L-S concerts coming up
The Choral Winter Concert at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School takes place Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m., with the L-S Chorus and select L-S singing groups as well as performances by the Curtis Middle School and Lincoln School choral groups. Music selections include those from America, England, Brazil and Zambia. The Instrumental Winter Concert will be on Thursday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. with performances by the orchestra, concert ,and symphonic bands. Both are free and open to the public. To learn more, visit the L-S Friends of Music website.
COA seeks donated toiletries and other items
During the holidays, Council on Aging staff visit homebound, frail, and needy seniors to deliver baskets full of basic necessities. The COA is collecting new, unopened, unscented, full-sized items to fill the baskets: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, tissues, paper towels, toilet paper, lip balm, deodorant, disposable razors, shaving cream, kitchen sponges, trash bags, laundry soap, socks, coffee and tea, postage stamps, and pharmacy gift cards. Please bring your donations to the Council on Aging in Bemis Hall by Friday, Dec. 7. Questions? Call Abigail at 781-259-8811.
L-S School Committee seeks member
Lincoln and Sudbury residents are invited to apply for a vacancy on the L-S Regional School Committee created by the resignation of member Craig Gruber. The interim position will run from Jan. 8, 2019 and conclude at the end of the Annual Town Meetings for Lincoln and Sudbury in May 2019. At the Regional District Election in March 2019, a successor will be elected to serve the balance of the unexpired term ending in May 2020. Anyone interested should send a statement indicating interest in the position and a resume to be sent to Donna Cakert, L-S District Clerk 390 Lincoln Rd., Sudbury MA 01776 or districtclerk@lsrhs.net by Monday, Dec, 10.
LEAP a capella fundraiser
LEAP, the Lincoln Extended-day Activities Program is hosting its fifth annual A Cappella Night, a fundraising event that supports tuition assistance and enrichment programs, on Saturday, Dec. 15 from 7–9 p.m. Returning for the third time will be the Harvard VoiceLab, and Accent, Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School’s co-ed student run group. There will also be hors d’oeuvre, desserts, a cash bar, raffle items, and a silent auction. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for kids. Email leap0615@gmail.com for more information.
Herscovitch appears at next LOMA
Lara Herscovitch is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, Dec. 10 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7–10 p.m., and Herscovitch will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. Connecticut named Lara, who had five CDs to her credit, as its official State Troubadour. A fierce advocate for human rights, Lara invokes strength in “Let It Begin” from her “Four Wise Monkeys” CD.
LOMA is a monthly event. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Performers can sign up at the event or email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com for a slot. There is a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups.
FELS pie sale a big success
The Foundation for Educators at Lincoln-Sudbury had a record-breaking Thanksgiving Pie Sale to support its mission to award enrichment grants to L-S faculty and staff to pursue their professional and personal interests and passions. A total of 451 pies were sold; 105 of them were donated to food pantries in Lincoln and Sudbury (one pie for every client who came) and others were donated to senior citizen luncheons and members of the Lincoln and Sudbury public safety staff, or ordered as gifts for L-S teachers and staff. The FELS annual appeal is now underway. The annual FELSTalk will be on March 28 at 7 p.m. at L-S.
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