Age Strong Chelmsford Job Fair
When: Aug. 18, 10:00AM
Where: Chelmsford Senior Center, 75 Groton Rd.
Description
CHELMSFORD: In partnership with MassHire of Lowell. Free and open to the public. The first hour of thejob fair will give priority to job seekers 50+. Focus on full-time job opportunities as well as part-time and volunteer positions. Sign up by calling 978-251-0533 or email Natalie at
ndussault@chelmsfordma.gov.
Corn Day Lunch
When: Aug. 18, 11:30AM
Where: Chelmsford Senior Center, 75 Groton Rd.
Description
CHELMSFORD: It’s Corn Day at the Senior Center! Bring your corny jokes and learn some new ones! Join us for lunch that includes local corn on the cob. Regular lunch procedures apply. Info: 978-251-0533 or email Natalie at
ndussault@chelmsfordma.gov.
Let’s Go to a Musical! (4-part series)
When: Aug. 18, 1:00PM
Where: Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear
Description
ACTON:
Also September 1, 15 & 29. Open to out-of-town seniors. $20 for series. This four-part lecture series presented by Brian O’Connell is a retrospective look at the Broadway musical from the 1920s through the 1950s, often called Broadway’s Golden Age. We will look at the some of the major musicals, discuss composers and lyricists, delve into some historical background, and listen to all types of tunes—from show-stopping ensemble pieces to tender ballads to comedic numbers that leave us grinning, tapping our toes and maybe singing along. Info: 978-929-6652;
seniorcenter@actonma.gov.
August 18/1924 to 1933: Lady Be Good, Oh Kay!, Funny Face, Girl Crazy, and Of Thee I Sing by George and Ira Gershwin; Good News by B.G. DeSilva, Lew Brown and Ray Henderson; Show Boat by Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein; As Thousands Cheer by Irving Berlin.
Addiction Referral Center (ARC) 13th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
When: Aug. 19, 9:00AM
Where: Juniper Hills Golf Course
Description
NORTHBORO: Tee time is 9am. The tournament features top team prizes, longest drive, hole-in-one and numerous raffle prizes donated by local businesses. The $125 registration fee includes golf, cart and dinner. For information on how to provide a sponsorship or register to golf in the tournament, please call the ARC at 508-485-4357 or find more information at our website:
www.theaddictionreferralcenter.org.
Shabbat on the Beach
When: Aug. 19, 6:30PM
Where: Wayland Town Beach, 25 Parkland Drive
Description
WAYLAND/SUDBURY: Congregation B’nai Torah of Sudbury warmly invites the community to Shabbat on the Beach services and Open Houses this summer. This service led byled by B’nai Torah’s Rabbi Lisa Eiduson with Rabbi Joshua Breindel of Beth El. Prospective members are welcome to join 30 minutes prior to each beach service to learn more about Congregation B’nai Torah. Sand toys, bubbles, and sidewalk chalk await families with young children who would like to meet members of our temple and learn more about our community. R.S.V.P. to membership@bnaitorah.com if you would like to attend. Bring your beach chairs (or blanket) and a picnic dinner, and enjoy the sunset while you share the beauty of Shabbat together as a community!
ARC 13th Annual Golf Tournament
When: Aug. 20, 9:00AM
Where: Juniper Hills Golf Course
Description
NORTHBOROUGH: The Addiction Referral Center (ARC) is holding its 13th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser featuring top team prizes, longest drive, hole-in-one and numerous raffle prizes donated by local businesses. The $125 registration fee includes golf, cart and dinner. For information on how to provide a sponsorship or register to golf in the tournament, please call the ARC at (508) 485-4357 or find more information at
www.theaddictionreferralcenter.org.
FreeBee Market
When: Aug. 20, 10:30AM
Where: United Church of Christ, 773 Mass Ave.
Description
BOXBOROUGH: Free Bee Market began last year, as a way to share surplus food with the community on Saturdays
outdoors. It quickly grew and grew into a Boxborough community gathering where everything is free, focus on food and connection. This year Free Bee market returns to the Church lawn. There will be food gleaned from local supermarkets, including produce and produce as well as free plants for your own garden spaces. Dates for upcoming markets are Sept 10 and Oct. 15. Want to know more or volunteer? Email
freebeecommunity@gmail.com. Vendor tables with local resources & information. Free yoga classes every hour. Food, music & games. (978) 540-2470 for more information.
Antique Quilts & Tarbell Paintings on view at the Groton History Center’s Open House
When: Aug. 20, 10:30AM
Where: Groton History Center’s Boutwell House, 172 Main Street
Description
GROTON: A selection of quilts, ranging from antique to the early 1990s, each of distinct pattern, palette, and interest, will be on view.
