Events INSIDER: May 19-27, 2014

Win: Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam

A Hall of Fame career began with the creation of this adolescent band. Catch Dave Mason relive those days live on stage! We’ve got 2 pairs of tickets to give away! Email giveaways@eventsinsider.com. Boston, MA, Wed 5/21.more

Win: Speakeasy Circus

We have 2 pairs of tickets to give away! 2 tickets to the 7:00 show, 2 tickets to the 10:00 show. Send an email to giveaways@eventsinsider.com for a chance to win! Cambridge, MA, Fri 5/23.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

Arunah Hill Memorial Day Weekend Pot Luck

There’s a 110 year old telescope at Aruna Hill Natural Science Center, where they’re hosting a Pot Luck on Saturday. Sounds like an out-of-this world meal to me! Cummington, MA, Sat 5/24.more

US Air Guitar Qualifier @ Boston

Let your inner rock star come out and have fun at the Boston Qualifier of the US 2014 Air Guitar Tournament. Is your air guitar skill legendary? Grab your air pick, amp, and case, and compete! 18+. 4pm. Cambridge, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Memorial Day Parade: Cambridge, MA

Cambridge’s Memorial Day Parade kicks off with a cannon salute, and too many marching groups to count, starting at 9:30am. 9:30am. Cambridge, MA, Mon 5/26.more

18th-Century Horsemanship With Arms

Watch horsemen with swords slashing through melons disguised as soldiers. Also, live music and demos of medical procedures as practiced in 1700. 10-4pm. Wethersfield, CT, Sat 5/24.more

‘Welcome to Our Home’ A Living History Tour

Once a month, you get the chance of talking to an expert who is fully dressed as someone from the Alcott family, while going on an interactive tour around their house. 4:45-5:45pm. Concord, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Alton Weagle Day

Send the most creative (and never done before) idea for climbing Mt. Washington and if it’s good enough you might be invited to the climb. Crazy, right? Contact howie@mt-washington.com. Gorham, NH, Sat 5/24.more

Memorial Day Fireworks at Hampton Beach

A day at the beach is usually fun. Finish it off with a spectacular fireworks show. 9:30pm. Hampton, NH, Sun 5/25.more

Newburyport Spring Fest

You can’t go wrong with this springtime street fest in downtown Newburyport. It’s always fun, and you can go to the beach if you need to take a break! 10-5pm. Newburyport, MA, Sun 5/25–Mon 5/26.more

Lynn Civil War Sesquicentennial Events

Death match! Who will win in the Roman arena? Lincoln or Douglass? No, not Stephen Douglas, the former presidential candidate, but Frederick Douglass, the freed slave, author, and abolitionist. Maybe they won’t really fight, but they’ll have dinner and Civil War music. So that’s good. Maybe they’ll fight vampires together. Springfield, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Murder Mystery Adventure Getaways: The Amazing Case

site not updated,Role Playing Scavenger Hunt! Do I have to say more? It features tours around mansions, wine tasting, visits to antique shops, a murder and top notch food by Brian chef Handley. Newport, RI, Fri 5/23–Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day Pow-wow

There’s always something interesting to do at Pow wows. From dancing, singing, to watching demonstrations and crafts. They’ll have storytelling and a tipi you can go inside of. Charlemont, MA, Sat 5/24–Mon 5/26.more

BattleCry at WPI

We make them fight each other now, but someday robots will rule us all, I’m telling you! But what the heck, let’s enjoy the show while we can, it’s free! Clinton, MA, Sat 5/24–Sun 5/25.more

Taste of Faneuil Hall

Sample the best food and drink Faneuil Hall has to offer. Enjoy craft beers and foods from all corners of the Quincy Market Food Colonnade and the world! 6- 9pm. Boston, MA, Thu 5/22.more

Big of the Year Gala

In addition to celebrating amazing volunteers, this year’s event will also honor former Mayor Menino for his contributions to the program over the years. Boston, MA, Thu 5/22.more

The Hub Crawl Scavenger Hunt

This is a pub crawl scavenger hunt for charity. Yes, you read that right. Why haven’t you signed up yet? 6:30pm. Boston, MA, Fri 5/23.more

