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Light and Shadow – Winter Art Show

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Where: 509 Great Rd, Stow

January 6–February 27, 2026
Pompositticut Community Center, 509 Great Rd, Stow


The Stow Area Guild of Artists (SAGA) presents Light and Shadow, a winter exhibition exploring contrast, illumination, and atmosphere through a variety of artistic styles and media.

Free reception: Friday, January 23, 5–7 PM.
Featured artists include Sondra Albano, Shirley Beltz, Mary Coombs, Richard Fishman, Helen Rolfe Ham, Anne McKeag, Karen Roop, Kathy Sferra, Charlie Streff, and Anna Vanesyan.
Info: stow-artists.org
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Tom Denney Nature Camp Register Now!

When:
Where: 44 Flanagan Road, Bolton

Kindergarten – 5th graders: Games in the fields and woods! Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Tracking, Hiking, Shelter Building, Animal Adventures, Predator and Prey, Campfires & more!

6th -9th graders – Eco Adventures program with Kayaking, Water Guns, Thursday Nighttime Games & S’mores.

9th grade or above – Counselor-in-Training program.

Campers welcome from all towns.
Mondays–Fridays in July & August from 9–3.
After care available.
More info or to Register: tomdenneynaturecamp.org
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AB STEAM Online Auction Supports ABRHS STEAM Clubs

When:
Where: online

The AB STEAM Online Auction, originally part of DiscoverSTEM 2025, is now LIVE!
Launched on January 16 at the ABRHS Science Fair, the auction runs through 7:00 PM on February 5, closing at the AB STEAM Open House and Hackathon showcase at Danny’s Place. Winning items may be picked up at the Hackathon event. Thanks to the generosity of local Acton-area businesses from Boston Bijoux to Open Door Education, Kitchen Outfitters, Huntington Learning, Pedal Power, Eco Quiet Lawn Care, C0deEX, Silver Unicorn bookstore, The Discovery Museum and more, 100% of auction proceeds benefit ABRHS STEAM Clubs. To learn more and place your bids, scan the QR code on the flyer or check out the auction on the AB STEAM event page at ABSteam.org/events.

AB STEAM (formerly AB PIP STEM) is a volunteer-led nonprofit supporting K–12 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM) education in Acton and Boxborough, MA.  New volunteers are always welcome and needed to offer fun FREE STEAM events and activities! Visit ABSTEAM.org or contact info@absteam.org.
https://www.absteam.org/events/ab-steam-online-auction
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19 Carter Hosts Social Singing with Music Includes

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Monday, February 2, 4:30pm | Social Singing with Music Includes
Music Includes brings people of all abilities and identities together for inclusive, high-quality musical experiences. Join us in a safe, joyful space to share songs of all kinds. Select Mondays from Jan 19 - April 27.  Register at nacc.net. Learn more at ldfamusic.com/music-includes.

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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19 Carter Hosts Open Mic for Comics

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Monday, February 2, 7:30pm | Open Mic for Comics
Join us for our monthly, laid-back night of comedy brought to you by OMP Productions and the Carnival Personnel Podcast. Comics can sign up for a stand-up slot in advance by emailing openmicpain@gmail.com. Audience welcome! Ages 18+ Suggested donation: $5

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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Acton Garden Club Presents

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Where: Acton Town Hall 

February Program
Date Feb 3, 2026, 10:30am
Location Acton Town Hall
Speaker Lisey Good, Wild Cohasset founder
Topic Invasive Plants: Techniques you don't know + how to fight them with native plants

Invasive plants range from a minor nuisance to a dire threat to endangered species and entire forests.  How to tell the difference?  And what are the best ways to identify and remove the plants that can do the greatest harm? This program will help gardeners identify common invasive plants in Massachusetts and will teach them how to deal with the very worst offenders.  It will include new techniques developed abroad-- and even some "passive” methods that use native plants to fight the battle.

Lisey Good is the founder of Massachusetts-based environmental group Wild Cohasset, which works to support the native plants of New England and to help all the wildlife that depend upon these plants for survival. A frequent lecturer on issues related to biodiversity and wildlife, Lisey was formerly the on-air interior designer for the Emmy Award winning television program This Old House. Today, she works in marketing, PR and fundraising for animal welfare organizations such as Second Chance Animal Services.

Lisey will discuss the major issue of invasive plant species in our area, how to identify them, and why and how we should combat them involving the restoration of appropriate 
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19 Carter Hosts Book Launch: When Did We See You? A Lenten Reflection on Poverty and Wealth

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Tuesday, February 3, 6pm | Book Launch: When Did We See You? A Lenten Reflection on Poverty and Wealth
Berlin resident Reverend Dr. Elizabeth Mae Magill invites us into an honest conversation about faith, money, and community, posing hard questions about poverty, wealth, and what it means to follow Jesus in an economically divided world. Cost: Free!

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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An Introduction to Tools and Tool Sharpening

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Where: 52 Main St, Northborough

February 3, 2026, 6:30PM Northborough Historical Society

Bring your hand pruners—this will be a hands-on session, and you’ll learn how to sharpen your own tools. www.northboroughgardenclub.com
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CYT - Teen Company Auditions: Into the Woods

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Where: 53 Church Street in Concord

Announcing Auditions for Into the Woods! Teen Company is for students in grades 9-12 Auditions Feb 3 from 7:00-9:30; Callbacks Feb 4 April 2026
Teen Company Production Sign up here (https://concordyouththeatre.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db223104e70aa9c661a61a14a&id=28e4feb2a3&e=d77747ea17) to audition.

