Events INSIDER: July 8-16, 2013

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Giveaways & Features
Win: 2 Water Park Days w/ Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton has a hotel in Danvers with an indoor water park. I’ve been and it’s fantastic — especially in the winter! Now I’m giving away two family passes (4 people) to the water park on two days, and a hotel room. Great for out-of-town guests. To win email johnny@eventsinsider.com. Please RT! Win: 2 Water Park Days w/ HotelDoubleTree by Hilton Danvers, MA, .
Win: Fiddler on the Roof
This 9 Tony awards winner show will make you laugh, cry and have a great time. 7:30pm I have 2 pairs of tickets for the 7/12 show. Email me at johnny@eventsinsider.com for a chance to win! Win: Fiddler on the RoofReagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston Waltham, MA, –.
Win: Beatlejuice in Rock and Blues Cruise
Have fun on a cruise, with live entertainment. This time, it’s a tribute to the Beatles! 3pm I have 4 tickets to this. Email me at johnny@eventsinsider.com for a chance to win! Win: Beatlejuice in Rock and Blues Cruise Boston, MA, .
Win: Wizard of Oz
7:30pm. I have two pairs of tickets to give away for the 7/17 show. Email johnny@eventsinsider.com to win! Win: Wizard of OzNorth Shore Music Theatre Beverly, MA, –.
Win: Greg Alexander’s Concert at the Majestic Theatre
Join Greg Alexander and enjoy his acoustic folk rock concert. 7:30pm I have a pair of tickets. Email me at johnny@eventsinsider.com for a chance to win! Win: Greg Alexander's Concert at the Majestic TheatreThe Majestic Theatre West Springfield, MA, .
Outdoor concerts!
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Johnny’s Picks
Salsa at City Hall
I bet Salsa dancing is the most ‘spicy’ style out there. Learn a few moves, and have fun with your friends. 5:30pm. Salsa at City HallBoston City Hall Plaza Boston, MA, .
Cambridge Discovery Days
This event boasts free tours, military drills, re-enactments and live music. Visit the Longfellow House and Longfellow Park to enjoy the activities. Cambridge Discovery DaysVarious Locations Cambridge, MA, –.
Micro Mini Car Day at Larz Anderson Museum
You simply must go to the Larz Anderson auto museum at some point. Why not this weekend and see tiny clown sized cars? 1-4pm. Micro Mini Car Day at Larz Anderson Museum Brookline, MA, .
Vintage Baseball Tournament
Watch a Civil War-era baseball game with original rules and uniforms. That is to say, baseball uniforms, not Civil War uniforms. 12pm. Vintage Baseball TournamentFort Warren Georges Island, MA, .
Fighting for Film
The museum is turning into an action movie set! How fun! 1pm. Fighting for Film Somerville, MA, .
Furry Monsters 101
Like me, do you make a cute pouty face when only the small kids get to hunt Easter eggs? Here’s a puppet workshop for adults! Furry Monsters 101Puppet Showplace Theatre Brookline, MA, –.
A Morning with the Alcotts
It’s not all about Independence Day. Here’s a re-enactment of the family of a famous New England author. 9:30am Repeats on 7/25, 8/13 and 8/22. A Morning with the AlcottsLouisa May Alcott’s Orchard House Concord, MA, .
Wings & Wheels: Cruise-In/Fly-In to Minute Man Air Field
Ok, this one has planes and specialty cars… it’s a no brainer! But hey, there will be wood-fired pizza too. Every Thursday 5pm. Wings & Wheels: Cruise-In/Fly-In to Minute Man Air FieldMinuteman Airfield Stow, MA, –.
Canoe and Dinner on the Charles
We’re not talking a ham sandwich here… They actually cater this event! Nice. 6pm. Canoe and Dinner on the CharlesBroadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, .
Town Meeting Re-Enactment from 1774
The Minute Man Historical Park also runs tons of re-enactments, including this town meeting you get to participate in and speak up! 1:30pm and repeats at 3pm. Town Meeting Re-Enactment from 1774Minute Man National Historical Park Concord, MA, .
Glover’s Regiment Annual Summer Encampment
Come to this event and dress like a mid-18th century person. If you don’t have a full costume, you can borrow some stuff for the day! Glover's Regiment Annual Summer EncampmentFort Sewall Marblehead, MA, –.
Military History Day
I’ve seen this one! Re-enactors come and show off real WWII vehicles including a ‘duck’ (an amphibious truck) and weapons. A D-Day Veteran will share stories and there will be period songs. The Wenham is an amazing example of a world-class museum in the middle of ‘nowhere’ and this is one of VERY few World War II re-enactments in New England. A true gem. 10am-3:30pm. Military History DayWenham Museum Wenham, MA, .
Connecticut River Valley Astronomers Conjunction
This is one of the two big Massachusetts astronomer gatherings. During the day, hear lectures and look safely at solar spots. During the night, see the stars under guidance by hobbyists and pros. Connecticut River Valley Astronomers ConjunctionNorthfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center Northfield, MA, –.
Newport Kite Festival
While you’re there, check this out. The best thing about Kite Festivals is trying it yourself and getting advice from experts! The secret is that cheap toy store kites are harder to fly. Once I accidentally whacked a kid with a kite at this event, but kites don’t weigh anything, so he just waved at me, and his mom wasn’t a lawyer. Newport Kite FestivalBrenton Point State Park, Ocean Drive Newport, RI, –.
Whaling City Festival
You’ll find racing pigs at this festival. Also laser tag, live music, tasty food and carnival rides. There will be a craft market as well, in case you’re interested. Whaling City FestivalButtonwood Park New Bedford, MA, –.
Astronomical Society SNE BBQ
This BBQ will let you share with people who are crazy abut astronomy. You might as well bring your telescope! 7pm. Astronomical Society SNE BBQLocust St at Bay State Rd Rehoboth, MA, .
Viking Adventure at the Higgins Armory
Yes, it’s Viking Day! They will have a sword fighting training session, which is super cool, just like Vikings! 10am-12pm. Viking Adventure at the Higgins ArmoryHiggins Armory Worcester, MA, .
Outdoor Theatre!
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Outdoor movies!
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Also Fun
Museum Free Fun Fridays
A number of local museums and destinations offer free admission, thanks to Highland Street! Every Friday in July and August. Museum Free Fun FridaysAll Over All Over, , –.
Kayaking at Spectacle Island
Join one of the free guided tours departing from the island. It’s relaxing and fun! Mon, Tue from 7/8/13 – 8/29/13. Kayaking at Spectacle Island Boston, MA, –.
Summer in the City Family shows
The City of Cambridge offers a wide array of FREE, multicultural, interactive arts programs, performances, and activities both day and night. Tu and Th at 10am. Summer in the City Family showsVarious Locations Cambridge, MA, –.
French Film Festival
Oh la la! At this festival you will find films that are in French, with le subtitles, of course. French Film FestivalMuseum of Fine Arts Boston, MA, –.
Iftars Around the World
Enjoy food, music, dance and other aspects of multiple cultures, one day at a time! 7/11 African Iftar, 7/16 European Iftar, 7/18 Asian Iftar, 7/23 Interfaith Iftar, 7/25 Art of Giving Iftar, 7/30 All-American Iftar All at 8pm. Iftars Around the WorldAIC Center, 38 Newbury Street, Suite 702 Boston, MA, –.
Taste of Cambridge
Taste dishes from Cambridge best restaurants. It’s for charity, and features live music, DJs and entertainment too! 5:30pm. Taste of CambridgeUniversity Park & Sidney Street Cambridge, MA, .
The McNeil Voice Studio Showcase
This is Maria McNeil’s private students first summer recital. Enjoy both original songs and covers, performed by talented young people. 9pm. The McNeil Voice Studio Showcase Somerville, MA, .
Astronomy After Hours
Stay late at the museum, and enjoy the show that millions of stars put together. Every Friday until 11/22. Astronomy After HoursMuseum of Science Boston, MA, –.
Bastille Day Party and Dance in Boston
I was disappointed by this, even though the French Consulate runs it. It comes with live music but not much else, and because of alcohol laws they block off their street page with a tall chain link fence. Why celebrate freedom in a giant crowded cage? How about losing the alcohol and just having a street party? Mais, non! Sacre bleu! Mon Dieu! That wouldn’t be French. Bastille Day Party and Dance in BostonFrench Cultural Center, Marlborough St Boston, MA, .
Boston Harbor Swim
A 22-mile swim? Riiiiiiiiight. I’ll sit this one out. Just go watch. Boston Harbor SwimBoston Harbor Boston, MA, .
Hammered Dulcimer Concert
This performance by Dave Neiman features the songs that Paul Revere and his family might have liked. 1pm. Hammered Dulcimer ConcertPaul Revere House Boston, MA, .
Outside the Box Festival
This event sure has a lot to offer. Events are divided by categories, including dance, music, culinary, interactive and some others. Outside the Box FestivalVarious locations Boston, MA, –.
Charles River Community Swim
They’re letting people swim again in Charles River! Don’t miss this one! 10am. Charles River Community SwimFiedler Head Dock Boston, MA, .
WGBH FunFest 2013
