GLCC Government Affairs Meeting - Lynn City Council
2026-05-13 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual/In-Peson
From the Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce: Join us for our upcoming Government Affairs Committee (GAC) Meeting featuring Coco Alinsug, Lynn City Council President and Ward 3 Councilor,and Fred Hogan, Lynn City Council Vice President & Ward 6 Councilor.
They’ll share important updates and insights from the City Council, along with a presentation tailored to local businesses—followed by an opportunity for discussion and engagement.
All are welcome to attend! Seating is limited – please RSVP to reserve your spot.
Register for IN-PERSON | Register for ZOOM

Museum Enrichment Series for All (M.E.S.A.)
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-08 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-08-12 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-10-14 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-11-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Join Lynn Museum & Arts Center on the second Wednesday of each month at noon for M.E.S.A. (Museum Enrichment Series for All). This lecture series covers wellness, genealogy, and current events and features local experts, community members, Museum staff, and others.
M.E.S.A. is open to anyone and everyone. Currently it is only virtual, and requires registering in advance.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Lynn Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Please check the LMAC’s Facebook page or Instagram page for each month’s guest speaker(s).

The above information was submitted to us by the Lynn Museum & Arts Center.

Lynn Community Resource Forum meetings
2026-05-14 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-11 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-09 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-13 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-10 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-10-08 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-11-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
From Children’s Friend & Family Services, a Division of Justice Resource Institute (JRI): We are now the Lynn Community Resource Forum for Lynn human service providers & caregivers. Meetings are held the second Thursday of every month via Zoom and quarterly in person.
Vision Statement
Lynn Community Resource Forum exists to empower our community by fostering an inclusive forum where members can share resources, network and collaborate. We are dedicated to connecting individuals and families with essential resources, bringing awareness to local initiatives and working together to build a stronger, more supportive community for everyone.
Ground rules for the meeting:

Please mute yourself unless speaking and use zoom features when needed.
If you come late, please introduce yourself in the chat as you arrive.
If you use an acronym, please say what it stands for the first time you use it.

Zoom information:
Please click here for meeting link
Co-facilitated by Kyra Drescher, Dalene Basden & Stevie Boyon

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
About February’s presenter
United Healthcare is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone by simplifying the health care experience, meeting consumer health and wellness needs, and sustaining trusted relationships with care providers
Contact Infomation
Sandra Suarez | Senior Account Manager- Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare C&S East Region: Senior Care Options & One Care Plans
1325 Boylston St. 11th floor I Boston, MA 02215
P 781.215.1153 | F 855.283.1322
sandra.suarez@uhc.com | unitedhealthgroup.com
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For more information on meetings and Children’s Friend & Family Services please click here.

