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At Home & Abroad: Nashua & World War II Documentary Showing

Florence H. Speare Memorial Museum 5 Abbott Street, Nashua, NH, United States

At Home and Abroad: Nashua and World War II chronicles the stories of civilians, veterans, and Holocaust survivors as Nashuans share personal and family World War II stories in this documentary at the Nashua Historical Society. Created by experienced local filmmakers John Sadd and Jeremy Frazier, this documentary is the result of extensive interviews with […]

Free

A Day in the Life of a Local Archaeologist

Acton Memorial Library 486 Main Street, Acton, MA, United States +1 more

Archaeologist David Gutbrod will share experiences and discoveries encountered in his professional life. David is a member of a local archaeological firm and serves as Chair of Westford’s Historical Commission. He also did the research for the very first application of Acton’s new Archaeological Protection bylaw, providing an extensive report on a significant site in […]

Free

The Will to Live concert — Lexington Symphony

Lexington's Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, United States

THE WILL TO LIVE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2024 | 7:30PM PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR'S TALK AT 6:30PM Sponsored by Kate & Gordon Baty and Martha Segal Ives | Three Places in New England 1st Movement (The ‘St. Gaudens’ in Boston Common, Col. Shaw and his Colored Regiment) Nielsen | Symphony No. 4 “The Inextinguishable” Holst | The […]

$39 – $81

Hand-Spinning Fiber in New England: Past & Present with Bonny Smith

Arlington Community Center 27 Maple Street, Arlington, United States

“Our Untold Stories” Observing the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution This lecture by Chair of the Wilmington Historical Commission, Bonny Smith, provides a concise history of the art of spinning fiber, both natural and plant-based, knitting, and crocheting items for apparel and household purposes. Although spinning fiber has been practiced globally for thousands of […]

$5

The Times Are Exceedingly Altered: Native Americans in Southern New England and the Revolution

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

At the end of the 1780s, a group of Mohegans bemoaned that “he times are exceedingly altered, yea the Times have turned everything topside down.” That was certainly true for indigenous peoples between the Appalachians and the Great Lakes, where a half-century of war and displacement had crested with the U.S. victory and the end […]

Free

Holiday POPS! Kids POPS! concerts — Lexington Symphony

Lexington's Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, United States

HOLIDAY POPS! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024 | 7:30PM KIDS POPS! FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024 | 4:00PM KIDS POPS! Sponsored by the Russian School of Mathematics - Lexington Featuring New World Chorale & Lexington Children’s Chorus under the auspices of Lexington Music School Our signature holiday event! Every year, our Holiday POPS! concerts explore a different […]

$39 – $81

Holiday POPS! concert — Lexington Symphony

Lexington's Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, United States

HOLIDAY POPS! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2024 | 3:00PM Featuring New World Chorale & Lexington Children’s Chorus under the auspices of Lexington Music School Our signature holiday event! Every year, our Holiday POPS! concerts explore a different facet of this most wonderful time of the year. Celebrate the magic of the holidays with us! Featuring Lexington […]

$39 – $81

Winter Solstice Experience

First Parish in Lexington 7 Harrington Road, Lexington, United States

On Friday, December 20, 2024 First Parish in Lexington will present a Winter Solstice Experience at 7:30 pm. With music, ritual, candles and darkness, we will experience the quiet of the longest night, and welcome the sun as we wait for her return. Led by Rev. Anne Mason, with Minister of Music, Rip Jackson, this […]

Free

Winter Solstice Walk

Farrington Nature Linc 295 Cambridge Turnpike, Lincoln, MA, United States

Join Farrington Nature Linc as they celebrate the winter solstice. The winter solstice marks the exact moment when half of Earth is tilted the farthest away from the sun, making it the longest night of the year. Together use recycled materials to create your own lantern. We'll go on a lantern-lit hike and enjoy hot […]

$5
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Solstice Stargazing with Aldrich Astronomical Society at deCordova

deCordova Sculpture Park & Museum 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, MA, United States

As year-end approaches, bring beauty and light to the darkest days of winter. Watch the last rays of sunset disappear into the night sky as you explore the Sculpture Park and learn about the season’s celestial bodies with Aldrich Astronomical Society. Take part in self-guided activities for all ages or join one of our Museum […]

$24 – $30

Winter Solstice Wreath Making

Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA, United States

Enjoy the beautiful winter scenes of Drumlin Farm while using natural materials to make your own whimsical wreath! Sip on a warm beverage while learning what leaves, vines, and greenery are best for wreath-making. By the end of the afternoon, you'll have a unique wreath to add some cheer to your home this holiday season. […]

$35 – $40
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Solstice Stargazing with Aldrich Astronomical Society at deCordova

deCordova Sculpture Park & Museum 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, MA, United States

As year-end approaches, bring beauty and light to the darkest days of winter. Watch the last rays of sunset disappear into the night sky as you explore the Sculpture Park and learn about the season’s celestial bodies with Aldrich Astronomical Society. Take part in self-guided activities for all ages or join one of our Museum […]

$24 – $30