Chinese American Association of Lexington

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month. the 5th annual AAPI 5K Run & Walk was held in Lexington, MA, on May 10, joining over 600 runners and walkers. This year’s theme, “Better Together: From Lex250 to America250,” highlights the importance of unity and shared progress. We celebrate the significant contributions of the AAPI community to this country and the idea that we are stronger together. The event also coincided with Mother’s Day. Every mom who participated received a beautiful rose!

LexMedia News Report

EATV News Report

AAPI 5K Photos

Lexington Observer Report

5月10日（周日），由莱镇华协 CAAL与 Hey Runners Club 联合举办的第五届 Lexington AAPI 5K Run ‘n’ Walk 即将登场！今年比赛恰逢母亲节，无论你是身经百战的老将，还是第一次参赛的新手，无论你想跑还是想走，这里都欢迎你。在这个特别的日子，穿上跑鞋，和妈妈、和孩子、和你在乎的人一起出发——用一场5K，来过一个不一样的母亲节！跑完还有美食等着你，流过的汗，用美食来犒劳。运动+美食+家人陪伴，这大概是母亲节最圆满的打开方式了！第五届了，老朋友记得回来，新朋友欢迎加入！

报名链接：https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Lexington/AAPI5kRunnWalkLexington

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时间：May 10, 2026 (Mother’s Day) 10:30am Sunday,

地点: Lexington High School

今年母亲节（5月10日，周日），别再只是待在家里做饭、收花、发朋友圈了-

不如带上家人，一起出门跑一场更有意义的 5K！

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本月亮点

AAPI 5公里跑/走|母亲节社区比赛和庆祝活动

Lexington HeatSmart (中文居民的活动)|节能和家居升级

2026年春季莱克星顿小学课后中文课程 

Tattoo（战鼓与短笛之夜）

Lexington Muster（鼓笛盛典嘉年华）

社区讲座:⻣骼健康和⻣质疏松

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CAAL Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is honored to receive Youth Empowerment Award presented by the Commonwealth Seminar at the Youth Empowerment Conference in Cambridge on April 25.

By fostering leadership, cultural pride, and civic responsibility, CAAL equips young people with the skills, confidence, and voice to become active and engaged members of society.

Run for Heritage. Run for Mom. Celebrate Mother’s Day on May 10 at the annual AAPI 5K Run or Walk! This year, CAAL and Hey Runners Club are blending AAPI Heritage Month with a focus on family and love. Join us in historic Lexington for a day of fitness, culture, and community.

Since 2022, this eco-friendly USATF-certified 5K has drawn over 500 participants annually to experience AAPI history, art, and food. Whether you’re sprinting for a personal best or walking hand-in-hand with family, join us in promoting unity, solidarity, and a true sense of belonging.

Here are some exciting highlights for this year:

Every mom will receive a beautiful rose. Celebrate Mother’s Day with a race alongside your mom, family, and friends!

All finishers will receive a 2026 finisher medal.

Taste of AAPI – sample bites of delicious AAPI cuisines after the race.

The first 300 registrants will receive a premium, superlight “quick-dry” race T-shirt.

We will give a surprise gift to those who have joined us for 5 consecutive years.

📍 Race Location & Time:
Lexington High School (Start/Finish)
10:30 AM | Sunday, May 10, 2026

🌐 Race Website & Registration:

Register Here

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CAAL Marching Unit looked truly spectacular at the American 250 Patriots’ Day Parade on today, April 18. The twin dragons marching in unison, the inaugural 22-people waist drum performance, and the showcase of the upcoming AAPI 5K Run & Walk on May 10 all added a brilliant touch to the America 250 Patriots’ Day celebration!

View the video and photos at the Gallery.

LexMedia full video recording for the Parade. CAAL unit at 1:08:20.

EATV News Report

EATV Report Chinese Community at Lexington 250 Parade | Patriots’ Day 2026

The Asian Talent Night, full of youthful energy and vitality, concluded successfully on June 13!

A big thank-you to the LHS ASU leadership, as well as our co-organizers CAAL YLC, SASA, and the Origami Club. We are also deeply grateful to all the student volunteers who participated, the faculty advisors, and the CAAL EC members and volunteers who helped make the event possible.

Our CAAL youth leaders are truly talented—delivering wonderful performances including singing, dancing, and Diabolo playing.

A special thank-you as well to all the community members who purchased tickets and came to support the event!

莱克星顿高中亚洲学生会（ASU）诚邀大家参加一年一度的 LHS Asian Talent Night（亚洲之夜）。在这个充满活力的夜晚，让我们通过音乐、舞蹈与美食，一起庆祝丰富多彩的亚洲文化。

时间: 3月13日（周五） 

5:00 PM    Pan-Asian Dinner 地点：Commons 1 & Commons 2

7:00 PM    Asian Talent Show 地点：LHS Auditorium

门票: $15 — 晚餐 + 才艺秀 $5 — 仅才艺秀

购票链接 https://cur8.com/40405/project/137951

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本月亮点

莱克星顿灯笼节 | 光的的庆典

初高中生志愿机会｜爱国者日（Patriots’ Day ）游行大使招募

MetWinds 乐团音乐会：“深海奇境” | 交响管乐演出

共庆三八妇女节

可持续景观设计讲座：Marie Chieppo | 打造环保庭院

毕业后的方向：LHS 之后的人生规划 | 探索高中毕业后的多种路径

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