Events INSIDER: July 14-22, 2014

07/14/14 by Johnny Monsarrat

American Car & Truck Day

There’s another car show this week at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum, the best metro museum you’ve never been to. It’s outdoors, it’s a lot of fun, and heck — this week it’s All-American! Larz Anderson Auto Museum Brookline, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Boston in the Footlights: A Theatrical Tour

Trust me: SEE THIS! It’s a unique multicultural celebration of life and death as told through music, dance, and puppetry. All done in a real live (or dead) cemetery. Cambridge, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Civil War Ball

See people in historic garb dance traditional dances, and get on the floor yourself for some guided, Civil War era dances. A fun and memorable night is promised! Peddocks Island Boston, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Dock Party

This summer dock party might be pricy, but an outdoor dance by the water on the Esplanade does guarantee priceless views and a great time. Community Boating, Inc. Boston, MA, Thu 7/17.more

Festival Betances (Latino Festival)

The oldest Latino festival in New England is free, with kids activities, a parade, performances, domino and basketball tournaments, a grease pole competition, plus traditional food, arts amd crafts. Plaza Betances Boston, MA, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Open Archives: Adventures in Gastronomy

Open Archives: Adventures in Gastronomy sounds a little uninviting, but it’s your chance to delve deep into Cambridge city archives related to food and entertainment. Neat! Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14–Thu 7/17.more

Opening Night: Carmina Burana

Honor one of Boston’s most iconic concert settings at this fun and historic performance starting tonight! DCR’s Hatch Shell on the Esplanade Boston, MA, Wed 7/16.more

Puppet Showplace Slam

This isn’t exactly Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood – this puppet slam is for adults! See the wild side of puppetry. 8pm. Puppet Showplace Theatre Brookline, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival

Also not to be missed is this beach festival I’ve been to three times! Professionals come to make enormous sand sculptures during the week, and there are sculpting lessons, vendors, and live music Fri-Sun. Fireworks Saturday night! Revere Beach Revere, MA, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Somerville ArtBeat

If it weren’t for Boston and Cambridge, Somerville could be the arts center of Massachusetts. This annual art festival features 75 vendors and a dozen bands! Davis Square Somerville, MA, Fri 7/18–Sat 7/19.more

Canoe and Dinner on the Charles

We don’t often think of canoes and dinner together, but on this guided tour of the Charles, they go hand in hand. Neat! Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, Fri 7/18.more

Verrill Farm Blueberry Pancake and Pie Eating Contest

Don’t eat too many blueberry pancakes for breakfast if you plan on participating in the free blueberry pie eating concert! Being blue at this festival is a good thing! Verrill Farm Concord, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Wellesley Concerts

‘Grounds for Divorce’ never sounded so good! School’s out for the summer and this event aims to prove it, with a local, all-dad band playing the hits of the 90’s through present day. Warren Park Wellesley, MA, Wed 6/25–Wed 8/6.more

Young Eagle Rally

When you go to a rally run by folks who believe in the discovery and fulfillment of individual potential through personal flight, you’re in for a high-spirited day! 9am-12nn. Minute Man Air Field Stow, MA, Sat 7/19–Mon 7/21.more

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival

Whether you celebrate indoors, outdoors, or both, this Scottish festival promises a great time. All the food, music, and culture you can handle! Look Park Northampton, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Indian Motorcycle Day

This isn’t your average motorcycle show – drop the ‘r’ and check out lots of Indian motocycles! Springfield Museums Springfield, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

Peace, love, and murder! Join this dinner, and maybe, just MAYBE, discover the identity of the mysterious murderer roaming the place. Salem Cross Inn West Brookfield, MA, Fri 7/18.more

Shakespeare in the Park Launches in Pittsfield

Free Shakespeare for the whole family, outdoors and under the stars! Magic and mayhem ensue in A Midsummer Night’s Dream – will you be there? Springside Park Pittsfield, MA, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/27.more

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. 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. Wenham Museum Wenham, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Newport Black Ships Festival

This festival has lots of fun activities, including a formal Gala, Japanese Arts & Crafts such as Origami and Ikebana; Martial Arts, a Japanese Tea Ceremony, and Taiko drumming! Anchors away! Newport, RI, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Hillsboro Balloon Festival

Just 1.7 hrs from Boston, these hot air balloons draw 30,000 people! Plus there are parades, lots of small-town NH attractions, a huge fireworks show, and tethered and free-floating balloon rides! Hillsborough, NH, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Find 16 New England Regions on Twitter

Hey! I’ve split my Twitter feed into 17 regions so that you can REALLY get just the events close to home, or pick what you like. Please check it out and add me to a ‘Twitter list’ too (google it). All Over, , Wed 1/1–Mon 12/1.more

Outdoor concerts!

Events Insider keeps track of all the outdoor concerts in New England. This is where you find the places and events you cannot miss.To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom. more

Outdoor movies!

Nobody lists more outdoor movies in New England! I track 97 different series with more than 400 shows, and most of them are free! To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom. more

Outdoor Theatre!

I list more outdoor theatre than anyone else in New England! I track 75 performance series. That’s more than 600 shows, some of which are free! To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom to see them. more

Museum Free Fun Fridays

A number of local museums and destinations offer free admission, thanks to Highland Street! Every Friday through August, check the schedule! All Over All Over, , Fri 6/27–Fri 8/29.more

All Star Storytelling Show

No competitions, no pressure…just tales of every sort. Come and enjoy high quality storytelling! Davis Square Theatre Somerville, MA, Fri 7/18.more

Board the Charles Morgan

A 173-year-old ship visits Boston for the first time, and you can get on board. Cool! Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA, Fri 7/18–Tue 7/22.more

Boston New Technology

Get to know area startups and what they’re working on as seven companies catch you up on their latest ideas. NGIN Workplace Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14.more

Boston New Technology Meetup

At this free event, you get to learn about new technology developed by the Boston Starttup community. NGIN Workplace Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14.more

Boston Poetry Slam: NorthBEAST Summer Regional II

Four teams battle to the death – with poetry! Well, it’s not really to the death, but to poetry slam glory! Various Locations Cambridge, MA, Wed 7/16.more

Cars and Coffee

This is like Saturday morning cartoons for car enthusiasts. Since you’re a grown-up, there will be coffee instead of sugary cereal! Larz Anderson Auto Museum Brookline, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Folk Dancing by the Fountain

Give folk dances a chance. They’re fun and easy to pick up. This participatory event is all about having fun, and they’ll even show you the steps. Tuesdays. 7:30-9:30pm. Copley Square Boston, MA, Tue 7/1–Tue 8/26.more

Love/Affairs: Songs of Infatuation and Infidelity

You’ll feel the love at this musical performance that is all about, yup, you guessed it, love! Somerville, MA, Sun 7/20.more

My Caribbean, One World Expo

This is a Caribbean expo with a professional feel, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be great food and culture. City Hall Plaza Boston, MA, Sun 7/13–Mon 7/14.more

Playhouse in the Park

Outdoor concerts and other performances, for free and open to the public! Morning shows best for families, evening shows are for everyone! Franklin Park Boston, MA, Tue 7/15.more

