Sample & Sip with Naturally New England
Feb
22
4:00 PM16:00

Sample & Sip with Naturally New England

Our bar will be open to the community on February 22!

Swing by from 4:00-6:00 PM to try out our new bar offerings alongside 8-10 Naturally New England brands. We’re looking for your feedback on snacks to be offered at The Substation Bar!

Snack Brand Showcase: 8-10 Naturally New England Member brands will showcase their products with free tastings.

Substation Collaboration: The Substation team is seeking your feedback on what you taste to build out our snack offerings at the bar!

The Substation Bar: We’ll have our near-full beverage menu ready to roll! Come see what we’ve got on tap, our new and expanded wine list, and our new selection of signature cocktails and mocktails, primarily featuring local (New England) brands.

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Little Criers
Feb
27
5:00 PM17:00

Little Criers

Join us for a free family concert in downtown Roslindale at the Substation. The first hour of the event, families with young kiddos are invited to enjoy a short, participatory, kid-focused musical presentation, after which the musicians will take a break and you’ll have a chance to socialize and grab a snack that will be available for sale, but feel free to bring your own food/drink to enjoy during the show.


At 6:00pm we’ll transition to a quieter sit-down chamber music concert setup and perform selections from our upcoming concert, One Fish, Two Fish.

Free! Pre-registration is encouraged as space is limited.

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LoveFest: Menu Test
Feb
14
7:00 PM19:00

LoveFest: Menu Test

This Valentine's Day, join The Substation to sample a selection of new menu items, including signature cocktails, draft beer, unique wines, and non-alcoholic beverages. We're partnering with Flying Boar Kitchen and Catering to provide a delicious selection of appetizers and small plates throughout the evening, and a special dessert from Sweeties! Purchase tickets here.

Each ticket includes:

  • A welcome cocktail (or mocktail)

  • 3 tasters from our new wine and beer menu

  • Appetizers and small plates

  • Entry into a raffle to win a $50 gift card to The Substation

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Palaver Strings Concert: Beehive chamber series | rise and shine
Feb
1
8:00 PM20:00

Palaver Strings Concert: Beehive chamber series | rise and shine

Rise and Shine celebrates the versatility and power of the viola, the unsung heartbeat and sonic glue of much of the chamber music we love. This unusual program explores the sonic possibilities of the elusive middle voice, through twentieth-century viola quartets by Kenji Bunch and York Bowen, as well as new folk arrangements by Palaver violists Elizabeth Moore and Lysander Jaffe. We will be joined by special guest violist Sam Kelder

Tickets here!

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Circus Mixtape Vol. 3
Jan
19
1:00 PM13:00

Circus Mixtape Vol. 3

Third installment of the Circus 617 Mixtape Series, two shows on Sunday January 19th, at 1pm and 3:30pm.

Circus Mixtape Vol. 3 presents unique collaborations between circus performers and musicians. For each act, an acrobat and a musician were paired together to make something entirely new that could not exist without their collaboration. Join musicians Jerry Sabatini, Brian King, and Heiraza alongside aerialists, acrobats, and more for an afternoon of circus, bold ideas, and brand-new sounds you won’t see anywhere else. Curated & presented by Circus 617. The show is produced and emceed by Mandy Hackman.

Tickets here!

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A Far Cry:  Little Criers @ The Substation
Dec
12
5:00 PM17:00

A Far Cry: Little Criers @ The Substation

A Far Cry invites you to join us for a free family concert. The first hour of the event, families with young kiddos are invited to enjoy a short, participatory, kid-focused musical presentation, after which the musicians will take a break and you’ll have a chance to socialize and purchase a beer from our friends Rushford & Sons. At 6:00pm we’ll transition to a quieter sit-down chamber music concert setup and perform selections from our upcoming concert, Music for the Temple

5:00: Doors open
5:10-5:40 Little Criers! Kid-focused musical presentation
5:40-6:00 Short break (grab a snack, socialize, and settle in for the next segment)
6:00-6:40 Chamber music concert
6:40-7:00 More socializing (yay!) and final goodbyes

Snacks will be available for sale, but feel free to bring your own food/drink to enjoy during the show.

Free! Pre-registration encouraged as space is limited.

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Dance Class with Ej by The Source. Social
Nov
25
7:00 PM19:00

Dance Class with Ej by The Source. Social

EJ Dance Studio! The perfect way to warm up for an exciting week of concerts and dance events in Boston!

