Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Untold Stories of Our Region featuring Chichi Enu
2024-06-21 17:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
This event will highlight stories of women, Black, Indigenous peoples, and other communities traditionally overlooked in historical records. The event is a celebration of diversity, aiming to increase cultural awareness and strengthen community bonds.
Art Display from local high school students from 5-7 p.m.
Interactive opera performance by artist-in-residence Chichi Enu from 7-8:30 p.m.
“NOT REQUIRED – BUT ENCOURAGED — PLEASE PRE-REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE (NO COST) IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. You do not need to bring a print-out or show your eventbrite registration. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/acton-westford-pride-festival-2024-tickets-876798898107?aff=oddtdtcreator
ALL PRE-REGISTRANTS TO THIS EVENT WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO A CONCERT OF YOUR CHOICE FOR THE 2024 NARA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. WINNER MUST BE PRESENT AT EVENT.
”
All events are open to non-Acton residents.

Solar ‘Scopes with Brian Mernoff
2024-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join local astrophotographer Brian Mernoff and try looking through some solar telescopes. Weather permitting, we will safely see the sun in ways you haven’t before! Test out some other tools that let us explore light and go on a “light” scavenger hunt. Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Wilson Farm Strawberry Festival
2024-06-22 11:00 - 2024-06-23 16:00 | Wilson Farm, Lexington MA, Pleasant Street, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02421, United States
Join us for a weekend full of samples & fun as we celebrate our own strawberries!
June 22nd & 23rd – 11AM – 4PM

2024 Secret Garden Fairy Portrait Experience
2024-06-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Luciana Calvin Photography Studio, 21 Central Square, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
We are so excited to welcome your little ones to a whimsical portrait experience. This experience is exclusive to kids 3 and older.
You will have access to our stunning garden set, wings, colorful wardrobe and flower crowns.
Includes one 8×10 or two 5×7 (same pose) deluxe prints.
A small gift to take home.
All portraits and custom books are sold separately. Booking fee is non-refundable.

Dirtopia!
2024-06-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Scoop, sculpt, squish! Dig, climb, burrow! Mud pies, mud paintings, mud this, and mud that. Bring your boots and prepare to get messy. Join us as we discover the infinite potential of dirt. Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

NEW Fairytale High Tea at The Inn at Hastings Park's Town Meeting Bistro
2024-06-29 11:00 - 15:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
A sweet and enchanting treat for kids at The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property, this new Fairytale tea celebrates the end of the school year and the beginning of summer in a magical way. From fairy dust, sparkling crowns, enchanted wands and dazzling gowns, costumes are extremely encouraged for kids and adults alike! For adults, it includes a Tea Tower with bites, J’enwey tea service and one glass of champagne. Seatings on June 29, 2024 from 11 am to 3 pm (multiple seating times) – $78 (plus tax & gratuity). For children (4-12 years), includes crowns, swords and crafts, bites and tea or hot chocolate – $35 (plus tax & gratuity). Children 3 and under eat for free.

Park Pop-Ups: A Post-Card for School
2024-07-03 13:30 - 16:30 | Shedd Park Pavilion, 433 Rogers Street (Rt. 38), Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Come join Lowell National Historical Park and Pollard Memorial Library for Pop-Ups in the Park! Borrow books or get a free library card from the bookmobile. Design your own postcards, trying different art styles to decorate them. You can even leave it with a park ranger to have it mailed to you in time for the first week of school.
This free event will be held at Shedd Park, located at 495 Rogers Street.

Acton’s Independence Day Celebration – 2024
2024-07-04 19:00 - 22:00 | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
This is a free event (donations are very much appreciated). Parking will be off various parking lots along Nagog Park Drive where free shuttle buses will bring guests to and from the NARA starting at 5:30 p.m. until the end of the event. There will be a variety of food vendors. A free concert featuring the Nation’s #1 Cars Tribute Band – Best Friends Girl from 7-9:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Please follow yellow directional signs to parking areas.

Free Friday Nights at Discovery Museum!
2024-07-05 16:30 - 20:00, 2024-07-12 16:30 - 20:00, 2024-07-19 16:30 - 20:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us with free admission and explore the Museum and Discovery Woods at night, every Friday night through Labor Day!
We will gratefully accept non-perishable food donations for Open Table and the Acton Food Pantry. Reservations are recommended and can be made 10 days in advance; we cannot guarantee walk-in admission if at capacity.