Taste of Cambridge

Taste dishes from Cambridge best restaurants. It’s for charity, and features live music, DJs and entertainment too! Sidney Street and University Park Common, University Park & Sidney Street Cambridge, MA, Tue 7/15–Thu 7/17.more

The Murder at the Art Museum Scavenger Hunt

A mystery scavenger hunt at a great museum that is challenging and fun! Teams of 3 of more people are encouraged. Museum of fine Arts Boston, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Washington Arrives in Cambridge

It’s July 1775, and George Washington is about to arrive to his HQ in Cambridge. Why leave it up to your imagination when you can live it? Longfellow House Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14.more

Alumni Picnic

Delicious Shish, Losh and Chicken Kebab dinners, plus Armenian music and dancing. Fun! AYF Camp Haiastan Franklin, MA, Sun 7/13–Sun 7/27.more

Antique Auto Show

Find more than 200 antique cars, motorcycles and trucks. Also, live music and food! Codman Estate Lincoln, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Canoeing with Eagles

Come paddle to Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, and observe the eagles and loons. Don’t forget your picnic lunch! 11am. Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, Sat 7/19.more

The Long Arm of the Law

The 1700s were about more than just minutemen! See re-enactors portray police, judges, and criminals, and sit in on the jury as historical crimes are tried! Hartwell Tavern Lincoln, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Abbadia Mare Festival

This 2-day festival has human-chess, magic and comedy shows, knights demos and many other fun activities. Hammond Castle Gloucester, MA, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Blackburn Challenge

Wow, a 20+ mile open water course, which seems to be for enthusiasts and experienced people. Sounds fun, anyways. 6am. Gloucester, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Gloucester Downtown Block Party

‘Artstown’ and ‘Kidstown’ are just two parts of this huge downtown block party. Lots of food, music, and performances too! Main Street Gloucester, MA, Sat 7/19–Sat 9/20.more

Salem CultureFest

Find live music, storytellers, martial artists, dancers, and more at this festival. Food, crafts and the such as well. Salem Common Salem, MA, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Salisbury Beach Relay

Fun beach activities all day long, with live music and a family atmosphere. It does not get better than this. Salisbury Beach Salisbury Beach, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Duxbury Music Festival Opening Concert

This concert opens an intensive musical camp, so you know the performers will be top notch! Duxbury Town Green, Washington Street Duxbury, MA, Sun 7/20.more

Plymouth Independent Music Festival

This year it’s a 3-day festival celebrating the best in emerging, local, and independent music! All the shows are free, which is really cool. Plymouth, MA, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Harbor Days

Enjoy the live music shows, visit the craft market, play some fun games, and more, including food and a beautiful harbor. Shipyard Park Mattapoisett, MA, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival

This is a series of ballet performances, and most of them are free. Tickets required for the 2 big events on 7/25 and 7/26. Nantucket Atheneum Nantucket, MA, Tue 7/22.more

Nantucket Comedy Festival

This one has multiple comedy shows, including a Boston vs. New York Comedy Smackdown! Go Boston! Dreamland Nantucket, MA, Wed 7/16–Sat 7/19.more

Westport Fair

Racing pigs, chainsaw sculptures, plus a horseshoe tournament and lots of tractor pulls. Now that’s an agricultural fair! Westport, MA, Wed 7/16–Sun 7/20.more

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. Emily Dickinson Museum Amherst, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Ko Festival of Performance

The Ko Festival, where the only certainty is surprise…sounds like the perfect way to describe this intense and creative four week festival. Amherst College Amherst, MA, Sat 7/5–Sun 8/3.more

Yidstock: The Festival of Yiddish Music

Here you will find the best in klezmer and new Yiddish music at the Yiddish Book Center. You can even learn Yiddish dances! I hope they keep it nice, clean and religion free. Yiddish Book Center Amherst, MA, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Fire and Ice Days

They’re making ice cream the 18th/19th century way, see hand-pumped fire trucks, a fire truck parade, and more! This is one of the awesome live re-enactments that make OSV my favorite historic re-enactment museum. Old Sturbridge Village Sturbridge, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Worcester, MA

Head to Worcester Common for a movie in the park tonight. Cool! East Park, Shrewsbury St Worcester, MA, Thu 7/17.more

Art Reception for Several Great Exhibits

A new art season starts at The Cultural Center of Cape Cod, and this is a reception to celebrate that. Expect great art and a good time! The Cultural Center of Cape Cod South Yarmouth, MA, Fri 7/18.more

Barnstable County Fair

A demolition derby and extreme motocross highlight this County Fair. It’s got everything else you’d expect like fun games and live music! Barsntable County Farigrounds East Falmouth, MA, Mon 7/21–Sun 7/27.more

Bear Boat Cruise

Calling all bears! And not the kind who steal pic-a-nic baskets. Here’s a cruise just for you! MacMillan Pier Provincetown, MA, Sat 7/12–Sun 7/20.more

Bear Week

It’s a week dedicated to the ‘bear’ community. Don’t stop the party! Provincetown, MA, Sat 7/12–Sun 7/20.more

Grecian Festival

You know that food won’t lack at a Greek fest. Enjoy the dancing, crafts, and fun music too! St. George Greek Orthodox Church Centerville, MA, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Onset Beach Jazz Festival

Great jazz musicians on a beautiful beach. Can you ask for anything more? Onset, MA, Sat 7/19.more

NAACP Gather-In

This is a free neighborhood festival held in Pitt Park with activities for all ages, including face painting, a celebrity dunk tank, pony rides, music, food, and more! Pitt Park Pittsfield, MA, Sat 7/19.more

Dublin Day

Dublin Day has it all – seriously: a 5k race, rock climbing wall, children’s games, music and food, pony rides, a clown, arts and crafts, marionette show, plus lots more,. fireworks 9:30pm. Yankee Field Dublin, NH, Sat 7/19.more

Fairytale Festival

Spend the morning in fairy and wizard school, then it’s recess all afternoon with snocones and bouncy houses! Sounds magical. Greeley Park Nashua, NH, Sat 7/19.more

Nickfest

Pony rides, inflatables everywhere, rock climbing walls, music, food, and fun for all is just the tip of the iceberg that is Nickfest. Lots of activities! Memorial Field, Main St., Wolfeboro, NH, Sat 7/19.more

Big Screen Movies on the Beach

Watching a movie on a giant screen at the beach is what summer is all about. Don’t miss this one! Atlantic Beach Park Westerly, RI, Tue 7/8–Tue 8/19.more

East Providence Heritage Festival

A midway, food, crafts, and live music. Plus, kids under 12 get in for free! That’s a heritage to celebrate. Pierce Field East Providence, RI, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Family Concert Series

Kick off a summer of family friendly musical performances with a night of fun under the stars. North Kingstown, RI, Thu 7/10–Thu 7/31.more

Family Night at the Zoo

It’s a sleepover at the zoo! There is a night and morning tour, animal encounters, and fun activities. Fun! Providence, RI, Sat 7/19.more

Friday Night Concert Series at Waterplace Park

This installment in Providence’s free concert series features the winner of WBRU’s Rock Hunt, Double Bill! Enjoy the music and the scenery. 7pm. Waterplace Park Providence, RI, Wed 6/25–Fri 8/1.more

