The Umbrella Winter Market 2024
2024-12-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-08 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Friday, December 6, 2024
1:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturday, December 7, 2024
10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, December 8, 2024
10:00am – 4:00pm
The Umbrella’s Winter Market is an annual three-day show and sale of artist, artisan, and hand-crafted work on all three floors of our beautifully renovated space in Concord, MA. It features dozens of Umbrella Studio Artists, regional Guest Artists, an annual “Off-the-Wall” show with small works for sale, Ceramics Program holiday sale, Arts Education Free Drop-In Family Day info table, , a Ceramic Keepsake-making workshop on Saturday, and more.
Plus, view the “The Alchemy of a Life: Selected Works by Thorpe Feidt” Gallery Exhibition, and enjoy refreshments provided by Main Streets Market & Cafe.
See https://theumbrellaarts.org/WM

Yuletide Ball - Sold OUT!
2024-12-07 17:30 - 21:00 | Groton Grange Hall, Champney Street, Groton, Massachusetts, 01450, United States
In 19th century New England, the darkness of midwinter was kept at bay with firelight, song, stories, and dancing. Join Footwork & Frolick to bring that tradition to Groton Fest Winter with a ball full of holiday spirit and beginner-friendly dances!
Taking inspiration from a variety of period sources – everything from the New Year’s party where Jo meets Laurie in Little Women, to the ghostly visit to Mr. Fezziwig’s Ball in A Christmas Carol, to the Stahlbaum’s party where Clara receives her Nutcracker – we will sing carols, dance to period music, and sample festive treats. All dances will be taught, and no partner is required to attend. 19th century attire will be admired but is not required – guests are encouraged to wear their midwinter best, whatever makes you feel most elegant and festive.
5:00pm – Gather for a caroling procession to the Grange Hall
5:30pm – Arrival at the Grange Hall for final carols
6:00pm – Dancing begins in the ballroom
Caroling Procession
Join fellow revelers for a lantern-lit walk from downtown Groton to the Grange Hall (the site of our ball) with period carols lead by Footwork & Frolick. The full walk is about 1/4 of a mile and there are sidewalks covering the whole route. We will plan to sing a few closing carols upon arrival at the hall, so those who do not wish to process can still sing. (In the case of inclement weather, we will do all of our caroling indoors at the Grange). Carol lyrics will be provided!
Dancing
Dancing will include a mix of contra dances, quadrilles, and round dances (often called “couple dances”). Most dances do not require any special footwork – just walking! All dances will be taught throughout the ball.
As was considered polite in the 19th century, we encourage guests to change partners throughout the evening. You do not need to bring a specific partner, although we encourage groups to attend – the more the merrier! At our events we use the terms “lead” and “follow” to refer to the roles in the dance. All dancers are welcome to dance either role regardless of gender identity or presentation, and you’ll often find members of Footwork & Frolick switching between roles throughout the evening.
What to Wear
Guests are encouraged to come dressed in whatever feels festive and elegant. Historical costumes of the 19th century will be admired but are not required.
We do recommend flat or low-heeled shoes, as modern high heels are not conducive to historical dances.

Town of Dracut Tree Lighting
2024-12-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Town of Dracut, Lakeview Avenue 1540, Dracut, Massachusetts, 01826, United States
Date:
December 7, 2024
Time:
6:30 PM
Location:
Gazebo at the Dracut High School
Address:
1540 Lakeview Ave
Dracut, MA 01826

Believe in the Christmas Miracle: Free Christmas Concert
2024-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | First United Baptist Church, 99 Church Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Believe in the Christmas Miracle!
The 37th Annual Christmas Concert featuring the Chelmsford Community Band and the adult and children’s choirs of First United Baptist Church will be on Sunday, December 8 from 6-8 pm.
Begin the Advent season with music that is a mix of new, contemporary, and traditional Christmas songs. People of all ages who delight in the Christmas season will enjoy the event!
Admission is a freewill donation and light refreshments will be served; in addition, please bring non-perishable food for the Lowell Food Pantry.
FUBC is located in historic downtown Lowell at 99 Church Street, Lowell, MA. For questions or directions, call 978-452-9281 or see
https://www.fubc.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/firstubc
This event is funded in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council.