Faithfully restored and reopened in 2014, the 1851 Italianate home, built for then Governor George S. Boutwell and his family, is rich in original detail and period décor. Visitors are invited to tour the house, enjoy it
’s cool, high-ceilinged rooms filled with exhibits to delight antiquarians and artists alike, and take a stroll in the gardens.
All are invited to tour the Boutwell House and grounds free of charge (donations appreciated) on August 20
th.
For more information, visit
grotonhistory.org or call 978-448-0092.
Tatiana Eva-Marie & the Avalon Jazz Band
When: Aug. 21, 3:00AM
Where: Memorial Park
Description
MAYNARD: Free summer concert. (Rain location: The Sanctuary, 82 Main Street.) Hosted by Maynard Public Library.
FPS Summer Service: Optimism and the Beginning of Things with Rev. Kathleen Hepler
When: Aug. 21, 10:00AM
Where: First Parish of Sudbury, 327 Concord Road
Description
SUDBURY: First Parish of Sudbury warmly invites the community to join in-person and online on Sundays at 10am for summer lay-led services. This will be Rev. Hepler’s first Sunday at First Parish, and she will be reflecting on the uses and misuses of optimism. She also hopes to begin to get acquainted with the congregation! Please join us in welcoming Rev. Hepler to FPS! Contact the First Parish Office at
office@fpsudbury.org or 978-443-2043 for information on services and programs or see
fpsdubury.org for the Zoom link.
Summer Concert Series: Playing Dead
When: Aug. 21, 5:00PM
Where: Ellsworth-McAfee Park (Rt. 135)
Description
NORTHBOROUGH: Concerts run Thursdays and Sundays. Food trucks will be back again this year along with some fun activities for children! These concerts are lots of fun for all ages! Playing Dead is a Grateful Dead tribute band featuring former members of Dark Star Orchestra, Slipknot!, and Uncle John's Band. Their marathon sets feature music and jams from the entire Grateful Dead catalog. Playing Dead faithfully recreates the experience of a live Grateful Dead concert. The music of The Grateful Dead is a complex stew of different styles of music including rock, blues, jazz, folk, bluegrass and more. Their improvisational style and large repertoire guaranteed that every musical performance would be unique. Every Playing Dead show is equally unique featuring different set lists each night and exciting improvisational jams. The food vendors will include Sabor Latino, Dogfather, Easy Street Tacos, Uhlman's Ice Cream and Yummy Mummy Bakery. Info: northboroughcac@gmail.com; 508-615-0898.
Monday Movie Matinee: Death on the Nile
When: Aug. 22, 1:00PM
Where: Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear
Description
ACTON: (2022, PG-13 for violence). Retelling of Agatha Christie’s mystery where detective Hercule Poirot’s vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer in Egypt turns into a terrifying search for a murderer. Cast includes Kenneth Branagh (who also directs), Gal Gadot, Annette Bening, and Armie Hammer. Info: 978-929-6652;
seniorcenter@actonma.gov;
www.actoncoa.com.
AVM Announces Summer Sing of Excerpts from Elijah by Mendelssohn
When: Aug. 22, 7:30PM
Where: Congregation B’nai Shalom
Description
WESTBOROUGH: The Assabet Valley Mastersingers will host a Summer Sing featuring excerpts from Mendelssohn’s great oratorio Elijah. Sing the choruses with members of the chorus while professional soloists sing the solos. All are welcome! Bring your music score or borrow one at the door. Admission is $10 per person at the door. All attendees will be required to show proof of COVID vaccination. All attendees are strongly encouraged to wear masks. For more information, visit
www.AVMsingers.org
Root beer Float
When: Aug. 23, 6:00PM
Where: Acton Senior Center, 30 Sudbury Road Rear
Description
ACTON: Open to out-of-town seniors. Enjoy an old fashion, root beer float. Please sign up prior to the event. A $1 donation is requested. Info: 978-929-6652;
seniorcenter@actonma.gov;
www.actoncoa.com.
Community Supper: BBQ Pork Sandwich
When: Aug. 24, 4:15AM
Where: Mt. Calvary Community Church, 472 Massachusetts Ave
Description
ACTON: Welcoming guests inside to join neighbors and friends at the tables in Fellowship Hall. It is wonderful to return to family dining as guests can now sit together and chat throughout our Supper. 4:45pm – 5:45pm Doors will open at 4:15pm Please, do not enter prior so our volunteers can prepare. Park your car in the back parking lot and come up the walkway to the church door. Guests are encouraged to be vaccinated. Please, be considerate of others and do not come if you are not feeling well. All volunteers will be vaccinated. Take-out meals are no longer available. Sponsored by Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church
Erik Hansen: Geometry Solo Exhibit
When: Aug. 24, 9:00AM
Where: 6 Bridges Gallery, 77 Main Street
Description