Friday, September 7, 2012
Enjoy a fun-filled weekend and stay close to home.
Beach Concert and BBQ When/Where: Friday at 5 p.m. at Wayland Town Beach, 27 Parkland Drive, Wayland. The Buzz: This annual Wayland Children and Parents Association event was rescheduled from the spring due to weather. That means you have a second chance to head to the beach for an evening of food, music and general good times. Price: WCPA members, free; non-members, $10 ($30/family maximum) Bike Tour of Sudbury Valley Trustees Conservation Land When/Where: Saturday at 10 a.m. The tour will begin at Wolbach Farm (18 Wolbach Road, Sudbury). The Buzz: This is a casual bike tour consisting of a 15-20 mile ride to Sudbury Valley Trustee conservation lands in Sudbury and Wayland. At each location, participants will take short guided walks. The …
Friday, August 31, 2012
Just a few ideas for getting out and about this weekend.
Free Fun Fridays at the Discover Museums When/Where: Friday from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Discovery Museums, 177 Main St, Acton. Why Go: You already know that the Discovery Museums are great fun for kids and adults alike, so why not take advantage of the Highland Street Foundation's sponsorship program that provides free admission to five cultural centers each Friday through the summer? Price: Free Arts/Wayland at Walden When/Where: Ends Friday at the Tsongas Center and Gallery at Walden Pond, 915 Walden St, Concord. Why Go: Your oh-so-talented neighbors and friends came together to produce the art for this month-long show on the theme Nature in New England. If you haven't seen it yet, your time is almost up. Price: Free Open House and …
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177 Main St, Acton, MA
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Friday, August 24, 2012
Just a few picks to keep you entertained near home this weekend.
Eid Ul Fitr Festival When/Where: Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Islamic Center of Boston, 126 Boston Post Road, Wayland. Why Go: This is a free festival and the weather is forecast to be perfect. Plus, if you've never sampled food at an ICB event, you've missed out. This is your chance to try traditional Middle Eastern and Indian/Pakistani food with all your purchases supporting a good cause: Syrian families. Price: Free admission Legally Blonde the Musical When/Where: Multiple showings at Wellesley Middle School, 50 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley. Why Go: This enormously popular movie is now an enormously popular musical ... and the setting is pretty much in your backyard. This is Wellesley Theater Project production. Price: $10, Adults; $5, …
Friday, August 17, 2012
Check out one of these events happening in the area this weekend.
Star Wars Symposium When/Where: Saturday at 11 a.m. at Goodnow Library, 21 Concord Road, Sudbury. Why Go: It's not every day that Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and Chewbacca can amicably hang out in the same room. Children ages 6 and up are invited to dress up as their favorite Star Wars character and join Star Wars enthusiast Peter Struzziero for trivia, a costume contest and to learn the history of Star Wars. Price: Free; Register on the Goodnow Library website. Family Golf When/Where: Weekends in August, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at Quail Ridge Country Club, 352 Great Rd, Acton. Why Go: Turn golf into a family activity with Family Golf each weekend evening in August. For every paying adult, a child under 18 golfs for free. Just call to book your tee …
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Quail Ridge Country Club
352 Great Rd, Acton, MA
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Friday, August 10, 2012
From beer to Pink Floyd to free museum experiences, we have some ideas for your weekend that won't take you too far from home.
All-American Craft Beer and Food Experience When/Where: Friday at 6 p.m. at Longfellow's Wayside Inn, 72 Wayside Inn Road, Sudbury. Why Go: All you can eat food (including appetizers and dessert) ... oh, and the $3 beer options from Samuel Adams and the Boston Beer Company. This is the fourth annual event and admission is limited to the first 200 who register by calling (978) 443-1776. Price: $30 for admission and all-you-can-eat food; $3 per beer Gilmour's Breakfast Plays at NARA Park When/Where: Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Nara Park, Ledgerock Way, Acton. Why Go: Pining for Pnk Floyd? Here's your chance to scratch that itch. Gilmour's Breakfast is the premiers Pink Floyd tribute band in New England. Enjoy a nostalgic concert under the stars…
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NARA Park
25 Ledgerock Way, Acton, MA
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Friday, August 3, 2012
Plenty to do this weekend without venturing too far from home.
