Events

Presented by Cary Library In Woody Holton's  “hidden history” of the American Revolution, nothing is quite what it seems. The phrase “Liberty is Sweet” sounds like the sentiments of Jefferson or Franklin, but actually comes from a 1775 letter describing George Washington’s slaves’ aspirations to escape Mount Vernon. Holton entitled his preface “Invisible Enemies” in […]

Join the Lexington Economic Development Office and artists Melissa Pandina and Gabriela Sepulveda on Saturday, May 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.at Lexington Visitors Center Lawn for a community paint party to celebrate and make your mark on our mural project! Open and free to all! This paint party is part of the East […]

A free outdoor afternoon of music, history, and entertainment by two dozen fife and drum corps representing different eras including the Revolution, hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps of Lexington. Begins with a 250th anniversary ceremony on the Lexington Battle Green (1624 Massachusetts Ave.) honoring the 8 Lexington patriots who fell […]

The Cadleys have been entertaining audiences throughout Upstate New York and New England with their powerful mix of traditional bluegrass and “new acoustic” a la Alison Krauss. Their music has been captured on six CDs—two with John and The Lost Boys, two John and Cathy duet albums, and two solo projects featuring John’s songwriting. Their live […]

Join this walk to discover the Across Lexington Route B. This 4.5-mile loop goes through residential streets, the bike path, and several conservation areas, including Franklin Park, Upper Vine Brook, and Lincoln Park.  The walk is not suitable for walkers, strollers, or baby carriages. Wear comfortable clothing and walking footwear.  Meet at the parking lot […]

When the Battle of Lexington was fought in 1775, Hancock Street was a country lane with just two houses. The next 150 years saw many houses built with various architectural styles. Come take a stroll and learn about the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Gothic Revival homes that populate the street today. Leaves from […]

The 250th anniversary of April 19, 1775—the start of the American Revolution—presents an opportunity to reexamine and broaden our understanding of revolutionary Lexington. We invite you to a special free reception to explore our newest exhibition, Swept Up In Revolution. Follow its three chapters, Before, During, and After the Revolution, to encounter stories of individual […]

Munroe Center for the Arts invites artists and creative enthusiasts to "Creative Connections" - an evening of networking and socializing in the Munroe Arts gallery. Our featured speaker is local artist Alice DelDonno, who will share the process and inspiration behind her Art Books. Alice's work is also on display in the Munroe Arts gallery. […]

Seasonal Suites is back at the Munroe Center for the Arts this spring with another great evening of live music, treats and beverages, and of course, tap dance! Come join the fun, bring a friend or two, and kick off your weekend with so much energy! $20 admission fee includes a "sweet" - Lemon bars […]

A Bike Rodeo is a fun, hands-on way to learn how to handle a bike safely through a variety of different stations and an obstacle course. Participants will have helmets and bikes checked for proper fit, maintenance, and safety, followed by brief group instruction, practicing their bike handling and safety knowledge. Participants will earn a […]

Goose feathers were the perfect writing utensil of the past - learn about writing in the 18th century and try writing with a real quill pen! Head to the Hancock-Clarke House to participate. This activity is suitable for all ages, including adults! Included with museum admission.

Arlington's Great Meadow features meadows, wetlands, and woods within its borders. Over 675 trees, plants, insects, mammals, and more have been documented on iNaturalist to date. We'll share observations and insights of AGM's natural communities, a changing mixture of native and introduced organisms, with a focus on taking a closer look at wildflowers and insects. […]

Lower Vine Brook can be a fantastic area to see warblers, beautiful small tropical birds that migrate north at this time of year. They will eventually reach the forests of northern New England and Canada to breed, but if the weather and foliage are right, you may see a dozen species here in a single […]

Cantemus Chamber Chorus, with 41 members from across the North Shore, will present two May concerts in Beverly and Newburyport titled “I Hear America Singing.”  The Chorus includes two choral interns from Lexington High School,  Medha Jayendran and Chris Yoo, as well as Lexington High School's Director of Choruses, Jason Iannuzzi, Cantemus's Artistic Director. Featuring […]

--In-conversation event with novelist Maria Vetrano features Melissa Ludtke, pioneer in sports journalism and author of Locker Room Talk What’s the best way to rescue American democracy? Imagine a near future in which a female tech billionaire with a social conscience launches an audacious plan to rescue America—and her company—from the despotic president of the […]

Lexington Field & Garden Club presents “Festive Florals!” with Mary Beth Hayes Follen Church, 755 Mass Avenue, Lexington Wednesday, May 14, 2025 9:30 AM Refreshments, 10AM Meeting Mary Beth Hayes is an avid gardener who has taken classes with the Mass Horticultural Society and the Cass School of Floral Design in Watertown, MA, and with […]

In 2013, artist and entrepreneur, JJ Long, was diagnosed Bipolar 1 after having a string of manic episodes and delusions and was admitted into a psychiatric ward where he was put on mood stabilizers and antipsychotics to stop the mania. After being discharged from the hospital, he remained on medication for over seven years and […]

May 16th is Bike to Work Day! Join Friends of Lexington Bikeways, Lexington Transportation, and many others for the annual Breakfast on the Bikeway. Whether you are biking to work or school, taking a break from your home office, out for a walk or waiting for transit at the Depot, join us for a great […]

