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SUMMARY:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy
DESCRIPTION:The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy \nOpening Reception: Saturday\, December 6\, 2:00 to 3:30 pm \nExhibit runs through Saturday\, March 14\, 2026 \n  \nThe Old Schwamb Mill is reopening its Arlington 250 exhibit\, The Road Where It Happened: Revolution Comes to Menotomy\, which includes an interactive gallery for families. The exhibit examines the landscape and people of Menotomy and their role in the founding of America. Informative panels answer questions including how prehistoric geological forces created the landscape of Menotomy and how the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks in Arlington Heights influenced the outcome of the American Revolution. The exhibit also identifies some of the people in Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19\, 1775. \n  \nArlington 250 is a multi-year commemoration\, recognition\, and celebration of our history from its colonial beginnings to the present. A variety of programs at the Mill and other historic sites in the region recount the history we know and some stories previously untold as our ancestors battled for the rights and freedoms of everyone. The “Road” exhibit was originally shown at the Mill from December 2024 through May 2025 and at Arlington Town Hall from September to November 2025. \n  \nMill Hours: Tuesday and Saturday\, 10 am-4 pm. Open for guided tours of our living history museum; viewing of the exhibition in our second-floor galleries; and sales of our custom-made\, museum quality\, oval and circular picture and mirror frames. \n  \nThe Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\,  www.oldschwambmill.org. \n781-643-0554 or info@oldschwambmill.org \n  \n 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-road-where-it-happened-revolution-comes-to-menotomy-3/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Ancient Light: Celestial Photography by Marsha Wilcox
DESCRIPTION:“There is art in the science\, and science in the art.” – Marsha Wilcox \nAncient Light transforms the Allie Kussin Gallery from Jan 12 – Mar 22 with celestial photography by Marsha Wilcox. Join us for a joint opening reception on Jan 28 at 6 PM celebrating Ancient Light and Carl Ristaino’s Inspirational Jam (RSVPs appreciated). \nCelestial photographer Marsha Wilcox has been passionate about outer space since her childhood when her father taught her about celestial navigation. Like so many before her\, Marsha has wondered about the cosmos: its beauty\, mystery\, and immensity. \nAncient Light invites you to look up and explore the worlds beyond our own. Through long-exposure photography\, Marsha is able to capture the night sky high above Concord. What will these celestial bodies tell us about ourselves? How can we reconnect with our past\, present\, and future by connecting with the cosmos? \nExplore Additional Programming \nGalaxy Walks (gallery tours with Marsha Wilcox\, ~one hour long): \n\nTuesday\, February 3\, 11:00 AM\nSaturday\, February 28\, 1:00 PM\nThursday\, March 5\, 11:00 AM\nSaturday\, March 21\, 2:00 PM\n\nRSVPs appreciated \nArtist Talk (both Marsha Wilcox and Carl Ristaino of Inspirational Jam): February 21\, 2:00 PM\, Black Box Theater. RSVPs appreciated
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/ancient-light-celestial-photography-by-marsha-wilcox/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260126T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260309T220000
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SUMMARY:Inspirational Jam: Paintings by Carl Ristaino
DESCRIPTION:Carl Ristaino’s imagination comes alive through dynamic jazz scenes and whimsical cityscapes in Inspirational Jam\, on view in the Wedge Gallery from Jan 26 – Mar 29. Join us for the opening reception on Jan 28 at 6 PM celebrating Inspirational Jam and Marsha Wilcox’s Ancient Light (RSVPs appreciated).  \nWorking in acrylics\, Ristaino builds layers of bold color that capture the transcendence of live music and fantastical worlds. In his jazz series\, Ristaino’s canvases become stages where musicians lean into their instruments\, vocalists throw their heads back in ecstatic song\, and the audience communes over the pleasure of spontaneous creativity. His paintings don’t just document performance; they are improvisations themselves. \nRistaino’s Ancient Cities take us to unknown\, and yet familiar\, places. He combines castles and pirate ships with UFO’s and ancient pyramids to build a world of pure creativity. Each Ancient City invites the viewer to imagine a new story and to look closely at the canvas\, and within themselves\, to discover new corners of imagination. \nArtist Talk (both Carl Ristaino and Marsha Wilcox of Ancient Light): February 21\, 2:00 PM\, Black Box Theater\, RSVPs appreciated
