Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Self-Publishing and On-Demand Printing
2024-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Jim Hamilton, author/illustrator of the recently published book, “Falling: Amazing Survival Stories,” will speak on “Self-Publishing and On-Demand Printing” at the Museum of Printing, Haverhill, MA on Saturday June 22nd at 1 pm. Members attend free. Others can attend with Museum admission. Jim has self-published numerous books and is a long-time proponent of the power of self-publishing and on-demand printing. He was the editor of the CAP Ventures’ book, “The Print On Demand Opportunity” in 1996. He is the author and self-publisher of non-fiction works such as “The Writing 69th” and “The Black Cats of Amherst.” He also transcribed and annotated the book “We Unite to Serve: The Wartime Diaries of Reverend Stoddard Lane.” He is a graduate of Amherst College and holds a master’s degree in Printing Technology from the Rochester Institute of Technology. For more on his work see www.greenharbor.com.

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

Chelmsford Market on the Common
2024-06-22 11:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Chelmsford Common, North Road, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 01824, United States
Farmers and artisans market of local vendors offering fresh local food, handmade crafts, and more. Each week during the season brings a different assortment of vendors so check the social media pages for more specific details!

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.

Lowell Summer Music Series: Ben Folds
2024-06-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Ben Folds is widely regarded as one of the major music influencers of our generation. The Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter-composer has created an enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records.
For the past three decades, he’s toured as a pop artist, while also performing with some of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras. A New York Times Best Selling author and podcast host, Ben also composes for film, tv and theatre, guest stars in films and TV, and serves as the Artistic Advisor to the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.
A longtime advocate for arts and music education funding, Ben launched a music education charitable initiative in his native state of North Carolina entitled “Keys For Keys,” which provides funds and keyboards to existing nonprofits that provide free or affordable music lessons to interested school-age children. On the national level, he’s active as a member of Americans For The Arts and the Arts Action Fund.
Advance GA $76.00 ($65.00 ticket + $11.00 service fee)
Advance Premium $184.50 ($165.00 ticket + $19.50 service fee)

Day Of GA $87.00 ($75.00 ticket + $12.00 service fee)
Day Of Premium $195.50 ($175.00 ticket + $20.50 service fee)
Premium Seats are low-to-the-ground chairs which we provide and are located in the first several rows for each show. Go to the seat map on the ticketing page for each show to see the actual layout. For photos, please visit the the FAQ’s on the Lowell Summer Music Series website.
Kids age 12 and under are admitted free (general admission seats only) if accompanied by a ticket holder, courtesy of Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union. *
*If this show is moved indoors due to inclement weather, there will be no free kids ticket promotions due to capacity limitations, only paid ticket holders may attend.

Untold Stories of Our Region featuring Chichi Enu
2024-06-21 17:00 - 20:30 | 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.
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All events are open to non-Acton residents.

ConcordPride
2024-06-21 08:00 - 2024-06-23 17:00 | Concord Visitor Center, Concord Visitor Center, 58 Main St, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Join us for a month-long celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride in Concord, MA! ConcordPride is being celebrated for the first time in Concord, MA with joy and excitement and the intention of lifting up the LGBTQIA community. Concord Pride demonstrates the town’s explicit commitment to affirming the lived experiences and celebrations related to the LGBTQIA+ community that take place annually during the month of June.
ConcordPride is a month-long series of events and activities sponsored by local organizations that provide fun and educational ways to learn and celebrate during the month of June culminating in a weekend of festivities June 21-23.
ConcordPride Fest begins with a flag raising in Monument Square, a rally and march down Main St followed by events, music, crafts , entertainment and food throughout the day in both Concord and West Concord. The event is fun, free, family-friendly and welcomes all.

Summer Solstice Party in the Schramsberg Garden at the Inn at Hastings Park
2024-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
An ode to the blissful rhythm of summer of warm days and long evenings. The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s ONLY Relais & Châteaux property, is hosting an al fresco summer solstice cocktail party in its exclusive Schramsberg Garden tucked between the Inn’s main building and its masterfully restored barn. This stylish summer solstice soiree celebrates the first day of summer and longest day of the year with refreshing Schramsberg Vineyard selections and solstice-inspired passed appetizers amidst a symphony of lush, colorful flowers and fragrant garden herbs.

