Shop in store at Albright Art and receive $5 in Marie's Moolah with purchase over $20! (May 26- May 30) 32 Main Street, downstairs Albright Art is open: Monday-Saturday: 10-6 Sunday 12-5pm
The 75 minute experience will introduce guests to the Downtown Concord area and will touch on Concord’s rich Revolutionary and Literary history while visiting sites such as The Milldam, Monument Square, The Old Hill Burial Ground and more. Beginning April 24, you can purchase tickets ahead of time or come into the Visitor Center before […]
Ellen Garrison, the daughter and granddaughter of men who had been enslaved, spent her life educating newly freed people and fighting for their civil rights. Born and raised in Concord, she followed in her mother’s footsteps as an antislavery activist. After the Civil War, Ellen taught newly freed people during Reconstruction and tested the nation’s […]
For this year's Carlisle Community Trails Day Challenge, the Carlisle Conservation Foundation and the Carlisle Trails Committee invite Carlisleans of all ages to collectively walk the trails in Carlisle during a 9-day week from May 29th through June 6th. Check out our town trails map and select the walk you would like to take. Sign […]
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JUNE JOURNEYS A month long series of community events focused on racial awareness and social justice Visit COAR at coaraction.org "Coloring the Conservation Conversation" presented by Dr. J Drew Lanham On Belonging in Outdoor Spaces Speaker Series 7:00 PM via zoom
QPR Suicide Prevention Training - a few spots remain in this free virtual training to be held on Wednesday, June 2nd at 7PM This workshop will help you: recognize the warning signs of suicide, gain skills in how to offer hope, learn how to get help and save a life. To give sufficient time for […]
The Concord Free Public Library is celebrating June Journeys with Communities Organizing Against Racism (COAR) by sharing a StoryWalk on the Main Library lawn from June 1st through June 30th. The StoryWalk features Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement by Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrated by Ekua Holmes. Featuring […]
It’s planting season! Come to the COA and pick up a young tomato plant and a young basil plant with a gallon size bag of excellent potting soil. Plant them in a container outside and water them daily. Before long, you will have tomato and basil salad! This gift is a made possible through past […]
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The Children’s Department at the Concord Free Public Library will offer a free weekly baby sign language program every Friday morning in June at 11 am. Caregivers and their pre-verbal babies or children are invited to join us for this 4-week workshop with well known instructor, Sheryl White. Sheryl will teach you and your baby […]
For this year's Carlisle Community Trails Day Challenge, the Carlisle Conservation Foundation and the Carlisle Trails Committee invite Carlisleans of all ages to collectively walk the trails in Carlisle during a 9-day week from May 29th through June 6th. Check out our town trails map and select the walk you would like to take. Sign […]
JUNE JOURNEYS A month long series of community events focused on racial awareness and social justice Visit COAR at coaraction.org Justice Rocks and Labryinth Walk (family event) West Concord Union Church (outside event) 1317 Main St Concord, MA . visit COAR at coaraction.org
Urban AdvenTours will lead this guided bike tour of the Emerald Necklace park system. On this 15-mile ride from downtown Boston to Jamaica Plain and back, you will make stops every 1-2 miles to study a feature of Frederick Law Olmsted’s masterpiece. Bring your own bike, or contact Urban AdvenTours if you would prefer to […]
Join Ivy Child International, Santosha School of Yoga and Sounds True Foundation for the March edition of the Healing Retreat for People of Color - Featuring Presenters Salim Rollins, Dr. Keshia Abraham, Maria Broom and Jonathan Foust. The March retreat will focus on Yoga, Ayurveda, Dance and Meditation to promote recovery. The Healing Retreat for […]
Summer and Fall music lesson registration is open! In-person and remote lessons are both available. Visit https://www.concordcarlisleace.org/instrumental-music-school/ for more about IMSCC for enrollment info go to https://www.concordcarlisleace.org/register/; or fill out an inquiry form at https://ccace.asapconnected.com/#PrivateLessons. Summer classes are here! In-person ensemble and performance opportunities are available for students of all levels and all instruments. Chamber […]
The Children’s Department at the Concord Free Public Library will offer a free weekly, outdoor program for babies every Monday at 11am. We’ll gather in the side garden near the Sudbury Street entrance for stories, songs and rhymes in this gentle half hour story time for our very youngest patrons. Register at https://concordlibrary.org/news-events/events-calendar For more […]
Haiku, the most popular form of poetry in the world, can help to connect us more deeply to the natural world. What a great reason to get outside! Join us for this introduction to haiku and inspirational walk. We’ll walk around three conservation areas in Concord, gathering observations and insights, and then try our hand […]
In June, the book discussion group will partner with the Military Family Support Group of Concord to read and discuss Un-American: A Soldier's Reckoning of Our Longest War, by Erik Edstrom. All are welcome. A limited number of copies of the book will be available at the Main Library. Please email bgugluizza@minlib.net for the Zoom link.
