Community Calendar
Light and Shadow – Winter Art Show
When:
Where: 509 Great Rd, Stow
January 6–February 27, 2026
Pompositticut Community Center, 509 Great Rd, Stow
The Stow Area Guild of Artists (SAGA) presents Light and Shadow, a winter exhibition exploring contrast, illumination, and atmosphere through a variety of artistic styles and media.
Free reception: Friday, January 23, 5–7 PM.
Featured artists include Sondra Albano, Shirley Beltz, Mary Coombs, Richard Fishman, Helen Rolfe Ham, Anne McKeag, Karen Roop, Kathy Sferra, Charlie Streff, and Anna Vanesyan.
Info: stow-artists.org
Pompositticut Community Center, 509 Great Rd, Stow
The Stow Area Guild of Artists (SAGA) presents Light and Shadow, a winter exhibition exploring contrast, illumination, and atmosphere through a variety of artistic styles and media.
Free reception: Friday, January 23, 5–7 PM.
Featured artists include Sondra Albano, Shirley Beltz, Mary Coombs, Richard Fishman, Helen Rolfe Ham, Anne McKeag, Karen Roop, Kathy Sferra, Charlie Streff, and Anna Vanesyan.
Info: stow-artists.org
Bid for a Cause: Hudson Art & Framing Hosts Online Auction to Benefit The Armory on the Assabet
When:
Where: 18 Main Street, Hudson
The Armory on the Assabet is pleased to announce the launch of the The Armory Online Art Auction, a benefit event organized by Hudson Art & Framing to support The Armory’s mission of preserving and growing its programming, events, and restoration efforts.
The auction is now live and will run through January 31, 2026, offering the community an opportunity to bid on an impressive collection of artwork donated by local and regional artists. Featured pieces include paintings, photographs, prints, and mixed media, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to The Armory on the Assabet.
In-Person Viewing and Special Reception
Art enthusiasts are invited to view the auction pieces in person throughout the month of January at Hudson Art & Framing, located at 18 Main Street, Hudson, MA. To celebrate the success of the auction and the artists’ contributions, a special reception will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 4–6 PM at Hudson Art & Framing.
How to Participate
Participants can view the artwork and register to bid online by visiting https://givebutter.com/c/UaVHkm/auction.
Tom Denney Nature Camp Register Now!
When:
Where: 44 Flanagan Road, Bolton
Kindergarten – 5th graders: Games in the fields and woods! Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Tracking, Hiking, Shelter Building, Animal Adventures, Predator and Prey, Campfires & more!
6th -9th graders – Eco Adventures program with Kayaking, Water Guns, Thursday Nighttime Games & S’mores.
9th grade or above – Counselor-in-Training program.
Campers welcome from all towns.
Mondays–Fridays in July & August from 9–3.
After care available.
More info or to Register: tomdenneynaturecamp.org
6th -9th graders – Eco Adventures program with Kayaking, Water Guns, Thursday Nighttime Games & S’mores.
9th grade or above – Counselor-in-Training program.
Campers welcome from all towns.
Mondays–Fridays in July & August from 9–3.
After care available.
More info or to Register: tomdenneynaturecamp.org
Domestic Violence Roundtable Is Collecting Valentine Donations for Families Experiencing Domestic Violence
When:
Where: Sudbury Wine and Spirits in the Rugged Bear Plaza Road, 410 Boston Post Road, Sudbury
Each February, the Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable collects items for Valentine’s Day and fills gift bags for adults, teens, and children served by local domestic violence programs. The Valentine Bags are decorated by the children from Sudbury Extended Day.
Members of our local communities are cordially invited to participate in this collection again this year. We welcome your donations, and we cordially invite you to join us to help assemble the bags on February 3, 2026, at 3 PM at the Sudbury Grange, 326 Concord Road, Sudbury, next to Sudbury Town Hall. Free parking is available.
This is a great opportunity for civic organizations, workplaces, families, friends, and neighbors to contribute to the Roundtable collection and to help us make lives brighter for families affected by domestic violence. Small acts of kindness like the gift bags let families know they are supported and these gestures brighten their day.
Some examples of needed items are gift cards for CVS, Target, Market Basket, Gas Cards, and Dunkin in denominations of $5 & $10. For adults, teens and tweens some items could include full size bath products, socks, cosmetics, nail polish, hair products, journals, gloves/mittens, boxed candy, wash cloths, underwear, scarves. and small pouches that fit inside backpacks and purses. Items for children could include playing cards, educational materials, small toys, small stuffed animals, coloring books, underwear, socks and candy, crayons, pencils, markers, or matchbox cars. All donated items should be new. Please keep in mind that the gift bags will not hold larger items.
Donations may be left in the collection basket provided at Sudbury Wine and Spirits in the Rugged Bear Plaza Road, 410 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. The 2026 collection will start on January 13th and end on January 30th. Thank you for your consideration. For a complete list of suggested donations, please go to www.domesticviolenceroundtable.org. If you have questions, please contact the Roundtable at info@dvrt.org.
Members of our local communities are cordially invited to participate in this collection again this year. We welcome your donations, and we cordially invite you to join us to help assemble the bags on February 3, 2026, at 3 PM at the Sudbury Grange, 326 Concord Road, Sudbury, next to Sudbury Town Hall. Free parking is available.
This is a great opportunity for civic organizations, workplaces, families, friends, and neighbors to contribute to the Roundtable collection and to help us make lives brighter for families affected by domestic violence. Small acts of kindness like the gift bags let families know they are supported and these gestures brighten their day.
Some examples of needed items are gift cards for CVS, Target, Market Basket, Gas Cards, and Dunkin in denominations of $5 & $10. For adults, teens and tweens some items could include full size bath products, socks, cosmetics, nail polish, hair products, journals, gloves/mittens, boxed candy, wash cloths, underwear, scarves. and small pouches that fit inside backpacks and purses. Items for children could include playing cards, educational materials, small toys, small stuffed animals, coloring books, underwear, socks and candy, crayons, pencils, markers, or matchbox cars. All donated items should be new. Please keep in mind that the gift bags will not hold larger items.
Donations may be left in the collection basket provided at Sudbury Wine and Spirits in the Rugged Bear Plaza Road, 410 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. The 2026 collection will start on January 13th and end on January 30th. Thank you for your consideration. For a complete list of suggested donations, please go to www.domesticviolenceroundtable.org. If you have questions, please contact the Roundtable at info@dvrt.org.
AB STEAM Online Auction Supports ABRHS STEAM Clubs
When:
Where: online
The AB STEAM Online Auction, originally part of DiscoverSTEM 2025, is now LIVE!
Launched on January 16 at the ABRHS Science Fair, the auction runs through 7:00 PM on February 5, closing at the AB STEAM Open House and Hackathon showcase at Danny’s Place. Winning items may be picked up at the Hackathon event. Thanks to the generosity of local Acton-area businesses from Boston Bijoux to Open Door Education, Kitchen Outfitters, Huntington Learning, Pedal Power, Eco Quiet Lawn Care, C0deEX, Silver Unicorn bookstore, The Discovery Museum and more, 100% of auction proceeds benefit ABRHS STEAM Clubs. To learn more and place your bids, scan the QR code on the flyer or check out the auction on the AB STEAM event page at ABSteam.org/events.
AB STEAM (formerly AB PIP STEM) is a volunteer-led nonprofit supporting K–12 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM) education in Acton and Boxborough, MA. New volunteers are always welcome and needed to offer fun FREE STEAM events and activities! Visit ABSTEAM.org or contact info@absteam.org.
https://www.absteam.org/events/ab-steam-online-auction
Launched on January 16 at the ABRHS Science Fair, the auction runs through 7:00 PM on February 5, closing at the AB STEAM Open House and Hackathon showcase at Danny’s Place. Winning items may be picked up at the Hackathon event. Thanks to the generosity of local Acton-area businesses from Boston Bijoux to Open Door Education, Kitchen Outfitters, Huntington Learning, Pedal Power, Eco Quiet Lawn Care, C0deEX, Silver Unicorn bookstore, The Discovery Museum and more, 100% of auction proceeds benefit ABRHS STEAM Clubs. To learn more and place your bids, scan the QR code on the flyer or check out the auction on the AB STEAM event page at ABSteam.org/events.
AB STEAM (formerly AB PIP STEM) is a volunteer-led nonprofit supporting K–12 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math (STEAM) education in Acton and Boxborough, MA. New volunteers are always welcome and needed to offer fun FREE STEAM events and activities! Visit ABSTEAM.org or contact info@absteam.org.
https://www.absteam.org/events/ab-steam-online-auction
Theatre III Presentation of “Miss Holmes"
When:
Where: 250 Central Street Acton
Theatre III, 250 Central St., West Acton, continues its 2025-2026 season with the presentation of “Miss Holmes", by Christoper M. Walsh, from January 24th through February 1st.
When an anonymous note sends a newlywed wife looking for help, Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives keep turning up dead. But this Holmes and Watson face far greater challenges than bringing the cunning criminal to justice.
In an era where gender roles are rigidly defined, these women dare to challenge societal norms. Inspired by the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this theatrical fan fiction explores what added obstacles would be faced by these two iconic characters if they were women.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $22 for students and seniors, and $10 as part of the MCC Card to Culture Program.
For information, email publicity@theatre3.org, and to buy tickets, visit https://www.theatre3.org.
When an anonymous note sends a newlywed wife looking for help, Miss Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Dorothy Watson work together to uncover the secrets surrounding a corrupt police inspector whose wives keep turning up dead. But this Holmes and Watson face far greater challenges than bringing the cunning criminal to justice.
In an era where gender roles are rigidly defined, these women dare to challenge societal norms. Inspired by the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this theatrical fan fiction explores what added obstacles would be faced by these two iconic characters if they were women.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $22 for students and seniors, and $10 as part of the MCC Card to Culture Program.
For information, email publicity@theatre3.org, and to buy tickets, visit https://www.theatre3.org.
