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Hancock Church re-dedicates renovated sanctuary
September 13, 2026
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Hancock Church Holds Re-Dedication Service for Renovated Sanctuary
Hancock Church holds a Re-Dedication Worship Service at 10 a.m. today, Sunday, Sept. 13, marking the completion of its Sanctuary renovation and what the congregation calls a new chapter. "This is a moment we've been looking forward to celebrating together," said Rev. Dr. Barbara L. Callaghan, Senior Minister, thanking those who contributed to the renewal. A festive reception follows the service, and the church says all are welcome, members and neighbors alike.
Hancock United Church of Christ
Lexington Police Log Resumes With Summer Crime and Service Data
The Lexington Police Department published an updated incident log on September 11, reporting nine arrests, 286 Fire Department assists, and cases of fraudulent credit activity and noise complaints.
The Lexington Observer
East Lexington Walking Tour to Trace Robbins Family Heritage
Dr. Jeff Howry leads a walking tour on Saturday, September 19, departing from the Ellen Stone Building to explore the Robbins family's role in 18th- and 19th-century village history.
The Lexington Observer
School Committee Prepares FY28 Budget Guidelines and Policy Review
A revised agenda posted September 11 for the School Committee's September 15 hybrid meeting covers FY28 budget guidelines, the budget calendar, and the Protect Act Policy.
Town of Lexington
Select Board Sets Agenda to Call Special Town Meeting and Review Goals
Lexington's Select Board will meet September 17 to formally call a Special Town Meeting, review FY26-27 goals, and approve community licenses.
Town of Lexington
Follen Church Hosts Opening Reception for 'Blue' Art Exhibition
Follen Church holds an opening reception for its fall community show 'Blue' in the Anne Smith Gallery today, Sunday, September 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., following morning worship.
Follen Church
Follen Church Gathers for Ingathering Service to Launch Church Year
Follen Church holds its annual Ingathering worship service today, Sunday, September 13, at 10:30 a.m., led by Rev. Claire Feingold Thoryn on the theme of 'attention.'
Follen Church
Follen Adult Choir Opens Season with Beethoven's Mass in C
Follen Church's adult choir performs the Kyrie from Beethoven's 1807 Mass in C during today's worship service, opening its fall season ahead of the composer's bicentennial.
Follen Church
Design Advisory Committee Sets Review Meeting for September 15
Lexington's Design Advisory Committee will meet in person Tuesday, September 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Parker Room to evaluate local architectural and site plans.
Town of Lexington
Affordable Housing Trust Schedules Hybrid Meeting for September 15
Lexington's Affordable Housing Trust Board of Trustees holds a hybrid meeting Tuesday, September 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. to discuss community housing programs.
Town of Lexington
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