What do we have here? Live performances, ice-cream, inflatable rides and interactive games. OK, sounds like fun! 11am. WGBH FunFest 2013WGBH Studios Boston, MA, .
Enrichment Day at Franklin Park Zoo!
There’s a reason why animals at the zoo have human toys to play with. Experts at Franklin Park Zoo will tell you all about it. Enrichment Day at Franklin Park Zoo!Franklin Park Zoo, One Franklin Park Road Boston, MA, .
Circle The City
Walk or bike around town. This year there’s also dancing. July and September. Circle The CityHuntington Avenue Boston, MA, .
Bastille Day Festivities in Harvard Square
I prefer this block party! Live music, then a DJ. Last year they added a beer garden. Bleah. Getting buzzed is hardly your best creative self-expression. 5-10pm. Bastille Day Festivities in Harvard SquareHolyoke Street Cambridge, MA, .
Washington Arrives in Cambridge
It’s July 1775, and George Washington is about to arrive to his HQs in Cambridge. Witness this historical moment. Washington Arrives in CambridgeLongfellow House Cambridge, MA, .
Frisbee Fest
Watch a Frisbee world champion perform. This event is ASL interpreted. 11am. Frisbee FestBoston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress St., Boston, MA, .
Ice Cream and…Frogs
Come to Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary for some ice-cream, maybe you can share with the frogs that live there! 7:30pm. Ice Cream and...FrogsBroadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, .
Thoreau Society Annual Gathering
Robert D. Richardson is the featured keynote speaker at this weekend for people who like Thoreau way too much. Concord Sonata presenting on 7/12, for $20 USD as well. Thoreau Society Annual GatheringVarious locations Concord, MA, –.
Play in the Park
Let’s make some art! How about using a tree branch, or a bunch of leaves to create an sculpture? It’s up to you! Play in the ParkdeCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Road Lincoln, MA, .
Mrs. Hawthorne and Mrs. Longfellow
This dramatic reading celebrates the lives of Sophia Peabody Hawthorne and Fanny Appleton Longfellow, both wives to famous writers. 5:30pm. Mrs. Hawthorne and Mrs. LongfellowButtrick Garden Concord, MA, .
Chaos, Cosmos, and the Oversoul The Influence of Transcendental Philosophy on the Life and Writing of Louisa May Alcott
Different presenters will discuss the things that influenced Louisa May Alcott’s life. Not super fun, but really interesting. Chaos, Cosmos, and the Oversoul The Influence of Transcendental Philosophy on the Life and Writing of Louisa May AlcottLouisa May Alcott’s Orchard House Concord, MA, –.
Moments of Play – 10-Minute Play Festival
All plays at this festival will go straight to the point, for they only have 10 minutes to perform. Sounds fun! 2013:We-Fr 7:30pm, Sat, Su 5pm. Moments of Play - 10-Minute Play FestivalSalem Theatre Company Salem, MA, –.
Kylie and Mark’s Comedy Why Not
This is a stand-up comedy and live music show. Sounds like fun! 8:30pm Tickets are $10. Kylie and Mark's Comedy Why NotCinema Salem Salem, MA, .
Party on the Block
There should be more summer events like this one! Food, music and friendly people meeting on the streets! Repeats on 8/3. Party on the BlockCabot Street Beverly, MA, .
Star Wars Night with the Lowell Spinners
Star Wars characters will be present at this baseball game. (Lowell Spinners VS Jamestown Jammers).5pm. Star Wars Night with the Lowell Spinners Lowell, MA, .
Lowell Jazz Day Camp
OK, this one is $999 but it’s 11 days of music and fun. 9-4pm. Lowell Jazz Day CampThe Space Lowell, MA, –.
Greek Festival and Clambake at Ipswich
Taste great Greek food, and then some more. Dance and play at this festival. Did I mention Greek food? Greek Festival and Clambake at Ipswich Ipswich, MA, –.
Summer Jazz Concert Series
Rebecca Parris is opening the festival with a powerful Jazz concert. Check their website for a full schedule of concerts, 7:30pm. Summer Jazz Concert SeriesUnitarian-Universalist Church Marblehead, MA, –.
Family, Fire & Fur
They claim this is the largest native American structure, and they will be sharing stories inside of it! Saturdays at 9am. Family, Fire & Fur Plymouth, MA, –.
Plymouth Harbor Folk Festival
While you’re in Plymouth, this free music festival might be worth a look. 10am. Plymouth Harbor Folk FestivalPilgrim Memorial Park, Water Street Plymouth, MA, .
AHA Art & Culture Night
A bunch of fun activities, all together in Downtown New Bedford. Enjoy live music, games, art shows and much more. AHA Art & Culture NightDowntown New Bedford, MA, .
North Attelboro Kids Day
Enjoy the fun rides by Fiesta Shows, with unlimited rides special. Daily at noon, with fireworks! North Attelboro Kids DayMason Field, Elm St. North Attleboro, MA, –.
Green Animals Children’s Party
I’ve been to this location, which is smaller than you might hope for. But they really do have shrubs shaped like animals, and do you NEED an excuse to visit Newport’s mansions, beaches, and cliffwalk? 4pm. Green Animals Children's PartyGreen Animals Topiary Garden Portsmouth, RI, .
Make Your Own shield
How Cool! You get to make your own shield, for 5 bucks, that is. Every day at 10am. Make Your Own shieldHiggins Armory Worcester, MA, –.
Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
This indoor / outdoor festival draws the best dance performances from around the world. This one will stay around all summer so it’s more like a venue’s performance season. Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Becket, MA, –.
Creatures of Bliss and Mystery: a 19th Century Children’s Circus
This small circus event is less about Emily Dickinson and more about old-timey entertainment. It’s for kids, but there will be juggling demonstrations and workshops adults might enjoy. 1-4pm. Creatures of Bliss and Mystery: a 19th Century Children's CircusEmily Dickinson Museum Amherst, MA, .
Berkshires Arts Festival
OK, it’s true that they will try to sell you stuff, but you also get to experience great live performances and even a puppetry show! Berkshires Arts FestivalSki Butternut Great Barrington, MA, –.
Berkshire Choral Festival
A choral singing event. So, go and sing, if you have $200 to spare. Berkshire Choral FestivalBerkshire School Sheffield, MA, –.
Bear Week
It’s a week dedicated to the ‘bear’ community. Don’t stop the party! Bear WeekVarious Locations Provincetown, MA, –.
Bear Boat Cruise
The ticket is $30. They promise this will be a fun and magical night. Bear Boat CruiseMacMillan Pier Provincetown, MA, .
Free Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven
Free Slurpees, anyone? Dance and get your reward! 7/11 11am to 7pm. Free Slurpee Day at 7-ElevenAll Over All Over, , .
Independence Day: Lowell
Groton, MA
Fireworks 9:30pm. Groton, MATown Field Groton, MA, .
Independence Day: Worcester
Clinton, MA
fireworks 9pm. Clinton, MAHigh School & Middle School Clinton, MA, .
Performance
Paper City Phoenix
Paper City Phoenix is a comedy running from 7/12 to 7/27 that explores the way we connect, when we’re always connected. Click to read our review (to come). Review: Paper City PhoenixBoston Playwrights Theater Boston, MA, –.
Providence Improv Fest
There’s comedy in Providence this week too. Check out the schedule for both improv performances and classes. 7/11-7/13, 7/18-7/20. Providence Improv FestVarious Locations Providence, RI, –.
Big Band Concert – Blue Skies Big Band
You can dance or just listen to Blue Skies Big Band tunes. Oh, there will be free dancing lessons too! 5:30pm. Big Band Concert - Blue Skies Big BandSpringfield Armory NHS Grounds Springfield, MA, .
Travel
Providence Restaurant Weeks
Taste the best of Providence. It’s another round of Restaurants Week! Providence Restaurant WeeksVarious Locations Providence, RI, –.
Annual RI Philharmonic Concert on the Beach
This is what summer is all about! Enjoy the concert! 7pm. Annual RI Philharmonic Concert on the BeachNorth Beach Clubhouse Narragansett, RI, .
Newport Music Festival
This festival continues with the tradition of presenting unique chamber music programs, American debuts, world-class artists and special events. Newport Music FestivalVarious locations Newport, RI, –.
Wickford Arts Festival
Another arts show… but apparently, this one cuts the middlemen and has many artists selling their work. Not bad! Wickford Arts FestivalAll over North Kingstown, RI, –.
Ride in a WWII Vehicle on Family Day
Tanks? Thanks! This is seriously more MY kind of car show! 11am. Ride in a WWII Vehicle on Family DayWright Museum Wolfeboro, NH, .
Yankee Ultralight Flyers Fly-In
Fasten your seatbelt! It’s a day enjoying Ultralight Flyers…with lots of friendly people. Open to the public from 7/4-7/7.. Yankee Ultralight Flyers Fly-InSandersons Field Greenland, NH, –.
The Powwow is Coming!
Get in the Powwow spirit and come learn about this fun event. Then, attend the big event on 7/13. 9am. The Powwow is Coming! Warner, NH, .
Family Night at the Summit
How about eating while being on top of the world? This comes really close. 5:30pm. Family Night at the SummitSummit of Mount Sunapee Newbury, NH, .
Woodstock’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