Beyond the Bridge - April 19th, 1775; Join the Acton 250 Committee for:
"I Screamed with All My Might" - The Civilians Trapped Behind the Boston Siege Lines
"I Screamed with All My Might" - The Civilians Trapped Behind the Boston Siege Lines
When:
Where: 472 Main Street, Room 204, Acton
with Alexander Cain, JD
Wednesday, January 28th 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Acton Town Hall, 472 Main Street, Room 204
In the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, numerous civilians found themselves trapped within Boston, encircled by the newly formed Massachusetts Grand Army. The constant fear of an American assault, coupled with outbreaks of disease and the erosion of civil liberties under martial rule fostered an atmosphere of desperation. Civilians found themselves caught between two armies and two worlds, unable to flee and the uncertainty of what awaited them if they chose to remain. The experiences of those trapped behind enemy lines unveil another dimension of the Revolution: the quiet endurance of ordinary men, women, and children who faced hunger, fear, and hardship in their struggle to survive.
Alexander Cain, JD, earned his economics degree from Merrimack College in 1993 and obtained his Juris Doctor from the New England School of Law in 1996. He has authored numerous research articles and presentations on the American Revolution. He published two books: We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution and I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War: The Loyalists of McAlpin’s Corps of American Volunteers. He created the blog and podcast Historical Nerdery (historicalnerdery.com). He is in the process of writing “For God’s Sake Fire!” - The Massachusetts Militia System on the Eve of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which is anticipated to be released in 2027. Alex leads an educational initiative in Northeastern Massachusetts that aims to introduce high school students to careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, and the skilled trades.
Remote Participation: You can watch live on YouTube at Acton TV http://tinyurl.com/Acton-TV. Recordings will be available at Acton TV https://actontv.org/ and on our website https://www.actonma.gov/250 where you’ll find all programming information and a link to our commemorative store.
Wednesday, January 28th 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Acton Town Hall, 472 Main Street, Room 204
In the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, numerous civilians found themselves trapped within Boston, encircled by the newly formed Massachusetts Grand Army. The constant fear of an American assault, coupled with outbreaks of disease and the erosion of civil liberties under martial rule fostered an atmosphere of desperation. Civilians found themselves caught between two armies and two worlds, unable to flee and the uncertainty of what awaited them if they chose to remain. The experiences of those trapped behind enemy lines unveil another dimension of the Revolution: the quiet endurance of ordinary men, women, and children who faced hunger, fear, and hardship in their struggle to survive.
Alexander Cain, JD, earned his economics degree from Merrimack College in 1993 and obtained his Juris Doctor from the New England School of Law in 1996. He has authored numerous research articles and presentations on the American Revolution. He published two books: We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution and I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War: The Loyalists of McAlpin’s Corps of American Volunteers. He created the blog and podcast Historical Nerdery (historicalnerdery.com). He is in the process of writing “For God’s Sake Fire!” - The Massachusetts Militia System on the Eve of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which is anticipated to be released in 2027. Alex leads an educational initiative in Northeastern Massachusetts that aims to introduce high school students to careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, and the skilled trades.
Remote Participation: You can watch live on YouTube at Acton TV http://tinyurl.com/Acton-TV. Recordings will be available at Acton TV https://actontv.org/ and on our website https://www.actonma.gov/250 where you’ll find all programming information and a link to our commemorative store.
The Myth That Made Us Presentation With Guest Speaker Jeff Fuhrer
When:
Where: 12 Concord Rd, Acton
Date and Time: Jan 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Acton Congregational Church, 12 Concord Rd, Acton, MA 01720
Join the Social Justice Task Force for an engaging and thought-provoking evening with economist and author Jeffrey Fuhrer, who will explore how powerful but false narratives have shaped—and harmed—the U.S. economy. Drawing from his award-winning book The Myth That Made Us, Jeff will examine enduring myths such as the “self-made man,” the singular corporate focus on profits, and the belief that the United States is a “post-racist” nation. He argues that these narratives have denied opportunity to millions, limiting human potential and holding back our shared economic future.
Jeff will discuss how equal access to opportunity—universal pathways that build human and financial capital—can dramatically improve lives and strengthen the economy for everyone. He will also outline concrete changes needed to help the nation reach its full economic potential. The evening will conclude with a lively and inclusive discussion, welcoming questions and reflections from the audience.
About the Speaker:
Jeff works as a Nonresident Fellow for the Brookings Institution and a Foundation Fellow for the Eastern Bank Foundation. He has recently published The Myth That Made Us (MIT Press 2023), which received the Axiom Business Books Award silver medal in economics. The book explores the link between widely held but false narratives about poverty and race and poor outcomes for many in the U.S. economy.
Jeff previously served as director of research, executive vice president and senior policy advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. He has been an associate economist of the Federal Open Market Committee, and has been active in economic research for more than three decades. He served as an associate editor for the American Economic Review. Married for 44 years Jeff and Mary have three grown children. Fuhrer earned an AB in economics with highest honors from Princeton University. He received his MA and PhD in economics from Harvard University.
All are welcome for this timely conversation at the intersection of faith, justice, and economic opportunity.
For more information, visit https://www.actonc.org/post/2026-mythbookevent
Acton Congregational Church, 12 Concord Rd, Acton, MA 01720
Join the Social Justice Task Force for an engaging and thought-provoking evening with economist and author Jeffrey Fuhrer, who will explore how powerful but false narratives have shaped—and harmed—the U.S. economy. Drawing from his award-winning book The Myth That Made Us, Jeff will examine enduring myths such as the “self-made man,” the singular corporate focus on profits, and the belief that the United States is a “post-racist” nation. He argues that these narratives have denied opportunity to millions, limiting human potential and holding back our shared economic future.
Jeff will discuss how equal access to opportunity—universal pathways that build human and financial capital—can dramatically improve lives and strengthen the economy for everyone. He will also outline concrete changes needed to help the nation reach its full economic potential. The evening will conclude with a lively and inclusive discussion, welcoming questions and reflections from the audience.
About the Speaker:
Jeff works as a Nonresident Fellow for the Brookings Institution and a Foundation Fellow for the Eastern Bank Foundation. He has recently published The Myth That Made Us (MIT Press 2023), which received the Axiom Business Books Award silver medal in economics. The book explores the link between widely held but false narratives about poverty and race and poor outcomes for many in the U.S. economy.
Jeff previously served as director of research, executive vice president and senior policy advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. He has been an associate economist of the Federal Open Market Committee, and has been active in economic research for more than three decades. He served as an associate editor for the American Economic Review. Married for 44 years Jeff and Mary have three grown children. Fuhrer earned an AB in economics with highest honors from Princeton University. He received his MA and PhD in economics from Harvard University.
All are welcome for this timely conversation at the intersection of faith, justice, and economic opportunity.
For more information, visit https://www.actonc.org/post/2026-mythbookevent
Biosphere Book Club – Is a River Alive? By Robert Macfarlane
When:
Where: Zoom
When: Wednesday, January 28th, 7:15-8:15pm
Where: Zoom
The goal of the Biosphere Book Club is to reflect on climate vis-à-vis the health of human and ecological communities. This month we’ll explore the beautiful 2025 publication, Is a River Alive?While journeying through three different watersheds around the world, the author considers the benefits of healthy waterways, the threats to rivers, and the concept that the natural world may have legal rights. The session will be “text-based,” with quotes, participatory activities, and discussion. You are invited to read the book, but it is not required. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org.
Info/registration at https://community.massenergize.org/ActonMA/events/2110.
Where: Zoom
The goal of the Biosphere Book Club is to reflect on climate vis-à-vis the health of human and ecological communities. This month we’ll explore the beautiful 2025 publication, Is a River Alive?While journeying through three different watersheds around the world, the author considers the benefits of healthy waterways, the threats to rivers, and the concept that the natural world may have legal rights. The session will be “text-based,” with quotes, participatory activities, and discussion. You are invited to read the book, but it is not required. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org.
Info/registration at https://community.massenergize.org/ActonMA/events/2110.
WESTFORD LWV CIVIC SOCIAL TO FOCUS ON PAY-AS-YOU-THROW PROGRAM
When:
Where: 487 Groton Road, Westford
The League of Women Voters of Westford is hosting Assistant Town Manager–Strategic Operations Mike Edwards and Select Board member Noëlle Donovan for its first Civic Social of 2026. On Wednesday, January 28, Edwards and Donovan will discuss Westford’s new hybrid Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) curbside trash program, which is slated to launch in July 2026. The in-person event is being held at WestfordCAT, 487 Groton Road, at 7:30 p.m.
Under the PAYT program, each eligible household will receive one free 35-gallon trash cart that will be collected weekly at no charge. Households that generate more trash may purchase PAYT bags for the overflow, paying only for the additional disposal they use. Residents can see a sample 35-gallon trash cart and PAYT bags on the first floor of Town Hall, 55 Main Street. Recycling – which is unlimited – remains the same. For more details, go to westfordma.gov/1831/Pay-As-You-Throw-PAYT-Program.
Civic Socials are the League’s informal monthly get-togethers, open to everyone, where people can learn what’s happening in and around town and about what the League is doing. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, issues-oriented organization – open to all – that encourages informed and active participation in government. The League does not support or oppose any candidate or political party. For more information about the League, go to lwv.westford.org/.
Under the PAYT program, each eligible household will receive one free 35-gallon trash cart that will be collected weekly at no charge. Households that generate more trash may purchase PAYT bags for the overflow, paying only for the additional disposal they use. Residents can see a sample 35-gallon trash cart and PAYT bags on the first floor of Town Hall, 55 Main Street. Recycling – which is unlimited – remains the same. For more details, go to westfordma.gov/1831/Pay-As-You-Throw-PAYT-Program.
Civic Socials are the League’s informal monthly get-togethers, open to everyone, where people can learn what’s happening in and around town and about what the League is doing. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, issues-oriented organization – open to all – that encourages informed and active participation in government. The League does not support or oppose any candidate or political party. For more information about the League, go to lwv.westford.org/.
Motor Development in Babies 0-18 Months
When:
Where: Webinar
A free live webinar presented by pediatric physical therapist Christina Marinelli from Emerson Health, will be held via Zoom on Thursday, January 29, 1-2:00. Babies begin progressing both gross and fine motor skills from birth. They are the building blocks to your baby's ability to explore their environment as they grow. In this webinar, you will learn 1) what typical development looks like, 2) general tips and strategies to support baby's skill acquisition, and 3) helpful resources for continued learning. Time for questions will be allowed. To receive the link, email lmatthews@jri.org at First Connections.
