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May 22, 2026
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Creative Advocacy Series

The Radical Power of Gathering

by John Andrews
Why simply Showing Up Is The Best Thing We Can Do The average American now spends 35 minutes a day socializing in person. Not 35 minutes with friends, specifically — 35 minutes with another human being, in a shared room, breathing the same air. That number is down from 38 minutes in 2019, and it never recovered after the pandemic
May 22, 2026
July 4, 2025
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Lynn

Lynn Museum and Arts Center Launches Icons of Lynn Recognition Program

by John Andrews
Icons of Lynn celebrates community changemakers who are making a positive impact today. Furthermore, this exciting new initiative from the Lynn Museum and Arts Center recognizes individuals, businesses, and nonprofits shaping Lynn’s future. Additionally, nominations are now open for the inaugural class. Understanding the Icons of Lynn Initiative The Lynn Museum and Arts Center has created something special. Moreover, this
July 4, 2025