2025 World Music Concert Series: Walid Zairi & Talween
2025-08-30 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lynn Common, North & South Common Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From Access Culture: We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary musical event that will transport you across cultures and rhythms!
Experience the exhilarating global fusion of Walid Zairi & Talween, a masterful trio led by Tunisian oud virtuoso and composer Walid Zairi. Talween (Arabic for “coloring”) brings together vibrant World Jazz, Arabic classical music, African rhythms, and contemporary improvisation.
FREE! No RSVP required, but you may RSVP by clicking here
Rain date: August 31
✨ Featuring:
🎼 Walid Zairi – Oud & Composer
🎹 Ken Hiatt – Accordion: Balkan, Brazilian, and Jazz influences
🥁 Fabio Pirozzolo – Percussion & Drums: A maestro of global rhythms
Expect mesmerizing melodies, high-energy improvisations, and breathtaking original compositions—a sonic journey where the ancient soul of the oud meets modern jazz and Afro-fusion energy.
What to Bring: Water, a picnic, and your love for diverse musical artistry! Enjoy a celebration of culture and community under the open sky.
🚗 Easy Public Transportation Access | Free Parking Nearby
✨ Stay Connected: RSVP if you’d like to join our mailing list for updates on future events and Access Culture News.
This Concert is funded in part by a grant from the Lynn Cultural Council, a local agency that is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Psalms By The Beach - Summer 2025
2025-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Red Rock Park in Lynn, Lynn Shore Drive, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
from Grace UMC: We’re excited to invite you to a peaceful time of meditation on the Psalms by the beach. Join us at 10:00 -11:00 am on August 20, 27, and September 3 and 10 at Red Rock Park in Lynn. Come and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, the sacred words of Scripture, and the shared stories of our community.

All are welcome, and it is free.

Brown Bag Mobile Market - First Saturdays
2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Phoenix Food Hub, 8 Silsbee Street, Lynn, 01901, United States
What is Brown Bag – Mobile Markets?
Free bags of groceries are distributed twice a month to area residents in partnership with the Greater Boston Food Bank.
When and Where Does It Happen?
Every first Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m and every third Friday of the month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m at 8 Silsbee Street, Lynn, MA.
How Do I Participate?
The program is open to all residents of Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, and Swampscott.
There are no age or income requirements and there is no application for the program, just sign up over the phone or in person when you come to the event.
To learn more or to sign up for the program, please call 781-599-0110 and ask for the Nutrition Department.
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¿Qué es Bolsa de color café – Mercados Móviles?
Se distribuyen bolsas de comestibles gratuitas dos veces al mes a los residentes del área en asociación con el Greater Boston Food Bank.
¿Cuándo y dónde ocurre?
Cada primer sábado de 9 a. m. a 10 a. m. y cada tercer viernes del mes de 9 a. m. a 11 a. m. en 8
Silsbee Street, Lynn, MA.
¿Cómo participo?
El programa está abierto a todos los residentes de Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus y Swampscott.
No hay requisitos de edad o de ingresos y no hay ninguna solicitud para el programa, sólo tiene que inscribirse por teléfono o en persona cuando venga al evento.
Para obtener más información o inscribirse en el programa, llame al 781-599-0110 y pregunte por el Departamento de Nutrición.

The above information was submitted to us by The Phoenix Food Hub.

2025 Lynnside Out Festival
2025-09-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Frederick Douglas Park, Corner of Union and Exchange streets, Lynn, MA, United States
From Mayor Nicholson’s office:Mayor Jared C. Nicholson’s office and the City of Lynn will again host the 4th annual Lynnside Out event, a festival geared to connecting residents with City departments and provide information on upcoming initiatives and City services in a setting outside of city of hall.
The event will take place at Frederick Douglass Park in Central Square on Saturday, Sept. 6th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
City Departments and other agencies that will be represented include: Mayor’s Office, EDIC/Lynn, City Clerk, Community Development, Inspectional Services, Parking, Personnel, Public Health, Planning, City Council, DPW, Fire, Police, Veteran Services, Lynn Public Schools, LHAND, Lynn Community Health Center, Grand Army of the Republic, the Lynn Calm Team, and many more.
There will be free food from Lynn businesses, family-friendly activities including music, face painting, and a bounce house.

2025 Recovery Month Event
2025-09-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Lynn City Hall & Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the Lynn Public Health Division: Join us for our annual Recovery Month Event!