Hudson High School Drama Society Presents Mamma Mia January 30-31
When:
Where: 69 Brigham Street in Hudson
"Honey, Honey," you do NOT want to say this weekend's show is "Slipping Through My Fingers!" HHS students perform Mamma Mia, a fun ABBA song-filled romp about Sophie, a young woman getting married in the Greek village where her single mom raised her, who has invited her 3 possible dads!
Whether you are a "Dancing Queen" or a "Super Trouper" - you will laugh, cheer, and enjoy each widely recognized tune. You know the "Winner Takes It All" so don't miss out on music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (with some songs by Stig Anderson) of the famous band ABBA.
Hudson High's actors will dazzle in this light-hearted and sweet production. The show is led by Director KG Spungen, Musical Director Parker Eastman, and Choreographer Rachel Shaw .
Shows are scheduled for Friday January 30 at 7pm, Saturday January 31 at 2pm and 7pm. All shows will be in the Paul "Skip" Johnson auditorium at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham Street in Hudson.
Tickets are not a lot of "Money, Money, Money" - only $15 (adults)/$10 (students & seniors) cash at the door or purchased ahead of time at //our.show/MammaMia2026. "Take A Chance On Me" and we will see you there!
Whether you are a "Dancing Queen" or a "Super Trouper" - you will laugh, cheer, and enjoy each widely recognized tune. You know the "Winner Takes It All" so don't miss out on music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (with some songs by Stig Anderson) of the famous band ABBA.
Hudson High's actors will dazzle in this light-hearted and sweet production. The show is led by Director KG Spungen, Musical Director Parker Eastman, and Choreographer Rachel Shaw .
Shows are scheduled for Friday January 30 at 7pm, Saturday January 31 at 2pm and 7pm. All shows will be in the Paul "Skip" Johnson auditorium at Hudson High School, 69 Brigham Street in Hudson.
Tickets are not a lot of "Money, Money, Money" - only $15 (adults)/$10 (students & seniors) cash at the door or purchased ahead of time at //our.show/MammaMia2026. "Take A Chance On Me" and we will see you there!
Learn with our 2026 Scholar in Residence, Rabbi Moshe Waldoks
Friday, January 30th, Saturday, January 31st, and Sunday, February 1st
Friday, January 30th, Saturday, January 31st, and Sunday, February 1st
When:
Where: 133 Prospect Street, Acton
Theme for the weekend: From the Big Book of Jewish Humor to meeting the Dalai Lama -- what do Faith and Belief mean?
Reb Moshe is perhaps best known for co-authoring the Big Book of Jewish Humor. But he is also Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Beth Zion in Brookline, where he has served since 1998. At TBZ, Reb Moshe revitalized the community by embracing pluralism, humor, social justice and meditation.
For more on Reb Moshe please visit: https://www.tbzbrookline.org/welcome/spiritual-leaders/reb-moshe-waldoks/.
Friday, January 30th Shabbat Service starts at 7:00 PM: Reb Moshe will offer a D'Var, "The Jews and the Lotus - The Jewish Buddhist Experience and meeting the Dalai Lama"
Saturday, January 31st Shabbat Service starts at 10:00 AM: Reb Moshe will lead the Shabbat Saturday morning Torah Study, "Faith versus Belief - How We Work Through Calamity"
Sunday, February 1st Brotherhood Breakfast with food available at 9:00 AM and Reb Moshe speaks about 9:30 AM: "A Short History of Jewish Humor."
While CBE is pleased to offer this program at virtually no cost to participants, we hope you will consider making a donation of any amount to help our Adult Education Committee continue to offer programming with such esteemed guests as Reb Moshe. You will have the option to make a donation when you sign up below.
For those attending the Sunday Brotherhood Breakfast in person, who are not members of the CBE Brotherhood, there is a $10 charge.
We welcome the attendance of non-congregants and do suggest a donation of $36 or more for your participation.
SIGN UP at https://www.bethelohim.org/scholar-weekend-2026#register to let us know which weekend events you/ other family members plan to attend. It is important for all to sign up so that we can plan, appropriately, for the food provided.
Email adulted@bethelohim.org with any questions.
Reb Moshe is perhaps best known for co-authoring the Big Book of Jewish Humor. But he is also Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Beth Zion in Brookline, where he has served since 1998. At TBZ, Reb Moshe revitalized the community by embracing pluralism, humor, social justice and meditation.
For more on Reb Moshe please visit: https://www.tbzbrookline.org/welcome/spiritual-leaders/reb-moshe-waldoks/.
Friday, January 30th Shabbat Service starts at 7:00 PM: Reb Moshe will offer a D'Var, "The Jews and the Lotus - The Jewish Buddhist Experience and meeting the Dalai Lama"
Saturday, January 31st Shabbat Service starts at 10:00 AM: Reb Moshe will lead the Shabbat Saturday morning Torah Study, "Faith versus Belief - How We Work Through Calamity"
Sunday, February 1st Brotherhood Breakfast with food available at 9:00 AM and Reb Moshe speaks about 9:30 AM: "A Short History of Jewish Humor."
While CBE is pleased to offer this program at virtually no cost to participants, we hope you will consider making a donation of any amount to help our Adult Education Committee continue to offer programming with such esteemed guests as Reb Moshe. You will have the option to make a donation when you sign up below.
For those attending the Sunday Brotherhood Breakfast in person, who are not members of the CBE Brotherhood, there is a $10 charge.
We welcome the attendance of non-congregants and do suggest a donation of $36 or more for your participation.
SIGN UP at https://www.bethelohim.org/scholar-weekend-2026#register to let us know which weekend events you/ other family members plan to attend. It is important for all to sign up so that we can plan, appropriately, for the food provided.
Email adulted@bethelohim.org with any questions.
Maynard Cultural Council and Maynard Business Alliance Sponsor the
Third Annual Maynard Winter Celebration!
Ice Carving Demonstration, Free Kids’ Movie, Crafts, Food, and Fun!
Third Annual Maynard Winter Celebration!
Ice Carving Demonstration, Free Kids’ Movie, Crafts, Food, and Fun!
When:
Where: Veterans Memorial Park in Maynard
Residents of Maynard and neighboring towns are invited to a celebration of all things winter on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in Veterans Memorial Park in Maynard with a movie beginning at 12:30 PM and outdoor activities beginning at 2:00 PM.
Families will enjoy a free, special showing of Happy Feet at Maynard Fine Arts Theatre sponsored by Smith & Finley Homes. After that, the afternoon is full of crafts, events and refreshments for people of all ages to enjoy. The featured event of the afternoon will be an ice sculpting demonstration in Memorial Park. Previous years have revealed some friendly penguins and polar bears breaking through the ice; what visitors will this year’s sculpture bring? Come and find out!
Bens’ Raclette will be on hand to please the palate, along with El Huipil who’ll be there with churros and hot chocolate. Hearty chili from Maynard Village Pizza will warm the chill, while Amory’s Tomb will pour you a cold one or offer cozy comfort with mulled cider. (Food and drink will be available for purchase.)
A winter-themed craft at Felixology will also include hot chocolate in the snug, comforting atmosphere that comes with being surrounded by books, books, books. And who can get enough books? Nobody! That’s why the Maynard Public Library will be holding a storytime with Casey.
The afternoon is free for everyone, so come enjoy the brisk January air, warmed by the company of friends and neighbors.
For more information and a full schedule of events visit: www.DiscoverMaynard.com
Families will enjoy a free, special showing of Happy Feet at Maynard Fine Arts Theatre sponsored by Smith & Finley Homes. After that, the afternoon is full of crafts, events and refreshments for people of all ages to enjoy. The featured event of the afternoon will be an ice sculpting demonstration in Memorial Park. Previous years have revealed some friendly penguins and polar bears breaking through the ice; what visitors will this year’s sculpture bring? Come and find out!
Bens’ Raclette will be on hand to please the palate, along with El Huipil who’ll be there with churros and hot chocolate. Hearty chili from Maynard Village Pizza will warm the chill, while Amory’s Tomb will pour you a cold one or offer cozy comfort with mulled cider. (Food and drink will be available for purchase.)
A winter-themed craft at Felixology will also include hot chocolate in the snug, comforting atmosphere that comes with being surrounded by books, books, books. And who can get enough books? Nobody! That’s why the Maynard Public Library will be holding a storytime with Casey.
The afternoon is free for everyone, so come enjoy the brisk January air, warmed by the company of friends and neighbors.
For more information and a full schedule of events visit: www.DiscoverMaynard.com
50th Anniversary Event: FHC’s Third Grade Program
When:
Where: 2 Oak Street, Framingham
Saturday, January 31st | 2:00-4:00 p.m.
FREE; Registration NOT required!
FHC Village Hall on the Common
2 Oak Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Framingham History Center’s beloved Third Grade Program. This family-friendly event invites students, families, educators, and community members to come together to reflect on five decades of learning and discovery.
Everyone is invited, even if you’ve never participated in the Third Grade program at the FHC — come enjoy games, refreshments, and more for all ages!
Guests are invited to share memories of their own Third Grade Program experiences, explore updated lessons, and connect with fellow Third Grade alumni. The afternoon will include snacks, throw-back games, and hands-on crafts for a fun and engaging event for all ages.
Please note that January 31st is the updated date after winter weather rescheduled our original date of January 24th.
Thank you to the Sudbury Foundation for their grant to update the Third Grade Program in our 50th year!
https://framinghamhistory.org/events/50th-third-grade/
FREE; Registration NOT required!
FHC Village Hall on the Common
2 Oak Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Framingham History Center’s beloved Third Grade Program. This family-friendly event invites students, families, educators, and community members to come together to reflect on five decades of learning and discovery.
Everyone is invited, even if you’ve never participated in the Third Grade program at the FHC — come enjoy games, refreshments, and more for all ages!
Guests are invited to share memories of their own Third Grade Program experiences, explore updated lessons, and connect with fellow Third Grade alumni. The afternoon will include snacks, throw-back games, and hands-on crafts for a fun and engaging event for all ages.
Please note that January 31st is the updated date after winter weather rescheduled our original date of January 24th.