CYT’s Teen Company performs works that allow students to stretch in different roles, use teamwork to accomplish big goals, and set incremental goals for themselves as individual performers. This performance company is open to young people in grades 9 through 12.

We invite you to audition for Into the Woods, a 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine How far would you go to make your wish come true? Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (of beanstalk fame), and a baker and his wife find out when they take a journey into the woods. It’s a magical, bewildering place full of witches, wolves, giants, and mysterious strangers where familiar fairy tales tangle and twist together. Wishes come true here, but at a price.

Auditions: Tuesday, February 3 from 7:00-9:30. You must be there the full time to be considered - please arrive promptly. If called back, callback auditions are Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30-9:00. Rehearsals: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday evenings, some Saturdays First Rehearsal: Read-through is Sunday, February 8; regular rehearsals start Monday, February 23 Tech Rehearsals: April 5-9

Performances: April 10 @ 7:00; April 11 @ 4:00; April 12 @ 2:00 Tuition: $500 All auditions will be held at 53 Church Street, Concord, MA. If you have any questions, please call 978-371-1482 or send an email to concord_youth_theatre@concordyouththeatre.org.
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An Evening with the Bedford Minuteman Company
Wednesday, February 4, 7:00 to 8:30 PM,
1st Floor Meeting Room, 7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA

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Where: 7 Mudge Way, Bedford

In honor of America's 250th anniversary, join the Bedford Minutemen for an evening filled with history and music.

What were the Bedford Minutemen doing in 1775 and beyond? Why is the Bedford Flag important? What is Pole Capping? How were the fife and drums important to the troops? What does it take to be a historical reenactor now?

The Bedford Minuteman Company, and Bedford's Town Historian and preeminent Bedford Flag scholar Sharon McDonald, will answer all these questions and more. The Company will also play examples of fife and drum music.

Learn more about the Bedford Minutemen on their website: https://bedfordminutemen.org/
No Registration Required
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Assabet Valley Camera Club Program

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Where: 29 Church Street, Hudson

HUDSON: On Wednesday, February 4, the Assabet Valley Camera Club (AVCC) is pleased to host Shawn Carey, wildlife photographer and teacher for Mass Audubon Society. His presentation will take you on a virtual field trip to the Falkland Islands off the southern coast of Argentina where you will find some of the islands’ amazing wildlife. The Falklands are home to at least five different species of penguins, other endemic birds, as well as various aquatic animals. Bird watchers and wildlife photographers are sure to enjoy this program!

As a member of several bird clubs, Shawn has gained extensive avian knowledge and serves on the Advisory Board of the Mass Audubon Society and its Bird Art Museum. He has been the chair of the Mass Camera Naturalists and co-founded Migration Productions where he provides almost all of the digital photographs in their productions. Carey's work can be viewed at https://migrationproductions.com/ .
Currently, AVCC meetings are using a hybrid approach where members can come together either in person or via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the program, contact AVCC at avcc.digital@hotmail.com a few days prior to the meeting to request a link to the event or to let us know you will be attending in person. Guests are welcome to attend up to two consecutive club meetings prior to becoming a member. For membership information, go to https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com/Club/MembershipInfo.aspx .The club’s Zoom room opens at 7:00 PM with a brief business meeting at 7:15 followed by Shawn’s presentation at 7:30.

AVCC in-person meetings are held at the Hudson Senior Center, 29 Church Street, Hudson and are open to the public. The first meeting of the month generally features a program designed to instruct and/or to entertain camera enthusiasts. During the second monthly meeting, a competition of members’ digital images is judged and critiqued by qualified individuals. Assabet Valley Camera Club, affiliated with both the New England Camera Club Council (NECCC) and the Photographic Society of America (PSA), participates in inter-club competitions on regional, national and international levels.

AVCC welcomes anyone interested in learning more about photography as a visual art and its practical application as a science.  Members benefit from the hands-on experiences, from the knowledge presented in programs, and from having their work critiqued. For more information, check out AVCC's website https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com//
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AB STEAM Hackathon Showcase & Open House on Feb 5

When:
Where: 543 Massachusetts Ave, Acton

Acton Boxborough - Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM

Danny’s Place, 543 Massachusetts Ave, Acton
Please join us for the AB STEAM Hackathon Showcase and Open House, with light refreshments, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Danny’s PlaceStudent Hackathon presentations begin at 5:30 PM.

AB STEAM partnered with the Town of Acton Conservation and Sustainability Office, with grant support from the Integral Charitable Foundation, to engage Acton-Boxborough middle and high school students in developing innovative solutions to local flooding challenges. The project focuses on flooding affecting Acton conservation lands, roads, and culverts.

Over the past seven months, Hackathon teams have worked hard researching and designing unique solutions to address flooding in Acton.  We are grateful for the participants’ dedication and invite community members to join us in learning from, supporting, and celebrating the Hackathon teams as they share their local flood solutions.  And one day, hopefully we can see these solutions become a reality throughout Acton!

Coverage of the Hackathon launch by The Acton Exchange and ActonTV, along with additional event details, can be found on the AB STEAM Hackathon webpage: www.absteam.org/hackathon

This event also marks the closing of the AB STEAM DiscoverSTEM Online Silent Auction, which benefits ABRHS STEAM Clubs. Bidding is open now and ends at 7:00 PM on February 5.
Thank you, and we hope to see you there! Learn more about AB STEAM, the Hackathon, and upcoming events at ABSteam.org/events
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Emma's Revolution Perform Songs of Hope & Resistance Feb 6

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Where: 19 Foster Street, in Littleton

California-based, activist singer/songwriting duo Emma's Revolution will perform Songs of Hope & Resistance, a benefit for immigrant and refugee justice at First Church Unitarian, Littleton at 19 Foster Street, in Littleton, on Friday February 6, at 7pm ET/4pm PT. If you can’t make it in person, attend by live stream with replay. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Livestream are $25. No one will be turned away. For tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/LittletonFeb6.

