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Ok boys and girls, it's time to get your clicker ready and click like on all these buttons. It will help you to follow what is going on in Downtown Lynn and show your support for the businesses and organizations that are doing such great work bringing our Downtown to life.  Some of them are in Downtown and others are simply incredible supporters of everything happening Downtown. Either way, they are worth a Like from all of you. Just click down the list.


We'll start with us. If you haven't liked this yet, what's wrong with you?


Arts After Hours is producing one night events in Lynn with visual artists and musicians as well as a full season of theatre. Next up for them is Bourbon Street Fundraiser on February 18th followed by the musical, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown from May 24-June 9. If you're an actor, sign up for the auditions which will be held on Feb 27th and 29th.



LynnHappens is run by Seth Albaum and is a phenomenal resource for the latest happenings, calendar, and some great articles about the city as a whole. He religiously records all city council sessions and covers important committee meetings as well. 



Lynn Auditorium is on fire if you haven't noticed. I mean that in a good way. A sold out Frampton will be followed up with the incredible Pink Floyd Experience this weekend.



Lucia Lighting & Design is a gem of a lighting store located on Western Avenue. The owners, Lucy Dearborn and David Solimine, Jr. are phenomenal supporters of the Downtown and all things Lynn. If you need to brighten up your life, just stop by this store and talk to Lucy. You can't help but be happy in there.



EDIC is turning up the heat on creative economy. Recently purchased 33 Central to convert into artist lofts and have led an effort to unite all the arts organization in an effort to obtain a state designation as an Arts & Cultural District in Massachusetts.




Centerboard is in the middle of their busy tax preparation season. Free tax prep for low income families. An incredible service. They are also diving into the arts head first. Next up for them is the 2nd in a 3 part film series on the urban hero. Check out the movie "Falling Down" on Feb 23rd.




LynnArts houses two great galleries, a black box theatre, and several artist studios as well as the radio station, WFNX. Right now they have an exhibit called "On or Of Paper". They also show several professional visual artists throughout the year and house a very equipped Black Box theater available for rent for your next show or event.



Lynn Museum is a great resource for Lynn history and also houses the Historical Society and all the records and archives that go along with that. It has been an incredible hot spot for some of the most amazing events downtown in the past few years. Recently they went through an entire renovation making their first floor even more attractive for event rental!



Tatiana's is a neighborhood favorite. A lot of the downtown residents go there for brunch. It's also a great spot if you want to play darts or pool while you grab a drink or some food. The menu is very diverse meaning there is something for everyone. Every single dish makes you wish Tati was your mom.




Check out Girl's Inc. Lynn. An awesome organization that has done amazing things for the Lynn youth. Great new building up on Essex at the bottom of the hill from High Rock Tower.



Love the folks at RAW. They do wonderful things for the youth in Lynn and surrounding communities but they also run a mad awesome event every May. This year's BASH is on May 21st.



CSI Lynn is about conversing, socializing, and interacting about Lynn with Lynners past and present.


LotsaShots Photography is a wonderful photography studio right in Downtown Lynn for headshots, portraits, events, collateral, etc. They are also very generous when it comes to the arts scene in Downtown Lynn. There hasn't been an event yet that the owners haven't bought tickets to. Show your love with a like.


Nest Forward is a great local real estate company that has done a great deal of work in Downtown Lynn. Most of our friends have found apartments and condo thanks to this gem. They are also extraordinarily philanthropic giving a portion of every commission to a local charity. Very cool! 


Turbine Wine Bar is located right in the heart of Central Square. A great place for late night drinks and dinner/dessert.




Northern Nights is a new night club and restaurant catering to alternative lifestyles on The Lynnway.




Cirque (formerly 47 Central and still called that on the sign out front) is a great place for drinks, beer, and their kitchen is soon to re-open, I hear. Cast and crew of Arts After Hours I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change enjoyed many a Thursday singing karaoke at Cirque.




