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.” Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. […]

A show featuring the furniture, accessories, and tableware of Ron and Christine Sisco of Treestump Woodcrafts from Arizona. The artists will be in the gallery to discuss the inspirations and techniques behind their unique mesquite wood pieces. The inclusion of turquoise and river rocks in their woodwork is their signature style that has been developed […]

Join international ceramic artist and Umbrella instructor Hillary Kane for a slide show and artist talk. UNEARTHED: Relics of Memory is a solo exhibition of Hillary's ceramic sculptures and paintings on display at Lucy Lacoste Gallery until September 24, 2022.

Community event! Bring your pet, a photo of your pet, or a stuffed animal. A blessing, music, fun for families, and homemade dog treats.

Auditions for the Concord Chorus: All Voice Parts Monday, September 12 from 7:30 to 10 PM Monday, September 19 from 7:30 to 10 PM Trinity Episcopal Church (Parish Hall) 81 Elm Street, Concord, MA 01742 CONTACT: Dr. Kevin Leong at kleong@concordchorus.org THE CONCORD CHORUS ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR ALL VOICE PARTS Founded in 1946, the Concord […]

Concord ablaze in all its fall glory asks us to reflect on autumn’s passage as we savor the golden afternoons and sense the crisp twilight at hand. This 90-minute twilight walking tour of old Concord town takes us down the venerable streets and byways hearing the voices of those who have come before while appreciating […]

Goodbye stress, hello good vibes! Bring on the joy through somatic engagement and expressive dance in this simple-yet-spirited spirited mindful movement practice. Led with loving kindness by Kripalu-certified guide, Molly Delehey, IN-PERSON at the BWBH Fresh Air Studio. Feel free to release and Be! Saturday, September 24 at BWBH’s BEtreat Fresh Air Studio in Concord, […]

Tuesdays 10am-1pm Sept 20-Oct 25 The portrait is an engaging subject to explore through new drawing mediums and styles. In this class, students will work with a combination of vine sticks, compressed charcoal and charcoal pencils. Through demonstrations and individual instruction, Cyrus will guide you step-by-step through the process, working from the general large shapes […]

In this lecture we will examine the artistic practice of painting after Nature while in Nature. Who has done it, how have they done it, and how have culturally-specific traditions of art making shaped the practice in different ways? During this hour-long talk we will consider both realistic and abstract aesthetics in works from Western […]

Join Karen Weintraub and Michael Kuchta for a discussion of their book Born in Cambridge: 400 Years of Ideas and Innovators on Tuesday, September 20 at 7PM at the Main Library (129 Main St., Concord). Cambridge, Massachusetts is a city of “firsts”: the first college in the English colonies, the first two-way long-distance call, the […]

Wednesdays 10am-1pm Sept 21-Oct 26 "Color is the meaning of expressing light." -Henri Matisse In these classes we will study the language of color and each pigment’s personality to build a personal palette. Enhance your color knowledge through exercises, demos and by examining past and contemporary artists’ oeuvre. Understand the mysteries and properties of color […]

Join us at 10:30am Wednesday, September 21st for an Artist Demo on The Golden “A to Z” of Acrylics with Adria Arch! This demo packs in a ton of valuable information about acrylics, guiding listeners through the basics while opening up new possibilities. Gain information about mineral and modern pigments and how this relates to […]

Come play in the sunshine on the beach at White Pond! We will warm up with basic postures for the beginning yogis and add a few more invigorating postures for the more experienced practitioners. We will use a series of poses in sequence to create a lovely flow class. All are welcome and can ramp […]

Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) uses the language of music to help children with special needs flourish. Parents often seek extracurricular activities for their children to help expand their horizons. It’s not an easy task, and it becomes even more complicated when a child has special needs. Deeply committed to providing educational opportunities for all […]

vs. Weston High School

vs. Newton High School

The final concert of our 2022 Concerts On the Lawn series at the Concord Free Public Library (CFPL) features Pete Kilpatrick on Wednesday, September 21 at 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Pete Kilpatrick is a Maine based singer/songwriter who has released nine albums and has performed with artists like Dave Matthews Band, Blues Traveler, Barenaked […]

A respiratory disease can affect the lungs, bronchus, or upper respiratory tract. Symptoms of a respiratory disease include wheezing, shortness of breath, spasms, coughing, or blood in your sputum. Respiratory diseases may be acute, such as in an infection, or they may become chronic. Some of the most common respiratory diseases are asthma, COPD, bronchitis, […]

vs. Acton-Boxborough Academy High School

vs. Lincoln-Sudbury High School

Art Opening: 4:30-7PM ArtScape/ 2nd floor 43 Bradford street; https://www.facebook.com/westconcordArtScape/

The West Concord GREEN THUMBS and ArtScape and collaborating on a gallery show called "Flowers and Flow" Share with us your creations and captures of flowers/flow - open to your artistic interpretation. PAINTERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, all MIXED MEDIA ARTISTS of any ability and age level - submit your artwork to ArtScape on Sept. 17th and 18th […]

Concord’s Fire Chief, Thomas M. Judge with over 37 years of experience, and Assistant Fire Chief, Walter Latta with over 19 years of experience, for a combined experience of over 56 years, have in the past few months, seen fire related events in Massachusetts that they have never seen here before. Please join us in […]

Enjoy wine and snacks while making an interesting and easy piece of art. Take home something amazing. New project every session. Creative fun for everyone! $45 per person, open to the public! (Fee includes all supplies, wine and snacks. Must be 21 or older. Reservation required.)