Thank you to the Sudbury Foundation for their grant to update the Third Grade Program in our 50th year!
https://framinghamhistory.org/events/50th-third-grade/
The Chelmsford Republican Town Committee is Hosting:
When:
Where: 90 Groton Rd., North Chelmsford
ATTENTION: LINCOLN/REAGAN DINNER
WHEN: January 31, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: American Legion, 90 Groton Rd., North Chelmsford
SPEAKER: Mike Minogue, Candidate for Governor
PRICE: $35 per person donation (Includes appetizers, dinner and dessert)
RSVP no later than Jan. 23rd to: Mary Gail Leonard, marygail.leonard@aol.com, 978-918-8261
WHEN: January 31, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: American Legion, 90 Groton Rd., North Chelmsford
SPEAKER: Mike Minogue, Candidate for Governor
PRICE: $35 per person donation (Includes appetizers, dinner and dessert)
RSVP no later than Jan. 23rd to: Mary Gail Leonard, marygail.leonard@aol.com, 978-918-8261
17th Annual UCC Boxborough Folk Coffeehouse
When:
Where: 723 Massachusetts Ave, Boxborough
Save the date! Nothing could be better than shaking off the dark winter chills and enjoying warm, gentle music in the Gathering Room at the United Church of Christ, Boxborough, with friends on a Saturday evening (7 - 9 p.m.).
The UCCB Music Committee invites you to enjoy the many talents of our community and perhaps offer some talents of your own in a traditional folk “coffeehouse” setting. This event is intended to slow us down, warm us up, and bring us together as appreciators of music.
Please contact Peter Senghas (pwsenghas@gmail.com) or Steve Griffin (sgri617@comcast.net) if you would like to participate or if you have a question about this event.
The UCCB Music Committee invites you to enjoy the many talents of our community and perhaps offer some talents of your own in a traditional folk “coffeehouse” setting. This event is intended to slow us down, warm us up, and bring us together as appreciators of music.
Please contact Peter Senghas (pwsenghas@gmail.com) or Steve Griffin (sgri617@comcast.net) if you would like to participate or if you have a question about this event.
High Energy & Stellar Artistry is What You’ll See & Hear at 1/31 Fódhla Performance
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
Enjoy the sounds of Ireland on 1/31 when Celtic trio Fódhla performs at The Parish Center for the Arts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for Members; $22 for Non-Members; $25 at the door (if available). Seating will be cabaret style with dancing in the Gallery (should the mood hit). BYOB and snacks. Doors open one half hour prior to the show. Advance reservations are recommended. Visit pcawestford.org to reserve your seats.
Fódhla proper is a protective Spirit of Ireland. Fódhla, the trio, brings both high energy and stellar artistry to the traditional music stage. Their sound is firmly rooted in the traditional Irish melodies and ornamentation that fiddler Ellery Klein and flute player Nicole Rabata honed during years spent abroad in Ireland’s Cork, Limerick and Ennis. Fiddle and flute tunes are superbly supported by guitarist Bethany Waickman, whose inventive, tasteful chords unfold with driving rhythm perfected from years of playing for contradances. Cognizant of their North American roots, Fódhla aims to appeal to a broad audience by bringing variety, inventive harmonies and unique arrangements to traditional music. A typical concert starts off with high-energy traditional sets of Irish reels and jigs, includes trade melody and harmonies and a joyful and toe-tapping pair of barn dances soaring out on a high note. Finally, the soft notes of guitar bring in a melancholy, exquisite slow air – music that brings out audible sighs from a rapt audience.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/1-31-26-f-dhla/WSS5TL5HBMM3QDLKKOFE3YFD
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Fódhla proper is a protective Spirit of Ireland. Fódhla, the trio, brings both high energy and stellar artistry to the traditional music stage. Their sound is firmly rooted in the traditional Irish melodies and ornamentation that fiddler Ellery Klein and flute player Nicole Rabata honed during years spent abroad in Ireland’s Cork, Limerick and Ennis. Fiddle and flute tunes are superbly supported by guitarist Bethany Waickman, whose inventive, tasteful chords unfold with driving rhythm perfected from years of playing for contradances. Cognizant of their North American roots, Fódhla aims to appeal to a broad audience by bringing variety, inventive harmonies and unique arrangements to traditional music. A typical concert starts off with high-energy traditional sets of Irish reels and jigs, includes trade melody and harmonies and a joyful and toe-tapping pair of barn dances soaring out on a high note. Finally, the soft notes of guitar bring in a melancholy, exquisite slow air – music that brings out audible sighs from a rapt audience.
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/1-31-26-f-dhla/WSS5TL5HBMM3QDLKKOFE3YFD
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
New Revival Coffee House, First Parish Church Saturday, Jan. 31, 7:30PM
Fiddler, Singer and Songwriter Kathleen Parks
Fiddler, Singer and Songwriter Kathleen Parks
When:
Where: 353 Great Road, Stow
Kathleen is a founding member of Twisted Pine, an ensemble that exists “somewhere in the ether between bluegrass and jazz.” Kathleen’s own songwriting leans toward Pop, Folk, and classic Jazz, while her virtuosic fiddle reflects countless hours of festival jams with a blend of traditional and modern musical styles.
Her deep grounding in Celtic and American roots music blends with her love for pop songwriting, funk rhythms, soulful vocals, and groove-based improvisation, making every performance unexpected yet familiar: a musical journey from beginning to end.
Tickets are $20 in advance at eventbrite.com and $25 at the door. For ticket links see the New Revival Coffeehouse web page. For more info about Kathleen, see kathleenparksmusic.com.
The New Revival Coffeehouse is located at the First Parish Church of Stow and Acton, 353 Great Road, Stow MA 01775. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30.
Doors open at 7 PM. Concert starts at 7:30.
Tickets are $20 in advance at Eventbrite.com and $25 on the day of the concert. Doors open at 7:00 and the show begins at 7:30.
Her deep grounding in Celtic and American roots music blends with her love for pop songwriting, funk rhythms, soulful vocals, and groove-based improvisation, making every performance unexpected yet familiar: a musical journey from beginning to end.
Tickets are $20 in advance at eventbrite.com and $25 at the door. For ticket links see the New Revival Coffeehouse web page. For more info about Kathleen, see kathleenparksmusic.com.
The New Revival Coffeehouse is located at the First Parish Church of Stow and Acton, 353 Great Road, Stow MA 01775. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30.
Doors open at 7 PM. Concert starts at 7:30.
Tickets are $20 in advance at Eventbrite.com and $25 on the day of the concert. Doors open at 7:00 and the show begins at 7:30.
19 Carter Hosts Music and Stories from Little House on the Prairie
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Sunday, February 1, 2pm | Music and Stories from Little House on the Prairie
Come enjoy the tunes Laura Ingalls Wilder loved and find out more about the music that was so popular with the pioneers. Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Come enjoy the tunes Laura Ingalls Wilder loved and find out more about the music that was so popular with the pioneers. Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Chelmsford Center for the Arts CCA Champions Membership Drive
When:
Where: 1A North Road | Chelmsford
Sunday, February 1st from 3:00 - 5:00 pm The CCA Champions – a nonprofit organization with a mission to support the CCA through advocacy, promotion, and fundraising – invites all who love the Chelmsford Center for the Arts to come to its premiere event! Attendees will enjoy delicious cookies, cupcakes and cocoa while meeting the brand new CCA Champions and discovering the benefits of becoming members. Join us to celebrate our love of the CCA and all that it has to offer! Sunday, February 1st from 3:00 – 5:00 pm in the Cabaret Cafe. Can't make the membership drive? No problem! You can join the Champions, or make a one-time donation, online via the link below. Join or donate to the CCA Champions: https://www.chelmsfordarts.org/cca-champions
ABOUT THE CCA CHAMPIONS: The Chelmsford Center for the Arts Champions (CCAC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose purpose is to fundraise on behalf of and foster community interest in the Chelmsford Center for the Arts (CCA) programs and to support and cooperate with the CCA in sustaining such programs and resources.
ABOUT THE CCA CHAMPIONS: The Chelmsford Center for the Arts Champions (CCAC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose purpose is to fundraise on behalf of and foster community interest in the Chelmsford Center for the Arts (CCA) programs and to support and cooperate with the CCA in sustaining such programs and resources.
A Benefit Concert for the Purchase of a New Organ
When:
Where: 426 Davis Road, Bedford
On Sunday, February 1st at 4 pm (postponed from last Sunday due to snow!) organist Katherine Ou will perform an organ concert at The Lutheran Church of the Savior. Katherine has been serving as the organist for four years. She began her training at the age of 13 in Waco, Texas.
The program will include a seldom-heard but dazzling baroque chorale partita by Georg Dietrich, an inspiring Organ Sonata, a work by living British composer Tom Scott, the stirring “Variations on The Star Spangled Banner" by Dudly Buck and "Yankee Doodle" by New England organist Fred Feibel.
Admission is free. Reservations are not required. There will be a light reception following the concert and a Freewill Offering to help purchase a new organ.
Location: Lutheran Church of the Savior, 426 Davis Road, Bedford, MA
The program will include a seldom-heard but dazzling baroque chorale partita by Georg Dietrich, an inspiring Organ Sonata, a work by living British composer Tom Scott, the stirring “Variations on The Star Spangled Banner" by Dudly Buck and "Yankee Doodle" by New England organist Fred Feibel.
Admission is free. Reservations are not required. There will be a light reception following the concert and a Freewill Offering to help purchase a new organ.
Location: Lutheran Church of the Savior, 426 Davis Road, Bedford, MA
Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents February 1 Concert in Worcester
When:
Where: 500 Salisbury Street, Worcester
Worcester Chamber Music Society continues its 20th Season with a concert titled “Shadow & Light” at Assumption University’s Jeanne Y. Curtis Hall on February 1, which features distinguished guest artist Edwin Barker, former longtime principal bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. A reception will follow the concert.
Two talented female composers shine brilliantly on this concert, having emerged from the shadows of obscurity. Sofia Gubaidulina defied the Soviet authorities’ artistic demands and was virtually unknown in the West until the 1980s. Despite favorable comparisons to Ravel, Bloch, and Debussy, Rebecca Clarke languished in obscurity until only recently. Wildly popular in its time, Beethoven’s septet in some ways stole the spotlight, overshadowing in his lifetime what he considered some of his greatest works.
Sunday, February 1 @4PM
Jeanne Y. Curtis Hall, Assumption University
500 Salisbury Street, Worcester
Pre-concert talk @3:30 PM
Program
Sofia Gubaidulina | Sonata for Double Bass and Piano
Rebecca Clarke | Piano Trio
Ludwig van Beethoven | Septet
Venues are handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/shadow-and-light/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624.
