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Boxborough Museum Open Sunday June 14

Come see Boxborough’s Treasures

The Boxborough Museum at 575 Middle Road will be open from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday June 14. Come see Boxborough’s historic treasures including the 1850’s scale which is sensitive enough to weigh a penny and strong enough to calibrate a 50 pound weight, the “new” hearse built in 1881, and the “old” hearse (come and see how old is old). Admission is free and all are welcome. For more information or if anyone wishes to arrange a private tour for a small group at a different time please call John Fallon at 978-264-0069.

Fifer's Day Parade & Ceremony

Umbrella Stage Company Looks Ahead to 2026/27

Umbrella Stage Company Breaks Records In 2025/26, Looks Ahead to 2026/27

The Umbrella Arts Center is sharing news about its just-completed Stage Company season, and an early look at 2026/27. The Umbrella Stage Company reached record-breaking milestones in 2025/26, signaling major momentum for an organization entering an exciting new chapter.

MORE TICKETS SOLD THAN EVER BEFORE

Winter 2026’s “To Kill a Mockingbird,” directed by Scott Edmiston, broke Umbrella Stage Company attendance and box office records. This spring’s “Hairspray,” helmed by Najee A. Brown, surpassed “Mockingbird” to become the Stage Company's best-selling show ever. Both productions exceeded revenue goals by 35%.

MORE NEW AUDIENCES, FROM MORE PLACES

The Umbrella's 2025/26 audience included 1,900 first-time ticket buyers, a 270% increase over the previous year's 700 first-time attendees. Ticket purchasers came from 299 municipalities across six New England states, expanding the Stage Company's geographic reach by 37%.

A pilot free ticket program for Concord-area schools brought in 220 students and educators to performances in 2025/26. Umbrella Stage Company is up for seven Elliot Norton Awards tonight, including “Outstanding Musical” for “tick, tick…BOOM!” directed and choreographed by Ilyse Robbins. It’s a sign of the organization’s rising artistic profile alongside its significant audience growth.

THE UMBRELLA'S 2026/27 SEASON

And there’s more ahead! An early look at the 2026/27 Umbrella Stage Company season includes: cult favorite BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL, running in repertory with Laura Gunderson's poignant I AND YOU this fall;

Stephen Sondheim’s INTO THE WOODS in winter 2027;

Paula Vogel’s INDECENT next spring;

an expanded partnership with Firebird Pops Orchestra, including an in-concert classic musical; and additional programming to be announced.

Beyond the Stage Company, Umbrella Arts Center continues expanding its regional impact through visual arts, arts education, concerts, residencies, gallery exhibits, and an upcoming brand refresh.

Full 2026/27 season details will be available soon.

Bare Hill Summer Rowing

Umbrella Arts Center - Ceramics Biennial Exhibition

The Umbrella Arts Center in Concord, Mass. presents its second Ceramics Biennial Exhibition, titled “Earthworks: Evolution” featuring 50 exceptional artists from New England whose work marks the rich history, cultural expression, and ongoing innovation of contemporary ceramics. Running April 29th through June 28th, the exhibition highlights the ways in which artists continue to expand the field, while honoring both regional and industry traditions. “Earthworks: Evolution” was juried in a blind process by celebrated American potter Lisa Orr.

The Umbrella’s Ceramics Program Manager Zachary Mickelson says the artform is having a moment in New England, with rising national stars making work in the region. The Umbrella boasts one of Massachusetts’s most robust ceramics programs for working artists and part-time or hobbyist makers; it offers extensive course offerings and state-of-the-art studio spaces, both planned for expansion to meet demand. That commitment to the medium is reflected in this year’s exhibition, which includes several works by artists who began or continue their practice at the Center. The theme, "Evolution," leans into the Center’s concerns for sustainability and embraces innovations and new technology in the field.

Frank Coolidge Obituary - 2/10/1928 - 5/19/2026

Francis Parkman Coolidge, “Frank,” died peacefully in his sleep near dawn, May 19th, after a long illness and period in hospice care. He was ninety eight years old. Frank is survived by his wife of nearly seventy-five years, Emilie Speare Coolidge, three children, Francis, Jr., of New Orleans, LA, William of Knebel, DK, Eleanor Behrstock of Halifax, VT, adopted son, Ban Koun, of Shrewsbury, MA, seven grandchildren, Ian Behrstock and six others surnamed Coolidge (Samuel, Tazio, Silas, Philip, William,Thea), and four great-grandchildren. The family mourns his loss.

