Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

TOMMY EMMANUEL
2024-04-14 19:30 (America/New_York) | Lexington’s Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The real-time exuberance Tommy brings to every note of every song he plays is palpable and infectious. His fans are in love with his unbound talent as a guitarist of multitudes, his ability to play three parts at once, always with pure heart and real soul. He is a true virtuoso. But he seems as delighted always with the magic of the music as the audience, if not more, and his joy illuminates everything.
It’s one thing to play these multi-dimensional arrangements flawlessly on an acoustic guitar. But to do it with that smile of the ages, that evidence of authentic, unbridled delight, is an irresistibly infectious invitation to feel his music as deeply as he does. “The joy, ” he says, “is there always because I’m chasing it through music. Seeing the surprise in peoples’ eyes is worth living and working for… I can’t help but play to the people with all my heart, which is overflowing with joy of being in that moment that I’ve worked all my life for. And here it is!”
VIP 1 – Tommy Emmanuel CGP Meet & Greet Package
– Premium reserved ticket in the first 15 rows
– Pre-show Meet & Greet with Tommy Emmanuel CGP
– Autographed 8×10 photo
– Early venue entry
– Early access to merch table
VIP 2 – Tommy Emmanuel CGP Front Row Meet & Greet Package
– Premium reserved ticket in the front row
– Pre-show Meet & Greet with Tommy Emmanuel CGP
– Autographed 8×10 photo
– Early venue entry
– Early access to merch table
You’ll receive an email from support@seated.com 48 hours before the event with instructions for redeeming your VIP package.
VIP activities may occur up to 3-4 hours before the show, please plan accordingly.
The original purchaser must show their ID at VIP check-in to redeem the package elements.
All attendees need both a show ticket and a VIP package to attend VIP programming. No parental escorts without their own package allowed.
VIP merchandise must be picked up during check-in at the show unless otherwise communicated.
Seated reserves the right to cancel packages for any reason. VIP elements are non-transferable and not valid if resold.
Communication about your purchase may be sent via SMS to the provided phone number. For any questions, contact Seated’s friendly Fan Experience team at support@seated.com.

Midnight Ride Dinner
2024-04-14 20:00 - 23:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
On the evening of April 18,1775, Paul Revere was summoned and given the task of riding on horseback from Charleston to Lexington, approx. 12.5 miles, to inform two leaders of the Sons of Liberty, John Hancock and Samuel Adams who were staying in Lexington, with the news that British soldiers stationed in Boston were about to march into the countryside northwest of the town. During his famous Midnight Ride, Revere alerted the countryside of the British military movements with shouts of “the Redcoats are coming!” Not long after sunrise, on April 19, 1775, Capt. John Parker led 77 local militiamen, faced arriving British troops. Someone — still unknown to this day — fired a shot, provoking the start of the American Revolution.
Located in historic Lexington, MA, the Birthplace of American Liberty, the Inn at Hastings Park’s Town Meeting Bistro will be honoring this historic event with a NEW event – a Midnight Ride Dinner. Guests will enjoy a delicious 5-course Colonial-themed feast created by Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi paired with local area brews and spirits from 8 pm-11 pm in a communal dining setting. This dinner is for adults only, 21+. Dinner is bookable online.
A nod to America’s Revolutionary era when town meetings were influential in New England, where a town’s residents came together to discuss issues, deliberate collective actions etc., Town Bistro Meeting owner (and Lexington resident), Trisha Pérez Kennealy, named Town Meeting Bistro as a tribute to the form of government that has long been popular throughout New England. It is the essence of democracy as citizens represent themselves. It also celebrates what the Inn and Town Meeting is to Lexington — a place for people who live and visit the town to meet.
Guests are invited to add an overnight stay at the Inn at Hastings Park so they can easily segway into attending the reenactment at the Lexington Battle Green the next morning on Patriot’s Day, April 15, 2024, which begins at 5:30 am, a 5 minute walk from the Inn.

Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment
2024-04-14 23:30 - 2024-04-15 00:15 | Hancock-Clarke House, 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, 02420, United States
Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th, 1775. Paul Revere and William Dawes, fellow Sons of Liberty, rode hard from Boston, arriving in town just before midnight. Their destination: The home of Reverend Clarke. Their mission: To warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British raid.
Start your Patriots’ Day early as they arrive and raise the alarm in Lexington! Join us for a live reenactment, complete with real horses!
FREE and open to the public!

First Shot: The Day The Revolution Began
2024-04-15 09:00 - 12:00 | The Depot
Take a closer look at the Battle of Lexington and why the Revolution started here during this special multi-part program! Each presentation starts with the viewing of our award-winning short documentary “First Shot: The Day the Revolution Began”, followed by a Q&A session with reenactors. Ask them all of your questions about the Revolution, and what it’s like to recreate it in modern times. Then, the Lexington Historical Society Colonial Singers invite you to join them in song, sharing the most popular tunes of the day and some political music history along the way.
Screenings at 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00 AM.
$10 adults/$5 children ages 6-16.

Creating Communal Gifts with Chanel Thervil
2024-04-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Monday, April 15 through Friday, April 19, 10:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Whether it be a school, library, place of worship, or even a museum, spaces where communities gather make life more vibrant. Join us for a special program series with inaugural Artist in Residence, Chanel Thervil as she invites you to create a gift for a community space you cherish. Chanel will bring these individual creations together in a one-of-a-kind art installation titled Communal Gifts that will remain on display in the museum.
To learn more about artist and educator Chanel Thervil and her work, visit her website www.chanelthervil.com

Patriots' Day at the Concord Museum
2024-04-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Concord Museum, Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Enjoy free admission to the Museum and visit the immersive April 19, 1775 gallery to see the “One if by land, two if by sea” lantern hung in the North Church to signal Paul Revere on his midnight ride. During your visit, participate in drop-in activities to learn about life and craft in the colonies. Sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation.
Witness the brave Acton Minutemen company in an encampment outside the Museum as they drill with muskets to prepare for battle, cook over a firepit, and demonstrate colonial spinning and sewing. Supported by the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati.
Beware of a Red Coat from the British Army roaming the galleries looking for Provincial rebels. Talk with him about the experiences of the Red Coats on April 19, 1775. Supported by the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati.

Tour of Lowell Humane Society
2024-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | lowell humane society, Lowell Humane Society, 951 Broadway St, Lowell, MA, 01854, United States
Ages 5 – 12, Registration Required
If your kids love animals, this tour is for you! Please come down to the Lowell Humane Society and we will show you what we do to tend to the animals in our care. You will get to see parts of the shelter that are typically not open to the public. Lots of cute, furry friends to interact with. Please register by emailing jen@lowellhumanesociety.org.

Community Conversations: Education
2024-04-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, 246 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States
The City of Lowell has always put quality education for everyone in the forefront. Join us for an evening of exploring what education is, was, and can be, and how it contributes to the vibrant community that we enjoy.
Guest speakers include:
Frank Clark, education ranger at Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center
Greg Haas, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment at Greater Lowell Technical High School
Caroline Rowe, Lowell Managing Director for International Institute of New England
Community Conversations explores a wide variety of topics that are relevant to our contemporary communities with strong foundations in our past.

The Porch on Windy Hill
2024-04-15 19:00, 2024-04-16 19:00 | Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Merrimack Repertory Theatre, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Written by Sherry Stregack Lutken, Lisa Helmi Johanson, Morgan Morse and David M. Lutken
Conceived and Directed by Sherry Stregack Lutken
A bi-racial Korean classical violinist, Mira, and her music history grad-student boyfriend, Beck, escape months of Covid-isolation to the mountains of North Carolina. Their journey takes a surprising turn when they meet Edgar, and Mira faces a flood of memory, pain, hope, and discovery that follows. A moving, modern American play about family- with enough music for a real ‘hoot ‘n’ holler’ as the cast- Lisa Helmi Johanson, Morgan Morse, and David Lutken perform a dozen traditional and bluegrass gems. The quintessentially American melodies running through The Porch on Windy Hill illuminate a young woman’s complex, contemporary tale of healing.

