Events

The Art of Birds: Avians as Symbols, Stewards, and Storytellers. October 8 - December 4, 2024 Learn from our distinguished group of lecturers about the wonder of birds as inspiration for diverse artistic traditions, cultural storytelling, and effective social change. Explore new perspectives on bird art through a diverse range of subject areas and through the research and work of curators, artists, conservationists, and scholars, in this series of five free programs, which all take place via Zoom. All registrants will receive a link to a program recording after each lecture.

Thoreau Farm presents author Helen Humphreys, author of Followed by the Lark, in conversation with Jeffrey S. Cramer. Discover how similar the concerns of the early 19th century were to our own and learn to listen for news of change. October 6. ThoreauFarm.org

Don't miss this year's Harvest Festival, the annual fundraiser to support pediatric care at Emerson Hospital. Join in a day of family fun featuring games and prizes, hayrides, face paint, Pick-your-own pumpkins, 4-H animals, and a silent auction! Enjoy live music by the Gwen Johnston Trio as well as delicious a la carte food! October 5. VerrillFarm.com

The Umbrella Stage Company is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of “Now. Here. This.” – a musical jaunt that explores humor, heart, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of cosmic adventures, four friends share stories about identity, laughter, living, and middle school, all while attempting to step directly into the elusive “present moment.” Hailed by The New York Times as “a blend of good humor and good feeling with an audience-embracing brio that never flags” this new show comes from the creative minds behind “[title of show]”. More than just a musical, it’s a celebration of life, love, connection, and the boundless potential of the human spirit.

EDGE OF DREAMS ARTISTS’ TALK THURSDAY, Oct 3, 6-8 pm Natasha Dikareva and Lyca Blume thread the needle of their immense imaginations with a unique and surprising application of their chosen mediums. Dreams and the unconscious weave through each artist's drawings and paintings: Natasha’s small and large ceramic pieces with her expert drawing and detailed painting as well as Lyca’s free-form renderings with gold leaf on limewashed canvases. Natasha and Lyca have in common the well of their thematic raw material, while their choices in manifesting and creating each of their works is extremely individual and intriguing. Join us at Three Stones Gallery to see their work and hear them speak.

During the month of October, please donate generously for a chance to win a cash raffle prize while supporting Concord Scout House! 60% of donation proceeds support Scouting, dance, and community events at our historic barn venue at 74 Walden Street in Concord Center.

Nearly a half-century after Paddy Chayefsky’s chillingly prescient, Oscar-winning black comedy Network became a cinematic classic, Lee Hall’s potent and provocative new stage adaptation remains as relevant as ever as we grapple with truth, authenticity, and the search for meaning in a digital age. Veteran news anchor Howard Beale isn’t pulling in the viewers. But when his on-air meltdown sparks a revolution, Howard suddenly becomes the biggest thing on TV – a ”mad prophet of the airwaves” determined to speak truth to power, but buffeted by industrial, political and economic forces with ultimately dire consequences.

It's the perfect season to stroll the garden and grounds of the beautiful Emerson House.  September 26 (rain date September 27)

Join Thoreau Farm’s Literary Events as they present “Using Nature's Playbook." Jeffrey Karp, Ph.D., will explore how, in an age of convenience and information overload, it’s easy to miss the opportunity to harness our potential for meaningful and impactful lives. Dr. Karp will explore nature as a vital source of wisdom, inspired action, and the greatest good. September 24. Using Nature’s Playbook | Thoreau Farm

Join the Concord Chamber Music Society for a concert featuring the renowned Jupiter String Quartet at Concord Academy's Performing Arts Center. Program: String Quartet in F minor, Op.95, by Ludwig van Beethoven Imprimatur by Kati Agócs String Quartet in G major, D.887, by Franz Schubert Tickets ($20–$67) at concordchambermusic.org.