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SUMMARY:Natick Nights 2026!: 250th Anniversary of the United States and 375th Anniversary of Natick
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fantastic evening of food\, shopping\, and family-friendly entertainment in the vibrant Natick Center Cultural District. Sponsored by Drink Dion’s Wine Spirits & Market. \nApply to run an activity booth here. \nBeer Garden on Common Street: Featuring drinks from Rushford & Sons Brewhouse\, Stormalong and Stateside/Surfside Vodka Teas  \nOn Natick Common: \nFeaturing: \nMusical Guest: Turtlehead\nBalloon Art with Jonah’s Twisters\, Face Painting with Imagine That\, and from 5:30-7:00 PM\, Historical Interpreters\, Mahjong on the gazebo with Ten Trees Books (5:30-7:30\, 4 players at a time first come\, first play)\, and Aerial Silk Performances with Eastern Acrobatics and Circus  \nFood from Kid’s Connect\, Say Cheese Food Truck\, Wild Fox Pierogi\, BAHA Mexican\, Good Vines and Mig’s Dogs \nHistorical Interpreters!\n \nMichele Gabrielson will be portraying Mercy Otis Warren. Find her on Instagram @the_revolutionary_classroom. Michele Gabrielson is an award-winning local history teacher and historic interpreter of the 18th century.  Ms. Gabrielson serves as the secretary for the nonprofit Mercy Otis Warren Society\, is a member of the Authenticity Standards Committee for Minuteman National Historic Park and is the coordinator for the Battle Road Guides for the annual reenactment of the Battle of Lexington and Concord. She was awarded a 2024 Rising Star Award for Public History by the Massachusetts History Alliance for her programming titled\, “The Revolutionary Classroom\,” and named a finalist for the 2024 Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year.  She was the Massachusetts Daughters of the American Revolution’s Outstanding History Teacher of the Year for 2025 and the 2025 winner of the Fred Graham Award for Excellence in Teaching from the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati. \n \nMichael LePage has been a historical interpreter and reenactor since 1993. From being a private soldier in the American Revolution and Civil War hobbies\, he has gone on to play historic roles such as John Adams\, Paul Revere\, and Dr. Joseph Warren. He has performed at Adams National Historical Park\, the Paul Revere House\, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\, and many other historical sites and venues. History has been his passion since he was in grade school during the Bicentennial. He graduated from Duxbury High School in Massachusetts in 1984\, then the University of Maine with a B.A. in History in 1989. \nBooths by:  \nArthur Murray Dance Studio: Our mission is to provide the community with a high-quality dance experience\, in a nurturing environment. We believe that learning to dance opens doors to improved health\, closer relationships with loved ones and produces a greater passion and joy for life! \nBB’s Trinkets: Handcrafted earrings\, fairy house jars\, and other trinkets by local queer\, Latina artist. \nBeaded Bri: Beaded Bri specializes in beautiful\, beaded bracelets\, and keychains etc. with beautiful colors and charms! \nBridgemind Craft: Tuan Fan carries its own meaning in Chinese culture. The world Tuan means togetherness\, wholeness\, reunion. People coming together. So you’re not just holding a craft\, you’re holding a small symbol of good fortune and connection. \nBurning Wheel Yoga: Join us for a free outdoor yoga session with Burning Wheel. An opportunity to move breathe and reset in the heart of the community. All levels welcome no experience necessary. Bring a mat and step into the practice with us. \nDiana Levine Photographer: Diana Levine is an editorial and advertising photographer. She has photographed covers for Boston Magazine\, The Boston Globe Magazine\, and more. She owns a local photo studio\, where she photographs headshots and family portraits. This year\, Diana was awarded Best of Boston® “2026 Best Family Photographer” by Boston Magazine! You can find her work at dianalevine.com and book an appointment at her studio at dianalevine.com/studio \nEdward Jones \nEnchanted Memories Travel: Helping families and travelers create unforgettable vacations with complimentary travel planning services specializing in Disney\, cruises\, all-inclusive resorts\, and more! Stop by to chat travel\, get tips\, and start planning your next adventure. \nFamily Promise Metrowest: Family Promise Metrowest works with a wide range of community