ArtSpace Presents “Hats in Bloom”, an Exhibition of Artworks Inspired by Sculptural Hats
When:
Where: 15 Nason Street, Maynard
ArtSpace’s Barbara Erwin Gallery is pleased to announce Hats in Bloom, a unique exhibition that invited artists to begin not with a blank canvas, but with a hat. Featuring the imaginative designs of ArtSpace member and milliner Denise Shea of Denishé Hats, the exhibition explores how unexpected objects can ignite artistic creativity across a wide range of media.
To begin the creative process, twenty-one ArtSpace artists selected one of eight Denishé hats as their inspiration for a new artwork. Sometimes called “fascinators,” Shea’s hats are known for their sculptural forms, playful details, and whimsical personalities. Some artists echo the hats’ shape, while others draw from their color, texture, or the narratives they suggest. The resulting artworks reflect a rich diversity of interpretations through paintings, photography, ceramics, handmade books, collage, and prints. Displayed together, the hats and artworks present a compelling visual dialogue and a testament to creative transformation through craftsmanship and imagination.
Hats in Bloom is on view April 10-May 28, 2026. The ArtSpace Barbara Erwin Gallery is located at 15 Nason Street, Maynard, MA. Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 12-5pm. More information about ArtSpace programs and membership can be found at artspacema.org.
To begin the creative process, twenty-one ArtSpace artists selected one of eight Denishé hats as their inspiration for a new artwork. Sometimes called “fascinators,” Shea’s hats are known for their sculptural forms, playful details, and whimsical personalities. Some artists echo the hats’ shape, while others draw from their color, texture, or the narratives they suggest. The resulting artworks reflect a rich diversity of interpretations through paintings, photography, ceramics, handmade books, collage, and prints. Displayed together, the hats and artworks present a compelling visual dialogue and a testament to creative transformation through craftsmanship and imagination.
Hats in Bloom is on view April 10-May 28, 2026. The ArtSpace Barbara Erwin Gallery is located at 15 Nason Street, Maynard, MA. Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 12-5pm. More information about ArtSpace programs and membership can be found at artspacema.org.
Pop-Up Exhibit in West Concord Offers Preview of Future Guitar Museum of New England
Month-long series of talks, music, and demonstrations highlights rare instruments and guitar craftsmanship
When:
Where: West Concord
Visitors to West Concord this spring will have a unique opportunity to experience a preview of the future Guitar Museum of New England through a special pop-up exhibition and series of events taking place in the West Concord Cultural District.
The exhibition, titled “Hidden Gems,” will be presented at a temporary gallery space at 129 Commonwealth Avenue and will showcase a selection of rare guitars and related artifacts from the museum’s growing collection. The exhibit is being offered as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, a regional celebration organized by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area.
The pop-up exhibit provides a glimpse of the instruments and stories that will eventually anchor the museum’s permanent home planned for 74 Commonwealth Avenue, currently moving through the construction permitting process.
Throughout the spring, the exhibit will host a series of small gatherings, talks, and live music performances that allow visitors to experience the instruments and learn about the craft of guitar making.
The exhibit’s opening reception on May 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. will feature live music by the Goodwin String Thing band, whose instrumental compositions will accompany a live poetry reading.
Additional events will include informal “Meet the Curator” evenings, where visitors can speak with Schünemann about the instruments and their makers, as well as a special evening of Celtic harp music performed by Concord musician Jaimee Lee Joroff.
The Guitar Museum of New England will also participate in West Concord Porchfest on June 13, hosting activities both at the pop-up exhibit and at the future museum site at 74 Commonwealth Avenue. Tickets for some events are limited and reservations are recommended.
More information and event registration is available at https://GuitarMuseum.org/events.
Key Events
• May 2 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Celtic harp performed by Jaimee Joroff
• May 9 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Hidden Gems opening reception with live music by Goodwin String Thing Band
• May 16 | 10am to 3 pm (Spring into West Concord Day) — Meet the Curator with Wilson Schünemann
• May 23 | 6:30–8 p.m. — TBD – check the website
• June 6 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Meet the Curator: post-conference conversation
• June 13 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. — West Concord Porchfest participation
The exhibition, titled “Hidden Gems,” will be presented at a temporary gallery space at 129 Commonwealth Avenue and will showcase a selection of rare guitars and related artifacts from the museum’s growing collection. The exhibit is being offered as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, a regional celebration organized by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area.
The pop-up exhibit provides a glimpse of the instruments and stories that will eventually anchor the museum’s permanent home planned for 74 Commonwealth Avenue, currently moving through the construction permitting process.
Throughout the spring, the exhibit will host a series of small gatherings, talks, and live music performances that allow visitors to experience the instruments and learn about the craft of guitar making.
The exhibit’s opening reception on May 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. will feature live music by the Goodwin String Thing band, whose instrumental compositions will accompany a live poetry reading.
Additional events will include informal “Meet the Curator” evenings, where visitors can speak with Schünemann about the instruments and their makers, as well as a special evening of Celtic harp music performed by Concord musician Jaimee Lee Joroff.
The Guitar Museum of New England will also participate in West Concord Porchfest on June 13, hosting activities both at the pop-up exhibit and at the future museum site at 74 Commonwealth Avenue. Tickets for some events are limited and reservations are recommended.
More information and event registration is available at https://GuitarMuseum.org/events.
Key Events
• May 2 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Celtic harp performed by Jaimee Joroff
• May 9 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Hidden Gems opening reception with live music by Goodwin String Thing Band
• May 16 | 10am to 3 pm (Spring into West Concord Day) — Meet the Curator with Wilson Schünemann
• May 23 | 6:30–8 p.m. — TBD – check the website
• June 6 | 6:30–8 p.m. — Meet the Curator: post-conference conversation
• June 13 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. — West Concord Porchfest participation
Upcoming 300th Anniversary Community Meetings in Westford
When:
Where: Various locations in Westford
The Westford 300th Anniversary committee has started gathering ideas to celebrate this historic town milestone. Join us at an upcoming community forum to learn more about our plans and share your input early in the planning process.
The Committee is eager to hear suggestions of all kinds - from festivals, concerts, and educational programs to historical projects, public art, and community traditions that could bring residents together throughout the 2029 anniversary year.
The Meetings are being held:
May 8 at 1:00PM at the Cameron Senior Center
May 17 at 1:00PM at the Westford Museum
June 11 at 7:00PM Virtual Meeting (Westford CAT)
If you can not attend any community meeting, you can still offer your input by completing the survey found here: https://forms.gle/HNMCAbMgBKP3R9369
You can learn more about the committee here: https://museum.westford.org/westford-300th-anniversary/
The Committee is eager to hear suggestions of all kinds - from festivals, concerts, and educational programs to historical projects, public art, and community traditions that could bring residents together throughout the 2029 anniversary year.
The Meetings are being held:
May 8 at 1:00PM at the Cameron Senior Center
May 17 at 1:00PM at the Westford Museum
June 11 at 7:00PM Virtual Meeting (Westford CAT)
If you can not attend any community meeting, you can still offer your input by completing the survey found here: https://forms.gle/HNMCAbMgBKP3R9369
You can learn more about the committee here: https://museum.westford.org/westford-300th-anniversary/
Discovery Museum to Launch Annual Bid for Kids Online Auction, May 18-27
When:
Where: online
Auction items to include event tickets, tours, summer camps, and an exclusive virtual reading of the #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book, The Book With No Pictures, by author B.J. Novak
Discovery Museum’s annual Bid for Kids online auction fundraiser kicks off Monday, May 18th featuring the chance for bidders to win a live, virtual storytime by celebrated actor, author, director, screenwriter, and producer B.J. Novak.
Novak will read his #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book, The Book With No Pictures, live via Zoom to a child’s birthday party or classroom of the winning bidder’s choosing. The item description is in preview on the Museum’s auction website here https://bit.ly/NovakStorytime.
Discovery Museum will kick off its annual Bid for Kids online auction fundraiser on Monday, May 18 at 8:00am at https://www.biddingforgood.com/discoveryacton and close it on Wednesday, May 27 at 8:00pm.
Many popular, useful, and/or hard-to-get items have been donated by generous individuals and businesses in the community in support of the Museum. The catalog will have more than 150 items, including Red Sox and Celtics tickets, theater tickets, a brewery tour, create your own ice cream flavor experience, children's birthday parties and summer camp sessions, gift cards to restaurants and local businesses, memberships and passes to museums, zoos, and amusement parks, handmade goods, framed astrophotographs, and much more.
Proceeds from the auction will support Discovery Museum’s Open Door Connections programs which serve to make the Museum affordable and accessible to all through programs such as Especially for Me, supporting free visits for families with children on the autism spectrum, are deaf or hard of hearing, or are blind or low-vision, and free Friday night admission year-round. Shoppers and museum supporters alike can visit the auction at https://www.biddingforgood.com/discoveryacton.
Discovery Museum’s annual Bid for Kids online auction fundraiser kicks off Monday, May 18th featuring the chance for bidders to win a live, virtual storytime by celebrated actor, author, director, screenwriter, and producer B.J. Novak.
Novak will read his #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book, The Book With No Pictures, live via Zoom to a child’s birthday party or classroom of the winning bidder’s choosing. The item description is in preview on the Museum’s auction website here https://bit.ly/NovakStorytime.
Discovery Museum will kick off its annual Bid for Kids online auction fundraiser on Monday, May 18 at 8:00am at https://www.biddingforgood.com/discoveryacton and close it on Wednesday, May 27 at 8:00pm.
Many popular, useful, and/or hard-to-get items have been donated by generous individuals and businesses in the community in support of the Museum. The catalog will have more than 150 items, including Red Sox and Celtics tickets, theater tickets, a brewery tour, create your own ice cream flavor experience, children's birthday parties and summer camp sessions, gift cards to restaurants and local businesses, memberships and passes to museums, zoos, and amusement parks, handmade goods, framed astrophotographs, and much more.
Proceeds from the auction will support Discovery Museum’s Open Door Connections programs which serve to make the Museum affordable and accessible to all through programs such as Especially for Me, supporting free visits for families with children on the autism spectrum, are deaf or hard of hearing, or are blind or low-vision, and free Friday night admission year-round. Shoppers and museum supporters alike can visit the auction at https://www.biddingforgood.com/discoveryacton.
