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And on the Lexington Patch calendar - Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol

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Hello Lexington! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When will Cary Library’s revamped lower level finally reopen?
  • See what your Lexington neighbors’ homes just sold for

Also on today's calendar: Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Lexingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 33 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 37, low: 24.
  • Sunday: Cold with snow, 1-3", with a high of 30 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

• What's going on with the Cary Library renovation? (lexobserver.org) — Cary Library’s long-awaited lower-level renovation in Lexington is now slated to reopen in mid-February 2026, after sprinkler and HVAC surprises pushed the project past its original June 2025 target. Residents can look forward to a teaching kitchen, makerspace, improved accessibility features, and upgraded tech for hybrid events, bringing many children’s and community programs back under the library’s roof.
   

• Real Estate Listings Week of December 12, 2025 (lexobserver.org) — Recent home sales across Lexington, from Lincoln Street to Outlook Drive, show a very active late-November market with prices ranging from under $1 million to nearly $2.8 million. If you’re tracking neighborhood values or considering a move, these addresses, sale dates, and prices offer a concrete snapshot of what buyers are paying right now.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Greetings to the residents of Robinson Hill, Lexington,
    I would like to introduce myself as a new member of the community. Having recently moved into the neighborhood, it is a pleasure to be here, and I… (Nextdoor Robinson Hill)
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Starting at $18.50/Hour Shift Leaders in Lexington. Apply here.
  • Arlington Public Schools posted a job opening for Substitute Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year in Arlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lexington here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Community Foundation For MetroWest Awards Over $1 Million In Grants, Waltham Orgs Included (patch.com)

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