North Central Mass Events

  • GALA Call For Art Instructors

    GALA Call For Art Instructors

    Gardner Area League of Artists Art Center 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon, MA, United States

    The Gardner Area League of Artists is seeking instructors to teach a class in the arts. Meghan Whitehead, the new event coordinator for GALA, is working on setting up more art classes and workshops. Any instructor or individual interested in teaching classes in the various forms of art should fill out the provided form. People […]

  • The Spectacular Science Show with Kosmic Kelly

    Leominster Public Library 30 West Street, Leominster, Mass

     Family Fun Night Finale: The Spectacular Science Show with Kosmic Kelly is on Monday, June 2  from 6:00 - 7:00pm. Families are invited to join in for a Spectacular Science Show with Kosmic Kelly! There will be fizzy rainbow volcanos, elephant toothpaste, bubbling beakers, and more! This program is suitable for all ages. No registration […]

  • World of Lizards at Leominster Public Library

    Leominster Public Library 30 West Street, Leominster, Mass

    Leap into the world of lizards at the Leominster Public Library on Wednesday, July 30 from 2:30 - 3:45pm. The Reptile Nook of Agawam will bring an assortment of lizards to the library. Children and families can learn about what makes them unique. This event is free and registration begins July 23.

  • Teddy B.E.A.R. Picnic at Barre’s Library

    Woods Memorial Library 29 Pleasant Street, Barre, MA, United States

    Picnic outside the Woods Memorial Library in Barre with the town's emergency response team on Saturday, August 2 from 10:00am-12:00pm. The B.E.A.R.S. (Barre Emergency and Rescue Squad) will have their vehicles outside for exploration. They will also staff the "Teddy Bear Hospital." Bring your lunch, blanket, and stuffed friend for this all-ages event.

  • Birds of Prey with Wingmasters at Ashby Library

    Ashby Free Public Library 812 Main Street, Ashby, Ma

    Birds of Prey with Wingmasters at Ashby Library Wednesday, August 13 from 11:00am -12:00pm.  Meet 6 majestic birds of prey in this unforgettable live program. 

  • Battle of Bunker Hill at Fort Devens Museum

    Fort Devens Museum 94 Jackson Road, Devens, MA, United States

    Learn the truth of the Battle of Bunker Hill at Fort Devens Museum in Devens on August 16 at 1:00 PM. Local historian Mark Nichipor will dispel myths about the battle. The presentation will look at why leaders made the decisions they did and how the events of the battle unfolded because of this. The […]

  • Debate Reimagined at Leominster Public Library

    Leominster Public Library 30 West Street, Leominster, Mass

    Rethink debating at the Leominster Public Library on August 25 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM! Beck Worrell will introduce the Lincoln-Douglas-style debate. After learning how to build your case and think critically, you will go further by asking deeper questions. No registration is required.

  • History of Sports Cheats at the Gardner Museum

    Gardner Museum 28 Pearl St, Gardner, MA

    Author Bob Ainsworth will speak about Sports Cheats on Thursday, September 4 from 7:00-8:00pm after a museum-hosted reception at 6:30pm.  You asked—and we got him back! After his popular presentation in Sept 2024, author Bob Ainsworth returns with Sports Cheats, Frauds, and Con Artists, coinciding with the museum’s Fall/Winter Sports Exhibit. From Bill Belichick and […]

  • An Evening with Author Tim Crellin at The Gardner Museum

    Gardner Museum 28 Pearl St, Gardner, MA

    Faith, Family & Heritage: A Writers Journey with author Tim Crellin Thurs, Sept 11 from 7-8pm after a museum-hosted reception at 6:30pm. Join us for an evening with author Tim Crellin, Episcopal priest and Rector of St. Paul’s Church since 2022. Raised in the Boston area and educated at Brown and Harvard Divinity School, Tim […]

  • Sports Exhibit Grand Opening at the Gardner Museum

    Gardner Museum 28 Pearl St, Gardner, MA

    Sports Exhibit Grand Opening Event Free Admission 1:00-4:00pm Saturday, Sept 13 at the Gardner Museum. No reservation needed. Celebration with Mascots on site: WooSox “Smiley” (2-2:45 pm), and “Monty” from MWCC – bring your cameras! Free giveaways! Local sports authors Mark Bodanza, Chris Daly, Jay Gearan, and Mike Richard will be presenting/selling and signing their […]

  • Tick-Borne Illness Presentation at Sterling’s Library

    Conant Public Library 4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA

    Be educated about ticks at the Conant Public Library in Sterling on Thursday, September 18 from 6:30 - 7:45 PM. The Sterling Board of Health will give a presentation on ticks and tick borne illnesses. This event is for ages 13+. Registration is required.

  • History & Legends Through Song at the Gardner Museum

    Gardner Museum 28 Pearl St, Gardner, MA

    History & Legends Through Song on Thursday, September 18  from 7:00-8:00pm after a museum-hosted reception at 6:30pm. Musician, songwriter, and history enthusiast Jon Waterman returns to the museum for another engaging live performance, this time together with Li Waterman, as a duo called Sultana. Blending original and traditional songs with stories and historical narratives, they […]