Volunteer Archaeology Digs at the Faulkner House, Sept. 7, 14, 21, and 27
When:
Where: 5 High Street, Acton
Examination of the "tailings" from the Iron Work Farm's driveway construction project continues at the Faulkner Homestead, 5 High Street, Acton.
Archaeologist Kimberley Connors will lead volunteers in a search for artifacts from the last 300+ years on the oldest colonial property in Acton. The work continues on Mondays Sept. 7, 14, and 21 (9-1:00 p.m.), and Sunday, Sept. 27 from 3 to 5:00 p.m. To participate, sign up at https://forms.gle/GvmDAWE9afDvoXD7A. For information, email Kimberley at dig@archeducation.org.
Archaeologist Kimberley Connors will lead volunteers in a search for artifacts from the last 300+ years on the oldest colonial property in Acton. The work continues on Mondays Sept. 7, 14, and 21 (9-1:00 p.m.), and Sunday, Sept. 27 from 3 to 5:00 p.m. To participate, sign up at https://forms.gle/GvmDAWE9afDvoXD7A. For information, email Kimberley at dig@archeducation.org.
LOVE TO SING? JOIN THE ACTON COMMUNITY CHORUS
When:
Where: 54 Hosmer St. Acton
Come give us a try at our "Open Sings" on September 14th and 21st, 2026 from 7:30 to 9:15 at the Faith Free Evangelical Church (54 Hosmer St. Acton). No audition necessary! We will be rehearsing for our January concert called "I Am Wild: Songs of Joy, Beauty, and Taking Flight." The program features modern composers, from Gwenyth Walker and Sarah Quartel to Mark Hayes and Jacob Narverud. We will also celebrate the 200th year since Beethoven's passing with choral arrangements from his Ninth Symphony.
More information at www.actoncommunitychorus.org/join
Questions? Email accinformation9@gmail.com.
More information at www.actoncommunitychorus.org/join
Questions? Email accinformation9@gmail.com.
Concord Women’s Chorus Hosts Open Rehearsals and Auditions
Choral ensemble invites women singers to join for fall season
When:
Where: 81 Elm Street, Concord
Concord Women’s Chorus (CWC), fostering the power of women’s voices in song, invites new singers to join its ensemble at “Open Rehearsals” on Tuesdays, September 15 and 22, 9:30 am, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm Street, Concord. Artistic Director and Conductor Jane Ring Frank welcomes newcomers to join rehearsal, learn more about the fall season, and to audition after the rehearsals held on Tuesdays, September 22 or 29. Rehearsals continue through 2026-27 at Trinity Episcopal Church on Tuesdays from 9:30 am to 12 noon.
CWC welcomes singers with prior choral experience including good sight-reading skills, solid intonation and vocal quality, responsiveness to direction and the ability to blend within an ensemble. For auditions, prospective members may be asked to sight-read a short passage and/or sing a familiar tune, arriving with a prepared solo is not necessary.
An information form is available to be printed in advance and brought to the audition at concordwomenschorus.org/wp/sing-with-us. Chorus members are expected to attend rehearsals and to participate in performing scheduled concerts. The ensemble holds weekly rehearsals in preparation for its “Sing We Noel: Songs of Peace and Joy” winter concert on December 5, 4 pm, and for other 2027 performances. Complete information for this season’s concerts is available at www.concordwomenschorus.org/wp/concerts.
Concord Women's Chorus is a 45-singer ensemble draws singers from Concord and the greater Boston area. The ensemble performs a wide variety of choral music, ranging from early music to contemporary repertoire, with an emphasis on works written for women’s voices. CWC will soon be releasing a professional recording of its commissioned works, produced by Grammy Award-winning studio SoundMirror.
For more information, performance details or to join Concord Women’s Chorus, email manager@concordwomenschorus.org, visit concordwomenschorus.org, or follow Concord Women’s Chorus on Facebook and Instagram.
CWC welcomes singers with prior choral experience including good sight-reading skills, solid intonation and vocal quality, responsiveness to direction and the ability to blend within an ensemble. For auditions, prospective members may be asked to sight-read a short passage and/or sing a familiar tune, arriving with a prepared solo is not necessary.
An information form is available to be printed in advance and brought to the audition at concordwomenschorus.org/wp/sing-with-us. Chorus members are expected to attend rehearsals and to participate in performing scheduled concerts. The ensemble holds weekly rehearsals in preparation for its “Sing We Noel: Songs of Peace and Joy” winter concert on December 5, 4 pm, and for other 2027 performances. Complete information for this season’s concerts is available at www.concordwomenschorus.org/wp/concerts.
Concord Women's Chorus is a 45-singer ensemble draws singers from Concord and the greater Boston area. The ensemble performs a wide variety of choral music, ranging from early music to contemporary repertoire, with an emphasis on works written for women’s voices. CWC will soon be releasing a professional recording of its commissioned works, produced by Grammy Award-winning studio SoundMirror.
For more information, performance details or to join Concord Women’s Chorus, email manager@concordwomenschorus.org, visit concordwomenschorus.org, or follow Concord Women’s Chorus on Facebook and Instagram.
Apple Pie Sale Returns to UUCAV
When:
Where: 353 Great Road in Stow, on Route 117 near the Route 62 intersection.
Fall is just around the corner, which means it’s apple pie season at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV, formerly First Parish Church of Stow and Acton)! Our volunteers will soon be hard at work picking, prepping, and baking our famous homemade apple pies.
Sales begin September 19 and will run every Saturday and Sunday through October 11 from 9:00 a.m. to noon – or until we’re sold out, so be sure to come early!
Each 3 lb. pie is $20, and mini pies are $10. You’ll find the apple pie stand right out front at 353 Great Road in Stow, on Route 117 near the Route 62 intersection.
Special thanks to Shelburne Farm of Stow for generously donating the apples for the pies.
Sales begin September 19 and will run every Saturday and Sunday through October 11 from 9:00 a.m. to noon – or until we’re sold out, so be sure to come early!
Each 3 lb. pie is $20, and mini pies are $10. You’ll find the apple pie stand right out front at 353 Great Road in Stow, on Route 117 near the Route 62 intersection.
Special thanks to Shelburne Farm of Stow for generously donating the apples for the pies.
RANDALL LIBRARY MOVIE MATINEE
September 21, 2026 1:00 PM
When:
Where: Randall Library, Stow
The Randall Library Friends join in Stow’s Good Neighbor Week with a showing of “Steel Magnolias” on Monday, September 21. Movie begins at 1:00 PM.
“Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.”
Steel Magnolias is a story about the strength and tenderness of Southern women who hold one another up through life’s sweetest moments and its hardest heartbreaks. The film centers on a tight-knit group of women in a small Louisiana town who gather regularly at Truvy’s beauty salon; a place where gossip, laughter, and emotional support flow as freely as hairspray. As the women navigate everyday life (marriages, family tensions, career changes, and personal reinvention) their bond deepens.
This is a feel-good movie with both tears and joy. It features a stellar ensemble, but Dolly Parton steals the show. Join your neighbors at the Randall Library to see this great movie. [Rated PG; Run time: 1 hour 57 minutes]
“Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.”
Steel Magnolias is a story about the strength and tenderness of Southern women who hold one another up through life’s sweetest moments and its hardest heartbreaks. The film centers on a tight-knit group of women in a small Louisiana town who gather regularly at Truvy’s beauty salon; a place where gossip, laughter, and emotional support flow as freely as hairspray. As the women navigate everyday life (marriages, family tensions, career changes, and personal reinvention) their bond deepens.
This is a feel-good movie with both tears and joy. It features a stellar ensemble, but Dolly Parton steals the show. Join your neighbors at the Randall Library to see this great movie. [Rated PG; Run time: 1 hour 57 minutes]
The Marlborough Historical Society Presents
The Underground History at Blackstone National Park
When:
Where: 377 Elm Street, Marlborough
This event will be held on September 22, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. at the Peter Rice Homestead, 377 Elm Street (parking across the street in the lot)
The presenter, Susan Franz, holds a master’s degree from Clark University and has taught at several local colleges. She played a key role in gaining National Park Service recognition for Underground Railroad locations in the Blackstone River Valley and designed an exhibit on the Underground Railroad for state parks in Massachusetts.
Susan also teaches courses on the abolition and Underground Railroad periods for the WISE program at Assumption College.
This event is free and refreshments will be served.
The presenter, Susan Franz, holds a master’s degree from Clark University and has taught at several local colleges. She played a key role in gaining National Park Service recognition for Underground Railroad locations in the Blackstone River Valley and designed an exhibit on the Underground Railroad for state parks in Massachusetts.
Susan also teaches courses on the abolition and Underground Railroad periods for the WISE program at Assumption College.
This event is free and refreshments will be served.
Free Postpartum Documentary Screening
When:
Where: Goodnow Library in Sudbury
On Wednesday, September 23, 6:30-8:30, there will be a free screening of the first major documentary on postpartum depression which will be held at Goodnow Library in Sudbury. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring two participants in the documentary, group facilitator Heather O'Brien, LICSW, and group participant Veronica Greene. Kaitlyn Richer, CNM and Emily Fiorini, LMHC, will also be on the panel and questions/comments from the audience will be welcomed. "More Than Blue" was produced by Dr. Lee Cohen from Mass. General Hospital's Center for Women's Mental Health, featuring voices from First Connections' Emotional Wellbeing After Baby Support Group in Acton and other participants who have navigated perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. We invite the public to join us as the film works to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and emphasize the vital importance of comprehensive mental health care during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Registration is recommended but not required on the Goodnow Library calendar: https://goodnowlibrary.org/events.
Thrifting Market at Memorial Church in Sudbury Sept. 24-26
When:
Where: 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury.
On Thursday Sept 24 from 5-8, Sept 25 from 9-5 and Saturday Sept 26 from 9-1 Memorial Congregational Church is holding its semi-annual Thrifting Market where we sell gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and linens. There will be lots of clothing for people of all ages. All items are carefully organized making shopping very easy. Good quality clothing at rock bottom prices! Pay with cash, check or Venmo!
On Saturday you will find even more bargains as all items will sell at half price!
Good quality clothing will be gratefully accepted and may be donated during the following dates: Aug 23-30 and Sept 12-20 by leaving plastic bags of clothing under the overhang outside Ames Hal. Sept 20 is the absolute last day we can accept donations.
Memorial Church is located at 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury. For questions or additional information, please call 978-443-3885.
On Saturday you will find even more bargains as all items will sell at half price!
Good quality clothing will be gratefully accepted and may be donated during the following dates: Aug 23-30 and Sept 12-20 by leaving plastic bags of clothing under the overhang outside Ames Hal. Sept 20 is the absolute last day we can accept donations.
Memorial Church is located at 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury. For questions or additional information, please call 978-443-3885.