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/inspirational-jam-paintings-by-carl-ristaino/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Regional High School Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:30th Annual Regional High School Exhibit  \nFeb 7\, 2025 – Mar 15\, 2025  \nExhibit hours: 11-5pm Tue-Sun \nNote: The gallery will be closed from Feb 23 – 27 for artwork exchange  \n \nReception: Feb 12 from 4pm-6:30pm \n-Artwork on view from Feb 7 to Feb 22 \nBurlington High School\, Bedford High School\, and Winchester High School \n \nReception: Mar 6 from 3pm-6pm \n-Artwork on view from Feb 28 to Mar 15 \nWaltham High School\, Lexington High School\, Minuteman High School and Concord-Carlisle High School \n \nFeaturing the work of students from Bedford\, Burlington\, Concord-Carlisle\, Lexington\, Minuteman\, Waltham\, and Winchester high schools\, this exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school art programs and helps raise funds for our high school scholarship program.  \n \nTo donate to the LexArt High School Scholarship Program\, please click on the link: https://www.lexart.org/scholarship-awards
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/2026-annual-regional-high-school-exhibit/
LOCATION:LexArt\, 130 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T223000
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T203000
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SUMMARY:Westford REV 250: “Affectionate Friends and Humble Servants” Mercy Otis Warren and Martha Washington
DESCRIPTION:The Westford Museum and Historical Society\, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Westford\, is pleased to announce the upcoming event\, “Affectionate Friends and Humble Servants\,” featuring American notable figures Mercy Otis Warren and Martha Washington. \nSet in the late 18th century\, this engaging conversation unfolds between Martha Washington (Sandy Spector) and Mercy Otis Warren (Michele Gabrielson)\, a notable playwright and activist. Nestled in a warm parlor\, they delve into their friendship\, discussing their respective contributions during the revolutionary era and the challenges they faced along the way. Through a blend of dialogue and historical anecdotes\, their exchange highlights both personal reflections and the larger political landscape\, showcasing the bond that empowered their influence in the nascent nation. \nAbout the Performers \nMichele Gabrielson\, M.Ed.\, is a professional historian\, public school educator\, and historical interpreter of the 18th century. She serves on several historic committees and is secretary for the recently formed nonprofit\, The Mercy Otis Warren Society. The Massachusetts History Alliance awarded her a 2024 Rising Star Award for Public History for her programming titled “The Revolutionary Classroom.” She was named a 2024 Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year finalist. Michele was recently awarded the Massachusetts Daughters of the American Revolution’s Outstanding History Teacher of the Year for 2025. \nSandy Spector portrays Martha Washington\, forging authentic connections through engaging conversation and storytelling. Her passion for history began while living near Valley Forge Park\, which inspired her to become a Revolutionary War reenactor in 1999. Initially\, she started as a camp follower with the 10th Massachusetts Regiment and later assumed the role of Tipsy Ne’erdowell\, showcasing the customs of the era. \nToday\, Sandy focuses on bringing Martha Washington to life for audiences through The Ladies of Refined Taste and ongoing research about the Washingtons. For over a decade\, she has performed at various venues\, including National Park Service sites and schools\, both virtually and in person\, across multiple states. \nWhen she isn’t researching Martha\, Mount Vernon\, or the perspective of an 18th-century woman\, Sandy works as a nonprofit administrator. She resides south of Boston with her husband and three children. \nSponsored by \nEdward M. Connolly Insurance Agency\, Inc
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/westford-rev-250-affectionate-friends-and-humble-servants-mercy-otis-warren-and-martha-washington/
LOCATION:Westford Historical Society & Museum\, 2 Boston Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Living History
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T193000
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Maple Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Mass Maple Weekend March 7th & 8th! \nVisit Hollis Hills Farm to learn about maple sugaring\, watch live demonstrations\, enjoy a pancake breakfast\, and more! \nRetail Store:\nSat & Sun 9am-3pm \nSugar House:\nSat & Sun 10am-2pm\n(As long as the Sap is flowin’!)
