The Mass Association of Councils on Aging, in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, is offering a 3-Day training to prepare people to facilitate an evidence-based, life-changing workshop for people who struggle with too much stuff! An estimated 2% to 5% of the US population has thisContinue reading →
CHOP Dinners are a new monthly event, a way to enjoy a free, healthy meal and discuss ways to create a healthy life for you, your family, and your neighborhood. Everyone is welcome, and it's a great way to meet new people and connect in a warm, friendly environment.
For members who signed up for the trust act subcommittee (getting a Trust Act passed in Lowell) or anyone else who wants to learn more. We are continuing with outreach and planning. Draft agenda: * Follow up on action items from the last meeting. * Minutes from 4/2 are here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MyuhX8ubsf_Dt1WTNzXGmwghF7oJYv * Heather will reportContinue reading →
Join us on International Workers Day The government in Washington is leading a generalized assault on our lives, rights, and living conditions. The wealth gap today is greater than at any time in history. From the racist attacks on Muslims, Migrants, and African-Americans to attacks on healthcare, women, and LGBT folks, and from attacks onContinue reading →
Rally on the Boston Common @ 5:00 PM Followed by a 6:30 March to Copley Square Join us on International Workers Day Immediate Permanent Residence for All Undocumented Migrants! Permanent Residence for All DACA and TPS Recipients! The government in Washington and the billionaire class are leading a generalized assault on our lives, rights, andContinue reading →
I'm so excited to have Lowell's own Bob Forrant, distinguished University Professor of History and Lowell historian, as our guest this month. We'll focus on the roles that young women textile workers played in the social movement of the day in the 19th century. And how does this contrast and compare to the social movementContinue reading →
A silent walk speaking to the injustices our immigrant brothers and sisters experience. Please join in - please spread the word, please pray (and it would be great to hear if you will attend)
Come out on Thursday, May 3, from 5-9PM for Downtown Lowell First Thursdays!
Information will focus on increasing understanding of how the body's various systems impact mental health based on recent research. From food to fitness. email: coppingerth@vinfen.org
Please join Chelmsford Vigil for a demonstration and rally of conscience and conviction in Chelmsford Center on Saturday, May 5. The picketing will last from 10 to 11 AM. Stay for as little or as much time as you wish and bring a sign if possible. Chelmsford Vigil is dedicated to remembering the victims ofContinue reading →
UTEC invites you to visit our historic, LEED Platinum-certified green building for guided tours as part of Doors Open Lowell! Lowell was the first city in the United States to launch this prestigious event dedicated to preservation, architecture, and design which is presented as part of the community's National Preservation Month activities. Each May youContinue reading →
On the first Saturday of every month, Western Avenue Studios and Western Avenue Lofts artists open their doors to the public so that you can come browse their latest works. Come take a peek inside and learn more about our artists. Support Local Art! Come see art where it is made! We will be openContinue reading →
(In Partnership with the Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association (CMAA), Angkor Dance Troupe, SayDaNar, George Chen, and Soumita Acharya.) Exhibit Title: Lowell's Asian American Heritage Exhibition Exhibit Dates: May 5 to Jun 7, 2018 Reception: Sat, May 5, from 2 to 4 PM Related Event: May 19, 2018, 12:00 to 2:00PM, Lowell Telecommunications Corp., 246 MarketContinue reading →
Join the Greater Lowell Community Foundation, in partnership with the Lowell Heritage Partnership and the City of Lowell, as we celebrate the lighting of the Cox Bridge. Thanks to the generosity of anonymous donors the Cox Bridge has been outfitted with LED lighting that will highlight the architecture of the bridge and create a colorfulContinue reading →
Join us to rally and lobby for Paid Family and Medical Leave and a $15 Minimum Wage at the Massachusetts State House! This event will represent the culmination of a multi-year campaign, which was successful in collecting over 272,000 signatures, orchestrating seven legislative forums with over 2,000 attendees, and a statewide phone outreach that talkedContinue reading →