Holiday Pops @ The Umbrella
2024-12-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-14 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-15 15:00 - 17:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Umbrella Stage Company in partnership with The Firebird Pops Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of our holiday pops concert, with featured soloists Lori L’Italien and Mara Bonde!
The orchestra will sweep you away with magical scores from seasonal favorites like Sleigh Ride and The Eighth Candle, classics including The Christmas Song, the beloved sing-along–plus a new holiday favorite, Rocket Sleigh (by Boston-based composer Delvyn Case)!
Fun for the whole family–enjoy seasonal favorites at concessions, fun activities for the kids during intermission, and the chance to sing along together in celebration.
It’s sure to be a magical event! And because last season’s concerts were completely sold out, we’re glad to say that we’ve added extra performances this year to meet demand, but don’t delay!
https://theumbrellaarts.org/pops

Annual Reenactment of the Lexington Tea Party
2024-12-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
On December 13, 1773, three days before the Boston Tea Party, the Lexington Town Meeting concluded a multi-day debate with a resolution to stop purchasing or drinking imported British tea. The crowd spilled out onto the common behind the meeting house and made a bonfire, throwing the entire town’s supply of tea into it.
Each year, we reenact this occasion with a day of tea history! Join us for fun, interactive activities to learn more about why tea was so important to the Revolution. Meet with the Lexington residents of 1773 to hear their side of the story, find out where tea comes from, and end the day by gathering around the fire and burning the tea!
12:00 – 3:00 PM: Drop-in activities upstairs at Buckman Tavern
12:30 PM: The Lexington Minute Men practice military drill to ready themselves for the coming conflict
1:00 PM: The 18th century townspeople of Lexington (led by local Boy Scouts) begin to build a fire to destroy the detested tea
1:30 PM: William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps rallies the crowd with patriotic music
1:45 PM: THE BURNING OF THE TEA
2:00 PM: Program conclusion with music from William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps and a musket salute from the Lexington Minute Men
This event is presented in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men, the Chinese-American Association of Lexington, Boy Scout Troop 160, and Mark T. Wendell Tea Company.

Holiday Magick Market at Moonlight & Mindfulness
2024-12-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Moonlight & Mindfulness, Moonlight & Mindfulness, 91 Mill St # 7, Dracut, MA, 01826, United States
Come get warm and shop small with us this holiday season! We’ll have a lovely indoor vendor market for you to shop local creations, and while you’re here, you get a tarot card reading from one of two of our very talented readers. You’ll also enjoy giveaways, experience an actual magician performing magic, and more.
You can check out some of our amazing vendors here, more will be added to this page each day: moonlightmindfulness.com/vendors
We will also have TWO tarot card readers for this event, Hailey Moonz and Jaymie Winterbourne! You can learn more about them and pre-book your time slot using the link here, or you can book the day of if we have any time slots available. Spots do fill-up fast, so we recommend booking in advance.

Santa Tea at Town Meeting Bistro
2024-12-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-22 10:00 - 14:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Get ready to kick off the holidays with our Santa Tea Experiences. Bring your friends and family of all ages to enjoy tea, cocktails and bites as well as gingerbread cookie decorating, crafts, letters to the North Pole and visit by Santa Claus himself!
Details
Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Seatings in both Town Meeting and the INNgloo Wonderland available at 10am, 12pm, 2pm
Adults: $90: Savory and Sweet Bite Towers, High Tea Service, Holiday Cocktail and Access to Santa’s Photobooth
Children 4-12: $65 Letters to Santa, Cookie Decorating, Santa’s Photo Booth, Ornament Making, Bites and Hot Cocoa or Tea.
Children 3 and under: Free (Kindly notify when booking)
Enhance your experience by booking Santa Tea in our INNgloo Wonderland! A $100 INNgloo Experience Fee plus 7% tax and 20% service fee will be added to your final bill. INNgloos are subject to availability and must be booked in advance. Each INNgloo can accommodate a maximum of 6 guests.
Christmas Tea Menu:
Figgy Pudding
Peppermint Candy Cane Cookie
Christmas Tree Cupcake
Sticky Toffee Pudding Donut
Cranberry Orange Scone
Confit Duck Tart
Roast Beef Horseradish Cream and Watercress
Coronation Chicken
Deviled Egg
Smoked Salmon
Assorted J’enwey Tea selections, Hot Cocoa and holiday cocktails for adults
THIS IS A SAMPLE MENU: The menu is subject to change based upon product availability and quality.
Location
Town Meeting Bistro
2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02421, USA

