Next Sunday, June 25th, the Trinitarian Congregational Church will be celebrating Pride Sunday at our worship service, living into our commitment to be an Open and Affirming congregation of faith. Especially this year, when so many laws have been passed targeting the LGBTQIA+ community, it is especially important to bear witness to God’s love for […]
On June 25, The Umbrella Arts Center hosts a final curator-led tour of the expansive “Points of Return” multimedia art exhibition, followed by a free companion screening of the documentary film, “Call of the Orcas”. At 3PM, environmental artists and curators Gonzaga Gómez-Cortázar Romero and David Cass (collectively known as A La Luz) will be […]
The World’s a Stage Players is proud to return to the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library with the first of two summer Shakespeare productions starting with the much beloved “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”. This ecstatic and energetic production will be presented on the front lawn of the library on June 17 & 18 […]
Concord Creative Writers’ Workshop: Intermediate and advanced writers of fiction and creative nonfiction are invited to join together on Monday, June 26 from 5:45 to 7:45 pm in the beautiful Trustees Room of the Concord Library (129 Main Street). Plan on a high-energy meeting radiating enthusiasm and camaraderie. By all means, if available, bring along […]
This workshop is about moving from landscape into abstraction. The idea of landscape to abstraction covers a very broad range. It is very difficult to move one’s thinking towards the abstract, but through using the lines of land, deciphering shapes, and simplifying, we will change our language from the literal to the non- objective using […]
LIVE STORYTELLING at the Concord Free Public Library **POSTPONED to September 12 at 6:45pm** Like listening to in-person live storytelling on platforms like The Moth? Curious about the stories you have not yet heard in our community? Join us in the CFPL Goodwin Forum on Tuesday, April 25 for THE STORIES OF US, a collaborative […]
Join us for the first event in our new series, Steve’s Stories: A Century on the Farm. After nearly a century living and farming in Concord, Steve Verrill will share history, answer questions and bring together community members of all ages to learn about life on the farm, Concord Then and Now, changes in farming and more. […]
The MBTA Communities info session is TOMORROW June 28th at 6:30PM! Join this event to learn more about the new law and what it means for Concord, ask questions, and more! The kick-off community meeting for the MBTA Communities Zoning here in Concord will be on Wednesday June 28th at 6:30-8:30PM, hosted at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center. It […]
The Concord Band is back for another summer season on the Fruitlands Museum outdoor stage! The Concord Band will treat concert-goers to a fun program of music comprising timeless classic songs, motion picture scores, Broadway musicals, and popular favorites. Each week presents a new program with different themes. This week's theme: Disney at the Movies […]
Join us Thursday, June 29th at 11:30am for a Ribbon Cutting in Concord Center! Raising Moxie @ 45 Walden St. Please come support a new locally owned woman business in Concord. 🎀🎊✂🎉 #EnjoyConcordMaLocal
Opening Reception: Thursday, June 29, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Open to all! Light refreshments will be served. "The Chi of Everything " June 21 – July 26, 2023 Our chi, or life force energy, runs through all things; the earth, the natural world, ourselves, and our dreams. Through time eternal artists have made art that […]
Fitz is a singer, songwriter, published poet & essayist and a seasoned veteran for many decades on the New England pub scene. Fitz will be here every Thursday night performing at Nosh with his folksy charm, amazing repertoire of songs, stunning vocals and whatever cast of friends is around joining in. “A Master of Folk” ~The […]
Stop by Friday 3-6 or All Day Saturday 10-5 To try some of our exciting new arrivals, as well as cool summer favorites!
Join the Beede Center for FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays in July at 10A to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Participants will meet at the corner of Everett Street and Stow Street and enjoy a peaceful, outdoor class. Rain location Hunt Gym. Each weekend is sponsored by a local Concord business. July […]
Learn about Concord’s African-American residents on this 90-minute walking tour. The tour will visit sites highlighting Concord’s history around enslavement, the first generation of self-emancipated African-Americans, and the growth of Abolitionism. We see how these families strived to support themselves on the land and in the town and worked to shape their own destinies as […]
Naturalist Peter Alden, author of the Audubon Guide to New England, will lead a 2.5-hour walk focusing on birds and plants on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail from West Concord toward White Pond. Meet at the beginning of the Rail Trail in West Concord (Rt. 62). Pre-registration appreciated. For more Riverfest events, visit https://www.sudbury-assabet-concord.org/riverfest-2023.
