Historic tour & kids scavenger hunt
2026-02-21 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-24 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-26 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Public Health Museum, East Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876, United States
The Public Health Museum is a non-profit educational and cultural museum. The Museum strives to preserve records and artifacts from our nation’s public health history; educate the public about the achievements and contributions of public health, and inspire people to build upon the past and continue to advance the future of public health.

Poetry Corner featuring North Andover Poet Laureate Christa Lamb
2026-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 | The Purple Couch Bookshop, 350 Winthrop Ave unit 9b, North Andover, 01845, United States
Poetry Corner is back, featuring the return of our newest North Andover Poet Laureate Christa Lamb.
Christa April Lamb is a Massachusetts-based poet and writer whose work moves from close, intimate observation into embodied protest and participatory poems that invite shared responsibility. Shaped by neurodivergent perception, her poetry examines how language behaves under pressure — in the body, in relationships, and in the world. Her recent work engages directly with the present moment, including poems about democracy, voice, and interruption, alongside deeply personal poems about love, loss, and orientation. Christa is currently working on a memoir about growing up undiagnosed autistic and finding language for a life finally understood. She also serves as Director of Media & Communications for Revolutionary Valley, where she shapes stories rooted in place and history through language, design, and visual media.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2026-02-21 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-28 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-07 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-14 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-21 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-03-28 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-04-04 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-04-11 20:00 - 23:00 and 5 more dates | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

A Journey to Find an Ancestor and Honor His Faith in Diversity
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Bedford Old Town Hall, Great Room (3rd floor), 16 South Road, Bedford, 01730, United States
While researching her Revolutionary War ancestor, General John Glover, Jane Woolsey Gropp of Lexington learned about the Marbleheaders, a group of fishermen and sailors from the coastal town of Marblehead who played a crucial role in several key military operations during the war. They were a diverse group, including free African Americans and Native Americans, and were the first integrated institution in America.
Gropp’s intention to have a painting depict General Glover, who commanded the Marbleheaders, led instead to a painting honoring both her ancestor, a somewhat forgotten hero, and the Black Patriots, who were mostly unknown heroes of the American Revolution.
In recognition of Black History Month, Gropp will describe her journey that led her to commission the painting called An Appeal to Heaven, the interrelationships among the people in the painting (Washington, one of his enslaved men, others), and the Black Patriots who fought and secured a freedom that was not yet theirs.
Doors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments
2:15 PM – Brief Society announcements followed by the Guest Speaker

Lowell Winterfest 2026
2026-02-28 | City of Lowell, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
Bundle up and head to downtown Lowell for Winterfest, a family-friendly celebration of winter fun in the city. Enjoy outdoor activities, live entertainment, seasonal treats, and hands-on experiences for kids and all ages. From festive energy to local flavor, Winterfest is a great way to get outside, explore downtown, and make the most of winter in Revolutionary Valley.
Good to know: Many activities are free or low-cost, and events take place throughout downtown Lowell.

Lexington Lantern Festival Celebration
2026-03-01 15:00 - 18:00 | MA
The Lantern Festival marks the end of the 2-week Lunar New Year celebration, symbolizing unity, light, and hope. The festivities will begin with pre-show lantern-making and refreshments at 3:00 PM, followed by performances and interactive activities starting at 4:00 PM. The celebration will culminate in a magical outdoor lantern parade at 5:30 PM. Free DIY Lantern-Making Kits will be available at the event from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Starting February 16 through February 28, free wish ribbons will be available for the public to create at Cary Memorial Library and Lexington Community Center during its open hours, as well as at NLCC’s office (114 Waltham Street, #12, Lexington, MA) every Saturday from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM leading up to the event.
All are invited to join this family-friendly event, which promises an unforgettable experience of culture, creativity, and community spirit.