Overdose response trainings at 12:30 pm and 5:00pm in room 105
Resource Tabling 4:00pm – 6:00pm outside of City Hall
Flag Raising at 4:30pm
Event Speaker – Kiwi Recovery

Organizations attending:

Kiwi Recovery
Healthy Streets
Girls Inc.
The Recovery Exchange
Mass Helpline
Ruth’s Way
The Lynn CALM Team
& more..

Systems of Care Committee meetings
2025-09-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
Systems of Care Committee meetings are held the second Thursday of every month via Zoom and quarterly in person.

You do not need an invitation to attend. To learn about the next meeting date, time, and location, please contact the Community Service Agency Director by emailing Kyra Drescher at kdrescher@jri.org or calling 781-559-9916. Agenda and notes are distributed through Constant Contact please reach out be added to the group.

Co-facilitated by Kyra Drescher, Dalene Basden & Stevie Boyon
Zoom information:
Please click here for meeting link | Meeting ID: 823 7631 0957 | Passcode: [REDACTED]
In-person information:
Meetings are normally on zoom but will be in person at the Phoenix Food Hub through GLSS (8 Silsbee Street) on January 9, May 8, & September 11. If coming in person please RSVP to Kyra Drescher by emailing kdrescher@jri.org.

Schedule

9am – 9:05am | Intro Song
9:05am – 9:45am | Presentation from community member
9:45am – 10am | Q&A for presenters
10am – 10:30am | Team member intros & community resources
For more information on the SOC meetings and Children’s Friend & Family Services please click here.
2025 SOC Presenter Schedule

January 1/9/25 In person Phoenix Food Hub Provider Buffet
February 2/13/25 Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development (LHAND)
March 3/13/25 North Shore Juneteenth Association Inc.
April 4/10/25 The Loft & The Mansion
May 5/8/25 Rep Cahill in person (Phoenix Food Hub/GLSS)
June 6/12/25 LPS Welcome Center
July 7/10/25 NFI
August 8/14/25 Dr. Prince, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Salem Hospital
September 9/11/25 Boys & Girls Club In person (Phoenix Food Hub/GLSS)
October 10/9/25 Healthy Families
November 11/13/25 Lynn Museum
December 12/11/25 Essex County Community Foundation

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What Is The Community Service Agency?
The Community Service Agency (CSA) is a community -based organization whose function is to facilitate access and coordination of care for youth with serious emotional disturbance who require or are already utilizing multiple services or child serving systems (e.g. child welfare, special education, juvenile justice, mental health).
The CSA uses the Wraparound process as a way to improve the lives of children with complex needs and their families. It is not a program or a service and is open to members with a Mass Health Behavioral Health insurance component. The key characteristics of the Wraparound process are that a plan is developed by a family -centered team, is individualized based on the strengths and culture of the child and their family, and is needs -based rather than service –driven.

What Is The Systems Of Care Committee?
Community Service Agency (CSA) and the Systems of Care Meeting (SOC) covers cities and towns in the Greater Lynn area: Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus and Swampscott.
The Systems of Care Committee is intended to support the Community Service Agency’s efforts in their local geographic area to establish and sustain collaborative partnerships among families, parent/family organizations, traditional and non – traditional service providers, community organizations, state agencies, faith – based groups, local schools, Mass Health and its contracted Managed Care Entities (MCEs), and other community stakeholders. The local Systems of Care Committee ensures that the Care Coordination of the Community Service Agency is in sync with other service delivery systems, with state agency services, and with informal helpers and community resources.
The Systems of Care Committee meets monthly to coordinate and integrate family voice into current community resources, to identify additional supports, and work together to offer a variety of choices to families without always having to recruit agency providers. At this time, we have over 500 members in our SOC email group that is distributed via constant contact twice a month. Please email Kyra at kdrescher@jri.org if you would like to be added.

Who Can Become A Member?
Membership in the local Systems of Care Committee is open to the public and should include, but is not limited to:

Parents/Caregivers
Grandparents
Extended Family Members
Transitional Aged Youth (ages 14-20)
Community Service Providers
Business Community Representatives
Youth and Recreation Personnel
Child & Youth-Based Community Activity Providers
Faith-based Organizations
School Personnel
Community Service Organizations
Parent/Professional Advocacy League Representative
Department of Developmental Services
Department of Public Health
Department of Children and Families
Department of Youth Services
Organizations interested in Providing Financial Resources through Grants/ Scholarships to Families in Need
Volunteers in Child/Youth-based Activities and Organizations

Our Vision
Work towards the creation of a comprehensive spectrum of mental health and other necessary services which are organized into a coordinated network to meet the multiple and changing needs of children and their families.