I could go on and on. Put your favorites in the comments!

Lynn Museum Hosts Lecture on Frederick Douglass

On Thursday evening, February 16, 2012 from 7-8:30pm, Julia Greene will speak about Lynn’s role in the abolitionist movement of the 1830’s. The fight to end slavery captured Lynners’ imaginations and when Frederick Douglass moved to Lynn to join the fight, the then-small town was thrust onto the national stage. In his five years in Lynn, Douglass became internationally known as an abolitionist leader, intellectual author, and escaped slave who still did not have his freedom. Julia Greene’s talk covers the rise of the abolitionist movement in Lynn’s Quaker community, Frederick Douglass’ time in Lynn, and the local and international campaigns he and the Lynn Abolitionists joined to fight racism in the North and slavery in the South. The talk will shed light on national abolitionist leaders’ ties to Lynn including: William Lloyd Garrison, Abby Kelly Foster, Wendell Phillips, Sojourner Truth and the Grimke sisters and highlights the role Lynn’s Hutchinson Family and noted leaders James N. Buffum, Alonzo Lewis, Francis and Henry Newhall, and John Bassett Alley played in the Abolitionist movement.

Julia Greene is working on an independent history project on Lynn’s abolitionists to illuminate this important but little-known era of Lynn’s history. Ms. Greene grew up in Lynn and makes the city her home. She is on the Lynn Historical Commission and teaches history, speech and state and local government at North Shore Community College. In addition to this lecture she is currently working with the Lynn Museum on a Civil War anniversary exhibit slated for May.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Lynn Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Admission is free for museum members and students and $5 for non-members. In case of inclement weather, the event is re-scheduled for February 23 at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Abby Battis, Assistant Director of Lynn Museum at 781-581-6200 or visit our website at www.lynnmuseum.org.

A Little Schubert on the 19th at First Lutheran Church on Broadway

Schubert’s Winterreise
Sunday, February 19  | 4:30 PM
First Lutheran Church | 280 Broadway | www.flc-lynn.org

Just in time for the snow (that came and went), First Lutheran Church invites you to a free performance of Schubert’s Winterreise (Winter Journey). This piece will be performed by George Heath, an accomplished singer from New York, accompanied by David Greatrix, our Director of Music, on piano. The concert will be preceded by a brief lecture on the piece at 4:00 PM and followed by refreshments.

First Lutheran Church is a handicapped-accessible congregation that is welcoming and affirming of all people. Located in Wyoma Square, just behind Walgreens. On-site and street parking available; MBTA Bus 434, 435, 436.

About the piece:

Schubert’s Winterreise is an exploration of the hardships of winter. It also explores the feelings of lost love, regret, and the acceptance of one’s ultimate fate. The season of winter serves as an allegory for the dark recesses of one’s own mind. Occasionally we are greeted by the flower filled hopes of May, or sitting warmly next to the hearth. These however, are fleeting thoughts, for as soon as we are comfortably greeted by the glow of a cheer filled home, we are once again trudging in the snow consoled only the rattling of chains and the howling of dogs. Thoughts of the one we loved will cause tears which will melt the snow below us, only to be frozen over again.

Composed in 1827, and published in 1828, Schubert’s Winterreise stands as one of the most monumental achievements in German Lied. A cycle of 24 songs, Schubert masterfully set the stirring poetry of Willhelm Müller. The pianist serves not as accompanist, but rather as a partner in creating effects. Beloved by singers and pianists alike, Winterreise provides a haunting journey for all who partake in its presentation.

Bourbon Street Comes Back to Downtown Lynn on February 18th

Arts After Hours (AAH) announces the 2nd Annual Bourbon Street event to be held on Saturday, February 18th, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm in the LynnArts building at 25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA. Admission is $15 per person and includes one complimentary food item. Additional food, beer, and wine will be sold for $5 each. Live music and art will fill the evening. Tickets are available at http://artsafterhours.com or by calling 781-205-4010. Proceeds from Bourbon Street will help to raise money for AAH’s remaining 2012 theater season.

