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SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: Concord Women’s Chorus Concert: Still Heard Round the World: A Celebration of Music Written by and for Women
DESCRIPTION:The concert will feature two works commissioned by Concord Women’s Chorus:\n\n\nConcord Fragments\, a 2010 piece by renowned composer Libby Larsen\, three movements set to texts by three Concord women: Lidian Emerson\, from an 1843 letter to her husband\, Ralph Waldo Emerson; Martha Lawrence Prescott\, from an 1834 diary entry on her 18th birthday; and poet\, former CWC member and Concord resident Melissa Apperson\, from a poem inspired by Walden Pond. It is scored for women’s voices\, oboe\, clarinet\, and piano.\n\n\nGrown Wild (2021)\, by contemporary composer Melissa Dunphy\, based on a poem by Melissa Apperson\, scored for women’s voices\, piano\, and violin.\n\nWe have commissioned a new arrangement of The Concord Hymn\, using some or all of the instrumentalists from the program. This new arrangement will include audience singing participation\, emphasizing unity by creating a special version of The Concord Hymn that engages all of those gathered – audience and performer alike.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord250-event-concord-womens-chorus-concert-still-heard-round-the-world-a-celebration-of-music-written-by-and-for-women/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, Elm Street 81\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, 1:30pm Tours \nMarch 22\, 2025 – June 30\, 2025 \nBetween twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19\, 1775\, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war\, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms between 1775 and 1783. \nBy the end of the conflict\, an estimated 5\,500 African and Indigenous  men served on the colonial side. Unfortunately\, systemic racism and historical bias have erased or buried many records of Black and Indigenous people who played a prominent role in the founding of the United States. In this 90 minute walking tour we will examine the known history and stories of these Patriots of Color who fought for freedom locally both during the American Revolution and beyond. Minuteman National Park\, Robbins House and Concord Visitors Center staff will lead this tour examining the incredible stories of individuals who risked everything during their struggle for liberty\, equality\, and freedom for all.\n\nTour meets at the North Bridge Lower Lot.  All ages are welcome. Free from March 22-June 30\, 2005.\n\nThis walking tour  is  co-sponsored by Minuteman National Park\, The Robbins House\,  and The Concord Visitors Center as a Concord250 Event and is funded by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism.\n\nDonations in support of Black History Month in Concord may be made to The Robbins House here:  https://robbinshouse.org/donate/\n\nLearn More about Patriots of Color HERE\n\nhttps://robbinshouse.org/wp-content/uploads/PatriotsofColor-web.pdf\n\nhttps://www.nps.gov/mima/patriotsofcolor.htm
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/patriots-of-color-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:North Bridge Lower Parking Lot\, Monument Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184230Z
CREATED:20250430T161552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T184230Z
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SUMMARY:The Umbrella Open Studios 2025
DESCRIPTION:Annual Open Studios and Ceramics Studio Sale at the newly renovated Umbrella Arts Center in the heart of historic Concord Center. \n  \nSaturday\, May 3 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm \nSunday\, May 4 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm \n  \nFor 2025\, we’re delighted to welcome you to our studios and galleries! \n  \nThe Umbrella Arts Center is home to more than 60 working artists skilled in a variety of fine and applied arts including ceramics\, glass\, fiber arts\, jewelry making\, illustration\, mixed-media\, painting\, photography\, printmaking\, illustration\, sculpture\, woodworking\, writing and more. Our annual Open Studios is an incredible opportunity to meet our artists\, learn about their process\, and share in celebrating their work. \n  \nPLUS\, Ceramics Studio Sale\, woodworking and crafts demos\, refreshments\, and free family-friendly activities! \n  \nSee https://theumbrellaarts.org/OS
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/the-umbrella-open-studios-2025/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184229Z
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SUMMARY:Fife & Drum Music Festival (Muster)
DESCRIPTION:Free outdoor afternoon of music\, history and entertainment by two dozen fife and drum corps representing different eras including the Revolution\, hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps of Lexington. Begins with a 250th anniversary ceremony on the Lexington Battle Green (1624 Massachusetts Ave.) honoring the 7 Lexington patriots who fell on the Green at the Battle of Lexington in 1775. Free parking; walking distance from Lexington’s historic Battle Green\, Visitors Center and historic houses
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/fife-drum-music-festival-muster/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, Lexington\, Corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Worthen Rd.\, Lexington
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Historical Visitor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T150000