Sudbury Valley Trustees to Host 3rd Annual Beer in the Barn Fundraiser
When:
Where: The Barn at Wolbach Farm, Sudbury
Friday, September 25, 2026
6:30-9:00 pm
The Barn at Wolbach Farm
Purchase Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn
Join SVT for our third annual Beer in the Barn fundraiser! We'll serve craft beer from Amory’s Tomb Brewing Company, assorted non-alcoholic drinks, and classic hot dogs from Ye’ Olde Farm Stand with picnic side salads. The Red Horse Old Time Duo will play live fiddle and mandolin music for some good old toe-tapping fun!
A Beer in the Barn Ticket includes: One beer or one flight trio. Not a beer fan? There will be plenty of other non-alcoholic beverage options offered;
Two hotdogs with all the fixin's. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available; Generous appetizers and snacks; and
Live music by the Red Horse Old-time Duo.
Additional drink tickets and hot dogs are available for purchase at the door.
And, for the second year in a row SVT will once again host the exciting Masskrugstemmen, or Steinholding Competition, popular in Bavaria, Germany. This activity was a huge hit last year! The U.S. Steinholding Association has designated SVT’s Beer in the Barn event as an official qualifying competition location for the Massachusetts Steinholding State Championships to be held in Boston later this fall. Feeling strong? Grab a partner for some friendly competition and hold your beer stein high for a good cause! Each attempt is $10/try. Proceeds benefit SVT. The top two winners receive prizes and will be entered into the State Championships. Who will win this endurance challenge?
Purchase your tickets today at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn! A portion of every Beer in the Barn ticket sold helps support SVT's mission to protect natural areas and farmland in the 36 communities that surround the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers.
6:30-9:00 pm
The Barn at Wolbach Farm
Purchase Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn
Join SVT for our third annual Beer in the Barn fundraiser! We'll serve craft beer from Amory’s Tomb Brewing Company, assorted non-alcoholic drinks, and classic hot dogs from Ye’ Olde Farm Stand with picnic side salads. The Red Horse Old Time Duo will play live fiddle and mandolin music for some good old toe-tapping fun!
A Beer in the Barn Ticket includes: One beer or one flight trio. Not a beer fan? There will be plenty of other non-alcoholic beverage options offered;
Two hotdogs with all the fixin's. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available; Generous appetizers and snacks; and
Live music by the Red Horse Old-time Duo.
Additional drink tickets and hot dogs are available for purchase at the door.
And, for the second year in a row SVT will once again host the exciting Masskrugstemmen, or Steinholding Competition, popular in Bavaria, Germany. This activity was a huge hit last year! The U.S. Steinholding Association has designated SVT’s Beer in the Barn event as an official qualifying competition location for the Massachusetts Steinholding State Championships to be held in Boston later this fall. Feeling strong? Grab a partner for some friendly competition and hold your beer stein high for a good cause! Each attempt is $10/try. Proceeds benefit SVT. The top two winners receive prizes and will be entered into the State Championships. Who will win this endurance challenge?
Purchase your tickets today at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn! A portion of every Beer in the Barn ticket sold helps support SVT's mission to protect natural areas and farmland in the 36 communities that surround the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers.
Sudbury Valley Trustees to Host 3rd Annual Beer in the Barn Fundraiser
When:
Where: The Barn at Wolbach Farm, Sudbury
Friday, September 25, 2026
6:30-9:00 pm
The Barn at Wolbach Farm
Purchase Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn
Join SVT for our third annual Beer in the Barn fundraiser! We'll serve craft beer from Amory’s Tomb Brewing Company, assorted non-alcoholic drinks, and classic hot dogs from Ye’ Olde Farm Stand with picnic side salads. The Red Horse Old Time Duo will play live fiddle and mandolin music for some good old toe-tapping fun!
A Beer in the Barn Ticket includes: One beer or one flight trio. Not a beer fan? There will be plenty of other non-alcoholic beverage options offered;
Two hotdogs with all the fixin's. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available; Generous appetizers and snacks; and
Live music by the Red Horse Old-time Duo.
Additional drink tickets and hot dogs are available for purchase at the door.
And, for the second year in a row SVT will once again host the exciting Masskrugstemmen, or Steinholding Competition, popular in Bavaria, Germany. This activity was a huge hit last year! The U.S. Steinholding Association has designated SVT’s Beer in the Barn event as an official qualifying competition location for the Massachusetts Steinholding State Championships to be held in Boston later this fall. Feeling strong? Grab a partner for some friendly competition and hold your beer stein high for a good cause! Each attempt is $10/try. Proceeds benefit SVT. The top two winners receive prizes and will be entered into the State Championships. Who will win this endurance challenge?
Purchase your tickets today at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn! A portion of every Beer in the Barn ticket sold helps support SVT's mission to protect natural areas and farmland in the 36 communities that surround the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers.
6:30-9:00 pm
The Barn at Wolbach Farm
Purchase Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn
Join SVT for our third annual Beer in the Barn fundraiser! We'll serve craft beer from Amory’s Tomb Brewing Company, assorted non-alcoholic drinks, and classic hot dogs from Ye’ Olde Farm Stand with picnic side salads. The Red Horse Old Time Duo will play live fiddle and mandolin music for some good old toe-tapping fun!
A Beer in the Barn Ticket includes: One beer or one flight trio. Not a beer fan? There will be plenty of other non-alcoholic beverage options offered;
Two hotdogs with all the fixin's. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available; Generous appetizers and snacks; and
Live music by the Red Horse Old-time Duo.
Additional drink tickets and hot dogs are available for purchase at the door.
And, for the second year in a row SVT will once again host the exciting Masskrugstemmen, or Steinholding Competition, popular in Bavaria, Germany. This activity was a huge hit last year! The U.S. Steinholding Association has designated SVT’s Beer in the Barn event as an official qualifying competition location for the Massachusetts Steinholding State Championships to be held in Boston later this fall. Feeling strong? Grab a partner for some friendly competition and hold your beer stein high for a good cause! Each attempt is $10/try. Proceeds benefit SVT. The top two winners receive prizes and will be entered into the State Championships. Who will win this endurance challenge?
Purchase your tickets today at https://events.humanitix.com/beer-in-the-barn! A portion of every Beer in the Barn ticket sold helps support SVT's mission to protect natural areas and farmland in the 36 communities that surround the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers.
Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents “Autumn Winds”
September 25 in Harvard and September 26 in Worcester
When:
Where: Worcester & Harvard
Worcester Chamber Music Society begins its 21st Season with a concert titled “Autumn Winds” at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Harvard on September 25 and at Assumption University in Worcester on September 26. A reception will follow each concert.
The chamber music ensemble opens the season with three pieces written in three centuries. Mozart and Brahms each composed works in their masterful styles that display the virtuosity of the hornist and clarinetist for whom they were written. In 1782 shortly after his marriage, Mozart composed his Horn Quintet for friend Joseph Leutgeb; Leutgeb played a natural horn which, unlike modern French horns, lacked valves, relying instead on a variety of crooks and hand-stopping techniques to play the instrument’s full range. In 1891, Brahms wrote his Clarinet Trio for Richard Mühlfeld, whose fine musicianship inspired Brahms to begin composing again after an intentional retirement. Dohnányi’s Sextet showcases both instruments in a work that nods to Brahms while delighting in its own eccentricity and sass. In 1935, Dohnányi wrote this piece during a long illness.
Friday, September 25 @7:30PM Saturday, September 26 @7:30PM
Unitarian Universalist Church Jeanne Y. Curtis Hall, Assumption University
9 Ayer Road, Harvard 500 Salisbury Street, Worcester
Pre-concert talk @7 PM Pre-concert talk @7 PM
Program
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Horn Quintet in E-flat major, K.407/386c
Johannes Brahms | Clarinet Trio, Op. 114
Ernő Dohnányi | Sextet, Op. 37
Worcester Chamber Music Society Musicians:
Krista Buckland Reisner and Rohan Gregory, violin
Mark Berger, viola
Peter Sulski, viola
David Russell, cello
Joshua Gordon, cello
Randall Hodgkinson, piano
With guests Gary Gorczyca, clarinet; Clark Matthews, French horn
All venues are handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/autumn-winds/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624
The chamber music ensemble opens the season with three pieces written in three centuries. Mozart and Brahms each composed works in their masterful styles that display the virtuosity of the hornist and clarinetist for whom they were written. In 1782 shortly after his marriage, Mozart composed his Horn Quintet for friend Joseph Leutgeb; Leutgeb played a natural horn which, unlike modern French horns, lacked valves, relying instead on a variety of crooks and hand-stopping techniques to play the instrument’s full range. In 1891, Brahms wrote his Clarinet Trio for Richard Mühlfeld, whose fine musicianship inspired Brahms to begin composing again after an intentional retirement. Dohnányi’s Sextet showcases both instruments in a work that nods to Brahms while delighting in its own eccentricity and sass. In 1935, Dohnányi wrote this piece during a long illness.
Friday, September 25 @7:30PM Saturday, September 26 @7:30PM
Unitarian Universalist Church Jeanne Y. Curtis Hall, Assumption University
9 Ayer Road, Harvard 500 Salisbury Street, Worcester
Pre-concert talk @7 PM Pre-concert talk @7 PM
Program
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Horn Quintet in E-flat major, K.407/386c
Johannes Brahms | Clarinet Trio, Op. 114
Ernő Dohnányi | Sextet, Op. 37
Worcester Chamber Music Society Musicians:
Krista Buckland Reisner and Rohan Gregory, violin
Mark Berger, viola
Peter Sulski, viola
David Russell, cello
Joshua Gordon, cello
Randall Hodgkinson, piano
With guests Gary Gorczyca, clarinet; Clark Matthews, French horn
All venues are handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/autumn-winds/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624
Wayside Quilters Guild Biennial Quilt Show:The Art of the Quilt
When:
Where: Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, 390 Lincoln Rd, Sudbury
‘The Art of the Quilt’, Wayside Quilters Guild biennial quilt show, will be held on Saturday September 26th (10am-5pm) and Sunday September 27th (10am-4pm) at the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, 390 Lincoln Rd, Sudbury, MA. Enjoy a feast of visual delight with about 100 quilts on display, and learn the stories of each quilt. Shop the boutique of handmade quilts and crafts, attend quilting demonstrations, buy raffle tickets for a chance to win a beautiful queen size quilt ‘Sea Breeze’ and several small quilts. Winners will be drawn on Sunday September 27th. There will also be a quilt scavenger hunt for children. Admission is $10, and free for children under 12 years old. The quilt show supports the guild’s local community outreach quilt donations, speakers and workshops. The Wayside Quilters Guild website is www.waysidequilters.org and email address is info@waysidequilters.org.
CHELMPEX 2024 -- Chelmsford Stamp Club Event
When:
Where: 170 Old Westford Rd. Chelmsford
Chelmsford Stamp Club will be holding their annual postage stamp show, CHELMPEX 2026, on Saturday September 26 from 9AM - 3PM at Trinity Lutheran Church 170 Old Westford Rd. Chelmsford, There will be multiple dealers, Fish Bowl, door prizes & more. For collectors of US & World Wide postage stamps, Postal History, Postal Stationery & First Day Covers, supplies & ephemera. Free admission & free parking. For additional information, contact Linda Gilmore 978-256-2256, 978-995-2915(cell) or linda.gilmore47@gmail.com
GREEN MAYNARD: ASSABET RIVER CLEANUP
September 26, 9–11 am
When:
Where: The Elks, 34 Powder Mill Road, Maynard
Help clean the Assabet by boat or pick up trash along the Blue-Green Trail!
