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SUMMARY:Purple Puppy Promenade
DESCRIPTION:Dog owners and families: Dress your pooch in purple and gather with us at Hastings Park at 9:30am on Sunday June 9. We will parade our dogs along Mass Ave. to our expanded agility playing field where they can show off their costumes and tricks. Prizes will be awarded for most creative costumes and best agility skills. Event sponsor MetroPets will have their mobile grooming station and will clip your dog’s nails for a $10 donation! \nDonate to support this event and sign up: https://bit.ly/LexPurplePuppyPage
URL:https://lex250.org/event/purple-puppy-promenade/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T200000
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SUMMARY:International Fun Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Lyceum Advocates announces its first International Fun Fest at Lexington’s Ellen Stone Building from 4-8PM on Saturday\, June 15. \nThe Fest will offer free activities and entertainment for the whole family on the lawn of the Ellen Stone Building at 735 Mass Ave. Come celebrate the many diverse cultures in our community with games\, music\, dancing\, food\, beer garden\, and more. \nEnjoy international dance and live musical performances\, play lawn games\, sip a cold beer or buy dinner at a food truck. Bring friends and neighbors or meet new friends as we relax outdoors on a beautiful summer evening. \nFree Parking is available on Mass ave. and neighboring side streets. \nThe International Fun Fest is cosponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, the Lexington Council for the Arts\, and the Lexington Lyceum Advocates. For more information\, see LexLyceum.org/events. \nThe Lexington Lyceum Advocates (LLA) is a 501(c)(3) organization established to return the town-owned 1833 Ellen Stone Building to public use. LLA’s mission is to build a modern Lexington Lyceum and community gathering space at the renovated Ellen Stone Building. LLA envisions the Stone Building as a venue in which to learn from the past and shape a better future. For more information and to hear about upcoming events\, go to LexLyceum.org.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/international-fun-fest/
LOCATION:Ellen Stone Building\, 735 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240320T144438Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Celebrates! Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 of the battle offered them a glimpse of President Grant in 1875 and a word from President Ford in 1975. On this land\, protestors have sat and monuments have been built to the fallen. Join a Lexington Historical Society educator as they illuminate 250 years of stories full of crowds\, chaos and celebrations!\n\nFREE! Space is limited to 20 people. Registration is required.\n\nStarting and ending at Buckman Tavern\, this tour explores areas around the Lexington Battle Green. The tour is 1 hour long and covers about a 1/2 mile on flat ground.\n\nThis walking tour is featured in the 2024 Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks series\, “How We Remember.” Connecting Communities: Walks & Talks is part of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area’s larger interpretive strategy which aims to provide life-long learning opportunities to residents and visitors\, connecting them to local landscapes while raising awareness of and inspiring support for conservation and preservation initiatives in the region.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-celebrates-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240605T211522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T211532Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission. \nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets. For cancellation information\, call (781) 698-4647.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240621T182207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T182503Z
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday\, July 3rd\, through Sunday\, July 7th! \nCarnival Times:\n• Wednesday\, July 3\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Thursday\, July 4\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Friday\, July 5\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM \nFireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park. \nFree Olde Fashioned Youth Games at 10am on Thursday\, July 4th at Center 2 Softball Field on Worthen Road. \nGate fee: $3.00
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival/2024-07-03/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Food,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240704T230000
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday\, July 3rd\, through Sunday\, July 7th! \nCarnival Times:\n• Wednesday\, July 3\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Thursday\, July 4\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Friday\, July 5\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM \nFireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park. \nFree Olde Fashioned Youth Games at 10am on Thursday\, July 4th at Center 2 Softball Field on Worthen Road. \nGate fee: $3.00
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival/2024-07-04/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Food,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240704T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240704T201500
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CREATED:20240606T134507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T134507Z
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SUMMARY:Declaring Independence Then & Now
DESCRIPTION:This dramatic presentation\, created by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area\, aims to find out how our local towns read and reacted to the Declaration of Independence. Across the colonies\, and particularly in Massachusetts\, towns debated what freedom meant to them\, and grappled with the grievances aired in the official Declaration. What did the words in the final document mean to them? Costumed reenactors will bring life to the words of the past\, with narration by former State Representative Jay Kaufman. Rounding out our evening will be a performance by the Lexington Historical Society Colonial Singers. Some of our favorite tunes from the 18th century were highly political\, and many of them were also taken from popular English military music!
URL:https://lex250.org/event/declaring-independence-then-now/
LOCATION:The Depot\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Lecture,Living History,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240621T182207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T182503Z
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday\, July 3rd\, through Sunday\, July 7th! \nCarnival Times:\n• Wednesday\, July 3\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Thursday\, July 4\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Friday\, July 5\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM \nFireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park. \nFree Olde Fashioned Youth Games at 10am on Thursday\, July 4th at Center 2 Softball Field on Worthen Road. \nGate fee: $3.00
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival/2024-07-05/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Food,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T200000
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CREATED:20240506T195456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T201517Z
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SUMMARY:215 Army Band - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The 215th Army Band of the Massachusetts Army National Guard remains one of the nation’s finest military bands. For more than 60 years\, the band has performed throughout New England and the world\, bringing the Army’s fine musical traditions and goodwill to thousands of listeners. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/215-army-band-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240621T182740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T182826Z
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Fireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival-fireworks/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240702T132033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T132902Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Quock Walker Day Hike for Freedom
DESCRIPTION:ACROSS Lexington Route M Loop\nA Family Friendly Trail Walk of 3.3 Miles\n8:00 AM – Registration & Storytelling\n8:30 AM – Walk starts \nRegister at qwdhike4freedom2024.racewire.com \nHear the story of Quock Walker’s life and judicial victories while celebrating the 241st Anniversary of Massachusetts Emancipation Day. \nThis event will run from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/4th-annual-quock-walker-day-hike-for-freedom/
LOCATION:Bowman Elementary School\, 9 Philip Rd\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240702T132552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T132939Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Quock Walker Day Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Quock Walker Day celebrates the Massachusetts Supreme Court decision of July 8\, 1783\, that found a White enslaver guilty of assault on Quock Walker\, a freedom seeking Black man\, and agreed with Chief Justice Cushing that the ideas of slavery and perpetual servitude were incompatible with the state constitution. \nCommunity Celebration Main Stage\n11 AM – Opening Ceremony \n12 pm -West African Dance Workshop with Crocodile River Music  \n\nLearn and practice steps from traditional West African dances\, while dancing to live musical accompaniment provided by members of the CRM team. This high-energy experience is engaging and educational for people of all ages\, backgrounds and capabilities.\n\n1 pm – Crocodile River Music Concert \n\nDance to music performed by musicians from Mali\, Senegal\, Burkina Faso\, Guinea\, & the US\n\nFood and Drink\n\nJamaica Mi Hungry – food truck\nClarke’s Cakes & Cookies\, LLC\n\nFamily and Freedom: Colonial Massachusetts to Civil War\n\nBarbadoes of Lexington: From Emancipation to Abolition – Learn about an enslaved couple who were married in Lexington and whose descendants fought for the abolition of slavery across the country.\nYeomen Burdoos of Lexington – Hear how a 40 acre homestead supported a tax paying Black family of Cambridge Farms\nProcessing Flax into Linen with Cate and Prince Chester – Flax was cultivated in the Nile Delta by the Egyptians in 5\,000 BC. Learn how an emancipated couple of Lexington supplemented their income by processing flax into linen.\nHands-On Flax Processing Demonstration with Michelle Parrish\, School and Family Programs Coordinator\, Historic Deerfield\nLexington Minute Men – Meet some of the men whose valor during the Revolutionary War allowed for the Commonwealth to ratify its constitution in 1780. Members of the Barbadoes and Burdoo families were veterans of the Revolutionary War.\nCambridge Black History Project – Hear the stories Quock Walker’s nieces and nephews who fought for civil rights\, worked on the Underground Railroad and fought for the abolition of slavery across the USA.\nSalem United\, Inc. – Learn how the emancipation of Cumono in 1783\, led to his grandson Robert Morris becoming a member of the Massachusetts Bar in 1847.\n54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment\, Company A – Meet some of the men whose valor during the Civil War led to the surrender of Confederate forces and the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation by the occupation of the defeated Confederate States of America. Some Burdoos and Walker Lewis descendants were veterans of the Civil War.\nColonial Games\n\nCelebration Partners \n\n54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment\, Company A\nCambridge Black History Project\nFirst Parish in Lexington\nHancock United Church of Christ\nLexFarm\nLexington Historical Society\nSalem United\, Inc.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/4th-annual-quock-walker-day-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Lexington Visitor’s Center\, 1875 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240621T182207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T182503Z
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday\, July 3rd\, through Sunday\, July 7th! \nCarnival Times:\n• Wednesday\, July 3\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Thursday\, July 4\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Friday\, July 5\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM \nFireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park. \nFree Olde Fashioned Youth Games at 10am on Thursday\, July 4th at Center 2 Softball Field on Worthen Road. \nGate fee: $3.00
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival/2024-07-06/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Food,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
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SUMMARY:68th Annual July 4th Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The 68th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday\, July 3rd\, through Sunday\, July 7th! \nCarnival Times:\n• Wednesday\, July 3\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Thursday\, July 4\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Friday\, July 5\, 2024 – Carnival – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM\n• Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 – Carnival – 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM \nFireworks will be held on Friday\, July 5th at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park. \nFree Olde Fashioned Youth Games at 10am on Thursday\, July 4th at Center 2 Softball Field on Worthen Road. \nGate fee: $3.00
