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SUMMARY:Track & Field Winter Clinic (Middle School)
DESCRIPTION:While the Diamond and Clarke Cross County / Track & Field programs dominate in the fall and the spring\, there have been no opportunities to participate in organized track & field during the winter in Lexington. Beginning in 2023\, the LHS XC/Track program decided to change that. \n \nOur Winter Clinic provides middle school-aged kids a fun\, pressure-free environment to train with the LHS coaches and work directly with our student-athletes\, who will become their teammates at the high school. At the clinic\, we play games\, work on some track & field specific events\, and finish with a track meet and prizes. Just as important\, the clinic also allows our high school students the opportunity to mentor the next generation of kids in town. \n \nThis clinic is open to middle school students aged eleven (11) to fourteen (14) and runs December 26th to 28th from 3-6 pm at the Lexington High School Field House.  Please use the QR code above to register your child for our clinic.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/track-field-winter-clinic-middle-school/
LOCATION:LHS Field House
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington High School":MAILTO:lexgiving5k@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Services at Church of Our Redeemer
DESCRIPTION:Join Church of Our Redeemer as we celebrate the birth of Jesus! \nAt 3:45 pm\, just before our first service\, we will have a Carol Sing.  At 4:00 pm\, we will have a service with Holy Communion and our annual Christmas pageant.  All children are welcome to participate in the pageant. \nAt 8:00 pm we will have a service with Holy Communion and guest musicians joining our choir. \nAll are welcome!  Join us!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/christmas-eve-services-at-church-of-our-redeemer/
LOCATION:Church of Our Redeemer\, 6 Meriam St.\, Lexington\, 02420\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lexington’s Annual Christmas Eve Caroling
DESCRIPTION:Please bring family and friends to Lexington’s annual Christmas Eve Caroling event!  Caroling will take place from 4:00 – 4:30 pm on December 24th at the Hastings Park Bandstand in Lexington\, which is located at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Road.  Join in this town tradition that is enjoyed by several hundred residents and neighbors each year who gather to sing an assortment of traditional and favorite carols. Song sheets\, hot chocolate\, and cookies will be provided to all!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexingtons-annual-christmas-eve-caroling-2/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, Corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Worthen Rd.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T150000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Community Forum with Joe Pato
DESCRIPTION:On the third Saturday of each month\, I will hold a forum in the community room of the new police station. I’ll provide a brief update on my perspective on what has happened in Town over the past month and then invite a dialog for the rest of the hour. Come join me\, stay informed\, and share your thoughts and concerns. \nNext Session:\n\nSaturday\, December 21\, 2-3 pm @ Lexington Police Station Community Room
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/monthly-community-forum-with-joe-pato/
LOCATION:Lexington Police Department – Community Room\, 1575 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, M\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Pato Select Board Member":MAILTO:jpato@lexingtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T160000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Hands-On History: Spiced Orange Pomander Balls
DESCRIPTION:Many holiday decorating traditions started as a way to bring bright colors and fresh scents into the home during dark winter months. Pomander balls\, made of oranges studded with cloves\, do just that and will last for months. Design your own with a ribbon for hanging!\n\nIncluded with museum admission. Stop in any time between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM to make your own!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/holiday-hands-on-history-spiced-orange-pomander-balls/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Historical Society":MAILTO:programs@lexingtonhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T204500
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Expereince
DESCRIPTION:Winter Solstice Experience \nFriday\, December 20\, 2024 at 7:30 pm \nFirst Parish in Lexington \n  \nOn Friday\, December 20\, 2024\, First Parish in Lexington will present a Winter Solstice Experience at 7:30 pm.  With music\, ritual\, candles\, dancing\, and darkness\, we will experience the quiet of the longest night\, and welcome the sun as we wait for her return. Led by Rev. Anne Mason\, with Minister of Music\, Rip Jackson\, this event will be a mystical experience exploring earth-centered imagery\, with an invitation to cherish the darkness. You are invited to set aside your frenetic everyday concerns and take this hour for your own inward journey.  The Solstice is honored by indigenous religions around the world and we will have music\, dance\, and poetry which honor many traditions. The musicians will include vocal soloists\, Chelsea Cannon\, Liz Savir\, and Natalie Brierre\, soprano sax player\, Katie Runde Sanchez\, along with guitar\, electric bass\, piano\, electronic synthesizer\, drums\, rain stick\, gong\, Tibetan singing bowl\, and other atmospheric musical instruments. They will sing music from diverse genres including music by Paul Winter\, Loreena McKennitt\, Enya\, and original music by Rip Jackson. A free-will offering will be taken and public parking is available in the rear of the church. For more information call 781-862-8200 or visit www.fplex.org.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/winter-solstice-expereince/
