Live music in Norfolk County, MA

Temple Ohabei Shalom in Boston hosts a Candlelight concert featuring Queen vs. ABBA. Enjoy a live program that celebrates the music of both artists.

A Candlelight concert at Temple Ohabei Shalom celebrates the film music of Hans Zimmer in an intimate setting lit by candlelight. The Rasa String Quartet performs highlights from scores including Inception, The Lion King, Madagascar, Dunkirk, The Pacific, The Dark Knight, Wonder Woman, Gladiator, Interstellar, Dune, Sherlock Holmes, and Pirates of the Caribbean. The program runs for 60 minutes, with doors opening one hour before the start and no late entry once the performance begins. Guests ages 8 and up are welcome, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone.

Temple Ohabei Shalom presents a Candlelight concert celebrating the best of Hans Zimmer in Boston. Tickets are available for this concert.

Heartbreaker returns to Magic Room for another appearance that regularly draws a full house. Discounted advance tickets are available for those who prefer to plan ahead.

LimmudBoston at Center Makor offers a full day dedicated to Jewish learning and culture, featuring engaging speakers, hands-on workshops, live music, and interactive activities for a wide audience. Throughout the day, the Social Hall hosts an information and marketplace area where attendees can connect with community organizations, small businesses, and sponsors. There are opportunities to support Ukraine and Israel by purchasing locally available products, learn about volunteering with LimmudBoston at Center Makor, and view an art exhibition by Inna Zhukovsky-Zilber. Program highlights include a session with Rabbi Dan Rodkin on myths and facts of Chasidism, theatrical exercises and self-training with Esther Golyak, and a conversation on the American Jewish Committee’s leadership role featuring Robert Leikind. Martin Bodek explores the history and evolution of the haggadah, including the story behind The Emoji Haggadah. Marina Aptekman traces the Mizrahi journey across history, theater, literature, cinema, and music, and its place in Israeli culture. Liliana Glick leads a Yiddish song sing along, and a Dispute Club examines Judaism and conservatism. A community lunch features a kosher menu with a salad tasting by Coral Charter. Later, Rebbetzin Sarah Rodkin leads a hands-on challah bake with instruction in braiding techniques and the meaning behind each ingredient, and Steven Elfant demonstrates how to create animals and structures from balloons. Mini Limmud features presentations by Rabbi Barbara Penzner and Reb Moshe Waldoks. Rabbi Penzner’s talk focuses on finding wisdom in unexpected places, beginning with the lesser-known biblical figure Serach, the daughter of Asher, and drawing from midrash and Jewish lore. Reb Moshe Waldoks introduces Kabbalah with a concise history and an overview of key ideas such as the Tree of Life, influential teachers, and space for questions. Mini Limmud is intended for adult audiences. Participation is available in person or via Zoom. Light refreshments will be served. Pricing options include a partial-day ticket at $18 for adults and $10 for children up to age 14, a full-day option that includes Mini Limmud at $25, and a Mini Limmud–only ticket at $10. Volunteer opportunities are available. The program is subject to change.

Member of the Sharon Music Academy piano faculty, Mr. Che Li presents a recital of celebrated works by J. Haydn, S. Prokofiev, and F. Liszt. His recent accolades include first prize at the 2026 Boston University Richmond Piano Competition, first prize at the 2024 IX Krystian Tkaczewski International Piano Competition in Poland, second prize at the 2024 XV Chopin Piano Competition in Hartford, the Special Liszt Prize at the 2024 San Francisco International Piano Competition, and first place at the 2023 Fou Ts’ong International Concerto Competition. Admission is free, and a $10 donation in support of the local children's chamber group program is appreciated. Space is limited, so please RSVP by emailing info@sharonmusicacademy.com with your name and the number of people who will attend.