James named to School Committee
Jen James will join the School Committee as an interim member to fill the unexpired term of Trintje Gnazzo until the town election in March 2022. Jen was appointed by majority vote of a joint meeting on August 12 of the School Committee and the Select Board as required by state law. She was among five candidates interviewed at a joint meeting of the School Committee and Select Board.
“In selecting Jen, we considered that her experience serving on the School Committee in the past could help her acclimate quickly, which is not easy to do when all meetings are being conducted remotely,” the committee said in a statement. “Jen’s experience leading AIDE [antiracist, inclusion, diversity, and equity] work in multiple nonprofit and educational settings will be an asset to the committee and will help propel this work forward.”
Daffodil bulb fundraiser for SSEF
Help fund preschool attendance for children aided by the Lincoln-based South Sudanese Enrichment for Families. The deadline to order bulbs is Sunday, Sept. 12 (choose from four pickup locations in Lincoln, Concord and Arlington). Questions? Email SSEF Executive Director Susan Winship at susanwinship@comcast.net.
Program for new empty-nesters
Embracing Change, a Lincoln nonprofit, is offering a four-session program focused on helping parents transition into or through the empty-nest period with ease and fun. They give parents the opportunity to connect, design, and redefine this new stage of life. Sessions are on four consecutive Wednesdays from 1–3 p.m. at the Pierce House. The program is free but the material fee is $40. Limit of 16 people due to the pandemic. Click here to register.
Wednesday, Sept. 8: “Navigating Transitions through Productive Communication with Adult Children”
Dr. Teresa Simonelli will discuss how we can positively address concerns, emotions and transitions by using productive communication skills with young adults. A “welcome tea” will precede the session from 1–1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 15: “What’s Next: Finding Your Purpose, Designing Your Journey”
As parents adapt and adjust to life without children at home, they may reassess their personal satisfaction with how they spend their time and contemplate what might be next. You’ll leave with goals and a map to chart your own path and personal journey.
Wednesday, Sept. 22: “Expanding Your Horizons: Delving into New Activities and Careers”
Attendees will explore activities and careers and then hear from several guests who have changed careers and explored new interests after their children left home.
Wednesday, Sept. 29: “Ready, Set, Go and It’s All About Relationships”
Attendees will share tips on how to care for aging parents while taking care of themselves and their families, and will leave prepared for that sometimes awkward question, “So what are you doing now?” as career and leadership coach Patty Levy jump-starts each participant’s own distinctive elevator pitch.
Early music concert at St. Anne’s
The Henry Purcell Society of Boston, founded and directed by Lincoln resident Jessica Cooper, is presenting the group’s first Lincoln concert on Friday, Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. at St. Anne’s-in-the-Fields Church. Concerto Italiano features early-music specialists Cristiano Contadin on Venetian and viola da gamba, soprano Amanda Forsythe, and Susanna Ogata and Christina Day Martinson on violin. The theme of Italian influence is reflected in works by Bach, Telemann, Buxtehude, and Purcell. There will hold a reception following the concert to meet the musicians. Tickets are $28 ($20 for students).
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