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Open House | Lynnway Multimodal Corridor Project
2026-05-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Cumbia Night: 2nd Annual Diaper Drive
2026-05-07 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
From Millennium Latino Project: Join us for Cumbia Night, our 2nd Annual Diaper Drive supporting local families in Lynn and across the North Shore. Come enjoy a fun cumbia dance lesson led by Stewart Herrera, followed by an open dance floor led by Dj Naeda, and a night rooted in culture, and community. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or already love cumbia, this is about coming together, celebrating, and giving back.
In collaboration with Lynn Music Foundation
Your entry = a box of diapers
If you’d prefer to pay in advance, we’re also accepting ticket purchases via Zeffy, by clicking here..
Please click here for sponsorship opportunities
All ticket purchases and diaper donations go directly to Mamas Unida, Lynn Community Health Center and Eliot Family Resource Center.

Super Nova Wrestling presents: Momma Said Knock You OUT!
2026-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the Lynn Music Foundation: SNW Vortex returns to Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre on May 8th for another night of high-impact action!
SNW Vortex returns to Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre on May 8th for another night of high-impact action!
SNW Vortex Tapings: “Momma Said Knock You Out”
Introducing the Queen of the Wildcard Tournament 👑
Watch the Wildcard Superstars of Vortex & Shock battling for bragging rights and supremacy!
Doors: 5:30 PM
Bell Time: 6:30 PM
Tickets:
Adults: $25
Kids: $5
Kids under 5: Free
Click here to purchase tickets
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Lynn Music Foundation.

Tennis In The Parks – Spring 2026
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Bowzer Complex (Breed Middle School), O'Callaghan Way, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From Lynn Parks & Recreation Department:
Adult Learn & Play Program
Led by a USTA-approved coach, participants will have fun and get great exercise while developing the skills to serve, rally, and play tennis. The program is perfect for first-time and beginner players, as well as returning novice players, ages 18+.
Led by Coach Mike Serwicki, a former competitive junior who represented his club at Division 1 and County level. Mike coaches’ youth and adult beginner/intermediate programs with local Parks and Recreation Departments.
May 2 – June 6 on Saturdays from 9AM – 10AM
Bowser Complex – 90 O’Callaghn Way in Lynn
Cost: $75

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Youth Program
Led by a USTA-approved coach, this program focuses on developing skills to serve, rally and play. We focus on FUN and learning the basics using age-appropriate racquet and tennis balls to help players learn and play more quickly.
All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate racquet and ball!
Grades 1-2
May 2 – June 6 on Saturdays from 10AM – 11AM
Bowser Complex – 90 O’Callaghn Way in Lynn
Cost: $65
Grades 3-5
May 2 – June 6 on Saturdays from 11AM – 12PM
Bowser Complex – 90 O’Callaghn Way in Lynn
Cost: $65
Grades 6-8
May 2 – June 6 on Saturdays from 12PM – 1PM
Bowser Complex – 90 O’Callaghn Way in Lynn
Cost: $65

Queer Heroes of the North Shore - Free Public Talk
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Lynn Museum and Arts Center, 590 Washington Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From Jim Moser: Award-winning North Shore historian Jim Moser will give a free public presentation about the past 400 years of LGBTQ+ history in Essex County.
“Who knew there was so much queer history on the North Shore?”, says Moser. Jim will be available to sign physical copies of his new book, “Queer Heroes of the North Shore”, so you can take this vital history home with you.
Learn more by clicking here
Have questions? Send Jim an email.

Farmers' Market - Winter 2025/26
2026-05-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Greater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS), 8 Silsbee Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From The Food Project: Stock up on fresh, local veggies and other delicious delights – SNAP/HIP accessible!

This market is held at 8 Silsbee Street from 11am-3pm on December 13, January 24, 2nd and 4th Saturdays February – June

Please click here for more information
This market is supported and made possible by the City of Boston’s Mayor’s Office of Food Access and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources.

Figure Drawing at GALA
2026-05-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-18 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.