Mad Scientist Day
When:
Where: 426 Davis Road, Bedford
The Lutheran Church of the Savior is again hosting their amazing Mad Scientist Day. We invite your and your family to join us for fun day of exploring science through activities and demonstrations. Learn about Physics, Chemistry, Electricity and Magnetism. There will be interesting things to do and to discover for ALL ages (even adults!).
Lutheran Church of the Savior
426 Davis Road, Bedford
Saturday May 23rd at 2 pm
Lutheran Church of the Savior
426 Davis Road, Bedford
Saturday May 23rd at 2 pm
Free Pasta Friendship Dinner at
Hudson First United Methodist Church
When:
Where: 34 Felton Street, Hudson
The First United Methodist Church of Hudson will be offering its FREE Pasta Friendship Dinner on Saturday, May 23rd, to be served at 5:00 pm. This is one of our most asked for meals and everyone loves the spaghetti, meatballs and sausage served with salad, drinks and desserts!
Invite family, friends and neighbors for an evening of great tasting food, laughter and fellowship.
Friendship Dinners are served the fourth Saturday of every month and are free and open to everyone.
Invite family, friends and neighbors for an evening of great tasting food, laughter and fellowship.
Friendship Dinners are served the fourth Saturday of every month and are free and open to everyone.
First United Methodist Church is located over the hill, off the Hudson Rotary, at 34 Felton Street.
More information is available at 978-562-2932 or at our website https://hudsonfumc.org/
This Comedian Knows Comedy to a Tee
Boston Globe Rising Star Comedian May 23 at PCA
Boston Globe Rising Star Comedian May 23 at PCA
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
Identified as a rising star by the Boston Globe, Amy Tee is one of the busiest comedians on the New England comedy circuit today, and she’s making a stop at Parish Center for the Arts (10 Lincoln Street on May 23 at 7:30pm with guests Patty Gould and Jeanne DeRosa. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating, so pack your snacks and beverages and arrive early to claim your favorite table. Visit pcawestford.org for tickets and more information.
Amy Tee offers a rare blend of wit and honesty, a winning combination that's made her a popular comedian on the national comedy touring circuit. Tee brings boyish charm and dry wit to her experiences with alcoholism, bi-polar disorder and, on the road to recovery, delivers comedy with stigma-busting honesty. Amy happily uses her comedic act to serve as a mental wellness advocate as an 'approoved' IOOV (In Our Own Voice) Presenter for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Amy Tee is a regular performer at the Boston Comedy Festival, and has been featured on Sirius XM Satellite Radio and the LOGO television network. She was named one of the "funniest lesbians in America" by Curve Magazine.
As a special guest, meet Patty Gould, the grandmother of comedy! By day, Patty cares for Alzheimer's patients with love, patience, and a healthy dose of humor. By night, she's late, loud and laughing her way through life. When she's not making her patients giggle, Patty's got her sights set on the stage, bringing her unique brand of comedy to the masses. Don't miss her hilarious take on aging, caregiving, and the art of being fashionably late – every time!
By day, comic host Jeanne DeRosa has been a math teacher for 30 years, but outside school, she's a stand-up comedian known as "MAD (Middle-Aged Divorced) Barbie." DeRosa's hilarious sets focus on her life as (you guessed it) a middle-aged, divorced woman and her experiences with dating (online or otherwise), life in general...and occasionally a few squirrels.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/5-23-26-amy-tee-w-patty-gould-jeanne-derosa/3RS2N7LE6MMM77QP5HPTVSLC
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Amy Tee offers a rare blend of wit and honesty, a winning combination that's made her a popular comedian on the national comedy touring circuit. Tee brings boyish charm and dry wit to her experiences with alcoholism, bi-polar disorder and, on the road to recovery, delivers comedy with stigma-busting honesty. Amy happily uses her comedic act to serve as a mental wellness advocate as an 'approoved' IOOV (In Our Own Voice) Presenter for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Amy Tee is a regular performer at the Boston Comedy Festival, and has been featured on Sirius XM Satellite Radio and the LOGO television network. She was named one of the "funniest lesbians in America" by Curve Magazine.
As a special guest, meet Patty Gould, the grandmother of comedy! By day, Patty cares for Alzheimer's patients with love, patience, and a healthy dose of humor. By night, she's late, loud and laughing her way through life. When she's not making her patients giggle, Patty's got her sights set on the stage, bringing her unique brand of comedy to the masses. Don't miss her hilarious take on aging, caregiving, and the art of being fashionably late – every time!
By day, comic host Jeanne DeRosa has been a math teacher for 30 years, but outside school, she's a stand-up comedian known as "MAD (Middle-Aged Divorced) Barbie." DeRosa's hilarious sets focus on her life as (you guessed it) a middle-aged, divorced woman and her experiences with dating (online or otherwise), life in general...and occasionally a few squirrels.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/5-23-26-amy-tee-w-patty-gould-jeanne-derosa/3RS2N7LE6MMM77QP5HPTVSLC
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
BOSTON 2026 WORLD EXPO STAMP SHOW
When:
Where: 415 Summer Street, Boston
When: May 23-30, 2026
Show Floor Hours: 10AM to 6PM (Sat-Fri) & 10AM to 3PM (Sat 5/30)
Where: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer
Street, Boston, MA 02210 in the Seaport District
Price: Free
Explore global and US history, one tiny painting at a time! Boston 2026 World Expo brings the global stamp community to Boston for eight days from May 23-30th, 2026. Held once every ten years, the event showcases world-class exhibits, dealers, presentations, and first day of issue ceremonies, all part of America’s 250th anniversary in the heart of one of America's most historic cities.
Spanning 352,000 contiguous square feet and sponsored by the US Postal Service, the exhibition will feature a comprehensive international experience, including a large dealer marketplace, an extensive array of foreign post offices, and a chance to talk with philatelic societies from around the world. At the heart of the expo will be a prestigious competitive exhibition with approximately 4,000 frames of exhibits sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP), complemented by a special Court of Honor exhibition and a major literature competition.
Beyond exhibits, Boston 2026 will host hundreds of meetings, roundtable discussions, and presentations across 40 meeting rooms supporting education, collaboration, and international exchange. Signature events, including a large opening ceremony and a closing awards dinner, will create a unique and memorable experience for exhibitors, delegates, and visitors. History buffs, art lovers, ephemera and mail artists, scout troops, and youth groups are all welcome free of charge.
See https://Boston2026.org website for information on attending dealers and post offices, exhibit and event listings, volunteer opportunities, scout merit badge workshops, and much more.
Show Floor Hours: 10AM to 6PM (Sat-Fri) & 10AM to 3PM (Sat 5/30)
Where: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer
Street, Boston, MA 02210 in the Seaport District
Price: Free
Explore global and US history, one tiny painting at a time! Boston 2026 World Expo brings the global stamp community to Boston for eight days from May 23-30th, 2026. Held once every ten years, the event showcases world-class exhibits, dealers, presentations, and first day of issue ceremonies, all part of America’s 250th anniversary in the heart of one of America's most historic cities.
Spanning 352,000 contiguous square feet and sponsored by the US Postal Service, the exhibition will feature a comprehensive international experience, including a large dealer marketplace, an extensive array of foreign post offices, and a chance to talk with philatelic societies from around the world. At the heart of the expo will be a prestigious competitive exhibition with approximately 4,000 frames of exhibits sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP), complemented by a special Court of Honor exhibition and a major literature competition.
Beyond exhibits, Boston 2026 will host hundreds of meetings, roundtable discussions, and presentations across 40 meeting rooms supporting education, collaboration, and international exchange. Signature events, including a large opening ceremony and a closing awards dinner, will create a unique and memorable experience for exhibitors, delegates, and visitors. History buffs, art lovers, ephemera and mail artists, scout troops, and youth groups are all welcome free of charge.
See https://Boston2026.org website for information on attending dealers and post offices, exhibit and event listings, volunteer opportunities, scout merit badge workshops, and much more.
Iron Work Farm Open House at the Faulkner Homestead and Jones Tavern
Sunday, May 24 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 24 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.
When:
Where: 5 High Street and 128 Main Street, Acton
The Iron Work Farm will hold their first “4th Sunday” open houses of the season (1-3 p.m. at the Tavern and 3-5 p.m. at the homestead). A highlight this month at the Faulkner Homestead as part of Freedom’s Way Heritage Association’s “Hidden Treasures” program will be a focus on the Faulkner family’s huge 19th-century barn, which stood on Faulkner Hill until destroyed by arson in 1938. The granite barn cellar still stands, and can be visited today as one of the historic sites on the homestead’s six-acre property.
We will also welcome back members of the Nashoba Valley Weavers Guild to demonstrate aspects of 18th-century home textile production.
No charge; parking on site or nearby. Check www.ironworkfarm.org for details.
Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast and Fundraiser
When:
Where: 80 Champney St., Groton
Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast and Fundraiser for the Groton Grange #7 Brad Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Please join us on May 25, from 7:30 to 10:30 am, at Groton Grange #7, 80 Champney St. All proceeds from the breakfast go to the scholarship fund.
Live music will be provided by the Contra Banditos. Parking is allowed on the Grange side of Champney St only. A delicious breakfast of Pancakes (plain, blueberry, M&M), sausage,maple syrup,orange juice, tea and coffee. $10 all you can eat. Children under 3 free. Please join us rain or shine.
Please join us on May 25, from 7:30 to 10:30 am, at Groton Grange #7, 80 Champney St. All proceeds from the breakfast go to the scholarship fund.
Live music will be provided by the Contra Banditos. Parking is allowed on the Grange side of Champney St only. A delicious breakfast of Pancakes (plain, blueberry, M&M), sausage,maple syrup,orange juice, tea and coffee. $10 all you can eat. Children under 3 free. Please join us rain or shine.
BEDFORD'S 2026 MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES MONDAY, MAY 25
When:
Where: 357 The Great Road, Bedford
Join us in honoring our veterans, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedom. Bedford's Memorial Day events:
8:30am American Legion/VFW Memorial & Shawsheen Cemetery. Ceremonies begin at the American Legion Post, 357 The Great Road
10:00am Old Burying Ground Ceremony, 7 Springs Road
10:45am Bedford High School Fallen Veterans Memorial. Tribute by Bedford HS JROTC cadets
11:00am Town Parade - Starts from Mudge Way and proceeds along Great Road to Town Common
11:15 Bedford Town Common: Main Memorial Day Ceremony
Contact Paul Purchia for more information: 781-275-2464(H); 781-789-8974(C)
Note: In case of heavy rains, outside activities will be canceled. Bedford Town Common ceremony will be moved to Bedford High School Auditorium starting at 11am.
