Join us for our 2019 Winter Market! Friday December 6, 1:00PM-7:00PM Saturday December 7, 11:00AM-5:00PM Sunday December 8, 11:00AM-5:00PM Celebrate the holidays with The Umbrella! For one weekend a year, The Umbrella transforms into a bustling marketplace with: 30+ Umbrella artists opening studios and selling their wares 28 guest fine art and craft vendors from […]

440 expands the gypsy jazz tradition of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli with danceable swing standards from the era of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and Benny Goodman as well as originals by the band. Their toe-tapping, sappy, hot jazz, swinging style is a delight to experience.

Looking for holiday gifts at reasonable prices? Come to the Holiday Book Sale at the Concord Free Public Library! Thousands of gently used books in like-new condition, most for $2 or less, in all categories: fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, art, photography, etc. Plus an entire room of children's books! Sale runs Friday and Saturday 9-4, Sunday […]

Based on the classic animated film, Disney 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney’s most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws onstage. Disney’s 101 Dalmation KIDS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Human Rights Day Tea at The Fenn School Library

We will be presenting the Climate for Freedom Award to The Robbins House. Maria Madison, Executive Director, will be giving a talk about the Robbins House.

Based on the book by the same name which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and a dazzling spectacle for our award-winning design teams. 11 year old Winnie Foster years for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence when she stumbles upon the […]

The Annual luminary night for the nonprofit organization: Unite With Light. Unite With Light is a nonprofit organization run for children, by children. We raise money for Harlem Lacrosse and Leadership and Cradles to Crayons. We raise money by selling luminary kits. At this time in our history, where it feels we are so divided, […]

Sign up today for Concord Carlisle Youth Lacrosse. Grades 1st thru 8th can sign up today! Registration is open through December 31st, late fee registration begins January 1 through the 15th. Guarantee your child’s spot by registering early.

The Concord Memory Café meets on the second Monday of the month and due to Monday holidays, the Café was closed in October and November. The Concord COA will resume the Café on Monday, December 9, and will continue to offer conversation, lunch and creative arts. For a full listing of Massachusetts Memory Cafes please […]

Why buy gifts when you can make them? Join us on Mondays in December for mosaic making. This craft is for the young or old and make great gifts. Sign up to make as many mosaic projects as you would like $20.00 each project takes approximately 45 minutes to make. Projects include wine glasses, ornaments, […]

No matter where we travel, good food, well prepared, is an important, even passionate, part of the experience. Join us for an evening of recipes and reminiscing over cuisines, ingredients, and cultural traditions. You might even want to share a few memories of your own! Bon appétit!

Join Rita Jamshed Kapadia for a class on Indian Cooking! The event will take place at the Fowler Branch of the Concord Free Public Library (1322 Main Street) on Monday, December 9 at 7:00 PM. Do you love Indian food? Come learn to make it easily at home! Enjoy learning how to make a very […]

Want to truly relax and sleep well this holiday season? Take a moment for your well-being! Lara Wilson, founder of Be Well Be Here, will share ways to integrate moments of mindfulness into daily life at the Concord Free Public Library on Monday, December 9 at 7:30 - 8:15 pm. Explore simple mindfulness practices that […]

The Concord Players Traveling Troupe, a group of Senior Actors, have put together a program of staged readings and skits featuring amusing views of Seniors as we 'age' gracefully and with pizazz! Also featured are some musical interludes by our own Traveling Troubadours, Tom Ruggles & John Hutchins, performing tunes that are sure to get […]

The Concord Free Public Library invites teens in grades 6-8 to participate in a book swap at the Fowler Branch Library (1322 Main St.) on Tuesday, December 10 at 4:00 p.m. Bring a new, gift-wrapped teen paperback book. We will have a book swap party, and everyone will leave with a book that’s new to […]

The Concord Free Public Library invites teens ages 14 – 18 to attend a special writing workshop at the Concord Free Public Library (129 Main Street) on Tuesday, November 5 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Get to the heart of your story! Join author and experienced creative writing teacher, Lara Wilson, to discover new ways […]

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Join us every Tuesday evening from 7pm-9pm for Stump Trivia in Village Forge Tavern!

Join yoga therapist and Reiki master Nicole A Grant, MS, C-IAYT, E-RYT500 for these exceptional, personalized yoga sessions. Explore the philosophical 8-limbed path of yoga, called astanga yoga, that serves as the foundation for much of practice and informs how to make yoga relevant to all aspects of your life. This experiential approach to yoga […]

This informative session gives you opportunity to learn more about the role of the committee in town finances. Come with your questions, feedback and plan to join the discussion.

Adapting to a changing climate requires town-wide revolutionary thinking and action. That is why we are coming together to create Sustainable Concord, Concord's plan for a more resilient community. We need to hear from you! Please join us anytime between 4:30-7:30 pm on December 11th at the Concord-Carlisle High School Cafeteria to share your ideas. […]

Spend the evening decorating your gingerbread house while enjoying winter menu specials. This will be a great night for kids and families, and adults too! Gingerbread houses are limited, and reservations are required for this event.