Woodstock is turning 250! Drop by and celebrate with ice cream, talent shows and much more! Woodstock's 250th Anniversary CelebrationVarious Locations Woodstock, NH, –.
The Androscoggin Source to the Sea Trek
Join other paddling enthusiasts on this not-so-short trip. There are many joining points. Hit their link to learn more! The Androscoggin Source to the Sea TrekUmbagog National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters Errol, NH, –.
Warren Old Home Days
So there will be 2 days of fireworks and a parade in Warren. If you’re around, go to this festival! Warren Old Home DaysATV Club Warren, NH, –.
Monster Mud Run
Let’s do this quick, it’s 5K of obstacles and fun challenges for the people participating. 8am. Monster Mud Run Lincoln, NH, .
Model T Day at The Ice House Museum
So why does this one have skis? See real old-timey Model T Fords! 9am-1pm. Model T Day at The Ice House MuseumIce House Museum New London, NH, .
Artists Weekend at the Fells
Gardens. Painters. Painters painting gardens. Visitors. Painters. Visitors watching painters. Painters painting the visitors watching painters. And of course you can buy art and there’s a free reception at 3pm Sunday. Artists Weekend at the Fells Newbury, NH, –.
Annual Dog Day at Settlers’ Green
A full day dedicated to dogs. There’s going to be a kissing booth, but I’m not sure which kind. 11am. Annual Dog Day at Settlers' GreenSettlers’ Green Outlet Village, Route 16 North Conway, NH, .
Lost River Gorge Evening Lantern Tour
See Lost River under a new light, the light of lanterns. This nigh tour ends with a gathering around the campfire. At dusk. Reservations required. Lost River Gorge Evening Lantern Tour North Woodstock, NH, .
Powwow at Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum
This festival offers drumming, dance, performance, and kid’s crafts. It’s small, like, it’s really small — I’ve been. But smaller festivals often have more spirit and are more fun. If you happen to be in New Hampshire, stop by. Pow wows are awesome. Powwow at Mt. Kearsarge Indian MuseumMt. Kearsarge Indian Museum Warner, NH, –.
Conference on Poetry at The Frost Place
Become a better poet for $145 a day, or $1,450 for the whole thing. WHAT? Registration required. Conference on Poetry at The Frost PlaceThe Frost Place Franconia, NH, –.
Family Fun Day in the White Mountains
It’s a fun family day, but they don’t say what you can do in there. Well, I guess mountains are fun by themselves, anyways. Family Fun Day in the White MountainsLoon Mountain Lincoln, NH, .
ConnectiCon
This geeky convention features anime, gaming, web comics, science fiction fantasy, and much more. This year, the voice of Winnie the Pooh will be attending. ConnectiConConnecticut Convention Center, Columbus Blvd Hartford, CT, –.
Sailfest w/ Fireworks
This festival features boat rides, live entertainment, tasty food and even fireworks. Most of it it’s free! Sailfest w/ Fireworks New London, CT, –.
Berry Fest at Lyman Orchards
Enjoy live music, games, hay-rides and much more. Of course, there will be berries for you to harvest. 10am. Berry Fest at Lyman Orchards Middlefield, CT, .
Putnam’s ‘Riverfire’
Putnam’s ‘Riverfire’ returns to Rotary Park for 3 amazing nights this summer! On 7/13 featuring ‘Diva al Fresco’. Putnam's 'Riverfire'Rotary Park Putnam, CT, –.
Poetry and Prose
Enjoy the work of different poets and writers, in an outdoorsy setup. Or register and share your work with others. 6:30pm. Poetry and ProseLitchfield Community Center Litchfield, CT, .
Straw Rocket Competition
This one sounds fun, but they don’t mention the time on the website. Straw Rocket CompetitionNew England Air Museum Windsor Locks, CT, –.
Maine International Film Festival
More than 100 films, during 10 days. It seems you also get the chance to meet some of the director and actors. Maine International Film FestivalVarious Locations Waterville, ME, –.
SUMMERFEST
Enjoy summer at East Millinocket. They have prepared cool events like a Halloween parade and the Firemen Hose Down. SUMMERFESTOpal Myrick Park East Millinocket, ME, –.
Great Northeastern War – Medievial Re-enactment
This medieval war re-enactment is a 2.8 hr drive from Boston but it draws over 1,000 people a year. This is a SCA event, so it’s historically accurate, unlike most medieval/Renaissance faires. There will be classes in archery and fencing, live music, dancing, kids activities, and festival merriment. Sounds fantastic! Great Northeastern War - Medievial Re-enactmentHebron Pines Campground, Route 124N Hebron, ME, –.
Oquossoc Strawberry Festival
Hmm, sounds like a big yard sale, but who can say no to strawberries? 10am-3pm. Oquossoc Strawberry FestivalOquossoc Park Rangeley, ME, .
Ossipee Valley Fair
Oh yeah, it’s the Ossippe Valley fair, with farmer Olympics, watermelon seed spitting and car shows! Ossipee Valley Fair Hiram, ME, –.
Flamingo Festival!
This festival includes several eating events, and a Giant Water Slide! It’s summer, let’s enjoy it. Flamingo Festival!Harbor House Southwest Harbor, ME, –.
Moxie Festival
OK, they have fireworks, a parade, car shows, a powwow and a 5K race. And also, lots of Moxie. Moxie FestivalVarious Locations Lisbon, ME, –.
Boat Building Festival
Building your own boat, in 2 and a half days sounds like lots of fun! Boat Building Festival Portland, ME, –.
Western Maine Gem and Mineral Show
If you’re around Bethel, this might be a bit interesting. It seems it’s just a jewelry market. There’s a prize for attendees, valued at 1200 USD. Western Maine Gem and Mineral ShowCrescent Park School Bethel, ME, –.
July Evening Lantern Walk
Meet an 18Th century soldier on this nighttime historic tour. 8:30pm. Rain date next day. July Evening Lantern Walk New Harbor, ME, .
Scottish Tattoo
There’s a Scottish Festival happening! These are always great fun. Scottish TattooFort Knox State Park Prospect, ME, .
North Atlantic Blues Festival
Here’s one of those music festivals where you should drive up and stay the entire weekend. North Atlantic Blues FestivalPublic Landing 275 Main St. Rockland, ME, –.
Maine Antique Power Asociation Display
See old engines running all day long. Or go enjoy the boat races at the Town Dock. Maine Antique Power Asociation DisplayMosman Park Searsport, ME, .
Lobster Boat Races
Enjoy Maine’s version of NASCAR. Multiple races for you to watch. If anything else is going on, they don’t say on their website. Lobster Boat RacesSearsport Town Dock Searsport, ME, .
Sundays in the Garden: Salt River
Bring a blanket or a chair, relax and enjoy this outdoor concert. It’s summer! Sundays in the Garden: Salt RiverHamilton House South Berwick, ME, .
Central Maine Egg Festival
This festival offers carnival rides, live music, food, cooking contests and it even comes with an Egg-lympics! Central Maine Egg FestivalVarious Locations Pittsfield, ME, –.
Bullets and Bangades
This exhibit shows how hard it was for Maine soldiers to fight on distant battlefield. This looks highly interesting and informative. 10am. Bullets and BangadesThomas A Hill House, Union Street Bangor, ME, –.
Maine Potato Blossom Festival
Farmer Olympics are always fun to watch. I would not miss the fireworks and mashed potato wrestling. Parade on Sat 7/20 1pm. Maine Potato Blossom FestivalVarious Locations Fort Fairfield, ME, –.
Middlebury Festival on the Green
They’re claiming this is ‘Vermont’s Favorite Festival’. Could be, it’s free outdoor music! Middlebury Festival on the GreenThe Green Middlebury, VT, –.
Basin Bluegrass Festival
Where’s my banjo? Now this is a proper music fest: a massive, outdoor jam that takes over an entire park! Basin Bluegrass FestivalBasin Road Brandon, VT, –.
Stoweflake Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival
This Hot Air Balloon Fest seems like a good excuse to visit Vermont. Wait, do you even need an excuse? Stoweflake Annual Hot Air Balloon FestivalStoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa Stowe, VT, –.
Solarfest
This one is 90 workshops on green topics, plus live music and a festival atmosphere. I wonder if the concerts at night are solar powered. Solarfest Tinmouth, VT, –.
Old Fashioned Band Concert & Ice Cream Social
Bring a chair, or a blanket. Sit down and enjoy the ice cream and live music. That’s what summer is about! Old Fashioned Band Concert & Ice Cream SocialWoodstock History Center Woodstock, VT, .
French Heritage Days in Vermont
Wow! Meet old-timey French re-enactors, see fencing demonstrations, antique vehicles, old timey games, French Canadian fiddling and Indian storytelling… lots of cultural fun! 10am. French Heritage Days in VermontVergennes City Park Vergennes, VT, .
Dreamcatchers Workshop
Learn how to make Dreamcatchers, for $75, that is. Dreamcatchers WorkshopArtistree Woodstock, VT, .
Lake Champlain Challenge Race
This is a boat race, motor or hand powered. The course is 3 miles long. With museum ticket you also get access to the race. 9:30am. Lake Champlain Challenge RaceLake Champlain Maritime Museum Vergennes, VT, .
Vermont and the Civil War
Meet famous historian Howard Coffin, who will be addressing several aspects of Civil War. 3pm. Vermont and the Civil WarAmerican Precision Museum Windsor, VT, .
Outdoor Theatre & More
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Burlington Children’s ShowsBurlington, MA