LOCATION:First Parish in Lexington\, 7 Harrington Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Parish Lexington MA":MAILTO:music.fplex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T190000
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SUMMARY:Service of Healing and Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Knowing many people hold grief or pain amid the festivities of the holiday season\, Church of Our Redeemer is offering a Service of Healing and Remembrance with Holy Communion on December 17th at 7:00 pm.  This service is a time to hold our loss and longing during this bright season and to spend time in a space that recognizes the mix of emotions and experiences we carry at all times\, even during the holidays. Church of Our Redeemer is at 6 Meriam Street in Lexington\, and the service will be in our Sanctuary.  All are welcome.  Join us!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/service-of-healing-and-remembrance-2/
LOCATION:Church of Our Redeemer\, 6 Meriam St.\, Lexington\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T160000
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SUMMARY:The Master Singers of Lexington Present "A Master Singers Christmas"
DESCRIPTION:Join The Master Singers of Lexington on Sunday\, December 15\, at 4:00 pm for a holiday concert “A Master Singers Christmas.” Our joyful holiday program includes settings of the Magnificat by Buxtehude and Durante accompanied by organ and strings. The evening will also include the premiere of a new piece by The Master Singers’ own Chris Majoros. As always\, the concert will conclude with traditional Christmas carols! Purchase tickets online at www.themastersingers.org or by phone at (800) 595-4TIX. Discounts are available for students\, seniors\, and WGBH members. There will be ample free parking and the venue is handicapped accessible. Come celebrate the season with us!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/the-master-singers-of-lexington-present-a-master-singers-christmas/
LOCATION:First Parish in Lexington\, 7 Harrington Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Master Singers of Lexington":MAILTO:mastersingersoflexingtontix@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
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SUMMARY:Beethoven Birthday Bash\, 15 December at 3 PM
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Sunday\, December 15th at 3 PM! \nA warm welcome to the annual Bedford Beethoven Birthday Benefit Bash at the Unitarian Universalist Parish\, 75 Great Road in Bedford.  The event will be a solo piano recital by Bedford resident Paul-André Bempéchat and (tax-deductible) donations will be divided between “The Shelf”\, MassArt’s budget line to help students suffering from nutrition insecurity\, and the Parish. Dr. Bempéchat\, a Juilliard graduate and internationally acclaimed artist\, will perform four of Beethoven’s Sonatas.  Reception to follow.  For further information: https://uubedford.org/music-concert/
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/beethoven-birthday-bash-15-december-at-3-pm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T200000
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SUMMARY:DB Studios' Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:DB Studios presents a magical performance of The Nutcracker featuring local talent from Bedford\, Lexington\, and Burlington\, MA – DB Studios is thrilled to announce its annual production of The Nutcracker\, a holiday classic that will be performed at Burlington High School on Saturday\, December 14th at 5:00 pm. This year’s performance will feature a talented cast of dancers ranging in age from 3 to 18\, showcasing a variety of dance styles\, including ballet\, jazz\, contemporary\, and acro. \nThe performance promises to be a vibrant\, family-friendly event that celebrates the dedication and hard work of young dancers from Bedford\, Lexington\, and Burlington. With participants from a wide range of experience levels\, from beginner to advanced\, the show will bring together children of all ages to create a spectacular retelling of the beloved holiday story. \n“We are so proud of our dancers and their incredible effort into this production\,” said Kendall Sealey\, Artistic Director at DB Studios. “This is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and support these young performers\, many of whom have worked tirelessly to bring this show to life. Every year\, we aim to deliver a memorable experience for the families of our dancers and the entire community. Our production of The Nutcracker highlights the