A Snapshot of Acton’s Early Black Residents (1730-1830)

Acton Town Hall, 472 Main Street, Acton 472 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States

The Acton 250 Committee presents Acton’s celebrated historians Anne Forbes, Bill Klauer and Bob Pion who will discuss recent learnings of Acton’s Black residents in honor African American History Month. Black citizens were among the residents here when Acton first became a Town in 1735, and several fought in the Revolution at the Concord Bridge […]

Free

Rain — A Tribute to the Beetles

Lowell Memorial Auditorium Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Doors open at 6:30 pm

RAIN: A Tribute To The Beatles At Lowell Memorial Auditorium

Lowell Memorial Auditorium Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers […]

Make a Mess: Explore Kinetic Sand at Discovery Museum

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

Squish it, sculpt it, drip it, and more! Discover the unique properties of this special material as you play, create, and experiment using your hands and some simple tools.

Free with admission

YA Author Visit: Crystal Maldonado

Pollard Memorial Library Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Join the Pollard Memorial Library for a special event with Mass Book Award-winner Crystal Maldonado! Crystal will share her satisfying and multidimensional YA novel, The Fall of Whit Rivera. Blisteringly funny and profoundly well-observed, The Fall of Whit Rivera is a snug and cozy romcom that tackles weightier topics like chronic illness, sexuality, fatphobia, Latino/a […]

Free

Golden Gloves – All New England Open and Novice Semi Finals

Lowell Memorial Auditorium Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

Lowell Sun Charities is proud to present the 78th Annual Golden Gloves at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Thursdays from January 9 - March 6. Don't miss a moment of one of the longest-standing New England sports traditions, as the best amateur boxers from the area battle it out across the weeks to see who will be […]

Ways of My Ancestors – Imagery: Lighting the Path to Awareness

The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, United States

“Ways of My Ancestors – Imagery: Lighting the Path to Awareness” features photographic work by Scott Strong Hawk Foster that celebrates the rich, diverse, and resilient cultures of the Native Peoples of the Northeastern Woodlands of North America. Foster is a Native American photographer and an enrolled member of Hassanamisco Nipmuc Band with proud Mohegan […]

Free

Where We Belong

The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, United States

The Umbrella Stage Company presents the New England premiere of Mohegan theatre-maker Madeline Sayet’s ground-breaking one-woman show, Where We Belong. With great humor, insight and imaginative storytelling, the autobiographical play weaves together indigenous history, Shakespeare, colonialism, cultural legacy, the power of language and legend. It recounts Sayet’s 2015 journey to England to pursue a PhD […]

$20 – $48

Hands-On History: Button Spinners

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

18th century kids had toys too, but most were simple and homemade, using household items as materials. Button spinners were popular and fun to play with. Make one of your own to take home! Included with museum admission - drop in any time between 1:00 - 4:00 PM to participate!

$8 – $14

WATERSCAPES | February 26 – March 30, 2025| Loading Dock Gallery

Loading Dock Gallery 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States

Loading Dock Gallery announces its latest exhibit, Waterscapes, opening February 26th, featuring the work of C. Murphy, N. Hockenbury, S. Hodge, B. Peck, J. Wolohan, E. Monahan Skoff, T. Mulray, K. Hill, and G. Courage. The inspiration for this reflective and serene showcase comes from a deep love for our aquatic ecosystems and a desire […]

Free

BJ Magoon & Driving Sideways Concert at The Groton Inn

The Groton Inn The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, United States

Join us Saturday March 1st, 6pm-9pm in The Prescott Room @ The Groton Inn for a night of dance-focused mix of Americana, Roots-Rock, Blues, Swing & Soul. Bring your appetite & dancing shoes! Great menu, no cover!

Free