Concord’s Bird Life from Thoreau’s Day to Today
Concord Free Public Library 129 Main Street, ConcordNashoba Brooks School Summer Concert Series
Nashoba Brooks School 200 Strawberry Hill Rd, ConcordConcord Players present: The Merry Wives of Windsor – Library Lawn
Concord Free Public Library 129 Main Street, ConcordWeek of Events
RIVERFEST 2024 Events
RIVERFEST 2024 Events
COME, CONNECT, AND EXPERIENCE YOUR LOCAL WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS! A RIVERFEST SUMMER! Enjoy free hikes, paddles, walks, and family fun during the month of July in this annual celebration of the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Wild and Scenic River. Explore all the rivers have to offer, just west of Boston! READ MORE 2024 […]
Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood Exhibit
Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood Exhibit
June 28 - September 2, 2024 Jasmine Chen, Artist in Residence, Fall 2023 Catherine LeComte Lecce, Artist in Residence, Winter/Spring 2024 This year's artists-in-residence exhibition, entitled “Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood,” highlights the work of Fall Artist-in-Resident Jasmine Chen and Winter/Spring Artist in Resident Catherine LeComte Lecce. From paintings to photography to installation art, the diverse practices of the artists lend […]
Now Accepting Submissions: Photography on the Farm
Now Accepting Submissions: Photography on the Farm
Submissions are now open for Photography on the Farm at Gaining Ground! This special outdoor gallery opens September 7 at our Concord-based farm to showcase the creative talents of our community while providing visitors with the latest information on food security. In the meantime, we seek original, digital images of farming, gardening, cultural foodways, environmental […]
RIVERFEST 2024 Events
RIVERFEST 2024 Events
COME, CONNECT, AND EXPERIENCE YOUR LOCAL WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS! A RIVERFEST SUMMER! Enjoy free hikes, paddles, walks, and family fun during the month of July in this annual celebration of the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Wild and Scenic River. Explore all the rivers have to offer, just west of Boston! READ MORE 2024 […]
Concord’s Bird Life from Thoreau’s Day to Today
Concord’s Bird Life from Thoreau’s Day to Today
As part of Riverfest, join us for a colorful talk on what birds Henry David Thoreau saw versus the birds we see today. Some are still here in strong numbers. Our grassland birds have become rare. A number of forest and marsh birds that used to nest here but have vanished as breeders. Many southern […]
Gentle Flow Yoga Class at Fowler
Gentle Flow Yoga Class at Fowler
Join local yoga instructor Jen for drop-in yoga for adults. This gentle flow class is accessible for all levels and focuses on breath, alignment, and truly grounding movement. Yoga mats and blocks are available, but you can also bring your own. Classes will continue 7/24 and 7/31. Please see the library event calendar for more […]
Nashoba Brooks School Summer Concert Series
Nashoba Brooks School Summer Concert Series
Join in on the Summer Concert Series at Nashoba Brooks School on Wednesdays from July 17 through August 7. The events starts with the Summer Wonders activities for children from 4:30-5:00 p.m. Plan to stay for the concerts from 5:00-6:00 p.m. by packing a blanket or chairs and a picnic. Each week is a different […]
Silent Movie Show with Richard Hughes
Silent Movie Show with Richard Hughes
If you’re curious about watching silent movies with live piano accompaniment from the twenties, now’s your chance to experience the comic genius of Harold Lloyd and Buster Keaton. Before showing the movies, Richard will show a few movie clips from some of Buster’s greatest films, filled with laughs and gags. Richard Hughes is a summer […]
We Were Friends Play – Two Years In: Birthdays
We Were Friends Play – Two Years In: Birthdays
Award-winning Firelight Theatre Workshop presents We Were Friends, a playful reimagining of Margaret Fuller and Ralph Waldo Emerson’s profound friendship set in today’s world. In this 12-part series (two episodes of which are being performed at the Concord Museum this summer), Firelight explores the intimate and private moments of this deep, platonic friendship. The series […]
Concord Rec Summer Concert Series
Concord Rec Summer Concert Series
7/11 The Reminisants 7/18 Beantown Swing Orchestra 7/25 Elastic Five Band 8/1 Stacey Peasley-Family & Kid's Show 8/8 The Band Brandy
Talk Yoga at Fowler, Ages 3-7
Talk Yoga at Fowler, Ages 3-7
Talk Yoga classes incorporate movement, mindfulness, games, and music to boost language, articulation, and sensory awareness. Benefitting children of all abilities, these classes help students connect their minds and body and gain acceptance, confidence, and self-awareness. For additional information and to register, please see the library event calendar. This program is made possible by the […]
Curator Spotlight Talk: What Makes History?
Curator Spotlight Talk: What Makes History?
Take a deep dive into highlights from the special exhibition What Makes History? New Stories from the Collection with Concord Museum curator, David Wood. Rather than an extensive tour of the exhibition, this spotlight talk will delve into the history and artistry of a selection of objects in the exhibition including fireplace bellows, chairs, and […]
The Fate of this Country: Massachusetts Militia on Alarm 1757- 1775
The Fate of this Country: Massachusetts Militia on Alarm 1757- 1775
North Bridge Visitor Center Saturday, July 20 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm (35 Minutes) In 1757, the people of Massachusetts were under threat of French invasion. Through the crisis, they learned valuable lessons to better prepare themselves for the future. In 1774, a new threat emerged, and the people drew from their past experiences to […]
Drawing Jam: Monsters, dinos, and aliens
Drawing Jam: Monsters, dinos, and aliens
Rekindle your love of drawing - just for fun. For art makers 18+, 12 - 17 with an adult. Join us to practice, share ideas, and connect. Materials and prompts provided. New themes every 2 weeks! Saturday, July 20th, create monsters, dinos, and aliens! They may be benevolent or sinister, cute or terrifying, comical or […]
Concord Players present: The Merry Wives of Windsor – Library Lawn
Concord Players present: The Merry Wives of Windsor – Library Lawn
Presenting our summer Shakespeare: The Merry Wives of Windsor (Performances: July 20 – 28, 2024) Directed by Jim Porter The Merry Wives of Windsor is a fun frolic, a comedy that lampoons the idea that the men are the cleverer of the sexes, and that reinforces the concept of true love. With themes of love and […]