Green Animals Children’s Party

Animal shaped hedges, pony rides, fun, games, and magic. Green? check. Animals? check. Children’s Party? definitely! Green Animals Topiary Garden Portsmouth, RI, Mon 7/14.more

Neighborhood Performing Arts Initiative

Celebrate Providence, have fun and enjoy the multiple concerts that have been prepared for this year. Start off with Opera on Sunday! Various locations Providence, RI, Sun 7/6–Sat 8/23.more

Newport Music Festival

This festival continues with the tradition of presenting unique chamber music programs, American debuts, world-class artists and special events. Newport, RI, Fri 7/11–Sun 7/27.more

Northeastern Writers Conference: Necon34

This one is just for writers, and they’ll have lots to write home about. Special guests, fun games, and lots of presentations. Registration required. Roger Williams University Bristol, RI, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Providence Restaurant Weeks

Taste the best of Providence. It’s another round of Restaurants Week! Providence, RI, Sun 7/6–Sat 7/19.more

South Coast Artists Open Studio Tour

For ‘Open Studios’, artists open their private homes and work studios to the public. It’s a fun excuse to tour the area on your own and meet some real artists. Southern RI and MA Tiverton, RI, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Marina Park

The Wakefield Concert Band is 75 members strong, dedicated, and performing for you all summer. Wakefield, RI, Mon 6/30–Mon 8/4.more

Thursday Evening Live Music and Dancing at the Towers

Get up and dance, or relax and enjoy the live music in Narragansett this Thursday. The Towers, 35 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI, Thu 7/17–Thu 7/24.more

Colombian Independence Parade and Festival

It’s time for Colombia to celebrate their Independence Day. Join this party and enjoy the food, dancing, music, and parade! Dexter Credit Union Pawtucket, RI, Sun 7/20.more

South County Hot Air Balloon Festival

You’ll find the whole deal here: Hot-air balloon rides, animal displays, fireworks, live music, and a carnival. URI Athletic fields Kingston, RI, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Warren Quahog Festival

Seafood, arts, crafts, and music make up this Quahog Festival. Yummy and fun – the best of both worlds! Burr’s Hill Park, South Water Street Warren, RI, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Review: Me and My Girl

Mix a legitimate cockney heir with the nobility of Hareford Hall and get a rollicking, hilarious Downton Abbey laced with engaging song and dance. Click for our review! Reagle Music Theatre Waltham, MA, Thu 7/10–Sun 7/20.more

Review: The Little Mermaid

Head under the sea in Beverly for this theatrical performance of Disney’s A Little Mermaid! North Shore Music Theatre Beverly, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 7/27.more

Review: Her Aching Heart

In this two-woman show, passion flies to the wind in this fun and racy romance novel come to life. Central Square Theater Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 8/10.more

Berklee Greenway Sessions

The Berklee Greenway Sessions kick off on Friday with this fun Brazilian performance from Apoena! Greenway Boston, North End Park Boston, MA, Fri 7/18.more

Speakeasy Circus at OBERON

We’ve given the Boston Circus Guild a 5-star rating more than once! See this amazing show at OBERON. Club Oberon Cambridge, MA, Fri 6/27–Sat 8/30.more

Review: Auld Lang Syne

What will happen when the ball drops in Times Square? Find out in this thriller/comedy on the stage. Gloucester Stage Company Gloucester, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 7/27.more

Providence Improv Fest

This weekend is the first of two that make up the Providence Improv Fest! Live in the moment, and laugh all night. Providence, RI, Fri 7/11–Sun 7/20.more

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. Newbury, NH, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Loon Festival

This Loon-y event is not only fun, but educational too! It has games for kids, entertainment and food. The Loon Center Moultonborough, NH, Sat 7/19.more

Lost River Gorge Evening Lantern Tour

See Lost River under a new light, the light of lanterns. This night tour ends with a gathering around the campfire. North Woodstock, NH, Fri 7/4–Sat 7/26.more

Stratham Fair

This fair does not get old, it follows in the traditions of old country fairs, which is really cool! Carnival rides are, of course, modern. Stratham Hill Park, Route 33 Stratham, NH, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

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! Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters Errol, NH, Fri 7/11–Sun 8/10.more

Ugotta Regatta

Real kayak and canoe races set the tone for the homemade, Boat Oughtta Float races! Fun! Waterville Valley, NH, Sat 7/19.more

Celebrate East Lyme Festival and Sandcastle Competition

This festival features a sand sculpting competition, a diamond dig and also fireworks! Thank you, East Lyme! Main Street Niantic, CT, Sat 7/19.more

Clinton Bluefish Festival

Don’t miss the pie eating contest, the Chowder Cook-Off and live music. This is all about helping the community and having fun. Clinton Andrews Memorial Town Hall Clinton, CT, Fri 7/18–Sat 7/19.more

Deep River Ancient Muster

This claims to be the largest fife and drum gathering in the world. Check out the parade and muster! Devitt’s Field Deep River, CT, Fri 7/18–Sat 7/19.more

Extravaganza Weekend

Kicking off with a pool party on Monday, this extravaganza features musicians, paddleboats, entertainment, fireworks, games and more. Mill Pond Park Newington, CT, Mon 7/14–Sat 7/19.more

Great American Sand Sculpture Contest

It’s a free and open sand-sculpting competition. Winners are awarded CASH! Get your buckets and shovels and get to the beach! Wallnut Beach Milford, CT, Sat 7/19.more

Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz

Three days of free jazz in a park with a beautiful city skyline view? I’m so there! Bushnell Park Hartford, CT, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Guilford Craft Expo

This looks like a huge craft market, but there will also be some kids activities and food. Guildford Art Center Guilford, CT, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Main Street Marketpace Pet Night

It’s like your standard European-style market, with crafts, street performances and this week, pet night! But leave your pets at home, please. Downtown, Main Street Torrington, CT, Thu 7/17.more

Night of 1,000 Fireflies

Don’t bring a flashlight to this nighttime guided walk; the fireflies have you covered! 7:30pm. New Canaan Nature Center New Canaan, CT, Sat 7/19.more

Sandblast – Sand Sculpting Festival

It’s great to see professionals build sand sculptures, but in this one, adults and kids can join in! Tod’s Point Beach Greenwich, CT, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

South African Wine Dinner with African Penguins

So.. Basically there’s food and wine and you get to meet penguins. It’s a fundraiser, which makes it even better. Mystic Aquarium Mystic, CT, Sat 7/19.more

Straw Rocket Competition

With museum admission, you are welcome to compete with your rocket built around a straw. Aim for the stars! New England Air Museum Windsor Locks, CT, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Lincoln Tech VMRS 80

A day of modified series racing and family fun. What more could you ask for? Stafford Springs Speedway, 55 West Street, Stafford Springs, CT, Fri 7/18.more

Summer Concert on the Green

Make it a special Thursday, listening to great music, and enjoying food at one of Windsor’s restaurants, or the farmer’s market. Town Green, Broad St Windsor, CT, Thu 7/17.more

Atlantic Music Festival

Atlantic Music Festival gathers hundreds of musicians, new and established. This sounds like fun! Various locations Waterville, ME, Mon 7/7–Sun 8/3.more

