Community Calendar

Get ready for an evening where timeless artistry meets modern flair. Beyond the Frames: Classical Meets Cool features award-winning pianist Barron Ryan, blending classical virtuosity, jazz spirit, and irresistible energy. More than a concert, this event is a celebration of creativity across generations—bringing together live music and a Youth Art Auction & Showcase, highlighting the voices and visions of emerging local artists.

Be Part of the Art. Be Part of the Music. Be Part of the Impact. Join us for an inspiring night where music and art come together to uplift the next generation of creators.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Doors & Youth Art Showcase Open at 6:15 PM

FEATURED ARTIST

Barron Ryan, Piano
Praised for his charisma, musical depth, and genre-defying style, Barron Ryan brings classical music into the present moment—mixing Beethoven, jazz, gospel, and original works into performances that feel fresh, accessible, and deeply human.

YOUTH ART AUCTION & SHOWCASE
Supporting the Next Generation of Artists
Beginning at 6:15 PM and continuing through intermission, guests are invited to explore a curated exhibition of artwork by local youth artists.

Artwork pickup is available after the concert or by scheduled appointment.

Our 34th annual Autism Connections Conference in downtown Springfield, MA is on April 30! This conference is for you if you are a social worker, agency professional, educator, medical professional, therapist, family, friend, caregiver, or are autistic yourself.

The day-long conference features a keynote address by an autistic psychologist, a variety of 18 breakout topics in three sessions, and an exhibitor showcase to collect resources and find supports. Tickets include breakfast, a snack break, and a networking lunch. Once again, we'll also have a quiet sensory room to decompress and recharge.

Professional credits (PDPs, ABA credits and, pending approval, CEUs) are available for professionals working in the autism field.

Interested in sponsoring our conference or becoming an exhibitor? Click the ticket link for details.

The Remnant and The Echo, Ligia Bouton

The Kendall Square Farmers Market – led by BioMed Realty and Mass Farmers Markets – returns to Canal District in Kendall Square this summer and fall to bring a rich array of locally grown foods and handcrafted goods to the Cambridge community including fresh produce flowers quality meats and seafood specialty foods and beverages honey and more.

The Farmers Market series is sponsored by BioMed Realty and is managed by Mass Farmers Markets a non-profit organization that has been working to enhance farmers markets and support locally grown food for over forty years. This year’s vendors include Spring Brook Farm Captain Marden's Seafoods Stillman Quality Meats Far From the Tree Cider Far Out Ice Cream and others.

The market accepts cash credit/debit cards WIC/Senior coupons EBT cards and offers a weekly $15 SNAP Match. SNAP users can earn additional benefits through the healthy incentives program (HIP) at the market. Stop by and support your local farmers!

WHEN: Every Thursday starting May 29 through November 20 2025 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Call for artwork
Science, technology, engineering, art, math, an exhibit inspired by and incorporating the sciences.
Exhibit runs April 3 - May 17, 2026
With special events, demos, and fun activities during the course of the exhibit.
Contact margedvaa@gmail.com by March 20 with your interest.

The Remnant and The Echo, Ligia Bouton

Call for artwork
Science, technology, engineering, art, math, an exhibit inspired by and incorporating the sciences.
Exhibit runs April 3 - May 17, 2026
With special events, demos, and fun activities during the course of the exhibit.
Contact margedvaa@gmail.com by March 20 with your interest.

CMSS’ Spring Gala, the single largest source of funding for our extensive financial aid and scholarship offerings, creates equitable and inclusive access to high quality music education programs. Our annual Spring Gala features live music, auction, cocktails and appetizers, and CMSS Excellence Awards.