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Crafty Storytime (Main Library) Join us on Thursdays at the Main Library for a fun storytime.  Stories, songs, a puppet show and a simple craft are planned for children age 2 - 2 1/2. LOCATION: Main Library

Toddler Storytime is moving online while the Library is closed. We'll go live with Facebook Premiere every Thursday morning at 10 am. If you can't make it to our live storytime, the video will be available with the rest of our videos on our Facebook page so you can enjoy this

Join John Gardella for a fascinating look at the development of China from the chaotic start of the People's Republic of China under the leadership of Mao Zedong in 1949 to its rise as a world economic and political power in the 21st century. A discussion of the current relationship between China and the U.S. […]

Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments fill your tree with a festive scent. They make a lasting personal gift and look lovely on wrapped presents. In this class you will learn to use European cookie presses to make unique and beautiful hand painted, embossed Christmas ornaments. During week 1 you will craft the cinnamon clay into ornaments. In […]

A springerle is a traditional German cookie with an embossed design made by pressing a mold into rolled dough. Dating back to the 14th century, this form of edible art produces a stunning cookie that is often described as “too pretty to eat!” In this class you will learn to make beautiful and unique Christmas […]

Based on the book by the same name which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and a dazzling spectacle for our award-winning design teams. 11 year old Winnie Foster years for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence when she stumbles upon the […]

John Fitzsimmons and Friends Traditional Pub Music

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!

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The Concord Free Public Library is pleased to offer a special technology workshop for teens in grades 6-12 on Friday, December 13 at 4:00 p.m. Come create a design for the 3D printer. You'll learn how to use 3D design software, craft your own digital model, and send it to the printer! No prior experience […]

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The Concord Band will hold its 43rd annual Holiday Pops concerts at 8:00 pm on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden Street in Concord MA, with Elaine Crane as soprano soloist. Tickets are available in tables for four (with a few for six on the […]

Based on the book by the same name which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and a dazzling spectacle for our award-winning design teams. 11 year old Winnie Foster years for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence when she stumbles upon the […]

Saturday, December 14, 2019: Tickets must be purchased ahead of tme Adults: $47 Children: Ages 3-11 $35 Ages 2 & Under $25 First Seating Breakfast Wonderland 9:30am – 11:30am 2nd Seating Lunch Wonderland 1:00pm – 3:00pm Festive Holiday Buffet Visit with Santa Decorate Cookies with Mrs. Claus Sing-alongs with Winter Princesses Vote for your favorite […]

Calling all individuals age 10-15. Need a better way to spend your Saturday mornings than cartoons? Join author and librarian assistant Cary Stough this winter for The Weekend Writing Studio. Explore voice and metaphor, as well as learn new and wild writing techniques that break the mold. Writers of all genres and experience welcome. It […]

Spend Saturday mornings with Concord Youth Theatre’s PLAYTIME THEATER – a delightfully interactive theater experience! CYT actors will inspire you with new and improved versions of familiar children’s stories, complete with a sing-a-long! Outgoing audience members may even join the actors on stage to tell a joke or share a special talent. And everyone gets […]

Join us as Bindy Fleischman and Nancy Traversy discuss books that open children’s hearts, minds, and provide authentic perspectives and voices from around the world. Included with Museum admission. Members visit free Bindy Fleischman has been an active member of the U.S. Board on Books for Young People since 2002, serving on multiple committees now […]

Little Women Week - Drama Workshop Explore the works of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women through improvisational exercises and scenes from the book and play. Open to high school students, limited to 12 participants, Free of charge Pizza will be served at 12:30, workshop begins at 1pm Concord Players,51 Walden Street

This Saturday, December 14th from 1 to 3 pm, come and decorate your very own Gingerbread House - just in time for the holidays - for the benefit of our Concord Scout House at 74 Walden Street. This fun, family-friendly workshop includes everything you'll need: a pre-built gingerbread house, frosting, plus cookies and candies to […]

This enthusiastic group of women who love to sing a cappella harmony will delight you in a live concert. The chorus, based in Hudson, MA and returning to the COA, has been around for a quarter century and holds ten international medals in harmony competition. The group will sing a wide repetoire of holiday songs […]

Photos with Paddington Bear! Bring your own camera and stop by the Barrow Bookstore to say hello and take your photo with Paddington Bear. Where: Barrow Bookstore, 79 Main Street , Concord, MA (behind Fritz and Gigi) When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 1 - 8 PM Sunday, Dec. 15: Special PET hours: 08:30 - 11:30 AM […]

Mother Daughter Book-Club Author Visit (grades 3 – 8) Join us in the Children’s Room of the Concord Free Public Library (Main) for a special event with Heather Vogel Frederick, author of the Mother Daughter Book-Club series. The talk will focus on the first book in the series, which is based on Little Women. Program […]

Free Drop-In Family Days at The Umbrella Community Arts Center are a great opportunity for families to be creative together and to explore a variety of atr media in a fun and affordable way. In this program, families will engage in art making activities designed and taught by our talented art instructors. The projects will […]

Join the Concord Chorus, now in its 74th season, for a heavenly selection of music and carols for the holiday season, including works by Byrd, Bach, Mendelssohn, Fauré and René Clausen. Kevin Leong conducts the 100-voice Concord Chorus on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at the Middlesex School’s Memorial Chapel […]

Based on the book by the same name which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and a dazzling spectacle for our award-winning design teams. 11 year old Winnie Foster years for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence when she stumbles upon the […]

Join the Concord Chorus, now in its 74th season, for a heavenly selection of music and carols for the holiday season, including works by Byrd, Bach, Mendelssohn, Fauré and René Clausen. Kevin Leong conducts the 100-voice Concord Chorus on Saturday, December 14, 2019, at 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM at the Middlesex School’s Memorial Chapel […]

The Concord Band will hold its 43rd annual Holiday Pops concerts at 8:00 pm on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden Street in Concord MA, with Elaine Crane as soprano soloist. Tickets are available in tables for four (with a few for six on the […]

The Blues Dogs started as a four-piece band playing the blues. When they realized that all four of them sing, they started adding complex vocal harmonies and the band’s repertoire broadened considerably. The Dogs have a lot of musical depth, and their musical experience ranges from the Berklee School of Music to some pretty scary […]

Based on the book by the same name which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and a dazzling spectacle for our award-winning design teams. 11 year old Winnie Foster years for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence when she stumbles upon the […]