Name: A Conversation With Abigail Adams
Start: 2026-10-18T14:00:00-04:00
Location: First Congregational Church

First Congregational Church

Step back in time for an immersive historical experience featuring Audrey Stuck-Girard as Abigail Adams. The event showcases 18th-century local history with materials from the Parker Tavern/Antiquarian Society and FCCR archives, accompanied by period-inspired refreshments.

Local Event: A Conversation With Abigail Adams

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Boston Metropolitan Area

Reading

Massachusetts

A Conversation With Abigail Adams

Step back in time for an immersive historical experience featuring Audrey Stuck-Girard as Abigail Adams. The event showcases...

Community Covenant Church

Community Covenant Church is excited to host our FINAL Peabody Community Market of 2026 on Sun. Oct. 11th from 3 to 6 p.m.
Shop from local craft and food vendors. Get dinner and dessert at the food trucks. Enjoy our last market of 2026 with us!
We're also collecting new, in original packaging socks to donate to Citizens Inn for their Sock-tober drive. Please help us serve our local communities by filling the greatest need!
Follow the event page for vendor information each week: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1bhwEK9TLN/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18zbQPtFJX/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dhv4bdXwy/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1CDQZgRyUP/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/19P6A6oK73/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/18t7ypwgWr/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/share/18t7ypwgWr/</a>

Local Event: 2026 Peabody Community Market

Essex County

Peabody

2026 Peabody Community Market

Community Covenant Church is excited to host our FINAL Peabody Community Market of 2026 on Sun. Oct. 11th from 3 to 6 p.m.
Shop...

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026 the Reading Art Association will host a painting demonstration by Jeff Fioravanti. Jeff will demonstrate his technique of painting landscapes using pastels.
The meeting will be held in Guild Hall, First Congregational Church (middle side door), Sanborn Street, Reading, Wednesday October 14, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
A juried member of the Copley Society of Art, Jeff is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America (PSA), and an IAPS (International Association of Pastel Societies) Eminent Pastel member, an Artist Member of the North Shore Art Association (Gloucester, MA) as well as the Newburyport Art Association. Jeff creates images based on his life experiences and that are designed to stimulate the viewer to make an emotional or personal connection to each painting. You can learn more about Jeff by visiting his website <a href="https://www.fioravantifineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fioravantifineart.com/</a>
More information about Jeff and this demonstration is available on the RAA website.

Local Event: Reading Art Association October Demonstration

Reading Art Association October Demonstration

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026 the Reading Art Association will host a painting demonstration by Jeff Fioravanti. Jeff will...

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Join us for the Fall Open House and experience the energy, warmth, and purpose of Austin Prep. Families exploring grades 6 through 12 are invited to tour our 55-acre campus, meet faculty, students, and coaches, and learn how students grow within a school grounded in veritas, unitas, and caritas: truth, unity, and love.
During your visit, you will see the classrooms, labs, studios, athletic spaces, and gathering places where students are known, supported, and challenged. You will also learn more about academics, arts, athletics, service, student life, and the admissions process.
Discover how Austin Prep helps students build confidence, pursue their interests, and prepare to lead with purpose.

Local Event: Austin Prep: Fall Open House 

Austin Prep: Fall Open House 

Join us for the Fall Open House and experience the energy, warmth, and purpose of Austin Prep. Families exploring grades 6...

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Sotto Voce brings some of history’s greatest opera composers off the grand stage and into an intimate chamber setting. From Verdi’s rarely-heard String Quartet to Respighi’s lush Piano Quintet, this program reveals a more personal side of opera composers. Paired with three two-minute commissions based on Verdi’s La Forza del Destino, by three acclaimed living women composers—Marti Epstein, Elena Ruehr, and Elizabeth Brown, plus a few irresistible arias— the result is an affecting evening of Bel Canto!

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Sotte Voce 

Sotto Voce brings some of history’s greatest opera composers off the grand stage and into an intimate chamber setting. From...