beauty of youth talent and the importance of the arts in fostering creativity\, teamwork\, and self-expression.” \nDB Studios has been a cornerstone of dance education in the area\, nurturing local talent through diverse dance programs. The Nutcracker performance allows students to showcase their skills on a large stage and engage with the community through dance. \n“We hope the community will support these incredible dancers\,” said Kendall. “This show is truly a labor of love\, and the excitement from our students is palpable. It’s so rewarding to see them grow as artists and performers.” \nEvent Details: \nWhat: DB Studios’ The Nutcracker \nWhen: Saturday\, December 14\, 2024\, at 5:00 pm \nWhere: Burlington High School\, 123 Cambridge St\, Burlington\, MA Tickets are available now and can be purchased through DB Studios’ website at https://29057.danceticketing.com/landing.cfm. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an enchanting evening of dance while supporting the budding talents of the Bedford\, Lexington\, and Burlington communities! \nContact: Kendall Sealey Artistic Director\, DB Studios\, 617-286-6890\, kendall@dancingbuns.com\, www.dancingbuns.com.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/db-studios-nutcracker/
LOCATION:Burlington High School\, 123 Cambridge Street\, Burlington\, M\, 01730\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="db studios":MAILTO:kathryn@dancingbuns.com
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SUMMARY:Lexington Tea Burning Reenactment
DESCRIPTION:On December 13\, 1773\, three days before the Boston Tea Party\, the Lexington Town Meeting concluded a multi-day debate with a resolution to stop purchasing or drinking imported British tea. The crowd spilled out onto the common behind the meeting house and made a bonfire\, throwing the entire town’s supply of tea into it.\n\nEach year\, we reenact this occasion with a day of tea history! Join us for fun\, interactive activities to learn more about why tea was so important to the Revolution. Meet with the Lexington residents of 1773 to hear their side of the story\, find out where tea comes from\, and end the day by gathering around the fire and burning the tea!\n\n\n12:00 – 3:00 PM: Drop-in activities upstairs at Buckman Tavern (admission by donation)\n\n12:30 PM: The Lexington Minute Men practice military drill to ready themselves for the coming conflict\n\n1:00 PM: The 18th-century townspeople of Lexington (led by local Boy Scouts) begin to build a fire to destroy the detested tea\n\n1:30 PM: William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps rallies the crowd with patriotic music\n\n1:45 PM: THE BURNING OF THE TEA\n\n2:00 PM: Program conclusion with music from William Diamond Jr. Fife and Drum Corps and a musket salute from the Lexington Minute Men
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-tea-burning-reenactment/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T200000
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SUMMARY:Youth Counseling Connection Winter Wonderland Family Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Youth Counseling Connection and our Youth Board for a super fun and family-friendly fundraiser to help raise money to continue providing free and confidential youth mental health services in Lexington. \nOur 1st annual Winter Wonderland Family Bingo Fundraiser will bring out the laughs on a cold winter night! We will have 8 fun rounds of bingo with amazing prizes! All proceeds will go directly to supporting Lexington students and families! \nThere will be pizza slices\, snacks\, and sodas available for $1 and complimentary hot chocolate and water. \nRegistration is encouraged and childcare is provided (please register for childcare) \nWhen: Friday\, December 13\, 2024\, 06:00 – 8:00 PM\, ET\nWhere: Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road \nRegister and purchase tickets: \nhttps://donorbox.org/events/709182?utm_medium=qrcode&utm_source=qrcode
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/youth-counseling-connection-winter-wonderland-family-bingo-night/
LOCATION:Lexington Community Center\, 39 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T170000
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SUMMARY:Lexington High School Winter at the Cinema Concert
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun\, family-friendly event to liven up your season? Then come join the LHS Music Department for our annual Winter At The Cinema concert! At 4:00 pm on Friday\, December 13th\, you will be treated to familiar themes from your favorite movies in an informal and playful setting! Adult tickets are $15\, students and seniors $5\, and children get in for FREE! See you there!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-high-school-winter-at-the-cinema-concert/
LOCATION:Lexington High School Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T142133Z
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SUMMARY:LHS Jazz Seasonal Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy an evening of outstanding LHS Jazz featuring the music of Duke Ellington! Hear the musical stylings of guest artist American jazz tenor saxophonist and Berklee College of Music Professor\, Tony Malaby\, who The New York Times has called one “of the best players of their generation.”