partners\, businesses\, faith communities\, and individual supporters to address housing insecurity faced by families with children throughout MetroWest. Our programs include shelter for those who are unhoused\, stabilization for shelter graduates\, and homelessness prevention/shelter diversion for those at imminent risk of becoming unhoused. \nGEO Jewish After School: GEO Jewish Afterschool – Come to our table for Challah Making! All supplies needed to shape a Challah bread will be provided including a vegan dough and pans for taking home. There will also be information for those who wish to learn about our afterschool. \nInspire Medical Systems: Inspire therapy is the only implantable sleep apnea solution chosen by providers and patients for over a decade \nJewelry by Lisa: Fun\, stylish jewelry for women and children to wear with flare \nKidcasso Art Studio: This September\, Kidcasso is bringing more than art classes to Natick—we’re creating a space where children feel seen\, supported\, and inspired through creativity\, connection\, and community. \nLittle Sprouts: Little Sprouts is a network of dedicated early educators serving children ages 3 months to 5 years. Through a play-based curriculum and a commitment to sustainable education\, we foster healthy development and build strong\, responsive relationships in every community we serve. \nLove\, Laugh\, and Gather Together: Love\, Laugh\, and Gather Together is a functional art and home décor vendor featuring handcrafted resin pieces and colorful squishies designed to bring bold\, uplifting style into everyday spaces. Each one-of-a-kind piece is made to spark inspiration and add personality to your home. \nMaverick Men’s Grooming Center: Today’s version of a classic barbershop — clean\, classy\, and efficient. Maverick MGC is where old-school craft meets modern precision. Whether you walk through the door at five years old or eighty-five\, you leave looking exactly right for the moment that matters. \nMusicologie Ashland: Visit Musicologie Ashland’s instrument petting zoo booth\, where you can try out various instruments and learn more about our music school opening in August 2026 \nNatick 180: Natick 180 is a local organization that provides support for prevention and treatment for both mental health and substance use. We will have free community resources\, interactive activities\, and fun giveaways at our booth! \nNatick Center Cultural District: Purchase a Community Membership for $25 and receive a gift\, pick up a “Natick Pride” rainbow heart pin for free\, and we are accepting clothing donations for the Walnut Hill School’s Gender Affirming Closet – clean clothes in teen sizes for any gender identity can be donated to the NCCD booth during Natick Nights. \nNatick Drama Workshop: Natick Drama Workshop will host a free lemonade stand kicking off the fall registration of our program. \nNatick Eye Care: Ready to learn about eyes and win big? Stop by the Natick Eye Care booth to learn all about your vision through fun interactive games and grab some fantastic swag! \nNatick For Black Lives Matter: Natick for Black Lives Matter promotes justice for black people\, other minorities\, and disabled \nNatick Health Department: The Natick Health Department will be providing education and resources about ticks. \nNatick High School Class of 2028: Stop by our booth at the Class of 2028 Night Fair for fun\, prizes\, and a chance to spin our giveaway wheel! We’re excited to be part of a great night supporting the community alongside so many amazing local vendors. \nNatick is United: We are a town-wide network connecting people through advocacy\, education\, celebration and conversation to build a vibrant and safe community where we Stand Together and Stand Up for each other. \nNatick Outdoor Store: Come to our table for some fun outdoor activities and giveaways! \nNatick Service Council: Natick Service Council (NSC) supports Natick neighbors facing economic harship through programs like our food pantry\, youth enrichment\, career coaching and financial assistance – building a stronger\, more compassionate community. \nNew England Sci-Tech: “Space Science” theme promoting rocketry\, electronics\, and radio technology for all ages. Hold a rock from outer space and launch a paper rocket as high as you can. \nNicole Celeste Tiger Lilly Jewelry: Everyone loves jewelry young and old come see some old some new \nPink Ribbon Jewelry: Pink Ribbon Jewelry is non-profit to help fight breast cancer! Earrings\, necklaces\, and bracelets are handmade with