Two talented female composers shine brilliantly on this concert, having emerged from the shadows of obscurity. Sofia Gubaidulina defied the Soviet authorities’ artistic demands and was virtually unknown in the West until the 1980s. Despite favorable comparisons to Ravel, Bloch, and Debussy, Rebecca Clarke languished in obscurity until only recently. Wildly popular in its time, Beethoven’s septet in some ways stole the spotlight, overshadowing in his lifetime what he considered some of his greatest works.
Sunday, February 1 @4PM
Jeanne Y. Curtis Hall, Assumption University
500 Salisbury Street, Worcester
Pre-concert talk @3:30 PM
Program
Sofia Gubaidulina | Sonata for Double Bass and Piano
Rebecca Clarke | Piano Trio
Ludwig van Beethoven | Septet
Venues are handicapped accessible.
Tickets are available at https://worcesterchambermusic.org/shadow-and-light/ or by calling the WCMS office at (508) 926-8624.
Westford Chorus Presents a Program of "Members' Favorites" February 1
When:
Where: 170 Old Westford Road, Chelmsford
For its midwinter concert this year, the Westford Chorus presents a program of "Members' Favorites."
The concert will be performed on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 170 Old Westford Road, Chelmsford, MA. Tickets are available at westfordchorus.org or at the door. Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors (65+) and $10 for students. Children under five will be admitted for free. The venue is accessible. If you can't attend in person, register at westfordchorus.org for a link to the recording.
Jim Barkovic, Music Director, explained the origin of the unusual program: "It all started at a rehearsal last spring. I set out a pen and a pad of paper and invited the Chorus members to write their favorite pieces or genres of choral music. An extraordinary thing happened—the members filled THREE PAGES with their favorite choral pieces! As a result, in this concert you'll get to experience many of the Chorus members' faves—a list representing 450 years of choral music!"
Since its founding in 1983, the Westford Chorus has transcended the boundaries of community chorus by performing diverse and challenging works ranging from Mozart's Requiem to P.D.Q. Bach's The Seasonings, from Renaissance polyphony to Spanish Christmas carols, from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana to 1940s swing, to costumed productions of favorites such as Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance, Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, and Bizet's Carmen. The Chorus has sung with orchestral backup, 18-piece swing bands, jazz combos, and eclectic world music groups.
Westford Chorus is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded by members and supporters and supported in part by grants from the Westford Cultural Council and Chelmsford Cultural Council, local agencies supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
The concert will be performed on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 170 Old Westford Road, Chelmsford, MA. Tickets are available at westfordchorus.org or at the door. Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors (65+) and $10 for students. Children under five will be admitted for free. The venue is accessible. If you can't attend in person, register at westfordchorus.org for a link to the recording.
Jim Barkovic, Music Director, explained the origin of the unusual program: "It all started at a rehearsal last spring. I set out a pen and a pad of paper and invited the Chorus members to write their favorite pieces or genres of choral music. An extraordinary thing happened—the members filled THREE PAGES with their favorite choral pieces! As a result, in this concert you'll get to experience many of the Chorus members' faves—a list representing 450 years of choral music!"
Since its founding in 1983, the Westford Chorus has transcended the boundaries of community chorus by performing diverse and challenging works ranging from Mozart's Requiem to P.D.Q. Bach's The Seasonings, from Renaissance polyphony to Spanish Christmas carols, from Carl Orff's Carmina Burana to 1940s swing, to costumed productions of favorites such as Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance, Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, and Bizet's Carmen. The Chorus has sung with orchestral backup, 18-piece swing bands, jazz combos, and eclectic world music groups.
Westford Chorus is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded by members and supporters and supported in part by grants from the Westford Cultural Council and Chelmsford Cultural Council, local agencies supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
19 Carter Hosts Social Singing with Music Includes
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Monday, February 2, 4:30pm | Social Singing with Music Includes
Music Includes brings people of all abilities and identities together for inclusive, high-quality musical experiences. Join us in a safe, joyful space to share songs of all kinds. Select Mondays from Jan 19 - April 27. Register at nacc.net. Learn more at ldfamusic.com/music-includes.
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Music Includes brings people of all abilities and identities together for inclusive, high-quality musical experiences. Join us in a safe, joyful space to share songs of all kinds. Select Mondays from Jan 19 - April 27. Register at nacc.net. Learn more at ldfamusic.com/music-includes.
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Hunger In our Communities
When:
Where: 75 King Street, Littleton
For over 40 years, Loaves and Fishes have been providing food to our neighbors in an atmosphere of kindness and respect. With the help of volunteers and donors, Loaves and Fishes serves the communities of Ayer, Devens, Dunstable, Groton, Harvard, Littleton and Shirley. But regardless of what community people may live in, no one is ever turned away. Last year alone, they served over 1,000 households/3,000 individuals with nutritious groceries.
Would you like to learn more about what drives food insecurity in our region?
Would you like to learn more about how you might have a positive impact?
Learn the answers to these questions and more as Patty Stern, Executive Director of Loaves and Fishes, shares more about their mission and how they address this growing societal need.
Monday, February 2, 7 PM
St. Anne’s Church Hall
75 King Street, Littleton, MA
This event is sponsored by the Blessed Trinity Parish Social Justice Ministry.
RSVP requested but not required to plan for refreshments.
socialjusticeministry@blessedtrinitycatholic.org
Would you like to learn more about what drives food insecurity in our region?
Would you like to learn more about how you might have a positive impact?
Learn the answers to these questions and more as Patty Stern, Executive Director of Loaves and Fishes, shares more about their mission and how they address this growing societal need.
Monday, February 2, 7 PM
St. Anne’s Church Hall
75 King Street, Littleton, MA
This event is sponsored by the Blessed Trinity Parish Social Justice Ministry.
RSVP requested but not required to plan for refreshments.
socialjusticeministry@blessedtrinitycatholic.org
19 Carter Hosts Open Mic for Comics
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Monday, February 2, 7:30pm | Open Mic for Comics
Join us for our monthly, laid-back night of comedy brought to you by OMP Productions and the Carnival Personnel Podcast. Comics can sign up for a stand-up slot in advance by emailing openmicpain@gmail.com. Audience welcome! Ages 18+ Suggested donation: $5
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Join us for our monthly, laid-back night of comedy brought to you by OMP Productions and the Carnival Personnel Podcast. Comics can sign up for a stand-up slot in advance by emailing openmicpain@gmail.com. Audience welcome! Ages 18+ Suggested donation: $5
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Acton Garden Club Presents
When:
Where: Acton Town Hall
February Program
Date Feb 3, 2026, 10:30am
Location Acton Town Hall
Speaker Lisey Good, Wild Cohasset founder
Topic Invasive Plants: Techniques you don't know + how to fight them with native plants
Invasive plants range from a minor nuisance to a dire threat to endangered species and entire forests. How to tell the difference? And what are the best ways to identify and remove the plants that can do the greatest harm? This program will help gardeners identify common invasive plants in Massachusetts and will teach them how to deal with the very worst offenders. It will include new techniques developed abroad-- and even some "passive” methods that use native plants to fight the battle.
Lisey Good is the founder of Massachusetts-based environmental group Wild Cohasset, which works to support the native plants of New England and to help all the wildlife that depend upon these plants for survival. A frequent lecturer on issues related to biodiversity and wildlife, Lisey was formerly the on-air interior designer for the Emmy Award winning television program This Old House. Today, she works in marketing, PR and fundraising for animal welfare organizations such as Second Chance Animal Services.
Lisey will discuss the major issue of invasive plant species in our area, how to identify them, and why and how we should combat them involving the restoration of appropriate
Date Feb 3, 2026, 10:30am
Location Acton Town Hall
Speaker Lisey Good, Wild Cohasset founder
Topic Invasive Plants: Techniques you don't know + how to fight them with native plants
Invasive plants range from a minor nuisance to a dire threat to endangered species and entire forests. How to tell the difference? And what are the best ways to identify and remove the plants that can do the greatest harm? This program will help gardeners identify common invasive plants in Massachusetts and will teach them how to deal with the very worst offenders. It will include new techniques developed abroad-- and even some "passive” methods that use native plants to fight the battle.
Lisey Good is the founder of Massachusetts-based environmental group Wild Cohasset, which works to support the native plants of New England and to help all the wildlife that depend upon these plants for survival. A frequent lecturer on issues related to biodiversity and wildlife, Lisey was formerly the on-air interior designer for the Emmy Award winning television program This Old House. Today, she works in marketing, PR and fundraising for animal welfare organizations such as Second Chance Animal Services.
Lisey will discuss the major issue of invasive plant species in our area, how to identify them, and why and how we should combat them involving the restoration of appropriate
19 Carter Hosts Book Launch: When Did We See You? A Lenten Reflection on Poverty and Wealth
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Tuesday, February 3, 6pm | Book Launch: When Did We See You? A Lenten Reflection on Poverty and Wealth
Berlin resident Reverend Dr. Elizabeth Mae Magill invites us into an honest conversation about faith, money, and community, posing hard questions about poverty, wealth, and what it means to follow Jesus in an economically divided world. Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Berlin resident Reverend Dr. Elizabeth Mae Magill invites us into an honest conversation about faith, money, and community, posing hard questions about poverty, wealth, and what it means to follow Jesus in an economically divided world. Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
An Introduction to Tools and Tool Sharpening
When:
Where: 52 Main St, Northborough
February 3, 2026, 6:30PM Northborough Historical Society
Bring your hand pruners—this will be a hands-on session, and you’ll learn how to sharpen your own tools. www.northboroughgardenclub.com
Bring your hand pruners—this will be a hands-on session, and you’ll learn how to sharpen your own tools. www.northboroughgardenclub.com
CYT - Teen Company Auditions: Into the Woods
When:
Where: 53 Church Street in Concord
Announcing Auditions for Into the Woods! Teen Company is for students in grades 9-12 Auditions Feb 3 from 7:00-9:30; Callbacks Feb 4 April 2026
Teen Company Production Sign up here (https://concordyouththeatre.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db223104e70aa9c661a61a14a&id=28e4feb2a3&e=d77747ea17) to audition.
CYT’s Teen Company performs works that allow students to stretch in different roles, use teamwork to accomplish big goals, and set incremental goals for themselves as individual performers. This performance company is open to young people in grades 9 through 12.
