GBH offers a wide variety of in-person and virtual events. From live music recordings, lectures and screenings to our virtual Book Club, tasting events and more, stay connected to our community. Whatever you’re interested in—news, history, the arts or music, we’ve got you covered. Fill your calendar with this rich diversity of events and be inspired, informed and entertained.
If you have questions about any of our events please reach out to Audience Member Services by phone 617-300-3300 or email info@wgbh.org
Featured Events
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In PersonJamie Loftus presents: Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs
We welcome Jamie Loftus—comedian, Emmy-nominated TV writer, and podcaster—to celebrate the paperback release of her New York Times bestseller Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs. She will be joined in conversation by Tori Bedford— radio and television host and reporter at GBH News. -
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Wine Tasting with Rick Steves bundle (Event on Demand)
Experience our February Wine Tasting with Rick Steves event on your own time! This on demand event experience allows you to sip along with Rick Steves and a sommelier during the previously recorded event. Expand your knowledge of the art of wine tasting with the fundamental five S's: see, swirl, sniff, sip, and savor, sample Italian wines and, get to know Rick too!
How it works:
Purchase this package and we will send you the link to the recording of this event and the tasting kit which includes 6 mini bottles of Italian wine. Once the wine arrives, play the recording and taste along with Rick Steves and our sommelier. You choose the time and place! Snuggle up on the couch, set up in the kitchen, or gather your friends for a fun night in! We know you'll enjoy this lively evening.
Included in this package is Rick Steves’s newest book, On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer. The book will be shipped separately.
Here's what attendees had to say about the event in February:
- What a wonderful night! Expertise does matter and considerate and witty conversation lives!
- Loved this...so fun!!
- This was incredible! Thank you for the opportunity! Cheers
- One of the best experiences of my life!
Don’t miss your chance to recreate this memorable evening of tasting wine with Rick Steves. And remember, your ticket purchase supports the GBH programming you love. Wine tasting kits are limited so get yours today!
Package includes:
- The link to the recording of the February 2025 Wine Tasting with Rick Steves lead by a sommelier
- 6 mini bottles of wine (enough for two to taste) shipped directly to your door (We suggest you enjoy the wine tasting on demand event within 4 months of receipt to optimize freshness).
- Rick Steves’s newest book, On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer (additional copies of this book are available for purchase)
Please note:
- Kits cannot be shipped to Canada and the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Mississippi, Rhode Island and Utah
- Guests must be at least 21 years old to participate in alcohol related events.
- This package has a limited quantity. Secure your kit today, while supplies last.
- If you would like to purchase more than one wine tasting experience, please do so in a separate transaction.
Shipping details:
- Make sure that your address is submitted correctly (no typos!) Failure to type your address correctly will result in a shipping delay or even the possibility that your ticket will not be fulfilled.
- Ticket holders will receive the wine tasting and book separately. The book will arrive later that the wine.
- Kits cannot be shipped to Canada and the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Hawaii, Mississippi, Rhode Island and Utah
- Kits cannot be shipped to a P.O. Box
- Ticket holders will need to be home to show identification and sign upon delivery to prove they are 21+ years of age. Wine will not be delivered without this.
- Books will ship separately from the wine.
More GBH Events
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In PersonA Revolutionary Problem: Making Saltpeter During the War of Independence
250 years ago, the revolution that would lead to our country’s independence was in its early stages. The Continental Army was facing a major problem, gunpowder shortages. Join the Charles River Musuem for an exploration of how the production of saltpeter, the principal ingredient of this explosive material, changed the course of history.
This talk will explore the different ways saltpeter was manufactured by Americans, the wide variety of instructions that guided their efforts, and the motivations-both lofty and materialist-that drove them forward.
Presented by David Hsiung.Partner:Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation -
In Person
June 2025 Outspoken Saturdays
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
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Critical Condition: Health in Black America
Black Americans are nearly twice as likely to have high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease than White Americans, and their life expectancy is about five years shorter.
In Critical Condition: Health in Black America, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson investigates the dramatic health disparities in the US, even as scientists confirm that there are no meaningful genetic differences between races. From the deep history of pseudoscientific beliefs about race that still permeate modern medicine, to the latest research on how experiencing discrimination can directly damage the body’s DNA and biology, Critical Condition reveals the factors behind the health crisis facing Black Americans.
The accompanying digidoc, When Machines Prescribe, investigates the use of race in clinical algorithms. Doctors rely on computer programs to make decisions about diagnosis and treatment. Designed to weigh factors like symptoms, medical history, and test results to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients, some common medical algorithms were built using data based on old pseudoscience about racial differences and their continued use has harmed the health of Black patients.
Join NOVA at Harvard Medical School for a screening of selected clips from Critical Condition and When Machines Prescribe paired with a panel discussion featuring filmmakers and experts from the film. The program will begin at 6PM and the screening and panel discussion will be followed by a catered reception. -
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Organizing to Build Community and Bring Change
In times of uncertainty and social upheaval, it takes vision and leadership to help people feel safe, empowered and included. Demonstrating that vision often means going public and taking your cause to the streets. In this hour of GBH Amplifies, two very different hosts with different backgrounds lead conversations about how true community and effective change is brought about through organizing.
