Here are the Lincoln Council on Aging’s events and activities for the month of December.
“The Spirit of Bach” (and a little jazz)
December 3 at 10 a.m.
Come experience the spirit of Bach (and a little jazz) in a full recital by bassist and composer Ehud Ettun and pianist Andrei Baumann on Tuesday, December 3 at 10 a.m. in Bemis Hall. Ettun is internationally renowned as one of the most unique voices in the jazz and world music scene. He has been leading the COA’s Musical Ear Training class this past fall through the Concord Conservatory of Music. Baumann has performed extensively in North America and teaches at the Lexington Music School. They will perform their new project, The Spirit of Bach, including a selection of pieces by Bach as well as some jazz. Admission is free.
Sing along with the Lincoln Nursery School
December 6 at 10:30 a.m.
Sing along with the children from the Lincoln Nursery School on Friday, December 6 at 10:30 a.m. at Bemis Hall. The kids will visit with their teachers to sing some of their favorite songs. The kids love to share their love of music when people come hear them sing!
Watching winter birds out your window and beyond
December 6 at 1 p.m.
The weather may be cold and the ground covered with snow, but you can still experience the fascinating world of winter birds, even without leaving your home. Join Gwyn Loud and friends on Friday, December 6 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall, when she’ll discuss how birds survive the winter and various approaches to bird-feeding, accompanied by slides from Harold McAleer. Norm Levey will share films and information about winter ducks which visit Flint’s Pond and other water bodies.
Lincoln Academy: Robert Lenington—”Managing Higher Education as a Business”
December 9 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, December 9, at 12:30 to hear Robert Lenington discuss his book Managing Higher Education as a Business. Bring a bag lunch. The Council on Aging will provide beverages and dessert. The lecture will last about an hour, including a question and answer period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion.
Discuss energy at a fireside chat
December 11 at 10 a.m.
If you enjoy a lively, but respectful discussion of topics in the news, come to a “Fireside Chat” with Sharon Antia who will facilitate an exploration of energy on Wednesday, December 11 at 10 a.m. at Bemis Hall. The Chat’s rules are simple: No one is right and no one is wrong. Ask questions to understand and spend little to no time arguing your point. Questioning and answering, a great way to explore issues!
Coffee with artist Barbara O’Brien
December 12 at 2:15 p.m.
Come celebrate Barbara O’Brien’s dazzling exhibit of oil paintings now in the Bemis Hall Artists Gallery at “Coffee with the Artist” on Thursday, December 12 at 2:15 p.m.. Barbara grew up in Lincoln and is well known for leading her tours of Boston and the area. Also well known are her skill and passion for sailing. Barbara enjoys painting in her studio at ArtSpace in Maynard and also on her travels on land and sea. She thinks there’s nothing better than “capturing memories.”
VA health benefits and the application process
December 13 at 10 a.m.
If you or your family member is a veteran, find out if you’re eligible for Veterans Administration (VA) health benefits, what VA health benefits offer, and how to apply when Jacqueline Holiday of the VA comes to Bemis Hall on Friday, December 13 at 10 a.m.. She will give information about the VA’s health system with special information on geriatric care and Agent Orange. Bring your questions and concerns.
Lincoln Academy at the Movies: The hidden wonders of nature
December 13 at 10 a.m.
Come witness the hidden wonder and beauty of nature when the COA shows two TED talks followed by a discussion. First, see the a.m.azing nano-world of nature at its smallest, where grains of sand look like jewels and flowers like oceans of color with fantastic beings, when you view a video of Gary Greenberg’s Beautiful Nano Details of Our World. Then envision the world in a new way and be filled with gratitude for each day with Louie Schwartberg’s time lapse and documentary photography in Nature, Beauty, Gratitude.
Lincoln Academy: Alice Waugh on “The Lincoln Squirrel: Journalism in the Digital Age”
December 16 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, December 16 at 12:30 to hear Alice Waugh discuss “The Lincoln Squirrel: Journalism in the Digital Age.” Bring a bag lunch. The Council on Aging will provide beverages and dessert. The lecture will last about an hour, including a question and answer period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion.
Senior Dining
December 17 at 11:30 a.m.
Lincoln seniors are invited to a gourmet meal in an elegant setting at 11:30 on Tuesday, December 17 at St. Anne’s Church. You must reserve by calling the COA at (781) 259-8811 at least a week ahead even if you have previously attended. The cost of each meal is $5. Caregivers are welcome to come with those for whom they are caring. Let the COA know if you need transportation or a seating partner. The lunch is co-sponsored by the COA, the Friends of the COA, Minuteman Senior Services, and St. Anne’s.
Digital photography: capture your holidays
December 19 at 10:30 a.m.
If you want to make sure you have the best photos of your family for the holidays, come to a workshop with Harold McAleer on digital photography on Thursday, December 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Bemis Hall. Harold will go over taking digital photos with your camera and your phone, then editing and emailing pictures from your computer. If you have a digital camera, bring it along! All are welcome, even if you do not yet have a digital camera and are just thinking about getting one to capture those special holiday moments.
Diabetes medication update with Emerson
December 20 at 1 p.m.
If you or a loved one has diabetes, come hear Christine McLellan of Emerson Hospital’s pharmacy on Friday, December 20 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall. She will discuss the latest information about the kinds of medications available to treat diabetes and how they work, how to choose a.m.ong them, how to take them, side effects and interactions to look out for, and more. Bring your questions and concerns!
Embracing life’s transitions
December 27 at 10 a.m.
Life is full of transitions, some happily anticipated and others that can be unexpected and distressing. How we experience those transitions depends strongly on how we perceive them and adapt to them, while still honoring the losses that any transition brings. Come join Niki Pugach, MSW, of Parmenter VNA and Hospice each fourth Friday at 10 a.m. at Bemis Hall when she leads a discussion of your experiences, thoughts and ideas, and concerns.
Save the dates
February 28 at the New England Aquarium
The New England Aquarium has just undergone a major renovation, including updating the Giant Ocean Tank with more fish than ever and adding a new coral reef and other exhibits. See a bonnethead shark, a blacknose shark, a balloonfish, moon jelly, and much more! Come join the COA on Friday, February 28 and marvel at the wonders of the deep! Look for more details in January.
Something’s Afoot at the Stoneham Theater on March 12
Join the fun for an afternoon matinee of Something’s Afoot at the Stoneham Theatre in Stoneham, MA on Wednesday, March 12 with the COA. This play is full of murder, mystery, music and laughs. Non-refundable tickets are $25 each, partially supported by the Hurff Fund. A Doherty’s bus will leave Lincoln Mall at 1 p.m. Limited to 20 people. To reserve your place, send a check to Joanna Hopkins, 7 Linway Rd., Lincoln MA 01773.
Memoir group open to new members in January
The memoir group is a good place to try out your writing on a supportive audience. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t written a word or if you’ve already written enough for two lifetimes, the group will welcome you and help you move along in the process. (They will also laugh and cry with you sometimes.) If you are interested in joining the group or if you just want to know more before making a commitment, please get in touch with facilitator Connie Lewis (email con.lewis@comcast.net or call 781-259-9415). The group meets on Wednesdays, usually twice a month from 10 a.m. to noon. The schedule for the winter/spring term isn’t set yet, but the first meeting will be on January 15. The cost is $50 if the group continues with the six-meeting schedule or $75 if they decide to meet eight times.
