Winter Carnival skating replaced with new event
Due to mushy and unsafe ice conditions, the community ice skating that was to be held on Saturday, Jan. 28 on the cemetery pond from noon-3 p.m. has been cancelled. Instead, there will be ab all-ages game of Capture the Flag in Pierce Park from 12:30-2:30 p.m. that day. Rules will be explained when players arrive. There will be two teams; those with last names beginning with the letters A-K will be on the blue team and should wear blue clothing. Those with last names beginning with L-Z will be on the red team and should wear red clothing. There will be extra uniforms for those in need. No sign up—just show up.
Teacher’s book sale on Feb. 8
There will be a Teacher’s Valentine’s Day Book Sale on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 4-7 p.m. in the Bemis Hall basement, offering gently used books including children’s series, chapter books, early readers, nonfiction, professional books and more. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Lincoln Library.