Location for boats: The Elks, 34 Powder Mill Road, Maynard. Bring your own
canoe or kayak. If you have a larger boat or difficulty with a steep put-in, please
let us know in advance at maynardassbet@gmail.com.
Location for boats: The Elks, 34 Powder Mill Road, Maynard. Bring your own
canoe or kayak. If you have a larger boat or difficulty with a steep put-in, please
let us know in advance at maynardassbet@gmail.com.
- Location for walkers: End of Colbert Street, Maynard, to enter the Blue-Green
- Trail.
- Prepare for poison ivy, wet feet, and brambles. Gloves and trash bags will be
- available.
- Walk-ups are welcome, but please register if you can at
- maynardassabet@gmail.com.
Native Plant Trust Announces “Plants: Solos for Native Species” on September 26
Registration for Fall and Winter Programs Open Now
When:
Where: 180 Hemenway Road Framingham
WAYLAND, MA — Native Plant Trust, the nation’s first plant conservation organization and the only one solely focused on New England’s native plants, announced its lineup of Fall and Winter
Programs, and a special fall collaboration with Boston Dance Theatre.
Saturday, September 26 Boston Dance Theatre will present “Plants: Solos for Native Species.” Throughout the day, visitors will experience immersive dance performances at different locations within Garden in the Woods, Native Plant Trust’s renowned botanic garden, featuring solo works inspired by individual native plant species. Four solo performances will loop throughout the day in differentlocations in the Garden. The event is free with Garden admission.
“Boston Dance Theatre’s Plants: Solos for Native Species transforms the Garden into both stage and subject, allowing us to encounter our native landscape through a completely new lens, inviting us to see our surroundings differently,” said Sara O’Brien, Director of Public Programs at Native Plant Trust. “Boston Dance Theatre is known for bringing contemporary dance into conversation with the world around us, and these intimate solo performances give individual native species a remarkable new presence.
Connecting people more deeply to native plants is central to our mission, and art has a unique ability to inspire the curiosity, wonder, and sense of connection that spurs us to champion the well-being of our native landscapes.”
Plants: Solos for Native Species is just one of the fall and winter classes and events focused on native plants now open for registration. Tim Johnson, CEO of Native Plant Trust, notes: “The way we think about our gardens and landscapes is changing. Increasingly, people want to understand not simply what to plant, but how their choices affect biodiversity, water, wildlife, climate resilience, and the larger ecosystems around them. Our education programs meet that curiosity with the depth of science and horticultural expertise that has defined Native Plant Trust for generations. By making that knowledge accessible—from advanced botany and conservation to practical ecological gardening—we can help people turn their own landscapes into part of a much larger conservation effort.”
For more information and registration for programs, please visit www.NativePlantTrust.org.
Programs, and a special fall collaboration with Boston Dance Theatre.
Saturday, September 26 Boston Dance Theatre will present “Plants: Solos for Native Species.” Throughout the day, visitors will experience immersive dance performances at different locations within Garden in the Woods, Native Plant Trust’s renowned botanic garden, featuring solo works inspired by individual native plant species. Four solo performances will loop throughout the day in differentlocations in the Garden. The event is free with Garden admission.
“Boston Dance Theatre’s Plants: Solos for Native Species transforms the Garden into both stage and subject, allowing us to encounter our native landscape through a completely new lens, inviting us to see our surroundings differently,” said Sara O’Brien, Director of Public Programs at Native Plant Trust. “Boston Dance Theatre is known for bringing contemporary dance into conversation with the world around us, and these intimate solo performances give individual native species a remarkable new presence.
Connecting people more deeply to native plants is central to our mission, and art has a unique ability to inspire the curiosity, wonder, and sense of connection that spurs us to champion the well-being of our native landscapes.”
Plants: Solos for Native Species is just one of the fall and winter classes and events focused on native plants now open for registration. Tim Johnson, CEO of Native Plant Trust, notes: “The way we think about our gardens and landscapes is changing. Increasingly, people want to understand not simply what to plant, but how their choices affect biodiversity, water, wildlife, climate resilience, and the larger ecosystems around them. Our education programs meet that curiosity with the depth of science and horticultural expertise that has defined Native Plant Trust for generations. By making that knowledge accessible—from advanced botany and conservation to practical ecological gardening—we can help people turn their own landscapes into part of a much larger conservation effort.”
For more information and registration for programs, please visit www.NativePlantTrust.org.
Singer’s Tune-Up Workshop at UUCAV
When:
Where: 353 Great Road in Stow
Come be re-energized, refresh your singing skills, and add a few new tools to your singing tool kit. Soprano Jessica Tunick-Berens will lead a Singer’s Tune-Up Workshop at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV) on Saturday, September 26. The focus is on learning to care for your voice, avoiding over-tiring vocal practices, breathing well and effectively to support pitch, and creating uniform vowel production.
Jessica brings a broad range of musical experience, performing music including Medieval chant, experimental music, standards, folk, Balkan, musical theater, and opera. She has performed at many varied venues such as the Greek Theater, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, Christchurch in Dublin, UMass Boston, and Helmut List Halle in Graz, Austria. Jessica is a graduate of the California Institute of the Arts and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in vocal performance, and is a Transformational Voice Institute certified voice teacher.
All are welcome to attend! Suggested donation is $20. Visit https://tinyurl.com/uucavsing to register and reserve your spot!
The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building at UUCAV is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
Jessica brings a broad range of musical experience, performing music including Medieval chant, experimental music, standards, folk, Balkan, musical theater, and opera. She has performed at many varied venues such as the Greek Theater, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, Christchurch in Dublin, UMass Boston, and Helmut List Halle in Graz, Austria. Jessica is a graduate of the California Institute of the Arts and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in vocal performance, and is a Transformational Voice Institute certified voice teacher.
All are welcome to attend! Suggested donation is $20. Visit https://tinyurl.com/uucavsing to register and reserve your spot!
The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building at UUCAV is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
Westford Sportsmen’s Club Community Open House
Saturday, September 26 | 12–5 p.m.
When:
Where: 80 West Street, Westford, MA
The Westford Sportsmen’s Club invites the community to its Open House on Saturday, September 26, from 12 to 5 p.m. at 80 West Street, Westford. The event is free and open to the public and is designed for all ages, making it a great afternoon outing for families. Visitors can discover the many activities and opportunities available at the club, including fishing, archery, cornhole and activities at the club’s ranges. Come meet club members, explore the facilities and learn more about the outdoor activities available right here in the community. The event will also feature local guests from law enforcement and conservation, along with animal demonstrations, historical education and activities for visitors to enjoy. Whether you’re an experienced outdoor enthusiast or simply curious about the club, everyone is welcome!
Still River Music Launches Inaugural Season
When:
Where: St. Elizabeth’s Chapel in Sudbury
HARVARD, Mass. — Still River Music, a new non-profit organization dedicated to fostering community connection through music, is proud to announce its inaugural programs for Fall 2026.
Founded on the belief that shared artistic experiences deepen our sense of belonging, Still River Music fosters meaningful encounters with music within the communities of MetroWest Boston. Programming is designed to foster an intimate, welcoming space for neighbors to gather, reflect, and connect.
“Our mission is to craft meaningful musical experiences that truly enrich daily life,” said Kevin Moll, Founder and Executive Director. “We want music to be a living, breathing part of our local community—a source of inspiration, comfort, and shared human connection right in our backyard.”
The Fall 2026 season features three concerts encompassing music from medieval chant to folk song, a lecture on music and citizenship, and a launch party in early October. The season launches on September 26 with an afternoon concert at the architecturally stunning St. Elizabeth’s Chapel in Sudbury, and continues with presentations at three venues in Harvard: Fivesparks, the Harvard Historical Society, and the Harvard Public Library. All events are free and open to the public. Reservations are recommended.
To learn more about upcoming events or to support the initiative, visit https://www.still-river-music.org/
Founded on the belief that shared artistic experiences deepen our sense of belonging, Still River Music fosters meaningful encounters with music within the communities of MetroWest Boston. Programming is designed to foster an intimate, welcoming space for neighbors to gather, reflect, and connect.
“Our mission is to craft meaningful musical experiences that truly enrich daily life,” said Kevin Moll, Founder and Executive Director. “We want music to be a living, breathing part of our local community—a source of inspiration, comfort, and shared human connection right in our backyard.”
The Fall 2026 season features three concerts encompassing music from medieval chant to folk song, a lecture on music and citizenship, and a launch party in early October. The season launches on September 26 with an afternoon concert at the architecturally stunning St. Elizabeth’s Chapel in Sudbury, and continues with presentations at three venues in Harvard: Fivesparks, the Harvard Historical Society, and the Harvard Public Library. All events are free and open to the public. Reservations are recommended.
To learn more about upcoming events or to support the initiative, visit https://www.still-river-music.org/
Friends of the Hudson Public Library's Annual "Lobster and Meat Shoot" Fundraiser
When:
Where: VFW, 3 Palmieri Drive, Hudson
Get your friends and your snacks packed! The Friends of the Library is excited to announce its upcoming Lobster and Meat Shoot fundraiser on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at the VFW, 3 Palmieri Drive, Hudson, with proceeds directly supporting the library’s community programs, workshops, and museum passes.
The game of "shoot" is similar to bingo, but with playing cards. Multiple games are played and the prizes are fresh lobsters or premium steaks! This event is an enjoyable evening for friends and family to come together, win delicious prizes, and support a vital community hub. A cash bar and 50/50 raffle tickets will be available.
Participants must be present to win. Attendees are encouraged to bring a cooler to transport their winnings home.
For more information, to volunteer, or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please contact hudsonmalibraryfriends@gmail.com.
About Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the Hudson Public Library through fundraising, volunteer services, and advocacy. By funding critical resources, children's literacy programs, and community events, the Friends help ensure the library remains a vibrant center for learning and connection.
The game of "shoot" is similar to bingo, but with playing cards. Multiple games are played and the prizes are fresh lobsters or premium steaks! This event is an enjoyable evening for friends and family to come together, win delicious prizes, and support a vital community hub. A cash bar and 50/50 raffle tickets will be available.
Participants must be present to win. Attendees are encouraged to bring a cooler to transport their winnings home.
For more information, to volunteer, or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please contact hudsonmalibraryfriends@gmail.com.
About Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the Hudson Public Library through fundraising, volunteer services, and advocacy. By funding critical resources, children's literacy programs, and community events, the Friends help ensure the library remains a vibrant center for learning and connection.
FROM PAGE TO STAGE
A Day of Songwriting, Storytelling & Musical Theatre with Brian Feinstein
When:
Where: 14 Mountain Road, Princeton
Princeton: Princeton Arts’ 35th anniversary celebration continues as Broadway comes to Princeton.