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/massachusetts-maple-weekend/
LOCATION:Hollis Hills Farm\, 340 Marshall Road\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Open House
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191335Z
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260308T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260308T150000
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day in Lexington!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Women’s Day in his/herstoric Lexington from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Meet up at the Lexington Police Department headquarters at 1:00 p.m. 1575 Massachusetts Avenue. LexSeeHer will have banner and sign making supplies to share!  We will assemble at 1:45 p.m. to March to the 250th Arch (about one block) where we will arrange a tableau-style group photograph.  We will then march to the Lexington Women’s Liberty Monument\, arriving there by about 2:15 for another staged tableau-style photograph and brief remarks.  We will then march to the Lexington History Museum where all participants will be invited to sign our special event banner!  Celebrate herstory and make history in 2026 as America celebrates the 250th!   Co-hosted with Lexington Girl Scouts
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/international-womens-day-in-lexington/
LOCATION:Lexington\, MA\, Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="LexSeeHer":MAILTO:lexmonument@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260308T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260308T150000
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day in Lexington!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Women’s Day in his/herstoric Lexington from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Meet up at the Lexington Police Department headquarters at 1:00 p.m. 1575 Massachusetts Avenue. LexSeeHer will have banner and sign making supplies to share!  We will assemble at 1:45 p.m. to March to the 250th Arch (about one block) where we will arrange a tableau-style group photograph.  We will then march to the Lexington Women’s Liberty Monument\, arriving there by about 2:15 for another staged tableau-style photograph and brief remarks.  We will then march to the Lexington History Museum where all participants will be invited to sign our special event banner!  Celebrate herstory and make history in 2026 as America celebrates the 250th!   Co-hosted with Lexington Girl Scouts
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/international-womens-day-in-lexington-2/
LOCATION:Lexington\, MA\, Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="LexSeeHer":MAILTO:lexmonument@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191335Z
CREATED:20260226T191335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191335Z
UID:34128-1772982000-1772991000@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-08/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260302T134115Z
CREATED:20260302T134115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T134115Z
UID:34901-1773342000-1773347400@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:The Aviator and the Showman: Amelia Earhart\, George Putnam\, and the Marriage that Made an American Icon
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Laurie Gwen Shapiro\, Documentary Filmmaker and Journalist\nThursday\, March 12\, at 7:00 p.m.\, Charlotte and William Bloomberg\nMedford Public Library\, 111 High Street. (Register) \nThe Aviator and the Showman unveils the untold story of Amelia’s decade-long marriage to George Putnam\, offering an intimate exploration of their relationship and the pivotal role it played in her enduring legacy. Despite her outwardly modest and humble image\, Amelia was fiercely driven and impossibly brave\, a lifelong feminist and trailblazer in her personal and professional life. In this new account\, Laurie Gwen Shapiro will emphasize Earhart’s multifaceted human side\, her struggles\, and her authentic aspirations\, the truths behind her brave pursuits and the compromises she made to fit into societal expectations. Drawing from a trove of new sources including undiscovered audio interviews\, The Aviator and the Showman is a gripping and passionate tale of adventure\, colorful characters\, hubris\, and a complex and a vivid portrait of a marriage that shaped the trajectory of an iconic life.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-aviator-and-the-showman-amelia-earhart-george-putnam-and-the-marriage-that-made-an-american-icon/
LOCATION:Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library\, 111 High Street\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ca-times.brightspotcdn.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Medford Historical Society & Museum":MAILTO:medfordhistorical02155@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T220000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191334Z
CREATED:20260226T191334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191334Z
UID:34129-1773343800-1773352800@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191334Z
CREATED:20260226T191334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191334Z
UID:34130-1773430200-1773439200@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T223000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191333Z
