Association of Black Citizens of Lexington

A private, nonprofit volunteer organization concerned with matters of critical importance to the welfare of Black citizens of Lexington, MA.

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Jamaica Mi Hungry Food Truck at Quock Walker Day Community Celebration
Popular Combos
Ann Burdoo – Curry Veggie Stew, Rice & Peas, Sweet Plantain
Prince Estabrook – Pulled Jerked Pork, Rice & Peas, Curry Veg Stew
Quock Walker – Pulled Jerked Pork, Rice & Peas, Sweet Plantain

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

We have implemented our rain contingency plan. The community celebration has been moved to First Parish of Lexington.

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Help our volunteers and register online before Independence Day.
Leashed dogs welcome.
https://t.co/NJs8oewCrc

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Come enjoy a beautiful summer Saturday in Lexington center.
Rain location – First Parish in Lexington, 7 Harrington Rd, Lexington, MA 02421.
Dance to live music, eat great food, play colonial games, meet military reenactors and learn a little Black history.

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Buy your tickets now for this spring's must-attend jazz concert featuring multiple Grammy award winning drummer, Billy Kilson! LHS Jazz Combo will open for the Billy Kilson Jazz Quartet.
See you at Cary Hall on April 1!
https://t.co/iQ1uYlJsja @Eventbrite @LexPerformArts

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Brother Dennis and Friends and ABCL come together to celebrate and honor Dr. King on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at 2pm at Follen Community Church.
Tickets - $25
Proceeds support the ABCL Scholarship Fund.
https://t.co/LgIMegICKc

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Check out "Unveiling of ABCL's 2023 Black History Portrait Banners"
A celebration of Black excellence and the lives and passions of 3 Black trailblazers from Lexington, MA: Dr. Curtis, Ms. Townes & Dr. Kilson
5 Jan at 6:30 pm @ LexDepot

https://t.co/gapVGklACM @Eventbrite

[Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) @CAALsince1983]

Please join us to hear from students, educators, legislators, and community leaders of broad ethnic groups. It is critical to recognize the history, culture, and contribution of all in addressing racial equity in the US.

Thurs., 7/29, 6:30 – 8:00 PM EDT
https://t.co/FAcLAfcOut

[Lexpress @LexpressBus]

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990 - 31 years ago. Did you know each Lexpress bus has room to secure 2 wheelchairs? We also have paratransit & demand response services for people unable to use buses.

[Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) @CAALsince1983]

An exciting evening awaits you! See you this Friday (7/30) 6-8pm at Hastings Park 🎉🎼

[Town of Lexington, MA @TownOfLexMA]

We're excited to announce the appointment of Martha Duffield as #LexingtonMA's first-ever Chief Equity Officer. In this role, Martha will take the lead on the Town's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. #DEI #localgov

Learn more: https://t.co/FEc793qfQA

[Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL) @CAALsince1983]

Can’t wait for the celebration finale at 6pm tonight. We have close to 100 submissions of inspirational #AAPI figures by the students. See you! Register https://t.co/y0QYdnZmMd
@lexingtonsuper @LexingtonDEI @mrshistorylee @NotesByMrsC @SCuthbo @carymemlibrary @ABCLexMa

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Edgar Smith, MD, former Chair of Lexington's Civil Rights Committee, was on of those arrested on the Green in '71. Dr. Smith taught Sunday School at Hancock Church.
#BlackHistoryProjectOfLexington

[Lexington Historical Society @LexHistSoc]

#DidYouKnow that Memorial Day weekend 1971 saw the largest mass arrest in state history take place on Lexington Battle Green? Find out more in today's blog post, a new CVS exhibit (up soon!) & our 5/27 event panel. Post: https://t.co/gNeRMeTy11 Event: https://t.co/JMHfoQWSBr

[Cindy Friedman @CindyFriedmanMA]

Successfully advocated for $100K in #SWMFY22Budget for @FoodLinkMA to address food insecurity in Arlington, Billerica, Burlington, Lexington & Woburn.

During #COVID19MA, Food Link has been working 24/7 to collect fresh, nutritious food & deliver it safely to those in need.

[MDR @tagoreismyjam]

The Indian Americans of Lexington (IAL) has joined hands with the American India Foundation (AIF) to raise funds to address the crisis. Visit https://t.co/JCezNlW4tX to learn more and donate. Every little bit will count. #COVID19 #IndiaCovidCrisis #compassion

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Maj George Coblyn cofounded Co A/54th Mass Vol Infantry Regiment. His grandfather Eli Biddle was the last known survivor of the 54th. Maj Coblyn built his home in Lexington in 1955 & earned 2 Purple Hearts and 3 Bronze Stars from WW II and Korea.
#BlackHistoryProjectOfLexington

[BosAfroAmericanNHS @BOAFNPS]

Interested in learning about the experience of a fighting soldier?

The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Regiment Company A reenactors are taking "recruits" for their "School of the Soldier" this weekend! Please see the flyer below for more details.

#54thMassachusetts #Forward54th

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Thank you @aapidata for this survey that shows the range of experiences with racial discrimination and for noting that White Supremacy is the root of racism in USA. #StopHateCrimes
https://t.co/AiJ6R7ARnH

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Nationally, 48 percent of all 4,930 hate crime victims reported to the FBI in 2019 were Black, making up the largest classification of victims. #StopAntiBlackHateCrimes
https://t.co/oDS1Cp0iuS

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Earlier this month, Holbrook, MA resident charged with four counts of civil rights violations, assault with intent to intimidate based on race, and assault with a dangerous weapon after trying to run over group of Black children. #StopAntiBlackHateCrimes
https://t.co/uKHDTzMpF5

[Association of Black Citizens of Lexington @ABCLexMa]

Last week, a district court clerk magistrate ruled there's probable cause for criminal charges against a White police officer in Milton, MA. She is accused of threatening her son's Black friend in dispute over BLM and defunding police. #StopHateCrimes
https://t.co/1CGwpgiqHI