Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

TICK, TICK… BOOM! at The Umbrella Arts Center
2025-11-06 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-08 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of TICK, TICK… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads of love, ambition, and artistic purpose.
Before Rent, there was TICK, TICK… BOOM!. This autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, is the story of a composer and the sacrifices that he made to achieve his big break in theater. TICK, TICK… BOOM! takes you on the playwright/composer’s journey through his quarter-life crisis that led to a Broadway blockbuster.
His girlfriend wants to get married and move out of the city, his best friend is making big bucks on Madison Avenue, and yet Jon is still waiting on tables and trying to write the great American musical. Set in 1990, this compelling story of personal discovery is presented as a rock musical filled with instantly appealing melodies and a unique blend of musical theater styles.
Shows run Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30PM, Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM. A special KidCare Show on Nov 2 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher.
Dinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Oct 18 and Nov 6 performances.
The performance will run in rotation with The Umbrella’s production of the heartfelt play The Counter, a Boston-area premiere, in the Black Box Theater from Sep 26 through Nov 9.
** Indicates a member of Stage Directors And Choreographers Society

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2025-11-07, 2025-11-14 | The Salted Soul Salt Cave, 340 Great Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Every Friday, Anabel is here offering private reiki sessions in the cave. Get your salt therapy and reiki healing all at once. Investment is $145.
Appointment options are:
*10:00-11:00am
*11:30-12:30pm
*1:00-2:00pm

Bessie’s Closet at Discovery Museum
2025-11-07 15:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
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.
Friday, November 7 through Sunday, November 9, 2025 | Fri. 3:30 – 7:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am – 3pm

Lao United Church of Christ in Lowell
2025-11-08 08:00 - 15:00 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Join Lao Christian Fellowship @ Christ Church United. Guest bring food, not required. Positive and enlightening Loa knowledge. Very welcoming.

The Santa Experience – A Magical Holiday Portrait Session
2025-11-08, 2025-11-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Luciana Calvin Photography Studio, 21 Central Square, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
📍 Luciana Calvin Photography Studio, Chelmsford MA
📅 Two Saturdays Only – November 2025
🎟 Limited Spots Available
Step into a storybook Christmas with The Santa Experience—a one-of-a-kind holiday portrait session designed to capture the wonder of childhood and create heirloom artwork your family will treasure forever.
This isn’t your typical mall Santa. Your child will enjoy a private visit with Santa in a beautifully styled holiday set, with time to interact, share wish lists, and enjoy sweet moments—no rushed lines or forced smiles.
✨ Each session includes:
• A personalized experience with Santa
• A beautifully designed holiday set
• Access to heirloom-quality artwork and albums
• A complimentary gift for each child
• $100 product credit when you book during Christmas in July (through July 31)
Perfect for families who want more than just a snapshot—The Santa Experience brings the magic of the season to life in the most heartwarming way.
🎄 Booking & details: https://santa-experience.com

The Debo Ray Experience
2025-11-08 20:00 - 22:30 | Crossroads Music Series, Crossroads Music Series, 190 Academy Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845, United States
Grammy nominated vocalist extraordinaire, Debo Ray, and her all-star band perform original music from her debut album as well as re-imagined covers as only Debo can. Possessing an incredible vocal range and versatility, she seamlessly captures the soulful richness of R&B, drawing inspiration from various genres to create a unique and captivating sound. A charismatic performer and storyteller, she connects deeply with her audience, leaving them nourished with the depth of her artistic impression.
Debo Ray’s current self-titled album is a bold, genre-blending statement of identity and empowerment — a ten-track journey through love, loss and resilience, delivered with vocal firepower and lyrical depth.
“Debo Ray’s self-titled debut is a genre-defying triumph of powerhouse vocals.”
We Write About Music
“What can’t Debo sing?”
Jon Garelik, Boston Globe

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2025-11-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Fall Festival Craft & Vendor Fair
2025-11-09 10:00 - 14:00 | chemlsford american legion, 90 Groton Rd, N. Chelmsford, 01863, United States
Get ready for an exciting shopping spree on November 9th at the Chelmsford American Legion!
Our annual Fall Festival Craft & Vendor Fair will feature numerous locals offering a wide variety of unique gifts, decorations, and other must-haves. By supporting these small businesses, you’ll be able to cross off everything on your shopping list while making a positive impact on your community.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to shop, give, and receive!
*Bring a non-perishable item and receive a free entry into our door prize drawing, all while contributing to Thanksgiving baskets for those in need.