Classic Car Show ft. Allen James Band at The Groton Inn
2024-06-19 16:00 - 19:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us at Forge & Vine for a great evening of autos, set right on our lawn overlooking stunning Gibbet Hill. Enjoy live music by the Allen James Band, explore a variety of classic cars, mingle with other car enthusiasts, indulge in refreshing drinks, and dine on delicious bites from the new Forge & Vine food truck.
Free to attend, no reservations required.

Antislavery Walking Tour
2024-06-19 12:00 - 12:30 | Concord Museum, Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Coinciding with the celebration of Juneteenth, join us for a walking tour introducing participants to the Concord women and men who played a crucial role in the abolitionist movement in the years leading up to the Civil War. This tour includes a significant amount (over 1.5 miles) of walking on hilly, unpaved terrain. $10 Members | $20 Non-members. Includes Same-day admission to the Concord Museum.

Juneteenth Family Performance
2024-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Concord Museum, Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Join us for a celebratory Juneteenth performance with the Boston-based Benkadi Drum and Dance Company. With vivid costumes and uplifting energy, the multicultural company performs traditional West African rhythm and movements with singing, drumming, and dancing. Participate in the dancing and learn West African traditions. Free. Advanced Registration Required.

Tuesday Trivia at The Groton Inn
2024-06-18 19:00 - 21:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Bring your A-game and get ready for a night filled with laughter, competition, and fun at The Groton Inn’s new Trivia Night! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and head over to our Courtyard for a great evening out.
Tickets are free and the maximum team size is six. Grab tickets for your whole group here. We’ll be waiting with fun questions, good music, and prizes for our winners. See you there and game on!
Free to attend, pre-registration encouraged but not required. Food & drink available to purchase.

Lord Hobo 6.17k Charity Run
2024-06-16 10:00 - 17:00
Join Lord Hobo for their annual 6.17k Charity Run! Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome. Following the race, enjoy the parking lot party with local food vendors, activities and live music.
Please visit Lord Hobo’s website for registration details!

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2024-06-15 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-06-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

MASSACHUSETTS PIRATES VS. SAN ANTONIO GUNSLINGERS
2024-06-15 19:00 - 21:30 | Tsongas Center, Tsongas Center, 300 Arcand Dr, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Watch the Mass Pirates vs. San Antonio Gunslingers

Concert in the Courtyard ft. Just One Sip
2024-06-15 18:00 - 21:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
We’re excited to announce an amazing evening of live music in the Courtyard featuring one of our favorite local bands Just One Sip!
Bring your friends and family to enjoy an unforgettable night of great music, delicious food, and fun vibes. We’ll have bites from the new Forge & Vine food truck, full outdoor cash bar, and plenty of space to dance and enjoy a beautiful summer evening.
Free to attend, no reservations required. Seating is first come, first serve, but feel free to bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the music from the lawn! Food and drinks available for purchase.

Greater Lowell PRIDE
2024-06-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Lowell City Hall, Lowell City Hall, 375 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Greater Lowell PRIDE is celebrated annually in Lowell, with the intention of uplifting the LGBTQIA community.
12:00PM – 12:30PM: Flag Raising at Lowell City Hall, 375 Merrimack Street
12:30PM – 1:00PM: Parade from Lowell City Hall to Boarding House Park
1:00PM – 4:00PM: Festival at Boarding House Park, 40 French Street

Acton Pride Festival
2024-06-15 12:00 - 15:00 | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join Acton Pride for a fun-filled afternoon at NARA’s Beach! Beach admission will be free throughout the event. Games and fun including music! This is a free event open to the general public.

Pre-Father’s Day printing activity at the Museum of Printing
2024-06-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
This Saturday (June 15th) from 10 am to 4 pm we are hosting a special pre-Father’s Day printing activity at the Museum of Printing, Haverhill, MA.
Join Christine Mistretta, the Museum of Printing’s Acting Executive Director, as she helps visitors create a personalized greeting card for Dad. You can pick from a number of historic images and combine them with a message plus your Dad’s name reproduced in hot metal. This special activity is free with your Museum membership.

Bedford Cultural District Music Arts Festival
2024-06-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road, 75 Great Road, Bedford, MA, 01730, United States
The Bedford Cultural District Partnership (BCDP) will be holding a Music & Arts Festival 2024 on Saturday, June 15th, on the Bedford Common (75 Great Road).
Entertainment, education, and fun for all ages. Features diverse musical groups performing during the day, interactive art projects, open houses, local community booths, activities for kids and adults, and artisans selling or demonstrating their crafts.