We invite you to audition for Into the Woods, a 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine How far would you go to make your wish come true? Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (of beanstalk fame), and a baker and his wife find out when they take a journey into the woods. It’s a magical, bewildering place full of witches, wolves, giants, and mysterious strangers where familiar fairy tales tangle and twist together. Wishes come true here, but at a price.
Auditions: Tuesday, February 3 from 7:00-9:30. You must be there the full time to be considered - please arrive promptly. If called back, callback auditions are Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30-9:00. Rehearsals: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday evenings, some Saturdays First Rehearsal: Read-through is Sunday, February 8; regular rehearsals start Monday, February 23 Tech Rehearsals: April 5-9
Performances: April 10 @ 7:00; April 11 @ 4:00; April 12 @ 2:00 Tuition: $500 All auditions will be held at 53 Church Street, Concord, MA. If you have any questions, please call 978-371-1482 or send an email to concord_youth_theatre@concordyouththeatre.org.
Teen Company Production Sign up here (https://concordyouththeatre.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=db223104e70aa9c661a61a14a&id=28e4feb2a3&e=d77747ea17) to audition.
CYT’s Teen Company performs works that allow students to stretch in different roles, use teamwork to accomplish big goals, and set incremental goals for themselves as individual performers. This performance company is open to young people in grades 9 through 12.
We invite you to audition for Into the Woods, a 1986 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine How far would you go to make your wish come true? Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (of beanstalk fame), and a baker and his wife find out when they take a journey into the woods. It’s a magical, bewildering place full of witches, wolves, giants, and mysterious strangers where familiar fairy tales tangle and twist together. Wishes come true here, but at a price.
Auditions: Tuesday, February 3 from 7:00-9:30. You must be there the full time to be considered - please arrive promptly. If called back, callback auditions are Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30-9:00. Rehearsals: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday evenings, some Saturdays First Rehearsal: Read-through is Sunday, February 8; regular rehearsals start Monday, February 23 Tech Rehearsals: April 5-9
Performances: April 10 @ 7:00; April 11 @ 4:00; April 12 @ 2:00 Tuition: $500 All auditions will be held at 53 Church Street, Concord, MA. If you have any questions, please call 978-371-1482 or send an email to concord_youth_theatre@concordyouththeatre.org.
An Evening with the Bedford Minuteman Company
Wednesday, February 4, 7:00 to 8:30 PM,
1st Floor Meeting Room, 7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA
1st Floor Meeting Room, 7 Mudge Way, BEDFORD, MA
When:
Where: 7 Mudge Way, Bedford
In honor of America's 250th anniversary, join the Bedford Minutemen for an evening filled with history and music.
What were the Bedford Minutemen doing in 1775 and beyond? Why is the Bedford Flag important? What is Pole Capping? How were the fife and drums important to the troops? What does it take to be a historical reenactor now?
The Bedford Minuteman Company, and Bedford's Town Historian and preeminent Bedford Flag scholar Sharon McDonald, will answer all these questions and more. The Company will also play examples of fife and drum music.
Learn more about the Bedford Minutemen on their website: https://bedfordminutemen.org/
No Registration Required
What were the Bedford Minutemen doing in 1775 and beyond? Why is the Bedford Flag important? What is Pole Capping? How were the fife and drums important to the troops? What does it take to be a historical reenactor now?
The Bedford Minuteman Company, and Bedford's Town Historian and preeminent Bedford Flag scholar Sharon McDonald, will answer all these questions and more. The Company will also play examples of fife and drum music.
Learn more about the Bedford Minutemen on their website: https://bedfordminutemen.org/
No Registration Required
Assabet Valley Camera Club Program
When:
Where: 29 Church Street, Hudson
HUDSON: On Wednesday, February 4, the Assabet Valley Camera Club (AVCC) is pleased to host Shawn Carey, wildlife photographer and teacher for Mass Audubon Society. His presentation will take you on a virtual field trip to the Falkland Islands off the southern coast of Argentina where you will find some of the islands’ amazing wildlife. The Falklands are home to at least five different species of penguins, other endemic birds, as well as various aquatic animals. Bird watchers and wildlife photographers are sure to enjoy this program!
As a member of several bird clubs, Shawn has gained extensive avian knowledge and serves on the Advisory Board of the Mass Audubon Society and its Bird Art Museum. He has been the chair of the Mass Camera Naturalists and co-founded Migration Productions where he provides almost all of the digital photographs in their productions. Carey's work can be viewed at https://migrationproductions.com/ .
Currently, AVCC meetings are using a hybrid approach where members can come together either in person or via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the program, contact AVCC at avcc.digital@hotmail.com a few days prior to the meeting to request a link to the event or to let us know you will be attending in person. Guests are welcome to attend up to two consecutive club meetings prior to becoming a member. For membership information, go to https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com/Club/MembershipInfo.aspx .The club’s Zoom room opens at 7:00 PM with a brief business meeting at 7:15 followed by Shawn’s presentation at 7:30.
AVCC in-person meetings are held at the Hudson Senior Center, 29 Church Street, Hudson and are open to the public. The first meeting of the month generally features a program designed to instruct and/or to entertain camera enthusiasts. During the second monthly meeting, a competition of members’ digital images is judged and critiqued by qualified individuals. Assabet Valley Camera Club, affiliated with both the New England Camera Club Council (NECCC) and the Photographic Society of America (PSA), participates in inter-club competitions on regional, national and international levels.
AVCC welcomes anyone interested in learning more about photography as a visual art and its practical application as a science. Members benefit from the hands-on experiences, from the knowledge presented in programs, and from having their work critiqued. For more information, check out AVCC's website https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com//
As a member of several bird clubs, Shawn has gained extensive avian knowledge and serves on the Advisory Board of the Mass Audubon Society and its Bird Art Museum. He has been the chair of the Mass Camera Naturalists and co-founded Migration Productions where he provides almost all of the digital photographs in their productions. Carey's work can be viewed at https://migrationproductions.com/ .
Currently, AVCC meetings are using a hybrid approach where members can come together either in person or via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the program, contact AVCC at avcc.digital@hotmail.com a few days prior to the meeting to request a link to the event or to let us know you will be attending in person. Guests are welcome to attend up to two consecutive club meetings prior to becoming a member. For membership information, go to https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com/Club/MembershipInfo.aspx .The club’s Zoom room opens at 7:00 PM with a brief business meeting at 7:15 followed by Shawn’s presentation at 7:30.
AVCC in-person meetings are held at the Hudson Senior Center, 29 Church Street, Hudson and are open to the public. The first meeting of the month generally features a program designed to instruct and/or to entertain camera enthusiasts. During the second monthly meeting, a competition of members’ digital images is judged and critiqued by qualified individuals. Assabet Valley Camera Club, affiliated with both the New England Camera Club Council (NECCC) and the Photographic Society of America (PSA), participates in inter-club competitions on regional, national and international levels.
AVCC welcomes anyone interested in learning more about photography as a visual art and its practical application as a science. Members benefit from the hands-on experiences, from the knowledge presented in programs, and from having their work critiqued. For more information, check out AVCC's website https://www.assabetvalleycameraclub.com//
AB STEAM Hackathon Showcase & Open House on Feb 5
When:
Where: 543 Massachusetts Ave, Acton
Acton Boxborough - Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Danny’s Place, 543 Massachusetts Ave, Acton
Please join us for the AB STEAM Hackathon Showcase and Open House, with light refreshments, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Danny’s Place. Student Hackathon presentations begin at 5:30 PM.
AB STEAM partnered with the Town of Acton Conservation and Sustainability Office, with grant support from the Integral Charitable Foundation, to engage Acton-Boxborough middle and high school students in developing innovative solutions to local flooding challenges. The project focuses on flooding affecting Acton conservation lands, roads, and culverts.
Over the past seven months, Hackathon teams have worked hard researching and designing unique solutions to address flooding in Acton. We are grateful for the participants’ dedication and invite community members to join us in learning from, supporting, and celebrating the Hackathon teams as they share their local flood solutions. And one day, hopefully we can see these solutions become a reality throughout Acton!
Coverage of the Hackathon launch by The Acton Exchange and ActonTV, along with additional event details, can be found on the AB STEAM Hackathon webpage: www.absteam.org/hackathon
This event also marks the closing of the AB STEAM DiscoverSTEM Online Silent Auction, which benefits ABRHS STEAM Clubs. Bidding is open now and ends at 7:00 PM on February 5.
Thank you, and we hope to see you there! Learn more about AB STEAM, the Hackathon, and upcoming events at ABSteam.org/events
Danny’s Place, 543 Massachusetts Ave, Acton
Please join us for the AB STEAM Hackathon Showcase and Open House, with light refreshments, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Danny’s Place. Student Hackathon presentations begin at 5:30 PM.
AB STEAM partnered with the Town of Acton Conservation and Sustainability Office, with grant support from the Integral Charitable Foundation, to engage Acton-Boxborough middle and high school students in developing innovative solutions to local flooding challenges. The project focuses on flooding affecting Acton conservation lands, roads, and culverts.
Over the past seven months, Hackathon teams have worked hard researching and designing unique solutions to address flooding in Acton. We are grateful for the participants’ dedication and invite community members to join us in learning from, supporting, and celebrating the Hackathon teams as they share their local flood solutions. And one day, hopefully we can see these solutions become a reality throughout Acton!
Coverage of the Hackathon launch by The Acton Exchange and ActonTV, along with additional event details, can be found on the AB STEAM Hackathon webpage: www.absteam.org/hackathon
This event also marks the closing of the AB STEAM DiscoverSTEM Online Silent Auction, which benefits ABRHS STEAM Clubs. Bidding is open now and ends at 7:00 PM on February 5.
Thank you, and we hope to see you there! Learn more about AB STEAM, the Hackathon, and upcoming events at ABSteam.org/events
Emma's Revolution Perform Songs of Hope & Resistance Feb 6
When:
Where: 19 Foster Street, in Littleton
California-based, activist singer/songwriting duo Emma's Revolution will perform Songs of Hope & Resistance, a benefit for immigrant and refugee justice at First Church Unitarian, Littleton at 19 Foster Street, in Littleton, on Friday February 6, at 7pm ET/4pm PT. If you can’t make it in person, attend by live stream with replay. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Livestream are $25. No one will be turned away. For tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/LittletonFeb6.
