1. Carleton-Willard At Home Info Session: At 11 a.m. this morning at the Concord Free Public Library, you can drop in to learn about the not-for-profit, membership service that offers seniors many of the benefits of a retirement community, without moving out of the home they love. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the CCHS Building Committee Finance Subcommittee at 4 p.m., Public Ceremonies & Celebrations at 6 p.m. and the Board of Selectmen at 6:30 p.m. 3. Story Time: At 10:30 a.m. this morning at Barefoot Books.  4. Like Us …

  Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. With the holidays right around the corner, now's the perfect time to get started thinking about seasonal recipes - particularly those sweet treats that many enjoy around the holiday season, from pies to cakes to cookies and drinks. Whether it's a special Christmas pie or a unique Hanukkah dish, we're wondering what it is you like to make the most around this time of year.  Let your fellow Concord …

  Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving might be over, but the holidays are right around the corner. And one great way to celebrate the holidays is through a decorative floral arrangement for your home or as a gift to someone you love.  So, for this week's Patch Picks, we're wondering where you go for flowers in the Concord area. Whether it's for that annual poinsettia display or you've got something more elaborate in mind for…

  On Thursday, our Patch Picks column asked for your top suggestions on where to pick up a Christmas Tree in Concord this holiday season. We received two messages regarding Concord Nurseries on Barretts Mill Road. Jessica Metivier encouraged shoppers to "Stop in," and find Concord Nurseries on Facebook.   Via email, we received a message from Colonial Gardens, saying: "We have been proudly selling the freshest and healthiest Christmas trees right here in Concord, MA for over 25 years at Colonial Gardens RTE 117! Great Article, thanks for supporting your local retailers! We Love the Concord …

Each week, Concord Patch tries to highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving is coming on Thursday, and many use the holiday to get thinking about the next round of holidays in December.  While some start thinking about their Black Friday plans, others may start looking at different spots to shop for the annual Christmas Tree.  Whether it's a small Christmas Tree farm, or a simple stand that aims to raise money for local causes, we're wondering where you …

Each week, Concord Patch tries to highlight great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and now's the time to start getting your meal plans in order.  But coming up with the right recipe for Thanksgiving dinner might be a challenge, and as such, we're wondering what residents and chefs in Concord  suggest for meal options. Have a special recipe for a glazed turkey? Know of a great side dish you'd like to share? Let your fellow Concord Patch readers know by commenting…

Each week, Concord Patch tries to highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. It's not clear if last week's early winter snow storm was a sign of things to come this winter in Concord, but one thing's for sure — regardless of the impending winter climate, there are still families in need in and around Concord.  To help, a number of local non profit groups do all they can to help those in need all year round. The winter, though, can be increasingly difficult as …

  Each week, Concord Patch tries to highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. While it may be Halloween in Concord, it's also the end of October. That alone means that one of the great holidays of fall is right around the corner — Thanksgiving.  The holiday falls on Nov. 24 this year, and will offer another chance for families to gather, sit down for a wide array of food and give thanks and say blessings.  But that doesn't mean everyone enjoys celebrating the holiday …

Each week, Concord Patch tries to highlight editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Autumn is in the air, and what better way to celebrate fall in New England than to see some of the incredible foliage that comes about in the trees. Whether you have a select spot in or around Concord that you enjoy going to the most, or if you take the family on a road-side tour of the best in the area, we're looking to map out the most beautiful spots around to catch the ever-changing color …

With Halloween right around the corner, this is the time of year when everything becomes a little spookier. The early sunsets cast eerie shades and shadows on the thinning trees. The cold air begins to chill your bones at night. And all the grandiose homes of generations past seem more intimidating in the late night hours.Have you ever had a creepy experience you just couldn't explain, or hear the story of someone else who has? Do you have any haunting stories about the town of Concord, or some of the historic landmarks therein? Here at Patch, we want to help you get into the Halloween spirit…

Fall is here and pumpkins abound! Whether you’re in the mood to decorate for the harvest or you want to carve one into a jack-o'-lantern, there are plenty of places in the area that are offering the autumn squash. But where is the best place to go? We want to hear where you go to get your pumpkins. Let us know by email or by commenting in the section below. We’ll feature the best choices in this week’s Patch Picks.

With fall-like temperatures creeping into the area and leaves around us changing color every day, your neighbors might already miss the dog days of summer. If they’re looking to add a bit more spice to their life, maybe you can help. On Thursday, Patch Picks will be featuring the best Mexican restaurants in the area, but we need your guidance. We want to know who has the tastiest chimichangas, who makes the best margaritas and who offers the most authentic south of the border experience. Tell us your favorite in the comment section below or by emailing Chris.Tanguay@Patch.com. Gracias!

This week's Patch Picks asked the question: Who are the best teachers in town? Everyone — current students as well as long-graduated ones — has that one teacher that really stands, or stood, out as someone who impacted your life, or had a profound influence on your academic course, and we want to recognize those individuals for their efforts.We received some great responses, so here are your picks for the best teachers in town. This response came in an email from a reader, "It has been a long time since my son has been in second grade, but the best teacher he ever had was Mehrnoosh Watson, a …

Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. With school back in session, your kids no doubt have a few favorite teachers and we want to know who they are! Send us the name of who you believe is the best teacher in town, along with the grade and subject that he/she teaches, and we’ll feature that person in this week’s Patch Picks. We believe that teachers have one of the most important jobs in the community, so it’s time we personally let them …

Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Everyone’s trying to save a buck these days, but that concept can be a tough one when you’re trying to provide a night out for the family. In the spirit of saving money on food, while also properly satisfying those hunger pains, we want to know about the best cheap eats in town. What are the best places to get a meal under $25? Tell us your favorite restaurant, deli, pizza place and other affordable …

Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. At Patch, we know a thing or two about being green, as we deliver fresh news not to your doorstep each morning, but to your computer. But we also know that there are some great residents and groups here in town that are also staying green whenever possible. We would like to recognize those who are committed to the environment. We want you to think of an organization, individual or unofficial group of …

This week, Patch Picks asked who you think is the most devoted person in town. With Labor Day approaching, we at Patch want to honor those who have worked hard for the community over the last year. While we were looking for five individuals to recognize, readers strongly suggested one individual as having given the most of herself to the town of Concord. The resounding answer to our question: "Who has devoted the most service in town?" was Rebecca Sheehan Purcel. Rebecca helps run Picnic in the Park, volunteers at the library, helps decorate Concord during special events, bakes for the Fire …

Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. With Labor Day approaching, we at Patch want to honor those who have worked hard for the community over the last year. Tell us who should be recognized for their service and dedication to this town and we’ll feature that person in Patch Picks. We’re looking for five individuals, so be sure to list your pick in the comment section below or send by email to Chris.Tanguay@Patch.com.

Mangia! Bon appétit! Mahlzeit! Whatever the language, we know when it's time to eat. So for this week's Patch Picks, we want to know: What are your favorite ethnic restaurants in and around Concord?  Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. This week, we're looking for international flavors — without the hassle of a long plane ride. Where do you go? What kind of cuisine do they serve? Do they have a specialty? What about this restaurant makes…

Each week, Concord Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more in our feature called Patch Picks. Recent years have seen an abundance of dating websites pop up around the Web. Even better for those looking for that special someone, sites can be searched on the local level, making it a little easier these days to find a date. But one question remains: where do you go in and around town for the all-important date itself? Are you a traditional dinner and a movie type of person? Maybe you like to live …