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SUMMARY:Bedford Artisans Market - Indoor and Outdoor!
DESCRIPTION:This year the Cultural District\, the Gallery@First Parish\, and Suzanne & Co. are teaming up to expand the Artisans Market to two locations at the Town Common! \nIndoor Artisans Market\nThe fourth annual Indoor Artisans Market will be open to the public from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday in the Common Room and second-floor galleries at First Parish\, 75 Great Road (entrance on Elm Street). Shop the wonderful creations from 25 vendors selling unique\, handmade\, giftable items. The joyful sounds of the First Parish choir will fill the church entryway from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. and young Suzuki Method violinists\, under the direction of Carlough Faulkner-Carroll\, will play a selection of holiday favorites from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. \nChildren’s Fair\nDownstairs at First Parish\, children can get in on the shopping at the popular Children’s Fair from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. The fair will offer kids free donated items to gift to others\, complimentary gift wrapping\, and materials for creative cardmaking for seniors. \nOutdoor Artisans Market\nSuzanne & Co. and the Bedford Cultural District have teamed up this year to introduce the Outdoor Artisans Market which will be open from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on both Saturday\, December 6\, and Sunday\, December 7 from 2-6pm. Shop an additional 20 vendors offering one-of-a-kind crafts plus food and drink under a big\, heated tent. Browsers will be treated to festive music and a chance to win one of the decorated wreaths. \nWreath Decorating Contest / Raffle\nPurchase Raffle tickets to vote for your favorite decorated wreath and you might get to take home a prize to proudly display on your front door. Proceeds will benefit the Bedford Food Pantry and Bedford Santa organizations. \nTree Lighting and Visit by the Jolly Man in Red\nThe Holiday Artisans Market and Children’s Fair are just part of the town’s Holiday Kickoff. Capping the events on the Common will be the Annual Tree Lighting featuring a Visit by Santa at 5:00 p.m. Hot chocolate will be available from the First Parish front steps and behind the Fire Station.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/bedford-artisans-market-indoor-and-outdoor/
LOCATION:Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road\, 75 Great Road\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bedford Summer Biergarten
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Bedford is looking forward to welcoming the community and our neighbors to the Bedford Summer Biergarten on Saturday\, August 9th from noon-4:00pm. This free\, family-friendly event will feature a German-inspired biergarten on the historic Town Common with two craft breweries\, food trucks\, live music\, and lawn games. \nCraft Breweries:\nModest Roots Brewing\nIdle Hands Craft Ales \nFood Trucks and Food Vendors:\nGolden Grillz BBQ Food Truck\nAugusta’s Chicken on the Road / Cluck Truck\nEggroll Cafe Food Truck\nExpress Pizza\nKona Shaved Ice Truck\nBedford Cupcakes \nMusic Performance By:\nJumpin’ Juba playing blues-based roots-rock and classic rock for your listening and dancing pleasure. The group features Steve Hurl on electric finger-style and slide guitar plus vocals\, Jim Gildeaz on bass and Brian Flan on drums. (for a preview or to learn more visit www.stevehurl.com) \nWhat to Bring\nLawn / camp chairs\, blankets\, and leashed\, well-behaved dogs are welcome. Families are welcome\, but only 21+ will receive a wristband. Minors under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nWhat to Leave at Home\nPlease leave bags at home. We’re requesting that only bags that are necessary for family care\, etc. be brought to the event. Any bags at the entry gate will be checked / searched before entry. Please don’t bring outside food or drinks – we have some great food trucks coming! \nID’s will be checked at the entrances and attendees that are 21+ will receive a wristband with 3 drink purchase tickets. A ticket will be removed with each beer purchase. When food is purchased\, the 3rd ticket will be stamped/punched so that it can be used to make a third beer purchase. All beer must be kept and consumed within the fenced barrier of the Biergarten area (front part of the Common). \nHow to Get There\, Where to Park\nBiking and walking to the festival is encouraged (there are bike racks at the Town Common and nearby vicinity). Please note that Elm Street will be closed starting on Thursday to ensure access for pedestrians and food trucks. If driving to the event\, vehicles are encouraged to park at the Town Municipal Parking Lots at 10 Mudge Way\, the High School\, or John Glenn Middle School\, and walk over to the Common. \nThe event will happen rain or shine\, but in case of severe weather\, check the Town of Bedford website for updates: http://www.bedfordma.gov. \nLocation: Bedford Town Common\, 75A Great Road\, Bedford\, MA\nEntrances to the Biergarten will be on Elm Street and at the corner of Elm and Great Road.\nAdmission: Free to the Public\, Ages 21+ and parent/guardian-accompanied minors\nFree Public Parking at Bedford Town Hall\, 10 Mudge Way\, Bedford\, MA
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LOCATION:Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road\, 75 Great Road\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pole Capping Day - Patriots Day Reenactment of a Colonial Protest in Bedford
