BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Freedom's Way National Heritage Area - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Freedom's Way National Heritage Area X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://freedomsway.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Freedom's Way National Heritage Area REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260610T203000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20260504T154808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T154808Z UID:37266-1781118000-1781123400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Pedestals and Poetry DESCRIPTION:Poets will present their works inspired by artist Chris Frost’s “Unseen/Unforgotten: A Remembrance of Menotomy’s Everyday Defenders\, 1775\,” an art installation that commemorates the 250 anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington. Attendees will visit the pedestals at the library in Robbins Memorial Garden and hear artist Chris Frost speak about the project. \nFeatured poets include:\nJohn Burt\nGeoffrey Brahmer\nJean Flanagan\nSusan Lloyd McGarry\nJo Pitkin\nSteven Ratiner\nTeresa Cader\, Arlington Poet Laureate\nHannah Baker-Siroty\nDeanna Witter\nFred Marchant \n(Rain location: Robbins Library Community Room) \n“Unseen/Unforgotten” was commissioned by ArtsArlington and curated by Cecily Miller as part of Arlington’s commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/pedestals-and-poetry/ LOCATION:Robbins Library\, 700 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Performances,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Frost-Pedestal-Cropped.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Commission for Arts &%3B Culture":MAILTO:info@artsarlington.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250402T134948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T143355Z UID:27611-1745683200-1745690400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:People\, Plants\, & Revolution: 1775 – 2025 | “Telling Stories” Curator & Artists Talk DESCRIPTION:Event Series: People\, Plants\, & Revolition – 1775 – 2025\nPeople\, Plants\, & Revolution – 1775 – 2025\nApril 26 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nOn view April 5 – May 23\, this 13Forest Gallery exhibition spotlights three major public art projects commissioned by ArtsArlington and planned by Public Art Curator Cecily Miller to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution and the critical role of Arlington (formerly the Village of Menotomy) on its very first day of fighting\, on April 19\, 1775. \nFeatured artists in the exhibition include Chris Frost and Asian Kepka\, Nilou Moochhala\, and Suzanne Moseley and Liz Shepherd. \nSat April 5\, 4-6PM\, Opening Reception \nSat April 26\, 4-6PM\, “Telling Stories\,” talk by curator Cecily Miller and the artists of Untold Stories \nSat May 10\, 4-6PM\, Show and Tell – a demonstration of natural dyeing techniques and sustainability practices in art and fashion with Asia Kepka.\nUntold Stories: Public Art Commemorating Arlington 250 \n13FOREST Gallery has been proud to use our Outside/In series of artist talks to highlight Arlington’s dynamic public art program\, curated by Cecily Miller of ArtsArlington\, since 2017. To continue this tradition and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, we are pleased to present “Untold Stories: Public Art Commemorating Arlington 250”. For the first time\, we will bring public art into the gallery in a special exhibition featuring three projects that explore Arlington’s contributions to that significant period in our history. \nThe three projects highlighted in “Untold Stories” commemorate Arlington’s role in the revolution by illuminating the stories of the indigenous people and colonists who lived in the village then known as Menotomy in the days leading up to the war. Each project shares our local history through a unique lens\, uncovering new facets of the past while building connections to the present day. \nNilou Moochhala presents “Then & Now: An Arlington Timeline\,” a thought-provoking project that pairs archival materials with contemporary images and text to create powerful connections between Arlington’s past and present.\nSuzanne Moseley and Liz Shepherd have collaborated on “People\, Plants & Revolution\,” a vibrant series of silkscreen prints that combine colonial imagery with botanical illustrations to explore Arlington’s evolution through its flora.\nSculptor Christopher Frost has reimagined the concept of a monument through his project “Stepping Up\,” temporary public sculptures of pedestals that commemorate average people – farmers\, millers and midwives – who fought in the American Revolution. \nUNTOLD STORIES\, April 5 – May 23\, 2025. On view at 13FOREST Gallery\, located at 167A Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA 02474. \nSEE https://13forest.com/untold-stories \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/people-plants-revolution-1775-2025-telling-stories-curator-artists-talk/ LOCATION:13FOREST Gallery\, 167A Massachusetts Ave\, Arlington\, 02474 CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/event-featured-untold-stories-1742601296.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T113000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250402T131154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T131154Z UID:27593-1745233200-1745235000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes on Horseback from Boston DESCRIPTION:Follow in the footsteps of the midnight riders who carried the call to arms. Meet in front of Arlington Town Hall to greet the Paul Revere. Kids crafts and refreshments. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/ride-of-paul-revere-and-william-dawes-on-horseback-from-boston/ LOCATION:Arlington Town Hall\, 730 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ARLINGTON-REVERE-MAPJPG.