CREATED:20260226T191333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191333Z
UID:34131-1773518400-1773527400@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T173000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191333Z
CREATED:20260226T191333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191333Z
UID:34132-1773586800-1773595800@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-15/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260315T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260325T194716Z
CREATED:20260325T194716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T194716Z
UID:34969-1773590400-1773597600@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:Ezekiel How: Sudbury Patriot
DESCRIPTION:Ezekiel How is best remembered for his role as leader of the Sudbury Companies of Militia who fought at Battle Road on April 19\, 1775. His other military experience included militia support during the French and Indian War and responsibilities as a Colonel in the Continental Army following the Declaration of Independence. But did you know that How was also a Sudbury native and a successful Innkeeper? \nReenactor Tony Howes will discuss the life and legacy of this remarkable man – before\, during\, and after the American Revolution.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/ezekiel-how-sudbury-patriot/
LOCATION:Fairbank Community Center\, 40 Fairbank Rd\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sudbury 250 Committee":MAILTO:radhagargeya@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260227T203528Z
CREATED:20260226T191342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T203528Z
UID:33761-1773856800-1773862200@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:Calligraphy that Inspired a Nation: Learn to Write like America's founders
DESCRIPTION:Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? \nWe will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher\, Debby Reelitz! Participants will get the opportunity to write in script\, use a dip nib and ink and scribe a line from the Declaration of Independence. \nFor almost 30 years\, Debby Reelitz has been a professional calligrapher\, creating awards\, gifts\, commissions\, chalkboards\, writing on walls\, engraving\, teaching and much more. She lives in North Granby\, Connecticut. Information can be found at her website. \nPart of Bigelow Free Public Library’s Revolution 250 Series\, supported\, in part\, through the Freedom’s Way NHA Partnership Grant Program
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/calligraphy-that-inspired-a-nation-learn-to-write-like-americas-founders-2/
LOCATION:Bigelow Free Public Library\, 54 Walnut St\, Clinton\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Declaring Independence: Then & Now,Revolutionary Stories,Workshops & Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/calligraphy_1426_md.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T220000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191337Z
CREATED:20260226T191337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191337Z
UID:34820-1773948600-1773957600@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191337Z
CREATED:20260226T191337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T191337Z
UID:34821-1774035000-1774044000@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260325T202155Z
CREATED:20260325T202155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T202155Z
UID:35229-1774051200-1778975999@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:Lou Jones’ panAFRICAproject Comes to the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject\, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16\, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. \nMore than a decade in the making\, panAFRICAproject is a country-by-country visual documentary that challenges long-standing stereotypes and reframes how Africa is understood in the Western imagination. Rather than focusing on narratives of conflict and poverty\, Jones turns his lens toward the vibrancy\, innovation\, and everyday realities of contemporary African life\, highlighting industry\, education\, healthcare\, sports\, music\, and infrastructure across the continent. The project has grown into an expansive visual archive and educational platform\, exhibited in schools\, galleries\, museums\, and public spaces. With a long-term goal of documenting all 54 African countries\, the project continues to evolve as a celebration of culture\, progress\, and daily life. \nHosting panAFRICAproject at the Old Schwamb Mill places these global stories within a site deeply rooted in craft\, labor\, and community history. As a living industrial museum\, the mill provides a unique setting where photography\, history\, and contemporary dialogue intersect. The exhibition also serves as a community gathering point\, welcoming visitors of all ages. Lou Jones puts together a powerful photography exhibition reimagining how Africa is seen\, and bringing global stories into a historic local space.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lou-jones-panafricaproject-comes-to-the-old-schwamb-mill-2/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/LOU-JONES-4-1.pdf.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Old Schwamb Mill":MAILTO:info@oldschwambmill.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260325T202036Z
