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Celebrating Coexistence
2026-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Cary Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, 02420, United States
Lexington Symphony’s inaugural Lunar New Year Concert at Cary Hall in collaboration with the Chinese American Association of Lexington
CELEBRATING COEXISTENCE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2026 | 7:30PM
PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR’S TALK AT 6:30PM
Co-sponsored by Martha Segal
Additional Funding by Bin Wu & Family in recognition of the Chinese American Association of Lexington
Sheng | China Dreams: II. Fanfare
Erdentsogt, Anger | Morin Khuur Concerto No. 2 —Dr. Erdenbuhe, morin khuur McPhee, Colin | Tabuh-Tabuhan Toccata for 2 pianos and orchestra
Stravinsky | Petrushka
This concert offers a culturally rich and exhilarating evening that you won’t want to miss! The international Mongolian morin khuur soloist, Dr. Erdenbuhe will perform a concerto featuring that ancient national instrument. Colin McPhee’s composition was inspired by melodies played on the Balinese gamelan. We will remain in the Far East as Igor Stravinsky’s Petrushka tells us the magical story of three puppets that come to life in a Russian street fair.

Screening of the Adam Tidd episode of the Black Patriots of Lexington
2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:00 | The Depot, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
ABCL and Tricons 2 Red Tails are partnering with the Lexington History Museums to host a screening and Q&A of the Adam Tidd episode of the Black Patriots of Lexington at the Depot on Tuesday February 17 at 7 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

This episode features Bill Poole:

Historian William Poole shares the amazing life of Adam Tidd and his journey from being an enslaved servant of Lt. William Tidd of Captain Parker’s Company to a soldier in the Continental Army and later the father of a renowned Boston musician.

Essex Piano Trio opening Hancock Church's Lenten Noontime Concert Series
2026-02-18 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Hancock United Church’s noontime free concerts are back with a whole new season during the season of Lent. Join us each Wednesday February 18th – April 1st, 2026, in Clark Hall at the church for a 30 minute live music break in your day! Each week features new artists and a wide variety of music:
On Wednesday February 18th, the series launches with the return of the Essex Piano Trio. This trio of terrific musicians–Beverly Soll, piano, Ashley Offret, violin, and Dave Cabral, cello–will present “A Conversation Among Friends.” The program will feature music by Maurice Ravel and his onetime student, then lifelong friend, Ralph Vaughan Williams. Included will be Ravel’s famous Pavane for a Dead Princess and Vaughan Williams popular folk song settings. The connections and influences of each composer on the other will be lifted up–all in 30 minutes! The concert is free and open to all. It will take place in Clark Hall at Hancock Church (1912 Mass Ave. in Lexington) There is free parking in the rear of the church, and an elevator can be accessed off of the Mass Ave entrance. For more information on the whole series, visit hancockchurch.org/concerts

Karen Burciaga & Matthew Wright present a concert called Liberty Tree as part of Hancock Church’s Noontime concert series
2026-02-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Our free noontime concerts are back with a whole new season this winter/spring during the season of lent. Join us each Wednesday February 18th – April 1st, 2026, in Clark Hall at the church for a 30 minute live music break in your day! Each week features a new group and a wide variety of music:
March 4th – Karen Burciaga (baroque violin, guitar, voice) & Matthew Wright (lute, guitar, voice) present a concert called Liberty Tree. In honor of the country’s 250th anniversary, Karen and Matthew of Boston-based ensemble Seven Times Salt will lead you on a musical tour of early New England performed on period instruments. They’ll trace a lineage from the eve of the Revolution to eventual victory at Yorktown through songs of liberty, rants against taxation and tyranny, wartime laments, and some of George Washington’s favorite dance tunes. You’ll hear quotes from 18th-century writers and even sing along with tunes ranging from the battlefield to the ballroom!
Hancock Church is wheelchair accessible and has single user accessible bathrooms. Our front entrance is accessible, and once inside you will find an elevator that goes up to Clark Hall. There is free parking in our back lot where there are ADA parking spots, and there are two more such parking spots on the side of our building.
Our Noontime Concert Series is generously supported by the Creative Expressions program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. This grant enables us to hire top notch musicians and present them to you free of charge!