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lhs-jazz-seasonal-concert/
LOCATION:Lexington High School Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T203000
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SUMMARY:Lexington High School Seasonal Jazz Concert
DESCRIPTION:The LHS Jazz Department is excited to present our annual seasonal concert on Thursday\, December 12 at 7pm.  Acclaimed saxophonist Tony Malaby will be joining the LHS Middle and High School Jazz groups for an exciting evening of music celebrating Duke Ellington\, the recently departed Benny Golson and Quincy Jones\, and Malaby himself.  \n \nIn his two decades as an integral member of New York City’s improvised music community\, saxophonist and composer Tony Malaby has emerged as a wholly unique and singular voice. DownBeat‘s “80 Coolest Things in Jazz” article said “[Malaby] is a formidably accomplished soprano and tenor saxophonist with enviable tone and an endless font of compelling ideas [who] steers his music away from perfection” and “his considerable gifts as a melodist tend to sneak up on you.” His sideman credits include work with Paul Motian\, Charlie Haden\, Fred Hersch and Kris Davis\, and he has recorded more than a dozen albums as a leader or co-leader\, most recently The Cave of Winds featuring guitarist Ben Monder.\n\n \nThe award winning jazz program of the Lexington Public Schools has entered its fourth decade of sharing the joy and passion of improvised American music with the Lexington community and beyond.  The honors Jazz Combo and Jazz Ensemble have won national and international acclaim many times\, including performances at the Monterrey and Montreaux Jazz Festivals\, and prizes from numerous regional and national jazz events. In addition\, the program offers classes and ensembles for young students at all levels in the high school and middle schools.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexington-high-school-seasonal-jazz-concert/
LOCATION:Lexington High School Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T203000
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SUMMARY:Sweeten the Season: Holiday Breakfast Baking Class with Eva Badra
DESCRIPTION:Warm up your kitchen skills this season with our holiday breakfast baking class with Eva Badra from Eva’s Little Kitchen! Join us for a hands-on experience as we bake two breads perfect for cozy holiday mornings. In this class\, you’ll learn to make our beloved Apple Cider Donut Cake. Then\, dive into the art of enriched dough as we guide you through creating a beautiful Babka Loaf made with buttery brioche\, swirled with rich chocolate and cinnamon filling. \nWhether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner\, this class will equip you with new techniques\, tips\, and a couple of decadent recipes to impress family and friends. By the end\, you’ll leave with two delicious baked goods\, ready to enjoy or share for the holiday season! \nThis class is BYOB – feel free to bring your favorite beer or bottle of wine\, especially if it would pair well with the baked goods. \nAbout Eva Badra: \nAfter studying biochemistry at Northeastern University\, Eva attended the French Culinary Institute in New York City. She received a Classical French Culinary Arts certificate\, graduating at the top of her class. Before founding Eva’s Little Kitchen\, Eva trained in 3-star Michelin and Relais & Chateaux kitchens\, gaining invaluable knowledge and training. Eva’s Little Kitchen has operated in Bedford since 2021\, growing into a 7-day-a-week operation serving handmade baked goods including croissants\, gourmet sandwiches\, and prepared foods\, while catering to many corporate and private functions. \nPlease note: If for any reason a class needs to be canceled\, we will postpone it to another date. Refunds will be given to those unable to make the new date.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/sweeten-the-season-holiday-breakfast-baking-class-with-eva-badra/
LOCATION:LexMedia\, 1001 Main Campus Drive\, Lexington\, 02421\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T210000
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SUMMARY:LexCAN Social Event: It's Time to Come Together!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Together to…  \nshare a drink\, enjoy each other’s company\, celebrate successes\, and resolve to move forward! \nWine\, other beverages\, and light bites will be served. \nRegistration is required as space is limited \nPlease REGISTER by 12/7 using the attached link. \nThank you! We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexcan-social-event-its-time-to-come-together/
LOCATION:Galaray House\, 1720 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, M\, 02421\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
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SUMMARY:Pet Memorial Tree at Munroe Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening ceremony of this new public display\, to commemorate a pet or animal special to you. Come hang a memento or ornament in memory of your treasured pet on a tree\, donated by Wilson Farm\, and on display in front of the Munroe Center for the Arts through January. This community tree was inspired by a volunteer-supported display in Central Park\, NYC.  All members of the local community\, including pet owners and animal lovers alike\, are encouraged to participate. \n​Any personal items to honor a pet/animal can be hung on the tree out front after the event on December 8th. Items are recommended to be laminated or waterproof and tied up strongly to withstand any winter weather.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/pet-memorial-tree-at-munroe-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:Munroe Center for the Arts\, 1403 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420