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Over 150 of the regions finest juried Artisans and Craftsmen will display and sell their American made works including Floral Arrangements, Paper Crafts, Toys, Aroma-Therapy, Ceramics, Personal Care Products, Leather, Scarves, Folk Art, Soy Candles, Hair Accessories, Quilts, County Decor, Decorative Painting, Pet Treats &amp; Accessories, Fine Art, Holiday Décor, Pillows, Fine Jewelry, Cutting Boards, Turned Wood, Landscape &amp; Wildlife Photography, Cribbage Boards, Fine Furniture, Fused Glass, Painted Stemware, Children’s Clothing, Beach Glass Art, Adult Apparel, Gourds, Up-cycled Mittens, Fiber Art, Vintage Chic Décor, Knitted Hats, Original Oil Painting, Aprons, Ornaments, Doll Clothes, Fine Wood Crafts, Sheep Skin Slippers, Glass Block Lanterns, 3D Decoupage, Handmade Soap, Flags, Carved Wood Flags, Baskets, Wind Chimes, Baby Blankets, Pine Cone Wreathes, Sterling, Sports Apparel, Custom Signs, Peppermills, Intarsia, Fascinators, Pastels, Shell Craft, Metal Works, Mesh Wreaths, Corian, Plush, Marquetry, Embroidery, Crystal Light Catchers and more.
Come and sample a variety of specialty foods such as Pickles, Fudge, Jerky, Herbal Dips, Chocolate, Infused Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Honey, Wine Slushy, Candied Nuts, Toffee, Jams, Seasoning Blends, Maple Products, Sauces, Soup Mixes and more.
Adult Admission $10.00, under 14 years of age are free. One admission is good for both days. 
$2.00 off admission coupon available at castleberryfairs.com
The Castleberry Fall Craft Festival is held rain or shine with plenty of free parking. 
Directions: From Route 93 take Exit 33. 
GPS Location: 99 Fordham Rd, Wilmington MA 01887.
Festival Hours: Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
For more information visit us at <a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010TgmSHFJt6SZdi1nEzANEaMpupi6_JH6DPWhEKpnyHQZGy2xjJhXOT-wdgO0xsOvv7Kuu4ZmgEbOuowSay184n-b0eTCkJkS2PV88mlgWfMP9o2oxhPcLiKeAXh_RFgOzjrtQRvtJFUFjjgUTSXUAucv_yqgNOhDC4z_AftGusvMe7sdcn1tPQ==&amp;c=y-JZEg6tyrSgl7YcnxV9jUw9zwIwx3MBbYTs_3ZEcPNlZ8sUH9pNqQ==&amp;ch=QH5ympiStPqIWiP5s2av7A-WQcIwYHWSz9gxJydnc7oAPYDVZ-VI2A==" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">castleberryfairs.com</a>

Local Event: Fall Castleberry Fair

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Fall Castleberry Fair

Over 150 of the regions finest juried Artisans and Craftsmen will display and sell their American made works including Floral...

St Paul's Episcopal Church

Join us for our Electronics Recycling Event! Come help us reduce waste and keep hazardous materials out of landfills ☎️🔋💻📱🎥📷📺📀⌨️🖨️🕹️📠🖥️🚲
📅 Saturday, November 7th, 9AM-2PM. 📍 St. Paul's Church- Parking Lot 127 Summer Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940 
We're accepting all electronics, appliances, ANYTHING with a plug or batteries, as well as reusable bicycles! ♻️ Items will be recycled responsibly for a small fee (see pricing details below).
Part of Event Proceeds benefit the Parish!
What You Can Bring/ Cost to You: • $5 each: each for Computer Towers,Laptops, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Stereos, Radios, Alarm Clocks, Speakers, Video Game Consoles, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Power Tools, Drills, Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Small Household Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Sewing Machines, Car Seats, Strollers.
• $20 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Microwaves, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Heat Lamps, Artificial Christmas Trees, Fire Extinguishers, Propane Tanks (Empty).
• $25 each for TVs up to 26,” CRT Monitors, Outdoor Grills, Dorm Sized Refrigerators.
• $30 each for TVs between 26” and 35,” White Goods, Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Large Yard Equipment,Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Large Generators, Motors, Water Tanks.
• $35 each for TVs over 36,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers.
• $40 each for Projection TVs.
• FREE! (Cash Donations Appreciated): Cell Phones, Bicycles (reusable please!), Video Game Media and Accessories, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car/Truck Batteries, DVD’s, Keyboards, Tablets.
When you arrive, please follow the cones and directions from the workers. Bring your vehicle as close to the truck or dumpster as possible. Feel free to remain in your vehicle, our workers will unload your items for you.
Residents from all towns and communities are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For additional questions, Business Cleanouts or to work with us to host an event with your organization:
Greendayrecycling.net Email: GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Local Event: Lynnfield Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ NEW DATE!

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Lynnfield Electronics Recycling Event ♻️ NEW DATE!

Join us for our Electronics Recycling Event! Come help us reduce waste and keep hazardous materials out of landfills...

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You may not expect a community so deeply academic to be so warm and welcoming, but Commonwealth contains multitudes—just like you.
Are you interested in applying&nbsp;for the 2027–2028&nbsp;school year? <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/registration" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Come to our Virtual Open House</a> to hear from current students and faculty, learn about different areas of school life, and discover all that makes Commonwealth so uncommon.
You will&nbsp;get a real sense of the Commonwealth experience and what your future here might be like:
<ul><li>Connect with inquisitive current students and friendly faculty</li><li>Learn about different areas of school life</li><li>Get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions</li><li>And much more…</li></ul>
Please register to reserve your spot. Both&nbsp;students and parents/primary caregivers are welcome to join us.
We cannot wait to meet you!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

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Commonwealth School Virtual Open House

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