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5 Things: It's About To Get Ducky

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 30 in Concord.

1. "Just Ducky" Stories & Crafts: At 10:30 a.m. today at Barefoot Books, you can celebrate Milldam Preschool’s upcoming annual Rubber Ducky Race & Fair, to be held this Saturday, June 1. As a lead sponsor, Barefoot Books will share stories full of wonderful, animal-centric tales, and then let everyone take a turn at some fun arts and crafts. Participants are welcome to paint (discounted) duck pottery pieces, which will be glazed, fired and ready for pick up in about a week. Story Time is free; craft is $4 or a punch on Kids’ Craft Club card. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, the only public meeting posted for today is the Concord Housing Authority at 8 a.m. 3. Left Behind: Evidence of Devotion & Destruction on the…

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5 Things: 'Just Ducky' Stories and Crafts, Bridge and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 21 in Concord.

1. "Just Ducky" Stories & Crafts: At 3 p.m. today at Barefoot Books. Costs $4. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings today include the Historic Issues Group at 8:30 a.m., the Board of Health at 7 p.m., the Planning Board at 7 p.m. and the Hanscom Field Advisory Commission at 7 p.m. 3. Bridge: They're playing rubber bridge at 1 p.m. today at Harvey Wheeler Community Center. 4. Do You Get Daily, Weekly and Breaking News in Your Inbox? If the answer to that question was "No," then you're missing out and need to click here to sign up for the Patch Newsletter. 5. Foggy Day, Rain Night: Patchy fog's in the forecast for today, with a high of 74, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts …

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5 Things: Senior Living Info Session, Storytime, Meetings and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 20 in Concord.

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 on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and…

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5 Things: A Spot of Tea This Afternoon

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 10 in Concord.

1. Tea House: At 3 p.m. today, Trail's End Cafe will host its first Tea House, featuring tastings of teas from Mark Wendell Tea Company, live music and homemade baked goods. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, the only public meeting posted for today is the Local Option Local Income Tax at 8 a.m. 3. StoryTime: At 11:30 a.m. at Barefoot Books. 4. Like Us on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and continuing the conversation with the Concord community. See you soon! 5. Sunny Day, Maybe Rainy Night: Should be mostly sunny and warm today, with a high of 79, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts…

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5 Things: Storytime, Sherlock Homes and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 3 in Concord.

1. Story Time: At 11:30 a.m. today at Barefoot Books. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Fitchburg Line Working Group at 8:30 a.m. and the Concord Area Special Education Collaborative at 12:30 p.m. 3. Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure: At 8 p.m. tonight and 97 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, the Vokes Playersfor present this most recent entry into the Holmes canon. The story weaves threads from several of Conan Doyle’s stories into a thrilling account of the Holmes/Moriarty ultimate confrontation. Costs $15. 4. Like Us on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and …

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5 Things: Story Time, and Celebrating Concord in May

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 1 in Concord.

1. Celebrate Concord in May: A month's worth of events kicks off today. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Tax Relief Committee at 8:30 a.m., the CCHS Building Committee Site-Based Subcommittee at 2:30 p.m., the CCHS Building Committee at 6 p.m., the Natural Resources Commission at 7 p.m., the Cemetery Committee at 7 p.m. and the West Concord Advisory Committee at 7:30 p.m. 3. Act it Out! Storytime: At 10:30 a.m. this morning at Barefoot Books, the "Act it Out! Storytime" will be acting out stories enhances a child's enjoyment and understanding of the rhythm of story structure, while also adding to their vocabulary and making the connection to action words. 4. Like Us on…

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5 Things: A Carleton-Willard at Home Info Session and Story Time, Too

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on April 29 in Concord.

1. Carleton-Willard At Home Information Session: At 11 a.m. this morning at Concord Free Public Library. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town webiste, public meetings posted for today include the Concord Retirement Board at 9:30 a.m., the Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School committees at 6 p.m. and the Thoreau School Advisory Council/School Leadership Team at 6:30 p.m. 3. Story Time: At 10:30 a.m. at Barefoot Books. Like Us on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and continuing the conversation with the Concord community. See you soon! 5. Fog Clears to a Sunny Day, Cloudy Night: After fog early, …

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5 Things: An Earth Day Celebration

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on April 18 in Concord.

1. Support Group for People Facing Health Challenges: Will meet at 9:45 a.m. this morning at Kerem Shalom. This group provides an open, supportive environment where people facing health challenges can make connections with each other. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Historic Districts Commission at 7 p.m., the Historical Commission at 7 p.m., the Municipal Light Board at 7 p.m. and the Agricultural Committee at 7:30 p.m. 3. Songs and Stories for a Small Planet: At 10:30 a.m. this morning at Barefoot Books, there will be an Earth Day celebration with Jackson Gillman, a storyteller known as the "Stand-Up Chameleon." Costs $8 per child, with a $20 max for a family. 4. …

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5 Things: Spring Sports and Storytimes

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on April 8 in Concord.

1. Storytimes: A pair of storytimes this morning, at 10 a.m. at the Concord Free Public Library and at 10:30 a.m. at Barefoot Books. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the CCHS Adult & Community Education Advisory Committee at 4:45 p.m., the  Board of Selectmen - Executive Session at 6:30 p.m., the Board of Selectmen at 7 p.m. and the Community Preservation Committee at 7:30 p.m. 3. Want Your Kid's Spring Sports Team Featured on Patch? We've got plenty of options for that, and you can read about them here. 4. Like Us on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and …

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Five Things: Storytime, Rain Barrels, Meetings and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on March 25 in Concord.

1. Storytimes: There are two storytime events planned for this morning, at 10 a.m. at the Concord Free Public Library and at 10:30 a.m. at Barefoot Books. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, pubic meetings posted for today include the Board of Selectmen at 7 p.m. and the Board of Health at 7 p.m. 3. Rain Barrels: Rain barrels are now being offered by Concord Public Works Water and Sewer division in partnership with Upcycle Products and can be ordered anytime before April 25. For pricing and information visit: www.upcycle-products.com 4. Like Us on Facebook: For even more information and engagement, like Concord Patch on Facebook. Over there, we'll be asking questions, looking for feedback and continuing the …

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