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32nd Cambridge Carnival International Celebrates Caribbean Culture

The 32nd Cambridge Carnival International takes over University Park Commons today at 11 a.m. with a costumed parade, steel bands, reggae and soca performances, and international food. Organizers expect about 100,000 attendees for the celebration of African and Caribbean heritage, one of the largest cultural festivals in the Boston area.

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Paula Plum Stars in 'Eleanor' Roosevelt Solo Play at Central Square Theater

Central Square Theater presents the one-woman show 'Eleanor' on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m., starring Elliot Norton Award winner Paula Plum as Eleanor Roosevelt reflecting on her marriage and human rights legacy.

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Juventas Ensemble Performs Free Outdoor Concert at Longfellow House

Free outdoor concert on the East Lawn of the Longfellow House on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3 p.m., featuring violinist Hannah O'Brien and cellist Matthew Smith in works inspired by American folk traditions.

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T.J. Swenson Jr. Receives Sweeney Bravery Award for Halting Shooter

Governor Healey awarded Marine veteran Thomas Joseph 'TJ' Swenson Jr. the Madeline 'Amy' Sweeney Award for Civilian Bravery on Sept. 11 for risking his life to warn bystanders and help stop an active shooter on Memorial Drive earlier this year.

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Baldwin School Hosts Family Welcome Back Popsicle Party

The Baldwin School welcomes families and students back with a Popsicle Party on Sunday, Sept. 13 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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Electronic Musician Mechatok Performs Sunday at The Sinclair

Electronic artist Mechatok performs live at The Sinclair in Harvard Square on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 8 p.m.

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Library Director Highlights National Recovery Month Resources

Dr. Maria McCauley, library director, highlights community support lines, curated reading lists, and access to library social workers in an update on Sunday, Sept. 13 for National Recovery Month.

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The Fretless Performs Live String Music Sunday at Club Passim

JUNO Award-winning folk string quartet The Fretless performs at Club Passim in Harvard Square on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m., with a worldwide livestream.

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Brattle Theatre Screens Rafael Manuel's Class Satire 'Filipinana'

The Brattle Theatre screens Rafael Manuel's 'Filipinana' on Sunday, Sept. 13 with five showtimes from noon through 9:15 p.m.

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Daniel Lander Concedes State Senate Primary Following Hand Recount

Challenger Daniel Lander conceded the Democratic primary for the Suffolk and Middlesex state Senate seat to incumbent Sen. William Brownsberger after a districtwide hand recount confirmed Brownsberger's narrow victory.

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