Information for upcoming election
The last day to register to vote in the September 6 primary is Saturday, Aug. 27. You can register in person at Town Hall (which will be open on that day from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.) or online at www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr. See this town website to check your voter status and see sample ballots and early voting FAQs. Note that Lincoln is now split into two Mass. House of Representatives districts. Precinct 1 (southwest Lincoln) is in the 13th Middlesex and Precinct 2 (northeast Lincoln) is in the 14th Norfolk.
August 27 is also the first day of early voting in person at Town Hall. Early voting hours for the following week (August 29 – September 2) are 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Town Hall is also open for absentee voting on Friday, Sept. 2 from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Anyone who would like to volunteer at the polls on Election Day should contact Town Clerk Valerie Fox at foxv@lincolntown.org.
Bird programs coming up
Backyard Birds of Lincoln with Mass Audubon
Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 7–8 p.m.
You’ll meet a variety of birds, from song birds to raptors while learning about their habitat needs and adaptations. Join us in the Lincoln Library’s Tarbell Room to understand the impacts of climate change on birds, and how you can help the birds in your own backyard.
Beginner Bird Walk at Drumlin Farm
Saturday, Sept. 10 from 7:30–9:30 a.m.
New to birding and unsure where to start? Learn the ins and outs of this exciting hobby from Mass Audubon teacher naturalists on this guided bird walk at Drumlin Farm. Enjoy learning a simple, logical approach to field identification while exploring the beautiful 291-acre wildlife sanctuary. Learn how to navigate your field guide and some popular birding apps. We’ll review observation tips and how to you can confidently land on a positive identification. Meet at the Education Learning Center. Click here to register (required).
Register for in-town youth soccer
The 2022-23 Lincoln Youth Soccer season for grades K-2 kicks off on Saturday, Sept. 10 and runs through October 29. Register at www.lincolnsoccer.com (note that registration covers both fall and spring seasons). Grades K-1 will practice from 8–9 a.m. and grade 2 from 9–10 a.m.
LYS is always looking for parent volunteers for assistant coaching. Click here or contact sallyannecoleman@gmail.com if you have questions or would like to get involved.
Family concert to benefit food pantry
LincFam presents a family concert to benefit the SVdP Lincoln and Weston Food Pantry on Wednesday, Sept. 14 from 3:30–5 p.m. on the Pierce House lawn. Bring chairs and blankets to a concert by songwriter and Lincoln parent Kat Chapman and enjoy offerings from Chillwagon Ice Cream. Suggested donation: $20 per car/family, and food items are welcome. All proceeds benefit the food pantry.
Station Park anniversary open house
Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lincoln Garden Club volunteers maintaining Station Park at an open house on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m.–noon at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Ridge Road, just across Lincoln Road from the mall at Lincoln Station. Light refreshments will be served, and the farmers’ market will be open across the street with produce, crafts, and music. Information on the park’s history and how to join the Lincoln Garden Club will be also available.
The Commons wins kudos for independent living
The Commons in Lincoln has been named one of the best senior living communities in the country by U.S. News & World Report. The Commons was the only community in Massachusetts to be recognized in the magazine’s inaugural edition of Best Senior Living for independent living.
In a survey of more than 3,000 facilities nationwide, residents recognized The Commons independent living community for its responsive management and skilled staff, variety of life enrichment activities, safety, gourmet food and dining options, friendly dining staff, robust variety of meals, excellent local transportation, helpful billing department, and prompt and thorough housekeeping, among other features.
In addition to being a Best Senior Living community, The Commons is a two-time U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Home and has also been named as having some of the best skilled nursing and rehabilitation care in the country.
Notify Conservation Department of downed trees on trails
If you come across any trees blocking Lincoln trails, please email a photo with the location and approximate diameter of the tree to conservation@lincolntown.org. You can help the land management team by removing any small branches you come across along the trail system.
Does it bother you that Station Park’s OUTDOOR event is being promoted as an “Open HOUSE”?
I think the Garden Club should be charged with Second Degree Deceit–more serious than a misdemeanor but not reaching the level of a felony.