MFA Open House

There is free admission for all to The Museum of Fine Arts on Memorial Day. Fun for the whole family! 10@4:45pm. Boston, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Shadows of Shangri La: Exhibition Opening and Book Signing

Be among the first to see this pictoral exhibition showcasing an inside observer’s process of entering into and coming to understand a foreign land. 5pm. Cambridge, MA, Thu 5/22.more

Awesome Day Fest

Song by song, this collection of local bands and artists aim to prove that Awesome Day Fest lives up to its name! 7-11pm. Cambridge, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Review: Sila

Climate change gets personal in this blending of Inuit myth and contemporary Arctic policy. In three languages, you’ll feel climate change like never before. Cambridge, MA, Thu 4/24–Sun 5/25.more

Discovery Day in Lexington

A fun day for everyone: Food, balloons, live music, entertainment and sales from Lexington’s best vendors. 10-3pm. Lexington, MA, Sat 5/24.more

The Robin Zander Band

A few Cheap Trick hits are promised as part of this show from Robin Zander’s newest band. They want you to want to be there! ;). Natick, MA, Fri 5/23.more

Asparagus Festival at Verrill Farm

Really? This is a festival dedicated to Asparagus. Tour the fields and enjoy the lunch buffet, which is all inspired by the first crop of the green vegetable. 11am. Concord, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Wildquack Duck River Festival

This rubber duck race is changing things a bit and features Olympic ducks and BIG ducks, which I have heard hold the bigger, better prizes. 8-4pm. Jackson, NH, Sun 5/25.more

Chowderfest & Brews

Will your favorite take home the Golden Clam award? Be a part of this chowderfest in Waterville Valley. Waterville Valley, NH, Sun 5/25.more

Artists’ Plein Air Day

Artists are invited to Cogswell’s Grant and encouraged to paint anything they find attractive. There will be free beverages and food. They can tour a museum full of American folk art too! 9-5pm. Essex, MA, Sat 5/24.more

Wolf Hollow Family Day

Let your Memorial Day weekend go to the wolves as you explore these intriguing animals. Beer and soda sampling for adults and kids along with games and activities. 11-3pm. Ipswich, MA, Sun 5/25.more

The Secret Garden

The Secret Garden is not so secret anymore, but its story is always entertaining. This one is presented in the form of a musical play. Newburyport, MA, Fri 5/9–Mon 5/19.more

Virtu Art Festival

More than 150 artists will present their work at downtown Westerly. Admission is free, but bring your wallet in case you fall in love with the crafts that will be sold. 10-5pm. Westerly, RI, Sat 5/24.more

North River Festival of the Arts

This long running festival is all about the arts. See demonstrations, displays, and juried competitions. You can even buy some to take home. Marshfield Hills, MA, Fri 5/23–Sun 5/25.more

Bayou N’ Boogie Fest

Two full days of dancing, music, and food straight from the Bayou. You can learn the steps or just kick back and enjoy. Smithfield, RI, Fri 5/23–Sun 5/25.more

Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair

Sheep are beautiful, but some sheep are more beautiful than others. This fest includes a juried show, wool workshops and spinning and knitting contests. A potluck supper is included too. Williamsburg, MA, Sat 5/24–Sun 5/25.more

Cape Cod Maritime Festival

Take a tour in a kayak, explore lighthouses, and learn about the rich maritime history of Cape Cod! There is something for everyone in this month long adventure, from nautical art to boat building. Brewster, MA, Thu 5/1–Sat 5/31.more

Figawi Race Weekend

More than 3,000 sailors cannot be wrong! Figawi Race Weekend is recognized internationally, with more than 240 boats racing through Hyannis Port. Hyannis, MA, Sat 5/24–Mon 5/26.more

Restaurant Week & Gallery Stroll Provincetown

You’ll have a full week to taste top notch dishes from more than 20 of the greatest Provincetown restaurants. Your pocket won’t suffer, since everything will be offered at at discount. I couldn’t find updated 2014 information about this. Is it really happening? Provincetown, MA, Thu 5/8–Sat 5/24.more

