SCI is pleased to be collaborating on a major Latin American Heritage Festival in Lynn on Saturday, September 26th at 7pm in Lynn Memorial Auditorium.

The following countries will be represented in the performances: Peru, Bolivia, Columbia, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Top notched performers will be drawing people from every area, and we wanted to share about it here. Latin American countries possess a varied heritage founded in the mix of people with different ethnic backgrounds; Inca, Aztec, Europe, Africa and others. This rich folklore will be explored and demonstrated with dances, songs, customs and presentations at this magnificent event.

The City of Lynn invites you and your friends to Joshua Tree's Premier U2 Tribute on Saturday, September 12 at 8:00 PM. General Admission is $12. Parking is free and refreshments are affordable. Lynn Auditorium is only 10 miles north of Boston right off Route 1a! For more info, visit www.lynnauditorium.com or email events@cityoflynn.net to be added to our email list. Buy tickets at Lynn City Hall Room 311 (*NO FEES*), by calling 781-581-2971 or at www.lynnauditorium.com

Come down to the Festival of the Arts on Saturday, September 26th, 2009. Festivities will begin in the morning and through the day in Lynn's Central Square at Exchange and Union Street. This event is made possible by the City of Lynn, EDIC and Lynn Arts. More details to be announced shortly. If you are a vendor, artist or community group and would like to participate, please contact Susan at Lynn Arts at 781-598-5244. Hope to see you downtown!

Come one, come all to High Rock Observation Night. Join them on Tuesday, September 8th at 9 PM at the High Rock Tower Telescope in Lynn, MA. They are also planning to take the telescope to Red Rock Park for a special full moon observation night! Stay tuned for the time and date!

 On Tuesday, October 6th and Monday, November 2nd join the observation of Jupiter and The Moon.

Come down to the Goldfish Pond FUN \'N\' FLEA DAY, the most popular annual flea market in Lynn on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Clean out your basement and attic - make some money! Crowds of buyers will see your goods! The Goldfish Pond Association will advertise for you!!! Have some fun! We hop to see you there.

Girls Inc. of Lynn offers leadership opportunities to young women ages 14-18. Teens address important issues such as sexism, racism, the prevention of early sexual activity, underage drinking, and drug use. All young women learn about career choices, college admissions, and other post-secondary opportunities. Teens have access to academic workshops, tutoring, the computer lab, and adult mentors. At Girls Inc. teens become leaders and role models.

Any teen can become active with Girls Inc. by participating in enrichment activities, coming for homework assistance, and working on community events organized by teens. Contact: Elizabeth Redley at 781.592.9744 ext. 212

Bored? Do you need something to do? If you are between the ages of 11 to 14 come to the Youth Drop-In Center at Family and Children's Services of Greater Lynn, located at 111 North Common Street. Join the fun each Monday and Wednesday from 3 PM to 6 PM. Call F&CS for more information or pick up permission slips. To learn more about the Youth Drop-In Center please call 781-598-5517

On Thursday, August 20th, 2009 from 11 AM to 3 PM come down to the farmers market in Central Square. Walk to the corner of Union and Exchange Street. This is a great opportunity to get fresh fruit and vegetables grown locally. Come down each Thursday through October 29th 2009. For more information please contact Bob Burns at 781-346-6726.