Only in Boston

Learn the theory of editing a Bacillus subtilis genome and take part in a lab component generating a genomically edited organism.

Craft your own boob-shaped pot in this beginner-friendly, body-positive pottery workshop at Long Live Roxbury.

Live readings of Toni Morrison’s work by people named Toni and Tony, with a panel discussion, poetry, dinner and music.

Watch or join Boston Armizare’s HEMA practice. New members must arrange an introductory class, and attendees must email the organizers about RSVP and onboarding requirements; spectators are welcome.

Bring a kazoo, uke, guitar or washboard—or try one of the homemade instruments provided—as the Jug Nuts lead a mostly-second-Tuesday-of-the-month open jug band jam with lyrics and chords projected on a big screen; recent jams have been standing room only.

A creative night billed as The Coloring Book, with tickets listed at $20–$30.

This 21+ no-cover bill brings together an especially eclectic lineup of acts under the deliberately strange title “2WEIRD2DANCE2.”

Detritus dance presents a site-responsive installation in Mount Auburn Cemetery’s landscape, created in dialogue with women artists.

Watch F.W. Murnau’s 1926 silent masterpiece Faust with a brand-new live original score from the Invincible Czars, combining classical music, bossa nova and heavy metal with flute, violin and electric guitar.