CREATED:20260325T202036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T202036Z
UID:35243-1774101600-1774108800@freedomsway.org
SUMMARY:Lou Jones’ panAFRICAproject Comes to the Old Schwamb Mill
DESCRIPTION:The Old Schwamb Mill is proud to host the panAFRICAproject\, a compelling photography exhibition by Boston-based photographer Lou Jones. On view from March 21 through May 16\, the exhibition opens with a public reception at 2:00 PM on March 21 and concludes with a closing talk and event at 2:00 PM on May 16. \nMore than a decade in the making\, panAFRICAproject is a country-by-country visual documentary that challenges long-standing stereotypes and reframes how Africa is understood in the Western imagination. Rather than focusing on narratives of conflict and poverty\, Jones turns his lens toward the vibrancy\, innovation\, and everyday realities of contemporary African life\, highlighting industry\, education\, healthcare\, sports\, music\, and infrastructure across the continent. The project has grown into an expansive visual archive and educational platform\, exhibited in schools\, galleries\, museums\, and public spaces. With a long-term goal of documenting all 54 African countries\, the project continues to evolve as a celebration of culture\, progress\, and daily life. \nHosting panAFRICAproject at the Old Schwamb Mill places these global stories within a site deeply rooted in craft\, labor\, and community history. As a living industrial museum\, the mill provides a unique setting where photography\, history\, and contemporary dialogue intersect. The exhibition also serves as a community gathering point\, welcoming visitors of all ages. Lou Jones puts together a powerful photography exhibition reimagining how Africa is seen\, and bringing global stories into a historic local space.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lou-jones-panafricaproject-comes-to-the-old-schwamb-mill/
LOCATION:Old Schwamb Mill\, 17 Mill Lane\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Talks,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/22-03-25_kenya-91.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Old Schwamb Mill":MAILTO:info@oldschwambmill.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T223000
DTSTAMP:20260226T191337Z
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:The Reverend and the Old North Bridge Battle
DESCRIPTION:Reenactor Henry Cooke will portray the life and preaching of a significant Concord resident\, the Rev. William Emerson\, during the weeks leading up to the battle at the Old North Bridge and his experiences on the day itself. \nHe will interpret Rev. Emerson’s artillery sermon on Muster Day on March 17\, 1775\, which presages the outbreak of hostilities a month later\, and included this charge: “let every single step we take in this most intricate affair be upon the defensive…. God forbid it be said that we struck the first blow!” Cooke\, who owns Historical Costume Services in Randolph\, will also recount the feelings of ordinary Concord residents who watched the battle. \nDoors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments\n2:15 PM – Brief Society announcements followed by the Guest Speaker \nThe event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-reverend-and-the-old-north-bridge-battle/
LOCATION:Bedford Old Town Hall\, 16 South Road\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Living History,Performances,Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bedford Historical Society":MAILTO:info@bedfordmahistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T173000
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SUMMARY:TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD\, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee.  \nPlaying in Theater 144 at 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA from Friday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 22\, 2026 | Previews: Friday\, February 27 & Saturday\, February 28 | Press Opening: Sunday\, March 1.  \nAdapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression\, where Scout and her brother\, Jem\, live with their widowed father\, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor\, Boo Radley\, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction\, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community\, teaching young Scout about prejudice\, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee’s story that is timeless\, lingering\, and searingly relevant. \nShows run Sunday at 3:00 PM\, Thursday & Friday at 7:30 PM\, and Saturday at 8:00 PM. The show’s anticipated run time is 2 hours\, 15 minutes long\, with a 15 minute intermission. A special KidCare Show on Sunday\, March 15 will allow parents an opportunity to attend a matinee performance while their child(ren) ages 5-12 engage in art activities inspired by the show in one of The Umbrella’s classrooms with an experienced teacher. \nDinner & A Show packages are available for all Thursday night performances. Talk Backs are scheduled following the Sunday\, March 8 and Sunday\, March 15 performances. \nTO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing\, Woodstock\, Illinois. 
