Meetinghouse Arts Center Northborough

Line Dancing with The Lineup Backstage
2026-11-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates
Dancing it up at the MAC! Partners, singles and couples are all welcome. Lesson is beginner/intermediate. No experience needed — just a will to have fun! Dress comfortably and in layers. Shoes that slide work best.

For more information, contact backstageashland@gmail.com

Find out more about The Lineup Backstage at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1643094556152257/?ref=share_group_link

Drop ins are welcome!

Open Mic Café
2026-11-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates
Join Us for our open mic night. Open to all! A night of music, poetry, comedy, storytelling, dance, and great companionship. Sign up at the door to perform. Sign ups start at 6:30.

Light snacks and drinks available, but please feel free to bring your own food and beverages to enjoy.

Folk Music from Prince Edward Island with Cynthia MacLeod and Gordon Belsher
2026-09-30 19:00 - 20:30
Cynthia and Gordon are back at the MAC! Their lively and heartfelt folk music from Prince Edward Island is a joyful experience that you don’t want to miss!Tickets : $20. Children 16 and under Free.

Cynthia MacLeod is one of Prince Edward Island’s finest ambassadors of traditional music, with a distinct style of fiddling that embraces both her local roots and her ancestral connection to the Scottish highlands. Since the beginning of her career as a young teenager, Cynthia has spent more than two decades on stages on PEI, across Canada, and around the world.

Musically based on his Celtic roots, Gordon Belsher’s music features an engaging variety of songs, stories, and instrumentals. His solo recordings include his own compositions, along with covers of East Coast songwriters, Irish medleys and classics, and fresh acoustic takes on a few 60’s pop tunes. Recipient of the Prince Edward Island Music Association “Lifetime Achievement Award”, Gordon Belsher has been performing in Canada and around the world for more than 50 years. He is a fixture of the Island music scene, based out of his home in southeast PEI. As accompanist and featured vocalist with PEI fiddlers Cynthia MacLeod, and Richard Wood, Gordon has toured across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., Europe, Australia and Japan. His solo CD’s have been up for and won PEI Music Awards and Canada’s East Coast Music Awards.

https://www.ldfamusic.com

Special guests Music Includes of Northboro will greatly enhance the evening with a Holiday sing-a-long!

https://www.ldfamusic.com/music-includes

They invite you to come and experience the magic of the season by celebrating all abilities!Find out more about Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli at https://www.ldfamusic.com/Friends and Families of First Parish: Recommended and preferred – Tickets can also be reserved by just contacting your friendly neighborhood Meetinghouse Arts Center committee member. Just send us an email or text or your preferred way of messaging.Tickets: Online Ticketing

The Art of Hope - Gallery Exhibition
2026-09-26 11:00 - 15:00
Visit the MAC Art Gallery from September through December 2026 to experience the “Americana Autumn” – a collective, fiber-art show on the walls of the historic Northborough Meetinghouse.

A collection of quilts, weavings, hooked rugs, embroidery, knitting, and more from local women artists, this exhibition will showcase forms of art that are much more than hobbies and crafts, but carry deep significance will resonate at deeply personal lever as well as encapsulating a universal experience.

Visit us during Northborough AppleFest on Saturday, September 26, 11am to 3pm for official exhibition opening reception.

The exhibition will also be open to during all Meetinghouse Arts Center events. Visit us for our Open Mic nights and Concerts. You can learn more about our event schedule on the Events page.

The MAC Art Gallery is located in the Meetinghouse building. For more information about our location, buildings and parking, go to our Plan Your Visit page.

35mm: A Musical Exhibition
2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00
35MM: A Musical Exhibition is a collaborative multimedia performance celebrating storytelling through music, visual art, and live theater produced by Future Disclosure.

35mm: A Musical Exhibition is a bold fusion of musical theatre, photography, and pop/rock music that pushes the boundaries of storytelling. Structured as a series of “snapshot stories,” the show weaves together unforgettable moments through original songs performed with energy and precision. Each piece is paired with striking photographic projections, immersing the audience in the images that inspired the music. The result is a unique, multi-sensory experience that brings visual and musical storytelling into sharp, emotional focus.Music and lyrics by RYAN SCOTT OLIVER, based on photographs by MATTHEW MURPHY.

Reserve your tickets now at Eventbrite

Meditation Day Retreat
2026-06-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Parish Hall, First Parish Northboro, 40 Church St, Northborough, Massachusetts, 01532, United States
Day Meditation Retreat: A Journey into Mindfulness

Date & Time: Sat June 13th 2026 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM followed by Dinner

Location: First Parish Northboro Parish Hall 40 Church St, Northborough MA

Event Description:Unplug. Disconnect. Take a break from the busyness of daily life and join us for a restorative Day Meditation Retreat designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect.

This immersive, guided experience offers a balanced blend of stillness and gentle movement, supporting both beginners and experienced practitioners. Throughout the day, we’ll explore a variety of mindfulness practices including sitting meditation, walking meditation, gentle yoga, body scan techniques,loving kindness meditation and some others.

The retreat is thoughtfully structured to include periods of silence, reflection, and mindful eating—allowing you to fully experience presence in each moment. Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, deepen your meditation practice, or simply take time for yourself, this day offers a supportive and calming environment.

Who Should Attend:This retreat is open to all levels. No prior meditation experience is necessary.Your Retreat Hosts: A mix of in person and recorded guidance will be used for different meditation sessions.Joe and Adi will be your hosts and guides for the day.Joe Zaia – Joe has been studying and practicing meditation for a few decades now. He has been an active participant of multiple meditation groups.Adi Pandit – Adi has been learning and exploring meditation practices like Vipassana and other insight meditation techniques.