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ORGANIZER;CN="Munroe Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@munroecenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241129T042616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T042616Z
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SUMMARY:Carols & Cocoa for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to Pilgrim Church\, 55 Coolidge Ave\, on December 8 at 3:30 for this family-friendly gathering to support East End House in Cambridge. We’ll assemble on Pilgrim’s front lawn around an undecorated fir tree. Please bring new warm winter gear – mittens\, scarves\, hats\, and gloves\, and\, if you wish\, toys for children up to age 13. We’ll decorate the tree with the donations while drinking steaming cups of cocoa with marshmallows and peppermint sticks and singing familiar holiday tunes. Inclement weather will move the event indoors. Tis the season for singing and giving – join us for this sweet time! Can’t make the event but still want to give? A drop-off box is next to Pilgrim’s front doors to accept donations. The drop-off deadline is Friday\, December 6. Questions? Email: welcome@pilgrimcongregational.org. Thank you for supporting our neighbors in need.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/carols-cocoa-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pilgrim Church":MAILTO:welcome@pilgrimcongregational.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241206T004543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T004543Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Marketplace & Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Support local artisans and small businesses at Temple Isaiah’s Holiday Marketplace! Join us on Sunday\, December 8th from 10 am – 3 pm for a day of shopping\, food\, and fun. We can’t wait to see you there! #TempleIsaiahHolidayMarketplace
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/holiday-marketplace-cafe/
LOCATION:Temple Isaiah\, 55 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, 02421\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241129T042222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T042222Z
UID:33768-1733576400-1733587200@lexobserver.org
SUMMARY:Munroe Center for the Arts' Youth Art Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Skip the mall and do your holiday shopping at Munroe Center for the Arts’ 2nd annual Youth Art Holiday Market. The market features artwork from makers ages 18 and younger! More than 30 young artists\, from elementary to high school age\, will be bringing their arts and crafts to sell in this holiday market that supports new art entrepreneurs. \nMunroe Arts’ middle-floor hallway art rooms and studios will be filled with ceramics\, paintings\, drawings and prints\, jewelry and accessories\, handmade soaps\, bookmarks\, and more! Celebrate our young artists and makers\, and find extra-special gifts for everyone on your holiday list too!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/munroe-center-for-the-arts-youth-art-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Munroe Center for the Arts\, 1403 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420
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ORGANIZER;CN="Munroe Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@munroecenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241122T032926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T032926Z
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SUMMARY:TOYS FOR TOTS - FILL A CRUISER
DESCRIPTION:TOYS FOR TOTS – FILL A CRUISER \nBRING NEW\, UNWRAPPED TOYS TO BE DONATED TO LOCAL CHILDREN\nSATURDAY\, DECEMBER 7TH 12:00 PM TO 4:00 PM\n1735 MASSACHUSETTS AVE\n(IN FRONT OF CVS)
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/toys-for-tots-fill-a-cruiser/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Lexington":MAILTO:webmaster@lexingtonma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241129T034925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T034925Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Hands-On History: Punched Tin Ornaments
DESCRIPTION:Tin was an important metal in the 18th century. Inexpensive and pliable\, it could easily be cut and molded\, and decorated with a hole punch to make things like kitchen graters and lanterns! Try your hand at punching tin with a hammer and nail to make a holiday ornament.\n\nIncluded with museum admission. Stop in any time between 10:00 am – 4:00 pm to try it out!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/holiday-hands-on-history-punched-tin-ornaments/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Historical Society":MAILTO:programs@lexingtonhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241115T003203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T003203Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday POPS! Kids POPS!