Oral Storytelling Workshop
2026-02-24 19:30 - 21:00 | First Parish Church, 7 Harrington Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02421, United States
**Offsite- This event will take place at First Parish Lexington, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington (rear entrance, parking available)
Learn to tell your compelling, personal, true story in front of a live audience, in the tradition of The Moth, Stories from the Stage, and Lexington’s own Voices on the Green.
In this free, introductory 90 minute workshop, you will hear examples of successful stories, learn to find your own story through a series of fun exercises, and have an opportunity to discuss your story in a small group.
Co-sponsored by Cary Memorial Library and Voices on the Green.

Registration is required. Space is limited.

Instructors:
Kemp Harris is a composer, musician, children’s author, actor, and teacher. Kemp taught K–1 in the Newton Public Schools for 38 years. He has shared the stage with Taj Mahal and Gil Scott-Heron, composed for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and WGBH Public Television. Kemp has appeared on WGBH “Stories from the Stage” and visits schools to share his stories. He enjoys performing with his band, the Kemp Harris Group.
Suzanne Ketchum Adams has been a resident of Lexington for 26 years. She serves as Storytelling Director of Voices on the Green, Lexington’s Storytelling and Music series, where she first told a story in 2017 and has since coached many others to tell their own stories. Suzanne has told stories at The Moth, Stories from the Stage, MassMouth, and Fugitive Stories, and she is currently at work on a novel.

Ian Watson performing free Noontime concert at Hancock Church Feb 25th
2026-02-25 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Join us at Hancock Church for a free noontime concert on Wednesday, February 25 featuring keyboardist extraordinaire Ian Watson.
Renowned for his expressive artistry and brilliant technique, Ian Watson will perform masterworks by Bach, Beethoven and Mozart.
Take a midday pause and immerse yourself in some of the greatest music ever written—beautifully performed in the welcoming space of Hancock Church.
Admission is free and all are welcome! Hancock Church is at 1912 Mass Ave. in Lexington. There is free parking in the rear of the church, and an elevator can be accessed off of the Mass Ave entrance. Follow the signs to Clark Hall. For more information on the whole series, go here hancockchurch.org/concerts.
The Noontime Concert Series is funded by the Creative Expressions grant program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Open Saturday at the Scottish Rite Museum
2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420, United States
The museum is open this Saturday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Come see our exhibitions and visit our Library & Archives.
Admission: FREE

The Master Singers of Lexington Present “Pops! Of Presidents and Kings”
2026-02-28 20:00 - 20:30 | First Parish Church, 7 Harrington Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02421, United States
Please join the Master’s Singers of Lexington on Saturday February 28 at 8pm for our spring Pops concert! The program will include songs and choruses about monarchy and democracy, featuring music from 1776, Sister Suffragette from Mary Poppins, If I Were King of the Forest from The Wizard of Oz, and more. Enjoy additional works by Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, Elton John, Alan Menken, Gilbert & Sullivan, and other beloved composers.
Purchase tickets online at www.themastersingers.org. Discounts for students, seniors, and WGBH members. Ample free parking and handicapped accessible.

4th Annual Lexington Lunar New Year Lantern Festival
2026-03-01 13:00 - 19:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, 02420, United States
Lexington Lunar New Year Lantern Festival returns on Sunday, March 1, 2026, bringing the community together for an afternoon and evening of light, creativity, and connection. The free, public event takes place at Cary Hall and marks both the seasonal transition from winter to spring and Lexington’s 250th anniversary.
From 1:00–4:00 PM, families can enjoy kids’ talent showcases, food, and lantern-making activities, followed by cross-cultural, interactive performances from 4:00–6:00 PM. The celebration concludes with a community lantern parade from Cary Hall to the Lexington Visitors Center from 6:00–7:00 PM, where the evening culminates in a projection-mapping display.
Led by New Legacy Cultural Center in collaboration with local organizations and community partners, the festival invites neighbors of all ages to gather, reflect, and light the way forward together. Admission is free; RSVP is encouraged.

