ZIGGY BOWS OUT
Sunday, March 6
In 1973, David Bowie shocked fans by abruptly retiring one of his most famous characters. Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars, directed by legendary documentarian D.A. Pennebaker, captures the persona’s final performance. The film plays the Regent Theatre in Arlington on March 6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $12. 781-646-4849; regenttheatre.com
CELTIC MUSIC
Thursday, March 3
Get a jump on St. Patrick’s Day with a concert by the traditional Irish ensemble Danu. Piper Ivan Goff will perform with the internationally renowned septet, which has a new lead vocalist, the award-winning Nell Ni Chroinin. Danu plays the Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport at 8 p.m.; tickets start at $28. 978-546-7391; rockportmusic.org
TOP DOG
Friday, March 4
Sit up — the Dog Whisperer is coming to Worcester’s Hanover Theatre. Cesar Millan Live! features advice on how to instruct and connect with your dog as well as live training demonstrations with canine companions, including Millan’s pit bull Junior. The show begins at 8 p.m.; tickets start at $39. 877-571-7469; thehanovertheatre.org
LIVING HISTORY
Saturday, March 5
On the 246th anniversary of the Boston Massacre, step back in time to “witness” one of the events that started the American Revolution. The annual reenactment of the skirmish between British troops and colonists begins at 7 p.m. in front of the Old State House; family-friendly activities take place indoors throughout the day. Reenactment free; museum admission $10. 617-720-1713; bostonhistory.org
DISCOUNT DINING
Starting Sunday, March 6
Dine Out Boston (formerly Restaurant Week) lets you score a meal at your favorite — or new favorite — restaurant without emptying your wallet. Grab lunch for $15, $20, or $25, or dinner for $28, $33, or $38. Visit the event website or contact restaurants directly for prices and menus. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Through March 18 (except March 12). dineoutboston.com
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