Bourbon Street brings the traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration to Lynn with live music from Elephant Wrecking Ball; creole culinary creations by local resident and owner of GFB Consulting Greg Gray; a fantastic beer and wine menu; and local artists and vendors. Elephant Wrecking Ball, with members from the Berklee College of Music, is known for their brassy New Orleans-style sound and special trombone effects. “We can’t wait to have them back to Lynn,” says Kevin Parker, AAH Production Manager. “This band is the kind of unique professional entertainment that fits very well with Arts After Hours’ mission.”

Guests will also enjoy special hands-on art projects thanks to Artists and Craftsman Supply store in Saugus. Artists from Lynn and Montserrat College, alongside other premiere vendors, will sell their wares. Lynn photographer Cheryl Ransom has participated in AAH since its inception. “I love Arts After Hours events. They’re always so much fun,” says Ransom. “Food, music, great people, and lots to do. I look forward to Bourbon Street!”

After two successful musical productions in Downtown Lynn, Arts After Hours is excited to host this Mardi Gras celebration and and raise money for the remainder of its 2012 theater season. To that end, AAH is excited to launch THE AAH CARD, which will be available to Bourbon Street guests at a very special price of $50. THE AAH CARD admits the buyer to all Arts After Hours 2012 events--a 50% discount off each regular ticket price. THE AAH CARD will retail at a 25% discount or $75 moving forward. “The AAH Card will provide an entire season of quality, local theatre for just half the cost of one Broadway ticket,” says Corey Jackson, Managing Director of Arts After Hours. “We have received extraordinary support over the past year, from our amazing audience members to our corporate sponsors. It’s very encouraging to welcome thousands of these people to Downtown Lynn each season. The Downtown economy is truly starting to benefit from this crowd--and that’s just as important to us as offering excellent artistic and theatrical events at an affordable price. We hope that the AAH Card will help to increase the number of people coming to Lynn for unique artistic experiences.”

Photography by Brian McDermott

Guests are encouraged to buy tickets online at http://www.artsafterhours.com or call 781-205-4010. Arts After Hours is sponsored in part by The Daily Item, EDIC, The Office of the Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy, Lynn Housing Authority and Neighborhood Development, Councilor Brendan Crighton, Rick’s Auto Collision, Willow Labs, Red Lulu Cocina and Tequila Bar, Lucia Lighting and Design, Mr. David Solimine, Tatiana’s Restaurant, and Northern Nights.

For tickets and more information and directions, please visit http://artsafterhours.com or call 781-205-4010. Parking is available behind the building, and the LynnArts building is located directly across the street from the Lynn commuter rail stop, diagonal from the Daily Item. The MBTA garage is located on Union Street and costs $3.

The PINK FLOYD experience! This Sunday, Feb 19th at the Lynn Auditorium!

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On sale now at   www.LynnAuditorium.com by calling 781-581-2971 1-800-594-TIXX  or in our box office at Lynn City Hall  Monday - Friday   Click the photo below for a video of The Pink Floyd Experience

"Cuts" A New Play by the MBTA Performs at Lynn Auditorium

Last night I was expecting to find a public hearing inside of Lynn Auditorium with useful facts, reasonable proposals, and intelligent debate on the merits of the scenarios presented by the MBTA. I expected to see a scenario with deep cuts to service and another scenario with extreme fare increases. I expected to not agree with either proposal but would be convinced of the necessity and figure out which side of the fence I would eventually be on. I got none of what I expected.

Instead, I got a show!!!! How fun? A complete 3 hour spectacle of absurdist theatre. I didn't even know the MBTA did shows!! I always thought they were a transportation company. The show opened with this brilliant scene where they showed these two really funny scenarios. The first scenario had insane increases in fares and 1/4 of the routes slashed. The second scenario had even more insane increase in fares and 3/4 of the routes slashed. In a surprise comedy bit, they announced that both scenarios would cut weekday service after 10PM and all weekend service. Now that's funny!!!  If only they had a third scenario. Comedy is always better in threes.

