Have a poem to share? The West Concord Poetry Phone, presented by the West Concord Cultural District Committee, is a community art installation featuring spoken poetry in a solar-powered phone booth. The booth, installed last May, is located off the Bruce Freeman Trail, on Beharrell Street in front of the Brookside Square Apartments. The Poetry […]
Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” Tour includes the lovingly restored second-floor room where Henry David Thoreau was born in 1817. Visits to the house are by guided […]
Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” Tour includes the lovingly restored second-floor room where Henry David Thoreau was born in 1817. Visits to the house are by guided […]
The orchestra, conducted by Music Director Zeke Fetrow, performs a program of Michael Kurth’s Everything Lasts Forever, Arturo Marquez’s Danzon No. 2, and Ottorino Respighi’s Pines of Rome. The winner of the young artist competition, Jihye Yun, joins the orchestra to perform W. A. Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4. The concert title chosen by Zeke […]
Annual Town Meeting Annual Town Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM at the Concord-Carlisle High School. Sessions will continue as needed beginning Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM at Concord-Carlisle High School until complete. The last day for unregistered residents to register to vote at the Annual Town Meeting is Friday, […]
The Can We Talk series stimulates productive and respectful discourse in our community around important issues. Our goal is to come together to listen, learn and strengthen our community connections. Join us to talk about our current civic crisis and discuss possible actions in the spirit of Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, and Emerson. How do […]
Join Thoreauly Antiques as they celebrate 20 years in business! Sweet treats Give aways Win a shopping spree!
The Williams scholarships are awarded every year by the Library Corporation to college-bound Concord students who demonstrate excellence in Visual Arts and Music. The awards are made possible by a special endowed fund named for Library benefactor Charles Williams.
While his mother struggles to earn money in New York City and his father waits alone in Manila for their daily phone calls, six-year-old Eddie learns English from his imaginary friend. Between the War on Drugs in the Philippines and the anti-immigrant movement in the United States threatening their humanity, will this undocumented family be […]
Join local actor Stephen Collins for " A Lovely Light", a lecture/performance about the life and poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay. Born in 1892 in Rockland, Maine, she spent her last years at Steepletop her farm in Austerlitz, N.Y. She was the first woman to win The Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1923 when […]
Join for a fun night of Trivia, from Tom Rutledge Presents! First Thursday each month!
Join us for a day of beauty, nature, and discovery as you visit six stunning gardens throughout Concord. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s vital school programs that serve over 14,000 k-12 students across the Commonwealth each year. Become a member today to receive discounted pricing for Garden Tour tickets. Sign up as a volunteer and get a free […]
🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 🍩 National Donut Day, or National Doughnut Day, is celebrated in the United States on the first Friday of June of each year. It observes the donut event created by The Salvation Army in Chicago in 1938 to honor those of their members who served donuts […]
Join Kerem Shalom as we celebrate Pride month with Rabbi Darby Leigh, Kerem Shalom Cantor Rosalie Gerut, and guest speaker Eli Sobel, Greater Boston Education and Training Manager for Keshet. Keshet envisions a world where all LGBTQ Jews and their families can live with full equality, justice, and dignity. By strengthening Jewish communities and equipping […]
Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” Tour includes the lovingly restored second-floor room where Henry David Thoreau was born in 1817. Visits to the house are by guided […]
ConcordPride was celebrated for the first time in Concord, MA in 2024 with joy and excitement and the intention of lifting up the LGBTQIA community. Concord Pride demonstrates the town’s explicit commitment to affirming the lived experiences and celebrations related to the LGBTQIA+ community that take place annually during the month of June and throughout […]
Saturdays, 1:30pm Tours March 22, 2025 – June 30, 2025 Between twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19, 1775, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms […]
The MUSIC MAKES ME HAPPY Chorus is presenting its Tenth Anniversary Concert: “Celebrating a Decade of Joy and Inspiration” on Sunday afternoon, June 8, 2025 at 3 p.m. in the Main Stage Theatre of the Umbrella Arts Center at 40 Stow Street in Concord, MA 01742. The MUSIC MAKES ME HAPPY Chorus is comprised of a diversity of special needs […]
April 11th - October 31st Location: The Robbins House Visit anytime! Discover a sculpture and StoryWalk™ inspired by the profound influence of the African diaspora on traditions in the U.S. and around the globe, while underscoring the vital role of storytelling in connecting us to our shared heritage. Installation and StoryWalk™ inspired by Ayo’s Adventure […]
🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗 🚗Developed by a retired Ohio state trooper, this presentation is designed for older drivers (and their adult children) who are questioning their driving skills and may be thinking about a retirement from driving. Topics include defining the problem; warning signs of diminished driving skills; what you […]
Realizing that they share common foes in Margaret Thatcher, the police, and the conservative press, London-based gay and lesbian activists lend their support to striking miners in 1984 Wales. Dramedy • 2 hrs 14 mins • Rated R Optional pre-ordered dinner at 6:30; Film tickets and additional concessions available at the door Delicious meal options […]
Please join us for the rescheduled Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 11th at 5:00 PM. Ellen Garrison Building at the Concord Middle School 923 Marlboro Road Concord, MA 01742 Let us know if you can make it! Please RSVP by May 30th. Thank you! Concord Public Schools/Concord-Carlisle Regional School District RSVP...