Frank was born to Susannah Cunningham Coolidge and John Templeman Coolidge, of Milton, MA, 2/10/1928. Youngest brother to Jack, Paul, Gloria and Susette, he grew up in the caring and adventure-filled embrace of older siblings on a sprawling family estate.

Frank attended Milton Academy, Kent School, and graduated from Harvard College in the Class of 1949. He served in the United States Navy on the isle of Guam from 1946-47.

Frank and Emilie met while traveling during the summer of 1950. They married in September, 1951. Frank and Emilie moved to Harvard, MA, in 1953, where they renovated an old colonial farm and raised their family. The house had no running water, electricity or heat at time of purchase. The land of Deerhorn Farm became home to countless horses, dogs, cows, chickens, and sheep over the years (1953-1990). Frank worked tirelessly on the land, creating with Emilie a place of great beauty, hosting various community functions, including Harvard Roxbury Summer Day Camp, HUU church auction, Deerhorn Farm Riding Association, Pony Club, and countless Dressage Schooling shows. Being steward to the land of Deerhorn with its deep history helped to impact Frank’s interest in land conservation.

In 1983, Frank and Emilie fostered Ban Koun, later adopting him into the family.

Frank and Emilie moved to Boxborough, MA in the early 90’s and then to Orchard Hill Assisted Living, Sudbury MA in 2024.

Frank had a career as a stock investment analyst and was Director of Research at Mass Financial Services and Lowell Blake Associates in Boston, MA.

Frank is remembered for his kindness, good natured calm, warm listening ear, gentle humor, adventurous spirit undaunted by risk (e.g., when buying Deerhorn Farm and while sailing coastal waters), boundless generous energy, and strong civic drive. He made many significant contributions to his communities, including supporting Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, MA from 1955-2021, with terms as President and Treasurer; founding the Harvard and Boxborough Conservation Trusts; and serving as President or Treasurer of the Harvard UU Church. He also served on the School Committee of the Harvard public schools and the Finance Committee for the Indian Hill Music School.

A celebration of Frank’s life will be held at Harvard UU Church on Sunday, July 12 at 10 AM, followed by a reception in the Fellowship Building. All are warmly welcome to attend.

June Council on Aging Events for Seniors (age 60+)

This is a partial listing of events sponsored by the Council on Aging. For a complete list, please see the Boxborough Buzz newsletter which can be found here. Please RSVP to ascheen@boxborough-ma.gov or kdee@boxborough-ma.gov for any event you plan to attend.

Monthly Lunch - Wednesday June 10 - noon - Community Center

Field Trip - Friday June 12 - 1 p.m. - Harvard Alpaca Ranch

Out to Lunch - Monday June 15 - 11:30 a.m. - Kimball Farm

Music of McCartney - Thursday June 18 - 1:30 p.m. - Community Center

Presentation on Diabetes: Eating Well for Better Health - Wednesday June 24 - 1:30 p.m. - Community Center

Fifer's Day Volleyball Tournament

The Annual Boxborough Fifer's Day Volleyball Tournament will take place on Saturday June 20 at Flerra Meadows in Boxborough. This year there will again be three coed brackets: "Open", "Players" and "Backyard". All brackets will start at 12:30 p.m.

The Open bracket is intended for teams of "serious" volleyball players who play or compete on a regular basis. The entry fee is $80 per team; a $200 cash prize and trophies will be given to the first place team.
The Players bracket is for teams with some volleyball experience, who may be or have been competing in volleyball league play. The entry fee is $70, and trophies will be given to the first place team.
Backyard bracket is intended for teams of neighbors and friends who do not regularly play or compete in volleyball. The entry fee is $40 per team.

Total entrants are limited to 20 teams. Entry is first come first served. Interested teams should go to www.fifersday.org for information and an entry form. For questions email volleyball@boxboroughminutemen.org

"Music of McCartney" Program Coming to Boxborough - June 18

Regional musician and singer Dan Kirouac will bring his program THE MUSIC OF MCcCARTNEY: The World’s Most Successful Songwriter at the Boxborough Community Center for a free Council on Aging concert on Thursday, June 18th at 1:30 PM.

