Events in Billerica today

This trial class explores a different country through a virtual visit, cultural learning, a tasting of a commonly available local food, and a related craft. This installment highlights Japan, with participants sampling a food commonly found there and creating a Japan themed craft while discovering more about the country. Cost is 60 per person.

This adult-focused Cha Cha class welcomes absolute beginners. The session builds rhythm, footwork, posture, coordination, body control, confidence, and a solid base in Latin dance technique. No prior dance background or partner is needed. Participants will work through essential Cha Cha elements, including basic patterns, musical timing, weight changes, lock steps, the feel of foot pressure, and body coordination, then connect these skills into simple combinations taught step by step.

Friday Night Magic at The Book and Board features rotating formats with prizes and promos. The lineup includes The Hobbit Draft with a $28 admission fee, event code QMWNZ7Y, and Modern with a $10 admission fee, event code RZEPGWM. Participants can pre-register in the Magic Companion app by entering the event code. A valid Wizards account is required. Drafting sets may change based on product availability.

Heavy sounds take center stage for a night built around unfiltered tone and commanding riffs, with performances by Northstar the Wanderer, Ingrate, Shadows, and Skeleton Priest. True to its name, Northstar the Wanderer shapes expansive journeys that can end far from where they begin, yet the music stays grounded in harmony, visceral force, and riff-driven momentum. Their approach settles into a stark middle ground that nods to Neurosis, Testament, Mastodon, Isis, and Anathema. Advance admission is $10.

The Well appears with Moon Destroys as special guests. Attendees younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Rippopotamus brings the 35ish Tour to Goodnight Johnny's American Music Bar to mark 35 years of Boston funk. Special guest The Imperial Guardrail featuring Kit Holliday joins the lineup. This is the band's first appearance at the venue.

Clear out the gear closet and help give sports equipment a second life at this community swap at Hall Park beside the Farmers Market. Donate outgrown or unused items or pick up something new to you. Please bring items early enough so others have a chance to find them rather than right at closing. All items must be in good condition. Accepted items include sports balls, bats, mitts and sports gloves, cleats and shin guards, racquets and paddles, lacrosse, field hockey and hockey sticks, rollerblades, youth golf clubs, swim goggles, and razor scooters. Items that will not be accepted include helmets, pads, ski or snowboard gear, sneakers, clothing, hunting or archery equipment, bicycles, and ice skates. Black plastic takeout containers will also be collected for recycling.

A summer-long series of free yoga classes brings LPY to The Green at 3rd Ave in Burlington. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and blocks if available, plus sunscreen and a small towel to place over the eyes during savasana. Weather-related updates may be shared on the Lexington Schedule page.

Take a brisk, 3-mile round trip along the Lowell Riverwalk to the Pawtucket Gatehouse with Lowell National Historical Park, blending an energizing walk with a look at a landmark of the city’s engineering heritage. Participants meet staff at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum before setting out. The walk is free and does not require advance registration. It runs in all weather, so wear appropriate layers and bring a water bottle. Accessibility note: the Pawtucket Gatehouse is not accessible, and a short set of stairs is required to enter and exit during the tour. Paid parking is available at the Joseph Downes city garage one block from the museum.

We Like Wool returns to Wakefield Porchfest with a set at First Baptist Church. This town-wide celebration invites homes, businesses, and community organizations to share space on their property for live music throughout the day, creating a rotating mix at each stop. In a previous year they even followed a brass band, and this appearance adds to the variety at this location.

Experience live jazz, blues, and more on the patio at Rapscallion in Lawrence, MA.

The legendary ska band Mad Caddies will stop at Taffeta Music Hall as part of a Northeast run of shows.

Justin Hayward brings The Story In Your Eyes Tour to the stage, highlighting the unmistakable voice and guitar work that have resonated around the world for more than five decades. Best known as the vocalist, lead guitarist, and a principal songwriter for The Moody Blues, he helped define an era of rock with a distinctive sound and enduring craft. His songbook includes landmark tracks such as Nights in White Satin, Question, New Horizons, I Know You’re Out There Somewhere, Tuesday Afternoon, The Story In Your Eyes, The Voice, and Your Wildest Dreams. Celebrated for a career that spans generations, he continues to share his music with audiences across the globe.

A brunch-themed celebration of Prince featuring Eddy Dyer performing across multiple instruments. This tribute focuses on the artist’s songs with versatile instrumentation.

At the front table, this relaxed, new-painter-friendly hobby hangout is a place to work on personal builds and painting projects while enjoying nerdy conversation. Participants bring whatever they are working on and create at a comfortable pace. Advice and help are available for those who are new to painting. It is a casual, all-day hangout centered on building, painting, and friendly chatter.

Enjoy casual Battletech gaming in Alpha Strike or Classic. A #battletech Discord is also mentioned for staying connected.

Sunday karaoke featuring Nightlife Entertainment welcomes singers of all experience levels to step up and perform favorite songs. Enjoy an upbeat atmosphere with music, drinks and good company. DJs keep the tracks flowing so the energy stays high from one performance to the next.

Stretch your creativity with a theatre class that invites participants to act out original stories, give short speeches, tell jokes, and enjoy lively theatre games. The focus is on sharing your voice, humor, ideas, and stories, with plenty of time on the microphone and a supportive spotlight for everyone. The class builds communication and social emotional skills while keeping the experience fun. Instruction is led by Meredith Charles, founder of Drama Out of the Box, who brings 25 years of experience in the arts and education and uses theatre to relieve stress, help groups communicate, and encourage expression. Individuals attending with a 1:1 are welcome. Cost is $70 per person.

Each week, participants share a bagged lunch, then take part in movement-focused activities. Options include walking in the community, taking an adapted fitness class, or spending time in an indoor gym where they can use equipment, play ping pong, and participate in other indoor sports. The fee is $100 per person. Plan for drop-off and pickup, or attend with a 1:1.

This weekly art class offers a welcoming creative experience at a center in Woburn. The cost is $72 per person. Participants should arrange to be dropped off and picked up, or plan to attend with a one-to-one support person.

Craig performs an acoustic set at Sal's Restaurant, featuring a selection of songs.

Cousins Maine Lobster brings its truck to Lowes in Lowell, serving lobster rolls. Orders can be placed at the truck with cash or major credit cards, or through the Cousins Maine Lobster mobile app for contactless service by selecting Boston, MA as the location. Ordering is available during operating hours, and at peak times it may be paused briefly to manage high demand so quality stays consistent.

Boston Cornhole presents free weekly cornhole tournaments on The Green at 3rd Ave. All skill levels are welcome, and every participant is guaranteed four matches. Prizes go to the top two teams, and weekly winners receive a $50 gift card. Registration is available through Scoreholio, and season standings are tracked with Scoreholio Seasons. Players who earn a combined total of 10 podium finishes qualify for the Champions Singles Tournament for a chance to win a set of cornhole boards. A podium counts as a top four finish in round robin play or a top two finish in the final bracket. In case of inclement weather, a same day decision will be made to hold or cancel, with any cancellations posted on the Boston Cornhole website. For questions, contact bostoncornhole@gmail.com.

This recurring mental health support meeting offers space for check-ins and is open to active, reserve, and retired military personnel, veterans, and first responders in police, fire, EMS, public safety dispatch, and corrections, along with ER nurses. For any questions, email info@hiddenbattlesfoundation.org or call Scott at (978) 551-5116 or Chris at (978) 846-6274.

At Dandis Ice Cream in Reading, MA, 10 percent of each purchase made during the event will benefit the Birch Meadow PTO, supporting enrichment such as field trips, bus transportation, field day, and teacher appreciation. This marks the PTO’s first event of the 26-27 school year and is hosted by Dandis Ice Cream.

A summer-friendly courtyard gathering at Lawrence Public Library brings together live music, board games, free arts and crafts, karaoke, and food trucks. Friends, families, and even dogs are welcome, creating a relaxed community vibe in the heart of the library’s outdoor space. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Get your voice ready and step up to the microphone at a karaoke night open to all. Whether you are a seasoned performer or simply singing for fun, this is your chance to take the spotlight and share your favorite songs.