The next Isaac Davis Toastmasters Club meeting will be held Monday, Sept. 23, 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at the Acton Memorial Library, 486 Main Street in Acton. Participants can observe how the club works and see how it can improve public speaking and other interpersonal skills. Members include residents from Acton, Boxborough, Stow, Harvard, and Maynard. Guests are welcome. For information email idtmclub@gmail.com or visit http:\\2193.toastmastersclubs.org.

Fivesparks will welcome guest speaker Sally Eyring Tuesday, Sept. 24, with her presentation "3D Weaving – Old Technology and New Inspirations," sponsored by the Nashoba Valley Weavers’ Guild. There will be a reception at 7 p.m. followed by the talk at 7:30 p.m. This event is in conjunction with the guild's exhibit, which will be on display at Fivesparks for the month of September.

On Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall meeting room the League of Women Voters of Harvard will sponsor a public program on recycling in Harvard. The League is teaming up with the Harvard Board of Health and the Transfer Station Committee to give residents a forum to ask questions and understand the current rules of recycling.

Stop by the General Store Friday, Sept. 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. to enjoy an after work drink, coffee, or treat while chatting with members of the Planning Board. This is a great time to get answers to questions and more information before the Special Town Meeting on Oct. 28.

Enjoy a multi-disciplinary celebration of music from North, South, and Central America Friday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Church, as the Worcester Chamber Music Society opens its season with “American Expressions.” Come early for a pre-concert talk led by Rohan Gregory. The concert will be repeated the following evening at Curtis Performance Hall, Assumption College, 500 Salisbury Street, Worcester. Tickets and more information at worcesterchambermusic.org.

Artists and artisans in Bolton and Harvard will open their studios to the public Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29. Work will be displayed at multiple locations throughout the two towns. Participating Harvard artists include John Daly, Emily Harris, Linda Hoffman, Dave Kay, Terri Knoettner, Suzan Osborn, Judith Schutzman, and Judy Warner. Visit openartstudios.org for more information.

Beautiful handwoven items will be available at the Nashoba Valley Weavers Guild exhibit and sale at FiveSparks Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 29, noon to 4 p.m. A portion of sales will benefit FiveSparks.

The Harvard Road Race Association will sponsor the Apple Harvest Ramble half-marathon and 5K race Saturday, Sept. 28, starting at 9 a.m. on Elm Street just off the Common. Race day registration is from 7 to 8:45 a.m. at the Bromfield School. Racers will traverse scenic areas of the Nashoba Valley and finish in front of the Hildreth Elementary School. For more information, fees, and to register prior to race day, go to www.harvardraces.org. Long-sleeve technical shirts are included in early registration and available on race day while supplies last. Proceeds from registration fees will benefit local charities.

Join the Harvard Historical Society Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a Barn to Barn Tour. The event will feature some of Harvard's historically significant barns with living history characters, crafters, and tastes from some of Harvard's best kitchens. Tickets at harvardhistory.org.

Beautiful handwoven items will be available at the Nashoba Valley Weavers Guild exhibit and sale at FiveSparks Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 29, noon to 4 p.m. A portion of sales will benefit FiveSparks.

Enjoy bluegrass music on the Westward Orchards covered porch every Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are available in the store. More information at www.westwardorchards.com.

On Sunday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m. in Volunteers Hall, the Harvard Friends of the Arts will present British folk singer-songwriter John Gerard "Jez" Lowe. Lowe is known for his wide repertoire of compositions dealing with daily life in northeast England. He has received nominations by the BBC Folk Awards for Folksinger of the Year and Best New Song. Admission is free; donations to support future programs are appreciated. Reserve at 978-456-4114.

The Garden Club of Harvard will meet Monday, Sept. 30, at St. Theresa's Church. Guest speaker is Michael Wojtech, a naturalist and educator from western Mass. His talk is titled "The Growth of Trees: A Journey Through Time," helping us see the wonder and beauty of trees in all seasons, at all stages of their growth. Brunch will be served at 9:30 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting and the program. New members are always welcome.

The recently protected Horse Meadows Knoll just off Sherry Road has a variety of habitats for all sorts of wildlife. The Harvard Conservation Trust and Sudbury Valley Trustees invite the public to learn about the wetlands, upland forest, vernal pools, and rocky outcrops that native plants and wild animals rely on for survival Friday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. Visit www.svtweb.org/calendar to register.

Join us Friday, Oct. 4, (rain date Oct. 5) as we look to the stars and celebrate the weekend of the International Observe the Moon Night. This event is hosted by Fivesparks with the assistance of volunteers from the Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston. Location is the parking lot behind the Harvard Public Library, overlooking the baseball field. Gather at 6:30 p.m. to meet the astronomers; star viewing will start at 7:30 p.m. If you wish, bring your telescope. Please do not park in the viewing lot. 

On Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.,  Det. Daniele Fortunato of the Harvard Police Department will introduce the public to several of the service dogs from NEADS World Class Service Dogs, along with their human companions. NEADS is headquartered in Princeton, Mass., and provides service dogs to military veterans with PTSD, people with hearing loss or physical disabilities, and children with autism, as well as police departments. Program location to be announced.

On Sunday, Oct. 6, the Virginia Thurston Healing Garden will host "Walk and Ride to Thrive," a 10- or 33- or 66-mile bike ride through Nashoba Valley or a 5K walk through Harvard. Beginning at the Harvard Public Library, 66-mile riders start at 8 a.m., other riders at 9:30 a.m., and walkers at noon. Proceeds will help the Healing Garden's mission of offering integrative mind and body services and cancer education for men, women, and caregivers. For registration and more information visit https://healinggardensupport.org.