Youth Summer Art Program 2024
2024-07-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-11 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-12 09:00 - 12:00 | The Whistler House Museum of Art, 243 Worthen St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
The Whistler House Museum of Art’s Youth Summer Art Program is open to children grades 5 to 8, ages 10 to 14 years. Each week-long session focuses on a different art form and combines exciting hands-on art creation with museum tours and art history discussions, connecting real works of art with the day’s activity. Professional artists and educators will direct creative and age-appropriate activities using a variety of media in the museum’s historic house, Parker Gallery, and in the adjacent Whistler Park. Local visiting artists will come to speak about their works in the week’s featured medium. Week 1 (beginning July 8) is Drawing; Week 2 (beginning July 15) is Painting; Week 3 (beginning July 22) is Printmaking/Collage; and Week 4 (beginning July 29) is sculpture. Classes will take place Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. Class fee is $175 per student per week. Scholarships are available for aspiring artists in the community who meet the criteria. Contact the Museum for further information on this program: 978-452-7641 or dgain@whistlerhouse.org.

Park Pop-Ups: Plates of Play-Doh
2024-07-10 14:30 - 15:30 | McPherson Park, Hildreth Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01850, United States
Come join Lowell National Historical Park and Pollard Memorial Library for Pop-Ups in the Park! Borrow books or get a free library card from the bookmobile. Using clay-like material, sculpt it into food on mini plate. What do you like most to eat?
This event will take place in McPherson Park, located at 185 Hildreth Street.

Fairies & Dragons Pet Minis
2024-07-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Old Mill House Coffee, Central Square, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 01824, United States
20 Minutes
2 High-Resolution Digital Files
Extra Images: $50 each

Sunday Brunch at The Westford Regency
2024-07-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-07-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, 219 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes:
​
Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles
Fresh Tropical Fruits
Chef Prepared Pastries
Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection
Cheese Raviolis
Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally Grown Vegetables and Chef’s Choice of Starch
Impressive Dessert Selection
Specialty Mimosas and Brunch Cocktails (21+) (not included in price)
$25.95
This impressive assortment of items will comfortably satisfy your appetite and then some! Brunch is hosted every Sunday in our exquisite main foyer, Clark’s Restaurant and Stony Brook Café. Private Rooms are available for larger parties and reservations are required. Book online at www.westfordregency.com

Backyard and Beyond: Outdoor Yoga
2024-07-15 10:30 - 11:00 | 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.

Cold as Ice: Exploring a 300lb Block of Ice!
2024-07-16 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.

Woburn Summer 2024 Outdoor Movie Series: Kung Fu Panda 4
2024-07-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Library Park, Woburn, Library Park, Harrison Ave, Woburn, MA, 01801, United States
Movie begins at Dark. Family Night at Library Field
We suggest you arrive early to pick out space on the lawn. Feel free to bring snacks & drinks with you, but in an effort to help keep our parks clean please make sure you take all your trash with you when you leave! Please also be respectful of others watching the movies by keeping talking to a minimum while the movie is showing! Movies that begin at Dark start around 8pm and we suggest you get there around 7:30. Movies with times associated start on time as they are shown on an LED screen. *Movie selections are subject to change per availability.

Park Pop-Ups: Make Your Own Book
2024-07-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Muldoon Park, Muldoon Park, 5 Billerica St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Come join Lowell National Historical Park and Pollard Memorial Library for Pop-Ups in the Park! Borrow books or get a free library card from the bookmobile. Learn how to make a book, sewing together the pages and create your own book filled with your stories.
This event will take place at Muldoon Park, located at 5 Billerica Street.

Concert in the Courtyard ft. Evan Daniel Duo
2024-07-19 18:00 - 21:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
We’re bringing country music to the Courtyard with the Evan Daniel Duo! Enjoy an evening of your favorite country hits with a full outdoor bar, delicious selections from the Forge & Vine Food Truck, great summer vibes and dancing all evening long.
Free to attend, no reservations required. Food and drinks available for purchase. Family friendly event! Will move into Prescott Room in the event of rain.

Woburn Summer 2024 Outdoor Movie Series: Toy Story
2024-07-23 18:00 - 19:00 | City of Woburn, Liberty Park, Harrison Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801, United States
Double Header
We suggest you arrive early to pick out space on the lawn. Feel free to bring snacks & drinks with you, but in an effort to help keep our parks clean please make sure you take all your trash with you when you leave! Please also be respectful of others watching the movies by keeping talking to a minimum while the movie is showing! Movies with times associated start on time as they are shown on an LED screen. *Movie selections are subject to change per availability
Toy Story: Starts at 6pm
Homeward Bound: Starts at 7:30pm

Woburn Summer 2024 Outdoor Movie Series: Homeward Bound
2024-07-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Library Park, City of Woburn, Harrison Avenue, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801, United States

Park Pop-Ups: The Migrating Birds
2024-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Come join Lowell National Historical Park and Pollard Memorial Library for Pop-Ups in the Park! Borrow books or get a free library card from the bookmobile. Learn about migrating birds with fun activities!
Attendees can plan to meet outdoors in Boarding House Park, located at 40 French Street. Lowell National Historical Park visitors may park at the Hamilton Canal Innovation District parking garage at 350 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 either the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center at 246 Market Street, or at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum at 115 John Street.

The Caterpillar Lab
2024-07-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-25 17:00 - 19:30 | 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/.
