Winter Fest
The Harvard Lions Club and Carlson Orchards will hold Winter Fest 2026 Sunday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 115 Oak Hill Road. The event includes people’s choice chili and mac and cheese contests, skillet toss, human dogsled pull, knitted hat contest, ice suncatcher contest, winterland photo exhibit, a fairy door field, apple cannons, scavenger hunt, and wassailing the orchard. Contests and activities are open to all; admission is free. Hard cider and flatbread pizza will be for sale.
The Winter Fest 5K road race will start at 11 a.m. at the Bromfield School at 14 Mass. Ave. Register in advance for the race, and learn more about Winter Fest, at winterfest.harvardlions.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
- Sensory playtime, all ages, best for under 6. Saturday, Feb. 28, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- Endangered species with Joys of Nature, grades K-6, Wednesday, March 4. Two sessions, 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
- Baby and toddler disco party, ages 0 to 3+ and their grown-ups, Thursday, March 5, 10:30 a.m. Dance and have fun with your child; includes flashing lights and noise.
- GraviTrax challenge, ages 8 and older, Thursday, March 5, 3:45 p.m. Build a marble raceway.
- Family movie night, Friday, March 6, 6:30 p.m. Rated PG.
Teen programs
- Teen advisory board, grades 7-12, Tuesday, March 3, 3 p.m. Help shape collections and programs for teens.
- Teen after-school movie and treat, grades 6-12, Thursday, March 5, 3 p.m.
- Teen readers group, grades 7-12, Thursday, March 12, 3 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, opens Saturday, Feb. 28.
- After-school program for grades 2-5: canvas and cocoa. Tuesdays through March 31, 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Held at HES.
- Pastel painting with Ann Gillespie, Wednesdays through March 25, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Snapology Lego movie mania, Wednesday, March 4, 12:30 to 4 p.m.
- Half-day felting for grades 5-8, Wednesday, March 4, 12:45 to 2:30 p.m.
- Evening felting for adults and teens, Wednesday, March 4, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
- March for our lives silent auction, opens Saturday, March 7, noon.
- Public reception for Orchard Women of Harvard, Sunday, March 8, 3 to 5 p.m.
Knights of Columbus fish fry
The Knights of Columbus will host a fish fry Fridays, Feb. 27 through March 27, 5 to 7 p.m., at Holy Trinity Parish Deacon Hall, 17 Still River Road. Enjoy fresh hand battered cod, fries, and coleslaw or seafood chowder. All proceeds go to help local charities and food banks. Dine-in or take it to go. Send email to kofc13764@gmail.com for more information or to preorder your meals.
Staff-senior volleyball game
The Harvard Educators Association will hold its 56th annual staff-senior competition with a volleyball game Friday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., in the Bromfield School gym. General admission $10 for adults and $5 for students. For more information and to pay online, visit psharvard.org>> Schools>>Hildreth Elementary School>>Latest News, Family Newsletter 2-11-26. Proceeds go toward scholarships for graduating seniors.
Coffee and play for parents and young children
The Harvard Unitarian Universalist Church, 9 Ayer Road, will host coffee and conversation Saturday, Feb. 28, 9 to 11 a.m. Parents and caregivers can enjoy a warm drink, snack, and friendly conversation while young children play in a comfortable, safe space. No sign-up required; all are welcome.
Learn to make sourdough
The Goose and Hen farm will offer a class on sourdough bread baking Saturday, Feb. 28, 2 to 3:30 p.m., at 85 Old Littleton Road. Make European-style sourdough bread with simple ingredients and no kneading. Participants will leave with an in-progress loaf plus additional sourdough starter. $35 per person. Email kerry.thegooseandhen@gmail.com if interested.
Full moon hike
Fruitlands Museum will host a guided hike under the full moon Tuesday, March 3, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 102 Prospect Hill Road. Explore The Fruitlands trail system, and visit sites such as the Pergolas foundation and the old Willard farm. Meet at the gift shop. Dress for the weather with sturdy shoes, and bring your own flashlight, headlamp, or lantern. Members $15, nonmembers $25. Register at thetrustees.org/event/443162.
Fusion energy talk and tour
Join Commonwealth Fusion Systems for a tour and talk on SPARC, a fusion energy machine currently under construction, Thursday, March 5, 5 p.m., at 117 Hospital Road, Devens. Meet members of the CFS team and tour Tokamak Hall to see the work in progress. Space is limited and attendees must be 18 and older. Proper attire is required, including long pants and closed toe, hard-soled shoes. Advance registration is required; visit cfs.energy/devens-campus/updates.
African drumming class
Old Frog Pond Farm & Studio will hold an eight-week African drumming class Thursdays beginning March 5, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the farm at 38 Eldridge Road. Learn from Moussa Traore who will interpret West Africa through the richness, complexity, and beauty of its rhythms. Drums will be available. $30 per class or $200 for the series. Register by email at blaseofire@gmail.com or call 978-501-4733.
Bromfield Science Fair
Bromfield’s annual Science Fair will take place Friday, March 6, in the school cafeteria at 14 Mass. Ave. The public is invited to view student projects from grades 8-12 between 7 and 7:45 p.m. An awards ceremony will follow in Cronin Auditorium.
WBN addresses stress management
The Women’s Business Network will meet Thursday, March 12, at 6:30 p.m., at St. Theresa Church, 17 Still River Road. Pamela Dussault, personal crisis coach and caregiver advocate, will speak on dealing with stress and how stress is a signal of personal disconnection. Contact Deb Oliva at dboliva@charter.net; guests are welcome.
Soup for the Soul
The Loaves & Fishes food pantry, 234 Barnum Road, Devens, will host a volunteer and donor appreciation evening Monday, March 16, 5 to 7 p.m. Come for an enchanting evening of sparkling lights, soft music, and hot, delicious soup provided by six restaurants from the community. Free, register by March 9 at loavesfishespantry.org/events/soup-for-the-soul-2.
PTO Spring Soiree
Early-bird tickets are now on sale for the PTO Spring Soiree fundraiser, scheduled for Friday, May 29, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m, at Craft Food Halls, 500 Beaver Brook Road, Boxborough. Wear your favorite school colors or college gear for the theme “school spirit,” and enjoy a night of food, drinks, and fundraising for a great cause. Visit secure.givelively.org/event/harvard-pto-inc/2026-pto-spring-soiree-tickets to order; the price increases April 14.
Save the date
- Saturday, March 14: Repair Cafe rescheduled
- Saturday, March 21: Lions Club health and wellness fair.
Out of town
Queen’s Gala
The Harvard and Bolton Girl Scouts invite girls and their families to a festive evening Saturday, Feb. 28, 6 to 8 p.m., at the Florence Sawyer School, 100 Mechanic St., Bolton. Treats and sweets, corsages, and crafts will be for sale, and a photo booth will be available to create memories. Open to the public, $7 per person, $35 per family, cash only.
U.S. Navy Band in Worcester
The United States Navy Concert Band will play at Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St., Worcester, Monday, March 2, 7 p.m. The band is the premier musical organization of the Navy. Comprising six primary performing groups as well as a host of smaller ensembles, “The World’s Finest” is capable of playing any style of music in any setting. Free but tickets are required. Visit mechanicshall.org/event/us-navy-concert-band for tickets and program details.
Celebrate 100 years at the Fitchburg Art Museum
The Fitchburg Art Museum, 185 Elm St., Fitchburg, will host “Eleanor’s Dream: A 100th Birthday Soiree” Saturday, March 7, 6 to 9 p.m. Dress in colorful and dreamy attire for this enchanting evening marking the beginning of the museum’s centennial celebration. Mingle amid artwork in galleries transformed into immersive, floor-to-ceiling displays; indulge in cocktails and culinary delights, and enjoy live entertainment with an odyssey of music through the ages. For more information and tickets visit fitchburgartmuseum.org/eleanors-dream-a-100th-birthday-soiree.
Maple sugar days
Visit Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, to learn about maple sugar-making on various dates through March 15. See the entire process, from tapping the trees to sugaring off, and hear why maple sugar was more commonly used than maple syrup in early New England. Costumed historians will also cook period foods made with maple products and the tinner and cooper will make maple-related items. Visit osv.org/event/maple-days for the full schedule and to purchase tickets.