DESCRIPTION:HOLIDAY POPS!\nFRIDAY\, DECEMBER 6\, 2024 | 7:30 PM\nSUNDAY\, DECEMBER 8\, 2024 | 3:00 PM\nKIDS POPS!\nFRIDAY\, DECEMBER 6\, 2024 | 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nSupport for Holiday POPS! by Karen & Mart Ojamaa\, and Marc Rubenstein & Jill Hai. Additional funding for KIDS POPS! by the Russian School of Mathematics – Lexington \nFeaturing WCRB’s LAURA CARLO\, narrating Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker & The Mouse King\, adapted by Jonathan McPhee\, New World Chorale\, Lexington Children’s Chorus under the auspices of Lexington Music School\, and special guest\, Santa Claus! \nOur signature holiday event! \nEvery year\, our Holiday POPS! concerts explore a different facet of this most wonderful time of the year. Celebrate the magic of the holidays with us! \nPlease note that Holiday POPS! will take place in the first week of December this year.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/holiday-pops-kids-pops/
LOCATION:Cary Hall\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Symphony":MAILTO:info@LexingtonSymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241115T030611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T030759Z
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SUMMARY:Film on Communes to Play at Lexington Venue
DESCRIPTION:Far Out: Life On & After the Commune\, an 85-minute documentary tells the story of two rural New England communal farms. The film will show on Thursday\, December 5th at the Lexington Venue\, 1794 Massachusetts Ave at 7 PM. The screening will include a discussion with director Charles Light and Patty Carpenter\, who composed and performed most of the original music. The film also has music from Jackson Browne\, Bonnie Raitt\, Graham Nash\, John Hall\, Pete Seeger\, Country Joe McDonald\, Jesse Colin Young\, James Taylor\, Carly Simon\, and others. \nThe story begins in the summer of 1968\, in the middle of a left-wing faction fight\, when a group of radical journalists from Liberation News Service (LNS) left New York City for the country. They founded two communes–at Packer Corners in Guilford\, VT\, and in Montague\, MA. \nAfter leaving the city and turning away from national politics\, the group of mostly young city slickers became pioneers in the back-to-the-land and organic farming movement. With the help of their neighbors\, they spent the first five years learning rudimentary agricultural skills as well as how to live and work with each other as a communal family. \nIn 1973 when the local utility proposed a giant twin nuclear plant four miles from the Montague Farm\, they became active opponents. In a dramatic act of civil disobedience\, Sam Lovejoy\, from the Montague Farm\, toppled a 500-foot weather tower on the planned nuclear site. He turned himself in\, and after a trial where he represented himself and drew national attention\, was acquitted. \nSubsequently\, the group became leaders in the burgeoning No Nukes movement–from the battles over the Seabrook nuclear plant to Diablo Canyon in California and scores of reactor sites in between. In 1979\, they teamed up with Jackson Browne\, Bonnie Raitt\, John Hall\, Graham Nash\, and other committed rock stars to help produce five nights of sold-out concerts at Madison Square Garden and a 250\,000-person rally in New York City. \nThe Packer Corners farm also returned to politics\, aiding in the anti-nuclear fight\, but also by engaging with the local community through producing outdoor plays such as Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Alice in Wonderland\, and The Tempest. \nFresh from a month-long run at the Latchis Theater in Brattleboro which set a 25-year record for single-night sales at over 500 and came in second to only Barbie\, in the past five years\, for total ticket sales\, Far Out played for over a month in Brattleboro. It played to a sold-out house at the Newburyport Film Festival where it was awarded “Best New England Feature” and theatrical showings have taken place in Montpelier and Burlington in Vermont\, Greenfield\, Massachusetts\, and Peterboro and Keene\, New Hampshire. Theatrical shows will be taking place in Turners Falls\, MA\, Kittery\, ME\, Essex\, Greensboro\, and Bellows Falls\, VT\, and a week-long run in Hartford\, CT. \nBlending contemporary interviews and a remarkable trove of original archival footage\, Far Out is lively\, humorous\, inspiring\, and irreverent. The point of view is honest rather than nostalgic. The film is vital\, telling the history but hewing to the universal themes of how we grapple–over a lifetime–with politics\, relationships\, morality\, spirituality\, civic engagement\, and finding our home. \nThe movie takes advantage of an exceptional collection of archival material\, much of it produced by commune members themselves. Producers Charles Light and Daniel Keller were members of the community and filmed the nuclear battles–in titles such as Lovejoy’s Nuclear War\, The Last Resort\, and Save the Planet–as well as many hours of daily life at the farms. Far Out also uses material from other professional filmmakers\, notably Alan Dater and John Scagliotti’s The Stuff of Dreams\, Robbie Leppzer’s Seabrook ’77\, Nora Jacobson and Alan Dater’s The Vermont Movie\, and Barbara Kopple and Danny Goldberg’s No Nukes. \nFar Out documents communal life in the ‘70s with footage shot by Harry Saxman and Don McLean and photos by Peter Simon and others. Books by commune members (among the many: Ray Mungo’s\, Famous Long Ago and Total Loss Farm; Steve Diamond’s What the Trees Said; Verandah Porche’s\, The Body’s Symmetry; Harvey Wasserman’s\, History of the US; Peter Gould’s Burnt Toast; Tom Fels\, Farm Friends; Marty Jezeers\, The Dark Ages; and Verandah and Patty Carpenter’s music album\, Come Over as well as the group’s Home Comfort)\, and the poetry\, visual art\, plays\, and music that the farms produced adds detail. \nThe film traces fifty years in the lives of this group of New England writers\, activists\, and artists. It conveys not only how these “hippies” transformed Vermont and western Massachusetts\, but also how rural life and the people they met changed them.