“Kiss the Ground” film and speaker panel
Registration is now open for a screening of “Kiss the Ground” followed by a speaker panel on Tuesday, Feb. 15 (film starting at 6 p.m., speakers at 7 p.m.). The 2020 documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson looks at a “new, old approach” to farming called regenerative agriculture. The speakers will be:
- Ryland Englehart, co-founder of Kiss the Ground
- Mohammad Hannan, owner of Hanna Agro Farms in Lincoln
- Rachel Neurath, soil microbial ecologist
- Pete Lowy, manager of Codman Community farms
The film is sponsored by the new Healthy Soils/Livable Future working group that includes members of Codman Community Farms, the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust, and Mothers Out Front. Healthy Soils Series workshops will be combination in-person (at Codman Farm) and online in March, April, and May (details TBA). Click here to register for the February 15 event (“Kiss the Ground” can be viewed for free any time from February 12–15). Click here for other Codman Community Farms events.
Senior lunches are back
Dine-in or carry-out lunches for residents age 60+ are back. The first will be on Friday, Feb. 18 from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Call the Council on Aging & Human Services at 781-259-8811 to sign up (space is limited).
Lincolnite John Lynch in “Puffs”
John Lynch
Lincoln resident John Lynch is in the cast of “Puffs, Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic (One-Act for Young Wizards)” presented by Theater III in Acton. “Puffs” is written by Matt Cox, directed by Alison Walters-Short, and produced by Linda Minkoff. Performances are February 11, 12, 17, and 18 at 8 p.m. and February 13 at 2 p.m. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. Masks and proof of vaccination are required for all audience members. All cast and crew members will be tested for Covid-19 prior to each performance (actors will perform unmasked).
Adult ed classes at the high school
Register for a spring class through Lincoln-Sudbury Adult & Community Education. Explore a new hobby, enrich your personal or professional skills, or learn about something new. Go to LSRHS.net/community/Adult_Ed to enroll. Classes are held on various dates but the earliest one begins on March 2.
February vacation activities for kids
The Lincoln Public Library and the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum are offering programs for kids during the upcoming February break.
At the library:
Virtual Family Bingo
Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m.
The whole family can play at home as bingo caller extraordinaire Sally Kindleberger reads off the numbers. Registrants will receive printable bingo cards (also available at the library). Limited to 20 families. Email dleopold@minlib.net to register and receive the Zoom invite.
Murder Mystery Party
Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 3 p.m.
The mysterious Mrs. Crimson has committed a thievery spree that affects multiple local characters. Come to the library’s Crimson Hall to figure out her schemes and return her to justice! Sign up to be a character and come prepared to work together to solve the mystery. Designed for children aged 12+. Space is limited; email SFeather@minlib.net to sign up (there will be a second session if demand warrants).
Make the Night Sparkle
Thursday, Feb. 24 at 4 p.m.
Light up the winter night by decorating a lantern, listening to a cozy story, and taking part in a twinkling light parade around the library. For children of all ages. Email dleopold@minlib.net to register.
Vacation Week Boredom Buster Bags
Beginning on February 14, families can fill out a quick form to receive a bag full of librarian-picked books. Your bag will include a variety of books (craft, cooking, game/activity, science experiments, etc.), plus a family movie and read-aloud book. Pickup will be at the library during vacation week.
Click here to see all children’s activities at the library.
At the deCordova (click on an activity title):
ARTfull February Vacation
February 23-25 from 1–2 p.m.
For children ages 5-12. Aspiring artists will create collages inspired by Jeffrey Gibson’s newest installation featuring giant fringe cubes. $18 non-member adults, free for members and non-member children.
About February Break: ARTfull Vacation Class
February 22-25 from 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Children in grades K-2 can imagine, build, sculpt, and illustrate with tactile art-making materials ranging from fiber to art foam. $128 for members, $160 for non-members.
Clay on the Wheel for Teens
February 23-25 from 1–3 p.m.
Teens in grades 7-12 of any skill level will learn the art of creating with clay on the pottery wheel, from the basics and the purely functional to sculptural throwing exercises. $180 for members, $225 for nonmembers.
Click here to see activities for all ages at the deCordova.