• Latvian Wedding Mittens – Exhibit & Presentation

    Harvey Wheeler Community Center 1276 Main St, Concord, MA, United States

    Lizzie Upitis is a master knitter and historian who has published a book of traditional designs and techniques in Latvian Mittens. We are proud to welcome her to the COA for a special exhibit and presentation of her beautiful mittens. Mittens hold deep significance in Latvian culture, particularly in marriage rites, and Lizzie will share […]

    Free
  • LGBTQ+ Social Group – With Guest Saxophonist Brian Kane

    Harvey Wheeler Community Center 1276 Main St, Concord, MA, United States

    The Concord Council on Aging offers a LGBTQ+ Social Group at the COA on the last Thursday of each month. Join us on Thursday, February 26th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM for our monthly gathering of the LGBTQ+ Social Group. This welcoming space offers food, entertainment, and engaging activities, all made possible through a […]

    Free
  • Celebrating the Lunar New Year and Year of the Horse with lantern-decorating at the Walden Pond Visitor Center

    walden pond state reservation 915 Walden Street, Concord, MA, United States

    Join artist Elena Li for a paper-cutting, lantern-decorating workshop where decorate your own paper lantern to take home. Pre-registration required at walden.programs@mass.gov Walden Pond Visitor Center SATURDAY— February 28 12pm-1:30pm Li’s art is inspired by her deep love of nature, grounded in Taoist philosophy, which emphasizes simplicity and living in harmony with nature. Many consider […]

    This event is free. Parking fees apply.