Lexington Lantern Festival
2026-03-01 13:00 - 19:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Mass Ave
As winter begins to soften and the promise of spring draws near, the Lexington Lantern Festival invites the community to gather on March 1 for an evening shaped by light, hope, and shared experience. Hosted at Cary Hall, the festival is a celebration of tradition, creativity, and togetherness.
From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, Cary Hall comes alive with interactive booths, hands-on activities, and moments for reflection as visitors write wishes and create lantern-inspired keepsakes. Beginning at 4:00 PM, cultural performances and music fill the space, sharing stories through movement, sound, and tradition until 6:00 PM.
As dusk settles, the celebration flows beyond the hall. From 6:00 to 7:00 PM, participants are invited to join a lantern parade from Cary Hall to the Visitors Center, carrying light, hopes, and collective spirit into the evening. The journey concludes with a shared moment of illumination at the Visitors Center, where the glow of lanterns reflects the community’s wishes for the future.
The Lexington Lantern Festival is more than an event—it is a pause, a gathering, and a shared step forward, lighting the way together.
Get Tickets: https://forms.gle/WhpiXVuL5D8xzuTZ6

Munroe Center for the Arts’ panAFRICAproject Gallery Talk & Community Reception
2026-03-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Munroe Center for Arts, 1403 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington MA 02420, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Munroe Center for the Arts’ panAFRICAproject Gallery Talk & Community Reception Features an Up Close Look at Contemporary Africa Though Photographs and History
Join award-winning photographer Lou Jones in conversation about his photographic journey through contemporary Africa, with Historian and Prof. Robert Bellinger, moderated by Regie Gibson, Massachusetts Poet Laureate, at The Munroe Center for the Arts Gallery on Monday, March 2 @ 6:30pm.
The community is invited to a free gallery reception and talk with photographer Lou Jones, about the vibrant works in his panAFRICAproject exhibit, (panafricaproject.org) on display now in the Gallery at Munroe Center for the Arts, curated by Zoe Perry-Wood (munroecenter.org/in-the-galleryl). Jones will share his decade-long experience traveling to 18 African countries to create a contemporary, visual portrait of modern Africa. Historian Robert Bellinger, PH.D., the Director of The Géwël Tradition Project in Dakar, Senegal, will talk with Jones about the common factors in their work centering on people, community, and family tradition in contemporary Africa (https://rightinghistories.com/gewel-tradition-project). Regie Gibson, Literary Performer, Poet, Educator, and Inaugural Massachusetts Poet Laureate will serve as moderator of the evening.
Jones will also be signing his latest book, panAFRICAproject: Volume 2, and copies will be available to purchase at the event. The gallery reception is free and open to all ages. Sign-ups are encouraged for planning purposes at munroecenter.org/in-the-gallery. The Munroe Center for the Arts is located at 1403 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington.
For more info, visit munroe center.org.

Tom Chapin at Harmony on the Green Coffeehouse Concerts
2026-03-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Three time Grammy award winner and Hudson Valley Troubadour
Clark Hall at Hancock Church

Bedrock - Making of a Public Garden by Jill Nooney
2026-03-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Follen Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Lexington Field & Garden Club Presents
“Bedrock, Making of a Public Garden”
with Jill Nooney
Date: March 11, 2026
Place: Follen Church, 755 Mass Avenue, Lexington
Time: 9:30 a.m. – Social 10 a.m. – Meeting
Over 40 years ago Jill and her husband Bob developed 30 rural acres in Lee, New Hampshire, into a show-stopping garden of delight.
Jill tells their journey going from a private oasis to a public garden which is now enjoyed by all. The garden slowly evolved through their deep love for the land, an insatiable urge to experiment, and a lot of grit.
Jill has stories of moving boulders, carrying trees on planes, driving tractors, making paths and ponds, learning the power of volunteers, welcoming thousands of visitors and bonding with community members over their love of the garden.
This program is FREE.
Bring a friend and enjoy this interesting speaker!