Attendees are invited to participate in an informal protest poster contest on Reclaiming Our Democracy, with the audience voting for the winners. Bring your favorite family-friendly protest poster to express outrage, hope, irony, democracy, patriotism, and more. 
As independent artists and queer and non-conforming women, Emma’s Revolution has a national presence among communities, organizations and venues that share the duo's vision of valuing people over profit, choosing compassion over violence, demanding accountability and building a more just and sustainable world. 

Known for fearless, truth-telling lyrics and melodies you can’t resist singing, Emma's Revolution is the award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries and Sandy O. Performances feature the duo's signature soaring harmonies and lush acoustic instruments, in songs that span folk to jazz and funk to rock. 

Get recharged, inspired and energized in community, justice and song to benefit the International Institute of New England and its work supporting immigrants and refugees for more than half a century.

 “In this intense and unprecedented time, when our rights, norms and democracy are on the line, all of our voices are needed to create the country and the world we want to live in,” said Emma’s Revolution musician Pat Humphries.

Sponsored by First Church Unitarian in Littleton and its Reclaiming Our Democracy task force, which meets monthly to strategize how best to protect our civil rights and the separation of power guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.
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Acton-Boxborough's Family Network Event

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Where: 493 Massachusetts Ave, Boxborough

Join us for the annual Sweetie Valentine's Day Party on Saturday, February 7th at 9:30 AM! All ABFN members and local families are invited to join us at the Blanchard Elementary School gymnasium for a morning of fun and festivities.
Kids will enjoy live entertainment plus plenty of crafts and hands-on activities led by local preschools. For those who prefer a quieter experience, we invite you to our Sensory Friendly Party from 9:30 to 10 am. Afterwards, the general party will be from 10am-11:30am. 
 
Free for ABFN members! Non-member families can join for $10. (Not a member? [Signup and enjoy member perks!])

Pre-registration is REQUIRED for non-member families and greatly appreciated for members to help us keep everyone safe. Only member families can walk-in. 
Pre-registration closes at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 7th.

Give Back with Us! This year, we’re supporting First Connections by collecting diapers (sizes 4-7) for their diaper pantry. Bring your diaper donations to the party.

Let's celebrate Valentine's Day with fun, friendship, and community spirit – we can’t wait to see you there!

Register here: https://www.abfamily.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=802795&item_id=2766316
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Do you Love cookies? Do you love the library? Let’s put the two together!

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Where: Reuben Hoar Library, 35 Shattuck St, Littleton

February 7th, 10:30

Come to the library and choose from a selection of homemade cookies to fill a cute little box. Suggested donation $5. Find us downstairs by the Children's room until the cookies run out - and don't forget the RHL will be celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day!
 
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Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair in Westford on February 7

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Where: 130 Littleton Rd (Rt. 110), Westford

Local parents looking for information on summer camps and kids’ activities will find over 25 programs at the Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair in Westford on Saturday, February 7. The Fair will take place at Orchard Church, 130 Littleton Rd (Rt. 110), Westford MA from 11 am to 1:30 pm.

Coordinated by Macaroni KID Lowell, the Summer Camp Fair is free to attend.  Families can gather information and talk with representatives from local and overnight camps, summer programs, and local schools offering year-round activities such as sports, STEM, coding, art and more. There will also be kids' activities and giveaways.

Camps exhibiting at the Summer Camp Fair include local favorites such as Good Pickin' Farm, Camp Massapoag, and Teamworks Adventure Camp as well as specialty and overnight camps such as Grotonwood, The Story School, Third Space Kitchen, and Camp Stonewall.  Macaroni KID Lowell also has an online Summer Camp Guide on its website (Lowell.MacaroniKid.com) as a resource for parents who cannot attend the Camp Fair.
For a list of camps attending the Fair, please visit Macaroni KID Lowell at https://lowell.macaronikid.com.  Exhibitor requests and other requests for information can be directed to barbarae@macaronikid.com or (978) 239-3038.
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19 Carter Hosts Veg Group: Cooking with Plants!

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Saturday, February 7, 11:30am | Veg Group: Cooking with Plants!
This month guest speaker Tracy Zook will talk about plant foods and recipes especially delicious in February! Suggested donation: $5

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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NASHOBA SYMPHONIC BAND FEATURES TRUMPET RHAPSODY

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Where: Nashoba Regional High School, Route 117 in Bolton

The Nashoba Symphonic Band, under the direction of David Wayne Bailey continues its 10th Anniversary season on Saturday, February 7th at 2 pm in the auditorium of Nashoba Regional High School, Route 117 in Bolton MA (GPS says Green Road). The concert is entitled “On Your Toes,” with most of its selections related to forms of dance.

The program opens with the ragtime dance, Ragged Rozey by veteran band composer Karl L. King, and continues with Warren Benson's haunting Solitary Dancer, and the captivating Italian Polka by Sergei Rachmaninov, scored by Erik Leidzen for the world-famous Goldman Band.

The featured work on the program is the Rhapsody for Trumpet and Wind Orchestra by Armenian composer, Alexander Arutiunian, performed by the NSB first chair trumpet player, Joseph Cosgrove.

The second half of the program opens with Choreography by Robert Sheldon. Sheldon's Wolves of Nashoba, commissioned by NSB, was premiered in May of 2025.
The program concludes with a rousing set of Symphonic Dances from Jerry Bock's timeless “Fiddler on the Roof.”

