John Glenn Middle School

The New Song Music Series presents Boston-based Grain Thief on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at John Glenn Middle School Auditorium, 99 McMahon Road, Bedford.
The five-piece string band has released critically acclaimed albums and built a national following through its live performances, bringing a distinctive sound to acoustic roots music.
The members of this quintet have worn the chrome off their frets doing it the hard way. Along the way, they’ve honed their skills as songwriters and musicians and deepened their bond as musical brothers, exploring the boundaries of Americana while staying true to their roots as a string band.
Their latest album, House of the Dog, celebrates perseverance, friendship, and the simple power of acoustic instruments gathered around a microphone. Its original tunes feel warmly familiar—as comfortable as a favorite pair of jeans. In its review of the album, Bluegrass Today
praised Grain Thief’s “sheer joy and absolute enthusiasm,” highlighting the band’s collaborative spirit and the seamless interplay of its instruments.
Watch Grain Thief perform <a href="https://bit.ly/4gTEJG2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“54 Miles to Empty”</a>, a track from the album.
Because of planned construction in Bedford Town Hall’s Reed Room, the concert will be held at John Glenn Middle School, where the auditorium offers comfortable, theater-style seating.
Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 during the week of the concert; ticketing fees may apply. Tickets and additional information are available at <a href="https://newsongbedford.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">newsongbedford.org</a>.

Local Event: Grain Thief Brings Americana and String Band Roots to Bedford

Middlesex County

Hanscom AFB

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Grain Thief Brings Americana and String Band...

The New Song Music Series presents Boston-based Grain Thief on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at John Glenn Middle...

Grain Thief Brings Americana and String Band Roots to Bedford

The Tavern

Hanscom AFB MA

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Military & Family Readiness Center

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The Cellar at Hotel Salem

Double your pleasure and double your fun with an exclusive evening featuring two iconic Hildas, Caroline Rhea and Lucy Davis. Enhance your night with the Hilda VIP Experience add-on for $75, including a meet and greet, autographs, photos, and a Hilda-curated swag bag.

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ResearchILD Book Panel and Open House Event 
ResearchILD is hosting a panel discussion featuring their President, Lynn Meltzer, Ph.D., who will be joined by Robert Brooks, Ph.D., and Ellen Braaten, Ph.D., co-authors of the new book, "Executive Function and Emotional Regulation in the Classroom."&nbsp; Join us as the panel answers questions about how executive function and emotional regulation connect.&nbsp; Educators, parents, and practitioners in the field of education, learning differences, and mental health are welcome to attend.&nbsp; Books will be available for purchase and signing. Contact jcutler@researchild.org or call Debbie at 781-861-3711 for more information.&nbsp;

Local Event: ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open House on Executive Function and Emotional Regulation

Burlington

ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open...

ResearchILD Book Panel and Open House Event 
ResearchILD is hosting a panel discussion featuring their President, Lynn Meltzer,...

ResearchILD Book Panel Discussion and Open House on Executive Function and Emotional Regulation

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The Congregational Church of Needham, UCC

<blockquote><blockquote>You are invited to visit a sampling of Needham Open Studios artists at the Congregational Church of Needham, Saturday, November 7th from 11am - 4pm. Holiday gifts and cards will be available as well as refreshments. Original art and crafts by local artists that are creative and unique. Includes paintings, ceramics, printmaking, hand-made books, fabric origami, mixed media, and more. Free and open to the public with accessibility and free parking.&nbsp; Website: <a href="https://www.needhamopenstudios.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.needhamopenstudios.com/</a></blockquote></blockquote>

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Needham

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Saint Barbara's

Experience a stunning display of artistry at the Burlington Quilters Guild Show, featuring a wide variety of quilts, a boutique, and specialized vendors. Browse unique items and try your luck with raffle baskets, all for a $10 admission fee. Please note this event accepts cash or checks only, and free parking is available and handicap accessible.

