What.To.Do. Community Events Listing

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No School
Jan. 16 to 19
Feb. 14 to 22 – February Recess


Puzzle Swap 
Saturday, Jan. 17 
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Bedford Free Public Library 
Drop off your old puzzles and pick up new ones!  


Author Talk: Julia Holtz 
Tuesday, Jan. 20 
2 to 3 p.m. 
Virtual discussion with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book “The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging”. Registration required


Teen Event: Mario Party 
Thursday, Jan. 22  
4 to 4:45 p.m. 
Bedford Free Public Library 
Teens and tweens are invited to join teen librarian and play Mario Party on our brand- new Nintendo Switch! 


Pokémon Club 
Friday, Jan. 23 
4 to 4:45 p.m. 
Bedford Free Public Library 
Join for all things Pokémon: themed crafts and activities, plus time and space for fans to meet and discuss their favorite parts of the game/show. Sign-up for a reminder


Kids Craft: Clay Mosaics 
Saturday, Jan. 24 
10:30 to 11:45 a.m. 
Bedford Free Public Library 
Create mosaics with air-dry clay! Open to families with children ages 0-11 years. 


Stroller Strides 
Wednesday, Jan. 28 
10 to 11 a.m. 
Burlington Mall, meet at eBar outside Nordstrom 
Stroll the mall with Bedford Family Connection for connection, conversation and movement. Strollers, carriers and siblings are welcome!


Bedford Community Dinners 
4th Wednesday of the Month January to June 
Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 25, April 22, May 27, June 24 
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 
25 The Great Road 
Enjoy a free, warm welcoming meal with neighbors. Everyone is welcome, no sign-up. The First Church of Christ is the host venue. The event is non-religious. 


Motor Development in Babies 0 to 18 months 
Thursday, Jan. 29  
1 to 2 p.m. 
Zoom 
This presentation is led by a pediatric Doctor of Physical Therapy and will describe motor development using evidence-based resources. Registration required


Book Swap & Snacks with Bedford Family Connections  
Friday, Jan. 30 
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 
Lif Bookstore, 18 North Road 
Swing by the bookstore for a book swap and snacks! Intended for families of young children. Registration recommended


Winter Lecture Series with Prof. Dan Breen 
Sunday, Jan. 31 
2 to 4 p.m. 
Bedford Free Public Library 
Registration required


Kids Create
Every Tuesday
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Bedford Free Public Library
Open to children in kindergarten to 5th grade. Rotating activities include building, crafts, STEM and art. 


TAG: Teen Activity Group
Every Wednesday
1 to 3 p.m.
Bedford Free Public Library
Open to middle and high school students. Snacks and activities provided. 


Adult Pick-up Basketball
Mondays, 8 to 10 p.m.
Wednesdays, 8 to 10 p.m.
Bedford High School Gym
Co-ed drop-in program open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.


Men’s Indoor Pick-up Soccer at Davis School Gym
Monday through Thursday
8:30 to 10 p.m.
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.


Men’s Outdoor Pick-up Soccer at Sabourin Field
Mondays and Wednesdays
8:30 to 10 p.m.
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.


Adult Pick-up Volleyball
Mondays, 8:30 to 10 p.m.
Wednesdays, 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Lane School Gym
Co-ed drop-in program open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.


Bedford Public Trails  
Are you looking for local trails to walk or hike? Check out Bedford Trails


Bedford Free Public Library 
Use your Minute Man Library Network card to enjoy free or discounted admission to various museums and cultural attractions across New England, perfect for any season or special occasion. Utilize the Library of Things to borrow an item you may only need once, discover a new hobby or to try before you buy.



Virtual Films at Fowler: Sunset Boulevard 
Wednesday, Jan. 14 
7 to 8 p.m. 
Virtual
Watch the film “Sunset Boulevard” and discuss it with other film enthusiasts.  


Writer-in-Residence Reception: Meet & Greet 
Thursday, Jan. 22 
6 to 7:30 p.m. 
Main Library 
Welcome the 2026 Concord Free Public Library Writer-in-Residence, Danielle Bradley!