Join us to rally and lobby for Paid Family and Medical Leave and a $15 Minimum Wage at the Massachusetts State House! This event will represent the culmination of a multi-year campaign, which was successful in collecting over 272,000 signatures, orchestrating seven legislative forums with over 2,000 attendees, and a statewide phone outreach that talkedContinue reading →
Have a favorite teacher you'd like to honor? Share your story and donate $10, $25 or $50 in their honor: www.projectlearninc.org/share-your-story Proceeds will support our youngest readers by bringing 10,000+ books to Lowell kids this year. Come out to celebrate with us! On National Teacher Appreciation Day, join Lowell Alums, Teachers & Friends at theContinue reading →
Have a favorite teacher you'd like to honor? Share your story and donate $10, $25 or $50 in their honor: www.projectlearninc.org/share-your-story Proceeds will support our youngest readers by bringing 10,000+ books to Lowell kids this year. Come out to celebrate with us! On National Teacher Appreciation Day, join Lowell Alums, Teachers & Friends at theContinue reading →
Learn How School Funding Works: A Community Forum • Where does the money come from? • Why are some communities able to spend more per student than others? • What can we do to make the system more equitable? Join us for a presentation by: MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER FOLLOWED BY DISCUSSION AND COMMUNITYContinue reading →
May 13 - meet at 7:00 a.m., 35 Church St., First Parish Watertown for the bus Mother's Day Walk for Peace The Walk raises funds for the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, a center for healing, teaching and learning for families and communities impacted by murder, grief, trauma, and loss. To register for the walkContinue reading →
Examining Whiteness Workshop - Session #2: Facilitated by Dr. Julie A Mavity Maddalena (You can come to this workshop whether you went to workshop #1 or not!) Recent events from Charlottesville to the NFL to the White House have raised awareness about white supremacy and how it operates in today’s society. It has raised anContinue reading →
National Grid will be presenting their "justifications" for the pipeline expansion to Lowell´s Environmental Subcommittee, and we need to show up in large numbers to tell them NO. Let´s pack the room and tell National Grid they aren't welcome here. The presentation begins at 5:30pm. Come at 5:15 to grab a sign, or bring yourContinue reading →
This year may very well be known as the year of #metoo with countless survivors of sexual assault coming forward from Hollywood, the business sector, and politics. At CHH, we have supported survivors of sexual assault for over 40 years and know the devastating impact of sexual assault and the courage it takes to comeContinue reading →
We're In This Together: The Lowell Pipeline Resistance and Fighting Fracking from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts We know 80% of the natural gas that National Grid sells us is fracked gas. On Wednesday May 16th, you are invited to an evening with community leaders from the Marcellus Shale region of Pennsylvania, at the other end ofContinue reading →
You're invited to join UTEC as we celebrate the grand opening of the The Nancy L. and Richard K. Donahue UTEC Hub for Social Innovation. Guest speakers include Governor Charlie Baker and other state and local officials to officially open the building. The morning will showcase the newly renovated space that includes the 2Gen EarlyContinue reading →
Join us for Solidarity Lowell's monthly visibility event! 6:30pm-- Join us at the island in front of City Hall to protest against the atrocities of the Trump administration. Please bring signs! 7:30pm-- After the demonstration, come to Sizzling Kitchen (478 Merrimack Street) to have some food and/or drinks and discuss the events of the week!Continue reading →
Join Lowell Makes as we host a day of free workshops for the whole community. Come learn a new skill from a variety of local makers. More details to come...
Come join the Merrimack Valley Branch at our next General Body Meeting as we tackle the topic of Social Justice.
This year may very well be known as the year of #metoo with countless survivors of sexual assault coming forward from Hollywood, the business sector, and politics. At CHH, we have supported survivors of sexual assault for over 40 years and know the devastating impact of sexual assault and the courage it takes to comeContinue reading →
The monthly general meeting for members of Solidarity Lowell. Enter at the Bartlett Street entrance. Our meeting is in the chapel (come inside and take a left). Agenda: --Ground rules and Introductions --Group updates and announcements --Update from Immigrant Rights subcommittee --Starting a phonebanking group --Followup to Incorruptibles training --Postcard Action ...and more!