Open House | Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Lynn Public Schools – Welcome Center, 2 State Street, Lynn, 01902, United States
From the MBTA: The MBTA, City of Lynn, and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are working to make the Lynnway safer, more accessible, and more connected.
We invite you to attend one of our events this spring to learn about the Lynnway draft concept design and provide your feedback. You will learn about how the project will make the road safer, improve transit service, modernize traffic signals, and better serve the corridor’s future development. We will also share details about street trees and how we’re coordinating with other projects.
All four open houses will have the exact same information – please choose the one that is most convenient for you. Can’t make it in person? You can join the virtual public meeting or provide feedback online (coming soon).
Download a PDF of fliers in multiple languages by clicking here
Lynn Community Open House (in person)
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome Center, Lynn Public Schools
195 Market Street, Lynn, MA 01901
Swampscott Community Open House (in person)
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Swampscott Senior Center
200R Essex Street, Rear, Swampscott, MA 01907
Virtual Public Meeting
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Virtual Zoom Meeting: Register Here
Nahant Community Open House (in person)
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Nahant Town Hall
334 Nahant Road, Nahant, MA 01908
Marblehead Community Open House (in person)
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Marblehead Senior Center
10 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA 01945
About the Project
The Lynnway is a major roadway, part of Route 1A, and is owned and operated by DCR. The project area extends north from the General Edwards Bridge at the Revere city line to just north of Market Street and serves as a significant north-south connection to and within the city. For decades, the Lynnway’s design has prioritized the movement of motor vehicles, resulting in a difficult and intimidating area for pedestrians, cyclists, and bus riders to navigate, and serving as a barrier to the waterfront.
The Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project will include safety and reliability improvements for all modes of transportation – from those who drive, walk, and bike to those who take public transportation. As part of this project, there will also be improved access both across and along the Lynnway, making it safer for people to access places like the new Harbor Park.
The Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project builds upon several plans from the MBTA, City of Lynn, and Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). Safe, multimodal transportation improvements to the Lynnway are essential to supporting the City’s vision for the area to transform it as a gateway to the Lynn community.
Accommodations
This meeting is accessible to people with disabilities and those with limited proficiency in English. Spanish interpretation will be available at the Lynn Open House and Virtual Public Meeting. Accessibility accommodations and language services will be provided free of charge, upon request, as available. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation and/or language services, please email BetterBusProject@mbta.com
More Information
Learn more at MBTA.com/Lynnway. Send questions or comments to BetterBusProject@MBTA.com

Teen Drop-in Center - Spring 2025
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-29 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Lynn Tech – Field House, 80 Neptune Blvd, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From Lynn Parks & Recreation: 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

AMPLIFY: A Night of Art, Advocacy & Inclusion
2026-05-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Lynn Museum and Arts Center, 590 Washington Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From New England Equity Collective: NEEC invites you to AMPLIFY: An Evening for Equity—a dynamic fundraising event supporting affordable, accessible housing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
This powerful night will feature:
✨ Live music by Good Energy Band
🎤 A featured poetry slam with Vick Breedy and M’shairi The God
🎬 A screening of “Raising Bar” by High Spirit Community Farm
Guests will also enjoy an engaging and inclusive atmosphere with a silent auction, Fund-A-Need moment, and interactive photo booth—all in support of NEEC’s Inclusive Communities Initiative.
Accessibility is at the heart of this event, with ASL interpreters, wheelchair-accessible seating, and sensory-friendly features to ensure a welcoming experience for all.
Together, we can amplify voices, expand access, and build communities where everyone belongs.
🎟️ Get your tickets today and be part of the movement. 🎟
General admission is $25, and a Student/Senior/Disability Discounted ticket of $10. Purchase tickets and find more info by clicking here
👉 Can’t attend? You can still help.
💙 Please consider making a tax-deductible donation donation today to help us build inclusive, affordable housing across Massachusetts
AMPLIFY: Where Art Meets Advocacy for Housing Justice

LUCE Informational Meetings - Spring 2026
2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Zion Baptist Church, 4 Adams Street ext., Lynn, 01902, United States
From the LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of MA: Concerned about ICE in Lynn? You are invited to a LYNN LUCE Informational Meeting on the First Thursday of the month (March – June) from 6-7:30pm at Zion Baptist Church.
Learn ways we can help protect our neighborhoods. Topics will include:

Current ICE activity in Lynn
How to identify ICE
LUCE Hotline
Know Your Rights
Community Watch Program

Grace UMC Community Resource Dinner
2026-06-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Grace United Methodist Church, 374 Broadway, Lynn, MA, 01904, United States
From Grace United Methodist Church: Join us for an evening of connection, support, and community care at our free Community Resource Dinner on Saturday, June 6th. Local organizations serving families and children in Lynn will come together to share valuable resources, services, and support. Whether you are looking for assistance, information, or ways to get involved, this event is an opportunity to strengthen our community together.

Featured Community Organizations:

The Community Link – Daphnee Puryear
LYSOA, Lynn Youth Street Outreach Advocacy – Antonio Gutierrez
LEO Inc, Lynn Economic Opportunity – Lilian Romero

Event Schedule

Doors Open (3pm): Explore community resource tables and discover programs and services available for Lynn families.
Dinner (4pm): Enjoy a delicious free meal catered by a local restaurant while connecting with neighbors and community leaders. Hear presentations from local organizations working to support children and families.

