The CAAL Moon Festival performances took place at Brookhaven in Lexington on Sept 28 was a dazzling display of cultural heritage and artistic expression. Traditional lion dances kicked off the event, followed by martial arts filling the stage with vibrant colors and rhythmic drumming. Skilled performers showcased graceful Chinese fan and ribbon dances, their movements flowing like the autumn breeze. Beautiful musical performances featured traditional instruments such as the guzheng, creating enchanting melodies that echoed under the full moon.

The night concluded with a dazzling Dunhuang long ribbon dance, where glowing lanterns lit up the festival, leaving a lasting sense of wonder and celebration.

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Coming soon! Lex250 will present a historic drone show on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate six months until Patriots’ Day.

Over 400 drones will fly in unique formations, commemorating the history of Lexington in lights.

WHERE: Line up chairs and blankets to watch this unforgettable experience along Worthen Road fields, including the baseball and track fields and Upper Hayden field.

Pre-show entertainment includes the Lexington High School Marching Band, William Diamond Fife and Drum, The Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) illuminated dragon and the Lexington Minutemen.

Volunteer is needed and please sign in using this link.

We hope to see you there as we celebrate light and liberty at this FREE event! Check the Lex250 website for this event.

【温馨提示】莱镇华协总统义工服务奖的申请截止日期是09/30， 有意申请者请抓紧时间提交申请材料！下面是一些重要的时间节点：

1）义工累计时限：2023年9月1日至2024年8月31日的12个月内

2）申请提交日期：2024年9月1日 – 9月30日

3）审核日期：2024年10月1日 – 10月15日

4）获奖通知及颁奖日期：2024年11月至12月。

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A lot of fun at the Closing Ceremony of the International Chinese IP Film Festival. Watching performances and talking to the award winning film Neither Horse Nor Donkey director Zhongyu (Robin) Wang!

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Happy Moon Festival! The Moon Festival Celebration this year combined with the Closing Ceremony of the 2nd International Chinese Original IP Film Festival will be held at 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, on Monday, September 23, from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Enjoy two award-winning films while savoring tea and mooncakes.

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CAAL hosted a very well attended Newcomer Reception on Saturday September 21. Representatives from Lexington Public Schools and Community shared wide range of topics from living in Lexington, education to community involvement.

莱克星顿华人协会CAAL致力于为华人真诚服务已经四十多年了。在这四十多年里，华协CAAL团结各族裔一起建设莱镇，贡献莱镇，服务莱镇，在莱镇社区展示了华裔“团结、奋进、积极”的形象和力量。

为了帮助我们社区的新居民尽快适应和融入社区生活，莱克星顿华人协会CAAL将在9月21日举办迎新会，分享社区资源信息，交流生活体验经历，向新居民介绍社区的衣、食、住、行、教育、就医、保险、银行业务、文化活动等多方面信息，欢迎每一位新居民参加活动。

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迎新会时间：2024年9月21日 9:30–11:30am

迎新会地点：Lexington Community Center, Dining Room, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

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The Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) warmly invites you to the 2024 Lexington New Resident Welcome Event! For over 40 years, CAAL has been dedicated to serving the Chinese community and collaborating with people of all backgrounds to build a strong and united Lexington, showcasing the spirit of “unity, progress, and positivity.”

This event is designed to help new residents settle in and integrate into our community. We will be sharing valuable local resources and experiences, such as housing, transportation, education, healthcare, insurance, banking, and cultural activities. We look forward to welcoming you and working with you to build a proud and vibrant community!

Date: September 21, 2024, 9:30–11:30am

Location: Dining Room at Lexington Community Center

39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

Registration: Please click here or scan the QR code to register.

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