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SUMMARY:LPS Winter Band Concert #2
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Lexington Winter Band Concerts! The second concert on January 30th will feature the LHS Wind Ensemble\, LHS Concert Band\, Clarke Gr. 6 – 8 Bands\, and the 5th Grade Bands from Bowman\, Bridge\, and Harrington. See the link to purchase tickets!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lps-winter-band-concert-2/
LOCATION:Lexington High School Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T190000
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SUMMARY:Community Conversations: "Affordable" Housing — What is it\, and how much do we need?
DESCRIPTION:We will screen the short animated film\, “Segregated by Design” at 6:30 pm. This film is based on Richard Rothstein’s book The Color of Law. \nWhat is “affordable housing”? Who uses it and why do we need it in Lexington? How will the actions we take as a Town impact our community and the broader housing crisis in Massachusetts? The evening’s panelists will answer these questions from personal\, Town\, and State perspectives and then invite you to consider how much affordable housing Lexington needs. \nRegister here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/W_5CG76tnR-CjbB6QYhacw \nModerator: State Representative Michelle Ciccolo \nPanelists: \nJack Cooper: Board member of the Housing Corporation of Arlington and the retired Executive Director of the Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants \nChris Kluchman: Acting Director of the Community Services Division\, and Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) \nTiffany Payne: Affordable housing advocate and member of Affordable Housing Trust \nElaine Tung: Chair\, Affordable Housing Trust
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/community-conversations-affordable-housing-what-is-it-and-how-much-do-we-need/
LOCATION:Follen Church Community Center\, Lexington\, Massachusetts\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Lyceum Advocates":MAILTO:info@lexlyceum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T183000
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SUMMARY:Discover Girl Scouts in Lexington (K)
DESCRIPTION:Lexington kindergarteners and their adults are invited to a free Girl Scout “try-it” event on Thursday\, February 1st\, at 6:30 PM in the Maria Hastings Elementary School cafeteria. Siblings are welcome. Let us know if you’re attending at gsema.org/eventrsvp2. \nUnable to attend or have an older child and want to learn more? Please visit gsema.org/moreinfo\, and a council staff member will be in touch. \nNew to Girl Scouts? We got you. Our comprehensive overview\, All About Girl Scouts\, covers nearly every question\, from membership fees to badges\, uniforms\, and activities—and beyond! Download yours at gsema.org/en/get-involved/be-a-girl-scout.html.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/discover-girl-scouts-in-lexington-k/
LOCATION:Maria Hastings Elementary School\, 8 Porter Ln\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts":MAILTO:su387lexington@gsema.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T203000
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SUMMARY:John Quincy Adams: Reluctant Abolitionist\, at the Lexington Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:As a Harvard alumnus\, diplomat\, U.S. President\, member of Congress and attorney before the Supreme Court\, John Quincy Adams had a unique relationship with slavery. Prickly and curmudgeonly\, he danced with abolitionists\, but never became one himself. However\, Adams did harbor an intense hatred for the arguments of Southern slaveholders\, and eventually found himself in the center of America’s greatest struggle. \nInformed by Adams’ revealing and often tormented musings from his vast diary\, hear from local historian Jeffrey Denman as he weaves a unique and gripping account of John Quincy Adams’ battle with slavery\, while exploring the many fault lines in American society that led to the Civil War. Included are the dramatic showdowns in the House of Representatives and Supreme Court\, as well as Adams’ attempts at outsmarting Southern politicians and his efforts to keep slavery at the forefront of Congressional activities. \nCopies of Denman’s new book\, John Quincy Adams: Reluctant Abolitionist\, will be available for sale. \n$10 Lexington Historical Society members\, $15 nonmembers
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/john-quincy-adams-reluctant-abolitionist-at-the-lexington-historical-society/
LOCATION:Lexington Depot\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Historical Society":MAILTO:programs@lexingtonhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T203000
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SUMMARY:White Lotus: A Live Musical Performance with the film “The Goddess”
DESCRIPTION:Composer\, vocalist\, and instrumentalist Min Xiao-Fen is one of the world’s leading performers on the pipa\, the stringed lute that has been an integral part of Eastern musical culture for millennia. Her latest album\, White Lotus\, engages with a relatively more recent art form\, presenting a reimagined soundtrack to director Wu Yonggang’s 1934 silent film The Goddess. In a duet with the innovative guitarist Rez Abbasi\, Min infuses spirited life and soulful nuance into actress Ruan Lingyu’s iconic but still controversial film portrait. Min will employ an array of traditional Chinese instrumentation and her exquisite voice to live score an English language-subtitled screening of this screen gem\, considered one of the best-known films of China’s cinematic golden age.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/white-lotus-a-live-musical-performance-with-the-film-the-goddess/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite Masonic Museum\, 33 Marrett Rd.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Community Education":MAILTO:LCE@lexingtonma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T160000
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SUMMARY:Valentines Workshop
DESCRIPTION:OUR ANNUAL VALENTINE-MAKING EVENT IS BACK! \nWe provide everything you need\, and you bring your ideas and create the valentine. \nThere are two options: \nCOLLAGE on Saturday\, February 3rd from 9 am-12 pm (all ages\, not a drop-off event). \nPRINTMAKING on Sunday\, February 4th from 1-4 pm (ages 16+). \nRegistration is required and the cost is $5 for Collage and $15 for Printmaking. More information can be found at www.munroecenter.org/valentines.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/valentines-workshop/
LOCATION:Munroe Center for the Arts\, 1403 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T113000
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SUMMARY:Wild Bird Feeding Info Session\, Sat\, Feb 3
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy watching the birds outside your window but have questions about what to feed them? Bird lovers are invited come to Wilson Farm’s Garden Shop to learn about the most common bird foods and types of bird feeders\, as well as which backyard birds you can attract to your feeders. This knowledge about seed\, nectar and feeder preferences can be applied to any brand and backyard! Josh Stasik\, President of the Wild Bird Feeding Institute’s Research Foundation\, and Wild Bird Director at Aspen Song\, will lead this lively\, interactive discussion with plenty of time for Q&A.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/wild-bird-feeding-info-session-sat-feb-3/
LOCATION:Wilson Farm\, 10 Pleasant Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilson Farm":MAILTO:customerservice@wilsonfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20231215T134317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T005154Z
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SUMMARY:IGIG Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars on Saturday\, February 3\, 2024\, for the highly anticipated annual IGIG Candidate Forum\, proudly co-sponsored by IGIG (Indian Americans’ Getting Involved Group) and esteemed partner organizations. Join us at the Lexington Community Center for a unique opportunity to actively engage with the candidates you will vote for on March 5th: Select Board\, Planning Board\, and School Committee all are contested races. \nJoin fellow Lexington residents in gaining valuable insights into their perspectives on crucial issues. The event will provide a platform for the community to interact directly with candidates\, fostering a deeper understanding of their visions and priorities. Don’t miss the chance to have your voice heard – attendees will also have the opportunity to submit questions to the candidates. Questions will be curated by organizing partners. \nSUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR CANDIDATES here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSen-Sl1kbkfHjmV3Y09dAeOgkTnbWRSDCaUzV-BwDIewPn3ew/viewform?usp=sf_link
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/igig-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="IGIG (Indians Getting Involved Group)":MAILTO:igig.lexma@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240201T143339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T143339Z
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SUMMARY:Mass Audubon Birds to Visit Wilson Farm\, Sun\, Feb 4\, 10am-2pm
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of your favorite birds up close! On Sunday\, February 4th\, our friends at Mass Audubon will be bringing birds for an educational demo you don’t want to miss!  Visit wilsonfarm.com or call 781-862-3900 for details on this free event.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/mass-audubon-birds-to-visit-wilson-farm-sun-feb-4-10am-2pm/
LOCATION:Wilson Farm\, 10 Pleasant Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilson Farm":MAILTO:customerservice@wilsonfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T011644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T011644Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Winter Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Bicentennial Band presents its Winter Concert on Sunday\, February 4 at 3 pm in the Donald Gillespie Auditorium at Lexington High School. Music Director Jeff Leonard will present the following program: \nThe Silver Quill – Sammy Nestico\nEmperata Overture – Claude T. Smith\nA Real Slow Drag – Scott Joplin\nRaider’s March – John Williams\nNew York: 1927 – Warren Barker \nIntermission\nThe Purple Carnival – Harry Alford \nSatiric Dances – Norman Dello Joio\nSwan’s Island Sojourn – Steven Reineke\nStar Trek – First Contact – Jerry Goldsmith\nSemper Fideles – John Philip Sousa \nThe concert is free\, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Gillespie Auditorium is fully accessible.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-winter-concert/
LOCATION:Lexington High School Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T011906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T011906Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Lyceum Advocates - Open House
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, February 7\, 7:00 pm\nWhere: Lexington Community Center\, Room 237 \nWhether you have been to one of our events or have just heard about us\, we invite you to stop by to learn more about who we are\, what we are doing\, and how you can be part of the action! \nQuestions? Reach out to us at info@lexlyceum.org.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-lyceum-advocates-open-house/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Lyceum Advocates":MAILTO:info@lexlyceum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240209T011746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T134449Z