The Concord Band is back for our 40th summer series on the Fruitlands Outdoor Stage! Wednesdays, June 11–July 9 Concerts begin at 7:15PM, Gates Open 5:00pm Gather on the lawn for a picnic concert with stunning sunset views. The Concord Band will treat concertgoers to a fun roster of timeless music, including pieces memorializing historic […]
Join Concord’s Economic Vitality Manager, Mimi Graney, at the COA on Thursday, June 12th at 11:00 AM for a virtual “walkabout” using Google Maps to explore ways to make West Concord more welcoming, especially for older adults. Comfortable seating encourages walking, supports local businesses, and builds community. With new interest in adding benches, the Select […]
Object Lessons, curated by Nancy Gruskin, will be on view at Concord Art June 12th through August 10th. Join us on Thursday, June 12th at 5:30pm for the Opening Reception! The vases, bowls, pitchers, and other containers that we use everyday have always held significance beyond utility. Artists have been depicting and making vessels since time […]
Cheer on CCHS Girls Lacrosse as they take on Westford Academy in the MIAA Division 1 Championship at Babson College. Get your tickets here
Friends Annual Book Sale Saturday, June 1410:00 AM—3:00 PMLawnMain Library129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742 Join us for the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library's 2025 Annual Book Sale on Saturday, June 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the Main Library front lawn. The proceeds from the Friends book sales fund a […]
Our Annual Strawberry Festival is almost here! Join us at the farm for a fun day including live music by John Fits (Master of Folk), hayrides, photo ops and a la carte food including our famous Strawberry Shortcake (with REAL whipped cream!). We're also excited to bring back the Local Artisan Craft Tent! PLEASE NOTE […]
1322 Main Street, Fowler Library - 1322 Main Street, Concord Swing by Fowler during Porchfest, a free, all-ages grassroots community music festival! Bands will be playing in our parking lot at 1 PM and 3 PM. Find dozens of other live acts on our neighbors' porches and yards, all within walking distance of West Concord […]
Harvard political theorist and leading democracy advocate Danielle Allen will speak on “The Future of Democracy” at the League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle Annual Meeting. Free and open to all. A frequent contributor to major newspapers and a prominent voice in public debate, she brings deep insight into the challenges and possibilities facing democracy […]
The Mediterranean diet has become the bedrock of heart-healthy eating, with well-studied health benefits including lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and a reduced risk of Type 2 diabetes. The diet isn’t a strict meal plan, but more of a way of life that prioritizes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish rich in omega-3 fatty […]
🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 🌈 During Pride Month, we recognize the LGBTQ community and their contributions to society, in the spirit of inclusivity and equity. The Concord COA will celebrate Pride Month with the music of Joel and Dan. Joel Light, performer/educator, has performed at numerous gay gatherings and senior […]
Join Randall Warniers for a talk about Twenty Classic Feature Animations and Why They Are Good for You! Short animated films—cartoons—have entertained audiences for over a century. In 1937 Walt Disney elevated the genre when his studio released the first feature-length animation—Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs— to widespread acclaim and box-office success. Audiences and […]
The Concord Band is back for our 40th summer series on the Fruitlands Outdoor Stage! Wednesdays, June 11–July 9 Concerts begin at 7:15PM, Gates Open 5:00pm Gather on the lawn for a picnic concert with stunning sunset views. The Concord Band will treat concertgoers to a fun roster of timeless music, including pieces memorializing historic […]
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 12:00-3:00 PM: Join us for our 3rd Annual Juneteenth celebration on The Robbins House front lawn. There will be musical performances from area groups and food trucks. Come join the fun and celebrate this American holiday of freedom, resilience, and community.
