April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
This presentation will provide an overview of several disease states involving the vascular system, including carotid artery disease, aneurysms, PAD, knee pain therapy, and vein disease. You will learn about the factors that put you at risk, identify the symptoms to watch for, know when to seek treatment, and discover some of the advanced treatment […]
Dave Barnett recently retired from Mount Auburn Cemetery, where he spent 28 years leading the transition to more ecologically friendly landscape design and maintenance practices. Dave will share examples of how the staff at Mount Auburn converted many areas of labor-intensive and carbon-intensive lawns to various lower-maintenance meadow and groundcover plantings. Most of these changes […]
The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle (LWVCC) will host Warrant Review Sessions throughout April 2026. These sessions offer residents a chance to learn about and ask questions regarding the warrant articles that will be voted on at the 2026 Concord Town Meeting, which begins on Monday, April 27, at 6:30 p.m. This first session […]
It's time to party with a purpose! On Friday, April 10, 2026, the Concord Carlisle Foundation will be taking over the Concord Armory for our annual NIGHT OUT FOR NEIGHBORS! Come celebrate your community with spins and vibes from DJ WALL, light bites, an open bar.
Experience the intoxicating sounds of Biribá Union Borrowing its name from a Brazilian wild sugar-apple, the group came together through Silkroad’s Global Musician Workshop and quickly bonded over their shared love of music from Brazil. Their sound is a thrilling blend of: The freestyle theatrics of Hip-Hop and Go-go music The effortless beauty of Brazilian […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 for Spring Park Day at Minute Man National Historical Park! Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. Minute Man Visitor Center Free, registration required Join us for Park Day and help to preserve Minute Man National Historical Park, one of our […]
Join us for the Quilts 250 Book Launch! Stop by Harvey Wheeler from 11–3 to experience a beautiful celebration of art, history, and community. ✨ View a selection of quilts from the original Concord Academy exhibit ✨ Meet the creators and hear the stories behind their work ✨ Pick up (or purchase!) your copy of […]
Come get your car washed at the Crosby’s parking lot and support our rugby team! Your donation helps fund gear, travel, and equipment. Every contribution makes a difference in growing and sustaining the CCHS rugby program. Thank you for your support!
Come enjoy the colorful floral art, company, and light refreshments in the Munroe Gallery. Show is up April 3-30, see library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken […]
The Friends of the Library Poetry Series presents Julia Thacker and Hannah Larrabee, with Q & A, book-signings, refreshments. Julia Thacker reads from her debut collection, To Wildness (Waywiser Press, 2025) winner of the 19th Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize chosen by the internationally acclaimed poet, Paul Muldoon. The book was also a finalist in the […]
Celebrate Ellen Garrison’s Birthday with The Robbins House! Join us as we honor the 203rd birthday of Concord’s native daughter, Ellen Garrison (April 14, 1823)—an educator, abolitionist, and early civil rights activist whose life’s work advanced education and equality in the 19th century. This special evening program will celebrate her legacy through music, readings from […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ ⚾️ Veteran Boston sportswriter Herb Crehan looks back on one of the most unforgettable seasons in franchise history - the 1986 Boston Red Sox. Crehan revisits the team’s dramatic comeback win over the California Angels in the ALC, followed by the heartbreaking loss in the World Series. All […]
Historian Rick Bell examines the American Revolution as a global turning point in The American Revolution and the Fate of the World. This forum explores how events in North America reshaped international politics, empires, and ideas about liberty, revealing the Revolution’s far-reaching and lasting consequences. Members Free | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Join Bob White for a 2.2-mile comfortable walk at Minute Man National Historical Park. We will walk the Battle Road from the Paul Revere Capture Site to Fiske Hill and return. Parking and meet-up will be at the Revere Capture Site parking lot on Route 2A. Please call the COA office to sign up at […]
Join author Julie Masis for a discussion of her memoir How My Grandfather Stole a Shoe and Survived the Holocaust in Ukraine. During World War II, thousands of Moldovan Jews were imprisoned in the Obodovka ghetto, located in the Romanian-occupied part of Ukraine. Unlike the areas under German control where Jews faced systematic extermination, survival […]
Presidential historian Harold Holzer explores Abraham Lincoln’s views on immigration in Brought Forth on This Continent. Drawing on Lincoln’s words and actions, this forum examines how debates over newcomers, belonging, and national identity shaped the 19th century and continue to resonate in America today. Members Free | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle (LWVCC) Town Government and Observer Committee will host Warrant Review Sessions throughout April 2026. These sessions offer residents a chance to learn about and ask questions regarding the warrant articles that will be voted on at the 2026 Concord Town Meeting, which begins on Monday, April 27, at […]
🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 🌞 Come together in support of the Yellow Tulip Project, an organization dedicated to reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness and fostering a culture of community, compassion, and collaboration to address mental health challenges. Join COA Assistant Director and Social Worker, Nicole Saia, alongside Town of Concord […]
Leading with Dignity WORKSHOP SERIES at Harvey Wheeler Community Center 1276 Main Street, West Concord Free and open to the public Join internationally recognized dignity expert Donna Hicks for a three-session workshop introducing practical tools from the Dignity Model to improve relationships at home, at work and throughout the community. Thursday, April 16 6:30-8:30pm Thursday, […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Friday April 17, 2026 Patriot Vigil Ceremony 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm Luminaria 7:30 pm- 9:00 pm North Bridge, Concord As darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony will feature a lantern-light procession, […]
Celebrate Patriots’ Day at the Concord Museum as we commemorate the anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord! Visitors will: Enjoy free admission to see the original Paul Revere lantern and dozens of objects that witnessed the founding of our nation, Explore the new special exhibition, Revolutionary Legacies. Experience a living history minutemen encampment […]
