Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

The Umbrella Arts Center presents: NOW. HERE. THIS.
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-11-10 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-09 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-11-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Umbrella Arts Center presents NOW. HERE. THIS., a musical jaunt full of humor, heart, and self-discovery that reminds us of the importance of life’s simple moments and the power of human connection.
Four friends embark on a – figuratively – cosmic adventure to their past and back again, sharing stories along the way about hiding/identity, laughing, living, dying…and middle school, in an attempt to step directly into that elusive “present moment”. From the creative minds behind “[title of show]”, Now. Here. This is more than just a musical – it’s a celebration of life, love, connection, and the boundless potential of the human spirit.
“Astutely directed and choreographed by Larry Sousa, and the cohesive cast faithfully execute the staging expertly from start to finish.” – Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG.
Playing through Nov. 17!
Photo by Jim Sabitus

Jesse Cook at Cary Memorial Hall
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Lexington’s Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Beyond his prolific accomplishments as a beloved Nuevo Flamenco guitarist over the past 25 years, JESSE COOK has honed his skills as a composer, producer, arranger, performer and, more recently, filmmaker and content creator.
By the numbers, Jesse Cook has ten platinum and gold studio albums with combined sales exceeding two million copies, 700 million streams online, five concert DVDs and live discs, five PBS specials, a library of over 300 YouTube videos, a JUNO Award win and 11 nominations, three Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards, a Gemini Award, and an Acoustic Guitar Magazine Player’s Choice Silver Award to his credit.

Open Mic Night
2024-11-15 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!!

Healing Sound Bath with Luna Sol Spiritual Wellness at Moonlight & Mindfulness, Dracut
2024-11-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Moonlight & Mindfulness, Moonlight & Mindfulness, 91 Mill St # 7, Dracut, MA, 01826, United States
I invite you to relax and unwind with a guided meditation followed by the soothing and healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, shamanic drums, chimes, rainsticks and more.
Feel free to bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, and/or anything else you may need to be comfortable as you drift into a state of bliss.
“Even in the darkest times, light is always present. Let your spirit illuminate the way.”
This class is taught by Brittany of Luna Sol Spiritual Wellness.

Charles A LIVE at Forge & Vine
2024-11-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for an evening of live acoustic music with the talented Charles A.! Enjoy his smooth guitar melodies and soulful covers that will set the perfect vibe for your night out. Gather your friends, order your favorite bites and drinks, and keep the good vibes going this November.
Free to attend, reservations encouraged at Forge & Vine’s OpenTable page or over the phone at 978-448-9200.

Wine-INN Wednesday
2024-11-13 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.

Acton 250 Committee presents: One for the Revolutionary Road: Taverns and the American Revolution
2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, 01720
Northeastern University Professor Malcolm F. Purinton discusses the role of the tavern in local society as the colonies headed into the American Revolution. There were few places more important in colonial and revolutionary America than local community taverns that played witness to local, regional, and national events in American history. Decisions made in these cozy environments had important and far-reaching consequences ranging from protest planning to actions such as the Boston Tea Party.
Recordings will be on our website and ActonTV https://actontv.org/on-demand/education shortly after the event. Please see https://www.actonma.gov/250 for all programming and don’t forget our commemorative store https://tinyurl.com/ACTON250STORE!
Generously supported by the Acton Lions Club and Acton Memorial Library.

Book Chat on The Revolutionary Samuel Adams by Stacy Schiff
2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Munroe Tavern, 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The Revolution is coming! New for 2024-25, our Book Chat series will examine books and biographies that explore the people and legacy of the American Revolution – just in time for 250th anniversary celebrations.
Stacy Schiff’s latest book explores one of the most pivotal figures in the Battle of Lexington – who was not even from Lexington! When Paul Revere rode into town on the night of April 18th, 1775, his mission was to alert Adams and John Hancock – two of the most radical and well-connected revolutionaries in Massachusetts – that the British raid on military supplies in Concord may include their arrest for treason. The need for the leader of the Revolution to hide in a sleepy suburban town initiated a chain of events that would change American history forever. But how did a man from an affluent family become the fiery politician we know today, who orchestrated some of the most important events of the Revolution? Join us for a discussion on Schiff’s book and Adams’s life to find out!
Please note that due to construction at the Depot, Book Chats for the 2024-25 season will take place in the archives and Research Center at Munroe Tavern.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

