Winchester Community Music School

Registration deadline: November 2. This workshop is for high school students trying out for the MMEA Senior District and All-State Festivals. The workshop will provide a wealth of information about the audition process including how to prepare, manage nerves, and develop presentation skills. Students will perform for adjudicators and receive constructive feedback on their solos, scales, and sight-reading. Open to all instrumentalists and singers; you do not have to be a WCMS student to participate. $30 per participant; register by November 2. Held at Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Avenue, Winchester. Call 781-721-2950 or visit <a href="https://www.winchestermusic.org%20" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.winchestermusic.org</a> for more information or to reserve a space.

Local Event: Senior District MMEA Mock Audition Workshop 

Middlesex County

Winchester

Massachusetts

Senior District MMEA Mock Audition Workshop 

Registration deadline: November 2. This workshop is for high school students trying out for the MMEA Senior District and...

Griffin Museum-Photography

Inspired by the Griffin Museum of Photography’s exhibition Common Time: American Musicality, this concert series collaboration with Winchester Community Music School brings the American Musicality story to life through live performance. We invite you to experience this four-part series alongside the exhibition, to see the images, hear the sounds, and celebrate the music that continues to shape our collective cultural experience. Join us on November 10 for the first concert of the series which features a trio of WCMS faculty members—<a href="https://www.winchestermusic.org/faculty/molly-tucker/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Molly Tucker</a>, violin; <a href="https://www.winchestermusic.org/faculty/simone-cartales/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Simone Cartales</a>, viola; and <a href="https://www.winchestermusic.org/faculty/pamela-ambrose/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pamela Ambrose</a>, cello—who will perform modern classical and bluegrass pieces for string trio by American composers. Featured works will include the Appalachia Waltz by Mark O’Connor; Movement for String Trio by Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson; and much more. Admission: $10 general public; $5 Griffin members and WCMS students. Held at the Griffin Museum, 67 Shore Road, Winchester; <a href="https://www.griffinmuseum.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.griffinmuseum.org</a>.

Local Event: “Common Time” Concert: Celebrating American Composers

“Common Time” Concert: Celebrating American...

Inspired by the Griffin Museum of Photography’s exhibition Common Time: American Musicality, this concert series collaboration...

“Common Time” Concert: Celebrating American Composers

Join us at Winchester Community Music School for a community rock jam session just for teens, led by WCMS guitar faculty member Chris Gardino. If you’re between the ages of 13-18 and play electric guitar, electric bass, keyboard, or drums, then come jam with us. The event is free and open to all, but advance sign-up is required. You do not have to be a WCMS student to participate. Please bring your instrument; electric guitar and bass players should also bring a ¼ inch cable to plug into the provided amps. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.winchestermusic.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.winchestermusic.org</a> or call 781-721-2950. 407 Highland Avenue, Winchester.

Local Event: Youth Rock Jam 

Youth Rock Jam 

Join us at Winchester Community Music School for a community rock jam session just for teens, led by WCMS guitar faculty member...

Benjamin Pierce

Boston Metropolitan Area

Arlington

Chris Rhatigan

Woburn

Medford

Stoneham

Belmont

Lexington

Melrose

Chris Rhatigan 

Burlington

Malden

Somerville

Join us for Acera’s STEM Festival &amp; Open House! Bring the family to explore, build, create, and see where curiosity can lead.
At Acera’s STEM Festival &amp; Open House, students in kindergarten through ninth grade can explore hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Families can also visit our new Arts and Sciences Building and see its Woodshop, MakerSpace, Physics Lab, and Visual Arts Studio. Come imagine what your child might build, discover, and create at Acera.
Activity List
<ol><li>Cutting the Chess&nbsp;</li><li>Dust Covers</li><li>Funky Dice</li><li>Cereal Numbers</li><li>Taking it to the Streets</li><li>Battling Tops</li><li>Lego Spike Robotics</li><li>Sail Car Challenge</li><li>Hovering Helicopters</li><li>DNA Lab Science: An exploration of the molecule, the alphabet, and the library that shapes all life on earth</li><li>Ember Storm Challenge: Designing Fire Resilient Neighborhoods</li><li>Playful Creation with Augmented Reality</li><li>Light Up Name Tags</li><li>Model Magic Dragon Creations</li><li>Strawberry DNA: DNA Extraction and Make Your Own DNA Necklace</li><li>Kids in the Kitchen: Cookie Baking</li></ol>
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/acera-stem-festival-open-house-tickets-2002295922003" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Reserve your FREE spot today</a> or visit <a href="https://www.aceraschool.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">our website</a> to find out more about Acera.

