What.To.Do. Community Events Listing

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Memorial Day Flag Garden: Each of the 37,000+ American flags planted at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument this Memorial Day will represent every brave Massachusetts service member who gave his or her life defending our country since the Revolutionary War. The completed garden is a breathtaking tribute to the true meaning of Memorial Day and a powerful message of community support to the families of these fallen heroes that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. Location: Soldiers & Sailors Monument, Boston Common, 139 Tremont St. Boston, MA.

Memorial Rededication: As the final event of Patriot Week leading into Memorial Day, the 11th Annual Rededication Ceremony is a solemn and powerful tribute. This annual gathering honors the sacrifice of our post 9/11 Massachusetts Fallen Heroes with the unveiling of updated glass panels, newly inscribed with the names of those who have recently given their lives in service. Location: Fallen Heroes Monument, Seaport, 85 Northern Ave. Boston, MA

Memorial Day Ceremonies: Remember and honor those who died in the service of our nation.


Irreverent Warrior Milford Silkies Hike:

Saturday, May 23, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
ITAM Post 40 4 Hayward Field Milford, MA
Bringing veterans together through humor and camaraderie to improve mental health and prevent veteran suicide. Registration required (deadline: May 23).

Operation Playhouse: Habitat for Humanity is running a program called Operation Playhouse, which gifts free, custom-built playhouses to the children of active-duty military and veterans. There are opportunities for our families to apply to receive a playhouse, as well as opportunities for our shops/flights to volunteer to build them. More info at the link above.

Kamp Kiwanis: Kiwanis club is offering a free week-long summer camp to Dependents of AD members ages 8-14 from. Transportation to/from Hanscom AFB is provided at the beginning/end of the week and they accommodate campers of all needs! Dates are July 26 – August 1.  More details/registration info at the link above. POC is Daniel Trader, executivedirector@kampkiwanis.org.

Discovery Museum STEM Career Night: Acton's Discovery Museum invites high school students excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics to a free event to learn more about STEM careers. The event will be held at the Discovery Museum, 177 Main Street, Acton, MA, on Thursday, May 21, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. The event is free. Registration is requested.


Adult Pick-up Basketball
Begins April 6
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 to 10 p.m.
Bedford High School gym
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Adult Outdoor Pickup Pickleball
Begins April 6
John Glenn Middle School tennis courts
See Bedford Rec Courts Schedule for court availability.
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Women’s Outdoor Pickup Soccer
Spring Schedule (March 25 to June 17): Wednesdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Summer Schedule (June 25 to August 16): Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Bedford High School Sabourin Field
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Men’s Indoor Pickup Soccer
April 6 to June 11
Monday through Thursday, 8 to 10 p.m.
Davis School Gym
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Men’s Outdoor Pickup Soccer
Spring Schedule (March 23 to June 17): Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 to 10:30 p.m.
Summer Schedule (June 22 to Aug. 16): Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
BHS Sabourin Field
Open to Bedford and Hanscom AFB residents ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Adult Pick-up Volleyball
Begins April 6
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 to 10 p.m.
Bedford High School gym
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.



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!

Teen Dungeons & 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.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons: Seven Plunders
Every Friday
3 to 5 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.

Lego Club at Fowler

Friday May, 22
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Room, Fowler Library

Join fellow builders to construct from our Lego collection. Try out weekly challenges or work on your own project. Drop in at any time during Lego Club to join the fun!

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.

   

Too Many Digital Photos? A Simple System for Getting Organized
Thursday, May 21
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cary Library
Photos scattered across phones, computers, and cloud storage? Most people have thousands of digital images—but no clear way to find or enjoy them. Join certified photo manager Stephanie Maze-Hsu of a-MAZE-ing Memories to learn practical strategies for bringing order to your digital photo collection.

Make a Suncatcher Craft (Adults)
Friday, May 22
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cary Library
Join to make your own suncatcher using chain, jump rings, crystal beads, and charms!

Five Years with the James Webb Space Telescope
Tuesday, May 26
7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cary Library
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is the largest astrophysics mission in NASA's history, launched on December 25, 2021. JWST was designed to see the first galaxies forming shortly after the Big Bang, and has been nicknamed the "First Light Machine." But its infrared sensitivity also allows it to peer into dusty environments, making it the perfect instrument to explore the regions where stars and planets form, and to trace how galaxies evolved over time. Webb has grabbed headlines and upended our understanding of the first galaxies, fulfilling its promise to revolutionize astronomy.

Women’s Self Defense and Awareness Seminar
Saturday, May 23
Lexington Community Center
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Designed to empower women with skills and knowledge to defend themselves. Learn basic self-defense techniques and taught strategies. Registration required.

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.



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!

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Tuesday, May 26
3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Lincoln Library
Join librarian and Game Master Casey for 90 minutes of D&D adventure! New adventurers and seasoned pros are all welcome! Each month will be its own separate one shot so no need to be able to make all of them. All materials will be provided (dice, character sheets, pencils, paper, etc.). Registration is required.

Lincoln 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.

  
 
Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance, Summer 2026 Pickup Lists
May 3 - Sept. 30
Times vary
Greater Boston area including Somerville, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Worcester, Cambridge and more.
Best for players who want to play a little more this summer, or can't commit to a full season! Leagues: Summer Club, Summer Causal Hat, Summer Business Hat, BUDA West, Masters League, Open Hat League, or anything that runs in the summer. 

ICA Free Thursday Night
Thursdays, May 7, 14 and 21
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston
The ICA is free for all visitors every Thursday from 5 to 9 PM. Free tickets are required.