Galvin Middle School

Details on carnival hours and ticketing options can be found at the Cushing Amusements site for Wakefield Carnival 2026:

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Starting now until 4/15 at 9pm - buy an Unlimited Ride package online for only $25! PLUS ride for 5 consecutive hours once redeemed! More online deals on the website.The April Vacation Carnival provides a significant amount of the revenue that the Wakefield Independence Day Committee uses to put on the July 4th parade. If needed, WIDC volunteers help carnival attendees at the entrance kiosk.
Thanks to a grant from the Town of Wakefield, you’ll see this billboard on Route I95 South. WIDC April Vacation Carnival is led by Jack Warchol. The billboard design was created by Laurel Sullivan (think commemorative 250th T-Shirt design) and professional photographer Bill Ryan offered use of one of his carnival photos. Check out <a href="https://billryanphoto.pixels.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://billryanphoto.pixels.com</a>

Local Event: Wakefield Carnival! April 22-25

Middlesex County

Wakefield

Massachusetts

Wakefield Carnival! April 22-25

Details on carnival hours and ticketing options can be found at the Cushing Amusements site for Wakefield Carnival...

The Arbors at Stoneham Assisted Living and Memory Care

Join this us for a FREE seminar featuring representatives from Elder Life Financial and MassPACE to learn valuable options and insights on how to pay for senior living care. Attendees will enjoy complimentary refreshments and get a firsthand taste of The Arbors lifestyle during this educational event.

Local Event: How to Pay for Senior Living: Options and Insights

Stoneham

How to Pay for Senior Living: Options and Insights

Join this us for a FREE seminar featuring representatives from Elder Life Financial and MassPACE to learn valuable options and...

Stoneham Town Common and Town Hall

Join the community for a rewarding townwide cleanup followed by an Earth Day celebration featuring live music and complimentary pizza. This family-friendly event includes kids' crafts, educational environmental booths, and a pick-up site for pre-ordered rain barrels.

Local Event: Stoneham Spring Cleanup & Earth Day Celebration

Stoneham Spring Cleanup & Earth Day Celebration

Join the community for a rewarding townwide cleanup followed by an Earth Day celebration featuring live music and complimentary...

Juliana's Salon Inc

Join us for a special cut-a-thon where 100% of proceeds are donated to the Boston Children's Hospital Benderson Family Heart Center. Enjoy professional services including $45 haircuts or $55 haircut and dry packages, with a 10% discount available for those who pre-book.

Local Event: Hairraising Fundraiser

Hairraising Fundraiser

Join us for a special cut-a-thon where 100% of proceeds are donated to the Boston Children's Hospital Benderson Family Heart...

Ceramica Paint Studio

Students, family, friends, and fellow music enthusiasts are welcome to join the Stoneham Music Boosters for an evening of Painting Pottery at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ceramicapaintstudio.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ceramica Paint Studio&nbsp;</a>on April 30th from 7-9pm. Have a fun night out while supporting a local business and the Stoneham Music Boosters!
<ul><li>Register and pay $15 to reserve a spot (100% goes to the Stoneham Music Boosters)</li><li>Choose, paint, and pay for your pottery at the event</li><li>Spread the word.</li></ul>
Spots are limited, so register today to&nbsp;reserve your spot! <a href="https://forms.gle/zzwMG8KidfED5zo88" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://forms.gle/zzwMG8KidfED5zo88</a>The Stoneham Music Boosters is a non-profit organization run by parents, community members, and alumni committed to supporting the musicians and music programs of Stoneham Public Schools.

Local Event: Stoneham Music Boosters Pottery Painting Fundraiser

Stoneham Music Boosters Pottery Painting...

Students, family, friends, and fellow music enthusiasts are welcome to join the Stoneham Music Boosters for an evening of...

