Thanks to all of your hard work, we are ready to dedicate our Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell Franklin Street Park in Lowell. We hope that you will be able to join us on Monday, October 29th at 4:00 pm for our dedication ceremony. This park has been a labor of love for overContinue reading →
November 1 - 12:00-1:30 pm, Lexington Community Center, room 242 Richard Kimball, Vote Smart President, will be demonstrating Vote Smart's new tools defending each citizen's right to the truth. The presentations will be in four parts about 10 to 15 minutes each. - The Founding Fathers feared that if they cast power out to the people,Continue reading →
Please save the date. Our 34th Annual Gala is taking place November 3, 2018. សូមមេត្តាកត់សម្គាល់ថា ថ្ងៃទី ៣ ខែ វិច្ឆិកា ឆ្នាំ ២០១៨ ជាថ្ងៃ ដែលសមាគមខ្មែរ នឹងប្រារព្ធពិធី រាត្រីសមោសរប្រចាំឆ្នាំលើកទី ៣៤ (34th Annual Gala) ។ Tickets and event sponsorship information will be available soon. តំលៃសំបុត្រចូល និង ព័ត៌មានស្តីពី ការជួយឧបត្ថម្ភ និង គាំទ្រនូវវិធីនេះ នីងមាននៅពេលឆាប់ៗខាងមុខនេះ។ A special thanks to our intern Trinh for theContinue reading →
Pianist Carolyn Enger presents a multimedia program exploring universal issues of identity and tolerance through the experiences of German Jews before, during, and after the Holocaust. Carolyn will play music she commissioned for the Mischlinge Exposé. Sponsored by Congregation Shalom. To reserve tickets call 978-251-8091, or email office@congregationshalom.org. Suggested donation is $10. Reservations advised asContinue reading →
Come raise the roof while helping raise funds to support Lowell Alliance! Our first ever fundraiser ($35 a ticket) will feature a live band, dancing, light bites, raffle prizes and a cash bar. Examples of what $35 can do for the community through Lowell Alliance! - 200 cases of diapers to families in need -Continue reading →
Regardless of whether you voted… No matter who wins We Must Be In the Streets, Beginning the Day After the Midterm Elections TO DEMAND AND DEMONSTRATE OUR DETERMINATION THAT: IN THE NAME OF HUMANITY, THE TRUMP/PENCE REGIME MUST GO! WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Outside South Station at Summer and Atlantic Avenue. TheseContinue reading →
Do you want to learn more about the problem of massive releases of sewage into the Merrimack, and ways you can help improve the situation? Please come to our slideshow discussion Nov. 7 at Andover Public Library's Memorial Hall at 7 p.m. The MRWC has been gathered a substantial amount of data on the issue,Continue reading →
Nobody Is Above the Law—Mueller Protection Rapid Response Solidarity Lowell Stands with Mueller! This is a rapid response event triggered by the resignation of Jeff Sessions, since it could allow Donald Trump to impede Robert Mueller's Trump-Russia investigation. Location: Ladd & Whitney Memorial (the island outside City Hall, 309 Merrimack St, Lowell) The rally beginsContinue reading →
Happy Fall Everyone! Join professionals from Greater Lowell (and beyond!) for another great evening of business and social networking courtesy of The Foundation Mixer. Located in the heart of Downtown Lowell, we are excited to be partnering once again with Mandarin Asian Bistro. Mandarin Asian Bistro serves authentic Chinese and Sushi Cuisine and a FullContinue reading →
A Fabulous Drag Show with Merrimack Valleys Longest Existing Drag Troupe. Come together to raise funds for local children impacted by HIV/AIDS Featuring EmmaBitch, Latrina , Vee Sukhard, Camille Yen, Venus Envy, Krystal B Dazzled, and Lucille
Come to our 6th annual MICAH (Ministry in Community Action Honorees) dinner on Saturday, Nov. 10, 6-9 pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 282 Suffolk St. in Lowell.It's always an enjoyable celebration and recognition of some of the quiet heroes and heroines among us. Tickets are $25, or a table of 10 for $200. ContactContinue reading →
Climate change is about you, your family’s health, and your children’s future but what does climate change look like on a local scale? How do we move forward in this changing climate? Join us for a special presentation by Alexandra Vecchio, Mass Audubon's Climate Change Program Coordinator, as we demystify the changing climate. There willContinue 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 →
We are excited to open the Lowell-Lawrence JFON Clinics in November with scheduled dates on Wednesday, November 14 (Lowell Clinic) and Monday, November, November 26 (Lawrence Clinic). At the present time, we have four Clinic Coordinators: Pam Brewster (Aldersgate UMC, Chelmsford), Sharon Jones (W. Chelmsford UMC, Chelmsford), Becky Mantz (Bedford) and David Troughton (W. ChelmsfordContinue reading →
Welcome new citizens in a naturalization ceremony, a pivotal milestone in the naturalization process. Guests will watch as immigrants become new U.S. citizens. 9:30 A.M. Doors Open 12:00 P.M. Ceremony 1:00 P.M. End of Ceremony
Lowell Education Justice Alliance (LEJA) is a grassroots group of parents, educators, students, school staff, and concerned community members committed to building a stronger and better PUBLIC school system driven by community voices. We believe that policies and decisions are strongest when they are informed by those who are most impacted. Teachers, parents and studentsContinue reading →