Bar Harbor Music Festival

Variety is the word that defines this music festival! Find string orchestra, jazz, brass, and even Opera concerts, featuring the best up and coming performers. Various Locations Bar Harbor, ME, Sun 6/29–Sun 7/27.more

Bates College Dance Festival

This is for people who love dancing, people who like watching others dance and people who’d like to learn how to dance. Find dance shows, workshops, and much more. Pettigrew Hall Lewiston, ME, Tue 7/8–Wed 7/30.more

Boat Building Festival

Build and race your own cardboard boat, then enjoy the music, food, and fun! Portland, ME, Sat 7/19.more

Bowdoin International Music Festival

Get ready, this season is about to kick off a summer with more than 100 concerts in store for all classical music lovers. visit their website for a list of performances. Brunswick, ME, Sat 6/28–Sat 8/9.more

Central Maine Egg Festival

This festival offers carnival rides, live music, food, cooking contests and it even comes with an Egg-lympics! Pittsfield, ME, Mon 7/14–Sat 7/19.more

Fairy Fridays

SEE THIS! I’ve been to this. It was remarkable — and I don’t have any kids! The grounds are beautiful, and expansive — and they had a parade and live music. 10am. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Barters Island Road Boothbay, ME, Fri 7/4–Fri 7/25.more

Fireworks in the Square

Fireworks every Thursday evening from 6/26 to 8/21! Special display for Independence Day 7/4. Enjoy! Thursdays, 9:45pm. Next to the pier Old Orchard Beach, ME, Thu 6/26–Thu 8/21.more

Friends of Eastern Promenade Concert Series

Thursday will be the first of a series of free weekly outdoor concerts in Portland. I like the sound of that! Portland, ME, Thu 7/3–Thu 8/28.more

Homecoming & River Driver’s Supper

A book sale, bingo, vendors, and games for kids are just the beginning of the homecoming fun in Lincoln, ME! 4pm. Ludden Field Lincoln, ME, Thu 7/17.more

Kingfield Festival Days

I love summer! Maybe because it brings cool festivals like this one on a river in Maine. A parade, games for everyone, live music, contests and much more. Kingfield, ME, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Maine Celtic Celebration

How cool! This one features Celtic music, workshops, food, and highland games! Belfast Common & Steamboat Landing Belfast, ME, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

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. Waterville, ME, Fri 7/11–Sun 7/20.more

Maine Potato Blossom Festival

Farmer Olympics are always fun to watch. I would not miss the fireworks and mashed potato wrestling. Fort Fairfield, ME, Sat 7/12–Sun 7/20.more

Sunset Folk Series

The Ghost of Paul Revere is here! Don’t worry, it’s not a real ghost, it’s a folk band, and they’re kicking off the Sunset Folk Series! Western Prom Portland, ME, Thu 7/10–Thu 8/14.more

MollyOckett Days Festival

MollyOckett Days has a little bit of everything! Catch the parade, lobsterbake, fireworks, music, and more! Bethel, ME, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

NEMC Pops Concert

It takes a dedicated musician to attend a summer music camp. Hear the sounds of these talented campers’ hard work! Sidney, ME, Sat 7/19.more

Pirates of Cobbosseecontee Weekend

This takes place on a campground, so is likely to be small — and maybe just for kids…however, it encourages you to become a pirate and join in challenges and games – and that sounds fun! The Birches Family Campground Litchfield, ME, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Summer Concert Series

The best dance hits of all time are promised at this installment of Scarborough’s Summer Concert Series. Get off your seat and on your feet! Memorial Park, Oak Hill Scarborough, ME, Thu 6/26–Thu 7/31.more

Truck and Tractor Meet

It’s all about big, bigger and biggest. Of course we’re talking tractors and trucks here. Come see old and new big machines, the kind that move the Earth. Owls Head Transportation Museum Owls Head, ME, Sat 7/19–Sun 7/20.more

Waterford World Fair

They claim this is a small fair, but it’s actually well organized and full of fun events. Check it out! North Waterford, ME, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

White’s Beach and Campground Bluegrass Fest

Camp for the weekend and listen to Bluegrass! Concert goers even get the beach and grounds to themselves! White’s Beach and Campground Brunswick, ME, Fri 7/18–Sat 7/19.more

Yarmouth Clam Festival

It’s a parade, fireworks, kayak and road races, lots of music, sales, and more! I bet you can find plenty of clams too,. Yarmouth, ME, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Jericho Plein Air Festival

For this one, artists come outdoors and let you watch them work, all over Jericho. Jericho, VT, Sat 7/19.more

Solarfest

This has lots of workshops on green topics, plus live music and a festival atmosphere. I wonder if the concerts at night are solar powered. Tinmouth, VT, Fri 7/18–Sun 7/20.more

Stars and Stripes Festival

The Stars and Stripes Festival features a patriotic parade, 5k, and park dance. Lyndonville, VT, Sat 7/19.more

The Bradford Fair

This festival features tractor and ox pulls, the Meg-a-Truck Challenge, a parade and rides, plus much more. Bradford, VT, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/20.more

Vermont Cheesemaker’s Festival

Vermont holds the highest number of cheesemakers per capita, so at this festival, you will find lots of delicious cheese! Shelburne, VT, Sun 7/20.more

Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show

Wow! This is a full six weeks of Top Equestrian Competition! Watch beautiful horses racing and jumping, hit the boutiques, and enjoy a delicious meal. Harold Beebe Farm East Dorset, VT, Wed 7/2–Sun 8/10.more