Revolutionary Scavenger Hunt
2024-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | The Depot
Where is the Parker boulder? Is there a weathervane on the Belfry? What happened at the Harrington House? No matter how long you’ve lived in Lexington, there is still plenty for your kids to discover! Have them test their clue-solving and observation skills with a Revolutionary-themed scavenger hunt that takes them to sites around the Lexington Green. Fun and an official completion certificate for all ages! ​Start and end at the Depot Building in Lexington Center.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (the hunt is self guided)
Free!

Healthy Teens Healthy Relationships
2024-04-16 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-17 10:00 - 15:00 | YWCA Lowell, 41 Rock St, Lowell, 01852, United States
Ages 13 – 17 • Registration Required • Hosted by YWCA of Lowell, Acre Youth Center
Location: YWCA of Lowell, Acre Youth Center, 41 Rock St, Lowell
Join YWCA Lowell in collaboration with Lowell Community Health Center Teen BLOCK for a dynamic, informative, interactive, and experiential series of workshops. Learn information and skills needed to help form healthy relationships and protect yourself from pregnancy and STDs. Gain communication, conflict resolution, and healthy coping skills. Improve financial literacy through learning about budgeting, credit, and loans. Nutritious Lunch and snacks provided at each session, receive a $50 gift card for completing all three sessions! Please register by calling or emailing Christine Napolitano, Cnapolitano@ywcaoflowell.org or 978-458-9983.

Open Gym
2024-04-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell, 657 Middlesex St, Lowell, 01851, United States
Grades 3 – 6 • No Registration Required • Hosted by The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell
Location: Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell, 657 Middlesex St, Lowell
The Lowell Boys and Girls Club will open their gymnasium for active games and kinesthetic activities. The gym will be fully staffed with safety for all participants as our main objective. More information can be found at https://lbgc.org/.

Bookmobile Visit
2024-04-16 13:00 - 15:00 | All Arts League Of Lowell, 307 Market Street, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
All Ages • No Registration Required • Hosted by Pollard Memorial Library Bookmobile Team
Location: Arts League of Lowell, 307 Market St, Lowell
Visit the librarians of the Pollard Memorial Library bookmobile as they join Arts League of Lowell. Discover a new book that you can check out that day and even sign up for your own free library card! Find out more at https://lowelllibrary.org/services/bookmobile/.

Family Movie and Craft
2024-04-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Pollard Memorial Library, Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
All Ages • Registration Required • Hosted by Pollard Memorial Library
Location: Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St, Lowell
Families are welcome to join us for a special movie matinee featuring a new live action movie about a famous candy maker. Children can make their own candy necklace and a craft while they watch the movie. Popcorn and soda will be provided while supplies last. *Please notify us if you have any food allergies. Sign up begins on Monday, March 25, 2024. Please register online at lowelllibrary.org/events or by calling the Children’s Reference Desk (978) 674-1529.

Cardboard Sculpture Fun
2024-04-16 13:00 - 15:00 | All Arts League Of Lowell, 307 Market Street, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Grades K – 4 • No Registration Required • Hosted by Arts League of Lowell
Location: Arts League of Lowell, 307 Market St, Lowell
Let your imagination run wild as we create fanciful 3D cardboard animals. Cut, fold and color in this free form workshop—parents too! This workshop celebrates worldwide International Sculpture Day in April.

Weaving Workshop
2024-04-16 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-16 15:00 - 16:00 | 97 University Ave, Lowell, 01854, United States
All Ages • Registration Required • Hosted by Tsongas Industrial History Center and Lowell National
Historical Park
Location: Boott Cotton Mill Museum, 3rd Floor, 115 John St, Lowell
Learn how cloth is designed, patterned, and made in this unique hands-on workshop. Weave your own piece of cloth using hand looms. Learn the difference between warp and weft, and have fun in the process! Two sessions. Please register by calling 978 970-5000.