Princeton Arts invites you to join award winning musical theater composer and educator Brian Feinstein for From Page to Stage, a celebration of the creative process behind musical theater, at the First Congregational Church of Princeton, 14 Mountain Road, on Saturday, September 26.
The day begins with an interactive afternoon workshop for young people in grades 4-8. The group will work alongside Brian to build an original song from scratch. Advance registration required for interested young people. Email contact@princetonarts.org and ask for the From Page to Stage grades 4-8 workshop registration information that includes the participation fee.
Everyone, young and old, parents and children, friends and families are invited to continue our Broadway journey in the evening at 7 p.m. at the Church. The dynamic concert, Songs and Stories: The Mess and Magic of Making Musicals, will feature selections from Feinstein’s musical theater work, classics from the American Musical Songbook, and selections from the developing musical adaptation of The Bad News Bears. Among the evening highlights will be performances by special guest artist Ava Briglia, and the premiere performance by our own homegrown stars, the young people singing their original song! A $10 donation is suggested – thank you.
This program is made possible by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and Barre Savings Charitable Foundation.
Questions: contact@princetonarts.org or go to princetonarts.org.
Princeton Arts invites you to join award winning musical theater composer and educator Brian Feinstein for From Page to Stage, a celebration of the creative process behind musical theater, at the First Congregational Church of Princeton, 14 Mountain Road, on Saturday, September 26.
The day begins with an interactive afternoon workshop for young people in grades 4-8. The group will work alongside Brian to build an original song from scratch. Advance registration required for interested young people. Email contact@princetonarts.org and ask for the From Page to Stage grades 4-8 workshop registration information that includes the participation fee.
Everyone, young and old, parents and children, friends and families are invited to continue our Broadway journey in the evening at 7 p.m. at the Church. The dynamic concert, Songs and Stories: The Mess and Magic of Making Musicals, will feature selections from Feinstein’s musical theater work, classics from the American Musical Songbook, and selections from the developing musical adaptation of The Bad News Bears. Among the evening highlights will be performances by special guest artist Ava Briglia, and the premiere performance by our own homegrown stars, the young people singing their original song! A $10 donation is suggested – thank you.
This program is made possible by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and Barre Savings Charitable Foundation.
Questions: contact@princetonarts.org or go to princetonarts.org.
Mary Fahl to Open New Song’s Third Season
When:
Where: 99 McMahon Road, Bedford
New Song opens its third season with the extraordinary voice of Mary Fahl—former lead singer and co-founder of October Project—on Saturday, September 26, at 7:30 p.m.
Praised by The Boston Globe for “a voice for the gods that can transport listeners to other realms,” Fahl is known for her rich, powerful contralto. Her acclaimed career spans October Project, film and classical music, an album-length reimagining of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon, and distinctive interpretations of classic songs.
Watch her perform “Going Home”, theme song to the Civil War epic Gods and Generals: https://bit.ly/4r4wmeg, and buy tickets at https://newsongbedford.org/.
Because of planned construction in Bedford Town Hall, this concert will be held at the John Glenn Middle School auditorium, 99 McMahon Road, Bedford. The auditorium is a comfortable, air-conditioned venue with theater-style seating.
Praised by The Boston Globe for “a voice for the gods that can transport listeners to other realms,” Fahl is known for her rich, powerful contralto. Her acclaimed career spans October Project, film and classical music, an album-length reimagining of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon, and distinctive interpretations of classic songs.
Watch her perform “Going Home”, theme song to the Civil War epic Gods and Generals: https://bit.ly/4r4wmeg, and buy tickets at https://newsongbedford.org/.
Because of planned construction in Bedford Town Hall, this concert will be held at the John Glenn Middle School auditorium, 99 McMahon Road, Bedford. The auditorium is a comfortable, air-conditioned venue with theater-style seating.
Celebrate Fall in Style Right Here in Acton, Massachusetts!
When:
Where: 25 Ledge Rock Way in Acton
Acton Parks and Recreation is teaming up with some amazing partners, including Boston Events and Harpoon Brewery, to bring you the first-ever “A”KTOBERFEST – Rhythm & Brews Festival at NARA Park!
Get ready for an afternoon packed with live music by three different bands, festive food offerings, local brews, vendors, games and plenty of fun for all ages!
We’ll have a Biergarten, Bavarian-inspired food, live music throughout the day, food trucks and vendors, plus contests and games for all ages. Test your strength in the Keg Toss or see how long you can last in the Stein Hoist!
Admission is FREE to enter this event. We’re having a huge fall-themed inflatable area (Unlimited ride Wristbands for inflatables may be purchased for $10 pp.) games and activities throughout the festival! Adults can relax, grab something to eat and drink, and enjoy the talented bands that will be performing throughout the event at the Thomas E. Tidman Amphitheater at NARA Park.
Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the brews, the family activities or all the above, there will be something for everyone. Grab your friends, bring the family, and come celebrate fall with us at NARA Park!
“A”KTOBERFEST – Rhythm & Brews Festival, Sunday, September 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the NARA Park Amphitheater – Acton, MA - Rain or Shine!
Free parking for this event is located on the north side of NARA Park: 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA. No rain date is planned.
Vendors Wanted: Want to be part of the festival? We are currently accepting applications from vendors, artisans, community organizations and other businesses interested in joining us for the day. “A”KTOBERFEST is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization while being part of one of Acton’s newest community events.
Volunteers Wanted: We are also looking for students, seniors and community members who would like to help make the event a success. Volunteer shifts will be available between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM and may include assisting with Event setup, Family activities and games, Festival operations, Guest assistance and Event breakdown. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact TMichalski@actonma.gov.
Come join us make the first “A”KTOBERFEST – Rhythm & Brews Festival an event Acton will look forward to every fall!
NARA Park is located off Rt. 27 at 25 Ledge Rock Way in Acton. The event parking area at the north end of NARA Park at 71 Quarry Road. Handicap parking is available. All parking is on a first-come basis. For more information, visit: www.acton-ma.gov/events.
Get ready for an afternoon packed with live music by three different bands, festive food offerings, local brews, vendors, games and plenty of fun for all ages!
We’ll have a Biergarten, Bavarian-inspired food, live music throughout the day, food trucks and vendors, plus contests and games for all ages. Test your strength in the Keg Toss or see how long you can last in the Stein Hoist!
Admission is FREE to enter this event. We’re having a huge fall-themed inflatable area (Unlimited ride Wristbands for inflatables may be purchased for $10 pp.) games and activities throughout the festival! Adults can relax, grab something to eat and drink, and enjoy the talented bands that will be performing throughout the event at the Thomas E. Tidman Amphitheater at NARA Park.
Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the brews, the family activities or all the above, there will be something for everyone. Grab your friends, bring the family, and come celebrate fall with us at NARA Park!
“A”KTOBERFEST – Rhythm & Brews Festival, Sunday, September 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the NARA Park Amphitheater – Acton, MA - Rain or Shine!
Free parking for this event is located on the north side of NARA Park: 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA. No rain date is planned.
Vendors Wanted: Want to be part of the festival? We are currently accepting applications from vendors, artisans, community organizations and other businesses interested in joining us for the day. “A”KTOBERFEST is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization while being part of one of Acton’s newest community events.
Volunteers Wanted: We are also looking for students, seniors and community members who would like to help make the event a success. Volunteer shifts will be available between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM and may include assisting with Event setup, Family activities and games, Festival operations, Guest assistance and Event breakdown. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact TMichalski@actonma.gov.
Come join us make the first “A”KTOBERFEST – Rhythm & Brews Festival an event Acton will look forward to every fall!
NARA Park is located off Rt. 27 at 25 Ledge Rock Way in Acton. The event parking area at the north end of NARA Park at 71 Quarry Road. Handicap parking is available. All parking is on a first-come basis. For more information, visit: www.acton-ma.gov/events.
Iron Work Farm Open House at Jones Tavern and the Faulkner Homestead
Sunday, September 27 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.
When:
Where: Jones Tavern & Jones-Faulkner Homestead
128 Main Street and 5 High Street, Acton
The Iron Work Farm continues its series of “4th Sunday” open houses at Jones Tavern (128 Main St., 1 to 3 p.m.) and the Jones-Faulkner Homestead (5 High St., 3 to 5 p.m.)
In this important anniversary year, come visit the homes of two families closely involved with the American Revolution. Jones Tavern, Acton’s oldest standing tavern, is open from 1 to 3 p.m. At the Faulkner Homestead from 3 to 5, meet members of the Nashoba Valley Weavers’ Guild, and learn about the discoveries from the recent driveway excavations. During the open house archaeologist Kimberley Connors will lead volunteers in a further examination of the large dirt pile. To take part in the dig, sign up at https://forms.gle/GvmDAWE9afDvoXD7A, or email Kimberley at dig@archeducation.org.
No charge; parking on site or nearby. Check www.ironworkfarm.org for details.
The Iron Work Farm continues its series of “4th Sunday” open houses at Jones Tavern (128 Main St., 1 to 3 p.m.) and the Jones-Faulkner Homestead (5 High St., 3 to 5 p.m.)
In this important anniversary year, come visit the homes of two families closely involved with the American Revolution. Jones Tavern, Acton’s oldest standing tavern, is open from 1 to 3 p.m. At the Faulkner Homestead from 3 to 5, meet members of the Nashoba Valley Weavers’ Guild, and learn about the discoveries from the recent driveway excavations. During the open house archaeologist Kimberley Connors will lead volunteers in a further examination of the large dirt pile. To take part in the dig, sign up at https://forms.gle/GvmDAWE9afDvoXD7A, or email Kimberley at dig@archeducation.org.
No charge; parking on site or nearby. Check www.ironworkfarm.org for details.
Free Nature Program September 27, Westborough
When:
Where: 19 Quick Farm Rd. Westborough
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 1:30-3:00 pm
Gilmore Pond Sensory Trail Grand Opening
Join the Westborough Community Land Trust on Sunday, September 27 at 1:30 to celebrate the completion of the All-Persons Sensory Nature Trail at the Gilmore Pond Woodland Park. We have undertaken a multiyear project to make the trail around Gilmore Pond accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. Come see the result of that effort: A trail that can be enjoyed by the visually impaired as well as those with limited mobility, which now includes multiple stations with audio content dedicated to the history and nature of the surroundings. Local and State officials are expected for a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by guided tours of the trail showcasing its features and discussing the local flora and fauna. Meet at the Gilmore Pond Trail Entrance, GPS address approximately 19 Quick Farm Rd. Westborough. Please park on only one side of the road, and respect the neighbors. Free and open to the public.
Trail map: https://westboroughlandtrust.org/maps/UJ
Before leaving check https://westboroughlandtrust.org/ for cancellations.
For questions contact: events@westboroughlandtrust.org
Gilmore Pond Sensory Trail Grand Opening
Join the Westborough Community Land Trust on Sunday, September 27 at 1:30 to celebrate the completion of the All-Persons Sensory Nature Trail at the Gilmore Pond Woodland Park. We have undertaken a multiyear project to make the trail around Gilmore Pond accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. Come see the result of that effort: A trail that can be enjoyed by the visually impaired as well as those with limited mobility, which now includes multiple stations with audio content dedicated to the history and nature of the surroundings. Local and State officials are expected for a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by guided tours of the trail showcasing its features and discussing the local flora and fauna. Meet at the Gilmore Pond Trail Entrance, GPS address approximately 19 Quick Farm Rd. Westborough. Please park on only one side of the road, and respect the neighbors. Free and open to the public.
