Name: The North Star Invitational
Start: 2026-08-22T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Melrose High School Auditorium

Melrose High School Auditorium

Celebrate the rich tradition and pageantry of alumni drum and bugle corps at this special event honoring the 50th anniversary of the founding of the original North Star corps in 1976. The showcase features performances by the Blessed Sacrament Golden Knights, Connecticut Hurricanes Alumni Corps, Crusaders Senior Corps, NY Skyliners Alumni Corps, Warriors Mini Corps, New Wave Drum and Bugle Corps, Bridgemen Brass, and a commemorative presentation by North Star. Tickets are $22.00, with children under 12 attending for free.

Local Event: The North Star Invitational

Middlesex County

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Boston Metropolitan Area

Melrose

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The North Star Invitational

Celebrate the rich tradition and pageantry of alumni drum and bugle corps at this special event honoring the 50th anniversary...

Molly's Bookstore Melrose

Join us on October 18th at 10:30am in welcoming Victoria Kann back to to Molly's Bookstore Melrose! This event is in celebration of her NEW&nbsp;picture book "Snickerdoodle."
Victoria Kann is known for her bestselling Pinkalicious series, and for her fun and engaging author visits.
This is a FREE event!

Local Event: Author Event "Snickerdoodle" with Victoria Kann

Author Event "Snickerdoodle" with Victoria Kann

Join us on October 18th at 10:30am in welcoming Victoria Kann back to to Molly's Bookstore Melrose! This event is in...

Melrose Public Library

Learn how to retain tenants with funded energy saving Initiatives. <a href="https://bit.ly/melrose-landlords" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/melrose-landlords</a>
How much of a weatherization project do you actually pay for? Come find out.
In one hour: 🔍 Where your building is losing heat, and what it is costing you 💰 How much of the work you actually pay for 🏚️ Why an older building is not a dealbreaker
Built for owners of 1-4 unit rental properties. Whether you own one two-family or several buildings, this one is for you.
Cannot make it? Register anyway and we will send you the recording.

Local Event: Melrose Landlord - Energy Saving Workshop

Melrose Landlord - Energy Saving Workshop

Learn how to retain tenants with funded energy saving Initiatives. bit.ly/melrose-landlords
How much of a weatherization...

Planning a home renovation? Make your vision work harder for your family—and the future.
Your renovation is an opportunity to create a home that’s more comfortable, less expensive to operate, and better for the climate.
Join us for a workshop with Becca Edson, Architect, to learn how to incorporate energy efficiency into your renovation plans from the very beginning. Discover practical ways to reduce long-term energy costs, improve comfort, lower your climate impact, and meet—or exceed—Melrose’s Energy Code requirements.
Build the home you envision—with energy efficiency built in.

Local Event: Energy-Efficient Home Renovation Workshop

Energy-Efficient Home Renovation Workshop

Planning a home renovation? Make your vision work harder for your family—and the future.
Your renovation is an opportunity to...

Local Comedy Legends give back to their Local Veterans

Local Event: Local Comedy Legends give back to their Local Veterans

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Local Comedy Legends give back to their Local...

Local Comedy Legends give back to their Local Veterans

Join us on October 22nd at 6:00pm in welcoming Mel West to Molly's Bookstore Melrose. Mel will be signing copies of "Now Is Not a Good Time for a Breakdown," her debut novel.

&nbsp;Come cheer on Mel for this great accomplishment, and snag a signed copy of her book while you're at it.

This is a FREE event!

Local Event: Author Event "Now Is Not a Good Time for a Breakdown" with Mel West

Author Event "Now Is Not a Good Time for a...

Join us on October 22nd at 6:00pm in welcoming Mel West to Molly's Bookstore Melrose. Mel will be signing copies of "Now Is Not...

Author Event "Now Is Not a Good Time for a Breakdown" with Mel West

Join us on October 23rd at 7:00pm in welcoming husband and wife writing duo, K.B. Brodsky, to Molly's Bookstore Melrose. This event will focus on their latest release, "Beyond Honor."
If you are a fan of globe trotting military thrillers, this one is for you!
This is a FREE event

Local Event: Author Event "Beyond Honor" with K.B. Brodsky

Author Event "Beyond Honor" with K.B. Brodsky

Join us on October 23rd at 7:00pm in welcoming husband and wife writing duo, K.B. Brodsky, to Molly's Bookstore Melrose. This...

The First Congregational Church in Melrose, United Church of Christ, will host its Fourth Annual Antique Show &amp; Sale on Saturday October 24, 2026 from 10am-3pm at 121 West Foster Street in Melrose. This show continues to grow in popularity each year, and we have new &amp; returning dealers from all over the greater Boston area! This year, as an added feature, we welcome Dan Meader from John McInnnis Auctioneers in Amesbury, MA for free antique valuations. Bring one or two items to the show and Mr. Meader will provide a verbal estimate of value, and perhaps some interesting information about the items brought in. Complimentary valuations are limited to two pieces per attendee and will be offered from 11:00am until 2:00pm.
In addition to the antiques &amp; vintage items, there will be home baked treats and coffee in the morning, and a lunch/snack bar starting at 11:30am. Admission is only $6. There is plenty of parking and the building is handicap accessible.

Local Event: Melrose Antique Show & Sale - Oct. 24

Melrose Antique Show & Sale - Oct. 24

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