Tom Denney Nature Camp Register Now!
When:
Where: 44 Flanagan Road, Bolton
Early Bird Discount for camp ends April 1, so parents should register ASAP for the discount.
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
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
Women's Money Matters Seeks Volunteers to Meet Growing Need for Financial Wellness Programs
When:
Where: Virtual Info Session
Women's Money Matters, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit that empowers women and girls living on low incomes to improve their financial health, is seeking volunteer coaches and presenters across Eastern Massachusetts to support a surge in demand for its free financial wellness programs. The nonprofit is recruiting volunteers in Middlesex, Suffolk, Essex, and Norfolk Counties as recent federal cuts to SNAP and Medicaid have left thousands of Massachusetts families without critical safety net support. In Massachusetts, nearly 1 in 9 women live in poverty, and for women of color, that number climbs to 1 in 5. Recent federal cuts to SNAP and Medicaid have compounded that stress.
Women's Money Matters offers free, group-based financial wellness programs that combine financial health workshops, peer support, and personalized one-to-one coaching. WMM's programs don't just provide financial concepts. They build the confidence and habits that lead to lasting change. It's not just about knowing how to manage money, but ultimately gaining confidence and feeling in control of your financial life.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Register now to learn more about volunteer opportunities:
For a full list of upcoming information sessions, visit: womensmoneymatters.org/upcoming-programs/upcoming-info-sessions/
To express interest in volunteering, contact Ariana Contreras at acontreras@womensmoneymatters.org or visit womensmoneymatters.org/volunteer-opportunities/.
Women's Money Matters offers free, group-based financial wellness programs that combine financial health workshops, peer support, and personalized one-to-one coaching. WMM's programs don't just provide financial concepts. They build the confidence and habits that lead to lasting change. It's not just about knowing how to manage money, but ultimately gaining confidence and feeling in control of your financial life.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Register now to learn more about volunteer opportunities:
- March 16 | 12:00–1:00 PM
- April 14 | 6:30–7:30 PM
- May 13 | 7:00–8:00 PM
For a full list of upcoming information sessions, visit: womensmoneymatters.org/upcoming-programs/upcoming-info-sessions/
To express interest in volunteering, contact Ariana Contreras at acontreras@womensmoneymatters.org or visit womensmoneymatters.org/volunteer-opportunities/.
Westborough Earth Day Town-Wide Litter Cleanup!
Sign-up: April 1-9, 2026
Cleanup: Week of April 11-18, 2026
When:
Where: Westborough
Join the annual town-wide litter clean-up sponsored by the Westborough Community Land Trust! Families and individuals go to https://westboroughlandtrust.org/earth-day-signup between April 1 and April 9 to sign up and choose an area to clean. Trash bags will be dropped off at participants’ homes by the 10th, or if necessary, you can arrange to pick up. Clean your chosen area any day or time before noon on April 18. Leave closed bags by the road in the area you cleaned, and they will be removed on April 18. Wear gloves, long pants, long sleeves, and sturdy shoes. The people and wildlife of Westborough will be grateful for your efforts!
For questions contact: earthday@westboroughlandtrust.org
For questions contact: earthday@westboroughlandtrust.org
Concord Art Presents: Homages
Curated by Crystalle Lacouture
April 2, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Curated by Crystalle Lacouture
April 2, 2026 - May 10, 2026
When:
Where: 37 Lexington Road, Concord
Concord, MA - Beginning Thursday, April 2, Concord Art presentsHomages, curated by Crystalle Lacouture. The exhibition will be on view through May 10. Homages brings together artists whose work honors the “masterworks” and historical movements that preceded them, or uses the act of tribute
to elevate the humble and everyday into something worthy of praise. There are memorials and remembrances, references to the Dutch masters and Joseph Cornell, to rock music and masterpieces, to feminist artists at the vanguard, to the stories we all share and the writers, thinkers, and movements that still move us today. There are also works that honor, elevate, and transform familiar and often humble, quotidian materials into the realm of art. In offering these tributes, the artists create a generously inclusive vision — one in which the work becomes a collaboration not only with the beholder, but with the very sources that inspired it. Together, maker, viewer, and muse become allies in deepening an intangible experience, adding a new contribution to the long, layered timeline of history.
Artists featured in this exhibition include Brett Angell, Willie Binnie, Jenny Brillhart, Hillary Doyle, Tory Fair, Emily Hass, Lu Heintz, Crystalle Lacouture, Limited Time Engagement (Caira Art Editions), Cathy Della Lucia, S. Billie Mandle, Dogwood Messer, Allison Reimus, Jill Slosburg-Ackerman, Zainab Sumu (Caira Art Editions), and Joe Wardwell.
A catalog of the exhibition will be available at Concord Art. For more information, contact Executive Director Kate James at katejames@concordart.org or Assistant Director Natalie Reiser at
nataliereiser@concordart.org. You may also call Concord Art at 978-369-2578.
About Concord Art:
Concord Center for the Visual Arts was founded a century ago by Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts, an American Impressionist and philanthropist whose mission—to promote and advance the visual arts and artists, and to sustain our cultural community—still stands today. Concord Art provides a place for contemporary art exhibitions and art education. Concord Art is located at 37 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742. Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 4:30pm, Sunday 12pm - 4pm
to elevate the humble and everyday into something worthy of praise. There are memorials and remembrances, references to the Dutch masters and Joseph Cornell, to rock music and masterpieces, to feminist artists at the vanguard, to the stories we all share and the writers, thinkers, and movements that still move us today. There are also works that honor, elevate, and transform familiar and often humble, quotidian materials into the realm of art. In offering these tributes, the artists create a generously inclusive vision — one in which the work becomes a collaboration not only with the beholder, but with the very sources that inspired it. Together, maker, viewer, and muse become allies in deepening an intangible experience, adding a new contribution to the long, layered timeline of history.
Artists featured in this exhibition include Brett Angell, Willie Binnie, Jenny Brillhart, Hillary Doyle, Tory Fair, Emily Hass, Lu Heintz, Crystalle Lacouture, Limited Time Engagement (Caira Art Editions), Cathy Della Lucia, S. Billie Mandle, Dogwood Messer, Allison Reimus, Jill Slosburg-Ackerman, Zainab Sumu (Caira Art Editions), and Joe Wardwell.
A catalog of the exhibition will be available at Concord Art. For more information, contact Executive Director Kate James at katejames@concordart.org or Assistant Director Natalie Reiser at
nataliereiser@concordart.org. You may also call Concord Art at 978-369-2578.
About Concord Art:
Concord Center for the Visual Arts was founded a century ago by Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts, an American Impressionist and philanthropist whose mission—to promote and advance the visual arts and artists, and to sustain our cultural community—still stands today. Concord Art provides a place for contemporary art exhibitions and art education. Concord Art is located at 37 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742. Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 4:30pm, Sunday 12pm - 4pm
ArtSpace Presents “Hats in Bloom”, an Exhibition of Artworks Inspired by Sculptural Hats
When:
Where: 15 Nason Street, Maynard
ArtSpace’s Barbara Erwin Gallery is pleased to announce Hats in Bloom, a unique exhibition that invited artists to begin not with a blank canvas, but with a hat. Featuring the imaginative designs of ArtSpace member and milliner Denise Shea of Denishé Hats, the exhibition explores how unexpected objects can ignite artistic creativity across a wide range of media.
To begin the creative process, twenty-one ArtSpace artists selected one of eight Denishé hats as their inspiration for a new artwork. Sometimes called “fascinators,” Shea’s hats are known for their sculptural forms, playful details, and whimsical personalities. Some artists echo the hats’ shape, while others draw from their color, texture, or the narratives they suggest. The resulting artworks reflect a rich diversity of interpretations through paintings, photography, ceramics, handmade books, collage, and prints. Displayed together, the hats and artworks present a compelling visual dialogue and a testament to creative transformation through craftsmanship and imagination.
Hats in Bloom is on view April 10-May 28, 2026. The ArtSpace Barbara Erwin Gallery is located at 15 Nason Street, Maynard, MA. Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 12-5pm. More information about ArtSpace programs and membership can be found at artspacema.org.
To begin the creative process, twenty-one ArtSpace artists selected one of eight Denishé hats as their inspiration for a new artwork. Sometimes called “fascinators,” Shea’s hats are known for their sculptural forms, playful details, and whimsical personalities. Some artists echo the hats’ shape, while others draw from their color, texture, or the narratives they suggest. The resulting artworks reflect a rich diversity of interpretations through paintings, photography, ceramics, handmade books, collage, and prints. Displayed together, the hats and artworks present a compelling visual dialogue and a testament to creative transformation through craftsmanship and imagination.
Hats in Bloom is on view April 10-May 28, 2026. The ArtSpace Barbara Erwin Gallery is located at 15 Nason Street, Maynard, MA. Hours: Wednesday and Thursday 10am-3pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 12-5pm. More information about ArtSpace programs and membership can be found at artspacema.org.
Saturday, April 11 & April 25 at 10am | Parody Playhouse
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
A dynamic music and movement program for ages 0-6 that supports early childhood development with parodies of iconic artists like The Beatles, Whitney Houston, and more! Every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month. Suggested donation: $5
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
FIRST CHURCH IN MARLBOROUGH 2026 SPRING RUMMAGE SALE
When:
Where: 37 High St. (at the corner of Bolton St./Rte. 85 and High St.) above Union Common, Marlborough
Women’s Fellowship of First Church in Marlborough, Congregational, UCC will hold its annual Spring Rummage Sale Friday night, April 17, from 5:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M. and Saturday morning, April 18, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon.
