Join expert forager Russ Cohen at the Sterling Senior Center to learn about the edible plants that could be growing in your own backyard, May 1, 6:30pm! The local woods (and your own backyard) can be home to many native plants that make for a tasty treat. Russ Cohen, expert forager, will present a slideshow […]
Former Gardner Police Chief Edward Cronin discusses his experiences leading police reform at the Gardner Museum, May 9, 6:30-8:00. Edward Cronin, who served as police chief for the city of Gardner from 1995 to 1998, will give a presentation on his experiences as police chief and his book: Just Policing-- My Journey to Police Reform. […]
Join Lauren Roy at the Gardner Museum to learn about the empowering art of foraging following a museum-hosted reception, May 23, 6:30-8:00. Local "Modern Pioneer" Lauren Roy will teach the audience how to live more naturally and save money through the art of foraging. Signed copies of her book, Modern Pioneer: An Almanac of Natural Living, […]
Paranormal Hot Spots with TV star Ronny LeBlanc at the Thayer Memorial Library in Lancaster Saturday, October 26 from 11:00am - 12:30pm. Thayer Memorial Library is pleased to welcome back Massachusetts native Ronny LeBlanc, who stars in the shows "Expedition Bigfoot" and "Paranormal Caught On Camera" for Travel Channel and Discovery+. Ronny will highlight some […]
Learn about the impact of artificial lighting on the natural environment at the Stevens Memorial Library in Ashburnham on January 30 from 6-7:30 PM. Astronomer Jim J. Zebrowski will present this program to introduce patrons to the health effects on living organisms as artificial light spreads across cities and rural areas. Time and weather permitting, […]
You can learn about the magic of bees and beekeeping at the Leominster Public Library on March 5, 6:30-8:00 PM. John Hedly, a member of the Worcester County Beekeepers Association, will present on topics such as starting a hive and how the bee colony is organized. This event is free and does not require registration.
Get a beautiful henna design at Stevens Memorial Library in Ashburnham on July 24 from 5-7 PM. Artist Mandy Roberge is offering designs to patrons. This workshop is walk-in with no registration required, but get there early to pick your design.
Children and their families can say hello to a therapy dog at the Leominster Public Library on Friday August 1 from 2 - 2:45 PM. Angela Thomas will bring her certified therapy dogs to the Dr. Martin T. Feldman Children's Room. Meet the English labrador retrievers Archie and Calvin, then learn about what therapy dogs […]
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.
Learn how objects are chosen for exhibits at the Fruitlands Museum in Harvard on Saturday, August 9 and 15 from 12:00 - 1:15pm. Senior Curator Christie Jackson will give a behind the scenes of the exhibit a good many hands. Get special access to objects and their stories. Curating is more than putting objects in a […]
Learn how objects are chosen for exhibits at the Fruitlands Museum in Harvard on Saturday, August 9 and 15 from 12:00 - 1:15pm. Senior Curator Christie Jackson will give a behind the scenes of the exhibit a good many hands. Get special access to objects and their stories. Curating is more than putting objects in a […]
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 […]