BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council - ECPv6.15.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T172043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T172043Z UID:10050382-1708779600-1708790400@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Games Around the World DESCRIPTION:All ages\nTraditional schoolyard games are an important part of childhood—no matter the culture! Join rangers to learn a game from around the world or teach us your favorite game! Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-games-around-the-world/ LOCATION:Mogan Cultural Center\, 40 French Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6478331;-71.309043 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mogan Cultural Center 40 French Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 French Street:geo:-71.309043,42.6478331 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T165135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T165135Z UID:10050381-1708772400-1708776000@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:All ages\nJoin a ranger for a birding walk through Lowell’s urban landscape! Over the course of an hour we will work together to spot and identify common birds\, and learn some of the basics of birding. We will have some birding supplies on hand (such as binoculars and field guides) to lend out for the duration of the walk. Please feel free to bring your own tools if you have them! Let’s find some birds. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-birding-walk/ LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T143000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T165026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T165026Z UID:10050378-1708691400-1708698600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell kids Week: Maritime Connections DESCRIPTION:All ages\nJoin rangers from three national parks to experiment with crafts that relate to our maritime neighbors. Learn to twist rope and how it would be made in centuries past. Create your own house flag so you can help others identify your home or ship as yours and try different methods to fold your own paper boats. Visit our website\nfor more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-maritime-connections/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T165010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T165010Z UID:10050377-1708686000-1708689600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Owls of Lowell in the Winter DESCRIPTION:Grades Pre-K-12; Registration required\nCome to the Lowell National Historic Park Events Center to meet some owls that you might see in Lowell this winter. Learn how to spot different owls\, recognize their calls and find out where to spot them. You might have an owl in your backyard or nearby park and not know it! Hear an owl story and ask questions about these wonderful\, mysterious birds! Please register by calling 978-970-5000. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-owls-of-lowell-in-the-winter/ LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T164904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T164904Z UID:10050375-1708682400-1708686000@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Try Fabric Printing DESCRIPTION:All Ages\nJoin rangers from two national parks to design and print your own patterns on fabric. Use inspiration from 19th Century fabric swatch books and fabric made here in Lowell. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-try-fabric-printing/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T193000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T162118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T162118Z UID:10050374-1708621200-1708630200@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Night at the Museum—Beginnings of Two Revolutions DESCRIPTION:All ages\nCome experience the Boott Cotton Mills Museum after hours. The looms have quieted but there’s still so much to experience in the museum. Join rangers from Minute Man NHP and Lowell NHP who will be dressed in historical clothing and comparing the beginning of the American Revolution to the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Come learn about the differences between farm oriented life versus factory life in the city. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-night-at-the-museum-beginnings-of-two-revolutions/ LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T162102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T162102Z UID:10050373-1708606800-1708617600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Creating Poetry in Parks DESCRIPTION:All Ages\nJoin rangers from three national park to explore the creation of poetry and the variety that can be found in poems through history. Follow a story walk and learn how to write a poem and then make your own little book to write your poems down in. Read and explore the poems that tell stories and were written at these national parks. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-creating-poetry-in-parks/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173120 CREATED:20240206T161406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T161406Z UID:10050368-1708527600-1708531200@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Paper Airplane Workshop DESCRIPTION:Grades 1-5\nDo you know how a paper plane works? Join us for this hands-on STEM activity as we create and design our own paper planes. Together we’ll learn about how the structure of a paper plane determines how it will fly. Also discover a new book with the Pollard Memorial Library Bookmobile Team that you can check out that day\nand even sign up for your own free library card! Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-paper-airplane-workshop/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240206T145548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T145548Z UID:10050367-1708524000-1708531200@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Stuffie Sleepover DESCRIPTION:All ages \nBring a stuffed animal friend and drop them off with a park ranger so your stuffed animal can spend a night at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum for a fun sleepover. The next day\, collect your stuffed animal at the Visitor Center after their sleepover with other stuffed animal friends. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. \nDrop off your stuffie at Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St.\, Lowell OR Boott Cotton Mill Museum\, 115 John St.\, Lowell. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-stuffie-sleepover/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T123000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240206T145457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T145457Z UID:10050366-1708515000-1708518600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Multi-Lingual Story Time DESCRIPTION:Ages 0-8\nJoin rangers to they share multi-lingual in French\, Spanish and English. Hear universal stories that connect us all to Lowell. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-multi-lingual-story-time/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240205T140226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T140243Z UID:10050350-1708437600-1708444800@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Building Community DESCRIPTION:All ages\, no registration required\nWhat do you think is important in a community? Join in with others to create a vibrant and exciting city! Choose a block and decorate it to be your perfect addition to our growing city. Then add it to the map to make your mark! Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-building-community/ LOCATION:Mogan Cultural Center\, 40 French Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6478331;-71.309043 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mogan Cultural Center 40 French Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=40 French Street:geo:-71.309043,42.6478331 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240205T143650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T143650Z UID:10050344-1708430400-1708437600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: SWON-- Shipbuilding Women of the Navy DESCRIPTION:All ages\, no registration required\,\nDuring World War II women all over America did industrial jobs to help win the war. Explore a few skills women used to build ships in Boston Navy Yard. Try you hand at building a circuit board. Pose for a “We Can Do It!” selfie. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-swon-shipbuilding-women-of-the-navy/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240205T150440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T150440Z UID:10050337-1708347600-1708354800@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Decorating Band Boxes DESCRIPTION:All ages\, no registration required\nThe Mill Girls used bandboxes to store their hats\, clothing\, and accessories. These decorative boxes were covered in wallpaper or specially designed patterned paper on the outside. The inside was covered in newspaper showing headlines\, articles\, and advertisements of the day. Choose among a selection of colorful paper or create your own designs to cover a bandbox. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-decorating-band-boxes/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240205T155342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T155342Z UID:10050334-1708264800-1708272000@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: Weaving With Thread DESCRIPTION:Grades 3 – 12\, no registration required\nJoin rangers to learn several different fiber art methods to make your own woven creations. Try your hand at cross-stitch with easy Lowell themed patterns\, weave on looms\, and even use your fingers to knit a yarn friend. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-weaving-with-thread/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240205T164440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T164440Z UID:10050333-1708174800-1708185600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Lowell Kids Week: National Parks in Winter DESCRIPTION:All ages\, no registration required.\nWinter in National Parks: Come join us at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center for fun free kids activities. Watch how winter is different in National Parks across the country. Decorate paper park ranger hats with your own snowflakes and learn to identify animal prints in snow.  Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/lowell-kids-week-national-parks-in-winter/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T200000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20240125T140541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T140541Z UID:10050192-1706639400-1706644800@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Eco-Films Series: Dead Sea Guardians DESCRIPTION:For this first film “Dead Sea Guardians” – Historic enemies unite to save the Dead Sea from disappearing. The film follows three swimmers who cross the Dead Sea to inspire actions to save it. \nThe 2024 Eco-Film Series is presented by the Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust on the last Tuesday of every month\, January through June. This free series is offered annually in partnership with the Lowell Film Collaborative and are screened at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center. \nThe 2024 line-up covers topics such as: historic enemies uniting to save the Dead Sea\, mushroom harvesting on public lands\, a 200-mile trek on the L.A. aqueduct\, and the extraordinary lives of Steward Udall and Betty Reid Soskin. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/eco-films-series-dead-sea-guardians/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Talks and Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dead-Sea-Guardians-1.jpg GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230508T131038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164829Z UID:10027167-1697972400-1697979600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Jessica Peill-Meininghaus: Needlefelting- Practice IS Perfect DESCRIPTION:About Art in the Park \nJoin LNHP and diverse local artists for our Art in the Park series of plein air (outdoors) art workshops. Under the guidance and teaching of local artists\, we will use Lowell as a backdrop for inspiration and expression. Join in to grow your creative skill in different mediums\, from drawing and watercolor to portrait work and acrylic painting. Lowell is a City of Artists – Each artist will bring their own expertise to share with you and help facilitate your own process of creating. \nPlease note the age guidance for each workshop -some workshops are more well-suited to younger artists and family groups than others. The program is free\, but space is limited\, and reservations are required. Please call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot. \nLearn to turn dyed wool into pictures and sculptures using a barbed needle known as a felting needle. \nMaterials used: \nSheep’s wool\, felting needles\, foam pads\, pipe cleaners\, woven fabric (as base)- if you have any felting supplies and wish to bring it\, that would be great! \nSuggested Audience \nAges 6+ Felting needles are very sharp so hand-eye coordination is important\, children should be accompanied by an adult for supervision at all times. \nAbout the Artist \nJessica lives with her family in New England. There she makes art\, writes\, plays in her studio\, teaches\, walks in Nature and plots ways to re-wild her yard while feeding the birds. She has been felting for over 30 years and making art in many forms since she could barely walk. \nPlease call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-jessica-peill-meininghaus-needlefelting-practice-is-perfect/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/D6EAAFA0-D638-47DF-A192E86533369674.