The above information was submitted to us by Children’s Friend & Family Services, a Division of Justice Resource Institute (JRI).

Worship Night
2025-09-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Lynn Classical, 235 O'Callaghan Way, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From Navigation Church: Join us for an unforgettable evening of worship and community right here in Lynn! We’re gathering to lift high the name of Jesus and encounter His presence together.
Worship will be led by YWAM Boston, bringing a passionate and Christ-centered time of praise that will encourage, inspire, and unite us as one family in Christ.
This night is open to everyone—whether you’ve been walking with Jesus for years or are simply curious about faith, you are welcome. Come expectant, bring a friend, and be part of a movement of worship in our city.
Free admission. All are welcome.

2025 Trails & Sails
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-27 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
From the Essex National Heritage Area: Trails & Sails is an event series that brings awareness and appreciation for heritage resources around Essex County, Massachusetts, which is a federally designated National Heritage Area.
Historically, Trails & Sails has focused on outdoor activities such as guided hikes and excursions on the water, but over the years it has grown to include historic house tours, lectures, community celebrations, special exhibitions, craft demonstrations, and many other diverse activities.
Click here for more information on events throughout the Essex National Heritage Area, download the guidebook, and more
Below are snippets from the guidebook for the events happening in Lynn:
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2025 Goldfish Pond Fun & Flea Day
2025-09-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Goldfish Pond, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From the Goldfish Pond Association: Great time-honored tradition at Goldfish Pond. Why have your own yard sale? Come to Goldfish Pond and set up a table of your own and take advantage of a great crowd to buy your stuff! We have over 50 vendors, raffles, and food at this event. Come support the Goldfish Pond!

RAIN DATE: September 20th

More information & sign up to be a vendor – https://goldfishpond.org/flea-marke

Questions? Contact Paul Coombs at 781-479-6623 or paulrcoombs@gmail.com

Rent Control Ballot Campaign Kickoff Rally
2025-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Frederick Douglas Park, Corner of Union and Exchange streets, Lynn, MA, United States
From Lynn United for Change: Lynn United for Change and ECCO (Essex County Community Organization) are joining together with a diverse coalition of local tenants, homeowners, community groups, congregations, and labor unions for a rally to launch the rent control ballot campaign. This is one of a series of launch events taking place across the state as part of the Keep Mass Home campaign.
Rent is too high! We’re getting pushed out of our own cities. Let’s limit rent increases to no more than 5% per year!
ECCO, Lynn United for Change, Mass Senior Action Council, Neighbor to Neighbor, 1199 SEIU, New Lynn Coalition, United Nations CDC (Lynn, MA) and more… list in formation.
About the Keep Mass Home campaign:
Whether we rent or own—no matter where we live—everyone in Massachusetts should be able to afford a place to call home. But right now, corporate real estate investors are driving up housing costs to increase their profits, making it impossible for Massachusetts residents to make ends meet.

Under current state law, there is no limit to the amount landlords can increase rents every year. Rents can double overnight.

High rents displace workers and seniors from their communities, force people to work multiple jobs just to pay the rent, and make it impossible for young families to save money to achieve the dream of owning a home.
By coming together to put rent control on the ballot, we can Keep Massachusetts Home for ALL of us.
We need basic protections against excessive rent hikes to keep people in their homes, support working families, and stabilize communities across Massachusetts. Modern rent stabilization is the immediate relief we need to protect people as we work to fully address our state’s housing crisis.

The Keep MA Home campaign to pass rent control in Massachusetts is made up of thousands of renters, homeowners, and neighbors, along with dozens of grassroots housing justice groups, labor unions, and community and faith-based organizations throughout the state.