Single Women’s Weekend

Ladies only: Come meet awesome people, dance, drink and share great food with the attendees. The best part is that there will be spin-the-bottle games and speed meetings. Provincetown, MA, Thu 5/22–Mon 5/26.more

Rhododendron Festival

Celebrate this well-known flower by exploring over 100 varieties and taking part in fun activities. There will be a Rhododendron scavenger hunt, but I don’t think they will be hard to find. 10-5pm. Sandwich, MA, Sat 5/17–Sun 5/25.more

Rhododendron Festival Photography Workshop

Flowers are not as hard to photograph as supermodels. But anyways, Michael Dallaire (a real pro) will show you how to get the best out of your floral photo shoots. 9am. 2014: 1@2pm. Sandwich, MA, Fri 5/23–Sat 5/24.more

Memorial Day: Arlington, MA

Arlington welcomes you to honor the troops at its Memorial Day parade. Monday, 9:30am. 9:30am. Arlington, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day – Dorchester, MA

Dorchester’s Memorial Day parade will include wreath layings, patriotic music, and a 21 gun salute. 6am-5pm. Dorchester, MA, Mon 5/26–Sat 5/31.more

Memorial Day – Melrose, MA

Melrose’s Memorial Day Parade will take place from 10 to 11am, Sunday. 10@11am. Melrose, MA, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day – Somerville, MA

Seventy-six groups will participate in Somerville’s Memorial Day parade across the city. 12:55pm. Somerville, MA, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day – Waltham, MA

Waltham will be holding its Memorial Day exercises on the Town Common at 10am on Monday. 10am. Waltham, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Lexington, MA

Lexington will hold its Memorial Day observances at 9am on Monday. 9am. Lexington, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Watertown, MA

Watertown’s veterans will be handing out flags along the parade route on Monday, 12pm. 12pm. Watertown, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Acton, MA

The Memorial Day parade in Acton will commence at 10am Monday from the Gates school. 8am. Acton, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Tournament – Needham, MA

Last year over 900 teams competed in this soccer tournament. You’ll kick yourself if you miss this one! Needham, MA, Fri 5/23–Mon 5/26.more

Northborough Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony

Memorial Day events kick off at the Civil War Monument in Northborough on Monday at noon. 12pm. Northborough, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Concord, MA

Concord’s Memorial Day ceremonies will commence with a muster at Rideout Field at 9:30am on Monday. 9-12pm. Concord, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Hudson, MA

Memorial Day events in Hudson will begin at 10am on Monday. 10am. Hudson, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Millis, MA

Millis will hold its Memorial Day parade at 9am on Monday, travelling past the town’s various War memorials. 9am. Millis, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Needham, MA

Needham will be having a morning parade on Memorial Day. Are you attending? 6:50am. Needham, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Sudbury, MA

The United Native American Cultural Center will march in the Sudbury Memorial Day Parade. Monday, 9am. 9-12:30pm. Sudbury, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Hamilton, MA

There will be a wreath laying at the gravesites of Samuel Wigglesworth and Manasseh Cutler. 12pm. Hamilton, MA, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day: Marblehead, MA

Historic Marblehead begins its Memorial Day events on Monday at 9am. 9am. Marblehead, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Essex, MA

Essex promises small town charm as part of its Memorial Day parade. Monday, 9am. 9am. Essex, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Salem, MA

Salem will hold two days of observances and Memorial Day events, including a parade stepping off at 10:45am on Monday. 10:30am. Salem, MA, Tue 5/27–Wed 5/28.more

Memorial Day: Tewksbury, MA

Tewksbury will hold its Memorial Day events downtown beginning at 2pm on Monday. 2pm. Tewksbury, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Tyngsborough, MA

Tyngsborough will decorate the graves of the fallen before its parade and ceremonies begin at 11am on Monday. 9am. Tyngsborough, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Andover, MA

Andover’s Memorial Day events begin at 10am on Monday. 10am. Andover, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Methuen, MA

Methuen will begin its Memorial Day exercises at 9:30am on Monday. 9:30am. Methuen, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Brockton, MA