The Concord Band is back for another summer season on the Fruitlands Museum outdoor stage! The Concord Band will treat concert-goers to a fun program of music comprising timeless classic songs, motion picture scores, Broadway musicals, and popular favorites. Each week presents a new program with different themes. This week's theme: True to be Red, […]
Every Thursday in July and August 4 to 7 PM Self-guided creative free time in the art room! An art-making facilitator will be available to orient and assist every Thursday in July and August from 4-7 pm. For ages 12 and up, Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Use studio supplies or bring […]
Fitz is a singer, songwriter, published poet & essayist and a seasoned veteran for many decades on the New England pub scene. Fitz will be here every Thursday night performing at Nosh with his folksy charm, amazing repertoire of songs, stunning vocals and whatever cast of friends is around joining in. “A Master of Folk” ~The […]
On view now at the Concord Museum! In honor of the Concord Free Public Library’s 150th Anniversary, the Concord Museum, the Concord Free Public Library, and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation’s William Munroe Special Collections have collaborated on a special exhibition featuring the Library’s art collection. Featured objects include paintings by Washington Allston, N.C. […]
Dedicated to indigenous Portuguese varietals, namely the red Baga and the whites Bical, Arinto, Cercial and Maria Gomes, Filipa Pato practices strict biodynamic farming and minimal intervention viticulture that shows their commitment to letting these indigenous grapes shine. Low extraction, long macerations, use of amphora over oak in homage to the Roman winemaking that took […]
All Levels of Experience Meditation and drawing practices can be profoundly grounding. Weaving these practices together creates tactile, immediate ways to arrive in the present. In this weekend workshop, basic meditation techniques and expressive drawing prompts will deepen connection to the creative process and the ability to be present in our everyday experiences. Collectively we […]
We appreciate the silent stones, memorials, and buildings of the village. The tour will also trek up to the Hill Burying Ground home of both Puritan and Revolutionary dead, and then amble its way through scenic, wooded Sleepy Hollow, a classic example of the Garden Cemetary Movement of the 19th century which romanticized death. There […]
Come help us celebrate the release of our single "Better Off Less" from our upcoming album "The Hunt"
Join the Beede Center for FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays in July at 10A to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Participants will meet at the corner of Everett Street and Stow Street and enjoy a peaceful, outdoor class. Rain location Hunt Gym. Each weekend is sponsored by a local Concord business. July […]
After nearly a century living and farming in Concord, Steve Verrill will share history, answer questions and bring together community members of all ages to learn about life on the farm, Concord Then and Now, changes in farming and more. This series is FREE for the public and will take place the following dates under […]
A group of friends go for a hike in the woods, explore the natural world around them and record their findings in a journal. After the storytime, make a nature journal of your own. Event begins at 10:30 am. For more Riverfest events, visit https://www.sudbury-assabet-concord.org/riverfest-2023.
Join us in welcoming jeweler Sam Woehrmann to Loveday in West Concord for a two day trunk show. Shop Sam's extended collection of fabulous one-of-a-kind creations while enjoying light refreshments and learning about the incredible stones that Sam uses. Tuesday July 11th 2-6pm Wednesday July 12th 2-7pm
You want to paint representationally, but with a sketch-like freshness … Set up an easel or drawing-board on your lap on the beautiful patio at Concord Art in Concord Center. The steep hill behind the patio offers a canvas of lush flora, a waterfall, and sculptures. There are also buildings; a shed, the neighboring homes, […]
Join us on July 11th from 4:30-6pm for a Chamber Business After Hours at Verrill Farms under the tent! Come have fun, mingle, network, and develop in-person relationships with your fellow Concord Business Owners. Support your local small business owner!