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Vocal group Bellavoce present a concert of women' s voices, “Light After Darkness” at Hancock Church
2026-03-11 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
On March 11th, Bellavoce returns to Hancock Church for the free noontime concert series. With Ian Watson on piano, bringing their program “Light after Darkness” featuring works for women’s voices by Gabriel Faure, Elaine Hagenberg, Ola Gjeilo, and Felix Mendelssohn alongside a timeless Lenten Gregorian chant, and a traditional spiritual. Contemplative readings by Natalie Dykstra, author of Chasing Beauty: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner will weave the music together, offering space for prayer, reflection, and renewal.

Experience The Northern Hearth: Ancient Traditions & New Nordic Flavors
2026-03-12 17:30 - 20:00 | LexMedia, 1001 Main Campus Drive, Lexington, M, 02421, United States
Join Chef Emily Taylor for a culinary journey through the rugged landscapes and refined flavors of the Nordic regions.
Part-cooking class, part-history lesson, the class explores how a culture defined by survival and preservation evolved into one of the most influential gastronomic identities in the world. Emily will intertwine demonstrations of Nordic cooking with discussion around the traditional uses of particular dishes and techniques like lactofermentation and yogurt-making and how they laid the foundation for New Nordic Cuisine. Journey through Nordic history, starting with the Vikings and the influences their trade practices had on traditional cooking practices through to the food tradition of the local indigenous people of the north before ending with the modern culinary movement birthed in the early aughts.
Class Menu:
– Simple porridge of savory oats with cheese, dried fruit, and meat
– Dried salted cod
– Blood In The Snow: skyr (yogurt) with fresh pressed ginger and beetroot juice
– Selection of lactofermented pickled vegetables with butter and light caraway rye bread
– Gravlax served on rye bread with mustard sauce, pickled onion, and dill
– Finnbiff with potatoes (traditional Sami meat and mushroom dish)
– Swedish cardamom buns
About Chef Emily Taylor:
Chef Emily has been dabbling in the food industry ever since a fateful dinner at Ten Tables back in 2007 where she was served a simple Spanish squash soup that was so inspiring she just had to figure out how to make it herself. Since then she has continued to explore cultures and regions through travel and food. After an extended journey through Scandinavia, the Nordics and northern Europe in 2018, she became enamoured with the ability of Nordic cuisine to be traditional, cozy and yet at times deeply sophisticated. Determined to fill the Nordic food gap in the Boston area, she began holding annual Hyggefest suppers at home for lucky friends, and most recently held several popular Nordic Cafe popups at local farm-to-table restaurant, Urban Hearth. One of Emily’s greatest joys is to share a table with mirthful guests enjoying accessible and nourishing food together learning about the places and peoples of the world through deliciousness.
Please note: if for any reason a class needs to be cancelled, we will do our best to reschedule the event to another date. Refunds will be given to those unable to make the new date, and refunds will be given if a class is cancelled with no new date.

Pianist Shi Chen performs a solo piano program for Hancock Church’s free noontime concert series
2026-03-18 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
On March 18th, pianist Shi Chen returns to Hancock Church with a new solo program, for Hancock’s free noontime concert series. Ms. Chen is a graduate student at the Longy School of Music who has appeared on our series several times and we always welcome her return!
Hancock Church is wheelchair accessible and has single user accessible bathrooms. Our front entrance is accessible, and once inside you will find an elevator that goes up to Clark Hall. There is free parking in our back lot where there are ADA parking spots, and there are two more such parking spots on the side of our building.
Our Noontime Concert Series is generously supported by the Creative Expressions program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. This grant enables us to hire top notch musicians and present them to you free of charge!

Casino Night with the Lexington Chamber
2026-03-19 19:00 - 22:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, M, 02421, United States
March 19 | An Evening of High Stakes Fun & High-Value Connections
The Lexington Chamber of Commerce invites members and friends to Casino Night on Thursday, March 19, an evening designed to bring our business community together for fun, connection, and a little friendly competition.
Hosted at Inn at Hastings Park, this signature Chamber event transforms the space into a vibrant casino floor complete with classic games like Blackjack, Roulette, and Poker, professional dealers, and an energetic crowd of local business leaders and community supporters.
Guests will enjoy:

Casino-style games with play money

High-impact networking in a relaxed, social setting

Exceptional food and beverages

Prizes, bragging rights, and a whole lot of fun

Whether you’re there to play in the Poker Tournament, mingle, or cheer on your colleagues, Casino Night is all about strengthening relationships, celebrating our local business community, and kicking off spring in style.