Mondays 6:30pm on town common, Thursdays 1pm at Simonds Park.
Various, 781-270-1695. more
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Longfellow House Family SundaysCambridge, MA

Times vary, but they usually start at noon.
Longfellow House, 105 Brattle St, 617-876-4491. more
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Salsa in the ParkBoston, MA

Mon 6pm.
Blackstone Community Center more
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Free outdoor folk dancingLexington, MA

Tues: Copley Square 7:30-9:30pm; Sat: 8-10pm Harvard Square. Sat 7/13 Depot Square 7-9pm and Sun 8/4 2-4pm.
Various more
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Sunday Parkland GamesCambridge, MA

3:30-6pm.
The parklands along Memorial Drive near the Weeks Footbridge more
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Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA

3:30pm.
Memorial Drive at JFK Street more
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Jacob’s Pillow “Inside/Out” PerformancesBecket, MA

Outdoor performances by emerging and established dance companies in an open amphitheatre. 6:15pm.
358 George Carter Rd, 413-243-0745. more
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Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA

11:45am and 1:30pm.
Georges Island, 617-223-8666. more
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Free outdoor folk dancingBoston, MA

7:30pm.
Copley Square more
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Shakespeare on the CommonBoston, MA

This year it will be “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” Times vary, regularly between 7 and 8 pm.
Boston Common more
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Commonwealth Shakepeare (Boston Common)Boston, MA

The Two Gentlemen of Verona. 7/6, 7/8-7/12: 8pm; 7/7,21,28: 7pm. 8/14,15,17: 8:30pm, 8/18: 1pm 7/23-7/27: 8pm Plus 7/27 2pm.
Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common more
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Apollinaire in the Park presents: The Caucasian Chalk CircleChelsea, MA

7:30pm.
Mary O’Malley Park, Waterfront, 617-887-2336. more
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Concord PlayersConcord, MA

4pm. 1 hour version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Free.
Concord Free Public Library, 129 Main Street more
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Summer Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA

Tues&Thurs 10am.
Town Common more
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Theater on the Green & Family Concerts @ ReadingReading, MA

Kids theatre Wed, 3-4pm.
Bandstand at Memorial Park, 781-942-9075. more
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A Midsummer Night’s DreamBeverly, MA

4pm.
Beverly, Fall River, and Easton more
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Broadway on the BerkshiresLenox, MA

5pm.
Tina Packer Playhouse more
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WaterfireProvidence, RI

This is an spectacular water and fire event that lights up three rivers in Rhode Island (2/31 event is a bit smaller than the usual). shortly after sunset.
Providence Place, 401 751-1221. more
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Prescott Park Arts FestivalPortsmouth, NH

Thur/Sun 7:00 pm, Fri/SaT 8:00 pm & matinee shows.
Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848. more
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Theatre Under the StarsHaverhill, NH

All shows 6pm. Mon: Newbury, VT (Town Common, Chapel St.), Tue: Bethlehem, NH (Town Gazebo, Prospect Rd.), Wed: Manchester (Jewish Federation, 698 Beech St.), Thurs: Plymouth (Amphitheatre: 28 Greene St.), Fri/Sat: Waterville Valley (Gazebo Hill, Town Square), Sun: Littleton, NH (Farmers Market, 60 Riverglen Lane).
Various near Haverhill, NH more
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Summer Theatre Festival at Waveny ParkCanaan, CT

Different plays, all under an open air tent theatre. This year: South Pacific, Grease, The Little Mermaid, The Cat in the Hat and Pinkalicious! Call for exact dates/performances. Outdoors. Mostly 8pm, but some daytimes too.
Waveny Park, 203-966-4634. more
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Fireworks at Ocean Beach ParkNew London, CT

Different times.
more
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Fireworks In The SquareOld Orchard Beach, ME

Thursdays 9:45pm approx.
The Pier, 2 Old Orchard St more
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Shakespeare in the ParkKennebunk, ME

Thursdays-Fridays 7pm, Saturdays 2 and 7pm.
Lafayette Park, Storer St, 646-360-3260. more
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Momentum Theatre TroupeWoodstock, VT

2013:4pm.
United Universalist Church more
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Outdoor Movies
 Outdoor Movies – click map above to set region Mon 7/8 Tue 7/9 Wed 7/10 Thu 7/11 Fri 7/12 Sat 7/13 Sun 7/14 Mon 7/15
Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night MoviesBoston, MA

Time TBA.
Christopher Columbus Park, North End, 718-639-6002. more
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Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA

Performance at 7pm, then movie.
Various parks, 617-349-6200. more
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Neighborhood Night at the MoviesWoburn, MA

8pm.
Various parks more
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Family Flick NightsBraintree, MA

6-10:30pm.
French’s Common more
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WBZ Free Friday Flicks at the Hatch ShellBoston, MA

sunset.
47 David G Mugar Way, 617-787-7200. more
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Magic 106.7 Family Film FestivalBoston, MA

Just after sunset.
South garden at the Prudential Center more
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City of Somerville Annual Movie SeriesSomerville, MA

Just after sunset.
Various locations, 617-666-3311. more
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Summer in the City at the Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA

Dusk.
70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000. more
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Burlington Movies on the CommonBurlington, MA

Dusk.
more
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Movie Nights at the BeachRevere, MA

Thursdays (except 7/19), DJ 6 pm, movies at dusk.
Revere Beach, 781-286-8190. more
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Movies Under the StarsFalmouth, MA

Dusk.
Peg Noonan Park, Main Street, 508-540-7724, 508-487-3424. more
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Free Movie Mondays @ Museums on the GreenFalmouth, MA

Mondays 7 pm.
Museums on the Green more
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Sand Jam & Family Movie NightsFairfield, CT

Dance 6:30, movies begin at dark (8:30 approx.).
Jennings Beach more
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Friday Night Movies, Rocky HillRocky Hill, CT

6:30pm.
Veterans Memorial Amphitheater (Back of Elm Ridge Park) more
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Beach Blanket Movie at SunsetNew London, CT

Sunset.
more
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Summer Outdoor MoviesNorwalk, CT

6pm.
Shady Beach more
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Summer Concerts on the CommonNorwood, MA

7-9pm rain or shine.
Town Common more
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Summer Movie in the ParkHopkinton, NH

8:30pm or sundown.
Houston Park, 603-746-3170. more
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Movies in the ParkWolfeboro, NH

Dusk (rain date is Saturday).
Foss Field (On Soccer Field by Back Bay) more
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Movies in Prescott ParkPortsmouth, NH

dusk.
Prescott Park more
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Movies on the GreenNorth Conway, NH

7pm.
Settlers Green Outlet, Rt 16, 603-356-7031 x10. more more
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Monday Night Movies on the BeachHampton Beach, NH

dusk, dates to be confirmed.
near the playground more
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Dive-In MovieNashua, NH

8pm.
Centennial Pool / Crown Hill Pool more
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Salem Movie in the ParkSalem, MA

7-8:30pm.
Various parks more
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Eco-themed Free Film Series, EssexEssex, MA

Wednesday evenings, time TBA.
Cox Reservation, Greenbelt Association, 82 Eastern Avenue more
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Movies in the ParkGardner, MA

8pm. Rain date 7 days after.
Monument park, 978-632-1900. more
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Movie on the BeachWesterly, RI

6pm.
1 Bluff Ave, 401-584-7000. more
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Movies on the Roof DeckNewport, RI

8:30pm.
Vanderbilt Grace Hotel, 41 Mary St more
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Movies on the BlockProvidence, RI

Thursdays at dusk.
Westminster St at Union St more
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Movies on the beachWesterly, RI

Tuesdays 8:30pm.
Atlantic Beach Park, 401-596-7761 or 401-348-2597. more more
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Weymouth Summer Outdoor MoviesWeymouth, MA

6:30pm 8/22 Lane Beach.
Ralph Talbot Amphitheatre next to Town Hall, 781-682-6124. more
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Movies at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA

7pm.
Hingham Shipyard more
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Children’s Movie NightNorton, MA

Saturdays 7:30pm.
Winslow Farm, 37 Eddy Street more
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Movies with the StarsMansfield, MA

Times vary, check town website.
South Common more
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Movies in the ParkMarion, MA

Times vary between 7:45 and 8:45.
Island Wharf more
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Ben & Jerry’s Summer Movie FestivalWaterbury, VT

dusk.
1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, 802-862-9620. more
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Splash TheaterKillington, VT

7pm.
Johnson Recreation Center Pool more
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Outdoor Concerts
 Outdoor Music – click map above to set region Mon 7/8 Tue 7/9 Wed 7/10 Thu 7/11 Fri 7/12 Sat 7/13 Sun 7/14 Mon 7/15
Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA

12-2pm.
Downtown Crossing more
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Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA

12-1pm.
47 Palmer St. more
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Downtown Crossing Block PartiesBoston, MA

5-8pm.
Downtown Crossing more
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Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkBoston, MA

12-2pm.
Post Office Square, 617-482-2139. more
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Kendall Square Concert SeriesCambridge, MA

Thursdays at noon except 7/16, 8/6, 8/27 4:30 p.
300 Athenaeum Street, 617 577-7354. more
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Winthrop Summer ConcertsWinthrop, MA

7:30pm.
Ingleside Park, 617-846-8243. more
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Concerts in the Courtyard at Boston Public LibraryBoston, MA

Fridays 12:30pm.
Central Library in Copley Square, 617-536-5400. more
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Titus Sparrow Park Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Titus Sparrow Park, South End, 617-918-5289. more
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Special Live Concerts at Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA

Mondays to Thursdays: 6-10pm, Fridays 4:30pm.
Rowes Wharf, Boston Harbor Hotel more
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Boston Harbor Islands Jazz SundaysBoston, MA

Sundays 12pm & 1pm.
Spectacle Island more
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Berklee Jazz on Spectacle IslandBoston, MA

12pm – 1pm, check schedule.
Spectacle Island, 617-223-8108. more
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Burlington Summer ConcertsBurlington, MA

Tuesdays 6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at DedhamDedham, MA

7pm.
Endicott Estate Lawn, 781-329-9118. more
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MFA Concerts in the CourtyardBoston, MA

7:30pm.
Museum of Fine Arts, 617-369-3189. more
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Summer Music and Movies SeriesJamaica Plain, MA

6pm. except 7/28, 7:30 August location: Allerton Overlook, Olmsted Park, Brookline.
Pinebank, Jamaica Pond more
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Heritage Festivals / Dancing in the ParkNewton, MA

Sun 7-8:30pm, Wed 6:15-8pm dancing, music.
Various more
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Reading “Touch of Class” Family ConcertsReading, MA

Sun 6:30-8pm except 8/4: 6-7:30pm.
Town Hall Common more
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Emerald Necklace Conservancy Summer SundaysJamaica Plain, MA

6pm except 7/28 7:30pm.
more
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In Tune with MedfordMedford, MA

Tuesday 5:30pm.
City Hall Plaza, 781-396-5500. more
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ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood ConcertsBoston, MA

7pm. except 8/5, 5pm.
Various more
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Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA

Tuesdays 5:30pm.
Wright’s Pond more
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Summer Sunset Concert SeriesCanton, MA

tues 7-9pm.
The Village Shoppes Canton, 95 Washington St more
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Wrights Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA

Tuesdays 5:30pm.
Wrights Pond more
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Summer Concert Series at CantonCanton, MA

Wed 6:30pm.
Canton High School, 781-821-5030. more
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Brookline Summer Concert SeriesBrookline, MA

6pm.
Emerson Park more
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Summer Stroll Concert SeriesRoslindale, MA

Thursday 6pm.
Adams Park, Washington St, 617-635-3911. more
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Tito Puente Latin Music SeriesBoston, MA

7pm.
Various locations more more
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Gardner Museum Nights / After HoursBoston, MA

5pm.
280 The Fenway, 617-566-1401. more
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Zumix ConcertsBoston, MA

Piers Park 6pm, except 9/1: 3pm.
Piers Park or Bremen St. Park more
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Sunday Concert Series at RevereRevere, MA

6pm.
American Legion lawn, 281 Broadway more
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Music at the Manse Concert SeriesConcord, MA

2pm.
The Old Manse, 269 Monument Street, 978-369-3909. more
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Hudson Summer Concerts – Wood ParkHudson, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Wood Park, Park Street more
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Sundays in Coggshall ParkFitchburg, MA

Sundays 2pm.
Coggshall Park, 978/345-9550. more
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Hopkinton Concerts on the CommonHopkinton, MA

5pm.
Town Common more
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Concerts on the Common, FraminghamFramingham, MA

6:30pm.
Village Green at Framingham Center, 508-532-5960 ask for “Building Services”-. more
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Summer Concerts on the Common, NorwoodNorwood, MA

7pm.
Town Common, Washington St & Nahatan St more
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Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA

7:15pm.
Hastings Park Bandstand, Worthen Road at Old Mass Ave, 781-862-0500 x707. more
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Wellesley’s Free Concert SeriesWellesley, MA

7pm.
Town Hall Green more
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Summer Concerts at WellesleyWellesley, MA

7pm.
Town Hall Green, 781-235-2370. more
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Dover Summer Concert SeriesDover, MA

7pm.
Dover Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at SudburySudbury, MA

2013:7pm.
Haskell Field, 979-639-2356. more
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Town of Lincoln Summer ConcertsLincoln, MA

6pm.
, 781-259-0784. more
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Concerts on the CommonFitchburg, MA

6-8pm.
Upper Common more
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Art in the Parks, NeedhamNeedham, MA

Thursdays at 7pm Rain location: Needham High School.
Memorial Park, 781-455-7521. more
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Hudson Summer Concerts – Cellucci ParkHudson, MA

Thursdays 12pm.
Cellucci Park, 37 South Street more
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Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA

Fridays 6:30pm.
Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Ave., 781-862-2480-. more
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Concerts on the Common at BedfordBedford, MA

2-3pm.
Town Common more
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Berklee Summer Series at Derby SquareSalem, MA

5-7pm.
Derby Square more
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Sunday Concerts in the ShellBeverly, MA

Thursdays 6-8pm.
Lynch Park more
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Summer Concert Series, ManchesterManchester, MA

6pm.
more
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Sundays in Patton ParkHamilton, MA

5pm.
Patton Park, Rt 1A, 978-468-4818. more
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Lowell Summer Music SeriesLowell, MA

7:30pm.
Boarding House Park more
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Concerts on the CommonBeverly, MA

6-8pm.
Beverly Common more
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Summer Beach ConcertsLynn, MA

6-8pm except 7/3: 7-9pm.
Red Rock Park on the beach at Lynn Shore Drive. more
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SurfSide Live! with FireworksSalisbury, MA

7:30.
Salisbury Beach Center, 3 Broadway Street more
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Topsfield Concerts on the CommonTopsfield, MA

Sundays 4-6pm.
Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at DanversDanvers, MA

6pm.
Danvers Rotary Pavilion, 978-777-0001 x3094. more
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North Reading Concert/BBQ SeriesNorth Reading, MA

BBQ 5pm, kids act 5:15pm, music 6:15pm. $3.
Ipswich River Park more
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Castle Hill Summer Picnic ConcertsIpswich, MA

Picnicking at 5pm, then concert 7-9pm. Not free.
Castle Hill, 978-356-4351 x4015. more
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Summer Concert Series at PeabodyPeabody, MA

6-8pm. Mayor’s office, not recreation.
Leather City Common, Lowell St, 978-538-5702. more
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Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA

Mondays 7pm.
Sampas Pavilion more
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Summer Concerts on the Common at BillericaBillerica, MA

7pm except 7/4: 10-2:00 hot dogs, music & activities. 8/6: 6pm icecream social.
Town Common, 978-671-0921. more
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Summer Band Concerts & Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA

6pm.
Town Common more
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Concerts on the CommonWilmington, MA

Wed 6:30-8pm.
Town Common more
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Sundown Concerts at Fruitland MuseumsHarvard, MA

7:15pm.
102 Prospect Hill Road, 978-456-3924. more
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Concerts in the ParksGardner, MA

6pm.
Monument Park more
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East Braintree Summer ConcertsBraintree, MA

Tuesdays 6-8pm. If rain, Wed.
Sunset Lake Gazebo, 781-794-8901. more
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Summer Concert Series at Sunset LakeBraintree, MA

6pm.
Sunset Lake’s gazebo bandstand more
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Berklee Stars at South Shore ConservatoryHingham, MA

8pm.
Carr Amphitheater, One Conservatory Drive more
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Wednesday Night ConcertsPlymouth, MA

Wed 6:30-9:30pm.
Pilgrim Memorial Park, Water Street more
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Summer Concert Series at Soule HomesteadMiddleboro, MA

Not free.Shows start at 6pm. Rain or shine (if it rains they’ll go inside).
46 Soule Street more
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The Summer of BrewsterPlymouth, MA

6pm.
Hedge House Lawn more
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Concerts on the Plymouth WaterfrontPlymouth, MA

2013:6:30pm.
Pilgrim Memorial Park more
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Evenings Under the StarsHingham, MA

Sat 7pm. Not free.
Carr Amphitheater, One Conservatory Drive more
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Avon Town Gazebo ConcertsAvon, MA

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pm.
Town Common, 508-559-9461, 508-586-6580. more
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Concert on the Lawn at Thomas Crane LibraryQuincy, MA

7-8pm.
Thomas Crane Public Library, 617-376-1301. more
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Summer Concerts at WeymouthWeymouth, MA

July,6:30pm. August, 8pm.
Ralph Talbot Amphitheatre, next to Town Hall more
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Plymouth Library Lawn ConcertPlymouth, MA

1-2pm.except 7/13, 2-3pm.
more
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Mayor’s Summer Concert Series at BrocktonBrockton, MA

4pm.
35 Christy’s Place, Recreation 508-580-7860. more
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Live Music at the Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA

2013:Thursdays & Fridays at 7pm.
Hingham Shipyard more
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Music at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA

7pm.
Hingham Shipyard more
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Summer Concert Series at Marshfield- “FinalizingMarshfield, MA

6pm except 7/21, 5pm.
Town Green or Proprietors Green more
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Summer Concert Series at DartmouthDartmouth, MA

6:30-8:30pm. $5.
Apponagansett Park more
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Foxboro Jaycees ConcertsFoxboro, MA

7-9pm.
Foxboro Common more
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Westport Rivers Winery Concert SeriesWestport, MA

6pm.
417 Hixbridge Rd, 508-636-3423. more
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Musical Mondays at FeatherstoneMartha’s Vinyard, MA

6:30pm.
Featherstone more
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Sharon Bands Summer Concert SeriesSharon, MA

Various.
Various Locations more
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Summer Concerts at Children’s BeachNantucket, MA

6-7:30pm.
Children’s Beach more
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Lakeside Concert SeriesSharon, MA

Wed 7pm, Sun 3pm.
Memorial Park Beach Bandstand, Lake Massapoag, 781-784-1530. more
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Norton Public Library Summer Concert SeriesNorton, MA

7:30pm.
Norton Library, 68 E. Main St., 508-285-0265. more
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Blackstone Valley Community Concert BandWorcester, MA

Various times & locations.
Various more
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Hopedale Summer Band Concert SeriesHopedale, MA

7pm.
, 508-473-8439. more
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Out to Lunch Summer Concert Series & Farmers MarketWorcester, MA

Thursdays 11-2pm.
Worcester Common, 508-799-1400 x3. more
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Family Night at the BandstandMilford, MA

6:30pm.
Milford Town Park, Congress St at Walnut Street, 508-478-5924. more
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ABMI Concerts on the GrassBellingham, MA

2013:7-9pm. 7/31, 8/7, 8/13 at Mendon Town Beach.
Bellingham Town Common more
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ABMI Concerts on the GrassMendon, MA

Wed 7pm, 7/31-8/14 6:30pm at Mendon town beach.
Bellingham town common more
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Sterling Summer ConcertsSterling, MA

Mon&Wed 6-8pm.
Memorial Park more
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Alternatives’ Summer Concert SeriesWhitinsville, MA

Thursdays 6:00pm.
Alternatives’ Whitin Mill Plaza, 50 Douglas Road, 508-266-6502. more
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MA Symphony Orchestra Summer Family ConcertWorcester, MA

Various evening times.
Various Locations more
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Wed Eves at the West Brookfield BandstandWest Brookfield, MA

Wednesdays 7/10-8/7.
West Brookfield Bandstand, 774-200-3638. more
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Summer Concert SeriesNorthborough, MA

Thursdays 6-8pm.
Ellsworth-McAfee Park, Rt. 135 more
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Elm Park Summer Concert SeriesWorcester, MA

Thursdays 6:30pm.
Elm Park, Highland Street at Park Avenue more
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Massachusetts Symphony Summer Concert SeriesWorcester, MA

7pm.
Institute Park more
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Summer Sounds Concert SeriesWestfield, MA

2013:6-8pm.
Stanley Park’s Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-572-1260. more
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Family Concert Series at West SpringfieldWest Springfield, MA

7-8:30pm, except 7/4.
Various more
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Sunday Night Concerts at WestfieldWestfield, MA

6-8pm except 7/7.
Stanley Park more
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Musical Moments In Amelia’s GardenWestfield, MA

Tuesdays 6:30pm.
21 South Broad Street more
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Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA

Fridays 6:30-8pm.
Millside Park, 2 Ferry St more
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Summer Band Concerts at ChicopeeChicopee, MA

6:30 or 7pm.
Aldenville Commons or Szot tennis court, 413-594-3481. more
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Wednesday Evening ConcertsWestfield, MA

6pm.
Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-568-9312 x100. more
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Positively Holyoke Summer Concert SeriesHolyoke, MA

6-8pm.
Holyoke Heritage State Park, 221 Appleton St more
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Stearns Square Concert SeriesSpringfield, MA

6pm, more dates TBA.
Stearns Square, 413-781-1591. more
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Coop Concerts & Sundays in the ParkGreenfield, MA

6-8pm.
Greenfield Energy Park, 413-774-9949. more
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Concerts at Windsor LakeNorth Adams, MA

6:30pm.Rain cancells.
Windsor Lake, 413-664-6180. more
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Concerts at the ClarkWilliamstown, MA

Various times.
225 South St., 413-458-2303. more
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Summer Concert Series at South HadleySouth Hadley, MA

Thursdays 6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Look Park ConcertsFlorence, MA

Tuesdays kids performances at 10am.
Pines Theater, Look Park, 413-584-5457. more
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Great Barrington BandstandGreat Barrington, MA

Fridays 5:30-7pm.And 8/31: 10am and 2pm.
more
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Summer of Love ConcertsOnset, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Onset Bandshell more
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Concerts on the Lawn at the LibraryBourne, MA

7pm.
19 Sandwich Rd, 508-759-0644. more
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Summer Concert Series – OstervilleOsterville, MA

Between 6 and 7pm.
Library Lawn more
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TDBank Summer Concerts- YarmouthWest Yarmouth, MA

6-7:30pm.
Bandstand at Parkers River Beach on South Shore Drive, 508-778-1008. more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – DennisDennis, MA

6pm.
Village Green more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – HarwichHarwich, MA

6-7:30pm.
Brooks Park Band Stand, Harwich Center, Oak St, 508-432-3622. more more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – HyannisHyannis, MA

Tue 6-7:30pm.
Aselton Park more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – ChathamChatham, MA

Wed 6-7:30pm.
Kate Gould Park more
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Concerts in the Park at Buzzards BayBuzzards Bay, MA

6:30-8:30pm.
Buzzards Bay Park at the Gazebo more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – MashpeeMashpee, MA

Thu 6-7:30pm.
Mashpee Commons more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – SandwichSandwich, MA

6-7:30pm.
Heritage Museum and Gardens more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – FalmouthFalmouth, MA

Fri 6-7:30pm.
Peg Noonan Park, Main St, 508-362-0066. more more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – OrleansOrleans, MA

Thu 6-7:30pm.
Nauset Beach more
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Sunset Music SeriesNewport, RI

Different times, venues and $.
more
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Friday Night Concert SeriesProvidence, RI

7:30pm.
Waterplace Park more
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Music for a Summer NightWarwick, RI

6:30pm.
Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Road more
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North Kingstown Concert SeriesNorth Kingstown, RI

Tuesdays 7pm, Thursdays 6:30pm.
Various more
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Downtown Sundown SeriesProvidence, RI

7pm (Except 6/22 4pm).
Roger Williams Natl Memorial, 282 North Main St more
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Monday Night Summer Concerts at Marina ParkSouth Kingstown, RI

6:30 Times and dates subject to change.
Marina Park more
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Summer Concert at Rose Larisa ParkEast Providence, RI

Thursdays 6pm.
Rose Larisa Park, Bullocks Point Avenue, 401-435-7511. more
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Concerts Under the ElmsProvidence, RI

6:30, $10.
more
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Free Summer Concert SeriesLincoln, RI

6pm.
Chase Farm, 667 Great Rd more
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Family Night Concert SeriesNewport, RI

6pm.
Easton’s Beach, 401-845-5810. more
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Watch Hill Summer Concert SeriesWesterly, RI

Tuesdays 6pm (8/27 rain date).
Village Green, 401-596-7909. more
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Free Sunday Summer Concert SeriesCentral Falls, RI

1pm-3pm with more dates TBA.
Various Locations, 401-727-7490. more
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Summer Concert SeriesJamestown, RI

6:30-8pm.
Memorial Square, 401-423-7260. more
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Conventry Summer Night Concert SeriesCoventry, RI

6pm.
Paine Field, 1277 Main St more
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City Hall Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI

6pm.
City Hall Ampitheatre more
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Blues on the Beach & Monday Night JamsWesterly, RI

6pm.
Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Avenue more more
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Summer Concert Series at Warwick, RIWarwick, RI

6:30-8pm.
Various parks, 401-738-2000 x6504. more
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South County Commons Outdoor Summer Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI

6-8pm.
more
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Music All Around Town at Cranston, RICranston, RI

6:30pm.
William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St more
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Slater Park Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI

Thu 6-7:30pm.
Slater Park more
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Sunapee Harbor Concert SeriesSunapee, NH

5-7pm.
Flanders Stage, 603-763-4940 x210. more
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Keene Music FestivalKeene, NH

Various times.
more
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Concert SeriesWaterville Valley, NH

Various times.
Various more
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Merrimack Concert AssociationMerrimack, NH

6:30pm.
Abbie Griffin Park Bandstand more
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Haddad Bandstand Concerts on Sargent CommonNew London, NH

No time listed.
, 603-526-4821. more
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Concert Series on the GreenAmherst, NH

6:30pm.
Village Green more
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Gorham Summer Concert SeriesGorham, NH

6:30pm.
Gorham Common more
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Henniker Summer Concert SeriesHenniker, NH

7pm.
Bandstand, Community Park, Main St. more
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Saint-Gaudens Summer Concert SeriesCornish, NH

2pm (Except 6/22 at 6:30pm).
Little Studio, Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site more
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Summer in the Street – PortsmouthPortsmouth, NH

5:30pm.
Pleasant Street more
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Summer Concerts at Concord, NHConcord, NH

7pm.
Various more more
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Gilford Community Band Concert SeriesGilford, NH

7:30pm (Except 8/24 8pm).
Gilford Village Field Weeks Bandstand more
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Talent Search Night at Canobie Lake ParkSalem, NH

Call for times.
Canobie Lake Park, 603.893.3506. more
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Bandstand ConcertsHampton Falls, NH

6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Town of Woodstock Free Concert SeriesNorth Woodstock, NH

6:30-8:30pm,except 7/4, 7-8:30pm, and 7/13: 5-7:00pm and 8-11:00pm.
Soldier’s Park, 603-745-8752. more
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Saturday Night Concerts in Alton BayAlton, NH

Saturdays 7pm (except 7/3).
Alton Bay Bandstand more
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Sunapee Harbor Concert SeriesSunapee, NH

Saturdays 5pm.
Flanders Stage, 603-763-4940. more
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Newport Town Common Concert SeriesNewport, NH

Sundays 6pm.
Town Common, 603-863-1510. more more
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River House Restaurant Concert SeriesPortsmouth, NH

7pm.
Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848. more
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Friends of Stark Park Concert SeriesManchester, NH

Various times, Sundays 2-4pm.
more
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Mondays on Lebanon CommonLebanon, NH

Thu 7:30pm. Rain location: Lebanon Senior Center.
Colburn Park more
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Concert on the Common Summer Music SeriesRochester, NH