About the rent stabilization policy we’re proposing:

Together, we can support stable homes and strong communities for everyone in Massachusetts

No matter where we live or what’s in our wallets, we all lose when our friends, families and neighbors are pushed out of the places they call home. Designed with input from residents and experts across Massachusetts, our modern rent stabilization policy would:

Limit annual rent increases in Massachusetts to the cost of living with a cap at 5%. For an apartment that costs $2,000 per month, that means an annual increase in monthly rent of no more than $100/month
The limit on rent increases will continue to apply when new renters move in, meaning rent cannot be drastically increased between tenants
Support small landlords, not big corporations, by exempting owner-occupied buildings with four or fewer units
Encourage housing production and economic growth, by applying rent limits to new construction only after a building’s first 10 years

Learn more and join us at keepmasshome.com

Community "Drumagic" Drum Circle
2025-09-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lynn, 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

Tours of the Lynn Public Library
2025-09-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-09-20 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-22 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-09-24 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-09-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Lynn Public Library, 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From the Lynn Public Library: Learn all about the beautiful & historic Lynn Public Library through a guided tour of our building, artwork, and more.
No registration is necessary. This tour does require the ability to traverse the building. The Lynn Public Library is happy to offer tours to patrons of all abilities. If you require accommodations, please contact the library at 781-595-0567 or lyn@noblenet.org
This is part of the annual “Trails & Sails” event series, that brings awareness and appreciation for heritage resources around Essex County. Learn more about this year’s events by clicking here.

Coffee With A Cop
2025-09-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Land of A Thousand Hills Coffee Co., 61 Munroe Street, Lynn, MA, United States
The Lynn Police Department are revitalizing their monthly “Coffee with a Cop” at Thousand Hill Coffee Shop! This meet and greet with the community is scheduled for every third Wednesday at 10am, but the location may change.

The above information was submitted to us by the Lynn Police Department.

Lynn Carnival - September 2025
2025-09-18 - 2025-09-28 | 40 Federal Street, 40 Federal Street, Lynn, 01905, United States
From the City of Lynn: The carnival is returning to Lynn! Join us for rides, games, food, and family fun to benefit the City of Lynn!

Open Thursday/Friday at 6pm
Open Saturday/Sunday at 1pm
Closed Mon-Wed

Unlimited ride specials daily
$5 Admission Fee per person, Children 12 or under are free
Use code “LYNN2025” to save on MegaPasses (online only)

To purchase tickets or wristbands online, visit fiestashows.com

Civil Society Screenings
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
Inc.ubate Coworking Lynn & The Lynn Music Foundation are excited to announce our latest collaboration, the Civil Society Screenings @ The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre.
The Civil Society Screenings are curated to create public dialogue over conflict (familial, political, cultural, and socio-economic) and ways to move to mutual understanding and organized community activism. This monthly film series is designed to make you think, and develop a framework to engage your community for positive change.
Films Start at 7pm (Doors 6:30pm)
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The Beautiful Country Summary
Binh, a Vietnamese Amerasian boy, faces discrimination and leaves his village to find his mother in Saigon. After a fatal incident involving her employer, Binh flees with his younger brother Tam. En route to America, a storm diverts their boat to Malaysia, where they meet Ling, a prostitute who helps them escape. Tam dies during the harsh voyage. In New York, Binh works while Ling moves on. Learning he qualifies for citizenship, Binh travels to Texas to find his blind father. Though he hides his identity, his father senses the truth, and they begin to bond quietly at the film’s end.
Trailer: The Beautiful Country Trailer
Bonus Film
After The Beautiful Country we will be screening a nine minute short created by Lynn’s very own New American Association of Massachusetts (NAAM) called “New Roots for New Americans: NAAM Client Stories“. NAAM staff will be onsite to talk about their work with Immigrants and the current state of affairs in Lynn.
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May 29th: 51 Birch Street
June 12th: Defining Us
July 17th: Medium Cool
August 21st: The Beautiful Country
September 18th: Fighter
November 13th: My Omaha
December 11th: We Still Here
Special thanks to Massdevelopment, Creative Cities, & Lynnspire Grants.

The above information was submitted to us by Inc.ubate Coworking Lynn.

LYSOA's 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament
2025-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Tyme Italian Cuisine, 612 Boston Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From LYSOA Inc: This is LYSOA’s 1st Annual Cornhole tournament to help support the operational needs of LYSOA and keep our youth center sustainable.

LYSOA mission is to help the highest risk youth to find a positive purpose in life.

