To increase understanding and participation in Lexington, Massachusetts through local, community journalism.
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Winter Coat Drive
Coat Boston, a Lexington-based nonprofit program providing new winter coats and accessories to Boston families in need, will hold its annual coat drive from September 15 through November 8, 2026. Working in partnership with Boston Public Schools and Boston social service organizations, Coat Boston distributes new winter coats, hats, and mittens to children and adults […]
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Lexington Human Services is partnering with Riverside Trauma Center to present a presentation in honor of Suicide Prevention Month. We are offering this as a hybrid program - Zoom link will be in registration receipt Everyone can help prevent suicide. Suicide prevention isn’t just about responding to those who are struggling or who we’re concerned […]
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Join Ploy's Kitchen for an evening of Korean cooking. One of the most healthful Asian cuisines, delicious Korean cuisine features mainly vegetables and harmonised sauces. In this class, you will learn to make delicious chicken bibimbap, a rice bowl with chicken, seasoned spinach, cucumber salad, kimchi, egg, and delicious kimbap sauce. We’ll also make Korean […]
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The first preserved letter John Adams wrote to his future wife Abigail, in 1762, was addressed to “Miss Adorable.” Throughout the next half-century of their marriage, the Adamses were prolific writers to each other during some of the most tumultuous years of American history. They wrote of everyday aches and pains alongside declarations of independence, […]
$10 – $15
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Come join Improv Troupe for our first show of the year on October 2nd at 7 pm in the Black Box! This show will feature the Long-Form group with four brand-new members; it's your chance to see some comedy that has never been done before and will never be done again. Admission is $3 or […]
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Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the New England fall season on Saturday, October 3, at the Annual East Village Fair in Lexington, MA! This family-friendly fair features: · Children’s games and activities · Delicious home-baked goods · Cheese, cider, cider donuts, ice cream, music, and so […]
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Save money and prevent waste with a Halloween Costume Swap, Oct 3. If you have costumes to donate, you can drop them at the Lexington Community Center in advance or bring them to the event! Pick up new-to-you costumes for the whole family!
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Bhūmikā Arts presents The Draupadi Phenomenon, a compelling production inspired by Draupadi, one of the most powerful women in the Indian epic tradition. Through Indian classical dance, music, and storytelling, the production explores Draupadi’s journey and the enduring questions her story raises about women’s agency, identity, dignity, resilience, power, and justice. Rather than viewing Draupadi […] |
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Call for Walkers: Register for the 38th Annual Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber presented by Hyundai
Registration is open for the 2026 Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber, presented by Hyundai. Scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4, funds raised from the Walk support all forms of adult and pediatric care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The 2026 event will aim to raise $10 million in support of Dana-Farber’s mission to defy cancer […]
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Walk Strong to Cure JM in Lexington to Feature Family Fun Gameshow Join the Ryan Family as they host the Walk Strong to Cure JM on Sunday, October 4th, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Lexington Visitors Center Green (1875 Mass Ave, Lexington) This year’s event will feature bounce house, live […]
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Celebrate the Harvest Season at LexFarm Lexington Community Farm, 52 Lowell St, Lexington, MA Sunday, October 4, 1 - 4 PM Fun for all ages! Nature crafts and activities, meet the goats & alpacas, live music, community art project, plant ID walks, food vendors, beer garden! Bring gardening and farming questions to our “Ask the […]
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The Lexington Senior Dance will be held on Sunday, Oct. 4, sponsored by Lexington Lions Club, Lexington Rotary Club, The Lexington Council on Aging & Friends of the Lexington Council on Aging. The event is also supported by a grant from the Dana Home Foundation. Tickets will be for sale in person at The Community […] |
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Winter Coat Drive
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Lexington women are mobilizing to #StopSexualViolence. On October 8th, people across the country will show Jane Doe that we stand with her and demand that Cornell and all institutions provide justice and dignity to survivors. Feminist groups in Lexington including Lex See Her, Daughters of Liberty, LexPride, and Minutewomen For Democracy are organizing a rally […] |
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Brookfield, 1778: As Revolutionary War tensions grow and food grows scarce, a wealthy farmer is found brutally beaten and stuffed down a well. Step into a local tavern where rumors run rampant and uncover clues from witnesses in this immersive murder mystery party. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks served from our historic bar; tickets include […]
$50 – $65
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Get your car washed and support the Jazz program at LHS! Saturday, Oct. 9, LHS Worthen Road parking lot. $15 suggested donation
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Explore more than three centuries of Lexington’s history on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground, where skulls and crossbones, willow trees, and urns reveal how attitudes toward death have changed through the centuries. Discover the evolution of mortuary art and meet some of Lexington’s most notable residents along the way. The one-mile […]
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It’s a Bloch Party!! We are incredibly excited to officially open our first set of studio spaces in Lexington, MA, and you’re invited to share in this momentous occasion with all of us at Bloch Performing Arts (BPA)! Because of our growing student base, we wanted to give students a space to call their own! […]
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Come join the local Lexington goats for their daily pasture walk through the fields and woodlands at Chiesa Farm. Each season, the land provides them with diverse plant life. The […] |
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Winter Coat Drive
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Long before Lexington was Lexington, Indigenous communities lived here for thousands of years—join us for a free day celebrating Native American culture and history. Start with a guided walk of […]
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This walk celebrates Indigenous Peoples' Day and will introduce you to plants, animals, and minerals Native people used (and still do in some cases) for food, clothing, medicine, construction, diapers, […] |
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Learn and ask questions about about e-bikes, local e-bike laws, safety and best practices for riders of all ages. Speakers include MassDOT Safe Routes to School representative Lexington Police Officer […] |
2 events,The Lexington Field & Garden Club presents "Lawns and Lawn Alternatives," a talk by Gretel Anspach, Lifetime Master Gardener, followed by a plant swap. Lawns are imported garden fixtures in […] |
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What drove Bathsheba Spooner, a woman from elite eighteenth-century New England society, to conspire with American and British soldiers to murder her husband during the American Revolution? Join historian Andrew […]
$10 – $15
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Historian Dean Grodzins, author of "American Heretic: Theodore Parker and Transcendentalism," discusses the Lexington-born minister and abolitionist. Thursday, Oct. 15, 7–8:30 p.m., First Parish in Lexington. |
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Join Jeff Howry, Ph.D., a Lexington historian and archaeologist, in the exploration of Willard’s Woods. The area presents many examples of how our New England landscape was shaped by nature […]
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Explore more than three centuries of Lexington’s history on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground, where skulls and crossbones, willow trees, and urns reveal how attitudes toward […]
$10 – $15
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Early voting for the November 3 election opens in Massachusetts this very day. Cast your ballot at Cary Hall, then walk next door to celebrate, write postcards, sign up to […] |
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Thrift Super Sale at Temple Isaiah
The volunteer-run Thrift Super Sale, held since 1963, returns to Temple Isaiah with clothing, housewares, books and a boutique room. Oct. 18–20; proceeds support local charities.
Free – $5
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This walk is an opportunity to learn to use iNaturalist to observe and share biodiversity information in Lexington's conservation land. iNaturalist is an online social network of people who care about biodiversity and want to contribute to knowledge and learn from each other. Data captured in iNaturalist has been used for many research projects across […]
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Art For All, a "pick your price" art sale, comes to the Lexington Arts & Crafts Society. All money raised goes directly to the Association of Haitian Women in Boston (AFAB), which supports immigrant women affected by the federal termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Local artists have donated original work to the cause. Buyers […]
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Porchfest was sadly rained out, but a few groups are getting together on Sunday, Oct. 18 for Gazebofest! Featuring the LHS Jazz Combo, Alix & Palin, and Rock & Roll Coyote |
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Winter Coat Drive
Thrift Super Sale at Temple Isaiah
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Behind the feed: How information — and misinformation — spreads online Cary Library & Lexington Observer |
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Future Planning for Families with Adults with Disabilities
Free 4-Session workshop series to support you in planning for the future for Lexington residents and employees. This workshop series is focused on older caregivers who have adult family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism. Dates/Time: Tuesday, October 20th and 27th, and November 3rd and 10th from 4:30 to 6pm. Registration Required Here: […]
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We invite you as a resident or whose loved one is a resident of Lexington to attend a 4-Session workshop series to support you in planning for the future. This workshop series is focused on older caregivers who have adult family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism. Employees of the town are also […]
