RiverFest Event Types
Junior River Ranger Events

Event #15
Yoga, Games, Art, and History at the Old Manse

Saturday, July 20, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Come to the riverbank by foot, or paddle, bring a picnic, and enjoy a day of entertainment at the historic Old Manse at 269 Monument St. Rain (some activities) or shine.

Plein Air Painting
Saturday, July 20, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Join or watch talented artists as they paint “En Plein Air” (French for painting outdoors) on the grounds of the Old Manse. Learn how painters ply their craft, ask questions and revel in the magic. For more information, contact richard@dorbinart.com.



Who Lives in the River?

Family Games and Arts
Saturday, July 20, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Play old fashioned yard games in the lawn. Create your own turtle hats, make a colorful journal, and other environmentally friendly art projects with Art for All and Musketaquid Arts & Environment. Summer readers, don’t forget to grab your hidden River Dragon Egg trading card.

Exploration of our Rivers

Saturday, July 20, 11:30am – 2:00pm
Our rivers are special. Did you know that Native American tribes lived here? That the “shot heard round the world” was fired here? Pick up your own copy of the River Ranger book and begin exploring. Earn your Junior River Ranger badge and certificate. Designed for kids 6–12.

North Bridge: Battlefield Walk

Garden and Meadow Pollinators by the River

Event #22
River Lab

Wednesday, July 24, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Let’s learn about our rivers! Join us for hands-on experimentation during this 2-hour drop-in. Pick up your own copy of the River Ranger book and start earning your Junior River Ranger badge and certificate. Designed for kids 12 and under. Fowler Library, 1322 Main St.
Location: Fowler Branch Library, 1322 Main Street, W Concord

Event #26
Family Fishing & Festivities at Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

Saturday, July 27, 10:00am
Family Fishing & Festivities at Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Join us for a fun-filled day of hands-on activities. Bring a picnic to enjoy overlooking the beautiful Sudbury River. Rain (some activities only) or shine at the Refuge Headquarters. 73 Weir Hill Rd. For Information call 978-444-4661.


Family Fun for Everyone
Saturday, July 27, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Archery, crafts and other nature activities, and self-guided hikes on the accessible boardwalk trail to discover the variety of riverine habitat. Summer readers, don’t forget to grab your hidden River Dragon Egg trading card.

Exploration of our Rivers
Location: Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, 73 Weir Hill Road, Sudbury