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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
It is handcrafted by their goldsmith, Michael Artinian “bring your ideas in to us to make your dream a reality!”
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 […]
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 […]
Online Workshop Landscape Collage Into Painting: Clean Color & Sculptural Form with Amy Wynne MEDIUM: Mixed Media All Levels July 5 - 9 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Simplifying the landscape through collage is a perfect foundation for a painting. This concise interpretation helps the artist avoid being seduced by the details and paint with […]
ONLINE CLASS: Experimental Drawing with Kate Hanlon MEDIUM: Drawing All Levels Tuesdays, July 6 - August 3, 2021 from 10:00pm–1:00pm M: $300 / NM: $350 Every drawing is a self portrait of its maker, a record of a temperament, mood, and response to the world that is as unique as a signature. Beginning with simple […]
Debra’s Natural Gourmet is a home-town soup-to-nuts shop with awards like retailer of the year for the natural products industry, for the USA (plus, other awards). Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a “powerhouse,” Yankee Magazine for Debra’s Immune Boosting Soup and “one of the best take out kitchens in New England,” Debra’s is a happy […]
Henry Quinlan takes a look at the career of Vladimir Putin, the current President of Russia. He examines Putin’s policies and actions, and asks “Could there be another Cold War?” Mr. Quinlan has been involved with the former Soviet Union and Russia since 1986 and has made more than 60 trips there. He lived in […]
Debra’s Natural Gourmet is a home-town soup-to-nuts shop with awards like retailer of the year for the natural products industry, for the USA (plus, other awards). Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a “powerhouse,” Yankee Magazine for Debra’s Immune Boosting Soup and “one of the best take out kitchens in New England,” Debra’s is a happy […]
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 […]
CHAKRA YOGA PRACTICE TO SUSTAIN AND NOURISH INDIVIDUAL & COMMUNITY WELL-BEING Guided by Nicole A Grant, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, EMT Life is busy. Life is chaotic. Life is dramatic, traumatic, and completely unapologetic. There is much we have little control over; however, we CAN change the way we feel by engaging, rather than avoiding or negating, […]
Hearing is a vital part of our ability to communicate with others. Do you have difficulty understanding others, especially in a noisy environment? Education regarding hearing loss can provide you with the proper support & assistance you may need. Please join Gary Downey, Hearing Care Practitioner from Beltone New England in-person at the COA. Gary […]
Drop in for fun, relaxing art sessions on Thursday afternoons, 4-6 PM, July 1st through August 26th. We will meet at the picnic tables behind Nashoba Brook Bakery in West Concord, or in the Village Art Room when the weather requires being inside. Activities are appropriate for children and for teens and adults who enjoy […]
Debra’s Natural Gourmet is a home-town soup-to-nuts shop with awards like retailer of the year for the natural products industry, for the USA (plus, other awards). Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a “powerhouse,” Yankee Magazine for Debra’s Immune Boosting Soup and “one of the best take out kitchens in New England,” Debra’s is a happy […]
The Concord Free Public Library will host a free virtual tour of VINE Animal Sanctuary on Friday, July 9 at 2 pm. Come meet some of the chickens, cows, goats, sheep, emus, geese, ducks, guinea fowl, and pigeons that live at this very special animal sanctuary. VINE (Veganism is the Next Revolution) Sanctuary is a […]
Debra’s Natural Gourmet is a home-town soup-to-nuts shop with awards like retailer of the year for the natural products industry, for the USA (plus, other awards). Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a “powerhouse,” Yankee Magazine for Debra’s Immune Boosting Soup and “one of the best take out kitchens in New England,” Debra’s is a happy […]
Online Workshop The White Line Woodcut and Beyond with Kate Hanlon Medium: Printmaking All Levels Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 10:00am–1:00pm 10am - 1pm on ZOOM The white line woodcut, also known as the Provincetown Print, is a uniquely American form of printmaking, invented by artists working in Provincetown in the […]
This mindful outdoor yoga practice is designed to bring a little magic back into our daily lives through breath, movement, music and community. While these practices are accessible to all levels of practice, those of you who are familiar with my style of instruction or who have an established spiritual practice always have the option […]
Debra’s Natural Gourmet is a home-town soup-to-nuts shop with awards like retailer of the year for the natural products industry, for the USA (plus, other awards). Recognized by Inc. Magazine as a “powerhouse,” Yankee Magazine for Debra’s Immune Boosting Soup and “one of the best take out kitchens in New England,” Debra’s is a happy […]
