In its 10th year, GirlPower! Be Who You Are™ workshops, discover fun and creative ways to move and express feelings, make connections with other girls and explore ways to add zest and vitality in life. Spend a winter afternoon exploring yoga, dance, Pilates and martial arts. Prepare a vision board with the theme of "Inspirational […]
For children ages 4-5. Developmentally appropriate skills, fun and etiquette are emphasized. Racquets will be provided if needed. Class Length: 30 Minutes Location: Spring & Fall-Emerson Tennis Courts Winter-Hunt Recreation Center Min/Max: 3/4 Ages: 4-5 years old Begins Monday January 8th and ends Monday February 26th 2 times to choose from: 1:30-2 and 2:00-2:30
Make meal preparation easier and quicker by having good knives, and learning how to use them efficiently. This knife skills hands-on class is the most useful skill in cooking. You will learn how to hold a knife, how to cut, slice, mince, julienne and more without cutting yourself. Bring a 3 inch peeler, and a […]
Join Chris Petrini as he presents his travel video of his 2016 climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro, one of our Seven Summits, followed by photos of a magnificent family safari in the Serengeti.
Finance Committee Public Hearing for Annual Town Meeting for School Budget & Articles; Community Preservation Articles
Use Facebook on the Go Learn how to access Facebook using either the mobile app or the mobile site via an Internet browser to be able to keep in touch with family and friends when you're on the go. Please bring your device and your login and password (if you already have an account) to […]
Produce your own Music Video! In this 4-week course you will learn what it takes to choreograph, direct, tape and edit your own Music Video using CCTV’s State of the art chroma-key (Green Screen!) studio and field equipment.
Fran Spayne, Holistic Therapist, Mind-Body Wellness Coach and Instructor with Emerson’s Steinberg Wellness Center for Mind and Body will moderate the evening and be speaking on the Mind-Body Interconnection as well as how Mindfulness can keep physical symptoms at bay.
Eligibility: Pre-K* to Grade 6 - *age 5 by September 1, 2018 - no exceptions Season Dates: Games are played on Saturdays Pre-K to Grade 4: April 28 - June 9, 2018 with no games scheduled on Memorial Day weekend. Grades 5 and 6: April 7 to June 9, 2018 with no games scheduled on […]
When the United States entered World War II, Italian nationals living in this country were declared enemy aliens and faced with legal restrictions. Several thousand aliens and a few U.S. citizens were arrested and underwent flawed hearings, and hundreds were interned. Shedding new light on an injustice often overshadowed by the mass confinement of Japanese […]
How do you shop for clothes? Do you go to a department store at the mall, buy online or through mail order catalogues, shop locally at specialty shops, or frequent consignment shops? How did Concordians in the 18th and 19th centuries acquire their clothes? Who were the style-setters? As part of the state-wide MASS Fashion […]
Presentations by Warrant Article Petitioners, the Planning Board and Sponsors of Funding for 2229 Main Street (the NMI/Superfund site) redevelopment. An opportunity to prepare for the Town Meeting in April.
Come to the Seuss Party at the Main Library! There will be fun activities, snacks, and a puppet show. All ages welcome to join the party and a Storywalk in the front of the Library.
Whether you take a practice test with us or not, join us for a bootcamp where you will learn strategies and techniques to help you prepare for the ACT or SAT.
Concord Youth Theatre’s PLAYTIME THEATER is moving to the Harvey Wheeler Community Center in West Concord - 1276 Main Street, West Concord. Parking is in the back of the building. You can enter the parking lot on Church Street. All shows at 10:30am. $5/person, cash or check only - no advance sales. Suggested audience ages 2-9. Come […]
Enjoy maple treats and warm cider with friends and supporters of the farm. Learn about sugaring as our farmers boil local maple sap into syrup. RSVP to receive an email notification in case this event is postponed or cancelled due to weather.
