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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T090000
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SUMMARY:Pay and Play Like It's 1982 at Discovery Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Pay just $2.50 admission per person\, the admission price when Discovery Museum opened in 1982! Thank you for more than four decades of support from our community! \nExisting programs that offer deeper discounts—including $1 admission for EBT\, WIC\, and ConnectorCare Card to Culture card holders\, and free admission for active-duty military families\, teachers\, and children under 1—will continue to be honored. Library passes and other coupons cannot be applied. \nVisitors who pay the discounted admission price and would like to purchase a membership can apply what would have been the full cost of their admission toward the price of a membership within two weeks of their visit. Standard admission prices are $17.00 for adults and children ages 1 and up; $16.00 for seniors 60+.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/pay-and-play-like-its-1982-at-discovery-museum/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Discovery Museum":MAILTO:fun@discoveryacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
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SUMMARY:Becoming a National Park Service Boat Captain
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a passion for boats? Do you love meeting people from around the world? Have you ever wondered what you might need to qualify to be a Boat Captain at Lowell National Historical Park? Now is your chance to get all your questions answered and learn what it takes to captain a National Park Service vessel! \nOur boat captains convey tour rangers and visitors on our canal and river boats for a wide variety of educational programs May through October. \nJoin us on Saturday\, October 5th at 10 a.m. to meet one of our captains and learn more about the duties\, certifications needed\, and the federal hiring process. Applications for the WG-5786 Small Craft Operators will be posted at a later date. \nInterested captains can meet at the Visitor Center (246 Market St.) and will walk with park staff down to the Boat Dock at Swamp locks. \nFree parking is available at the Hamilton Canal Innovation District parking garage at 350A Dutton St.\, Lowell. Parking in this garage (only) is available to National Park visitors at no cost provided they obtain a valid parking voucher at the LNHP Visitor Center (246 Market Street).
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/becoming-a-national-park-service-boat-captain/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T192236Z
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SUMMARY:Only Murders in the Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Revolution is in the air…and so is murder! In the spirit of Halloween\, this month’s interactive Tavern Night will revolve around a mysterious death at historic Buckman Tavern\, on the eve of the Revolutionary War. Who done it\, and why? Guests will enjoy an evening of food and drink while collecting clues to unveil the murderer. Join the investigation and catch the culprit — before they strike again! \nAdmission includes one alcoholic drink ticket. Cash bar also available. \nCostumes are encouraged but not required. \nPricing: \nEarly Bird (through September 13): $40 \nStandard Pricing: $50 members\, $60 nonmembers
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/only-murders-in-the-tavern/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
CREATED:20240930T134746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T134746Z
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SUMMARY:She Grooves Concert!
DESCRIPTION:An expression of female empowerment and representation\, SheGrooves is a collective of students and faculty from the Berklee College of Music. \n​This band of talented women musicians is spearheaded by Kaye Kelly and Andrea “Ani” Johnson\, who are both professors at Berklee. \n​As a whole\, SheGrooves have a never-ending dedication to uplifting women through the power of their music: a blend of pop\, rock jazz\, and r&b. \n​Come join us at the CCA for an exciting\, beautiful afternoon! \nStarts at 1pm in the Auditorium.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/she-grooves-concert/
LOCATION:Chelmsford Center for the Arts\, Chelmsford Center for the Arts\, 1A North Rd\, Chelmsford\, MA\, 01824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chelmsford Center for the Arts":MAILTO:CCA@chelmsfordma.gov
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Chelmsford Center for the Arts Chelmsford Center for the Arts 1A North Rd Chelmsford MA 01824 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chelmsford Center for the Arts\, 1A North Rd:geo:-71.3520404,42.5976849
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
CREATED:20240301T143906Z