The program, delivered on piano and vocals, will explore the music of Paul McCartney from the Beatles years through Wings and into the 1980s, highlighted by informational commentary. Dan Kirouac is a 40-year veteran of the New England music scene, and has appeared in two long-term Beatles tribute bands from 2000 to 2022.

The program is free and open to the members of the senior community and others as space and interest allows. For more information, please call the 978-264-1700. For more about the artist, search DAN KIROUAC MUSIC on Facebook.

Recreation Commission Looking for Volunteers

The Boxborough Recreation Commission (Rec Comm) is a seven-member volunteer commission responsible for developing and implementing recreational programs for Boxborough citizens of all ages. The Rec Comm also manages recreation facilities and programs at Flerra Meadows, Fifer’s Field, and Liberty Field, as well as some before- and after-school programs at Blanchard Memorial School. Two of Boxborough's annual events, Winterfest and Run BXB, are organized by the Rec Comm. The Rec Comm is currently looking for additional members for the board. If you think you might be interested and would like to learn more, contact Ami Sheen ascheen@boxborough-ma.gov at Town Hall.

Flerra Field Lost & Found

Found in the sandbox at Flerra Field: a small silver charm in the shape of a baby booty with small blue stones. It seems like a sentimental item, and I would love to return it to the owner. Anyone who recognizes this item can contact me at 978-390-2680.

A Friend in Need

Please make a donation to A Friend in Need

A Friend in Need (AFIN) operates under the umbrella of the Acton Boxborough Community Compass (ABCC). It is a small, all-volunteer organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to people in need in the Acton/Boxboro/Maynard area.

Our mission is to provide immediate assistance until the individual in need can receive more substantial aid from other agencies. Much of our funding comes from pleas published in our local newspapers and from generous community residents. We are generally able to provide up to $600 in support at a time.

In the past few months, AFIN has helped an individual with a heating bill to prevent eviction. An immigrant family received help with an electric bill to prevent the power from being shut off. Back rent was paid to help keep an individual out of a homeless shelter, and a single mother with 3 children had her car repaired so it would pass inspection, and she could get to work.

Our mailing address is P.O. Box 2258, Acton, MA 01720. Our volunteers cover postage and all other costs, so we can give away 100% of the money we receive.

AFIN will consider helping anyone recommended by clergy or social professionals affiliated with a local agency. Anyone in urgent need can be considered for financial assistance by going to a member of the clergy or social service representative and asking them to contact A Friend in Need on their behalf. We do not discriminate and will try to help anyone with a genuine need. We can also be contacted at afriendinneedacton@gmail.com.

If you would like to make a donation, please send your check to A Friend in Need, P.O. Box 2258, Acton, MA 01720, or donate online at abccompass.org/a-friend-in-need.

Message from ABRSD Director of Special Education

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Office of Public School Monitoring (PSM) will conduct an Integrated Monitoring Review of Acton-Boxborough Public School during the week of May 25, 2026. Each school district, charter school, vocational school, and virtual school undergoes an Integrated Monitoring Review every three years. The areas addressed during an Integrated Monitoring Review are organized into two groups, known as Group A Universal Standards and Group B Universal Standards.

Acton-Boxborough Public Schools will be undergoing a Group B monitoring review that focuses on special education student identification and special education eligibility timelines; Individualized Education Program (IEP) development; programming and support services; procedural requirements for suspensions and equal opportunity. For additional information please also see Integrated Monitoring Parent and Family Orientation.

The process includes interviews with school staff and administrators, a review of student records, policies and procedures, and school building visits. The process may also include parent/caregiver, student and teacher focus group meetings to gather additional information. Interpretation will be provided, if needed.

The Department will also send a parent survey, in multiple languages and formats, as needed, to parents /guardians of special education students to gather key information on the special education processes and procedures.

Parents/guardians and other stakeholders may call Corey Steinman, Monitoring Review Chairperson, at (781) 338-3742 or Corey.E.Steinman@mass.gov to request a telephone interview. If anyone requires an accommodation, such as translation, to participate in an interview, the Department will make the necessary arrangements.

Within approximately 60 business days after the onsite visit, the review chairperson will provide the (district or charter school) with a report that includes information on further actions that may be required. The public can access the report at https://www.doe.mass.edu/psm/tfm/default.html.

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