Hannukah at Town Meeting Bistro
2024-12-26 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-27 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-28 17:00 - 20:30 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Gather your family and loved ones and join us at Town Meeting Bistro to enjoy the warmth and comfort of our delicious Hannukah Specials!
Details
Hannukah a la carte Dinner Specials will be offered starting December 26th to December 28th during dinner service.
Reservations available from 5:00 pm to 8:45 pm
Dinner Specials Menu
Appetizers
Shlishkes
Hickory Smoked Butter Breadcrumbs
Latkes
Sour Cream and Apple Sauce
Entrees
Chicken Paprikash
Nokedli and Cabbage
Pomegranate Molasses Braised Brisket
Roasted Carrots and Fingerling Potatoes
Desserts
Bundt Noodle Kugel
Walnuts and Caramel
Location
Town Meeting Bistro
2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02421, USA

Shamrock New Year’s Day Race
2025-01-01 12:00 - 15:00 | The Irish American Club, Main Street 147, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801, United States
Race starts at 12:00pm at the Irish American Club on Main Street in Woburn. We’ll celebrate the New Year post-race with a potluck lunch – bring chili or snacks to share! Cash bar.
Age groups are as follows: 19+, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
After-party at the Irish-American Club! We will provide pizza,
snacks, desserts, and non-alcoholic drinks; the bar at the IA will be open.
Participants may bring chili and treats to share if they’d like, and we ask all
participants bring a non-perishable donation for the Woburn Council of Social
Concern.
The Shamrock Running Club’s mission is to build community and improve health through running. We come together to support and inspire each other, celebrate our successes, and reach for whatever our next goals may be. We support our community through charitable contributions as well as events designed to share our love of running with others, inclusive of all abilities and experience. The Bill Feeney Memorial Scholarship: Every year the Shamrock Running Club awards two scholarships to High School Senior students who participate in cross country, indoor and/or outdoor track.

Sing for St. Jude at Taffeta Music Hall
2025-01-03 18:00 - 23:00 | Taffeta Music Hall, Taffeta Music Hall, 110 Western Ave, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Benefit concert at Taffeta Music Hall where all proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Hospital! St. Jude’s treats the toughest childhood cancers and pediatric diseases; families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food. Their efforts are all made possible from fundraising and donations from events like this. Come out to Taffeta Music Hall in Lowell for a fun night filled with live music and great company to support St. Jude Children’s Hospital!

Golden Gloves - Top-Central New England Preliminaries
2025-01-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-01-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-01-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Lowell Sun Charities is proud to present the 78th Annual Golden Gloves at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Thursdays from January 9 – March 6. Don’t miss a moment of one of the longest-standing New England sports traditions, as the best amateur boxers from the area battle it out across the weeks to see who will be crowned champion. Thursday Night is Fight Night at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium!
Every year in the Golden Gloves they’re a new flock of boxers trying to work their way up from the bottom in hopes of advancing their way to top of the competition. The Gloves has been a tradition in New England since 1947 and sells out the Lowell Memorial Auditorium every year. “It’s only there to give kids a way out of a lifestyle and to promote the sport of boxing along with good health, good training, exercise and confidence.”
When you win the Golden Gloves, you don’t get paid, you get the respect of your community; that’s very important to a young kid, as it gives them confidence to build their life upon.
Lowell, Massachusetts has a great tradition of boxing dating back 74 years ago. When you go to a Golden Gloves show in Lowell, you know that it is unlike other boxing shows or any other sporting event in general. There is electricity in the air, fans get a certain charge when they watch these fighters give every ounce of themselves for something that can’t be seen or touched.
This yearly event to the combatants is that, it’s not about prizes; it’s about pride. Many of the fighters who range in age from 18-40, are not even on a path to the pros or even the Olympics — they are simply there to say they fought in the Golden Gloves.

The Lexington Pops Chorus - The Lexington Pops Chorus
2025-01-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Hancock Church, Massachusetts Avenue 1912, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02421, United States
We are excited to be singing beautiful music together for our 43rd year! Lexington Pops Chorus is a non-audition community chorus in Lexington, MA, that has been performing continually since its inception in the Fall of 1982. The chorus enjoys the enthusiasm of more than 50 singers from over 15 towns. We are a diverse group whose common bond is the love of music and the joy of singing.
We perform concerts in mid-January and mid-May every year. Our programs include a wide variety of music, from classical selections, folk songs and spirituals to modern show tunes and popular songs. Our goal is to provide a challenging, exciting, and above all, enjoyable musical experience for the performers as well as the audience. Our Concerts page shows pieces that we have sung in past years.
Rehearsals take place in Clark Hall at Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA. New singers are welcome at the beginning of each semester when we hold two free, open rehearsals. Auditions are not required; however, singers must be able to read music.
We look forward to welcoming you!

