Vicki Croke: ELEPHANT COMPANY

Join us at The Walden Woods Project, as part of The Concord Festival of Authors, for a presentation from best-selling author Vicki Croke!  With archival photos and film of elephants from World War II, Vicki Croke will tell the true story of ELEPHANT COMPANY. In 1920, Billy Williams came to colonial Burma as a “forest […]

https://www.walden.org/events/vicki-croke-elephant-company/

“The Urgency of Allyship”

The conversation on "The Urgency of Allyship” aims to address the critical role that allies play in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and broader society. This session will focus on understanding allyship, identifying actionable steps to become effective allies, and recognizing the impact of allyship on marginalized communities. This conversation aims to […]

“Network” at the Umbrella!

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

Nearly a half-century after Paddy Chayefsky’s chillingly prescient, Oscar-winning black comedy Network became a cinematic classic, Lee Hall’s potent and provocative new stage adaptation remains as relevant as ever as we grapple with truth, authenticity, and the search for meaning in a digital age. Veteran news anchor Howard Beale isn't pulling in the viewers. But […]

$48 – $58

Thoreau Prize Honoring J. Drew Lanham

Trinitarian Congregational Church 54 Walden St, Concord, MA, United States

The 2024 Henry David Thoreau Prize for Literary Excellence in Nature Writing, known as the Thoreau Prize, will be awarded to J. Drew Lanham. The Thoreau Prize was established in 2010 by nature writer Dale Peterson. In 2020, the Thoreau Society began administering the award. The Thoreau Prize is a literary award granted annually to […]

$25

POSTPONED: Yelena Beriyeva, Piano Inspirations Concert

Concord Conservatory of Music 1317 Main St, Concord, MA, United States

CONCERT POSTPONED - the new date will be announced soon! Described as “a paragon of the concert pianist” by the LA Examiner and “a standout performer” by The Boston Musical Intelligencer, Georgian-born American pianist Yelena Beriyeva is recognized as a talented artist of her generation. Her powerful yet graceful performances have been showcased on radio […]

$25

Now. Here. This.

The Umbrella Community Arts Center 40 Stow St., Concord, MA, United States

The Umbrella Stage Company is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of “Now. Here. This.” – a musical jaunt that explores humor, heart, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of cosmic adventures, four friends share stories about identity, laughter, living, and middle school, all while attempting to step directly into the elusive “present moment.” Hailed […]

$48

Sleepy Hollow 5K

Beede Center 498 Walden St, Concord, MA, United States

Fun run for kiddos and 5K race. Costume welcome. Trophies for winners. Medals for all. Goodie bags for the fun-runners

$5 – $40

CYT Yard Sale Bake Sale

Concord Youth Theatre 53 Church St., Concord, MA, United States

Happening Saturday, 9am-1pm! Concord Youth Theatre 53 Church Street

Saturday Tasting

Vintages Adventures in Wine 53 Commonwealth Avenue, Concord, MA, United States

Stop by this Saturday, 12 - 4, to taste through some selections that will pair perfectly with all your favorite fall activities! West County Cider Redfield $14.99 La Tosa Sauvignon $30 Domaine Buisson Bourgogne Blanc $40 Lapalu Cote de Brouilly Vieilles Vignes $35 Castello di Neive Barbaresco $42 Emilio Moro Tempranillo $32

Hartwell Halloween

MinuteMan Visitor Center 250 North Great Road, Lincoln, MA, United States

October 26, 2024 (Rain Date October 27, 2024) Hartwell Tavern 5:30 – 9:00pm When the autumn darkness sets in, we invite all who dare to visit a candle-lit Hartwell Tavern, share ghostly folklore with park staff and volunteers and learn how the people of Colonial New England protected themselves from evil spirits and witches. Listen […]