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SUMMARY:Winter Coat Drive
DESCRIPTION:Coat Boston\, a Lexington-based nonprofit program providing new winter coats and accessories to Boston families in need\, will hold its annual coat drive from September 15 through November 8\, 2026. \nWorking in partnership with Boston Public Schools and Boston social service organizations\, Coat Boston distributes new winter coats\, hats\, and mittens to children and adults in underserved communities. The program operates from space provided by Hancock Church in Lexington. \nLast year\, Coat Boston distributed 2\,700 new coats and winter accessories. This year\, the organization hopes to collect 3\,000 coats as families face increasing economic challenges and the need for winter clothing continues to grow. \nCoat Boston was established in 2009 by City Mission Society of Boston and moved to Lexington four years ago after City Mission permanently closed. The program has continued its mission with the support of volunteers\, donors and community partners. \nCommunity members can help by donating new coats and winter accessories through November 8. Donations may be dropped off at Coat Boston\, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington. Information about the coat drive\, additional ways to donate and Coat Boston’s work is available at coatboston.org
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/winter-coat-drive/
LOCATION:Hancock Church\, 1912 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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SUMMARY:Willard’s Woods: a brief journey through a historic landscape
DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Howry\, Ph.D.\, a Lexington historian and archaeologist\, in the exploration of Willard’s Woods. The area presents many examples of how our New England landscape was shaped by nature and occupied by humans. The tour will show participants many of the features of the 100 acres that tell stories of what has happened in the past 12\,000 years. Posters and artifacts will supplement the narrative as we explore the various terrains and historic areas within the conservation area. Participants will particularly come to appreciate the historic landscape and what it tells us about our colonial forbearers’ lives. Wear long pants with closure straps\, hiking footgear and weather-proof clothing. \nMeet in the main parking lot on North Street. \nRegistration required\, limited to 35 participants\, see CLC web site for registration link (https://clclex.org/events/) \nLeader: Jeff Howry\n 
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/willards-woods-a-brief-journey-through-a-historic-landscape-3/
LOCATION:Willards Woods\, Opposite 44 North Street\, Lexington
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens for Lexington Conservation":MAILTO:info@lexfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Walking Tour: Stories in Stone
DESCRIPTION:Explore more than three centuries of Lexington’s history on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground\, where skulls and crossbones\, willow trees\, and urns reveal how attitudes toward death have changed through the centuries. Discover the evolution of mortuary art and meet some of Lexington’s most notable residents along the way. The one-mile tour leaves from Buckman Tavern; space is limited to 20 people\, and online ticket sales close at 6 PM the evening before.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/saturday-stroll-walking-tour-stories-in-stone-2/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington History Museums":MAILTO:visitorservices@lexingtonhistory.org
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SUMMARY:Early voting kickoff at Fletcher Park
DESCRIPTION:Early voting for the November 3 election opens in Massachusetts this very day. Cast your ballot at Cary Hall\, then walk next door to celebrate\, write postcards\, sign up to volunteer\, and hear some music. Bring a friend — or three. (Or come to the park first to learn about the ballot questions. Then vote.) \nThe single most important thing you can do on October 17 is vote. \nCary Hall is Lexington’s early-voting site\, a few steps down from Fletcher Park (next to the Police Station). \nPlease sign up! Hope to see you there! \nFor info: lexingtonalarm.org\nTo sign up: mobilize.us/nokings/event/1036866
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/early-voting-kickoff-at-fletcher-park/
LOCATION:Fletcher Park\, 1557 Mass Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Alarm!":MAILTO:info@lexingtonalarm.org
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SUMMARY:Family Barn Dance: A Fundraiser for Coat Boston
DESCRIPTION:Get on your dancing shoes\, have fun with neighbors\, and help keep Boston WARM this winter! \n\n\nJoin us at Hancock Church for a Family Barn Dance! The night will raise funds for Coat Boston\, which provides thousands of winter coats to children across Boston (read more at coatboston.org). \n\nLocal caller Jacob Bloom will be teaching and calling square dances–no dance experience required! \nThere will also be a Silent Auction\, and Raffle tickets will be available at the door for themed baskets. \nSnacks and cider will be served. ALL ARE WELCOME! \nTickets available here: hancockchurch.org/family-barn-dance-fundraiser/\nLimited day-of tickets will be available.\nEntry is $15 for adults\, free for children and teens 17 and under.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/family-barn-dance-a-fundraiser-for-coat-boston/
LOCATION:Clark Hall\, Hancock Church\, 1912 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, United States
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