Join us for a conversation with Anders and Beverly Gyllenhaal on their new book, "A Wing and a Prayer: The Race to Save Our Vanishing Birds." The book is the result of a 25,000-mile journey across the Americas in 2021, which they spent documenting the efforts of ornithologists and conservationists to save the world’s birds, […]
The Concord Band is back for another summer season on the Fruitlands Museum outdoor stage! The Concord Band will treat concert-goers to a fun program of music comprising timeless classic songs, motion picture scores, Broadway musicals, and popular favorites. Each week presents a new program with different themes. This week's theme: Outstanding Overtures and Magnificent […]
Playful Engineers Teaching Artist Jay Mankita presents an in-person, hands-on event in which participants design, build, test, and play with Rube Goldberg "Machines" - complicated chain reactions accomplishing simple tasks. Participants learn through demonstration, and then through self-directed play, to make kinetic 'machine' parts, exploring force and motion, scale, and cause and effect, including catapults, […]
🎨 Join us for light refreshments, beautiful artwork, and a chance to meet the talented artists and photographers behind the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Exhibit and Mural! 📸 📍 Location: Factory 152, next to the Art for All studio, 152 Commonwealth Ave. West Concord. ⏰ Date: Thursday, July 13th, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. […]
Goodwin Forum GLORY for George! Understanding the Massachusetts 54th, and The Connection Between the American Revolution and War of the Rebellion This event kicks off the weekend of honoring Concord's native son George Washington Dugan on the 160th anniversary of his heroic sacrifice with the Massachusetts 54th during the assault of Fort Wagner. Marvin […]
This weekend we'll be enjoying some great wines from all over the Meditteranean world - idyllic regions throughout Southern Europe. From sunny Provence, to the shores of Lake Garda, to the sparkling Amalfi Coast, we're checking all the boxes. Friday 3-6 Saturday 10-5 10% OFF In-Person Tasting Discount CONTERNO NERVI Rosato 2022 $30 MARISA CUOMO […]
Curators from the Concord Museum and the Concord Free Public Library lead guided tours of the Museum's special exhibition "A Perpetual Invitation: 150 Years of Art at the Concord Free Public Library." No advanced registration necessary. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
In this tour, we appreciate the silent stones, memorials, and buildings of the village. The tour will also trek up to the Hill Burying Ground home of both Puritan and Revolutionary dead, and then amble its way through scenic, wooded Sleepy Hollow, a classic example of the Garden Cemetary Movement of the 19th century which […]
The Umbrella Arts Center is proud to partner with the Town of Concord Visitor Center and DEI Commission to celebrate the sacrifice of Concord's native son, George Washington Dugan, who served in the Massachusetts 54th during the Civil War. On FRIDAY JULY 14, 7PM, join us for a free public screening of the Oscar-nominated film […]
Henry David Thoreau is known for the two years he spent living at Walden Pond. Did you know that he lived in other homes in Concord throughout his life? Take a tour of the domestic side of Thoreau’s wholly human life visiting the homes where he lived and hearing the stories told of him by […]
Join us on the farm for our annual blueberry pancake breakfast featuring local, MA grown blueberries, bacon, sausage and REAL maple syrup! Reservations will be required and there will be timed seatings for this event. Hayrides will be taking place all morning! Adult- $15 Children (Ages 4-8)- $10 Children 3 & Under- Free
Join the Beede Center for FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays in July at 10A to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Participants will meet at the corner of Everett Street and Stow Street and enjoy a peaceful, outdoor class. Rain location Hunt Gym. Each weekend is sponsored by a local Concord business. July […]
clt As part of Riverfest 2023, the Concord Land Conservation Trust presents A Walk in Wright Woods with Rachel Wheeler and John Myers Sunday, July 16, 2023 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Wright Woods, Concord Event registration is forthcoming.