Outdoor Theatre & More – click map above to set region	Mon 7/14	Tue 7/15	Wed 7/16	Thu 7/17	Fri 7/18	Sat 7/19	Sun 7/20	Mon 7/21
Salsa in the ParkBoston, MA Mondays at 6-9pm. Blackstone Community Center	M							M
Sunday Parkland GamesCambridge, MA Sundays at 3:30-6pm. The parklands along Memorial Drive near the Weeks Footbridge							S
Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA Sundays at 3:30-6pm. Memorial Drive at JFK Street							S
Jacob’s Pillow “Inside/Out” PerformancesBecket, MA Wednesdays – Saturdays at 6:15pm. Henry J. Leir Stage at the breathtaking Marcia and Seymour Simon Performance Space, 413-243-0745.			W	R	F	S
Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA Fridays at 11:45am and 1:30pm. Georges Island, 617-223-8666.					F
Free outdoor folk dancingBoston, MA Tuesdays at 7-9:30pm. Copley Square		T
Burlington Children’s ShowsBurlington, MA Mondays 6:30pm on town common, Thursdays 1pm at Simonds Park. Various, 781-270-1695.	M			R				M
Playhouse in the ParkBoston, MA 11am , 6pm. Shattuck Picnic Grove		T
Apollinaire in the Park presents: The Caucasian Chalk CircleChelsea, MA 7:30pm; Invasion: Wednesday & Saturday; Bocón: Thursday & Sunday. Mary O’Malley Park, Waterfront, 617-887-2336.			W	R		S	S
Much Ado About Nothing – Adaptation (Brave the Bard)Cambridge, MA 9:30am-3pm. Various Locations, 617-349-4380.								M
A Midsummer Night’s DreamEaston, MA 7pm. Borderland State Park, 617-294-9722.							S
Summer Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA Tues&Thurs 10am. Town Common		T		R
Theater on the Green & Family Concerts @ ReadingReading, MA Kids theatre Wed, 3-4pm. Bandstand at Memorial Park, 781-942-9075.			W
A Midsummer Night’s DreamBeverly, MA No time listed. Beverly, Fall River, and Easton	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
A Midsummer Night’s DreamBeverly, MA No time listed. Hale Farm, 617-294-9722.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
A Midsummer Night’s DreamFall River, MA No time listed. Fall River Historical Society, 617-294-9722.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
Worcester Shakespeare FestivalWorcester, MA Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. Memorical Grove Amphitheatre, Green Hill Park					F	S	S
Shakespeare Under the StarsAmherst, MA 7pm; except Aug 17 at 2pm. The Renaissance Center, 650 East Pleasant St			W	R	F	S	S
The Complete Works of William ShakespeareLenox, MA various times. Tina Packer Playhouse		T	W			S	S
3rd ThursdaysPittsfield, MA 5pm. Various Locations, 413-499-9348.				R
Prescott Park Arts FestivalPortsmouth, NH 7pm. Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848.			W
Momentum Theatre TroupeNew London, NH 7pm. Town Commons			W		F		S	S
Momentum Theatre TroupeLebanon, NH 7pm. Colburn Park			W
Summer Theatre Festival at Waveny ParkCanaan, CT Outdoors. Mostly 8pm, but some daytimes too. 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. Waveny Park, 203-966-4634.			W	R	F	S	S
Family CampfiresFranklin, CT 7pm. Blue Slope, 138 Blue Hill Road, 860-642-6413.				R
Ocean Beach Park Classic Car Cruise NightNew London, CT Mondays at 6pm. Ocean Beach Park	M							M
Fireworks In The SquareOld Orchard Beach, ME Thursdays at 9:45pm approx. The Pier, 2 Old Orchard St				R
Shakespeare in the ParkKennebunk, ME 7-9:30pm. Lafayette Park, Storer St, 646-360-3260.			W	R	F	S
Shakespeare Comes to Fort KnoxBrewer, ME Julius Caesar runs July 17-20 and July 24-27 in Indian Trail Park in Brewer. It then moves to Fort Knox July 31-Aug. 3. Indian Trail Park and Fort Knox				R	F	S	S
Momentum Theatre TroupeWoodstock, VT 7pm. United Universalist Church			W		F		S	S

Outdoor Movies – click map above to set region	Mon 7/14	Tue 7/15	Wed 7/16	Thu 7/17	Fri 7/18	Sat 7/19	Sun 7/20	Mon 7/21
Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. Various parks, 617-349-6200.			W
WBZ Free Friday FlicksBoston, MA Fridays at various times. Various Locations, 617-787-7200.					F
Summer in the City at the Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA Fridays at various times. 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000.					F
Burlington Family Movies on the CommonBurlington, MA Wednesdays; movies start at dusk. Town Common			W
Movie Nights at the BeachRevere, MA Thursdays (except 6/27), movies at dusk. Revere Beach, 781-286-8190.				R
Movies in the ParksBoston, MA Sundays at dusk. Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, 718-639-6002.							S
Magic 106.7 Family Film FestivalBoston, MA Saturdays ; no time listed yet. South garden at the Prudential Center						S
SomerMovie FeastSomerville, MA Thursdays at just after sunset. Seven Hills Park, 617-666-3311.				R
Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night MoviesBoston, MA Sundays at dusk. Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, 718-639-6002.							S
Winthrop Movies in the ParkWinthrop, MA various times. Ingleside Park, 617-846-8243.						S
Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. various locations			W
Summer Concerts on the CommonNorwood, MA Sundays at 7-9pm. Town Common							S
Movie at the BeachLittleton, MA Thursday at 8:30pm. Long Lake Beach, 22 Town Road, 978-540-2490.				R
Salem Movie in the ParkSalem, MA Saturdays at dusk. Various parks						S
Movies at Lynch ParkBeverly, MA Sundays (except 8/9); various time. Lynch Park							S
Movies at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA Thursday Nights at Dusk. Hingham Shipyard				R
Movies in the ParkMarion, MA Wednesdays ; times vary between 7:45 and 8:45. Island Wharf			W
Worcester Film Works Summer Movies at the OvalWorcester, MA Thursdays; no time listed yet. Worcester Common Oval, 455 Main Street				R
Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA Fridays (except 7/19) at 6:30-8pm. Millside Park, 2 Ferry St, (413) 529-1440.					F	S
Outdoor Movies at Clapp ParkPittsfield, MA Fridays at 8:30pm; (raindate: 8/8 – 8/15). Clapp Park, West Housatonic Street, 499-9370.					F
Summer Movies SeriesGreenfield, MA Saturdays; Time:TBD. The Energy Park						S
Movies in the ParkGardner, MA Fridays at 8pm. Monument park, 978-632-1900.					F
Movies on the BlockProvidence, RI Thursdays at 7:30pm. Westminster St at Union St				R
Newport FilmNewport, RI Various Times.					R
Movies on the beachWesterly, RI Tuesdays at 8:30pm. Atlantic Beach Park, 401-596-7761 or 401-348-2597.		T
Movies in the ParkWolfeboro, NH Fridays (except 7/5) at various times. Foss Field (On Soccer Field by Back Bay)					F
Movies on the GreenNorth Conway, NH Tuesdays at various times. Settlers Green Outlet, Rt 16, 603-356-7031 x10.		T
Monday Night Movies on the BeachHampton Beach, NH Mondays at dusk. near the playground	M							M
Summer Movies at Bauer ParkMadison, CT Fridays (1/18, 8/1) at dusk. Bauer Park					F
Friday Night Movies, Rocky HillRocky Hill, CT Fridays at 6:30-8:30pm. Veterans Memorial Amphitheater (Back of Elm Ridge Park)					F
Beach Blanket Movie at SunsetNew London, CT sunset.		T
Summer Outdoor MoviesNorwalk, CT Saturdays at 6pm. Shady Beach						S
Family Movie and Picnic NightsGreenwich, CT Mondays (picnic: 6:30pm; movie: 7:45pm). Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, 203-622-7814, 203-622-6472.								M
Beach Blanket Movie NightsNew London, CT Tuesday nights; not free. Hygenic Art Park, 79 Bank St, 860-443-8001.		T
Friday FlixNew Haven, CT Fridays at 2-3:30pm. , 203-946-6768.					F
Ben & Jerry’s Summer Movie FestivalWaterbury, VT dusk. 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, 802-862-9620.						S
Splash TheaterKillington, VT Wednesdays at 7pm. Johnson Recreation Center Pool			W

Boston’s concert season is rocking this year! Some of the concerts in Boston you can get tickets to online include John Legend at the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion, Fleetwood Mac, teen superstar Justin Bieber and even Tom Petty at Fenway Park. Boston seems to always have lots of events going on, even stuff for the kids like Disney on Ice Frozen at the Fleet Center.