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T170000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250318T141921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T141921Z UID:27071-1745157600-1745168400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Battle of Menotomy DESCRIPTION:At 2 pm on Sunday\, April 20th\, the Town of Arlington will be joined by the Menotomy Minuteman and participants from many historical reenactment groups to reenact the Battle of Menotomy. Beginning at Mass Ave and Grove Street in Arlington\, this ‘running’ battle will stretch nearly one mile of Mass Ave\, ending at Mystic St. Street. Spectators will watch several significant battle engagements. Spectators are only allowed to watch on the northern side of Mass Ave. \nWhat can you expect? Watch this video from the 2024 Battle of Menotomy. \nVisit Arlington 250 Event Schedule \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/battle-of-menotomy/ CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/arlington250_logo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250410T142642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T142642Z UID:27823-1744912800-1745078400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Paying Homage to Harriet Powers: A Revolutionary Quilter DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the American Revolution’s ideals of freedom and equality\, ArtsArlington has invited the fber artists of Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild to share their powerful quilt blocks on Patriots Day Weekend. Guild members Mada Coles Galloway\, Lesyslie Rackard & Tarsha-Nicole Taylor will be at Mystic Open Studio during visiting hours to share their perspectives and expertise; organized by Juandamarie Gikandi. \nThe Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild (PSSMQG) honors the legacy of African American quilting by celebrating Harriett Powers (1837–1910)\, a Black quilter and folk artist born enslaved in Madison County\, Georgia. PSSMQG has faithfully recreated Powers’ “Pictorial Quilt” in a modern context\, using their own vibrant fabrics and contemporary sensibilities. \nPowers’ quilts are considered some of the finest examples of African American art and have made lasting contributions to American cultural heritage. Only two of her quilts are known to survive: the “Bible Quilt” (1886)\, held at the Smithsonian Institution\, and the “Pictorial Quilt” (1888)\, housed at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Mrs. Powers used appliqué\, machine stitching\, and hand stitching to create these quilts\, which depict Bible stories\, prophecies\, and astronomical events. \nRelated Events \nOPENING RECEPTION: \nThursday\, April 17\, 6 to 8 pm \nVISITING HOURS \nFriday\, April 18\, 2 to 5 pm\n(Coincides with Stitching Bee* organized by Mystic Open Studio; * $10 participation fee for Stitching Bee) \nFriday\, April 18\, 6 to 8 pm\n(on view during Drum Circle organized by Mystic Open Studio (artists not present) FREE) \nSaturday\, April 19\, 11am–4pm\n(Coincides with tours of the historic Jason Russell House & Menotomy Beer Hall at Town Hall – FREE) \nHosted by Mystic Open Studios\n785 Mass Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\nwww.mysticopenstudio.com \nExhibit free and open to all! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/paying-homage-to-harriet-powers-a-revolutionary-quilter/ LOCATION:Mystic Open Studio\, 785 Mass Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Declaring Independence: Then & Now,Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/group_5140_PSSMQG_QF29-by-AZUREE-HOLLOWAY-small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Commission for Arts &%3B Culture":MAILTO:info@artsarlington.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250410T145343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T145343Z UID:27818-1744156800-1748735999@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:"People\, Plants & Revolution" Public Art Banners and Audio Tour DESCRIPTION:April 4 to May 31\, 2025\nPublic Art: Commemorative Banners and Audio Tour\nArlington Center\, outside along Mass Avenue \nPeople\, Plants & Revolution is the theme for a series of colorful banners and an audio tour commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington\, MA. Organized by ArtsArlington\, the banners portray the landscape elements and important plants that shaped life in 1775 in Menotomy\, as the town was known at the time\, a colonial farming village.  Learn more about these plants and how people lived\, interwoven with revolutionary history\, by listening to the audio tour – available anytime and anywhere at www.PlantStories.us.  The original silkscreen art used to make the banners is on view at 13FOREST Gallery (through May 23) and the Old Schwamb Mill (through May 31). See versions of the banners up close at Robbins Memorial Town Hall (through September 6) on the second floor.  