‘Crossing Brooklyn’ at the Cronin
The Harvard Community Theatre, directed by Michael McGarty, presents the musical “Crossing Brooklyn” at the Cronin Auditorium April 13, and 14 at 8 p.m. The piece deals with the emotional aftermath of September 11th in New York City. Music is by former Harvard resident Jenny Giering; book and lyrics are by Emmy Award winner Laura Harrington. Tickets are available at the door.
“Matrilineal Garden” Art Exhibit
For Art’s Sake will feature the work of Sharon Chandler Correnty and her daughter Rachel Manly in an exhibit titled “Matrilineal Garden” that will be on display at the old library for the month of April. The exhibit features the artists’ work in the past two years, which includes work in textiles, pencil, paint, collage and assemblage, and jewelry.
MIT Band Concert
The MIT Concert Band is coming to Harvard to perform on Friday, April 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church. Admission is $10 and everyone is welcome to attend. Songs include “October,” “Polonaise,” “Allerseelen,” “Country Gardens,” “Prayer of St. Gregory,” and more.
Family Movie Night
The Harvard Public Library will host a Family Movie Night Friday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. Due to licensing restrictions, the librarians can’t tell you the name of the movie, but here are a few hints: some of the stars are a green frog, a well-dressed pig, and assorted other animals and monsters. Popcorn and water will be served. Please register, so librarians will know how much popcorn to buy.
Fruitlands Opens for the Season
Fruitlands Museum will open for its 98th season Saturday, April 14, with several kick-off events. John Curuby of the Boston Art Club will give a talk on the new Marie Spaeth exhibit, “Amongst the Birches,” Saturday at 5 p.m.
The museum will host “Scout Day” Sunday, April 15, welcoming Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts on the grounds to learn about new educational opportunities for Scouts.
The United Native American Cultural Council (UNACC) from Devens will be on site with several offerings, including a Trading Post featuring Eastern Woodlands beadwork and a Inuipiaq display. Dancing and singing performances featuring the Nugumij drum will take place throughout the afternoon at the Longhouse. Scouts can also learn about the sacred smudging ritual and enjoy storytelling with UNACC members. For a full listing of upcoming events, visit www.fruitlands.org/calendar.
Concert at the Healing Garden
The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden will host the second in a series of Concerts at the Garden, Sunday, April 15, at 3 p.m. The garden concert will feature a Baroque Repertoire for Two Cellos with Matthew Gagnon and Cynthia Forbes, and the Indian Hill Clarinet Ensemble with six musicians. The Healing Garden is located at 145 Bolton Road. Admission is $10 for Garden members, $15 for nonmembers. All proceeds benefit the services of the Healing Garden, which offers educational and therapeutic services to those affected by cancer. Visit www.healinggarden.net for event updates or cancellations.
Well-Adult Eye Clinic
Nashoba Associated Boards of Health, in conjunction with the Harvard Board of Health and D’Ambrosio Eye Care Inc., will hold an adult clinic Tuesday, April 17, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Hildreth House. D’Ambrosio’s Eye Care Team will offer free vision screenings, including glaucoma screening and personal consultation with an ophthalmologist. Blood pressure, pulse screening, and diet teaching will also be available. No appointment is necessary. For more information, 978-772-3335 or 1-800-427-9762, ext. 333, or visit www.nashoba.org.
OUT OF TOWN
Orchestra of Indian Hill Season Finale
Orchestra of Indian Hill artistic director/conductor Bruce Hangen invites classical music lovers to “Come celebrate who we are!” at the symphony’s season finale Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. at Littleton High School, 56 King St., Littleton. The concert will feature works by Britten, Bloch, Copland, Dvorak, Shostakovich, and Rouse, and highlight the various sections and musicians of the orchestra, including two piano soloists. Tickets are $20 to $45; student tickets are $15. Call 978-486-9524, ext. 116, or visit www.indianhillmusic.org to order online. There will be a pre-concert talk at 6:45 p.m. with Maestro Hangen and a post-concert Q & A with coffee and dessert.
Concert Series at the Bull Run
The Bull Run Restaurant on Route 2A in Shirley continues its concert series with:
- Friday, April 13: Eilen Jewell
- Saturday, April 14: Sugar Blue
- Sunday, April 15: Spyro Gyra
- Thursday, April 19: Amy Speace and Amy Black
- Saturday, April 21: Joe Louis Walker with Murali Coryell
- Sunday, April 22: Graham Parker & The Figgs
Visit bullrunrestaurant.com for tickets and information.
Zoe Lewis at New Revival Coffeehouse
Zoe Lewis will perform her “worldbeat-vaudeville” blend of musical styles Saturday, April 14, at 8 p.m. at the New Revival Coffeehouse in Stow. Lewis plays jazz, jump jive, Latin grooves, swing, international folk, and funk originals on anything from piano to spoons. She has garnered numerous folk festival awards and will be touring with Judy Collins and Nanci Griffith this summer. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door, which opens at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 978-274-2593 or email johanna.pyle@gmail.com.
Ovenbirds and Forest Conservation
The Nashua River Watershed Association will offer a presentation on “Ovenbirds and Forest Conservation” by David Morimoto from Lesley University Thursday, April 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the NRWA River Resource Center, 592 Main Street (Rt. 119), Groton. The ovenbird, a member of the warbler family, is one of many local songbirds that breed in the area and migrate to Central America for the winter, a neo-tropical migrant. Morimoto will discuss the natural history and behavior of ovenbirds, and what they reveal about municipal planning, forest conservation, and forest management. The program is free and open to the public; pre-registration is appreciated but is not required. For more information, contact Mark Archambault, NRWA Smart Growth Circuit Rider, at 978-448-0299, or email MarkA@NashuaRiverWatershed.org.
Earth Day in Groton
Groton Local invites everyone to celebrate Earth Day at Williams Barn, 160 Chicopee Road in Groton on Sunday, April 22, from 1 to 5 p.m., rain or shine. 3Rivers Arts will make puppets with the kids. There will be Q & A displays about composting and worm bins, backyard chickens, and bee hives and honey. Nashoba Paddler will have information about canoeing local rivers and lakes. Other participants include Nashua River Watershed Association, Groton Electric Light Department, TLC365 (as in, make every day litter-free in Groton), Martin Computer Recycling, Groton Greenway River Festival (June 24) update, Transformations’ Zero Energy Homes, and more. Upcycler’s will display and model creations fashioned from repurposed materials. Contra Banditos will liven up the airwaves, and a small theater will be set up to view earth videos. For more information call Jim Hubert at 978-302-5611 or email j.e.hubert@comcast.net.
Ham & Bean Supper
Tahattawan Lodge is renewing its traditional Ham and Bean Supper Saturday, April 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 310 King St. in Littleton. The meal takes all day to cook, so when they run out, we’re out. The suggested donation is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors over 65, and $6 for children. No reservations needed and takeout is available. Parking and the entrance is in the rear of the building. For more information call 978-486-3198 or visit www.tahattawan.com.