If the flier above is out-of-date please contact GALA

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

Mental Health Awareness Community Fundraising Event
2026-05-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Mission on The Bay, 141 Humphrey St., Swampscott, 01907, United States
From the Lynn Department of Mental Health Citizen Advisory Board: Join us for a Mental Health Awareness Community Fundraising Event on Tuesday, May 12th from 5-8pm. 100% of proceeds from raffles and 20% of all sales between 5pm-8pm benefit the Lynn Department of Mental Health Citizen Advisory Board Consumer Emergency Fund!
Reservations strongly encouraged!

Museum Enrichment Series for All (M.E.S.A.)
2026-05-13 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.

Speak Up Spoken Word Open Mic
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Walnut Street Cafe, 127 Walnut Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From Tony Toledo: Speak Up Spoken Word Open Mic meets every Wednesday at 7 pm at the Walnut Street Cafe. Speak Up welcomes poets, storytellers, community activists, comedians and curmudgeons. This is a free event but a hat is passed for the Featured Speaker.
Signup starts: 7:00pm
Open mic: 7:30-830pm
Feature: 8:30-9:00pm
If you have any questions please reach out to host Call Dave Somerset by emailing CallDave123@gmail.com or calling 978-921-4628.
To find out the week’s featured speaker and more please visit their Facebook group.

Thursday Poets Reading Series - Spring & Fall 2026
2026-05-14 19:00 - 20:30 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From January O’Neil: The Thursday Poets Reading Series, celebrating the talent and diversity of Lynn, returns!
Join us for a powerful lineup of poets and an open mic where you can share your own work.
Spring & Fall 2026 Lineup:
April 9:
K.T. Landon • Clay Ventre • Colleen Michaels
May 14:
Amy M. Alvarez • Rebecca Hart Olander • Kali Lightfoot
October 8:
Elizabeth Bradfield • Richard Hoffman • Kathi Aguero
November 12:
Quintin Collins • Joseph O. Legaspi • January O’Neil
Time: 7–8:30 PM (Open mic sign-up at 6:45 PM)
Free and open to all. This event is accessible
Questions? Email thursdaypoets11@gmail.com

2nd Annual Springfest at the Bridge
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Floating Bridge Pond, Western Ave, near Salem line, Lynn, United States
From the Floating Bridge Pond Association: The Floating Bridge Pond Association is bringing back the 2nd annual Springfest at the Bridge. Meet point is at the corner of Linton Rd and Western Ave.
Join us on May 16th at 10AM for a morning full of family fun, free food, music, educational presentations and much more.

2026 Black Excellence 5K
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Grace United Methodist Church, 374 Broadway, Lynn, MA, 01904, United States
From the North Shore Juneteenth Association: The Black Excellence 5K is more than a race. It is a visible, collective statement that representation matters — in our neighborhoods, our organizations, our institutions, and our public spaces. Each year, this event brings together community leaders, families, businesses, and organizations to celebrate health, unity, and Black excellence across our community.
100% of your registration will be used to fulfill the mission of the North Shore Juneteenth Association.
May 16, 2026
Grace United Methodist Church – 374 Broadway St.
Day of registration begins at 9 am, Race starts at 10 am
REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE

I would love for you to participate in one (or more!) of the following ways:
Sponsor the Black Excellence 5K
View Sponsorship Letter
Support a community-centered event that directly funds year-round cultural celebrations and educational programming through the North Shore Juneteenth Association Inc. (www.nsjuneteenth.com)
Gather a Team
Activate your organization, business, faith community, or network to register a team and show up together. Team participation sends a powerful message of solidarity, leadership, and pride.
Register as an Individual
Walk or run alongside neighbors, colleagues, and community members who believe in uplifting Black stories and investing in recognizing our country’s full history. There is also an option for virtual participation.

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Please help The Athena Project fill the pantry for the first installment of their city-wide outdoor food pantries at Grace Methodist Church! Bring a nonperishable food item to donate during the race.

Register or start a team
Click here to register
Please note: registration prices increase on March 1st, so now is the perfect time to commit, register a team, or confirm sponsorship.
Volunteer
Click here to learn more
The Black Excellence 5K is the largest annual fundraiser for the North Shore Juneteenth Association. This effort directly supports programs such as Juneteenth Flag Raising ceremonies, educational initiatives, and community-building efforts throughout the year. Your participation helps ensure these programs remain accessible and impactful.
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I truly believe that when community leaders show up, others follow. Your presence — and the presence of your organization — matters.
If you’d like to discuss sponsorship options, team registration, or ways to get your organization involved, I’d be happy to connect.
Thank you for all that you do for our community. I hope to see you — and your team — at the starting line.

