Juneteenth films and online exhibit
In honor of Juneteenth and its history, the Lincoln Public Library is offering two films and an online special display about the new state and federal holiday. Online Special Displays will be an ongoing project to highlight the library’s collection and various websites that patrons may find informative, as well as and streaming video available through its Kanopy subscription.
Friday, June 18 at 12:00 p.m.
Into the Fire, 1861-1896 — an episode of the PBS series The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross (2013) featuring Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Learn more and view the trailer on Kanopy here. Register for the film screening on Zoom here. Please contact Kate at ktranquada@minlib.net with any questions.
Saturday, June 19 at 12:00 p.m.
Miss Juneteenth (2020). Learn more and view the trailer on Kanopy here. Register for the film screening on Zoom here. Please contact Robin at rrapoport@minlib.net with any questions.
Riverfest 2021 activities this weekend
Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Wild and Scenic Rivers (SuAsCo) is offering free guided group activities on and along portions of the three rivers on June 19 and June 20 during the 22nd annual Riverfest celebration. Activities will include cycling, paddling, nature and history walks, and many children’s activities including fishing lessons, a Snakes of the World presentation, and an exhibit on reptiles that live along river banks.
One guided boating group will depart from the canoe landing parking lot on Route 117 in Lincoln, and others will launch from sites in neighboring towns. Multiple community activities will be held at the historic Old Manse in Concord. See a complete list of this weekend’s events. For more information about the Wild and Scenic Rivers and River Stewardship Council, click here.
Summer concerts at Codman Pool
The following free summer concerts will take place on three Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Codman Pool, courtesy of the Parks and Recreation Department. Click here for details. Concerts will be cancelled or rescheduled for rain; check LincolnRec.com for updates.
- July 14 — Kat Chapman Trio
- July 21 — Knock on Wood
- July 28 — Marc Berger
Summer concerts at deCordova
- July 1 — Dzidzor: Poetry, music and African folklore
- July 15 — Zaira Meneses and Friends: San Jarocho music
- July 29 — The Kevin Harris Project: Jazz trio blending the traditional and contemporary
- August 5 — Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band: Engaging, contemporary Jewish music
Performances will take place on the lawn at deCordova at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35 fo adults and $15 for children; click here to purchase. Please bring a picnic blanket or chairs if desired. In case of rain, performances will be rescheduled for a Thursday in August. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Lincoln Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Lincoln resident graduates from Cotting School
Zoe Clapp, daughter of Pamela Clapp of Lincoln and Andre Clapp of Somerville, graduated from Cotting School in Lexington on June 5 as a member of the school’s 127th graduating class. Zoe received the the school’s Award for Improved Adaptability, given to recognize a graduate who has shown an increased willingness to try new things, no matter how challenging they may be. The Cotting School enables students with special needs to achieve their highest learning potential and level of independence.
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