Lexington Human Services

06/01/2026

Join Lexington Human Services and IMPACT Boston for a free, hands-on Introduction to Self-Defense workshop designed for all fitness and experience levels.

This interactive 2-hour program teaches practical verbal and physical self-defense skills while emphasizing empowerment, bodily autonomy, and personal safety. Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to potentially unsafe situations through realistic role-play scenarios and experiential learning led by trained instructors.

The supportive environment allows participants to practice skills out loud and full force, helping build confidence and prepare them to respond effectively under stress.

Space is limited, so register today!

For more information or to register, visit https://lexrecma.myrec.com/ or call 781-698-4840.

05/29/2026

🌈 Join Us for Lexington’s Pride Fair! 🌈

Celebrate Pride with us on Saturday, June 27th from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Lexington Community Center! This family-friendly event will feature games, crafts, community resources, music, activities, and more for all ages.

Come connect, celebrate, and show your pride with our community as we honor LGBTQ+ joy, inclusion, and belonging. Whether you stop by for a few minutes or stay for the whole event, we’d love to see you there!

✨ Activities include:
🎨 Pride arts & crafts
🎲 Games and activities
🏳️‍🌈 Community organizations and resources
🎁 Giveaways and more!

All are welcome!

To register, visit https://lexrecma.myrec.com/ or call 781-698-4840.

05/25/2026

Join us for a Meet & Greet with the COA Board! Come connect, ask questions, share ideas, and enjoy some refreshments! We'd love to see you there!

05/21/2026

05/18/2026

Join us for an engaging and supportive conversation with Shikha Advani.

Exploring Health at Every Size: Shifting Perspectives on Food, Body, and Wellbeing for Marginalized Communities is a hybrid program designed to create an accessible and welcoming space to explore body image, nutrition, and wellbeing through a weight-inclusive and culturally responsive lens. Together, we’ll reflect on how systems, identity, and lived experiences shape our relationships with food and body.

📅 Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Zoom + Hybrid/In Person

Registration is required: https://lexrecma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=31007

For more information, call 781-698-4851

05/12/2026

Celebrate National Mental Health Month with a feel-good cooking demonstration designed to nourish both body and mind. 🧠🥗

Join local Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Elissa Goldman for Nutrition for Mental Health — a virtual cooking demonstration focused on simple, delicious foods that support mood, energy, and overall well-being.

Tune in from your own kitchen to cook along or simply sit back and enjoy the demonstration!

Recipes will include:
✨ No-Bake Nut Butter Oat Bites
✨ Feel-Good Toasts (sweet + savory variations)
✨ Yogurt Bowls with nourishing, customizable toppings

This session will provide practical, approachable ideas for incorporating simple, nourishing meals into your daily life.

📅 May 21, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
💻 On Zoom

Celebrate Mental Health Month by nourishing yourself from the inside out. 💚

05/08/2026

May is Mental Health Month 💚

Throughout May, Lexington Human Services is offering programs, resources, and community conversations focused on mental health, wellness, and reducing stigma.

We’re also excited to have some new Mental Health Month swag this year, including our Maisey & Watson of Lexington, MA Police Department community resource dog cards reminding everyone that it’s okay to paws and ask for help. 🐾

Learn more about available programs and resources here:

https://www.lexingtonma.gov/316/Human-Services?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://www.lexingtonma.gov/1711/Mental-Health-Task-Force

05/07/2026

On Tuesday May 5th , Lexington Senior Services supported the Liberty Alzheimer’s Partnership event at the Lexington Community Center in collaboration with the Boston Center for Memory, which included a talk by Dr. Elizabeth Vassey and A.J. MacDonald on Alzheimer’s Trials, Treatments and Taking Care of yourself. This event provided education, resources, and support for caregivers, families, and community members navigating dementia-related challenges. (recording will be available through Lexmedia soon)

05/04/2026

HATE- incident or crime? Learn the difference and take action.
Monday, May 11, 7:00 PM - 8:30PM (free program)
LEXINGTON POLICE STATION - Community Room
Registration appreciated for head count and refreshment planning
Join District Attorney Marian Ryan for a community presentation on how to recognize, report, and respond to hate in our community.
To register, scan the QR code or visit the link on the flyer.

04/29/2026

🐐🧘‍♀️ Goat Yoga

Join us for a fun, family-friendly Goat Yoga session at the Lexington Community Center!

📅 Friday, May 29
📍 Lexington Community Center(outside on the lawn)
⏰ 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM sessions
👧🧒 Ages 4+ welcome
💸 Free for all participants
🧺 Bring a towel (and your sense of humor!)

🔗 Register: https://lexrecma.myrec.com/info/activities/default.aspx?CategoryID=1569&type=
📞 781-698-4840