8:30am American Legion/VFW Memorial & Shawsheen Cemetery. Ceremonies begin at the American Legion Post, 357 The Great Road
10:00am Old Burying Ground Ceremony, 7 Springs Road
10:45am Bedford High School Fallen Veterans Memorial. Tribute by Bedford HS JROTC cadets
11:00am Town Parade - Starts from Mudge Way and proceeds along Great Road to Town Common
11:15 Bedford Town Common: Main Memorial Day Ceremony
Contact Paul Purchia for more information: 781-275-2464(H); 781-789-8974(C)
Note: In case of heavy rains, outside activities will be canceled. Bedford Town Common ceremony will be moved to Bedford High School Auditorium starting at 11am.
Boxborough Memorial Day Parade To Be Held May 25
When:
Where: Boxborough
On Monday, May 25, the Town of Boxborough will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade to honor soldiers who died in service and all veterans buried in Boxborough cemeteries.
The parade will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of Hill Road and Wetherbee Lane, proceed on Hill Road to North Cemetery, turn left down Middle Road to Town Hall, proceed from Town Hall across Route 111 (Mass Ave), and continue down Stow Road to South Cemetery. As participants march, they will pause for ceremonies at North Cemetery, Town Hall, and South Cemetery. The Boxborough Minutemen will conduct a musket salute at both cemeteries after the names of veterans buried in the cemeteries are read.
Parking for the parade is available across from Town Hall on Middle Road and near South Cemetery on Burroughs and Stow Roads. There is no parking at North Cemetery, so those not in the parade who want to watch North Cemetery ceremonies should park at Town Hall, the UCC church, or on Burroughs Road east of South Cemetery.
All are welcome to watch or follow behind the parade and attend the three ceremonies. All town veterans are most cordially invited to join the parade by either marching or riding in a car. For more information or questions, please contact the Boxborough Public Celebrations and Ceremonies Committee at pccc@boxborough-ma.gov. Veterans needing parade transportation should contact the PCCC by May 18.
The parade will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of Hill Road and Wetherbee Lane, proceed on Hill Road to North Cemetery, turn left down Middle Road to Town Hall, proceed from Town Hall across Route 111 (Mass Ave), and continue down Stow Road to South Cemetery. As participants march, they will pause for ceremonies at North Cemetery, Town Hall, and South Cemetery. The Boxborough Minutemen will conduct a musket salute at both cemeteries after the names of veterans buried in the cemeteries are read.
Parking for the parade is available across from Town Hall on Middle Road and near South Cemetery on Burroughs and Stow Roads. There is no parking at North Cemetery, so those not in the parade who want to watch North Cemetery ceremonies should park at Town Hall, the UCC church, or on Burroughs Road east of South Cemetery.
All are welcome to watch or follow behind the parade and attend the three ceremonies. All town veterans are most cordially invited to join the parade by either marching or riding in a car. For more information or questions, please contact the Boxborough Public Celebrations and Ceremonies Committee at pccc@boxborough-ma.gov. Veterans needing parade transportation should contact the PCCC by May 18.
Memorial Day Parade in Sudbury—A Hometown Tradition
When:
Where: Sudbury
Sudbury’s Memorial Day Parade and Program take place on the last Monday in May. In 2026, the date is May 25. Come, view the parade or march with us as we visit Sudbury’s War Memorials. Honor an outstanding Sudbury citizen serving as Parade Marshal. Hear the Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Companie play and the Sudbury Companies of Militia and Minute fire musket salutes.
All veterans are invited to join in the line of march at Rugged Bear Plaza. The parade begins at 9:30am. Uniforms are not required. Civilian clothes which respect the dignity of the occasion (dark slacks, white dress shirt, and hat that identifies your branch of service or veterans’ organization are appropriate). Transportation will be provided for those who wish to participate but feel they are not capable of marching along.
After the program, activities begin at Heritage Park. The Sudbury History Center and the Hosmer House will be open for visitors. Both locations have displays and shops related to Sudbury’s history. The Hosmer House parlor will have a display recognizing Town employees, committee members, and school staff who passed away in 2025.
The schedule for Memorial Day in Sudbury is at:
https://sudbury.ma.us/memorialday/2026/05/08/memorialdayparade2026/
All veterans are invited to join in the line of march at Rugged Bear Plaza. The parade begins at 9:30am. Uniforms are not required. Civilian clothes which respect the dignity of the occasion (dark slacks, white dress shirt, and hat that identifies your branch of service or veterans’ organization are appropriate). Transportation will be provided for those who wish to participate but feel they are not capable of marching along.
After the program, activities begin at Heritage Park. The Sudbury History Center and the Hosmer House will be open for visitors. Both locations have displays and shops related to Sudbury’s history. The Hosmer House parlor will have a display recognizing Town employees, committee members, and school staff who passed away in 2025.
The schedule for Memorial Day in Sudbury is at:
https://sudbury.ma.us/memorialday/2026/05/08/memorialdayparade2026/
Chelmsford Memorial Day Parade
When:
Where: 90 Groton Road, Chelmsford
This year’s Memorial Day parade is scheduled for Monday, May 25 at 10:00 a.m. The parade will step off from the Alberton W. Vinal American Legion Post 313, located at 90 Groton Road, and proceed along Groton Road to the Vinal Square common. A commemorative ceremony will follow on the Common to honor those who served.
Maynard's Annual Memorial Day Parade
When:
Where: Maynard Town Hall
Maynard's Annual Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 25, 2026. The parade will start at 11am from the Town Hall parking lot, then proceed down Main Street, to Summer Street, to Nason Street and end back at the Town Hall, approximately at 11:45am. There will be a stop at the bridge on Main Street for a short service as well as at Memorial Park. In case of inclement weather, the parade will be cancelled.
STOW’S MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
When:
Where: Stow
Stow will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2026 beginning at 1:40 p.m. (parade departs at 2 PM). Email the Veterans Outreach volunteer at veterans@stow-ma.gov or visit https://www.facebook.com/StowVeteransServices.
May 26 Starting Solids Free Live Webinar
When:
Where: Zoom
First Connections invites parents to a 1-hour live presentation on introducing solid foods to your baby. Pediatric feeding specialist Julia Hurd, SLP, from Emerson Health, will explore the signs of readiness, simple first-food ideas, safety considerations, and ways to make mealtimes enjoyable for both you and your baby. This will be an informative and reassuring discussion which will give you clear guidance and confidence as you begin this new stage of your baby's development - whether you're feeling excited, unsure, or somewhere in between! The free program will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 1-2:00 pm. To receive the zoom link, email Linda: lmatthews@jri.org. First Connections is an Acton-based EEC grant program serving all families in 11 towns with children aged 0-6 through playgroups, parenting topics, new parent support and early literacy home visiting.
T-shirt Design Contest!
When:
Where: submit by mail
The Tom Denney Nature Camp is holding a design contest for our camp T-shirt. Design a nature-themed T-shirt and send in your entry by Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00pm. Entries will be voted on by the staff, and if yours is chosen then it will be printed on the T-shirts. Here is a link with more information: https://www.tomdenneynaturecamp.org/tee-shirt-design-contest.
Marlborough Historical Society Event
MARLBOROUGH MEN Who Fought IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
MARLBOROUGH MEN Who Fought IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
When:
Where: 377 Elm Street, Marlborough
www.historicmarlborough.org and on Facebook
Presented by John Gately at the Marlborough Historical Society, 377 Elm Street, Marlborough.
May 26, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
Available parking across the street. This event is free and open to the public.
Presented by John Gately at the Marlborough Historical Society, 377 Elm Street, Marlborough.
May 26, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
Available parking across the street. This event is free and open to the public.
Biosphere Book Club – May Title: Braiding Sweetgrass
When:
Where: Zoom
When: Wednesday, May 27th, 7:00-8:15pm
Where: Zoom
Acton: Braiding Sweetgrass, on the New York Times best-seller list for 5 straight years, is an extraordinary reflection on ecology and on the ways that we are connected to all of life. Author Robin Wall Kimmerer, a trained botanist and a member of the Potawatomi Nation, has written a luminous book, sharing the wonder of the plant world, but also helping us to see plants as teachers. Her First Nations perspective reminds us that we have a lot to learn from other species.
Join us on zoom as we discuss key themes of reciprocity, thanksgiving, and living with the natural world. You are invited to read the book, but it is not essential. A reflection guide with quotes and questions will be sent to those who register. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org.
Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/biosphere-book-club-may-title-braiding-sweetgrass/.
Where: Zoom
Acton: Braiding Sweetgrass, on the New York Times best-seller list for 5 straight years, is an extraordinary reflection on ecology and on the ways that we are connected to all of life. Author Robin Wall Kimmerer, a trained botanist and a member of the Potawatomi Nation, has written a luminous book, sharing the wonder of the plant world, but also helping us to see plants as teachers. Her First Nations perspective reminds us that we have a lot to learn from other species.
Join us on zoom as we discuss key themes of reciprocity, thanksgiving, and living with the natural world. You are invited to read the book, but it is not essential. A reflection guide with quotes and questions will be sent to those who register. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org.
Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/biosphere-book-club-may-title-braiding-sweetgrass/.
Odaiko Japanese Drummers at Littleton Lyceum
When:
Where: 56 King Street, Littleton
The Littleton Lyceum season will go out with a bang, presenting Odaiko New England on Friday,
May 29, at 7:30 pm in Littleton High School’s Performing Arts Center at 56 King Street.
Back by popular demand, New England’s oldest operating Japanese percussion group will
knock your socks off with their breath-taking rhythms.
Family tickets are available for $40, and individual tickets are $12; $5 for seniors and students.
For more information, check out our website at: https://littletonlyceum.org or follow us on Facebook or
X.
For more information, go to littletonlyceum.org or follow us on Facebook or X.
May 29, at 7:30 pm in Littleton High School’s Performing Arts Center at 56 King Street.
Back by popular demand, New England’s oldest operating Japanese percussion group will
knock your socks off with their breath-taking rhythms.
Family tickets are available for $40, and individual tickets are $12; $5 for seniors and students.
For more information, check out our website at: https://littletonlyceum.org or follow us on Facebook or
X.
For more information, go to littletonlyceum.org or follow us on Facebook or X.