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SUMMARY:28th Annual Regional High School Art Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:28th Annual Regional High School Exhibit: Feb 10\, 2024 – Mar 17\, 2024 \nExhibit hours: 11 am-5 pm\, Tuesday through Sunday \n(Note: the gallery will be closed from Feb 26 to Mar 1 for the artwork exchange) \n  \nReception Sunday\, Feb 11\, 2-4 pm (Artwork on view from Feb 10 to Feb 25) \nBurlington High School\, Lexington High School\, Minuteman High School\, Waltham High School \n  \nReception Sunday\, Mar 3\, 2-4 pm (Artwork on view from Mar 2 to Mar 17) \nBedford High School\, Concord-Carlisle High School\, Winchester High School \n  \nFeaturing the work of students from Bedford\, Burlington\, Concord-Carlisle\, Lexington\, Minuteman\, Waltham\, and Winchester high schools\, this exhibit showcases the creativity and innovation of area students and high school art programs and helps raise funds for our high school scholarship program. \nTo donate to the LexArt High School Scholarship Program\, please click on the link: https://www.lexart.org/scholarship-awards
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/28th-annual-regional-high-school-exhibit/
LOCATION:LexArt\, 130 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LexArt":MAILTO:mdcb16@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240119T071042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T071042Z
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SUMMARY:NPN Webinar: Everyday Inclusive and Equitable Action
DESCRIPTION:Often\, nonprofit organizations believe in diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) but need the know-how to operationalize it daily. This Zoominar will fill the gap between concept and implementation with actionable suggestions for folks at all organizational levels. \nAbout the Speaker \nSu Joun (she/her/hers) is the Principal of Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group LLC which works with organizations to diversify their workforce and create inclusive\, equitable work environments through consultation and training. She was the Vice President of Talent\, Diversity\, and Inclusion at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) where she led the enterprise diversity and inclusion\, talent acquisition and recruiting\, performance management and leadership development\, and associate engagement teams. In addition to expertise in diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) and talent management\, she has held leadership roles in IT; operations\, marketing\, sales\, and call centers in various organizations and industries.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/npn-webinar-everyday-inclusive-and-equitable-action/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Net of Greater Boston":MAILTO:dora.wang@nonprofitnet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240209T011231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T011231Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Healthy Relationships: Learning Red and Green Flags
DESCRIPTION:Join an educational Zoom session with Gabriela Wells\, a licensed social worker. Learn to identify Red Flags and Green Flags in partners\, as well as how to support yourself and other people in navigating healthy and unhealthy relationships. Register on MyRec or Zoom.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lets-talk-healthy-relationships-learning-red-and-green-flags/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Human Services Department":MAILTO:sgunda@lexingtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240209T011008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T011008Z
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SUMMARY:Frederick Douglass Day Transcription Event
DESCRIPTION:Join local historians\, students\, teachers\, and history enthusiasts as we participate in a national online crowd-sourcing transcription project to honor Frederick Douglass on his birthday. There will be history\, music\, readings\, fun\, and even cake! This year’s event features the Frederick Douglass Papers: General Correspondence\, 1841 to 1912\, in the collection of the Library of Congress. The event is free and open to all\, but we ask that you please register. No experience is necessary. \nThis event is co-sponsored by the Lexington Lyceum Advocates\, the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL)\, the Lexington Historical Society\, the Lexington High School Social Studies Department\, and the Lexington Youth Steam Team.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/frederick-douglass-day-transcription-event/
LOCATION:Lexington Depot Building\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Lyceum Advocates":MAILTO:info@lexlyceum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T011423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T011423Z
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SUMMARY:Walk Through Lent with Hancock Church
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to walk through their Lenten journey at Hancock Church\, right on the Battle Green at 1912 Mass. Ave. in Lexington! The church celebrates Mardi Gras with a festive service that includes New Orleans Jazz\, gospel\, and brass on Feb. 11 at 5 pm! Then on Ash Wednesday\, Feb. 14\, one can receive ashes and a blessing via Hancock’s Drive-thru Ashes from 6:30 – 7:30 am and 12 – 1 pm. In the evening is a contemplative Ash Wednesday Service led by the Rev. Dr. Barbara Callaghan at 7 pm. This service can be attended both in person or virtually via LexMedia or Youtube.com/HancockChurch. \nTo encourage a more exterior focus on prayer and worship both nationally and worldwide\, the Lenten theme follows one of the lessons of Gandhi: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Every Sunday carries its own specialization leading up to Holy Week including Generosity\, Mercy\, Faithfulness\, Compassion\, and Courage. Sunday morning worship is at 10 am and can be attended both in person and virtually. For more information about Hancock Church and its Lenten programming\, please go to HancockChurch.org/Lent-2024 or call (781) 862-4220.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/walk-through-lent-with-hancock-church/