Winter Wonderland
Saturday, Jan. 24
1 p.m.
Emerson Field at Hunt Recreation Center, 90 Stow Street
This free community event will feature a bonfire, horse drawn sleigh rides, music and more.


Wreath Composting at Fowler: Self-Serve Station  
Jan. 27 to 31 
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
Fowler Library 
Stop by all week to dismantle your wreaths to prepare them for compost using the self-serve station.


Lantern Making 
Wednesday, Jan. 28 
4 to 5 p.m. 
Fowler Library 
Get ready for a Lantern Festival! Join our friends from Art for All to make lanterns. Registration required


Virtual Films at Fowler: Hoosiers (1986) 
Wednesday, Jan. 28 
7 to 8 p.m. 
Watch the film “Hoosiers” and discuss it with other film enthusiasts.


Musical Mondays
Every Monday
10:30 to 11 a.m.
Main Library
Start your week off right by dancing, singing, and having some fun at Musical Monday!


Fowler Teen Crafternoon for Grades 6 to 12
Every Monday
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Fowler Library
Stop by after school and unwind with a craft.


Teen Dungeon’s & Dragons: Baldur’s Fate
Every Wednesday
3 to 5 p.m.
Main Library
Middle schooler game. Monsters have infected the party as part of an invasion effort that could destroy the entire region.


Craft Lab at Fowler, ages 12 and under
Every Wednesday
4 to 5 p.m.
Fowler Library
Drop by to craft, experiment and create with hands-on artistic exploration.


Girls Who Code 
Every Thursday 
5:30 to 7 p.m. 
Main Library 
Girls Who Code club is a national non-profit that aims to close the gender gap in technology and to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Registration required.


Teen Dungeons & Dragons: Seven Plunders
Every Friday
3 to 4:45 p.m.
Main Library
Older player game. A turn of the tide offers the chance to capture seven legendary treasures...if you can survive the journey.


Concord Free Public Library 
Use your Minute Man Library Network card to enjoy free or discounted admission to various museums and cultural attractions across New England, perfect for any season or special occasion.  
Utilize the Library of Things to borrow an item you may only need once, discover a new hobby or to try before you buy.

   

Monday Night Book Club 
Tuesday, Jan. 20 
7 to 8:30 p.m. 
Virtual 
Read and discuss “Our Missing Hearts” by Celeste Ng. Registration required


Author Discussion: “Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half” 
Tuesday, Jan. 20  
7 to 8 p.m. 
Virtual 
Dr. Kerry Burnight discusses her book. A Q&A will follow. Registration required


Kids Cooking Green for Grades 6 to 12 
Wednesday, Jan. 21  
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 
Virtual 
Join Kids Cooking Green and learn how to make the super easy, super delicious treat: chocolate pudding cake. Registration required


Navigating Memory Care for Your Loved One: What is Assisted Living and What is Not 
Wednesday, Jan. 21 
7 to 8 p.m. 
Virtual 
Join Shivani Munjal of Provital Senior Placement & Care Solutions who will share valuable insights into Memory Care communities and how they support individuals experiencing memory loss or cognitive decline. Registration required.


Knitting Group
Wednesdays
6:30 to 8 p.m.
This event is organized by Cary Library, email Cathie Ghorbani at cghorbani@minlib.net for details. Bring your project (any portable needle arts welcome!) to our casual gathering where you can work, talk and share ideas together.


Cary Memorial Library 
Use your Minute Man Library Network card to enjoy free or discounted admission to various museums and cultural attractions across New England, perfect for any season or special occasion.  
Utilize the Library of Things to borrow an item you may only need once, discover a new hobby or to try before you buy.