Saturday will be a $5.00 Bag Sale. Fill a paper grocery bag (provided by Women’s Fellowship) and pay just $5.00 for everything in it. There will be clothing for adults and children, shoes, purses, tote bags, kitchenware, bedroom and bathroom linens, home décor, knickknacks, toys, games, puzzles, and miscellaneous items. Stop by and look around. You may find something you sorely need or desperately want.
Have fun shopping for some amazing bargains!!
First Church, 37 High St. (at the corner of Bolton St./Rte. 85 and High St.) above Union Common in downtown Marlborough. Parking is free. There is a small lot on the church property and a municipal lot next to the church.
Saturday will be a $5.00 Bag Sale. Fill a paper grocery bag (provided by Women’s Fellowship) and pay just $5.00 for everything in it. There will be clothing for adults and children, shoes, purses, tote bags, kitchenware, bedroom and bathroom linens, home décor, knickknacks, toys, games, puzzles, and miscellaneous items. Stop by and look around. You may find something you sorely need or desperately want.
Have fun shopping for some amazing bargains!!
First Church, 37 High St. (at the corner of Bolton St./Rte. 85 and High St.) above Union Common in downtown Marlborough. Parking is free. There is a small lot on the church property and a municipal lot next to the church.
Chelmsford Annual Town-Wide Cleanup
When:
Where: Chelmsford
Let’s team up for our Annual Town-Wide Cleanup! Whether it’s your favorite local park, your own neighborhood, or a nearby recreation area, a little effort goes a long way in keeping our town pristine.
How to join: Grab your signature yellow bags at the DPW (9 Alpha Road) between April 13–24 during regular hours. Once you’re done, simply leave the bags at your curbside for pickup with your regular trash through May 1.
Ready to make a difference? Register online at https://tinyurl.com/bdfk6my8 or stop by the DPW. Questions? Reach out to our Sustainability Manager, Chris Haley, at 978-250-5203 or chaley@chelmsfordma.gov.
- When: Saturday, April 18 – Sunday, April 26
- Where: Any spot in Chelmsford that needs a little TLC!
- Safety First: Please wear bright colors and stay safe off the roadways.
How to join: Grab your signature yellow bags at the DPW (9 Alpha Road) between April 13–24 during regular hours. Once you’re done, simply leave the bags at your curbside for pickup with your regular trash through May 1.
Ready to make a difference? Register online at https://tinyurl.com/bdfk6my8 or stop by the DPW. Questions? Reach out to our Sustainability Manager, Chris Haley, at 978-250-5203 or chaley@chelmsfordma.gov.
Groton Grange#7 Annual Town-wide Clean-up
When:
Where: 145 Main St, Groton
Groton Grange#7 invites you to join us for our annual Town-wide Clean-up, on Saturday, April 18th, 9AM to 3PM, and Sunday, April 19th, 9AM to 1PM. We will have a table at Prescott Community Center on Main Street. You will be given trash bags and gloves there, dumpsters for trash at the rear of Prescott, courtesy of Groton Public Works Department. (Please do not bring house-hold trash).TLC will be held rain or shine.
Revolutionary War Epitaphs: Stories of the Old Burying Ground
When:
Where: 32-44 Hollis St, Groton
In an area full of memorable places, the Old Burying Ground offers a uniquely evocative experience. Add to that a touch of melancholy, with the sense of time passing and fallen heroes honored… One-hundred-and-five Revolutionary War Minutemen from Groton are interred within its intimate grounds, where generations of family names are etched into the lichened, moss-covered stones.
Cemetery Commissioner Don Black, will lead a tour of Groton’s Old Burying Ground on Saturday April 18 (rain date, Sunday; in the event of inclement weather then too, the event moves into the Legion Hall), from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the first of several free public events celebrating the War for Independence, hosted by the Groton History Center.
Refreshments and amenities at the Legion Hall. Look for the Revolutionary War cannon, pride of the Groton Museum, on display out front. Bonnie Carter and her grandson Devin will be on hand to share the cannon’s story – its capture from the British Warship Diana and centuries-long sojourn here.
Groton stands on the threshold of history. Few know this as well as Don Black, who has long served on the Park Commission, and is Chairman of the Commemoration and Celebration Committee for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. A font of knowledge, with a charming low-key delivery, Mr. Black has many stories to tell. When pressed for details about the cemetery tour, though, he smiled and said he likes to keep some things a surprise.
For information about the GHC, visit www.grotonhistory.org. Regular office hours at the Boutwell House, 172 Main Street, are Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with extended hours for drop-in visits and house tours (no appointment necessary) until 4 pm on Fridays. (For questions, email info@grotonhistory.com, or call 978-448-0092.)
Cemetery Commissioner Don Black, will lead a tour of Groton’s Old Burying Ground on Saturday April 18 (rain date, Sunday; in the event of inclement weather then too, the event moves into the Legion Hall), from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the first of several free public events celebrating the War for Independence, hosted by the Groton History Center.
Refreshments and amenities at the Legion Hall. Look for the Revolutionary War cannon, pride of the Groton Museum, on display out front. Bonnie Carter and her grandson Devin will be on hand to share the cannon’s story – its capture from the British Warship Diana and centuries-long sojourn here.
Groton stands on the threshold of history. Few know this as well as Don Black, who has long served on the Park Commission, and is Chairman of the Commemoration and Celebration Committee for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. A font of knowledge, with a charming low-key delivery, Mr. Black has many stories to tell. When pressed for details about the cemetery tour, though, he smiled and said he likes to keep some things a surprise.
For information about the GHC, visit www.grotonhistory.org. Regular office hours at the Boutwell House, 172 Main Street, are Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with extended hours for drop-in visits and house tours (no appointment necessary) until 4 pm on Fridays. (For questions, email info@grotonhistory.com, or call 978-448-0092.)
“Patriots’ Day Spirit” at the Faulkner Homestead, 5 High Street, Acton
Saturday, April 18, 1:00 and 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 1:00 and 5:00 p.m.
When:
Where: 5 High Street, Acton
Travel back in time with the Iron Work Farm to share the experience of two generations of Col. Francis Faulkner’s family on the first day of the American Revolution, when Acton’s West Militia marched from there to the Concord Bridge.
After the men left, the women and children gathered in the dooryard to cook food to be taken on horseback to the men later in the day. Come experience the virtues of authentic foods, join in games on the lawn, and meet the Minutemen!.
At about 5:15, the Acton Minutemen will reenact the arrival of the alarm rider bringing the news to Col. Faulkner of the British marching on Concord.
Parking is available on nearby public lots. www.ironworkfarm.org.
After the men left, the women and children gathered in the dooryard to cook food to be taken on horseback to the men later in the day. Come experience the virtues of authentic foods, join in games on the lawn, and meet the Minutemen!.
At about 5:15, the Acton Minutemen will reenact the arrival of the alarm rider bringing the news to Col. Faulkner of the British marching on Concord.
Parking is available on nearby public lots. www.ironworkfarm.org.
The World of Turtles with Sy Montgomery and Matt Patterson
When:
Where: 36 Arlington Street, in Nashua, NH
Join award-winning author Sy Montgomery and illustrator Matt Patterson for an engaging, family-friendly exploration of the fascinating world of turtles. This free public program on Saturday, April 18, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm, at the Arlington Street Community Center, 36 Arlington Street, in Nashua, NH, is presented by the Nashua River Watershed Association.
Drawing from the research behind their highly acclaimed books, Sy and Matt will share what they’ve learned about turtle behavior, habitats, and conservation, as well as the creative process of transforming field research into compelling stories and illustrations. Their 35 minute presentation will feature illustrations and insight into their research, followed by a Q&A session. Signed copies of their books will be available for purchase, with time for personalization and photos after the program. Guests can also explore turtle-themed information tables designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required; additional information, including parking details, will be provided upon registration. Register at www.nashuariverwatershed.org under Upcoming Programs, where you can also read more about Sy and Matt. For questions, please email chrisf@nashuariverwatershed.org.
Drawing from the research behind their highly acclaimed books, Sy and Matt will share what they’ve learned about turtle behavior, habitats, and conservation, as well as the creative process of transforming field research into compelling stories and illustrations. Their 35 minute presentation will feature illustrations and insight into their research, followed by a Q&A session. Signed copies of their books will be available for purchase, with time for personalization and photos after the program. Guests can also explore turtle-themed information tables designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required; additional information, including parking details, will be provided upon registration. Register at www.nashuariverwatershed.org under Upcoming Programs, where you can also read more about Sy and Matt. For questions, please email chrisf@nashuariverwatershed.org.
Transgender Rights 2026 Forum
When:
Where: 353 Great Rd, Stow
Sunday April 19, 1:30-3:30
FPC Fellowship Hall
Free and Open to the Public
Come learn how anti-trans laws in the US are impacting lives of transgender and non-binary folks and their loved ones, causing people to change states and even leave the country. Hear what our Mass legislators have been doing to protect trans rights, and potential future improvements.