2nd Annual Hygge Party at the Co-op! Town of Maynard
2025-01-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Assabet Co-Op Market, Powder Mill Road 86, Maynard, Massachusetts, 01754, United States
Saturday, January 18, 2025
4:00pm – 7:00pm
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐨-𝐨𝐩 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐲𝐠𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲!
A Scandinavian concept meaning “cozy”, hygge (pronounced hyooga) is about filling winter with cozy comforts – warm lights, fireplaces, cozy food and drinks, and gatherings with good friends. Here’s what’s in store …
🍫 𝐇𝐨𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐬 – Purchase your cup in our cafe and go to town with Equal Exchange hot cocoa, cinnamon sticks, pirouette cookies, candy canes, cookie crumbles, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and marshmallows 🍫
😋 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡-𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 😋
🍺 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 🍺
🎶 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 🎶
🧦 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐚 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐬 for sale from the Harvard Alpaca Ranch & Andes Gifts 🧦
🕯️𝐂𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐇𝐲𝐠𝐠𝐞!
We’ll see you Sat., Jan. 18, 4-7pm at the Co-op!
This event is free.

The Chocolate Expo
2025-01-25 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-01-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Shriners Auditorium, Shriners Auditorium, 99 Fordham Rd, Wilmington, MA, United States
The Chocolate Expo, one of America’s largest chocolate events, will be returning to the Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington, MA, on Saturday, January 25th, and Sunday, January 26th, 10am-6pm, for a pre-Valentine’s Day festival with about 90 local and regional vendors offering tastings & sales of artisanal chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods, cheeses, wines, meads and more.
The Expo will feature celebrity appearances, chocolate-themed presentations and activities for children.

Golden Gloves - Top-Central New England Semi-Finals
2025-01-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States

Winter Carnival 2025 - Town of Lincoln
2025-01-31 17:00 - 2025-02-02 17:00 | Town of Lincoln, Powder Mill Road 34, Maynard, Massachusetts, 01754, United States
Winter Carnival – An annual weekend, organized by Parks & Recreation, designed to foster a sense of community throughout the Town of Lincoln. All events are sponsored by local organizations. We encourage you to attend as many programs as possible in support of the Lincoln community!
Schedule of events will be released in early January! Check back soon for all information.
A town-wide mailing of the schedule will also be going out after the New Year!

Victorian Valentine Tea
2025-02-09 11:00 - 15:30 | Boutwell House, Main Street 172, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join Footwork & Frolick for our second annual fundraiser on Sunday February 9! Enjoy a traditional 3-course tea menu of savories, scones, and sweets at the historic Boutwell House in Groton, MA. Members of Footwork & Frolick will serve tea in a timeline of Victorian daywear, and guests can try their hand at a variety of period amusements available on each table. A perfect opportunity to pull out a favorite historical or modern ensemble!
Tea and Treats
Choose from a variety of local tea blends or try them all! Each guest will receive a selection of savory items, scones, and sweets to accompany their tea; a choice of standard or vegan and gluten free menus will be available.
Parlor Amusements
Tea will be served by costumed hosts representing different fashions of the Victorian era. They will be happy to chat about their ensembles and answer your fashion questions. Each table will also feature a variety of period amusements that guests can try while you sip.
Seatings
Two seatings are available at Boutwell House: 11am and 2pm. Each seating includes the full menu served on vintage china in a lovely historic setting, and lasts about 90 minutes. Please note that as table arrangements are fixed small parties may be seated together. We kindly request that groups purchase tickets together to make table assignments easier; if you and other members of your party are purchasing separately, please note the name(s) associated with the other ticket holders during checkout.
Celebrating? Consider reserving the dining room for a private tea experience that can seat up to 8.
Profits from the tea will go to support operating costs of the 501c3 non-profit organization. Be our valentine and help us offer local historical activities, conduct social history scholarship, and provide educational outreach.

Golden Gloves - All New England Open and Novice Preliminaries
2025-02-13 19:30 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States

Golden Gloves - All New England Open and Novice Quarter Finals
2025-02-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