Local Event: Acera School STEM Festival and Open House

Acera School STEM Festival and Open House

Join us for Acera’s STEM Festival & Open House! Bring the family to explore, build, create, and see where curiosity can...

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

Experience a stunning display of artistry at the Burlington Quilters Guild Show, featuring a wide variety of quilts, a...

Robbins Memorial Town Hall

Join Arlington Center for the Arts (ACA) for our 28th annual Arlington Open Studios happening on Saturday, November 7, 2026. This annual event showcases and supports local artists in our community, with opportunities to purchase work, meet artists, and celebrate creativity in the heart of Arlington.
Artists will be presenting their work at 2 sites in Arlington Center in a range of mediums including painting, photography, fiber, ceramics, glass, fine jewelry, mixed media, printmaking, and sculpture. Arlington Center for the Arts will be featuring exhibitions in the Shaira Ali Gallery and Hallway Gallery along with performances and demos throughout the event! Poetry readings from the <a target="_blank" href="https://artsarlington.org/the-red-letter-poems-gallery/" rel="nofollow noopener">Red Letter Poems Project</a>, live music, and even some tasty treats will also be featured throughout this year's event!​
AOS 2026 Locations:
Over 80 Artists will be featured across two sites this year:
Site #1: Arlington Town Hall | 730 Mass Ave (2 floors!!)
Features 40+ Artists on 2 floorsMusic by Spajazzy and Arlington High School Band on the Steps of Town Hall | 12-4pm

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Site #2: Arlington Community Center + Arlington Center for the Arts | 27 Maple St (Ground, 1st, 3rd + 4th Floors)
Features 40+ Artists on the Ground and First Floor
Food for sale by <a target="_blank" href="https://www.roastedgranola.com/cafe" rel="nofollow noopener">The Roasted Granola </a>(located at 27 Maple St entrance)
Free Puppet Performances by ACA Studio Artist <a target="_blank" href="https://margaretmoodypuppets.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Margaret Moody and friends</a>
Ceramics Demo in the ACA Clay Studio, 12-4pm&nbsp;
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.acarts.org/current-shows" rel="nofollow noopener">Members Show: Opposites Attract</a> exhibition in the Shaira Ali Gallery (ongoing)
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.acarts.org/current-shows" rel="nofollow noopener">Inside ACA</a> exhibition in the ACA Hallway Gallery (ongoing)
Art Students' Exchange w/ Connie Lane (4th Floor)
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+ BONUS
Robbins Library | 700 Mass Ave
Red Letter Poets LIVE!

Local Event: Arlington Open Studios

Arlington Open Studios

Join Arlington Center for the Arts (ACA) for our 28th annual Arlington Open Studios happening on Saturday, November 7, 2026....

Community Covenant Church

Come and find amazing goods - there's something for everyone on your shopping list! Enjoy our Scandinavian food and items, white elephant room, jewelry table, knit goods, crafts, gift baskets, country store and more!Come visit Mr. and Mrs. Claus and bring your camera.A tasty luncheon will also be available.We look forward to seeing you again! Following our event page (linked) for more information and updates!The event is 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Local Event: 2026 Scandinavian Fair at Community Covenant Church

Essex County

Peabody

2026 Scandinavian Fair at Community Covenant...

Come and find amazing goods - there's something for everyone on your shopping list! Enjoy our Scandinavian food and items,...

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Senior District MMEA Mock Audition Workshop

NOV

6

4:00 PM

Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Ave, Winchester, MA

“Common Time” Concert: Celebrating American Composers

NOV

10

8:00 PM

Griffin Museum-Photography, 67 Shore Rd, Winchester, MA

Youth Rock Jam

NOV

14

3:00 PM

Winchester Community Music School, 407 Highland Ave, Winchester, MA

Acera School STEM Festival and Open House

Burlington Quilters Guild Show 2026

Arlington Open Studios

2026 Scandinavian Fair at Community Covenant Church