Local Event: Burlington Quilters Guild Show 2026

Burlington Quilters Guild Show 2026

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HARVEY WHEELER COMMUNITY CENTER

Prayer, grounded in divine Love and spiritual law, offers a spiritual foundation for healing, personal growth, and experiencing our inseparable connection to God. Join us for a free talk with Bobby Lewis, CS, Christian Science practitioner and member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship.• Sunday, November 8 at 2:30 pm <ul><li>Harvey Wheeler Community Center, 1276 Main Street, Concord, MA</li><li>Free parking &amp; childcare provided</li><li>More info: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.CSConcordMA.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgVicmlkETBoYlVOaGhmTGdNd2dwMnM0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgtptx5C0linxEac5QL7RvsSjHNcwFj7aEUcIrm6pehYy-XsfaO39d4pRstx_aem_pRQv6tAnxaYjmhGMxyefZg&amp;h=AUDCFdAY3jlQjiqUwf9iczQk0j9hK5WwtV0DaefBT3lvC_QpU8YTz_AN2kru8n7092l5jSlPx2qy6Jb4B4dG3mw4WBzUWL-81dnp3I3tzD8B4OmEtexleB9yAQPEhBnZ-cCPnEZm6HD5wHf46Gd8Po4Dm6OdLFANTg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUD4Ecj_aQmqPb2MIq_rPH15CBfUYsL1KTbEkPQFMCaBA4tlXYH5YymWQJq6GgLs4kpRTgEX3dw0RXP09Zjbggvh7SfuHRUxB5nH_vzoiYFAqUXS0HxDr7SSB-ZT38UY" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.CSConcordMA.org</a></li><li><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.CSConcordMA.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgVicmlkETBoYlVOaGhmTGdNd2dwMnM0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgtptx5C0linxEac5QL7RvsSjHNcwFj7aEUcIrm6pehYy-XsfaO39d4pRstx_aem_pRQv6tAnxaYjmhGMxyefZg&amp;h=AUDCFdAY3jlQjiqUwf9iczQk0j9hK5WwtV0DaefBT3lvC_QpU8YTz_AN2kru8n7092l5jSlPx2qy6Jb4B4dG3mw4WBzUWL-81dnp3I3tzD8B4OmEtexleB9yAQPEhBnZ-cCPnEZm6HD5wHf46Gd8Po4Dm6OdLFANTg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUD4Ecj_aQmqPb2MIq_rPH15CBfUYsL1KTbEkPQFMCaBA4tlXYH5YymWQJq6GgLs4kpRTgEX3dw0RXP09Zjbggvh7SfuHRUxB5nH_vzoiYFAqUXS0HxDr7SSB-ZT38UY" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Contact: 978-369-2933</li><li>Sponsored by First Church of Christ, Scientist, Concord, MA, on Monument Square.</li></ul>

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Concord

Effective Prayer: Finding healing and wholeness...

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<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>"Scandinavian Christmas Fair — Saturday, November 14, 10am–3pm at Concord Middle School, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/923+Old+Marlboro+Road,+Concord,+MA?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">923 Old Marlboro Road, Concord, MA</a>. Come meet a Viking and enjoy traditional Scandinavian foods, including open-faced sandwiches, hot dogs, waffles, cheeses and baked goods. Shop for Nordic Christmas gifts, handmade knitwear, jewelry, books, linens, ornaments and more.&nbsp; Admission is $5 for adults; free for children under 16. The Fair is sponsored by Norumbega Lodge of the Sons of Norway. &nbsp;All proceeds support the Lodge’s fraternal and charitable activities."</blockquote></blockquote></blockquote>

Local Event: Scandinavian Christmas Fair

Scandinavian Christmas Fair

"Scandinavian Christmas Fair — Saturday, November 14, 10am–3pm at Concord Middle School, 923 Old Marlboro Road, Concord, MA....

Impromptus Praised as “a Schubertian of unfaltering authority and character” (Gramophone), Shai Wosner brings his trademark blend of intellect, imagination, and playfulness to a program exploring the spirit of improvisation. Pairing works by Schubert, Chopin, Dvořák, Gershwin, and Ives with a brief improvisation of his own, Wosner culminates the evening with Schubert’s transcendent final sonata, the B-flat Major Sonata, D. 960.&nbsp;Tickets at concordchambermusic.com.

Local Event: Impromptus: Shai Wosner, piano

Impromptus: Shai Wosner, piano

Impromptus Praised as “a Schubertian of unfaltering authority and character” (Gramophone), Shai Wosner brings his trademark...

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