Please scan the QR code to register

Brown Bag Mobile Market - Third Fridays
2025-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Phoenix Food Hub, 8 Silsbee Street, Lynn, 01901, United States

2025 Agora Market
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Lynn Common, North & South Common Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From LifeScene: This will be a vendor market in our Lynn Common focused on youth entrepreneurs with a DJ, photo booth, face painting, food vendors, and more! Featuring up to 20 local young artists and self-made business owners, this is a free community event open to all and ADA accessible. Hope to see you September 20th!
For more information please email lifescene.events@gmail.com

La Cultura Fest 2025
2025-09-20 13:00 - 18:00 | Lynn Harbor Park, 14 Hanson St, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From the Millennium Latino Project: September marks our one-year anniversary, and since it falls right in the heart of Hispanic Heritage Month, we thought… why not celebrate with the community?
This year, we’re embracing our culture and bringing everyone together at Lynn’s brand new Lynn Harbor Park, specifically at the Activity Terrace! Offering a day full of live performances, local vendors, family fun, and powerful cultural expression.
To be announced: Run of Show, Entertainment, Sponsors and Vendors.
We need YOUR support to bring this to life! We’re looking for:
Sponsors – to help us make a big impact
Vendors – to showcase amazing products & food
Volunteers – to help make the day unforgettable

Click here to fill out the interest form.
Interested in Sponsoring or have more questions? Please email cf@millenniumlatinoproject.com

Ribbon Cutting: Lynn Harbor Park
2025-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Lynn Harbor Park, 14 Hanson St, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From the City of Lynn: The City of Lynn and Charter invite members of the press to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony in recognition of the phase one grand opening of the Lynn Harbor Park.
This event will commemorate the transformation of the 30-acre waterfront destination that reconnects the community to the shoreline for the first time in generations. This celebration honors the partnerships, vision, and hard work that brought this once-closed, environmentally impaired site back to life, now open to the public as a vibrant space for recreation, reflection, and future development.
SPEAKERS:

Bob Delhome, Founder and CEO of Charter
Kim Driscoll, Lieutenant Governor
Jared C. Nicholson, City of Lynn Mayor
Bonnie Heiple, MassDEP Commissioner
Brendan Crighton, State Senator
Sean Reid, State Representative
John “Jay” Walsh, Lynn Council President
Fred Hogan, Lynn Ward 6 Councilor

Please RSVP here

National Grid Customer Advocate hours
2025-09-23 10:00 - 14:00 | LHAND – Curwin Cirle, 39 Curwin Terrace, Lynn, 01905, United States
Connect to Caring: Meet with a Customer Advocate at Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development
National Grid Customer Advocates will be available to meet one-on-one on the 4th Tuesday of the month to discuss options to manage your energy bill and help you find assistance, including:

Discount rate
Payment Plans
Budget Billing
Arrears Management Program (AMP)

No appointment is needed, but please bring the following when you visit:
If you receive SNAP, MassHealth, SSI or WIC, please bring your benefit card and/or program acceptance letter to enroll in our Discount Rate Program.
With higher energy prices this winter, National Grid is there to help:
For more information, please visitngrid.com/heretohelp

The above information was submitted to us by National Grid.

1st Annual Nonprofit Networking Mixer
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:30 | Old Tyme Italian Cuisine, 612 Boston Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From The Athena Project: Join us for the first annual Nonprofit Networking Mixer! This will be a space for nonprofit board members, executive directors, and other community leaders to gather, network, and learn about each other’s missions and current projects. Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event and NOT a fundraiser!
Click here to register
For questions & more info please email zosia@theathenaprojectlynn.com

Beyond Walls Mural Tours - Fall 2025
2025-09-27 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-09-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
From Beyond Walls:Lynn is home to over 65+ murals created in collaboration with Beyond Walls and local, regional, national, and international artists, including Golden305, Smug One, Bordalo II, BKFoxx, Helen Bur, and many more!
Join Beyond Walls for the ‘Early Bird’ tour at 7:30 AM, or catch the 10:00 AM tour before your Saturday brunch on September 27, October 4, & October 18.
You’ll explore the symbolism, culture, identity, and artistic techniques featured in the murals. Each tour lasts about one hour and covers approximately 20 murals (including 7 brand new murals).
Let Beyond Walls show you around Lynn and, afterwards, spend some time in the area visiting their local favorite breakfast or lunch spots, and discovering some of your own! Check out our video series Tour Lynn.
Please RSVP by clicking here
Learn more about Beyond Walls, their offerings, and upcoming events: https://beyondwalls.org/