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230505T201601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T201601Z UID:10027162-1695553200-1695560400@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Claire Gagnon Drawing Class: Lowell Architecture DESCRIPTION:Today’s Program\nIn this class\, students will learn how to get inspired by the beautiful Lowell architecture. Concepts such as vanishing point and horizon line. Using the buildings on Middle Street and on Shattuck Street\, the teacher will start with a simple demonstration\, then the students will draw. Some of the students may have time to do a few drawings\, and others will only do one drawing during the allotted time. \nMaterials used:\nsketchbook\, pencils\, eraser. Also recommended: light chair\, hat\, sunscreen\, water to drink \nLocation\nMary J. Bacigalupo Victorian Garden (21-25 Shattuck St\, Lowell\, MA 01852). \nSuggested Audience\nAdult Students of all levels. No prior experience required. \nAbout the Artist\nClaire Gagnon has been teaching for 5 years. She created Chez Claire Art School in 2018 and teaches adult painting and drawing classes at the Brush Art Gallery and Studios in her studio. Claire’s approach to teaching is very gentle and inspiring for students. Teaching is personalized. Claire started painting in 1995 and is very passionate about creation and outdoor drawing and painting. \nCall 978-970-5000 to reserve your spot URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-claire-gagnon-drawing-class-lowell-architecture/ LOCATION:Lowell National Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowelll\, MA\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6443745;-71.3121981 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowelll MA 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=246 Market St:geo:-71.3121981,42.6443745 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230508T131112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T145831Z UID:10027166-1694948400-1694955600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Jean Winslow: SoulMapping DESCRIPTION:SoulMapping is a practice based on SoulCollage\, an art form that combines collage and personal imagery. It doesn’t require any special art experience\, just a desire to create beautiful and meaningful images that will serve as guides on life’s journey. There will be a sharing of the images included at the end of the session. \nSuggested Audience \nAdults 18 and up \nSupplies/ Equipment Required \nNone; all will be provided by Lowell National Historical Park \nAbout the Artist \nJean Winslow is an artist who is also an art therapist and clinician in private practice with over 40 years working with individuals and groups. She has been offering SoulMapping groups in her studio for the past nine years and has her own SoulMapping and journaling practice that she recommends to all those who attend SoulCollage/SoulMapping workshops. \nAbout Art in the Park \nJoin LNHP and diverse local artists for our Art in the Park series of plein air (outdoors) art workshops. Under the guidance and teaching of local artists\, we will use Lowell as a backdrop for inspiration and expression. Join in to grow your creative skill in different mediums\, from drawing and watercolor to portrait work and acrylic painting. Lowell is a City of Artists – Each artist will bring their own expertise to share with you and help facilitate your own process of creating. \nPlease note the age guidance for each workshop -some workshops are more well-suited to younger artists and family groups than others. The program is free\, but space is limited\, and reservations are required. Please call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot. \nMost programs will be outdoors\, with either rain locations or rain dates. Some programs may require participants to bring their own supplies\, although LNHP strives to provide supplies when possible. Participants are encouraged to bring their own preferred art supplies if appropriate. \nAbout The Brush Art Gallery & Studios \nThe Brush Art Gallery & Studios (https://www.thebrush.org/) is located in the Lowell National Historical Park across the courtyard from the Visitor Center. This dynamic and captivating place was originally founded by the Lowell Historic Preservation Commission\, U.S. Department of the Interior. The Brush presents museum quality exhibitions\, educational programs\, and has collaborated with many other nonprofit groups. Artists occupy studio spaces to interact with and educate the public on a weekly basis. Currently\, eleven studio artists produce paintings\, illustration\, photography\, jewelry\, sculpture\, ceramics\, quilts\, and handwoven items. Associate artists display work in the common area. The Brush Art Gallery and Studios is a nonprofit\, 501(c)(3) organization. The Brush is supported by the Lowell National Historical Park. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-jean-winslow-soulmapping/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/D6BEA83B-C2D9-8169-C098DDEA079B6FCF.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230508T131130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164726Z UID:10027165-1693134000-1693141200@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Paul Richardson: Photography in the Park DESCRIPTION:About Art in the Park \nJoin LNHP and diverse local artists for our Art in the Park series of plein air (outdoors) art workshops. Under the guidance and teaching of local artists\, we will use Lowell as a backdrop for inspiration and expression. Join in to grow your creative skill in different mediums\, from drawing and watercolor to portrait work and acrylic painting. Lowell is a City of Artists – Each artist will bring their own expertise to share with you and help facilitate your own process of creating. \nPlease note the age guidance for each workshop -some workshops are more well-suited to younger artists and family groups than others. The program is free\, but space is limited\, and reservations are required. Please call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot. \nAll programs will be outdoors\, with either rain locations or rain dates. Please bring your own supplies\, some events LNHP will have limited supplies on hand for shared use read the full description to see the Materials Used section for the workshop. The materials used in each workshop are listed below. \nA walking photographic tour of the National Park led by a photographer with over fifty years experience in photographing the city. Guidance and tips for photographing architecture will be provided. Wear comfortable walking shoes. \nMaterials Used\nAttendees please bring a Camera\, a phone camera will be ok as well. \nCall 978-970-5000 to reserve your spot. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-paul-richardson-photography-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/D6B0FBD2-C6B4-C6FB-D9066CA02B6AFB0F.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230508T131311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164627Z UID:10027164-1691924400-1691931600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Lolita Demers: Clay Animal Sculptures DESCRIPTION:Using Hand building techniques create with self-hard clay an animal of your choice (bird\, mammal\, turtle\, etc. \nPlease bring an apron as the paint is permanent. \nAges 10 to adult\, maximum 7 participants \nArtist: Lolita Demers \nLolita has made functional\, decorative\, and sculptural pottery for 47 years. She has also created glass art using fusing\, mosaics\, lampworking\, glass painting\, glass inclusion in resin\, etc. \nLolita taught art for 40 years\, 21 years of which was in the Lowell Public System. \nCall 978-970-5000 to reserve your space. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-lolita-demers-clay-animal-sculptures/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/D69BD2FE-036D-F109-CED1227E67A7C489.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230709T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230508T141128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164535Z UID:10027163-1688896800-1688904000@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Tom Whiting: Digital Plein Air Along the Merrimack DESCRIPTION:At the event visitors will draw/paint a plein air scene on the banks of the Merrimack River with the assistance of the instructor \nSuggested Audience: People interested in doing art digitally in nature\, ages 12 and up] \nTom Whiting is a studio artist at the Brush Art Gallery in Lowell\, Massachusetts. He has training in Oil and Acrylic painting\, drawing\, and ceramics. His current concentration is in digital art in a representative style. \nCall 978-970-5000 to reserve your spot. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-tom-whiting-digital-plein-air-along-the-merrimack/ LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230505T201112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164445Z UID:10027161-1686470400-1686502800@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Claire Gagnon: Drawing Lowell Architecture DESCRIPTION:In this class\, students will learn how to get inspired by the beautiful Lowell architecture. Concepts such as vanishing point and horizon line. Using the buildings on Middle Street and on Shattuck Street\, the teacher will start with a simple demonstration\, then the students will draw. Some of the students may have time to do a few drawings\, and others will only do one drawing during the allotted time. \nMaterials used:\nsketchbook\, pencils\, eraser. Also recommended: light chair\, hat\, sunscreen\, water to drink \nLocation\nMary J. Bacigalupo Victorian Garden (21-25 Shattuck St\, Lowell\, MA 01852). \nSuggested Audience\nAdult Students of all levels. No prior experience required. \nAbout the Artist\nClaire Gagnon has been teaching for 5 years. She created Chez Claire Art School in 2018 and teaches adult painting and drawing classes at the Brush Art Gallery and Studios in her studio. Claire’s approach to teaching is very gentle and inspiring for students. Teaching is personalized. Claire started painting in 1995 and is very passionate about creation and outdoor drawing and painting. \nCall 978-970-5000 to reserve your space URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-claire-gagnon-drawing-lowell-architecture/ LOCATION:97 University Ave\, Lowell\, 01854\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230528T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230528T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230510T164417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T164417Z UID:10027160-1685271600-1685278800@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Raksha Soni: Sunflower in Watercolors DESCRIPTION:Participants will work to create a sunflower in watercolor with tips and help from the instructor. \nSuggested Audience\nAges 10 and Up \nAbout the Artist\nAfter 20 years of diligent work as a software Engineer\, Raksha Soni began an epic second act: to follow her true calling for Art. She founded Brush & Paisley in 2017\, to bring her art to new audiences. As an artist she is prolific and has had over a dozen exhibitions where she has showcased her signature style; from intricate Mahbubani/Mandala drawings to lush\, opulent landscapes that capture the nostalgia and emotion of different places. Along with furthering her own journey as an artist\, she teaches young kids and helps them express and harness their creativity and find their artistic voice. \nPlease call 978-970-5000 to reserve a spot. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-raksha-soni-sunflower-in-watercolors/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St\, Lowell\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/D664B569-F097-7B64-10AE5B452E35B9ED.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6444497;-71.3124716 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center 246 Market St Lowell MA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center\, 246 Market St:geo:-71.3124716,42.6444497 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T173121 CREATED:20230511T165220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T165221Z UID:10027170-1684058400-1684065600@revolutionaryvalley.org SUMMARY:Art in the Park with Mary Hart: Wise Owls DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month join us and create majestic owls based on a kite design from Thailand. Participants will trace\, cut out\, color and decorate this owl using heavy paper\, markers and oil pastels\, colorful streamers will be attached with help from the instructor. URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/art-in-the-park-with-mary-hart-wise-owls-2/ LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Free Events,Kids & Family ORGANIZER;CN="Lowell National Historical Park":MAILTO:phil_lupsiewicz@nps.gov GEO:42.6472986;-71.3066893 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lowell National Historical Park Boott Cotton Mills Museum Counting House 115 John Street Lowell 01852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=115 John Street:geo:-71.3066893,42.6472986 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR