Crafts at Fruitlands
Fruitlands Museum will hold its 13th annual craft festival Saturday, Sept. 20, and Sunday, Sept. 21, rain or shine, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 102 Prospect Hill Road. Browse the works of 57 specially selected New England artisans. Admission $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers, children, free; includes entry to all museum galleries and exhibitions. Learn more at thetrustees.org/program/fruitlands-craft-festival.
At the library
The Harvard Public Library is at 4 Pond Road. For the full calendar of events and to register for events, visit harvardpubliclibrary.org/services/events.
Children’s programs
- Lego club, grades K-6, Saturday, Sept. 20, 1:30 p.m.
- Paws and read, grades K-6, Wednesday, Sept. 24. Read to therapy dogs. Appointments at 3:45, 4:05, and 4:25 p.m.
- GraviTrax challenge, ages 8 and older, Thursday, Sept. 25, 3:45 p.m. Build a marble raceway.
- Saturday toddler story time, ages 1 to 3. Saturday, Sept. 27, 10:30 a.m.
Teen programs
- Teen maker day, grades 6-12, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2:45 p.m.
- Teen after-school movie, grades 6-12, Thursday, Oct. 2, 3 p.m.
Adult programs
- Artificial intelligence: awareness and discussion, Saturday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m.
- Monday afternoon at the movies, Monday, Sept. 29, 1 p.m. Rated R.
- Exploring the Anglo-American ballad: stories, poems, and tunes. Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.
At Fivesparks
Fivesparks is at 7 Fairbank Street. Visit fivesparks.org for the complete schedule, hours, and more information.
Exhibit: “Marks of Distinction,” national juried show by the Central Massachusetts Pastel Society. On view through Sept. 26.
Autumn equinox illuminated labyrinth walk and hand-held labyrinth workshop. Sunday, Sept. 21, 1:45 to 4 p.m.
Free demonstration with master pastelist Robin Frisella. Presented by the Central Mass Pastel Society. Saturday, Sept. 27, 1 to 3 p.m.
Celebrate Sun Day
Come to town center across from the General Store and Center Cemetery on Sunday, Sept. 21, 1 to 3 p.m., to see exhibits demonstrating clean energy. Harvard’s Climate Initiative Committee will join the nationwide Sun Day event, showcasing electric vehicles, electric bikes, options for solar panels (rooftop and freestanding), and details on joining a solar farm. Talk with other residents and hear their experiences.
Conversation cafe with the town administrator
Come by the Harvard General Store Monday, Sept. 22, 9 a.m., to meet with Town Administrator Dan Nason. This is an opportunity for residents to share comments, questions, concerns, or ideas with Nason and Select Board member Eve Wittenberg.
Sculpture at the orchard
The exhibit “Around the Pond and Through the Woods” is open for self-guided tours Tuesdays through Sundays through Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Old Frog Pond Farm and Studio, 38 Eldridge Road. This year’s exhibition features pieces ranging from kinetic sculptures to natural material installations, all thoughtfully placed to interact with the land and the elements. Admission $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for children.
HES book fair
The Harvard Schools PTO and Silver Unicorn Bookstore will hold the school book fair at the Hildreth Elementary School Monday through Friday, Sept. 22-26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with late hours for parents on curriculum night, Thursday, Sept. 25. Find more than 200 titles, including picture books, easy readers, early chapter books, middle grade titles, graphic novels, nonfiction, and activity books. Proceeds will support the teachers and staff of the Hildreth Elementary and Bromfield schools.
Volunteer at Community Harvest Project
The Harvard Conservation Trust will hold a volunteer morning at the Harvard orchard of Community Harvest Project, 115 Prospect Hill Road, Saturday, Sept. 27, 8:30 to 11 a.m. (note changed times). Help with picking, sorting, and packaging apples that will be donated to hunger relief partners across Central and Eastern Massachusetts.