For further information, contact David Bailey (baileydavidwayne@gmail.com),
Nashoba Symphonic Band is a program of the Nashoba Regional High School. It is supported in part by grants from Ashby, Berlin, Bolton, Lancaster, and Stow Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by the MA Cultural Council, a state agency.
All Nashoba Symphonic Band events are free and open to the public.  
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The Elephant in The Room: A Prison With No Bars”

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Where: Acton

Join us for the local release of a collection of writings by community activists about resiliency when faced with extreme systemic and institutionalized social ills including incarceration, physical and mental abuse, and stigmatization. The book is a collection of an inspiring writings by 7 community activists. The authors, with the help of mentors, are survivors and now authors who have emerged from unconscionable circumstances to become community leaders and are sharing stories of their journeys.

Please join us on Saturday February 7th, 6-8 pm for an evening of discussion and readings. Daniel (Danny) Mckenzie, one of the 7 authors will be available onsite to sign books. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Book Synopsis from the Publisher:

This book is a testament to the human spirit's determined will to
persevere. Whether you're facing your own uphill battles or simply
seeking inspiration, The Elephant in The Room; A Prison with No Bars
offers a beacon of hope, proving that transformation is within
everyone's reach. Embark on this empowering adventure today and start redefining what’s possible for you! There is a story in this book for
every reader!

Sponsored by the Windsor Institute's "(R)Evolutionaries Among Us" program dedicated to educating about how small as well as large acts can help us evolve as a society... The Windsor Institute is a non-profit dedicated to helping us all learn and share... More info: 24w.org
 
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Boxborough Minutemen Welcomes New Members February 7

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Where: 650 Massachusetts Ave Boxborough

The Boxborough Company of Minutemen is always looking for new members. The Company is holding its annual Wine and Cheese party for current members and prospective new members on Saturday February 7 at 7:00 pm. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org.
 
The Boxborough Minutemen Company is open to anyone of least 18 years of age, regardless of gender or town of residence, who is interested in service to the Town and/or perpetuating the memory of the Minutemen of 1775.  You do not need to be a marcher or revolutionary war re-enactor to join the Company.

Our members may participate in any number of the Company's activities including marching in parades and town celebrations, organizing the annual Fifer's Day town festival, performing seasonal clean-ups on Route 111, sponsoring the Boy and Cub Scouts, providing volunteers to the FreeBee Market, community supper, and other service organizations, and participating in our various social functions. The Company also provides financial support to a variety of service organizations and sponsors a number of annual scholarships to Boxborough students who are continuing their education after high school.

All are welcome to come and make new connections with others.
For more information visit www.boxboroughminutemen.org.
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On Bleecker Street: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Saturday, February 7th

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Where: 1A North Road, Chelmsford

Chelmsford Center for the Arts On Bleecker Street: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Saturday, February 7th at 7:30 pm. Led by Fred Krug and Brian Crane, this acclaimed cover band performs everything from greatest hits to deep cuts, all with stunning accuracy. Saturday, February 7th at 7:30 pm in the auditorium. Regular tickets $30, $25 for students and seniors.

ABOUT THE BAND: Fred Krug and Brian Crane met in high school over 30 years ago where they discovered a shared love of music in general, and of Simon & Garfunkel in particular. They have been singing together ever since. Krug and Crane have headlined multiple concerts-in-the park around the greater Susquehanna region (Danville, Lewisburg, Eagles mere). They have performed sold-out shows at the Booth Theater, and have entertained at standing-only private events at the Villages in Florida. Audiences have been delighted and moved by a tribute to the music that defined much of the folk music of the 60’s.

Facebook: Chelmsford Center for the Arts Instagram: @chelmsfordarts www.chelmsfordarts.org   Chelmsford Center for the Arts | 1A North Road | Chelmsford, MA 01824
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Groton Grange Contra Dance February 7, 2026

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Where: 80 Champney Street, Groton

Groton Grange #7 invites you to our traditional New England Contra Dance on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 7:30 - 10:00 PM , at Historic Groton Grange Hall, 80 Champney Street. This will be an evening of live music and dancing with Groton's own Contra  Banditos, along with caller Dudley Laufman,  who  will teach traditional New England style contra, square, and line dances to the beat of old time fiddle tunes. Beginners are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary.

Suggested donation at the door is $5.00  per person, children under  3  years old are free, and family maximum is $20.  Made possible by a  grant from the Town of Groton lecture Funds. Refreshments are provided. Bring your soft soled dancing shoes .

Parking allowed only on the Grange side of Champney St. 
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More Funny at the PCA with Comedy Open Mic Night #3

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Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

The second of the season, the Parish Center for the Arts (PCA) is holding another Comedy Open Mic night on February 7 at 7:30pm! These mic nights are open to the public ($5 suggested donation), and all are welcome. You can bring your funny (if slots are available) and take the stage, or just come to watch (and laugh)! Each night will have different guest host; each night will have special guest comedians; and each night has 12 5-minute slots for local stand-up folks to sign up and present a set. It’ll be fun for all!

On February 7, we're excited to welcome host Wayne Russell! Wayne Russell is a stand-up comic based in Boston, known for his unique blend of everyday life humor and the oddities of life. He has been performing for over 20 years, drawing inspiration from his experiences and the weirdness in his life. Fans can catch Wayne Russell at various venues, including the Tupelo Music Hall, where he hosts a Valentine's Day show. His comedy showcases a mix of personal anecdotes and comedic observations, making him a beloved figure in the comedy scene.
Remaining Comedy Open Mic dates include June 20, 2026 with Jenni Fitz. For more information about the PCA's Comedy Open Mics, be it as an audience member or if you interested in a slot at the mic, email admin@pcawestford.org or visit pcawestford.org and click on Performances; Comedy! You can also find the PCA on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!

