Thursday Poets Reading Series - Spring & Fall 2026
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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

Super Nova Wrestling presents: On the Razor’s Edge
2026-04-10 17:30 - 22:30 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From Lynn Music Foundation: Super Nova Wrestling presents: On the Razor’s Edge comes to The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater on Friday, April 10th, 2026 at 5:30PM, delivering an electrifying night of independent wrestling at its most intense.
Razor’s Edge showcases SNW’s gritty, hard-hitting side—where rivalries deepen, factions collide, and rising stars fight to prove themselves in a high-stakes environment.
Set inside the intimate black box atmosphere of The Vault, every moment hits harder—every slam, every chant, every near fall. Fans can expect a night of compelling storytelling, high-impact action, and championship implications as competitors battle for momentum, respect, and a path toward SNW’s top titles, including the World Openweight, Apex, and IronCrown Championships.
A percentage of proceeds from this event benefits the Lynn Music Foundation. Click here to purchase tickets.

Soundscape Visions - April 2026
2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From Soundscape Visions: ​Soundscape Visions returns to Galleries at Lynn Arts with an immersive live performance featuring large-scale projections of video art and original live electro-acoustic soundscape music. This program will debut three new audio-visual compositions alongside the audience favorites. Compositions on this program feature photography and video art by François de Costerd and artwork by Aza Nizi Maza. Original music performed live by Alexander Vavilov (electro-acoustic viola), Ara Sarkissian (piano), Ken Field (saxophone), and Rafael Popper-Keizer (cello). ​​

Door will open at 7:30pm

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Farmers' Market - Winter 2025/26
2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-25 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.

2026 Public Health Week
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
From the Lynn Public Health Department: Lynn Public Health Week 2026 is April 13 – 17! Please see the flyers below (English/Spanish) with the schedule. We encourage you to share with your networks.

2026 LHSF Scholarship Reception
2026-04-13 17:30 - 21:30 | Knights of Columbus, 177 Lynnfield Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From the Lynn Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating achievement, community, and the power of education.
At this year’s Scholarship Reception, we will honor our Latino/Hispanic scholars and the families who support them every step of the way. Guests will hear inspiring stories from LHSF alumni, enjoy a special Latino cultural performance, and come together as a community united in uplifting student success.
This special night is an opportunity to stand alongside our scholars, celebrate their hard work, and show our collective commitment to their dreams and future achievements.
Together, we rise—juntos—by investing in education and the next generation of leaders.
We invite the community to join us in supporting and celebrating our scholars during this meaningful evening. Mark your calendars, share the excitement, and prepare to be inspired.
Purchase ticket(s) here
Sponsorship Opportunities
Program Book Opportunities

Figure Drawing at GALA
2026-04-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-27 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).

Coffee With A Cop
2026-04-15 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.

Speak Up Spoken Word Open Mic
2026-04-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-29 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.

Laugh In Lynn | April 2026
2026-04-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Palette Function Room, 16a City Hall Square, Lynn, 01901, United States
From Centerboard: A new comedy special is bringing big laughs to Lynn for the first time. Palette, the function room owned and operated by Centerboard, is launching “Laugh in Lynn,” a new live comedy event designed to expand access to stand-up comedy in the city. The inaugural show will take place April 16, 2026, in partnership with The Cabot, Off Cabot, and Laugh Boston, bringing nationally touring comedians directly to Lynn audiences.
The kickoff event will feature New York City–based multilingual comedian Santi Espinosa, known for his honest, personal storytelling and energetic stage presence. Espinosa hosts the popular ItMatters Comedy showcase at the New York Comedy Club and has performed everywhere from comedy clubs across North America to sold-out shows in London, England and Bogotá, Colombia. He recently recorded his debut comedy album.
The event will be presented as a bilingual English and Spanish comedy show, reflecting Lynn’s diverse community and making the experience accessible to a broader audience.
Palette, located in downtown Lynn and owned and operated by the nonprofit Centerboard, serves as a community gathering space that hosts cultural programming, events, and performances. Through initiatives like Laugh in Lynn, the venue aims to create more opportunities for residents to experience arts and entertainment locally.
The Laugh in Lynn special aims to build a comedy presence in the city by collaborating with regional arts organizations and comedy venues to showcase both established and emerging comedians.
The kickoff event will take place Thursday, April 16, 2026, with doors opening at 7:00 PM and the show beginning at 8:00 PM.
Please click here for tickets