There were some amazing cameos from our State Legislature, who gave very dramatic and poignant monologues (in all seriousness, I was quite impressed with Senator Tom McGee, State Rep Steve Walsh, Mayor Kennedy, and Councilor Phelan).

Since we've broken from sarcasm, let me end by saying, really? Really? You (MBTA) expect us to believe that there was any merit in what you proposed last night? You expect us to believe that all of this was not just a tactic so you can turn to the state and ask for help? Well, I hope the state does exactly that. I also hope the state takes a hard look at re-org and new management. What we have is not working. We will continue to have these useless theatrical events if we don't sit down and fix this for the long term. I urge all of you to be heard. For even if it is theatre of the absurd, I firmly believe your state legilature is listening. Call them. E-mail them. Beg them to keep Downtown Lynn alive at night and on the weekends. We can't afford these cuts and some of our neighbors and downtown businesses will suffer unimaginably by these proposals if for some reason, this mismanaged organization is allowed to do what they've put on the table.

-Corey

Frampton at Lynn Auditorium on February 3rd!

New Gallery Show at LynnArts - On or Of Paper

Check out the latest in the Time Warner Gallery at LynnArts: On or Of Paper

It's on display now through March 7th (which means you can catch it while at Bourbon Street 2012).

Opening reception will take place on February 4th, 2012 from 2-4PM

Live music provided by Vive la Renaissance

Gallery is open M, T, W, Fri 10-4PM, Thurs 10-8PM, Sat 11-4PM

Best of Show - Robin Similjan, Bonsai

Free Movie Night and Discussion Starting Thursday 2/2/2012

Centerboard is hosting a films series, Heroes of the City at The Pulse @ JB Blood. The Pulse is a new community center in the front of 20 Wheeler right in front of Centerboard's administrative offices. This movie series is centered around the concept of the urban hero. As you may or may not know, Centerboard's mission is tied completely towards the revitalization of Downtown Lynn. It will be very interesting to watch these films followed by great discussion with Dr. Nick Parker, a film writer, professor, and Downtown Lynn resident as well as several from the Centerboard staff.  There will be refreshments served. Make sure you RSVP. There is limited seating.

Heroes of the City: A Film Series - "Taxi Driver: The Doubtful Urban Hero" 2/2/12 7PM - 10PM 

 

Heroes of the City: A Film Series - "Falling Down: Mapping the city in Falling Down" 2/23/12 7PM - 10PM 

 

Heroes of the City: A Film Series - "The Fighter: The Struggle of Men and Women in the City" 3/15/12 7PM - 10PM

 

 

New England Light Opera comes to Downtown Lynn with Some Cole Porter

Night and Day II: A New Cole Porter Celebration
Saturday, March 3rd 7:30PM
Central Congregational Church, 97 Broad Street
$20 includes light refreshments
For tickets call Joan Breed 781-593-2210 or David Kay 781-599-8643

Central Congregational Church at 97 Broad Street in congunction with New England Light Opera is producing an event titled: Night and Day II: A New Cole Porter Celebration. It will be held on Saturday evening, March 3rd at 7:30 pm at Central Church, 97 Broad Street, Lynn. A new staged revue of the songs of Cole Porter including Begin the Beguine, just One of Those Things, and You're the Top. $20 per ticket, cabaret style seating with light refreshments included. Tickets by phone: Mrs Joan Breed @ 781-593-2210 or David Kay @ 781-599-8643. Free parking behind Central Church at Harrison School (Dexter Street, off Broad)

Yeah, I Know...I've Been Too Busy to Blog

Every once in a while I get the kind of busy that makes the blog really grind to a halt. For weeks all I can talk about is the show. Well...this month is one of those times.

A lot of people have put some blood and sweat to make this show happen and I am forever grateful. For this show, we had incredible community support including many downtown neighbors chipping in to help with sound, costumes, props, and various needs.

I just wanted to take some time out to say thank you. Thank you to everyone who even touched this show for 10 minutes. Without you, that moment in the show, wouldn't be perfect.

Thank you to everyone who came out for opening weekend and bought tickets. We had 100 more people than we had for Spelling Bee's opening weekend. This is audience growth of 20% and is a huge statement. More and more of you are discovering that you can have high quality theatre experiences without having to go into Boston. Please spread the word.


Join us on Facebook or visit our website to learn more. Coming up next we have our 2nd annual Bourbon Street party. Don't miss out on all the great happenings downtown.


-Corey

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change Opening Night

Last night Arts After Hours opened it's second full scale musical production at LynnArts in the Rantoul Black Box Theatre. The show, I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, takes the audience on a hilarious roller-coaster of the trials and tribulations of connecting with the ones we choose to call sweetheart.

Don't miss this show. The blog has been quiet because we've been working day and night to make this a high quality professional night of theatre for all of you. We do this to get people into the Downtown experiencing quality arts programming and we hope you will grab dinner before hand at a local restaurant or a drink after with the cast at a local bar. Thank you, as always, for supporting Downtown Lynn.

Lynn Legislators at the Lynn Museum on Jan 18th

Lynn Museum Kicks off the New Year with an Evening with Lynn's Legislators

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 6:00 pm.     

Join the Lynn Museum as they dive into legislative history from the unique perspective of the incumbent Senator and the four State Representatives who serve the City of Lynn. Senator Thomas M. McGee and Representatives Robert F. Fennel, Steven M. Walsh, Lori Ehrlich and Donald H. Wong will share their experiences and provide an insider's look at the legislative process and how an idea becomes law.

The forum will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 6:00 pm. Immediately following the program there will be a reception for the public to mingle with the legislators. Attendees are also invited to explore the Lynn Museum's newly-renovated space and exhibitions including Painting Land and See, I Heart Lynn and FOTO: Focused on the Object.

  

Moderated by Attorney James J. Carrigan, An Evening with the Legislators is the third in a series of forums designed to provide an exchange of ideas between experts and the public. Additional forums are planned for the spring, including one featuring Jennifer Nassour, former Chairwoman of the Massachusetts Republican Party and John Walsh, current Chairman of the Massachusetts Democratic Party. What's more, Congressman John F. Tierney will join the forum series to share his experience in the United States Congress.

Admission to An Evening with the Legislators is $10 for Lynn Museum members and $15 for non-members. Student admission is free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Museum. Proceeds from the forum help to pay for the Museum's educational programs, such as the Free Winter Celebration Family Day on January 21, 2012.  

For more information on all of these exciting Lynn Museum happenings, please call 781-581-6200 or visit www.lynnmuseum.org.

Wine Down Thursday

Centerboard presents Wine Down, a pop up burger and wine experience at the top floor of the JB Blood building in Downtown Lynn.  

Featuring a live music trio with Laura Grill.  

Come taste delicious burger sliders, experience the “Mash Potato Bar”, and learn about great and affordable wines from our wine expert. This is a great way to network and enjoy LIVE music. The unusual location will surprise you with great views or our city and the Ocean.

$15 dollars gets you delicious Burgers and as many visits to the "Mash Potato Bar" as you like. 

Check out http://lynnwinedown-eorgf.eventbrite.com/ for more information and to buy tickets.

Incredible Line-up at Lynn Auditorium

Lynn Auditorium has a great series of shows coming up. Wanted to make sure you guys are all aware and get your tickets fast. I hear Pat Benatar is already selling FAST!

Peter Frampton - February 3rd 8PM

Pink Floyd Experience - February 19th 7PM

Irish Rovers - March 17th 8PM

Charlie Daniels - March 22nd 8PM

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo - April 19th 8PM

Get tickets and find out more at lynnauditorium.com!

-Corey

Share in the Vision for Professional Theatre Downtown

I want to tell you all a secret. In 3 years, we're going to have a professional Equity theatre in Downtown Lynn run by Arts After Hours. How do I know this?

Because I won't stop until it happens.

We've already proven with every event we have, with every night of theatre, with every gallery show, with every music event, receipts in Downtown restaurants go up.  Yeah I have a passion for theatre, but it equals my passion for our amazing potential in Downtown Lynn.

70% of our Arts After Hours' audience is coming from outside our borders. People coming to Lynn, having a phenomenal quality experience and leaving to tell their friends. You can't beat this.

So, here's where you come in. Our next show opens on January 19th. Click on the link to artsafterhours.com or call 781-205-4010 and buy two tickets (or more) to I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change. Use code "LOVE" for $5 off each ticket.  Even if you don't know who you are going to bring yet, buy the tickets, and challenge yourself to introduce someone to Downtown Lynn in 2012 (could be rediscovering it yourself?).

Really great modern score, really funny dialogue and an incredible cast and production crew.

This is your chance to make a specific impact in Downtown Lynn. Come to the show. Before the show, go to a downtown restaurant. After the show, go to a Downtown Bar. Might we suggest our sponsors, The Blue Ox for dinner and Northern Nights on the Lynnway for drinks after the show.

Make this show a success, make the next one even bigger. I might even be able to squeeze that 3 year projection down a bit. Let's get a professional theatre operating in Lynn.

Happy ticket buying,
Corey

Ring in the New Year In Downtown Lynn

For those of you who are looking for some fun in Downtown Lynn this New Year's Eve. There are the loft parties if you're in to that, but there are plenty of other ways to support the Downtown Lynn economy this NYE.


Cirque  
47 Central Ave

Cirque Soiree NYE Breakdown: Martha Wash (It's Raining Men, Everybody, Everybody, Strike It Up, Sweat! Everybody Dance Now) LIVE on stage!!!!!

Option #1: VIP Invite: Secure an invitation to be part of the Cirque Soiree for the ENTIRE evening. Start the party at 7:30 p.m., receive priority, unobstructed premier seating (It's your seat all night long), at least one bottle of champagne for your table, and a personal cocktail server at your call. You will enjoy Ravioli in Authentic Homemade Italian Marinara, Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Succulent Roast Turkey, Baked Lobster Pie, Roast Potatoes, Green Bean Almandine, and a sweet tray at your table at midnight. There are still a few of these exclusive VIP invites available. Call Richie at 978-586-0551. 

Option #2: Martha Wash LIVE, NO COVER, Doors at 9:30 p.m. Champagne Toast at midnight CASH BAR. STANDING ROOM ONLY! See you at Cirque New Years Eve!


Fran's 
776 Washington Street
$10 Cover - DJ Frenchy, Free midnight buffet, Jello shots, drink specials, party hats and noise makers included.  781-598-5618


Northern Nights
649 The Lynnway

NYE Two Thousand & Twelve at Northern Nights.... 2 great deals, and something to fit everyone's budget

Package #1 $30.00 Includes a 4 course meal served with; Shrimp Cocktail, Ceasar Salad choice of Chicken Cordon Bleu or New York strip sirloin w/ Baked Potato or Rice Pilaf and Tarragon Butter Carrots, Dessert, and coffee or tea served between 7:30 and 8:30 This also includes party Favors buffet served at 11pm, Balloon drop with prize$ and champagne toast at midnight. Along with the Admission price to our New Year's Eve Party (a $10.00 Value)

Package #2 $10.00 Admission to New Years Eve Party only, starts at 9:30 till 1:00 and includes party favors and a buffet at 11pm, Balloon drop with prize$ and champagne toast at midnight.