Come join us for a delicious evening of traditional Mexican fare with friends, family, and neighbors at this Community Benefit Night hosted by Lowell's own El Potro! Our good friends and supporters at El Potro will donate 15% of all food and non-alcoholic beverage sales (including take out!) directly to Mill City Grows between theContinue reading →
You're invited to our next repair night! Members and non-members bring in broken things and try to repair them. What is this Repair Night thing, anyway? 2 hours of members and non members coming together and fixing as many broken products as they can. Products? What products? Most repairs involve clothing, moving parts, or electronics.Continue reading →
Our sixth community garden has just been completed in Centralville! Join Mill City Grows and our community of growers as we celebrate the official launch of Hampshire Street Community Garden! You are cordially invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting of this public growing space and enjoy tours of the garden, refreshments, and activities to markContinue reading →
The Lowell City Council Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee on Election Laws (City Councilors Vesna Nuon, Edward Kennedy, and John Leahy) is holding a public meeting to listen to the thoughts, ideas, concerns of residents with the current election laws and process in the City, {in light of the public lawsuit which is currently pending}.
Lowell NSRL Town Hall North-South Rail Link Town Hall Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Mayor's Reception Room Address: City Hall, 375 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852 (Free and open to the public) The event will be a panel discussion and Q&A moderated by former Governor Michael Dukakis and hosted by MayorContinue reading →
Join us at the Ayer Mansion, Lowell's most ornate manse, for a black-tie gala (red carpet and all) to support Coalition for a Better Acre's programming aimed at ending the cycle of poverty in the Acre and beyond. Food, drinks & surprises! Guaranteed to be the party of the year. Don't miss out or you'llContinue reading →
Join the City of Nashua as it caps off LGBTQ Pride Month in style with a parade down Main Street followed by a gathering in Le Parc De Notre Renaissance Francaise (French Park). The parade will begin at the intersection of Elm and West Hollis Streets at 2 p.m. and continue down Main Street, endingContinue reading →
May CHOP Dinner Wed., May 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway St., Lowell This month's theme: Public health Free dinner! Family/kid friendly! Translation available. Connect to the local community. CHOP Dinners are a way to enjoy a free, healthy meal and discuss ways to create a healthy life for you, your family, andContinue reading →
Vice Mayor, Vesna Nuon, and other Councilors will be joining him this evening to discuss with community members about the current voting rights lawsuit between community plaintiffs and the City of Lowell. ចៅហ្វាយក្រុងរង លោក វាសនា នួន និង សមាជិកទីប្រឹក្សាក្រុងមួយចំនួនទៀត នឹងចូលរួម វេទិការសាធារណៈ ដែលនឹងពិភាក្សាពី ពាក្យបណ្តឹងនៃសិទ្ធិបោះឆ្នោតរបស់ អ្នកដើមបណ្តឹងដែលជាពលរដ្ឋសមាជិកសហគមន៏ (Community Plaintiffs) និង អ្នកចុងបណ្តឹងដែលជា ទីក្រុងឡូវែល (the City of Lowell) ។ According toContinue reading →
Join the fight for Clean Energy and Environmental Justice at our biweekly meeting! We'll be in the Hi-Hat area of Mill No. 5 located at 250 Jackson Street in Lowell. Look for the ‘5’ sign and walk through the iron gates to the white doors at the end, on the left, take the lift toContinue reading →
LDCC Freedom For All Presentation Thursday, May 31st, 7:00-8:30pm, Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack Street, Lowell Field Organizer Zachary Stinchfield will speak on the proposed ballot referendum which would have the effect of rolling back rights of our transgender fellow Bay Staters. This group is organizing and working hard to make sure that Massachusetts doesContinue reading →