♠️ Featured Poker Tournament
Feeling confident in your poker face? Casino Night will feature a dedicated Poker Tournament for guests looking to up the ante. The tournament adds an extra layer of excitement to the evening, offering structured play, friendly competition, and serious bragging rights among Chamber members.
Whether you’re a seasoned card shark or just enjoy the thrill of the game, the Poker Tournament is a highlight you won’t want to miss.
Tournament details and format to be announced.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorships are a featured and highly visible part of Casino Night, offering businesses the chance to stand out in front of a dynamic, engaged audience.
Sponsorship benefits include:

Logo placement on event signage, promotions, and digital marketing

On-site brand visibility at gaming tables or key event areas

Recognition during the event program

Complimentary tickets as part of every package

Meaningful exposure to Chamber members and community leaders

Sponsorship details available at director@lexingtonchamber.org Interested sponsors are encouraged to reach out early to secure premium placement.

Save the Date: March 19 Location: Inn At Hastings Park
We’ll see you at the tables. ♠️♦️♣️♥️

EXCLUSIVE Frog's Leap Wine Pairing Dinner At The Inn At Hastings Park
2026-03-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, M, 02421, United States
Straight from Napa Valley to historic Massachusetts, the Inn at Hastings Park, a 22-room luxury boutique hotel and the Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property, hosts an exclusive five-course wine pairing dinner bringing together two remarkable talents: Rory Williams, Winemaker and Managing Director of Viticulture & Enology at Frog’s Leap Winery, and Executive Chef Cory Williams.
Frog’s Leap is a celebrated leader in organic, sustainable viticulture — farming estate-grown grapes with reverence for the land and crafting wines with minimal intervention, letting soil and season speak in every bottle.
Chef Williams presents a dinner rooted in seasonality, with each course drawing on produce from Codman Community Farms in Lincoln, MA. Rory, shaped by harvests in Barolo, Burgundy, and Provence and graduate study in flavor chemistry at Cornell, guides guests through each pairing with rare depth and warmth.
An evening to slow down, connect, and savor.

Booking link: https://www.innathastingspark.com/experience/featured-experiences-and-events/#!/e/farm-to-vine-dinner-featuring-frog-s-leap-winery-march-24th-8e44c1ca

EXCLUSIVE Frog's Leap Wine Pairing Dinner At The Inn At Hastings Park
2026-03-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, M, 02421, United States
Straight from Napa Valley to historic Massachusetts, the Inn at Hastings Park, a 22-room luxury boutique hotel and the Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property, hosts an exclusive five-course wine pairing dinner bringing together two remarkable talents: Rory Williams, Winemaker and Managing Director of Viticulture & Enology at Frog’s Leap Winery, and Executive Chef Cory Williams.
Frog’s Leap is a celebrated leader in organic, sustainable viticulture — farming estate-grown grapes with reverence for the land and crafting wines with minimal intervention, letting soil and season speak in every bottle.
Chef Williams presents a dinner rooted in seasonality, with each course drawing on produce from Codman Community Farms in Lincoln, MA. Rory, shaped by harvests in Barolo, Burgundy, and Provence and graduate study in flavor chemistry at Cornell, guides guests through each pairing with rare depth and warmth.
An evening to slow down, connect, and savor.

