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4 entertaining events worth checking out in Boston this weekend

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Published on March 29, 2019
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Looking to mix things up this weekend? From a casino night and fundraiser to an entertainment and media conference, here are a few top options to help you get social around town.

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Blood & Fashion

Tomorrow evening, take in a silent play inspired by Bram Stoker's "Dracula." The performance of "Dracula Untamed" incorporates a multicultural fashion show with a story of love, loss, desire and redemption. A dinner banquet precedes the play and live music and other performances will take place during intermission.

When: Saturday, March 30, 6–10 p.m.
Where: Strand Theatre, 543 Columbia Road
Admission: $70 for mezzanine
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Faneuil Hall Casino Night

Another option on Saturday evening: Faneuil Hall Marketplace is hosting its first "Quincy Market Casino Night." There will be casino games, prizes, a DJ and a cash bar and proceeds will benefit Shriners Hospital for Children.

When: Saturday, March 30, 7–10 p.m.
Where: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 4 S. Market St.
Admission: $20
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Libations for Literacy 2019

Another event option: Head to Central Wharf for Libations for Literacy 2019, hosted by Jumpstart Boston Young Professional Board as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. Buffalo Trace is a sponsor and will be providing a welcome cocktail and spirits tasting during the first hour, followed by an open bar from 9–11 p.m. A DJ, photo booth, silent auction, late-night snacks, a lending library and more are also on the agenda. Wear silver cocktail attire to celebrate the anniversary.

When: Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m.– midnight
Where: Central Wharf, 160 Milk St.
Admission: $60. More ticket options available.
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Entertainment & Media Conference: 'Evolution in Entertainment'

Come Sunday, enjoy an all-day media and entertainment conference at Harvard Business School. "Evolution in Entertainment" will focus on digital transformation, globalization, representation, creative trends and changing dynamics in media investment. Gigi Pritzker (MWM), Albert Cheng (Amazon Studios) and Courtenay Valenti (Warner Brothers) are keynote speakers. 

When: Sunday, March 31, 8 a.m.–noon
Where: Harvard Business School, Spangler Center, 117 Western Ave.
Admission: $35–$50
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