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SUMMARY:Bessie’s Closet at Discovery Museum
DESCRIPTION:Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all. Supported by donations from the community\, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required\, but also not included. All items are available free of charge\, take what you need! Items available in Bessie’s Closet are dependent upon donations received.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/bessies-closet-at-discovery-museum-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, 01720
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184229Z
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SUMMARY:Concord250: Discord on the Concord:  River Ice Breakup and the Revolution of the Seasons (Then and Now)
DESCRIPTION:The Sudbury-Assabet-Concord (SuAsCo) Wild and Scenic River Stewardship Council hosts University of Connecticut Professor Robert Thorson and a special presentation on the history of our rivers as part of Concord250. \nA frequent and engaging speaker in Concord\, Dr. Thorson is a Midwestern native\, turned Northwestern geologist\, turned Northeastern academic. He is a life member of the Thoreau Society\, serves on its board\, and is the author of The Guide to Walden Pond (2018)\, The Boatman (2017)\, Walden’s Shore (2014)\, Beyond Walden (2009)\, The Walden Experiments (in review at Princeton Press)\, and other works. Since 1984 he has been a Professor of Earth Sciences UConn where he commutes to work on a woodland path. \n  \nHis talk\, “Discord on the Concord: River Ice Breakup and the Revolution of the Seasons (Then and Now)” will feature his new analysis of historic seasonal changes in the rivers\, from spring ice breakup to their typical slow and dark path through our town in summer. Zooming out from the Old North Bridge\, Dr. Thorson will explain this river system’s unusual behavior\, how ice-jam flooding may have played a key role in bridge history between 1660 and 1793\, and how climate change in our 21st century is transforming the river we have known.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord250-discord-on-the-concord-river-ice-breakup-and-the-revolution-of-the-seasons-then-and-now/
LOCATION:Concord Free Public Library\, 129 Main Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20250425T153919Z
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SUMMARY:Concord Recreation Concord250th Fun Run
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nSaturday\, May 3rd\n9-11am\nStarting location: Willard School\nEnding location: White Pond\n2.5 mile course and 1 mile course options\nColonial dress encouraged!
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord-recreation-concord250th-fun-run/
LOCATION:Willard School\, Powder Mill Road\, Concord\, Ma\, 01742
CATEGORIES:Children,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T223000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184228Z
CREATED:20250425T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T184228Z
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SUMMARY:Urinetown the Musical May 2-17
DESCRIPTION:The Concord Players presents Urinetown the Musical…a slightly different type of Revolution! \nIt’s a dark time in a dark city\, where a 20-year drought has led to severe water restrictions — including a ban on private toilets. Fee-based public toilets are controlled by the evil Urine Good Company\, which is gleefully gouging huge profits off a very basic human need. In all this wasteland\, can a golden-throated hero arise who has the heart\, the hope\, and the pipes to lead the people to freedom? \nWinner of multiple Tony awards\, Urinetown the Musical is an irreverent satire\, whose sharp wit and non-stop humor present us with the endlessly comic side of unchecked capitalism\, corporate mismanagement\, and social irresponsibility. \nPerformances: May 2\, 3\, 9\, 10\, 16 & 17 at 8:00 pm and May 4 & 11 at 2:00pm \nat The Performing Arts Center\, 51 Walden Street\, Concord\, MA \nFor Tickets and more information: concordplayers.org or call 978-369-2990
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/urinetown-the-musical-may-2-17-3/
LOCATION:51 walden
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T220000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184229Z
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SUMMARY:Concord Players present “Urinetown”
DESCRIPTION:A slightly different kind of revolution will take place in historic Concord with The Concord Players’ production of Urinetown the Musical! It’s a dark time in a dark city\, where a 20-year drought has led to severe water restrictions – including a ban on private toilets. Public pay toilets are controlled by the evil ‘Urine Good Company’\, which is gleefully gouging huge profits off a very basic human right: the privilege to pee. Despite the title\, this multiple Tony Award winner is an irreverent satire\, whose sharp wit and non-stop humor presents the endlessly comic side of unchecked capitalism\, corporate greed and social irresponsibility. Urinetown takes a modern approach to examine the concept of a revolution with this road to freedom paved with catchy music\, flashy dance sequences and witty comedy. Performances: May 2\, 3\, 9\, 10\, 16 & 17 at 8:00 pm and May 4 & 11 at 2:00 pm Tickets: $28. with reserved seating Visit: www.concordplayers.org
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord-players-present-urinetown/
LOCATION:Concord Players – 51 Waden Street\, 51 Walden Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T203000