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/film-on-communes-to-play-at-lexington-venue/
LOCATION:Lexington Venue
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241219
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241206T134957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T134957Z
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SUMMARY:LexFarm's Holiday Shop
DESCRIPTION:New this year! LexFarm is hosting an online market featuring local artists’ creations. \nPre-order gifts for everyone on your list while supporting local artists and LexFarm! Orders are due by 12/18\, pick up in the farm stand 12/20 and 12/21
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexfarms-holiday-shop/
LOCATION:LexFarm\, 52 Lowell St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="LexFarm":MAILTO:sues@lexfarm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241129T042658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T042658Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelit Advent Vespers at Worship at the Well
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to the mystery and beauty of this ancient walk to Christmas at Hancock United Church of Christ’s  Worship at the Well for our Candlelit Advent Vespers.\n\nEach Sunday\, (except Dec. 8th) at 5 p.m. in our chapel\, we will use ritual\, prayer\, and an entirely sung worship liturgy to enter deeply into the spirit and tone of the Advent Season.\n\nIn this joyful season that can so often feel rushed with hustle and bustle\, we invite you to step into our candlelit chapel and breathe. Sing and pray with us\, and let the anticipation of Advent wash over you. We hope you will join us!
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/candlelit-advent-vespers-at-worship-at-the-well-2/
LOCATION:Hancock Church\, 1912 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hancock United Church of Christ":MAILTO:akelly99@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241129T034826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T034826Z
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SUMMARY:LexArt Holiday Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:This arts and crafts sale is the culmination of a year of work by the talented artisan members of LexArt.  Shop local for unique\, one-of-a-kind handmade holiday gifts including fine silver jewelry\, woven items including clothing and house-wares\, functional and decorative ceramic items\, indulgent knit pieces\, finely crafted wooden toys\, polymer and clay jewelry\, framed art photography\, oil and watercolor paintings\, handmade ornaments\, and so much more! \nOpen Tuesday-Friday from 12:00 – 8:00 pm\, Saturday-Sunday from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm\, Closed Mondays.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexart-holiday-marketplace/
LOCATION:LexArt\, 130 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20241107T230331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T230331Z
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SUMMARY:Museums Open Thanksgiving Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the museums with family during the holiday weekend! This is your last chance to see the Hancock-Clarke House and Munroe Tavern this year. This is also the perfect opportunity to browse our Buckman Tavern gift shop for presents for the history buffs in your life!\n\nBuckman Tavern: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nHancock-Clarke House: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nMunroe Tavern: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/museums-open-thanksgiving-weekend/
LOCATION:Hancock-Clarke House\, 36 Hancock Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington Historical Society":MAILTO:programs@lexingtonhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260622T042835
CREATED:20240830T185629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T185629Z
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SUMMARY:LexGiving 5k Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington High School Cross Country / Track & Field and Wrestling Teams will host the Second Annual LexGiving 5k Run/Walk on Black Friday\, November 29th at 9am starting at Lincoln Fields. All proceeds will go to the LHS Cross Country / Track & Field and Wrestling teams. Please sign up for this great community event.
URL:https://lexobserver.org/event/lexgiving-5k-run-walk/
LOCATION:Lincoln Park\, 100 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington High School":MAILTO:lexgiving5k@gmail.com
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