URL:https://lex250.org/event/68th-annual-july-4th-carnival/2024-07-07/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Food,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240506T200527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T201353Z
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SUMMARY:Soft Touch Band - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Soft Touch is a classic big band with full horn and rhythm sections and two outstanding vocalists\, specializing in swing era music from the ’40s to the ’60s\, plus Broadway hits and classic rock favorites. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/soft-touch-band-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Parker's Prelude
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED: The 295th Birthday of Captain John Parker\n(This event has been canceled and postponed due to forecasts of wet weather. A new date will be announced shortly) \nParker’s Prelude\nJoin us for a free community event to celebrate Captain John Parker’s 295th Birthday with a festive celebration on the Lexington Battle Green. Bring along a chair or blanket. \nThere will be music\, activities\, food trucks and birthday cake! Leading off the musical performances will be a joint concert of the Lexington Bicentennial Band and the Concord Band. \nAlso\, performing will be the: \n\nJamaica Plain Honk Band\nChildren’s Community Chorus\nWilliam Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps\n\nCaptain Parker\nSeen by many as being the ultimate personification of a Yankee rebel and represented by a statue standing resolutely at the head of the Lexington Common\, Captain John Parker was a New England farmer\, smith\, soldier\, and colonial militia officer. \nOn April 19\, 1775\, Parker led the Lexington Militia in a skirmish with British regulars at the Battle of Lexington\, where eight militia lost their lives in a successful delaying action against the British. \nWhile the militia lost the Battle of Lexington\, Captain Parker’s actions of defiance gave inspiration to further acts of rebellion against the tyranny of King George during the American War for Independence.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/parkers-prelude-canceled/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T200000
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SUMMARY:Ben Rudnick - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:With countless kudos to their credit\, including SEVEN Parents’ Choice Awards\, the band considers its main focus to be providing a common ground where all family members can enjoy a shared musical experience. \nDrawing on original songs and traditional material\, the band seamlessly integrates classic Americana with their own unique sound. It’s kids\, it’s families\, it’s music… live music. \nThe band is in their 23nd year of making music for families. That includes twelve recordings\, tours up and down the east coast\, a week of shows in Colorado and a play about a certain frog\, named Sam\, and his alien buddy\, Trip. The band is an institution in the Boston area and are happiest when playing outside on a perfect New England summer evening. \nThe tightly-honed quartet ties its identity to their New England homeland. Their sound is pure Americana. There’s a summer feel with a strong sense of celebration and happiness. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/ben-rudnick-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240710T140835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T140835Z
UID:10000113-1721762100-1721766600@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert – July 23
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings Park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission\nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets \nFor cancellation information\, call 781-698-4647 or visit our web page after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert-july-23/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240712T161402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T161402Z
UID:10000124-1721934000-1721934000@lex250.org
SUMMARY:A New Revolution in Lexington
DESCRIPTION:In 2020\, 16.82% of Lexington’s population was Chinese\, which is proportionally the second-highest Chinese population of the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts. Yet just 40 years ago\, Lexington had only 392 Chinese residents – and in 1890\, two. This presentation\, featuring research by Lexington High School student Sophia Zhang and live Q&A with local Chinese American panelists\, aims to discuss and explain the multi-phase evolution of the Lexington Chinese American community\, within broader historical contexts. This presentation will also highlight the civic contributions Chinese Americans have made to Lexington and the community’s place in the town’s ongoing demographic transformation. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-new-revolution-in-lexington-tickets-940429077687?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://lex250.org/event/a-new-revolution-in-lexington/
LOCATION:The Depot\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240506T201229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T201501Z
UID:10000067-1722018600-1722024000@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Jumpin Juba - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The group mixes regional styles of blues from Chicago\, Memphis and New Orleans together with rootsy rock & roll. The music is seasoned with jazz\, folk\, calypso\, and Latin flavors. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/jumpin-juba-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240710T141437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T141437Z
UID:10000114-1722366900-1722371400@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert – July 30
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings Park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission\nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets \nFor cancellation information\, call 781-698-4647 or visit our web page after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert-july-30/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240528T161856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T163044Z
UID:10000076-1722623400-1722628800@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Classic Groove - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Classic Groove draws on the versatility of its members to perform a diverse mix of music for any occasion. Classic Groove’s repertoire ranges from R&B and Top 40 to Smooth Jazz and Latin. As comfortable with Country and Swing as with Middle Eastern music and Show Tunes\, Blues\, and Motown. The group consists of Female Lead Vocalist\, Male Vocals\, Saxophone\, Bass Guitar\, Lead and Rhythm Guitar\, Drums\, and Keyboard. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/classic-groove-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240710T141614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T141614Z
