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Lyman Estate Greenhouses, Historic New England

The Lyman Estate Greenhouses will hold our Spring Herb Sale May 8th and 9th 2026 from 9:30-4:00 rain or shine. Hundreds of culinary, ornamental and medicinal plants will be available. Along with early perennials mixed planters and houseplants. The Historic Greenhouses will be open during the sale. Herb on the grounds behind the greenhouses.

Local Event: SPRING HERB SALE Lyman Estate Greenhouses

SPRING HERB SALE Lyman Estate Greenhouses

The Lyman Estate Greenhouses will hold our Spring Herb Sale May 8th and 9th 2026 from 9:30-4:00 rain or shine. Hundreds of...

Live in-person and live streamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel, please join us for our final concert of the 2025-26 season – Solar Winds and “Impressions of Spring,” a compelling and inspiring program of music written especially for woodwinds.
Solar Winds bring music of the highest quality to recital halls and schools throughout the Boston area. The five musicians who comprise the heart of Solar Winds – a traditional woodwind quintet – are professionally trained instrumentalists and music educators. You will hear Jill Dreeben, flute; Charlyn Bethell, oboe; Diane Heffner, clarinet; Sally Merriman, bassoon. 
Repertoire includes the most demanding compositions of the modern era as well as the classics, arrangements, and novelty pieces that make a woodwind concert such an unusual and delightful musical experience. Go to&nbsp; <a href="https://www.solarwindsquintet.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">solarwindsquintet.com</a> for more information about the group.
“Impressions of Spring” will offer quartets for flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon. You will hear stunning works from Gioacchino Rossini (Quartet No. 6, written by a very young Rossini); Jean Françaix (Quatour, witty, conversational, and neo-classical); Alyssa Morris (Brush Strokes, aural representatives of Monet’s impressionism and Pollock’s drips), and Karl Eduard Goepfart (Wind Quartet, op. 93, a student of Franz Liszt).
<h5>What folks have to say:</h5>
<blockquote>“Solar Winds’ insightful and creative experimentation created an entertaining, one-of-a-kind and cohesive performance.” (The Phillipian, (Phillips Academy’s newspaper)“Despite having attended a multitude of Slosberg performances during my academic career at Brandeis, Solar Winds’ [performance] was pure gold, an obvious thrill that reeled me in like no other concert in the past ever has.” (The Brandeis Hoot, Brandeis University)“…I was very happy with their performance of my Woodwind Quintet and was impressed by their musicianship and dedication. They are meticulous in their approach and are a talented, intelligent and convivial ensemble with which to work.” (Francine Trester, Berklee College of Music)</blockquote>
<h3><a href="https://tr.ee/rpSolarWinds" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase Tickets Here</a></h3>
<h3>$20, general admission; Students, $5. – both live and live-streamed.</h3>
For more information, contact <a href="mailto:jane@fcc-winchester.org">Jane Ring Frank</a>, Minister of Worship and the Arts at 857-919-0983.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ripley Chapel can be found at First Congregational Church, Winchester, 21 Church St. The entry is located on the Vine Street side of the church. Please use the accessible ramp entrance, and Ripley Chapel will be directly to your right as you enter the building.

Local Event: Ripley Presents: Solar Winds and “Impressions of Spring”

Ripley Presents: Solar Winds and “Impressions...

Live in-person and live streamed from the stunning Ripley Chapel, please join us for our final concert of the 2025-26 season –...

Ripley Presents: Solar Winds and “Impressions of Spring”

Ethan Allen

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at our Dogs &amp; Decor event! 🐾✨
Join us for an afternoon of family fun as we once again partner with Great Dog Rescue to help some adorable pups find their fur-ever homes. We’re also excited to welcome Pawsitive Pup Training, sharing tips and tricks to keep your four-legged friends happy, healthy, and well-behaved.
Not looking to adopt? No problem—bring your own pup and let them steal the spotlight! Walk the red carpet and strike a pose with our very own Pupparazzi 📸🐶 for a photo-worthy moment you won’t want to miss.