Our last class was a hit, and we're back to get you concert-ready for shows by Djodje (Nov 27), Kai & Oswald (Nov 28), and Joe Dwet File (Dec 1). Alongside these concerts, Boston will be buzzing with other events centered on konpa, kizomba, and pasada-so you'll be ready to embrace the dance scene all week!

Ej (@ejdancestudio) is skilled in various styles, so whether you're new to dancing or already experienced, you'll pick up some fantastic moves.

Admission $15 and keep in mind the 2X1 Deal! Bring a friend or dance partner, and it's $20 for both of you!

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Substation Beer Hall: Community Potluck
Nov
22
4:00 PM16:00

Substation Beer Hall: Community Potluck

Join us for a Community Potluck!

For this potluck, you are encouraged to bring anything to share: a dish, a story, a song, art supplies, etc. We’ll have a table for food (please list ingredients,) a live mic, plates, napkins, utensils, and of course our beer hall drink menu! Embrace the spirit of community and grab a seat alongside someone new. See you there!

We will be featuring these local breweries with impactful stories: Roundhead, Brockton Beer, and Redemption Rock.

We also have a variety of non-alcoholic and non beer options!

Family hours from 4-7 pm and 18+ from 7-10 pm. 

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Thursday Night Swing: Dance Lesson and Social
Nov
21
7:00 PM19:00

Thursday Night Swing: Dance Lesson and Social

Found through Sound: Swing Social at The Substation!

Attention: The Substation is powering up...  So come one, come all!

There will be a beginner focused lesson to start from 7:00 to 8:00pm where we will build your partner dance basics, then venture into some more style & variety in West Coast Swing.

Afterwards, we will open up the space to host an open social night for all to be introduced, explore, and connect together with the musical vibes that range from old school swing & blues to new age Modern Pop, Hip Hop & Electronic. West Coast Swing has one of the broadest ranges of music available to it, so there will be sure to be something for everyone.  

$20 - Dance Lesson and Social, starting at 7pm
$10 - Dance Social only, starting at 8pm
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For this evening we have non-alcoholic drinks available and will be joined by the creative offerings of The Flying Boar Kitchen & Catering, providing fun twists on traditional Latin & American cuisine. We are also are linked up with local restaurants that will be offering a % discount for any guests that would like to visit them before, during or after the event for enjoyable food and drinks. We look forward to having you all there and kicking off a wonderful new scene in our neighborhood! 

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Rockin' Rozzie: A Celebration of Women Who Rock!
Nov
9
6:00 PM18:00

Rockin' Rozzie: A Celebration of Women Who Rock!

Come join us for a night of music, empowerment, and fun at The Substation in Roslindale! This event, sponsored by The City of Boston's Wake Up The Night, is all about celebrating women who ROCK! It's fun, entertaining, and playfully interactive. Grab your kids, your grandkids, your friends and your family for a night of dancing, singing, fun, games, food, and showcasing some of Rozzie's rockingest women. Don't miss out on this uplifitng and unforgettable evening!

2 LIVE BANDS!

BRING YOUR LITTLES for a rocking good time! THE LUCKY DUCKIES play upbeat, age-appropriate songs for kids that parents will love. We supply the dancing ribbons, shaker toys, and fun! Dancing, singing along (preferably at the top of your lungs) and general merriment are strongly encouraged. It’s not just a show - it’s a party!

LET'S KEEP THE PARTY GOING with THE LUCKY BASTIDS - Remember those infamous clubs from Boston’s Rock & Roll heyday? The Channel, Green Street Station, Chet’s Last Call, TT The Bears, Bunratty’s, etc.? These Boston music veterans have headlined them all and they’re still rocking strong! With a classic rock vibe, a garage heart, and hints of reggae, surf and punk, this woman-fronted fun bar band knows how to rock! It’s always a good time when The Lucky Bastids play!

There'll be food for purchase from Sweeties Ice Cream.

RSVP!

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Substation Beer Hall: Stone Soup
Nov
8
4:00 PM16:00

Substation Beer Hall: Stone Soup

Join us for The Substation Beer Hall!

We will be featuring these local breweries with impactful stories: Roundhead, Brockton Beer, Redemption Rock, and White Lion. At The Substation, everyone belongs so we will also have various non-alcoholic and non beer options! At 8 pm we will have DJs, Dancing, and Drinks hosted by NXN and Lola Vera. Bring your vinyl and sign up to spin.

Family hours from 4-7 pm.

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