DESCRIPTION:The Opening battles of the American Revolution took place in Lexington in Concord on April 19th\, 1775. This is the 250th anniversary of this monumental event. Before any shots were fired\, so many events led up to the actual conflict to start the revolution. Cities and towns across New England were gearing up for what was to come. \nOne act of defiance\, (which dates back to Roman times)\, was to place a red cap on a pole. This simple act of Pole Capping was a provocative move. \nOne tradition in Bedford that started back in 1965 was reenacting this show of defiance with their annual Pole Capping event. Reenactors in colonial costumes for both the Colonists as well the Red Coats march from the Bedford Common to Willson Park march to defy the British and climb a pole to lodge their grievances. \nMinuteman reenactors from throughout the region come to Bedford to participate in this event that is kicked off with a festive parade from the Town Common. \nPole Capping Day is considered the start of the Patriots Day celebration in the region. Along with the event there is the traditional Pancake breakfast and other activities. While you’re here\, you can also visit the Bedford Historical Society’s exhibit on its opening day: \nThe Bedford Historical Society will also open their exhibit\, “Bedford Answers the Call.”\nBedford Town responded to the urgent alarm spread through Eastern Massachusetts on the night of April 18\, 1775. They were one of the five towns involved in the exchange of fire at the North Bridge. To commemorate the 250 th anniversary of that day\, the Bedford Historical Society is mounting an exhibition entitled “Bedford Answers the Call.” It will open on Pole Capping Day\, April 12\, 2025\, and remain until January\, 2026\, highlighting Bedford’s participation in the first moments of the American Revolution. Visit the Bedford Historical Society at 16 South Road\, rear door. Call for hours at 781-275-7276. \nThe exhibition is free.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/pole-capping-day-patriots-day-reenactment-of-a-colonial-protest-in-bedford/
LOCATION:Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road\, 75 Great Road\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bedford Holiday Kick-off Featuring Artisan's Market and More!
DESCRIPTION:The Bedford community will welcome the holidays on Saturday\, December 7\, as the town celebrates the annual tree lighting and Santa’s arrival on the Common at 5:00 p.m. In conjunction with that breathtaking event\, an Artisans Market\, co-sponsored by the Bedford Cultural District and First Parish\, will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the church\, located at 75 Great Road. More than 25 creative vendors will sell original\, giftable art and crafts across two floors of display space. \nOutdoors that day\, establishments will open their doors to spread good cheer\, and the little ones can enjoy a Winter Walkabout with a Holiday Storybook Trail. Also on the merry itinerary is a Kids’ Free Holiday Market downstairs at First Parish. \nHere’s the road map to an afternoon of fun: \nWinter Walkabout\, 2:00–6:00 p.m \nVarious local institutions will put out their welcome mats and offer refreshments and holiday cheer. The Bedford Historical Society will be selling giftable Bedford memorabilia and books. Visitors will find warmup stations at these locations: \nBarrett Sotheby’s\nFire Station\nArtisans Market\nBedford Historical Society\nBri Bragon Salon\nWearOvers\nBrown & Brown\nSuzanne & Company\nKen’s NY Deli\nBody Temple Massage \nDrop in and savor the fun! \nHoliday Storybook Trail Along Great Road\, 2:00–6:00 p.m.\, Continuing Sunday\, December 8 \nA downtown Holiday Storybook Trail will trace the tale of The Best Gift for Bear by Jennnifer Bell. The trail will start at the Bedford Free Public Library\, 7 Mudge Way\, and end at the Artisans Market at First Parish. \nKids’ Free Holiday Market at First Parish\, 2:00–5:00 p.m. \nA don’t-miss stop for children will be the Kids’ Free Holiday Market downstairs at First Parish\, 2:00–5:00 p.m. \nThe event promises a world of fun to wide-eyed young visitors. From 2:00 to 3:30\, kids (assisted by volunteer elves) can select and wrap free presents for gifting to their grownups. Childcare is available at this time\, allowing parents to shop upstairs at the Artisans Market. From 3:30 to 4:30\, adults may assist their kids in shopping\, and from 4:30 to 5:00 the children’s gift area will be open for sensory-sensitive kids to shop in a way that is comfortable for them. \n* * * * * * * * * *\nFor further information on these events\, visit the website of the Bedford Cultural District\, www.bedfordma.gov/culturaldistrict.
URL:https://legacy.merrimackvalley.org/event/bedford-holiday-kick-off-featuring-artisans-market-and-more/
LOCATION:Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road\, 75 Great Road\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bedford Cultural District Music Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bedford Cultural District Partnership (BCDP) will be holding a Music & Arts Festival 2024 on Saturday\, June 15th\, on the Bedford Common (75 Great Road).\nEntertainment\, education\, and fun for all ages. Features diverse musical groups performing during the day\, interactive art projects\, open houses\, local community booths\, activities for kids and adults\, and artisans selling or demonstrating their crafts.
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