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Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 13

A summer concert series starts, Nathaniel Hawthorne haunts and more on this Friday the 13th in Lexington.

1. It's Friday the 13th: So watch out for this guy. Widely considered the unluckiest day of the year, the 13th falls on Friday three times in 2012 -- First in January, the in April and lastly today. To read up on the origins of the superstition, click here or here. 2. Chamber Summer Concert Series Kickoff: That's tonight, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Visitor's Center lawn. The weekly series kicks off with The Benjamin Road Band, which specializes in blues, rock and ballads. The concerts are free and open to the public; lawn chairs and picnic baskets are encouraged and those interested can check out entire lineup of performers for the 8-week series at www.lexingtonchamber.org. 3. Nathaniel Hawtorne Sighting: From 7 to 8 p.m. tonight at The…

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Five Things To Do This Weekend: July 13 to July 15

A look at what's going on in and around Lexington.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do this weekend. Lexington Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities you'll want to take part in this weekend in Lexington and beyond. 1. Nathaniel Hawthorne - The Haunted Mind Where/When: The Wayside, 455 Lexington Road, Concord; 7 to 8 p.m., Friday, July 13 Why Go: Because the perfect way to spend Friday the 13th, is to join Nathaniel Hawthorne, as portrayed by literary historian and playwright Rob Velella, as he reads some of his short works which explore the dark side of human nature. Pricing: Free 2. Summer Concert Series in Lexington Center Where/When: Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Ave…

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Hawthorne to Haunt Minute Man NHP Friday the 13th

Literary historian and playwright Rob Velella portrays Hawtorne and reads some of his short works which explore the dark side of human nature this Friday the 13 at the Wayside.

Author of works like "The Scarlet Letter" and "The Minister's Black Veil," Nathaniel Hawthrone is no stranger to the unsettling, which makes him a perfect fit for Friday the 13th. Literary historian and playwright Rob Velella, will portray Hawthorne and read some of his short works which explore the dark side of human nature in free a program offered at The Wayside this Friday, July 13.

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: April 13

Talking transportation, a jazz concert, Friday the 13th tidbits and more today in Lexington.

1. LWV Forum Tackles Transportation in Town: Lexington's League of Women Voters is holding this month's First Friday forum on the month's second Friday, and the topic is "Getting Around Town: Do you really need to drive?" The forum begins at 9:15 a.m. this morning at Cary Memorial Library. 2. Doug Wamble Performs with LHS Jazz Ensembles: The LHS Jazz Combo, Septet, Big Band and Jazz Ensemble will play this evening with Doug Wamble, a jazz guitarist, vocalist and composer who has played with Cassandra Wilson and Norah Jones and has composed for Ken Burns. The performance is at 7:30 p.m. at Lexington High School and costs $10. 3. Friday the 13th: Today is the second of three Friday the 13ths in 2012. Here's that and 12 other things to know …

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13 Things You Need to Know About Friday the 13th

You know to think twice about planning big events on Friday the 13th, but did you ever stop to wonder why?

1. The fear of Friday the 13th is known as friggatriskaidekaphobia or paraskevidekatriaphobia depending on whether you prefer Norse (the former) or Greek (the latter) origins for your phobias. To claim the phobia, you must be able to pronounce it (just kidding). 2.  In 2012, aside from today, there will be Friday the 13ths in April and July. 3. Lots of things besides Friday the 13th are considered unlucky. Check out this Life magazine slideshow titled, “A bad-luck guide to Friday the 13th.” 4. Debate surrounds the origin of Friday the 13th’s reputation. One theory: According to Wikipedia, French King Philip IV, having become envious of the Knights Templars’ fortunes, gave orders on Friday, Oct. 13, 1307, to arrest the knights and charge …

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Udated About Town: Braving the Graves

On Friday the 13th.

This weekend held far more than a ghostly walk through the burial ground. Sweet Beads held Ladies Night at its Mass. Ave. shop. Old and new friends gathered to pick and choose just the right stone, bead or clasp for earrings, necklaces and bracelets. It’s my hope that this store stays – and succeeds – for the young and the no-so-young. It's a great place for birthday parties, social gatherings and a hangout for creative minds looking to create beautiful baubles. Thank you Deborah, Ellen and Sabina. I had a great time and a friend is getting a wonderful birthday present. Operation Smile Children were having lots of fun at the Operation Smile fundraiser in Emery Park at The Depot last Saturday. I didn’t get to visit, but did snap a photo to …

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Denise J. Dubé

9:09 am on Friday, June 10, 2011

Thank you for this great information. I'll pass it on to those holding these tours. I found the entire event fascinating -- especially that quotation. It was also sad to see parents losing so many children -- and to learn that it was expected. I'll go to that website for more info. Again, thank you.   more ›

Thirteen Things You Need to Know about Friday the 13th

You know to think twice about planning big events on Friday the 13th, but did you ever stop to wonder why?

1. The fear of Friday the 13th is known as friggatriskaidekaphobia or paraskevidekatriaphobia depending on whether you prefer Norse (the former) or Greek (the latter) origins for your phobias. To claim the phobia, you must be able to pronounce it (just kidding). 2.  May is the only month in 2011 that will feature a Friday the 13th. Friggatriskaidekaphobics/ paraskevidekatriaphobics rejoice. 3. Lots of things besides Friday the 13th are considered unlucky. Check out this Life magazine slideshow titled, “A bad-luck guide to Friday the 13th.” 4. Debate surrounds the origin of Friday the 13th’s reputation. One theory: According to Wikipedia, French King Philip IV, having become envious of the Knights Templars’ fortunes, gave orders on Friday, …

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