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Monday, April 8, 2013

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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 …

Friday, April 5, 2013

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5 Things: Margaret Fuller in Love and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on April 5 in Concord.

1. "Margaret Fuller in Love:" Author Megan Marshall will speak about her new biography at 7 p.m. tonight at the Concord Free Public Library.  2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, there are no public meetings posted for today. 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 conversation with the Concord community. See you soon! 5. Could Rain: A slight …

Monday, March 25, 2013

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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 …

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

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Five Things: A Program on the American Oystercatcher, an Art Exhibit and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on March 13 in Concord.

1. Recovering the American Oystercatcher: A Story of Collaboration and Success: At 5:30 p.m. this evening at the Concord Art Association, there's a program on "Recovering the American Oystercatcher," featuring Shiloh Schulte, coordinator of the American Oystercatcher Recovery Campaign at the Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include: the Municipal Light Board at 8 a.m., the Central Middlesex Emergency Response Authority--Executive Board at 9 a.m., the Bruce Freeman Rai Trail Advisory Committee at 10:30 a.m., the CCHS Building Committee / Finance Subcommittee at 4 p.m., the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Advisory Committee at 4:30 p.m., the Public…

Friday, March 8, 2013

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Five Things: A Toddler Sing-a-Long and Tea at Concord Museum

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

1. Toddler Singalong with Ed Morgan: Musican and singer Ed Morgan will be at the Fowler Branch Library at 10 a.m. this morning for a toddler sing-a-long that's part of a music series billed as being "great for children and their families." 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, the only public meeting posted for today is the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Advisory Committee at 4 p.m. 3. Tea & Sweets at the Concord Museum: The Concord Museum is inviting you to invite a friend, neighbor or family member to the Museum's elegant Brooke Hall for a relaxing afternoon of tea and sweets and a visit to the Museum’s renowned history and decorative arts galleries. Advance reservation only, (978) 369-9763, ext. 216. Seatings are 1:30-2:…

Thursday, March 7, 2013

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Five Things: Farm to Lectern Series Continues, Art Exhibit Opens

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on March 7 in Concord.

1. Concord Museum Farm to Lectern Speakers Series: Brian Donahue: At 7 p.m. tonight at the Concord Museum, Brian Donahue, an environmental historian, farmer and collaborator on the “New England Good Food Vision 2060” will be speaking as part of the "Farm to Lectern" speakers series. The speakers series is free, but reservations are required, at 978-369-9763 ext. 216. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Concord Housing Authority at 8 a.m., the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Advisory Committee at 8 a.m., the Middle School Advisory Council at 7 p.m., the Natural Resources Commission at 7 p.m., the Historic Districts Commission at 7 p.m. and the Finance Committee at 7:30 p.m. 3. 3 …

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

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Five Things: Small Wonders, OARS Film Festival, Planing Board Hearing

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on March 6 in Concord.

1. Small Wonders Activity Program: Children age 18 months to 24 months are invited to attend Small Wonders, an interactive program of stories, song and dance at 10 a.m. this morning at the Concord Free Public Library. 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 Historical Commission at 12:30 p.m., Public Ceremonies & Celebrations at 6 p.m., the Board of Selectmen at 6:30 p.m., the CCHS School Advisory Committee at 6:30 p.m., the Board of Selectmen's Public Hearing on Planning Board Articles at 7 p.m., the Planning Board Public Hearing on Warrrant Articles at 7 p.m. 3. OARS 5th Wild & Scenic Film Festival: OARS's 5th annual Wild & Scenic Film…

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

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Five Things: FinComm Hearing On School Budgets, Community Preservation

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on Feb. 27 in Concord.

1. Finance Committee Public Hearing: The Concord Finance Committee will hole a public hearing at 7 p.m. tonight at the Town House on the education budgets and Community Preservation Act articles that will be heading to annual Town Meeting this spring. 2. Other Public Meetings: According to the town website, other public meetings posted for today include the Public Ceremonies & Celebrations Committee at 6 p.m. and the Board of Selectmen at 6:30 p.m., before the FinComm hearing. 3. Small Wonders Activity Program: At 10 a.m. this morning at the Concord Free Public Library. 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 …

Monday, February 25, 2013

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Five Things: Storytimes, Cell Phones, Meetings and More

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

1. Storytimes! There are two story times this morning in Concord. There's one at 10 a.m. at Concord Free Public Library and one 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 Board of Selectmen at 6:15 p.m., the Thoreau School Advisory Council at 6:30 p.m. and a Finance Committee Public Hearing a 7 p.m. 3. Old Cell Phones for Every Mother Counts: The Attias Group is collecting old cell phones for Every Mother Counts, and you can help by dropping off your unused phones at 48 Thoreau Street between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. 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 …

Thursday, February 21, 2013

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Five Things: Vacation Cooking Class at Verrill Farm, Storytime for Kids

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

1. Verrill Farm School Vacation Cooking Class: Today's class, Cooking with Kevin for Grades 1 - 3, takes place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Verrill Farm. Costs $25 per student and registration and prepayment are required. Call 978-369-4494 about availability. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Board of Selectmen for an executive session at 5:30 p.m., the Historic Districts Commission at 7 p.m. and the Finance Committee at 7:30 p.m. 3. Thursday Storytime Fun: At 10 a.m. this morning at the Concord Free Public Library, children age 2 years to 2 ½ years are invited to hear stories, sing songs, see puppets and have fun. 4. Attention Concord Business Owners: Follow these easy steps…

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