Name: The Music Porch - Friday May 15th - 6pm Memorial Park Reading MA
Start: 2026-05-15T18:00:00-04:00

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Local Event: The Music Porch - Friday May 15th - 6pm Memorial Park Reading MA

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Boston Metropolitan Area

Reading

Massachusetts

The Music Porch - Friday May 15th - 6pm...

The Music Porch - Friday May 15th - 6pm Memorial Park Reading MA

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Discover how anger, hurt, and injustice can be reliably overcome when moved by divine Love in this inspiring session. This event is perfect for anyone struggling with a difficult relationship who is seeking spiritual tools to heal and move forward.

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Get ready for a high-energy night of unforgettable ’70s music as Abraxas, featuring renowned guitarist Ed Antonelli, brings the spirit and sound of Santana to the stage. The heart of the show is a powerful celebration of Santana’s legendary catalog, with electrifying performances of favorites like “Black Magic Woman,” “Oye Como Va,” “Maria Maria,” “Everybody’s Everything,” “La Fiesta,” and more.

Adding to the excitement, Abraxas will also sprinkle in select hits from some of the most iconic artists and bands of the decade, including The Doobie Brothers, Eric Clapton, Malo (guitarist Jorge Santana) and Emerson, Lake &amp; Palmer. The result is a crowd-pleasing, feel-good journey through the unforgettable sounds of the 1970s—with Santana front and center.

A Limelight Magazine nominee for Best Tribute Band, Abraxas is known throughout New England for its exceptional musicianship, dynamic stage presence, and authentic sound. If you love classic rock, big grooves, and timeless hits, this is a show you will not want to miss.

Local Event: Santana Tribute Abraxas Presents Supergroups of the ’70s

Santana Tribute Abraxas Presents Supergroups of...

Get ready for a high-energy night of unforgettable ’70s music as Abraxas, featuring renowned guitarist Ed Antonelli, brings the...

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The Eagles Experience aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today.&nbsp; With a one-to-one lineup that reflects the Eagles during their heyday in the late 1970s, the members of the Eagles Experience each emulate their respective “Eagle”, playing the correct instrument and singing the songs as sung by their protege.&nbsp; Every member of the Eagles Experience is dedicated to presenting their part as accurately as possible and will provide you with an ultimate "Eagles Experience" you will not soon forget.&nbsp; This tribute band only plays songs written and recorded by the Eagles as a band, from their biggest hits to hidden gems.&nbsp;
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Local Event: The Eagles Experience

The Eagles Experience

The Eagles Experience aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today.  With a one-to-one lineup that...

The Linden Tree Concert series has a fabulous show for audiences of all&nbsp;ages on Sunday, May 17th from 2 to 4 pm. Rooted in equal parts hot&nbsp;swing, snarky songwriting, and lyrical storytelling, this energetic trio of&nbsp;virtuoso violin, guitar, and bass plus three part harmony vocals will transport&nbsp;you to a speakeasy somewhere in the back of a bar. You might not be able to sit&nbsp;still in your seat, and you’ll probably have a smile on your face most of the&nbsp;show!&nbsp;
“Hotshot swing, crackerjack&nbsp; instrumentals, superb harmonies &amp; hysterical stagecraft&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The Folk Project&nbsp;
“Way more fun than squirrels in a bag of nuts… Smokin’ great”&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Patrice O’Neill, Wintergrass



Tickets&nbsp;for this show will be $25, for those under 18 are $10. WUMB members receive a&nbsp;$2 discount with their membership card. We accept cash or personal check at the&nbsp;door. &nbsp;Because this is a popular show, reservations are recommended by&nbsp;calling or texting 781 521 3564.&nbsp;
Rob Flax's Boom Chick Trio adds guitar, upright bass, and three&nbsp;part vocals to the mix, elevating Rob's eclectic originals with intricate&nbsp;instrumental interplay, tight vocal harmonies, and irreverent humor.&nbsp;
Rob Flax possesses a rare combination of skills: he is an&nbsp;award-winning violinist, classically trained but known for his jazz and&nbsp;improvisational pyrotechnics and irresistible grooves, plus a deep knowledge of&nbsp;American fiddle traditions. He's also a powerhouse vocalist, capable of silky&nbsp;crooning a la Nat King Cole or visceral Chicago blues shouts, and a consummate&nbsp;songwriter with lyrical depth to complement the instrumental virtuosity.





