PRECIOUS BANE: THE MUSICAL
Saturday, October 18, 2:30PM and 4:30 PM
The Durant-Kenrick House kitchen is very like the Sarn kitchen in poet Mary Webb’s celebrated novel, Precious Bane. Imagine Wizard Beguildy’s beautiful daughter Jancis there, singing of her star-crossed love for her ruthless sweetheart Gideon Sarn! Come see a presentation of excerpts from this romantic new show, followed by a question & answer session with the composer and lyricist.
At the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds, 286 Waverley Avenue. Free.

HISTORIC NEWTON AT HARVEST FAIR
Sunday, October 19, 10:30 AM-4:30 PM
Stop by our booth at the Harvest Fair in Newton Centre and check out our historic atlases to see when your house was built and when your street was laid out. Play historic games like graces and nine pins.
At Newton Centre Green, Centre and Beacon Streets. Free.

HISTORIC MAP NIGHT WITH GIS MAPPING
Thursday, October 23, 7:00 PM
Ever wondered what your neighborhood looked like 50 or 100 years ago? 150 years ago? Pour over our collection of historic atlases to find out whose farm was subdivided to make your house lot or when your street was first laid out. At the same time, learn about the online tools the city offers to further research your home and neighborhood. All ages are welcome.
At the Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street. Free.

THE ELLIS BOSTON ANTIQUES SHOW
Friday-Sunday, October 24-26
Boston’s oldest and newest antiques tradition will be free for Historic Newton Members with a complimentary pass. Featuring 40 exhibitors of the highest quality from the United States and Europe: antiques, 20th Century design, jewelry, fine art, silver, antiquities, rare maps, prints and more. Café, discount and valet parking. At The Cyclorama, Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, in the South End. Weekend show hours: Friday 1-8, Saturday 11-8, Sunday 11-5, Non-member admission $15, under 12 free.
To access your free admission pass, click here or call 617-363-0405.