Teen Book Group  
Wednesday, Jan. 14 
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 
Lincoln Public Library 
Join other teens to chat about what you've been reading recently and get suggestions from other kids to add to your TBR. Registration recommended


4th & 5th Grade Book Group 
Thursday, Jan. 15  
4 to 4:45 p.m. 
Lincoln Public Library 
A book discussion group for 4th and 5th graders. Share opinions and snacks. Registration required


Lincoln Library Film Society presents “Love is the Devil” 
Thursday, Jan. 15 
6 to 8 p.m. 
Lincoln Public Library


Adult Dungeons & Dragons 
Thursday, Jan. 15 
7 to 9 p.m. 
Virtual 
Join librarian and Game Master Casey for a monthly Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Registration required


Wildlife Out Your Window 
Saturday, Jan. 17 
1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 
Lincoln Public Library 
Join author Brad Timm on his book, “Wildlife Out Your Window: Fascinating Facts About 100 Animals Commonly Seen in the Northeastern U.S.” 


Book Discussion: How Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II  
Wednesday, Jan. 21 
7 to 8 p.m. 
Zoom 
Author Elyse Graham will discuss her book “Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II”. Registration required


Mindfulness for Preschoolers with Sheryl White 
Saturday, Jan. 24 
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 
Lincoln Public Library 
This class is designed to practice mindfulness with young children by modeling for the adults how to help the children be more aware and in the present moment. Registration required.


Winter Carnival at Pierce Park
Jan. 29 to Feb. 1 
Winter Carnival is a weekend of events intended to showcase the Lincoln Community.


Knitting and Stitching Group
Every Wednesday
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Lincoln Public Library
Join other knitters and stitchers for a weekly drop-in group for social crafting!


Lincoln Library  
Use your Minute Man Library Network card to enjoyfree or discounted admissionto various museums and cultural attractions across New England, perfect for any season or special occasion. Utilize the Library of Things to borrow an item you may only need once, discover a new hobby or to try before you buy.

  
 
IceFlow, Yoga on Ice

Sundays, February 1 and 8 
7:30 a.m. 
Boston Common Frog Pond, 38 Beacon Street 
Free ice skating classes for adults ages 18 and up.  
 
Red Bull Heavy Metal 
Saturday, Feb. 21 
2:30 p.m. 
City Hall Plaza, Boston 
Some of the world's best riders will journey to Boston for a day long snowboarding contest featuring the most progressive rail riding in the world.
  
 
ACTON 

NARA Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way 


ARLINGTON 
Robbins Farm Park, 61 Eastern Avenue 


BEDFORD 
Davis Elementary School, 410 Davis Road 


BOXBOROUGH 
Steele Farm, Middle Road 


BURLINGTON 
Simonds Park, 10 Bedford Street 


CHELMSFORD 
Varney Park, 45 Varney Avenue 
South Row School, 250 Boston Road 
Byam School, 25 Maple Road 


CONCORD 
Nashawtuc Hill, Nashawtuc Road 
Concord-Carlisle High School, 500 Walden Street 
Punkatasset Hill, Monument Street 


DUNSTABLE 
Larter Field, 80 Groton Street 


GROTON 
Groton Library, 99 Main Street  
Lawrence Academy, 26 Powderhouse Road 


HARVARD 
Stow Road, 51 Stow Road 


LEXINGTON 
Hayden Recreation Center, 24 Lincoln Street.  Hill is located behind the center and heads down towards Lincoln Park. Parking available on Worthen Road or Lincoln Street. 
Tower Park, 1155 Massachusetts Avenue, near Seasons Four. 


LITTLETON 
Reuben Hoar Library & Town Hall, 33-41 Shattuck Road.  Hill is located behind the buildings. 


MAYNARD 
Coolidge Park, corner of Elmwood and Parker Streets 
Maynard County Club, 50 Brown Street 


SHIRLEY 
Benjamin Hill, on Benjamin Road 


TEWKSBURY 
Trull Brook Golf Course, 170 River Road 


WALTHAM 
Prospect Hill Park, 314 Totten Pond Road 


WESTFORD 
Stony Brook Middle School, 9 Farmer Way  
Nabnasset Lake Country Club, 47 Oak Hill Road