The Enduring Greatness of Jane Austen: a talk by Randall Warniers
Concord Free Public Library 129 Main Street, Concord
Tactile Tuesday Playgroup at Nashoba Brooks School
Nashoba Brooks School 200 Strawberry Hill Rd, Concord
Holiday Pops Concert with the Firebird Pops Orchestra
The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord
LWVCC First Friday: A Conversation About Concord Town Elections
Concord Free Public Library 129 Main Street, Concord
Holiday Pops Concert with the Firebird Pops Orchestra
The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord
Week of Events
Holiday Gift Card Program
Holiday Gift Card Program
Concord’s Community Services Division invites you to donate a gift card to a local family in need this holiday season. Last year’s program provided financial support to over 115 children living in Concord. Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, restaurants, pharmacies, or Amazon or VISA gift cards. Supermarket […]
“Family Trees” Exhibit at The Concord Museum
“Family Trees” Exhibit at The Concord Museum
30 Years of Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026 Experience a one-of-a-kind installation of dozens of stunning story trees crafted by talented local volunteers and organizations, each featuring elaborate hand-made decorations inspired by a picture book. A centerpiece of the Museum’s community-focused programing, this popular annual event celebrates children’s books and […]
Sign up for the Open Table Family to Family Holiday Drive!
Sign up for the Open Table Family to Family Holiday Drive!
Open Table invites you to create a holiday gift bag of 12 different items for either a local family and/or a senior who may be struggling this year. Past donors have said: “Our family is excited to help out this year and we hope our participation will become a new holiday tradition.” “This is a great way for people to […]
The Umbrella Winter Market
The Umbrella Winter Market
The Umbrella's 2025 Winter Market Friday, December 5: 12 PM - 5 PM Saturday December 6: 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday, December 7: 11 AM - 4 PM At our annual three-day celebration of hand-crafted fine art, come in from the cold to stroll The Umbrella’s three sunlit floors of artists' studios and galleries, […]
Gingerbread House Workshop at Verrill Farm
Gingerbread House Workshop at Verrill Farm
Sunday, December 7th - 10:00AM & 12:00PM Gingerbread House Workshops are back! Join us in the farm stand greenhouse for this fun event. All of our gingerbread houses are baked and built right here in the farm stand and are just waiting to be decorated! Farm stand bakers are on hand with decorating tips or […]
Holiday Pops Concert with the Firebird Pops Orchestra
Holiday Pops Concert with the Firebird Pops Orchestra
‘Tis the season to warm your soul with the festive sounds of the Firebird Pops Orchestra in The Umbrella’s state-of-the-art Theater 144. Cozy up to two acts of beloved holiday classics–plus some new favorites!–performed by talented musicians from across New England. Let these rich, vibrant orchestrations provide the soundtrack to your December as you enjoy […]
Concord Chorus Winter Concerts
Concord Chorus Winter Concerts
Winter Concerts: 2PM and 5PM Featuring works by Brahms, Gjeilo, Gounod, Palestrina, Still, Stainer & Vaughan Williams, and traditional carols with audience participation Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00PM and 5:00PM Memorial Chapel, Middlesex School, 1400 Lowell Rd, Concord, MA Tickets are on sale!
Pop-Up Holiday Market
Location: Trinity Episcopal Church Gallery 81 Elm Street Concord Contact: Martha N Stone Event Description Rejoice and be glad, for there is no fruitcake! The 2025 POP-UP Holiday Market will take place at Trinity Episcopal Church on Elm Street on Sunday December 7 from 11-1. This year’s event offers an array of storefronts that include Entitlements […]
Holiday Book Sale
Annual Holiday Book Sale. Thousands of new and like-new books for adults, teens, and children, plus puzzles, games, DVDs, and CDs. Goodwin Forum, Concord Free Public Library, 129 Main St. Cash or checks preferred; credit cards accepted with a fee. Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7: 1 […]
Concord’s Annual Tree Lighting
All are welcome at the Town of Concord's Annual Tree Lighting. This year's event will be host to a variety of outdoor entertainment, a parade and festive store fronts. Santa will make his way down Main Street aboard one of Concord's Fire Trucks to light the Town Tree. Event Date: December 7, 2025 Time: 3:00PM-6:00PM […]
The Enduring Greatness of Jane Austen: a talk by Randall Warniers
Join Randall Warniers for a talk on the "enduring Greatness of Jane Austen", in celebration of the 250th anniversary of her birth! Jane Austen was born in Hampshire, England on December 16, 1775, the seventh child (out of eight) in a family headed by an Anglican minister. She grew up in a lively and creative […]
Tactile Tuesday Playgroup at Nashoba Brooks School
Join us for one date or all dates in the Fall Series of the Tactile Tuesday Playgroup at Nashoba Brooks School. Aimed at children ages 1+ and a caregiver, but all are welcome for engagement with peers and school-readiness sensory activities. The Tactile Tuesday Playgroup is FREE and open to all. Feel free to share […]
Art after Hours – Pressed Flowers
Nature meets art: Make beautiful handmade cards, votive candle holders and glass ornaments using real pressed flowers. Join us for a creative and relaxing workshop where nature meets art, making beautiful handmade cards, votive candle holders and glass ornaments using real pressed flowers. We’ll guide you through the process of arranging flowers and applying them […]
OARS Giving “Back” Tuesday -rescheduled date!
Due to the forecasted snowstorm, "Clean up Your Assabet" event is postponed to December 11. Instead of asking for donations on Giving Tuesday, OARS 3 Rivers is giving back. Join us for an evening of snacks, drinks, and community, and meet the OARS team! This event also kicks off our December theme: Clean up Your […]
LWVCC First Friday: A Conversation About Concord Town Elections
Join the League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle for a discussion about Concord Town Elections. Whether you’re new to town or have been involved for years, this forum is for you. Our panel will cover the nuts and bolts of local elections and reflect on how the process has evolved (or stayed the same) over […]
West Concord Annual Holiday Stroll
Join in the holiday season fun with the West Concord businesses for the annual HOLIDAY STROLL -Sat. Dec. 13th from 12 noon - 5pmVisits from Santa and the GrinchCAROLING with the CONCORD PLAYERSBring canned goods to DONATE to OPEN TABLE
Concord Band Holiday Pops
Seasonal and contemporary selections featuring ensembles from the Band, including a trumpet trio playing "Bugler's Holiday", woodwind ensemble performing "Suite of Carols", and saxophone quartet welcoming a visit from Santa. Light refreshments will be served in the lobby before the concert and during intermission. Traditional and popular music with an audience sing-along. For tickets, please […]
