Figure Drawing at GALA
2025-10-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-03 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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If the flier above is out-of-date please contact GALA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).

Taylor Swift Virtual Programs - Fall 2025
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
From the Lynn Public Library: Join the Tewksbury Public Library & Lynn Public Library for a series of virtual programs revolving around Taylor Swift.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email. All registrants will receive recordings via email within 48 hours of the program.
Thank you to the Tewksbury Public Library for inviting Lynn Public Library patrons to these virtual events.

The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift
Thursday, October 16 from 7—8PM

Harvard professor Stephanie Burt will deliver a fascinating presentation based on her brand new book, Taylor’s Version: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift. Burt, who is a poet and literary scholar, will offer an insightful and heartfelt critical appreciation of Taylor Swift, her body of work, and the community that her art has fostered. Drawing from her 2024 Harvard course, Taylor Swift and Her World, as well as from her years as a Swiftie, Burt will examine Swift’s particular form of genius – not the destructive genius of tortured poets, but the collaborative and joyful genius of an artist who has mastered her craft. Burt is the Donald P. and Katherine B. Loker Professor of English at Harvard University. Her work appears in the New York Times Book Review, the New Yorker, and the London Review of Books, among others. Her other books of poetry and literary criticism — fourteen in all — include We Are Mermaids, Advice from the Lights, and Don’t Read Poetry: A Book About How to Read Poems.
Register directly on Zoom HERE.
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Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras
Monday, October 20 from 7—8PM

Author Sarah Chapelle will deliver a fascinating presentation based on her recent bestselling book, Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras. For Taylor Swift, fashion and music go hand-in-hand — each playing a powerful role in shaping the narrative of this generation’s most prolific storyteller. From cowboy boots to teetering heels, fairytale dresses to bleach-tinged tresses, and the many memorable moments in between, learn the fashion story behind every single Taylor Swift album, tracing Swift’s musical evolution along with her ever-changing personal style. Chapelle, creator of the successful Instagram and blog Taylor Swift Style, has spent more than a decade documenting Swift’s fashion choices and the intention behind each ensemble.
Register directly on Zoom HERE.
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Taylor Swift By the Book: Literature Behind the Lyrics
Thursday, October 30 from 7—8PM

Authors Rachel Feder and Tiffany Tatreau will deliver a fascinating presentation based on their recent book, Taylor Swift by the Book: The Literature Behind the Lyrics, from Fairy Tales to Tortured Poets. Taylor Swift’s lyrics are filled with literary connections. Learn about the novels, poems, and plays that influence her songwriting. Let a literature professor and a musical theater artist guide you through the Taylor Swift canon—from Shakespeare to the Brontë sisters to Daphne du Maurier! Feder, the author of five books, is an associate professor of English and literary arts at the University of Denver. Tatreau is an actor, singer, and teaching artist who has starred in various musicals across the country and is best known for her portrayal of Ocean O’Connell Rosenberg in the musical and original cast album Ride the Cyclone.
Register directly on Zoom HERE.

King's Beach Town Hall 2
2025-10-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Lynn City Hall & Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the City of Lynn: The City of Lynn and the Town of Swampscott are hosting a second King’s Beach Town Hall on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 4:30pm-5:30pm at the Lynn Auditorium.
There will be special guests, including Lynn Water & Sewer Commission, Lynn State Delegation, Kleinfelder, Apex Companies, and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.
Agenda:

Updates on Source Elimination/IDDE
Overview and Presentation of this summer’s UV Pilot Program
Discussion of Next Steps
Q&A session at the end

Click here for video of the first Town Hall
Click here for the Facebook event page

2025 Register to Vote & Halloween Event
2025-10-22 17:30 - 21:00 | Trios Mexican Grill, 70 Market Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From Lynners Against Drug Abuse: On October 22nd 2025 LADA is having our Annual register to vote costume contest for all Lynn Residents! This is a free event! There will be food refreshments, raffles and prizes available for the winners of our contest . This year we will be having celebrity guest judges!

Farmers' Market - Summer 2025
2025-10-23 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-30 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-13 11:00 - 15:00 | Lynn Common, North & South Common Street, Lynn, MA, 01905, United States
Stock up on fresh, local veggies and other delicious delights – SNAP/HIP accessible!

This market is held at 8 Silsbee Street bi-monthly during the winter months, the rest of the year held at Lynn Common.

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.

The above information was submitted to us by The Food Project.