Mezzo soprano Rachel Shukan sings a program of music by women composers for Hancock Church’s free noontime concerts series on March 25th
2026-03-25 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Hancock Church in Lexington’s free noontime concerts are back with a whole new season this winter/spring during the season of lent. Join us each Wednesday February 18th – April 1st, 2026, in Clark Hall at the church for a 30 minute live music break in your day! Each week features a new group and a wide variety of music
On March 25th, mezzo soprano Rachel Shukan has her series debut, singing a program of music by women composers.
Hancock Church is wheelchair accessible and has single user accessible bathrooms. Our front entrance is accessible, and once inside you will find an elevator that goes up to Clark Hall. There is free parking in our back lot where there are ADA parking spots, and there are two more such parking spots on the side of our building.
Our Noontime Concert Series is generously supported by the Creative Expressions program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. This grant enables us to hire top notch musicians and present them to you free of charge!

Open Saturday at the Scottish Rite Museum
2026-03-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420, United States
The museum is open this Saturday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Come see our exhibitions and visit our Library & Archives. Join staff for a gallery tour at 11:00 am.

“Spinning Toward Revolution: Growing Flax & Processing Linen in New England, 1765-1776”
2026-03-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420, United States
On Saturday, March 28, Dr. Kimberly Alexander, Director of Museum Studies and Senior Lecturer in the History Department of the University of New Hampshire, will speak about women’s textile production and political protest in the 18th century. She will present her research and show tactile components of flax production from her work with the UNH Flax to Linen project.
After Dr. Alexander’s talk, learn more about the 1769 Lexington spinning protest in our exhibition, Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington. This program is co-hosted by LexSeeHer for Women’s History Month.

Pushing The Limits
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Cary Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, 02420, United States
PUSHING THE LIMITS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026 | 7:30PM
PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR’S TALK AT 6:30PM
Sponsored by Winfield & Linda Perry
Still | Bells
Shostakovich | Violin Concerto No. 1
—Callum Smart, violin
Bartók| Concerto for Orchestra
British violinist Callum Smart returns by popular demand to Lexington Symphony to perform Shostakovich’s evocative Violin Concerto No. 1. Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra was commissioned by Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Serge Koussevitzky in 1943. This popular piece is filled with opportunities for each section of the orchestra to shine as the piece builds to an exuberant conclusion.
Tickets at https://www.lexingtonsymphony.org

Pushing The Limits
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Cary Hall, 1605 Mass Ave, Lexington, 02420, United States
PUSHING THE LIMITS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026 | 7:30PM
PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR’S TALK AT 6:30PM
Sponsored by Winfield and Linda Perry
Still | Bells
Shostakovich | Violin Concerto No. 1
—Callum Smart, violin
Bartók| Concerto for Orchestra
British violinist Callum Smart returns by popular demand to Lexington Symphony to perform Shostakovich’s evocative Violin Concerto No. 1. Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra was commissioned by Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Serge Koussevitzky in 1943. This popular piece is filled with opportunities for each section of the orchestra to shine as the piece builds to an exuberant conclusion.

Violinist Aija Reke and pianist Lorena Tecu perform for Hancock Church’s final free noontime concert of the series, April 1st
2026-04-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Ma, 02420
Hancock Church’s free noontime concerts series concludes on April 1st. Violinist Aija Reke and pianist Lorena Tecu perform the Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano by Cesar Franck. A doctoral student at Boston University, Aija has appeared at the church many times in our orchestras and with the early music group A Joyful Noyse.
Hancock Church is wheelchair accessible and has single user accessible bathrooms. Our front entrance is accessible, and once inside you will find an elevator that goes up to Clark Hall. There is free parking in our back lot where there are ADA parking spots, and there are two more such parking spots on the side of our building.
Our Noontime Concert Series is generously supported by the Creative Expressions program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. This grant enables us to hire top notch musicians and present them to you free of charge!

Revolutionary Run
2026-04-04 12:00 - 2026-04-11 12:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420, United States
In April 2026, Patrick Atkinson, a Scottish Rite Mason from Delaware, will lace up his running shoes and set out on a monumental journey, running from Wilmington, Delaware, to Lexington, Massachusetts. This isn’t just a physical test of endurance. It’s a fundraiser to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, and a tribute to the role many Freemasons played in the American Revolution, 250 years ago.
Patrick, an experienced long-distance runner, will run 333 miles over 8 days. His route will take him through many areas that witnessed historic events during the American Revolution. Patrick is undertaking this extraordinary journey, running 50-60 miles a day, to raise awareness about the museum, to mark the events surrounding the founding of the United States and—most importantly—to connect with people, history, and Freemasons along the way.
Patrick will end his run by running through Lexington center and arriving at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library at 12 PM on 4/11.