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/to-kill-a-mockingbird-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Umbrella Arts Center":MAILTO:stewart@theumbrellaarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260325T202600Z
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SUMMARY:Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair
DESCRIPTION:March 24-April 12\, 2026 \nExhibit hours: 11-5pm Tue-Sun \nReception: Mar 27 from 7pm-9pm \n \nCrown: A Celebration of Black Hair celebrates the beauty\, legacy\, and joy of Black hair. Crown will feature the works of three renowned photographers whose artistry highlights the depth and diversity of Black hair across generations\, cultures\, and styles. \n \nThe Artists featured in this exhibit: \n \n• Robert Sipho Bellinger: An esteemed educator\, historian\, and photographer\, Robert brings over 40 years of archival photographs that document the evolution and cultural significance of Black hair. His work offers a historical lens on the beauty and resilience of Black hair\, showcasing intimate portraits that reflect the pride\, struggles\, and triumphs of the Black community over decades. \n \n• Jordan Naheesi: A Brooklyn-born\, Los Angeles-based creative multihyphenate\, Jordan has built a remarkable career as a photographer\, videographer\, designer\, and curator. His photography journey began at Ohio University\, where his passion for storytelling through visuals flourished. With nearly a decade of experience\, Jordan has captured some of the most influential cultural figures\, including Erykah Badu\, Smokey Robinson\, and Kyrie Irving\, and has worked with global organizations like SiriusXM. His vibrant\, contemporary work celebrates the individuality and artistry of Black hair in modern culture. \n \n• Najee Brown: The Artistic Director of the Multicultural Arts Center\, Najee is a Boston-based photographer with 20 years of experience capturing life through his lens. Born and raised in Brooklyn\, Najee’s work is deeply rooted in storytelling\, blending authenticity and creativity to celebrate the beauty of Black culture. Through Crown\, Najee explores the joy\, love\, and creativity expressed through Black hair\, capturing its magic and its role in shaping the cultural fabric of the world.  \n \nPhotographer Najee Brown shared his thoughts on the exhibition: \n \n“Black hair is a crown\, a symbol of beauty\, creativity\, and resilience. For centuries\, it has been a canvas for expression\, a source of pride\, and a target of misunderstanding. With Crown\, we reclaim that narrative\, focusing on the joy\, love\, and artistry that Black hair represents. This exhibit is a celebration of how Black people’s magic and culture continue to shape the world. It’s a love letter to our legacy and a testament to our power.” \n \nCrown is more than an exhibit—it is a celebration of identity\, heritage\, and creativity. Through photography\, storytelling\, and community engagement\, we invite audiences to experience the magic and cultural significance of Black hair
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/crown-a-celebration-of-black-hair/
LOCATION:LexArt\, 130 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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ORGANIZER;CN="LexArt":MAILTO:info@lexart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260327T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T123000
DTSTAMP:20260302T134434Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Guided Nature Walk at Elliot Concord River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Please join naturalist Jeff Adams for a guided nature walk at Elliott Concord River Preserve. We’ll focus on Plant ID looking at native species along with a few non-natives. We’ll include some select natural history too and learn about helpful identifiers such as branching patterns\, galls\, buds\, leaves and diagnostic characteristics that enable us to immediately identify the plant. Since spring has arrived we’ll look for early signs of the season too! \nRegister at SVTweb.org
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/spring-guided-nature-walk-at-elliot-concord-river-preserve/
LOCATION:Elliot Concord River Preserve\, Carlisle\, MA
CATEGORIES:Walks & Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sudbury Valley Trustees":MAILTO:svt@svtweb.org
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