Over the last decade, Barry Van Dusen has participated in four artist-in-residence programs around New England. In this one-hour illustrated talk, Barry will share stories and paintings from his previous residencies, with a focus on his latest and most ambitious residency project. During a 4 ½ year period (2015-2019), Barry visited all 61 of Mass […]
Will Dailey has built a dynamic DIY career as an acclaimed independent songwriter, recording artist, performer, and artist advocate. Often described as a venn diagram of multiple genres with a rich vintage vibe channeled through his authentic and energetic performances, it inspired famed rock journalist Dan Aquilante to call him “the real deal.” Through his […]
"When you have a wonderful instrument as supple as Britt's mellifluous voice, it is a luxury that allows you to apply it to a wide array of styles. With a writing flair for beautifully lyrical compositions, it takes the possibilities even further. On her recently released third album, "Longitude," Britt Connors and the vehicle of her […]
by Sam Bobrick and Julie Stein Directed by Dave Sheppard Production dates: October 8-23, 2021 (Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM, Sundays 10/10 & 10/17 at 3 PM) THE STORY: In an exchange of hilarious letters between an overbearing mother and her adult son, he blames her for breaking up his marriage and ruining his […]
Walk downtown Maynard with your costumed guide, Maynard resident Ann Gibson. Learn how the town developed and what makes it special today. About this event: 1.5 mile walk, 90 minutes. Masks are optional. Your guide is vaccinated. Free ticket required. Don't attend if you have any COVID symptoms or have been exposed. If you can't […]
Bruce Marshall and BJ Magoon performed regularly at The Sit’n Bill Pub in Maynard over its 20-plus year lifetime. Tonight BJ & Bruce are celebrating their long friendship — and the Sit’n Bull Pub! Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Bruce Marshall has been a full-time musician his entire adult life with over 9,000 shows to his credit. He […]
by Sam Bobrick and Julie Stein Directed by Dave Sheppard Production dates: October 8-23, 2021 (Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM, Sundays 10/10 & 10/17 at 3 PM) THE STORY: In an exchange of hilarious letters between an overbearing mother and her adult son, he blames her for breaking up his marriage and ruining his […]
Doors open at 4pm, performance starts at 5pm - listeners and musicians are welcome! For Sanctuary's COVID-19 policy, visit sanctuarymaynard.com.
EARTH SIGNS This entertaining, expressive, and explorative trio draws from jazz, funk, rock, and latin influences to create atmospheric grooves and galactic enhanced improvisations. Alison Keslow — Has shared the stage, recording credits, and supported artists including Victor Wooten, Joan Armatrading, Jerry Marotta, Tony Levin, John Sebastian, saxophonist Mindi Abair, and many more. Besides being an active sideman, Alison has two albums […]
Loom Press announces the book launch of The Artist and the Orchard: A Memoir by Linda Hoffman. Artist Linda Hoffman saved an orchard and reshaped her life at Old Frog Pond Farm in Harvard, Massachusetts. When she moved to the farm she didn't know anything about apple-growing. More than twenty years later, the farm is one of […]
HighCamp retools for 2021 Halloween with a dozen new tunes from the 80's new wave catalog and more. Decorate your masks and rev up your moves to the era's great hits together with stabs of funk, punk, pop, and torch — Talking Heads, Cyndi Lauper, The Clash, Bowie, Amy, The Cure, Madonna, Chaka, The B-52's, […]
Anders Morley will be discussing the journey that inspired his book, This Land of Snow: A Journey Across the North in Winter, as well as reading excerpts, sharing photographs, and answering questions. This is an in-person event. Please register here or call 978-897-1010 in case we have to switch to Zoom. Every journey begins with a single […]