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IT’S THE SEASON OF GIVING – FIND WAYS TO GIVE LOCALLY

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PLEASE HOLIDAY GIFT CARD PROGRAM!

Give to your Community – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program!

Each year, the Town of Concord’s Community Services Division, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Community Chest, organizes a town-wide Holiday Gift Card Program to provide low-income families financial support during the holiday season. Please consider donating a gift card, in any amount, to a family in need. Gift cards from local merchants are especially welcome, as are gift cards from supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, or big box stores.

Donations will be accepted through December 11th. Gift card donations can be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Community Services Coordinator, 55 Church Street, Concord, or they may be placed in the donation drop boxes located at:

• Town House, 22 Monument Square, drop box in entry lobby to the left
• Concord-Carlisle Community Chest, 19 Main Street, Suite #2
• 55 Church Street in West Concord, drop box outside to the right of entry

Questions? Contact Bonny Wilbur, Community Services Coordinator at tel. 978-318-3034, or bwilbur@concordma.gov

OPEN TABLE FAMILY-TO-FAMILY HOLIDAY DRIVE 

This year we again invite you to create a holiday gift bag for either a local family or a senior who may be struggling this year. Many past donors have said, “Thank you! This is the most meaningful activity my family does during the holidays!” With demand for our services up significantly Open Table needs more participants to ensure that each of our clients receives a gift bag.

You will be provided with a list of suggested items to fill a gift bag. And we will send reminders and other information each of the first 12 days of December.

Gift bags will be collected in Maynard on Friday, December 16, 2-6pm and at Crosby’s Market in Concord on Saturday, December 17, 10am-1pm. Clients will receive gift bags with the final food distribution of 2022.

Thoreau Elementary Toy Swap – Come & Shop!

On Saturday, December 10 from 3-6 pm, come shop in the Thoreau Elementary cafeteria for “new-to-you” toys, games and much more! All proceeds benefit class programming, events and more for students at Thoreau Elementary.

 

The CCHS Football Team is participating in the Toy Drive with the Concord Fire-EMS Department. 

 

HOLIDAY SPIRIT CLOTHING DRIVE FOR LOCAL KIDS 

Help PreK – 12th Grade children and their families in Boston who are economically and emotionally impacted this school year.

  • New & gently used clothing Youth sizes 4-20 and Teen Sizes XS – 3X
  • New full size toiletries

 

CONCORD HOLIDAY SEASON 2022!

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COUNTDOWN TO THE HOLIDAYS!

FAMILY TREES EXHIBIT AT THE CONCORD MUSEUM

Visit the 27th Annual Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature at the Concord Museum through Monday, January 2, 2023. Admire 34 fancifully decorated holiday trees and wreaths inspired by acclaimed works of children’s literature.

CONCORD LIBRARY HOLIDAY BOOK SALE 

Friends of the Concord Free Public Library invite you to the Annual Holiday Book Sale! December 2nd, 3rd & 4th

UMBRELLA WINTER MARKET December 2-4

Unique, handmade gifts by dozens of Studio and Guest Artists and Artisans, Ceramics Studio Sale, Holiday Cafe, Maker Demos and Arts & Environment Family Drop-In Day on December 4th.

     

Concord Museum: The Fête – Friday, December 2nd

The Concord Museum transforms into a dazzling holiday wonderland. As one of the Museum’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Fête is a chance to celebrate the season with fellow friends and supporters.

CONCORD MUSEUM HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR – December 3rd

Concord’s holiday charm will be on full display in these festive, unique houses. Gather your friends and bundle up to enjoy this one-of-a-kind holiday tour! The theme for 2022’s Holiday House Tour is “Concord Through the Ages”.

CONCORD’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING AND HOLIDAY PARADE IS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4TH, 3-6PM

 

 

CONCORD ART HOLIDAY ART SALE

Join us for our Holiday Art Sale! This is a perfect opportunity to shop for your loved ones for the holidays. The opening reception will held December 1st, at 5:30pm. Runs December 1st – December 18th!