Tue 7pm.
Rochester Common, 603-332-4120. more
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Sounds on the Souhegan Summer Concert SeriesMilford, NH

7-8:30pm. If rain, Town Hall.
Emerson Park more
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Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Summer ConcertTilton, NH

6-8:30pm.
Tilton lsland Park, 603-286-3000. more
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Sundays in Riverway ParkContoocook, NH

Sundays 3pm.
Lewellen Bandstand in Riverway Park more
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Cochecho Arts FestivalDover, NH

Thursdays 12pm.
Henry Law Park more
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Sea Shell Stage at Hampton BeachHampton Beach, NH

7-9:30pm.Concerts and live entertainment every day at 7pm.
more
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Summer Concert SeriesHancock, NH

7-8:30pm. If rain, in church.
Gazebo, 603-525-4441. more
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Music by the Sea Outdoor Concert SeriesRye, NH

6-8pm. $8.
Seacoast Science Center, Rt 1A more
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Field of Dreams ConcertsSalem, NH

6:30pm.
Field of Dreams more
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Arts Jubilee at Cranmore ResortNorth Conway, NH

Thursdays 6pm.
Cranmore Ski Resort more
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Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT

Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music.
Ocean Beach Park more
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Music on the GreenSouthington, CT

7pm.
Downtown Southington more
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Summer Concerts at IvesDanbury, CT

6pm.
Ives Concert Park, 43 Lake Avenue Extension more
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Summer Concerts at the Sherman Green GazeboFairfield, CT

Opening 3:00pm – July/Aug 7pm – Aug15-Aug29 6:30pm.
Sherman Green Gazebo more
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Music Under the StarsShelton, CT

No times on the website, whadya know.
Gazebo, Huntington Green, 203-331-4120. more
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Summer Concert Series at Southbury, CTSouthbury, CT

begin between 5 and 7pm.
Various more
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Bloomfield Summer Concerts on the GreenBloomfield, CT

Thursdays 7pm.
Bloomfield Town Hall Green, 860-243-2923. more
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West Haven Summer ConcertsWest Haven, CT

Fridays 7-9pm.
Old Grove Park / West Haven Green more
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City Center Concerts on the GreenDanbury, CT

7pm.
CityCenter more
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Concerts in the ParkThompson, CT

7pm.
Riverside Park more
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Manchster Bandshell SeriesManchester, CT

7pm.
more
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Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT

7pm.
Town Green more
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Summer Concerts at TrumbullTrumbull, CT

7pm.
Town Hall Gazebo more
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Summer Concert Series at TorringtonTorrington, CT

7pm.
Coe Memorial Park, Civic Center, 860-489-2274. more
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Summer SoundWaves Concert SeriesGroton, CT

6pm.
Esker Point Beach more
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Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert SeriesMilford, CT

7pm.
Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, 203-878-0681. more
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Summer Concert Series at ThomastonThomaston, CT

7pm.
Seth Thomas Park, South Main St more
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Norwalk Parks Concert ScheduleNorwalk, CT

Varios times, check schedule.
Calf Pasture Beach, 203-854-7806. more
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Watertown’s Music at the Park Summer ConcertsWatertown, CT

7pm.
Veterans’ Memorial Park, 570 Nova Scotia Hill Road more
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Branford Jazz on the Green SeriesBranford, CT

6:30pm.
Branford Town Green more
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Summer Concert Series at Unionville, CTUnionville, CT

7pm.
Alice Clover Pinney Park, School St more
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Summer Concert Series at the Mill Pond Park GazeboNewington, CT

6:30pm.
Mill Pond Park more
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Summer Concert at Dickinson ParkNewtown, CT

6:30pm.
Dickinson Memorial Park more
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Summer Concert SeriesRocky Hill, CT

6:30pm.
Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, Elm Ridge Park, 860-258-2772. more
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Town Band ConcertsGlastonbury, CT

7pm.
Hubbard Green more
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Summer Music FestivalNew Britain, CT

7pm.
Walnut Hill Park, Darius Miller Memorial Band Shell more
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Levitt PavilionWestport, CT

7:00pm.
40 Jesup Road more
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Woodbridge Summer Concert SeriesWoodbridge, CT

6-8pm.
Gazebo, 4 Meetinghouse Lane more
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Summer Concert Series at BristolBristol, CT

7pm.
Rockwell Park more
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Hamden Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT

7:30.
Torn Center Park more
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Hamden Art Commission Free Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT

Fridays 7:30pm.
Town Center Park at Meadowbrook, 2761 Dixwell Ave, 203-287-2546. more
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Concerts on the GreenMadison, CT

Various times.
more
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Summer Music SundaysMystic, CT

Sundays 5pm.
more
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Summer SoundsMiddletown, CT

7:00 pm.
Union Park, South Green, 860-343-6620. more
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Tuesday Concert SeriesMontville, CT

Tuesdays, 6pm.
Camp Oakdale Pavilion, 860-848-3030 x322. more
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Glastonbury Riverfront Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT

7-9pm.
Riverfront Park more
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Twilight TunesWallingford, CT

Wed 7-8:30pm.
Wallingford Parade Grounds more
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Summer “Best Bet” Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT

7pm.
Field behind the Riverfront Community Center on Welles Street more
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Summer Concert Series at Greenwich, CTGreenwich, CT

7:15pm except 7/28/, 8/25 7:00pm.
Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, 203-861-6100. more
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Concert on the Green at Windsor, CTWindsor, CT

7-9pm.
Town Green more
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Summer Fun Free Concerts at MCCMansfield, CT

6:30-8pm. If rain, inside the Community Center. “Family concert” sounds like just for kids.
Community Center Green more
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NewAlliance Bank Concert SeriesClinton, CT

6:30pm.
Pierson School, Route 1., (860) 669-3889. more
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Sounds of SummerEast Hartford, CT

Thursdays 6pm.
Town Green, 1047 Main St more
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Davis Park Concert SeriesKillingly, CT

6-7:30pm.
Davis Park more
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Dixieland Jazz Band Concerts on the SoundGreenwich, CT

Departs dock at 4pm, returns 6pm.
Island Beach Ferry more
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Outdoor Market and ConcertBangor, ME

6pm.
Pickering Square more
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Kennebunk Weekly Concerts in the ParkKennebunk, ME

6:30pm.
Lafayette Park, Storer St. more
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Summer Concerts at Norcross PointWinthrop, ME

2-4pm.
Off Bowdoin/Memorial more
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Yarmouth Summer Art SeriesYarmouth, ME

Various times.
Royal River Park more
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Summer Concert Series at Wells Harbor ParkWells, ME

6:30pm.
Wells Harbor Park more
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Poland Spring Annual Summer Concert SeriesPoland Spring, ME

7:00pm.
37 Preservation Way more
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Mill Creek Park Summer ConcertsSouth Portland, ME

6:30pm.
Mill Creek Park, 207-767-7650. more
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York Beach Concert SeriesYork, ME

7-9pm.
Ellis Park, York Beach, 207-363-1040. more
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Summer in the Parks ConcertsPortland, ME

Wed 7:30pm at Western Prom Park, Thu 12:30pm (thru Aug 8) at Deering Oaks Park.
Western Prom Park (mostly) more
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L.L. Bean Summer in the Park Concert SeriesFreeport, ME

Saturdays 7:30pm.
Discovery Park more
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Island Pond’s Friday Night LiveIsland Pond, VT

6pm.
more
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Brown Bag Concert SeriesWoodstock, VT

12pm.
Woodstock Village Green (except 7/18 at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre) more
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Saturdays Under the Stars – Summer Concert SeriesStratton, VT

6pm.
Stratton Mountain Ski Resort, 802-297-4FUN. more
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Sunday Concerts on the Green, DanvilleDanville, VT

Sundays 7pm.
more
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Thursday Night Summer Concerts on the GreenManchester Center, VT

Not free. 7pm at Riley Center for the Arts/ 7:30pm at Arkell Pavilion.
Town Green, 802-362-2100. more
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River Road Summer Concert SeriesKillington, VT

6pm.
Sherburne Memorial Library more
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