Revel in More Roots, Rock & Reggae When Sugar Kings Return to 10 Lincoln
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
New England Music Award Winners, Sugar Kings, are a Boston-based, Afro-Cuban Roots, R&B, Rock & Reggae outfit who write, record and perform across the North-East United States and internationally. On May 29, they will be returning to 10 Lincoln Street where they’ve taken the stage at Parish Center for the Arts, and returning for a 7:30pm show by popular demand! Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating. Visit pcawestford.org for tickets and more information.
Pack your snacks and beverages, arrive early to claim your favorite table, and get ready to move if the mood takes you. You’re also welcome to sit back and thoroughly enjoy the Roots-Rock-Reggae repertoire. The Sugar Kings (named after a Cuban baseball team) is a Boston-based quartet known for their dynamic live performances, rich harmonies, intense musicianship and ability to transcend genres with an authenticity rarely heard. In their world, respect is paid to the forefathers of Afro-Cuban Son, Salsa, and Rumba-Flamenca. But that's only part of their story. Sugar Kings also actively draw on influences from nearly every continent. All are highly accomplished on their instruments, however the true magic of Sugar Kings is how these four individuals come together to put on a high-caliber performance, including intimate, spontaneous and joyous dialogue between the band members and their audience.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/shop/world-heritage-other/7
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Pack your snacks and beverages, arrive early to claim your favorite table, and get ready to move if the mood takes you. You’re also welcome to sit back and thoroughly enjoy the Roots-Rock-Reggae repertoire. The Sugar Kings (named after a Cuban baseball team) is a Boston-based quartet known for their dynamic live performances, rich harmonies, intense musicianship and ability to transcend genres with an authenticity rarely heard. In their world, respect is paid to the forefathers of Afro-Cuban Son, Salsa, and Rumba-Flamenca. But that's only part of their story. Sugar Kings also actively draw on influences from nearly every continent. All are highly accomplished on their instruments, however the true magic of Sugar Kings is how these four individuals come together to put on a high-caliber performance, including intimate, spontaneous and joyous dialogue between the band members and their audience.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/shop/world-heritage-other/7
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
The Friends of the Acton Libraries To Host Used Book Sale May 30-31, 2026
When:
Where: 486 Main St, Acton
The Friends have been collecting and sorting a lot of books since the last sale! Now is your chance to come to stock up on good books in good condition to prepare for summer reading!
The Friends of the Acton Libraries will hold a live and in person used book sale on Saturday May 30 at the Acton Memorial Library from 9 am until 4 pm. Members of the Friends are invited to a preview of the sale on Friday, May 29 from 7 pm until 9 pm. Sunday May 31 will be half price day for all, from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Both cash and credit cards are accepted!
Be sure your membership is up to date before the big Friends Used Book Sale so you can have first crack at the great selection of used books at the sale preview. If you aren’t yet a member, you can join on Friday night.
But why wait? Go to the Friends of the Acton Libraries website and pay online! https://friends-of-the-acton-libraries.square.site/
The Friends of the Acton Libraries is a 100% volunteer organization that has a unique remit; we donate funds to Acton's 8 elementary middle-school and high-school libraries, as well as the 2 town libraries. Our book sales and other activities raise money which we then distribute to these 10 entities. The funds we give to the elementary school libraries represent almost 50% of their book buying budget.
For more information, contact The Friends at friendsofactonlibraries@gmail.com
Join us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/friendsactonlib. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/friendsactonlib or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/friendsactonlib
The Friends of the Acton Libraries will hold a live and in person used book sale on Saturday May 30 at the Acton Memorial Library from 9 am until 4 pm. Members of the Friends are invited to a preview of the sale on Friday, May 29 from 7 pm until 9 pm. Sunday May 31 will be half price day for all, from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Both cash and credit cards are accepted!
Be sure your membership is up to date before the big Friends Used Book Sale so you can have first crack at the great selection of used books at the sale preview. If you aren’t yet a member, you can join on Friday night.
But why wait? Go to the Friends of the Acton Libraries website and pay online! https://friends-of-the-acton-libraries.square.site/
The Friends of the Acton Libraries is a 100% volunteer organization that has a unique remit; we donate funds to Acton's 8 elementary middle-school and high-school libraries, as well as the 2 town libraries. Our book sales and other activities raise money which we then distribute to these 10 entities. The funds we give to the elementary school libraries represent almost 50% of their book buying budget.
For more information, contact The Friends at friendsofactonlibraries@gmail.com
Join us on social media at https://www.facebook.com/friendsactonlib. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/friendsactonlib or Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/friendsactonlib
The Friends of the Hudson Public Library's YART/Yard Sale 2026
When:
Where: 3 Washington St, Hudson
The Friends of the Hudson Public Library are hosting their 4th annual YART and Yard Sale on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (rain date will be Sunday, May 31 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm). This event is a fundraiser to raise money for programs and museum passes for the Hudson Public Library, while providing a shopping experience for the community and supporting our local artists and crafters.
Artists and craftspeople can sell their handmade arts and crafts in their yard or driveway. Townspeople can sell their secondhand goods in their driveway or yard. Sellers keep 100% of their sales.
For more details and registration information, go to huds.pl/YART26 or ask at the Hudson library.
Artists and craftspeople can sell their handmade arts and crafts in their yard or driveway. Townspeople can sell their secondhand goods in their driveway or yard. Sellers keep 100% of their sales.
For more details and registration information, go to huds.pl/YART26 or ask at the Hudson library.
Clean Energy Home Tour – A 1793 Farmhouse Goes Energy Efficient
When:
Where: Acton, MA (Address sent upon registration.)
When: Saturday, May 30th, 10am Tour and 1pm Tour
Where: Acton, MA (Address sent upon registration.)
Acton: Do you face the challenges of making an older home energy efficient? Or are you simply curious about how an historic home can adopt the heating and cooling equipment of the future? Then join EnergizeActon.org for this fascinating energy home tour. See a colonial farmhouse built by one of Acton’s oldest families. The current generation stewarding this iconic Acton property are eager to share their energy journey. Their efforts included major insulation updates, window upgrades, solar, air source heat pumps, heat pump hot water heaters, and more. Gain insights from what worked well, what worked less well, and what could easily be adopted by other homeowners. Nibbles, resources, and the latest on incentives available. Address sent upon registration. Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/clean-energy-home-tour-of-the-month/.
Where: Acton, MA (Address sent upon registration.)
Acton: Do you face the challenges of making an older home energy efficient? Or are you simply curious about how an historic home can adopt the heating and cooling equipment of the future? Then join EnergizeActon.org for this fascinating energy home tour. See a colonial farmhouse built by one of Acton’s oldest families. The current generation stewarding this iconic Acton property are eager to share their energy journey. Their efforts included major insulation updates, window upgrades, solar, air source heat pumps, heat pump hot water heaters, and more. Gain insights from what worked well, what worked less well, and what could easily be adopted by other homeowners. Nibbles, resources, and the latest on incentives available. Address sent upon registration. Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/clean-energy-home-tour-of-the-month/.
Camp Middlesex – Celebrates 85th
When:
Where: 1031 Erickson Road, Ashby
In honor of its 85th anniversary, Camp Middlesex in Ashby, MA will hold a celebration on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 1031 Erickson Road, Ashby.
Since 1941, Camp Middlesex has offered a traditional camping experience where laughter, singing, and camp cheers are the priceless sounds of happy youth on a summer night.
A range of program offerings that include archery, crafts, theater, outdoor living skills, low ropes, cooking lessons, rocketry, woodworking, sports, horseback riding and much more, give campers the opportunity to have fun and gain new skills.
Outings on the weekends, Wednesday night Band Concert, Thursday night dances, bonfires, and different themes for every week, all add to the camping experience.
To commemorate the 85th anniversary, a celebration will be held on camp grounds from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Activities will include crafts, live music, lawn games, tours, lunch, and time with friends! Pre-registration is required by May 23, 2026, and found on-line at
https://www.campmiddlesex.com/events/85th-celebration/
For interested campers, an Open House is scheduled for Sunday, May 31,2026, from 12:00 – 3:00 PM.
Since 1941, Camp Middlesex has offered a traditional camping experience where laughter, singing, and camp cheers are the priceless sounds of happy youth on a summer night.
A range of program offerings that include archery, crafts, theater, outdoor living skills, low ropes, cooking lessons, rocketry, woodworking, sports, horseback riding and much more, give campers the opportunity to have fun and gain new skills.
Outings on the weekends, Wednesday night Band Concert, Thursday night dances, bonfires, and different themes for every week, all add to the camping experience.
To commemorate the 85th anniversary, a celebration will be held on camp grounds from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Activities will include crafts, live music, lawn games, tours, lunch, and time with friends! Pre-registration is required by May 23, 2026, and found on-line at
https://www.campmiddlesex.com/events/85th-celebration/
For interested campers, an Open House is scheduled for Sunday, May 31,2026, from 12:00 – 3:00 PM.
Concord Conservatory of Music Launches “Pianos on the Town,” a First Ever Outdoor Piano Art Trail Across Concord
When:
Where: 70 Beharrell Street, West Concord (Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge)
In a first of its kind public art and music initiative for Concord, the Concord
Conservatory of Music (CCM) will place eight artist designed upright pianos throughout Concord
and West Concord from May 30 through June 26, transforming everyday public spaces into spontaneous stages for community music making. The community is invited to the official launch event, the “Piano Xtravaganza”:
When: Saturday, May 30 at 10:30 AM
Where: Brookside Square, 70 Beharrell Street, West Concord (Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge)
What: A high energy outdoor performance featuring CCM students and faculty playing together
on multiple pianos to kick off the month long residency.
“Pianos on the Town is about more than just music; it’s about creating spontaneous moments of
joy and connection,” says Kate Yoder, Executive Director of CCM. “By placing these
instruments in the heart of our neighborhoods, we hope to turn a morning commute or a walk
through town into a shared cultural experience.”
Each piano has been paired with a local site host and features custom artwork by local artists
and sponsor plaques. The project offers strong visual storytelling opportunities for media, with
instruments placed in high visibility locations across town.
2026 Piano Locations:
• Concord Conservatory of Music – 1317 Main Street
• Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge – Adjacent to Brookside Square
• Guitar Museum of New England – 74 Commonwealth Avenue
• Hunt Recreation Center – 90 Stow Street
• The Umbrella Arts Center – 40 Stow Street
• Walden Street – 34 Walden Street
• Middlesex Savings Bank/Visitor Center Lawn – 58 Main Street
• Concord Museum – 53 Cambridge Turnpike
The public is encouraged to share photos and videos using
#ConcordConservatoryPianosOnTheTown. The pianos will remain in place through Friday, June 26. For more information, visit ConcordConservatory.org.