Ticket link: https://parisharts.square.site/shop/comedy/4MARKKLWR4LGVPZ4YHVLDAGW

Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
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Come see Boxborough’s Treasures 

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Where: 575 Middle Road, Boxborough

The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road will be open from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday February 8.  Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old).  Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or if anyone wishes to arrange a private tour for a small group at a different time please call John Fallon at 978-264-0069.
 
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19 Carter Hosts Armchair Traveler: Riding the Rails from Worcester to San Francisco

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Sunday, February 8, 2pm | Armchair Traveler: Riding the Rails from Worcester to San Francisco
Join Lee Tabor as he recounts a 4-day, 3-night trip on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited and the legendary California Zephyr from Worcester to San Francisco! Cost: Free!

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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Winter Reflections: An Afternoon with Bach, Schubert and Brahms

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Where: 327 Concord Road, Sudbury

Escape the winter doldrums and experience a calming afternoon of music with the Friends of the Goodnow Library.The Friends are presenting a winter concert entitled Winter Reflections: An Afternoon with Bach, Schubert, and Brahms on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 3 PM at First Parish Church, 327 Concord Road, Sudbury.

The concert will feature performers from the New England Conservatory of Music. The performance will include Dylan Cohen (viola), Ravani Loushy Kay (violin), Eric Schindler (cello), and August Baik (piano).

Seating will be first come, first served. Free parking is available at First Parish Church or across the street behind Sudbury Town Hall.
In the event of inclement weather, please check www.friendsofgoodnow.org for updates.

This program is made possible by a generous bequest from Stella and Frank Ricciardi to the Friends of the Goodnow Library.
 
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Andrea Kamens Invites All to Sunday Afternoon Accessible, Family-Friendly Storytime

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Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

Online and in-person, always interactive, Storyteller Andrea Kamens is known for her fairy, folk and trickster tales, original and custom stories that cater to family-friendly audiences of all ages and special needs. Parish Center for the Arts is thrilled to bring Kamens to the PCA Stage at 10 Lincoln Street on February 8 at 4pm. So pack up your favorite snacks, beverages and listening ears, and mark your calendars for an afternoon of story time engagement! Tickets range from $20-$25. Cabaret seating. For information about this and all upcoming concerts at the PCA, call (978) 692-6333 or visit pcawestford.org.

Andrea Kamens tells traditional, original, Jewish, and first-person stories that tremble with truth. Based in Boston and Zooming everywhere, she’s a host, emcee and feature coordinator at The Story Space, New England's longest running weekly venue started by Brother Blue and Ruth Edmonds Hill, and founding director of ASST’s Youth Standing Strong Camp, an online global story arts camp where youth and mentors meet across all borders to share their stories. Andrea is a religious school teacher, teaching artist, writer, mom of five, and decades-long community volunteer who loves a well-run meeting, a jump in the ocean, an inclusive event that bends the arc to justice, and traveling to meet you!

For more information about the PCA and their season, visit pcawestford.org, email admin@pcawestford.org or find them on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!

Direct ticket link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/2-8-26-andrea-kamens-storyteller/PXW7AZ2L4W3JH7RCS7DA6X2R

Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
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19 Carter Hosts Social Singing with Music Includes

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Monday, February 9, 4:30pm | Social Singing with Music Includes
Learn more at ldfamusic.com/music-includes.

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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SFCOA FUNDRAISER - SHOP LOCAL

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Where: 509 Great Rd, Stow

Resale Shop on 2/10/26 from 9 am - 1 pm at the Pompo Community Center

Who doesn't love a bargain!  Shop local and support Stow’s senior residents.  Household goods, home decor and MUCH more! Too many items to list something for everyone at bargain prices. The Thrift Shop & Gift Shop will also be open. Visit https://stowfriendsofthecoa.org/ for more information.
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19 Carter Hosts Chat with Public Health Nurses Susie + Sandi!

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Tuesday, February 10, 1:30pm | Chat with Public Health Nurses Susie + Sandi!
Stop by to chat with Public Health Nurses Susie Thompson and Sandi Richard over tea or coffee. All are welcome.

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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Boston CASA Seeks Volunteers to Advocate for Foster Youth in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties
Virtual information session to take place on January 27 for those interested in joining the spring training cohort 

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Where: Zoom

Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is issuing an urgent call for volunteers to advocate on behalf of children in the foster care system. Currently, only 15% of eligible foster youth in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties have access to a CASA — a trained, court-appointed volunteer who provides consistent, one-on-one support and helps shape critical legal and life decisions.

Imagine facing judges, rotating caseworkers, and endless transitions as a child, without one adult focused solely on what's best for you," said Nicole Stewart, Executive Director of Boston CASA and a former foster youth. "That's what foster youth experience. A CASA changes that equation. We're looking for volunteers prepared to show up consistently, advocate fiercely, and be the person a child can count on."
With virtual information sessions beginning January 27, Boston CASA encourages compassionate adults across the region to attend an upcoming session to learn how they can make a life-changing difference for a child. 