Blazing the Trail: Hats, Heels, Bow Ties & Blazers Tea 2026
2026-04-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Spinelli’s Function Facility, 10 Newbury St., Peabody, MA, 01960, United States
From North Shore Juneteenth Association: Gather with us to connect, be inspired, and recommit to blazing trails that create opportunity, access, and impact.
Put on your favorite hat, slip into your heels, rock a sharp blazer, or add a bold bow tie — however you express your style, you’re invited.
Blazing the Trail is more than this year’s theme — it’s a reflection of the leaders, visionaries, and community members who blaze the trail making it bright enough for others to follow.
Join us for a thoughtfully curated tea experience featuring:

Live artistic and cultural expression
Meaningful conversation and reflection
A welcoming, stylish atmosphere
Community leaders and change-makers from across the region

Gather with us to connect, be inspired, and recommit to blazing trails that create opportunity, access, and impact.
Tickets cost $80 each or a table seating 8 for $700. Please click here to register.
For more information please email nsjuneteenth@gmail.com or call 781-315-2077.

Poetic Lynnguistics: North Shore Youth Spoken Word
2026-04-19 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-03 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.

DENCITY International Soulcase + Open Mic
2026-04-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-03 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.

Play It Forward: A Dueling Piano Fundraiser for Centerboard
2026-04-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Palette Function Room, 16a City Hall Square, Lynn, 01901, United States
From Centerboard: Dueling Pianos is Back in Palette!
Join us for Play It Forward, a fun night of dueling pianos raising funds for Centerboard’s programs!
Get ready for a FULL night of music, laughter, and community impact! Join us for Play It Forward, an interactive dueling piano fundraiser where all proceeds support Centerboard’s work with families and individuals in our community.
Bring your tips, song requests, and energy as talented pianists take your favorite songs and turn them into an unforgettable live experience. Whether you love pop hits, classic rock, R&B, or throwback favorites—this is your chance to help shape the playlist while supporting a great cause.
🌟Featuring pianists Greg Asadoorian and Davina Yannetty🌟
Every note played helps move our mission forward-Let’s Play It Forward together!!
Click here to purchase tickets
For sponsorship opportunities and information contact Development Director Machel Piper via email at mpiper@centerboard.org.

Stand Up Stick Up @ The Vault
2026-04-23 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 Steven Foley Media Productions: 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 fourth 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 the website below 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.

APRIL LINEUP:

THREE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Musical guest – Nandini
Host – Jamie Aird
Headliner – Alex Cureau
Guest Comics – Nic Sugiarto / Maddie Kelley / Dutchess / Mark McGwin

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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.

Pop Up Shop & Book Launch of "Fathom Fatherhood"
2026-04-24 17:00 - 21:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the North Shore Juneteenth Association: Shop local. Support culture. Build community.
Shop SYN, North Shore Juneteenth Association Inc., and Lynn Music Foundation are coming together to bring you a powerful community shopping experience you don’t want to miss! This is your chance to discover unique local vendors, connect with creatives, and keep your dollars circulating right here at home.
Be part of something special as “Fathom Fatherhood” by James McClain officially launches at the event—celebrating storytelling, growth, and fatherhood.
Expect good vibes, great music, and a purpose-driven atmosphere. Come out, show love, and support the movement 💯💪🏾
Click here to RSVP. Admission is free, donations are welcome.
For questions please email nsjuneteenth@gmail.com or call 781-315-2077.

2026 Khmer New Year Community Fair
2026-04-25 07:30 - 18:00 | Lynn Common, North & South Common Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
From Kakrona Center Inc.: The Khmer New Year Community Fair is our signature event, a day when the historic Lynn Commons is transformed into a sea of color, music, and cultural pride. This festival is a labor of love for Kakrona Center Inc., designed to welcome the new year with open hearts and a shared spirit of “Khmer Help Khmer.” It serves as a vital bridge between generations and a platform for our community to showcase the richness of Cambodian cuisine, traditional arts, and modern performances to the greater Lynn area.
This year, we are excited to elevate the experience with new performances, expanded cultural activities, and an even wider variety of local vendors. Thousands of neighbors and visitors gather annually to enjoy the live band, witness the beauty of traditional dance, and taste the authentic flavors of our food vendors. Beyond the festivities, this fair is a statement of our presence and our contribution to the cultural fabric of Massachusetts. We welcome everyone—families, students, and neighbors—to join us for a day of unity and celebration. Whether you are there to enjoy the music or to support our local entrepreneurs, your presence helps us keep our heritage thriving for years to come.
Pre-festival parade:
Starts from City Hall Square at 7:30am
Festival:
On Lynn Common from 10am-6pm
Click here for event updates

April 20th update from Kakrona: We are officially just ONE WEEK away from our Khmer New Year Festival and the excitement is building! We truly can’t wait to reconnect, celebrate, and see all of you again.

We’re sharing the full program timeline, along with vendor and sponsor maps, plus the official list of participating vendors and sponsors so you can plan ahead and make the most of the day.