All of the banners and text versions of the audio tour are available at https://artsarlington.org/plants-and-people/. \nAbout the Artists\nArtsArlington’s Public Art Curator Cecily Miller invited artists Suzanne Moseley and Liz Shepherd to design commemorative banners; they were assisted by Lily McDonald and Andrew Palladino. \nSuzanne Moseley is an experimental artist\, working in printmaking\, cyanotype and sculptural formats. She often collaborates\, recently with co-artist Liz Shepherd. Her work is in private collections\, is often grant-funded and has been exhibited in the US and abroad. Her sculptures from repurposed materials\, created with fellow artist Adrienne Shishko\, have been featured in Fiber Art Now\, The Boston Globe\, and New Visionary Magazine. Her ability to work collaboratively garners its own attention\, with invitations to discuss her experience\, most recently at Berklee College of Music\, Harvard Art Museum’s Maker Space and for an upcoming program on Newton Cable News. \nLiz Shepherd produces large-scale sculptural installations\, which bring to mind ideas about the earthly and the divine. She uses printmaking to enhance objects made of wood or paper. She also produces small\, hand-pulled print editions. In the past 15 years she has exhibited in the United States and internationally. Shepherd’s work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, the Edinburgh College of Art\, Syracuse University\, Boston Children’s Hospital\, the Hanoi (Vietnam) Contemporary Art Centre and the Bernard Zuckerman Museum of Art in Kennesaw\, Georgia as well as numerous corporate and private collections. Originally from New York City\, Shepherd now lives in Boston. She received her MFA in 2006 from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts\, which awarded her the prestigious Traveling Fellowship in 2015. \nAbout the Audio Producer\nMolly Edwards\, Ph.D. produced the audio tour portion of this project. Dr. Edwards is a plant biologist turned science communicator who goes by Science IRL (‘in real life’) online. She is dedicated to telling stories that showcase the humanity and joy of being a scientist and foster a sense of belonging in STEM. In 2022 she received her Ph.D. from Harvard University\, where she studied the wild and wonderful petals of columbine flowers. During graduate school she realized her science video hobby was quickly becoming a passion project that would shape her future career. Upon graduating she founded Science IRL Productions and now works with scientists and artists to bring STEM stories to life through digital media. \nAbout ArtsArlington \nThe Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture – ArtsArlington for short – serves as the umbrella organization for all town-related arts and culture activities. Our mission is to cultivate a sustainable and supportive environment for the arts\, enliven public space with accessible creative experiences to strengthen and enrich our community\, create opportunities for artists\, and invigorate the local economy. Our Public Art Curator\, Cecily Miller\, organized four projects to commemorate Arlington250 including these commemorative banners as well as work by Nilou Moochhala\, Christopher Frost\, Asia Kepka\, and the fiber artists of Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilting Guild. See https://artsarlington.org URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/people-plants-revolution-public-art-banners-and-audio-tour/ LOCATION:Arlington\, MA\, Arlington\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Exhibits,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Arlington-Rev250-Exhibition.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Commission for Arts &%3B Culture":MAILTO:info@artsarlington.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250406T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250406T140000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20250326T171326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T171326Z UID:27322-1743937200-1743948000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Arlington 250 Kickoff Party at the Capitol Theatre DESCRIPTION:Kids Crafts • Colonial Music & Dancing \nArlington 250 Exhibits & Event Information \nBattle of Menotomy Lecture \nSelfie Station with William Dawes \nFree Ice Cream Sundae Bar • Theater Snacks\, Beer & Wine for sale \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/arlington-250-kickoff-party-at-the-capitol-theatre/ LOCATION:Capitol Theatre\, 204 Massachusetts Ave\, Arlington\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Party-Like-its-1775-Capitol-Theater-Takeover-April-6-2025-1100-pm-200-pm-Fee-6-1159x1500-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240928T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240928T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20240826T192615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172058Z UID:22713-1727517600-1727521200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks — "How We Remember" with the Arlington Historical Society & Arlington 250 DESCRIPTION:Join us as we close out Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area’s 2024 Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks program with a guided walking tour hosted by the Arlington Historical Society and Arlington 250. \nSPACE IS LIMITED TO 12; REGISTRATION REQUIRED – CLICK TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!\nAround Patriots’ Day two small British flags appear in the Old Burying Ground in Arlington\, Massachusetts. These flags have been appearing for decades in the same place along the west wall of the cemetery. Historical references point to a mass grave of 40 British regulars who died on April 19\, 1775 in the retreat from Lexington and Concord in this location. A recent Ground Penetrating Radar study revealed disturbed soil in this location consistent with a mass grave. A permanent monument\, dedicated September 7\, 2024\, now marks this historic site. Visit the Arlington Historical Society’s website to learn more about this exciting project. \nOur program will begin with a brief tour of the Jason Russell House where British bullet holes from April 19th\, 1775 can still be seen. We will then walk a flat and easy 0.3 miles to the Old Burying Ground\, passing Robbins Memorial Town Hall\, a statue by Cyrus Dallin\, the Winfield Robbins Memorial Gardens and the Whittemore-Robbins House. \nArriving at the Old Burying Ground\, we will see the recently dedicated Monument to the Fallen Crown Soldiers who Died on April 19\, 1775 and the 2023 Monument to Enslaved and Free Persons of Color in Menotomy who are buried in the same area. Before returning to the Jason Russell House\, we will visit the 1848 Revolutionary War Monument that marks the burial site of Jason Russell and 11 of his fellow Patriots who fell on April 19th\, 1775. \nPARKING: A small lot is located behind the Jason Russell House on Jason Terrace. Ample street parking is available on nearby Mass. Ave. and Jason Street. \n===\nThis walking tour is featured in the 2024 Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks series\, “How We Remember.” Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks is part of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area’s larger interpretive strategy which aims to provide life-long learning opportunities to residents and visitors\, connecting them to local landscapes while raising awareness of and inspiring support for conservation and preservation initiatives in the region. \nThis year’s thematic focus is inspired by our semiquincentennial initiative\, How We Remember: A Survey of Revolutionary War Monuments\, Memorials and Markers within the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. The series explores the ways in which people and events of the Revolutionary War period are commemorated in various towns’ landscapes while sharing fascinating stories behind how and why these commemorative objects came to be. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/connecting-communities-walks-talks-arlington/ LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, 7 Jason Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/arlington-ma_jason-russell-house.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Freedom's Way National Heritage Area":MAILTO:info@freedomsway.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20240402T133008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T133324Z UID:20725-1713178800-1713186000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Paul Revere & William Dawes Ride in Arlington (Menotomy) DESCRIPTION:Arlington Town Hall\n11:00 am – Family-friendly activities & light refreshments\n12:00 pm approx. – Arrival of Revere & Dawes\n\nThe Regulars are out! Join the “Menotomy Welcoming Committee” in our annual tradition as we greet National Lancers riders reenacting the rides of Paul Revere and William Dawes. While awaiting the riders\, you are invited to join in family-friendly activities and enjoy light refreshments.\n\nPlease note that the Lancers generally ride rain or shine. Town Hall Auditorium is available for inclement weather. The event could be cancelled if there is severe weather.\n\nFor more information\, please contact arlingtonted@gmail.com\n\nRead the press release and discover all that’s planned for Patriots’ Day Week in Arlington!\n\nPhoto: Minute Man National Historical Park URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/paul-revere-william-dawes-ride-in-arlington-menotomy/ LOCATION:Arlington Town Hall\, 730 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tavern-5-705x705-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240414T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240414T160000 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20240402T131446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T133313Z UID:20945-1713092400-1713110400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Battle of Menotomy: Largest-Ever Reenactment DESCRIPTION:Menotomy (now Arlington) was the site of the bloodiest battle of April 19\, 1775. A larger-than-ever reenactment of the battle between British Regulars and colonial militia will be staged at 2 PM on Sunday\, April 14\, 2024 on Massachusetts Avenue starting at Grove Street and ending at Medford Street. View the reenactment route\, best viewing areas\, and traffic and parking impacts on the Town of Arlington website. \nA detailed account of the Battle of Menotomy\, written by Arlington resident Michael Ruderman\, can be found in the Summer 2023 edition of Discover Concord magazine. \nVisit the Leader Bank Kids’ Corner at 864 Mass Ave from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm for face painting\, snacks\, and bouncy house. American flags and tri-corner hats for the kids! \nRead the press release and discover all that’s planned for Patriots’ Day Week in Arlington! URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/battle-of-menotomy-largest-ever-reenactment/ LOCATION:Arlington\, MA\, Arlington\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Tavern-4-705x705-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420 DTSTAMP:20260614T041742 CREATED:20240402T125832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T133156Z UID:20935-1712707200-1713571199@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Tavern Week DESCRIPTION:Taverns were gathering places for locals and lodgers in colonial times. People could eat\, drink\, and be entertained. Taverns played an important role in Menotomy (now Arlington) in 1775. The Menotomy Committee of Safety met on April 18th at the Black Horse Tavern. They discussed oppressive policies and the movements of the British Regulars. Those members who spent the night heard the Regulars advancing through Menotomy in the early morning of April 19th\, the first day of the American Revolution. \nDuring Tavern Week\, we want to recognize the tavern tradition in Menotomy and encourage our residents and visitors to gather\, eat\, drink\, and be entertained at today’s restaurants. Arlington 250 invites every restaurant in town to become a tavern during Tavern Week! Check back soon for details! \nRead the press release and discover all that’s planned for Patriots’ Day Week in Arlington! URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/tavern-week/ LOCATION:Arlington\, MA\, Arlington\, MA\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Tavern-1-705x705-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington 250":MAILTO:arlingtonted@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR