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Building Community Roots
2025-07-01 - 2025-07-19 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
At the heart of the Galleries At LynnArts’ latest community art project stands a powerful symbol: the Banyan Tree. But what makes this tree so special? Across cultures and generations, the Banyan Tree has carried deep meaning—and it’s the perfect inspiration for a collaborative creation rooted in connection, care, and growth.
In many parts of the world—especially India and Southeast Asia—the Banyan Tree is more than just a tree.

In Hinduism, it represents immortality, spiritual wisdom, and divine shelter, often linked to gods like Vishnu and Shiva.

In Buddhism, it’s connected to the Bodhi Tree, under which the Buddha found enlightenment. It stands for resilience and inner peace.

In local villages, it’s a natural meeting place—serving as a center for community and storytelling.

The Banyan Tree is unique in how it grows: from a single seed, it sends down aerial roots that become trunks, creating a network of support.
This makes it a powerful metaphor for:

Interconnection – each root and branch supports the whole

Community strength – many parts forming a unified structure

Legacy – standing tall through generations, holding memory and history

Why the Banyan Tree for Our Project?
Our paper Banyan Tree is built just like its real-life counterpart—from many individual contributions. Each piece you add is a root, a leaf, a branch in our growing collective story.
It symbolizes:

Healing and hope

Cultural diversity

Shared creativity

Together, we’re building more than a tree. We’re growing a living work of art that reflects who we are—stronger together.
When can I stop by?

Wednesday, July 2 from 12-6pm
Thursday, July 3 from 12-4pm
Friday, July 4 from 12-6pm
Saturday, July 5 from 12-4pm
Tuesday, July 8 from 12-4pm
Wednesday, July 9 from 12-6pm
Thursday, July 10 from 12-4pm
Friday, July 11 from 12-6pm
Saturday, July 12 from 12-4pm
Tuesday, July 15 from 12-4pm
Wednesday, July 16 from 12-6pm
Thursday, July 17 from 12-4pm
Friday, July 18 from 12-6pm
Saturday, July 19 from 12-4pm

Plein Air Painting - Summer 2025
2025-07-13 11:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Red Rock Park in Lynn, Lynn Shore Drive, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
Annette Sykes invites you to paint your own masterpiece at Red Rock Park on 1 Friday and 4 Sundays throughout the summer. Celebrate Summer through art and paint your own masterpiece to take home! Spend as little time or as long as you like on your painting, with individual minilessons by Annette. Take a peek at local en plein air artist’s work!
This is a free family friendly event for all ages sponsored by Save the Harbor, Save the Bay/ and funded by the Better Beaches grant.
No RSVP needed – first come first serve Being sunscreen and water to stay hydrated!
All supplies will be provided (easels, paints, brushes, papers, canvases…)

For more information contact Annette Sykes: 617-909-9211 or paintbytheocean@gmail.com.

The above information is courtesy of Annette Sykes.

Community "Drumagic" Drum Circle
2025-07-13 13:30 - 15:30 | UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA, 01907, United States
All are welcome to join UUCGL for some Drumagic!
It is a way to express yourself. You will leave the afternoon feeling inspired and relaxed. Our drum circle is open to hand drummers over the age of 16. Beginners (with drums) are always welcome. We jam to West African and Haitian-inspired rhythms on djembes, ashikos, dunduns, congas, dumbeks, and makeshift hand drums. Please no snare drums, kit drums, or bucket and stick drums.
If you do not own a drum or are unable to borrow one from a friend, flat-bottomed, rounded-edge water cooler jugs and flat-bottomed, rounded edge (not sharp edge) Rubbermaid-type wastebaskets work fine as makeshift drums.
Never drummed before? No Problem. We will show you the way. Come out and plan to have an afternoon of spiritual awakening, fun, and meeting wonderful people. Oh, and if you like to dance, drum rhythms are great to move to as well.
Cost: Volunteer donation of $5 to $10 suggested. We usually meet on the second Sunday of each month.
Please note: for security reasons the doors will be locked promptly at 1:35pm, so make sure to be on time!

The above information was submitted to us by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn

Anselmo Vázquez Páez at The Galleries at LynnArts
2025-07-13 14:00 - 17:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
We are thrilled to invite you to view recent artwork by Anselmo Vázquez Páez — a bold and powerful collection of paintings, drawings, and sculptures that explore symbolic meaning through portraiture and layered landscapes. This new work marks an exciting evolution in Anselmo’s artistic journey — exceptional, compelling, and distinct from his previous series.
📍 Location: The Community Gallery, Galleries at LynnArts
📅 Exhibition Dates: July 9–13, 2025
🕑 Gallery Hours: 2:00–5:00 PM daily
🎉 Artist’s Reception: Saturday, July 12, from 2:00–4:00 PM
📞 More info: Call Annette at 617-909-9211
Come experience this unique and evocative collection — and meet the artist in person at Saturday’s reception!
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Nos complace invitarles a una exposición de obras recientes de Anselmo Vázquez Páez — una colección poderosa y vibrante de pinturas, dibujos y esculturas que exploran el simbolismo a través del retrato y paisajes diversos. Esta nueva serie representa una evolución emocionante en la trayectoria artística de Anselmo: excepcional, única e intrigante.
📍 Lugar: Galería de la Comunidad, Galerías de LynnArts
📅 Fechas de la exposición: 9 al 13 de julio de 2025
🕑 Horario de la galería: 2:00–5:00 p. m. todos los días
🎉 Recepción de artistas: Sábado 12 de julio, de 2:00 a 4:00 p. m.
📞 Más información: Llama a Annette al 617-909-9211
¡Ven a descubrir esta colección única y conmovedora, y conoce al artista en la recepción del sábado!