Online Week-Long Workshop Plein Air From Your Porch with Emily Passman Medium: Drawing and Acrylic or Oil Painting Intermediate to Advanced - All Painters Welcome! Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 16, 2021 ZOOM class 10:00AM - 2:00PM each day You want to paint representationally, but with an expressionistic flair... Set up your easel or […]
Our popular Monday Night Meditation continues this month! Join us for soothing practice that quiets the mind, relaxes the body and calms the nervous system. Regular evidence-based guided meditation helps boost our immune system and encourages a good night’s sleep. These simple, integrative 30-minute sessions are available for every age. Share the moment with friends […]
Join Dave from Therapy Gardens on Tuesday, July 13th to create an aromatic herb garden that you can enjoy throughout the summer and beyond. Topics include growing and drying herbs, creating your own herb garden, herbs for flavorful cooking, and herbs for medicinal uses. Each participant leaves with their choice of seasonally available herb plants […]
Please join Geriatric Health Nurse Valerie Boggia for a Listen & Learn on Shingles. Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Shingles can occur anywhere on your body and, although it is not a life-threatening condition, it can be very painful. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Valerie will discuss: the […]
Visit the Concord Cheese Shop today! Whether you're looking to create a charcuterie or cheese platter, craving an amazing sandwich or quiche, need a caterer or looking for a wonderful selection of beer, wine... Concord Cheese Shop is the place to go. Read more about what makes this shop unique... We love food. We love […]
Elevate your mood with a mindful morning walk along historic Battle Road in Concord, MA. BWBH’s Wellness Walks are based on the principles of Forest Bathing, or shinrin yoku, a Japanese practice of intentionally taking in the natural environment with all our senses to boost wellBeing. Join us along the Minute Man National Historical Park […]
Visit the Concord Cheese Shop today! Whether you're looking to create a charcuterie or cheese platter, craving an amazing sandwich or quiche, need a caterer or looking for a wonderful selection of beer, wine... Concord Cheese Shop is the place to go. Read more about what makes this shop unique... We love food. We love […]
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 […]
SUMMER ARTS UNDER THE UMBRELLA Summer camps at The Umbrella start next week! There is still time to register for the last few weeks of summer camp, though. Registrations close at 11:59pm EST on the Sunday 4 weeks prior to the start of the Summer Program week you are interested in.
Concord Middle School Building Committee Dawn Guarriello, Co-Chairperson Pat Nelson, Co-Chairperson Thursday, July 15, 2021 7:30 am Zoom Conference Callhttps://concordps.zoom.us/j/93460056448?pwd=aHBFWnM2b2xxdTFINjcwTG1vRGZ1dz09 Meeting ID: 934 6005 6448 Passcode: 132392 Find your local number: https://concordps.zoom.us/u/ajGN08M3D AGENDA Call to Order Approval of Minutes: Approve CMSBC Minutes June 24, 2021 Correspondence Schematic Design Floor Plan Updates Massing […]
Transform a plastic bottles into a lantern! Illuminate your room or patio! Meet at the picnic tables behind Nashoba Bakery in West Concord. Suggested donation to ART for ALL of $15 per person (or $25 per family), includes instruction and all materials.
Synopsis: A Chorus Line– High School Edition: A Chorus Line – High School Edition is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Exploring the inner lives and poignant ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another. Memorable musical numbers include “What I Did […]
Visit the Concord Cheese Shop today! Whether you're looking to create a charcuterie or cheese platter, craving an amazing sandwich or quiche, need a caterer or looking for a wonderful selection of beer, wine... Concord Cheese Shop is the place to go. Read more about what makes this shop unique... We love food. We love […]
Outdoor Weekend Workshop Narrative Mending with Karen Stevens All Levels Medium: Fiber/Cloth Friday + Saturday July 16 + 17, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Using our most loved and worn garments as a canvas, we will explore new ways to continue the story of cloth through mending. Over time our clothing takes on its own […]
A Chorus Line – High School Edition is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. Every aspect of the show has been developed specifically for high school performers: dialogue and content are age-appropriate, dance sequences are of a length befitting high school dancers, and […]
SUMMER ARTS UNDER THE UMBRELLA Summer camps at The Umbrella start next week! There is still time to register for the last few weeks of summer camp, though. Registrations close at 11:59pm EST on the Sunday 4 weeks prior to the start of the Summer Program week you are interested in.
Visit the Concord Cheese Shop today! Whether you're looking to create a charcuterie or cheese platter, craving an amazing sandwich or quiche, need a caterer or looking for a wonderful selection of beer, wine... Concord Cheese Shop is the place to go. Read more about what makes this shop unique... We love food. We love […]
Join us on the farm for our annual blueberry pancake breakfast featuring local, MA grown blueberries. $9 per adult, $5 per child. Reservations will be required. This event will be dependent on the Covid-19 situation.