What CASAs Do
Unlike mentors or service providers, CASAs are appointed by a judge to focus solely on the best interests of a child in foster care. Each CASA is matched with one child or sibling group and builds a consistent, trusted relationship by meeting with them regularly and staying involved for the duration of the case. 
CASAs collaborate with teachers, doctors, foster parents, attorneys, and caseworkers to ensure the child’s needs are met, advocating for essential services, educational support, healthcare access, and permanent housing. They often become the one consistent adult in a child’s life, helping navigate a complex and ever-changing system.
CASAs are asked to commit at least 18 months to the role. Initial training requires 30 hours, with 12 hours of ongoing education each year. Once assigned to a case, volunteers typically dedicate 10 to 15 hours per month to their CASA work.

Why It Matters
The need is urgent:
According to a national study, 92% of judges say CASAs improve outcomes for children, and 83% say CASAs help ensure children receive essential services. But when a youth has a CASA, they are more likely to succeed in school, access vital services, and secure a stable, permanent home.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Have a deep desire to make a difference in a child’s life
  • Be 21 years or older
  • Commit to at least 18 months of service
  • Ability to meet with youth 1-2 times a month at their home or in community
  • Approach difficult situations with compassion and diplomacy
  • Keep personal beliefs separate from their advocacy role

Children in foster care come from all backgrounds, and Boston CASA is committed to building a volunteer community that reflects that diversity. While all are welcome to apply, we’re especially seeking volunteers who speak additional languages, identify as people of color, are men, or are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Your lived experience can make a powerful difference in a child’s life.

Upcoming Info Sessions 
Attending an information session is required to apply for the organization’s next volunteer training cycle, which begins in the spring. These sessions will give you an overview of the organization and our work, the application and interview process, as well as more details about the training required to become a CASA. 

Sessions will be held virtually on Zoom:
  • Tuesday January 27 12-1:00pm (Last info session before the March training)
  • Tuesday February 10 5:30-6:30pm

Sign up for an upcoming information session HERE. Research shows that just one consistent adult can change a child’s trajectory. For more information or to register for an info session, visit: https://bostoncasa.org/
 
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Maynard Republican Caucus

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Where: 30 Sudbury Street, Maynard

The Maynard Republican Town Committee invites you to their Caucus to elect delegates to the Republican State Convention, on February 10, 2026. The meeting will start at 7:00 pm at the Maynard Fire Station, 30 Sudbury Street, Maynard. Any Maynard Republican as of December 31st, 2025 is eligible to be nominated as a delegate. If you are interested in being a delegate please attend the Maynard RTC Caucus on February 10, 2026 or contact Victoria at 617-962-4525 or email vcveritas@comcast.net.
 
If you cannot attend the Caucus, but would like to be a delegate, you must make your intentions known to a committee member in advance, so we can nominate you. Otherwise, please attend the meeting.
 
The members of the Maynard RTC will elect 12 delegates to attend the Republican State Convention on April 25th in Worcester.  Delegates will select and possibly endorse the party’s ticket for statewide office. Candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and State Auditor will vie for the convention endorsements. To be selected, candidates must have the approbation of 15% of the delegates; to obtain the endorsement, a candidate must attain a majority vote of the delegates at the convention.
 
This is an excellent opportunity to have a direct influence in our state politics!
Please feel free to call/e-mail the contact above with your questions.
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Concord COA Hosts Latvian Mittens

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Where: 1276 Main St, Concord

Thursday, February 12th at 11:00 AM Lizzie Upitis is a master knitter who has published a book of traditional designs and techniques on Latvian Mittens. We are proud to welcome her to the COA for a special exhibit and presentation of her beautiful mittens. Mittens hold deep significance in Latvian culture, particularly in marriage rites, and Lizzie will share the rich history behind these traditions. She will also include traditional knitting songs, making the program both fascinating and deeply moving. A regular participant at the Concord COA, Lizzie is sure to deliver a presentation you’ll love. Please call the COA office to sign up at 978-318-3020 beginning February 1, 2026.
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"Threenagers" Live Webinar February 12

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Where: Webinar

Ellie Springer, M.Ed., will present a live webinar through First Connections in Acton about "Threenagers." Around age 2 1/2-3, children's behavior becomes newly challenging and parents may wonder, "Who is this child?" Three year olds begin to fiercely assert their independence, while at other times cling to adults and want help with tasks they have been able to do on their own for months. They can have BIG emotions that change all the time, shifting from gleeful to devastated to furious within minutes. If you have a child in this stage, or about to enter it, join us to learn what is typical at this stage, how to support your child through it, and how to make life a little smoother for your family. To receive the Zoom link for this program being held on Thursday, February 12, 7-8:00 p.m., email Linda at lmatthews@jri.org.   This is a free program funded by the Mass. Dept. of Early Education and Care.
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Guest Table Community Dinner, Friday, Feb 13, 5:30PM

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Where: 353 Great Rd in Stow

Please join us Friday, February 13 for our next dinner. We offer options made with vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free ingredients. All meals are nut-free. Doors open at 5 PM, dinner is served at 5:30 PM.

Our dinners, in the past and present, are sponsored by the generous donations from the Stow Community Chest. We are also grateful for the consistent support we receive from the Stow Council on Aging and The Stow Food Pantry.
Meals take place in Fellowship Hall at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton. FPC is located at 353 Great Rd in Stow. Our building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.

If you have questions or would like to volunteer to help with a meal, please email fpcguesttable@fpc-stow-acton.org.
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LEARN ABOUT CONTAINER GARDENING
AT BOXBOROUGH GRANGE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 7:00 PM, BOXBOROUGH TOWN HALL

When:
Where: 29 Middle Rd, Boxborough

Container gardening is an adventure all to itself. Let your creative juices flow and come ready to learn. This program is packed with information and tricks of the trade for beginning and advanced gardeners.