Topics:
We are inviting questions and suggestions in advance - email them to lgbtqevents@fpc.groups.io
Come hear Senator Jamie Eldridge and a panel of experts and neighbors including:
Kelly Jenkins Schutzberg (Kelly’s Quest)
Skylar Kergil - singer/songwriter
A UU Pink Haven representative
Rebecca Minor - therapist and author of “Raising Trans Kids: What to Expect When You Did Not Expect This”
Trek Reef, First Parish Intern Minister, will MC the event.
Rebecca Minor will be available for book signing (with extra copies for sale)
FPC Fellowship Hall
Free and Open to the Public
Come learn how anti-trans laws in the US are impacting lives of transgender and non-binary folks and their loved ones, causing people to change states and even leave the country. Hear what our Mass legislators have been doing to protect trans rights, and potential future improvements.
Topics:
- Adult Bathroom Bans & Healthcare
- Youth: Medical Care, Schools, Sports, Forced Outing
- Identity Documents & Discrimination
- Risks to Educators, Medical Professionals, Medical Centers
- Relationship and Parental Recognition
- Supporting Trans Safety
We are inviting questions and suggestions in advance - email them to lgbtqevents@fpc.groups.io
Come hear Senator Jamie Eldridge and a panel of experts and neighbors including:
Kelly Jenkins Schutzberg (Kelly’s Quest)
Skylar Kergil - singer/songwriter
A UU Pink Haven representative
Rebecca Minor - therapist and author of “Raising Trans Kids: What to Expect When You Did Not Expect This”
Trek Reef, First Parish Intern Minister, will MC the event.
Rebecca Minor will be available for book signing (with extra copies for sale)
Sounds of Stow Chorus and Orchestra Performs Christopher Tin's "To Shiver the Sky"
When:
Where: 56 King St, Littleton
Sounds of Stow Chorus and Orchestra continues its 47th season on Sunday April 19, 2026 at
2:00 pm at Littleton High School performing the new England premier of Christopher
Tin's "To Shiver the Sky. " In his words "this is the story of flight: of humanity's quest to break
the bonds of earth, challenge the heavens, and take our rightful place among the stars."
The chorus and orchestra will be performing at the Littleton High School, on Sunday April 19,
2026, at 2:00 PM. This school has plenty of free parking close to the entrance. As this is the
start of school vacation week children under 18 accompanied by an adult will have free
admission! Visit soundsofstow.org for tickets and additional information.
We hope to see you all there for this exciting multimedia performance, as we reach once again
for space flight with the planned Artemis missions for a flyby to the moon with surface landings in the future.
2:00 pm at Littleton High School performing the new England premier of Christopher
Tin's "To Shiver the Sky. " In his words "this is the story of flight: of humanity's quest to break
the bonds of earth, challenge the heavens, and take our rightful place among the stars."
The chorus and orchestra will be performing at the Littleton High School, on Sunday April 19,
2026, at 2:00 PM. This school has plenty of free parking close to the entrance. As this is the
start of school vacation week children under 18 accompanied by an adult will have free
admission! Visit soundsofstow.org for tickets and additional information.
We hope to see you all there for this exciting multimedia performance, as we reach once again
for space flight with the planned Artemis missions for a flyby to the moon with surface landings in the future.
Liberty Square Patriot's Day Ceremony
When:
Where: corner of Taylor Street and Hill Road, Littleton
Commemorate Littleton's participation in the April 19, 1775 by joining the Historical Commission on Sunday, April 19 at 7pm at Liberty Square at the corner of Taylor Street and Hill Road. This short ceremony will memorialize the activities of the day and the fight our townsmen proudly joined. Words from Select Board and Commission representatives, a volley by the Boxborough Minuteman, and a soulful playing of Taps will set the tone. The ceremony typically lasts no more than 20 minutes, come and take a minute to reflect on what that day meant to the country as we know it today. Only heavy rain will postpone the ceremony.
Sounds of Stow Open Rehearsals: Mondays April 20 & 27
When:
Where: 353 Great Road, Stow
The Sounds of Stow Chorus invites singers in all voice parts to join them for open rehearsals for our June 7 concert, Sail Away: Songs from the Salt Sea.
The program, directed by Christina Kennedy, is a lively and evocative journey across the sea— featuring folk traditions and choral works that capture the motion, mystery, and spirit of life on and in the water. The Sounds of Stow Chorus will be joined by The Artemis Circle Choral Project for a shared program of rich and varied repertoire.
We are also delighted to welcome guest musicians Keith Murphy and Becky Tracy, who will offer their own sets of traditional music and lead the audience in a spirited sea chantey singalong.
This concert will support a nonprofit organization connected to ocean, coastal, or environmental stewardship (to be announced).
We welcome singers who are able to learn the music, blend with their section, and enjoy making music in a focused, collaborative setting.
Open Rehearsals (Come Sing With Us!) at First Parish, 353 Great Road, Stow
Monday, April 20 at 7:00 PM
Monday, April 27 at 7:00 PM
These rehearsals are a chance to experience the ensemble, meet the singers, and explore the repertoire before committing.
Regular rehearsals continue on Monday nights through the concert date of June 7, 2026.
The program, directed by Christina Kennedy, is a lively and evocative journey across the sea— featuring folk traditions and choral works that capture the motion, mystery, and spirit of life on and in the water. The Sounds of Stow Chorus will be joined by The Artemis Circle Choral Project for a shared program of rich and varied repertoire.
We are also delighted to welcome guest musicians Keith Murphy and Becky Tracy, who will offer their own sets of traditional music and lead the audience in a spirited sea chantey singalong.
This concert will support a nonprofit organization connected to ocean, coastal, or environmental stewardship (to be announced).
We welcome singers who are able to learn the music, blend with their section, and enjoy making music in a focused, collaborative setting.
Open Rehearsals (Come Sing With Us!) at First Parish, 353 Great Road, Stow
Monday, April 20 at 7:00 PM
Monday, April 27 at 7:00 PM
These rehearsals are a chance to experience the ensemble, meet the singers, and explore the repertoire before committing.
Regular rehearsals continue on Monday nights through the concert date of June 7, 2026.
Boxborough Minutemen 2026 Patriots’ Day Activities
When:
Where: 575 Middle Road, Boxborough
On Monday April 20, the Boxborough Minutemen Company will convene at 6:30 a.m. outside the Boxborough Museum, 575 Middle Road, to commemorate the events of the original Patriots’ Day. The Museum is located at the edge of Boxborough’s Old Town Center Historic District where some of the original Minutemen from what became Boxborough mustered on April 19, 1775.
The list of company officers is confirmed by a drumhead election. This is an old tradition whereby minutemen company members indicate their approval by tapping on the company bass drum. The company cannon is fired to announce that the company is ready to meet the enemy. There is a short march to Boxborough North Cemetery for a commemorative musket volley after which the names of men from Boxborough who joined in the battle on April 19, 1775 are read out. At 7:30 a.m., the Boxborough Minutemen Company will take a bus to Concord where it will march in the anniversary parade.
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. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org
The list of company officers is confirmed by a drumhead election. This is an old tradition whereby minutemen company members indicate their approval by tapping on the company bass drum. The company cannon is fired to announce that the company is ready to meet the enemy. There is a short march to Boxborough North Cemetery for a commemorative musket volley after which the names of men from Boxborough who joined in the battle on April 19, 1775 are read out. At 7:30 a.m., the Boxborough Minutemen Company will take a bus to Concord where it will march in the anniversary parade.
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. For information please contact Captain Rich Grady at captain@boxboroughminutemen.org or Lieutenant Tim Blankenship at lieutenant@boxboroughminutemen.org
From Sheep to Shop: A Hands-On History Adventure
When:
Where: 40 Byam Road, Chelmsford
Join the Chelmsford Historical Society and the Tsongas Industrial History Center for a special April vacation event that brings the past to life! “From Sheep to Shop: A Hands-On History Adventure” is a family-friendly program that explores the fascinating journey of fiber, tracing the path from raw wool to finished fabric.
This event will take place on Tuesday, April 21 at the Barrett-Byam Homestead, 40 Byam Road, Chelmsford. Drop in anytime between 12-3pm. It is free and open to families and children ages 6 and up, but please RSVP to info@chelmhist.org in advance so we have an approximate count of attendees.
Step back in time as you rotate through interactive stations led by museum teachers:
Every young historian will also receive a take-home cardboard loom and materials to continue their weaving journey at home. It’s a perfect blend of local heritage, industrial ingenuity, and creative fun!
https://chelmhist.org/
This event will take place on Tuesday, April 21 at the Barrett-Byam Homestead, 40 Byam Road, Chelmsford. Drop in anytime between 12-3pm. It is free and open to families and children ages 6 and up, but please RSVP to info@chelmhist.org in advance so we have an approximate count of attendees.
Step back in time as you rotate through interactive stations led by museum teachers:
- The Prep Work: Get hands-on with wool carding and see how raw fleece becomes soft, workable fiber.
- The Spin & Weave: Watch live demonstrations of traditional drop spinning and weaving techniques.
- Be the Maker: Children can "try their hand" at the craft by practicing on table looms.
- Shop: Imagine what the past was like as you visit the Chelmsford Historical Society’s spinning and weaving artifacts and General Store exhibit.