Outdoor Music – click map above to set region	Mon 7/14	Tue 7/15	Wed 7/16	Thu 7/17	Fri 7/18	Sat 7/19	Sun 7/20	Mon 7/21
Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12nn-2pm. Downtown Crossing		T	W		F
Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA Thursdays at 1pm. 47 Palmer St.				R
3rd. ThursdaysPittsfield, MA 5-8pm. Downtown, North St				R
WODS Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA TBA for MAY. Hatch Shell, Esplanade			W			S
Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkBoston, MA Tuesdays and Thursdays 12nn-2pm. Post Office Square, 617-482-2139.		T		R
Kendall Square Concert SeriesCambridge, MA 12-1:30pm. North Plaza, 300 Athenaeum Street, 617 577-7354.		T		R
Concerts in the Courtyard at Boston Public LibraryBoston, MA Wednesdays at 6pm & Fridays at 12:30pm. Central Library in Copley Square, 617-536-5400.			W		F
Titus Sparrow Park Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Titus Sparrow Park, South End, 617-918-5289.			W
Summer in the City Entertainment at Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA 6-10pm. Rowes Wharf, Boston Harbor Hotel	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
Boston Harbor Island Jazz SundaysBoston, MA 1pm. Spectacle Island, 617-223-8108.							S
Berklee Jazz on Spectacle IslandBoston, MA 1pm. Spectacle Island, 617-223-8108.							S
Burlington Summer ConcertsBurlington, MA Tuesdays at 6:30pm. Town Common		T
Summer Concert Series at DedhamDedham, MA 7pm. Endicott Estate Lawn, 781-329-9118.			W
Circle the SquareMedford, MA Thursdays at 4pm. Medford Square				R
Summer Concerts at The Greenway SessionsBoston, MA Fridays at 6pm. Various locations					F
Summer Music and Movies SeriesJamaica Plain, MA Sundays at 6pm. Pinebank, Jamaica Pond							S
Heritage Festivals / Dancing in the ParkNewton, MA Sundays at 6:30pm (HF); Wednesdays at 7pm (DP). Various							S
Reading “Touch of Class” Family ConcertsReading, MA Sundays at various times. Town Hall Common							S
Emerald Necklace Conservancy Summer SundaysJamaica Plain, MA Sundays at 6pm. Pinebank, Jamaica Pond							S
Medford Family Network’s Wrights Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood ConcertsBoston, MA Thursdays (except 8/3); 7pm. Various				R
Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
Summer Sunset Concert SeriesCanton, MA Tuesdays at 7-9pm. The Village Shoppes Canton, 95 Washington St		T
Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
Summer Concert Series at CantonCanton, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Canton High School, 781-821-5030.			W
Brookline Summer Concert SeriesBrookline, MA Wednesdays at 6pm. Emerson Park			W
Tito Puente Latin Music SeriesBoston, MA Thusdays at 7pm. Various locations				R
Sunday Concert Series at RevereRevere, MA Sundays at 6pm. American Legion lawn, 281 Broadway							S
Landmarks Orchestra Summer ConcertsBoston, MA 7-9pm. At the Hatch Shell			W
Summer Concerts at Charlestown Navy YardCharlestown, MA 6pm. Charlestown Navy Yard				R
Arts on the Arcade Concert SeriesBoston, MA Fridays in July and August; 11am. Samuel Adams Park, Faneuil Hall					F
Dorothy Curran Concert SeriesBoston, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. City Hall Plaza			W
Hudson Summer Concerts – Wood ParkHudson, MA Wednesdays at 6-9pm. Wood Park, Park Street			W
Hopkinton Concerts on the CommonHopkinton, MA Sundays at 5-7pm. Town Common							S
Concerts on the Green, FraminghamFramingham, MA Fridays at 6:30-8:30pm. Village Green at Framingham Center, 508-532-5960 ask for “Building Services”-.					F
Summer Concerts on the Common, NorwoodNorwood, MA 2014:Sundays at 7pm. Town Common, Washington St & Nahatan St							S
Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA 7:15pm. Hastings Park Bandstand, Worthen Road at Old Mass Ave, 781-862-0500 x707.		T
Wellesley’s Free Concert SeriesWellesley, MA Wednesdays; no time listed. Town Hall Green, 781-235-2370.			W
Dover Summer Concert SeriesDover, MA Tuesdays at 7-8pm. Dover Town Common		T
Summer Concert Series at SudburySudbury, MA Mondays at 7pm. Haskell Field, 979-639-2356.	M							M
Town of Lincoln Summer ConcertsLincoln, MA Wednesdays at 6-8:30pm. , 781-259-0784.			W
Concerts on the CommonFitchburg, MA Thursdays at 7:30pm ; no performance on 7/24. Upper Common				R
Art in the Parks, NeedhamNeedham, MA Thursdays at 7pm. Memorial Park, 781-455-7521.				R
Hudson Summer Concerts – Cellucci ParkHudson, MA Thursdays 12pm. Cellucci Park, 37 South Street				R
Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA Fridays at 6:30pm to dusk. Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Ave., 781-862-2480-.					F
Concerts on the Common at BedfordBedford, MA Thursdays at 7pm. Town Common				R
Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA Mondays 7pm. Sampas Pavilion	M							M
Summer Concerts on the Common at BillericaBillerica, MA Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Common, 978-671-0921.		T
Summer Band Concerts & Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA Sundays at 6pm. Town Common							S
Concerts on the CommonWilmington, MA Wednesdays at 6:30-8pm. Town Common			W
Sunday Concerts in the ShellBeverly, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Lynch Park							S
Music In Masconomo Park Summer Concert SeriesManchester, MA 2014:Tuesdays at 6-8pm. Masconomo Park		T
Sundays in Patton ParkHamilton, MA 5-7pm. Patton Park, Rt 1A, 978-468-4818.							S
Lowell Summer Music SeriesLowell, MA 7:30pm (except 7/25 – 7/27 at various times; 9/6 at 10am). Boarding House Park						S
Concerts on the CommonBeverly, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Beverly Common							S
Summer Beach ConcertsLynn, MA Thursdays (except 7/26) ; 6-8pm except 7/3: 7-9pm. Red Rock Park on the beach at Lynn Shore Drive.				R
Marblehead Festival of Arts Performing Arts at Crocker ParkMarblehead, MA various artist at various times. Marblehead Harbor, 11 Front Street		S
SurfSide Live! with FireworksSalisbury, MA Saturdays at 7:30pm. Salisbury Beach Center, 3 Broadway Street						S
Topsfield Concerts on the CommonTopsfield, MA Sundays 4-6pm. Town Common							S
Summer Concert Series at DanversDanvers, MA 6pm. Danvers Rotary Pavilion, 978-777-0001 x3094.	M		W					M
North Reading Concert/BBQ SeriesNorth Reading, MA Wednesdays at 5-8pm. Ipswich River Park			W
Castle Hill Summer Picnic ConcertsIpswich, MA 7pm. Castle Hill, 978-356-4351 x4015.				R
Summer Concert Series at PeabodySalem, MA 3pm. 15 Peabody Street							S
Gloucester Block PartyGloucester, MA Saturdays at 6pm. Main Street, from Pleasant to Washington, Email: glostablockpahty@gmail.com.						S