LOCATION:Hancock Church\, 1912 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hancock Church":MAILTO:Office@HancockChurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240214T145428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T145428Z
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SUMMARY:League of Women Voters Candidates Night
DESCRIPTION:Candidates’ Night is an annual event organized by the League of Women Voters of Lexington to provide Town Meeting and town-wide office candidates an opportunity to present their positions on issues and to listen to constituents’ concerns.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/league-of-women-voters-candidates-night/
LOCATION:Clarke Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T010427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T010427Z
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SUMMARY:Rodent Control: The Good\, The Bad and the Ugly
DESCRIPTION:Save Lexington Wildlife & IndivisibleLAB are pleased to host this educational event and presentation which will cover why rodenticide is dangerous to wildlife and pets. Information will be shared about safe methods to control rodents and pest management. There will also be a discussion of a Warrant Article that is being put forward to the Town Meeting in March.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/rodent-control-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240216T102314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T102314Z
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SUMMARY:Nibbling on Native Plants in Your Back Yard and Beyond with Russ Cohen
DESCRIPTION:Native plants aren’t just for insects; many people find them delicious too! Plants that can nourish both groups provide an additional incentive for us to plant them in our yards and landscapes\, benefiting all. Join Russ Cohen\, expert forager and author of Wild Plants I Have Known…and Eaten\, for a virtual tour of at least two dozen species of native edible wild plants suitable for adding to your own landscape\, or nibbling on as you encounter them in other locales. Keys to the identification of each species will be provided\, along with details about edible portion(s)\, season(s) of availability\, preparation method(s)\, and propagation. \nUntil his retirement in June of 2015\, Russ Cohen’s “day job” was serving as the Rivers Advocate for the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game’s Division of Ecological Restoration. Now Russ has more time to pursue his passion for connecting to nature via his taste buds and assisting others in doing the same. Russ operates a small nursery outside of Boston\, where he grows and keeps hundreds of edible native plants\, and collaborates with a wide variety of landowning organizations (including the Town of Lexington) to plant them in appropriate places on their properties – a modern-day Johnny Appleseed for wild edibles.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/nibbling-on-native-plants-in-your-back-yard-and-beyond-with-russ-cohen/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Living Landscapes":MAILTO:lexlivingland@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240216T102910Z
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SUMMARY:Melody MacDuffee  and  the Story of Soul of Somanya
DESCRIPTION:Beadesigner International (BDI/The New England Bead Society) is pleased to present a lecture and workshop series with Melody MacDuffee\, co-founder and director of Soul of Somanya in Ghana. Join us as Melody MacDuffee tells of her journey with Soul of Somanya\, which all began when a group of Krobo artisans came across an article in Bead & Button magazine in which she was featured. They emailed her to ask if she could come to Ghana and teach them her skills. Six months later\, lugging six suitcases filled with jewelry-making tools and supplies\, Melody was on her way to Ghana. Today\, in an environment where job prospects are quite limited\, Soul of Somanya artisans earn a steady\, living wage in a healthy\, pleasant working environment doing something they enjoy- creating jewelry and other beaded products. \nThere will be two opportunities to meet Melody\, hear the story of how this all came to be\, and have an opportunity to see and shop hand-crafted products from Ghana. First\, on February 21\, during a Zoom presentation at BDI’s monthly meeting\, and then on February 24 for an in-person workshop and open beading session\, our monthly Bead-In\, at the Lexington Community Center. Please visit our website (https://www.beadesignerintl.org/) for more details and to register for these events. The lecture and Bead-In are free to members and first-time guests. All proceeds from sales go directly to the workers at Soul of Somanya. \nMelody MacDuffee is the author of four books and five wire-work booklets. She has taught her distinctive jewelry-making techniques all over the U.S. and as far away as Morocco and West Africa. She is also the co-founder and director of Soul of Somanya (https://www.soulofsomanya.net/)\, a fair-trade non-profit that offers paid training and steady\, living wage employment to disadvantaged Ghanaian artisans.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/melody-macduffee-and-the-story-of-soul-of-somanya/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beadesigner International":MAILTO:programming@beadesignerintl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T005959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T005959Z
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SUMMARY:Mystic Chorale Sings Gospel at Cary Hall\, 2/23!
DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of hearing more than 175 Mystics singing gospel music\, led by award-winning director and composer\, Jonathan Singleton on Feb. 23 at 7:30 at Cary Hall in Lexington. Our featured guest singer will be internationally acclaimed vocalist and Berklee professor Nichelle Mungo\, who along with the chorale will present a spirit-filled concert offering an eclectic mix of music rooted in the African American gospel tradition. \nMystic Gospel: Moving Forward\, Looking Back charts the progression of gospel from its origin in the spirituals and the blues to today’s modern contemporary sound. The diverse program features Aretha Franklin’s How I Got Over\, Rhiannon Giddens’ Up Above My Head\, jazz guitarist Jonathan Butler’s Our Voices Matter\, gospel giant CeCe Winans’ Goodness of God\, the music of gospel choir great\, John P. Kee\, and more- all united by messages of love and unity. \nYou’ll be clapping and dancing in the aisles — join us! \nIf you cannot attend in person\, the concert will be live-streamed. \nTickets: $25 live\, $15 live stream at mysticchorale.org
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/mystic-chorale-sings-gospel-at-cary-hall-2-23/
LOCATION:Cary Hall\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mystic Chorale":MAILTO:info@mysticchorale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240222T135445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T135445Z
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SUMMARY:Lantern Festival on Saturday Feb 24
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Lantern Festival on Sat Feb 24 from 1-4 PM at Cary Library and continuing at the Depot from 4:30-7 PM. There will be cultural and musical performances\, flower arranging\, lantern making and more. \nThis spectacular event is brought to you by Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL)\, New Legacy Cultural Center\, Cary Memorial Library\, Cary Memorial Library Foundation\, Lexington Symphony\, and Lexington Historical Society. \nBelow are the details of the programs:\nProgram at Cary Library 1:00 – 4:00\nPerformances\n1:30 – 2:00 Cultural Performance\n2:30 – 3:00 Lexington Symphony String-Quartet\n3:30 – 4:00 Cultural Performance\nActivities\n– DIY Lantern Making 1:00 – 4:00 (Large meeting room)\n– Paper Cutting 1:00 – 4:00 (Large meeting room)\n– DIY Beeswax Candle Making 1:00 – 4:00 (Large meeting room)\n– Chinese Flower Arranging 2:00 – 3:30 (Commons Area)\n– Chinese Painting Experience 1:00 – 4:00 (Commons Area)\n– Youth LNY Art Exhibition 1:00 – 4:00 (Commons Area) \nProgram at Depot 4:30 – 7:00\n4:30 – 6:30 Interactive Fun\n– Colonial Dance\n– Chines Folk Dance\n– Children’s Choir\n– Riddles\n– And More\n6:30 – 7:00 Lantern Parade
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lantern-festival-on-saturday-feb-24/
LOCATION:Cary Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240223T000928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T000928Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet Film Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet examines just how far we’ve pushed Earth beyond the boundaries that have kept our planet stable for millennia\, and what steps must be taken to turn things around. Following the film Ricki Pappo\, Chair of Lexington Climate Action Network\, will lead a discussion of community experts and audience members. The discussion will focus on people’s reactions to the film and concrete responses we can take in our community. \nPlease register at the attached Cary Library link.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/breaking-boundaries-the-science-of-our-planet-film-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Cary Library
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Climate Action Network":MAILTO:info@LexCAN.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20231004T145609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T145609Z
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SUMMARY:Antje Duvekot to perform at Harmony on the Green coffeehouse
DESCRIPTION:Antje has won some of the top songwriting awards including the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition\, the prestigious\, Kerrville (TX) “Best New Folk Award” and in one of the nation’s top music markets\, she won the Boston Music Award for “Outstanding Folk Act”\, three of the top prizes in the singer songwriter world. Two of her albums found her working with Richard Shindell as producer\, as well as other “folk royalty” such as John Gorka\, Lucy Kaplancky and Mark Erelli. \nAntje has extensive touring experience\, criss-crossing the US and Europe many times. She is a compelling live performer and has been invited to play some of the top festivals including The Newport Folk Festival as well as the Mountain Stage\, Philadelphia and Kerrville Festivals. Internationally\, she’s headlined festivals in