• Saturday, August 28th, 7:00 to 8:30 PM, singer-songwriter Clara Berry. A musician who has quickly become a musical sensation throughout New England, we welcome Clara Berry to The Rabbit Hole.

  Portland Magazine writes, "Sparkling and dark, intriguing and entrancing, Clara Berry's music is so fresh it crashes over the sea wall and reaches the other side of the street. In just a few short years the Kennebunk native has transformed herself from "young aspiring songwriter' to 'accomplished performer gaining recognition in Boston and beyond.' Now, with the release of her new CD "Wave" the second-year UMass Lowell music-business major is clearly someone to listen to."

• Monday, August 23, 6:00 PM Instruction, 7:15 PM Class, Stress Relief with the Eiriu Eolas breathing technique. Got stress? Join men and women around the world who are practicing this amazing program and acclaiming it to be THE TOOL that will help you to remove the barriers that stand between you and 'True Peace, Happiness and ultimately a successful, fulfilling life. Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for "Growth of Knowledge," that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. FEEL GOOD AGAIN. Visit http://EEbreathe.com for more information.
• Sunday, August 15, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience.
• Monday, August 9, 6:00 PM Instruction, 7:15 PM Class, Stress Relief with the Eiriu Eolas breathing technique. Got stress? Join men and women around the world who are practicing this amazing program and acclaiming it to be THE TOOL that will help you to remove the barriers that stand between you and 'True Peace, Happiness and ultimately a successful, fulfilling life. Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for "Growth of Knowledge," that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. FEEL GOOD AGAIN. http://EEbreathe.com
• Saturday, July 24, 7:00 - 11:00 PM, Heroes and Villains Gallery Opening. Our gallery openings are among our more popular events. We turn over our upstairs to 20 artists, invite some bands to play and throw a party celebrating art and music. This time the theme is Heroes and Villains.
• Thursday, July 22, 7:00 - 9:30 PM, Kevin Scott Hall, a singer, songwriter, performer, producer, director, journalist, and master teacher in New York for two decades, celebrates his new novel "Off the Charts!" and offers it to the hometown crowd with a reading at The Rabbit Hole.

  "Off the Charts!" (iUniverse) tells the tale of young Greg Bounder's ambitious attempt to resurrect one-hit-wonder dance diva Sally Testata's singing career. With his recent inheritance to finance his dream, he soon realizes that the spiraling cost of his venture may be the least of his problems'he has to keep Sally from making the wrong kinds of headlines with her volatile behavior and prove to his conservative family and jaded showbiz veterans that he has what it takes to get Sally back to the top of the charts -- all the while dealing with his own feelings about Sally and navigating the wild world of New York clubs.

• Saturday, July 17, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM - After Hours at The Rabbit Hole - Live Music. In our continuing After Hours series we strive to bring you innovative, original and exciting music from local musicians and beyond.

  For this show we are excited to host:
  Fishing the Sky from Lowell - 2 sets of drums, bass, and a laptop
  http://www.myspace.com/fishingtheskyband

  and from Indiana, Metavari - laptop programming, vintage equipment, multi-layered compositions. http://www.myspace.com/metavari

• Monday, July 12, 6:00 PM Instruction, 7:15 PM Class, Stress Relief with the Eiriu Eolas breathing technique. Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for "Growth of Knowledge," that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress.

  Come at 6:00 for lessons in the breathing techniques from a trained instructor. Come at 7:15 PM for the class in breathing exercises. Eiriu Eolas.

• Sunday, July 11, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience.
• Monday, July 5, author Kathryn Bertine. When not racing, author Kathryn Bertine will be hanging out at The Rabbit Hole signing books and talking about her quest. Make sure to stop by the Rabbit Hole while downtown for the Longsjo Race.
• Sunday, June 27, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for Growth of Knowledge, that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. Eiriu Eolas.