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SUMMARY:Evening of Fife & Drum Music (Military Tattoo)
DESCRIPTION:Attend the 23rd Annual Lexington Tattoo and Muster \nFree outdoor evening performance of fife and drum music at the scene of the first skirmish in the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps of Lexington and featuring four other corps.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/evening-of-fife-drum-music-military-tattoo/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green\, 1625 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Historical Visitor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T200000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184228Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Nights Free at Discovery Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Join us with free admission and explore the Museum and Discovery Woods on the first Friday night of every month during the school year\, October through June! Discovery Woods will close at dusk. \nWe will gratefully accept non-perishable food donations for Open Table and the Acton Food Pantry. First Friday Nights Free are generously sponsored by MathWorks.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/first-friday-nights-free-at-discovery-museum/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, 01720
CATEGORIES:Children
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ORGANIZER;CN="Discovery Museum":MAILTO:discoveryacton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T193000
DTSTAMP:20250502T184228Z
CREATED:20250417T090743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T184228Z
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SUMMARY:Bessie’s Closet at Discovery Museum
DESCRIPTION:Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all. Supported by donations from the community\, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required\, but also not included. All items are available free of charge\, take what you need! Items available in Bessie’s Closet are dependent upon donations received.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/bessies-closet-at-discovery-museum/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St.\, Acton\, 01720
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161549Z
CREATED:20250417T090743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161549Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalization Ceremony at Old North Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Naturalization Ceremony at Old North Bridge National Park Service and US Citizenship and Immigration Event. Details to be announced.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/naturalization-ceremony-at-old-north-bridge/
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20250430T161549Z
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SUMMARY:Concord250: Umbrella Arts “Black Out Walden”
DESCRIPTION:Spring through Fall 2025 \n\nThe exhibition is planned for The Brister Hill Loop\, part of the forest named for Brister Freeman\, an enslaved man who won his freedom by serving in the Revolutionary War and then bought property in Walden Woods and lived there along with other formerly enslaved. This area holds the untold stories of people who etched out their lives in an area inhospitable to growth. The exhibit intends to be a historically informed temporary outdoor installation in this area to remember those whose lives remain unmarked to express the importance and fullness of history that exists within the background of this historical site. \n\nThis project is part of The Umbrella Arts Center’s long standing Art Ramble tradition\, but is extended this year because of the 250 celebration. Viewers will walk a trail that has one monument to Brister Freeman and is otherwise named Thoreau’s trail where quotes accompany you throughout. Between 10 and 12 works will be dispersed and placed along a marked path leading to the Reflection Circle. \n\nThe participating artists will pull their inspiration from the research and information provided about Walden Woods with the primary source of research being the book Black Walden: Slavery and Its Aftermath in Concord\, Massachusetts by Elise Lemire. \n\nThe site-specific exhibition will be a combination of sculpture\, installation and live performance inspired by the inhabitants of these woods to evoke their presence and to express the experiences of their lives within the space. Many of the artists will also have work in a show that will be being held concurrently in the Allie Kussin Gallery at The Umbrella Arts Center.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord250-umbrella-arts-black-out-walden/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161549Z
CREATED:20250425T153915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161549Z
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SUMMARY:Art Reception at Wright Tavern: “Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides”