The Concord Free Public Library has a rich collection of manuscripts and personal papers relating to the Alcott family, including the largest body of working literary manuscripts by Louisa May Alcott. Few of her literary manuscripts survived because it was common practice to discard the originals once the book was published. Since the nineteenth-century, Special […]
Criminal Justice and Prison Reform A presentation of Criminal Justice and Prison Reform activities and legislation with Senator Jamie Eldridge and Representative Tami Gouveia. Note that registration is necessary for each event. After registering a confirmation email will be sent to your address with information on how to join the event. To make a donation […]
Wacky Wednesday: Visit the The Concord Toy Box, purchase a Science Kit for your Summer Scientist and get 20% off that item when mentioning Wacky Wednesday! June 9-12th 32 Main Street, Concord
Now's the time to care for YOU! Explore Whole Being Restorative Practice - a unique 4-session series of intentional bodywork techniques that slowly unravel tender muscles with the support of mindful deep breathing. This type of self-care practice, based on principles of restorative yoga and myofascial release, can be accessed with gentle guidance and a […]
Fighting AAPI Hate/Racism through Education with State Representative Erika Uyterhoeven (Hosted by Indivisible Acton Area and COAR) 7:00 PM via zoom (register here)coar
This free workshop will examine how the definition of self-care changes once you become a parent. The time and energy we have for ourselves and others changes dramatically after we welcome a child. However, the importance of caring for ourselves becomes even more important because it enhances our ability to care for our children, partners, […]
We are continuing the Films at Fowler program in the summer months with six more movies and discussion dates. The new theme for the summer is Summer Art House, and the six movies are provocative, surprising, fun, and independent in spirit. There is even a sci-fi movie and a neglected American Western! These six movies […]
The Concord Museum and the Orchard House celebrate Louisa May Alcott and the film adaptation of her famous novel Little Women! Bring the whole family for an outdoor movie under the stars on the Museum lawn. Pre-film activities begin at 7:00 p.m. Come with your blankets, chairs, snacks, and an intrepid spirit and participate in Louisa […]
The Concord Carlisle High School Field Hockey team is excited to announce the Summer Pre-Season Clinic for players entering grades 6-9. The clinic will run August 18th, 19th and 20th, from 8:30am-12:30pm, on CCHS Turf 1. The clinic is $150.00 and the proceeds support the CCHS Field Hockey teams and coaches. We are optimistic we will be […]
‘THE TOUR’ IS COMING UP! The memorable, odd-years-only Carlisle MA Country Garden Tour will take place on Friday, June 11 and Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. The five wonder-filled gardens on the 2021 tour feature personal visions of plant paradise, with classic New England properties, outstanding plants, an […]
‘THE TOUR’ IS COMING UP! The memorable, odd-years-only Carlisle MA Country Garden Tour will take place on Friday, June 11 and Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 10 AM to 4 PM each day. The five wonder-filled gardens on the 2021 tour feature personal visions of plant paradise, with classic New England properties, outstanding plants, an […]
In this class, we will cover how to shoot portraits in harsh mid-day lighting. We will use on-camera flash, off-camera flash, reflectors, and umbrellas to capture portraits in challenging lighting. Live model included in the cost of the class. Requirements: Students must provide their own camera. Additional Class Add-ons: 30-minute pre-class camera basics add-on: Need […]
Register now and learn about the use of a wetland meadow to bring sustainability in the suburbs. Crowley Cottrell’s clients wanted gardens, a basketball hoop, level lawn, a dining terrace, and to engage their whole property. They recognized their unique and ecologically sensitive location adjacent to a wet meadow surrounded by an historic wall. They […]
Come join us Sunday for "Picnic and Poetry" on the Common in the center of Carlisle to celebrate Race Amity Day. Bring your own Picnic and listen yo poems, both original and familiar, will be ready by 8th grade drama students at the Carlisle School. The poems will address racial and social injustice.
