Workshops & events calendar
Explore the many gatherings, meet-ups, workshops, photo opportunities and special events that happen here ~ we add new invitations almost every day.
Contact us to host one of your own ~ or to learn more about the Membership opportunities that provide complimentary access to many of the events on our calendar.
2 Session Intro to Mahjong
Julie Cummins of “Mahj Jongg with Julie” is now offering 2-session Intro to American Mah Jongg workshops at the Bird & Bear!
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Find Your People: Small Business Connect + Network
Come find your people at our monthly Small Business Connect & Network Meet-Up.
Seamstress Pop-Up Fittings with Margaret Aldrich, The Traveling Seamstress
Margaret Aldrich, The Traveling Seamstress, is bringing her seamstress and designer services to The Bird and Bear Collective.
Bag Charm Bonanza
Whether you’re looking to give your favorite Trader Joe’s tote a fun glow-up or you’re obsessed with the current trend of layering and personalizing your daily accessories, this fun event is for you.
Gramp's Gizmos Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Join us as we celebrate the launch of Gramp’s Gizmos by Daniel Desiato!
“Bonus” Book Club Meet-Up
Join us for a bonus book club gathering as we close out our summer reading season with coffee, good conversation, and a discussion of The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune!
Fall Sign Painting Party
Unleash your creativity as we gather for an afternoon of creativity, connection & a little fall magic to create beautiful, personalized signs perfect for sprucing up your front door!
Neurodivergent Nurturer's Meet-Up
An invitation to an evening of conversation & support for parents and caregivers who are navigating the world of caring for a neurodivergent child.
Work & Walk {Co-Work & Connect}
Join us for a productive co-working session at the Bird & Bear (10-11:30am) followed by an outdoor walk on the Holliston Rail Trail (11:30-12:15)!
Explore the Art of Watercolor Painting with Patricia Shaw Illustrations
Learn the art of watercolor with Patricia Shaw Illustrations.
Back to School Kitchen Survival: Easy Lunches & Quick Weeknight Meals
Join Danielle DeSiato of The Curated Kitchen for a practical, encouraging workshop designed to help you make the transition back to school a little easier.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Member Info and Orientation
Whether you've been following along for a while or have only recently discovered our community, this is a great opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we do, and how membership can help you connect with others in meaningful ways.
Back to School Kitchen Survival: Easy Lunches & Quick Weeknight Meals
Join Danielle DeSiato of The Curated Kitchen for a practical, encouraging workshop designed to help you make the transition back to school a little easier.
2 Session Intro to Mahjong
Julie Cummins of “Mahj Jongg with Julie” is now offering 2-session Intro to American Mah Jongg workshops at the Bird & Bear!
Garment Repair Workshop with The Travelling Seamtress
Join Margaret Aldrich, The Traveling Seamstress, for a mini-workshop focused on hand-sewing techniques for garment repair.
Bird & Bear Barn Mini Sessions with Sarah Owen Photography
Book a Fall Mini-Session at the Bird & Bear’s private backyard barn.
Parent Meet-Up: Back to School & Fall Candles
Parent Meet-Up sponsored by Holliston’s Drug & Alcohol Awareness Coalition + Holliston’s Youth & Family Services
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Work & Walk {Co-Work & Connect}
Join us for a productive co-working session at the Bird & Bear (10-11:30am) followed by an outdoor walk on the Holliston Rail Trail (11:30-12:15)!
Introduction to Candle Making
Join Hedge & Heather Apothecary for a creative evening at the Bird & Bear to learn the art of wicking and pouring your own candle with your personalized selection of fragrance, vessel and personal pour.
Headshot Pop-Up Event
Put away the mirror selfies for good with the Headshot Pop-up at the Bird and Bear Collective by NOUN photo studio!
Made with Love {DIY} Farmer's Market Party
We’ve seen this fun event all over the internet ~ so we thought it would be fun to host one with Birds & Bears!