• Thursday, June 24, 5:30 to 6:30 PM, Retro Crafting. Even if you didn't live through the 1970s, knowing how to macrame is a useful craft. Come to an entertaining "Retro Craft Night" at The Rabbit Hole to and learn some basic techniques of knotting. "Macrame is fun and relaxing and easy to learn," explains artist/instructor Sally Cragin. "We'll provide all the materials you need to make a plant hanger and - if you like - a cool knotted belt." Cost: $10 per person, includes materials. Bonus discount: sign up with a friend and pay just $16. Advance reservations suggested.
• Sunday, June 20, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for Growth of Knowledge, that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. Eiriu Eolas.
• Saturday, June 19, 7:00 to 10:00 PM, Art Exhibit, Heavy Metal of Art & Adornments. A must-see gallery opening of original art and jewelry with special guest Ancient Pistol providing music. Ancient Pistol is avant-garde entity using elements of musique concrete/noise collage using guitar, synthesizers, drum machine, loopers, and household objects to make a cacophony, more commonly known as a rhythmic racket.
• Sunday, June 13, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Eiriu Eolas.
• Sunday, June 13, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under.
• Saturday, June 12, 4:00 to 5:00 PM, children's author, DB Johnson. The Rabbit Hole bookstore is excited to have DB Johnson back! Last year's event was a huge hit with children and adults alike. You do not want to miss his entertaining presentations. Famous locally and nationally for Henry Hikes to Fitchburg, and he now has a new book, Palazzo Inverso.
• Monday, June 7, 7:00 PM, Another great evening of exciting, live music at The Rabbit Hole featuring:
  French Quarter - French Quarter is Steven Steinbrink's indie-pop musical troupe on tour from Mesa, Arizona complete with a live video show. French Quarter's myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/frenchquartermusic
  Married in Berdichev- from Denver, Colorado. Ambient, dark, and beautiful song sketches: Married in Berdichev's myspace page http://www.myspace.com/marriedinberdichev
  The Thin Heir (Boston) -Folk-sorta-punk 6 piece
  Antennae Wedding - Boston
• Sunday, June 6, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for Growth of Knowledge, that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. Eiriu Eolas.
• Saturday, June 5, 1:00 to 5:00 PM, Symboline Dai, Astrologer. Boston Phoenix astrology columnist and tarot reader, Symboline Dai, will be reading cards at The Rabbit Hole. Symboline Dai writes Moon Signs which is syndicated in the Boston Phoenix and also writes the astrological calendar and almanac articles for Llewellyn publications, the largest new-age publisher in North America. She is also the author of The Astrological Elements (Llewellyn). "During a time of economic uncertainty, Tarot cards can provide a focus for those needing direction," she explains. The cost is $20 for 15 minutes, with ADVANCED RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Call The Rabbit Hole at 978-345-0040.
• Sunday, May 30, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for Growth of Knowledge, that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress. Visit the website: Eiriu Eolas.
• Friday, May 28, 7:00 PM, Live Music. In our After Hours series, we work to bring you the best in local music. There is a lot of talent in the area, and a wide variety of musicians and bands play original music. We are excited to host Challenge the Throne. Expect an innovative alt. rock sound. See them online at their MySpace page.
• Sunday, May 23, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Come and experience Eiriu Eolas, Irish Gaelic for Growth of Knowledge, that incorporates time-tested techniques utilizing diaphragmatic breathing and vagus nerve stimulation, which are scientifically proven to provide immediate and effective relief of stress.
• Sunday, May 23, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience. Area writer/artist Sally Cragin will host the summer readings.
• Sunday, May 23, 2:00 to 3:00 PM, Local Children's Author, Gardner Wood will be reading and signing his new book The Newspaper King, which is a story about growing up and the importance of family. This is an eLIVE book, meaning each printed copy contains a special code redeemable for the free download audio version of the book.
• Sunday, May 16, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Eiriu Eolas.
• Friday, May 14th, 7:00 PM, Live Music. We are always working to bring you the best in original, local music. We move the furniture around, dim the lights and turn the upstairs into a party of sound. The Lineup: UNATMP, Lexingtons, Gingerbread Kids, Ecstasy Crises. Expect an innovative, indie rock and pop sound. Admission is free!
• Thursday, May 13, 7:00 to 8:30 PM, Aviva Chomsky, author of They Take Our Jobs: And 20 Other Myths About Immigration. The Cleghorn Neighborhood Center and The Rabbit Hole are excited to bring Aviva Chomsky, professor of Latin American studies at Salem State College to The Rabbit Hole to discuss her book They Take Our Jobs! and 20 Other Myths about Immigration. It is is an agile examination of race and immigration in the US. "If ever there was a need for a pithy primer on immigration, it's now, and scholar-activist Aviva Chomsky has provided just that. She considers myths from the book's title, 'immigrants don't pay taxes' and then gracefully and in plain language delivers arguments with lessons on history, law and racism." Daisy Hernandez, ColorLines. This event will take place on Thursday May 13, 7:00 pm. at The Rabbit Hole bookstore, 805 Main St., Downtown Fitchburg.
• Sunday, May 9, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Two classes every Sunday! Eiriu Eolas.
• First Thursday, May 6, 7:00 to 8:00 PM, Live Music, The Bella Birds are back! They have a great Indie-Folk Pop sound. You can listen here: Bella Birds on MySpace. PLUS! SPECIAL GUEST FOOD VENDORS: NEW OPTIONS CAFÉ AND PATTY'S BAKED GOODS, and, sales for all Seniors!!
• Sunday, May 2, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Eiriu Eolas.
• Saturday, May 1, 11:00 AM and Noon, Texas Hold 'em Lessons & Signing With CJ West. The 2010 Who Wants To Be A Hero? book tour will give you a glimpse into the life of Randy Black. Join CJ West on a tour of New England that will bring more fun than you ever imagined to a book tour. CJ West will sign copies of his newest book "Gretchen Greene" and his previous Randy Black novels including Sin & Vengeance, which is currently in the funding stage to become a feature film.
• Friday, April 30, 7:00 PM, After Hours at The Rabbit Hole. We are always working to bring you the best in original local music. We move the furniture around, dim the lights and turn the upstairs into a party of sound. Expect an innovative rock sound for this show: Fixture, Ununi and BlackSteelPeacock. This is the first time Fixture has played here, and are look forward to hearing their grindcore/thrash/punk sound. This show might be a little on the loud side.
• Thursday, April 29, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open Mic Night. We have had a lot of requests for the open-mic events to return, and we are pleased to announce they are starting again! Poets, stand-up comics, short story writers, singer/songwriters, etc. are all welcome. Expect a very receptive and an encouraging crowd. Any songs performed must be original compositions.
• Sunday, April 25, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Eiriu Eolas.
• Sunday, April 18, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Eiriu Eolas.
• Sunday, April 18, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under.
• Thursday, April 15, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open Mic Night. We have had a lot of requests for the open-mic events to return, and we are pleased to announce they are starting again! Poets, stand-up comics, short story writers, singer/songwriters, etc. are all welcome. Expect a very receptive and an encouraging crowd. Any songs performed must be original compositions.
• Sunday, April 11, 9:00 to 11:15 AM and 5:15 to 7:30 PM, Eiriu Eolas classes. Stress relief! Eiriu Eolas.
• First Thursday, April 1, Lia Wright and friends perform Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato: An Irish Folktale. Two performances, 4:00 PM and 5:15 PM. The Fitchburg Public School Title I and McKinney Vento Grants and the Cornerstone Performing Arts Center are teaming up to present to you this live performance of "Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato: An Irish Folktale" by Tomie dePaola. Join us for the reading and performance at The Rabbit Hole. Learn Fun Facts about Potatoes. First 25 Families Receive a Free Copy of the book. Free Potato Chips Snack and a Craft.