Curious about meditation and mindful wellBeing? Join us on the Library Lawn for conversation about the benefits of mindful living, and learn simple ways to cultivate your own practice. Be Well Be Here founder, Lara Wilson will share guidance from a variety of wisdom teachers, such at Thich Nhat Hanh, Tara Brach and Sharon Salzberg. […]
American Art from the 18th to 20th Centuries – IN PERSON This is a seven-week DVD Series presented by Janice Muir onTuesdays, June 15th, 22nd and 29th; July 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PMIn this summer DVD session, we will explore American artists from John James Audubon and James McNeill […]
The Concord Free Public Library will host a free Zoom presentation for juniors and their parents to help with college applications and college essays on Tuesday, June 15 at 7:00 pm. Learn more about the college application process including current admissions trends, strategies for applying, writing the personal statement essay and supplemental essays, teacher recommendations, […]
So much to celebrate - time to get dressed up again! No better spot than Reflections for a festive dress or cute pair of sandals. They have an extensive collection of designer clothes, shoes and accessories. Great news - if you purchase a pair of sandals or a dress this week, you'll receive 10% off […]
Visit Verrill Farm for one of our most popular seasons! With over 5 acres of strawberries to pick from each year, we have some of the best picking around! We will be planning to follow local health guidelines regarding crowd size and spacing. Plan to reserve tickets online by day once the season begins. Updates […]
The Concord Free Public Library will host a free virtual tour of Unity Farm Sanctuary in Sherborn, MA to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading 2021 program on Wednesday, June 16 at 11 am. Have you ever met a Scottish Highland Bull? Or a fluffy llama? Those are just two members of the herd […]
Southern Arizona, only 60 miles from the Mexican border, appears at first glance to be only a mix of rugged mountains and barren desert. However, life teems in this area when you look closer. Tiny hummingbirds can be found calling for mates and nesting in shrubbery, while giant saguaro cactus provide homes and food for […]
CCHS Varsity Basketball Coach David Cohen and the CCHS Boys Basketball Coaching Staff are back to run 3 weeks of Patriot Hoop Clinics this summer at CCHS. The first week starts next Monday, June 21st and there are openings available for boys entering grades 2-5. Patriot Hoop Clinics is in its 12th year and campers […]
Registration is Open for Fall 2021 Concord-Carlisle Youth Travel and InTown Soccer Programs To register, please click https://secure.adminsports.net/concordcarlislemasoccer/ CCYS Travel Soccer – Grades 3-8: Registration: open through June 18th, 2021. After June 18th, late fees will apply and players will be placed on a waitlist. There is a late fee of $50 per player for those registering late. Eligibility: 3rd - 8th grade […]
Two artists with unique and colorful visions present the natural world in ways that surprise and delight. These two painters work primarily in different media (Jane in oils and cold wax, Marcia in acrylics and encaustics) but they share a love of color, layers and texture. In collaborating on this show, the artists created pairings of […]
Join John Gardella for the third lecture in this series about the national government of the United States. This month’s lecture will focus on the Executive Branch of government, starting with how US Presidents are different from Prime Ministers. Topics will include divided government and gridlock; the evolution of the presidency; the powers of the […]
Thursdays 3:00 to 4:00: Get ready for Afternoon Art-making 4:00 to 6:00: Afternoon Art-making: Art and Craft materials and a suggested project will be available. $5 - $15 suggested donation. We will set up at the tables behind the Bakery in good weather (and with enough assistance) or in the Art Room. 6:00 to 6:30: clean up […]
Target Soccer Academy has become one of the most popular soccer camps in the area, with several hundred Concord and Carlisle players attending their programs each year. Boys Who: Boys who will be entering the 1st–10th grades (Fall of 2021) When: Monday - Friday, August 3rd – August 7th Time: 9:00 – 3:00 pm (9:00 - 12:00 […]
So much to celebrate - time to get dressed up again! No better spot than Reflections for a festive dress or cute pair of sandals. They have an extensive collection of designer clothes, shoes and accessories. Great news - if you purchase a pair of sandals or a dress this week, you'll receive 10% off […]
It is very important to take care of your feet. Good foot care can help you remain active, prevent falls, and prevent foot ailments. Please join Dr. Ayleen Gregorian on Friday, June 18th at 1:00 PM on Zoom. Dr. Gregorian is a Board certified Podiatrist practicing in Bedford and Sudbury, and has treated seniors at […]
In this class, we will focus on macro photography of insects, plants, and other natural elements using primarily natural light. Macro photography is a gateway into another world. Macro photographs can be either hyper-realistic or completely abstract based on the photographer. Requirements: Students must provide their own camera and a macro lens or macro adapter […]
In conjunction with Concord's Communities Organizing Against Racism (COAR) June Journeys events, First Connections will set up a story walk on the trail behind Gleason Library in Carlisle from June 18 to July 2. "The Ugly Vegetables," by Grace Lin, is the true story of a Chinese-American girl whose mother grows unique vegetables in their […]
19th century Concord was teaming with activists and intellectuals who cultivated the beginning of the antislavery movement. Coinciding with the celebration of Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, this tour will introduce you to the Concord women and men who played a crucial role in the abolitionist movement in the […]
Shop at least 10 Concord businesses either in person or on-line between June 21 - August 20th and you could win a weekly prize or the grand prize! Visit shops & restaurants you haven't been to & see all that Concord has to offer! Weekly prizes! Gift cards to local spots like Comella's & ThistleHill! […]
Patriot Basketball runs 3 weeks of basketball camp for boys entering grades 2-9 at Concord-Carlisle High School. Camp is directed by David Cohen, CCHS Varsity Coach, and the boys basketball coaching staff. We have openings for boys in all grades the weeks of June 21st, June 28th and July 26th. Visit patriothoopclinics.com for more information […]
The Concord Free Public Library (CFPL) is teaming up with The Nature Connection this summer for a Tales and Tails storytime series! We invite children, ages 10 and under, to a nature themed storytime where they will get to meet an animal and explore nature hands-on. Programs will take place outdoors once a month at […]
The World Health Organization points out that nearly everyone experiences a headache once in a while. Although headaches can be defined as pain “in any region of the head,” the cause, duration, and intensity of this pain can vary according to the type of headache you are experiencing. Please join Geriatric Health Nurse Valerie Boggia […]
Founded in 1940, the Concord Bookshop is your local resource for the best in books - including digital download audiobooks and e-books. Our staff are enthusiastic readers with a wide range of interests. If you need suggestions for gift books, great vacation reads, or your book group's next selection, ask us - or take a look at our staff picks and weekly bestsellers. […]
Learn to use Concord’s MapsOnline, a web-based resource providing access to a wealth of data about Concord on June 23 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon! This 2-hour hands-on Zoom-based workshop will enable you to comfortably use all aspects of MapsOnline, including: 50+ data layers and base maps you can turn on/off at will Aerial imagery from […]
We are continuing the Films at Fowler program in the summer months with six more movies and discussion dates. The new theme for the summer is Summer Art House, and the six movies are provocative, surprising, fun, and independent in spirit. There is even a sci-fi movie and a neglected American Western! These six movies […]
Founded in 1940, the Concord Bookshop is your local resource for the best in books - including digital download audiobooks and e-books. Our staff are enthusiastic readers with a wide range of interests. If you need suggestions for gift books, great vacation reads, or your book group's next selection, ask us - or take a look at our staff picks and weekly bestsellers. […]
Expired or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements should never be ingested or disposed of by flushing them down the toilet or a drain. Our wastewater treatment systems are not designed to treat these substances. This is a great opportunity for Concord residents to clean out their medicine cabinets and bring all expired […]
Thursdays 3:00 to 4:00: Get ready for Afternoon Art-making 4:00 to 6:00: Afternoon Art-making: Art and Craft materials and a suggested project will be available. $5 - $15 suggested donation. We will set up at the tables behind the Bakery in good weather (and with enough assistance) or in the Art Room. 6:00 to 6:30: clean up […]
Grab your parasol and patter song and get ready for some delightfully ridiculous fun, as you toddle about the operettas of Gilbert & Sullivan. We’ll promenade though 3 delightfully ridiculous light operas, hitting all of your favorite tunes and tarantellas. Early collaborations of William Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan will be the focus, with famous singers […]
Founded in 1940, the Concord Bookshop is your local resource for the best in books - including digital download audiobooks and e-books. Our staff are enthusiastic readers with a wide range of interests. If you need suggestions for gift books, great vacation reads, or your book group's next selection, ask us - or take a look at our staff picks and weekly bestsellers. […]
The Guild of Volunteers is pleased to present the 32nd Annual Garden Tour as a virtual experience featuring six spectacular gardens. Professionally guided by Ellen Whitney and produced by Sam Krueger Cinema, each episode will bring viewers on a private tour of some of Concord’s most stunning properties, showcasing creative garden designs, gorgeous flowers and landscapes, […]