Figure Sketching/Drawing
2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Brush Art Gallery & Studios, Brush Art Gallery & Studios, 256 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States
Ages 10 – 14 • Registration Required • Hosted by Donna Berger at The Brush Art Gallery and Studios
Location: Brush Art Gallery & Studios, 256 Market St, Lowell
With Donna Berger, students will learn approaches for making quick figure drawings. Grids will be provided to help with proportions and size. Students may be asked to act as models for short 10-minute poses. Please register at https://www.chezclaireartschool.com/event/202019/free-art-classes-for-kids-and-teens-wed-4-17.

Children’s Reenactment
2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:15 | 97 University Ave, Lowell, 01854, United States
Calling all aspiring young Patriots and Redcoats! Lexington Historical Society, in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot, welcome all willing participants for an interactive reenactment of the Battle of Lexington! Participants will be trained by members of the Lexington Minute Men or His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot before getting the chance to march onto the historic Lexington Battle Green and reenact the first battle of the American Revolution. Guardians are encouraged to drop off their children for training and return to view the battle reenactment. After the battle, participants will have a chance to interact with members of both the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment.
Choose from 10:00 – 11:15 AM or 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
$10 per child with pre-registration, or $15 day of (if available)

Watershed Exploration at the Spaulding House
2024-04-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust, 383 Pawtucket St, Lowell, 01854, United States
All Ages • Registration Required • Hosted by Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust
Location: Spaulding House, 383 Pawtucket St, Lowell
Step back in time and immerse yourself in Lowell’s rich industrial history at the third oldest home in the city, dating back to circa 1760. Discover Lowell’s industrial past and learn about its connection to the local watershed using the Enviroscape Watershed Model. Explore the impact of human activity on the environment and gain insights into preserving Lowell’s greatest natural resource the Merrimack River. Please Register at https://lowelllandtrust.org/about-us-2-2/event_rsvp/.

New England Quilt Museum Free Admission Day
2024-04-17 10:00 - 16:00 | New England Quilt Museum, New England Quilt Museum, 18 Shattuck St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
All Ages • No Registration Required • Hosted by the New England Quilt Museum
Location: New England Quilt Museum, 18 Shattuck St, Lowell
Families can enjoy free admission to the New England Quilt Museum and visit fiber artist Dawn Allen’s latest series, Domestic Partners, which captures the relationships that humans share with their animals. Many of the images depict humans and animals together, illustrating aspects of their emotional connection. Others, which feature animals alone, invite the viewer to look into their eyes and contemplate their inner lives. Learn more about the museum and exhibitions at https://www.neqm.org/.

The Fish in Your Backyard
2024-04-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
All Ages • No Registration Required • Hosted by Lowell National Historical Park
Location: Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell
Join us to explore all about fish and how we use our local water! Learn the basics of fishing, and make your own fish out of recycled bottle. Visit our website for more information: go.nps.gov/qp165j.

Exploring Watercolor for Teens
2024-04-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Brush Art Gallery & Studios, Brush Art Gallery & Studios, 256 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States
Grades 6 – 12 • Registration Required • Hosted by Chez Claire Art School at The Brush Art Gallery and Studios
Location: Brush Art Gallery & Studios, 256 Market St, Lowell
Claire Gagnon proposes an exciting way to explore with watercolor. Paint critters, animals, fantastic beasts, or anything you like! Let your imagination run free. Please register at https://www.chezclaireartschool.com/event/202019/free-art-classes-for-kids-and-teens-wed-4-17.

Walk Along the Merrimack
2024-04-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
All Ages • No Registration Required • Hosted by Lowell National Historical Park
Location: Meets at Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell
Follow a ranger along the riverwalk next to the Merrimack River. Look for birds, animals along the riverbanks and the evidence that spring is here. Visit our website for more information: go.nps.gov/qp165j.