A Night of Dreams: Unidos for Education - Gala
2025-10-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Spinelli’s Function Facility, 10 Newbury St., Peabody, MA, 01960, United States
From the Lynn Hispanic Scholarship Fund: This past spring the Lynn Hispanic Scholarship Fund changed our traditional Scholarship Awards Gala to a Scholarship Reception. Our decision was intentional. We wanted to create an opportunity to honor our 2025 LHSF Scholars in a more intimate setting where the focus was on the students. The event was a celebration where students’ families, friends and close supporters came together in familia.

As a growing organization, the LHSF aims to offer more opportunities for the youth in our community. For this reason, we have decided to create a new fall gala where we plan to highlight our alumni, showcase our Latino/a/x culture and have some fun while raising the funds to expand our programs and scholarships.

The LHSF is excited to invite you to A Night of Dreams: Unidos for Education on Thursday, October 23 at 6:00pm at Spinelli’s in Peabody. Our hope is that you can join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating the power of education and the dreams it makes possible.
Please click here to purchase tickets, become a sponsor, & for more information

Stand Up Stick Up @ The Vault
2025-10-23 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.

NOVEMBER LINEUP:
Please note special date due to Thanksgiving: 3rd Thursday of the month, November 20th

Laugh for a good cause as we help raise fund for the Lynn Youth Rams Football & Cheer teams!
Musical guest – Four
Host – Jamie Aird
Headliner – Tori Piskin
Guest Comics -Kadeem / Jason Fishman / Connor Doherty / Lionel Harris

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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.

Community Costume Party
2025-10-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Palette Function Room, 16a City Hall Square, Lynn, 01901, United States
From Centerboard: Families are invited to the Lynn Family Resource Center, We Rise, and the TRUE Mentorship program for our annual Community Costume Party!
Join us during the spooky season for fun games, delicious treats, and a fun safe place for kids to show off their favorite costumes!! Families will have the chance to meet with our teams as well as other local community resources.

2025 Taste of Lynn Foodie Tour
2025-10-24 18:00 | Multiple locations, please see listing for more info.
From Millennium Latino Project: In collaboration with Lynn Walking Shoe Tours, we’ll stroll through downtown, learning a bit of Lynn’s rich history while enjoying bites from local restaurants. We’ll wrap up the night with networking and community vibes at El Gran Peñol at 7:30pm.

Costumes encouraged!

MLP SPECIAL PRICING: $25 per person — includes tour & bites at each stop!
Click here to purchase tickets
Stops:
Pho Mink KyEl Gran JaguarKarina’s DecorationsCarusos Pizza

Let's Talk Strategies - Part 3: Talk Money. Get Funded.
2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual
From Millennium Latino Project: Join us as we pick back up with Part 3: Talk Money. Get Funded in collaboration with Johanna Tejada, Business Banker Relationship Manager, from Eastern Bank and Dr. Tariana V. Little, owner of EmVision Studios.
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This workshop shares real-life advice on finding money to grow your business, from bank loans to crowdsourcing and other ways.

Whether you’re starting out or expanding, this session will give you the tools and confidence to take the next step.

Hybrid. Google Meet and EmVision Studios.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and level up your business strategy with practical tools you can apply right away.

Sponsored by Lynn Main Streets
Register by clicking here

2025 Family Halloween Spooktacular
2025-10-29 14:30 - 16:00 | Lynn Public Library, 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From the Lynn Public Library: HALLOWEEN FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Create your own mask in the Children’s Department!
Stop by the Reference Department to tour the Haunted Stacks!
(This program does require the ability to traverse stairs and narrow spaces)
Trick-Or-Treat through the library!
No registration required.

Sheffield Chamber Players presents “Grace and Enlightenment”
2025-11-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Washington Street Baptist Church, 256 Washington St., Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From the Sheffield Chamber Players: The Sheffield Chamber Players brings an intimate program of works for strings to the historic Washington Street Baptist Church on Saturday, November 1 at 2:00pm. The program—titled “Grace and Enlightenment”—juxtaposes Beethoven’s early quartet with Shostakovich’s last, introduced by a short work by Bonds.
Sasha Callahan and EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks – Violins
Alexander Vavilov – Viola
Leo Eguchi – Cello
Sheffield Chamber Players was founded in 2014 on the belief that chamber music is a powerful tool for connection and community. Inspired by 19th century music salons, they perform diverse repertoire in intimate settings—most often private homes— profoundly changing the way listeners gather, respond to the music, and connect through a shared artistic experience. The group is excited to open their 12th season with a new collaboration with the vibrant community space of the Washington Street Baptist Church in Lynn.
What Sheffield hosts and their guests are saying:

“A one-of-a-kind, intimate musical event like no other I’ve experienced.” ~ Joan, guest in Melrose
“We hold a concert, yes, but we also have a party, and there is nothing that bonds friends closer together than the power of music—and perhaps a few glasses of wine.” ~ Robert, host in Brookline
“We had an amazing night. I was trying to think of the right word to describe it – I’d have to go with magical.” ~ Tonya, host in Melrose
“It’s a very moving experience to be so close to such an amazing performance…and to share it with my friends in the community.” ~ Mark, host in Winchester
“You can feel the music as well as hear it.” ~ Geoff and Kathy, guests in Lexington

This performance inaugurates Sheffield Chamber Players’ season and marks the eleventh annual installment of the ensemble’s ambitious fifteen-year initiative to present the complete string quartets of Beethoven and Shostakovich in parallel. This year’s pairing was chosen in tribute to the fiftieth anniversary of Shostakovich’s death in 1975, offering a poignant reflection on his enduring legacy and the evolving dialogue between two of the most profound musical voices of the Western Canon.
The program opens with Joy, a luminous miniature by Margaret Bonds—one of the first African-American composers to gain national recognition—premiering an arrangement for string quartet by ensemble member Leo Eguchi. Bonds’ music, imbued with spiritual uplift and clarity, offers a fitting prelude to the introspective selections from Dmitri Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 15, composed during the final year of his life. Written almost entirely in slow movements, the quartet reflects a stark and meditative late style, marked by transparency and quiet revelation.
The concert concludes with Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 2 in G major, Op. 18 No. 2—often referred to as the “Komplimentier-Quartett” for its graceful melodic arcs and refined structure. While rooted in homage to Haydn and Mozart, the work reveals Beethoven’s emerging voice and his early experiments with thematic integration across movements.
Musicians will offer brief spoken introductions, sharing historical insights and engaging anecdotes about each work.
Free admission, but RSVP encouraged. Spots can be reserved at www.sheffieldchamberplayers.org/wsbc-registration

About the Sheffield Chamber Players
Described by The Boston Globe as “19th-century music salon, minus the aristocratic atmosphere,” Sheffield Chamber Players was founded in 2014 on the belief that chamber music is a powerful tool for connection and community. By performing diverse repertoire in intimate settings, Sheffield profoundly changes the way listeners gather, respond to the music, and connect through a shared artistic experience. Each season, they play dozens of concerts in a growing network of host homes, as well as historic homes, community spaces, and other intimate venues. The ensemble received the Harvard Musical Association’s 2023 George Henschel Community Award for its commitment to building meaningful community through music.
About the Washington Street Baptist Church
WSBC was erected in the 1870’s, in the style often referred to as Italian Gothic, a type of architecture that had its beginnings in the rapidly growing cities of the 13th century. Washington Street Baptist is truly a sacred space in the city of Lynn, MA. It is an architectural gem and an old urban church. It is a community space enjoyed by its membership as well as two other churches, but also used by hundreds of children, teens, and adults in the city of Lynn. WSBC hosts AA, a Food Pantry, and an outreach youth ministry that benefits so many.

2025 Lynn Floating Lantern Festival
2025-11-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Goldfish Pond, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From the Goldfish Pond Association: On the eve of Daylight Savings, Saturday November 1, come and build a Japanese Floating lantern with us at Goldfish Pond. Easy to do and kids will really enjoy this so bring the whole family! We will have all the supplies and teach you how to build the lantern. We will set them on the water all at once at Sunset. There will be hot chocolate for all. We will also have a sidewalk art contest for kids.

Poetic Lynnguistics: North Shore Youth Spoken Word
2025-11-02 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
2025-11-02 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.

Shining A Light: Youth Homelessness In Focus, A Community Forum & Youth Art Exhibit
2025-11-03 17:00 - 19:30 | Land of A Thousand Hills Coffee Co., 61 Munroe Street, Lynn, MA, United States
From The Haven Project: Hosted by The Haven Project, this community forum brings together youth with lived experience, service providers, and local leaders to shine a light on the crisis of youth homelessness in Lynn and beyond.
We’ll explore the systemic barriers young people face — and what we can all do to change them. Youth homelessness isn’t a distant issue; it’s a growing crisis right here in our community. Many young people are working or in school, yet trapped in systems that weren’t built for them.