Tatiana's  8PM-1AM
70 Market Street


"THE END OF 2011 IS UPON US AND WHAT BETTER WAY THEN TO END IT WITH A BASH AND BRING IN 2012 WITH GREAT FRIENDS, NEW FRIENDS AND LOTS AND LOTS OF FOOD, LIQOUR AND DANCING?!?!?!

COME DOWN FOR TATIANA'S NEW YEAR'S EVE JAM, STAY LOCAL, PARTY FOR FREE AND HAVE AN AWESOME TIME.

NO COVER.
NO KIDS.
NO DRAMA
AND HOPEFULLY NO HANGOVER.....(YEAH RIGHT!!!)"

IMPORTANT SIDE NOTE: They will be open for breakfast on NYE to nurse those Hangovers! 



Sand Bar  
714 Washington Street
 
NYE !! Italian Buffet 7 - 9 PM; Supertonic Band 9 - 11 PM ; DJ Christie 11 - Close!! Toast at Midnight !


The Blue Ox

The Blue Ox is fully booked according to open table.


 
Turbine Wine Bar
I'm not sure if they will be open or not. I know they were last year, but they've been closed this week with no notice on the door, so I would call first if your plans are to head to Turbine for some delicious wine, beer and food.  781.780.7301

For beyond downtown, please visit Lynnhappens.com for a very full calendar 

More than a Party at Lynn Museum - Karaoke with local celebs!

For those of you who haven't pledged at least a small amount to the kickstarter campaign for More Than a Number, please do! An amazing group looking to produce a wonderful exhibit at our Downtown Lynn museum.   Here's another way you can help out! Attend this party!
 
More Than a Party: A benefit celebration to raise funds for More Than a Number
Friday, January 13th, 6-9 PM
Mark your calendars for a very special evening filled with good food, fun, dance, kickboxing and karaoke performances by “local celebrities”! This event is a fundraiser to benefit the More Than a Number exhibition and schedule of programs at the Lynn Museum. The exhibition is scheduled to open on February 1, 2012.

Wishing Downtown Lynn Readers a Very Merry Christmas

Thanks for another great year. While the blog writing has slowed down a bit, it has only been replaced by more activity on the streets. I hope I have even less time to write as Arts After Hours builds more and more music, visual art, and theatre in the downtown in 2012 alongside Centerboard, Lynn Museum, and LynnArts. In 2011, Arts After Hours added a full-scale musical, a cabaret music series, a jazz series, and several new visual art events including Cuba: In Form, Lynn's Got Sole and our Bourbon Street event. This activity has and will continue to encourage more development and action on the part of landlords, residents, and City Hall. All I want for Christmas is for our 15,000 unique readers of downtownlynn.com to stop and think about how they can make a positive impact on the Downtown local economy next year. It can be as easy as attending an event, bringing 3 friends to a Downtown restaurant, taking a walk to discover a new area, writing a positive story and promoting it online. I want to thank a lot of you for already taking part in many of those activities. Together, we are building something larger than we can even understand right now.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanza!  (and everything else I'm missing)

Be healthy, safe, and support local in 2012!

-Corey

Arts and Culture Holiday Social - Friday at 7PM

This Friday at 7PM, come down to Turbine Wine Bar and socialize with our friends, neighbors, and employees in the Arts and Cultural District. Many of our organizations are one or two employees so we don't have the crazy office parties to look forward to this year. Almost all of our organizations couldn't do what we do without YOU! Yes you, even reading this blog makes you a part of it all. Buying a ticket is even better but we'll take any interest we can get at this stage.

Come and meet some of the folks behind the arts movement Downtown or just have a nice glass of wine and a stuffed popover or twelve. Come down at 7PM on Friday. The band Harvey Mapcase featuring songs from their CD "Three on a Match" will begin at 9PM. Every single one of you is welcome! Hope to see everyone and if we don't, have a Happy Holiday!

-Corey