• Sunday, March 14, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under.
• Thursday, March 4, 7:00 PM, Lamar Callahan. The North Central Charter Essential School is bringing Lamar Callahan to The Rabbit Hole for Fitchburg's First Thursday! lamarcallahan.com.
• Saturday, February 27, 7:00 PM, ROBOTS ARE YOUR FRIENDS. AGAIN WE will turn our upstairs into an art gallery, bring in two bands and throw a big party celebrating ART and MUSIC. Our last gallery opening was a huge hit. We have since expanded our upstairs space, so the event shouldn't be as crowded as last time. If you are an artist, or know an aritst who might want to participate, email Sam at info@therabbitholeusa.com preferably with a pic or two of your art. This event's theme will be Robots Are Your Friends. More information will be forthcoming as the date approaches.
• Thursday, February 25, 7:00 PM, 'Stand-Up and Speak, Community Open-Mic Night' presented by Fitchburg State College's Black Student Union and The Rabbit Hole. Expect an appreciative and supportive audience for your poetry, short story and original songs. Call 978-345-0040 for more information.
• Saturday, February 20, 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Michele Beauregard, an Intuitive Card Reader and Reiki Master and Teacher. Michele will be doing personal readings for anyone interested in knowing more about what is happening in their life. The cost for a reading is $20.00. Walk-ins are welcome, but there may be a wait. Michelle's website: The Innate In You. To schedule a 15-minute reading and for more information call The Rabbit Hole at (978) 345-0040.
• Sunday, February 14, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under. Area writer/artist Sally Cragin will host the readings with writer Sarah Klapprodt of Leominster. Ms. Cragin has taught at Harvard Extension School and Webster University in St. Louis and is an artist with work at The Rabbit Hole, Design at 639 and Rollstone Studios.
• Saturday, February 6, 7:00 PM, All Ages Welcome, Live music at The Rabbit Hole. YouTube sensation Lauren O'Connell debuts her new album The Shakes. Also in the line-up: Ununi, Matt Fox, Alto Jeffro, and Black Steel Peacock. The evening begins with an indie-folk-pop sound. The last bands have a progressive, experimental pop noise sound. Admission is free. Support local music by coming by to see the show! Check out Lauren O'Connell here.
• Saturday, January 30, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Attic Treasures Sale Event. There will be tables with bargains galore located in both the upstairs hall and entrance hall. This event is being held for those individuals who might be suffering withdrawal from yard sales.
• Sunday, January 17, 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Free Children's Poetry Readings For Kids 12 and Under. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under.
• Friday, January 15, 6:00 PM, NORTH CENTRAL MASS BOOK CLUB. The book club has its own Facebook page: http://tinyurl.com/yk8z9d7. The next book chosen will be The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold. You can read the full review here.
• Friday, January 8, 7:00 PM, AFTER HOURS MUSIC EVENT at the Rabbit Hole. A night of local music featuring Black Steel Peacock, RAM, Naia and Alto Jeffro. Come and join us for an evening of music and fun.
• Thursday, January 7, 8:00 to 11:00 PM, AFTER HOURS AT THE RABBIT HOLE. Live music -- Matt Fox, Ununi, Stereoplegic, Zanois, and The Points North. Admission is free!

  Matt Fox, acoustic folk genius.
  Ununi, a noise duo of sexy magic.
  Stereoplegic, an "experimental Dutch pop" band out of Leominster.
  Zanois, a local garage pop band featuring a 14-year old songsmith.
  The Points North, called folk by some and 1400s pop by others, it's your nearly last chance to catch them before they're off to Australia for a few weeks of shows.