Youth and Adult Panels
Roundtable Dialogues
Community Commitments
Youth Artwork Exhibition
Light Refreshments & Networking

Click here for more details & to RSVP

Thursday Poets Reading Series - Spring & Fall 2025
2025-11-06 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
The Thursday Poets Reading Series Returns!
We’re excited to kick off Season 2 of the Thursday Poets Reading Series, celebrating the talent and diversity of Lynn, MA. Join us for a powerful lineup of poets and an open mic where you can share your own work.
Time: 7–8:30 PM (Open mic sign-up at 6:45 PM)
Free and open to all. This event is accessible
Spring & Fall 2025 Lineup:

April 10 – Charles Coe & Jean Monahan
May 8 – Michelle de la Poetica (City of Lynn’s Inaugural Poet Laureate) & Matthew Henry
October 9 – Jenny Factor & Kali Lightfoot
November 6 – Meg Kearney & Linda McCarriston

We’re grateful for this growing community of poets and poetry lovers. Come be part of it.
Questions? Email thursdaypoets11@gmail.com

The above information was submitted to us by January O’Neil

2025 St. Stephen’s Rummage Sale and Bake Sale
2025-11-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-09 09:00 - 14:00 | St. Stephen’s Church, 74 South Common St., Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
From St. Stephen’s Memorial Episcopal Church: Something for everyone!
Antique glassware, Kirby vacuum with all attachments, end tables, area to large oriental rugs, CDs $1, Bells $1, lots of dishes, scarves/headwraps. Adult horse saddle. Youth horse saddle.
Lamps, books, nicknacks. Clothes (men’s women’s large and extra large), T-shirts $1. Home goods, Collectibles, Kitchen, CDs, DVDs, VHS, books, cookbooks, electronics, coffee cups,Christmas decorations, wall art, hand painted metal trays, many pictures and paintings, lamps, pool cue, oven.
Hosted by Billy Mulcahy Moser, proceeds will benefit programs at St. Stephen’s Memorial Episcopal Church.

Rabies Clinic - November 2025
2025-11-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development (LHAND) – Community Room, 10 Churrch St, Lynn, 01902, United States
Lynn Animal Control in partnership with the North Shore Veterinarians Association will be hosting a rabies clinic on Saturday November 8, 2025 from 9am – 1pm in the community room of Lynn Housing Authority located at 10 Church St.
Dogs and Cats are welcome
Rabies vaccination – $10
Dog license – $12
Dog Park license – $30
Microchipping – $20

2025 Lynn Veterans Day Breakfast & Ceremony
2025-11-11 08:30 - 11:00 | Lynn City Hall & Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA, 01901, United States
From the Lynn-Swampscott Dept. of Veterans’ Services: The annual City of Lynn Veterans Day Breakfast and Ceremony will take place at City Hall on Tuesday, November 11.
Breakfast
City Hall Foyer from 8:30-9:30AM
Veterans, military members, and supporters are warmly invited to join us for a complimentary hot breakfast, proudly served by our City and State elected officials.
This gathering is an opportunity to show our appreciation for the service and sacrifice of our veterans while bringing the community together in gratitude. We look forward to honoring you and sharing in fellowship over a hearty meal.
Ceremony
Lynn Veterans Memorial Auditorium at 10aAM
Join us at the Lynn City Hall Auditorium as we come together to honor the men and women from Lynn who have proudly served our Nation. The ceremony will include a presentation by the Lynn English JROTC, a performance by the Lynn All City Band, and additional tributes in recognition of our veterans.
Together, we will pay tribute to the sacrifices made and celebrate the enduring spirit of service.

Museum Enrichment Series for All (M.E.S.A.)
2025-11-12 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 Veterans Council fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse
2025-11-12 15:00 - 22:00 | Texas Roadhouse – Danvers, 301 Newbury Street, Danvers, MA, 01923, United States
From the Lynn Veterans Council: The Lynn Veterans Council is holding a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse, 301 Newbury Street, Danvers, MA on Wednesday, 12 November 2025 at 3:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Present the flyer to the Danvers location and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the Lynn Veterans Council to help defray the cost of the 2026 North Shore Veterans and First Responders Parade.
Go have a good dinner and help with the cost of the parade. Please pass the word to your friends and families.