To all of our incredible sponsors and vendors,thank you! Your support and commitment are what make this festival possible year after year, and we are deeply grateful to have you as part of this celebration.

Quick parking reminder: as in previous years, please do not park at any local businesses, as we do not have permission to use those spaces. We recommend finding parking around the Lynn Commons area.

Let’s get ready for an amazing celebration we’ll see you very soon!

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2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Frederick Douglas Park, Corner of Union and Exchange streets, Lynn, MA, United States
From the Latino Support Network: Join the Latino Support Network and Emerald Cities Collaborative for our 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration at the Frederick Douglass Park on April 25th from 12-3pm. Join us for:

Cooking Demo
Zumba
Resources
Planting
Giveaways
much more!

For more information text us at 781-214-1545 or email paez@latinosupportnetwork.org.

“Glitter Road”: A Reading and Conversation with January Gill O’Neil
2026-04-30 14:30 - 16:00 | North Shore Community College, 300 Broad Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
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From Massachusetts Center for the Book: Join the North Shore Community College Lynn Campus Library for an afternoon with January Gill O’Neil, author of Glitter Road, a Massachusetts Book Awards Honors title in poetry. O’Neil will read from her celebrated collection, speak about her writing process, and share insights into her approach to crafting poems before opening the floor for an audience Q&A. She will also lead a brief writing prompt for anyone who would like to participate.
Glitter Road opens in the wake of loss, deep pain, and anger, yet the poems insist on finding flashes of celebration and joy—even if that joy is simply, in the spirit of Lucille Clifton, “what i have shaped into / a kind of life,” the triumph of survival and self-recognition. With formal dexterity and richly charged syntax, O’Neil’s poems resist the silences of fear, grief, desire, and anxiety, speaking aloud what is so often left unspoken in both private and public life. Her interrogations of race thread through the collection, shaping a speaker whose history—personal and collective—unfolds with carefully rendered detail.
This program is sponsored by the Mass Book Awards Speakers Bureau and is presented in collaboration with the Massachusetts Center for the Book.
JANUARY GILL O’NEIL is a poet and author of Glitter Road, Rewilding, Misery Islands, and Underlife. Her work has been featured in The New York Times Magazine, American Poetry Review, and Poetry, among other publications. She has received fellowships from Cave Canem, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Barbara Deming Memorial Fund, among others. O’Neil is an associate professor at Salem State University and lives in Massachusetts.
More about the event by clicking here.
To learn more please email info@massbook.org

Greater Lynn Senior Services 50th Anniversary Party
2026-04-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Mission on The Bay, 141 Humphrey St., Swampscott, 01907, United States
From Greater Lynn Senior Services: GLSS is pleased to announce that it is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a festive party at Mission on the Bay on April 30. Established in 1976, GLSS delivers critical services through multiple programs to families and individuals of all ages. In fulfilling our fundamental mission of promoting community livability for all, GLSS programs are designed to address the social elements of health that undermine the health and well-being of the most vulnerable among us.

Each year, GLSS touches the lives of more than 10,000 individuals and families through critical health and social services supports, not only in our five-town catchment area of Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, and Swampscott, but throughout the North Shore and Merrimack Valley region.
Event tickets are $100 each and can be paid for by mailing a check along with the Sponsorship & Ticket form to Greater Lynn Senior Services or online below.
Sponsor or purchase tickets here

Lynn Public Library | All monthly events
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-30 | Lynn Public Library, 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From the Lynn Public Library: Below are the monthly activities, events, etc from the Lynn Public Library. This list will be updated monthly as we receive updates from the Library.
Visit lynnpubliclibrary.org/calendar for more details and to register for these programs.
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Tennis In The Parks – Spring 2026
2026-05-02 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

Afro-Cuban Music Workshop w/ Sandy Pérez
2026-05-02 13:00 - 16:00 | The Studios at Lynn Museum & Arts Center (LynnArts) & The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From Lynn Music Foundation: Come join us for a fun and interactive beginner’s workshop on Afro-Cuban music with the talented Sandy Pérez! This in-person event will be held at 25 Exchange St. IN THE VAULT THEATER.
NOTE: May 2nd’s Workshop will be held in the basement of 25 Exchange St. at Cultural Latina Dance Academy’s ONYX Room.
Mark your calendars and get ready to groove to the beats of Cuba. Sandy will guide you through the basics of Afro-Cuban rhythms, helping you develop your skills and appreciation for this vibrant musical tradition. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just starting out, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore the rich sounds of Afro-Cuban music.
Beginner Session from 1 – 2:30 PM
Lynn Resident – free
Non-Resident – $10
Intermediate Session from 2 – 4 PM
Lynn Resident – $10
Non-Resident – $20