FLICKERING FUTURES | March 4 – March 29, 2026| Reception on Saturday March 7, 3 - 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
Show: Flickering Futures – 9th Annual Greater Lowell Regional Art Show
Show dates: March 4 – March 29, 2026
Reception: Saturday, March 7, 3–5 PM
Loading Dock Gallery is proud to present *Flickering Futures*, the 9th Annual Greater Lowell Regional Art Show, on view from March 4 through March 29, 2026. This annual exhibition showcases artwork by student artists from high schools across the Greater Lowell region, offering a platform for emerging voices to reflect on the present while imagining what the future may hold.
The title *Flickering Futures* speaks to the ever-changing relationship between young artists and the world around them. Through mixed media works, students explore themes of future, change, difference, uncertainty, and self—sharing personal perspectives shaped by current events, individual experience, and creative curiosity. For many participants, this exhibition marks one of their first opportunities to present work in a professional gallery setting.
Featured students come from Innovation Academy Charter School, Billerica Memorial High School, Chelmsford High School, Dracut High School, Groton-Dunstable High School, Lowell Catholic High School, Lowell High School, Lunenburg High School, Notre Dame Academy and Tyngsborough High School. The artwork has been created within the past year through school art programs or independent practice.
A public reception will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The exhibition is free and open to the public.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501(c)(3). For more information, visit www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Tracy Grammer & Jim Henry Perform Live in Bedford (MA) on March 21!
2026-03-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Bedford Town Hall, 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, 01730, United States
Tracy Grammer is among contemporary folk music’s most beloved artists. Renowned for her pure voice, deft guitar, violin and storytelling, Grammer has recorded and performed with Joan Baez and Mary Chapin Carpenter, headlined Philadelphia Folk Festival and Falcon Ridge, and enjoyed 12 consecutive years as one of folk radio’s 50 top-played artists, both solo and with the late Dave Carter. “
One of the finest singers and musicians anywhere in folkdom.” – Boston Globe
“A brilliant artist” – Joan Baez
As a sideman, on a variety of electric or acoustic guitars, or on mandolin or dobro, Jim Henry is a master of adding whatever is needed at any musical moment. Whether as a solo artist or leading a band, Jim delivers his finely crafted original songs with a smooth, rich baritone voice and engaging storytelling and humor. He has produced, recorded, played and traveled the world with Tracy Grammer, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Paula Cole, Shawn Colvin, Alison Krauss, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Los Lobos, Asleep at the Wheel, Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings and many more. The sheer versatility of this skillful musician can be hard to fully appreciate…until you hear him play.

Great Day to Be a Warrior | April 1-24, 2026| Reception on Saturday April 4, 3 - 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery
2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00 | 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 in 2D, 3D, drawing, and digital media, the exhibition celebrates the dynamic, thoughtful, and emotionally resonant voices emerging from Merrimack College’s visual and performing arts community. While diverse in approach, each piece shares a common foundation: a commitment to risk-taking, process, and artistic growth.
Great Day to Be a Warrior is a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the strength of a shared artistic community.
Great Day to Be a Warrior will be open Wednesdays-Fridays 12–5:30 PM and weekends 10 AM–3:30 PM, April1 through April 24. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, April 4, from 3–5 PM, coinciding with Western Avenue Studios’ Open Studios.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501(c)(3). For more information, visit www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Hands-On History: Weaving and Lowell's Many Cultures
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 3rd Floor, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, 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 the Tsongas Industrial History Center’s 35th anniversary!
“Hands-On History” takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month through October.
3rd Floor, Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St., Lowell, MA)
This month’s activities include:
Weaving on a hand loom and explore cultural objects from a some of the many different cultural groups that call Lowell home.
These free, drop-in workshops are appropriate for all ages.
Explore our educational workshop spaces at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum and discover how the Industrial Revolution shaped life then and now. Whether you’re a returning visitor or brand new to history, there’s something hands-on for everyone.
Questions: Call 978-970-5080 or email: TIHC@uml.edu

A Bedford Assortment
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Bedford Historical Society, 16 South Road, Bedford, 01730, 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” program will be a bunch of assorted snippets from Bedford’s colonial history that may be funny, sad, surprising, or inspiring. She hopes you will say “Bon, bon!”
Doors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments
2:15 PM – Brief Society announcements followed by the Guest Speaker

FULL BLOOM 8| April 29 – May 31, 2026| Reception on Saturday May 2, 3 - 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery
2026-05-02 15:00 - 17:00 | 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.
Loading Dock Gallery welcomes the warmth of summer with Full Bloom 8, a vibrant celebration of flowers, birds, insects, gardens, and the wonder found in small, radiant moments. Featuring work by Loading Dock Gallery members, this exhibition captures the color, energy, and renewal that define the season.
As daylight lingers and blossoms unfold, artists turn their attention to nature’s cycles of growth and transformation. The works in Full Bloom 8 evoke memory, hope, and the simple joy gardens bring. Though nature’s beauty exists to lure pollinators, it also calls to us—drawing us closer, inviting reflection.
Join us for a show alive with color and light.
Full Bloom 8 will be open Wednesdays-Fridays 12–5:30 PM and weekends 10 AM–3:30 PM, April 29 through May 31. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, May 2, from 3–5 PM, coinciding with Western Avenue Studios’ Open Studios.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501(c)(3). For more information, visit www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Hands-On History: Weaving & Water Power
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 3rd Floor, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, 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 35th anniversary!
“Hands-On History” takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month through October.
3rd Floor, Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St., Lowell, MA)
This month’s activities include:
Weaving on a hand loom, test different types of water wheels, and build your own model
canal system to discover the innovative system that powered Lowell’s mills.
These free, drop-in workshops are appropriate for all ages.
Explore our educational workshop spaces at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum and discover how the Industrial Revolution shaped life then and now. Whether you’re a returning visitor or brand new to history, there’s something hands-on for everyone.
Questions: Call 978-970-5080 or email: TIHC@uml.edu

Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light at Bedford Town Hall
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Bedford Town Hall, 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, 01730, 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 of Congress. As a group, Traveling Light has won the 2023 Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival competition and the 2025 Telluride Bluegrass Band Contest and has been featured four consecutive years by WBUR/NPR as a top Massachusetts entry in the Tiny Desk Contest.