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-11-10 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
June 15-August 31, 2025
Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Museums Open Veterans Day
2025-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Lexington History Museums invites you to visit our four unique museums, the Lexington Depot, Buckman Tavern, Munroe Tavern, and the Hancock-Clarke House, this Veterans Day to reflect on our heritage as the Birthplace of American Liberty. Visit our newest museum at the Depot to see stories of Lexington’s military history beyond the American Revolution, through the Vietnam War and today.
Military, veterans, and spouses are free today!

A Celebration of Light: Lantern Light-up at Discovery Museum
2025-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Have you noticed the days are getting shorter? The sun is starting to set earlier, nights are getting darker, and we even turned our clocks back to make our mornings brighter. Around this time of year, many cultures even celebrate holidays by including lights in their festivities. Join us as we make one-of-a-kind lanterns and light up the afternoon with a lantern procession through Discovery Woods! Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

The Flavors of Bedford
2025-11-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-12 17:30 - 20:30 | Courtyard Billerica Hotel, 270 Concord Rd., Billerica, MA, 01821
Join us for an amazing array of food to sample and enjoy. Local restaurants showcase their creativity and style presenting appealing appetizers, enticing entrees and delectable desserts to tempt your tastebuds. What a fabulous opportunity to sample old favorites and find new loves! Beer and wine will be available for purchase.

Boarding House Park
2025-11-12 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-11-13 10:00 - 12:15 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for kids and a welcoming space for families to connect and thrive. After the performance, climb on Lowell National Historical Park’s trolley for a free ride.
Learn more about the free concerts for kids on the Lowell Summer Music Series website: lowellsummermusic.org/pages/kids

Luminosity: Western Avenue’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser & Celebration
2025-11-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Ave, Lowell, MA, United States
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, join us for Luminosity — a night of art, exploration, and impact celebrating 20 years of creativity at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts.
Home to nearly 400 artists across 300 studios and lofts, Western Avenue is one of the largest artist communities in the country — and the largest in New England.
Explore open studios, enjoy live performances and vibrant exhibitions, and take part in exciting silent and live auctions. And don’t forget to dress luminous… ✨
Proceeds support our mission to keep studios affordable and sustain a thriving creative community, ensuring artists can continue to live, work, and create here for years to come.
More details to come soon!
If you are interested in getting involved in the event, or becoming a sponsor, please contact marketing@westernavenuestudios.com.

Thrive'sGiving 2025
2025-11-13 17:30 - 20:30 | UTEC, UTEC, 35 Warren St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
AN EVENING of COMMUNITY & GENEROSITY to MAKE RESTORATIVE REENTRY POSSIBLE!!
Join us for an evening of celebration, community awards & generosity!
Thrivesgiving2025.eventbrite.com
Schedule for the evening includes:
Mocktail Hour with Social Stations: Holiday Card Writing for incarcerated people, Take Action station for social change, Volunteer Information, and more!
Dinner: Tasty autumn bowls by UTEC
Program: Champions of Reentry Awards, Inspiring Words, & Live Performances
*Parking is on-street or in the nearby garage.