Every young historian will also receive a take-home cardboard loom and materials to continue their weaving journey at home. It’s a perfect blend of local heritage, industrial ingenuity, and creative fun!
https://chelmhist.org/
EARTH DAY OPEN STREETS & GREENWAYS EVENT
When:
Where: MACPHERSON ROAD, DEVENS
Wednesday, April 22, from 2-6PM on MACPHERSON ROAD, DEVENS
Whether you run, bike, hike, roll, scoot, or stroll this is your dedicated, safe space for Earth Day play in a beautiful natural area!
Ayer, Devens, and the Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge will again host the Open Street and Greenway Earth Day Event on Wednesday, April 22nd, from 2pm-6pm on MacPherson Road. This will be the 5th annual open streets event, celebrating Earth Day by opening the streets to people for recreational activities and the opportunity to experience the beautiful Wild and Scenic Nashua River and Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge in a safe and peaceful manner.
The event will be on MacPherson Road in Devens, accessible from Bishop Road in Ayer, MA. There will be no access from West Main Street. Feel free to bring any manner of non-motorized wheels—bicycles, scooters, skateboards, etc. Picnics are also welcome; however, no food or drinks will be sold at the event. Please carry in and carry out all trash.
Displays will be set up and tours will start from the intersection where Bishop and MacPherson Roads meet. There will be guided walks featuring local trails, birds, and a pollinator meadow, as well as nearly 20 environmental organizations offering information and activities for visitors of all ages. A hands on activities such as bird box making, mural painting, and a nature-based scavenger hunt will also be offered.
This year as part of the Devens Climate Resiliency Project (MVP 2.0), team members will be conducting outreach at the festival to learn about community concerns in preparation of utilizing a state grant to address community issues and increase community resiliency. To participate in the survey, visit https://tinyurl.com/DevensMVPSurvey.
You can choose your level of activity, you may come get active and count your steps or sit, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the Nashua River and Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge. Either way, this is an opportunity to take a break, unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. See this natural local treasure from a new vantage point and demonstrate how nice it is to leave the car behind and get around the city on foot or bike.
See https://www.devensec.com/news.html for information and updates or contact bethsuedmeyer@devensec.com. See also our partner websites: Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge https://www.fws.gov/refuge/oxbow and Nashua Rivers Wild and Scenic Stewardship Council https://www.wildandscenicnashuarivers.org/.
Whether you run, bike, hike, roll, scoot, or stroll this is your dedicated, safe space for Earth Day play in a beautiful natural area!
Ayer, Devens, and the Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge will again host the Open Street and Greenway Earth Day Event on Wednesday, April 22nd, from 2pm-6pm on MacPherson Road. This will be the 5th annual open streets event, celebrating Earth Day by opening the streets to people for recreational activities and the opportunity to experience the beautiful Wild and Scenic Nashua River and Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge in a safe and peaceful manner.
The event will be on MacPherson Road in Devens, accessible from Bishop Road in Ayer, MA. There will be no access from West Main Street. Feel free to bring any manner of non-motorized wheels—bicycles, scooters, skateboards, etc. Picnics are also welcome; however, no food or drinks will be sold at the event. Please carry in and carry out all trash.
Displays will be set up and tours will start from the intersection where Bishop and MacPherson Roads meet. There will be guided walks featuring local trails, birds, and a pollinator meadow, as well as nearly 20 environmental organizations offering information and activities for visitors of all ages. A hands on activities such as bird box making, mural painting, and a nature-based scavenger hunt will also be offered.
This year as part of the Devens Climate Resiliency Project (MVP 2.0), team members will be conducting outreach at the festival to learn about community concerns in preparation of utilizing a state grant to address community issues and increase community resiliency. To participate in the survey, visit https://tinyurl.com/DevensMVPSurvey.
You can choose your level of activity, you may come get active and count your steps or sit, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the Nashua River and Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge. Either way, this is an opportunity to take a break, unplug from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with our natural surroundings. See this natural local treasure from a new vantage point and demonstrate how nice it is to leave the car behind and get around the city on foot or bike.
See https://www.devensec.com/news.html for information and updates or contact bethsuedmeyer@devensec.com. See also our partner websites: Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge https://www.fws.gov/refuge/oxbow and Nashua Rivers Wild and Scenic Stewardship Council https://www.wildandscenicnashuarivers.org/.
Clean Energy SCHOOL Tour: Acton’s Boardwalk Campus
When:
Where: 75 Spruce St., Acton
This Earth Day, join us for a tour of Acton’s award-winning Gates and Douglas School, known as the Boardwalk Campus. Drawing on geothermal power (ground source heat pumps) and utilizing other special technologies, this school has blown past all its energy-saving predictions. In 2024, Acton-Boxborough Regional School District was the only school system in the state to win a Mass Save “Climate Leaders Across Massachusetts” award. The award called out the Boardwalk Campus for demonstrating “excellence in reducing environmental impact and associated costs, fostering the health and well-being of students and staff, and implementing effective interdisciplinary sustainability education that incorporates STEM education, civic skills, and green career paths.” The building has also won six other awards for design and energy innovations. Last year the school district received a $500,000 award from the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources for continued clean energy work. Schools Energy Manager Kate Crosby will share all the cool details about the Boardwalk School and how efficient new technology can be. Nibbles, brief talk, and tour, sponsored by EnergizeActon.org and Mothers Out Front Acton. Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/clean-energy-school-tour/
Heat Pumps 101
When:
Where: Zoom
Acton: Bob Zogg, co-founder of the HeatSmart Alliance, and Kit Wu, of the Laminar Collective, share their great knowledge of home heat pumps and pricing. Find out about air source and ground source heat pumps for improved energy efficiency, air quality, home comfort, and low emissions. Plus, learn about significant Mass Save incentives. Sponsored by MassEnergize.org and EnergizeActon.org. Info and registration at https://energizeacton.org/event/heat-pumps-101/.
Go Heat Pump: Incentives & Quotes Explained
Learn, ask questions, and find out how incentives can help you make the switch
Learn, ask questions, and find out how incentives can help you make the switch
When:
Where: Zoom
You may have heard more people in Massachusetts talking about heat pumps—and for good reason. Heat pumps are an efficient, all-electric system that can heat and cool your home while lowering emissions and improving comfort year-round.
Here’s why heat pumps are gaining popularity across Massachusetts:
Heating and cooling in one efficient system
Heat pumps provide both heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. They’re highly efficient, even in cold New England temperatures, and can help lower your energy use.
Lower emissions and a cleaner energy future
Heating with fossil fuels is one of the largest sources of climate pollution in Massachusetts. Switching to heat pumps helps reduce your home’s carbon footprint and supports the state’s transition to clean electricity.
Comfort, safety, and better indoor air quality
Heat pumps don’t burn fuel inside your home, which means no on-site combustion and fewer indoor air pollutants. They also provide steady, even heating and cooling.
Incentives can cover thousands of dollars
Programs like Mass Save offer generous rebates, 0% interest financing, and support to help make heat pumps more affordable. Additional programs through organizations like the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center may also be available.
Curious if heat pumps are right for you
Join our webinar to learn how heat pumps work, compare costs, explore available incentives, and learn how to get quotes from trusted installers.
April 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Register: bit.ly/heat-pumps-101
Together, we can create more comfortable homes and a cleaner energy future for our communities.
Here’s why heat pumps are gaining popularity across Massachusetts:
Heating and cooling in one efficient system
Heat pumps provide both heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. They’re highly efficient, even in cold New England temperatures, and can help lower your energy use.
Lower emissions and a cleaner energy future
Heating with fossil fuels is one of the largest sources of climate pollution in Massachusetts. Switching to heat pumps helps reduce your home’s carbon footprint and supports the state’s transition to clean electricity.
Comfort, safety, and better indoor air quality
Heat pumps don’t burn fuel inside your home, which means no on-site combustion and fewer indoor air pollutants. They also provide steady, even heating and cooling.
Incentives can cover thousands of dollars
Programs like Mass Save offer generous rebates, 0% interest financing, and support to help make heat pumps more affordable. Additional programs through organizations like the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center may also be available.
Curious if heat pumps are right for you
Join our webinar to learn how heat pumps work, compare costs, explore available incentives, and learn how to get quotes from trusted installers.
April 22, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Register: bit.ly/heat-pumps-101
Together, we can create more comfortable homes and a cleaner energy future for our communities.
Hurricane Helene's Dangerous Warning Documentary April 22
When:
Where: 48 Main St, Westford
Westford Climate Action and Westford’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee are sponsoring a special free screening of PBS’s Frontline documentary, “Hurricane Helene’s Dangerous Warning." It will be shown on Wednesday, April 22, Earth Day, at 7: 30 p.m. at the First Parish Church United, Main Street, Westford.
After the film, Mike Berlinski, Chair of Westford’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee, will lead a discussion of what Westford is doing to address global warming and what we can do to help.
Hurricane Helene was a wake-up call. It ripped across six states in September 2024 with 250 fatalities, the highest total in North Carolina.
Join us this Earth Day for a compelling look at why the U.S. is increasingly vulnerable to climate-related storms. Drawing on a decade of reporting from PBS Frontline and NPR, this film explores the challenges we face in an era of intensifying weather issues.
Donations will be gratefully accepted. Refreshments will be served.