Conservatory of Music (CCM) will place eight artist designed upright pianos throughout Concord
and West Concord from May 30 through June 26, transforming everyday public spaces into spontaneous stages for community music making. The community is invited to the official launch event, the “Piano Xtravaganza”:
When: Saturday, May 30 at 10:30 AM
Where: Brookside Square, 70 Beharrell Street, West Concord (Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge)
What: A high energy outdoor performance featuring CCM students and faculty playing together
on multiple pianos to kick off the month long residency.
“Pianos on the Town is about more than just music; it’s about creating spontaneous moments of
joy and connection,” says Kate Yoder, Executive Director of CCM. “By placing these
instruments in the heart of our neighborhoods, we hope to turn a morning commute or a walk
through town into a shared cultural experience.”
Each piano has been paired with a local site host and features custom artwork by local artists
and sponsor plaques. The project offers strong visual storytelling opportunities for media, with
instruments placed in high visibility locations across town.
2026 Piano Locations:
• Concord Conservatory of Music – 1317 Main Street
• Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge – Adjacent to Brookside Square
• Guitar Museum of New England – 74 Commonwealth Avenue
• Hunt Recreation Center – 90 Stow Street
• The Umbrella Arts Center – 40 Stow Street
• Walden Street – 34 Walden Street
• Middlesex Savings Bank/Visitor Center Lawn – 58 Main Street
• Concord Museum – 53 Cambridge Turnpike
The public is encouraged to share photos and videos using
#ConcordConservatoryPianosOnTheTown. The pianos will remain in place through Friday, June 26. For more information, visit ConcordConservatory.org.
Trusting Fate Groton Grange Concert
When:
Where: 80 Champney Street, Groton
Groton Grange #7 invites you to a concert with Trusting Fate. It's in their DNA, going on twenty years,
hundreds of tunes both original and cover, multiple instruments apiece, three lead vocals with effortless
harmony, versatile bass, always a switch up parade through the genres, and more fun playing together
for our loyal followers than the law should allow - all meld into a tasty combination. This will be on
Saturday night May 30 at 7:00 till 10 pm at Historic Grange Hall, 80 Champney Street.
Suggested donation at the door is $10.00 per person. Made possible by a grant from Town of Groton
Trust Funds. Parking allowed only on the Grange side of Champney St.
hundreds of tunes both original and cover, multiple instruments apiece, three lead vocals with effortless
harmony, versatile bass, always a switch up parade through the genres, and more fun playing together
for our loyal followers than the law should allow - all meld into a tasty combination. This will be on
Saturday night May 30 at 7:00 till 10 pm at Historic Grange Hall, 80 Champney Street.
Suggested donation at the door is $10.00 per person. Made possible by a grant from Town of Groton
Trust Funds. Parking allowed only on the Grange side of Champney St.
Local Musician Ferullo’s Music & Stories About Small Things Captivate Listeners & Touch Souls
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
WESTFORD, MA: Join local musician and Open Mic Night host John Ferullo and guests to celebrate his CD Release on May 30 at Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street. The intimate evening with the long-time PCA personality starts at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 7pm. So arrive early, bring any snacks and beverages of your choice, and get ready for a fun night with Ferullo and friends such as The Lied To's, Two Cat Folk, and Daisy Flowerchild (and the LeftOvers). Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating. Visit pcawestford.org for tickets and more information.
Influenced by Woody Guthrie, Bill Morrissey, Steve Goodman, Greg Brown, John Hurt and others, John Ferullo has been playing his own songs and others’ folk and acoustic music in coffeehouses, restaurants, festivals, bars and anywhere else for about over a decade. He started playing guitar when he was about 14. His neighborhood friends were mostly into rock and roll and heavy metal, so John went with that until I heard Steve Goodman's first album. He knew then that he wanted to learn songs that had content and melody - like the songs Steve played. From there, John discovered John Prine and Tom Rush. In the early ‘80s, John went to a Tom Rush showcase at a local theater. Part way through the show a man got up on stage, looking like a kid in his father's oversized coat. He was a fairly young man with the voice of someone much older. The man sang a song about a hobo camp in Barstow... Bill Morrissey. The stories and characters in Morrissey’s songs made John want to write songs, so he started learning how, and later in the ‘90s, John ventured into performing at open mics, starting one of his own in 2001 (and currently running PCA’s every 2nd and 4th Sunday during the season). Since then, he has developed his own following, and followed his own path making his own music that has been described as being “about important things, in stories about seemingly small things.” With a life of experience, John’s music tells stories about characters… regular people, captivating listeners and touching souls.
The Folk/Acoustic Concert Series is sponsored by Marshall-Ben Tisdale, CEPA®, AAMS®, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, 270 Littleton Rd Suite 17, Westford - 978-692-5665; edwardjones.com/marshall-ben-tisdale
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/5-30-26-john-ferullo-cd-release/SUIYBZEYPAUIVG5CXXB2SXRZ
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
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Influenced by Woody Guthrie, Bill Morrissey, Steve Goodman, Greg Brown, John Hurt and others, John Ferullo has been playing his own songs and others’ folk and acoustic music in coffeehouses, restaurants, festivals, bars and anywhere else for about over a decade. He started playing guitar when he was about 14. His neighborhood friends were mostly into rock and roll and heavy metal, so John went with that until I heard Steve Goodman's first album. He knew then that he wanted to learn songs that had content and melody - like the songs Steve played. From there, John discovered John Prine and Tom Rush. In the early ‘80s, John went to a Tom Rush showcase at a local theater. Part way through the show a man got up on stage, looking like a kid in his father's oversized coat. He was a fairly young man with the voice of someone much older. The man sang a song about a hobo camp in Barstow... Bill Morrissey. The stories and characters in Morrissey’s songs made John want to write songs, so he started learning how, and later in the ‘90s, John ventured into performing at open mics, starting one of his own in 2001 (and currently running PCA’s every 2nd and 4th Sunday during the season). Since then, he has developed his own following, and followed his own path making his own music that has been described as being “about important things, in stories about seemingly small things.” With a life of experience, John’s music tells stories about characters… regular people, captivating listeners and touching souls.
The Folk/Acoustic Concert Series is sponsored by Marshall-Ben Tisdale, CEPA®, AAMS®, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, 270 Littleton Rd Suite 17, Westford - 978-692-5665; edwardjones.com/marshall-ben-tisdale
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/5-30-26-john-ferullo-cd-release/SUIYBZEYPAUIVG5CXXB2SXRZ
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Lincoln Sudbury Civic Orchestra Features LSRHS Students in
An American Musical Experience Concert
An American Musical Experience Concert
When:
Where: 390 Lincoln Rd in Sudbury
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM, the Lincoln-Sudbury Civic Orchestra (LSCO) concludes its 53rd season of five concerts with the spring program “An American Musical Experience” at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School.
Featured soloists for the program are graduating seniors at LSRHS: cellist Andrew Xia and flutist Maria Huang take the solo position for performances of Cello Concerto in D Minor by Eduardo Lalo, and the Poem for Flute and Orchestra by Charles Griffes.
Celebrating the 250th anniversary year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Maestro Alfonso Piacentini conducts the program also featuring works by American composers Leonard Bernstein, Ferde Grofe, John Williams, Edward MacDowell, Scott Joplin, and a new work by Sudbury resident and LSCO Managing Director William J. Nicholson, Jr.
The orchestra will perform “West Side Story Selections” by Leonard Bernstein, a tribute to composer John Williams including excerpts from Jaws, Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Superman, Harry Potter, and ET. Edward MacDowells “Hamlet and Ophelia” and the last movement of Ferde Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite “Cloudburst” are featured.
Two works by Sudbury resident William J. Nicholson, Jr appear on the program: Nicholson’s arrangement of Scott Joplin’s “Maple Leaf Rag”, and his “American Heritage Suite”, celebrating great American songs “Wayfarin’ Stranger”, “John Henry”, “Comin’ Round The Mountain”, Shenandoah”, and “American the Beautiful”.
Admission to the concert is a suggested donation of $25 per adult. Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School is located at 390 Lincoln Rd in Sudbury. The concert will also be livestreamed on Sudbury TV. Go to sudburytv.org, Scroll down on the Main page to the Live Stream section and click on Watch Now for the Educational Channel.
Featured soloists for the program are graduating seniors at LSRHS: cellist Andrew Xia and flutist Maria Huang take the solo position for performances of Cello Concerto in D Minor by Eduardo Lalo, and the Poem for Flute and Orchestra by Charles Griffes.
Celebrating the 250th anniversary year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Maestro Alfonso Piacentini conducts the program also featuring works by American composers Leonard Bernstein, Ferde Grofe, John Williams, Edward MacDowell, Scott Joplin, and a new work by Sudbury resident and LSCO Managing Director William J. Nicholson, Jr.
The orchestra will perform “West Side Story Selections” by Leonard Bernstein, a tribute to composer John Williams including excerpts from Jaws, Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Superman, Harry Potter, and ET. Edward MacDowells “Hamlet and Ophelia” and the last movement of Ferde Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite “Cloudburst” are featured.
Two works by Sudbury resident William J. Nicholson, Jr appear on the program: Nicholson’s arrangement of Scott Joplin’s “Maple Leaf Rag”, and his “American Heritage Suite”, celebrating great American songs “Wayfarin’ Stranger”, “John Henry”, “Comin’ Round The Mountain”, Shenandoah”, and “American the Beautiful”.
Admission to the concert is a suggested donation of $25 per adult. Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School is located at 390 Lincoln Rd in Sudbury. The concert will also be livestreamed on Sudbury TV. Go to sudburytv.org, Scroll down on the Main page to the Live Stream section and click on Watch Now for the Educational Channel.
America at 250 – Of Thee We Sing
When:
Where: 31 Flagg Drive in Framingham
The Heritage Chorale has created an inspiring program of music for its 2026 spring concert, with tributes to iconic symbols of America, including Randall Thompson's Testament of Freedom--a setting of passages from the writings of Thomas Jefferson.