Fill The Pantry at Grace Methodist Church
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Grace United Methodist Church, 374 Broadway, Lynn, MA, 01904, United States
From The Athena Project: Introducing: Project Hestia💫
The mission is to install outdoor food pantries with non-perishable goods throughout Lynn to create more access to food resources for our community. Please help us fill the pantry for our first installment at Grace Methodist Church!
👉🏽Bring a nonperishable food item to the North Shore Juneteenth Association Inc. Local Black Excellence 5K on Saturday, May 16th!
⛪Starting at Grace Methodist Church at 374 Broadway, Lynn, registration opens at 9am and the race starts at 10am. We’ll be collecting donations (and handing out waters) throughout the race!
Click here for more details on the 5K
Examples of accepted items:

Canned vegetables, beans & soup
Rice, pasta & cereal
Shelf-stable milk & baby formula
Peanut butter & canned protein
Cooking oil & spices

Can’t make it but want to help?
Donate by clicking here

2026 Lynn Plant Sale
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Ingalls School – Farm, 1 Collins St Terrace, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From The Food Project: Get your vegetable and flower seedlings and dig into The Food Project’s Ingalls Farm! There will be youth-led family friendly farm activities and tours of the farm.
If you would like to participate on the farm, we recommend bringing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Seedlings are SNAP/HIP accessible.
If you have questions please email info@thefoodproject.org.

A Concert for NAAM — David Collins & Special Guests
2026-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | UUCGL, 101 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA, 01907, United States
From UUCGL: Join us for a night of music that truly changes lives.
On May 16 at 7pm, classical pianist David Collins will perform a benefit concert supporting the New American Association of Massachusetts (NAAM) — an organization providing critical services, stability, and hope to immigrant and refugee families rebuilding their lives on the North Shore.

Suggested donation: $20
Your presence helps NAAM continue this life‑changing work. All are welcome to this meaningful evening.

For more information, visit www.uucgl.org/davidcollins

Poetic Lynnguistics: North Shore Youth Spoken Word
2026-05-17 15:00 - 19:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
More information will be released soon…stay tuned!
This is a youth Event + Admission is FREE. An 18+ Open Mic will begin on the 1st and 3rd Sundays at 7pm. More information on the event series page.
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If you have any questions please contact Michelle LaPoetica at 662-799-1916 or DENCITYvibes@gmail.com.

The above information was submitted to us by DENCITY.

The Vault Open Jam Sessions (2026)
2026-05-17 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
From the Lynn Music Foundation: Join us for free weekly community jam sessions where local musicians connect, create, and vibe together at The Vault!

🕖 Drop in anytime from 5PM – 8PM
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 Sunday from 5pm-8pm 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. 🎧🎸🥁

DENCITY International Soulcase + Open Mic
2026-05-17 19:00 - 22:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
DENCITY International Soulcase + Open Mic is where the soul speaks and truths echo. A sanctuary for expression, a community of creatives, and a celebration of raw, unfiltered storytelling through spoken word, music, and performance.
This is a brave, healing, and SOBER space — a judgment-free zone where you are welcome as you are.
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If you have any questions please contact Michelle LaPoetica at 662-799-1916 or DENCITYvibes@gmail.com.

The above information was submitted to us by DENCITY.

2026 AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration
2026-05-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Lynn City Hall & Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From The City of Lynn: Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with the City of Lynn!The event includes a mini market showcasing unique local vendors, free food and treats, and live performances from cultural dance groups.
Special Guests:
Kakrona Center Dance Group – Khmer Traditional DanceCambo-Culture Crew – Khmer Traditional DanceCinda Crafts – DIY Earrings WorkshopA Painting in the Park – Live Portrait PaintingMore details on the mini market will be shared soon to the FB event page.

2026 Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month Celebration
2026-05-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Lynn City Hall & Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the City of Lynn: Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with the City of Lynn!
The event includes a mini market showcasing unique local vendors, free food and treats, and live performances from cultural dance groups. Performances will begin at 6pm in the Lynn Auditorium.
Special Guests:

Kakrona Center Dance Group – Khmer Traditional Dance
Cambo-Culture Crew – Khmer Traditional Dance
Cinda Crafts – DIY Earrings Workshop
A Painting in the Park – Live Portrait Painting

Event page

Candidate Forum | MA 6th Congressional District
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Knights of Columbus, 177 Lynnfield Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From NSLC and MVLC: Join us to hear our candidates for congress speak on the issues that matter most to working-class people.
This forum is sponsored by the North Shore Labor Council AFL-CIO, Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council AFL-CIO, and the New Lynn Coalition.
Please note: LCTV will record this forum for later broadcast.

Coffee With A Cop
2026-05-20 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.

Agar Art Workshop for Adults
2026-05-20 18:00 - 20:00 | The Brickyard Collabrative, 760 Western Ave., Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From LynnLab: Come explore where art meets science in this fun workshop with LynnLab at the Brickyard! Create designs from microbes in a dish… living art! In this fun, hands-on two-hour workshop from LynnLab at the Brickyard Collaborative, you’ll learn how to use microbes to paint.

This event is free to Lynn residents, please email brickyardboardofdirectors@gmail.com for the discount code with street address included in the subject line!!

Petri Dish Picasso: Create Living Art with Microbes
What happens when science meets creativity? You get agar art—a unique way to “paint” with living microbes!
In this fun, hands-on two-hour workshop from LynnLab at the Brickyard Collaborative, you’ll learn how scientists use sterile technique and special tools to create designs on nutrient agar plates using harmless microorganisms. Instead of paint, you’ll use microbes to draw patterns, shapes, or even tiny masterpieces that will grow into colorful living art over the next few days.
We’ll start with a short introduction to microbiology and lab techniques, then you’ll head to the lab bench to create your own design. No science background is needed, just curiosity and a sense of fun.
During the workshop you will:

Learn a few real microbiology lab techniques
“Paint” with microbes on agar plates
Create your own living work of art
Discover the surprising beauty of the microbial world

Your plate will stay at the lab to incubate, and within a few days your microbial masterpiece will appear.
All materials and safety equipment are provided. Come try something different, get a little creative, and see science in a whole new way.
For more info please email info@lynnlab.org

Please click here to register.

2026 Grow the Good Gala
2026-05-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Danversport, 161 Elliott Street, Danvers, 01923, United States
From The Haven Project: This evening will be an opportunity to highlight the success of our program participants and share exciting updates about our pioneering housing initiatives. Come celebrate our 15 year anniversary, feast on hors d’oeuvres and dinner, enjoy a cash bar and music, and try your luck on the raffle and silent auction!

Individual ticket – $150
Full Table (10 tickets) – $1,250

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available by clicking here.

Stand Up Stick Up - Comedy @ The Vault
2026-05-21 19:30 - 23:30 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the Lynn Music Foundation: Monthly comedy show in Downtown Lynn’s Vault Theatre, featuring Boston’s best comics and the funniest national headliners!
Stand Up Stick Up – Comedy @ The Vault Theatre is a monthly standup comedy show in a former historic bank, now The Neal Rantoul Vault Blackbox Theatre, inside the storied LynnArts building. Every third Thursday, we bring a lineup of New England’s freshest local talent and the best national headliners to Lynn for a night of hilarious standup comedy in an intimate, unique setting.
Finally, something fun to do in Lynn! Check out our website to see more upcoming shows, join our mailing list for exclusive promotions, and learn more about the show!
Don’t miss out on this rare chance to enjoy a night of laughter, fun, and live performance in f*cking Lynn! Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8!

Please click here for more info & tickets
Proceeds benefit the Lynn Music Foundation.
Presented by the Lynn Music Foundation and Steven Foley Media Productions.

JUNE LINEUP:

Headliner – Peter Liu
Matt Fanikos
Mark Anthony Lewis
Nancy Sen
Musical Guest – Neidgine Destin

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If the previous month’s flier is above that means we haven’t been sent updated information. If you have any questions about this event please contact the LMF via email by clicking here.