After the film, Mike Berlinski, Chair of Westford’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee, will lead a discussion of what Westford is doing to address global warming and what we can do to help.
Hurricane Helene was a wake-up call. It ripped across six states in September 2024 with 250 fatalities, the highest total in North Carolina.
Join us this Earth Day for a compelling look at why the U.S. is increasingly vulnerable to climate-related storms. Drawing on a decade of reporting from PBS Frontline and NPR, this film explores the challenges we face in an era of intensifying weather issues.
Donations will be gratefully accepted. Refreshments will be served.
Thrifting Market at Memorial Church in Sudbury April 23-25
When:
Where: 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury
On Thursday April 23 from 5-8, Friday April 24 from 9-5 and Saturday April 25 from 9-1 Memorial Congregational Church is holding its semi-annual Thrifting Market where we sell gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and linens. There will be lots of clothing for people of all ages. All items are carefully organized making shopping very easy. Good quality clothing at rock bottom prices! Pay with cash, check or Venmo!
On Saturday you will find even more bargains as all items will sell at half price!
Memorial Church is located at 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury. For questions or additional information, please call 978-443-3885.
On Saturday you will find even more bargains as all items will sell at half price!
Memorial Church is located at 26 Concord Rd (across from Goodnow Library) in Sudbury. For questions or additional information, please call 978-443-3885.
New England Folk Festival April 24-26, 2026
When:
Where: 181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough
The New England Folk Festival Association (NEFFA) is a non-profit educational and cultural organization promoting folk arts and traditions in New England and elsewhere. Every April, for 8 decades, NEFFA runs the New England Folk Festival which blends dance, music, crafts, family activities, and food. The 2026 Festival is on April 24-26 at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center, 181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA 01752
The Festival is unique because not only are there concerts and performances, but there are also opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage directly with music, dance, and folk arts culture. There is music everywhere! You will find jam sessions, instrument workshops, group singing (sea shanties!), and traditional music throughout the Festival. The Festival is also known for its varied social dance program, which includes: Contra and Traditional Square Dance, International Folk Dance, Waltz, English Country, Scandinavian, and more. There are plenty of introductory workshops, and sessions geared towards intermediate and advanced dancers.
NEFFA is offering special reduced rate “Festival Sampler Tickets” to introduce the festival to a wider audience.
Please spread the word! The NEFFA Sampler tickets ($10; kids under 8 are free) are a great way to explore some of what the New England Folk Festival has to offer. Shop at the Festival Marketplace, watch traditional dances from around the world, and experience folk music, relax with your kids in the Family Activities Area, then enjoy a snack from the food vendors while watching traditional Morris dance performances. Sampler tickets admission will be available on Saturday April 26th from 11AM-4PM and all day Sunday April 26th. More information at https://www.neffa.org/festival-sampler/
The Festival is unique because not only are there concerts and performances, but there are also opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage directly with music, dance, and folk arts culture. There is music everywhere! You will find jam sessions, instrument workshops, group singing (sea shanties!), and traditional music throughout the Festival. The Festival is also known for its varied social dance program, which includes: Contra and Traditional Square Dance, International Folk Dance, Waltz, English Country, Scandinavian, and more. There are plenty of introductory workshops, and sessions geared towards intermediate and advanced dancers.
NEFFA is offering special reduced rate “Festival Sampler Tickets” to introduce the festival to a wider audience.
Please spread the word! The NEFFA Sampler tickets ($10; kids under 8 are free) are a great way to explore some of what the New England Folk Festival has to offer. Shop at the Festival Marketplace, watch traditional dances from around the world, and experience folk music, relax with your kids in the Family Activities Area, then enjoy a snack from the food vendors while watching traditional Morris dance performances. Sampler tickets admission will be available on Saturday April 26th from 11AM-4PM and all day Sunday April 26th. More information at https://www.neffa.org/festival-sampler/
Bioblitz! Nature of Acton and Boxborough 2026
When:
Where: Acton/Boxborough
When: April 24th-May 4th, Anytime
Where: Acton/Boxborough yards, parks, and conservation areas
Acton: This is a community science effort through the iNaturalist app where you take photos, post them to iNaturalist, and help document biodiversity in our area. Use this challenge as an excuse to explore some of the 2000 beautiful acres of conservation land in our area. At the same time, you will help scientists better understand the health of local ecosystems. We are trying to break last year’s totals of 26 participants, 1000 observations, and 500 species. This Bioblitz is a collaboration of people from the Acton Conservation Trust, the Boxborough Conservation Trust, Energize Acton, the Town of Acton Sustainability Office, and AB STEAM, along with individuals from Green Acton, Acton Men’s Outdoor Club, Congregation Beth Elohim and the Discovery Museum. See you in the woods or fields! For more information and instructions on how to sign up with iNaturalist, go to
https://energizeacton.org/event/bioblitz-nature-of-acton-and-boxborough-2026/.
Where: Acton/Boxborough yards, parks, and conservation areas
Acton: This is a community science effort through the iNaturalist app where you take photos, post them to iNaturalist, and help document biodiversity in our area. Use this challenge as an excuse to explore some of the 2000 beautiful acres of conservation land in our area. At the same time, you will help scientists better understand the health of local ecosystems. We are trying to break last year’s totals of 26 participants, 1000 observations, and 500 species. This Bioblitz is a collaboration of people from the Acton Conservation Trust, the Boxborough Conservation Trust, Energize Acton, the Town of Acton Sustainability Office, and AB STEAM, along with individuals from Green Acton, Acton Men’s Outdoor Club, Congregation Beth Elohim and the Discovery Museum. See you in the woods or fields! For more information and instructions on how to sign up with iNaturalist, go to
https://energizeacton.org/event/bioblitz-nature-of-acton-and-boxborough-2026/.
Acton Earth Week MiniFest
When:
Where: The Red House, 468 Main St (parking at Town Hall), Acton
Crafts, Live Animals, Free Seedlings, Tree Planting, & Storytime
Princeton Arts presents “Documentary Filmmaking”, a lecture by Michael Singh
When:
Where: 206 Worcester Road, Princeton
Princeton Arts presents “Documentary Filmmaking”, a lecture by Michael Singh, on Friday, April 24, 7-8 p.m. at the Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Road, Princeton.
Michael’s presentation will include short clips from some of his award-winning documentary films. Listening to his explanations, viewers will learn how he turns raw footage into storylines. Examples will include excerpts from a "medical reality" episode he produced and wrote for the Discovery Channel; a controversial “essay film” on Islamophobia in Hollywood; and an autobiographical work-in-progress. He will end with five tips on how best to shoot with a smart phone, a tool even Hollywood directors are now using.
Michael’s presentation will include short clips from some of his award-winning documentary films. Listening to his explanations, viewers will learn how he turns raw footage into storylines. Examples will include excerpts from a "medical reality" episode he produced and wrote for the Discovery Channel; a controversial “essay film” on Islamophobia in Hollywood; and an autobiographical work-in-progress. He will end with five tips on how best to shoot with a smart phone, a tool even Hollywood directors are now using.
Friday, April 24 at 7:30pm | Stories and Poems
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
Join the Worcester Writers' Collective for an evening of storytelling, short stories, and poetry featuring more than a dozen regional writers and performers! Tickets: $15 - purchase at 19Carter.org
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
Stow Scout Fundraiser April 25th
When:
Where: 55 Hartley Road, Stow
Scout Recycling, Electronics AND Paper Shredding FUNDRAISER events on Saturday, April 25th at Hale School 55 Hartley Road in Stow from 8:30 AM to 1 PM. PLEASE NOTE: Paper Shredding truck will only be onsite from 10:30 AM to 1 PM but documents can be dropped off before then. Please visit our website at http://www.troop1stow.net for pricing structure. We can also be contacted at 978-212-9175. Drive up service and payment is by Credit Card only. 100% of net proceeds go to supporting the Scouts of Troop 1 Stow. OPEN to anyone to attend.
Arbor Day Celebration at Memorial Park
When:
Where: Memorial Park, Maynard
Join the Maynard Tree Committee, the Maynard Tree Corps, and the Maynard Department of Public Works for an Arbor Day celebration at Memorial Park on Saturday, April 25, featuring a dedication of our Downtown Arboretum—a newly accredited, street based collection of primarily native trees that enhances Maynard’s civic spaces, supports local wildlife, improves air quality, and serves as a living classroom with educational tags and interpretive signage. Enjoy coffee and pastries from Gilly’s Throwback Snacks (donated by Smith & Finley Homes) from 9:30–10:00 AM, hear guest speakers including Mike Stevens at 10:00 AM, watch a tree planting demonstration at 10:30 AM, and pick up your free tree at 11:00 AM. Reserve your tree here: https://forms.gle/6mfZQ2qfB6UKuCrh7. Questions? Email Lizza Smith at Lizza@kw.com. We’d love to see you there!
WESTON, MA WALK
When:
Where: 87 School Street, Weston
SATURDAY, April 25th– The Walk 'n Mass Volkssport Club invites walkers to complete a 5km
or 10km (3.1 or 6.2 mile) walk route in Weston, MA. This is a walk-at-your-own pace, just-for-fun
event “in your own backyard.”