“Spring Container Gardening for Stunning Results” with Susan Nock
2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Follen Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Lexington Field & Garden Club presents
“Spring Container Gardening
for Stunning Results” with Susan Nock
Date: Wednesday. April 8
Place: Follen Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington
Time: Social 6:30 p.m. Meeting 7 p.m.
This meeting will not be available on Zoom.
The presenter will be Susan Nock, not Stacey Lee as previously reported. A season-specific container garden presentation that includes a comprehensive overview of the whys and hows of container gardening, the container-garden design principles for balanced, beautiful containers, and a dive into how to create gorgeous spring planters with her favorite spring materials. Three containers are planted during this presentation, showcasing various styles, materials, and colors available in New England.
A FREE event.
Join us and bring a friend!

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For Love! For Liberty! — A New Musical Comes to Lexington, MA!
2026-04-11 | MA
Step into the winter of 1775–76 and experience the extraordinary true story that helped save the American Revolution. For Love! For Liberty! is a vibrant new musical filled with original songs, dance, and unforgettable historical characters.
Follow the journey of young Boston bookseller Henry (Harry) Knox, who hauled sixty tons of cannon across frozen lakes and mountains to General Washington’s army—an audacious mission that changed the course of history. At the heart of the story is Lucy Knox, who defies her loyalist family, sacrifices her fortune, and sustains Harry’s courage with letters, love, and cake.
Bridging past and present, the story unfolds as middle-school history students work with teachers, grandparents, and the National Park Service to bring this remarkable moment in American history to life.
Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library
33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA
Saturday, April 11
4:00 PM & 7:00 PM performances
Bring the whole family for an inspiring theatrical experience celebrating courage, sacrifice, and the power of love and liberty.
✨ History. Music. Revolution. ✨

Lexington Depot 1st Anniversary Open House - Free to Lexington Residents!
2026-04-11 09:30 - 16:00 | The Depot, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
It has been a year since the Lexington Depot was transformed from a stark white room to a vibrant exhibition space. Thanks to incredible community support, the centuries of family treasures LHM collects and preserves now have a dedicated space that expands the range of stories we tell. Thousands of visitors from all over the world have spent the year learning about the many pieces of history that make Lexington so special. On Saturday, April 11, we want to celebrate this momentous anniversary with you with a free day for Lexington residents! Stop by any time during our new open hours, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM, to explore the full arc of history, from the artists of the 1820s to the soldiers of World War I and beyond, hear a gallery talk, or make a craft to take home.

Open House and 50th Anniversary Celebration
2026-04-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420, United States
Please join us for an open house marking the end of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library’s 50th anniversary celebration!
Visit exhibitions that examine the museum’s collection over the past 50 years and Lexington’s role in the American Revolution, see a replica of the cannon Henry Knox brought from Ticonderoga to Dorchester on loan from the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, welcome ultra runner Patrick Atkinson as he arrives in Lexington at the conclusion of his 333-mile Revolutionary Run from Delaware to Massachusetts, witness the burial of a time capsule for 2075, and more.
Admission is free. Light lunch served. Registration is not required. Help us celebrate the end of our 50th anniversary year and look ahead to the next 50 years!
Program for the Day (join us at any time):
10AM-3PM, Open House
11AM, Time Capsule Ceremony Come see our 50th anniversary time capsule buried—not to be opened until 2075!
12PM, Celebrate the Revolutionary Run Welcome ultramarathoner Patrick Atkinson as he concludes his 333 mile run from Wilmington, DE to Lexington, MA
2PM, Noble Train of Artillery Encampment and Ceremonial Entrustment of the Hamilton 250 Cannon
Plus, “FOR LOVE! FOR LIBERTY!” A musical about Henry Knox. Performances at 4PM and 7PM. Tickets required.
