Help clear invasives behind future community center

As part of the project to improve the space around the upcoming community center, residents are invited to help clear invasive plants behind the LEAP pod from 9:00am–noon on Saturday, April 19 and Monday, April 21, with a third session on Tuesday, April 22 if needed. Bring loppers, clippers, gloves and eye protection. Electric chain saws and clippers are also helpful. Fo more information, call Peter von Mertens at 781-259-8942.

Photo exhibition features Lincoln residents

“Morning Wetlands in Lincoln II” by Linda Hammett Ory (click to enlarge)

Lincoln resident Linda Hammett Ory is exhibiting two of her photos at Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts sixth annual juried members’ exhibition from April 17 through May 9. The exhibition of work by 36 photographers is curated by Lincoln resident Emily Belz, is a RISD-trained photographer, curator, and educator. Linda’s love of nature is her strongest photographic inspiration, and many of her images are taken while exploring the landscape of Lincoln and Concord.

Garden Club plant sale in May

The Lincoln Garden Club will host their biennial plant sale on Saturday, May 10 from 11:00am–2:00pm at Station Park (corner of Lincoln Road and Ridge Road). The plants come from our members’ gardens, the parks we maintain, and from generous donors around town. If you have plants to donate, dropoff is from 8:00–10:00am. There will also be garden paraphernalia for sale such as hand-made garden cloches and bluebird nesting boxes as well as native plugs ordered from North Creek Nurseries (blue mist, Appalachian mountain mint, and barren strawberry). Many garden club members have seen jumping worm activity on their property. If you haven’t, please don’t purchase plants from the sale to avoid spread. 

Period house restorer to speak

Massachusetts-based author and preservationist Lee McColgan, author of A House Restored: The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial, will speak on Thursday, May 15 from 6:30–7:30pm in the Lincoln School’s Learning Commons. Please RSVP here so organizers can plan refreshments. In his book, McColgan tells of restoring his 1704 colonial home in Pembroke using period techniques and tools after learning from plasterers, carpenters, and other tradespeople. 

Video on school project available

Lincoln School project architects SMMA/EwingCole created this eight-minute video about the school project featuring images and clips with architects and school officials talking about the building, its Modernist roots, and how its design was driven by (and has affected) how learning takes place.

Six volunteers from Lincoln recognized

As part of National Volunteer Week, Lincolnites Vicky Diadiuk, Bryn Gingrich, Deborah Grace, Judith Kittredge, and Martin Pierce have been recognized for their work with English at Large, a nonprofit organization that helps adult immigrants gain greater understanding of the English language and U.S. culture through personalized instructional programs.

First Parish to stage standout for justice

Join First Parish in Lincoln on Friday, April 18 from 11:00am–2:00pm for an act of public witness in solidarity with those being targeted by the current administration’s actions. Gather at 11:00am in the Stearns Room (4 Bedford Rd.) for sign-making, organizing, and community grounding. Then from 12:00–2:00pm, we will stand out on our church lawn (and possibly across the street in front of the twisted tree depending on numbers). Come for part of the event or stay the full time. If you’d like to help with providing materials and snacks or drinks, contact Sarah Klockowski at sarah@fplincoln.org. Special activities and sign-making station for kids.

Eyes on Owls at Farrington Nature Linc

Farrington Nature Linc and LLCT are hosting Eyes on Owls on Monday, April 21 from 1:00–2:00pm at Nature Linc’s campus (295 Cambridge Turnpike). Learn how to hoot like an owl before meeting six ambassador animals in a live demonstration. This is a ticketed event ($12 or $35 for a family pack); click here to purchase.

Wine/beer tasting benefits domestic violence group

The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable invites the public to a free wine and beer tasting to support its annual Shower for Shelters at Spirits Liquor Store (4 Digital Way, suite 3, Maynard) on Friday, April 25 from 6:30–8:30pm. There will also be a brief presentation by a survivor. Please bring a new, unwrapped housewarming gift for clients of Reach Beyond Domestic Violence, and Voices Against Violence. Requested items include linens (twin sheets and pillowcases, blankets, comforters, pillows), towels and face cloths, unscented cleaning products and laundry detergent, laundry baskets, kitchen utensils, flatware, dishes, drinking glasses, and small kitchen appliances. Gift cards for supermarkets, Target, Walmart, CVS, and Walgreen’s are also welcome. To make a cash donation, please visit the Roundtable website and note that the donation is for Shower for Shelters.

Library stages Lincoln Comic-Con

The first annual Lincoln Library Comic-Con, a day of nerdy adventure and fun, takes place on Saturday, April 26 from 11:00am–4:00pm. Learn to wield a lightsaber in a Padawan training taught by Jedi, discover “Magic: The Gathering,” make your own zine with author/illustrator Sarah Lynne Reul, find out about how to make your own cosplays with a local expert — plus scavenger hunts, Mario Kart, mini painting and more. Bring lunch for a picnic n the awn and make a day of it. Advance registration to get behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of activities is encouraged but not required. Click here for the full schedule.

Lincoln Dems to caucus for state convention

The Lincoln Democratic Town Committee (LDC) will elect delegates on Saturday, May 10 at Bemis Hall for the state convention (doors open at 9:30am and close at 10:15am). Six delegates and four alternates will represent Lincoln in Springfield on September 13. All are welcome, but only registered Democrats may vote. Youth age 16 and up, people with disabilities, people of color, veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who aren’t elected as delegates or alternates are encouraged to apply at the caucus or online to be add-on delegates. Those interested in getting involved with the LDC may contact Travis Roland at travis89roland@gmail.com.

Lincoln250 essay contest for L-S students

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Lincoln250 and Sudbury250 committees invite Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School students to enter an essay contest to reflect on the historical significance of this milestone and explore how the history of our local communities has shaped our understanding of American history and the foundational ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy. Three students will be awarded a prize of $200 each, along with recognition at a special award ceremony. Submission deadline is Friday, May 2. Click here for details.

Lincoln Middle School students recognized in history competition

At the Mass. History Day state competition regional competition on April 12, Miles Wang received a special prize from the Mass. Council for the Social Studies for outstanding use of multiple perspectives for his exhibit titled “Shhh — You Have the Right to Remain Silent: The Story of the Miranda Rights.” Maya Iluri received honorable mention for her paper, “The French Protectorate Over Cambodia: A Tale of Wrongs, Rights, and Responsibilities” (one spot away from qualifying for the national competition). And fifth-graders Graham Onigman, Josh Murphy, Samir Stauffer, and Jaida Fishbone were one of the few groups who had their documentary (“Climbing Toward Equality: The Fight for Disability Rights”) shown on the auditorium screen prior to the start of the awards ceremony.