Taste of the Season Farm Dinner
2025-11-13 17:30 - 21:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
At Forge & Vine, our Taste of the Season dinner series celebrates the beauty and importance of sourcing locally. Every ingredient tells a story—of the farmers, fishermen, and foragers whose dedication sustains our region and enriches our community. By choosing local, we not only support our economy and environment but also reduce our collective footprint, keeping the bounty of Massachusetts—its fertile farms, coastal harvests, and iconic maple syrup—at the center of our table.
Join us for an evening that honors these connections and the incredible seasonal flavors that define New England. Tickets include a cocktail hour featuring handcrafted canapés, followed by a five-course dinner with expertly paired wines. Hosted in the Four Seasons Room at Forge & Vine, this exclusive 21+ event invites food lovers to gather, savor, and celebrate the season together.
We want every guest to enjoy their meal—please let us know of any allergies beforehand, and we’ll gladly accommodate when possible.
Seating is limited – reserve your spot today! Tickets are $155 per person including tax and gratuity.

CBA Community Swap
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Mercier Center, 21 Salem Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Bring something, take something! An opportunity for local residents to drop off gently used items (clothes, household items, etc.) that are no longer wanted and find items donated by others. All free of cost.
Location: Mercier Center 21 Salem St, Lowell MA
Contact: Dolores Sierra dolores.sierra@cbacre.org 351-353-3335
¡Trae algo, lleva algo! Una oportunidad para que los residentes locales dejen artículos en buen estado (ropa, artículos del hogar, etc.) que ya no necesiten y encuentren artículos donados por otras personas. Todo gratis.
Ubicación: Mercier Center, 21 Salem Street Lowell
Contacto: Dolores Sierra dolores.sierra@cbacre.org 351-353-3335

2nd Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival
2025-11-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Budweiser Brewery Experience, 221 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH, 03054, United States
Get Ready for the 2nd Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival!
Join us on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 12PM-5PM, at the Budweiser Brewery Experience in Merrimack, NH, for an unforgettable day filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great vibes!
Foodies Rejoice: Enjoy mouth-watering dishes from the best food trucks, featuring cuisines from around the globe!
Artisan Shopping: Discover unique treasures and handcrafted goods.
Cold Brews Await: Sip on refreshing Anheuser-Busch beverages to complete your experience.
This event is the perfect outing to bring your friends and family together for an incredible day of great food and good times. Don’t forget to come hungry!
Don’t wait – snag your half-off General Admission Tickets now! Advance tickets are just $5 with prices increasing to $10 at the gate. Remember, festivals are rain or shine – so come prepared for a fantastic time, no matter the weather!
For discounted tickets, packages and more information, visit our website: https://www.foodtruckfestivalsofamerica.com/merrimack

Deadgrass Celebrates the Works of Jerry Garcia
2025-11-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Bedford Town Hall, 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, 01730, United States
The Bedford Cultural District’s New Song Music Series welcomes Deadgrass on Saturday, November 15.
Deadgrass is a string band jamgrass adventure through the music of Jerry Garcia, formed by Matt Turk and Grammy-award winner C Lanzbom. Joined by bassist Dave Richards, banjo player Boo Reiners, and fiddler Kensuke Shoji, this group of seasoned pros celebrates and interprets Garcia’s music on the instruments that first inspired him.
Matt Turk, a veteran multi-instrumentalist, has performed with Pete Seeger, opened for Judy Collins and the Doobie Brothers, and played major venues from Lincoln Center to The Beacon Theatre. Lanzbom brings studio and touring credits with Bruce Springsteen, Crystal Bowersox, and Soulfarm, and runs Sherwood Ridge Studio.
Dave Richards performs in Hamilton on Broadway and has played with Rosanne Cash and the Indigo Girls. Boo Reiners has collaborated with Steve Martin and The Klezmatics. Kensuke Shoji, a Berklee-trained jazz violinist, brings global influences and deep improvisational roots.
Tickets are $30 ($25 up to one week prior to the event) and may be purchased at https://newsongbedford.org. Performances are in the Reed Room of Bedford’s Town Hall. Doors open at 6:45 and the music begins at 7:30. A selection of sweet treats and beverages will be available at the event.