Please join our panel of experts as they provide information on how to skillfully navigate the life changes that aging might bring. If you or someone you care about needs support with daily living or has concern about driving safety, we encourage you to attend our virtual discussion. Navigating difficult conversations and creating a supportive […]

Join us IN PERSON at the beautiful BWBH BEtreat space for a fun and dynamic exploration of the sun salutation, and discover how your yoga practice can support daily life. Each Friday in September, we will build a foundation of poses while exploring movement patterns that keep us rooted and open, strong and supple. No […]

Do you often feel nervous, anxious, or on edge? Do you feel you worry too much or have little control over how much you worry or what you worry about? You are not alone; anxiety is very common. Using family and friends for support who do not have a solid understanding of anxiety can be […]

10am-3pm Friday Sept 23 No instruction, just an opportunity to develop or sharpen your life drawing and painting skills with an artist’s model, nude or clothed. Each five-hour session will feature multi poses, with at least one long pose per session. You are not required to stay for the entire session but please be prompt […]

The West Concord GREEN THUMBS and ArtScape and collaborating on a gallery show called "Flowers and Flow" Share with us your creations and captures of flowers/flow - open to your artistic interpretation. PAINTERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, all MIXED MEDIA ARTISTS of any ability and age level - submit your artwork to ArtScape on Sept. 17th and 18th […]

vs. Westford Academy High School

vs. Westford Academy High School

A storytelling performance associated with the free exhibition, Barefoot Books: 30 Years, 30 Artists, on view Sep 9-24 in The Umbrella Arts Center Visual Arts Galleries. Enjoy a free storytelling performance and family craft-making activity associated with the exhibition, Barefoot Books: 30 Years, 30 Artists, on view Sep 9-24 in The Umbrella Arts Center Visual […]

Come hang out with some of your favorite authors: Blair Babylon, Kate Canterbary, Loretta Chase, Gail Eastwood, KD Fisher, Peggy Jaeger, Julia Kent, Caroline Linden, Sarah MacLean, Namrata Patel, Weina Randel, and Hannah Reynolds. We are looking forward to a day of a booksale/signing, panel discussions, and a casual afternoon tea provided by the Friends […]

Saturday 10am-4:30pm Sept 24 This one-day Saturday Workshop is ideal for novice and beginning Watercolor painters. Much of the instruction and demonstrations will touch upon topics such as materials (a variety of paper, brushes, paint), composition, three basic washes (flat, graded and variegated), and “The Watercolor Clock.” Also discussed will be the importance of values, […]

This fall, the West Concord Junction Cultural District Committee invites you to celebrate West Concord’s industrial history as a vibrant, multicultural, entrepreneurial factory and mill town through a mural, a photo exhibit, a documentary screening, and other events. Events and Exhibitions: All are invited to attend an unveiling of a new 24’ x 8’  full-color […]

The farm stand at Sweet Autumn Farm is open every Saturday from 11am to 5pm. Certified-organic, the farm offers vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, specialty crops and herbal teas. Please visit website: www.sweetautumnfarm.com for more information. One can sign up for weekly and seasonal emails on availability. The farm is located at 180 Prospect St., Carlisle.

Treehouse Shakers’ The Boy Who Grew Flowers Based on the Barefoot Books’ Picture Book By Jen Wojtowicz Play Adaption by Mara McEwin The Boy Who Grew Flowers is a stunning visual performance for audiences for ages 5-10 and their families. Adapted from Barefoot Books’ bestselling picture book by Jen Wojtowicz, play adaption by Mara McEwin […]

Artist Becky Behar will return on September 24 from 1-4PM to facilitate another sunlight photography workshop for teens at the Concord Free Public Library Main Library (129 Main Street Concord, MA). Harness the power of the sun! Create your very own masterpiece! Using the cyanotype photographic process results in a beautiful, enigmatic monochrome print. Materials […]

A free, All-ages Grassroots Community Music Festival! More than two dozen live acts in your neighbor’s yards, within walking distance of West Concord Village. The streets surrounding West Concord Village will once again fill with music for the third annual West Concord Porchfest on September 24, 2022 from 1-5 pm (rain date: Sunday September 25). […]

“When the leaves fall, the whole earth is a cemetery pleasant to walk in. . . . How beautifully they go to their graves! How gently they lay themselves down and turn to mould. Henry David Thoreau Concord ablaze in all its fall glory asks us to reflect on autumn’s passage as we savor the […]