We hope you’ll join the Chorale at 4:00 pm on Sunday, May 31 at the Fuller Middle School, 31 Flagg Drive in Framingham as we honor this special anniversary. True to the Chorale’s performance goals, the program is unique and varied, featuring pieces that span more than 200 years of American music. From Chester, the work of the first American choral composer, William Billings (1746–1800), to Take Care of This House by one of the 20th century’s most renowned composers, Leonard Bernstein, and from anthems to cantatas, this May’s concert will be a treat for the listener. The program also includes the world premiere performance of local composer Leonardo Ciampa’s Helen Keller Cantata, a passionate framing of her words. The piece is dramatic and poignant, a not-to-be-missed musical experience. Tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.heritagechorale.org or at the door.
We hope you’ll join the Chorale at 4:00 pm on Sunday, May 31 at the Fuller Middle School, 31 Flagg Drive in Framingham as we honor this special anniversary. True to the Chorale’s performance goals, the program is unique and varied, featuring pieces that span more than 200 years of American music. From Chester, the work of the first American choral composer, William Billings (1746–1800), to Take Care of This House by one of the 20th century’s most renowned composers, Leonard Bernstein, and from anthems to cantatas, this May’s concert will be a treat for the listener. The program also includes the world premiere performance of local composer Leonardo Ciampa’s Helen Keller Cantata, a passionate framing of her words. The piece is dramatic and poignant, a not-to-be-missed musical experience. Tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.heritagechorale.org or at the door.
Harry Chapin Brought Back to Life in Intimate Lou Antonucci Performance
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
Harry Chapin was so much more than just a songwriter. He was a storyteller, filmmaker, off-Broadway playwright, and philanthropist. Local favorite Lou Antonucci brings Chapin back to life in an intimate and engaging evening of songs and stories on June 5, 7:30pm at Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street. Doors open at 7pm. Pack up some snacks and beverages and order your tickets at pcawestford.org. Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating.
Most people will say that Harry Chapin wrote 'attitude' songs, but what Harry really did was write about the situations that caused the attitude. It is these everyday relatable situations that come to life in his story-songs that have endeared his many fans to him over the years. Lou Antonucci's "You, Me, & Harry" is an interpretation of Chapin's storytelling. Coupled with backstories and little known anecdotes, this solo stage performance captures the audience from the get-go, and doesn't loosen its grasp until the final note - which is usually a note everyone is singing! All of the fan favorites are there - "Taxi," "Cat's in the Cradle," "WOLD," "Mr. Tanner," "Corey's Coming," "Sequel," "If Mary Were Here," "Flowers are Red," and so many more! Said Songwriter and Author Vincent J. Kelly of Antonucci's performance, "I WROTE with Harry Chapin the last two years of his life and you my friend just did an excellent / and I mean superb job of making Harry proud... I most of all loved how you weaved the lyrics and the music so that it had that feel of a Harry Chapin song. Good job my friend, good job." Harry Chapin fan or not, you won't want to miss this show!
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/6-5-26-you-me-harry-with-lou-antonucci/CSWU3LM5JEYI76MISMQ5QSIV
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Most people will say that Harry Chapin wrote 'attitude' songs, but what Harry really did was write about the situations that caused the attitude. It is these everyday relatable situations that come to life in his story-songs that have endeared his many fans to him over the years. Lou Antonucci's "You, Me, & Harry" is an interpretation of Chapin's storytelling. Coupled with backstories and little known anecdotes, this solo stage performance captures the audience from the get-go, and doesn't loosen its grasp until the final note - which is usually a note everyone is singing! All of the fan favorites are there - "Taxi," "Cat's in the Cradle," "WOLD," "Mr. Tanner," "Corey's Coming," "Sequel," "If Mary Were Here," "Flowers are Red," and so many more! Said Songwriter and Author Vincent J. Kelly of Antonucci's performance, "I WROTE with Harry Chapin the last two years of his life and you my friend just did an excellent / and I mean superb job of making Harry proud... I most of all loved how you weaved the lyrics and the music so that it had that feel of a Harry Chapin song. Good job my friend, good job." Harry Chapin fan or not, you won't want to miss this show!
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Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Indoor Yard Sale - All Items Free
When:
Where: 14 Wattaquadock Hill Rd., Bolton
Trinity Church, 14 Wattaquadock Hill Rd., Bolton, will be hosting an indoor yard sale on Saturday, June 6th, 2026 from 9:00AM - Noon. All items are free. Household goods, toys, books, movies, sporting goods, clothing, more. Enjoy free refreshments as well. www.trinitybolton.org
2026 Plant Sale
When:
Where: 2 Westford St, Chelmsford
Country Lane Garden Club in Chelmsford will hold the 2026 Plant Sale on Saturday June 6 at the Unitarian Church in Chelmsford Center. Doors open at 8:30. As usual the Sale will feature plants grown and dug by Club members. Perennials, vegetables, herbs, and shrubs will be available at bargain prices.
Usually the sale is held in early May. The Club decided to postpone the event because of the extreme cold weather to insure that the plants are at their prime condition. For further information contact us at Countrylane824@gmail.com.
Usually the sale is held in early May. The Club decided to postpone the event because of the extreme cold weather to insure that the plants are at their prime condition. For further information contact us at Countrylane824@gmail.com.
Groton Grange Food Preservation Workshop June 6
When:
Where: Champney St., Groton
FOOD PRESERVATION WORKSHOP June 6th, 11:30 at the Groton Grange, 80 Champney St., Groton, MA. Learn to preserve your harvest or CSA Share. All methods, including fermentation. Interested children are welcome. FREE TO ALL.
Bedford Cultural Council Reception for 2025/2026 Grant Recipients
When:
Where: 7 Mudge Way, Bedford
The Bedford Cultural Council is hosting a reception honoring FY 2025 and FY 2026 grant recipients on Saturday, June 6 at 1:30 p.m. in the first-floor meeting room of the Bedford Free Public Library at 7 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA. The public are welcome to attend.
The Council was able to fund a wide range of educational and community-based projects and activities in music, art, dance, humanities, performances, and science and environmental programs, thanks to funding from both Mass Cultural Council and the Town of Bedford Select Board. A full list of recipients for each year is available on the BCC website.
The reception will feature displays of the work of grant recipients. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP is needed for this free event.
The Bedford Cultural Council will seek applications again in Fall 2026. Information and forms will be available online in early fall at Mass Cultural Council. For more information, including how to apply for a grant, please email bedfordculturalcouncil@gmail.com.
The Council was able to fund a wide range of educational and community-based projects and activities in music, art, dance, humanities, performances, and science and environmental programs, thanks to funding from both Mass Cultural Council and the Town of Bedford Select Board. A full list of recipients for each year is available on the BCC website.
The reception will feature displays of the work of grant recipients. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP is needed for this free event.
The Bedford Cultural Council will seek applications again in Fall 2026. Information and forms will be available online in early fall at Mass Cultural Council. For more information, including how to apply for a grant, please email bedfordculturalcouncil@gmail.com.
Colonial Whiskey Tasting at Jones Tavern
Saturday, June 6 at 4:30 pm
Saturday, June 6 at 4:30 pm
When:
Where: 128 Main Street, Acton
128 Main Street, Acton
In its first fundraiser of the year, the Iron Work Farm presents a unique opportunity to sample and learn about the authentic drinks that would have been served at establishments such as Samuel Jones’s longtime tavern in South Acton.
Master of Ceremonies Steve Trimble will lead the presentation in the original 1750 Jones taproom and dining room, and serve samples of regional beverages of the times. Topics will include an introduction to the role of taverns in the community, the evolution of bourbon from rye to corn, and the popularity of “punch”.
Hors d’oeuvres of the period will be served. Period attire is encouraged! Tickets $50; registration required. RSVP at www.ironworkfarm.org.
Free parking on site or on nearby MBTA lots.
In its first fundraiser of the year, the Iron Work Farm presents a unique opportunity to sample and learn about the authentic drinks that would have been served at establishments such as Samuel Jones’s longtime tavern in South Acton.
Master of Ceremonies Steve Trimble will lead the presentation in the original 1750 Jones taproom and dining room, and serve samples of regional beverages of the times. Topics will include an introduction to the role of taverns in the community, the evolution of bourbon from rye to corn, and the popularity of “punch”.
Hors d’oeuvres of the period will be served. Period attire is encouraged! Tickets $50; registration required. RSVP at www.ironworkfarm.org.
Free parking on site or on nearby MBTA lots.
Local Jazz Favorite Elliot Steger Brings His Trio Back to the PCA
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
Local jazz pianist and composer Elliot Steger is bringing his Trio back to the Parish Center for the Arts on June 6 at 7:30pm for an evening with a "swing" feel, blue notes, and a conversational "give-and-take" between musicians. Doors open at the PCA (10 Lincoln Street) at 7pm. Food and drink are welcome. Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating. For tickets and more information, visit pcawestford.org.
Elliot Steger started playing piano as soon as he could sit on the piano bench. He started formal classical lessons at age 4 and continued from that point forward. When it was time to decide whether to pursue a career in music or in the sciences, his thought was that he could always play music, so he chose a "day job" as a physician. Fast forward to about 30, and Steger began 20 years of lessons from a Berklee College of Music professor. He started composing and performing more, and is now credited with multiple CDs and over 100 song compositions. He was the featured artist on radio station WICN’s Jazz New England program and was a finalist for best jazz instrumental song of the year. You can now find his music on Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube.
For this performance, Steger will be joined by Jon Hazilla on drums, a professor at the Berklee College of Music, a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, and performer at numerous International Jazz festivals. David Landoni on acoustic bass is a music professor at UMass Boston and has toured internationally including performing with the Artie Shaw Orchestra.
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Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Elliot Steger started playing piano as soon as he could sit on the piano bench. He started formal classical lessons at age 4 and continued from that point forward. When it was time to decide whether to pursue a career in music or in the sciences, his thought was that he could always play music, so he chose a "day job" as a physician. Fast forward to about 30, and Steger began 20 years of lessons from a Berklee College of Music professor. He started composing and performing more, and is now credited with multiple CDs and over 100 song compositions. He was the featured artist on radio station WICN’s Jazz New England program and was a finalist for best jazz instrumental song of the year. You can now find his music on Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube.
For this performance, Steger will be joined by Jon Hazilla on drums, a professor at the Berklee College of Music, a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, and performer at numerous International Jazz festivals. David Landoni on acoustic bass is a music professor at UMass Boston and has toured internationally including performing with the Artie Shaw Orchestra.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/6-6-26-elliot-steger-jazz-trio/251
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
New England Aquarium to Celebrate World Ocean Day with Free Programming and Shuttles on Sunday, June 7
Public invited to meet scientists, conservationists, artists, and Indigenous culture bearers during day-long waterfront event
Public invited to meet scientists, conservationists, artists, and Indigenous culture bearers during day-long waterfront event
When:
Where: Central Wharf, Boston
The New England Aquarium is celebrating World Ocean Day with free activities for the public to learn about the ocean and take action to protect it.