Trail map: https://westboroughlandtrust.org/maps/UJ
Before leaving check https://westboroughlandtrust.org/ for cancellations.
For questions contact: events@westboroughlandtrust.org
Fixit Clinic and Sustainable Sudbury to Hold Repair Event
Free Repair Service is Offered for Small Appliances, Clothing, Jewelry
When:
Where: Goodnow Library, 21 Concord Road, Sudbury
Environmental organizations Fixit Clinic and Sustainable Sudbury announce they will be jointly holding a repair event at the Goodnow Library on Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 2pm to 4pm. The event will be held in conjunction with the Goodnow Library "Find Your People" fair.
Local residents are invited to bring items that need repair or mending, such as small household appliances, clothing, jewelry, bicycles, lamps and wiggly, wooden chairs.
Please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/FixitClincRSVP.
The event will be held in the Goodnow Library (21 Concord Road, Sudbury) Conference Room. It is open to both Sudbury residents as well as residents of surrounding towns.
The repair services are provided without charge. Attendees may be required to purchase materials and parts required to complete repairs.
Fixit Clinic teaches basic repair skills using a person's own broken items. By sharing these skills, the organization enables consumers to extend the life of many household items, contributing to sustainability.
Sustainable Sudbury is a volunteer-led non-profit based in Sudbury, Massachusetts dedicated to raising environmental awareness and sponsoring sustainable, earth-friendly activities in our community and beyond.
Local residents are invited to bring items that need repair or mending, such as small household appliances, clothing, jewelry, bicycles, lamps and wiggly, wooden chairs.
Please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/FixitClincRSVP.
The event will be held in the Goodnow Library (21 Concord Road, Sudbury) Conference Room. It is open to both Sudbury residents as well as residents of surrounding towns.
The repair services are provided without charge. Attendees may be required to purchase materials and parts required to complete repairs.
Fixit Clinic teaches basic repair skills using a person's own broken items. By sharing these skills, the organization enables consumers to extend the life of many household items, contributing to sustainability.
Sustainable Sudbury is a volunteer-led non-profit based in Sudbury, Massachusetts dedicated to raising environmental awareness and sponsoring sustainable, earth-friendly activities in our community and beyond.
The Boxborough Minutemen Company Wants You!
When:
Where: 30 Middle Road, Boxborough
The Boxborough Company of Minutemen will hold a Company meeting on Sunday September 27 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.
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.
Building Culturally Safe Communities Together
When:
Where: Zoom
Join The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable for our KICKOFF program, joined by the Massachusetts Women of Color Network. We will explore how race, gender, class, immigration status, disability, sexuality, and community reputation can affect a survivor’s experience of domestic and sexual violence and their ability to seek safety and support.This program will take place on Monday,September 28,2026 at 7PM on Zoom.
Participants will consider how community leaders, service providers, organizations, and residents can create more culturally responsive and survivor-supportive communities—and how all of us can better respond when someone discloses abuse.
This presentation will be led by Kishana Osei, the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Women of Color Network (MAWOCN), and the Overnight Residential Counselor at REACH Beyond Domestic Violence. With a profound commitment to the field of anti-violence work, she brings over 15 years of experience in advocacy, direct services for survivors, housing advocacy, program development, and a Bachelor’s’ degree in business management. Kishana openly identifies as a survivor of domestic violence and other injustices, and states that her personal experiences led her to this work, where she has found joy, healing, and purpose.
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vALjt4TOQ0GjFvOE2X_K1g#/registration
Participants will consider how community leaders, service providers, organizations, and residents can create more culturally responsive and survivor-supportive communities—and how all of us can better respond when someone discloses abuse.
This presentation will be led by Kishana Osei, the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Women of Color Network (MAWOCN), and the Overnight Residential Counselor at REACH Beyond Domestic Violence. With a profound commitment to the field of anti-violence work, she brings over 15 years of experience in advocacy, direct services for survivors, housing advocacy, program development, and a Bachelor’s’ degree in business management. Kishana openly identifies as a survivor of domestic violence and other injustices, and states that her personal experiences led her to this work, where she has found joy, healing, and purpose.
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vALjt4TOQ0GjFvOE2X_K1g#/registration
Power of the Practice, an Immersive Exhibition by Artists Margie Breault and Mickey Lee Voas
When:
Where: Marlborough Public Library
Coming to the Marlborough Public Library, with a public reception on Tuesday, September 29 from 5–7 PM. The exhibition combines photography, poetry, sound and meditation to explore what becomes visible when people intentionally return to themselves through practice.
The project began with participants being photographed before and after a bioscalar energy activation. Their reflections from the experience were then transformed into individual poems, creating a body of work that holds both the visible and internal sides of transformation.
The exhibition was first installed at Worcester's Jean McDonough Arts Center, where hundreds of people have already moved through and experienced the work, and it has since been featured by Artscope Magazine on its social media channels.
You can see photographs of the JMAC installation here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XvXKGW4-L4h2PsAVZXQIJ9BUxgfFG7dH?usp=sharing
The Marlborough reception will include a live reading of the poetry supported by sound beginning at 5:30 PM, along with the full exhibition and recorded meditation experience.
Event details and registration:
https://events.humanitix.com/the-power-of-the-practice-reception-marlborough-public-library
The project began with participants being photographed before and after a bioscalar energy activation. Their reflections from the experience were then transformed into individual poems, creating a body of work that holds both the visible and internal sides of transformation.
The exhibition was first installed at Worcester's Jean McDonough Arts Center, where hundreds of people have already moved through and experienced the work, and it has since been featured by Artscope Magazine on its social media channels.
You can see photographs of the JMAC installation here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XvXKGW4-L4h2PsAVZXQIJ9BUxgfFG7dH?usp=sharing
The Marlborough reception will include a live reading of the poetry supported by sound beginning at 5:30 PM, along with the full exhibition and recorded meditation experience.
Event details and registration:
https://events.humanitix.com/the-power-of-the-practice-reception-marlborough-public-library
MCC to Host Award-Winning Author
When:
Where: Campus Center Building at 591 Springs Road in Bedford
Middlesex Community College will host award-winning author Michael Lowenthal as part of the Visiting Writers Series. The event will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30 in the Bedford Campus Café East.
"I love talking with students about writing, because writing is storytelling, and stories are how we make sense of the world: how we come to understand ourselves, and how we learn to empathize with the lives of others,” Lowenthal said. “These days – with empathy and understanding seemingly in such short supply – the craft of writing feels all the more urgent.”
Lowenthal has taught creative writing at Boston College, Hampshire College, and for 20 years in the MFA program at Lesley University. With fellowships from Massachusetts Cultural Council and MacDowell Colony, his awards include the James Duggins Outstanding Mid-Career Novelists’ Prize.
An author of four novels, “Charity Girl” (Houghton Mifflin, 2007) was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice and a Washington Post Top Fiction of 2007 pick. Lowenthal also wrote “The Paternity Test” (Terrace Books/U. of Wisconsin Press, 2012), a Lambda Literary Award finalist; “Avoidance” (Graywolf Press, 2002), a short story collection; “Sex With Strangers” (U. of Wisconsin Press, 2021), and a new memoir-in-essays “Place Envy: Essays in Search of Orientation” (Mad Creek Books/Ohio State U. Press, 2026).
Widely anthologized in such volumes as Lost Tribe: Jewish Fiction from the Edge and Best New American Voices 2005, his short stories and essays have been published in Ploughshares, Guernica, the Kenyon Review. Lowenthal has also written for the New York Times Magazine, Boston Magazine, Out, and many other publications.
The MCC Visiting Writers Series is co-sponsored by the Creative Writing Program and the Office of Student Engagement.
MCC’s Café East is located in the Campus Center Building at 591 Springs Road in Bedford. Parking is available on-campus.
Learn more about MCC's Visiting Writers Series: https://www.middlesex.edu/events/visitingwriter.html
"I love talking with students about writing, because writing is storytelling, and stories are how we make sense of the world: how we come to understand ourselves, and how we learn to empathize with the lives of others,” Lowenthal said. “These days – with empathy and understanding seemingly in such short supply – the craft of writing feels all the more urgent.”
Lowenthal has taught creative writing at Boston College, Hampshire College, and for 20 years in the MFA program at Lesley University. With fellowships from Massachusetts Cultural Council and MacDowell Colony, his awards include the James Duggins Outstanding Mid-Career Novelists’ Prize.
An author of four novels, “Charity Girl” (Houghton Mifflin, 2007) was a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice and a Washington Post Top Fiction of 2007 pick. Lowenthal also wrote “The Paternity Test” (Terrace Books/U. of Wisconsin Press, 2012), a Lambda Literary Award finalist; “Avoidance” (Graywolf Press, 2002), a short story collection; “Sex With Strangers” (U. of Wisconsin Press, 2021), and a new memoir-in-essays “Place Envy: Essays in Search of Orientation” (Mad Creek Books/Ohio State U. Press, 2026).
Widely anthologized in such volumes as Lost Tribe: Jewish Fiction from the Edge and Best New American Voices 2005, his short stories and essays have been published in Ploughshares, Guernica, the Kenyon Review. Lowenthal has also written for the New York Times Magazine, Boston Magazine, Out, and many other publications.
The MCC Visiting Writers Series is co-sponsored by the Creative Writing Program and the Office of Student Engagement.
MCC’s Café East is located in the Campus Center Building at 591 Springs Road in Bedford. Parking is available on-campus.
Learn more about MCC's Visiting Writers Series: https://www.middlesex.edu/events/visitingwriter.html
Biosphere Book Club – Wild Dark Shore, by Charlotte McConaghy
When:
Where: Acton Home
Acton: The Biosphere Book Club tackles the intersection between climate and the health of human and ecological communities. For September, we are reading the novel, Wild Dark Shore. Part mystery, part nature writing, part an exploration of human love, this award-winning title looks directly at the impacts of our changing climate. The Kirkus starred review states that McConaghy “writes about both nature and human frailty with eloquent generosity.” Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org, the host’s address will be sent upon registration. As always, you are invited to read the book (the Acton Memorial Library is holding copies) but it is not required. A reflection guide will be sent beforehand. Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/biosphere-book-club-sept-26-wild-dark-shore/
State Senate Candidate Forum
September 30 in Acton
When:
Where: Acton Town Hall, 472 Main St, Acton
The Leagues of Women Voters of Acton Area, Harvard, Sudbury and Wayland will host a candidate forum for the Middlesex and Worcester State Senate seat featuring James Eldridge, the Democratic incumbent, and Timothy Shea, Republican.
The forum will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. in the Acton Town Hall, 472 Main St., and is free and open to the public. The public can submit questions for the candidates at the forum.