SANTA VISITS VERRILL FARM December 3rd

16th ANNUAL BARN BOUTIQUE

OPEN TABLE FAMILY-TO-FAMILY HOLIDAY DRIVE 

This year we again invite you to create a holiday gift bag for either a local family or a senior who may be struggling this year. Many past donors have said, “Thank you! This is the most meaningful activity my family does during the holidays!” With demand for our services up significantly Open Table needs more participants to ensure that each of our clients receives a gift bag.

You will be provided with a list of suggested items to fill a gift bag. And we will send reminders and other information each of the first 12 days of December.

Gift bags will be collected in Maynard on Friday, December 16, 2-6pm and at Crosby’s Market in Concord on Saturday, December 17, 10am-1pm. Clients will receive gift bags with the final food distribution of 2022.

CCM COMMUNITY SING SERIES

One-Hour Singing Sessions and Performance Opportunity for All Ages! There’s no fee to participate, just a love of singing! The Concord Conservatory of Music presents the Community Sing Series.

MUSKETAQUID FULL MOON LANTERN CELEBRATION

Join The Umbrella Arts Center and The Old Manse under the light of the full moon on December 7.

Come by to partake in a lantern-making craft, enjoy hot chocolate by the bonfire while listening to moon-inspired stories, and then bring your newly crafted lanterns on a silent, meditative walk through the meadow as the moon rises over the trees, led by C.C. King.

Thoreau Elementary Toy Swap – Come & Shop!

On Saturday, December 10 from 3-6 pm, come shop in the Thoreau Elementary cafeteria for “new-to-you” toys, games and much more! All proceeds benefit class programming, events and more for students at Thoreau Elementary.

WEST CONCORD  VILLAGE HOLIDAY STROLL DECEMBER 10th

Join the West Concord businesses as they celebrate the Holiday Season – carolers, crafts, cocoas, special holiday fare from all of your favorite West Concord shops, and more!

CONCORD CHORUS – WINTER HOLIDAY CONCERTS

The Concord Chorus, conducted by Dr. Kevin Leong, is pleased to present its annual Winter Holiday Concerts on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 2:00 and 5:00 PM at the Middlesex School’s Memorial Chapel, 1400 Lowell Road

CONCORD BAND HOLIDAY POPS

Enjoy some musical holiday cheer with the Concord Band Holiday Pops, a Concord tradition since 1976. Under the direction of Music Director James O’Dell, the Concord Band will perform a mixture of traditional holiday favorites and some new songs for the season.

A Christmas Carol, featuring actors Stephen Collins and Poornima Kirby at the Concord Free Public Library

Join actors Stephen Collins and Poornima Kirby for a funny, heartfelt journey through Charles’ Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 14 at 6:30 PM at the Concord Free Public Library.

CONCORD FAMILY NETWORK HOLIDAY PARTY

Join Concord Family Network’s holiday party, Thursday, December 15th at the TriCon Church (though the celebration is non-denominational and all are welcome) in Concord Center, stop by anytime 430-630pm. The event will include festive activities such as a winter craft, a photo booth and holiday music, pizza will be provided. Children (and adults) should plan to wear holiday jammies (adults are welcome to as well :))

This event is free for members, $10 per family for non-members.

 

HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT – December 16th & 18th

The Umbrella Stage Company in partnership with Firebird Pops Orchestra is thrilled to announce our first ever holiday pops concert!

Together with the Firebird Vox choir, the orchestra will sweep you away with magical scores from favorite seasonal blockbusters Home Alone and The Polar Express, classic favorites including Sleigh Ride, The Nutcracker, Carol of the Bells, and more!

The Grinch

December 17 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Join us for a delightful 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 a prize at the end!!! So put on your performing hats and come play with us!!! Suggested audience ages 2 – 9.

Playtime Theater performs at 53 Church Street, West Concord. All shows begin at 10:30 am.

Tickets: $5.00 per person at the door, cash or check only – no advance sales

Costume Character Day with the Grinch at the Concord Museum December 17th, 1-3pm

Come by the Concord Museum to meet the Grinch! Your heart will grow three sizes when you meet Dr. Seuss’s famous holiday character! Visitors can meet the Grinch and hear the story How the Grinch Stole Christmas! While you’re there, visit Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.

