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SUMMARY:Westford Rev 250: The Westford Girls Scouts presents; "A Day for Doughnuts\, April 19\, 1775"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “A Day for Doughnuts\,” a one-act play set on April 19\, 1775. This performance captures the last thing Colonel Robinson said before he left that morning: “Have the girls prepare dough knots and send them to the men for lunch.” \nOlive Prescott\, Lt. Col. John Robinson’s great-granddaughter\, recounts the April 19\, 1775 events\, including her ancestor’s significant role on that celebrated day. In her narrative\, Olive combines family memories\, town records accounts\, and local historians’ reports. \nShe describes how Huldah\, Robinson’s wife\, their three daughters\, and their servant Anna prepared many doughnuts to feed over 100 men from Westford who were heading to fight in Concord. \nWestford History proudly includes accounts of Lt. Col. John Robinson and the brave participation of the Westford Militia Companies in the colonial resistance and revolution on that important day in April 1775. The events at the North Bridge in Concord solidified Lt. Col. John Robinson’s status as a courageous American hero of liberty whose valiant actions contributed to securing our American freedom. \nSuggested Donation: $10 per person
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/westford-rev-250-the-westford-girls-scouts-presents-a-day-for-doughnuts-april-19-1775/
LOCATION:Westford Museum\, 2 Boston Rd\, Westford MA\, Boston Road 2\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T143000
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SUMMARY:Concord's Secret History. Premiere Afternoon Screening
DESCRIPTION:The documentary reveals a long-suppressed secret\, set in Concord\, Massachusetts — the birthplace of the American Revolution\, where the first shots were fired on April 19\, 1775. While Concord is often celebrated for its role in the fight for freedom\, few are aware of the untold stories that extend beyond its borders. The film also explores hidden narratives from both Medford and Harvard University\, offering a richer\, more complete picture of the region’s colonial past. The premiere will take place in Concord on April 12\, 2025\, followed by distribution to over 500 PBS member stations across the United States via PBS+. After the screening\, the filmmakers and historians involved in the project will participate in a facilitated talk-back\, providing an opportunity for deeper engagement and discussion.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concords-secret-history-premiere-afternoon-screening/
LOCATION:umbrella arts center\, Stow Street\, Concord\, Massachusetts\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260507T083426
CREATED:20250402T172846Z
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SUMMARY:Ken Burns | The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Filmmaker Ken Burns to Share Early Look at His New Documentary “The American Revolution” in Lexington and Concord \n \nFilmmaker Ken Burns to Share Early Look at His New Documentary “The American Revolution” in Lexington and Concord \nThe Lex250 Commission and the Concord250 Executive Committee today announced that documentarian Ken Burns will visit Lexington and Concord on April 17 to discuss his new film\, “The American Revolution\,” timed to the start of the War of Independence on April 19\, 1775. \nBurns\, who will be joined by co-directors Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt\, along with historian Rick Atkinson\, author of “The British Are Coming\,” will participate in two events with panel discussions that day: one from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at Cary Memorial Hall in Lexington and another from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Concord-Carlisle High School in Concord. \nTo find out more\, visit Lex250.org.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ken-burns-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building\, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Drama,Event,Memorial
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ORGANIZER;CN="lex250":MAILTO:lex250@jgrp.net
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Battin Hall Cary Memorial Building 1605 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington 02420 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1605 Massachusetts Avenue:geo:-71.2239875,42.4469771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T193000
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SUMMARY:Paul Revere Bids Farewell
DESCRIPTION:Encounter Paul and Rachel Revere in their home as he prepares to depart on his Midnight Ride. Tour the museum’s Visitor Center\, where museum staff will share the full story of Revere’s adventures on April 18\, 1775. \nThis Open House is FREE but admissions will be limited by the space constraints of the historic home. \nAs the evening progresses\, folks are encouraged to gather in North Square to witness Revere’s departure from his home around 8:00 PM\, and then follow in his footsteps as he makes his way stealthily to the waterfront. \nAs the evening progresses\, gather in North Square to witness Revere’s departure from his home\, and follow in his footsteps as he makes his way stealthily to the waterfront.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/paul-revere-bids-farewell/
