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Genedata biotech forum on Marrett Road today

September 21, 2026

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Genedata Hosts Biotechnology Forum on Marrett Road Today

Genedata's 13th Selector Open Forum runs today from 8:40 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 750 Marrett Road, drawing biopharma specialists to discuss next-generation sequencing workflows in cell line development, AAV biosafety, biologics characterization and assay validation. The full-day, in-person meeting features expert presentations and interactive discussions, with speakers including Kraig Theriault, Andrew Hillhouse, Chaojie Wang and Ben Adamczyk. The event is free to attend, though space is limited.

Genedata

Oyster-Shell Decorating Class Today Already Full

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs' oyster-shell decorating class meets today, Sept. 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Community Center; the class is full.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Free Forever Fit Wellness Class Meets Today

The free Forever Fit program for older adults meets today, Sept. 21, at 1:20 p.m. at the Lexington Community Center, combining strength, flexibility, balance and endurance exercises.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Total Fitness Class Begins Fall Session Today

The fall Total Fitness class meets today, Sept. 21, from 2:45 to 3:40 p.m. at the Lexington Community Center, with a Zoom option.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Girls on the Run Begins Fall Practices Today

Girls on the Run practices for grades 3-5 begin today, Sept. 21, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Lexington Community Center; the season concludes with a Nov. 15 5K.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Monday Evening Yoga Offered In Person and Online Today

Keith Herndon leads a hybrid yoga class from the Lexington Community Center today, Sept. 21, from 7 to 8:15 p.m., with remote participation available.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Fall Mat Pilates Class Meets Today at the Community Center

The fall Mat Pilates class meets today, Sept. 21, from 12:05 to 1 p.m. at the Lexington Community Center, with a hybrid option.

Lexington Recreation & Community Programs

Zoning Board to Hear 4 Compton Circle Setback Variance Thursday

The Board of Appeals will hold a remote public hearing Thursday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. on a petition to reduce the required front-yard setback at 4 Compton Circle.

Town of Lexington

Cary Library Trustees' Executive Board to Meet Wednesday

The Board of Library Trustees' Executive Board meets Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Cary Memorial Library.

Town of Lexington

Minuteman Girls Soccer Hosts Lynn Vo-Tech Today

Minuteman Regional hosts Lynn Vo-Tech in varsity girls soccer today, Sept. 21, at 4:30 p.m. in Lexington.

MaxPreps

Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ann Howes Remembered in New Obituary

An obituary posted Sunday, Sept. 20, identifies Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ann Howes as a Lexington resident who died Sept. 2 at age 71; a memorial service is set for Nov. 14 at Second Church in Newton.

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