Link to Lexington

Volunteers Needed: Jan 17 MLK Commemoration & Day of Service

On January 17, Lexington will hold its 29th commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with its 9th Annual MLK Day of Service.

Our target this year is to serve 2,500+ people through 700+ volunteers.

Unlike years past when we would volunteer in a gathered setting, we have adjusted this year’s MLK Day of Service to be a virtual Day of Service for most of our activities in order to keep our community safe and healthy.

We hope you will take some time to join us online or in-person safely following social distancing and masking guidelines at this year’s events and activities.

To sign up and volunteer, visit lexingtonmlk.org.

Got questions? Email us at lexingtoncommunity@gmail.com.

MLK Day Virtual Community Conversation on Race January 17

Please join us for the annual MLK Day Community Conversation on Race. This event is sponsored by the Lexington Human Rights Committee.

This year’s topic is The Purpose of Education - Honoring Dr. King's Legacy with (Racially) Inclusive Curriculum.

January 17, 10 AM – 12 PM

Via Zoom (pre-registration required)

This year, we revisit Dr. King’s seminal work The Purpose of Education (through a 21st century lens). We will trace some of the racial injustices that are inherent in school curriculum, which result in the disparities seen in today’s education system. As a community, we hope to create tangible and actionable anti-racist steps towards a more just education system to honor Dr. King’s vision for true learning.

This year, we are honored to be joined by leading expert Dr. Debora Jackson.

About Dr. Debora Jackson

Dr. Debora Jackson (DMin, MDiv, ME, MS, BS), Professor of Practice and Dean of the Business School at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is one of the most influential education and business leaders of our time. After a successful career in software & IT engineering spanning two decades, she broadened and shifted her work to designing and executing transformative paradigms in multiple fields.

Recently, she has focused her scholarship and leadership on re-orienting education so that it is equitable and innovative for broader societal impact. She has authored two books and numerous articles on the power of transformative education. Like Rev. Dr. King himself, she is also spiritual leader and has a Doctorate of Ministry. She previously served as Executive Director of the Ministers Council of American Baptist Churches and was a Senior Pastor at First Baptist Church in Needham, MA.

Give Back to the Community--Serve on a Town Board/Committee. Deadline January 13

The Select Board is looking to fill vacancies on a number of Town committees.

Serving on a committee is a great way to:

Meet your neighbors
Get involved in the community
Give back to the community by contributing your skills and expertise
Help make important decisions for Lexington

With so many committees to pick from, there is bound to be one that fits your interests! The community benefits from a diverse set of perspectives, so all are encouraged to apply.

Committees focus on topics ranging from sustainability, to economic development, to tourism, and much MUCH more!

The application deadline is Thursday, January 13.

List of Committees/Application Process

Help Us Preserve Our Fields, Courts, and Track This Winter

Please help us preserve our fields, courts, and track by staying off them when they are snow covered.

Snow removal from fields, courts, and track is not allowed
The use of any fields, courts, or track is not allowed when covered in snow
Removal of snow causes damage and safety issues

For more information, read our Outdoor Recreation Facility Policy, or call 781-698-4800

Let's keep these community assets pristine, so we can enjoy them when better weather rolls around!

Updated Hours at Cary Library Through End of January

Like many organizations, Cary Library is experiencing an increase in staff absences during this wave of the pandemic. For that reason, the library will be operating on the following schedule through the end of January 2022.

Monday 9 AM - 6 PM

Tuesday 9 AM - 6 PM

Wednesday 9 AM - 6 PM

Thursday 9 AM - 6 PM

Friday 9 AM - 5 PM

Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM

Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM

This schedule allows us to maximize our staff coverage during hours when the library is in high demand. We hope that this modification in schedule will allow us to avoid further service disruptions.

In addition, we will postpone our return to indoor in-person programming until February. For a complete list of the Library’s virtual program offerings, please visit our Events Calendar.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to navigate the realities of COVID-19.

Koren Stembridge

Library Director

New Lexington Fire Headquarters Receives 'Career 1 Gold' Design Award

Firehouse.com recently awarded the newly constructed Lexington Fire Headquarters at 45 Bedford Street a 'Career 1 Gold' in the 2021 Firehouse Station Design Awards.

"The 26,000-square-foot facility features 10 apparatus bays (four double-deep bays and two EMS bays), with capacity for the department’s Antique American LaFrance engine. Training capabilities for the Town are greatly expanded, with a large training room, mezzanine and training tower.

The design meets the town’s progressive sustainability guidelines; it’s highly efficient and resilient. "

Sixty-four entries, across seven categories, were submitted by 45 architects/construction companies from across the United States.

Rindge Park & Playground Improvements Public Meeting January 12

Join staff from the Town's Recreation and Community Programs Department as they review proposed playground designs for Rindge Park. Staff will be looking for the community's feedback as the design process continues.

Wed., January 12, 7:00 PM

Via Zoom

For more information on this project, visit the Recreation Department's Capital Projects web page.