• Thursday, December 17, 6:00 to 7:30 PM, MARK BODANZA, Author of "A Game That Forged Rivals" will AGAIN be featured at The Rabbit Hole. This long-standing football competition between Fitchburg and Leominster has weathered many challenges, including major developments in the sport, wars, economic turmoil, an epidemic, and technological and social change not imagined when the teams first met in 1894. 'A Game That Forged Rivals' shares the stories, dramatic clashes, and challenges that tested these young men both on and off the field. Come and listen to Mark talk about local history - maybe you were a part of it! You can find Mark's book trailer here.
• Thursday, December 10, 7:00 PM, Open-mic night at The Rabbit Hole for the last time in 2009! In cooperation with Fitchburg State College, we invite participants to perform original poetry, short stories, creative fiction, songs, spoken word pieces, comedy and so forth. MUSIC MUST BE ORIGINAL PIECES ONLY. Be prepared to be thoroughly entertained!
• Friday, December 4, 6:00 PM, A new Book Club is starting at The Rabbit Hole! The book club has its own Facebook page: http://tinyurl.com/yk8z9d7. The first meeting will be on Friday, Dec. 4th, 6:00 pm. The first book chosen is Pride & Prejudice and Zombies. Far from turning out to be just a joke, the book has turned out to be better than anyone expected and has garnered largely favorable reviews. You can read a full review here: http://tinyurl.com/yk8z9d7.
• Thursday, December 3, 7:00 PM, Open-mic night at The Rabbit Hole!
• Sunday, November 29, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids aged 12 and under. Area writer/artist Sally Cragin hosts the readings.
• Sunday, November, 29, 2:00 PM, 2010 Herbal Almanac, Sally Cragin. Sally Cragin, editor, will be here discussing herbs and the excellent resource Llewellyn's 2010 Herbal Almanac.
• Thursday, November 19, 7:00 PM, Open-mic night at The Rabbit Hole!
• Thursday, November 12, 7:00 PM, Open-mic night at The Rabbit Hole!
• Thursday, November 5, 7:00 PM, Open-mic Night at The Rabbit Hole!
• Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience. Area writer/artist Sally Cragin will host the summer readings.
• Thursday, October 29, 7:00 PM, Open-mic nights are back at The Rabbit Hole! In cooperation with Fitchburg State, we are bringing back the popular community open-mic nights. Admission is free. Participants are invited to bring original poetry, short stories, creative fiction, songs, spoken word pieces and so forth.
• Saturday, October 17, We will see you at the 6th Annual Fitchburg Forge-In Blacksmith Festival.
• Friday, October 16, 7:00 PM, Candice Salyers - Modern Dance. A new type of event for us here at The Rabbit Hole. We are excited to be able to host Candice Salyers with a dance/movement performance. Her Chambers performance is exploring movement qualities that exist within the transformation of perception and the perceiving of transformation, this site-adaptive dance work travels through a series of intimate and expansive spaces.
• Thursday, October 15, 7:00 PM, Open-mic nights are back at The Rabbit Hole! In cooperation with Fitchburg State, we are bringing back the popular community open-mic nights. Admission is free. Participants are invited to bring original poetry, short stories, creative fiction, songs, spoken word pieces and so forth.
• Sunday, October 11, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series once a month for kids age 12 and under. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience. Area writer/artist Sally Cragin will host the summer readings.
• Saturday, October 10, 3:00 PM, Christine Lindemer, editor of True Cow Tales - Literary Sketches and Stories by Farmers, Ranchers and Dairy Princesses. Whether you've worked with cattle, milked cows, branded steers, or not, if you ever yearned to farm or manage a ranch, you'll enjoy these heartwarming and dramatic stories. Whatever your mood, you'll find a tale in this book that will entertain you or bring you good cheer. You can change a milking machine, change a tractor tire, switch buggy drivers, but the big change will come from reading this book. It will change your life...for the butter. Christine's web site.
