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Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Hancock Street Architecture

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, United States

When the Battle of Lexington was fought in 1775, Hancock Street was a country lane with just two houses. The next 150 years saw many houses built with various architectural styles. Come take a stroll and learn about the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Gothic Revival homes that populate the street today. Leaves from...

$10 – $15

Event Series Stories in Stone Graveyard Tour

Stories in Stone Graveyard Tour

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, United States

Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. From skulls and crossbones, to willow trees and urns, this is the perfect place to see the history of how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death through beautiful artwork. Discover how mortuary art has changed over...

$10 – $15

Steps Against Melanoma – Chelmsford

Byam Elementary School Maple Road, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States

For 17 years, AIM at Melanoma's walks have been a symbol of hope and support for our community. These walks are also the number one way we raise funds to end melanoma, and your participation makes all the difference. The money you raise goes to AIM’s groundbreaking research initiatives like our International Melanoma Tissue Bank...

Free

Backyard and Beyond: Outdoor Yoga at Discovery Museum

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

Move your body and connect with nature while doing outdoor yoga! Yoga improves physical and mental strength, like self-awareness and focus. Kelly Western, professional yoga instructor, will lead a fun yoga class for children and adults that incorporates balance, strength, stretching, and mindfulness in the context of connecting with nature. Yoga mats available. (Optional: Bring...

Capillary Action Leaves at Discovery Museum

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

Join us to see science and art combined! Create a colorful fall leaf then practice your pipetting skills as you add some water to see how capillary action works to change up your design. Free with admission.

Haunted Gingerbread House Workshop

Wilson Farm, Lexington MA Pleasant Street, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States

Haunted Gingerbread House Workshop Goblins, ghouls and zombies, oh my! Join us for a Fa-boo-lous evening of fun at the Farm. Wednesday October 16th, 2024 at 5:30pm Our talented staff in our bakery will guide you step by step on how to decorate a festive and spooky Gingerbread house. A perfect activity to get in...

$60.00

Into the Thaw

Lexington’s Cary Memorial Hall 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

In 2024, Minuteman National Historical Park and Walden Pond were named as among the top 11 endangered historic sites in America, in part due to climate change. The alterations to our natural environment during the climate crisis have far-reaching consequences to the preservation of history as well as the natural landscape. More than 40 years...

$10 – $15

Monsterbash at NARA

NARA Park Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, United States

Blacklight DJ Dance Party. Costumes encouraged. Bring your own flashlight and candy bag. Geared to elementary aged children $5 for all persons in attendance over age 2

$5

MonsterBash Lowell

Lowell City Hall Lowell City Hall, 375 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

MonsterBash returns on Saturday, October 26th, 2024! MonsterBash is a free and family-friendly Halloween event! Trick or Treat at local businesses, experience Lowell City Hall transformed into a Haunted House, and visit the Neighborhood Haunt at JFK Plaza for free treats and to meet Lowell organizations. Look for a pumpkin painted on the sidewalk in...

Ghosts & Graves

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, United States

Come along on a ghostly outdoor adventure! The spirits of the Old Burying Ground are eager to bring Lexington's past back to life and share with you the tales of what brought them to the grave on this special candlelight tour. As you walk along the winding paths of Lexington's oldest graveyard, hear from John...

TBD

Halloween Concert in the Courtyard

The Groton Inn 128 Main Street, Groton, United States +1 more

Join us for a thrilling night under the stars at our Halloween Concert in the Courtyard! Get ready to sing along with great hits by The Skrims, while enjoying a variety of delicious bites from our food truck and spook-tacular cocktails from our outdoor bar. Costumes are highly encouraged – come dressed to impress and...

Free

A Celebration of Light: Lantern Light-up at Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 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...

Free with admission
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