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First Baptist Church of Lexington is holding their annual Patriot’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 19th from 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. “All you can eat” pancakes, sausages, O.J., and coffee. Adults $8, Children $5. Proceeds benefit local charities. First Baptist Church is located at 1580 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, across from the Police station.
Looking for some nourishment during the Lex250 celebrations on Saturday April, 19th? Church of Our Redeemer (at 6 Meriam Street in Lexington) will be hosting its annual Pancake Breakfast and a new Hot Dog Stand! From 6:00 am - 10:00 am, pancake meals (including pancakes & sausage, juice and choice of coffee or hot chocolate) […]
On April 19, 1775, the first shots of the American Revolution were fired on Lexington Green, changing history forever. On April 19, 2025—exactly 250 years later—you have the once-in-a-generation opportunity to run in the footsteps of history during the 111th Annual Patriots’ Day Road Race. This year’s event is part of Lexington’s 250th Anniversary (Lex250) celebrations, and for the first time ever, every finisher […]
Carry a sponsor banner as a member of a two or three-person team. Be a part of Lexington's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington! Get a free T-shirt. High school students earn 4 hours of community service credit. Teams assemble at Eeast Lexington Fire Station at 12:30 pm on parade day. […]
Where is the Parker boulder? Is there a weathervane on the Belfry? What happened at the Harrington House? No matter how long you've lived in Lexington, there is still plenty for your kids to discover! Have them test their clue-solving and observation skills with a Revolutionary-themed scavenger hunt that takes them to sites around the […]
Experience unique perspectives of history this Patriots' Day! On Monday, April 21st, you can explore four unique sites from Lexington History Museums to learn more about this small farming town that ignited a war for independence. Start with a scavenger hunt around the Battle Green for young historians, beginning from the Lexington Depot or Buckman […]
In an effort to make the sport we love accessible to kids of all ages, the Lexington High School Track & Field team hosts an annual spring clinic for elementary school aged kids. The clinic offers participants the opportunity to experience a fun, pressure free environment to train with the LHS coaches and work directly […]
Calling all aspiring young Patriots and Redcoats! Lexington Historical Society, in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot, welcomes all willing participants for an interactive reenactment of the Battle of Lexington! Participants will be trained by members of the Lexington Minute Men or His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot […]
Please join us at the Lexington Republican Town Committee's Monthly Meeting on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00 pm at the Lexington Community Center, Room 242, 39 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02421. We represent the Republican Party at the local level, promote the objectives of the Republican Party, and work for the nomination and election […]
Join us at Arlington Reservoir to look for early songbird migrants (Warbling Vireo, first orioles, and numerous colorful Yellow-rumped and Palm warblers likely) and lingering migrant ducks (Green-winged Teal likely and maybe a Ruddy). We'll do a complete circuit of the reservoir and check Lexington Community Farm also. Meet at the gym set area of […]
Explore part of northeast Lexington on this 2.8-mile-long route. We will go through Lower Vine Brook and Shaker Glen conservation lands along the way. Park near the signed trail entrance opposite 99 Laconia Street. Leader: Ruth Ladd - 781-956-6774, wetlandmom@aol.com
Spring cleaning? Decluttering? Want to make a positive environmental impact? Bring your electronics, appliances, and bikes for recycling. Follen Church in Lexington, MA is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, April 26 from 9AM-2PM. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and […]