Brockton is also having Memorial Day services this year. Monday, 10am. 10am. Brockton, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Plympton Memorial Day Parade

Sixth graders will read The Gettysburg Address, In Flanders Field, and an original essay on What Memorial Day Means to Me as part of Plympton’s Memorial Day activities. Plympton, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Fall River, MA

On Memorial Day, experience a traditional military observance at 12:00 PM with the raising of the American flag from half-staff and a 21-gun salute in Fall River. 1pm. Fall River, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Battleship Cove’s Memorial Day

Battleship Cove observes Memorial Day by offering free admission to Veterans all weekend. Enjoy this historical ship with your favorite vet! Fall River, MA, Sat 5/24–Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Webster, MA

The Memorial Day program in Webster commences on Monday at 10am. 10am. Webster, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: New Bedford, MA

New Bedford’s Memorial Day parade steps off at 11:30 on Monday. 11am. New Bedford, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Ware, MA

Ware begins its Memorial Day observances at 1pm on Monday. 1pm. Ware, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: West Brookfield, MA

Memorial Day ceremonies in West Brookfield will commence at 9am on Monday. 9am. West Brookfield, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Chicopee Memorial Day Parade

The Chicopee Memorial Day Parade will step off at 10am on Monday and be followed by a ceremony at the Veteran’s Plaza. 8:30am. Chicopee, MA, Mon 5/26.more

South Hadley Memorial Day

Memorial Day in South Hadley includes a number of ceremonies, a parade, and an afternoon picnic for families. 7am. South Hadley, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: East Longmeadow, MA

Memorial Day services in East Longmeadow begin at 10am on Monday. 10:50am. East Longmeadow, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Hampden, MA

Set up along Hampden’s parade route is the Memorial Day Craft Fair. Need we explain more? Monday, 8-2. 8-2pm. Hampden, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Westfield, MA

In Westfield, they want you to work up an appetite supporting our troops. That’s why there is a huge barbecue after their parade! 10am. Westfield, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Races

You won’t lack running options with Memorial Day Marathon Races . There are 8 different races for you to take on. Put on your tennis shoes and go to the starting line. 8am. Lenox, MA, Sat 5/24–Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day: Centerville, MA

Centerville will be holding its Memorial Day observances at 9am on Monday. 9am. Centerville, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Hyannis, MA

The Memorial Day events in Hyannis run for 24 continuous hours. You can even help troops serving today. 11am. Hyannis, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Concert: Nantucket, MA

Enjoy the sounds of European cabernet and American theater classics in this Memorial Day concert on Nantucket. 4pm. Nantucket, MA, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day: Cohasset, MA

In Cohasset, Memorial Day events begin with breakfast for parade marchers at 7am and include many ceremonies and observances along the way. 7-noon. Cohasset, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Fairhaven, MA

Fairhaven will hold a parade, BIG flag raising, a ceremony, and a cannon salute on Memorial Day at 8:30am. 8:30am. Fairhaven, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Falmouth, MA

Falmouth will begin its Memorial Day exercises at 9:45 am Monday on the Town Green. 9:45am. Falmouth, MA, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: North Providence, RI

The Town of North Providence’s 7th Annual Memorial Day Parade & Celebration begins with a parade at 1pm, followed by music, entertainment, and food. 2014:12pm@6pm. North Providence, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Wakefield, RI

There is a 5k and Kid’s Dash before the Memorial Day parade in Wakefield, RI. Monday, 7am. 2014:7am. Wakefield, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: West Greenwich, RI

The West Greenwich Horseman’s Association will take part in the Memorial Day events in West Greenwich, RI. West Greenwich, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: East Greenwich, RI

East Greenwich, RI will hold its Memorial Day activities on Monday, starting at 10am. 10am. East Greenwich, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Lincoln, RI

In Lincoln, RI, the Memorial Day observances begin at 1pm on Monday. 1pm. Lincoln, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Westerly, RI

Patriotic speeches and music will follow Westerly, RI’s annual Memorial Day parade. Monday, 9:30am. 9:30am. Westerly, RI, Mon 5/26.more

