Meet the Artist: Sarah Spencer at Discovery Museum
2025-08-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join local artist Sarah Spencer for an adventure in art and science with cyanotype, an old-fashioned process that prints photos in blue tones using UV light and water. Create your own print and watch as it comes to life, changing colors right before your eyes. Connect with nature by using pressed flowers, ferns, and leaves, or get creative with photo negatives and found objects! Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Boarding House Park
2025-08-07 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-13 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-14 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-27 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-09-03 10:00 - 12:15 and 4 more dates | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for kids and a welcoming space for families to connect and thrive. After the performance, climb on Lowell National Historical Park’s trolley for a free ride.
Learn more about the free concerts for kids on the Lowell Summer Music Series website: lowellsummermusic.org/pages/kids

Backyard and Beyond: Treehouse Yoga at Discovery Museum
2025-08-07 13:30 - 14:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Move your body and connect with nature while doing outdoor yoga! Yoga improves physical and mental strength, like self-awareness and focus. Kelly Western, professional yoga instructor, will lead a fun yoga class for children and adults that incorporates balance, strength, stretching, and mindfulness in the context of connecting with nature. Yoga mats available. (Optional: Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.) Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

BonJourney with opener Whitney Doucet
2025-08-08 19:30 - 22:30 | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
BonJourneyNY is a New York based Tribute Band celebrating rock Icons, Bon Jovi and Journey. Opener Whitney Doucet is a Country-Pop singer.
Whitney will be performing from 7:30-8:45 and BonJourney will be playing straight from 9-10:30 pm

Meet the Scientist: Our Changing Ocean with Boston College at Discovery Museum
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join Professor Tony Wang and doctoral students from the Earth and Environmental Sciences department at Boston College to explore the science of our changing ocean. Discover the intricate workings of ocean circulation and the essential role of phytoplankton, practice fish dissection and uncover earstones (otoliths), and use a microscope to identify microfossils. Learn about the impact of climate change on coral reefs and the Antarctic Ocean. These hands-on activities will offer valuable insights into the dynamic and vital world of ocean science!

Free Family Day at The Umbrella Arts Center
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Come to The Umbrella for FREE family fun!
Drop by any time during the two-hour time block Saturday, August 9: 2:00pm – 4:00pm to partake in a seasonal and creative craft led by one of our talented instructors!
Open to all ages and abilities. Registration appreciated (but not required).
For more information, visit our website:
https://theumbrellaarts.org/class/free-family-days-0

Backyard and Beyond: Mud Kitchen at Discovery Museum
2025-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Come and play in Discovery Woods! We’ll be pouring, stirring, spraying, and experimenting with water and mud. Make mud pies, mud handprints, paint with mud and more! Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Kids' Paper Making - Summer Session
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Join Mindy for a Summer Session of Paper Making at the Museum of Printing in Haverhill (for kids pre-k through 12th grade.)
Paper Making Summer Sessions
$5 child ticket
https://www.mindypaper.com/store/p207/PaperSummerSessions.html
Tuesdays at 10am
July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2025
at the Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA (Get map)
For children from preschool through highschool interested in creating with their hands, learning how to make paper and reuse scrap paper instead of throwing it away.
Learn a simplified method for making new paper sheets from scrap using a blender, water, and various molds and deckles. Ticket includes take-home paper making kit, optional for repeat participants.
Funding provided by the Haverhill Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.

Cold as Ice: Exploring a 300lb Block of Ice! at Discovery Museum
2025-08-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Things are getting chilly at the Discovery Museum! Experiment with different types of salt as you explore the unique characteristics of a 300-pound block of ice. Add in some liquid watercolors and discover just how cool science can be. Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Wampanoag Singers and Dancers at Discovery Museum
2025-08-14 10:45 - 11:45 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us in welcoming the Wampanoag Singers and Dancers to Discovery Museum! A group of musicians and artisans from the tribal communities of Mashpee on Cape Cod and Aquinnah on Martha’s Vineyard, the Wampanoag Singers and Dancers encourage audience participation and prefer to sing with the people instead of for the people. Their performance of eastern social songs and dances will entertain visitors of all ages.

Into the Floyd - The International Pink Floyd Tribute
2025-08-15 20:00 - 22:30 | Thomas E. Tidman Amphitheater at NARA Park, 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Brings alive the music of Pink Floyd by performing an authentic and diverse catalogue from the Wish You Were Here album (50th anniversary!)

Taylorville - A Special Tribute Night to Today's Top Music Icon!
2025-08-22 19:00 - 21:30 | Thomas E. Tidman Amphitheater at NARA Park, 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of Taylor like never before! “Taylorville”.

