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Five Things: Art, Meetings and About That New Field Guide

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on Jan. 10 in Lexington.

1. Back Door Gallery, Art Nook: Did you know the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society has created a second gallery, to be open year-round to showcase the works of the artists and craft persons of LACS guilds? The new gallery, located at LACS's third door parking lot entrance, is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2. Today In Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Tree Committee at 7:30 a.m. at the DPW Building, the Lexington Center Committee at 8 a.m. at the Town Office Building, the Community Preservation Committee at 2 p.m. at the Town Office Building, the Water and Sewer Abatement Board at 4:30 p.m. at the DPW Building, the Special Education Parent Advisory Council at 7 p.m. at …

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Five Things: Lexington Alive, a New Art Gallery and More

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on Dec. 27 in Lexington.

1. Lexington Alive: According to the town website, Lexington Alive is the town's new field guide created specifically to help locals explore nature around town. The water-resistant guide costs $6, with proceeds benefitting the Lexington Nature Trust. You can pick up a guide at the town's Community Devleopment Office, located at the Town Office Building. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, there are no public meetings posted for today. 3. Back Door Gallery, Art Nook: Looking for something to do during the remaining days of your winter vacation? The Lexington Arts and Crafts Society has created a second gallery, to be open year-round to showcase the works of the artists and craft persons of LACS guilds. The new …

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The Velveteen Rabbit, a Winter Solstice Event, Music and More

A peek at five local events this weekend around Bedford, Concord and Lexington.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do this weekend. 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. 1. Musketaquid 2012 Winter Solstice Where/When: Old Calf Pasture, 240 Lowell Rd, Concord; 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 21 Why Go: It's a chance to gather around the blazing riverside solstice fire with warm song and good friendship to celebrate light on this darkest night. Pricing: Free 2. A Musical Tribute To Rock Guitar HeroesWhere/When:Concord's Colonial Inn, 48 Monument Sq, Concord; 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 21  Why Go: It's a show featuring Tom Yates on guitar and vocals, Rick Maida on bass and Mike Avery on drums. …

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Five Things: Budget Summit, Soup Bowls for Hunger

A quick look at what you need to see, do and know Dec. 19 in Lexington.

1. Budget Summitt III: At 7 p.m. tonight at the DPW Building, the Board of Selectmen, Capital Expenditures, Appropriation and School committees will hold their third Budget Collaboration/Summit and the agenda includes revised fiscal 2014 revenue projections, a proposed FY14 revenue allocation model and establishing a date for the fourth summit. 2. Other Public Meetings: According to the town website, other public meetings posted for today include the Tourism Committee at 11:30 a.m.; the Community Preservation Committee at 6:30, with a public hearing at 7 p.m., the Recreation Committee at 7 p.m. and the Planning Board at 7:30 p.m. All of them are at the Town Office Building. 3. Soup Bowls for Hunger: One-of-a-kind bowls created by members …

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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: 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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Festival Night to Light Up Tree and Town Alike

Santa Claus and local authors are coming to town this Friday, while Mass Ave merchants will stay open late and the Lexington Symphony will perform a pair of Holiday Pops concerts.

The holiday season kicks it into high gear this Friday, Nov. 30 when Lexington Center comes alive with the Chamer of Commerce's annual Festival Night and other holiday-themed activities. Carolers will stroll the streets and indoor musicians will take up instruments at featured locations. Santa Claus will come to town for a holiday tree-lighting ceremony at Depot Square, which begins at 6:30 p.m. with the sounds of the Master Singers of Lexington. Participating merchants around Lexington Center will offer special prices, discounts, promotional gifts and raffles. The Lexington Symphony will host Holiday Pops concerts at 4 and 8 p.m. over at Cary Hall. Beginning at noontime at the Lexington Depot, there will be a Holiday Bazaar selling …

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Art, A Musical Fashion Review and Synchronized Skating

A of five local events this weekend around Lexington, Bedford and Concord.

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. 17th Annual High School Art Majors Show Where/When: Lexington Arts and Crafts Society, 130 Waltham St, Lexington; 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 26, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 27 Why Go:  The selected artwork on exhibit represents the most talented art students from Arlington, Bedford, Burlington, Concord-Carlisle, Lexington, Waltham, and Minuteman high schools.The styles range from energized multi-media drawings to still life studies to architectural designs.  …

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Five Things: LACS Arts and Crafts Fall Fair Opens Today

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

1. Annual Arts & Crafts Fall Fair: The Lexington Arts and Crafts Society's annual all-society fundraiser opens today, with all proceeds going to the support of the Society. For this three-day fair, members donate a selection of items for sale including baskets, jewelry, paintings, polymer clay creations, cards, decorative arts, needle arts, weaving, ceramics, fine jewelry and woodworks. The hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 20 and from 12 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 21. 2. Bogart's Back: At 7 p.m. tonight at the Depot, Lexington Community Education is hosting "The Behavior of Wings: A Staged Reading by Steve Bogart." The former drama teacher at Lexington High School, Bogart will present a staged reading of his …

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