At 1 pm, Reggie Ramos, the Executive Director of Transportation for Massachusetts, hosts a discussion with Tiffany Cogell
of the Boston Cyclists Union, Katarina Torres Radisic of the Riders’ Transportation Access Group (RTAG), and Brendan Kearney ofWalkMassachusetts. Together they'll discuss the streets as shared spaces to ignite civil discourse and social cohesion. In this episode, we talk to advocates for pedestrians, cyclists, people with disabilities who interact with daily transportation as a tool for equity, democracy and collective action.
Then at 2 pm, Ron Bell, community leader and founder of Dunk the Vote leads a conversation on how Boston’s Black community can remain strong in the face of current forces at odds with notions of unity, and resilience. He and his guests, urban historian Dr. Karilyn Crockettand Bishop William E. Dickerson of Greater Love Tabernacle, will discuss the importance of putting boots on the ground and having a good “street game,” not just social media campaigns or splashy rallies.
About the Series
Join us for community conversations that amplify local voices from Boston and beyond. Recorded in front of a real cafe audience at GBH’s studio in the Boston Public Library, GBH Amplifies features a rotating cast of well-known hosts from local media, community organizations, and more. -
In PersonVirtual
Great Decisions | The Future of NATO and European Security
Europe is frightened and frightening for the first time really since the 1980s, when nuclear sabers were rattling as the Soviet Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) both deployed contending intermediate range missiles along the dividing line of the military alliances. With Russia’s continued barbarity in Ukraine there is no escaping that Vladimir Putin intends not to be “European”.
Join WorldBoston for a timely discussion of this topic with Dr. Kori Schake, leader of the foreign and defense policy team at the American Enterprise Institute.
This program will feature an expert presentation, live audience Q&A, and time for networking and discussion with other globally-oriented participants in the Newsfeed Café.Partner:WorldBoston -
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GBH Music Presents: Christina Day Martinson and Friends
Join Grammy-nominated baroque violinist Christina Day Martinson and her acclaimed collaborators for an intimate recital celebrating her extraordinary career and the forthcoming documentary A Second Movement, which captures her life story and artistry. The evening showcases the full breadth of Christina’s musical expression, featuring selections from her Grammy-nominated album Biber: The Mystery Sonatas alongside new compositions. Hosted by WCRB’s Brian McCreath, this special performance also includes conversations with Christina and features guest performers: theorbo player Michael Leopold, composer and pianist Olivia Pérez-Collellmir, and composer/musician Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol.
Photo credit: Courtesy of A Second Movement.
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In Person
From Paperwork to Peace of Mind: Estate Planning with Aging Loved Ones
Whether you're planning your own estate or helping out with an aging loved one, join us for an estate planning seminar with BNY Wealth Planning Strategist, Jere Doyle. You will learn practical tips and tactics, questions to ask, and the family conversations that will give you the peace of mind that comes from proper planning. Jere will cover the stages from planning, through frailty and end-of-life, through estate administration.
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In PersonVirtual
Revolutionary Art with Dread Scott
Join the Boston Public Library in person or over Zoom Webinar as acclaimed interdisciplinary artist Dread Scott joins them for the June Lowell Lecture.
The moderator for this program will be Lizzy Cooper Davis, PhD, Associate Professor & Graduate Program Director, Theatre Education & Applied Theatre at Emerson College.
After the main program, in-person audience members can meet the artist in the Connector Space located just outside of Rabb Hall.Partner:Boston Public Library -
In PersonVirtual
Disability Reframed: A Growing Community
Disability can be present from birth, develop over time, or arise unexpectedly. More than 70 million adults in the U.S.—1 in 4 people—live with a disability, and this number continues to grow. Some disabilities are visible, others are not, but all experiences are valid and deserve recognition, support, and community.
Join us on June 26 for an engaging conversation on:
- Why disability should be recognized as a natural part of the human experience
- How we can foster a more inclusive world that welcomes and supports people of all abilities
- What resources and opportunities exist to build stronger, more connected communities
- How we can navigate life’s changes with resilience, adaptation, and support
Disability ReFramed is an annual event at GBH designed to consider the opportunities, strategies, and challenges we face as a community and to imagine what the future could be. Join us to meet and network prior to the event and learn more from organizations presenting in the GBH Atrium.
Please send us your great questions for our panelists!
Event registration is FREE but required for the in-person and virtual experience. In-person seating is general admission.
This event will be recorded and shared after the event.
GBH’s Yawkey theater and public spaces are fully accessible, and there will be Covid-conscious seating available in the Atrium (where the livestream will air) for anyone who would prefer a less-crowded space; masks will be available.
This event will be captioned using CART, and will have American Sign Language interpreters (ASL). Both will be available for live and virtual audiences. If you would like to request an additional accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email Accessibility@WGBH.org or call Audience and Member Services at 617-300-3300 (M-F, 9am-5pm) in advance of your visit. Please note that we will make every effort to secure services, but that services are subject to availability and requests are appreciated by June 16.
This event is presented with support from our sponsor the Museum of Science.