People of all ages are invited to Central Wharf on Sunday, June 7, for a day of special educational programming along Boston's waterfront. This year's celebration features opportunities to meet scientists face-to-face, encounter a 43-foot inflatable humpback whale, explore the connection between Indigenous fishing practices and Boston Harbor's ecosystem, and engage with a striking climate art installation.
As part of its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity on Boston's downtown waterfront, the Aquarium is again partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston to provide free shuttles to Central Wharf from the Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club in Dorchester and the Yawkey Club of Roxbury. Pre-registration is required; interested participants should contact their local Boys & Girls Club for timing and availability.
Guests can participate in free activities between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Aquarium in the Harbor Terrace Tent and on the Aquarium’s front plaza. Educational opportunities will be available inside the Aquarium for guests who purchase tickets. World Ocean Day is also a Boston Family Days Sunday, so students who live in Boston and their families can utilize this program for free entry to the Aquarium. Full programming details can be found on the Aquarium’s website neaq.org.
World Ocean Day programming is, in part, thanks to event sponsors: the Lowell Institute, the Barr Foundation, and WBZ-TV CBS Boston.
The Aquarium’s summer hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Tickets for Aquarium admission can be purchased in advance at neaq.org.
People of all ages are invited to Central Wharf on Sunday, June 7, for a day of special educational programming along Boston's waterfront. This year's celebration features opportunities to meet scientists face-to-face, encounter a 43-foot inflatable humpback whale, explore the connection between Indigenous fishing practices and Boston Harbor's ecosystem, and engage with a striking climate art installation.
As part of its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity on Boston's downtown waterfront, the Aquarium is again partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston to provide free shuttles to Central Wharf from the Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club in Dorchester and the Yawkey Club of Roxbury. Pre-registration is required; interested participants should contact their local Boys & Girls Club for timing and availability.
Guests can participate in free activities between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Aquarium in the Harbor Terrace Tent and on the Aquarium’s front plaza. Educational opportunities will be available inside the Aquarium for guests who purchase tickets. World Ocean Day is also a Boston Family Days Sunday, so students who live in Boston and their families can utilize this program for free entry to the Aquarium. Full programming details can be found on the Aquarium’s website neaq.org.
World Ocean Day programming is, in part, thanks to event sponsors: the Lowell Institute, the Barr Foundation, and WBZ-TV CBS Boston.
The Aquarium’s summer hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Tickets for Aquarium admission can be purchased in advance at neaq.org.
CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT
When:
Where: 353 Great Road, Stow
The Sounds of Stow Chorus presents *Sail Away: Songs from the Salt Sea* on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton, 353 Great Road, Stow.
This lively and evocative concert brings together the Sounds of Stow Chorus, the Artemis Circle Choral Project, and acclaimed traditional musicians Keith Murphy and Becky Tracy for an afternoon inspired by the sea. Directed by Christina Kennedy, the program features folk traditions, choral works, and maritime music that capture the motion, mystery, adventure, and community of life on and around the water. Audience members will also have the opportunity to join in a spirited sea chantey singalong.
In keeping with the concert’s maritime theme, audience members will have the opportunity to support the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), one of the world’s leading independent organizations dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and conservation, through optional donations via QR code or in-person collection at the event.
Tickets and additional information are available at soundsofstow.org.
This lively and evocative concert brings together the Sounds of Stow Chorus, the Artemis Circle Choral Project, and acclaimed traditional musicians Keith Murphy and Becky Tracy for an afternoon inspired by the sea. Directed by Christina Kennedy, the program features folk traditions, choral works, and maritime music that capture the motion, mystery, adventure, and community of life on and around the water. Audience members will also have the opportunity to join in a spirited sea chantey singalong.
In keeping with the concert’s maritime theme, audience members will have the opportunity to support the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), one of the world’s leading independent organizations dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and conservation, through optional donations via QR code or in-person collection at the event.
Tickets and additional information are available at soundsofstow.org.
Guest Table Community Dinner,
When:
Where: 353 Great Rd. in Stow
Please join us Friday, June 12 for our next community dinner. We offer options made use vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free ingredients. All meals are nut-free. Doors open at 5 PM, dinner is served at 5:30 PM.
Our dinners, in the past and present, are sponsored by generous donations from the Stow Community Chest. We are also grateful for the consistent support we receive from the Stow Council on Aging and The Stow Food Pantry.
Meals take place in Fellowship Hall at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton. FPC is located at 353 Great Rd. in Stow. Our building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
If you have questions or would like to volunteer to help with a meal, please emailfpcguesttable@fpc-stow-acton.org.
Our dinners, in the past and present, are sponsored by generous donations from the Stow Community Chest. We are also grateful for the consistent support we receive from the Stow Council on Aging and The Stow Food Pantry.
Meals take place in Fellowship Hall at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton. FPC is located at 353 Great Rd. in Stow. Our building is designed to be inclusive and accessible to people of all abilities, including wheelchair users. There is plenty of free parking.
If you have questions or would like to volunteer to help with a meal, please emailfpcguesttable@fpc-stow-acton.org.
Game Night
When:
Where: 353 Great Rd. in Stow
Friday, June 12, 7PM
All are welcome to FPC’s Multigenerational Game Night. Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own game to share. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy free parking, free snacks, and free fun! Email Chip with any questions at flyingsheep2010@gmail.com
All are welcome to FPC’s Multigenerational Game Night. Games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own game to share. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy free parking, free snacks, and free fun! Email Chip with any questions at flyingsheep2010@gmail.com
ACTON COMMUNITY CHORUS PLANS “MOVIE NIGHT” CONCERT JUNE 12 and 13
When:
Where: 16 Charter Road, Acton
The Acton Community Chorus presents its Spring 2026 Concert: “Movie Night,” featuring iconic songs from iconic movies – from “Casa Blanca” to “Barbie” and many familiar films in between. The program includes “My Heart Will Go On,” “Both Sides Now,” “Danger Zone, “Bohemian Rhapsody," “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” and many other tunes dear to moviegoers of all ages.
Join fellow lovers of choral music on June 12 at 7:00pm or June 13 at 4:00 p.m. at the Dragonfly Theater of RJ Grey Junior High (16 Charter Road, Acton). Tickets are available at $25 for adults and free for students up to 12th grade. They may be purchased from the chorus website (www.ActonCommunityChorus.org/events).
Our music director, Lisa Cooper says that “Rehearsing the music for this concert has been so much fun. We leave rehearsals with such iconic songs stuck in our heads, our hearts a little lighter. Singing together is one of the greatest joys of being human. We feel it each week when we gather and work toward a common goal.”
The community partner for this concert is Open Table, which provides culturally appropriate groceries and meals to families in Maynard, Concord, and other local towns. Concert goers are encouraged to bring a donation of cooking oil (plastic bottles, please)..
The Acton Community Chorus has brought music and friendship to the Assabet Valley Area since 1984. It is a nonprofit organization funded in part by grants from the Acton Boxborough, Concord, Littleton and Stow cultural councils which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Join fellow lovers of choral music on June 12 at 7:00pm or June 13 at 4:00 p.m. at the Dragonfly Theater of RJ Grey Junior High (16 Charter Road, Acton). Tickets are available at $25 for adults and free for students up to 12th grade. They may be purchased from the chorus website (www.ActonCommunityChorus.org/events).
Our music director, Lisa Cooper says that “Rehearsing the music for this concert has been so much fun. We leave rehearsals with such iconic songs stuck in our heads, our hearts a little lighter. Singing together is one of the greatest joys of being human. We feel it each week when we gather and work toward a common goal.”
The community partner for this concert is Open Table, which provides culturally appropriate groceries and meals to families in Maynard, Concord, and other local towns. Concert goers are encouraged to bring a donation of cooking oil (plastic bottles, please)..
The Acton Community Chorus has brought music and friendship to the Assabet Valley Area since 1984. It is a nonprofit organization funded in part by grants from the Acton Boxborough, Concord, Littleton and Stow cultural councils which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
MAYNARD JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 13th
When:
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Maynard
Come join us for the Fifth Annual Maynard Jazz Fest at Veteran’s Memorial Park, Maynard Mass. on Saturday June 13th from 12:30 to 5:00. Kicking the festival off will be The Gringo Kings, Boston’s Latin-Salsa Horn Band. Next up is Subject2Change, a six-piece jazz ensemble featuring horns and vocals. Capping off the festivities will be the high-energy stylings of trombonist Brian Thomas and the
BT All Stars. In between sets students from local high schools will entertain the crowd from our Education Side Stage. Local vendors will be present providing food and adult refreshments for purchase. Hope to see you there!
BT All Stars. In between sets students from local high schools will entertain the crowd from our Education Side Stage. Local vendors will be present providing food and adult refreshments for purchase. Hope to see you there!
Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents High Five Concert June 13
When:
Where: 1 College Street, Worcester
Join Worcester Chamber Music Society (WCMS) for their annual summer concert on June 13, 2026 at Brooks Concert Hall, College of the Holy Cross in Worcester at 7:30 PM.
It might be the beginning of summer, but there’s a midsummer vibe to this concert of quintets, provided by lightness and lyricism that wind through the music. Creativity, color, and conviviality abound, making this a delightful lift into your summer. This evening event will take place at Brooks Concert Hall, which is located at the College of the Holy Cross, and features music by Felix Mendelssohn and Antonín Dvořák.
Though now thought of as a strong work from Mendelssohn’s later life, his String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major was not published during his lifetime because he did not feel it was worthy enough to be printed. Despite the composer’s seeming personal negativity about the work, he did feel it was a good musical exercise if not his most capable representation of “art.” Still, written during a sabbatical from his Leipzig Conservatory while holidaying in Frankfurt, it was composed during a time – and imbues a sense – of “happy days.”
Czech composer Dvořák is regarded as perhaps the most adaptable composer of his time, frequently employing and amplifying the sounds, rhythms, and styles of his homeland. This second Piano Quintet in A major is representative of his ability to rethink his work; unhappy with the first version, he destroyed the manuscript shortly after its debut, only agreeing to revise the composition fifteen years later after obtaining a friend’s copy of the score.