Family-Friendly for Everyone: Free childcare will be provided so parents and caregivers can fully enjoy the evening.

Come share a meal, build connections, and discover resources that can make a difference for your family and our community. All are welcome!
Please click here to reserve your spot
If you have any questions please email graceumcoflynn@gmail.com or call 781-599-4050.

2026 Greater Lynn State of the Region Breakfast Forum
2026-06-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Lynn Public Schools – Welcome Center, 2 State Street, Lynn, 01902, United States
From the Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce: Stay informed and connected at the 2026 State of the Region Breakfast Forum! Join us for a morning of insight and conversation as local leaders share updates on economic development, key projects, and what’s ahead for the Greater Lynn region.
Please note: this event was moved from June 10th.
Hear directly from Mayor Jared Nicholson (City of Lynn), Jim Cowdell (Exec. Director of EDIC Lynn), Alison Nieto (Nahant Town Administrator), and Nicholas Connors (Swampscott Town Administrator) as they provide valuable perspectives on their communities and the region as a whole. Enjoy a buffet breakfast courtesy of Brett Henry Catering
$40 per person | Advanced RSVP required
Please click here to register

Author Reading & Documentary Screening: LGBTQ+ History of the North Shore
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:30 | EmVision Studios, 131 Essex Street, Lynn, 01902, United States
From United Lynn Pride: Author Jim Moser will read from his new book, Queer Heroes of the North Shore Four Centuries of Love, Rebellion and SurvivalFollowed by a captivating documentary celebrating a century of LGBTQ+ history in Lynn! This film explores the joys, successes, challenges, and hardships experienced by Lynn’s LGBTQ+ community in their ongoing fight for equality.Featuring stories from Lynn’s gay bars and extensive interviews with community members.Watch and take pride in over a century of remarkable progress for Lynn’s resilient LGBTQ+ community.
This event is funded in part by a grant from the Lynn Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Click here to register for free

2026 Pride Flag Raising
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:30 | City Hall Square, City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, United States
From United Lynn Pride: The raising of the Pride Flag at City Hall has been an annual tradition in Lynn, MA since the first event in 2010.

By continuing this tradition, the City of Lynn affirms its commitment to supporting it’s LGBTQ+ residents and honoring their right to express their gender and sexual orientation proudly.In addition to the Flag Raising, their will be speeches from local leaders and performances by talented members of the communityEach year we also attempt to honor any exceptional individuals who have significantly impacted Lynn’s LGBTQ+ Community. If you would like to nominate an individual to be honored, please do so using the form below.

Following the flag raising there will be a community pot luck at St. Stephen’s Church. More details for this by clicking here

Walking Tour of LGBTQ+ Downtown Lynn - June 2026
2026-06-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Lucille’s Wine Shop, 776 Washington St., Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From Jim Moser: Join us for a fabulous 1/2 mile walk exploring the vibrant LGBTQ+ history of Downtown Lynn!Get ready to discover hidden gems, hear fascinating stories, and celebrate the resilience and creativity of the LGBTQ+ community in Lynn.We will visit seven sites of which housed sixteen of the nineteen LGBTQ+ bars that have opened and closed in Lynn from 1937 to 2016
Click here to register for free

Energy, Justice, & Offshore Wind
2026-08-11 17:30 - 20:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the North Shore Labor Council: This event will explore why so many offshore wind project are being cancelled while energy bills continue to skyrocket. What’s the political context around the attack on renewable energy?
Explore how working-class people can take their power back and ensure accessibility and low costs for all.
Sponsored by the North Shore Labor Council and the Salem Alliance for the Environment.
Questions? Email northshorelaborcouncil@gmail.com or call 503-881-9259.