DESCRIPTION:Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides \nAn exhibition of Fine Art prints made to resemble 18th century broadsides created for the semiquincentennial celebration of Concord Massachusetts. They are on view at the Wright Tavern\, an historic building that played a role in the founding of the United States and the place where the Provincial Congress was planned. Nineteen artists created prints at Shepherd & Maudsleigh Studio in West Newton\, a large space where artists and printmakers can create their work in a community environment. Just as in 1775\, their messaging urges us to awaken\, rise\, and act. \nMeet the artists and celebrate the Tavern on April 30th from 6-8pm \nParticpating Artists: Sandra Cardillo\, Megan Cascella\, Barbara Corrigan\, Renee Covalucci\, Deborah Epstein\, Elissa Freud\, Gail Hansen\, Sharon Hayes\, Rebekah Lord Gardiner\, Steve Murakishi\, Susan Murie\, Marie Nolan\, Charles Norris\, Andrew Palladino\, Molly Paul\, Kelli Sacher\, Laurie Sheffield\, Liz Shepherd\, Saskia Van Vactor \nSponsors: Shepherd & Maudsleigh Studio\, Blick Art Materials \nWright Tavern\, 2 Lexington Rd\, Concord MA\nhttps://www.wrighttavern.org/\nOpen Daily\, 11 am- 5 pm\, closed Tuesdays \n  \n \n 
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/art-reception-at-wright-tavern-awake-rise-act-contemporary-broadsides/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T163000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161543Z
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SUMMARY:Dance Prism Ballet Presents “A Midsummer’s Night Dream”
DESCRIPTION:Dance Prism Ballet presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Shakespeare’s shimmering fantasy of fairies and foolish mortals\, coming to theaters for two performances only.  \nJ. Everett Collins Center\, Andover |  April 25th  at 2:30 \nThe Performing Arts Center in Littleton | April  26th at 2:30 \nDance Prism’s production is a magical mix of fairy fun and silly adventures! Watch as four young friends get tangled in love and laughter\, and giggle at Bottom the weaver\, who gets turned into a donkey by the cheeky Puck. This delightful tale of fairies\, humans\, magic\, and mix-ups is set to Mendelssohn’s lively and sparkling music and is sure to delight audiences  of all ages.  \nVisit www.danceprism.com for tickets Group rates are available by sending an inquiry to danceprism.groupsales@gmail.com. Tickets are non-refundable but exchanges for same performances can be accommodated. All Seats are Reserved.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/dance-prism-ballet-presents-a-midsummers-night-dream/
LOCATION:Littleton Performing Arts Center\, King Street 56\, Littleton\, 01460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T220000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161542Z
CREATED:20250417T090734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161542Z
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SUMMARY:Concord Museum: The 250th Midnight Ride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution at the 250th Midnight Ride Celebration. Enjoy an unforgettable night of festive food\, entertainment\, and dancing as we mark this historic milestone in style and honor Churchill and Janet Franklin. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Museum’s educational programs\, helping us continue to inspire and engage future generations through the power of history.\n\nWe look forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord-museum-the-250th-midnight-ride-celebration/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Food,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:cm1@concordmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T210000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161542Z
CREATED:20250417T090736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161542Z
UID:3262-1745694000-1745701200@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Southern Rail Brings High-Energy Bluegrass to Concord Conservatory of Music on April 26
DESCRIPTION:Southern Rail will deliver their high-energy performance\, riveting harmonies\, irrepressible humor\, and sparkling banjo\, mandolin\, and guitar solo work\, promising an unforgettable night of bluegrass music. The band features CCM faculty member Rich Stillman on banjo and harmony vocals\, Jim Muller on guitar and lead vocals\, Sharon Horovitch on acoustic bass and harmony vocals\, and John Tibert on mandolin and harmony vocals. Together\, they create rich vocal textures and deliver beautiful\, creative bluegrass arrangements that have captivated audiences for years.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/southern-rail-brings-high-energy-bluegrass-to-concord-conservatory-of-music-on-april-26/
LOCATION:Concord Conservatory of Music\, 1317 Main Street (within the West Concord Union Church)\, Concord\, MA\, 01719
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Conservatory of Music":MAILTO:info@ConcordConservatory.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T143000
DTSTAMP:20250430T161542Z
CREATED:20250417T090848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T161542Z
UID:3312-1745674200-1745677800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, 1:30pm Tours \nMarch 22\, 2025 – June 30\, 2025 \nBetween twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19\, 1775\, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war\, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms between 1775 and 1783. \nBy the end of the conflict\, an estimated 5\,500 African and Indigenous  men served on the colonial side. Unfortunately\, systemic racism and historical bias have erased or buried many records of Black and Indigenous people who played a prominent role in the founding of the United States. In this 90 minute walking tour we will examine the known history and stories of these Patriots of Color who fought for freedom locally both during the American Revolution and beyond. Minuteman National Park\, Robbins House and Concord Visitors Center staff will lead this tour examining the incredible stories of individuals who risked everything during their struggle for liberty\, equality\, and freedom for all.\n\nTour meets at the North Bridge Lower Lot.  All ages are welcome. Free from March 22-June 30\, 2005.\n\nThis walking tour  is  co-sponsored by Minuteman National Park\, The Robbins House\,  and The Concord Visitors Center as a Concord250 Event and is funded by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism.\n\nDonations in support of Black History Month in Concord may be made to The Robbins House here:  https://robbinshouse.org/donate/\n\nLearn More about Patriots of Color HERE\n\nhttps://robbinshouse.org/wp-content/uploads/PatriotsofColor-web.pdf\n\nhttps://www.nps.gov/mima/patriotsofcolor.htm