Enjoy bluegrass music on the Westward Orchards covered porch every Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are available in the store. More information at www.westwardorchards.com.

The Bromfield Booster Club will host its second annual golf outing fundraiser Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Shaker Hills Golf Club. Proceeds will benefit the girls athletic programs at Bromfield. In addition to golf, the event will include several competitions, wine tasting, a silent auction, attendee raffle, awards reception, and dinner. For more information visit http://harvardsports.org or contact Booster Club president Ed Frackiewicz  at efrack10@gmail.com.

The library welcomes families and children of all ages to a high-energy, comedy magic show Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 1:30 p.m. See a magic wand with a life of its own, a haunted jack-o-lantern, a floating skull of Dracula, ghosts, goblins, Frankenstein, a live bunny, and more. The performance includes Halloween safety tips to help keep children safe on their night of spooky fun.  Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR event! Seats are limited; please pre-register.

On Thursday, Oct. 10, at 6:30 p.m. in Volunteers Hall, Arm in Arm will sponsor a townwide book discussion and potluck. The book is "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas, a story that puts the reader right into the situation with the teenage narrator, whose friend, a young black man, is shot and killed. Several copies of the book are available at the library. Attendees are asked to bring an item of their choice for the potluck. Space is limited, and RSVP is required. To preregister: https://bit.ly/2m1dX5m

Harvard's Flea Market returns for its 48th season Saturday, Oct. 12 (rain date Sunday, Oct. 13) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Bromfield School. Featuring more than 180 booths, the event offers an eclectic array of goods including antiques and collectibles, toys and games, books, jewelry, and vintage clothing. Thousands of bargain hunters attend. There will be a variety of food vendors. Admission is $3 for all adults; $1 for children; $5 for early birds (7 to 9 a.m.). The event is sponsored by the Harvard Schools Trust and the League of Women Voters of Harvard. More at harvardfleamarket.com.

from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The day will include ethnic foods, sister-baked pies, crafts, games, and raffles.

The Congregational Church of Harvard will hold its annual Apple Festival Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Common across from the church. Get a homemade baked or frozen apple pie there or at the church's booth at the Harvard Flea Market. Or stop by the Common for a slice of warm pie with ice cream, or some soup, cider, popcorn, or cheese.

Enjoy bluegrass music on the Westward Orchards covered porch every Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are available in the store. More information at www.westwardorchards.com.

On Friday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Volunteers Hall the Warner Free Lecture Trust presents a concert by the Greater Worcester Opera performing the music of Leonard Bernstein. Come enjoy selections from West Side Story, On the Town, Wonderful Town, Peter Pan, Candide, and 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Nashoba Valley Medical Center (NVMC) will host its eighth annual 5K run and walk Saturday, Oct. 19. Proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Loaves & Fishes, providing food and temporary support services to residents of Ayer, Devens, Dunstable, Groton, Harvard, Littleton, and Shirley.  The professionally timed 5K run will start at NVMC, 200 Groton Road in Ayer, at 11 a.m. Walkers may also participate, and kids can compete in a half-mile run at 10:30 a.m. An awards presentation as well as activities for the whole family will be available at the finish line. Advanced registration at http://bit.ly/2HbJnxB is recommended. Register by Tuesday, Oct. 1, and receive a free T-shirt. 

The Harvard Conservation Trust will hold its annual 5K Run for the Hills race Sunday, Oct. 20, starting at 10 a.m. Those registering by Oct. 5 will receive a free T-shirt. The race starts at the Community Harvest Project at 115 Prospect Hill Road and winds through the orchard and over trails on Dean's Hill and Prospect Hill conservation areas. There will also be a 1-mile course for running or walking that will loop through the orchard with views of the valley and mountains to the west. Music and food at the Community Harvest barn will be provided. Visit RunForTheHills.org or HarvardConservationTrust.org. Proceeds benefit Harvard Conservation Trust’s efforts to preserve rural Harvard.

Enjoy bluegrass music on the Westward Orchards covered porch every Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are available in the store. More information at www.westwardorchards.com.

The Harvard Family Association invites families to participate in the annual Halloween Parade Saturday, Oct. 26, at 10:30 a.m. on the Common. Following the parade there will be games, crafts, cookie decorating, a food truck, and more for kids up to age 6. The event is free and open to the public. Rain date is Saturday, Nov. 2.

Enjoy bluegrass music on the Westward Orchards covered porch every Sunday, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are available in the store. More information at www.westwardorchards.com.

Superstar Productions will bring the musical Suessical Jr. to Hildreth Elementary School. Performances will be Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m.

Superstar Productions will bring the musical Suessical Jr. to Hildreth Elementary School. Performances will be Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m.

On Saturday, Nov. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Volunteers Hall the Harvard Friends of the Arts will present Celtic musician Áine Minogue. Born and raised in Ireland, Minogue is an award-winning harpist, singer, arranger, and composer. Admission is free; donations to support future programs are appreciated. Reserve at 978-456-4114.

Superstar Productions will bring the musical Suessical Jr. to Hildreth Elementary School. Performances will be Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m.

Have you ever wanted the opportunity to sit down for a cup of coffee with "the Boss" and hear stories of success and failure? Celebrating its 18th season, the "Breakfast with the Boss" series, sponsored by Fidelity Bank, hosts business leaders sharing their experiences. There are five breakfasts, each 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Devens Common Center or the Hilton Garden Inn in Devens: Thursday, Sept. 12 (with guest speaker Gov. Charlie Baker); Tuesday, Nov. 5; Thursday, Jan. 9; Wednesday, March 4; and Thursday, May 7. Registration and more details at https://www.nvcoc.com.