Scotland and Denmark. \nThe Bank of America featured Antje’s song “Merry Go Round” in a national TV advertising campaign\, including a Super Bowl audience. Neil Dorfsman\, producer for Bob Dylan\, Bruce Springsteen and Sting says\, “When I first heard Antje I knew I was witnessing something very special. She creates an entire\, detailed world in verse\, and takes you there with beautiful and understated melody. Her songs are stunning paintings of color and shade and always generate the heat and light that real art should. In an unpoetic and ‘in your face’ world\, she is lyrical and subtle” \nAntje has played the TEDMED conference in San Diego. CNN said of the experience\, “Then\, this morning\, the tone of the conference turned from intellectual to deeply emotional when Antje Duvekot played her guitar and sang about her grandmother’s descent into Alzheimer’s disease. Duvekot’s song was all too relatable for those of us who have watched loved ones slip away. ‘And Anna tries to form a thought / But at the end she’s forgotten where she started from / There’s something she would like to say / But the words in her head seem to have got away’ she sang.” \nAntje’s most recent album\, New Wild West was released in September\, 2023. \nHarmony on the Green is in Clark Hall at Hancock United Church of Christ\, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue. Parking is available on both sides of Massachusetts Avenue. In addition free parking\, including ADA accessible spots\, are available in our back parking lot. Our building is ADA accessible\, with accessible single user bathrooms\, and a chair lift at our back entrance that goes directly up to Clark Hall. If you enter through our front door\, there is an elevator that will take you upstairs\, and you’ll find Clark Hall down the hall and around the corner.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/antje-duvekot-to-perform-at-harmony-on-the-green-coffeehouse/
LOCATION:Harmony on the Green\, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harmony on the Green Coffeehouse":MAILTO:harmonyonthegreen@hancockchurch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240202T012758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T012758Z
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SUMMARY:Newhouse Wildlife Rescue & Eyes on Owls
DESCRIPTION:Jane Newhouse will discuss what wildlife rehabilitation is all about and share facts about wildlife\, including Phoenix the juvenile fox found in Lexington with an illegal leg trap. Learn the dos & don’ts of helping injured and orphaned animals\, as well as the dangers of rodenticide poisoning and the significant negative impact rodenticide has on our wildlife\, dogs\, and cats. \nEyes on Owls will give a live demonstration of several local owls including owls that have been saved from rodenticide poisoning. They will also educate attendees about owls and other raptors.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/newhouse-wildlife-rescue-eyes-on-owls/
LOCATION:Lexington Depot Building\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Save Lexington Wildlife":MAILTO:savagehome@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240301T160257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T160257Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Artists
DESCRIPTION:This has been a difficult time for many in the LGBTQIA+ community. This week we heard a vicious anti-trans tirade from a public commenter at the School Committee meeting. While two candidates for School Committee (Kathleen Lenihan and Deepika Sawhney) have expressed strong support for the Serious Talks curriculum\, the third candidate refused to even respond to LexPride’s questions for candidates. More broadly\, many of us are grieving the death of Nex Benedict — and trying to navigate numerous anti-trans (and anti-LGBTQIA+) laws in states where family and friends live. \n\nIn the midst of all this\, we need some queer joy! LexPride invites LGBTQIA+ people and allies to join us for an all ages Rainbow Artists event tomorrow (March 2)\, 1-3pm\, at the Lexington Community Center (dining room). Join us for creative expression\, art\, and social time in a warmly supportive setting. Folks can also register for our Spring session of Rainbow Artists for youth ages 8-11\, 12-15\, and 16-19.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/rainbow-artists/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240220T130006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T130006Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Democrats to Elect Delegates to Democratic State Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Democratic Town Committee invites all Lexington residents\, 16 and older\, who are preregistered or registered Democrats\, to a caucus on Saturday\, March 2\, 2024\, 2 PM at Clarke Middle School to elect delegates to the 2024 Democratic State Convention to be held June 1 in Worcester. \nRegistered and pre-registered Democrats in Lexington 16 years old by Thursday February 15th 2024 may vote and be elected as delegates or alternates during the caucus. Youth (age 16 to 35)\, people with disabilities\, people of color\, veterans\, members of the LGBTQ+ community not elected as delegates or alternates are encouraged to apply to be add-on delegates at the caucus or by visiting massdems.org/massdems-convention. \nThe 2024 Convention will be in person at the DCU Center in Worcester\, MA on June 1st.