Join us for a special literary and cultural event to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month featuring Jingfang Hao, Hugo Award-winning author of Folding Beijing. In this visionary sci-fi tale, a city literally folds to separate people by class and time—offering a powerful metaphor for inequality in the age of AI. Jingfang will explore the intersection of technology, economics, and […]

Lexington Pops Chorus presents “Songs of Liberty: Echoes of 1775,” celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord. This concert features: “Testament of Freedom” by Randall Thompson “An American Trilogy” arr. by Mark Hayes “Missa Brevis St.Joannis de Deo” by Joseph Haydn “Dear Theodosia” from Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda “Sleep” by Eric […]

Parades, pageants, and pandemonium have defined the many commemorations of the 1775 Battle of Lexington and the first shots of the War for Independence. Over the centuries, thousands of people have descended upon the Battle Green to welcome Revolutionary War heroes like the Marquis de Lafayette on his tour of America in 1824. The anniversaries […]

May 18th, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. | 1 hour (approx.) Step inside historic homes and see and learn about many more as we tour West Acton! Once known simply as the “west part of town,” in 1845, the railroad arrived in this section of Acton, transforming the sleepy hamlet into a vibrant village of new […]

Join local chef and food writer Claudia Catalano for an Italian-inspired, springtime cooking demonstration. Participants will learn the techniques and recipes used to create simple dishes that combine seasonal produce with classic Italian flavors. Using the best of New England’s early spring harvest, Claudia will guide you through proper produce selection, efficient knife skills, and […]

Once again, CLC is delighted to have Russ Cohen return for another walk to teach us about wild edible plants! Lexington is home to over 70 species of edible wild plants, both native and non-native, including plants considered to be weedy or invasive. Some are more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. Join Russ […]

LexMedia will hold its Annual Meeting on May 20th at 6:30 pm at Brookhaven in Lexington. The evening will feature special guest speaker Brittany McCarthy of Boston 25. The evening will also include the installation of new board members, a report from the co-chairs, and an annual treasurer’s report. Brittany will discuss the various components […]

Calling all  Veterans and their families: Please join us for coffee, treats, and camaraderie on May 22nd at the Lexington Community Center from 10-11:30 am. Take some time to get to know your fellow Veterans in the area. This is a great opportunity to swap stories and develop relationships. Veterans Services Director Karen Tyler for […]

As radical and enlightened eighteenth-century politics and ideologies swept across the American Colonies, songs and ballads such as “Yankee Doodle”— originally sung by British military officers as a way to mock the sad state of the colonists and their army—gained familiarity in the revolutionary era musical consciousness. Conversely, in the private homes of colonial Loyalists […]

Martín Espada has published more than twenty books as a poet, editor, essayist, and translator. His new book of poems, Jailbreak of Sparrows, is forthcoming from Knopf in 2025. His previous book, Floaters, won the National Book Award for Poetry and a Massachusetts Book Award. His poetry collections from W.W. Norton include Vivas to Those Who Have Failed (2016), The Trouble […]

The art of making porcelain was known only to Chinese master potters in the 18th century, and prized by people in America! Drop by Buckman Tavern any time between 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM to design your own paper version to take home. Included with museum admission.

Celebrating the life-giving power of light, the Lux Quartet is an exploratory new quartet co-led by two of the most celebrated and visionary artists in modern improvised music: pianist Myra Melford and drummer Allison Miller. Drawing on a shared passion for the preservation of nature and a boundary-stretching approach to music, the two innovative composers and bandleaders are […]

An eco-friendly "green race" proudly organized by the Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) and Hey Runners Club. 📍 Race Location & Time: Lexington High School (Start/Finish) 10:30 AM | Sunday, May 25, 2025 🌐 Race Website & Registration: Register Here 🎉 Event Highlights: In partnership with Schneider Electric, we’re minimizing environmental impact to make this […]

Monday, May 26 10 a.m.-Memorial Walk, Munroe Cemetery to Emery Park at Depot Square Walk with the Lexington Minute Men, Lexington High School Band, Scouts, Veterans, and honored guests to lay wreaths at several important Lexington War Memorials. Please meet in the Munroe Cemetery driveway at 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m.-Ceremony, Musical Salute to Our Armed Forces, […]

Learn how to make your money work for a better and more sustainable future. You may wonder, "Is this the right time to consider greening my investment portfolio?" Leslie Samuelrich, […]

The William Diamond Jr. Fife & Drum Corps is recruiting new members, ages 8-18. Come to our Open House to find out how your child can become involved in this […]

The Dream and the Doorway: Civil Rights and the 1965 Immigration Act 60 Years Later: Immigration, Inclusion, and the Fight for America’s Future 📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:30 PM) 📍 Lexington High School Science Building 🎉 Panel • Games • Discussion • Indian Snacks 🎊 Hosted by Indian […]

Changing Hearts | Changing Minds, An Inspiring Art Exhibit Featuring the works of Jaypix Belmer, L'Merchie Frazier, Khalid Kodi, and Hakim Raquib Exhibition Opening: Sunday, May 18, 2025, 5:30 p.m. Artist Talkback and Reception:  Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 12 p.m. First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Rd., Lexington, MA On Sunday, June 1, at […]

Living in Lexington: Stories of Belonging (or not) Two free interactive theater shows Sunday, May 18 at 3-4:30 p.m. (Hancock Church, 1912 Mass Ave) Sunday, June 1 at 3-4:30 p.m. (at First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Road) Can you be yourself here? In what ways do you feel welcomed to participate in the community... […]