Veterans Day Parade 2024
2024-11-11 | Woburn Common, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801, United States
On behalf of The Honorable Mayor Michael P. Concannon in collaboration with the United Veterans Council and the Department of Veteran’s Services for the City of Woburn, would like to cordially invite you to participate in our annual Veteran’s Day parade and ceremony on Woburn Common, Monday, November 11th, 2024.
We will be marching from the South End of Woburn, Main and Cross Street (Bill and Bob’s) to the Common.
We will muster at 10:00AM at Main and Cross Street, call to order will be at 10:15AM and forward at
10:30AM to Woburn Common. The Veteran’s Day ceremony on the common will start at 11AM.
You are additionally invited to this year’s Veteran’s Day Week Activities. Please join us for these events to honor those veterans that have served our country, many at great cost. Please feel free to contact our office if there are any questions. We look forward to your participation in our tribute.

18th Century Music at Buckman Tavern
2024-11-10 11:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Drop in to meet Historical Society guide and musician Darlene Wigton as she demonstrates 18th century guitar music. You can even learn a song and join in!
Included with museum admission.

Sunday Brunch at The Westford Regency
2024-11-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-03 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:
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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

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2024-11-09 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-11-02 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Celtic Thunder: ODYSSEY at Lowell Memorial Auditorium
2024-11-09 19:30 - 20:30 | MA
Celtic Thunder is gearing up for its 15th tour of the USA and Canada. Their new show is called Odyssey and is a fascinating exploration of Irish music and culture, a sweeping voyage through the heartlands of traditional Irish music, the rhythmic pulse of contemporary Irish music, and the innovative original arrangements that are emblematic of the ensemble’s unique sound. The shared musical chemistry of Celtic Thunder’s lead vocalists gives the show its compelling power, while each singer adds their distinctive voice and charm to this musical journey, creating a harmonious blend that appeals to a broad spectrum of tastes.
Celtic Thunder has been hailed as BILLBOARD’s Top World Music Artist 5 times, along with Top World Music Imprint and Top World Album (2008, 2009, 2011,
2015 and 2016). The Celtic Thunder official YouTube channel, “Thunder Tube” has received over 350 million views since its inception in 2008 and has 415,000 active
subscribers.

Hands-On History: Toys and Games
2024-11-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
18th century kids – and adults too – worked hard, but still had time for fun, with homemade toys and games! Stop by Buckman Tavern between 1:00 – 4:00 PM to see how colonial kids had fun, and try a toy for yourself!
Included with museum admission.

Harvest Fest is This Weekend at Wilson Farm!
2024-11-09 11:00 - 2024-11-10 16:00 | Wilson Farm, Lexington MA, Pleasant Street, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02421, United States
Come celebrate our 140th Harvest Nov 9 & 10 11am-4pm.
Hayrides, Food Samples, Carnival Games, Birthday Cake and Ferris Wheel Rides!

Merrimack Repertory Theatre Presents: Frankenstein
2024-11-08 20:00 - 2024-11-24 16:00 | Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Merrimack Repertory Theatre, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
“There’s something at work in my soul which I do not understand.”
A dark evening of ghost stories springs to haunting life in this adventurous adaptation of Mary Shelley’s famous novel. Replete with love, horror, power, and unholy experimentation, Frankenstein illuminates the question: what makes us monsters?
Join the Merrimack Repertory Theatre as they present Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein by David Catlin! To view showtimes and purchase tickets, please click the link below.
No showings Monday November 11 & 18, and Tuesday November 12th & 19th, 2024