Rhapsody in Rainbow - Crystal Bowl Concert with master mindful musicians Brian Russo & Caileigh Feldman What even is a rhapsody? To the ancient Greeks, it was an epic poem. In modern parlance, it is an ecstatic expression of feeling. Musically, a rhapsody is a one-movement work that is episodic yet integrated, free-flowing in structure […]
A Chorus Line – High School Edition is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. Every aspect of the show has been developed specifically for high school performers: dialogue and content are age-appropriate, dance sequences are of a length befitting high school dancers, and […]
Our popular Monday Night Meditation continues! Join us for soothing practice that quiets the mind, relaxes the body and calms the nervous system. Regular evidence-based guided meditation helps boost our immune system and encourages a good night’s sleep. These simple, integrative 30-minute sessions are available for every age. Share the moment with friends and family! […]
Join us for three action-packed days of ninja skills, awareness training, games, and fun. Our theme will be wild edibles. We will learn and gather plants from the landscape, make fire by friction, cook over fires, carve wood and wildcraft from natural resources. We will go on adventure hikes each day to nearby Newbury Field […]
Plein Air Painting at River Road Farm with Maris Platais Medium: Painting All Levels Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday July 20-22, 10:00AM - 4:00PM Come enjoy the summer breezes under old shade trees on an 18th century New England farm. The scenery ranges from pastures and stone walls to horses, woodlands, and even a small pond. This […]
Read all about Fiorellas... In the Fall of 2017, we opened our second full-service restaurant in Concord Center, and expanded our name to Fiorella’s Cucina – Italian for “kitchen,” as in our open kitchen, where our chef turns out creative twists on classic dishes. In both locations, the warmth of our wood-burning brick oven adds […]
A common question for artists over the past year has been, “How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your work?” and the answers haven’t always been easy to articulate. Beyond the impact on his or other artists’ individual work, however, painter and curator Michael MacMahon wants to embrace the unknown, and celebrate how the art community […]
SUMMER ARTS UNDER THE UMBRELLA Summer camps at The Umbrella start next week! There is still time to register for the last few weeks of summer camp, though. Registrations close at 11:59pm EST on the Sunday 4 weeks prior to the start of the Summer Program week you are interested in.
Age Range: 1st Grade - 6th Grade When: Session 1: 7/27, 7/28, 2/29 10AM - 1PM Session 2: 8/9, 8/10, 8/11 10AM - 1PM Where: TBD (Somewhere in Concord/Carlisle) Cost: $175 Description This clinic will be a general skills clinic catered to some of our younger athletes! This will be a 3 day clinic, and […]
Meet at the picnic tables behind Nashoba Bakery in West Concord. Suggested donation to ART for ALL of $15 per person (or $25 per family), includes instruction and all materials.
Free performance this Thursday, 7:15pm at Hastings Park Gazebo in Lexington. Several Concord Band small ensemble groups will be playing - plenty of entertainment to appeal to all musical tastes. These concerts are free and open to the public. NO reservations are required. Pack your picnic and grab some friends!
Read all about Fiorellas... In the Fall of 2017, we opened our second full-service restaurant in Concord Center, and expanded our name to Fiorella’s Cucina – Italian for “kitchen,” as in our open kitchen, where our chef turns out creative twists on classic dishes. In both locations, the warmth of our wood-burning brick oven adds […]
This summer marks the 7th year that Concord’s Community Services will be running a Back-to-School Backpack Drive to distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to children from lower-income families in town. Donations of backpacks and school supplies would be greatly appreciated! ! Backpacks for students of any age and donations of pencils, glue sticks, rulers, […]
Join us on the library’s front lawn as we celebrate our furry friends with instructor Mandy Roberge. We’ll make a batch of homemade dog treats (no nuts or eggs) and while they bake in the oven, we’ll sew an easy catnip mouse toy for your favorite feline. If you don't have pets, make treats for your neighbor or […]
The Children’s Department at the Concord Free Public Library will offer a free workshop for children to make their own pet treats. The workshop will take place outdoors on the library’s front lawn on Friday, July 23 at 3pm and will be led by instructor Mandy Roberge. The workshop is recommended for children between 8 […]
Online Workshop Embrace the Practice: Daily Painting with Lisa Daria Kennedy MEDIUM: Painting All Levels Saturday, July 24 and Sunday July 25, 2021 10:00am - 12:00pm (BREAK) 2:00pm - 4:00pm The workshop embraces the importance of a regular painting practice. Lean a quick, decisive painting process and a path to improving creativity and image-making skills. […]
The World’s a Stage Players return to in-person theater with their free outdoor summer abridged production of William Shakespeare's “As You Like It,” on July 24, 25, 30, 31 and August 1st, on the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library. Performances will begin at 5 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and on July 30 […]
Learn about historic Concord while the weather is cooler and the Mill Dam less busy! 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 […]
Read all about Fiorellas... In the Fall of 2017, we opened our second full-service restaurant in Concord Center, and expanded our name to Fiorella’s Cucina – Italian for “kitchen,” as in our open kitchen, where our chef turns out creative twists on classic dishes. In both locations, the warmth of our wood-burning brick oven adds […]
The World’s a Stage Players return to in-person theater with their free outdoor abridged production of William Shakespeare's “As You Like It,” on July 24, 25, 30, 31 and August 1st, on the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library. Performances will begin at 5 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and on July 30 the […]
In-Person, In-Classroom Workshop! Watercolor Intensive: Creating a Sense of Place with Marjorie Glick IN PERSON at 37 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742 MEDIUM: Watercolor LEVEL: Intermediate (Basic knowledge of Watercolor required) Monday, July 26 – Friday, July 30, 2021 10:00am–3:30pm Color, as it is used in watercolor and as a tool for expression, will be […]
Meet an elephant from the Buttonwood Park Zoo! Join us on Zoom as we chat with the Zookeeper and learn more about the elephants. All ages are welcome! Register in advance to receive the Zoom link.