The forum will be recorded, and re-broadcast on cable access stations in Senate district towns as soon as the program is available in early October.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that encourages informed and active participation in local, state and national government. The League develops positions on issues, but does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. It has a long tradition of providing important voter information services, such as this forum.
Important dates: The last day to register to vote is October 24. The deadline to vote by mail is October 27 by 5 pm. Early voting begins on October 17 through October 30. November 3 election day polling hours are 7 am to 8 pm.
The forum will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. in the Acton Town Hall, 472 Main St., and is free and open to the public. The public can submit questions for the candidates at the forum.
The forum will be recorded, and re-broadcast on cable access stations in Senate district towns as soon as the program is available in early October.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that encourages informed and active participation in local, state and national government. The League develops positions on issues, but does not support or oppose candidates or political parties. It has a long tradition of providing important voter information services, such as this forum.
Important dates: The last day to register to vote is October 24. The deadline to vote by mail is October 27 by 5 pm. Early voting begins on October 17 through October 30. November 3 election day polling hours are 7 am to 8 pm.
Our Climate. Our Future. Our Choices.
From Climate Science to Local Action
When:
Where: 48 Main Street, Westford
Wednesday, September 30, 7:00 PM, First Parish Church United, 48 Main Street, Westford
FREE and ALL ARE WELCOME
What does the latest climate science tell us about our future – and what can communities like Westford do about it? Join Westford Climate Action for an engaging presentation featuring Dr. Jeffrey Basara, Department Chair and Professor of Environmental, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at UMass Lowell.
UMass Lowell is a national leader in sustainability research and education. Since 2019, the university has received more than $120 million in research funding focused on climate, sustainability and related areas. Its Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy brings together faculty, students and researchers from across the university to turn climate and energy research into innovation and real-world solutions. The Institute’s goal is to create blueprints for human-scale sustainability in communities throughout our region and across the world.
What does this mean for our communities?
Dr. Basara will connect the latest climate science with the challenges and opportunities facing communities today. He will explore:
Dr. Basara's research examines the complex connections among weather, climate, water and ecosystems, with particular emphasis on extreme precipitation and its impacts. He is also deeply committed to teaching and mentoring students and preparing the next generation of environmental and climate leaders. https://www.uml.edu/sustainability/
Come learn about the science, discover what is happening at UMass Lowell, and explore how research, innovation and community engagement can translate into meaningful local climate action.
Join us for an informative evening—and a conversation about our climate, our future, and our choices.
This event is jointly sponsored by Westford Climate Action and Westford’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee. https://westfordclimateaction.org/
FREE and ALL ARE WELCOME
What does the latest climate science tell us about our future – and what can communities like Westford do about it? Join Westford Climate Action for an engaging presentation featuring Dr. Jeffrey Basara, Department Chair and Professor of Environmental, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at UMass Lowell.
UMass Lowell is a national leader in sustainability research and education. Since 2019, the university has received more than $120 million in research funding focused on climate, sustainability and related areas. Its Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy brings together faculty, students and researchers from across the university to turn climate and energy research into innovation and real-world solutions. The Institute’s goal is to create blueprints for human-scale sustainability in communities throughout our region and across the world.
What does this mean for our communities?
Dr. Basara will connect the latest climate science with the challenges and opportunities facing communities today. He will explore:
- What the latest climate science tells us—and why action matters now
- Breakthrough climate and energy research underway at UMass Lowell
- How the Rist Institute is turning research into innovation and solutions
- Education and career opportunities for the next generation of climate and sustainability leaders
- How Westford and other communities can partner with UMass Lowell on climate action
Dr. Basara's research examines the complex connections among weather, climate, water and ecosystems, with particular emphasis on extreme precipitation and its impacts. He is also deeply committed to teaching and mentoring students and preparing the next generation of environmental and climate leaders. https://www.uml.edu/sustainability/
Come learn about the science, discover what is happening at UMass Lowell, and explore how research, innovation and community engagement can translate into meaningful local climate action.
Join us for an informative evening—and a conversation about our climate, our future, and our choices.
This event is jointly sponsored by Westford Climate Action and Westford’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee. https://westfordclimateaction.org/
Chelmsford Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale
When:
Where: 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford
Location: Chelmsford Town Offices' Gym, 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford
The book sale will be held:
We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs. All proceeds help support library programs and services.
The book sale will be held:
- Friday, Oct. 2: 9am-8pm
- Saturday, Oct. 3: 9am-2pm
- Sunday, Oct. 4: 9am-2pm
We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs. All proceeds help support library programs and services.
Concord Conservatory of Music Presents "Music & Beer": An Interactive Tasting Experience at 51 Walden
When:
Where: 51 Walden Street, Concord
The Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) invites the community to explore the surprising connections between taste and sound at Music & Beer on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 7:30 pm. Hosted at 51 Walden Street in Concord, this interactive evening blends live chamber music with curated craft beer pairings for a unique multi-sensory performance.
Presented by Keith Kirchoff, founder of Original Gravity and curator of the evening's musical program, and Allen Quinn, brewer and co-owner of Armory's Tomb, this interactive event explores the fascinating connections between sound and taste. Together, they will guide audiences through a series of carefully selected beer and music pairings, sharing insights into the brewing process, the artistry behind the music, and how each enhances the other.
Featuring award-winning musicians Angel Valchinov, Joseph Cracolici, and Ai-Ying Chiu, this immersive evening invites you to discover how rhythm, texture, tempo, and tone can transform the way we experience flavor, creating a multi-sensory journey unlike any other.
"Like composers balancing melody, harmony, and rhythm, brewers blend ingredients to create distinctive flavors, textures, and character," said Kate Yoder, Executive Director at CCM. "You may find that a bright, lively beer complements the energy of a sparkling musical work, while a darker, richer brew enhances the depth and warmth of a more reflective piece."
Whether attendees are craft beer enthusiasts, classical music fans, or simply curious about the interplay between taste and sound, the evening offers an accessible, engaging way to sip, listen, compare, and discuss chamber music. Non-alcoholic beverage options will also be available.
Presented by Keith Kirchoff, founder of Original Gravity and curator of the evening's musical program, and Allen Quinn, brewer and co-owner of Armory's Tomb, this interactive event explores the fascinating connections between sound and taste. Together, they will guide audiences through a series of carefully selected beer and music pairings, sharing insights into the brewing process, the artistry behind the music, and how each enhances the other.
Featuring award-winning musicians Angel Valchinov, Joseph Cracolici, and Ai-Ying Chiu, this immersive evening invites you to discover how rhythm, texture, tempo, and tone can transform the way we experience flavor, creating a multi-sensory journey unlike any other.
"Like composers balancing melody, harmony, and rhythm, brewers blend ingredients to create distinctive flavors, textures, and character," said Kate Yoder, Executive Director at CCM. "You may find that a bright, lively beer complements the energy of a sparkling musical work, while a darker, richer brew enhances the depth and warmth of a more reflective piece."
Whether attendees are craft beer enthusiasts, classical music fans, or simply curious about the interplay between taste and sound, the evening offers an accessible, engaging way to sip, listen, compare, and discuss chamber music. Non-alcoholic beverage options will also be available.
Event & Ticket Details
- Event: Music & Beer
- Date & Time: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:30 pm
- Location: 51 Walden Street, Concord, MA 01742
- Tickets: $50 per person. Available online at concordconservatory.org/news-events/ccm-concert-speaker-series.
- Age Requirement: 21+. A valid photo ID matching the ticket holder’s name is required at the door for entry and tasting.
- Group Reservations: Parties of 8 or more wishing to sit together should, please contact Elaine Lawrence at elawrence@concordconservatory.org.
5K & Family “Bunny Hop” Fun Run
When:
Where: Craft Food Hall BXB 500 Beaver Brook Rd, Boxboro
Join the House Rabbit Network on Saturday October 3, 2026 for a Run for the Buns! You can make a team or join as a participant to run or walk our course. (We are also hoping our friends from further away can join us virtually). 100% of the proceeds go to us – your local rabbit rescue & education hub. By raising money for our organization, you are allowing us to rescue more bunnies, find them loving homes, and support the public in bunny ownership.
After-party to follow at Craft Food Halls with robust & exciting sweepstakes, music & family entertainment, and great food to purchase from Craft Food Halls! Each entry comes with a complimentary drink.
The details:
Parking & 5K Check-in Opens: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 9:30am
Bunny Hop Start Time: 10:30am (kids only)
After-Party at Craft Food Halls
Location – Craft Food Hall BXB 500 Beaver Brook Rd, Boxboro, MA 01719
Early Registration Discount Period Opens – April 20th to July 31st ($25)
Learn more & Register here! https://www.rabbitnetwork.org/vol/events/5k/
After-party to follow at Craft Food Halls with robust & exciting sweepstakes, music & family entertainment, and great food to purchase from Craft Food Halls! Each entry comes with a complimentary drink.
The details:
Parking & 5K Check-in Opens: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 9:30am
Bunny Hop Start Time: 10:30am (kids only)
After-Party at Craft Food Halls
Location – Craft Food Hall BXB 500 Beaver Brook Rd, Boxboro, MA 01719
Early Registration Discount Period Opens – April 20th to July 31st ($25)
Learn more & Register here! https://www.rabbitnetwork.org/vol/events/5k/
Country Fair
When:
Where: 19 Foster St., Littleton
The lollapalooza known as the Littleton Country Fair is Saturday, Oct. 3, at 19 Foster St., Littleton, from 10 am-2 pm, with the keywords: homemade, recycle/reuse and free.
Find homemade jam, baked goods, crafts, and prepared foods. The Café serves BBQ and all the sides, hot dogs, and vegan/GF entrees.
Reduce/recycle/reuse at the HUGE yard sale that opens at 8 am. Continue shopping at the pre-owned jewelry and book booths. Tarot readings and reiki treatments are also offered.
There’s always free parking, admission, kids crafts, and face painting. Save the date and see you there to spend a day, not a fortune.
Yard sale donations from the community will be accepted Friday, Oct. 2 from 4-6 pm, and 7-9 am before the sale on Oct. 3. PLEASE NOTE: We do NOT accept TVs, car seats, computer monitors or artificial Christmas trees. All contributions are tax-deductible, to benefit First Church Unitarian of Littleton, which awards 10 percent of income to a Littleton non-profit.
Email questions to fair@fculittle.org. Hope to see you there for a fun, frugal delicious time.
Find homemade jam, baked goods, crafts, and prepared foods. The Café serves BBQ and all the sides, hot dogs, and vegan/GF entrees.
Reduce/recycle/reuse at the HUGE yard sale that opens at 8 am. Continue shopping at the pre-owned jewelry and book booths. Tarot readings and reiki treatments are also offered.
There’s always free parking, admission, kids crafts, and face painting. Save the date and see you there to spend a day, not a fortune.
Yard sale donations from the community will be accepted Friday, Oct. 2 from 4-6 pm, and 7-9 am before the sale on Oct. 3. PLEASE NOTE: We do NOT accept TVs, car seats, computer monitors or artificial Christmas trees. All contributions are tax-deductible, to benefit First Church Unitarian of Littleton, which awards 10 percent of income to a Littleton non-profit.
