Concord Band Series at Fruitlands
The Concord Band’s summer season will continue with its Thursday night concerts at Fruitlands Museum July 19 and 26 at 7:15 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring picnics to the open-air event. The parking fee, which supports both the band and Fruitlands, is $15 per car, or $10 for Fruitlands members. In the case of rain, the concert will be canceled. Call 978-897-9969 for information on cancellations.
Invasive Species Workshop
Fruitlands Museum will host an Invasive Control Workshop at the museum Saturday, July 14, at 10 a.m. The project is part of the National Resources Conservation Service’s Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program. Joan Deely from Polatin Ecological Services in Gill will lead the workshop, which is geared towards homeowners, gardening enthusiasts, and professional landscapers—anyone who may be confronted with invasives on their property or in their work. Participants will learn how to tell what plants might be a problem and what to do in response. The cost is $85 for museum members and $115 for non-members. Registration and prepayments are required by emailing education@frutilands.org or calling 978-456-3924, ext. 293.
‘Queen of the Track’ Author at Fruitlands
Heather Lang will be on hand at the Fruitlands Museum Store Saturday, July 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. to sign and read from her recently released children’s book, “Queen of the Track,” about Alice Coachman, the first African-American woman to win a gold medal at the Olympics.
Healing Garden Concert
The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden’s next Concert at the Garden Sunday, July 15, at 3 p.m. will feature Spanish classical guitar music by Thomas Rohde and flamenco dance with Eve Costarelli. Rohde has performed as a soloist throughout Brazil, Taiwan, and the United States. Costarelli is a familiar face on the Boston flamenco scene. The Garden, in collaboration with Indian Hill, brings musicians and dancers to perform in this monthly series. Admission is $10 for Garden members, $15 for non-members. The Healing Garden is located at 145 Bolton Road. Visit www.healinggarden.net for event updates or cancellations.
Well Adult Clinic
Nashoba Associated Boards of Health, in conjunction with the Harvard Board of Health, will hold a Well Adult Clinic Tuesday, July 17, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Hildreth House. Drop-in services will be available for blood pressure checks, pulse screening, and diet teaching. No appointment is necessary. For further information, contact Nashoba Associated Boards of Health at 978-772-3335 or 1-800-427-9762, ext 333.
Paws and Read
The Harvard Public Library will offer opportunities to read with Winston, the therapy dog, Wednesdays, July 18 and 25 and August 1 and 8, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested.
Wolf Talk at the Library
Michael LeBlanc of Wolf Talk will return to the Harvard Public Library to conduct two one-hour live animal presentations Thursday, July 19. LeBlanc will teach the audience about wolf behavior in captivity and in the wild, eating habits of wolves, and wolf pack structure. In addition to a live wolf, he will bring a display of furs, skulls, and more. There will also be a question-and-answer session at the end of the program. Any wolves they bring to program sites have been raised by Michael and Amy LeBlanc personally. Wolf Talk is state and federally licensed for education. Preregister for one session only, either 3 or 4:30 p.m. by calling the Children’s Librarian at 978-456-2381. The program is supported in part by a grant from the Harvard Cultural Council.
World-Class Frisbee Show and Play Shop
The Harvard Public Library will host two-time World Freestyle Frisbee Champion Todd Brodeur with a Frisbee workshop for all ages Tuesday, July 24, from 4 to 5 p.m. Brodeur will demonstrate simple tricks and catches and show more difficult moves and combinations. He will teach the class tricks and catches that everyone can try. A collection of various types of Frisbees will be shown. Frisbees, which Todd will autograph, will be for sale after the show. Registration is requested and registrants will be notified if weather conditions require rescheduling the program.
Shine On Workshops
The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden will host a four-week Shine On series Wednesdays from 9 to 10:15 a.m. July 25 through August 15. Shine On™ by Stillness Power is designed to maintain overall well-being with yoga disciplines delivered in a fun and non-competitive setting that are intended to empower participants to improve their quality of life. The series is $55 for members and $60 for non-members. For questions and registration call 978-456-3532 or email info@healinggarden.net.
Family Movie Nights
The next Family Movie Nights at the Harvard Public Library will be Thursdays, July 26 and August 9, at 6:30 p.m. with a G-rated movie, for all ages. Popcorn and water will be served. Registration is requested so librarians will know how much popcorn to buy.
Wild About Reading
Jungle Jim will be at the Harvard Public LIbrary with a high-energy performance for all ages that he promises to be filled with music, intricate balloon making, humor, and audience participation Tuesday, July 31, from 3 to 4 p.m. Jungle Jim’s memorable show has an inspirational reading theme. Preregistration is requested.
Wetlands and Watersheds
The Harvard Conservation Trust will sponsor Wetlands and Watersheds, a program for ages 6 and up, Wednesday, August 8. Two half-hour sessions will start at 2:30 and 3:15 p.m. Participants will have an opportunity to discover riparian habitats by learning about native animals and the plants and insects that live in rivers and ponds, as well as learn about the important role those habitats play in local biodiversity. The Audubon Ark Outreach program will bring a painted turtle, a mallard duck, and macro-invertebrates to the library for the program. Because the animals are live, enrollment in each half-hour session is strictly limited to 30 child participants. Accompanying adults may also attend. Sign up for only one session by calling the library at 978-456-2381.
OUT OF TOWN
Concert Series at the Bull Run
Upcoming concerts at the Bull Run Restaurant on Route 2A in Shirley:
• Friday, July 13: The Tap Benoit Band
• Saturday, July 14: The Fernando Holz Group
• Friday, July 20: Carolyn Wonderland
• Saturday, July 21: Comedian Bob Marley
• Thursday, July 26: Rickie Lee Jones
• Friday, July 27: Greg Brown
• Saturday, July 28: Fred Eaglesmith
• Sunday, July 29: Ana Popovic
• Friday, August 3: John Eddie Band
• Saturday, August 4: Donna the Buffalo
• Sunday, August 5: Gandalf Murphy & The Slambovian Circus of Dreams
• Wednesday, August 8: Judy Collins
• Friday, August 10: James Montgomery/Barrence Whitfield Band
• Saturday, August 18: Cheryl Wheeler
Tickets and information at Bullrunrestaurant.com.
‘Seussical Jr.’
Indian Hill Music School’s Summer Musical Theatre students will present three fully staged performances of “Seussical Jr.” on Friday, July 20, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 21, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, July 22, at 2 p.m. The performances will take place at 36 King St. in Littleton. All tickets are $10. To order, call 978-486-9524, ext. 116, or visit www.indianhillmusic.org.