Acton Pride Drag Show
2024-06-14 20:00 - 22:30 | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join Acton Pride for its second Drag Show. This event will feature a variety of performers. This event is geared for mature audiences. Tickets if not purchased in advance can be purchased at the gate for $15 cash or $15 plus processing fee for credit cards.

Open Mic Night
2024-06-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Mill No. 5, Mill No. 5, 250 Jackson St, Lowell, MA, United States
Open Mic night is back! Every first and third Friday, come share your music! Express yourself! Grab a drink, enjoy some food & support your local arts community!!

Butch Heroes: A Conversation with Ria Brodell
2024-06-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Concord Museum, Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Ria Brodell is a non-binary trans artist, educator, and author with a current solo exhibition at the Fitchburg Art Museum. Ria joins us at the Museum for a conversation on their ongoing series entitled Butch Heroes. Through this revelatory project of historic excavation and Queer reclamation, they create real or imagined portraits of their subjects that recover and celebrate previously lost moments in LGBTQIA history. Free for Members | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual

Gold For Ghosts: Rick Beyer's Amazing Campaign for History's Hidden Heroes
2024-06-13 19:00 - 20:00 | The Depot
Nearly 20 years ago, while living in Lexington, author and filmmaker Rick Beyer learned the incredible story of the WWII deception units known as The Ghost Army. He soon launched a quest to tell the world about their exploits, and to make sure what they did would never be forgotten. That led to the Ghost Army documentary (2013), the book (2015), and finally the Congressional Gold Medal (2024), the highest honor Congress can bestow.
Now Rick returns to Lexington to recount his epic Ghost Army journey. It began on a winter’s day in a Lexington coffee shop, and after inumerable twists and turns, culminated in a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol presided over by the Speaker of the House. Rick will share insights, anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes adventures from this wild 20-year ride that so many people in Lexington took part in. All illustrated with rarely seen photos and footage. A story about what it really takes to see history preserved and remembered.
“The Ghost Army” is one of those remarkable projects where the underlying story of bringing the history to light winds up nearly as compelling as the historical tale itself. Rick Beyer will share both those stories June 13.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers, $5 veterans, active duty military FREE.
Doors will open at 6:30 for refreshments.

Raising Adventurous Eaters
2024-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Chelmsford Public Library, Chelmsford Public Library, 25 Boston Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
Join Katie Badger, a Registered Dietitian, owner of EveryBody Nutrition Counseling, LLC and mom of 2 for an evidence-based series to help you navigate various stages and challenges of feeding children.
The toddler years can be some of the most challenging when it comes to feeding. During this presentation we will consider the different degrees of picky eating, discuss strategies that can help make meal and snack time more fun for everyone involved and address some common concerns such as navigating sugar.
This workshop is geared toward caregivers of children ranging roughly from 1-6 years old.

Chelmsford Municipal Open House
2024-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Chelmsford Public Library, Chelmsford Public Library, 25 Boston Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
Become more engaged in your community!
Interested in getting involved, but not sure where to start? Drop in to this open house at the library. Meet different board members and learn about these municipal groups foster change and growth for our community. Meet new people and get your questions answered! Check back here for a list of organizations that will be featured soon.
Committees and organization that have so far signed up to have tables and information include:
Age Friendly Implementation Committee
Arts and Technology Education Fund Committee
Board of Assessors
Conservation Commission
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Dog Park Advisory Committee
Holiday Decorating Committee
Library Trustees
Recycling Committee
School Committee
Open Space and Recreation Plan
Municipal Vulnerability Program 2.0
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Cultural Council
Planning Board
Come find out what you can offer our community!

Wine-INN Wednesday
2024-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
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.

Still Here: Houses of Our Patriots
2024-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
The second event in the Acton 250 series “Still Here: Houses of Our Patriots” will be a presentation about the Nathaniel Edwards House, 328 Pope Road, on Monday, June 10 at 7PM. at the Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main St Acton, MA 01720. The speaker will be the house’s co-owner, David Hardt, who has done extensive research on this mid-18th century center-chimney building. For more information and to register: https://tinyurl.com/HardtHouse to attend in person or via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/Acton250-ZOOM. Please find all Acton 250 programming at http://www.actonma.gov/250.