For children ages 4-5. Developmentally appropriate skills, fun and etiquette are emphasized. Racquets will be provided if needed. Class Length: 30 Minutes Location: Spring & Fall-Emerson Tennis Courts Winter-Hunt Recreation Center Min/Max: 3/4 Ages: 4-5 years old Begins Monday March 5th and ends Monday April 9th Two times to choose from: 1:30-2 and 2:00-2:30
Who wouldn't want to eat their own edible work of art when you finish this hands-on cake decorating class?! You will decorate your own cake, using the skills learned in class. Airbrushing, stencil details, and hand-painted designs will be taught to create a delicious piece of artwork. It's a piece of cake to learn if […]
The 4-H Babysitters Training Course teaches youth ages 11 and older what they need to know to be caring, trustworthy, responsible, and competent babysitters. The course includes units on: safety, first aid, child development, nutrition, entertaining children, and the business of babysitting. Join us and prepare to become a responsible babysitter! Tuesdays 1:30-3:30 Last Class […]
Come learn the ancient nature-based arts of the ninja. This 4 week course will cover the Level 1 Ninjas in Nature (NiN) skills. This class will teach a combination of awareness, movement, survival skills, stealth and camouflage, fire skills, and an introduction in ninjutsu, or the art of the ninja. This class will be a […]
When most people consider the possibility of aging in their home they think of wheel chair ramps, stair lifts, elevators, and single level living. However, modifying your house for aging is much more than just adding ramps, it is also about enhancing your house's convenience and safety. We will discuss kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, entries, interior […]
Award-winning songwriter and musician, David Polansky, will make a special appearance at the Fowler Branch for an exciting and hilarious musical performance for the whole family. Don't miss it!
Hosted by the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Dr. Laurie Hunter, Superintendent of the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District, has begun a strategic planning process to construct a vision and plan that will help guide the direction of our districts for the next five […]
The CCM Music Skills Workshop Series is open to the public and we encourage non-CCM students of all ages to attend. The Series is a component of the CCM Music Achievement Program (MAP), which helps students to become well-rounded musicians and go far beyond their typical lesson and practice schedule. With a limited time commitment […]
EmerSong: a cabaret of select high school and college a cappella groups: March 10 Back by popular demand! On March 10, The Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital will present EmerSong: a cabaret of select high school and college a cappella groups. This special evening of talent will be enhanced by refreshments, cash bar and a compelling […]
The Shamrock Ball is for girls in grades 2-6 and any adult guest. This semi-formal event takes place at the Westford Regency on Saturday March 10, 2018. Tickets are sold as a pair. One for the adult and one for the child. If you have more than one child attending there is a reduced fee […]
Cupcakes are one of the hottest trends in the dessert industry right now. Everyone loves cupcakes - you don’t have to cut any cake, just pass and serve! In this class, you will learn how to decorate for a variety of special occasions, birthday themes to holiday ideas and other clever designs. Everyone will go […]
Join the Dillons on another fascinating experience through parts of England, France and Italy.
The high cost of long-term care can wipe out a family’s life savings in a short period of time. Unfortunately, many families are faced with this situation, finding themselves at the mercy of an under-funded government Medicaid system with limited choices. Recent legislative changes have created many questions surrounding planning techniques: How can I protect […]
A Brush with the Past - Painting in the Boston School Tradition The Umbrella Gallery Painting in the Boston School tradition, Jean Lightman’s award-winning work can be found in private collections in the US and abroad. Her paintings combine the accurate drawing and aesthetic design derived from the 19th Century academic tradition with the vibrant […]
The CCM Music Skills Workshop Series is open to the public and we encourage non-CCM students of all ages to attend. The Series is a component of the CCM Music Achievement Program (MAP), which helps students to become well-rounded musicians and go far beyond their typical lesson and practice schedule. With a limited time commitment […]
Wednesday, March 14, 7:30 pm in the Clock Tower Room at Harvey Wheeler Community Center Please come to the West Concord Advisory Committee meeting to hear about the town's desire to acquire open space along the north side of Warner's Pond. Town Manager Kate Hodges will attend the WCAC meeting to outline the town's vision […]
Sure'n it's not your average Irish boiled dinner! Chase away that winter chill with a warm Irish stew. Enjoy Celtic music and some lively step dancing before dinner. Doors open at 4:45, dinner is served at 5:30. All are welcome, at no charge. For more information about Open Table, check us out at www.opentable.org, or […]