Contemporary Arts International Opens "Passions" Show When/Where: Sunday at 1 p.m. at 69 Quarry Road, Acton. Why Go: This event is a showcase of repurposing and beauty. The gallery and multiple outdoor sculptures are located in a former rock quarry. The new gallery show, "Passions" features paintings and multimedia pieces by Hungarian-born artist Steven Balough. Price: Donations are appreciated as Contemporary Arts International is a nonprofit. Seussical the Musical When/Where: Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. at Wellesley Middle School, 50 Kingsbury St, Wellesley. Why Go: Who doesn't love a good romp with Dr. Seuss? This is the debut production of the Welleslay Theater Project and is not to be missed. Price: Adults, $10; Students…
Friday, July 27, 2012
Check out your options for entertainment in and around your home town today.
U.S. Air Force Band of Liberty Concert Band Performance When/Where: Friday at 7:30 p.m. at NARA Park, 25 Ledgerock Way, Acton. The Buzz: Enjoy a world-class concert under the stars. There's not a better way to spend a Friday night than listening to a premiere band for free. Price: As mentioned above, it's free. Weston Drama Workshop Presentations When/Where: Friday and Saturday at various times depending on the show. All performances take place at Regis College Fine Arts Center, 235 Wellesley St, Weston. The Buzz: For the past couple of weeks, talented students from throughout the area have been performing in five shows as part of the 50th anniversary season of the Weston Drama Workshop. This weekend, the workshop wraps with performances …
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NARA Park
25 Ledgerock Way, Acton, MA
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Friday, July 20, 2012
A variety of options are on tap for this weekend.
Off the Bed When/Where: Sunday from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. at Jones Tavern, 128 Main St, Acton. The Buzz: Stop by the tavern to check out an exhibition of antique quilts, bed clothes from the Ironwork Farm collection, and quilting demonstrations by Mothertown Quilters. This is your chance to catch a glimpse of the "upstairs." Price: Free Weston Drama Workshop 50th Anniversary Revue and Gala When/Where: Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Regis College of Fine Arts, 235 Wellesley St., Weston. The Buzz: Fifty years of alumni will come back together for a special time of song and dance on-stage as they relive their past experiences together. This is a one night only event. Price: $30 Leaves of Glass Exhibit When/Where: Ongoing at Clever Hand Gallery, 52 Central …
Friday, June 22, 2012
Lots to do this coming weekend without having to venture far from home.
The 56th Acton Lions Club Fair When/Where: Friday, 6 p.m.-closing; Saturday and Sunday, noon-closing. The fair is located at the School Street Soccer Fields (off Route 2 on Acton/Concord town line). The Buzz: Who doesn't love a Ferris wheel? Or Scramber? Or some other carnival ride loaded with nostalgia and a good time. This 56-year-old fair supports scholarships given by the Acton Lions Club and offers a good time for everyone. Stop by on Sunday for a reduced price "Ride All Night" ticket. Price: Unlimited rides on Sunday night for just $25. (Only $20 with this coupon); ample free parking available. 11th Annual River Fest When/Where: Events on Saturday, Sunday and Monday in various locations along the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers…
Friday, June 8, 2012
A few things to do near home this weekend.
Chalkapalooza at the Goward Playground The Details: Break out the sidewalk chalk and head to the Goward Playground near the Acton Memorial Library. You can help create a giant chalk mosaic on the basketball court. Summer treats will be served. When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Goward Playground, near Acton Memorial Library (86 Main St, Acton). Cost: Free Strawberry Fair The Details: Celebrate the coming of summer with a fair devoted to summer's favorite fruit. Strawberry sundaes and shortcake will be on hand as will hot dogs and other snacks. Enjoy the treats while shopping for books, jewelry, garden goodies and more. When/Where: Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, Wayland (5 Damon St, Wayland) Cost: Free…
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Acton Memorial Library
486 Main St, Acton, MA
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390 Lincoln Rd, Sudbury, MA
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11 Townhouse Rd, Weston, MA
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