\nThose interested in the Lexington Democratic Town Committee should contact Margaret Coppe at mecoppe@gmail.com\, 339-223-0832 or Marc Saint Louis at marcsaintlouis@yahoo.com\, 703-\n623-7042.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-democrats-to-elect-delegates-to-democratic-state-convention/
LOCATION:Clarke Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240209T012410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T012410Z
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SUMMARY:The Master Singers of Lexington - Two Cellos and Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Join the Master Singers of Lexington on Saturday\, March 2 at 8:00 pm for their upcoming concert “Two Cellos and Chorus\,” featuring special guests The Ou Duo\, sibling cellists Sam and Carol Ou. The program features works by Barber\, Mendelssohn\, Glière\, and Tchaikovsky\, as well as a first performance of José Elizondo’s Mira el Sol. Purchase tickets online at www.themastersingers.org or by phone at (800) 595-4TIX. Discounts are offered for students\, seniors\, and WGBH members. There is ample free parking and the venue is handicapped accessible.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/the-master-singers-of-lexington-two-cellos-and-chorus/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Master Singers of Lexington":MAILTO:mastersingersoflexingtontix@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240315T033503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T033503Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go! Annual Dignity Matters Product Supply Drive
DESCRIPTION:Pilgrim Church\, Lexington Neighbor Brigade\, and new collaborator\, Keller Williams Boston Northwest Realty have launched the annual Dignity Matters Supply Drive in celebration of March’s International Women’s Month. The Drive runs from March 3 and has been extended to March 31. Dignity Matters is a non-profit organization assisting women and girls who are homeless or living in poverty\, providing a reliable supply of menstrual care products and underwear\, and improving health and confidence. Over the years\, Lexington residents have been an incredible force in contributing to this Drive\, and each year more residents participate. \nUndergarments and tampons are in great demand. Underwear must be new with tags or in the original packaging. Bras can be new or very gently used. All sanitary products must be new and individually wrapped. \nCollection boxes are located at Pilgrim – 55 Coolidge Avenue in Lexington. Or thanks to Keller Williams Boston Northwest and Realtor Harshini Joshi\, collection boxes at Keller Williams offices include 1 Militia Drive\, Ste. 204 / Heritage Building Lexington; 200 Baker Avenue Ste 205 Concord; and 186 Alewife Brook Parkway Cambridge. \nLet’s share some love and dignity with all women this March! Questions? Email welcome@pilgrimcongregational.org \nTHANK YOU!!!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/ready-set-go-annual-dignity-matters-product-supply-drive/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pilgrim Church":MAILTO:welcome@pilgrimcongregational.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132615
CREATED:20240223T041059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T041059Z
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SUMMARY:MacKID Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to start planning summer camp and activities! Visit the Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair at Teamworks in Acton on Sunday\, March 3rd from 1:30-4:30 pm. Free admission! Save the date! \nMeet representatives and gather information from camps\, recreation programs\, schools\, and activities\, including day camps\, overnight camps\, and specialty programs such as dance and martial arts. Visit the event discussion area to see updates and posts on specific camps and activities. \nCan’t make the March Camp Fair? Additionally\, we will host Summer Camp Fairs on February 11 from 12-3 pm and on April 6th from 9 am-12 pm at Westford Regency! \nIf you’d like information about exhibiting at the 8th Annual Summer Camp & Kids Activities Fair or sponsoring this event\, please contact Tessa at mackidlexingtonlowell@macaronikid.com.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/mackid-summer-camp-kids-activities-fair/
LOCATION:MA
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