 

The CCHS Football Team is participating in the Toy Drive with the Concord Fire-EMS Department. 

 

Visit the  Gingerbread House at the Main Library Lobby!

Dr. Andrea Resciniti’s giant gingerbread house is now on display in the Main Library Lobby throughout the month of December.  This is the 24th gingerbread house Dr. Resciniti, a surgeon at Emerson Hospital, has donated to the Concord Free Public Library since 1982.

Please contribute to the Holiday Gift Card Program!

Give to your Community – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program!

Each year, the Town of Concord’s Community Services Division, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Community Chest, organizes a town-wide Holiday Gift Card Program to provide low-income families financial support during the holiday season. Please consider donating a gift card, in any amount, to a family in need. Gift cards from local merchants are especially welcome, as are gift cards from supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, or big box stores.

Donations will be accepted through December 11th. Gift card donations can be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Community Services Coordinator, 55 Church Street, Concord, or they may be placed in the donation drop boxes located at:

• Town House, 22 Monument Square, drop box in entry lobby to the left
• Concord-Carlisle Community Chest, 19 Main Street, Suite #2
• 55 Church Street in West Concord, drop box outside to the right of entry

Questions? Contact Bonny Wilbur, Community Services Coordinator at tel. 978-318-3034, or bwilbur@concordma.gov

SHOP LOCAL!

 

Holiday Happenings at the Concord Museum!

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 A CELEBRATION OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE

Concord Museum’s 26th Annual Family Trees

Join the Concord Museum to celebrate the 26th Annual Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature opening to the public on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 through Sunday, January 2, 2022.  Admire 32 fancifully decorated holiday trees and wreaths inspired by acclaimed works of children’s literature.

“Family Trees was started at the Concord Museum 26 years ago to give a creative twist to Concord’s esteemed literary history and to share one of life’s greatest pleasures- reading to a child. Since then, we have brought over 800 children’s book titles to life using trees and wreaths of all shapes and sizes as the canvas,” explained Carol Haines, Manager of Exhibitions and Design at the Concord Museum. “Such an endeavor is made possible by the talented and dedicated volunteers who organize the event and design and decorate the trees, and by our many generous sponsors, including Barefoot Books. “

This year’s Honorary Chair of Family Trees is award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin. whose work has been named by a Caldecott Honor and a Newbery Honor among others. Grace Lin explained, “Family Trees is such a joyous celebration of the holidays, and books. It’s so much fun to see your book come to life on a tree.” Past Honorary Chairs of Family Trees have included Tomie dePaola, Gregory Maguire, Peter Reynolds, Jane Yolen and her daughter Heidi Stemple, Cokie Roberts, Jerry Pinkney, D.B. Johnson, Melissa Sweet, Pamela Zagarenski and Nicole Tadgell.

 

Admission: During this benefit event, Concord Museum admission is $18 adults, $15 seniors & students; $8 Youth (6-17); Children $5 (3 to 5); Children (2 and under) free. Members Free. The Museum is open  Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm. (Also open Monday, December 27; Closed November 25,December 24 and December 25). Walk-ins welcome. Go to www.concordmuseum.org for more information and this year’s Family Tree’s Booklist. For questions 978-369-9763 x222

 

Family Trees is organized by the Concord Museum’s Guild of Volunteers as a benefit for the Museum’s education initiatives.

A special thank you to our lead sponsor Barefoot Books and to our media sponsor Boston Parents.

 

Family Trees Programs

Page to Stage Puppet Show

Saturday, December 4 | 11:00 – 11:45 am

Free with Museum admission

Colorful and beloved characters from stories around the world come alive on the puppet stage. Some stories are interactive, some hilarious, all have positive messages!

 

Constellation Craft

Sunday, December 5 |10:00 – 12:00 pm

Free with Museum admission

During Family Trees, families can drop in to read Ada and the Galaxies and imagine the universe we live in. Design your own constellation of stars while exploring the galaxy.