The presenter will be Kathi Gariepy. She is a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardner Association, past Vice President of the MMGA, past chair of the Master Gardner Advisory Board and past President of the Attleboro Garden Club. Kathi is a Landscape Design Consultant and on the Gardening Study Council. She has worked as the lead teacher for the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, education coordinator for Mass Audubon and studied landscape design at Rhode Island School of Design. Kathie teaches children and adults about the wonders of nature.

Please join us on the 13th for a very enjoyable and educational evening.
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Game Night, Friday February 13, 7-9PM

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Where: 353 Great Rd in Stow

All are welcome to FPC’s Multigenerational Game Night. Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own game to share. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy free parking, free snacks, and free fun! Email Chip with any questions at
flyingsheep2010@gmail.com.
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19 Carter Hosts Open Mic

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Friday, February 13, 7pm | Open Mic
Join our supportive and inclusive open mic! Hosts Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli will support with professional sound, a welcoming vibe, and a piano. Performers must sign up in advance by emailing LoriDiamondMusic@gmail.com. Sign up window opens 6pm the Wednesday before the event. Suggested donation: $5 

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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A Compelling Live Performer, Antje Duvekot to Visit PCA’s Coffeehouse 2/13

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Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

A compelling live performer, internationally recognized Antje Duvekot will be visiting the Parish Center for the Arts (10 Lincoln Street) on February 13 at 7:30pm as part of the PCA’s Coffeehouse Series, sponsored by Rockland Trust. So pack up your favorite snacks and beverages for this evening of songs that are “stunning paintings of color and shade and always generate the heat and light that real art should.” (Neil Dorfsman, producer of Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen & Sting). Tickets range from $20-$25. Cabaret seating. For information about this and all upcoming concerts at the PCA, call (978) 692-6333 or visit pcawestford.org.

Originally born in Germany and transplanted to the U.S. as a young teen, Antje Duvekot began to hone her observational skills through a lens of biculturalism when she picked up a guitar during that move. Some years later, the confessional folk of Dar Williams and Ani DiFranco gave her license to share her observations, no matter how personal. Since her first emerging original songs, she has never let go of that tenet of vulnerability. Antje’s five studio albums, including her latest, “New Wild West” were produced by Mark Erelli, Seamus Egan of SOLAS, Richard Shindell and Scott Petito, respectively, and feature support from Anais Mitchell, John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky, Sean Mullins, Liz Longley, Mark Erelli, and Kris Delmhorst, among others.

Antje has extensive touring experience. She has been invited to play top festivals, such as the Newport Folk Festival, Mountain Stage, Philadelphia, and Kerrville Festivals and others. Internationally, she's headlined the Celtic Connections Festival in Scotland and the Tonder Festival in Denmark. Antje has won some of the top songwriting awards, including the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition and the "Best New Folk Award" at Kerrville. In one of the nation's top music markets, she won the Boston Music Award for "Outstanding Folk Act". She has appeared on various NPR programs. In 2007, The Bank of America featured Antje's song "Merry Go Round" in a national TV advertising campaign seen by millions, including a Super Bowl audience. In 2010, Antje played the TEDMED conference in San Diego (before the unveiling of Ozzie Osbourne's genome!).

For more information about the PCA and their season, visit pcawestford.org, email admin@pcawestford.org or find them on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!
Direct ticket link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/2-13-26-antje-duvekot/4LCVMAJQX4NEOXLXEFV2IXHP
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
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Collectibles Appraisal with Perfect Pastime 617

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Where: Marlborough Public Library 35 W. Main St.

Saturday, February 14, 9:15am-12:15pm. Registration required.

Calling all collectors! Want to know if your collectibles and antiques are treasure or trash? Then sign up to have Rick Keller from Perfect Pastime 617 appraise your items at the library on Saturday, February 14th. This event requires outside registration through Rick Keller. Go to www.marlboroughpubliclibrary.org to sign up.
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19 Carter Hosts Parody Playhouse

When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Saturday, February 14, 10am | Parody Playhouse
A dynamic music and movement program for ages 0-6 that supports early childhood development with parodies of iconic artists like The Beatles, Whitney Houston, Bon Jovi, and more! Suggested donation: $5

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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Join Us for the 2026 Open Your Hearts Valentine’s Dinner & Dance!

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Where: 1 Worthen St, Chelmsford

The Open Pantry of Greater Lowell, a long-standing community organization dedicated to relieving hunger and providing vital food assistance to individuals and families in our region, is excited to announce its 2026 Open Your Hearts Dinner & Dance! The Open Pantry has been serving the Greater Lowell community since 1981, helping neighbors access nutritious food and essential support with dignity and care.

Date: February 14, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Central Congregational Church, 1 Worthen St, Chelmsford, MA
This special Valentine’s Day fundraiser is open to everyone—singles, couples, families, and friends—and will feature:

-A delicious dinner
-Music and dancing
-Raffle prizes
-A silent auction
-A chance to support a meaningful cause!

All proceeds help support The Open Pantry’s mission to relieve hunger and strengthen food security in our community. Your participation not only promises a fun and festive evening, but also directly contributes to feeding neighbors in need throughout Greater Lowell.
Save the date and open your heart this Valentine’s Day!
Whether you attend the event, contribute to the auction, or make a donation, your support makes a meaningful difference.

 
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Spend Valentine’s with Vintage Vocal Quartet in Special “Date Night” Event

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Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

Grab your sweetheart or a group of friends and spend Valentine’s Day with The Vintage Vocal Quartet! Coming to the Parish Center for the Arts on February 14, the evening will fill your ears and your heart with the swinging harmonies of the Swing Era, when jazz music and pop music were one and the same. You can bring your favorite foods and drinks, or pre-show treat arrangements can be made with Westford Bakery!  Doors open at 7pm for the 7:30pm show.  Dancing is welcome in the Gallery. Tickets are Member $30; Non-Member $35; Member Couple $50 and Non-Member Couple $60. For more information visit pcawestford.org.