Email questions to fair@fculittle.org. Hope to see you there for a fun, frugal delicious time.
AVCC Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest on October 3
When:
Where: 89 Arlington Street, Acton
The Apple Valley Catholic Community (AVCC) will host its Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 89 Arlington Street, Acton, MA. This is open to all and a family-friendly charity event that aims to bring the community together for an afternoon of food, ice cream, craft beer, live music, dancing and games. Admission is a suggested donation of $10, and children under 12 are free.
For more information, or to skip the line and get tickets ahead of time, visit avcatholic.org or view the official event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/927818830348780/
For more information, or to skip the line and get tickets ahead of time, visit avcatholic.org or view the official event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/927818830348780/
Introduction to Zentangle Workshop at UUCAV
When:
Where: 353 Great Road in Stow
Stow, Mass., October 3 – The Spiritual Growth and Community Center (SGCC) at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV) will present a special Introduction to Zentangle workshop on Saturday, October 3.
Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum, UUCAV minister and Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), will lead participants through the basics of Zentangle, a meditative doodling process where there are no mistakes, and the result is always beautiful. Zentangle is an 8-step meditation process, where art is the result but not the goal—the goal is centering in gratitude and appreciation.
SGCC is pleased to be able to offer this class, often priced around $50, for only the cost of art supplies, which are yours to keep at the end of the session. The fee for supplies is $10, and all necessary materials will be provided.
Registration is requested; please visit uucav.org for more information and a link to the registration form.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, October 3 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building at UUCAV is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum, UUCAV minister and Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), will lead participants through the basics of Zentangle, a meditative doodling process where there are no mistakes, and the result is always beautiful. Zentangle is an 8-step meditation process, where art is the result but not the goal—the goal is centering in gratitude and appreciation.
SGCC is pleased to be able to offer this class, often priced around $50, for only the cost of art supplies, which are yours to keep at the end of the session. The fee for supplies is $10, and all necessary materials will be provided.
Registration is requested; please visit uucav.org for more information and a link to the registration form.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, October 3 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building at UUCAV is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
WA Marching Band Competition- 10/3
When:
Where: Trustees Field at Alumni Stadium, Westford
Westford Academy is hosting its third marching band competition on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Trustees Field at Alumni Stadium. Eight high school marching bands will come to WA to compete in the New England Scholastic Band Association’s circuit with an additional performance by the UMass Lowell Marching Band.
Concessions and refreshments will be available for purchase featuring Classic Kitchen Cafe, Westford Bakery, Presti Pizza, and Westford House of Pizza. This is a ticketed event- Adults $15, Seniors and Students $10. Cash preferred.
Please support your WA Marching Band by joining us on Oct. 3!
Concessions and refreshments will be available for purchase featuring Classic Kitchen Cafe, Westford Bakery, Presti Pizza, and Westford House of Pizza. This is a ticketed event- Adults $15, Seniors and Students $10. Cash preferred.
Please support your WA Marching Band by joining us on Oct. 3!
“The Chosen” Now Showing at First United Methodist Church, Hudson
When:
Where: 34 Felton Street, just over the hill, off the Hudson Rotary
Following every Sunday morning service, starting October 4th, the First United Methodist Church, Hudson invites the local community, and surrounding towns, to the showing of “The Chosen”, starting with Season 1. The event will begin at 12:30 PM downstairs in Lamson Hall providing attendees an opportunity to watch the groundbreaking historical drama. Seasons 1 thru 5 runs for 40 weeks.
Created and directed by Dallas Jenkins, “The Chosen” has captured a global audience of over 300 million viewers all over the world.
Come to watch as many episodes as you wish; you don’t have to watch all of them to follow the series. There is no charge and all are welcome.
We are located at 34 Felton Street, just over the hill, off the Hudson Rotary.
More information is available at 978-562-2932
Created and directed by Dallas Jenkins, “The Chosen” has captured a global audience of over 300 million viewers all over the world.
Come to watch as many episodes as you wish; you don’t have to watch all of them to follow the series. There is no charge and all are welcome.
We are located at 34 Felton Street, just over the hill, off the Hudson Rotary.
More information is available at 978-562-2932
“Songs of Schumann and Britten” in Concert at UUCAV
When:
Where: 353 Great Road in Stow
Stow, Mass., Oct 4 – UUCAV Music Director Christopher Hossfeld and accompanist Trevor Berens present an afternoon of art song featuring two remarkable song cycles: Robert Schumann’s Dichterliebe (A Poet’s Love) and Benjamin Britten’s Who Are These Children?
Schumann’s Dichterliebe, composed in 1840 to poems by Heinrich Heine, traces an intimate emotional journey through love, longing, bitterness, memory, and loss. One of the defining works of the Romantic song repertoire, the cycle will be performed in its original German.
Britten’s Who Are These Children? sets poems by Scottish poet William Soutar. Written in English and Scots, the cycle moves between playful glimpses of childhood and darker reflections on violence, suffering, and the cost of war.
Together, the two works offer contrasting musical worlds while sharing an extraordinary sensitivity to poetry and to the complexity of human experience.
The concert will be held on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking. Suggested donation: $25. Donations collected at the door or in advance at Eventbrite.com.
For more information or to find a link to purchase advance tickets, visit www.uucav.org.
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS:
Christopher Hossfeld is Music Director at UUCAV and Director of Music and Ritual and Instructor in Sacred Music at Harvard Divinity School. His professional work spans conducting, composition, vocal performance, and teaching in academic, church, and community settings. His compositions have been performed at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Toronto Music Garden, and Jordan Hall, and by ensembles including the Cantata Singers of Ottawa and the Grammy-nominated string orchestra A Far Cry. While living in Montréal, he was conductor and co-artistic director of Opera da Camera and co-founded the collaborative vocal ensemble One Equall Musick.
Trevor Berens is accompanist at UUCAV, as well as a pianist, composer, and music therapist. His work ranges from traditional and avant-garde classical music to free improvisation, and he collaborates with singers, instrumentalists, chamber ensembles, dancers, and choruses. Trevor is the founder of Sonic Liberation Players, a Boston-based ensemble specializing in modern experimental and avant-garde music. He runs the Berens Voice and Piano Studio in Pepperell with his wife, Jessica, works as a music therapist for young children, and is also accompanist for the Halalisa Singers.
Music at UUCAV
Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley
353 Great Road, Stow, MA 01775
Schumann’s Dichterliebe, composed in 1840 to poems by Heinrich Heine, traces an intimate emotional journey through love, longing, bitterness, memory, and loss. One of the defining works of the Romantic song repertoire, the cycle will be performed in its original German.
Britten’s Who Are These Children? sets poems by Scottish poet William Soutar. Written in English and Scots, the cycle moves between playful glimpses of childhood and darker reflections on violence, suffering, and the cost of war.
Together, the two works offer contrasting musical worlds while sharing an extraordinary sensitivity to poetry and to the complexity of human experience.
The concert will be held on Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley (UUCAV), located at 353 Great Road in Stow, Massachusetts. The building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking. Suggested donation: $25. Donations collected at the door or in advance at Eventbrite.com.
For more information or to find a link to purchase advance tickets, visit www.uucav.org.
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS:
Christopher Hossfeld is Music Director at UUCAV and Director of Music and Ritual and Instructor in Sacred Music at Harvard Divinity School. His professional work spans conducting, composition, vocal performance, and teaching in academic, church, and community settings. His compositions have been performed at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Toronto Music Garden, and Jordan Hall, and by ensembles including the Cantata Singers of Ottawa and the Grammy-nominated string orchestra A Far Cry. While living in Montréal, he was conductor and co-artistic director of Opera da Camera and co-founded the collaborative vocal ensemble One Equall Musick.
Trevor Berens is accompanist at UUCAV, as well as a pianist, composer, and music therapist. His work ranges from traditional and avant-garde classical music to free improvisation, and he collaborates with singers, instrumentalists, chamber ensembles, dancers, and choruses. Trevor is the founder of Sonic Liberation Players, a Boston-based ensemble specializing in modern experimental and avant-garde music. He runs the Berens Voice and Piano Studio in Pepperell with his wife, Jessica, works as a music therapist for young children, and is also accompanist for the Halalisa Singers.
Music at UUCAV
Unitarian Universalist Congregation in the Assabet Valley
353 Great Road, Stow, MA 01775
Love to Sing? Come Join Us!
When:
Where: 117 East Main St, Westborough
Shir Joy Chorus is holding open rehearsals from 6:30-8:30 on Sunday, Oct 4 and Monday, Oct 12th, at Congregation B'nai Shalom at 117 East Main St, Westborough. Anyone aged 14+ interested in potentially joining the chorus is welcome to experience a rehearsal firsthand.
More information at https://www.shirjoychorus.com/
More information at https://www.shirjoychorus.com/
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CHORUS INVITES SINGERS TO JOIN THIS SEASON
When:
Where: 48 Main St., Westford
Since 2006, singers from Westford and surrounding towns have joined together to present a Christmas concert at First Parish Church United, 48 Main St., Westford, to benefit the Westford Food Pantry. Registration and music distribution will take place this year at the home of Nancy Eberiel, accompanist and co-founder of the chorus, 4 Depot Rd., on Sat., Sept. 26, from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Dues are $35.00 a person, $55 a couple. The group welcomes teens and adults. No auditions are required. Ladies who join the chorus have the option of also participating in the women’s ensemble, Elements.
Rehearsals will be held Sundays at 7:30 at First Parish Church United, beginning Oct. 4. The concert will take place on Sun., Dec. 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the church. For further information, please call Jeanne Masterman, at 978-692-8416.
Rehearsals will be held Sundays at 7:30 at First Parish Church United, beginning Oct. 4. The concert will take place on Sun., Dec. 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the church. For further information, please call Jeanne Masterman, at 978-692-8416.
Is Your Child Struggling with Behavioral Challenges?
When:
Where: Bedford MA
This March, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and NAMI MASS will be offering a very special education program ~ NAMI “BASICS” designed for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental health issues and behavioral challenges. The class will help families cope with the impact these disorders have on the child and the entire family. The program is free to all and led by trained NAMI volunteer teachers who are themselves parents/ of children living with these difficulties.
The course consists of six (6) classes, each lasting 2 ½ hours. The class will be held in Bedford MA starting Tues Oct. 6th at 6:15 pm - 8:45 pm. and ends on Nov 17th. The program helps parents understand the illnesses that are causing behavioral difficulties, and the critical role families play. NAMI Basics bridges the gap. It provides help that can’t be found in a doctor’s office. Join us and obtain the tools needed that will greatly assist you in making the best decisions possible for the care of your child.
For registration and details call: Dee - 978.697.3441 cell, Brian 617-257-1767, or Lisa - 978-869-1242.
Call soon as the class is limited.
