Embracing the Rhythms of Nature with Community Festivities
As the seasons unfold, the Emerson Umbrella Center for the Arts is poised to celebrate the natural flow of time with its signature Musketaquid festivities. Embracing the community's connection to the arts and environment, these events, set along the scenic confluence of the Assabet, Sudbury, and Concord Rivers, mark the summer and winter solstices with joyous revelry and tradition.
Summer Solstice – A Gathering Under the Sun's Zenith
Sunday, June 22, 2014 – A Musical Picnic with Snow Crow and Voices for the Earth
Celebrate the apex of summer with the time-honored Musical Picnic at the Old Manse. As daylight stretches to its maximum, join Snow Crow and Voices for the Earth for an evening of euphony and camaraderie, starting at 6:00 pm. The finer details are still being arranged, ensuring a memorable night wrapped in melodic splendor beside the flowing rivers.
Winter Solstice – Ignite the Flame of Community
Sunday, December 21, 2014, 6:00 pm – A Warm Embrace for the Longest Night
When the night outstretches the day, there is no warmer way to mark the occasion than gathering around a spirited bonfire to the sounds of heartfelt singing and the sweet comfort of s'mores. Details for the Winter Solstice celebration will be fine-tuned and promise a sanctuary of light and warmth during the year's darkest chapter.
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Experiencing the Musketaquid Celebrations
For travelers and locals alike, these solstice celebrations offer a unique way to engage with the Emerson Umbrella Center for the Arts and the thriving cultural scene it encapsulates. Whether staying nearby or venturing from afar, the festive atmosphere of these events provides the perfect occasion to explore the area's offerings. With a multitude of accommodations available in the vicinity, guests can extend their visit and immerse themselves more deeply in the artistic and communal spirit that the Musketaquid Celebrations and the Emerson Umbrella Center for the Arts warmly extend.