 

An Afternoon with Authors & Illustrators

Sunday, December 5 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Free with Museum Admission

Meet some of the accomplished authors and illustrators who books are featured in Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature. Explore the decorated forest of trees throughout the Museum and visit with authors and illustrators as they sign your books. In partnership with the Concord Bookshop.

 

Reach for the Stars Stargazing Event

Sunday, December 5 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Free with Museum Admission

Explore the galaxies without having to leave Earth! Join Jim Zebrowski of the Aldrich Astronomical Society for a demonstration of how telescopes help us see far, far away, all in honor of the new picture book, Ada and the Galaxies.

11th Annual Holiday House Tour- Inside Out!
Saturday, December 11, 2021

Join the Guild of Volunteers for the 11th Annual Holiday House Tour on Saturday, December 11!  We are thrilled to return this year’s event to an in-person format, with the exciting twist of featuring a variety of beautifully decorated outdoor spaces sure to delight and inspire.  Hidden and often overlooked spaces, like patios, porches, doorways, barns, and gazebos, will take center stage for this showcase of outdoor winter wonderlands.  Concord’s holiday charm will be on full display in these unique settings, with the magic of twinkling lights and richness of abundant greens enhanced by the seasonal atmosphere.  Gather your friends and bundle up to enjoy this one-of-a-kind holiday tour!

Tickets: $30 Museum Members/$35 General Public

Inclement weather date: Sunday, December 12

Please note: Attendees will not have access to home interiors.  The event will take place entirely outdoors.

For more information and tickets click here.

Drop-In Flower Design

Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Free with Museum Admission

Families can design their own flowers while reading Have You Ever See a Flower? And Welcome Flower Child: The Magic of Your Birth Flower. Learn about the different types of flowers and the symbolism behind them.

 

Holiday Members Night

Tuesday, December 14 | 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Free and Exclusive to Concord Museum Members

Celebrate the winter season with an evening of viewing Family Trees and enjoying festive treats. Stop by pop-up shops throughout the Museum to find unique gifts and take advantage of discounted holiday shopping. This event is open to all members of the Concord Museum.

 

 

 

Events

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Art for All Holiday Fling!

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Come support inclusive, community art at this multilayered holiday experience your whole family will enjoy! Kids of all ages are invited to make specialty holiday crafts with artists from Art for All (registration required), enjoy a Storytime, and peruse the gorgeous, award-winning children’s books from Barefoot Books (which will donate up to 50% of every purchase to support our work). You can also enjoy free, delicious, and conscientiously sourced food from Debra’s Natural Gourmet, all in the music-filled and festively decorated Barefoot Books. Don’t miss it! All ages welcome.

Note: Drop-ins are welcome; however, for holiday crafts, registration is requested by Monday, Dec. 2nd. Unfortunately, we cannot refund tickets after this date.

For anyone unable to join on Dec. 8, Barefoot Books invites Art for All supporters to come shop our shelves Monday, Dec.2 through Friday, Dec.6. Up to 50% of the proceeds from book purchases will benefit this amazing local nonprofit, all while bringing joy to the children in your life!

Barefoot Books is located at 23 Bradford Street, Floor 2. There is ample free parking.

Tickets for this event can be purchased through our Eventbrite link

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!

Holiday Gift Card Program

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Give to your Community! – Donate to the Holiday Gift Card Program

Concord’s Community Services, in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle Foundation, 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 100 children.

Gift card donations from any vendor are welcome! Some suggestions are local merchants, supermarkets, restaurants, or Amazon or VISA gift cards.

Donations may be mailed to Bonny Wilbur, Concord Community Services, 55 Church Street, Concord. Or you can drop your gift card at:
The donation box in the lobby of the Town House at 22 Monument Square.
The donation box outside the entrance of 55 Church Street in West Concord, donations can be dropped anytime, 24/7.
Or at the Concord-Carlisle Foundation located downtown, at 19 Main Street, Suite #2.

Donations accepted until Friday, December 20th. Contact Bonny Wilbur at bwilbur@concordma.gov or 978-318-3034 with any questions or for more information.

Thank you on behalf of your neighbors in need, and best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season!