Sign up at harvardconservationtrust.org/community-harvest-projects-volunteer-day-2025.
Learn to process poultry
The Goose and Hen farm will offer a class on poultry processing Saturday, Sept. 27, 1 to 4 p.m., at 85 Old Littleton Road. Bring a bird or purchase one from us, or just come and observe. To sign up send email to kerry.thegooseandhen@gmail.com.
Apple Harvest Ramble
The Apple Harvest Ramble half-marathon and 5K run will be held Sunday, Sept. 28, at the Bromfield School. Onsite registration will open at 7 a.m., and races will start at 9 and 9:15 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each category, and proceeds go to local charities. Learn more at harvardraces.org.
Community hymn sing
The Congregational Church of Harvard will host a hymn sing, open to all, Sunday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. at the church, 5 Still River Road, in place of the regular service. Singing together is an age-old practice that brings communities together for moments of peace and joy. Join us to sing favorite hymns, followed by coffee hour and fellowship. All are warmly welcome.
Field day for Scouts
The annual Harvard Cub Scouts track and field day will take place Sunday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the McCurdy Track at Harvard Park on Lancaster County Road. An afternoon of fun for boys and girls in grades K-5, the event features foot races, javelin, long jump, and shot put, with popsicles afterward. Free and open to the public.
Girl Scout information session
The Harvard Girl Scouts will hold an information session Monday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m., at Camp Green Eyrie, 69 Still River Road. Girls are invited for an evening of painting while adults discuss how troops are formed. Light refreshments will be provided. Register by Sept. 27 by contacting Monica Baldyga at 508-365-0115 or MBaldyga@gscwm.org.
Candidates forum
The League of Women Voters of Harvard and the Harvard Press will host an online forum Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m, by Zoom. Meet the two candidates for Select Board, Eric Ward and Adam Wool, to hear their viewpoints and positions.
Visit http://bit.ly/47GEFFv to submit your questions through Sept. 24. Viewers may also submit questions during the forum if time allows. Look for the Zoom link at lwvharvard.org or in an advertisement in the Harvard Press Sept. 26.
Moonlight hike
Step into the magic of the forest with the Harvard Conservation Trust on a moonlight hike Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. Learn from naturalist Dr. Bob Douglas about the mysterious lives of forest creatures that come alive after dark, and gather afterwards around a campfire for refreshments and conversation. Bring bugspray and a headlight or flashlight, and wear sturdy shoes. Register at bit.ly/HCTMoonlight2025.
Save these dates
- Saturday, Oct. 11: Harvard Flea Market
- Saturday, Oct. 11: St. Benedict Center fall bazaar
- Sunday, Oct. 12: Parker Charter School fun run
- Friday, Nov. 14: Turkey Raffle.
OUT OF TOWN
Kinetic sculpture race
The Lowell Kinetic Sculpture Race will be run Saturday, Sept. 20, across the city of Lowell, with events from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. See a variety of human-powered, all-terrain sculptures racing over streets, water, mud, and sand. Build a machine and join the race, or simply come enjoy, with activities for kids and families, live bands, food trucks, and a theatrical opening ceremony. For more information or to register a machine, visit lowellkinetic.com.
Apple cidering at Walden Pond
Join public historians Richard Smith and Dennis Picard Sunday, Sept. 28, noon to 1:30 p.m., at the Walden Pond Visitor Center, 915 Walden St., Concord. Smith will present Thoreau’s essay on the beauty, flavor, and lore of apple cider, while Picard will discuss traditional cidering in New England. Recommended for ages 8 and older. Free, but parking fees apply. For details visit freedomsway.org/event/thoreaus-wild-apples-apple-cidering-in-new-england.
Adult workshop series
Groton Hill Music Center will hold a series of hour-long adult workshops led by Groton Hill teaching artists, offering the opportunity to dive into a niche interest and explore new perspectives. Classes will be held at the music center, 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 7. Find more information and register at grotonhill.org/school/workshops.
