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The Social Scene - De-stressing before finals



Finals are right around the corner, don't let stress get the best of you! Attend some events that will help you unwind a little before you have to hit those books again, and help you celebrate after you've completed some of those exams.

If you aren't ready to put down those books just yet, we have some events that will stimulate your mind as well!

                                   





Hour of Power Vinyasa YOGA Flow

When: Monday, December 3, 2012, 7:30 – 8:30am
Where:

A.I.C. Center
38 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116

Cost: First class is free! $10/class, or 5 Classes for $45 | $2 Mat rental
Contact: 845-926-2969 alex.kamin@gmail.com


Salsa Music & Dance Classes in Kendall Square

When:Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 7:30 – 11pm

Where:

The Masacote School at Cambridge Athletic Center
215 1st St
Cambridge, MA 02142

Cost:$15 20% off Student & Couple Discounts 
Contact: 617-286-6272  info@masacote.com


Citations Made Easy

Need help with your upcoming papers? In this workshop you will learn about the APA and MLA writting styles, online resources that can help you, and have all your questions answered!
When:Wednesday, December 5, 2012, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Where


:Central Library in Copley Square
Training Lab
700 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116

Cost: FREE



Master the Art of Networking to Drive Sales

Learn how to effectiveley network with customers and with your fellow business colleagues during this interactive workshop. "Join us to discover how you can use networking skills and Social Styles to make your messages more persuasive, and transform your networking beyond a business card exchange." mastertheartofnetworkingtodrivesales.eventbrite.com
When:Thursday, December 6, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30am
 Continental Breakfast included!
Where:

Intelligent Office
265 Franklin St
Boston, MA 02110

Cost:$15.00

Contact: 617-963-5280


Zumba w/ Boston Zumba Divas

When: Thursday, December 6, 2012, 12 – 1pm and 6-7pm
Where:

 BCYF Blackstone Community Center
50 W Brookline St
Boston, MA 02118

Cost: $7 per session or $50 for 10 Classes

Contact: Katia 857-212-2793


ICA First Fridays: 80s Night

These events are held the first friday of every month.
" Art goes overtime on the first Friday of the month with guest DJs, live performance, gallery talks, specialty drinks, and more. The ICA’s Water CafĂ© will offer a small plates menu and full bar, including cocktails inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions."
When: Friday, Dec 7, 2012 5:00pm - 10:00pm 21+
Where: ICA museum
Cost: Free for members or $15
For more info: http://www.icaboston.org/programs/first-fridays/

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Events at UMass Boston

“Environmental Sustainability at State Street:  Performance and Opportunities for the 21st Century”

When: Thursday, December 6, 2012, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Campus Center, Third Floor, Ballroom A
Cost: FREE
About the presenter: 
"Peter DeBruin is a Vice President in State Street’s Corporate Citizenship division, where he is responsible for global environmental sustainability strategy, including metrics and reporting, operational footprint opportunities, communications, employee involvement and public policy engagement.  He also sits on the corporate social responsibility working group and writes a blog on sustainability topics for State Street employees. Previously at State Street, Mr. DeBruin was in supply chain management, implementing an e-procurement platform, and prior to that he worked at Fidelity and Xerox.  Mr. DeBruin holds a MBA from Michigan State University and a BA in Business Administration  from the University of Maine at Orono."


Kwanzaa Celebration
All are invited to learn more about this holiday, share a meal with fellow members of the UMass Boston community, dance to some music, and more!
When: Thursday, December 6 2012, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Campus Center, Ballroom B & C
Cost: FREE


Global Challenges in Climate Change Science & Policy

When:  December 7, 2012 - 2:30pm
Where: Small Science Auditorium, Science Center, 1st Floor, Room 006
Cost: FREE
About the event:

2:30 p.m.: Introduction - Kamaljit Bawa, UMass Boston, Host
2:35 p.m.: Predicting the Effects of Climate Change on Plants and Animals - Bruce Young, NatureServe
3:05 p.m.: Climate Change Impacts on Marine Ecosystems - Scott Doney, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute
3:35 p.m.: The Challenge of Translating Climate Science into Effective Climate Policy - Seth Kaplan, Conservation Law Foundation
4:05 p.m.: Panel Discussion - Moderator: Associate Professor of Environmental, Earth, and Ocean Sciences
John Duff; Panelists: Assistant Professor of Conflict Resolution, Human Security, and Global Governance Maria Ivanova, Bruce Young, Scott Doney and Seth Kaplan
4:30 p.m.: Response from Audience
4:45 p.m.: Reception





Do not forget to comment on the #BLT ( Blog it, Like it,Try it!) post about Pret A Manger for your chance to win a gift card. The fist two readers to comment will win!
http://thesecretlifeofboston.blogspot.com/2012/11/pret-manger.htmlv

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