Saturday, June 13 @7:30PM
High Five
Brooks Concert Hall
College of the Holy Cross
1 College Street, Worcester
Program
Mendelssohn | String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 87
Dvořák | Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81
Venue is air conditioned and handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/summer-concert-high-five/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624.
It might be the beginning of summer, but there’s a midsummer vibe to this concert of quintets, provided by lightness and lyricism that wind through the music. Creativity, color, and conviviality abound, making this a delightful lift into your summer. This evening event will take place at Brooks Concert Hall, which is located at the College of the Holy Cross, and features music by Felix Mendelssohn and Antonín Dvořák.
Though now thought of as a strong work from Mendelssohn’s later life, his String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major was not published during his lifetime because he did not feel it was worthy enough to be printed. Despite the composer’s seeming personal negativity about the work, he did feel it was a good musical exercise if not his most capable representation of “art.” Still, written during a sabbatical from his Leipzig Conservatory while holidaying in Frankfurt, it was composed during a time – and imbues a sense – of “happy days.”
Czech composer Dvořák is regarded as perhaps the most adaptable composer of his time, frequently employing and amplifying the sounds, rhythms, and styles of his homeland. This second Piano Quintet in A major is representative of his ability to rethink his work; unhappy with the first version, he destroyed the manuscript shortly after its debut, only agreeing to revise the composition fifteen years later after obtaining a friend’s copy of the score.
Saturday, June 13 @7:30PM
High Five
Brooks Concert Hall
College of the Holy Cross
1 College Street, Worcester
Program
Mendelssohn | String Quintet No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 87
Dvořák | Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81
Venue is air conditioned and handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/summer-concert-high-five/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624.
Get Creative! Come to the Music & Arts Experience 2026
When:
Where: 75 Great Rd., Bedford
Prepare to immerse yourself in a day of creativity, color, and rhythm! Mark your calendar for June 13 and join us for the Music & Arts Experience 2026, where local artistry will meet local music in a celebration of craftmaking and community.
Sponsored by the Bedford (MA) Cultural District Partnership, the Music & Arts Experience 2026 will offer unique opportunities for all ages to experience art and craft making firsthand. There will be interactive workshops and inspiring demos under big tents. There will also be hands-on experiences at vendors’ booths, where shoppers can browse original handmade goods—jewelry, ceramics, baskets, digital art, handbound books, greeting cards, and more. Live music performed by area musicians will provide a relaxed ambience, and refreshments and comfortable seating areas will offer comfort and respite.
If you’re looking to try something new, don’t miss this event! Watch this space for further details.
The Music & Arts Experience 2026 will be held rain or shine on the Bedford Common, 75 Great Rd., Bedford, MA, on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you have questions, please contact Barb Purchia at 781-789-9343.
Sponsored by the Bedford (MA) Cultural District Partnership, the Music & Arts Experience 2026 will offer unique opportunities for all ages to experience art and craft making firsthand. There will be interactive workshops and inspiring demos under big tents. There will also be hands-on experiences at vendors’ booths, where shoppers can browse original handmade goods—jewelry, ceramics, baskets, digital art, handbound books, greeting cards, and more. Live music performed by area musicians will provide a relaxed ambience, and refreshments and comfortable seating areas will offer comfort and respite.
If you’re looking to try something new, don’t miss this event! Watch this space for further details.
The Music & Arts Experience 2026 will be held rain or shine on the Bedford Common, 75 Great Rd., Bedford, MA, on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you have questions, please contact Barb Purchia at 781-789-9343.
Westford LGBTQ+ Friends & Allies Sponsors American Singer/Songwriter Olivia Nied June 13
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
On June 13, Westford LGBTQ+ Friends & Allies are bringing singer/songwriter Olivia Nied to the Parish Center for the Arts stage for a 7:30pm performance. Doors open at 10 Lincoln Street at 7pm. Food and drink are welcome. Tickets are $20 in advance for Members, $22 for Non-Members, and $25 at the door (if available). Cabaret seating. For tickets and more information, visit pcawestford.org.
Olivia Nied is an American singer, songwriter, arranger, producer and multi-instrumental performer and session musician known for her Indie Folk/Rock music. Described as “Unique, yet familiar, coy, but direct, and so very deeply clever. You will hear instant classics that come fresh from reality, via the humor of someone who doesn’t take life too seriously, but who lays down some pretty serious tracks.” (Evan Parks, WOOL-FM 91.5 FM), Olivia trained at Goldsmiths London University, the Berklee College of Music jazz program, and the Vermont Jazz Center, Olivia toured in the U.S., performed at music festivals in the UK and played clubs in London, Paris, and Amsterdam. Olivia also composed for modern dance, recorded solo and with various bands and ensembles, incorporating rock, new-grass, punk-pop, and jazz influences.
As an emerging artist, Olivia's skilled musicianship has gained the attention of many. Fender Guitars has been promoting a video of her improvisational playing which has accrued 14,000 views on the company's social media platform! Olivia's latest solo album “Just Enough” is a collection of original songs that cross genres blending elements of folk, rock and roll, pop-punk and R&B and lyrically drawing from her lived experience as a neurodivergent, transgender young person pursuing radical joy against all odds. Olivia sang lead and harmony vocals and played and arranged all guitar, bass, piano, synthesizer, violin and percussion parts on the record as well. Songs from “Just Enough” have been included on group playlists in the UK and the Netherlands.
For the Keene (NH) Sentinel, Bailey Stover noted, "For both the queer and autistic communities right now, Nied said she has noticed a pervasive narrative in broader society pushing for people to change who they are. She said she hopes people leave at the end of the night with a deeper understanding that differences should be embraced rather than judged." Said Nied herself, “Listen to the people with lived experiences because they know it best.” For more information about Olivia Nied, visit olivianied.com.
This event is sponsored by Westford LGBTQ+ Friends & Allies
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/6-13-26-olivia-nied/XC47AAIFPODGXVQPTMCJABHR
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
**Image: Olivia Nied
Olivia Nied is an American singer, songwriter, arranger, producer and multi-instrumental performer and session musician known for her Indie Folk/Rock music. Described as “Unique, yet familiar, coy, but direct, and so very deeply clever. You will hear instant classics that come fresh from reality, via the humor of someone who doesn’t take life too seriously, but who lays down some pretty serious tracks.” (Evan Parks, WOOL-FM 91.5 FM), Olivia trained at Goldsmiths London University, the Berklee College of Music jazz program, and the Vermont Jazz Center, Olivia toured in the U.S., performed at music festivals in the UK and played clubs in London, Paris, and Amsterdam. Olivia also composed for modern dance, recorded solo and with various bands and ensembles, incorporating rock, new-grass, punk-pop, and jazz influences.
As an emerging artist, Olivia's skilled musicianship has gained the attention of many. Fender Guitars has been promoting a video of her improvisational playing which has accrued 14,000 views on the company's social media platform! Olivia's latest solo album “Just Enough” is a collection of original songs that cross genres blending elements of folk, rock and roll, pop-punk and R&B and lyrically drawing from her lived experience as a neurodivergent, transgender young person pursuing radical joy against all odds. Olivia sang lead and harmony vocals and played and arranged all guitar, bass, piano, synthesizer, violin and percussion parts on the record as well. Songs from “Just Enough” have been included on group playlists in the UK and the Netherlands.
For the Keene (NH) Sentinel, Bailey Stover noted, "For both the queer and autistic communities right now, Nied said she has noticed a pervasive narrative in broader society pushing for people to change who they are. She said she hopes people leave at the end of the night with a deeper understanding that differences should be embraced rather than judged." Said Nied herself, “Listen to the people with lived experiences because they know it best.” For more information about Olivia Nied, visit olivianied.com.
This event is sponsored by Westford LGBTQ+ Friends & Allies
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/6-13-26-olivia-nied/XC47AAIFPODGXVQPTMCJABHR
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
**Image: Olivia Nied
Littleton History. Modern Brew.
When:
Where: 24 Porter Rd., Littleton
What did the Littleton Minutemen drink after a long day of drills at Liberty Square? Find out on June 18th at 7 PM!
The Littleton Historical Society is teaming up with Dirigible Brewing Company to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. We're launching a colonial ale brewed with local ingredients—inspired by the flavors once served at the old Lawrence Tavern.
The Highlights:
Trivia Night: Revolutionary War facts, local legends, and prizes.
Best Dressed:Show up in your most authentic colonial garb to win a free T-shirt!
Location: 24 Porter Rd., Littleton
Time: 7:00 PM
Let’s drink to 250 years of liberty!
The Littleton Historical Society is teaming up with Dirigible Brewing Company to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. We're launching a colonial ale brewed with local ingredients—inspired by the flavors once served at the old Lawrence Tavern.
The Highlights:
Trivia Night: Revolutionary War facts, local legends, and prizes.
Best Dressed:Show up in your most authentic colonial garb to win a free T-shirt!
Location: 24 Porter Rd., Littleton
Time: 7:00 PM
Let’s drink to 250 years of liberty!
Celebrate Juneteenth with Us
When:
Where: 48 Main Street, Westford
Join the Westford Historical Society and the Westford Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Committee for a community reading of Frederick Douglass’ speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" on Friday evening, June 19, at 7 PM at the First Parish Church United, located at 48 Main Street, Westford. Our keynote speaker will be Professor Robert Forrant from UMass Lowell.
Frederick Douglass delivered the speech “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” on July 5, 1852. In this powerful address, Douglass highlighted the contradiction of celebrating American values like liberty and freedom, which were systematically denied to enslaved people. He emphasized the profound exploitation and inhumane treatment that individuals faced in the United States, expressing genuine concern for their suffering and hardships.
We are excited to announce that the Westford Historical Society and the Westford Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Committee have received a "Reading Frederick Douglass Together" grant from Mass Humanities, funded by generous contributions.
We invite you to be part of this meaningful event!
Frederick Douglass delivered the speech “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” on July 5, 1852. In this powerful address, Douglass highlighted the contradiction of celebrating American values like liberty and freedom, which were systematically denied to enslaved people. He emphasized the profound exploitation and inhumane treatment that individuals faced in the United States, expressing genuine concern for their suffering and hardships.
We are excited to announce that the Westford Historical Society and the Westford Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion Committee have received a "Reading Frederick Douglass Together" grant from Mass Humanities, funded by generous contributions.
We invite you to be part of this meaningful event!