Stoneham Music Boosters Pottery Painting Fundraiser

Andover Choral Society directed by Matthew Buono and New England Classical Singers directed by David Hodgkins&nbsp;present "Songs of Freedom", a musical celebration of our nation's 250th Anniversary. The concert offers an exploration of choral music created at pivotal times in American history, from the 1700s to the 21st&nbsp;century. Themes of peace, conflict, gallantry, pioneering, and enduring hope resonate throughout this program – all presented by two of the Merrimack Valley’s most beloved choral groups. This special performance features a guest appearance by The Danvers Alarm List Company, an 18th-century living history reenactment group, creating a unique patriotic experience.&nbsp;Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door, and $10 for students. To purchase tickets&nbsp;or to learn more, please visit andoverchoralsociety.org or newenglandclassical.org. &nbsp;South Church is located at 41 Central Street, Andover, MA, and is handicapped accessible. Off-street parking is available.
Andover Choral Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting exceptional performances, connecting with the larger community, and fostering an appreciation of choral music. The chorus typically performs two concerts per year, singing a repertoire that ranges from Baroque-era masterpieces to contemporary choral works. Since 1929, membership has been open to anyone with a passion for great choral music and a desire to share it with others. For more information, please visit andoverchoralsociety.org.
New England Classical Singers is an auditioned choral chamber ensemble of 25 voices that performs significant choral works from a variety of centuries and styles. Founded in 1968 as the North Reading Choral Society, NECS is now based in Andover MA, drawing its members from communities of the Merrimack Valley and beyond. For more information, please visit newenglandclassical.org.

Local Event: Andover Choral Society & New England Classical Singers: “Songs of Freedom”

Andover Choral Society & New England Classical...

Andover Choral Society directed by Matthew Buono and New England Classical Singers directed by David Hodgkins present "Songs of...

Andover Choral Society & New England Classical Singers: “Songs of Freedom”

Toss bags for a cause! Join MMTrant Foundation’s Cornhole Tournament June 18, 2026 at MarketStreet Lynnfield. Fun, food &amp; prizes!
Get ready for a night of friendly competition and socializing at The MMTrant Foundation's 6th Annual Cornhole Tournament &amp; Social benefitting local nurse professionals and students!
Prepare to have a blast at our in-person fundraiser open to the public, for all ages! This round-robin styled tournament is meant to be enjoyed by cornhole amateurs only. Bring a partner - it's all about good times in great company!
Enjoy a night filled with friendly competition, music, food, and unbelivable raffles &amp; prizes! Don't miss the excitement on 'The Greens' at MarketStreet Lynnfield on Thursday, June 18th 2026 ..mark your calendars now! 100% of proceeds raised will support local nursing students and professionals who help our community, overcome extraordinary challenges, and save lives everyday!
This fundraising Cornhole Tournament and Social event will run 5:00-9:30pm featuring a beer garden, Black Diamond Event Productions, GENEROUS raffles/silent auctions, entertainment, food from your favorite MarketStreet restaurants, plus more!
General Admission Tickets:
<ul><li>Pre-sale tickets: $5 per person</li><li>Day-of tickets: $10 per person</li><li>Children 12 and under: Free (no ticket reservation required)</li><li>Includes event entry, plus food and non-alcoholic beverages while supplies last.</li></ul>
Advanced ticket reservations are strongly recommended to make check-in quick &amp; easy!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mmtrant-foundations-6th-annual-cornhole-tournament-social-tickets-1983733760077?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Reserve Guest or TEAM tickets here!</a>
Cornhole Tournament Team Registration:
<ul><li>Team registration (2 players): $60</li><li>Includes event entry, plus food and non-alcoholic beverages while supplies last</li><li>Teams will compete for 1st &amp; 2nd place special prizes</li><li>All Cornhole Tournament participants must pre-register and arrive by 5:00 PM for check-in.</li></ul>
🎉 Bonus: The first 50 registrants will receive a free MMTrant Foundation t-shirtdistributed at the event!
Complete your event registration via link below to secure a cornhole team spot OR reserve general admission tickets. Space is limited. Don’t wait~ last year we sold out!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook + Instagram @mmtrantfoundation for exciting event updates!
Can’t attend our annual fundraiser but still want to help our cause? You can! ~ THANK YOU! Visit our website mmtrantfoundation.org to make a donation and view our growing positive impact, nursing scholarship recipients, and past event fun!

Local Event: MMTrant Foundation's 6th Annual Cornhole Tournament & Social benefitting LOCAL NURSES

MMTrant Foundation's 6th Annual Cornhole...

Toss bags for a cause! Join MMTrant Foundation’s Cornhole Tournament June 18, 2026 at MarketStreet Lynnfield. Fun, food &...

