The Big Cheese 5K is a blast! You’ll feel accomplished. And most importantly, you’ll know that you’ve done your part to help others in need. Our motto is: “We run for food and fun.” So whether you’re a hard core runner or a happy-go-lucky walker, please join us and bring a friend, or even the […]
The River Rat Race is back. It’s been a year since racers have put their canoes in the Millers River for the area’s signature annual event. The Athol-Orange River Rat Race is produced by the Athol Lions Club in conjunction with the Orange Lions Club. It is an annual party that draws large crowds of […]
It's a world of adventure for families with little ones at Davis Farmland's 2023 Day on April 13. Awaiting is a children’s Imagination Center, Hayrides, Pony Rides, an 80 foot Cow-A-Bunga Super Slide, Dig for Dino bones, sand and water play, Jumbo Jump Pad, state-of-the-art play structures, and Toddler Play. And don’t forget to enjoy […]
Spring has sprung for frogs and salamanders in the wetlands! As soon as our vernal pools and wetlands thaw, they come alive with the sounds and movements of frogs, salamanders, and insects. Ever wonder what they are calling about at night, or how to identify the calls of wood frogs, spring peepers, and chorus frogs? […]
A weekend of wicked cool Irish dance competition with reels, jigs, hornpipes and more is set for April 15 and 16 at Monty Tech in Fitchburg.. This event is a Qualifying Championship for Rince Tuatha Nua (RTN) Nationals, Cumann Rince Dea Mheasa (CRDM) All Ireland & World Championships. For final times, see https://www.flyingirish.com/nec
Would you love to start hiking but you don’t know where to start? Day Hiking for Beginners will get you started April 15 at Doyle reservation in Leominster. In this workshop you will learn how to find local hikes and how to be prepared for your hike by knowing what to bring and what to […]
Cornerstone Ranch out of Princeton will hosting a full day of fun with a Kid's Riding Workshop on April 18! No experience is required, but helpful of course; beginners welcome! Learn about horses and have a full day of fun riding! Kids All-Day Riding Workshops are an ideal way to introduce children with limited riding […]
Hands on Nature is coming to the Fitchburg Public Library with Beginning Birding, In partnership with North County Land Trust, Discover more about the local birds in your yard and how to start identifying them. Learn which birds are common in Massachusetts and which ones are fun to study! We will learn fun easy ways […]
A Finnish Pannukakku Breakfast will be served at the Finnish Center at Saima Park on April 22 in Fitchburg. Finnish oven pancake, bacon, sausage, and more. Loaves of coffee bread for sale. Vendors of arts, crafts, and honeybee products along with a Flea Market. Breakfast will be served 8:00-10:00am and the Flea Market will run […]
The City of Fitchburg will be hosting its second annual Earth Day event on April 22. This year the event will consist of local organizations/vendors providing a mix of information/products (for sale) to the public. It will be an outdoor event held on the lot located on the corner of Main St/Putnam St. (Old Johnsonia […]
Join us for a fun family day full of great artisans, local farms, fun activities and of course lots of alpaca kisses! Start at our Alpaca Photo Booth! Your $5 donation to our Walk for Hunger Team gets you 5 minutes (up to 4 people) with some of our alpacas for selfies and kisses! Next, […]
Join us for an interactive and play-filled program featuring songs, rhymes and activities with the library's parachute! Then stay and play with the library's toys. Best suited for ages 2-5 with a parent/caregiver. No registration is required, but space is limited to the first 10 children. Located in the Fitchburg Public Library Garden Room