Concerts at the ShellSalem, MA Tuesdays at 7-9pm. Salem Willows		T
Summer Concert Series at Soule HomesteadMiddleboro, MA Saturdays at 6pm. 46 Soule Street						S
Evenings Under the StarsHingham, MA Saturdays at 7pm. Not free. Carr Amphitheater, One Conservatory Drive						S
Summer Concerts at WeymouthWeymouth, MA Thursdays at 6:30pm. Ralph Talbot Amphitheatre, next to Town Hall				R
Summer Concert Series at Marshfield- “FinalizingMarshfield, MA Sundays at 6pm. Town Green or Proprietors Green							S
Summer Concert Series at DartmouthDartmouth, MA 6:30-8:30pm. Apponagansett Park			W
Foxboro Jaycees ConcertsFoxboro, MA Thursdays, except 6/11; 7-9pm. Foxboro Common				R
Westport Rivers Winery Concert SeriesWestport, MA 6-8pm. 417 Hixbridge Rd, 508-636-3423.					F
Musical Mondays at FeatherstoneMartha’s Vinyard, MA Mondays at 6:30pm. Featherstone	M							M
Sharon Bands Summer Concert SeriesSharon, MA Various times. Various Locations							S
Concerts on the Common at MansfieldMansfield, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. South Common			W
Hopedale Summer Band Concert SeriesHopedale, MA Wednesdays at 7-9pm. Hopedale Town Park Bandstand, 508-473-8439.			W
Grille on the HillWorcester, MA Thursday at 6 – 8pm. Worcester Common, 508-799-1400 x3.				R
Sterling Summer ConcertsSterling, MA Mondays and Wednesdays at 6-8pm. Memorial Park	M		W					M
Alternatives’ Summer Concert SeriesWhitinsville, MA Thursdays at 6-8pm. Alternatives’ Whitin Mill Plaza, 50 Douglas Road, 508-266-6502.				R
MA Symphony Orchestra Summer Family ConcertWorcester, MA Various evening times. Various Locations							S
Family Concert Series at West SpringfieldWest Springfield, MA 7-8:30pm. Various				R
Sunday Night Concerts at WestfieldWestfield, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Stanley Park							S
Musical Moments In Amelia’s GardenWestfield, MA Tuesdays at 6:30pm. 21 South Broad Street		T
Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA Fridays 6:30-8pm. Millside Park, 2 Ferry St					F
Sunday Night ConcertsWestfield, MA 6-8pm. Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-568-9312 x100.							S
Concerts at Windsor LakeNorth Adams, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Windsor Lake, 413-664-6180.			W
Concerts at the ClarkWilliamstown, MA Tuesdays at 6pm (except 8/3, Sunday at 2pm). 225 South St., 413-458-2303.		T
Look Park ConcertsFlorence, MA 2014:Tuesdays at 10am. Pines Theater, Look Park, 413-584-5457.		T
Summer of Love ConcertsOnset, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Onset Bandshell			W
Summer Concert Series – OstervilleOsterville, MA Thursdays at 6-7pm. Library Lawn					R
TDBank Summer Concerts- YarmouthWest Yarmouth, MA Mondays at 6-7:30pm. Bandstand at Parkers River Beach on South Shore Drive, 508-778-1008.	M							M
TDBank Summer Concerts – DennisDennis, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Village Green					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – HarwichHarwich, MA Mondays at 6-7:30pm. Brooks Park Band Stand, Harwich Center, Oak St, 508-432-3622.	M							M
TDBank Summer Concerts – HyannisHyannis, MA Tue 6-7:30pm. Aselton Park		T
TDBank Summer Concerts – ChathamChatham, MA Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm. Kate Gould Park			W
Concerts in the Park at Buzzards BayBuzzards Bay, MA Thursdays at 6:30-8:30pm. Buzzards Bay Park at the Gazebo				R
TDBank Summer Concerts – MashpeeMashpee, MA Thursdays at 6:30-7:30pm. Mashpee Commons				R
TDBank Summer Concerts – Dennis PortSouth Yarmouth, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Village Green					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – FalmouthFalmouth, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Peg Noonan Park, Main St, 508-362-0066.					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – OrleansOrleans, MA Thursdays 6-7:30pm. Nauset Beach				R
Sundown Concerts at Fruitland MuseumsHarvard, MA Thursdays at 7:15pm. 102 Prospect Hill Road, 978-456-3924.				R
Concerts in the ParksGardner, MA Saturdays at 6pm. Monument Park						S
Library Summer Concert SeriesProvidence, RI Starts July 8th. Knight Memorial Library, 275 Elmwood Avenue, 401-467-2700.		T
Newport Music SeriesNewport, RI Different times, venues and $.					F
Friday Night Concert SeriesProvidence, RI Fridays 7:30pm. Waterplace Park					F
North Kingstown Concert SeriesNorth Kingstown, RI Tuesdays 7pm. Various		T
Monday Night Summer Concerts at Marina ParkSouth Kingstown, RI Mondays at 6:30pm. Marina Park	M							M
Concerts under the ElmsProvidence, RI Thursdays at 6:30pm. John Brown House Museum				R
Concerts Under the ElmsProvidence, RI Thursdays at 6:30pm. John Brown House Museum				R
Family Night Concert SeriesNewport, RI Tuesdays at 6pm. Easton’s Beach, 401-845-5810.		T
Free Sunday Summer Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI 2014:Sundays 6-7:30pm. Village Green							S
Summer Concerts at the GazeboNarragansett, RI Fridays at 6pm. Gazebo					F
Summer Concert SeriesJamestown, RI Sundays at 6:30-8pm. Memorial Square, 401-423-7260.							S
Conventry Summer Night Concert SeriesCoventry, RI Sundays at 6pm. Paine Field, 1277 Main St							S
City Hall Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI Sundays at 6pm. City Hall Ampitheatre							S
Blues on the Beach & Monday Night JamsWesterly, RI Wenesdays & Mondays at 6pm. Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Avenue	M		W					M
Summer Concert Series at Warwick, RIWarwick, RI Wednesdays (except 8/2) at 6:30-8pm. Various parks, 401-738-2000 x6504.			W
Wakefield Concert Band Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI 2014:Mondays at 6:30-7:30pm. Marina Park	M							M
Music All Around Town at Cranston, RICranston, RI 6:30pm. William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St				R
Slater Park Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI 6pm. Slater Park		T
Waterville Concert SeriesWaterville Valley, NH Various times. Various						S
Merrimack Concert AssociationMerrimack, NH Wednesdays at 6:30-8:30pm except 7/3. Abbie Griffin Park Bandstand			W
Haddad Bandstand Concerts on Sargent CommonNew London, NH No time listed. Whipple Memorial Town Hall, 603-526-4821.					F
Concert Series on the GreenAmherst, NH Tuesdays at 7pm. Village Green		T
Henniker Summer Concert SeriesHenniker, NH 2014:Every Tuesday night at 7pm with a BONUS concert on THURSDAY JULY 17th AT 7:30pm. Bandstand, Community Park, Main St.		T		R
Saint-Gaudens Summer Concert SeriesCornish, NH Sundays at 2pm. Little Studio, Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site							S
Summer in the Street – PortsmouthPortsmouth, NH 5-9:30pm. Pleasant Street						S