Meet the Makers - Artisan Demos and Classes at Crafted Together
2025-08-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Crafted Together, 30 South Road, Bedford, 01730, United States
Join us for the Crafted Together Meet the Makers event! Visit us at 30 South Road, Bedford, MA to chat with the artisans of Crafted Together. Shop beautiful handmade products, watch live art demos, and participate in fun activities.
Don’t forget to spin the game wheel for opportunities to win a variety of prizes!
Refreshments will be served and the whole family is welcome.
We can’t wait to create something with you!
Schedule:
11:00am | Event opens — Browse booths & meet the artisans!
11:30am–12:30pm | Painted Nature Bookmarks with Stacie Korroch (Nature Wanderings) — Create your own botanical bookmark with plants and flowers!
12:30–1:15pm | The Art of Crochet Design with Arsenia Moraitis (Arsenia’s Arts) — Enjoy a live crochet demo and see a design come to life!
1:15–2:15pm | Crystal Moss Wreath Making with Arianna Schuurman (Bewitching Dreams) — Watch and try your hand at building your own whimsical wreath!
2:15–3:00pm | Last call for shopping, raffle entry, and chatting with the makers!
3:00pm | Wrap-up — thank you for supporting local artisans!

Art with the Bookmobile
2025-08-28 11:00 - 12:30 | O’Donnell Park, 1170 Gorham St, Lowell, 01852, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park and the Pollard Memorial Library Bookmobile as we “pop-up” around the city with art activities. Try fun activities, create art, and borrow books! Get information about library services and apply for a FREE library card! Come meet us around Lowell.
Learn more about the bookmobile stops throughout the summer and when we’ll be joining them on their event calendar: https://lowelllibrary.org/events/

Saint Anthony Mahrajan Festival of Lawrence, MA
2025-08-29 18:00 - 2025-08-31 23:30 | MA
Lawrence, MA — Saint Anthony Maronite Catholic Church is delighted to welcome one and all to the Saint Anthony Mahrajan Festival 2025, an exuberant celebration of Lebanese culture, community, and faith held over Labor Day Weekend.
🗓 Festival Dates and Hours:
• Friday, August 29 – 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM
• Saturday, August 30 – 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM
• Sunday, August 31 – 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
📍 Location: Saint Anthony Maronite Catholic Church Grounds 145 Amesbury Street, Lawrence, MA
🌟 Open to everyone, the Mahrajan offers a vibrant fusion of Middle Eastern tradition and New England hospitality. Guests will enjoy homemade Lebanese cuisine—including sizzling shawarma hot off the grill—plus indulgent desserts, energetic dance performances, lively music, games for all ages, and souvenirs to commemorate the festivities.
🌟 The Mahrajan, rooted in rich Lebanese heritage, welcomes all with vibrant entertainment, authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, dancing, traditional music, family-friendly activities, and spiritual fellowship. Visitors can expect live bands, debke performances, homemade pastries, and flavorful dishes that celebrate the cultural mosaic of our community.
🎶 From the aroma of grilled kafta and shawarma to the rhythm of live drums echoing through the streets of Lawrence, Saint Anthony Mahrajan has become a cherished annual tradition where generations gather to celebrate faith, family, and fun.
🎈 Admission is completely free — bring your friends, your family, and your appetite!
📞 For more details, interviews, or volunteer opportunities: Contact the Parish Office at 978-685-7233 Follow @SaintAnthonyLawrence on social media for event updates and sneak peeks!
Celebrate the spirit of Lebanon and the joy of togetherness — we can’t wait to see you there!

Lowell Irish Festival
2025-09-13 11:30 - 18:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Located at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, the Lowell Irish Festival features a family- friendly and fun-filled day of live Irish music from national, regional, and local acts, Irish-inspired culinary and beverage offerings, artisan vendors, family activities, Irish step dancing, and more! The day-long event, taking place September 13, 2025, is spread out across the Auditorium grounds – inside and outdoors – and is open to families and groups of all ages free of charge, taking its place as one of the Mill City’s great annual cultural events.

Let's Sing Taylor - Lowell Summer Music Series
2025-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Let’s Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Tribute Show – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far.
So, let the games begin. Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor inspired attire. You can show up at our party any time.
Let’s Sing Taylor is fan-sponsored and not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by TAS Rights Management, Taylor Swift, or their affiliated entities.

The Caterpillar Lab at Discovery Museum
2025-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a special visit from The Caterpillar Lab! Come see a variety of New England caterpillar species showcased on open-air displays of local plants. Get up close to enormous giant silk moth caterpillars, fierce-looking snake-mimicking caterpillars, convincing twig-mimicking caterpillars, and bubbly butterfly caterpillars. Witness rare moments of metamorphosis and watch ecological relationships play out first-hand under a digital microscope. Be sure to chat with the educators from The Caterpillar Lab—you’re sure to discover something new! Learn more about The Caterpillar Lab at https://www.thecaterpillarlab.org/.
September 18, 19 & 21, 10:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 20, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