LOCATION:Paul Revere House\, 19 North Square\, Boston\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Commemoration,Drama,Exhibit,Reenactment,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Revere House":MAILTO:emily@paulreverehouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T183000
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SUMMARY:Revolution’s Edge: Costumed Reading of the Hit Play
DESCRIPTION:To kick off Boston’s Patriots’ Day weekend celebrations in partnership with the City of Boston\, Old North Illuminated will stage a free reading of the hit play Revolution’s Edge behind Old North Church on Paul Revere Mall. Mayor Michelle Wu and other local officials will attend the play and give remarks to commemorate this historic anniversary. Written by Patrick Gabridge and produced by Plays in Place\, Revolution’s Edge is a gripping 45-minute historical drama that ran at Old North Church in the summers of 2023 and 2024. Guests will be greeted with live music before brief speaking remarks welcome the crowd and introduce the 45-minute costumed read of the play. Old North’s lanterns will light up soon after the play’s conclusion\, at the beginning of the reenactment of Revere’s row across the Charles River.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutions-edge-costumed-reading-of-the-hit-play/
LOCATION:Paul Revere Mall\, Unity Street 21\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Drama,Event,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T210000
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SUMMARY:Shadows of 1775
DESCRIPTION:An original play telling the story of Lynnfield on April 18-19 through the voices of the Lynnfield Militia members. their families\, and other townspeople.\nIt will be led by a narrator who calls on various characters sitting in the audience. Characters\, (who are real people from 1775 Lynnfield) tell their individual stories\, which\, in turn\, tells the whole story. Actual words are used whenever possible. \nThe play takes place at the Centre Congregational Church Chapel on Summer Street\, and refreshments will be across the street in the 1714 Meeting House on the Common. \nThe event is free and open to the public. \n  \nEvent Website: https://www.lynnfieldhistoricalsociety.org/lhs–revolution-250.html
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/shadows-of-1775/
LOCATION:Centre Cong. Church Chapel & Meeting House on Common\, Lynnfield\, MA\, 01940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000
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SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: "Scenes From The Revolution -  a Quarter Millennial Musical"
DESCRIPTION:“Scenes From The Revolution” is ready for Concord250 \nPlease join us after the parade at The Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden St. Concord MA on Saturday\, April 19\, 2025\, for two performances of “Scenes From The Revolution – a Quarter Millennial Musical” written by Aline Shader. \nFor all ages\, this engaging musical\, with heartwarming and entertaining songs and historically relevant dialogue\, includes scenes from the Boston Tea Party to the signing of Declaration of Independence and a special song\, “One If By Land\,” commemorating Paul Revere’s Ride. \nThe performers feature middle school students from Concord and Lexington. The production is directed by Kathryn Denney with piano accompanist Jonathan Fagan\, produced by Alex Leiva and Jenny Hersch and presented by Songs Children Sing. \nLocation: The Performing Arts Center 51 Walden St\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\nDate: Saturday April 19\, 2025\nPerformance times: 2 PM and 4 PM\nFREE-OF-CHARGE with general seating \nFor more information\, please contact: \nCarole Wayland\ndirector@51walden.org\n978-369-7911
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-event-scenes-from-the-revolution-a-quarter-millennial-musical/2025-04-19/1/
LOCATION:51 Walden Performing Arts Center\, Walden Street 51\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T160000
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SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: "Scenes From The Revolution -  a Quarter Millennial Musical"
DESCRIPTION:“Scenes From The Revolution” is ready for Concord250 \nPlease join us after the parade at The Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden St. Concord MA on Saturday\, April 19\, 2025\, for two performances of “Scenes From The Revolution – a Quarter Millennial Musical” written by Aline Shader. \nFor all ages\, this engaging musical\, with heartwarming and entertaining songs and historically relevant dialogue\, includes scenes from the Boston Tea Party to the signing of Declaration of Independence and a special song\, “One If By Land\,” commemorating Paul Revere’s Ride. \nThe performers feature middle school students from Concord and Lexington. The production is directed by Kathryn Denney with piano accompanist Jonathan Fagan\, produced by Alex Leiva and Jenny Hersch and presented by Songs Children Sing. \nLocation: The Performing Arts Center 51 Walden St\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\nDate: Saturday April 19\, 2025\nPerformance times: 2 PM and 4 PM\nFREE-OF-CHARGE with general seating \nFor more information\, please contact: \nCarole Wayland\ndirector@51walden.org\n978-369-7911
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-event-scenes-from-the-revolution-a-quarter-millennial-musical/2025-04-19/2/
LOCATION:51 Walden Performing Arts Center\, Walden Street 51\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Drama,Event
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