Easter egg hunts
Carlson Orchards, 115 Oak Hill Road, will host Easter Egg hunts Saturday, April 4, with time slots at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Kids will search the orchard for colorful eggs and other surprises in this fun-filled spring tradition. Register in advance by contacting Katie at 603-554-7044.
An Easter Egg hunt with candy, prizes, and more will be held Saturday, April 4, 10:30 a.m., at Rogers Field, 37 Buena Vista St., Devens. Call 978-772-8876 or email hclark@mass.development.com for more information.
The Harvard Family Association will host their spring egg hunt Sunday, April 12, 1 to 2:30 p.m. on the Common. Register at harvardfamilyassociation.com.
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
- Exhibit: “Celebrations Around the World” features the holy celebration of Orthodox Easter. On view through April in the children’s room.
- Sensory playtime, all ages, best for under 6. Saturday, April 4, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- Kids after-school movie, Thursday, April 9, 3:45 p.m. Rated PG.
- Family movie night, Friday, April 10, 6:30 p.m. Rated PG.
- Saturday story time, ages 3 to 7, Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.
- Origami with Michael LaFosse, Wednesday, April 15. Ages 6 to 12, 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.; grades 6 through adult, 2 to 3 p.m.
Teen programs
- Teen advisory board, grades 7-12, Tuesday, April 7, 3 p.m. Help shape collections and programs for teens.
- Teen after-school movie, grades 6-12, Wednesday, April 8, 3 p.m.
- Teen maker day, grades 6-12, Tuesday, April 14, 2:45 p.m.
- Teen readers club, grades 7-12, Thursday, April 16, 3 p.m.
Adult programs
- Seed library seed planting, Saturday, April 4, noon to 1 p.m.
- Cookbook Club, Monday, April 13, 6:30 p.m. Browse a cookbook and bring a dish to share. This month, England.
- Brown Bag Book Club, Wednesday, April 15, noon; “Isola” by Allegra Goodman.
- The Larchmont shipwreck remembered, Thursday, April 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
- Children’s literature book discussion group for grown-ups, Thursday, April 16, 7 p.m.
At Fivesparks
Fivesparks is at 7 Fairbank Street. Visit fivesparks.org for the complete schedule, hours, and more information.
- Exhibit: “Orchard Women of Harvard,” on view through April 11.
- Pastel painting with Ann Gillespie, Wednesdays through May 20, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Music is meditation, Fridays, April 3, 10, and 17, and May 1, 9 to 9:45 a.m.
- Greenhut artist residency open house and information session, Saturday, April 4, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
- After-school program: Slime Time with Miss Lisa. Tuesdays through May 19, 3:45 to 5 p.m. Held at HES.
- Snapology school half day, Science of Slime. Wednesday, April 8, 12:30 to 4 p.m.
- Felting school half day, bunny. Wednesday, April 8, 12:45 to 2:30 p.m.
- Evening felting, rabbit with carrot. Wednesday, April 8, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
- Felting school half day, duck. Wednesday, April 15, 12:45 to 2:30 p.m.
- Evening felting, painting with wool, flower scene. Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Spring cider hike
Join the Harvard Conservation Trust for a family-friendly hike Saturday, April 4, 1 p.m., at Carlson Orchards, 115 Oak Hill Road. Enjoy a one-hour stroll through peach and apple trees, woodland paths, and wildlife meadows, followed by donuts and cider around an outdoor firepit. Sign up at bit.ly/hct-cider-hike-2026. Free; dress for the weather, hiking shoes recommended.
Final weekend for ‘Don’t Tell Mother’
The Cannon Theatre, 28 Andrews Parkway, Devens, will present “Don’t Tell Mother” Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m. The show is a fast-paced farce centering on a librarian who’s witnessed a bank robbery just before a dinner with her fiance and his mother. For information and tickets visit thecannontheatre.org.
Play about women’s suffrage
The Harvard Woman’s Club will host a screening of Ann Timmons’ ”It’s My Party!” on Monday, April 6, noon, at the Harvard Senior Center, 16 Lancaster County Road. This powerful and timely play, directed by Rikki Howie Lacewell and produced by Pipeline Playwrights, celebrates the triumph of women’s suffrage but also courageously confronts the unresolved issues of race and class that persist today. All are welcome.
‘Bridges,’ a publication by immigrant youth
The International Institute of New England will host the writers and organizers of “Bridges” Thursday, April 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Fivesparks, 7 Fairbank St. Launched by high school student and Harvard resident Lena Aloise in the summer of 2025 as a writing workshop and publication opportunity, “Bridges” spreads awareness about the work of IINE and the experiences of young people learning English as a second language. For details and a link to the publication, visit fivesparks.org/event/bridges-personal-nar ratives-by-immigrant-youth.
Women’s Business Network
The Women’s Business Network will meet Thursday, April 9, 6:30 p.m., at St. Theresa Church, 17 Still River Road. Participants will gather in small groups to discuss business issues, seek input, and get advice from each other. Contact Deb Oliva at dboliva@charter.net, guests are welcome.
Spaghetti supper at Congregational Church
The Congregational Church of Harvard will hold a community spaghetti supper Friday, April 10, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at 5 Still River Road. Bring family, friends, and neighbors, all ages are welcome, and activities for younger children will be available. Free, sign up by email at office@harvarducc.org or visit harvarducc.org.
Learn about residential solar
The Bromfield Green Team will hold an open house on residential solar power Saturday, April 11, 2 to 4 p.m., at Volunteers Hall at the library. Hear local homeowners discuss the costs, benefits, and successes of solar projects, meet with solar panel vendors and installers, talk through project specifics with solar coaches, and learn about joining a solar farm as an alternative to home solar installation. Find more information and sign up at harvardmaclimateinitiative.org.
Jayden Liu Memorial Scholarship fundraiser
The BEF Jayden Liu Memorial Scholarship Fund will host its second annual fundraising pool tournament Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m., at The Billiards Cafe, 39 Main St., Ayer. Play will be Scotch Doubles 8 Ball, alternating shots, $20 per person and $40 per team. Proceeds will go to college scholarships awarded at the Billiard Education Foundation Junior National Championships in July and to the local junior pool program. Email newengland@playusapool.com or qu_tong@hotmail.com with questions.
Spring walk on conservation land
The Conservation Commission’s Land Stewardship Subcommittee will lead a walk Sunday, April 12, 1:30 p.m., on the Great Elms conservation land. Explore the beautiful woods of Great Elms with its secluded vernal pools and rocky, south facing slopes. Meet at the Harvard Conservation Trust’s Burgess-Brown land at the end of Murray Lane.
A 2-mile loop; wear tick protection and suitable footwear, and consider walking sticks. Drizzle OK; rain cancels. For details, contact Wendy Sisson at mwsisson4@gmail.com.
Introduction to Zen Buddhist meditation
Linda Shinji Hoffman will conduct an introduction to Zen Buddhist meditation Monday, April 13, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Old Frog Pond Farm & Studio, 38 Eldridge Road. Learn about posture, breath, how to hold awareness, and what to do as thoughts arise. Free, but donations welcome. To register or for more information email lindahoffmanstudio@gmail.com.
Classes at Goose and Hen Farm
The Goose and Hen farm, 85 Old Littleton Road, offers classes in raising and preparing nutritious and sustainable food. For more information visit thegooseandhen.com/classes or email kerry.thegooseandhen@gmail.com.
- Edible wild plants, Friday, April 17, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Join Kerry Evans on a leisurely walk to learn about finding, cooking, and eating edible wild plants growing locally. $35 per person.
- Sourdough bread baking, Saturday, April 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Participants will leave with an in-progress loaf plus additional sourdough starter. $35 per person.
Save the date
- Thursday, April 23, to Sunday, April 26: Townwide cleanup
- Sunday, May 3: Loaves & Fishes 5K walk
- Friday, May 29: PTO Spring Soiree
- Sunday, June 7: Bare Hill Triathlon, Duathlon, and Aquabike.
Out of town
Construction of the Wachusett Reservoir
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation will host a presentation on the history of the Wachusett Reservoir Thursday, April 9, 6 to 7 p.m., at the Bigelow Free Public Library, 54 Walnut St., Clinton. See historical photographs, annual reports, and archived scrapbooks showing the engineering marvel of the reservoir system. Free, reserve a seat at bigelowlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/history-of-the-construction-of-the-wachusett-reservoir.
WCMS performs French chamber music
The Worcester Chamber Music Society will present a concert “La Fete Francaise,” featuring the music of Ravel, Saint-Saen, and Chausson. Grab a beret and a warm croissant and get in the spirit of this French-themed program that puts the harp front and center. Friday, April 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Fitchburg Art Museum, 185 Elm Street, Fitchburg and Sunday, April 12, 4 p.m., at Shapiro Hall, Joy of Music, 1 Gorham Street, Worcester. Preconcert talks precede each performance, and receptions will follow. Tickets at worcesterchambermusic.org/la-fete-francaise or by calling the WCMS office at 508-926-8624.
Free Groton Hill concert
The faculty duo of Eamon Sefton, guitar, and Eva Meier, fiddle, will perform a program of Irish music Wednesday, April 15, noon, at Groton Hill Music Center, 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton. Free but tickets are required; ticket sales open Wednesday, April 8. Visit grotonhill.org/community-engage ment/community-concerts.
Mandarin for middle schoolers
The YV Art Museum, 68 Quarry Road, Acton, will hold classes in Chinese culture for middle schoolers Monday through Friday, April 20-24, 9 a.m. to noon. Learn to speak Mandarin and explore Chinese culture by listening to stories, singing songs, playing games, and learning calligraphy and brush painting. Fee $300 per person. For more information visit cai-yv.org.