Exploring on and along our rivers is the most fun way to learn about them. Learn how to do so safely and with respect! Participants will have the opportunity to paddle in a boat on a Wild & Scenic River! Designed for children 6-12. Pre-registration required. A parent must be present. Event begins at 12:30 […]
On view now at the Concord Museum! In honor of the Concord Free Public Library’s 150th Anniversary, the Concord Museum, the Concord Free Public Library, and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation’s William Munroe Special Collections have collaborated on a special exhibition featuring the Library’s art collection. Featured objects include paintings by Washington Allston, N.C. […]
Join us for a Storytime Takeover—a free Family Notes music class led by CCM faculty member Holly Jennings. We’re taking over West Concord Fowler Library Storytime to introduce music to your kids on July 18th with starting times at 10:00 & 11:00 am. Meet us at the Labyrinth Garden at CCM (1317 Main Street, West […]
In this 4-day intensive workshop, Kathy will assist you to thoughtfully explore your unique imagery and tap into your intuition. Through a series of exercises, demonstrations and critique, you will be encouraged to explore your imagination and strengthen your mark making to push beyond what you know and tap into your intuitive nature. Whether your […]
The aim of this fun workshop is to introduce students to a variety of printmaking methods that can be used as a vehicle to express and communicate ideas in different ways. Each day we will introduce a different technique: drypoint, collagraph, linocut, woodcut, and monotype, and students will have an opportunity to combine methods and […]
Please join us on Wednesdays at Nashoba Brooks School (July 19 and 26 and August 2 and 9) for either/or/or both: - Summer Wonders Activities - Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Please come to Nashoba Brooks School for our free summer fun activities aimed at ages 3-5 but all are welcome. Come spend time in our backyard, […]
The Concord Band is back for another summer season on the Fruitlands Museum outdoor stage! The Concord Band will treat concert-goers to a fun program of music comprising timeless classic songs, motion picture scores, Broadway musicals, and popular favorites. Each week presents a new program with different themes. This week's theme: Summer Retrospective Gather on […]
Join us for Big Kid Creative Drama! It’s a high-energy, imaginative, zany, silly, and super-fun theater experience! This is social and emotional learning at its best! Children build confidence, social awareness, empathy, and problem-solving skills through imaginative dramatic play. Registration beginning July 1 for kids ages 6-8.
Open Studios every Thursday in July & August! 4-7pm Art for All Studio 152 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 16 Pay what you can, starting at $10
Join Concord Recreation for our annual summer concert series on Thursday nights this summer! All concert starts at 6 PM at Rideout Park. Bring your own chair and come and enjoy some great music! 7/20- Beantown Swing 7/27-The Reminisants 8/3- Ben Rudnick and Friends Kids Show 8/10- The Band Brandy
In this tour, we appreciate the silent stones, memorials, and buildings of the village. The tour will also trek up to the Hill Burying Ground home of both Puritan and Revolutionary dead, and then amble its way through scenic, wooded Sleepy Hollow, a classic example of the Garden Cemetary Movement of the 19th century which […]
Enjoy our own recipes of summer staples every Friday! Choice of Protein: Pulled Pork | $12/pint | $24/quart St. Louis Ribs | $14/half rack Nashville-Hot Fried Chicken Thighs (Boneless) | $12/two pieces Choice of Sides: Mac and Cheese | $3/half pint | $6/pint BBQ Baked Beans | $3/half pint | $6/pint Coleslaw | $3/half pint […]
All weekend long, we will have activities, tastings & PYO to celebrate the blueberry harvest. Stay-tuned for details!