• Tuesday, October 6, 7:00 PM, Hans Rickheit - The Squirrel Machine

  If you love graphic novels, then you don't want to miss this event from one of the world's premier publishers of the art form - Fantagraphics. The Squirrel Machine is the longest and most ambitious graphic novel by legendary obscurantist cartoonist Hans Rickheit - 200 pages of exquisitely rendered pictorial narrative. Meticulous, strange, and hauntingly beautiful, this enigmatic work will ensure the inquisitive reader a spleenful of cerebral serenity that will take exposure to vast quantities of mediocrity to dispel. Check out an excerpt at SquirrelMachine.org.

• Friday, October 2, 7:00 PM, After Hours at the Rabbit Hole with The Bella Birds, a fantastic indie folk rock band that puts on a great show. The Bella Birds focus their music on catchy melodies, tight harmonies, creative lyrics, and perhaps absurd humor.You can listen to some of their songs on the MySpace page.
• Thursday, October 1, 7:00 PM, Open-Mic Night.
• First Thursday, October 1, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, Mark Bodanza, Author of A Game That Forged Rivals: How Competition Between Two New England High Schools Created One of the Greatest Traditions in Football.
• Saturday, September 26, 7:00 PM, After Hours at the Rabbit Hole, a night of exciting, innovative local music featuring Johnny Cab, Circadian Rhythm, Reigning Snakes, Champagne Kampaign, and Billy's Bones. Expect to hear a vibrant, indie rock type sound.
• Thursday, September 24, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open Mic. Open-mic nights are back at The Rabbit Hole! In cooperation with Fitchburg State, we are bringing back the popular community open-mic nights. Admission is free. Participants are invited to bring original poetry, short stories, creative fiction, songs, spoken word pieces and so forth.
• Saturday, September 19, 2:00 PM, Local author Timothy McLean will be reading his book "The King and the Magical Rainbow Fish" on Saturday, September 19th at 2:00 PM.
• Sunday, September 13, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12.
• First Thursday, September 3, opportunities to win free Rabbit Hole t-shirts, free comics for the kids, and sales on all items in the store.
• Friday, August 28, 7:00 PM, Another night of live music in The Rabbit Hole's popular After Hours series. We are bringing in the underground Hip-Hop Sensation from Brooklyn - Cx Kidtronik. Cx Kidtronik is a singer, producer, multi-instrumentalist and collaborator with Antipop Consortium, Saul Williams and has toured with Nine Inch Nails. Also playing are local favorites Alto Jeffro, BlackSteelPeacock, Itheye, Ununi, Gaetana Brown. All 6 bands for $5 Admission.
• Sunday, August 16, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12.
• Saturday, August 8, 2:00 PM, David Brody author of Cabal of the Westford Knight - a groundbreaking suspense novel inspired by the legend of the Westford Knight. The legend recounts how Scottish explorers secretly visited Westford, Massachusetts in 1398, where they carved an effigy in stone to commemorate the death of a fallen comrade, a carving that remains visible today. But who were these explorers, and why had they come? The life of the story's modern-day protagonist depends on finding the answers.
• First Thursday, August 6, 4:30-6:00 PM, Ice Cream: the Full Scoop - Everybody screams for ice cream! Gail Gibbons explains the many firsts in ice cream history and how ice cream is made and how it gets to your home. Join us on a hot summer day for a reading of Ice Cream: the Full Scoop. Make a craft. Have some ice cream. The first 30 families will receive a copy of the book to take home.Sponsored by The Fitchburg Public Schools Title I Department and and McKinney Vento Grant.
• Our BIG SALE ends Friday, July 31!
• Saturday, July 25, 7:00 PM, The Carnival Project -- Step right up for a night of art, games and live music!The Rabbit Hole will turn over their upstairs to over ten artists displaying their works based on a carnival theme. Live music by Esmay Freihofer and Valerie Ramos. Featuring art by Emily D'Arcangelo, Robert A. Varisco, Rosalia Marquis, Zooey L-V, Emily Joy Ashman, Dan Joe, Heather L. Newton, Danielle Festa, Erebos Studios, Jessie-Lee, Heather Rose and more. All proceeds of sales of art go to the artist. Free admission.