UID:10000115-1722971700-1722976200@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert – August 6
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings Park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission\nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets \nFor cancellation information\, call 781-698-4647 or visit our web page after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert-august-6/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240528T162113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T163042Z
UID:10000077-1723228200-1723233600@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Honey Steelers - Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Americana band\, the Honey Steelers have foot-stomping style and memory-calling lullabies are brought by a group of multi-instrumentalists each with their own flavor and eclectic tastes\, offering originals as well as reimagined covers. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/honey-steelers-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240710T141807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T141807Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert – August 13
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings Park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission\nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets \nFor cancellation information\, call 781-698-4647 or visit our web page after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert-august-13/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240528T162350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T130841Z
UID:10000078-1723833000-1723838400@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Kadak Chai – Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:From foot-tapping numbers to romantic ballads\, our music has wide range and appeal for all occasions. Kadak Chai sounds span a breadth of languages including Hindi\, Tamil\, Punjabi\, Urdu\, and English hits from the 60’s\, 70’s\, 80’s\, 90’s to today\, all with a rock twist. Their music has been known to cause extreme excitement and happiness! \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/kadak-cai-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240710T141956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T141956Z
UID:10000117-1724181300-1724185800@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert – August 20
DESCRIPTION:Wind band concert at the Levi Burnell Bandstand in Hastings Park. \n7:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. including intermission\nBring picnics\, beach chairs\, blankets \nFor cancellation information\, call 781-698-4647 or visit our web page after 5 p.m. on the day of the concert.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-bicentennial-band-summer-concert-august-20/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Music,Outside
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240528T162545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T163039Z
UID:10000079-1724437800-1724443200@lex250.org
SUMMARY:Gypsy Six – Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Gypsy Six is a New England based band that are simply explosive! The band implements their own unique bravura and infectious sound into each performance of covered favorites and original songs. Gypsy Six is deep routed in soulful blues\, southern/classic rock and funk. \nThe Summer Concert Series has been providing free music for over three decades now and attracts families from Lexington and many of the surrounding communities. With a variety of musical styles\, and a relaxed “picnic in the park” atmosphere\, the concerts promote the old-time neighborliness of Lexington. Remember to bring your own lawn chairs\, blankets\, and refreshments. \nConcerts will be canceled due to inclement weather\, and there are no rain dates scheduled. For updates please visit https://www.facebook.com/LexingtonMAChamber.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/gypsy-six-chamber-of-commerce-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240426T185311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T155056Z
UID:10000052-1725116400-1725123600@lex250.org
SUMMARY:LexSeeHer's Annual Spinning Tableau
DESCRIPTION:On August 31\, 1769\, 45 women gathered at Anna Harrington’s home\, using spinning wheels in an act of public protest just steps from the Town Commons. Learning to spin and making cloth locally was one way to resist King George’s taxation on imported cottons. \nLexSeeHer organizes an annual reenactment of the protest to commemorate the 45 Lexington women who stepped outside with their spinning wheels help fortify a community where – just 6 years later – the first shots of the American Revolution would be fired.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexseehers-annual-spinning-tableau/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240902T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074928
CREATED:20240320T143758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T142912Z
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SUMMARY:Reenactment of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824 Lexington Visit
DESCRIPTION:In 1824\, the people of Lexington awaited a major milestone: the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and the Revolutionary War. Also anticipating this occasion was one of the last surviving war heroes of that generation: General Gilbert du Motier\, Marquis de Lafayette. The celebrated soldier made one last visit back to the United States to tour the expanding country and celebrate its past. Now\, join us on the 200th anniversary of Lafayette’s visit\, on the original site\, to see how Lexingtonians in the early 19th century welcomed celebrated war heroes! Using extensive research\, we will recreate the original program of this event. The General will be welcomed by the townspeople with bells ringing and cannons firing\, followed by presentations by notable townsfolk of the period. \n\nTo brush up on your Lafayette history\, be sure to stop by Munroe Tavern to view The President & Le General\, a special satellite of our Lexington Celebrates exhibition. Artifacts from Lafayette’s visit are on display\, including the iconic banner hung over Massachusetts Avenue reading “Welcome\, Friend of America.” \n  \nFor more information\, please visit the Lexington Historical Society website. \nIn case of rain\, this event will be held in Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building. \n 
URL:https://lex250.org/event/reenactment-of-the-marquis-de-lafayettes-1824-lexington-visit/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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