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SUMMARY:Wine-INN Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Lexington’s Inn at Hastings Park\, Boston area’s ONLY Relais & Châteaux property\, is hosting a complimentary wine tasting of the world’s best wines every second Wednesday of the month throughout 2024 at Town Meeting Bistro’s beautiful bar beginning on March 13\, 2024. Meet and learn from the industry’s top experts\, leaders\, distributors\, and winemakers as you sample the delicious aromas and flavors of each month’s featured varietals. Make a night out of it and book a reservation at Town Meeting Bistro after the tasting and order a bottle of your favorite! These events are for adults only\, 21 and older.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/wine-inn-wednesday/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, 2027 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary Tourism,Featured,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T163000
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CREATED:20240917T181606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T135525Z
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SUMMARY:250th Anniversary of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress “Exploring Democracy – Our Rights and Our Responsibilities”
DESCRIPTION:In October 1774\, the political conflict between Great Britain and Massachusetts reached a crisis. Parliament enacted the “Intolerable Acts” to punish the province for the Tea Party\, and they revoked the charter of 1691 by which the popularly elected House of Representatives joined with the Council and Crown-appointed Governor to rule the Bay Colony. In the ensuing furor\, county conventions protested the changes; crowds closed courts\, Patriots took over county militias\, and encouraged towns to resist the new regime of the General Court. Royal Governor Thomas Gage called the Court to meet in Salem\, but the Assembly never convened. \nAlthough Gage canceled the session\, the representatives decided to meet behind closed and locked doors and reorganize as the Massachusetts Provincial Congress. Its first session opened a week later\, on October 11th\, in Concord\, safe from the control of British authorities. The gathering was a landmark in the history of self-government. The Congress set the colony on a collision course with Britain and an eventual road to independence. Even as it proclaimed loyalty to the Crown\, the Congress mobilized the province in a struggle to reclaim the rights and liberties Massachusetts had enjoyed. Without declaring independence\, the popularly elected body seized the reins of power\, charted a new future for Massachusetts\, and set a model of self-government. \nOctober 11\, 2024\, marks the 250th Anniversary of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress. To commemorate this occasion and honor our forebearers\, the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust is sponsoring a gathering in Concord’s First Parish Meetinghouse and the Wright Tavern next door\, where the delegates to the Congress met. This will be a day-long\, engaging program. With noted historians to guide us\, we will return to this crucial moment in the history of the American Revolution and ask what we can learn from the past. With state legislators joining us\, we will examine the state of democratic governance in Massachusetts and the United States today. And\, with students and teachers from Massachusetts schools\, we will collaboratively explore the future of democracy. Come join us for this remarkable day.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/250th-anniversary-of-the-massachusetts-provincial-congress-exploring-democracy-our-rights-and-our-responsibilities/
LOCATION:First Parish Church\, Lexington Road\, Concord\, Massachusetts\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T200000
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SUMMARY:Monsterbash at NARA
DESCRIPTION:Blacklight DJ Dance Party.\nCostumes encouraged.\nBring your own flashlight and candy bag.\nGeared to elementary aged children\n$5 for all persons in attendance over age 2
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/monsterbash-at-nara/
LOCATION:NARA Park\, Nara Park\, 25 Ledge Rock Way\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual & Special,Arts & Culture,Featured,Kids & Family,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Acton":MAILTO:recreation@actonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T193000
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SUMMARY:Healing Sound Bath with Luna Sol Spiritual Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Relax and unwind with a guided meditation followed by the soothing and healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls\, shamanic drums\, chimes\, rainsticks and more. \nFeel free to bring a yoga mat\, pillow\, blanket\, and/or anything else you may need to be comfortable as you drift into a state of bliss. \n“Even in the darkest times\, light is always present. Let your spirit illuminate the way.” \nThis class is taught by Brittany of Luna Sol Spiritual Wellness.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/healing-sound-bath-with-luna-sol-spiritual-wellness/
LOCATION:Moonlight & Mindfulness\, Moonlight & Mindfulness\, 91 Mill St # 7\, Dracut\, MA\, 01826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moonlight &amp%3B Mindfulness":MAILTO:moonlightmindfulness@gmail.com