• Sunday, July 12, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12. The Rabbit Hole presents a free Sunday poetry series for kids, once a month starting June 14. Kids can bring a favorite poem to read out loud, or we can give your child a poem to read. Moms, Dads and family members are welcome to read also. And if you are a child who is writing poetry, come share your work with a receptive audience.
• Saturday, July 11, 7:00 PM, Comedy Night. We have several great comedians lined up. But get this: We are also opening up the floor to other comedians. Friends and family tell you that you are hilarious? It's time to take it to the public. Keep your stand-up to a six-minute time limit, and start practicing. Our past open mic nights have attracted large and appreciative crowds, so don't miss out! You can sign up at the store, or just send us an email.
• First Thursday, July 2, 4:30-6:00 PM - Corn is used in many of children's favorite foods. Popcorn, corn on the cob, corn dogs, cornflakes - but what is the story behind this popular grain? Come find out... Sample some snacks made from corn... Plant some corn... Join us for a reading of the popular children's book Corn by Gail Gibons. The first 30 families will receive a copy of the book to take home! This program is sponsored by The Fitchburg Public Schools Title 1 Department and McKinney Vento Grant.
• Saturday, June 27, 3:00 PM - Lauren Roy of Sugar Hollow Farm. Lauren will give a talk about her book The Modern Pioneer, An Almanac of Natural Living that will provide us with information and the tools we need to live healthier lives. She'll also speak of self-sufficiency in these tough economic times. Lauren conducts workshops at her Sugar Hollow Farm in Phillipston, MA. These workshops are geared towards educating, empowering and celebrating people. More information can be found at her website: Sugar Hollow Farm.
• Saturday, June 20, 4:00 PM, Edible Forest Gardens. Wouldn't you like to grow an abundant food-producing ecosystem in your back yard? You can! Author David Jacke of will be here at The Rabbit Hole. He is the author of Edible Forest Gardens - an in-depth course in ecological garden design. The series provides an ecological and cultural context for forest gardening in modern North America, while building on the vision of a holistic study of forest ecology.
• Sunday, June 14, 1:00 PM, Poetry Readings for Kids Under 12 with area writer/artist Sally Cragin.
• Friday, June 12, 7:00 PM, Live Noise and Experimental Music! Our noise nights have been popular here at The Rabbit Hole. Don't miss out on the chance to hear live, experimental music right here in Fitchburg. Our last show was awesome, and broke new ground in the frontier of experimental music. The lineup so far: Alto Jeffro, Black Steel Peacock, Itheye, Ununi.
• First Thursday, June 4, 5:00 PM, Before Twilight - How Vampires Got to be So Hot. Think you know vampires? You're in for some surprises! Come hear how it all got started, from eighteenth century folklore to torrid vampire romance. From fangs and coffins to stakes and sparkles, you'll learn where everything you associate with vampires originates. You can ask questions, hear an excerpt from the vampire novel Mortal Touch, and have an opportunity to get a complimentary Tarot reading! Inanna Arthen has been studying and writing about vampire folklore and fiction for several decades. She is the author of Real Vampires and May the Earth Not Receive Thee and the fictional Vampires of New England Series. She runs By Light Unseen Media, a small press dedicated entirely to books about vampires.
• Friday, May 29, 7:00 PM, a free, all-ages, alternative rock concert with Miranda Warning and The Bones.
  Miranda Warning, a fixture of Boston's original rock scene throughout the early 1990s, is doing a special, after-hours, one-time reunion show at The Rabbit Hole. In their day, they released three albums and played nearly 200 gigs throughout the east, south, and midwest -- their sharp, uptempo, melodic punk-pop garnered top-notch reviews that can be sampled on their site along with some free MP3s. Opening the show are The Bones, and it's their first-ever gig. Come down on Friday night and be among those who can say they saw them first!
• Saturday, May 16, 3:00 PM, Book Signing and reading with Emily Chetkowski, the children's author of Mabel Takes a Paddle.