Stand Up! Comics For Recovery

Comedy for a good cause. These comedians are trading laughs for awareness and support for those suffering from addiction. 7pm. Arlington, MA, Sun 5/25.more

Boston Handbell Festival

Hand bell music is fun to watch because performers tend to move around the stage. This event is more of a performance and less of a full festival, but the show is still great! Boston, MA, Tue 5/20.more

Review: Hershey Felder in Abe Lincoln’s Piano

This one man show takes to the piano to explore a night at the theater that changed our country forever. Here’s our review! Boston, MA, Tue 5/20.more

Review: Lebensraum

While we realize that a life event can have numerous, if not infinite outcomes, how often do you see it on stage? The possibilities are endless in Happy Medium Theater’s final production of the season. Boston, MA, Fri 5/9–Sat 5/24.more

Review: Carrie the Musical

Carrie the Musical sounds macabre and thrilling! Boston, MA, Sat 5/10–Sat 6/7.more

Review: Into the Woods

Your favorite fairy tale characters will get chewed up and spit out in this epic mashup, will there be a happy ending? Boston, MA, Fri 5/9–Sun 6/15.more

Hershey Felder in Abe Lincoln’s Piano

In this one man show, hear Abe Lincoln’s piano relive the life and death of a president who truly changed our country forever. Boston, MA, Thu 5/22–Sat 5/31.more

Gallo: A fable in music in one act

This unique chamber opera performance might just sweep you off your feet. Seriously. Boston, MA, Thu 5/22–Sat 5/31.more

Boston Calling

City Hall once again plays host to great bands, good people, and a truly amazing time. You should answer this calling! Boston, MA, Fri 5/23–Sun 5/25.more

Smart People

Are we born into stereotypes? This witty and intelligent play explores the idea by exploring the lives of four smart and interesting characters. Boston, MA, Fri 5/23–Sun 6/29.more

Annie Doesn’t Live Here

Tickets are free for this show completely in the hands of local teens. The acting, directing, and producing are all done by the stars of tomorrow! 7pm. Boston, MA, Sat 5/24.more

The Tempest

This performance of a Shakespeare classic gets even better with the addition of magic straight from the secrets of Teller of Penn and Teller! Cambridge, MA, Sun 5/11–Sun 6/15.more

Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT

Shakespeare’s classic cross-dressing comedy of mistaken identities is back in town. You’ve got nine nights to catch Twelfth Night, so get to it! Cambridge, MA, Thu 5/22–Fri 5/30.more

Speakeasy Circus

This isn’t your standard Big Top. Travel back in time to the roaring 20’s as you enjoy traditional circus acts with the flare of a flapper girl. Cambridge, MA, Fri 5/23.more

My Son, The Waiter

What could please a Jewish mother more than a boy who has a rich career being a waiter? Medford, MA, Wed 4/23–Sun 5/25.more

Review: On the Verge

Start with Happy Days, drop a group of Victorian women into the mix, and you’ve got a general idea of this hilarious time-travel fantasy. Watertown, MA, Sat 5/3–Sun 5/25.more

Review: In The Territories

The Great American West feels like the kind of place and time where a dramatic comedy can really shine! Beverly, MA, Fri 5/9–Sat 5/24.more

Memorial Day – Goffstown, NH

Goffstown will be holding a Memorial Day parade on Main Street on Monday. Will you be there? Goffstown, NH, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Hampstead, NH

Hampstead, NH will be having its Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday at 11am. 11am. Hampstead, NH, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Weekend Craft Festival

Make room at home and your belly, because this Memorial Day Festival will be full of craft and food vendors. 10am. Meredith, NH, Sat 5/24–Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Strafford, NH

The Memorial Day parade and ceremonies in Strafford, NH begin on Monday at 11am. 11:30am. Strafford, NH, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Henniker, NH

Observe Memorial Day in Henniker, NH beginning at 10am on Monday. 10am. Henniker, NH, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Bethany, CT

In Bethany, CT, the Memorial Day observances begin at 10am on Monday at the Bethany airport. 10am. Bethany, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Branford, CT

