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Artillery Demonstration — North Bridge Visitor Center

Experience the devastating power of artillery in 1775 and learn why the threat of Patriot cannon ultimately spurred the British Army into action. Between September 1774 and April 1775, Massachusetts Patriots raced British soldiers to secure large quantities of artillery and ammunition. Programs offered at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Firing dependent on weather and cannon crew. Co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park.

“Every Rock Has A Story” with Professor Ethan Baxter at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us for a rocky twist on Storytime with Ethan Baxter, Boston College Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences and host of "Every Rock Has a Story" on YouTube. We will explore the surprising stories locked inside dazzling rocks and minerals; feel free to bring your own!

Free with admission

Concord Patriots’ Day Parade

One of the nation's oldest celebrations of the first shot of the American Revolution, the Concord Patriots' Day Parade draws visitors from around the world. Reenactors, fife and drum corps, civic organizations, and community groups march through Concord. A jumbotron on Stow Street will simulcast the parade live for overflow crowds. Public transit and shuttles strongly recommended due to road closures and limited parking.

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

Concord Patriots’ Day Block Party

A free, all-ages block party in Concord Center celebrating Patriots' Day weekend. Featuring live performances by the Concord Women's Chorus, local bands, and Town Crier Josh Telepman on the Main Stage; food trucks including Tandoor & Curry, Bird's Nest Italian Street Food, and Whoopie Wagon; theatrical performances by Concord Traveling Players at 51 Walden; community booths; and pop-up activities. Art for All, Thoreau Society, and more.

Patriots’ Day Baseball Battle: CCHS vs. Lexington

Catch a revived community tradition as Concord-Carlisle High School and Lexington High School face off in their annual Patriots' Day baseball rivalry game at Emerson Field. Free admission; donations in support of Folds of Honor collected during the game. Festive touches throughout, including a Minuteman salute to start and wiffle ball for kids after.

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

Naturalization Ceremony — Lexington Battle Green

Lexington Battle Green 1625 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, United States

A naturalization ceremony on the historic Lexington Battle Green, welcoming new American citizens in one of the most symbolically resonant places in the country.

Meet the Artist: Sarah Spencer at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 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, […]

Free with admission
Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

Meet the Scientist: Our Changing Ocean with Boston College at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 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 […]

Free with admission
Boston Fleet at Tsongas Center

Boston Fleet at Tsongas Center

Tsongas Center Tsongas Center, 300 Arcand Dr, Lowell, MA, United States

Step onto the ice with the Boston Fleet and feel the electricity of elite women's hockey at Tsongas Center. Watch world-class athletes showcase speed, skill, and heart that'll leave you on your feet, from the opening face-off to the final buzzer. Four of the Fleet's players just returned from the Olympics  with medals—three gold medalists from Team USA and a bronze medalist from Team Switzerland—and you'll witness that same Olympic level intensity and excellence every game. Whether you're a longtime hockey fan or discovering the sport for the first time, there's nothing like live professional women's hockey—the energy in the arena is contagious, the plays are breathtaking, and you'll find yourself part of a community that gets louder and prouder every game. Come for the game, leave knowing you witnessed something special.

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission
Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

Community Panel Discussion

Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council 240 Central Street, lowell, MA, United States

Hear directly from local LGBTQ+ leaders, employees, and business owners as they share insights on the unique challenges and opportunities within the Lowell community. This panel discussion will explore how workplaces and organizations can create meaningful dialogue, strengthen connections, and foster environments where everyone feels welcome and respected. Part of the Building Belonging LGBTQ+ Business […]

Free
Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

Dance Prism Ballet Presents “Coppélia”

Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Coppélia is a lighthearted, family-friendly comic ballet—the perfect way to introduce children to the theater. Follow the story of Swanilda as she tries to discover the secret of the mysterious "mechanical doll" in Dr. Coppélius’s workshop. This performance is a wonderful opportunity to support a local regional arts organization and inspire your young dancer.

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Earth Week at Discovery Museum!

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join us this April school vacation week to celebrate and connect with nature! All week we will be exploring our connection to the Earth through science, art, and play. Special Earth Week programs run daily from 10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm. See daily schedule for details.

Free with admission

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” […]

Free