Third Thursdays is a new monthly event series in Concord Center, running from June through December, with businesses staying open from 5 to 8 p.m. each third Thursday of the month. This initiative aims to boost foot traffic, support local businesses, and showcase Concord’s vibrant arts and cultural scene. Family-friendly activities will be scattered through […]
Come celebrate Juneteenth with an evening of wine, beer, and light refreshments in the Museum’s courtyard, followed by a guided tour in the galleries. Explore Concord’s rich Black and Abolitionist histories through powerful stories, images, and objects from the Museum’s collection. Your ticket includes drinks outside in the courtyard before the tour. Happy hour starts […]
Jason Robert Brown's "Songs for a New World" is a show somewhere between a musical and song cycle - a series of songs all connected by a theme: 'the moment of decision'. A small, yet powerful and diverse cast presents this rousing score that blends elements of pop, gospel and jazz, featuring tight harmonies and […]
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a reflective and creative morning of nature journaling! Suitable for all ages and experience levels, this workshop invites you to slow down, observe the natural world, and capture your experience through drawing, writing, and mindful exploration. Free admission; suggested donation: $20. All materials provided.
Jump, Climb, Roll, Repeat! Join us for William’s Flat Brimmed Parkour Challenge on Saturday, June 21 from 10 AM to 1 PM in the CPS Corey Gym during Carlisle’s Old Home Day! This is not your average obstacle course. It's a high-energy, joy-filled event honoring William’s love of movement, adventure, and fun. All ages welcome—bring your friends, your kids, your energy! ✅ Move your body […]
Saturdays, 1:30pm Tours March 22, 2025 – June 30, 2025 Between twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19, 1775, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms […]
Jason Robert Brown's "Songs for a New World" is a show somewhere between a musical and song cycle - a series of songs all connected by a theme: 'the moment of decision'. A small, yet powerful and diverse cast presents this rousing score that blends elements of pop, gospel and jazz, featuring tight harmonies and […]
A medical student who wants to be a crooner gets involved with a showgirl who has an ulterior motive. A 1945 American musical film starring Betty Grable, Dick Haymes, and William Glaxton. (Musical; 1945; PG-13; 1h 45m) JOIN US - no RSVP required!
Mike returns to the COA for his second Drum Circle. Come experience the joy of drumming in a fun supportive group environment. This class is geared for folks with little or no experience. Tubano drums, a hybrid between the African Djembe and the conga drum, will be provided. They require no support from the player. […]
Join Melinda Gladden, Concord Branch Manager of the Middlesex Bank, on Thursday, June 26th at 2:00 PM for an important presentation on fraud prevention. The bank sees so much fraud on a day-to-day basis, and they want to equip you with the knowledge to protect yourself from scams and fraudulent activities. Don't miss this opportunity […]
Join us for a special Pride Month screening of "Gen Silent", a powerful and moving documentary that sheds light on the unique needs, challenges, and triumphs of LGBTQIA+ seniors. You are invited to stay for a post-screening roundtable discussion This event is proudly sponsored by the Concord DEI Commission, Concord-Carlisle Human Rights Council, the Concord-Carlisle […]
Saturdays, 1:30pm Tours March 22, 2025 – June 30, 2025 Between twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19, 1775, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms […]
The Concord Band is back for our 40th summer series on the Fruitlands Outdoor Stage! Wednesdays, June 11–July 9 Concerts begin at 7:15PM, Gates Open 5:00pm Gather on the lawn for a picnic concert with stunning sunset views. The Concord Band will treat concertgoers to a fun roster of timeless music, including pieces memorializing historic […]
