Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Bookstore Romance Day at lala books
2025-08-09 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | lala books, lala books, 189 Market St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
This Bookstore Romance Day lala books is celebrating our local Romance Writers.
Visit with Sara Marks, Elena Markem, K. Nies, Mary Hart, Becky Lee Whitehouse, Molly Kerr, Sebastian Nothwell, Nik Kiri, and Elizabeth Franta
Authors will give short readings from their work at both 1:30 and 3:30pm
Between readings, stop to chat with the writers, have your books signed, and meet other Romance book fans.
Romance Trivia at 2:15pm and anytime, try your luck in the raffle for a Book tote filled with Romance Reading and swag.
This is a great way to support local writers and find your next favorite romance titles. Free to attend, no reservations needed.
For a full calendar of bookish events, check out our website at lalabookstore.com

Meet the Scientist: Our Changing Ocean with Boston College at Discovery Museum
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, 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 impact of climate change on coral reefs and the Antarctic Ocean. These hands-on activities will offer valuable insights into the dynamic and vital world of ocean science!

Free Family Day at The Umbrella Arts Center
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Come to The Umbrella for FREE family fun!
Drop by any time during the two-hour time block Saturday, August 9: 2:00pm – 4:00pm to partake in a seasonal and creative craft led by one of our talented instructors!
Open to all ages and abilities. Registration appreciated (but not required).
For more information, visit our website:
https://theumbrellaarts.org/class/free-family-days-0

Silent Disco in the Park
2025-08-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
We’re unveiling six original compositions that tell the story of labor across Lowell’s long history and incorporate the labor soundscape from different eras. Come and experience this unique celebration of sound, history, and community!
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:
At a silent disco, music is transmitted through wireless headphones instead of speakers, creating a shared yet uniquely personal listening experience. You’ll get to wander (or dance!) in the park, watch live artists, and participate in hands-on activities while you listen.
2PM:
Hear from the composers about their process in a panel discussion
Participate in family-friendly activities with NPS Park Rangers
3PM:
Silent Disco Listening Experience
Live Art & Dance, Activity Tables
3:45:
Return headphones, Closing Remarks
In the event of inclement weather, the program will be moved to the Boott Cotton Mills Museum Event Center and Exhibits at 115 John Street.
This event is made possible by a generous grant from the Mellon Foundation and offered in partnership with Lowell National Historical Park.

Jane Lynch & Kate Flannery: The Trouble with Angels
2025-08-09 20:00 - 22:30 | Lexington’s Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The Trouble with Angels
An evening of mischief and music from two very familiar faces. It’s like the Rat Pack… but with a couple of broads.
Join Emmy Award-winner Jane Lynch and the hilariously charming Kate Flannery for a raucous night of comedy, song, and unapologetic mischief in The Trouble with Angels. With powerhouse vocals, razor-sharp wit, and more than a few surprises, these two beloved stars serve up a cocktail of classic tunes, campy banter, and devilish charm. It’s part cabaret, part stand-up, and all sass—because when these angels get together, heaven can wait.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2025-08-09 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-16 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Backyard and Beyond: Mud Kitchen at Discovery Museum
2025-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Come and play in Discovery Woods! We’ll be pouring, stirring, spraying, and experimenting with water and mud. Make mud pies, mud handprints, paint with mud and more! Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Lexington Celebrates!
2025-08-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Parades, pageants and pandemonium have defined the many commemorations of the 1775 Battle of Lexington and the first shots of the War for Independence. Over the centuries, thousands of people have descended upon the Battle Green to welcome Revolutionary War heroes like the Marquis de Lafayette on his tour of America in 1824. The anniversaries of the battle offered them a glimpse of President Grant in 1875 and a word from President Ford in 1975. On this land, protestors have sat and monuments have been built to the fallen. Join a Lexington Historical Society educator as they illuminate 250 years of stories full of crowds, chaos and celebrations!
Starting and ending at Buckman Tavern, this tour explores areas around the Lexington Battle Green. The tour is 1 hour long and covers about a 1/2 mile on flat ground.
Space is limited to 20 people. Ticket sales end at 6 PM the evening before the tour.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-08-11 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-12 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-08-18 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.

Kids' Paper Making - Summer Session
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Join Mindy for a Summer Session of Paper Making at the Museum of Printing in Haverhill (for kids pre-k through 12th grade.)
Paper Making Summer Sessions
$5 child ticket
https://www.mindypaper.com/store/p207/PaperSummerSessions.html
Tuesdays at 10am
July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 2025
at the Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA (Get map)
For children from preschool through highschool interested in creating with their hands, learning how to make paper and reuse scrap paper instead of throwing it away.
Learn a simplified method for making new paper sheets from scrap using a blender, water, and various molds and deckles. Ticket includes take-home paper making kit, optional for repeat participants.
Funding provided by the Haverhill Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.

Cold as Ice: Exploring a 300lb Block of Ice! at Discovery Museum
2025-08-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Things are getting chilly at the Discovery Museum! Experiment with different types of salt as you explore the unique characteristics of a 300-pound block of ice. Add in some liquid watercolors and discover just how cool science can be. Inclement weather may result in changes to the program, or cancellation.