New Boston CONCERT on the CommonGoffstown, NH Tuesdays at 6-8pm.		T
Canobie Talent Search at Canobie Lake ParkSalem, NH no time listed. Canobie Lake Park, 603.893.3506.				R
Bandstand ConcertsHampton Falls, NH Wednesdays (except 9/1) at various times. Town Common			W
River House Restaurant Concert SeriesPortsmouth, NH 7pm. Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848.			W
Friends of Stark Park Concert SeriesManchester, NH Sundays 2-4pm.							S
Mondays on Lebanon CommonLebanon, NH Mondays at 7pm. Colburn Park	M							M
The Summer Music Series at The Governor’s InnRochester, NH various times. Rochester Common, 603-332-4120.				R	F	S	S
Sounds on the Souhegan Summer Concert SeriesMilford, NH Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm. Emerson Park			W
Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Summer ConcertTilton, NH Sundays at 6-8:30pm. Tilton lsland Park, 603-286-3000.							S
Cochecho Arts FestivalDover, NH various times. Henry Law Park		T	W		F
Sea Shell Stage at Hampton BeachHampton Beach, NH Everyday at 7pm.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
Summer Concert SeriesHancock, NH Thursdays at 7-8:30pm. Gazebo, 603-525-4441.				R
Music by the Sea Outdoor Concert SeriesRye, NH Thursdays at 6pm. Seacoast Science Center, Rt 1A				R
Field of Dreams ConcertsSalem, NH Thursdays at 6:30pm & Saturdays at 2pm. Field of Dreams				R
Arts Jubilee at Cranmore ResortNorth Conway, NH Thursdays at various times. Cranmore Ski Resort				R
Bedford’s Family Cultural SeriesBedford, NH Tuesdays at 7pm. Performance Stage (Pool Complex), 603-472-5242.		T
Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music. Ocean Beach Park	M							M
Music on the GreenSouthington, CT Wednesdays at 7-9pm. Downtown Southington			W
Summer Concerts at the Sherman Green GazeboFairfield, CT various times. Sherman Green Gazebo			W	R			S
Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. North Haven Town Green, 203-331-4120.		T
Bloomfield Summer Concerts on the GreenBloomfield, CT Thursdays at 7pm. Bloomfield Town Hall Green, 860-243-2923.				R
West Haven Summer ConcertsWest Haven, CT Fridays 7-9pm. Old Grove Park / West Haven Green					F
Cocktails with the WhalesMystic, CT 6-8pm. 55 Coogan Blvd, 860-572-5955 ext- 520.					F
City Center Concerts on the GreenDanbury, CT No time listed. CityCenter					F	S	S
Manchster Bandshell SeriesManchester, CT 7pm.	M		W		F			M
Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Green		T
Summer Concerts at TrumbullTrumbull, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Hall Gazebo		T
Summer Concert Series at TorringtonTorrington, CT Tuesdays and Fridays at 7pm except for 8/16 (Saturday). Coe Memorial Park, Civic Center, 860-489-2274.		T			F
Summer SoundWaves Concert SeriesGroton, CT Thursday at 6 – 8pm. Esker Point Beach				R
Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert SeriesMilford, CT Fridays at 7pm. Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, 203-878-0681.					F
Summer Concert Series at ThomastonThomaston, CT Mondays at 7pm. Seth Thomas Park, South Main St	M							M
Norwalk Parks Concert ScheduleNorwalk, CT Fridays at 7pm. Calf Pasture Beach, 203-854-7806.					F
Summer Concert Series at the Veterans Memorial ParkWatertown, CT Wednesdays at 7pm. Veterans’ Memorial Park, 570 Nova Scotia Hill Road			W
Branford Jazz on the Green SeriesBranford, CT Thursdays at 6:30pm. Branford Town Green				R
Summer Concert Series at Unionville, CTUnionville, CT Thursdays at 7pm. Alice Clover Pinney Park, School St				R
Summer Concert Series at the Mill Pond Park GazeboNewington, CT Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30pm. Mill Pond Park					F
Summer Concert at Dickinson ParkNewtown, CT Tuesdays at 12:30pm. Dickinson Memorial Park		T
Summer Concert SeriesRocky Hill, CT Thursdays (except 8/6) at 6:30-8:30pm. Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, Elm Ridge Park, 860-258-2772.				R
Town Band ConcertsGlastonbury, CT Sundays at 7pm. Hubbard Green							S
Summer Music FestivalNew Britain, CT 7pm. Walnut Hill Park, Darius Miller Memorial Band Shell	M		W					M
Levitt PavilionWestport, CT 7:00pm. 40 Jesup Road		T
Woodbridge Summer Concert SeriesWoodbridge, CT 6-8pm. Gazebo, 4 Meetinghouse Lane		T
Summer Concert Series at BristolBristol, CT Tuesdays at 7-8:30pm. Rockwell Park		T
Hamden Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT Fridays at 7:30pm. Torn Center Park					F
Hamden Art Commission Free Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT Fridays at 7:30pm. Town Center Park at Meadowbrook, 2761 Dixwell Ave, 203-287-2546.					F
Summer Music SundaysMystic, CT Sundays at 5pm.							S
Glastonbury Riverfront Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT 7-9pm. Riverfront Park			W
Twilight TunesWallingford, CT Wednesday at 7-9pm. Wallingford Parade Grounds			W
Summer “Best Bet” Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm. Field behind the Riverfront Community Center on Welles Street			W
Summer Concert Series at Greenwich, CTGreenwich, CT 204: Wednesdays at 7:15-8:45pm. Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, 203-861-6100.			W
Concert on the Green at Windsor, CTWindsor, CT Thursdays at 7-9pm. Town Green				R
Summer Fun Free Concerts at MCCMansfield, CT Thursdays at 6:30. Community Center Green				R
Guilford Savings Bank Concert SeriesClinton, CT Thursdays at 6:30-8pm. Pierson School, Route 1., (860) 669-3889.				R
Concerts in the ParkEast Hartford, CT Thursdays at 6pm. Town Green, 1047 Main St				R
Davis Park Concert SeriesKillingly, CT Thursdays at 6pm. Davis Park				R
Kennebunk Weekly Concerts in the ParkKennebunk, ME Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm. Lafayette Park, Storer St.			W
Summer Concerts at Norcross PointWinthrop, ME no time listed yet. Off Bowdoin/Memorial							S
Yarmouth Summer Art SeriesYarmouth, ME Wednesdays at 6pm ; raindate is Thursday. Royal River Park			W
Summer Concert Series at Wells Harbor ParkWells, ME Saturdays at 6:30pm. Wells Harbor Park						S
Poland Spring Annual Summer Concert SeriesPoland Spring, ME Mondays (except 8/26) at 7pm. 37 Preservation Way	M							M
Mill Creek Park Summer ConcertsSouth Portland, ME Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Mill Creek Park, 207-767-7650.			W
Summer in the Parks ConcertsPortland, ME Wed.: Western Prom Park & Thurs.: Deering Oaks Park & Fort Sumner Park ; various times. Western Prom Park (mostly)			W	R
Waterfront ConcertsBangor, ME various times. Bangor Waterfront Pavilion					F
Enosburgh Town Band TuesdaysEnosburgh, VT Tuesdays at 7:30-8:30pm. Lincoln park		T
Island Pond’s Friday Night LiveIsland Pond, VT 6-10pm. Pavilion Park					F