The CAAL Youth Leadership Council showcased the resource and support available in our community at the Lexington English Learner Parent Advisory Council (LexELPAC) Resource Fair on April 4. Approximately 50 families attended the event.
On April 19, 2024, CAAL youth team led by Leeying Wu volunteered alongside the scouts for the Lex250 Launch.
Seating ushers and greeters are needed on April 19 for Reenactment, Rededication, Viewing stand of the parade!
This year’s Patriots’ Day Celebration is expected to draw the largest crowds yet! To ensure this milestone event is a success, we’re seeking community support to help with various aspects of the day.
Please review the volunteer opportunities below—we truly appreciate your partnership in making this a wonderful experience for all involved. Once signed up, volunteers will receive additional details and instructions regarding their roles and shifts.
Sign up to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/10C0F48A5AE2FA4F4C61…
View the full Patriots’ Day weekend schedule: https://lex250.org/event/patriots-day-weekend/
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at lex250volunteers@gmail.com.
Thank you for your time and effort!
Melanie Lin, Julie O’Leary, and Geeta Kannan
Lex250 Coordination Team
Long-time volunteer Sophia Ho is crafting flowers to decorate the town center for Lex250.
– What inspire you to get involved in Lex250 and what does this milestone mean to you personally?
Sophia: This beautiful town, Lexington, is home to our family for 59 years! I am proud of its historic importance.
Coming from a country with a long history, I know it is essential to mark, to celebrate special anniversaries. It unites the citizens, and energizes, stimulates patriotism.
Join us for an unforgettable lineup of events celebrating 250 years of American independence, featuring world-renowned guests, live music, rich history, and a strong sense of community pride.
Don’t miss these unique opportunities to hear from one of America’s greatest storytellers documentarian Ken Burns! Experience an inspiring Lex250 Award Celebration filled with music, humor, and historical tributes, hosted by Saturday Night Live alum and Lexington’s own Rachel Dratch. Enjoy a lively outdoor picnic celebration at our own Hastings Park featuring members of the Boston Pops, including legendary conductor Keith Lockhart. And that’s just a sneak peek!
Lex250 is more than an event—it’s a once-in-a-generation experience. Currently, we still need many volunteers for the events listed below. Signup as volunteer to be part of history and help bring this incredible celebration to life! Whether you’re assisting with events, welcoming guests, or supporting behind the scenes, your contribution will make a lasting impact.
🎈 Patriots’ Day Parade – April 19
We particularly need volunteers to serve as Unit Coordinators before and during the parade. This role involves organizing and managing units participating in the parade, ensuring they are in the correct position and ready to proceed at the right time. Please sign up via the link to be part of this significant celebration.
📌 Sign up here: Volunteer Registration
🎶 Patriots’ Day Concert – April 19
Help make these Lex250 events a success by signing up to volunteer!
📍 Cary Hall
⏰ 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
🔗 Event Details
We need 8–10 volunteers to serve as ushers for the Lexington Bicentennial Band Concert. As this is an open-seating event, ushers will play a crucial role. If you’re interested, please contact Jillian Tung at lex250events@gmail.com .
🎉 Patriotic Picnic in the Park – April 21
We need volunteers to set up, check in, serve food, and clean up for the Lex250 Patriotic Picnic in the Park (PPP).
📍 Hastings Park in Lexington
🔗 Event Details
📌 Sign up to volunteer: Sign-Up Link
Please contact Jane Hundley at hundleyjane@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Your contribution will be invaluable in creating a memorable experience for all attendees!
To learn more about Patriots’ Day Weekend, visit Lex250 website and Lexington’s official site.
You can reach us at lex250volunteers@gmail.com if there is any questions.
Warm regards,
Lex250 Volunteer Coordination Team
The Asian Student Union (ASU), in collaboration with the Chinese American Association of Lexington Youth Leadership Council (CAAL YLC), the Korean Association, and the South Asian Student Association (SASA), proudly presented the LHS Asian Talent Night on Saturday, March 22, in the LHS auditorium to celebrate Pan-Asian cuisine and culture!
The performances featured classical Chinese and Indian dance and music, K-pop dance, Chinese yo-yo, Japanese music, Asian pop rock bands, original musical pieces.
Dinner offered a variety of Pan-Asian dishes representing Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Singaporean, and Korean cultures!
Congratulations to the newly elected youth officers of the CAAL Youth Leadership Council (YLC) on their successful annual re-election! CAAL continues to empower young leaders in our community.
Jonathan McPhee gave an incredibly inspiring talk “Coming to America”, a Cary Lecture! He shared the history of American music, highlighting how it was influenced by immigrants and how music helped break barriers even when certain groups were politically isolated. He provided context on immigration waves and anti-immigration laws, such as the Chinese Exclusion Act.
Many video clips showcasing familiar music influenced by Black, Native American, Jewish, and Asian music. Jonathan spoke about his experience with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, and collaborations with CAAL on projects featuring Wu Man, Serena Huang, and Chen Gang’s compositions.
The concert on April 26 with pipa soloist Cao Yue is sponsored by Bin Wu in honor of CAAL. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.lexingtonsymphony.org/
Ultimately, his talk centered on identity—who we are—and how music reflects our shared human experience. We are fortunate to live in a town that has Lexington Symphony , and the people like Jonathan, who can offer such insightful and enriching reflections.
本月亮点 – 舞动世界 – Dance Around the World
日期： 2025年3月8日（星期六）
时间： 6:00 – 9:00 PM
地点： Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA
由镇庆典委员会 (Town Celebrations Committee)主办，本次活动通过国际民间舞、古典舞和流行舞庆祝文化多样性，观众与舞者共舞，共度欢乐之夜！
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