Attendees are invited to participate in an informal protest poster contest on Reclaiming Our Democracy, with the audience voting for the winners. Bring your favorite family-friendly protest poster to express outrage, hope, irony, democracy, patriotism, and more.
As independent artists and queer and non-conforming women, Emma’s Revolution has a national presence among communities, organizations and venues that share the duo's vision of valuing people over profit, choosing compassion over violence, demanding accountability and building a more just and sustainable world.
Known for fearless, truth-telling lyrics and melodies you can’t resist singing, Emma's Revolution is the award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries and Sandy O. Performances feature the duo's signature soaring harmonies and lush acoustic instruments, in songs that span folk to jazz and funk to rock.
Get recharged, inspired and energized in community, justice and song to benefit the International Institute of New England and its work supporting immigrants and refugees for more than half a century.
“In this intense and unprecedented time, when our rights, norms and democracy are on the line, all of our voices are needed to create the country and the world we want to live in,” said Emma’s Revolution musician Pat Humphries.
Sponsored by First Church Unitarian in Littleton and its Reclaiming Our Democracy task force, which meets monthly to strategize how best to protect our civil rights and the separation of power guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Attendees are invited to participate in an informal protest poster contest on Reclaiming Our Democracy, with the audience voting for the winners. Bring your favorite family-friendly protest poster to express outrage, hope, irony, democracy, patriotism, and more.
As independent artists and queer and non-conforming women, Emma’s Revolution has a national presence among communities, organizations and venues that share the duo's vision of valuing people over profit, choosing compassion over violence, demanding accountability and building a more just and sustainable world.
Known for fearless, truth-telling lyrics and melodies you can’t resist singing, Emma's Revolution is the award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries and Sandy O. Performances feature the duo's signature soaring harmonies and lush acoustic instruments, in songs that span folk to jazz and funk to rock.
Get recharged, inspired and energized in community, justice and song to benefit the International Institute of New England and its work supporting immigrants and refugees for more than half a century.
“In this intense and unprecedented time, when our rights, norms and democracy are on the line, all of our voices are needed to create the country and the world we want to live in,” said Emma’s Revolution musician Pat Humphries.
Sponsored by First Church Unitarian in Littleton and its Reclaiming Our Democracy task force, which meets monthly to strategize how best to protect our civil rights and the separation of power guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Acton-Boxborough's Family Network Event
When:
Where: 493 Massachusetts Ave, Boxborough
Join us for the annual Sweetie Valentine's Day Party on Saturday, February 7th at 9:30 AM! All ABFN members and local families are invited to join us at the Blanchard Elementary School gymnasium for a morning of fun and festivities.
Kids will enjoy live entertainment plus plenty of crafts and hands-on activities led by local preschools. For those who prefer a quieter experience, we invite you to our Sensory Friendly Party from 9:30 to 10 am. Afterwards, the general party will be from 10am-11:30am.
Free for ABFN members! Non-member families can join for $10. (Not a member? [Signup and enjoy member perks!])
Pre-registration is REQUIRED for non-member families and greatly appreciated for members to help us keep everyone safe. Only member families can walk-in.
Pre-registration closes at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 7th.
Give Back with Us! This year, we’re supporting First Connections by collecting diapers (sizes 4-7) for their diaper pantry. Bring your diaper donations to the party.
Let's celebrate Valentine's Day with fun, friendship, and community spirit – we can’t wait to see you there!
Register here: https://www.abfamily.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=802795&item_id=2766316
Kids will enjoy live entertainment plus plenty of crafts and hands-on activities led by local preschools. For those who prefer a quieter experience, we invite you to our Sensory Friendly Party from 9:30 to 10 am. Afterwards, the general party will be from 10am-11:30am.
Free for ABFN members! Non-member families can join for $10. (Not a member? [Signup and enjoy member perks!])
Pre-registration is REQUIRED for non-member families and greatly appreciated for members to help us keep everyone safe. Only member families can walk-in.
Pre-registration closes at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 7th.
Give Back with Us! This year, we’re supporting First Connections by collecting diapers (sizes 4-7) for their diaper pantry. Bring your diaper donations to the party.
Let's celebrate Valentine's Day with fun, friendship, and community spirit – we can’t wait to see you there!
Register here: https://www.abfamily.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=802795&item_id=2766316
Do you Love cookies? Do you love the library? Let’s put the two together!
When:
Where: Reuben Hoar Library, 35 Shattuck St, Littleton
February 7th, 10:30
Come to the library and choose from a selection of homemade cookies to fill a cute little box. Suggested donation $5. Find us downstairs by the Children's room until the cookies run out - and don't forget the RHL will be celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Come to the library and choose from a selection of homemade cookies to fill a cute little box. Suggested donation $5. Find us downstairs by the Children's room until the cookies run out - and don't forget the RHL will be celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair in Westford on February 7
When:
Where: 130 Littleton Rd (Rt. 110), Westford
Local parents looking for information on summer camps and kids’ activities will find over 25 programs at the Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair in Westford on Saturday, February 7. The Fair will take place at Orchard Church, 130 Littleton Rd (Rt. 110), Westford MA from 11 am to 1:30 pm.
Coordinated by Macaroni KID Lowell, the Summer Camp Fair is free to attend. Families can gather information and talk with representatives from local and overnight camps, summer programs, and local schools offering year-round activities such as sports, STEM, coding, art and more. There will also be kids' activities and giveaways.
Camps exhibiting at the Summer Camp Fair include local favorites such as Good Pickin' Farm, Camp Massapoag, and Teamworks Adventure Camp as well as specialty and overnight camps such as Grotonwood, The Story School, Third Space Kitchen, and Camp Stonewall. Macaroni KID Lowell also has an online Summer Camp Guide on its website (Lowell.MacaroniKid.com) as a resource for parents who cannot attend the Camp Fair.
For a list of camps attending the Fair, please visit Macaroni KID Lowell at https://lowell.macaronikid.com. Exhibitor requests and other requests for information can be directed to barbarae@macaronikid.com or (978) 239-3038.
Coordinated by Macaroni KID Lowell, the Summer Camp Fair is free to attend. Families can gather information and talk with representatives from local and overnight camps, summer programs, and local schools offering year-round activities such as sports, STEM, coding, art and more. There will also be kids' activities and giveaways.
Camps exhibiting at the Summer Camp Fair include local favorites such as Good Pickin' Farm, Camp Massapoag, and Teamworks Adventure Camp as well as specialty and overnight camps such as Grotonwood, The Story School, Third Space Kitchen, and Camp Stonewall. Macaroni KID Lowell also has an online Summer Camp Guide on its website (Lowell.MacaroniKid.com) as a resource for parents who cannot attend the Camp Fair.
For a list of camps attending the Fair, please visit Macaroni KID Lowell at https://lowell.macaronikid.com. Exhibitor requests and other requests for information can be directed to barbarae@macaronikid.com or (978) 239-3038.
19 Carter Hosts Veg Group: Cooking with Plants!
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Saturday, February 7, 11:30am | Veg Group: Cooking with Plants!
This month guest speaker Tracy Zook will talk about plant foods and recipes especially delicious in February! Suggested donation: $5
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
This month guest speaker Tracy Zook will talk about plant foods and recipes especially delicious in February! Suggested donation: $5
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
NASHOBA SYMPHONIC BAND FEATURES TRUMPET RHAPSODY
When:
Where: Nashoba Regional High School, Route 117 in Bolton
The Nashoba Symphonic Band, under the direction of David Wayne Bailey continues its 10th Anniversary season on Saturday, February 7th at 2 pm in the auditorium of Nashoba Regional High School, Route 117 in Bolton MA (GPS says Green Road). The concert is entitled “On Your Toes,” with most of its selections related to forms of dance.
The program opens with the ragtime dance, Ragged Rozey by veteran band composer Karl L. King, and continues with Warren Benson's haunting Solitary Dancer, and the captivating Italian Polka by Sergei Rachmaninov, scored by Erik Leidzen for the world-famous Goldman Band.
The featured work on the program is the Rhapsody for Trumpet and Wind Orchestra by Armenian composer, Alexander Arutiunian, performed by the NSB first chair trumpet player, Joseph Cosgrove.
The second half of the program opens with Choreography by Robert Sheldon. Sheldon's Wolves of Nashoba, commissioned by NSB, was premiered in May of 2025.
The program concludes with a rousing set of Symphonic Dances from Jerry Bock's timeless “Fiddler on the Roof.”
For further information, contact David Bailey (baileydavidwayne@gmail.com),
Nashoba Symphonic Band is a program of the Nashoba Regional High School. It is supported in part by grants from Ashby, Berlin, Bolton, Lancaster, and Stow Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by the MA Cultural Council, a state agency.
All Nashoba Symphonic Band events are free and open to the public.
The program opens with the ragtime dance, Ragged Rozey by veteran band composer Karl L. King, and continues with Warren Benson's haunting Solitary Dancer, and the captivating Italian Polka by Sergei Rachmaninov, scored by Erik Leidzen for the world-famous Goldman Band.
The featured work on the program is the Rhapsody for Trumpet and Wind Orchestra by Armenian composer, Alexander Arutiunian, performed by the NSB first chair trumpet player, Joseph Cosgrove.
The second half of the program opens with Choreography by Robert Sheldon. Sheldon's Wolves of Nashoba, commissioned by NSB, was premiered in May of 2025.
The program concludes with a rousing set of Symphonic Dances from Jerry Bock's timeless “Fiddler on the Roof.”
For further information, contact David Bailey (baileydavidwayne@gmail.com),
Nashoba Symphonic Band is a program of the Nashoba Regional High School. It is supported in part by grants from Ashby, Berlin, Bolton, Lancaster, and Stow Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by the MA Cultural Council, a state agency.
All Nashoba Symphonic Band events are free and open to the public.
“The Elephant in The Room: A Prison With No Bars”
When:
Where: Acton
Join us for the local release of a collection of writings by community activists about resiliency when faced with extreme systemic and institutionalized social ills including incarceration, physical and mental abuse, and stigmatization. The book is a collection of an inspiring writings by 7 community activists. The authors, with the help of mentors, are survivors and now authors who have emerged from unconscionable circumstances to become community leaders and are sharing stories of their journeys.