GEO:42.6820743;-71.3505929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moonlight & Mindfulness Moonlight & Mindfulness 91 Mill St # 7 Dracut MA 01826 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Moonlight & Mindfulness\, 91 Mill St # 7:geo:-71.3505929,42.6820743
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
CREATED:20241018T172048Z
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SUMMARY:Admiral Gilday Returns to Lowell for Special Parker Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:The City of Lowell\, in collaboration with the Parker Lecture Series and UMass Lowell\, is proud to present Admiral Michael Gilday\, a distinguished native of Lowell\, on Wednesday\, October 23\, 2024\, at 6:30PM\, at UMass Lowell’s Comley-Lane Theatre\, located at 870 Broadway St. This special event is free and open to the public\, with no tickets required. \nAdmiral Gilday\, who served as the 32nd Chief of Naval Operations from August 22\, 2019\, to August 17\, 2023\, returns to his hometown to share insights from his remarkable military career. His service includes positions of great distinction\, such as Naval Aide to the President. Among his many accolades\, Admiral Gilday is a recipient of the Defense Distinguished Service Medal\, Navy Distinguished Service Medal\, Defense Superior Service Medal (four awards)\, Legion of Merit (three awards)\, Bronze Star\, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat “V\,” and the Combat Action Ribbon. \nThe evening will feature a keynote address by Admiral Gilday\, along with a panel discussion moderated by City Manager Thomas A. Golden\, Jr. Panelists include Mayor Daniel P. Rourke and Parker Lecture Series Chair John Carson. Following the panel and presentation\, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session with Admiral Gilday.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/admiral-gilday-returns-to-lowell-for-special-parker-lecture-series/
LOCATION:UMass Lowell Comley-Lane Theatre\, Broadway Street\, Lowell\, Massachusetts\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Events,Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moses Greeley Parker Lectures":MAILTO:dguttenplan@gmail.com
GEO:42.6409599;-71.3350631
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
CREATED:20241024T201836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T201836Z
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SUMMARY:Admiral Gilday Returns to Lowell for Special Parker Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:The City of Lowell\, in collaboration with the Parker Lecture Series and UMass Lowell\, is proud to present Admiral Michael Gilday\, a distinguished native of Lowell.\nAdmiral Gilday\, who served as the 32nd Chief of Naval Operations from August 22\, 2019\, to August 17\, 2023\, returns to his hometown to share insights from his remarkable military career. His service includes positions of great distinction\, such as Naval Aide to the President. Among his many accolades\, Admiral Gilday is a recipient of the Defense Distinguished Service Medal\, Navy Distinguished Service Medal\, Defense Superior Service Medal (four awards)\, Legion of Merit (three awards)\, Bronze Star\, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat “V\,” and the Combat Action Ribbon.\nThe evening will feature a keynote address by Admiral Gilday\, along with a panel discussion moderated by City Manager Thomas A. Golden\, Jr. Panelists include Mayor Daniel P. Rourke and Parker Lecture Series Chair John Carson. Following the panel and presentation\, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session with Admiral Gilday.\nThis event is free\, and no tickets are required.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/admiral-gilday-returns-to-lowell-for-special-parker-lecture-series-2/
LOCATION:UMass Lowell Comley-Lane Theatre\, Broadway Street\, Lowell\, Massachusetts\, 01854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Events,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T214113
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Village and Potato Blasters Fun for the Whole Family!
DESCRIPTION:Our Pumpkin Village is always free\, but donations are welcome!\nThis fun activity is a fundraiser for the Make A Wish Foundation and 100% of your donation goes to this awesome organization granting wishes to critically ill children.\nOur Pumpkin Village consists of walk-through buildings decorated with pumpkins\, a giant walk-through pumpkin\, and a haunted Wild West town. Lots of fun and photo ops for all!\nRight beside the Pumpkin Village you’ll find our powerful Potato Blasters. \n$1 per ticket (1 potato)\nPotato Blasters are for ages 5+\naccompanied by an adult. \nSee if you can hit our targets down field!\nYou might just win a yummy prize 🤩 \nSat + Sun Through October 27th: 11am – 5pm\nFri – Pumpkin Village Only: 12pm-5pm
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/pumpkin-village-and-potato-blasters-fun-for-the-whole-family/
LOCATION:Wilson Farm\, Lexington MA\, Pleasant Street\, Lexington\, Massachusetts\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Kids & Family
GEO:42.4277467;-71.206725
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