The Memorial Day services in Branford, CT begin on Monday at 10am. 10am. Branford, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Cheshire, CT

Cheshire’s Memorial Day parade will travel two miles across the town, starting at 1:30pm. 1:30pm. Cheshire, CT, Sun 5/25.more

Danbury’s Memorial Day 5K

This 5k runs Danbury’s Memorial Day parade route just before the parade kicks off. You’ll get a great view of the parade from the finish line, too! 8:45am. Danbury, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Derby, CT

The folks in Derby, CT recommend you get downtown no later than 9am to get a good view of their traditional Memorial Day parade. 9am. Derby, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Mile

It’s a 1-mile race before the actual Memorial Day Parade starts. Awards will be given to participants. 10:20am. East Hartford, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: East Haven, CT

East Haven CT will hold an afternoon of Memorial Day exercises starting at 3pm on Monday. 3pm. East Haven, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Picnic

Spectators of the Fairfield, CT Memorial Day parade are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy food, music and fun. Monday, 4pm. 4pm. Fairfield, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Farmington, CT

Farmington, CT’s Memorial Day parade will step off Monday at 10:30am. 8:30am. Farmington, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Parade car show – Hamden, CT

Hamden adds 500 classic cars to its Memorial Day parade and festivities. Join them at 12pm on Sunday. 12pm. Hamden, CT, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day: Madison, CT

Madison, CT will be holding its Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday at 10am. 10@11:30am. Madison, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Milford, CT

Milford’s Memorial Day Parade sets off at 2pm and includes a keynote speech from its Grand Marshall from a former Chairman of the Veterans Ceremony and Parade Commission. 2pm. Milford, CT, Sun 5/25.more

Decoration Day 1876 at Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport Museum will honor the fallen with ceremonies both inside and outside the facilities. 9-5pm. Mystic, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: North Haven, CT

There will be horses from the Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard at North Haven’s Memorial Day parade. 10:30am. North Haven, CT, Sat 5/24.more

Memorial Day Parade: Norwalk, CT

Multiple bands will be marching in Norwalk, CT’s Memorial Day parade. Monday, 9am. 9am. Norwalk, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Orange, CT

Orange’s Memorial Day parade and ceremonies start at 10:30am. 10:30am. Orange, CT, Sun 5/25.more

Memorial Day: Shelton-Derby, CT

In Shelton-Derby, CT, Memorial Day events kick off on Monday at 9am with a parade. 9am. Derby, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Parade – Southbury, CT

Enjoy this Memorial Day Parade and then go to the park for a picnic. There will be face painting, music, games, and more for the kids. 11am. Southbury, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Parade – Stafford, CT

Stafford, CT’s Memorial Day parade will include a flag ceremony at the beginning and end. Monday, 11am. 6:30am. Stafford Springs, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Torrington, CT

Torrington, CT holds a traditional Memorial Day parade as well as children’s entertainment, vendors, and food for spectators. 9:30am. Torrington, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day Parade – Trumbull, CT

Trumbull’s Memorial Day parade will include civic groups, congressional dignitaries, marching bands, fire companies, scouts, and sport leagues. Monday, 10am. 10am. Trumbull, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Norwalk, CT

Norwalk, CT’s Memorial Day parade features 11 marching bands and over 1500 participants. Monday, 10am. 10am. Norwalk, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Old Saybrook, CT

The Old Saybrook Memorial Day parade will begin at 9:30am on Monday. 9:30am-10:30pm. Old Saybrook, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Stafford, CT

In Statfford, CT, Memorial Day events will commence at 10am on Monday. 2014:10am-8pm. Stafford, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: West Haven, CT

West Haven, CT will begin its Memorial Day services on Monday at 10am. 10am. West Haven, CT, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Biddeford, ME

This Memorial Day parade begins in Saco, ME and ends in Biddeford. This year will feature a speaker and a heartfelt tribute to a member of the community. 10am. Biddeford, ME, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Farmington, ME

Farmington, ME will be holding their annual Memorial Day parade, kicking things off at 10am on Monday. 10am. Farmington, ME, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Wknd Horseshoe Tourny – Jackman, ME