It’s the perfect mix of style, smiles, and slobbery kisses—because everything is better with a little dog hair and a lot of love. 🐕💕

Local Event: Dogs & Decor II

Dogs & Decor II

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at our Dogs & Decor event! 🐾✨
Join us for an afternoon of family fun as we once again...

Follen Church

“Johann Sebastian Bach belongs to a family that seems to have received a love and aptitude for music as a gift of Nature to all its members in common.” ~ Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, 1754
Sarasa Chamber Music Ensemble performs the final concert-set of its 2025-26 Concert Series “Connection” with a concert featuring the extended Bach family and its many musical talents on the weekend of May 8-10, 2026.&nbsp; All in the Family highlights works for oboe, strings and continuo by sons Wilhelm Friedemann and Carl Philipp Emanuel, cousin Johann Bernhard, wife Anna Magdalena &amp; the master himself, Johann Sebastian Bach.With Daniel Bates, oboe; Christina Day Martinson, Rebecca Nelson, Danilo Bonina, violins; Anna Griffis, viola; Jennifer Morsches, Timothy Merton, cellos; John McKean, harpsichord<ul>
<li>Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 7pm at Friends Meeting House, Cambridge</li>
<li>Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 3:30pm at Follen Church, Lexington</li>
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Local Event: Sarasa Ensemble Presents 'All in the Family'

Sarasa Ensemble Presents 'All in the Family'

“Johann Sebastian Bach belongs to a family that seems to have received a love and aptitude for music as a gift of Nature to all...

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Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at the top of their fields. Are you interested in applying next year? Here’s your chance to discover what makes our school so uncommon!
Join us Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30–8:00 p.m., for a <a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission</a>.
During this event, prospective students will have the chance to:
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Participate in a sample class</li><li>Preview the admissions and financial aid processes</li><li>Hear from current students and parents. </li></ul>
Parents of prospective students will also be able to connect with Commonwealth parents.
Please note that pre-registration is required for this event.
<a href="https://www.commschool.org/admissions-aid/admissions-events/info-session" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up now to reserve your spot.</a>
We look forward to seeing you there!

Local Event: Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

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Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session...

Academically adventurous students flourish at Commonwealth School, challenged by rigorous classes and supported by faculty at...

Commonwealth School Virtual Information Session for Fall 2027 Admission

Wright Tavern Center

Discover the <a href="https://FreedomsWay.org/HTF" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture &amp; History</a>, a month-long celebration featuring 101+ free, family friendly events across 45 communities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Presented by nearly 100 regional partners of Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, a program of the National Park Service, the festival invites visitors to explore scenic landscapes, historic towns, and vibrant cultural destinations throughout May.
Plan a self-guided adventure with experiences ranging from guided walks along the Wachusett Reservoir and behind-the-scenes access to historic sites, to live performances, art exhibitions, and local food history talks. Whether you’re exploring Concord’s literary landmarks, discovering public art in Arlington, taking a nature hike in Nashua, joining a multicultural celebration in Pepperell, or visiting small-town museums and cultural gems, Hidden Treasures offers a fresh way to experience this unique region.
Browse by date, town, or theme using our <a href="https://freedomsway.org/events/month/2026-05/?tribe-bar-search=Hidden+Treasures" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">searchable calendar</a>, interactive <a href="https://freedomsway.visitwidget.com/tours/hidden-treasures-festival-of-nature-culture-history" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">map</a>, or&nbsp;“Explore Freedom’s Way NHA” free mobile app to start planning your itinerary at <a href="https://FreedomsWay.org/HTF" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://FreedomsWay.org/HTF</a>

Local Event: Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History (All of May)

Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture &...

Discover the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, a month-long celebration featuring 101+ free, family...

Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History (All of May)

Want to support bees and butterflies with native plants, but not sure where to begin?
<a href="https://tellthebees.garden/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tell the Bees</a> offers native garden consultations with a well-being difference: practical plant and layout guidance shaped by the old New England tradition of &ldquo;telling the bees,&rdquo; where a garden of any size becomes a place to pause, find calm, and reconnect with nature.
Now booking spring consultations in Waltham, Metro West, and nearby communities.
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Create a Garden That Helps Pollinators—and...

Want to support bees and butterflies with native plants, but not sure where to begin?...

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