The start point is the Weston Public Library, 87 School Street, Weston, MA 02493. Register
and begin walking between 10:30-12:30. Finish by 4 p.m. There is a $4 participation fee per
person. Donations are accepted. The 5km and 10km routes are on mostly flat and paved
surfaces.The trail would be doable for strollers but difficult for wheelchairs due to the trail
through the woods, a short grassy path, and uneven pavement in some places.
The 10km route consists of the 5km route with 2 loops branching off the 5km route. Except
for one stretch of the 10km route following a trail through some woods and another short, steep
path joining the rail trail, both routes are on sidewalks and the rail trail passing some historic
buildings, residential areas with large homes and tree-filled spaces. Both the 10km and 5km
routes continue and exit onto Concord Rd to complete the route through the center of Weston.
Walkers will pass the fieldstone First Parish Church and the Colonial Revival-style Weston
Town Hall, a fire station built in 1914 the town’s original library built in 1899 and now the home of
Weston Art & Innovation Center as well as the Weston Media Center.
Volkssporting events sponsored by Walk 'n Mass Volkssport Club promote fun, fitness and
friendship through non-competitive walking and biking. There is also an achievement awards
program through the American Volkssport Association (AVA). For further information contact
Marianne at (339)-204-3700. You may also contact www.walknmass.org for this event and
future events.
or 10km (3.1 or 6.2 mile) walk route in Weston, MA. This is a walk-at-your-own pace, just-for-fun
event “in your own backyard.”
The start point is the Weston Public Library, 87 School Street, Weston, MA 02493. Register
and begin walking between 10:30-12:30. Finish by 4 p.m. There is a $4 participation fee per
person. Donations are accepted. The 5km and 10km routes are on mostly flat and paved
surfaces.The trail would be doable for strollers but difficult for wheelchairs due to the trail
through the woods, a short grassy path, and uneven pavement in some places.
The 10km route consists of the 5km route with 2 loops branching off the 5km route. Except
for one stretch of the 10km route following a trail through some woods and another short, steep
path joining the rail trail, both routes are on sidewalks and the rail trail passing some historic
buildings, residential areas with large homes and tree-filled spaces. Both the 10km and 5km
routes continue and exit onto Concord Rd to complete the route through the center of Weston.
Walkers will pass the fieldstone First Parish Church and the Colonial Revival-style Weston
Town Hall, a fire station built in 1914 the town’s original library built in 1899 and now the home of
Weston Art & Innovation Center as well as the Weston Media Center.
Volkssporting events sponsored by Walk 'n Mass Volkssport Club promote fun, fitness and
friendship through non-competitive walking and biking. There is also an achievement awards
program through the American Volkssport Association (AVA). For further information contact
Marianne at (339)-204-3700. You may also contact www.walknmass.org for this event and
future events.
Free Friendship Dinner at
Hudson First United Methodist Church
When:
Where: 34 Felton Street, Hudson
On Saturday, April 25th, at 500pm, the First United Methodist Church of Hudson will be offering its FREE Friendship Dinner, prepared and served by our marvelous kitchen cooking staff. The menu this month features Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast, mashed potatoes and carrots, salad and dessert. Our dinners have been a staple in the Hudson and surrounding communities, for many years…a true testament to how popular and delicious they are so we have a reputation to live up to! Enjoy eating your meal in our dining room or ask for your dinner to go. Please put this in your calendars and plan on dining with us soon!
Bring your family or come solo, invite some friends and neighbors for an evening of great tasting food, laughter and fellowship.
Friendship Dinners are served the fourth Saturday of every month and are free and open to everyone.
Bring your family or come solo, invite some friends and neighbors for an evening of great tasting food, laughter and fellowship.
Friendship Dinners are served the fourth Saturday of every month and are free and open to everyone.
First United Methodist Church is located over the hill off the Hudson Rotary at 34 Felton Street.
More information is available at 978-562-2932 or at our website http://www.hudsonfumc@gmail.com
Saturday, April 25 at 7pm til whenever | House Show
When:
Where: 19 Carter St, Bolton
A casual night of vibing for 20 and 30-yr-olds. Bring your friends and come hang! We’ll have games, couches, some snacks, and live music. Bring your own food and drink. Music starts 8:30pm. Tickets: $10 or pay what you can
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
19 Carter in Berlin
Visit https://19carter.org/ for tickets, registration + more info!
John and Owen Taylor Grave Rededication
When:
Where: Beach Street, Marlborough
John and Owen Taylor Grave Rededication hosted by the Willie Grout Camp #25 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. This event will take place April 26th at 10AM at the Immaculate Conception Cemetary in Marlborough. John Taylor was a member of the 33rd Massachusetts Infantry, and Owen Taylor was a member of the 28th Massachusetts Infantry.
Chamber Guitarist Dave McLellan at the PCA April 26
When:
Where: 10 Lincoln Street, Westford
A concert and collaborative chamber music guitarist since 1976, Dave McLellan has performed throughout the U.S., South America, Great Britain, and Europe, and will be taking the stage at the Parish Center for the Arts (10 Lincoln Street) on Sunday, April 26 at 4pm (doors open at 3:30pm). Tickets range from $5 to $20 in advance, and will be $25 at the door (if available). Seating will be in recital format. Advance reservations are recommended. Visit pcawestford.org to reserve your seats.
Dave McLellan has appeared in major concert halls such as Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and Wigmore Hall (London). Music Minus One recording artist, NEA grant recipient, Concerts Atlantique competition winner, McLellan has collaborated with Neil Anderson (Anderson-McLellan Guitar Duo), the late guitarist/composers Frank Wallace and Edward Flower, guitarist Peter Clemente, flutist Tracy Kraus (Worcester Chamber Music Society), sopranos Rebecca Grimes and Rebekah Alexander, mezzo Emily Marvosh, violinist Emil Altschuler, cellist Seth MacLeod and with many professional and community choral groups. Dave is a former faculty member of The Hartt School, University of Connecticut, Performing Arts Center MetroWest and the Artist in Residence program in Harvard. He currently maintains a small selective private studio for intermediate and advanced classical guitar students. Learn more about Dave McClellan at davemclellanguitar.com!
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/4-26-26-dave-mclellan-classical-guitar-series-/EGEO3FTLSRQEDGPE66UCS4SW
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Dave McLellan has appeared in major concert halls such as Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and Wigmore Hall (London). Music Minus One recording artist, NEA grant recipient, Concerts Atlantique competition winner, McLellan has collaborated with Neil Anderson (Anderson-McLellan Guitar Duo), the late guitarist/composers Frank Wallace and Edward Flower, guitarist Peter Clemente, flutist Tracy Kraus (Worcester Chamber Music Society), sopranos Rebecca Grimes and Rebekah Alexander, mezzo Emily Marvosh, violinist Emil Altschuler, cellist Seth MacLeod and with many professional and community choral groups. Dave is a former faculty member of The Hartt School, University of Connecticut, Performing Arts Center MetroWest and the Artist in Residence program in Harvard. He currently maintains a small selective private studio for intermediate and advanced classical guitar students. Learn more about Dave McClellan at davemclellanguitar.com!
Direct Ticket Link: https://parisharts.square.site/product/4-26-26-dave-mclellan-classical-guitar-series-/EGEO3FTLSRQEDGPE66UCS4SW
Facebook: facebook.com/ParishCenterfortheArts
Twitter: twitter.com/PCAWestford
Instagram: instagram.com/pcawestford
Parish Center for the Arts
978-692-6333
Free Baby Playgroup Begins April 27
When:
Where: 35 Shattuck St, Littleton
A caregiver-baby playgroup will begin on Monday, April 27 at Littleton Library from 10:30-11:30. The group will continue thru June 8 for babies who are age 3-11 months when the group begins. First Connections' Early Childhood Coordinator will facilitate the group, which is centered around the Ages & Stages Developmental Milestones for infants. Each group begins with some songs and a book for the babies, and then caregivers will have a chance to check in, ask questions of each other and the facilitator, and share their wins and challenges. Babies will have the opportunity to play with age-appropriate toys to support their development based on the ASQ. Mary Beilman, from Baby Connections, will visit the group on May 11 to share tips around sleep, feeding, transitions and more. All caregivers welcome, but please make arrangements for older siblings to keep babies safe. To register for the group, which is free and open to all, email First Connections at lmatthews@jri.org.
“British Soldiers”
When:
Where: 39 W Main St, Marlborough
What do the common British soldier and the American Revolution have in common with the City of Marlborough? Come learn more about the British soldier in the American Revolution by Author Don Hagist, managing editor of the Journal of the American Revolution and the consultant for the PBS Documentary “The American Revolution”.
April 28th at 6PM at the Marlborough Public Library. Hosted by the Marlborough Historical Society.
Don N. Hagist is managing editor of Journal of the American Revolution (allthingsliberty.com). His historical studies focus on presenting an accurate picture of individual soldiers and their families, especially those of the British army who served in America. This research is done using exclusively primary sources, mostly from archives in North America and Europe. He is a consultant for the PBS documentary The American Revolution produced by Ken Burns, and has written several recent books including Noble Volunteers: the British Soldiers who fought the American Revolution (Westholme, 2020), The Revolution’s Last Men: The Soldiers behind the Photographs (Westholme, 2015) and These Distinguished Corps: British Grenadier and Light Infantry Battalions in the American Revolution (Helion, 2022). Don is an engineer for a major medical device manufacturer, and also writes for several well-known syndicated cartoonists.
There will be a very brief annual meeting before the presentation.
April 28th at 6PM at the Marlborough Public Library. Hosted by the Marlborough Historical Society.
Don N. Hagist is managing editor of Journal of the American Revolution (allthingsliberty.com). His historical studies focus on presenting an accurate picture of individual soldiers and their families, especially those of the British army who served in America. This research is done using exclusively primary sources, mostly from archives in North America and Europe. He is a consultant for the PBS documentary The American Revolution produced by Ken Burns, and has written several recent books including Noble Volunteers: the British Soldiers who fought the American Revolution (Westholme, 2020), The Revolution’s Last Men: The Soldiers behind the Photographs (Westholme, 2015) and These Distinguished Corps: British Grenadier and Light Infantry Battalions in the American Revolution (Helion, 2022). Don is an engineer for a major medical device manufacturer, and also writes for several well-known syndicated cartoonists.
There will be a very brief annual meeting before the presentation.
Why Climate Goals Matter!
When:
Where: Zoom
Acton: As the state legislature considers cutting back on clean energy incentives, do climate goals still matter? Is a renewable future too challenging and, as some claim, too expensive? Join Amanda Barker of the Green Energy Consumers Alliance as she looks at Massachusetts climate goals, where we stand at reaching targets (looking at heating and cooling goals in particular), and why renewable energy is not only doable but necessary for a reliable, independent, healthy energy future. Sponsored by EnergizeActon.org.
https://energizeacton.org/event/why-climate-goals-matter/
https://energizeacton.org/event/why-climate-goals-matter/
Transitioning Your Child to Preschool
When:
Where: Zoom
Thursday, Apri 30, 7-8:00 p.m. via Zoom
Starting preschool is a major milestone-for both children and their families. As children enter preschool at different ages and times of year, many parents are left wondering: When is my child ready? What should I be looking for? How can I make this transition easier? Join veteran early childhood educators from Concord Children's Center for an informative and reassuring live webinar designed to help families navigate the transition into preschool with confidence. We'll explore key questions and common concerns, including developmental readiness, toileting, easing separation anxiety, and how preschool programs can prepare children for kindergarten. We'll also share real-life scenarios from CCC teachers, including how they support children through challenges and help them build confidence in a preschool setting. Whether your child is your first or you're navigating a new situation, this presentation will provide guidance, reassurance and actionable tips to help your family take this important next step. Email First Connection for the zoom link: lmatthews@jri.org.
Starting preschool is a major milestone-for both children and their families. As children enter preschool at different ages and times of year, many parents are left wondering: When is my child ready? What should I be looking for? How can I make this transition easier? Join veteran early childhood educators from Concord Children's Center for an informative and reassuring live webinar designed to help families navigate the transition into preschool with confidence. We'll explore key questions and common concerns, including developmental readiness, toileting, easing separation anxiety, and how preschool programs can prepare children for kindergarten. We'll also share real-life scenarios from CCC teachers, including how they support children through challenges and help them build confidence in a preschool setting. Whether your child is your first or you're navigating a new situation, this presentation will provide guidance, reassurance and actionable tips to help your family take this important next step. Email First Connection for the zoom link: lmatthews@jri.org.
Reading of Sinclair Lewis’ It Can’t Happen Here
Planned for April 30
Planned for April 30
When:
Where: 327 Concord Rd, Sudbury
In 1935, Sinclair Lewis looked at the situation in Europe and the popularity of Louisiana politician Huey Long, and published a novel, It Can’t Happen Here, a cautionary tale on authoritarianism and the rise of fascism in America. A year later, Lewis and John Moffitt adapted the novel into a play with the same title. Since then, a reading version of the play, first created for radio, has been developed.
That reading, It Can’t Happen Here, will be produced Thursday, April 30, at 7 p.m. in the Sudbury Meetinghouse at First Parish in Sudbury.
Linda Hench, wife of Representative Carmine Gentile, is spearheading the effort.
“A friend in the Berkshires is coordinating an effort to present this reading in as many communities as possible. I wanted to bring it to Sudbury,” Hench said. “The play runs about 2 hours, but we are just doing Part 1 which runs about an hour, and then we will have a discussion,” facilitated by Katina Fontes, a Goodnow Library trustee and the owner of Athina Books.
The reading is open to the public and admission is free.
The event is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Sudbury, First Parish of Sudbury UU, Sudbury Meetinghouse and Athina Books.
It Can't Happen Here is a dystopian novel by Sinclair Lewis that follows the election as President of Berzelius "Buzz" Windrip, a populist U.S. Senator who turns America into a fascist dictatorship. Through the eyes of Vermont newspaper editor Doremus Jessup, the story depicts the rapid dismantling of democracy, the rise of a brutal paramilitary force (the Minute Men), and the subsequent suppression of civil liberties, leading to the imprisonment of critics.
That reading, It Can’t Happen Here, will be produced Thursday, April 30, at 7 p.m. in the Sudbury Meetinghouse at First Parish in Sudbury.
Linda Hench, wife of Representative Carmine Gentile, is spearheading the effort.
“A friend in the Berkshires is coordinating an effort to present this reading in as many communities as possible. I wanted to bring it to Sudbury,” Hench said. “The play runs about 2 hours, but we are just doing Part 1 which runs about an hour, and then we will have a discussion,” facilitated by Katina Fontes, a Goodnow Library trustee and the owner of Athina Books.
The reading is open to the public and admission is free.
The event is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Sudbury, First Parish of Sudbury UU, Sudbury Meetinghouse and Athina Books.
It Can't Happen Here is a dystopian novel by Sinclair Lewis that follows the election as President of Berzelius "Buzz" Windrip, a populist U.S. Senator who turns America into a fascist dictatorship. Through the eyes of Vermont newspaper editor Doremus Jessup, the story depicts the rapid dismantling of democracy, the rise of a brutal paramilitary force (the Minute Men), and the subsequent suppression of civil liberties, leading to the imprisonment of critics.
LEAGUE TO HOST ANGELA HARKNESS AT APRIL CIVIC SOCIAL
When:
Where: 487 Groton Road, Westford
The League of Women Voters of Westford is honored to welcome Angela Harkness to its next Civic Social – scheduled for Thursday, April 30 – for an informal conversation reflecting on her many years of service to the Westford community. Her most-recent appointment is as Town Moderator, a position she has held for six years and is retiring from next month.
Attendees will have an opportunity to talk with Angela about her 35 years of volunteering in Westford. She served on the Master Plan and Master Plan Implementation Committees, the Roudenbush Community Center Committee, the Permanent School Building Committee (during the construction of Crisafulli, Stony Brook, and Miller, as well as the addition to Westford Academy), the Westford School Committee, and as Town Moderator. Attendees can hear about her accomplishments and challenges, as well as her thoughts on Westford’s future. We also look forward to hearing what’s next for Angela.
The Civic Social will be held at WestfordCAT, 487 Groton Road, at 7:30 p.m. No registration necessary. Civic Socials are in-person only and are not recorded.
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 https://lwv.westford.org/.
Attendees will have an opportunity to talk with Angela about her 35 years of volunteering in Westford. She served on the Master Plan and Master Plan Implementation Committees, the Roudenbush Community Center Committee, the Permanent School Building Committee (during the construction of Crisafulli, Stony Brook, and Miller, as well as the addition to Westford Academy), the Westford School Committee, and as Town Moderator. Attendees can hear about her accomplishments and challenges, as well as her thoughts on Westford’s future. We also look forward to hearing what’s next for Angela.
The Civic Social will be held at WestfordCAT, 487 Groton Road, at 7:30 p.m. No registration necessary. Civic Socials are in-person only and are not recorded.
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 https://lwv.westford.org/.
Community Picnic
Friday May 1, 1pm-4pm
When:
Where: 369 Commonwealth Ave, Concord
Gerow Pavilion, 369 Commonwealth Ave, Concord MA 01742
Concord MA- Imagine what the prison wall would say? The legacy of the Concord Prison, hosted by Concord Prison Outreach (https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/cpo-community-picnic/)
Did you Concord Prison has a nearly 150-year history featuring experimental psychology, notable inmates, and distinctive architecture.
Come celebrate May Day, and have have an opportunity to check out the daffodils we planted at the Concord Prison Cemetery.
Outdoor & accessible! Bring your chair and favorite food to share. Ice Cream truck at 2pm!
Concord MA- Imagine what the prison wall would say? The legacy of the Concord Prison, hosted by Concord Prison Outreach (https://concordprisonoutreach.org/events/cpo-community-picnic/)
Did you Concord Prison has a nearly 150-year history featuring experimental psychology, notable inmates, and distinctive architecture.
Come celebrate May Day, and have have an opportunity to check out the daffodils we planted at the Concord Prison Cemetery.
Outdoor & accessible! Bring your chair and favorite food to share. Ice Cream truck at 2pm!
Rotary Event - Dine and Dance with the Dulcetones
When:
Where: 242 Adam’s Place, Boxborough
It’s May - Let’s groove together! On Friday, May 1,from 6:00 -10:00pm, the Rotary Clubs of Acton-Boxborough and Nashoba Valley invite you to their dinner dance fundraiser, Bid for Brighter Futures. Welcome the warm weather with a dining and dancing good time that will help local and national charities. Win-win!