This annual Memorial Weekend Horseshoe Tourny is back again promising to be a ringer. 1pm. Jackman, ME, Sat 5/24.more

Kennebunkport Memorial Day Weekend

Kennebunkport has Memorial Day events all weekend, culminating in a large parade. Kennebunkport, ME, Fri 5/23–Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Old Orchard Beach, ME

The annual Old Orchard Beach Memorial Day parade will step off at 1pm on Monday. 1pm. Old Orchard Beach, ME, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Richmond, ME

The Memorial Day parade in Richmond, ME will be held at 9am on Monday. 2014:9am-12pm. Richmond, ME, Mon 5/26.more

Memorial Day: Topsham, ME

Memorial Day ceremonies in Topsham, ME begin on Monday at 9am. 9am. Topsham, ME, Mon 5/26.more

Orwell Memorial Day Parade

The 41st Orwell Memorial Day Parade will take place on Main Street on Sunday at 1:30pm. Orwell, VT, Sun 5/25.more

Vergennes Memorial Day Parade

Veterans: Never to be Forgotten is the theme of Vermont’s largest Memorial Day parade, which will feature tractors, classic cars, and much more. 11am. Vergennes, VT, Mon 5/26.more

An Atheist in the FOXhole

What would it be like, being Bill O’Reilly’s associate producer? Find out from the man who lived it – and wrote about it. 7pm. Hartford, CT, Tue 5/27.more

May WildFire

Spinning fire sounds awesome, a bit dangerous but awesome. This 4-day camp style fest usually sells out, so click through and sign up for the next one this year! Ashford, CT, Fri 5/23–Mon 5/26.more

Brookfield Museum Strawberry Festival

This is a free jazz music concert and an antique car show, paired with strawberry short cake. There will be an exhibit in memory of the ones that gave their lives for the country. 2014:12:30-3pm. Brookfield, CT, Sun 5/25.more

Robin Hood Springtime Festival

I’ve been to this event, and it’s the best renaissance faire in New England, hands down. Come dressed as Robin Hood for added fun. Guilford, CT, Sat 5/24–Sun 6/8.more

Lobster Days

It’s Lobster Day, and lobsters are the only ones not enjoying it. Mystic Seaport has an interesting boat exhibit and optional tasty dishes for visitors. 9-5pm. Mystic, CT, Fri 5/23–Mon 5/26.more

Salsa Fest

The hottest ‘salsa’ is the one you can dance to. This festival boasts dance shows, classes and rehearsals. Food and souvenir vendors will attend too. Stamford, CT, Fri 5/23–Sun 5/25.more

Down East Spring Birding Festival

This is a birding festival that allows you to explore ‘the real Maine.’ Wait, is there a fake one or something? Maps and tours available. Perry, ME, Sat 5/24–Tue 5/27.more

Killington Stage Race

With three races to choose from, you’ll ride your way to adventure, beautiful scenery, and a lot of fun at the Killington Stage Race. Killington, VT, Sat 5/24–Mon 5/26.more

Open Studio Weekend

There are lots of talented artists in Vermont. Meet a few of them right in their houses and shops. See how they work, and maybe order some custom art! 12-6pm. Montpelier, VT, Sat 5/24–Sun 5/25.more

Medieval Fair on Thetford Hill

This is a fun medieval festival where skill games, live music and dancing come together, with great results. Visitors are encouraged to wear costumes. 11-4pm. Springfield, VT, Sat 5/24.more

Outdoor Music – click map above to set region	Tue 5/20	Wed 5/21	Thu 5/22	Fri 5/23	Sat 5/24	Sun 5/25	Mon 5/26	Tue 5/27
Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12nn-2pm. Downtown Crossing	T	W		F				T
Middlesex Concert Band RehearsalsWakefield, MA 2014:Thursdays 7:30-9:30pm. Church, 8 Lafayette St			R
Family Concert Series at West SpringfieldWest Springfield, MA 7-8:30pm. Various			R
Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music. Ocean Beach Park							M
Waterville Concert SeriesWaterville Valley, NH Various times. Various						S
Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA Mondays 7pm. Sampas Pavilion							M

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