Book Club Monthly Meet-Up
In September, we’ll read More Than Enough by Anna Quindlen. Be a part of it and read with us.
Creative Writing with Jean Robison: Haiku
Join Author & Creative Writing Teacher Jean Robison for this Creative Writing Workshop: Writing a Haiku.
Fall Sign Painting Party
Unleash your creativity as we gather for an evening of creativity, connection & a little fall magic to create beautiful, personalized signs perfect for sprucing up your front door!
Find Your People: Small Business Connect + Network
Come find your people at our monthly Small Business Connect & Network Meet-Up.
Member Meet-Up Social at the Barn
Join us for a Member Social at the Bird & Bear Barn ~ exclusively for the Explore & Soar + Nest & Rest Membership community that makes this space so special.
Bird & Bear Barn Mini Sessions with Sarah Owen Photography
Book a Fall Mini-Session at the Bird & Bear’s private backyard barn.
Explore the Art of Watercolor Painting with Patricia Shaw Illustrations
Learn the art of watercolor with Patricia Shaw Illustrations.
Neurodivergent Nurturer's Meet-Up
An invitation to an evening of conversation & support for parents and caregivers who are navigating the world of caring for a neurodivergent child.
Building an Editing Toolkit for Life and Work
Editing isn't just about fixing mistakes. It's a skill that we can practice and use to sharpen how we think, communicate, and make decisions. This writing workshop with Annie Brubaker, PhD introduces practical editing techniques you can apply to your own writing, whether it's an email, a personal essay, or a newsletter.
2 Session Intro to Mahjong
Julie Cummins of “Mahj Jongg with Julie” is now offering 2-session Intro to American Mah Jongg workshops at the Bird & Bear!
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Find Your People: Small Business Connect + Network
Come find your people at our monthly Small Business Connect & Network Meet-Up.
Sound Bowl Healing with Resonance Wellness
Explore & Soar Member Julia Bilanceri, founder of Resonance Wellness, will be hosting a special sound healing experience at The Bird & Bear Collective!
Bird & Bear Barn Mini Sessions with Sarah Owen Photography
Book a Fall Mini-Session at the Bird & Bear’s private backyard barn.
Creative Writing with Jean Robison: Poetry
Join Author & Creative Writing Teacher Jean Robison for this Creative Writing Workshop: Poetry
Introduction to Candle Making
Join Hedge & Heather Apothecary for a creative evening at the Bird & Bear to learn the art of wicking and pouring your own candle with your personalized selection of fragrance, vessel and personal pour.
Bird & Bear Barn Mini Sessions with Sarah Owen Photography
Book a Fall Mini-Session at the Bird & Bear’s private backyard barn.
Neurodivergent Nurturer's Meet-Up
An invitation to an evening of conversation & support for parents and caregivers who are navigating the world of caring for a neurodivergent child.
Creative Writing with Jean Robison: The Personal Essay
Join Author & Creative Writing Teacher Jean Robison for this Creative Writing Workshop: Personal Essay
Bird & Bear Barn Mini Sessions with Sarah Owen Photography
Book a Fall Mini-Session at the Bird & Bear’s private backyard barn.
Introduction to Candle Making
Join Hedge & Heather Apothecary for a creative evening at the Bird & Bear to learn the art of wicking and pouring your own candle with your personalized selection of fragrance, vessel and personal pour.
Creative Writing with Jean Robison: Flash Fiction
Join Author & Creative Writing Teacher Jean Robison for this Creative Writing Workshop: Flash Fiction
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
The Unedited Page: Writing for Clarity and Joy
What if writing felt less like a task and more like an experiment? Inspired by Suleika Jaouad's The Book of Alchemy, this generative writing workshop with Annie Brubaker, PhD is for anyone who's ever felt too busy or too blocked to write.