Concord will celebrate Patriots Day on Monday, April 20th. 2026 Patriots’ Day Parade and Celebration The Concord Patriots’ Day Parade is one of the nation’s oldest celebrations of the first shot of the American Revolution, attracting visitors from around the world. Concord will celebrate Patriots’ Day on Monday, April 20th but events are happening beginning April 17. […]
Bring the family and support the local nine as the CCHS and Lexington HS baseball teams play their annual Patriots Day Battle rivalry game on Monday, April 20. First pitch is at 3:00 on Emerson Field. There will be festive and special touches throughout the game, including a Minuteman salute to start the game and wiffle ball for […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
To celebrate Earth Day and OARS’ 40th anniversary, we are bringing the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to Concord, where 3 remarkable rivers meet and America’s roots run deep. In partnerships with friends and local organizations, we are hosting five days of community-focused events in and around Concord Center, including film screenings, art installations, guest […]
The Concord COA will sponsor an opportunity for the proper disposal of any of your expired or unneeded medications. We will accept prescription and over-the-counter medications in pill or liquid form. Additionally, we will have a small sharps collection box for used needles. Discarding them at the COA will ensure that they will be disposed […]
The Concord Council on Aging invites you to experience the art of belly dancing with Celia! Come for pizza and salad lunch then learn about the history of belly dance, and try some fun beginner moves. This program is funded by a grant from the Concord Cultural Council. Please RSVP to 978-318-3020 to sign up […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
Join the Concord COA for an important presentation and discussion on scam prevention and awareness, designed to help seniors stay informed and protected. Representatives from the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office and the Concord Police Department will lead the session, focusing on common scams affecting individuals and communities across Massachusetts. Featured speakers include Christopher Cerone, Massachusetts Office […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
While hunting in the Scottish Highlands, New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the picturesque village of Brigadoon, which seems like a place out of time. There, Tommy falls in love - not just with a beautiful lass named Fiona, but with the town itself. Only then does he discover Brigadoon's secret: the village appears once […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Get your tickets for April 25, 2026 - a public concert celebrating spring, social action, and a new documentary coming out this summer by Emmy-Winning Acton Documentarian Rob Whittlesey featuring the band "The Anna & Mickey Show." Tickets for this cabaret-style lively, inclusive, Folk-and-Americana concert are on sale now - this show SOLD OUT last […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
While hunting in the Scottish Highlands, New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the picturesque village of Brigadoon, which seems like a place out of time. There, Tommy falls in love - not just with a beautiful lass named Fiona, but with the town itself. Only then does he discover Brigadoon's secret: the village appears once […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
Let's move together! Join Concord Free Public Library staff to start your week with a walk along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. Friends from Concord Recreation will join us to lead light stretching at the start and to walk with us. Wear your sneakers, grab your walking poles, and bring a friend. All walking paces […]
The Concord COA is offering another American Mahjong class for beginners led by Jean Olson. Learn the basics, get comfortable playing the game, and develop your strategy. You’ll have the chance to play the game with other players as you are learning. After you complete the class, you may join the COA Mahjong group that […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
You are cordially invited to the Concord Council on Aging’s Annual Tea Party at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center on Tuesday, April 28th at 2:00 PM. It will be a delightful afternoon filled with classic tea-time charm. Guests will enjoy a selection of assorted teas, delicate finger sandwiches, and freshly baked sweets. As you sip […]
Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso sets the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provides a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels to join the house rhythm section, request […]
The Umbrella Arts Center of Concord, MA presents its second Ceramics Biennial Exhibition, “Earthworks: Evolution”, a regional show celebrating the depth of history, tradition, and cultural expression in contemporary ceramics, and the ways in which artists continue to expand the field through innovation and reinterpretation. Admission is free and the Allie Kussin Gallery is open […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
April 30th Business After Hours Chamber Business After Hours 5:30-7pm. – Free refreshments and networking at the beautifully renovated Umbrella Arts Center Then stay for an evening of arts, dinner and show! Click here to order tickets to the show, Hairspray
The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle invites you to a presentation and discussion with Concord’s Land Use Working Group. Charged by the Select Board, the Land Use Working Group has been examining the Town’s future municipal needs—particularly the challenges facing Public Works and Public Safety facilities, as well as opportunities for administrative consolidation. The […]
Join the student artists featured in the new special exhibition Revolutionary Legacies, along with Curator David Wood and Curator and Director of Exhibitions Christie Jackson, for a gallery talk at 11:30 am on May 1. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
The Umbrella Center for the Arts Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 12:00PM - 5:00PM 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA 01742 The Umbrella Arts Center is home to more than 60 working artists skilled in a variety of fine and applied arts including ceramics, glass, fiber arts, jewelry making, illustration, mixed-media, painting, photography, printmaking, […]
May is National Bike Month! As part of Safe Routes to School, celebrate spring and sustainability during the Concord Family Bike Festival at Bradford Mill (43 Bradford Street, the back parking lot). Grab your helmets and water bottles, and pedal on over! There will be fun for all ages and abilities, whether you are using […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
While hunting in the Scottish Highlands, New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the picturesque village of Brigadoon, which seems like a place out of time. There, Tommy falls in love - not just with a beautiful lass named Fiona, but with the town itself. Only then does he discover Brigadoon's secret: the village appears once […]