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/patriots-of-color-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:North Bridge Lower Parking Lot\, Monument Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20250425T153912Z
CREATED:20250417T090732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T153912Z
UID:3258-1745672400-1745679600@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:West Concord Art Loop Kick-Off Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Postponed to April 26th\, due to the weather. \nJoin us April 26th! \n 
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/west-concord-art-loop-kick-off-celebration/
LOCATION:West Concord Junction\, Commonwealth Avenue and Main Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Concord Art Loop":MAILTO:westconcordartloop@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000
DTSTAMP:20250425T153912Z
CREATED:20250417T090838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T153912Z
UID:3310-1745521200-1745524800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Claiming Sovereignty: Native Communities and the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth James-Perry\, Aquinnah Wampanoag Culture Bearer and Artist\, joins us for a conversation on the experiences of Native communities in the Massachusetts area during the American Revolution. As part of the new special exhibition Whose Revolution Elizabeth James-Perry created a Wampum choker that represents the kind of object an eighteenth-century Wampanoag soldier from eastern Massachusetts\, active in the Revolutionary War Militia and Naval companies might choose to wear into battle. In the forum\, learn more about the creation of the choker and its significance. Arrive early for an opportunity to view the Wampum choker in the special exhibition Whose Revolution. \nFree Members | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/claiming-sovereignty-native-communities-and-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents,Indigenous
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:cm1@concordmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000
DTSTAMP:20250425T153911Z
CREATED:20250417T090838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T153911Z
UID:3309-1745517600-1745524800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History Panel Discission at 1780 House
DESCRIPTION:How does a globally focused children’s publisher celebrate America’s 250th anniversary while also acknowledging the complex history of the nation? Join us for nibbles\, wine\, and a panel discussion with Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) author Rachel Katz and Barefoot Books CEO and Co-Founder Nancy Traversy on the story behind Rise Up!\, Barefoot Books’ America 250 collection\, and ways to engage children in hopeful discussion for our nation’s future. For ages 10+.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/rise-up-powerful-protests-in-american-history-panel-discission-at-1780-house/
LOCATION:1780 House
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barefoot Books":MAILTO:lauren.joyner@barefootbooks.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T213000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093105Z
CREATED:20250417T090730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093105Z
UID:3254-1745434800-1745443800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:17th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:For 16 years\, we have hosted this incredible event with friends from our watershed\, aiming to unite the community around local environmental issues\, inspire advocacy\, and provide opportunities for local involvement from people like YOU. This year’s award-winning films are brought to you from the nation’s largest environmental film festival. The films\, celebrating the theme Wild at Heart\, speak to the power of wild places to spark inspiration\, compassion\, and understanding of the world around us.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/17th-annual-wild-scenic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Maynard Fine Arts Theatre\, 19 Summer Street\, Maynard\, 01754
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="OARS":MAILTO:office@oars3rivers.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T153000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093112Z
CREATED:20250417T090837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093112Z
UID:3307-1745402400-1745422200@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Concord Museum: Family Progam: Meet a Sailor
DESCRIPTION:Free with Museum Admission. Members visit free. Drop-in throughout the day.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord-museum-family-progam-meet-a-sailor/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:cm1@concordmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093112Z
