Nine statewide ballot questions are headed to Massachusetts voters this November. If the thought of researching all nine has you wondering where to begin, we can help. Evan Horowitz, Executive Director of the Center for State Policy Analysis at Tufts University, returns to LWVCC to guide us through the questions and what a YES or […]
This hybrid event is part of LWVCC's monthly First Friday series and free and open to all.
Have a favorite book with torn pages, a loose cover, or minor binding issues? Bring it to our Book Repair Workshop and learn simple mending techniques with book conservator Luisa Granitto. Participants can bring one or two books for hands-on practice repairing torn pages and loose hinges using archival materials. You’ll also learn how to […]
Friday, October 2, 2026, 7:30 pm at 51 Walden The Perfect Harmony of Beer and Music What do a masterfully crafted brew and a brilliant piece of music have in common? More than you might think. Presented by Keith Kirchoff, founder of Original Gravity and curator of the evening’s musical program, and Allen Quinn, brewer […]
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]
You can make a difference for our rivers! WHEN: Saturday, October 3, 10:00am – 2:00pm WHERE: Bedford, Concord, and Framingham Join the OARS Team and community members from across the watershed for a day of impact. Gather at your chosen site along one of our three rivers with your OARS staff and board site leaders to […]
Join Emerson Health at Verrill Farm for a fun-filled Harvest Festival benefiting Emerson Pediatric Care! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fall fun, including games and prizes, pumpkin picking, hayrides, food, music, animal visits, and more. The festival takes place Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Verrill Farm. Advance […]
Jumping worms have garnered a lot of interest from the public in recent years. Presenter Dr. Olga Kostromytska will teach us about the identification and biology of invasive earthworms in MA, and their role in and impact on urban landscapes. In particular, she will discuss the "crazy/jumping worm" species (Amynthas spp.) that has many homeowners […]
All community members are welcome to join in a day of carnival-style games for kids of all ages, prizes, food, and outdoor fun in support of Concord Youth Theatre! There will be a raffle with a variety of themed baskets for kids and adults alike, a silent auction, and—new this year—a yard sale! Proceeds benefit […]
New England Sculptors Asso is hosting open studios. Come by and check them one or all of them out! Elisa Adams 143 Elsinore St Concord MA Saturday Oct 3rd from 1-4pm Janice Corkin Rudolf 21 Thoreau St concord MA @ 11-4 Meredith Bergmann 84 Piper Rd Acton MA 12-4pm
Discover how everyday consumption and waste impact our planet and our health at a free three-part film series in Carlisle (First Religious Society, 27 School St). Open to all, including children 10+. Nov 7 (7pm): Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics—exposes the environmental and health dangers of plastic pollution. Dec 12 (7pm): Just Eat […]
Thoreau was a lifelong observer of the colorful leaves that surrounded his native Concord every autumn. He kept copious notes on the autumn leaf color. In the final years of his life, he put these observations into a lecture that he called “Autumnal Tints.” It would be one of the last essays that he worked […]
Got a great idea for a project in the arts, humanities, or sciences that can benefit the Concord community? From Sept. 1- Oct. 15 the Concord Cultural Council will accept grant applications for presentations in the performing and visual arts, literature, and educational programs in nature, science, culture, or technologyh. Preference given to applicants who […]
Tuesday, October 6, 6 - 8 PM (RSVP appreciated) Experience colorful, purposeful art that will awe and inspire, and celebrate all four of our Fall Gallery Artists at this free joint opening reception at Umbrella Arts. Enjoy light refreshments as you browse the three indoor gallery spaces and hear from all the artists about their […]
Got a great idea for a project in the arts, humanities, or sciences that can benefit the Concord community? From Sept. 1- Oct. 15 the Concord Cultural Council will accept grant applications for presentations in the performing and visual arts, literature, and educational programs in nature, science, culture, or technology. Preference given to applicants who […]
Got a great idea for a project in the arts, humanities, or sciences that can benefit the Concord community? From Sept. 1- Oct. 15 the Concord Cultural Council will accept grant applications for presentations in the performing and visual arts, literature, and educational programs in nature, science, culture, or technologyh. Preference given to applicants who […]
Join us for drop-in Mahjong and a light lunch on Thursdays this Fall at Concord Market! This is not a league ticket, but will take place during our league. Thursdays 11:30-1:30 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22 Light lunch and non-alcoholic beverages included. No instruction provided. Tickets are transferrable with 48 hour notice, but non-refundable.