Please join us on Saturday February 7th, 6-8 pm for an evening of discussion and readings. Daniel (Danny) Mckenzie, one of the 7 authors will be available onsite to sign books. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
Book Synopsis from the Publisher:
This book is a testament to the human spirit's determined will to
persevere. Whether you're facing your own uphill battles or simply
seeking inspiration, The Elephant in The Room; A Prison with No Bars
offers a beacon of hope, proving that transformation is within
everyone's reach. Embark on this empowering adventure today and start redefining what’s possible for you! There is a story in this book for
every reader!
Sponsored by the Windsor Institute's "(R)Evolutionaries Among Us" program dedicated to educating about how small as well as large acts can help us evolve as a society... The Windsor Institute is a non-profit dedicated to helping us all learn and share... More info: 24w.org
Please join us on Saturday February 7th, 6-8 pm for an evening of discussion and readings. Daniel (Danny) Mckenzie, one of the 7 authors will be available onsite to sign books. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
Book Synopsis from the Publisher:
This book is a testament to the human spirit's determined will to
persevere. Whether you're facing your own uphill battles or simply
seeking inspiration, The Elephant in The Room; A Prison with No Bars
offers a beacon of hope, proving that transformation is within
everyone's reach. Embark on this empowering adventure today and start redefining what’s possible for you! There is a story in this book for
every reader!
Sponsored by the Windsor Institute's "(R)Evolutionaries Among Us" program dedicated to educating about how small as well as large acts can help us evolve as a society... The Windsor Institute is a non-profit dedicated to helping us all learn and share... More info: 24w.org
Boxborough Minutemen Welcomes New Members February 7
When:
Where: 650 Massachusetts Ave Boxborough
The Boxborough Company of Minutemen is always looking for new members. The Company is holding its annual Wine and Cheese party for current members and prospective new members on Saturday February 7 at 7:00 pm. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org.
The Boxborough Minutemen Company is open to anyone of least 18 years of age, regardless of gender or town of residence, who is interested in service to the Town and/or perpetuating the memory of the Minutemen of 1775. You do not need to be a marcher or revolutionary war re-enactor to join the Company.
Our members may participate in any number of the Company's activities including marching in parades and town celebrations, organizing the annual Fifer's Day town festival, performing seasonal clean-ups on Route 111, sponsoring the Boy and Cub Scouts, providing volunteers to the FreeBee Market, community supper, and other service organizations, and participating in our various social functions. The Company also provides financial support to a variety of service organizations and sponsors a number of annual scholarships to Boxborough students who are continuing their education after high school.
All are welcome to come and make new connections with others.
For more information visit www.boxboroughminutemen.org.
The Boxborough Minutemen Company is open to anyone of least 18 years of age, regardless of gender or town of residence, who is interested in service to the Town and/or perpetuating the memory of the Minutemen of 1775. You do not need to be a marcher or revolutionary war re-enactor to join the Company.
Our members may participate in any number of the Company's activities including marching in parades and town celebrations, organizing the annual Fifer's Day town festival, performing seasonal clean-ups on Route 111, sponsoring the Boy and Cub Scouts, providing volunteers to the FreeBee Market, community supper, and other service organizations, and participating in our various social functions. The Company also provides financial support to a variety of service organizations and sponsors a number of annual scholarships to Boxborough students who are continuing their education after high school.
All are welcome to come and make new connections with others.
For more information visit www.boxboroughminutemen.org.
On Bleecker Street: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Saturday, February 7th
When:
Where: 1A North Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford Center for the Arts On Bleecker Street: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Saturday, February 7th at 7:30 pm. Led by Fred Krug and Brian Crane, this acclaimed cover band performs everything from greatest hits to deep cuts, all with stunning accuracy. Saturday, February 7th at 7:30 pm in the auditorium. Regular tickets $30, $25 for students and seniors.
ABOUT THE BAND: Fred Krug and Brian Crane met in high school over 30 years ago where they discovered a shared love of music in general, and of Simon & Garfunkel in particular. They have been singing together ever since. Krug and Crane have headlined multiple concerts-in-the park around the greater Susquehanna region (Danville, Lewisburg, Eagles mere). They have performed sold-out shows at the Booth Theater, and have entertained at standing-only private events at the Villages in Florida. Audiences have been delighted and moved by a tribute to the music that defined much of the folk music of the 60’s.
Facebook: Chelmsford Center for the Arts Instagram: @chelmsfordarts www.chelmsfordarts.org Chelmsford Center for the Arts | 1A North Road | Chelmsford, MA 01824
ABOUT THE BAND: Fred Krug and Brian Crane met in high school over 30 years ago where they discovered a shared love of music in general, and of Simon & Garfunkel in particular. They have been singing together ever since. Krug and Crane have headlined multiple concerts-in-the park around the greater Susquehanna region (Danville, Lewisburg, Eagles mere). They have performed sold-out shows at the Booth Theater, and have entertained at standing-only private events at the Villages in Florida. Audiences have been delighted and moved by a tribute to the music that defined much of the folk music of the 60’s.
Facebook: Chelmsford Center for the Arts Instagram: @chelmsfordarts www.chelmsfordarts.org Chelmsford Center for the Arts | 1A North Road | Chelmsford, MA 01824
Groton Grange Contra Dance February 7, 2026
When:
Where: 80 Champney Street, Groton
Groton Grange #7 invites you to our traditional New England Contra Dance on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 7:30 - 10:00 PM , at Historic Groton Grange Hall, 80 Champney Street. This will be an evening of live music and dancing with Groton's own Contra Banditos, along with caller Dudley Laufman, who will teach traditional New England style contra, square, and line dances to the beat of old time fiddle tunes. Beginners are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary.
Suggested donation at the door is $5.00 per person, children under 3 years old are free, and family maximum is $20. Made possible by a grant from the Town of Groton lecture Funds. Refreshments are provided. Bring your soft soled dancing shoes .
Parking allowed only on the Grange side of Champney St.
Suggested donation at the door is $5.00 per person, children under 3 years old are free, and family maximum is $20. Made possible by a grant from the Town of Groton lecture Funds. Refreshments are provided. Bring your soft soled dancing shoes .
Parking allowed only on the Grange side of Champney St.
More Funny at the PCA with Comedy Open Mic Night #3
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
The second of the season, the Parish Center for the Arts (PCA) is holding another Comedy Open Mic night on February 7 at 7:30pm! These mic nights are open to the public ($5 suggested donation), and all are welcome. You can bring your funny (if slots are available) and take the stage, or just come to watch (and laugh)! Each night will have different guest host; each night will have special guest comedians; and each night has 12 5-minute slots for local stand-up folks to sign up and present a set. It’ll be fun for all!
On February 7, we're excited to welcome host Wayne Russell! Wayne Russell is a stand-up comic based in Boston, known for his unique blend of everyday life humor and the oddities of life. He has been performing for over 20 years, drawing inspiration from his experiences and the weirdness in his life. Fans can catch Wayne Russell at various venues, including the Tupelo Music Hall, where he hosts a Valentine's Day show. His comedy showcases a mix of personal anecdotes and comedic observations, making him a beloved figure in the comedy scene.
Remaining Comedy Open Mic dates include June 20, 2026 with Jenni Fitz. For more information about the PCA's Comedy Open Mics, be it as an audience member or if you interested in a slot at the mic, email admin@pcawestford.org or visit pcawestford.org and click on Performances; Comedy! You can also find the PCA on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!
Ticket link: https://parisharts.square.site/shop/comedy/4MARKKLWR4LGVPZ4YHVLDAGW
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
On February 7, we're excited to welcome host Wayne Russell! Wayne Russell is a stand-up comic based in Boston, known for his unique blend of everyday life humor and the oddities of life. He has been performing for over 20 years, drawing inspiration from his experiences and the weirdness in his life. Fans can catch Wayne Russell at various venues, including the Tupelo Music Hall, where he hosts a Valentine's Day show. His comedy showcases a mix of personal anecdotes and comedic observations, making him a beloved figure in the comedy scene.
Remaining Comedy Open Mic dates include June 20, 2026 with Jenni Fitz. For more information about the PCA's Comedy Open Mics, be it as an audience member or if you interested in a slot at the mic, email admin@pcawestford.org or visit pcawestford.org and click on Performances; Comedy! You can also find the PCA on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!
Ticket link: https://parisharts.square.site/shop/comedy/4MARKKLWR4LGVPZ4YHVLDAGW
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Come see Boxborough’s Treasures
When:
Where: 575 Middle Road, Boxborough
The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road will be open from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday February 8. Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old). Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or if anyone wishes to arrange a private tour for a small group at a different time please call John Fallon at 978-264-0069.
19 Carter Hosts Armchair Traveler: Riding the Rails from Worcester to San Francisco
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Sunday, February 8, 2pm | Armchair Traveler: Riding the Rails from Worcester to San Francisco
Join Lee Tabor as he recounts a 4-day, 3-night trip on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited and the legendary California Zephyr from Worcester to San Francisco! Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Join Lee Tabor as he recounts a 4-day, 3-night trip on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited and the legendary California Zephyr from Worcester to San Francisco! Cost: Free!
Visit www.19Carter.org for tickets, registration + more info!
Winter Reflections: An Afternoon with Bach, Schubert and Brahms
When:
Where: 327 Concord Road, Sudbury
Escape the winter doldrums and experience a calming afternoon of music with the Friends of the Goodnow Library.The Friends are presenting a winter concert entitled Winter Reflections: An Afternoon with Bach, Schubert, and Brahms on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 3 PM at First Parish Church, 327 Concord Road, Sudbury.
The concert will feature performers from the New England Conservatory of Music. The performance will include Dylan Cohen (viola), Ravani Loushy Kay (violin), Eric Schindler (cello), and August Baik (piano).
Seating will be first come, first served. Free parking is available at First Parish Church or across the street behind Sudbury Town Hall.
In the event of inclement weather, please check www.friendsofgoodnow.org for updates.
This program is made possible by a generous bequest from Stella and Frank Ricciardi to the Friends of the Goodnow Library.
The concert will feature performers from the New England Conservatory of Music. The performance will include Dylan Cohen (viola), Ravani Loushy Kay (violin), Eric Schindler (cello), and August Baik (piano).
Seating will be first come, first served. Free parking is available at First Parish Church or across the street behind Sudbury Town Hall.
In the event of inclement weather, please check www.friendsofgoodnow.org for updates.
This program is made possible by a generous bequest from Stella and Frank Ricciardi to the Friends of the Goodnow Library.