Final Preparations Underway for Unveiling of 'Something Is Being Done' Monument, Honoring Contributions of Women to Lexington's Rich History | |
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On Thursday, March 28, Members of the Select Board and other Senior Town Staff gathered with representatives from LexSeeHer, including President Jessie Steigerwald, to discuss the final preparations for the unveiling of Lexington's next monument.
The sculpture, created by acclaimed artist Meredith Bergmann, will honor the contributions of women to Lexington's history.
You can read more about the design, and the inspiration behind the monument here.
A public unveiling is scheduled for Wednesday, May 18, at 10:30 AM. LexSeeHer is working with the Department of Public Works, Lexington Police, and other Town offices to coordinate the event. A limited amount of dedicated seating will be available, but the event is open to the general public. More details will be released as the event draws closer.
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Center Recreation Complex Hardcourt Renovations Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned for Tuesday, April 2 | |
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The ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the Center Recreation Complex hardcourt renovations will take place on Tuesday, April 2, at 5:30 PM.
This renovation project involved an overhaul of the Gallagher Tennis Courts and Farias Basketball Courts, as well as a renovation of the public restroom facility. For more information on this project, see the Capital Projects webpage.
Following the ceremony, the public will be invited to make use of the new courts! For more information on the ceremony and the following use of the courts, check out our news flash.
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LexHAB Announces Upcoming Housing Lottery; Deadline to Register for Lottery is April 5 | |
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The Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) is a non-profit affordable housing developer that owns and operates 82 units in Town. Units are rented out by lottery only to residents who meet the minimum income requirements.
The next lottery is being held on Wednesday, April 17, at 1:00 PM. The deadline to submit your application for that lottery is Friday, April 5, at 5:00 PM.
The application process is listed on this flyer, but it will also be explained below. The flyer also contains more information on the units available, and the income requirements need to qualify for LexHAB housing.
All applications must be submitted through the Ready Renter Program. Applications submitted directly to LexHAB will not be accepted.
If you are not part of the Ready Renter Program, you can fill out their pre-application form here.
Once you have filled out the pre-application form, you need to request a LexHAB Lottery Entry Form by email. Once you receive the form, download it, complete it, and email it back.
If you have questions or difficulties, contact the Ready Renter Coordinator by email or by calling 617-923-3505 ext. 207.
For more information on LexHAB, visit their website.
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Arches, Arrangement, Gesture: Art Gallery at Munroe Center for the Arts
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Did you know the Munroe Center for the Arts has an art gallery that is open to the public? This gallery runs new showings from local artists every two months.
The current display features the work of Joanna Muehleisen. Her current exhibit is centered around the theme of Arches, Arrangement, Gesture. This way of creating, exploring multiple subjects at one time, allows each theme to dialogue with the others and reflect on them differently
Interested in visiting? The gallery is located on the middle floor of the Munroe Center for the Arts building and is open to viewers during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Dog License Renewals Due Friday, April 12 | |
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Attention Lexington dog owners! License fees are due by April 12.
Mass General Law requires that ALL dogs six months and older must be licensed. If you have a new rabies certificate, a copy of the certificate should be sent along with payment. If you no longer have a pet, you must let the town know.
For more information on dog licenses, license fees, and late fees, see the Licensing and Permits page of the Town website.
Still need to apply for a dog license? Fill out the application here!
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Upcoming Events at Cary Library | |
Click the calendar icons for more information on these upcoming events! | |
Cary Library will be closed on Saturday, April 6. | |
Join the Town of Lexington in Celebrating National Public Health Week! | |
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The Lexington Health Department, Human Services Department, and Department of Recreation and Community Programs have put together a week of programming and events aimed at promoting public health.
Read the proclamation issued by the Select Board.
Take a peak at some of the week's upcoming events:
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Monday 4/1
Community Center Ping Pong
Tuesday 4/2
Film Screening: Below the Belt
Wednesday 4/3
Blood Pressure Screening
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Thursday 4/4
Narcan Training
Friday 4/5
SHiNE Light Dance Fitness
Saturday 4/6
Medical Waste Disposal Day
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Lexington LifeTimes Magazine Calls for Creative Submissions | |
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Are you a 60+ resident or employee in Lexington with a knack for creativity? We invite you to share an original art piece, short story, poem, or photography project with the community by submitting your work to Lexington Lifetimes.
Lexington LifeTimes Magazine is a creative arts journal published by the Friends of the Council on Aging. The Magazine is professionally produced and published bi-annually, featuring the literary and visual art of those 60+ living or working in Lexington.
Submissions for the Summer 2024 issue are being accepted until Wednesday, May 1. See the submission guidelines and application form for more information.
Check out previous issues of Lexington Lifetimes on the Friends of the COA website.
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Weigh in on the Future of Lexington's Waste Collection | |
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The Town is working to cut down the amount of local waste ending up in landfills by encouraging participation in recycling and composting programs. Through Lexington's Zero Waste Plan, the Town strives to reach a 90% diversion rate of local waste by 2050.
So how can you contribute? Take this survey!
The survey should only take 5 to 10 minutes to complete, and will allow you to share your thoughts on the following topics:
- Expanding curbside compost collection town-wide
- Converting to automated curbside collection with wheeled carts
- Evaluating every-other-week trash collection
- Evaluating rate structure incentives for curbside collection
- Providing more reuse collection
Please complete the survey by April 12, so we can make good use of your feedback.
The survey was designed by a team of Tufts University graduate students in the Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning. The group's semester-long research project will culminate in recommendations for the Town on how they can change their waste collection system and achieve waste reduction.
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Upcoming Medical Waste Drop-Offs | | |
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The next medical waste disposal collection day held by the Lexington Department of Public Health will take place on April 6 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The collection will take place in the back parking lot of the Town Hall. The event is for Lexington residents only and only residential medical waste will be accepted. For more details regarding Lexington medical waste disposal, check out our website.
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Spots Still Available! Senior Services Trip to Explore Covered Bridges of New Hampshire | |
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Thursday, May 2
9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Residents: $110, Non-residents: $120
LAST DAY TO REGISTER: THURSDAY, APRIL 4.
Our first stop will be at the Inn at East Hill Farm where we will enjoy lunch. This historic family run inn is located at the base of Mt. Monadnock.
After lunch, we will meet our professional guide in Troy, NH for a guided tour of New Hampshire's Covered Bridges through the beautiful New Hampshire countryside, and then return home.
Please visit https://lexrecma.com or contact Lexington Human Services at 781-698-4840 to register for this trip.
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4th Annual Native Pollinator Plant Sale | |
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The Town of Lexington Conservation Department's 4th annual Native Pollinator Plant sale is now open to everyone!
The sale will include a Sun Kit with plants that thrive in sun to partial sun and a Shade Kit with plants that prefer filtered light to shade. Each kit will include three plants of four different species for a total of twelve beautiful and healthy plants.
There are also six plants being sold individually, all of which are included on the flyer.
Payment is accepted by credit card only. Plants will be available for pickup starting Saturday, May 11, at the Lexington Public Services Building, at 203 Bedford Street.
Anyone interest in buying a kit will need to use an existing MyRec account or set one up. Once logged in, scroll down the programs page to find "Conservation."
Contact Amber Carr or Lexington Living Landscapes if you have any questions.
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Call for Artists to Paint Utility Boxes in Lexington | |
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The Lexington Council for the Arts is seeking artists to participate in their annual utility box painting initiative. The theme for this years' artwork is "As We Turn 250" in preparation for the celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial.
Anyone 18 years of age or old who is interested in participating is asked to submit an original design, in line with this year's theme, by Friday, April 5.
To request a submission form and get more information on the initiative, contact Laurie Bogdan.
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Artist: Tony Grifkin
Location: Worthen Rd. & Waltham St.
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Artist: Robin Jones
Location: Bedford Rd.
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Artist: Julie Foran
Location: Concord Ave. & Waltham St.
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Water Meter Readings to Continue Through April | |
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The Water & Sewer Division of the Lexington Department of Public Works (DPW) began reading all town water meters on Monday, March 25. Readings will continue through the end of April.
There are approximately 1,300 meters that still need to be read manually. If you have not had your water meter upgraded yet, please call (781) 274-8359 or (781) 274-8370 or email utilitybilling@lexingtonma.gov to set up an appointment as soon as possible.
Cooperation with the Town’s water meter reading program is most appreciated. Questions and concerns can be directed to the DPW Operations Office at (781) 274-8300 extension 1.
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