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SUMMARY:"Spies Among Us" year long exhibit opening on February 6th 2025
DESCRIPTION:“Spies Among Us” will open on Thursday\, February 6th at 10 a.m. during the museum’s first Thursday opening hours. We will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 6th and will be open every Thursday going forward from 10-4. We will also showcase the exhibit during our February Second Sunday Open House on Sunday\, February 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. \nThe exhibit will recall the story of General Gage’s spies who visited the Tavern in 1775\, explore examples of espionage on both sides\, and examine the many ways of spying that were used during the American Revolution. \nSpycraft played a pivotal role during the American Revolution\, with both the Continental Army and British forces using intelligence operations to gain strategic advantages. The Golden Ball Tavern and its proprietor Isaac Jones\, played host on a few occasions to British spies sent\, by General Thomas Gage\, to survey the towns that were scattered around the area from Boston to Worcester. This was just one of the British military’s tactics for keeping the Patriots in line. On the American side\, espionage was essential in countering the British military’s superior resources and manpower. \nThe spycraft of the American Revolution was marked by its ingenuity\, the use of civilian networks\, and the blending of military and civilian espionage tactics. Though it was often risky and unreliable\, intelligence-gathering operations played a critical role in the eventual success of the American cause\, allowing the Continental Army to take advantage of British vulnerabilities and ultimately secure victory. \nJoin us as we introduce our new exhibit and our new Thursday opening hours. The museum will continue to be open every second Sunday of the month for our Second Sunday Open House Tours and will now be open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nWe look forward to welcoming you!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/spies-among-us-year-long-exhibit-opening-on-february-6th-2025/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Golden Ball Tavern Museum\, Boston Post Road 662\, Weston\, Massachusetts\, 02493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fifes and Drums
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New England’s revolutionary heritage as historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn hosts a Colonial Faire and Muster of Fife & Drums. From military drills to contradancing\, cooking and blacksmithing to 18th century children’s games\, engage with living history reenactors demonstrating life in MA circa 1775. The air will be filled with the music that helped inspire the birth of a nation\, as the grand parade steps off at 12:00. This will be followed by performances by 25 corps from throughout the northeast\, featuring the US Army’s “Old Guard” Fife & Drum Corps\, the presidential ceremonial honor guard from Washington\, DC. There will also be craft vendors\, as well as a food court and beer garden.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fifes-and-drums-2/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fifes and Drums
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New England’s revolutionary heritage as historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn hosts a Colonial Faire and Muster of Fife & Drums. From military drills to contradancing\, cooking and blacksmithing to 18th century children’s games\, engage with living history reenactors demonstrating life in MA circa 1775. The air will be filled with the music that helped inspire the birth of a nation\, as the grand parade steps off at 12:00. This will be followed by performances by 25 corps from throughout the northeast\, featuring the US Army’s “Old Guard” Fife & Drum Corps\, the presidential ceremonial honor guard from Washington\, DC. There will also be craft vendors\, as well as a food court and beer garden.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fifes-and-drums-3/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fyfe & Drum
DESCRIPTION:● Sudbury 250 sponsors the Colonial Faire and Muster of Fyfe & Drum with living history demonstrations of life in colonial New England.\n● Join us on the grounds of the historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn for a full day of music\, muskets\, history\, and fun.\n● 10 AM The Faire opens with a Colonial encampment\, militia and crafts demonstrations\, and contradancing. We expect dozens of colonial and craft vendors and 25 fife and drum corps from across New England and New York. Food is available on the field.\n● 12 PM The Grand Parade of fifes and drums will begin promptly at noon and will be followed directly by a performance by each of the corps attending. The muster is a celebration rather than a competition: The corps are appearing by invitation and attend to share their music and friendship. \nThe Sudbury 250 Committee cordially invites Sudbury residents of all ages to our fall 2025 programs. The events are uniquely Sudbury and deeply rooted in the American Revolution. Each fun and festive program is FREE to the public and offers valuable insight into our nation’s history.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fyfe-drum/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
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SUMMARY:Presidential Pets Party
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a day full of activities for the whole family\, all pet-themed and all fun! \n-Try out pet-inspired maker activities\n-Discover which historical White House pet best matches your personality\n-Make a wearable mask of your animal pet\n-Attend a pet-centered State Dinner\nand more! \nPlease note: We love your pets\, but only service animals allowed. \nAll activities are free with paid admission. Youths ages 17 and under are free. Multiple additional discount options are always available\, including student\, military\, senior\, and EBT. \nGetting to the JFK Library\nParking is free at the JFK Library. \nA Paul Revere shuttle bus will be running from the JFK/UMass MBTA stop on the Red Line to the JFK Library. \nSensory Flexibility\nAdaptive maker activities and a Flexible Calming Space will be available for anyone who needs a break at any time. This is an inclusive program and people both with and without disabilities are always welcomed. \nSecurity\nTo make your experience safe and enjoyable\, the JFK Library takes the safety and security of all guests\, staff\, and visitors seriously. Upon entry to this federal building\, all visitors must pass through a security check with a metal detector. All bags will be searched by Security Officers upon entry. See our FAQ for more details.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/presidential-pets-party/
LOCATION:John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum":MAILTO:kennedy.programs@jfklfoundation.org
GEO:42.3130539;-71.0332151
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T210000
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CREATED:20250911T181819Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic & Latinx Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Hispanic & Latinx Festival is one of Lowell’s most vibrant cultural celebrations\, bringing together more than 15\,000 attendees this year. In just four years\, the festival has become a cornerstone community event\, showcasing the rich traditions\, music\, food\, art\, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latinx community in the region. \nOrganized by the Latinx Community Center for Empowerment (LCCE)\, the festival is free and open to the public\, offering live performances\, cultural presentations\, artisan and food vendors\, and family-friendly activities. It serves as both a celebration of heritage and an opportunity to connect communities\, strengthen civic engagement\, and promote equity and inclusion across Lowell and beyond.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/hispanic-latinx-festival/
LOCATION:BoardingHousePark\, French Street 40\, Lowell\, MA\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Culinary,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="LatinxCenter":MAILTO:hispanicfest@latinxcenter.org
GEO:42.6478331;-71.309043
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