Don't toss your old electronics! Bring them to our Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, July 22nd. Help reduce e-waste and learn about sustainable practices. Spread the word and invite your friends! We are accepting ALL electronics, items with batteries or plugs, appliances and bikes! Trinitarian Congregational Church Parking Lot 54 Walden Street Concord, MA Cost to […]
Join the Beede Center for FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays in July at 10A to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Participants will meet at the corner of Everett Street and Stow Street and enjoy a peaceful, outdoor class. Rain location Hunt Gym. Each weekend is sponsored by a local Concord business. July […]
Join artist printmaker, Coco Berkman, in a 2-day intensive workshop exploring the magic of relief printmaking! We will be transferring a drawing onto a 10” X 10” linoleum plate, carving it with Japanese carving tools and printing our plates on the final day. No experience is necessary! Simply the desire and willingness to explore a […]
For over 10,000 years the indigenous people of the land knew this area as Musketaquid. The land between the grassy rivers. This tour explores the history of the first people and how they lived in a land of abundance seeking to keep and foster balance with the natural world, their mother, who sustained them always. […]
After nearly a century living and farming in Concord, Steve Verrill will share history, answer questions and bring together community members of all ages to learn about life on the farm, Concord Then and Now, changes in farming and more. This series is FREE for the public and will take place the following dates under […]
Hot, Fresh Donuts Every Sunday at the Market, Starting at 10am!
Color, as it is used in watercolor and as a tool for expression, will be the focus of this workshop. Through individual mentoring, you will clarify your vision and intent by exploring how you see, interpret, think about, and layer color. Re-imagine your chosen subject in fresh new ways and/or hone your skillset as it […]
Calling all photographers! Gaining Ground, a nonprofit farm in Concord that grows food exclusively for hunger relief, is accepting submissions for its Photography on the Farm event! The exhibit will run from Sept. 9 to Oct. 20, with photographs printed and displayed along a self-guided path on the farm (341 Virginia Rd). The installation will […]
Join us as authors Jean Duffy and Bev Boisseau Stohl discuss their books Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World and Chomsky and Me: A Memoir. Jean and Bev, debut authors aged over 60, will share insights into being writing workshop pals and what it's like to have a first book out […]
Please join us on Wednesdays at Nashoba Brooks School (July 19 and 26 and August 2 and 9) for either/or/or both: - Summer Wonders Activities - Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Please come to Nashoba Brooks School for our free summer fun activities aimed at ages 3-5 but all are welcome. Come spend time in our backyard, […]
In partnership with Be Well Be Here, join us for a mindfulness program in the special exhibition A Perpetual Invitation: 150 Years of Art at the Concord Free Public Library. Be Well Be Here Founder and Executive Director Lara Wilson will lead a guided conversation and casual journaling activity in the special exhibit. Participants will […]
Be part of the love for West Concord this summer! The public way of Commonwealth Avenue is getting a refresh with new roadway surfacing and sidewalks. Despite the disruption, businesses remain open and are eager to welcome you. Show them some love and they’ll love you back! Download the Local Love Passport here. When […]
Some animals like sharks, snakes, and spiders we think of as scary, but are they really when we learn more about them? Many seemingly “scary animals” have really important jobs in nature, even helping people! See giant megalodon shark teeth and don’t miss meeting some not really so scary animals too! Recommended for ages 6+.
Open Studios every Thursday in July & August! 4-7pm Art for All Studio 152 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 16 Pay what you can, starting at $10
Join Concord Recreation for our annual summer concert series on Thursday nights this summer! All concert starts at 6 PM at Rideout Park. Bring your own chair and come and enjoy some great music! 7/20- Beantown Swing 7/27-The Reminisants 8/3- Ben Rudnick and Friends Kids Show 8/10- The Band Brandy
Join the Beede Center for FREE Yoga in the Park on Saturdays in July at 10A to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month. Participants will meet at the corner of Everett Street and Stow Street and enjoy a peaceful, outdoor class. Rain location Hunt Gym. Each weekend is sponsored by a local Concord business. July […]
Join fellow creatives and embrace the joy of outdoor art-making this summer! Whether you're starting a new project or crafting something for the upcoming Summer Works exhibit in September, these 3-hour sessions are the perfect opportunity to unleash your creativity. Date: Saturday, July 29th Time: 10:00 am Location: Overlook at Buttrick House While these events […]
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 early 1900s. In this method, beautiful multicolor prints are printed by hand using a single block, eliminating the need for a press or complicated registration methods. This fun workshop offers […]
Calling all photographers! Gaining Ground, a nonprofit farm in Concord that grows food exclusively for hunger relief, is accepting submissions for its Photography on the Farm event! The exhibit will run from Sept. 9 to Oct. 20, with photographs printed and displayed along a self-guided path on the farm (341 Virginia Rd). The installation will […]
Concord’s women have always been leaders, fighting for justice and creating a uniquely American vision in literature and art. This tour discusses the stories of these remarkable women, and see the places where they made their mark.