...you PLAN in advance; you UNDERSTAND the financial aid process; you ACT early enough to be successful. Financial aid goes to the families who plan and act in advance - before December of the child’s sophomore year of high school. This course will teach you the concepts and strategies that will help you maximize your […]
Join Professional Chef Jeannettte Pothier at the Harvey Wheeler Building for her Bread Dough Simplified Class. Learn how to use yeast to make bread and pizza. If you have ever killed your yeast while making bread and rolls, this is the class for you. Our focus will be on baking French bread and making and […]
Join us for free foreign films on select Fridays in January, February and March. The series is free and open to everyone in the family. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and all movies start at 7 p.m. at the Fowler branch. This week's film is LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE (Mexico, 1992) R Tita knew the […]
Everyone is Irish today! Put on something green and join us for our 1st annual St. Patrick’s Day 5k & Fun Run. Medals for all runners and awards will be given to the top male and female runner of each division. Digital display at finish line with printout. T-Shirts for all who preregister. Divisions (by […]
Everyone is Irish today! Put on something green and join us for our 1st annual St. Patrick’s Day 5k & Fun Run. Medals for all runners and awards will be given to the top male and female runner of each division. Digital display at finish line with printout. T-Shirts for all who preregister. Divisions (by […]
Join us for a delightful interactive theater experience! CYT actors will inspire you with new and improved versions of familiar children’s stories, complete with a sing-a-long! Outgoing audience members may even join the actors on stage to tell a joke or share a special talent. And everyone gets a prize at the end!!! So put […]
Candidate Forum for Town Offices and School Committee
"They’ve broken out beyond Canada’s borders like no other artist since Glenn Gould. Their irreverent, spontaneous approach to the classics, as well as their devotion to new music, has made them a model for what the modern-day string quartet should be. This Schumann disc — their debut — won them a Juno and was one […]
Come learn the many styles of cake decorating in this all-inclusive class while we make a 3-D flower tree stump. Spring ahead with this perfect cake centerpiece that will dazzle anyone!
The world was reminded last year of the power and beauty of silent cinema when the Michel Hazanavicius film “The Artist,” done in the style of a silent film, won both the French Cesar and the American Oscar as Best Picture of the Year. This lecture will discuss the thirty-year tradition of silent cinema and […]
We look forward to visiting the following communities in March to share an update on the Community Chest's work and to introduce Jennifer Ubaldino, who joined the Chest as Executive Director in October 2017. Harvey Wheeler Community Center Tuesday, March 13th 10:30 am Please join us for tea, pastries and a lively discussion!
In this workshop we’ll explore our assumptions about aging and change, some of which may be limiting and blocking us from the opportunity for the evolutionary growth available to us. Through exercises and discussion, we’ll explore the territory that can open us up to a richer, more vibrant “third chapter” in life. Information presented along […]
We look forward to visiting the following communities in March to share an update on the Community Chest's work and to introduce Jennifer Ubaldino, who joined the Chest as Executive Director in October 2017. Newbury Court Wednesday, March 21st 10:00 am Please join us for tea, pastries and a lively discussion!
Registration is open for player evaluations for the 2018-19 season. Please go to www.CCYH.org and select "Register Online". If you have questions, contact Andi Rice: andi.rice@comcast.net
Join us for free foreign films on select Fridays in January, February and March. The series is free and open to everyone in the family. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and all movies start at 7 p.m. at the Fowler branch. This week's film is EL MARIACHI (USA 1992) R A young musician arrives in […]
The Concord Orchestra is composed of 70 musicians living in Concord, Massachusetts and the greater Boston metropolitan area. Richard Pittman, the versatile founder and music director of Boston Musica Viva, has been the music director and conductor of the Concord Orchestra since 1969. The orchestra was founded in 1953, making 2017-2018 our 65th season. Our […]
Set in the Deep South, Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel sees racial injustice envelop a small-town community. Through courage and compassion, lawyer Atticus Finch seeks the truth, and his feisty daughter, Scout - a young girl on the cusp of adulthood - brings new hope to a neighborhood in turmoil. The Umbrella's Take: TO KILL […]
Saturday, March 24, noon - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Delight your child or grandchild with an afternoon for just the two of you! Bring a favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to join you for tea or cocoa and take part in a simple craft. Tea served in Brooke Hall with jewel-like […]