The course consists of six (6) classes, each lasting 2 ½ hours. The class will be held in Bedford MA starting Tues Oct. 6th at 6:15 pm - 8:45 pm. and ends on Nov 17th. The program helps parents understand the illnesses that are causing behavioral difficulties, and the critical role families play. NAMI Basics bridges the gap. It provides help that can’t be found in a doctor’s office. Join us and obtain the tools needed that will greatly assist you in making the best decisions possible for the care of your child.
For registration and details call: Dee - 978.697.3441 cell, Brian 617-257-1767, or Lisa - 978-869-1242.
Call soon as the class is limited.
Free Baby Sign Class
When:
Where: Fowler Library in West Concord
Join Mary Beilman, a certified baby sign language educator, to learn about the benefits of using sign language with your baby or toddler. Mary will demonstrate common American Sign Language signs to use with your baby to build communication skills before your baby develops language. This class will be held at Fowler Library in West Concord on Wednesday, October 7, 11-11:45. Adults and their preverbal babies age 2 months to 24 months are welcome to attend together. To register, click on the registration link on the library calendar: https://concordlibrary.org/events/calendar . This is a First Connections program graciously hosted by the Fowler Library! It is free and open to anyone to attend.
Become a Tutor of English
Sign Up for the Fall Class!
When:
Where: Zoom & Wayland Library
Have you ever thought about tutoring someone in English? Most people who decide to become tutors are thinking of the good it can do, helping others become more proficient in English and better able to cope with employment, landlords, schools or the medical system. But then they discover the rewards, the satisfaction that comes as progress is made and a relationship develops that enriches both learner and tutor. Tutors often speak of their pleasure in learning about another culture and their greater appreciation of the challenges facing those who are adapting to ours.
Because of the constant demand for tutoring, all available tutors are now working with students, and the next tutor-training course has been scheduled. ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program directors Ginny Steel and Jane Albert are currently enrolling prospective tutors for the five-session course that starts on October 7. The class will meet on five consecutive Wednesday evenings, 6-9 pm, Oct. 7 – Nov. 4. The first four classes will meet virtually, using Zoom, and the last one will be in person, in the Wayland library.
No prior knowledge of a foreign language is needed, just an openness to other cultures and the desire to share your knowledge of English. The training is free, although it is necessary to purchase a textbook for about $40.
Tutors will be prepared to work with their learners either remotely, as we often do now, or in person, as is sometimes possible. Tutors now are using FaceTime, Zoom, telephone and email as they meet with their learners and enjoy both success and personal connection. For more information or to enroll in the tutor training course, you can phone Ginny Steel at 508-358-7517 or email her at virginia@thesteels.com.
Because of the constant demand for tutoring, all available tutors are now working with students, and the next tutor-training course has been scheduled. ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program directors Ginny Steel and Jane Albert are currently enrolling prospective tutors for the five-session course that starts on October 7. The class will meet on five consecutive Wednesday evenings, 6-9 pm, Oct. 7 – Nov. 4. The first four classes will meet virtually, using Zoom, and the last one will be in person, in the Wayland library.
No prior knowledge of a foreign language is needed, just an openness to other cultures and the desire to share your knowledge of English. The training is free, although it is necessary to purchase a textbook for about $40.
Tutors will be prepared to work with their learners either remotely, as we often do now, or in person, as is sometimes possible. Tutors now are using FaceTime, Zoom, telephone and email as they meet with their learners and enjoy both success and personal connection. For more information or to enroll in the tutor training course, you can phone Ginny Steel at 508-358-7517 or email her at virginia@thesteels.com.
All Are Invited to a Free Informational Webinar:
9 Massachusetts Ballot Questions – Vote Yes or No?
When:
Where: Webinar
The League of Women Voters – Acton Area will host a webinar featuring the 9 questions on the Massachusetts State Election ballot on Wednesday October 7, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM EDT on Zoom. The event is free and open to the public.
Plain language explanations. Pros and Cons. Supporters and Opposition. Financial Impact. Learn what it means to vote “yes” or to vote “no” on each of the ballot questions:
Question 1: Expanding the Public Records Law
Question 2: Collective Bargaining for CPCS Employees
Question 3: State Primary Elections
Question 4: Election Day Registration
Question 5: State Revenue Limit & Rebate
Question 6: Natural Resource Conservation Fund
Question 7: Single Family Homes
Question 8: Prohibit Retail Sale of Adult Recreational Use Marijuana
Question 9: Firearms Regulation
Don't miss this opportunity to get the information you’ll need to make informed choices when you vote on the 9 ballot questions. Register today for the webinar link, https://tinyurl.com/LWVAA-BallotQuestions, and be prepared for when you go to the polls on November 3rd.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that encourages informed and active participation in local, state, and national government. It has a long tradition of providing important voter information services, such as this webinar. Please visit our website (lwv-actonarea.org) for more information.
Plain language explanations. Pros and Cons. Supporters and Opposition. Financial Impact. Learn what it means to vote “yes” or to vote “no” on each of the ballot questions:
Question 1: Expanding the Public Records Law
Question 2: Collective Bargaining for CPCS Employees
Question 3: State Primary Elections
Question 4: Election Day Registration
Question 5: State Revenue Limit & Rebate
Question 6: Natural Resource Conservation Fund
Question 7: Single Family Homes
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Skylight Astronomical Society, Inc.
Presents: The Deep Sky Extravaganza Star Watch!
When:
Where: Stow Minute Man Airfield in Stow
When: Friday, October 9th from 7:00 PM until 9:30 PM
Rain date: Saturday, October 10th
Come join us beneath the dark October sky for an evening of stargazing and telescope viewing! With the Moon nearly absent from the sky, October 9th offers excellent conditions for exploring dark sky objects of the heavens. Take in diverse objects like galaxies, globular clusters, planetary nebulae and remnants of exploding stars! See the distant Andromeda Galaxy, colorful double stars, and Saturn with its magnificent rings! The Draconids Meteor Shower will be peaking that night, so keep an eye overhead for an occasional bright meteor or dramatic fireball streaking across the sky! Whether you’re an experienced skywatcher or have never looked through a telescope before, come see for yourself just how much of the universe is available to you overhead. In conjunction with our usual visual scopes, check out our newest digital imaging system, a Seestar 50, which may even let us see a real live supernova! Clear Skies and hope to see you there!
Our rain date will be the next evening, October 10th just in case!
Here is a link to the SAS website and more information on the Star Watch: https://skylight.kantbelievemyeyes.com/star-night-minute-man-airfield/
If you have COVID-like symptoms or have been in contact with someone ill, we ask that you refrain from attending.
Rain date: Saturday, October 10th
Come join us beneath the dark October sky for an evening of stargazing and telescope viewing! With the Moon nearly absent from the sky, October 9th offers excellent conditions for exploring dark sky objects of the heavens. Take in diverse objects like galaxies, globular clusters, planetary nebulae and remnants of exploding stars! See the distant Andromeda Galaxy, colorful double stars, and Saturn with its magnificent rings! The Draconids Meteor Shower will be peaking that night, so keep an eye overhead for an occasional bright meteor or dramatic fireball streaking across the sky! Whether you’re an experienced skywatcher or have never looked through a telescope before, come see for yourself just how much of the universe is available to you overhead. In conjunction with our usual visual scopes, check out our newest digital imaging system, a Seestar 50, which may even let us see a real live supernova! Clear Skies and hope to see you there!
Our rain date will be the next evening, October 10th just in case!
Here is a link to the SAS website and more information on the Star Watch: https://skylight.kantbelievemyeyes.com/star-night-minute-man-airfield/
If you have COVID-like symptoms or have been in contact with someone ill, we ask that you refrain from attending.
Cambodian Artists, Lowell Community Organizations and North ShoreOrchestra Join for Free “Cambodian Spirit” Performance in Lowell
When:
Where: Lowell High School Auditorium, 50 Father Morissette Boulevard, Lowell
Cambodian artists and cultural organizations with deep roots in Lowell and Cambodia will join musicians from Ipswich-based The Orchestra on the Hill for The Cambodian Spirit, a free public performance at Lowell High School on Sunday, October 11.
The multidisciplinary collaboration brings together Angkor Dance Troupe (ADT) and
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell (CMAA) with Cambodian Living Arts (CLA) of Phnom Penh and The Orchestra on the Hill. Through Khmer classical dance and music, storytelling, and original orchestral compositions, the program explores Cambodia’s traditional Creation Story and celebrates the vitality, resilience and continuing evolution of Cambodian arts and culture.
Internationally recognized humanitarian and musician Arn Chorn-Pond, a survivor of the Khmer Rouge genocide and founder of Cambodian Living Arts, will provide poetic accompaniment. His work has helped preserve and revitalize Cambodian performing arts while advancing their transmission to new generations.
The Lowell performance comes during an especially active year for the city and its Cambodian cultural community. Angkor Dance Troupe is celebrating its 40th anniversary season in 2026, four decades after Cambodian refugees founded the Lowell organization to preserve and pass on Khmer dance, music and cultural traditions. The performance also takes place during Lowell’s Bicentennial year, as organizations and residents throughout the city reflect on the communities and histories that have shaped Lowell.
The Cambodian Spirit is an independent collaborative project and is not presented as an
official program of either anniversary observance.
WHEN: Sunday, October 11, 2026 2:30 PM — Preconcert Talk 3:00 PM — Performance
WHERE: Lowell High School Auditorium, 50 Father Morissette Boulevard, Lowell, Massachusetts
ADMISSION: FREE and open to the public. Advance registration is required through Eventbrite. Unregistered walk-ins will be welcomed based on seating availability.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-american-tapestry-the-cambodian-spirit-
tickets-2000030584317
The multidisciplinary collaboration brings together Angkor Dance Troupe (ADT) and
Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association of Greater Lowell (CMAA) with Cambodian Living Arts (CLA) of Phnom Penh and The Orchestra on the Hill. Through Khmer classical dance and music, storytelling, and original orchestral compositions, the program explores Cambodia’s traditional Creation Story and celebrates the vitality, resilience and continuing evolution of Cambodian arts and culture.
Internationally recognized humanitarian and musician Arn Chorn-Pond, a survivor of the Khmer Rouge genocide and founder of Cambodian Living Arts, will provide poetic accompaniment. His work has helped preserve and revitalize Cambodian performing arts while advancing their transmission to new generations.
The Lowell performance comes during an especially active year for the city and its Cambodian cultural community. Angkor Dance Troupe is celebrating its 40th anniversary season in 2026, four decades after Cambodian refugees founded the Lowell organization to preserve and pass on Khmer dance, music and cultural traditions. The performance also takes place during Lowell’s Bicentennial year, as organizations and residents throughout the city reflect on the communities and histories that have shaped Lowell.
The Cambodian Spirit is an independent collaborative project and is not presented as an
official program of either anniversary observance.
WHEN: Sunday, October 11, 2026 2:30 PM — Preconcert Talk 3:00 PM — Performance
WHERE: Lowell High School Auditorium, 50 Father Morissette Boulevard, Lowell, Massachusetts
ADMISSION: FREE and open to the public. Advance registration is required through Eventbrite. Unregistered walk-ins will be welcomed based on seating availability.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-american-tapestry-the-cambodian-spirit-
tickets-2000030584317