Boarding House Park
2025-08-13 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-08-14 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

Wampanoag Singers and Dancers at Discovery Museum
2025-08-14 10:45 - 11:45 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us in welcoming the Wampanoag Singers and Dancers to Discovery Museum! A group of musicians and artisans from the tribal communities of Mashpee on Cape Cod and Aquinnah on Martha’s Vineyard, the Wampanoag Singers and Dancers encourage audience participation and prefer to sing with the people instead of for the people. Their performance of eastern social songs and dances will entertain visitors of all ages.

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2025-08-15 | 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

Lowell Farmers' Market
2025-08-15 13:00 - 17:00
More than just a place to shop, our market is a community gathering space where neighbors connect, kids play, and everyone can enjoy the best of local food and culture.
We offer fresh, locally grown produce, handmade goods, family-friendly activities, and a welcoming space for all. We proudly accept SNAP, WIC, and HIP, helping to make fresh, healthy food accessible to everyone.
Come for the food, stay for the community—there’s something here for everyone!

Concert in the Courtyard ft. JackRabbit Slims
2025-08-15 18:00 - 21:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for an evening of live music in the Courtyard at The Groton Inn | Forge & Vine, featuring JackRabbit Slims—a high-energy band known for their blend of classic rock, country, and upbeat favorites that are sure to get you dancing.
Enjoy delicious bites from the Forge & Vine Food Truck, drinks from our full outdoor cash bar, and a relaxed summer atmosphere. It’s a night of great music, great food, and fun for all—don’t miss it!
Admission is free, with food and drinks available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, the concert may move indoors or be postponed. Additional parking is available along Main Street.
Please note: We love seeing families at our events. For everyone’s safety, please keep a close eye on children, as the parking lot will remain active during the event.

Into the Floyd - The International Pink Floyd Tribute
2025-08-15 20:00 - 22:30 | Thomas E. Tidman Amphitheater at NARA Park, 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Brings alive the music of Pink Floyd by performing an authentic and diverse catalogue from the Wish You Were Here album (50th anniversary!)

Yoga on the Lawn
2025-08-16 09:00 - 10:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
We’ve partnered with the talented team at WellBeing Fitness to bring you a relaxing morning of fresh air while stretching your body, mind and spirit on the lawn overlooking stunning Gibbet Hill. All levels are welcome.
Head to the Forge & Vine Food Truck after yoga for Brunch and live music by Madison Blues.
Yoga is $25 per person, discounted rate available for Inn guests. Advance registration encouraged and available now.

Brunch at the Forge & Vine Food Truck
2025-08-16 10:00 - 13:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Head to The Groton Inn | Forge & Vine for a beautiful summer day on the Lawn! Our Food Truck will be serving up delicious sweet & savory breakfast and lunch selections, plus classic brunch drinks, cool beer, and refreshing wine.
Enjoy delicious bites and refreshing drinks al fresco with smooth tunes by Madison Blues. This acoustic duo known for their soulful harmonies and stripped-down renditions of classic rock, blues, and folk favorites. With heartfelt vocals and dynamic guitar work, they bring a timeless, easy-listening vibe to every performance.
Food Truck Socials are free to attend with no reservations required. Food and drinks are available for purchase—just bring yourself, your appetite, and good vibes! Additional parking is available along Main Street.

Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival
2025-08-16 10:00 - 18:00 | Vandenberg Esplanade‎, Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, United States
The Lowell Southeast Asian Water Festival is dedicated to the preservation, protection and sharing of cultural heritages of the Southeast Asian Americans in the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts.
Every third Saturday in August, hundreds to thousands of people from around the country and the world come to Lowell to celebrate water as it is celebrated in Southeast Asia. They come for the blessings, food, crafts, performances and (of course) the races.

Shawsheen Village West Historic Walking Tour
2025-08-16 13:30 - 15:00 | Andover Center for History and Culture, 97 Main Street, Andover, MA, 01810, United States
Enjoy a unique view of William Wood’s planned community known as Shawsheen. This walk highlights the area west of Route 28 when it was known as Frye Village and then illustrates the changes including “brick Shawsheen”, the neighborhood built for American Woolen Company’s upper management.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Terrain: Easy sidewalks
Registration is required
Cost: Pay what you like, starting at $12.50
Limited to 4-12
Location: The meet-up location for each tour will be emailed the day before the event.

Journey Down Elm Street Historic Walking Tour
2025-08-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Andover Center for History and Culture, 97 Main Street, Andover, MA, 01810, United States
Join us for an interesting journey down old Elm Street. See varied architectural styles and learn about the history of the Elm House Tavern, the Wonderland Theater, Free Christian Church and other iconic locations including Abbot’s Tavern where George Washington made a brief but infamous stop.
Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Terrain: Easy sidewalks
Registration is required
Cost: Pay what you like, starting at $12.50
Limited to 4-12
Location: The meet-up location for each tour will be emailed the day before the event.
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