What entertainment? After a sumptuous buffet, you’ll groove to the Dulcetones, a fantastic and popular offshoot of the local group Bare Hill Band. Their blend of 60s-80s rock, folk rock,R&B, and Motown will pull you onto the dance floor and put you into a springtime mood.
What else? Great on-site raffle prizes and silent auction. An online auction that opens on April 17 offering even more treasures. Find it at bidforbrighterfutures.com.
Why come. All of the above, plus the knowledge that you are providing help to Domestic Violence Services Network for troubled families, Danny’s Place for teens, the Special Olympics for special athletes, and more.
Tickets and details? Tix are $60 at bidforbrighterfutures.com. Location is the Boxboro Regency, 242 Adam’s Place, Boxborough MA, 6:00-10:00pm. Questions? Call 617-834-1615.
What entertainment? After a sumptuous buffet, you’ll groove to the Dulcetones, a fantastic and popular offshoot of the local group Bare Hill Band. Their blend of 60s-80s rock, folk rock,R&B, and Motown will pull you onto the dance floor and put you into a springtime mood.
What else? Great on-site raffle prizes and silent auction. An online auction that opens on April 17 offering even more treasures. Find it at bidforbrighterfutures.com.
Why come. All of the above, plus the knowledge that you are providing help to Domestic Violence Services Network for troubled families, Danny’s Place for teens, the Special Olympics for special athletes, and more.
Tickets and details? Tix are $60 at bidforbrighterfutures.com. Location is the Boxboro Regency, 242 Adam’s Place, Boxborough MA, 6:00-10:00pm. Questions? Call 617-834-1615.
Open Table Announces Lineup for 2026 Chopped for Charity Competition and Gala
Annual fundraiser to honor long-time Board Member Patty Chambers
When:
Where: Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord
Open Table, the MetroWest charity dedicated to fighting hunger and building healthy communities, today announced the lineup for Chopped for Charity 2026 with television and radio personality Chef Joe Gatto returning as the Master of Ceremonies and chefs Joubert Amazan, Erin Harleman, and Audley Mills competing for highest honors. This year’s honoree is Open Table Board Chair emerita Patty Chambers. Open Table will also recognize Middlesex Savings Bank as a valued partner in its mission.
Open Table’s annual gala and cooking competition returns to Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord on Friday, May 1, for an evening of food, fun, and philanthropy. Guests will enjoy an exciting culinary showdown, live auction, as well as hors d’oeuvres and a light dinner in a beautiful setting.
VIP tickets are $250 and include preferred seating, a private cocktail reception and an opportunity to meet the chefs. General Admission is $175 per person. Tickets are available at opentable.org/chopped.
“Open Table is excited to welcome our supporters back to the Chopped for Charity gala,” said Alexandra DePalo, executive director, Open Table. “We look forward to a fun-filled evening that will include a live cooking competition, a variety of chef experiences and a terrific silent auction. This is a great night for a great cause.”
A special focus of this year’s event will be a celebration of Patty Chambers, Open Table Board Chair Emerita. Patty has served 12 years on the Open Table Board of Directors, including three years as chair. She continues to be an active volunteer in the organization’s planning and fundraising. “Patty is an Open Table champion,” said DePalo, “we are thrilled to honor and thank her.”
About Open Table
Open Table is a 501(c)(3) established in 1989. The organization works to address hunger in the local community by providing healthy food in a welcoming environment while respecting the dignity and diversity of those served. For more information, visit: https://www.opentable.org/
Open Table’s annual gala and cooking competition returns to Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord on Friday, May 1, for an evening of food, fun, and philanthropy. Guests will enjoy an exciting culinary showdown, live auction, as well as hors d’oeuvres and a light dinner in a beautiful setting.
VIP tickets are $250 and include preferred seating, a private cocktail reception and an opportunity to meet the chefs. General Admission is $175 per person. Tickets are available at opentable.org/chopped.
“Open Table is excited to welcome our supporters back to the Chopped for Charity gala,” said Alexandra DePalo, executive director, Open Table. “We look forward to a fun-filled evening that will include a live cooking competition, a variety of chef experiences and a terrific silent auction. This is a great night for a great cause.”
A special focus of this year’s event will be a celebration of Patty Chambers, Open Table Board Chair Emerita. Patty has served 12 years on the Open Table Board of Directors, including three years as chair. She continues to be an active volunteer in the organization’s planning and fundraising. “Patty is an Open Table champion,” said DePalo, “we are thrilled to honor and thank her.”
About Open Table
Open Table is a 501(c)(3) established in 1989. The organization works to address hunger in the local community by providing healthy food in a welcoming environment while respecting the dignity and diversity of those served. For more information, visit: https://www.opentable.org/
Chelmsford Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
When:
Where: 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford
Location: Chelmsford Town Offices' Gym, 50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford
The book sale will be Friday, May 1 from 9:00 AM -8:00 PM and Saturday, May 2 from 9:00 AM -2:00 PM
We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs. All proceeds help support library programs and services.
The book sale will be Friday, May 1 from 9:00 AM -8:00 PM and Saturday, May 2 from 9:00 AM -2:00 PM
We'll have plenty of fiction, children's books, biography, history, cookbooks, sciences, social sciences, DVDs and CDs. All proceeds help support library programs and services.
Middlesex Conservation District 2026 Spring Plant Sale
When:
Where: Minuteman High School, 758 Marrett Road, Lexington
We welcome you to our 2026 Spring Plant Sale! We will be selling native wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and more! We will also be selling fruits and other edible plants! All plants will come as plugs, tubelings, or bare root. There will be numerous options available to you! Root bags, 6″ Pollinator Pathway signs, and Garden Labels will also be available to purchase.
All of our native plant varieties are straight species, meaning that no cultivars will be sold. It has been found that cultivars often do not have the same benefits to wildlife that straight species do. Our focus on native species will help our native pollinators, increase biodiversity, and conserve our native plants and animals, among other benefits.
The Middlesex Conservation District is a not-for-profit environmental agency whose purpose is conservation of natural resources of Middlesex County. Proceeds from our biannual plant sales provide educational programs and other activities which aim to protect our soil and water resources. For more information about our sale or programs please visit https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/.
When: May 1, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
When: May 2, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Minuteman High School, 758 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02421.
Place orders here: https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/2026-spring-plant-sale-shopping/
More information: https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/spring-sale-ordering/
Online Ordering Deadline: April 24, 2025
All of our native plant varieties are straight species, meaning that no cultivars will be sold. It has been found that cultivars often do not have the same benefits to wildlife that straight species do. Our focus on native species will help our native pollinators, increase biodiversity, and conserve our native plants and animals, among other benefits.
The Middlesex Conservation District is a not-for-profit environmental agency whose purpose is conservation of natural resources of Middlesex County. Proceeds from our biannual plant sales provide educational programs and other activities which aim to protect our soil and water resources. For more information about our sale or programs please visit https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/.
When: May 1, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
When: May 2, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Minuteman High School, 758 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02421.
Place orders here: https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/2026-spring-plant-sale-shopping/
More information: https://middlesexconservationdistrict.org/spring-sale-ordering/
Online Ordering Deadline: April 24, 2025
PRINCETON ARTS
2026 ANNUAL SPRING SHOW & SALE
When:
Where: 206 Worcester Rd. (Post Office Place) Princeton
At Princeton Arts we are celebrating our 35th Anniversary and our Annual Spring Show & Sale will be even better than usual. It’s the perfect opportunity to view inspiring works of art and perhaps add a piece to your personal collection. Princeton Arts is an organization that believes that artists, like the rest of us, need to be acknowledged, supported, seen and heard. Come connect with us.
The Show and Opening Reception are free and open to the public:
Friday, May 1, 6 to 8 PM – Opening Reception & Awards
Saturday, May 2, 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday, May 3, 10 AM to 4 PM
Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Rd. (Post Office Place) Princeton MA.
All work is by the Society’s members, many of whom are award winning artists widely recognized in their fields. The show includes works in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, and more, including three-dimensional works, with subject matter as varied as our artists.
The Princeton Arts Society is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization encouraging and supporting area visual, musical, literary and performing artists.
www.princetonarts.org Facebook: Princeton Arts Society
The Show and Opening Reception are free and open to the public:
Friday, May 1, 6 to 8 PM – Opening Reception & Awards
Saturday, May 2, 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday, May 3, 10 AM to 4 PM
Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Rd. (Post Office Place) Princeton MA.
All work is by the Society’s members, many of whom are award winning artists widely recognized in their fields. The show includes works in oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, and more, including three-dimensional works, with subject matter as varied as our artists.
The Princeton Arts Society is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization encouraging and supporting area visual, musical, literary and performing artists.
www.princetonarts.org Facebook: Princeton Arts Society
Friends of the Bolton Public Library to Hold Spring Book Sale
When:
Where: 697 Main Street, Bolton
The Friends of the Bolton Public Library will hold their semiannual book sale on Saturday, May 2nd, from 8:30am - 3pm. No rain date. Location is the Houghton Building, 697 Main Street, Bolton, MA. There will be over 5,000 books, sorted before and after each sale, and not picked over. The sale also includes puzzles, CDs, and DVDs. The book sales are the Friends’ largest fundraisers. Proceeds from the sales support programming, events, museum passes, and Wowbrary for the Bolton Public Library.