The above information was submitted to us by Annette Sykes.

Figure Drawing at GALA
2025-07-14 18:00 - 21:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
Join the Monday Night Drawing Group at the Galleries at LynnArts, hosted by Annette Sykes of Paint by the Ocean. This weekly session offers artists of all levels the opportunity to draw from a live, clothed or unclothed model in a relaxed, supportive environment. Bring your own art supplies and enjoy an evening of creative exploration.​

These drawing groups will meet every Monday from 6-9pm at GALA. Fees are $18 for GALA Members, $20 for Non-Members, & $18 for Students. No instruction is provided; this is a self-guided session ideal for practicing figure drawing in a community setting.​
For more information visit the GALA website, follow @paintbytheocean on Instagram, or email paintbytheocean@gmail.com.

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The above information was submitted to us by the Galleries at LynnArts (GALA).

We Make Noise x Lynn Music Foundation: Artist Intensive Workshop Led by Eva Davenport
2025-07-14 19:00 - 21:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
Join us for a FREE transformative 4-week Artist Intensive Workshop led by powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and educator Eva Davenport. Presented in partnership between We Make Noise and the Lynn Music Foundation, this workshop is designed to help artists shape themselves both inside and out.
Over the course of four dynamic sessions, participants will dive deep into:
✍️ Songwriting & Creative Writing
🎙 Performance & Stage Presence
💡 Branding & Visual Identity
💫 Confidence & Artist Mindset
Whether you’re a rising performer or just beginning your journey, this intensive will empower you to develop and refine your unique artistic identity. Space is limited — don’t miss the chance to grow with one of the most inspiring voices in the local music scene.
Click here to register

The above information was submitted to us by the Lynn Music Foundation.

Tuesday Artists' Group Pop Up at GALA
2025-07-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-17 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-18 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-19 12:00 - 17:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
The Galleries at LynnArts are currently hosting an engaging and exuberant exhibition by the Tuesday Artists Group, a newly-formed collective whose first show is a bold testament to what can blossom when artists are given space, support, and shared purpose. On view through July 20th, the pop-up show features a compelling range of experimental and collaborative works created over the past six months in weekly sessions and museum visits.
What’s immediately striking is the breadth and variety of artistic approaches represented. From meticulous realism to expressive abstraction, this show resists stylistic uniformity—and in doing so, underscores the rich, layered possibilities of group-based artmaking. One of the unifying threads, however, is the use of vibrant and enchanting color. Across mediums and techniques, color becomes a language of joy, reflection, and play.
A standout moment within the show is a wall devoted to a shared theme: boats. Each artist has interpreted this motif in their own voice, resulting in a fascinating dialogue of perspectives. Some render boats with precision and quietude, anchored in realism; others dissolve the forms into abstraction, allowing gesture and palette to evoke motion, memory, or metaphor. The juxtaposition is both delightful and revealing, showcasing the unique vision each artist brings to a common starting point.
The group’s collaborative spirit culminates in a silent auction to be held during the artist reception on Friday, July 18th, from 4:30 to 7 PM. Works created throughout the group’s journey will be available at accessible price points—an excellent opportunity for collectors and supporters to take home original art while investing directly in the group’s future. Proceeds will help fund much-needed art supplies, ensuring this dynamic and inclusive group can continue its meaningful work.
In a time when community-centered, grassroots art spaces are more vital than ever, the Tuesday Artists Group offers a fresh, inspiring model. Their debut show is not just an exhibition—it’s a celebration of process, experimentation, and collective creativity. Don’t miss it.

The Open Vault Jam Sessions
2025-07-16 17:00 - 20:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
Calling all musicians, vocalists, producers, and music lovers! Whether you’re a seasoned player, a bedroom beatmaker, or just starting out—The Open Vault Jam Sessions are your space to create, collaborate, and connect.
Join us every Wednesday through August 27th at the Vault Theater for a free, all-levels jam session where the Lynn music community comes together to make something beautiful—no pressure, just vibes.
🪩 Instruments and gear provided: Keyboard, Drums, Electric Guitar, Electric Bass
🎹 All genres and skill levels welcome
🎤 Open mics, freestyle moments, and spontaneous collabs encouraged
💥 No registration required—just show up and plug in!
Come build with fellow creatives and help shape the sound of Lynn. Let the Vault be your stage. 🎧🎸🥁

The above information was submitted to us by the Lynn Music Foundation.

Teen Drop-in Center - Summer 2025
2025-07-18 17:30 - 21:30 | Lynn Tech – Field House, 80 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
The Lynn Teen Drop-In Center is hosted weekly for our youth ages 13-18 to engage in recreational activities during after-school and evening hours. Activities include playing sports, listening to music, and hearing from guest speakers.
Music * Pizza * Cornhole * Volleyball * Basketball
Dates subject to change due to school scheduled sporting events or inclement weather.
Supported by the Mayor’s office, Lynn Parks and Recreation Department, Lynn Police Department, Shannon Grant, & Community Development. For more information, please call Lisa Nerich 781-286-8000
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The above information was submitted to us by Lynn Parks & Rec.