The Children’s Department at the Concord Free Public Library is excited to host a virtual visit with an elephant from the Buttonwood Park Zoo on July 27 at 10:30 am. Join us on Zoom as we chat with the Zookeeper and learn more about the elephants. All ages are welcome! This event is generously sponsored […]
COMINA is a proud retailer of an Architectural Digest featured Los Angeles furniture maker: CISCO Featured in the photo: CISCO JUG LIGHTS CISCO YVONNE SOFA CISCO POUF OTTOMAN CISCO EMILY CHAIR 9 WALDEN STREET CONCORD, MA 01742 see map (978) 341-0091 MON-SAT 10 - 5 closed Sunday SUN Closed
The past year has brought many challenges for police departments across the nation. Join Chief Joseph O’Connor for a frank conversation about how the Concord Police have served the Concord community during this challenging time. There will be ample time for questions. There is no charge for this presentation. Please call the COA to sign […]
Do you love Antiques Roadshow and Flea Market Flip? Do you wish you knew more about the antiques and collectibles you encounter in museums, shops, and your own home? The Concord Museum is here to help! The Concord Museum is offering an introductory, five-week decorative arts study centering on the Museum’s vast collection of treasured […]
The Concord Free Public Library invites teens to join us on Wednesdays July 14, July 21 and July 28 at 4 pm for a free series hosted by AAA to learn about driving safety. Come to one, two or all three workshops. On July 14 teens will learn about the risks of driving while impaired […]
Join Joy Marzolf with her continuing nature series on Thursday, July 29th at 1:00 PM at the COA to learn about New England butterflies. From the large Eastern tiger swallowtail and colorful monarch to the tiny spring azure, there is a huge range of size, color and patterns in local butterfly species. Find out more […]
COMINA is a proud retailer of an Architectural Digest featured Los Angeles furniture maker: CISCO Featured in the photo: CISCO JUG LIGHTS CISCO YVONNE SOFA CISCO POUF OTTOMAN CISCO EMILY CHAIR 9 WALDEN STREET CONCORD, MA 01742 see map (978) 341-0091 MON-SAT 10 - 5 closed Sunday SUN Closed
We will meet in the Art Room (looks like rain) and we will continue with the Fantastic Faces that will be going into an exhibit at Fowler Library in August, and we will add making Fabulous Fish, also in multi-media.
A common question for artists over the past year has been, “How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your work?” and the answers haven’t always been easy to articulate. Beyond the impact on his or other artists’ individual work, however, painter and curator Michael MacMahon wants to embrace the unknown, and celebrate how the art community […]
The World’s a Stage Players return to in-person theater with their free outdoor abridged production of William Shakespeare's “As You Like It,” on July 24, 25, 30, 31 and August 1st, on the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library. Performance on July 30 will begin at 7 PM and be located indoors at 51 […]
Enjoy 15 different varieties and over 250,000 sunflower blooms! Wander through the paths cut between the flowers while enjoying nature, the sunflowers and some great photo spots.
Rhapsody in Rainbow - Crystal Bowl Concert with master mindful musicians Brian Russo & Caileigh Feldman What even is a rhapsody? To the ancient Greeks, it was an epic poem. In modern parlance, it is an ecstatic expression of feeling. Musically, a rhapsody is a one-movement work that is episodic yet integrated, free-flowing in structure […]
The World’s a Stage Players return to in-person theater with their free outdoor abridged production of William Shakespeare's “As You Like It,” on July 24, 25, 30, 31 and August 1st, on the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library. Performances will begin at 5 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and on July 30 the […]