love to raise money for a cure. \nPNC Bank: Relationship Bank that prioritizes connecting with our local communities \nPrimrose School of Natick: Primrose School of Natick is a locally owned and operated\, accredited private preschool serving students ages 0-6 years\, as well as offering transitional kindergarten and after school programs. Balanced Learning® is our exclusive\, time-tested approach. Created from the best early education wisdom\, it balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity\, creativity\, confidence and compassion. \nReadyMED Plus: ReadyMED Plus in Natick offers walk-in care 7 days a week\, 9am-8pm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a checkup at our Teddy Bear Clinic at Natick Nights! \nRose Lawrence: I create and sell paintings .All Proceed are donated to The Jimmy Fund \nRosebud Reptiles: A fun-filled and educational reptile petting zoo experience featuring snakes\, lizards\, spiders and more! \nSkin Studio: Skin Studio is your local skincare boutique specializing in acne clearing\, advanced skin treatments\, and hair removal. Stop by our table to play some fun skincare games\, learn more about our services\, and enter for a chance to win a prize! \nSound & Spirit: Sound & Spirit is a nonprofit\, intergenerational choir\, welcoming both aspiring and accomplished musicians of all ages. Serving the Metrowest community\, the choir presents a wide variety of musical styles\, creating joyful performances. \nSpvrk Lab: SPVRK Lab is a creative studio built around one simple idea: making creativity more accessible. Specializing in cutters and stamps that make decorating cookies easy and fun\, though many of the designs translate very well to wood and clay crafts too! \nTeam Friends for a Cure Charles River: Hosted by Team Friends for a Cure this evening unites the community to honor cancer survivors\, remember loved ones\, and support the fight against cancer. Stop by to purchase and decorate/ personalize luminaria bags and learn more about The American Cancer Society ACS and support services they provide as the bags are illuminated at dusk around the gazebo in a ceremony of remembrance\, hope\, and reflection. \nTemple Israel of Natick: Say hello to your neighbors and friends at Temple Israel of Natick\, find out how you can get involved\, and let the kids enjoy a fun craft while you’re there! Celebrating 80 years of serving the Natick community. \nThe Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN): Within a historic firehouse built in 1875\, TCAN connects hundreds of artists with thousands of patrons each year. \nThe Natick Community Organic Farm: The Natick Community Organic Farm will be bringing a Nature Craft activity\, suitable for all ages! Stop by and chat about our educational programs\, upcoming events\, and more! \nThrive Pet Healthcare: Thrive Pet Healthcare is veterinary office offering full‑service care\, plus safe and engaging boarding and daycare\, gives pets a home‑away‑from‑home while supporting the health and happiness of the community’s four‑legged family members. It’s a place where expert medical care meets fun\, comfort\, and genuine love for animals. \nTiny Star: Tiny Star empowers children ages 6–10 to turn their creativity into real books\, creator identity\, and lifelong confidence through writing\, storytelling\, and publishing. \nUnited Home Experts: United Home Experts is a local\, family-owned exterior home remodeling company. Stop by our table to play some fun games and a chance to win a prize! \nVillari’s Martial Arts of Natick: Come by and learn fun\, simple martial arts skills that boost fitness\, reduce stress\, and help your whole family live safer\, healthier\, and happier! \nVivilicious Chocolates: Just steps from Natick Common\, discover Vivilicious Chocolates during Natick Nights—stop in for complimentary chocolate tastings\, handcrafted summer specialties\, and an unforgettable chocolate experience. \nVumback Orthodontics: Come visit the Vumback Orthodontics booth to meet our team and test your luck on our plinko board! Drop a chip for a chance to win a prize and discover how we create beautiful smiles here in Natick! \nPublic bathrooms are located at Natick Town Hall & the Morse Institute Library \nKeep checking back for updates!
URL:https://natickcenter.org/event/natick-nights-2026-august/
LOCATION:Natick Town Common – Corner of RT135 and RT27
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family Friendly,Featured,FREE,Music,Performances
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