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]
Umbrella Arts presents… I AND YOU, playing October 9 – November 22, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: A homebound teen and an unexpected visitor clash over a Walt Whitman assignment that will lead them to a stunning epiphany. Caroline is sharp-witted, guarded, and sardonic as Anthony is athletic, sensitive, and popular, but as they […]
Yart Sale! Saturday Oct 10 October 10, 2026 Saturday 10am - 4pm Stop by Concord Art and shop our Yart Sale on Saturday, October 10th (10am – 4pm). You’ll find fine art at a bargain, plus all sorts of decorative objects. There will be trinkets, and treasures galore! All proceeds from the event will support […]
Louisa May Alcott's famed book LITTTLE WOMEN is turning 158 years old! Come celebrate a tale of resilience and following your dreams. Outdoor and Indoor event. Schedule: 1-4 pm outside Barrow Bookstore: LITTLE WOMEN history, trivia, games, and memory sharing. 2-3 pm, inside, visit with Louisa May Alcott (portrayed by Jan Turnquist, Executive Director of […]
Come to Umbrella Arts for free family fun! Drop by any time during the two-hour time block to partake in a seasonal and creative craft led by one of our talented instructors! Open to all ages and abilities. Registration appreciated (not required). Mark your calendars and register for the upcoming sessions! Saturday, October 10: 2:00 - 4:00 PM […]
Join us on Saturday, October 10 from 2 - 4 PM for an afternoon filled with art, crafts, and fun as we open up our galleries for Free Family Day! View our open gallery spaces featuring three new Fall exhibitions and participate in free drop-in crafts with our exhibiting artists, including artist-led tours of this […]
This year’s Art Ramble features work by multi-media artist Helen Duncan. Duncan’s porcelain clay and wire forms are dispersed along the Fairyland Pond Trail in the Hapgood Wright Town Forest, right off of Concord Center. Duncan's delicate dandelion-esque pieces come alive on the trail, responding to their environment by shifting with the breeze and reflecting […]
Got a great idea for a project in the arts, humanities, or sciences that can benefit the Concord community? From Sept. 1- Oct. 15 the Concord Cultural Council will accept grant applications for presentations in the performing and visual arts, literature, and educational programs in nature, science, culture, or technology. Preference given to applicants who […]
Got a great idea for a project in the arts, humanities, or sciences that can benefit the Concord community? From Sept. 1- Oct. 15 the Concord Cultural Council will accept grant applications for presentations in the performing and visual arts, literature, and educational programs in nature, science, culture, or technology. Preference given to applicants who […]
Join us for a program and performance with the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers, a group of musicians and artisans from the tribal communities of Mashpee on Cape Cod and Aquinnah on Martha’s Vineyard on Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Participate in the performance of eastern social songs and dances.
Join the League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle and Umbrella Arts for a screening of the PBS Great Performances recording of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Suffs — and get ready to vote this November. Suffs is an award-winning Broadway musical created by Shaina Taub that chronicles the push for the 19th Amendment and the […]
Mark your calendars! More Happy is opening in West Concord next week! Wednesday, October 14 is opening day and events happening throughout the week. 👏@happyonmain
Join us for drop-in Mahjong and a light lunch on Thursdays this Fall at Concord Market! This is not a league ticket, but will take place during our league. Thursdays 11:30-1:30 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22 Light lunch and non-alcoholic beverages included. No instruction provided. Tickets are transferrable with 48 hour notice, but non-refundable.
JLS Art and Antiques & Bobbi Benson Antiques are the headliners at this Farfalle Event at 26 Concord Crossing on Thursday, October 15th. Join us for a unique night of mistory, discovery. and community Dust off your family heirlooms, flea market finds, and attic treasures to discover the stories and value behind them. Artwork, Ceramics, […]
Join Carla Kaplan for a discussion of her newest book Troublemaker: the Fierce, Unruly Life of Jessica Mitford. Troublemaker tells the wild and unlikely story of Jessica Mitford, fifth of the six famous Mitford Girls, a British aristocrat-turned-American Communist, famous for exposés like The American Way of Death; this biography brings her astonishing self-transformation to […]
Come see Concord Youth Theatre’s Teen Company perform Between the Lines, an empowering and enchanting story for anyone who has struggled to find their place in the world. Meet 17yo Delilah, an outsider navigating life in a new school. When she seeks comfort in the pages of a storybook, drama, unexpected twists, and laughs unfold. […]
Stroll the streets of West Concord stopping into the many varied and wonderful shops - for special sales, food treats, seasonal specials, craft market, as well!
Join us for our annual Harvest Fest and Open House! MILLDAM TOUR (11:00 AM) YUMMY FALL TREATS FROM WILSON FARM MUSIC SHOW WITH MISTER VIC & CO (11:15 AM) CRAFTS & CAMES FIRE TRUCK VISIT (11:30 AM) MILLDAM MERCHANDISE PUMPKIN AUCTION Email membership@milldamnurseryschool.org To learn more aboul enrollment or request a Tour 20 LEXINGTON RD, […]
The Friends of the Concord Free Public Library present The Debut Authors Panel 2026, moderated by Danielle Bradley, Writer-In-Residence at CFPL. This event is part of the 2026 Concord Festival of Authors. Debut Author Panelists: Laura Garden studied conservation biology in Yungaburra, Queensland with the School for Field Studies, where she fell in love with […]
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]
The orchestra, conducted by Music Director Zeke Fetrow, performs music by Anna Clyne, Garbriel Fauré, and Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky A pre-concert talk is scheduled for 7:15pm. Clyne’s short composition, Masquerade (2013), was inspired by pleasure gardens in London in the 18th century, where people gathered in the summer to experience masquerade balls, fireworks, and performances […]
This year registrants will be able to participate in-person on September 27th, 2026 or virtually during the 2 weeks leading up to the in-person race day. We are waiving the entry fee again this year and hope you will consider a donation. The Mighty Moose Fun Run/Walk is held in memory of Jenna Swaim, a […]
Artisans Way in Concord center welcomes artists Victoria and Lawrence Elbroch on Sunday, October 18 from 12-5pm. Their show, “Under the Branches,” combines Victoria’s printmaking and drawing, and Lawrence’s photography. They attribute their collaborative work to their loving relationship and a shared inspiration. Reveling in their different ways of seeing ancient trees, Victoria draws in […]
“Birds of Prey” with Tom Ricardi Sunday, October 19, 12pm-1pm at the Visitor Center Join us and Tom Ricardi of the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Center in Conway MA, as he returns with some of his feathered friends! Get up close, and hear about the predatory birds that call New England their home. All ages. […]
The orchestra, conducted by Music Director Zeke Fetrow, performs music by Anna Clyne, Garbriel Fauré, and Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Clyne’s short composition, Masquerade (2013), was inspired by pleasure gardens in London in the 18th century, where people gathered in the summer to experience masquerade balls, fireworks, and performances of music, dance, acrobatics, and theater. The […]
Join Steve Edwards, the 2025 Concord Free Public Library Writer-In-Residence, for a discussion of his new book Rare Good: Essays on Art Autism, and Astonishment. Steve Edwards was diagnosed with autism in his mid-thirties, altering his relationship to writing and family. He discovered what he had always known but never said: His compulsion to create […]
Join Steve Edwards, the 2025 Concord Free Public Library Writer-In-Residence, for a discussion of his new book Rare Good: Essays on Art Autism, and Astonishment. Steve Edwards was diagnosed with autism in his mid-thirties, altering his relationship to writing and family. He discovered what he had always known but never said: His compulsion to create […]
Join us for a playgroup with play and sensory activities for all children, aimed at ages 1+. Each week, there will be a new theme led by a Nashoba Brooks School employee. This playgroup for toddlers and a caregiver is free and open to the public. Come learn through play and engage with others in […]
Join us at the Nashawtuc Country Club this year to experience the best flavors from our local Concord restaurants, including Bandoleros Mexican Grill, Café Nero, Comella’s, Concord Teacakes, Dario’s Ristorante, Debra’s Natural Gourmet, Fiorella’s Cucina, Gräem Nuts & Chocolate, Main St. Café, Nashawtuc Country Club, New England Olive Oil Company, Saltbox Kitchen, The Cheese Shop, […]
Tuesday, October 20 at 7:30 PM: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) | 1 hour, 20 minutes | Not Rated (contains mild violence) | Directed by Don Siegel Enjoy the best of classic, independent, and foreign films curated by The Concord Film Project with pre-show dinner options at Umbrella Arts in Concord, MA. A psychiatrist […]
TEDx Walden Pond is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and engaging audiences through the power of ideas that spark meaningful change. Guided by TEDx principles, we create a platform for thought-provoking discussions that connect individuals, communities, and the natural world. We are thrilled to announce that our theme for TEDx Walden Pond 2026 is“The […]
Join us at The Walden Woods Project, as part of The Concord Festival of Authors, for a presentation from Matt Patterson! About Matt Patterson: There’s almost no distance Matt Patterson won’t go, almost nothing he won’t do, to learn all he can about the subjects he paints to make them as accurate and lifelike as […]
Join CCACE and Concord Visitor Center for this informative walk with Stefanie! History is frequently about men; this is your chance to learn about the women who shaped Concord. These women have a history of being leaders: educating themselves and others, fighting for justice, and imprinting their visions in literature and art. This walk will […]
Join us for drop-in Mahjong and a light lunch on Thursdays this Fall at Concord Market! This is not a league ticket, but will take place during our league. Thursdays 11:30-1:30 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22 Light lunch and non-alcoholic beverages included. No instruction provided. Tickets are transferrable with 48 hour notice, but non-refundable.
