tours of the lilac collections and more, food trucks, kids activities and more.
- On Saturday join artist Janice Williams for a collage demonstration -- Painting with Paper -- at the Roslindale Library.This event is co-sponsored with the Roslindale Arts Alliance. 10 a.m. - noon. Free. 4246 Washington St.
- Free for moms: The New England Aquarium (1 Central Wharf) is offering free admission for moms this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, with the purchase of any accompanying full-price ticket. Learn more at neaq.org or by calling 617-973-5200.
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