CREATED:20250417T090837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093112Z
UID:3306-1745344800-1745352000@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Barefoot Books: Panel Discussion with Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History
DESCRIPTION:How does a globally focused children’s publisher celebrate America’s 250th anniversary while also acknowledging the complex history of the nation? Join us for nibbles\, wine\, and a panel discussion with Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) author Rachel Katz and Barefoot Books CEO and Co-Founder Nancy Traversy on the story behind Rise Up!\, Barefoot Books’ America 250 collection\, and ways to engage children in hopeful discussion for our nation’s future. For ages 10+.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/barefoot-books-panel-discussion-with-rise-up-powerful-protests-in-american-history/
LOCATION:Barefoot Books\, 23 Bradford Street\, 2nd Flor\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barefoot Books":MAILTO:lauren.joyner@barefootbooks.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093104Z
CREATED:20250417T090728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093104Z
UID:3251-1745316000-1745323200@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Barefoot Books hosts family-friendly event: Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly event in the colorful Barefoot Books Community Space! Enjoy a story time of our brand new book Rise Up!: Powerful Protests in American History (Barefoot Books) with author Rachel Katz at 10:30am. Following the storytime\, help us add to our community art project and tell us: “What Do You Stand For?” You will have the chance to purchase a copy and get it signed by the author! All ages welcome.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/barefoot-books-hosts-family-friendly-event-rise-up-powerful-protests-in-american-history/
LOCATION:Barefoot Books\, 23 Bradford Street\, 2nd Flor\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barefoot Books":MAILTO:lauren.joyner@barefootbooks.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T170000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093104Z
CREATED:20250417T090724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093104Z
UID:3249-1745249400-1745254800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:CCHS vs. Lexington: Patriots’ Day Baseball Game
DESCRIPTION:Cheer on the CCHS Boys Baseball Team as they take on Lexington at Lexington High School on Monday\, April 21. \n 
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/cchs-vs-lexington-patriots-day-baseball-game/
LOCATION:lexington  high school\, lexington
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093104Z
CREATED:20250417T090720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093104Z
UID:3246-1745244000-1745251200@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Concord’s Two Revolutions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concords-two-revolutions/
LOCATION:Walden Pond Visitor Center
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents,Historical Visitor,Literary Visitor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T143000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093104Z
CREATED:20250417T090717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093104Z
UID:3243-1745236800-1745245800@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Concord’s Two Revolutions: Rebels\, Writers\, and Transcendentalists
DESCRIPTION:Concord has been the epicenter of two Revolutions; the American War of Independence began here on April 19\, 1775\,  and by the middle of the 19th Century the town was the breeding ground for a second Revolution\, the spiritual\, literary and intellectual movement that became known as Transcendentalism.\n\nWhy Concord? Why did such momentous events happen here? What is it about Concord that fostered rebellion\, independence\, and great literature? Who were the men and women who were involved in these events?\n\nJoin Historian Richard Smith on Patriots Day weekend for a look at “Concord’s Two Revolutions; Rebels\, Writers and Transcendentalists”. Richard will talk about Concord in the 18th and 19th Century and the two Revolutions that started here and the repercussions from them that are felt to this day.\n\nRichard Smith has lectured on and written about antebellum United States history and 19th-century American literature since 1995. He has worked in Concord as a public historian and Living History Interpreter since 1999 and has portrayed Henry Thoreau at Walden Pond and around the country. Richard has written and edited 11 books for Applewood Books and  is a regular contributor to Discover Concord Magazine.
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concords-two-revolutions-rebels-writers-and-transcendentalists/
LOCATION:Walden Pond Visitor Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000
DTSTAMP:20250417T093112Z
CREATED:20250417T090836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T093112Z
UID:3305-1745229600-1745251200@concordscolonialinn.com
SUMMARY:Concord Museum: Meet Steve the Silversmith\, Family Prorgam
DESCRIPTION:Meet a real-life silversmith who will be demonstrating his craft and exploring history’s most famous patriot silversmith\, Paul Revere! \nFree with Museum Admission. Members visit free. Drop-in throughout the day. \n  \n 
URL:https://concordscolonialinn.com/event/concord-museum-meet-steve-the-silversmith-family-prorgam/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:cm1@concordmuseum.org
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