The Town of Concord, The Robbins House, and The Black Heritage Trail Advisory Team cordially invite you to the celebration and dedication of CONCORD'S BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL. October 22, 2026 at noon Location: Freedom Park in Monument Square (also known as Parcel 1693, the lawn on the opposite side of the circle from the Town […]
Kids, dress up in your Halloween costume, grab your parents, and come on down to the Thoreau St business district on Thursday, October 22nd from 4-6pm for our annual Trick or Treat on Thoreau st! (Rain date the next day, Friday the 23rd) 20+ businesses participating handing out Halloween candy. It will be a great […]
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Calling all little ghosts, goblins, witches, and superheroes! 🧙♀️🦸♂️ Put on your Halloween costume, grab your parents, and head down to the Thoreau Street Business District on Thursday, October 22nd, from 4–6 PM for our annual Trick or Treat on Thoreau Street! 🍭 20+ local businesses will be handing out Halloween candy, so come ready […]
The Nature Connection’s annual fundraiser, Inspire will be held on Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30 at Sanctuary Cultural Arts Center in Maynard, MA. The evening will bring together nature, animals, music and food while raising support for The Nature Connection’s programs, which provide accessible, person-centered nature experiences for people who have limited or no access […]
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]
The Friends of the Concord Free Public Library present the 2026 Breakfast with the Authors panel, which will take place at Concord's Colonial Inn, 48 Monument Square. The event will be moderated by local author and physician, Dr. Suzanne Koven. CFA Breakfast tickets can be purchased at the Barrow Bookstore as well as online on […]
Enjoy the company of other creatives while working on your project. Drawing, painting, collage and fiber arts, all media & skill levels are welcome **Bring your own project and supplies** Drop-ins are weleome. Register if you wish to receive emailed reminders. www.coneordlibrary.org (Under"Events" tab)
Join the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library for an in-person afternoon with poets Nate Klug and Catherine Stearns who will read and engage in a Q & A about their inspirations and craft. Nate Klug reads from his collection, Hosts and Guests: poems. Klug is a poet and the author of Rude Woods, […]
Fellow artists and creatives are invited to come together in a casual social gathering to create art in a relaxed, nonjudgmental, and supportive setting. All media and skill levels are welcome. Individuals are responsible for bringing their own projects to work on and their own supplies. Join us to share works, discuss ideas, and foster […]
Concord Festival of Authors event. Join local author Dr. Linda Booth Sweeney as she discusses Do Bees Pee?: The Curious and Amazing Ways Nature Avoids Poo-llution. Big lessons abound in this very funny little book, and the question is posed, “what if the skills our children and planet need most for the future are ones […]
Come explore Nashoba Brooks School for your family at our biggest Admission event of the year -- the Admission Open House on Sunday, October 25 between 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Nashoba Brooks School is an independent day school in Concord, serving children of all genders from Preschool (age 3) through Grade 3 and offering […]
Join Concord Recreation and the Beede Swim and Fitness Center for our annual Trunk-or-Treat! This free event welcomes participants to decorate their vehicle/tailgate and pass out candy to kids walking with family from car to car. Truck or Treat allows kids to have all the fun of trick or treating in a safe, controlled environment.
Join author Julie Carrick Dalton for a discussion of her new book The Forest Become Her. This event is part of the 2026 Concord Festival of Authors. “In historic, bucolic Concord, Massachusetts, a centuries-old forest has been removed to make way for a new, eco-friendly housing development. The locals are upset by the destruction, but […]
The Friends of the Library present Mystery Night 2026, featuring Joseph Finder, Jule Selbo, and Janet Raye Stevens! The panel will be moderated by long-time Mystery Night Moderator Kate Flora. Kate Flora's fascination with people's criminal tendencies began in the Maine attorney general's office. Deadbeat dads, child abusers, and employment discrimination aroused her curiosity about […]
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]
Join us for this special Halloween event! Take a tour through historic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery with a Concord Museum guide. Learn about the lives and deaths of past Concordians through stories passed down through the generations. 1 mile walk, mostly flat sidewalk or pavement; rain or shine.
A Multi-Genre, High-Energy Dialogue of Fiddle and Cello Join us for an extraordinary evening as the acclaimed HAAS Duo takes the stage at CCM. Known for their expressive depth, technical brilliant nuance, and captivating stage presence, this dynamic duo will bring a beautiful program of classical, contemporary, and world music to our community. Whether you […]
Umbrella Arts presents... BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL | September 25 - November 8, 2026 in Concord, MA THE STORY: Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, […]