The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings

Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, United States

1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions, declaring independence from the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing […]

Protest and Promise – The American Revolution in Lexington (ongoing event)

The Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library 33 Marrett Road, lexington, United States

December 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026 This ongoing exhibit highlights Lexington’s pivotal role in the American Revolution as the site of the conflict’s opening battle and a powerful symbol of colonial resistance to British rule. Lexington’s significance lies not only in this first battle but also in what it represented. The town embodied the […]

Witness to 1775 House Walking Tour

Lexington Visitors Center 1875 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, ma, United States

On Saturday, May 16, the Lexington Visitors center will host four separate tours as follows: Tour 1: 9:00am – Features six Witness Houses and a visit to Hancock-Clarke House Tour 2: 11:00am – Features seven Witness Houses and a visit to Munroe Tavern Tour 3: 2:30pm – Features seven Witness Houses and a visit to […]

Second Annual Paul Revere’s Bike Ride

Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join us on a ride through the historic towns of Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Bedford, and Carlisle on the second annual Paul Revere’s Bike Ride for the Concord Museum. Starting at the Concord Museum near the historic town center, cyclists can choose to ride a 19 or 32 mile loop on paved roads, passing many Revolutionary […]

$75

“Spring Into West Concord Day” on Saturday, May 16th!

Fowler Library 1322 Main street, Concord, United States

Join all of the West Concord businesses for our annual "Spring Into West Concord Day" on Saturday, May 16th! Lots to enjoy - music, art projects, crafts sales, sidewalk sales, face painting, plant sale....and more! Come support our West Concord businesses! SCHEDULE : 11:00-11:45 - Rock-a-Bye Beats performing on “The Green” 12:00-2:00 - Becky and […]

Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light at Bedford Town Hall

Bedford Town Hall 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, United States

On May 16, New Song welcomes Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light, a Boston-based string band blending folk tradition, feminist storytelling, poetic detail, and just enough grit. Sumner—formerly of Twisted Pine—has earned wide recognition, including the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Award (Folk), a Kerrville New Folk Competition win, and five original songs archived at the Library […]

$22.13

Meet the Artist: Nami Yamaguchi at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, United States

Join local fiber artist Nami Yamaguchi to explore wet felting, a process using water, wool, and your hands! We’ll layer and play with colorful wool to create a double-sided, soft piece of artwork. Historically a rug-making technique, this meditative mode of art-making engages both the body and mind.

Free with admission

Bingo and Brunch for the Arts

Warp and Weft Warp and Weft, 197 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States

A Community Gathering for the Lowell Center for the Arts! Join us for a relaxed and welcoming morning at Bingo & Brunch for the Arts, a community gathering in support of the Lowell Center for the Arts and the revitalization of the historic Smith Baker Center. This casual brunch event brings together supporters, partners, and […]

15th Anniversary Celebration—The Robbins House Move

The Robbins House 320 Monument St, Concord, MA, United States

May 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Join us as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of a milestone in Concord’s history—the relocation of the Robbins/Garrison family home and the opening of The Robbins House museum. The program begins at 11:00 AM with a panel discussion featuring those involved in the relocation, sharing firsthand stories […]

Romantic Spring: A Choral/Orchestral Collaboration

Oyster River Middle School 1 Coe Drive, Durham, NH, United States

Manchester Choral Society will join forces with the Seacoast-based ensemble Portsmouth Pro Musica for a major choral-orchestral project featuring Franz Schubert’s Mass in E-flat and Felix Mendelssohn’s Psalm 42. Performances will bring together more than 90 singers, with professional soloists, and a full orchestra. Manchester Choral Society Music Director Dan Perkins and Portsmouth Pro Musica Music Director Priscilla French will share the podium for this collaborative effort, […]

$30

LGBTQ+ Meditation in Brighton | Rainbow Sangha (Boston)

The Presentation School Foundation Community Center 640 Washington Street, Boston, MA, United States

Rainbow Sangha is a weekly meditation circle created for the Boston LGBTQ+ community. This is a welcoming, beginner-friendly space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect — with yourself and with others. Whether you're completely new to meditation or have an established practice, you are welcome here. What to Expect • A warm, inclusive environment • […]

Free