• Thursday, May 14, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open-Mic
  Performers and Appreciators Welcome!!
• Thursday, May 7, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open-Mic
  Performers and Appreciators Welcome!!
• Saturday, May 2, 2:00 PM, Book Signing/Reading with D.B. Johnson
  We are excited to host D.B. Johnson, author of children's favorite, Henry Hikes to Fitchburg. He will be here with his new book Henry's Night.
• Thursday, April 23, 7:00 PM, Stand Up and Speak Community Open-Mic
  Performers and Appreciators Welcome!!
  All are invited to bring original poetry, short stories, creative fiction, songs, spoken word pieces, music or just an appreciating ear to The Rabbit Hole. Please keep pieces under 6 minutes and bring a positive attitude, an open mind, a brilliant smile and don’t be afraid to stand up and shout when it hits you! The first two open-mics held here have been huge hits with a very appreciative crowd. Don't miss out!
• March 28, 2009, Saturday - Author: Christine Lindemer "Beauly the Donkey-Mooing Beltie."
• March 19, 2009, Thursday - Community Mic Night in Honor of Women's History Month, held in conjunction with Fitchburg State College.
• March 6, 2009, Friday - After Hours Music Event: Black Steel Peacock, I the Eye, and Unini.
• February 28, 2009, Saturday - Author: Paul Harding, "Tinkers."
• February 5, 2009, Fitchburg First Thursday - Musician/Author: Eddy Troxler in a solo guitar concert and book signing.
• January 24, 2009, Saturday Author: Rich Letarte, "That One Glorious Season" * Author: Rip Pallotta, "One Day in Mudville" * Author: Jack Walsh, "Baseball's Good guys: The Real Hero's of the Game"
• Saturday, January 3, 2009, 1:00 PM - The Rabbit Hole is hosting a performance and CD-signing for New England-based folk journeyman Ernest Spencer.
• December 14, 2008, Sunday - We will have a booth at the Good-Wil Sunday Jazz Brunch. The brunch is located at the Senior Center (The armory located in downtown Fitchburg). Featuring the music of Wil Darcangelo and his 5-piece infused jazz ensemble plus additional guests. It will serve a full-brunch buffet. Each month the proceeds from the event go to benefit one of ten different area non-profit organizations. More info at this link.
• December 6, 2008, Saturday - Mary Trainor-Brigham speaks about the art of film. Mary is the author of Deep Cinema: Film as Shamanic Initiation. Her presentations are fascinating. Mary's book is currently in stock.
• November 29, 2008, Saturday - The Rabbit Hole After Hours Shows kick off with Black Steel Peacock. Alternative noise kind of stuff. Do NOT show up if Throbbing Gristle makes you run out of the room holding your bleeding ears. Samples of Black Steel Peacock over at their MySpace page and featured at Noise for Obama.
• November 22, 2008, Saturday, 2:00 PM, a reading and signing by author, CJ West. Sin and Vengeance and A Demon Awaits (in stock). Check out CJ's site.
• November 14, 2008, Friday, 5:00 PM, author, J.L. Vallee reading and signing copies of her book, Severed Soul: One Woman's Journey Through Post-Traumatic Stress, which we have in stock. JL Vallee's MySpace Page.
• November 6, 2008, Thursday, First Thursday, live music with The Steve GutenBAND, and at least 5 local artists hanging out and displaying their work. Open until 11:00 PM.
• October 25, 2008, Saturday, 3:00 PM, local author, John L. Bisol, reading and book signing. The perfect author for Halloween.
• October 18, 2008, Saturday,, Rabbit Hole representing at annual Fitchburg Forge-In Blacksmith Festival.
• October 2, 2008, Thursday,, artist gathering for Fitchburg First Thursday, October.
• September 4, 2008, Thursday, Grand Opening. Ribbon-cutting with the mayor as part of Fitchburg First Thursday Event, September.

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