Thursday, February 28, 2013

Text and image drive artist Andrea Geyer is known for her exploration of cultural adjustment.  With her work on exhibitions in galleries across the world, this internationally recognized artist will provide a stunning lecture. School of the Museum of Fine Arts, 230 The Fenway, 617-267-6100; smfa.edu

Get to know the curator of Contemporary Art, Dina Deitsch, at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum when you attend Cocktails with the Curator. Sip specialty cocktails inspired by the new exhibit "Paint Things," a vibrant collection from the movement to paint off the canvas and into the three-dimensional world. Mingle with Dina Deitsch and other curators and art enthusiasts and enjoy the exhibit like never before. deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Rd., Lincoln, 781-259-8355; decordova.org

Party for a cause at the Charlesmark Hotel this Thursday. Support Liz Byron’s fundraiser for The Boston Education Development Foundation, which will provide a classroom set of laptops for low-income sixth graders, if Byron can raise $50,000.  In her Run for Laptops, Byron will be participating in a 155-mile race through the Sahara Desert, carrying with her all food and supplies necessary for survival. Make Byron’s run worthwhile by celebrating her efforts with drinks, and raffle prizes, and a generous donation to her cause. Charlesmark Hotel, 655 Boylston St., 617-247-1212; runforlaptops.org

Get bubbly at Miel Brasserie’s exclusive champagne dinner, A Sparkling Evening.  Selections from two of the world’s most revered champagne houses, Moët & Chandon and Dom Pérignonwill complement a four-course French feast. Start your evening with canapés, before moving on to an Atlantic halibut carpaccio, Duck Margret with truffle squash risotto, and a cheese course featuring the classic Fourme d’Ambert.  Conclude your meal with a glass of rosé and a trio of chocolates. InterContinental Boston, Miel Brasserie, 510 Atlantic Ave., 617-217-5041; intercontinentalboston.com

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