MMTrant Foundation's 6th Annual Cornhole Tournament & Social benefitting LOCAL NURSES

The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar

For over 50 years Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popular recognized prolific reggae band from Jamaica. The living legends have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. They’re long success along with having the highest reggae record sales after Bob Marley &amp; the most songs sampled by other artist over the years has allowed them to become Ambassadors of reggae.The roots of Black Uhuru formed in Kingston’s “Waterhouse” District in the late 60’s. It is the home of founder &amp; leader Derrick “Duckie” Simpson along with all the rest of the singers from the group. The original Uhuru’s Swahili for “freedom” were Duckie, Don Carlos &amp; Garth Dennis. The first song was a Curtis Mayfield cover of “Folk Song”. They made only a couple more songs before Don left to pursue a solo career &amp; Garth joined Wailing Souls. The two were replaced by Michael Rose &amp; Errol Nelson both from Waterhouse. They recorded the debut album “Love Crises” in 1977 for Prince Jammy later re-released as “Black Sounds of Freedom”. Errol later left the group to join the Jays &amp; was replaced by female singer Puma Jones.This new line-up is when the band began to collaborate with Sly &amp; Robbie &amp; developed the “classic Uhuru” sound of the 80’s. A unique style full of heavy drum &amp; bass, sharp keys, loud guitar riffs &amp; long instrumentals filled with whirly background effects &amp; the signature “wow oh-oh oh’s” echo. It was during this period they signed with Island Records. They began touring internationally &amp; started receiving worldwide attention. They recorded some of their most popular albums like “Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner” “Sensimelia” &amp; “Chill Out”. The album “Red” was voted #23 for Rolling Stone Magazine list of 100 greatest albums of the 80’s. And history was made when they won reggae’s first grammy award in 1984 for the album “Anthem”. Shortly after the grammy Michael left the group to go solo.Another Waterhouse resident named Junior Reid became the new lead singer. Two albums were released “Brutal” nominated for grammy &amp; “Positive” with Ras Records. These albums included popular hits like “Dreadlocks on the Mountain” “Fit You Haffi Fit” &amp; one of the groups first music videos “Great Train Robbery”. Sadly due to ill health Puma passed away in 1990. Around this time Jr. Reid was having visa issues unable to tour.During the mid 90’s the original members reunited. Four albums were released “Now”, “Iron”, Storm”, “Mystical Truth” &amp; “Strongg” all nominated for grammy. They made an award-winning music video for “Tip of the Iceberg” that featured rap star Ice-T &amp; another video for “One Love” featuring Louie Rankin. They performed live on television for VH1 a cover version of Jimmy Hendrix “Hey Joe”. In 1994 they won the Diamonds Awards for Excellence. Unfortunately, the group began to dispute over band legal rights &amp; went to court in the late 90’s. Duckie won the rights to the name.

Local Event: Black Uhuru

Essex County

Gloucester

Black Uhuru

For over 50 years Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popular recognized prolific reggae band from Jamaica. The living...

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Melrose

Chris Rhatigan 

Winchester

William Hall

Woburn

Medford

Malden

Reading

Arlington

Lynnfield

Burlington

Choose an Austin Prep Education Rooted in Augustinian Values

Austin Preparatory School

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, Austin Prep has cultivated a close-knit learning community since its founding in 1961. Guided by its mission to inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve, the school challenges students through a rigorous college preparatory program that includes honors and Advanced Placement courses, personalized instruction, and intentionally small classes. An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey of life. Beyond academics, the school’s unwritten curriculum – the lived expression of veritas, unitas, and caritas (truth, unity, and love) – forms the heart of its mission. “At Austin Prep, we are on a journey that is life-changing and important,” says Head of School James Hickey, Ph.D. “Our patron, St. Augustine, embarked on a journey for the truth. At our core is an institution on the same journey, committed to exemplary teaching and learning.” Serving grades 6–12 under one roof allows this leading prep school to guide students through every stage of development—academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Community stands at the center of this experience, nurturing belonging and inspiring students to lead lives of purpose. Austin Prep athletics teams, competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), are recognized among the best north of Boston, reflecting the same drive and integrity found in the classroom. Nearly every graduate continues on to a four-year college, prepared not only for success in higher education but for a meaningful life shaped by faith, friendship, and service.

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving...

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Wakefield Carnival! April 22-25

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2:00 PM

Galvin Middle School, 525 Main St, Wakefield, MA

Sunday, April 26

Hairraising Fundraiser

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9:00 AM

Juliana's Salon Inc, 606 North Ave, Wakefield, MA

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Hairraising Fundraiser

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