Learn to Skate with Sharper Edge Skating School this winter. Their experienced staff offers the opportunity to learn the sport of skating in a safe and fun environment. Lessons are open to individuals over the age of 18 months, even adults. Lessons are at Valley Sports Ice Arena, located at 2320 Main Street/ RT. 62 […]
For over fifty years, the town has annually awarded a Concord resident(s) as Honored Citizen for contributing substantial volunteer services to the community. During the year of honor, the citizen(s) is asked to join the Patriots Day Parade and participate in the town’s celebrations and ceremonies. *Due to renovation projects scheduled at the Town House […]
Students who have done well in high school Chemistry may want to consider taking the Subject Test in Chemistry. We will emphasize content materials on the Chemistry Subject Test that may not have been addressed fully in the regular Chemistry curriculum, (which is not geared toward a particular exam), as well as reviewing topics covered […]
Grab your instrument and learn Old-Time and Americana Fiddling Songs that you can play with your friends. Join renowned fiddlers Laura Cortese, violin, and Valerie Thompson, cello as they lead our workshop. This workshop is not just for beginners, but also for those doubling on another instrument. We'll use several tunes to learn techniques, and […]
Looking at Our Histories, Ourselves, What Connects Us to This Earth and To Each Other: with Poets Duy Doan and Ben Purkert Duy Doan and Ben Purkert will read from their arresting debut collections in the Concord Poetry at the Library Series on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at 3:00 p.m., followed by a Question and […]
Open to incoming freshman CCHS parents Coffee / Social followed by Parent panel / info session
For the remaining weeks, the School Committee will hold one Community Coffee per week until Town Meeting. The revised schedule will be as follows: Thursday 3/22: 7 - 8:30 pm at CCHS Learning Commons Monday 3/26: 9:30 - 11am in the Thoreau cafeteria (changed from 7-8:30pm at Sanborn) Thursday 4/5: 6 - 7:30 pm in […]
For the past 26 years, Elite Freestyle Karate program has taught children life lessons through the ageless practice of martial arts. Students consistently engage in energetic, physical activity which improves their hand eye coordination, balance, & strength. Our family oriented mentality ensures your child will develop and grow in a fast paced, structured environment. Class […]
Please join us for a panel presentation hosted by Heather Mahoney, Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Transition Specialist in collaboration with the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Special Education Parent Advisory Council Would you like to learn about opportunities for your child to participate fully and meaningfully in the community? Do you […]
In this hands-on workshop Associates from Toys in Box will show you how to design a simple 3D object using TinkerCad and print it on a 3D printer. This free workshop is open to adults. Please register. LOCATION: Fowler Library There are 15 spaces available
Wednesday, March 28 1:30-3:30 p.m. Thomas Michie, the Russell B. and Andrée Beauchamp Stearns Senior Curator of Decorative Arts and Sculpture at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, will present the annual Mary Lesneski Memorial Lecture, entitled “Casanova: The Seduction of Europe.” As is tradition, an elegant Afternoon Tea organized by the Guild of Volunteers […]
Join us to explore connections between hunger relief, soil vitality, and healthy food. Featuring Danielle Nierenberg, Co-founder and president of Food Tank; Dr. Kathryn Brodowski, Senior Director of Health and Research at Greater Boston Food Bank; and Doug Wolcik, Farm Manager at Gaining Ground. RSVP Please
CONCORD – The Thursday Author Talk Series will present Mary E. Hart, who will discuss her new book Some Horrific Evening on Thursday, March 29th at 7:00 p.m. The talk will take place in the Periodical Room of the Main Library at 129 Main Street in Concord. Mary E Hart started writing stories back in […]
Join Concord Recreation on Friday, March 30th for our 2nd Annual Egg Hunt at the CCHS Memorial Field at Concord Carlisle High School. This is a free community event for individuals age 2 through 2nd grade. Participants will search for prize filled plastic eggs, get photos with the Easter Bunny, and more! Length: 1.5 hours […]
This full-length practice test is being offered in order to afford students the opportunity to sit for a low-stakes test in a simulated environment. In addition to the valuable practice, students will receive score reports that will help them to make a well-informed decision as to whether the SAT or the ACT is a better […]
Join us for a delightful interactive theater experience! CYT actors will inspire you with new and improved versions of familiar children’s stories, complete with a sing-a-long! Outgoing audience members may even join the actors on stage to tell a joke or share a special talent. And everyone gets a prize at the end!!! So put […]
This year, it will be held on Saturday, March 31st, from 3-5 PM on the grounds of the Old Manse at 269 Monument Street.We will have three separate egg hunts (ages 5-8 at 3:30pm, ages 3-4 at 3:45pm, and ages 0-2 at 4pm), crafts, refreshments and of course lots of socializing with your friends and […]
