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SUMMARY:“America’s Founding Myths…And What REALLY Happened” Book Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to the official launch party for our biggest book of the year!\n\n\nHave you ever wondered… Did Christopher Columbus REALLY discover America? What REALLY happened at the first Thanksgiving? Did Paul Revere REALLY shout “The British are coming!”? It’s time to pull the curtain back on these well-known myths to find out what REALLY happened and where these stories we’ve heard over and over again came from. \nJoin us along with other movers and shakers in the publishing community to celebrate information literacy and America’s 250th anniversary with this exploration of the best-known stories about the founding of the United States. \nBarefoot Books is an award-winning\, independent children’s publisher based in West Concord\, MA with a mission to open hearts\, minds\, and worlds through the power of story. For over 30 years\, Barefoot has created acclaimed picture books\, board books\, activity decks\, singalongs\, and educational resources for children ages 0–12. \nDATE: Thursday\, May 14 \nTIME: 6 – 8 PM \nLOCATION: Barefoot Books Home Office\, 23 Bradford Street\, Floor 2\, Concord\, MA 01742 \nACCESS: For elevator access\, use the main entrance at building 23. \n  \nThis program is offered by Barefoot Books as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
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LOCATION:Barefoot Books
CATEGORIES:Author Visit,celebration,Community,Family,Freedom's Way National Heritage Area,Hidden Treasures
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SUMMARY:Barefoot Books Family-Friendly Spring Open House
DESCRIPTION:breStop by our free\, family-friendly event in partnership with Discover West Concord Day. Enjoy kid-friendly crafts & activities\, shop from our collection of award-winning books for ages 0-12\, and enjoy story times throughout the day. PLUS! Don’t miss GRAMMY® award-winning and 3x EMMY® award-nominated singer-songwriter and author of Barefoot book “Breathe Deep” Joanie Leeds performing at the Guitar Museum of New England. Exact timing of concert to come!\n\n\nBarefoot Books is an award-winning\, independent children’s publisher based in West Concord\, MA with a mission to open hearts\, minds\, and worlds through the power of story. For over 30 years\, Barefoot has created acclaimed picture books\, board books\, activity decks\, singalongs\, and educational resources for children ages 0–12. \nDATE: ___day\, May ## \nTIME: 10 AM – 3 PM \nLOCATION: Barefoot Books Home Office\, 23 Bradford Street\, Floor 2\, Concord\, MA 01742 \nACCESS: For elevator access\, use the main entrance at building 23. \n  \nThis program is offered by Barefoot Books as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://www.livingconcord.com/event/barefoot-books-family-friendly-spring-open-house/2026-05-16/1/
LOCATION:Barefoot Books
CATEGORIES:Art/Culture,Author Visit,celebration,Community,Family,Freedom's Way National Heritage Area,Hidden Treasures
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SUMMARY:Barefoot Books Family-Friendly Spring Open House
DESCRIPTION:breStop by our free\, family-friendly event in partnership with Discover West Concord Day. Enjoy kid-friendly crafts & activities\, shop from our collection of award-winning books for ages 0-12\, and enjoy story times throughout the day. PLUS! Don’t miss GRAMMY® award-winning and 3x EMMY® award-nominated singer-songwriter and author of Barefoot book “Breathe Deep” Joanie Leeds performing at the Guitar Museum of New England. Exact timing of concert to come!\n\n\nBarefoot Books is an award-winning\, independent children’s publisher based in West Concord\, MA with a mission to open hearts\, minds\, and worlds through the power of story. For over 30 years\, Barefoot has created acclaimed picture books\, board books\, activity decks\, singalongs\, and educational resources for children ages 0–12. \nDATE: ___day\, May ## \nTIME: 10 AM – 3 PM \nLOCATION: Barefoot Books Home Office\, 23 Bradford Street\, Floor 2\, Concord\, MA 01742 \nACCESS: For elevator access\, use the main entrance at building 23. \n  \nThis program is offered by Barefoot Books as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://www.livingconcord.com/event/barefoot-books-family-friendly-spring-open-house/2026-05-16/2/
LOCATION:Barefoot Books
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SUMMARY:Buttrick Garden Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free tour of the Buttrick Gardens at Minute Man National Historical Park. We’ll discuss the history and preservation of these beautiful gardens and find shady spots to view the plantings and historic images.\n\n\nBeginning in 1911\, two generations of the Buttrick family tended and enlarged the formal gardens until 1962\, when the National Park Service purchased the property. Stewards of the land since the colonial period\, the Buttrick family was proud that their gardens stood near the historic muster fields of April 19\, 1775. The eclectic gardens feature viewing terraces\, steps leading down to the Concord River\, elegant wrought ironwork\, and brick\, bluestone\, and cobblestone walkways. Framed by ornamental trees and shrubs\, the garden beds contain the Buttrick family’s award-winning iris and daylilies\, colorful spring bulbs\, and perennials that bloom from spring to fall. \nTours are rain or shine\, so bring an umbrella if needed! In the case of thunderstorms or heavy rain\, we will meet inside the North Bridge Visitor Center. Free parking is available. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\, SPOTS ARE LIMITED: friendsofminuteman.org/events \nDATE: Thursday\, May 28 \nTIME: 10 – 11 AM \nLOCATION: Minute Man National Historical Park\, North Bridge Visitor Center\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA 01742 \nACCESS: Parking is accessible. The garden tour includes uneven surfaces and stairs. \n  \nPhoto courtesy of the Friends of Minute Man National Park \nThis program is offered by the Friends of Minute Man National Park and Minute Man National Historical Park as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
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