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Five Things: Nonprofit Net Seminar, Meetings and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on Dec. 18 in Lexington.

1. Nonprofit Net December Seminar: Given the season it seems appropriate that gifts are the focus of this Nonprofit Net seminar, scheduled for 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. today at Cary Library. Topics include, among other things, which types of gifts are best suited to meet the donor's goals and provide guidelines on how to incorporate the planned giving program in your fundraising campaigns. This event is free to the public, but registration is appreciated.  Please go to www.nonprofitnet.us 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Capital Expenditures Committee at 8 a.m. at the Town Office Building, the Economic Development Advisory Committee at 8 a.m. at Cary Hall, the Hanscom Field …

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Five Things: Community Center the Focus of Today's First Friday Forum

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on Dec. 7 in Lexington.

1. LWV First Friday Forum: At 9:15 a.m. this morning at Cary Library, the League of Women Voters' First Friday Forum presents opportunity to discuss the findings of the Community Center Task Force, which recently recommended establishing a community center in Lexington. 2. FY2014 Budget Presentations: Beginning at 8 a.m. this morning at the Town Office Building, the Board of Selectmen will hear fiscal 2014 budget presentations from the library, Human Services, Community Development and Facilities departments and will approve a 300th tax bill insert. 3. Holiday Market: Looking to do a little local holiday shopping? All manner of one-of-a-kind gifts are available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today at the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society over on …

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Five Things: Budget Presentations This Morning

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know Dec. 4 in Lexington.

1. Budget Presentations: At 8 a.m. this morning at the Town Office Buiding, the Board of Selectmen will hear preliminary fiscal 2014 budget presentations from the Recreation, Police and Fire departments, along with the Town Manager's and Town Clerk's offices. 2. Lexington High School Choral Group's Book Fair: The LHS Choral Department is hosting a Barnes & Noble Book Fair from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the store on Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington. Shop there today and a percentage of all your purchases will help benefit the LHS Choral Group Students – just be sure to mention the LHS Choral Department at the register. Added bonus: From 6 to 9 p.m., come enjoy LHS Choral Group performances will entertain shoppers. 3. Holiday Market: Looking to …

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Five More Things To Do This Weekend: Dec. 3 and 4

Another look at what's going on in and around Lexington this weekend.

On Thursday, we delivered our traditional "Five Things" for your weekend planner, but there's so much going on today and tomorow, we thought it was only fair to share some more events, holiday fairs and entertainment options. 1. 41st Annual Holiday Fair Where/When: Waldorf School of Lexington, 739 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3 Why Go: Because there are crafts, performances, activities for kids, and holiday shopping for parents from more than 30 area artisans selling handmade wares. Pricing: $3/$5/$15 Child/Adult/Family Maximum 2. Dance Inn Presents, In a Holiday Mood Where/When: The Dance Inn, 1403 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington; 4 to 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3 Why Go: Dance Inn’s annual winter spectacular…

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Thanksgiving FEASTival a Place for Holiday Shopping and Socializing

The holiday season is here and entertaining aint easy. So Patch is looking around Lexington for tips to help make your holidays a little easier, more exciting and extra tasty. Tuesday's Thanksgiving FEASTival offers one-stop shopping.

With Thanksgiving dinner less than a week away, hosts and guests alike are at least beginning to shop around for ingredients, gifts, desserts and main dishes. On Tuesday, the Lexington Famers Market will give locals a chance to do all of the above. The regular market season ended about a month ago, but the LFM bounces back on Tuesday with its second annual Thanksgiving FEASTival, a four-hour market to be held from 12 to 4 p.m. at Seasons Four on Mass Ave.  More than 20 vendors are participating and their wares will include everything from kale to chocolate. While LFM organizers do advise customers to pre-order with their favorite farmers and vendors, it’s a safe bet there will be plenty available for pickup.  “What our goal was is for …

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Five Things To Do This Weekend: Nov. 18 to 20

A look at the goings on in and around Lexington this weekend.

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. Blue Lavender Where/When: Lexington High School, 251 Waltham St, Lexington; 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 18 and Saturday, Nov. 19 Why Go: Because "Blue Lavender," the LHS fall play, is a workshop piece written by the ensemble of actors, which is based on a collection of nursery rhymes and explores the connection between twins, the line between dreams and reality, and the jazz age. Pricing: $10 2. Art Exhibit Opening Where/When: Grace Chapel, 59 Worthen Road, Lexington; 4 p.m., …

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