Brothers, Chad and Tyler Arle of Lexington Road, are among the five Concord Youth Theatre alumni artists who will bring Songs for a New World to CYT’s West Concord stage in June. With music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, Songs for a New World explores universal themes of facing adversity, changing direction, and making […]
Founded in 1940, the Concord Bookshop is your local resource for the best in books - including digital download audiobooks and e-books. Our staff are enthusiastic readers with a wide range of interests. If you need suggestions for gift books, great vacation reads, or your book group's next selection, ask us - or take a look at our staff picks and weekly bestsellers. […]
You’ve done the archival research, now what? How do you turn probate records, land deeds, vital records, newspaper articles, letters, diaries, photographs and other archival treasures into a riveting story? The author of two books about Concord history, Elise Lemire will discuss ways of organizing your research findings so that you have the best chance […]
You’ve done the archival research, now what? How do you turn probate records, land deeds, vital records, newspaper articles, letters, diaries, photographs and other archival treasures into a riveting story? The author of two books about Concord history, Elise Lemire will discuss ways of organizing your research findings so that you have the best chance […]
Founded in 1940, the Concord Bookshop is your local resource for the best in books - including digital download audiobooks and e-books. Our staff are enthusiastic readers with a wide range of interests. If you need suggestions for gift books, great vacation reads, or your book group's next selection, ask us - or take a look at our staff picks and weekly bestsellers. […]
The 75 minute experience will introduce guests to the Downtown Concord area and will touch on Concord’s rich Revolutionary and Literary history while visiting sites such as The Milldam, Monument Square, The Old Hill Burial Ground and more. You can purchase tickets ahead of time or come into the Visitor Center before 1 pm. Call […]
Using “they and them” in the singular go against what you learned in school with regards to correct grammar, but recently you may have seen or heard folks identify themselves using the pronouns they and them instead of he and him, or she and her. And terms like non-binary and gender fluid have made it […]
Thanks to the generosity of the Concord Fire Department, the COA will be hosting another drive-thru BBQ from the Harvey Wheeler Community Center Parking Lot on Tuesday, June 29th between noon and 1:00 PM. Concord seniors are invited to drive up to the tent and pick up a freshly grilled BBQ lunch that includes a […]
Wellness coach Julie Manning will lead kids in a microwave cooking class and teach you to make a delicious pepperoni pizza! Kids of all ages are welcome, but younger children will need a grown-up's assistance. The virtual cooking program will be held on Zoom. Ingredient list will be shared with all participants before the program. This […]
It is handcrafted by their goldsmith, Michael Artinian “bring your ideas in to us to make your dream a reality!”
Join Nancy Blanton, Director of Outreach and Engagement at the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum, as she recounts the remarkable and compelling story behind the 57-year journey that led to Cyrus Dallin sculpting one of Boston’s most iconic images: The Paul Revere Monument. Adjacent to the Old North Church, the statue captures Revere’s legacy and the […]
Are you interested in antiques, craftsmanship, and/or history but would like to learn more? If so, the Concord Museum is offering and introductory, five-week decorative arts study centering on the Museum’s vast collection of treasured objects from July 28 through August 25, 2021. The decorative arts course includes an orientation to the Concord Museum […]
It is handcrafted by their goldsmith, Michael Artinian “bring your ideas in to us to make your dream a reality!”
The Big Band era officially started in the summer of 1935 but the transition from hot jazz and Dixieland had begun much earlier in the decade. We’ll trace the roots of Big Band music, including the back story of the King of Swing himself, Benny Goodman. You’ll hear Benny’s hits like Goody, Goody and Taking […]
Greetings from the Village Art Room! Join us Thursday afternoons at the picnic tables by Nashoba Brook for fun, relaxing art-making sessions. Visit our website to learn More. Who This is geared toward families with children, but anyone who likes to play with art supplies is welcome! When Thursdays from 4 to 6 PM, […]
It is handcrafted by their goldsmith, Michael Artinian “bring your ideas in to us to make your dream a reality!”
It is handcrafted by their goldsmith, Michael Artinian “bring your ideas in to us to make your dream a reality!”
This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich Revolutionary and Literary History. We will walk down Concord’s historic Main Street and then visit sites such as The Wright Tavern, Monument Square, The Old Hill Burial Ground and more. The 75 minute tour is approximately 1 mile and is mostly flat, with one […]