What to Bring:

Comfortable clothing

Yoga mat, meditation cushion – Optional

Water bottle

Snacks – Fruits and nuts will be available.

Dinner: A vegetarian dinner will be served following the retreat.

Please RSVP – email to macfirstparish at gmail dot com

Cost: The Retreat is free of cost and a gift for you from your friends at First Parish Northboro. If you are able to you may make a donation as a gift for future retreats.

Spring Coffeehouse Concert with Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli Featured Guests - Anelise and Music Includes
2026-05-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Meetinghouse Arts Center – Meetinghouse, 40 Church St, Northborough, MA, 01532, United States
Find yourself enchanted as this favorite local family band shares their soul-stirring songs wrapped in heavenly harmony. Award-winning songwriters Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli along with their radiant and talented daughter Anelise will be sharing a joyous and memorable evening of connection and inclusion. You’ll enjoy their relatable original songs and the stories behind them. This is an uplifting, harmonious experience you won’t soon forget!

https://www.ldfamusic.com

Special guests Music Includes of Northboro will greatly enhance the evening with a sing along of iconic, beloved hits!

https://www.ldfamusic.com/music-includes

Purchase your tickets online on AllEvents.

The Art of Hope - Gallery Exhibition
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00
Visit the MAC Art Gallery from May through June to experience the art of “Hope” – a collective, multi-medium art show on the walls of the historic Northborough Meetinghouse. A collection of works from artists young and old, experienced or starting fresh on their artistic journey, but all with a unique point of view and ability to inspire hope.

Visit us during Northborough Open Studios on Saturday, May 16, 11am to 3pm. We are also hosting an Artist Booth event on the same day, in our Parish Hall building. Find out more about Northborough Open Studios at https://northboroughculture.org/open-studios-2026/

Visit us during the First Parish Memorial Day Fair on Monday, May 25, 10:30am to 3pm.

The exhibition will also be open to during all Meetinghouse Arts Center events. Visit us for our Open Mic nights and Concerts. You can learn more about our event schedule on the Events page.

The MAC Art Gallery is located in the Meetinghouse building. For more information about our location, buildings and parking, go to our Plan Your Visit page.

Storytelling at the MAC
2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a night of live storytelling and community at the Meetinghouse Arts Center.

Enjoy five minute stories presented by the authors live, in front of the audience, in the historic First Parish UU Northborough Meetinghouse building.

If you want to submit a story, contact Heather at heatherhfm@gmail.com

Those MacDonalds - Concert
2026-04-11 19:00 - 21:00
Who’s making all that good music – well It’s just “Those MacDonald“ Bob MacDonald on guitar and voice with Glenn MacDonald on guitar and voice have been entertaining audiences around Northborough for many years. Whether performing solo or as a duo or part of different bands they have been part of – they transport their audience down memory lanes with their repertoire of 100s of songs that span many decades and genres.Whether it’s the front porch or the backyard or a bar or open mic or big stage – “Those MacDonalds” show up with their songs and their guitars and start rockin. Bob MacDonald has rocked many venues as part of his former band “Last Man Standing” which had a large following that was Shak’n Rattl’n & Roll’n to the Blues and Rock and Roll and Country songs. Whether it’s an Outlaw Country hit or a Classic rock song – Bob’s voice and guitar chops make every song come alive with energy. Glenn MacDonald has been singing solo and also as a duo with his brother Bob. He has enthralled audiences with his smooth silky voice and sweet sounding guitar.

Glenn and Bob seamlessly transition between lead and backing vocals and lead and rhythm guitar to render timeless favorite songs in their unique voice. Together they share beautiful melodies and fun memories through the years and it is still not clear which MacDonald was the favorite son.

Chris MacDonald joins them on base to complete “Those MacDonalds” as nobody is allowed to stay in the family without making some music. He is a bit overwhelmed as his Dad and Uncle’s singing years together is twice his age. Come on down!

Zach & Lyndsey Concert
2026-01-10 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for an eclectic night of great music and entertainment with Zach & Lyndsey. Their incredible sound and energizing stage presence will have you vibing and and dancing along the whole night.

Holiday Music with Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli
2025-12-20 19:00 - 21:00
Holiday Magic with Lori & Fred with special guests Anelise & Music Includes is back again for 2025! Tickets : $20. Children 16 and under Free.

Find yourself enchantedas this favorite local familyband shares their soul-stirring songs wrapped in heavenly harmony. Award-winning songwriters Lori Diamond& Fred Abatelli along with their radiant and talented daughter Anelisewill be sharing an unforgettable evening of Joy. You’ll enjoy fresh new original songs along with Holiday classics& your favorite hits from the 70’s. This Inclusion-loving family will lift your holiday spirits with a soulful, harmonious experience you won’t soon forget!

https://www.ldfamusic.com

Special guests Music Includes of Northboro will greatly enhance the evening with a Holiday sing-a-long!

https://www.ldfamusic.com/music-includes

They invite you to come and experience the magic of the season by celebrating all abilities!Find out more about Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli at https://www.ldfamusic.com/Friends and Families of First Parish: Recommended and preferred – Tickets can also be reserved by just contacting your friendly neighborhood Meetinghouse Arts Center committee member. Just send us an email or text or your preferred way of messaging.Tickets: Online Ticketing
