Video and discussion on Mexican border issues
Parishioners from First Parish in Lincoln who traveled to the Arizona-Mexico border in November will present a 20-minute video about their experiences on Sunday, March 5 at noon at St. Anne’s in-the-Fields Episcopal Church. The video includes photographs from the trip and interviews with six participants sharing what they learned about the complex issues of migration and border security. Following the film, there will be time for questions and discussion as well as a potluck lunch.
Play-reading group invites new members
A play-reading group led by Sally Kindleberger will read the comic play God of Carnage (winner of the 2009 Tony Award for best play) at its next meeting on Tuesday, March 7 at 11 a.m. in Bemis Hall New participants of all ages are invited. No experience necessary; scripts are provided. The group meets on the first two Tuesdays of each month. For more information, call Kindleberger at 781-259-1169.
Lincoln photographer in Griffin Museum show
“Red Ladder” by Mark Levinson.
Lincoln photographer Mark Levinson will be exhibiting in “Photography Atelier 25” as part of a group show of student artwork at the Griffin Museum of Photography from March 9-31. The public is invited to attend the opening reception, 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 9 at the Griffin Museum (67 Shore Road, Winchester, Mass., 01890). The Atelier is a course for intermediate and advanced photographers offered by the museum.
Alzheimer’s Association sponsors deCordova tour
Research has clearly shown that staying active is the most powerful way to manage Alzheimer’s and other dementias. To provide those living with mild Alzheimer’s disease or other memory disorder with opportunities for social engagement, the Alzheimer’s Association’s Massachusetts/New Hampshire chapter will host a guided tour of the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum on Friday, March 10 at 10:30 a.m. The tour is free, but reservations are required; call 800-272-3900.
The event is part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Alz Meet Up program. “We are excited to start offering engaging activities year round through this program,” said Melody Bushmich, manager of early stage engagement programs at the Alzheimer’s Association. “We want to create a stigma-free environment for diagnosed individuals and their care partners that will also present an opportunity to form much-needed bonds.” Alz Meet Ups are a part of the Alzheimer’s Association Power+Purpose campaign, which aims to offer those Alzheimer’s the resources to continue living their lives as close to normal for as long as possible.
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