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Great Day to Be a Warrior | April 1-24, 2026| Reception on Saturday April 4, 3 – 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery

Loading Dock Gallery 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States

The Loading Dock Gallery presents Great Day to Be a Warrior, an exhibition showcasing work by Merrimack College CADA students and alumni, curated by Allyson Lewis and Jonathan Latiano. Building on the success of Western Ave: Artists at Work, this themeless exhibition centers the artists themselves—highlighting ambition, experimentation, and creative range across disciplines. Featuring work […]

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Hands-On History: Weaving and Lowell’s Many Cultures

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 3rd Floor 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

"Hands-On History at the Tsongas Industrial History Center" Saturday, April 11th and Saturday, July 11th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations and […]

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A Bedford Assortment

Bedford Historical Society 16 South Road, Bedford, United States

Vocabulary.com describes an “assortment” as “a bunch of different things all together, whether they’re the same sort or not.” “For example,” says Society President and Bedford Town Historian Sharon McDonald, “an assortment of chocolates would be a box of cherry-filled, nut, caramel, coconut, and orange crème candies. Using her engaging story-telling style, McDonald’s “Bedford Assortment” […]

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FULL BLOOM 8| April 29 – May 31, 2026| Reception on Saturday May 2, 3 – 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery

Loading Dock Gallery 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States

Loading Dock Gallery 122 Western Avenue Lowell, MA 01851 Show: Full Bloom 8 Show dates: April 29 - May 31, 2026 Reception: Saturday, May 2, 3 – 5 PM Flowers hold a quiet mystery. They are fleeting, luminous, and generous—reminding us of what is briefly beautiful in our lives. Their glow feels like an invitation. […]

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Hands-On History: Weaving & Water Power

Hands-On History: Weaving & Water Power

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 3rd Floor 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Saturday, May 9th and Saturday, October 10th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations, Doors Open Lowell and the Tsongas Industrial History Center’s […]

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Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light at Bedford Town Hall

Bedford Town Hall 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, United States

On May 16, New Song welcomes Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light, a Boston-based string band blending folk tradition, feminist storytelling, poetic detail, and just enough grit. Sumner—formerly of Twisted Pine—has earned wide recognition, including the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Award (Folk), a Kerrville New Folk Competition win, and five original songs archived at the Library […]

$22.13

The Truth About Baked Beans: An Edible History of New England

Bedford Historical Society 16 South Road, Bedford, United States

Meg Muckenhoupt will bring smiles—and a hunger for popular foods—during her discussion about the history of New England’s food, immigration, tourism, and how ideas about identity have shaped our menus […]

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WE LIVE IN A RAINBOW| June 3 – 25, 2026| Reception on June 6, 3 – 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery

The Loading Dock Gallery The Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Ave, Lowell, MA, United States

Show: We Live in a Rainbow: A Celebration of Pride Month Exhibition Dates: June 3 – June 25, 2026 Reception: June 6, 3 – 5 PM A rainbow is more than a spectrum—it is a symbol of visibility, resilience, and belonging. It holds stories of identity, community, and the ongoing pursuit of equity and joy. […]

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Get Creative! Come to Bedford’s Music & Arts Experience 2026

Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road 75 Great Road, Bedford, MA, United States

Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 13, and join us for the Music & Arts Experience 2026, where local artistry will meet local music in a celebration of craftmaking and community. Sponsored by the Bedford (MA) Cultural District Partnership, the Music & Arts Experience 2026 will offer unique opportunities for all ages to experience art […]

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