Jane Brox presents “Silence: A Social History of One of the Least Understood Elements of Our Lives “
Concord Bookshop 65 Main St, ConcordWho Will Write Our History a feature length documentary about the Oyneg Shabes, the secret archives of the Warsaw Ghetto
Fine Arts Theatre Place in Maynard 19 Summer St., Maynard- No events scheduled for January 31, 2019.
Week of Events
Wild Walk: Tracking – Reading Wildlife and the Winter Woods
Wild Walk: Tracking – Reading Wildlife and the Winter Woods
Andrew Joslin will teach us how to use both sight and sound (and sometimes smell) to interpret animal movements and behavior. In addition to recognizing common tracks, learn how weather impacts forest ecosystems, and animal -- and our own -- decision-making in the winter woods. Register here: https://theumbrellaarts.org/class/wild-walk-tracking-reading-wildlife-and-winter-woods When you arrive, please park on the […]
Jane Brox presents “Silence: A Social History of One of the Least Understood Elements of Our Lives “
Jane Brox presents “Silence: A Social History of One of the Least Understood Elements of Our Lives “
Please join us on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 3pm, when award-winning author and Jane Brox presents her new work, Silence. She has taught at Harvard University and Bowdoin College, and is currently on the faculty of Lesley University’s low-residency MFA Program. Her most recent book, Brilliant: The Evolution of Artificial Light, was named one […]
NCL Prospective Member Info Meeting
NCL Prospective Member Info Meeting
The Middlesex Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. has launched their annual Membership Drive, and is looking for mothers and daughters interested in joining this national organization that focuses on philanthropy, leadership, plus social awareness and compassion within our community. The Membership Drive is open to mothers and daughters in the Class of 2025 (current […]
Who Will Write Our History a feature length documentary about the Oyneg Shabes, the secret archives of the Warsaw Ghetto
Who Will Write Our History a feature length documentary about the Oyneg Shabes, the secret archives of the Warsaw Ghetto
Kerem Shalom is screening an important documentary film, Who Will Write Our History. The screening will take place at the Maynard Fine Arts Cinema on January 27 at 3 PM. Who Will Write Our History is a feature length documentary about the Oyneg Shabes, the secret archives of the Warsaw Ghetto, and its creator Emanuel […]
Twenty Classic Film Noirs and Why They Are Good For You
Twenty Classic Film Noirs and Why They Are Good For You
Join Randall Warniers for a talk on Twenty Classic Film Noir films and why they are good for you! Film noir is a term that describes certain moody low-budget B-movie Hollywood dramas of the 1940s and 1950s that feature hardboiled narratives, starkly graphic cinematography, down-on-their-luck characters, and an inescapable mood of menace, pessimism, crime, and […]
Armchair Travel: Long Distance Travel by Bike
Armchair Travel: Long Distance Travel by Bike
Join Kerry Barker to learn about long distance travel by bike. His talk will focus on three of his bike trips: Portland, OR to Portland, ME (44 days - 40 days biking), Pyrenees (from Atlantic to Mediterranean), and the French Alps. Come hear about his amazing adventures! Armchair Travel is free; however, we recommend registering […]
Tickets on Sale for Shamrock Ball!
Tickets on Sale for Shamrock Ball!
The Shamrock Ball is for girls in grades 2-6 and any adult guest. This event will take place at the Westford Regency and will be a semi-formal event. This program will be available for registration on Friday February 1, 2019 at 7:30am. Tickets are sold as a pair. One for the adult and one for […]
CLIMATE CHANGE: WHY DO LOCAL ACTIONS MATTER?
CLIMATE CHANGE: WHY DO LOCAL ACTIONS MATTER?
The significance of local action to address climate change will be the focus of the League of Women Voters Concord-Carlisle'sFebruary’s First Friday. Speakers will include Gary Clayton, President of Mass Audubon, Kate Hanley, Concord Director of Sustainability and Rep. Tami Gouveia of the 14th Middlesex District. Join us for coffee and a doughnut and a […]
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Wisdom Practice: Balanced Well-Being in Everyday Life
Wisdom Practice: Balanced Well-Being in Everyday Life
Be Well Be Here partners Nicole Grant, MS, C-IAYT, and Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS happily launch the WISDOM PRACTICE series every Friday in February at 12:15 - 1:00 pm. These community conversations introduce the wisdom principles of yoga and meditation as practical applications to finding balance in daily life. Arrive with questions and curiosity, and […]
Friday Wine Tastings
Friday Wine Tastings
Each Friday we're tasting wine from all over the world. We'll be opening all sorts of bottles from our wine department, and special wines meant just for that particular tasting. Each week will be very unique and it will help answer and explore what makes wine just so darn good!
Friday Night Flicks
Friday Night Flicks
Join the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library for a screening of Menashe (USA 2017). Summary: Widower and grocery store clerk Menashe fights tradition within Brooklyn's Hasidic Jewish community to keep custody of his son after his wife's death. (In Yiddish with English Subtitles) * Sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public […]
Ice Cappella
Ice Cappella
Concord Youth Theatre sponsors a high energy evening of a cappella music featuring high school and college groups from the greater Boston area.
Building the Arts Open House: An Afternoon of Art and Making
Building the Arts Open House: An Afternoon of Art and Making
Come to The Umbrella's Open House to celebrate our new gallery and ceramics studios, explore our new Makerspace and workshop spaces, and experience the ongoing transformation of our renovated facilities at 40 Stow Street. Free, family-friendly activities, exhibits, and winter treats will be available throughout the afternoon. 12:00 - 1:00 - MAKERSPACE COMMUNITY FORUM Before […]
Up In the Rafters: Stories From the Old Manse Attic
Up In the Rafters: Stories From the Old Manse Attic
Who lived in the attic? During this special exploration into the Old Manse attic, we’ll share what we know about the three enslaved people, Phyllis, Frank Benson, and Cate, who lived at the Old Manse. We’ll also share how later residents of the house remembered the enslaved people and how the story of enslaved peoples […]