We know that entrepreneurial ecosystems make thriving communities. Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) is actively building entrepreneurial ecosystems that provide entrepreneurs with the resources and supports they need to turn their ideas into profitable businesses. The EforAll Summit is designed for individuals and organizations working to build entrepreneurial ecosystems in their communities. 2018 Keynote Speakers: BlackContinue reading →
On Friday November 16th, 2018 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. at UTEC, 35 Warren Street, in Lowell join us for Locally Yours, for a night of live music, shopping, and delicious food & drinks. Enjoy a night of local entrepreneurs and experience the community and impact of EforAll Lowell-Lawrence. Including an array of exciting raffleContinue reading →
Join us for a Lowell Park’s & Conservation Trust favorite fall hike! Explore the connection of trails along the Merrimack River from border of Andover and Lawrence and follow the river the eight plus miles back into Lowell. A bus will be provided to take everyone to the start and then we walk together asContinue reading →
Confirmed Speakers: John Nichols is national affairs correspondent of The Nation. His most recent book is Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse: A Field Guide to the Most Dangerous People in America Rev. Karlene Griffiths Sekou organizes with Black Lives Matter Boston Phyllis Bennis is director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy Studies.Continue reading →
Twice a year the Coalition for a Better Acre puts on a free Community Swap. It's a rummage sale, but everything is free! The idea is that you bring stuff you don't need anymore and take stuff you can use. It's a great excuse to clear out your closet, or take home something fun. It'sContinue reading →
No Borders, No Walls, No Prisons! We will not be complicit! Ollin is the Nahuatl word for movement and everyone has the right to move whether it be because of political, economic or corporate violence, oppression, racial or sexual discrimination, environmental catastrophe or circumstances, to connect with family and friends, or just because they haveContinue reading →
Our 9th annual vigil for International Transgender Day of Remembrance on Saturday, November 17, beginning at 6pm . The vigil is organized by the Welcoming Congregation Committee of the church, as part of our commitment to being welcoming and inclusive by honoring the dates that are special to members of the LGBTQ+ community and advocatingContinue reading →
Join us for the 2018 World Day of Remembrance. Stand in solidarity to honor those who have been injured or killed by a road traffic crash. The vast majority of these crashes are preventable through engineering, education and enforcement. In numbers, we can recognize our loved ones, and also demand action from our elected officials.Continue reading →
The monthly general meeting for members of Solidarity Lowell. This month: Daniela Marquez Albert will present on the “Public Charge Rule” and what we can do about it. Enter at the Bartlett Street entrance. Our meeting is in the chapel (come inside and take a left). Full agenda to be posted closer to the meetingContinue reading →
Every year, to kick off the holiday season, MIRA hosts a luncheon at the State House for newly sworn-in U.S citizens and other immigrants and refugees. Elected officials, MIRA members and supporters join us to celebrate our Commonwealth’s rich diversity, share personal stories and make new connections. This year’s luncheon, in the Hall of Flags,Continue reading →
Tuesday evening before Thanksgiving - Nov 20 at 6:00 pm The Billerica Interfaith Association invites you to the Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and Community Celebration to be held at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church. At 6pm there will be time to share food and conversation in the Parish Hall - a wonderful opportunity toContinue reading →
Ring in the holidays in Lowell and join us for City of Lights 2018! Take the afternoon to stroll downtown Lowell streets and enjoy the fun, as we celebrate the season! From kids activities and live performances to holiday shopping, photos with Santa AND the crowd favorite, the Annual Hot Chocolate Competition, City of LightsContinue reading →
Support fresh food access in Lowell and make a gift to Mill City Grows on this global day of giving! Save the date for our 2018 #GivingTuesday Facebook Campaign on November 27 -- stay tuned for details in upcoming e-newsletters!
Come celebrate Friendsgiving CHOP Dinner! This month is sponsored and hosted by Community Teamwork Inc (CTI). You will have an opportunity to learn about and connect with the different departments and programs at CTI. CHOP Dinners are a monthly event, a way to enjoy a free, healthy meal and discuss ways to create a healthyContinue 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 →
Join us for Solidarity Lowell's monthly fun social visibility event! In special honor of TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE this month, of giving thanks and gratitudes, we come together to CELEBRATE VICTORIES past & present for the LGBTQ Family (including YES on 3), for Women's Rights, Workers' Rights, Immigrant Rights, and ALL Civil Rights! We comeContinue reading →