New Japan Pro-Wrestling of America at Lowell Memorial Auditorium
2024-11-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
For the first time in five years, New Japan Pro-Wrestling returns to Lowell MA! As NJPW is on the path to a historic Wrestle Kingdom weekend, who will control their destiny with Fighting Spirit Unleashed?
Leading the charge is this year’s G1 Climax winner, Zack Sabre Jr., along with IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion David Finlay and STRONG Openweight Champion Gabe Kidd. Also returning to U.S. soil are rising stars Shota Umino and Yota Tsuji, continuing to bring the Fighting Spirit to America, along with BULLET CLUB’s KENTA. Also no stranger to the U.S. scene, Tomohiro Ishii returns after competing in several contender matches across the ocean this year.
There will also be a four-way match with the winner earning a chance at Mercedes Moné’s STRONG Women’s Championship. The first participant is already announced: AEW star Anna Jay! After her participation in this year’s STARDOM 5STAR Grand Prix, she’s hungry for more international success.
CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE. All sales are final. No request for cancellations, exchanges, changes or refunds shall be honored.
Check out the Meet & Greet options at 4pm.

Irish Night at Owen & Ollie’s, Dracut
2024-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Owen And Ollie’s, 91 Mill Street, Dracut, MA, United States
Join us at Owen & Ollie’s on the first Thursday of every month for Irish Night!
Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious Irish food, and a chance to win exciting prizes such as gift cards and a hoodie.

Maria Frattura Jazz Duo LIVE at Forge & Vine
2024-11-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for an evening filled with smooth jazz, delicious seasonal dining, handcrafted cocktails, and more at Forge & Vine!
Live music by the talented Maria Frattura Duo is from 5:30pm-8:30pm.
Reservations are encouraged and available at Forge & Vine’s OpenTable page or over the phone at 978-448-9200.

Fiddle Hell
2024-11-07 07:00 - 2024-11-10 18:00 | Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, 219 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
This popular music festival at the Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center in Westford MA offers jam sessions, workshops, and performances celebrating fiddling, with participants of all skill levels.
300 Workshops, 20 Concerts, 35 Jams!
Registration – with senior & junior discounts – is OPEN for Fiddle Hell in person, November 7-10, 2024

Bessie’s Closet at Discovery Museum
2024-11-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Friday, November 1 thru Sunday, November 3 | Fri. 3:30 – 7:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am – 3pm
Museum Admission not Required
Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required, but also not included. All items are available free of charge, take what you need! Items available in Bessie’s Closet are dependent upon donations received.

Atomic Black Coffee & Cocktails Event at The Groton Inn
2024-11-02 17:00 - 20:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the rich flavors of Atomic Black Espresso Liqueur, crafted right here in Massachusetts! Immerse yourself in the world of coffee-infused delights as we showcase tantalizing samples and custom cocktails crafted with this unique liqueur.
Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: The Groton Inn – Keep’s Conservatory & Lobby
Enjoy live music by the talented singer and guitarist John Inza, creating the perfect backdrop for a night of relaxation and enjoyment. Savor our special chef-curated menu featuring delicious coffee-infused dishes that complement the bold flavors of the liqueur.
Don’t miss out on this unique experience—come sip, savor, and discover this local spirit with us!
Event is free to attend with no registration required. Food & drinks available for purchase. Full cash bar.

GIVING PEACE | October 30 – November 24, 2024 | Loading Dock Gallery
2024-11-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
The Loading Dock Gallery’s November exhibition, “Giving Peace,” is a show of fine art and craft, with a wide range of unique gifts for everyone on your list. Come and celebrate with friends and family. It will inspire you as you enter the holiday season. For that generous host, consider candles, hand-thrown pottery, or a whimsical lamp. Scarves, hand dyed and hand-made, offer a colorful embrace. “Giving Peace” also includes a selection of fine art for the wall and here is where you’ll find gifts for hosts, friends, and relatives. Pick something for yourself too.
The annual Loading Dock Gallery show, “Giving Peace,” will be on display October 30 through November 24, 2024 at the Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, Noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday, until 4pm Sunday. Reception 3-5pm, Saturday, November 2, 2024. More at www.theloadingdockgallery.com.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501c3.