Calling all photographers! Gaining Ground, a nonprofit farm in Concord that grows food exclusively for hunger relief, is accepting submissions for its Photography on the Farm event! The exhibit will run from Sept. 9 to Oct. 20, with photographs printed and displayed along a self-guided path on the farm (341 Virginia Rd). The installation will […]
Want to take your painting to the next level? Try painting with the palette knife instead of a brush. You will get clean color, beautiful texture, deeper space with very little blending, if any. Through a series of fun exercises, students not only learn how to paint with the palette knife, but also acquire the […]
Please join us on Wednesdays at Nashoba Brooks School (July 19 and 26 and August 2 and 9) for either/or/or both: - Summer Wonders Activities - Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Please come to Nashoba Brooks School for our free summer fun activities aimed at ages 3-5 but all are welcome. Come spend time in our backyard, […]
This summer marks the 9th year that Concord’s Community Services will be running a Back-to-School Backpack Drive to distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to Concord families in need. Donations of NEW backpacks and school supplies for students of any age would be greatly appreciated! You may drop off a donation at one of the […]
Stop by for a summery open house on Sunday July 30th! Sample zesty treats, tour our beautiful continuing care community, and meet our residents. Drop in anytime between 11AM and 2PM. Questions? Call 978-402-8214 Visit us at 100 Newbury Court, Concord, MA 01742
Open Studios every Thursday in July & August! 4-7pm Art for All Studio 152 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 16 Pay what you can, starting at $10
Live music by Francesco Zenati at Reflections from 5 - 7pm Enjoy Acoustic Guitar, Original songs & Blues Harmonica Avoid the paving hassles by shopping late, or just relax and enjoy - Many shops are open late! Reflections, A New Leaf, Concord Firefly, Reasons to be Cheerful, Concord Art & Antiques, Art for All, Debra's Natural Gourmet […]
Calling all photographers! Gaining Ground, a nonprofit farm in Concord that grows food exclusively for hunger relief, is accepting submissions for its Photography on the Farm event! The exhibit will run from Sept. 9 to Oct. 20, with photographs printed and displayed along a self-guided path on the farm (341 Virginia Rd). The installation will […]
We appreciate the silent stones, memorials, and buildings of the village. The tour will also trek up to the Hill Burying Ground home of both Puritan and Revolutionary dead, and then amble its way through scenic, wooded Sleepy Hollow, a classic example of the Garden Cemetary Movement of the 19th century which romanticized death. There […]
Join us Saturday 8/5 for a HUGE Summer Sidewalk Sale. (Rain Date - Sat 8/12) 8am - 2pm (likely 'til 4pm) Save 10% - 90% on oodles of goodies (Pay cash for add'l 5% off) * Favorite $1, $2, $3, $5, $10 bins! * Jewelry * Summer * Holiday * Candles * Party * Puzzles […]
Join Nashoba Valley Pedaler leaders, Mike and Allan, for a ~30-mile ride, (expect ~3+ hours, including a stop for ice cream at Erickson’s in Maynard!) on roads crisscrossing the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers. Email mduclos1@icloud.com or call 978-793-3189 for more information, or in the event of questions. Pre-registration via email is appreciated. A forecast […]
Come to the riverbank by foot, or paddle, bring a picnic, and enjoy a day of entertainment at the historic Old Manse at 269 Monument Street. Rain or shine. Plein Air Painting: Join or watch talented artists as they paint “En Plein Air” (French for painting outdoors) on the grounds of the Old Manse. Learn […]
Come to Concord Center on Saturday, August 5th 2023 from 10-3pm. Live music on Walden St, Sales, dining, shopping, and More! Parking lot accessible off Walden St. Sponsored by the Concord Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Concord.