Joining Rob is Slava Tolstoy, a Boston based guitarist, singer and&nbsp;producer, originally from St. Petersburg Russia. Slava’s original songs are&nbsp;best described as energetic pop-rock with tight arrangements, virtuoso soloing&nbsp;and deep and meaningful lyrics in the best traditions of Russian rock.
Chris Sartori is a bassist, percussionist, and multi-instrumentalist&nbsp;currently based out of Boston. Throughout 10+ years touring nationally with Americana&nbsp;genre-defiers, Twisted Pine, Chris has studiously carved out a niche as the&nbsp;funkiest bassist in bluegrass. A graduate of the Jazz program at Umass Amherst,&nbsp;Chris is a lifelong student of music, dedicated to groove, improvisation, and&nbsp;bringing the music to life each night. Each has been in more award winning&nbsp;traveling groups that we could list here.&nbsp;
The&nbsp;Linden Tree Coffeehouse in its 41st&nbsp;season of acoustic music has relocated&nbsp;to Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut St. Wakefield, MA 01880 which is handicapped&nbsp;accessible. &nbsp;We thank&nbsp;the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Wakefield Arts Council for supporting our&nbsp;concert series that has allowed us to bring quality programming to our&nbsp;community. &nbsp;Linden Tree also &nbsp;supports Fair Trade Music Local&nbsp;1000.&nbsp;For more information see&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.lindentreecoffeehouse.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org</a>&nbsp;and our &nbsp;page on Facebook.

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Rob Flax’s Boom Chick Trio by Linden Tree...

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Rob Flax’s Boom Chick Trio by Linden Tree Coffeeehouse in Wakefield

The 18th annual Salem Arts Festival returns June 5-7, 2026, as a special "Salem 400+" edition celebrating four centuries of Salem's creative heritage. This free, family-friendly event transforms historic downtown Salem into an immersive artistic experience, attracting over 10,000 visitors annually.
What to Expect
Explore a juried visual arts gallery at Old Town Hall featuring 60+ works by regional artists competing for Best in Show and the John Boris Memorial Award. Browse a curated artisan marketplace across downtown Salem on Saturday and Sunday, with local makers offering ceramics, jewelry, textiles, woodworking, prints, and more.
Experience live performances across multiple outdoor stages throughout the weekend, including music spanning folk to hip hop, dance from flamenco to contemporary, circus arts, poetry, and more. Watch 12 talented muralists transform blank canvases into vibrant 8'×4' artworks during the Mural Slam at Artists' Row, then vote for your favorite via QR code to determine the People's Choice winner.
Participate in hands-on art-making activities, contribute to the festival's signature Community Art Project, and kick off the weekend Friday evening with the Tiny Art Spree—a fast-paced art exchange fundraiser where $20 tickets give you the chance to take home original artwork.
Festival Highlights
Friday, June 5 (5:30-8:30 PM): Gallery opening, performances at Derby Square, and Tiny Art Spree at 7 PM
Saturday, June 6 (11 AM-7 PM): All festival components active—gallery, artisan marketplace, performances, mural slam, community art, interactive activities
Sunday, June 7 (11 AM-6 PM): All festival components continue through closing
Locations &amp; Access
The festival spans downtown Salem's most beloved spaces: Old Town Hall, Derby Square, Artists' Row, Armory Park, the Pedestrian Mall, and areas near the Peabody Essex Museum. Essex Street and Front Street close to vehicles Saturday and Sunday (8 AM-7 PM), creating pedestrian-friendly festival zones.
Free admission to all events and activities. Bathrooms are available at Artists' Row, the NPS Visitor Center, and Destination Salem. Rain contingency plans ensure performances continue regardless of the weather.
Supporting Local Creativity
Produced collaboratively by Salem Main Streets and Creative Collective MA, the Salem Arts Festival strengthens Salem's creative economy while providing platforms for emerging and established artists. The event embodies community connection, economic revitalization, and the celebration of diverse creative voices.
This special "Salem 400+" edition honors Salem's deep artistic roots while looking forward to the next chapter of creative innovation in this historic city.
Plan your visit at salemartsfestival.com

Local Event: Salem Arts Festival 2026

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Salem Arts Festival 2026

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Studio Two is a Boston-based tribute band that has been passionately bringing the iconic music of The Beatles to life since 2012. Specializing in the early Beatles years (1962-1966), the band faithfully recreates the sound, energy, and excitement of their live performances— from their iconic days at The Cavern Club to their groundbreaking American tours.

Studio Two’s high-energy, family-friendly performances have captivated audiences at venues across New England and beyond. With a unique ability to capture the youthful enthusiasm and raw power of The Beatles’ early music, Studio Two offers an unforgettable experience that transports fans back to the height of Beatlemania.

Local Event: Studio Two - The Early Beatles Tribute

Studio Two - The Early Beatles Tribute

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With meticulous attention to detail, D.O.G. recreates the raw energy, intensity, and emotion that made Cornell's music so powerful and influential. Each performance honors his unparalleled voice, poignant lyrics, captivating stage presence, and groundbreaking contributions to rock music.&nbsp;

As passionate fans and musicians, Disciple of the Garden brings authenticity and heart to every note giving audiences a chance to relive the magic of Cornell’s extraordinary work while keeping his spirit alive on stage. Join us for an unforgettable tribute to a true rock legend.

Local Event: Disciple of The Garden – Tribute to Soundgarden, Audioslave, and Chris Cornell

Disciple of The Garden – Tribute to...

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Disciple of The Garden – Tribute to Soundgarden, Audioslave, and Chris Cornell

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