The Vintage Vocal Quartet has been delighting concert audiences and lindy hoppers all over New England. They sing while playing piano, guitar, bass and trombone/drums. dialed in to the sound of groups like Glenn Miller’s Modernaires, the Nat King Cole Trio, the Andrews Sisters, and Tommy Dorsey’s Pied Pipers; as well as singers like Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. It was a time when every radio blared out music that was danceable yet sophisticated. Get ready to swing with the Vintage Vocal Quartet!

Fun will be had by all, singles, duos and groups in all numbers.  Music, dancing, great food and drinks and even prizes courtesy of donors including Authentic Cuts, Balance Nails, BJs of Nashua, Burton's Grill & Bar, CBC Liquors, Cultivating Qi, Evviva Trattoria, Express Sign & Graphics, Fuchi Asian Cuisine, Good Pickin' Farm, InStyle Hair Designs, Kimball Farms, Muffins on Main, O'Neil Cinemas, Orangetheory Fitness, Pure Barre, Seoul Kitchen,  STIR Martini Bar & Kitchen, Whole Foods & more!

For more information, visit the PCA online at pcawestford.org, or on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/2-14-26-vintage-vocal-quartet-valentine-s-date-night/EVX662QNM46VBKMJ2QIO2RRZ

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978-692-6333
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19 Carter Hosts Rioflow Trio

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Saturday, February 14, 7:30pm | Rioflow Trio
Join us for a special Valentine's day concert celebrating the love of friendship, the earth and community featuring the Rioflow Trio! Enjoy Latin American grooves with styles such as bossa nova, Afro-Peruvian festejo, rumba flamenca, and Afro-Caribbean vibes. Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door at 19Carter.org

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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By Popular Demand Steve Zocchi Returns to PCA with “Man vs. Piano”

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Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

The Piano Heritage Series at the Parish Center in Westford presents Steve Zocchi, pianist/humorist in Concert on February 15 with his “Man vs. Piano” concert where the epic battle continues! Relax and enjoy Pianist Steve Zocchi, in an afternoon of levity and virtuosity. A disciple of Victor Borge, Zocchi uses humor and honesty to dissolve the tension and pretense around classical music. Steve’s humorous pre-concert talk at 3:15pm will illuminate hilarious insights into the life of a pianist. The music to follow at 4pm! All ages welcome. This event was a total sellout last season. Advance ticket purchased recommended!  Tickets range from $5 to $20 are available online at https://parisharts.square.site/product/2-15-26-steve-zocchi-man-vs-piano-piano-heritage-series-/95, or at the door (if available).  For more information, visit pcawestford.org or call (978) 692-6333.
 
Steve Zocchi is a pianist, composer, and music teacher from the Boston area. Steve’s primary musical focus is on J.S. Bach, Mozart, and Improvisation. After receiving his degree in Piano Performance, Zocchi studied Jazz Piano theory with the legendary Steve Hunt. He also studied Organ with the late Dr. John Ogasapian and served as assistant-organist at St. Anne's Church in Lowell from 1997-1999. Steve then served as Music Minister at St. John's Episcopal Church in Lowell from 2000-2014. He was Music Director at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church in Chelmsford MA, 2014-2021. He is presently at Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church.
 
Zocchi served as president of the Greater Lowell Music Teachers Association from 2006 to 2012 and was awarded 'Music Teacher of the Year 2010' by Massachusetts Music Teachers Association. Steve maintains a thriving music studio in Groton where he teaches piano and guitar. Steve is known for his eclectic piano concerts juxtaposing Classical, Jazz and Original Compositions. A recording artist, Zocchi’s latest release 'Piano Works and Play' as well as his previous CD 'Compositions and Improvisation' include both music composed in the Classical tradition as well as improvised music in several genres.
 
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19 Carter Hosts Jazz Jam

When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Sunday, February 15, 6pm – 8:30pm | Jazz Jam
Improvise in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Players & listeners welcome. Email Ken at ken@parrishworks.net with questions. Suggested donation: $5

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
 
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The Boxborough Minutemen Company Wants You!

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Where: 30 Middle Road, Boxborough

The Boxborough Company of Minutemen will hold a Company meeting on Sunday February 15 at the Boxborough Community Center at 30 Middle Road starting at 8 p.m. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org.

The Boxborough Minutemen Company is open to anyone of least 18 years of age, regardless of gender or town of residence, who is interested in service to the Town and/or perpetuating the memory of the Minutemen of 1775.  You do not need to be a marcher or revolutionary war re-enactor to join the Company.

Our members may participate in any number of the Company's activities including marching in parades and town celebrations, organizing the annual Fifer's Day town festival, performing seasonal clean-ups on Route 111, sponsoring the Boy and Cub Scouts, providing volunteers to the FreeBee Market, community supper, and other service organizations, and participating in our various social functions. The Company also provides financial support to a variety of service organizations and sponsors a number of annual scholarships to Boxborough students who are continuing their education after high school.

All are welcome to come and make new connections with others.

For more information visit www.boxboroughminutemen.org.
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19 Carter Hosts Book Club: While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams

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Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton

Tuesday, February 17, 2:15pm | Book Club: While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams
Join 19 Carter's Book Club! All are welcome to stop by and join the discussion. For more info email Ann Ribbens: annri1951@yahoo.com. Suggested donation: $5

Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!