Book Club Monthly Meet-Up
In August, we’ll read My Husband's Wife by Alice Feeney. Be a part of it and read with us.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Ceramic Pressed Flower Plates
Celebrate the beauty of nature and the joy of handmade with an evening of clay and blooms. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll create a free-form ceramic plate using slab-building techniques. After rolling out your clay, you'll shape your plate organically and use fresh flowers and botanicals to press delicate textures and patterns into the surface, creating a one-of-a-kind piece inspired by nature.
Made with Love {DIY} Farmer's Market Party
We’ve seen this fun event all over the internet ~ so we thought it would be fun to host one with Birds & Bears!
Hygge House Books Pop-Up
We are thrilled to welcome Beth Orsini of Hygge House Books back to The Bird & Bear Collective!
Member Info and Orientation
Whether you've been following along for a while or have only recently discovered our community, this is a great opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we do, and how membership can help you connect with others in meaningful ways.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Writers & Authors Meet-Up
Join us for an introductory Authors & Writers Meet-Up ~ a time to connect with others on the journey of sharing their story.
Seamstress Pop-Up Fittings with Margaret Aldrich, The Traveling Seamstress
Margaret Aldrich, The Traveling Seamstress, is bringing her seamstress and designer services to The Bird and Bear Collective.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
The Everyday Enchantress Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Join us we celebrate the Bird & Bear ribbon cutting of The Everyday Enchantress!
Find Your People: Small Business Connect + Network
Come find your people at our monthly Small Business Connect & Network Meet-Up.
Writers & Authors Meet-Up
Join us for an introductory Authors & Writers Meet-Up ~ a time to connect with others on the journey of sharing their story.
Bedazzling at the Bird & Bear!
Together we are going to bedazzle our favorite hard cover books and a claw clip to put our hair up while we read!
Neurodivergent Nurturer's Meet-Up
An invitation to an evening of conversation & support for parents and caregivers who are navigating the world of caring for a neurodivergent child.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Cookie Decorating with Spvrk Lab
Join Explore & Soar Member, Tiana Mui of SPVRK LAB for a hands-on cookie decorating workshop.
Book Club Monthly Meet-Up
In July, we’ll read Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan. Be a part of it and read with us.
Summer Bag Charm Bonanza
Whether you’re looking to give your favorite Trader Joe’s tote a fun summer glow-up or you’re obsessed with the current trend of layering and personalizing your daily accessories, this night is for you.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
2 Session Intro to Mahjong
Julie Cummins of “Mahj Jongg with Julie” is now offering 2-session Intro to American Mah Jongg workshops at the Bird & Bear!
Writers & Authors Meet-Up
Join us for an introductory Authors & Writers Meet-Up ~ a time to connect with others on the journey of sharing their story.
Member Meet-Up Social at the Barn
Join us for a Member Social at the Bird & Bear Barn ~ exclusively for the Explore & Soar + Nest & Rest Membership community that makes this space so special.
Sound Bowl Healing in the Barn
New Explore & Soar Member, Julia Bilanceri will be hosting a special sound healing experience in the Bird & Bear Barn ~ exclusively for the Explore & Soar + Nest & Rest Membership community that makes this space so special.
Find Your People: Small Business Connect + Network
Come find your people at our monthly Small Business Connect & Network Meet-Up.
Mahjong Gather & Play
Let’s gather & play the game we all can’t stop talking about! This is an “open play” format for those who know how to play ~ even if you just learned and need to practice!
Made with Love {DIY} Farmer's Market Party
We’ve seen this fun girls’ night all over the internet ~ so we thought it would be fun to host one with Birds & Bears!
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Imagine you and your friends, teams, kids, customers, or coworkers gathering for a private workshop or event at the Bird & Bear. We can make that happen!
Bring your own idea, or ask us to pull together one from our library of past and present events.
pop-ups & workshops
Do you have an idea for a pop-up or workshop that shares your gifts and talents with Birds & Bears? We can make that happen!
Let’s find a time to explore how we can bring your idea into the wilderness of the Bird & Bear Collective.
We look forward to seeing you!