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Five things to know about Medicare During this complimentary session, we’ll discuss five important topics to help you better understand Medicare. We’ll talk about Medicare enrollment details and deadlines, and provide considerations for managing your health care options and costs in retirement. Presented by: Amanda Willey, CFP®, APMA®, Private Wealth Advisor - R. Miller & […]
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Free screening of a 50-minute documentary on ICE's domestic deportation flight network, followed by discussion. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 7-9 p.m., Follen Church Community Center. |
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Get an up-close look at the world of professional bread baking with Gonzalo Condes de Bethencourt of Bethencourt Bakehouse. This interactive, live demonstration will include a discussion of fermentation theory before teaching you the techniques, science, and sensory cues behind crafting bakery-quality bread. Gonzalo will demonstrate how to make artisan focaccia and classic country sourdough […] |
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Step into history after dark at Munroe Tavern for an immersive paranormal investigation led by Shari DeBenedetti of Ghost Hunters (Syfy/Travel Channel). Learn about modern paranormal research, ethical investigation practices, and specialized equipment before joining small groups for a hands-on exploration of the historic house. Space is limited, and the event is for ages 18+; […]
$50 – $65
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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SurvivingBreastCancer.org (SBC), a national nonprofit headquartered in the Boston transforms how people experience breast cancer through trusted education, personalized navigation, peer support, wellness programs, and financial assistance, the invites the community to lace up their hiking shoes and Tell Cancer to Take a Hike during its annual fundraising event on […]
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Join LexCAN and the Town of Lexington for the 2026 Lexington Sustainability Fair—a free community event connecting Lexington residents with local organizations, businesses, municipal programs, and experts working to create a healthier, more sustainable future. Whether you’re looking to electrify your home, reduce waste, create a more sustainable yard, explore alternatives to driving, or simply […]
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Join us for a ghostly candlelight tour of Lexington’s oldest graveyard, where the spirits of the past bring their stories back to life. Hear from figures including John Parker, leader of the Lexington militia on April 19, 1775, and Sarah Childs, who lost six children during an epidemic in 1778. For ages 5 and up; […]
$15 – $20
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Enjoy three of Lexington’s Conservation Areas on one loop walk, following much of ACROSS Route K. We will start at West Farm on Oak Street and traverse the overlook of Wilson Farm and Pleasant Street in the distance. Then along a few streets to enter Sutherland Woods from Peacock Farm Road, a few more streets, […]
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Winter Coat Drive
Future Planning for Families with Adults with Disabilities
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We invite you as a resident or whose loved one is a resident of Lexington to attend a 4-Session workshop series to support you in planning for the future. This workshop series is focused on older caregivers who have adult family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism. Employees of the town are also […]
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A presentation for parents and caregivers on how to help children develop empathy, responsibility, conscience, and lasting moral values through everyday relationships, guidance, faith, and community by Kevin M. Kozin, MTS, LICSW. Sacred Heart Parish Center, 19 Follen Rd., Lexington MA
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Explore more than three centuries of Lexington’s history on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground, where skulls and crossbones, willow trees, and urns reveal how attitudes toward death have changed through the centuries. Discover the evolution of mortuary art and meet some of Lexington’s most notable residents along the way. The one-mile […]
$10 – $15
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As autumn reaches its peak in October, with chrysanthemums in bloom and maple leaves turning brilliant red, the Boston Peking Opera Association, together with the Chinese American Association of Lexington, has carefully prepared a special evening of Peking Opera for audiences across Greater Boston. The performance, titled “A Golden Autumn of Peking Opera,” will be […]
$15
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Battlegreen Run
The Battlegreen Run Foundation is an official 501(c)3 charity that organizes an annual road race held in Lexington, MA, each fall to fund a number of worthy local charities. Proceeds from the race and related fundraising events are donated to organizations that benefit Lexington and its surrounding communities. The event has also expanded to include […]
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Join this walk to discover Across Lexington Route H. This 3.8-mile loop goes through residential streets and several conservation areas, including Idylwilde, the Takeda property Conservation Easement along Shade Street, and Hayden Woods. The route goes on a very long boardwalk through some wetlands. It also passes by a community garden. Remains of stone walls […]
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