The Lincoln Public Library will present virtual events hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library in collaboration with several Massachusetts libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln Library. Advance registration required. Details and registration.
The Lincoln-Sudbury alumni soccer game will be held on Saturday, Nov. 26 at noon. It’s a casual game for alumni from any era. RSVP on this Facebook page. Questions? Email Tim Mangini at tim_mangini@wgbh.org.
Join a wreath-making class in Codman Community Farms greenhouse on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 2–4 p.m. Using fresh evergreen branches, Codman grown dried flowers, seed pods, fruits, and foraged elements, you’ll learn how to design and make an all-natural wreath to decorate your home for the holidays. All course materials and tools provided, plus some delicious treats from our farm and local vendors. Bring a beverage of your choice. Cost: $95; click here to register. Masks optional. Questions? Email jess@codmanfarm.org.
“Nutcrackers: A Colorful History” will take place via Zoom on Thursday, Dec. 1 at 11 a.m. You may never have given those funny painted statues much thought, but the history of nutcrackers involves the development of tools from the Stone Age to the Industrial Age. Led by art historian Mary Woodward, who serves as a guide at several Historic New England properties. Register for the Zoom link here. This virtual event is hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library, in collaboration with several Massachusetts libraries. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln Library.
The L-S Music Department will present their annual Pops Concert on Thursday, December 1 at 7:30pm in the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School Auditorium. This family-friendly concert is free and open to the public and concessions will be sold during intermission.
The concert will feature performances by the talented String Orchestra, Concert & Treble Choirs, Chamber Singers, and Concert and Symphonic Bands. For the finale, 120 music students will unite for the joyous performance of “Sleigh Ride.”
The entire repertoire for the performance is selected by the students. It will feature: a Marvel Movie Theme by the Concert Band showcasing a medley from the Guardians of the Galaxy and from Guardians 2 and “Mr. Blue Sky” by Electric Light Orchestra as well as an Animated Movie Theme by the Symphonic Band with music from “The Incredibles”, composed by Michael Giacchino and “Arabian Nights” from “Aladdin” by Alana Menken and Howard Ashman. The Treble & Concert Choirs will sing “Louder than Words” (from “tick, tick…BOOM!”) by Jonathan Larson, arranged Mac Huff; “Scars to Your Beautiful” by Alessia Cara, arranged Mac Huff; “Rewrite the Stars” (from “The Greatest Showman”) by Pasek and Paul, arranged Roger Emerson and “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” (from “Mulan”) by Wilder and Zippel. Chamber Singers will perform “Good King Kong” by PDQ Bach and “That Lonesome Road” by James Taylor, arranged Simon Carrington. The String Orchestra will present a program including highlights from “Beauty and the Beast” arranged by Calvin Custer and selections from “Les Miserables” arranged by Larry Moore.
The concert will air in both Sudbury and Lincoln on Comcast channel 9/Verizon channel 32, and will live stream here.
To learn more about the LSRHS Music Program, visit L-S Friends of Music at www.lsfom.org.
“Celebrating Collaborations: Sings and Strings” with Music Street will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Bemis Hall. Music Street Artistic Director Diana Katzenberg Braun celebrates her work as a collaborative pianist in a concert with
award-winning Boston musicians Li-Mei Liang (violin), Alan Toda-Ambaras (cello), Hannah Meloy (soprano), and David Mather (baritone). Sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln Public Library.
December 6th at Hartwell Tavern/Battle Road Trail: Meet at the Hartwell Tavern Parking Lot. Use “112 N Great Rd, Lincoln, MA 01773” in Google Maps.
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Since 2017, John Calabria has been leading walks on Lincoln conservation land to people of all ages who want to enjoy a gently paced, observation-focused exploration of nature. Free and open to all. Registration is encouraged but not required. Registered participants will receive an email reminder a week before each walk and on the day of the walk with detailed parking directions and weather updates. More information and updates will be posted on this page. Those who prefer a phone call/text reminder can request this service from the Council on Aging & Human Services by calling 781-259-8811.
Please fill out this form to register.
These walks are gently paced but do cover rough terrain and may have some elevation change. Participants are encouraged to wear sturdy footwear and/or bring walking poles. Co-sponsored by Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and Lincoln’s Council on Aging and Human Services.
The Lincoln Library Film Society presents Umberto D. (1952, Italian with subtitles) on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. This neorealist masterpiece by Vittorio De Sica follows an elderly pensioner as he strives to make ends meet during Italy’s postwar economic recovery. Alone except for his dog, Flike, Umberto’s simple quest to satisfy his basic needs — food, shelter, companionship — makes for one of the most heartbreaking stories ever filmed, and an essential classic of world cinema.
Come to 10 Meadowdam Rd. in Lincoln on Friday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m.–noon to purchase beautiful cloth napkins and meet Omnia and William, South Sudanese Americans who are part of the South Sudanese Enrichment for Families‘ sewing project. All proceeds go to SSEF’s Women’s Program.
The annual L-S Cabaret Concert on Friday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. will feature a capella groups, vocal soloists, symphonic and concert jazz ensembles and jazz combos. Admission is $5. L-S Friends of Music will have tasty snacks and beverages available for sale, including cheese plates and dessert. Join us in the L-S Café. To learn more about the LSRHS Music Program, visit L-S Friends of Music at www.lsfom.org.
Everyone is invited to Wreck the Halls, an all-ages holiday drag show hosted by local teen drag queen Velvet Vision on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. in Bemis Hall. Also appearing are drag queens, kings, and in-betweens that will knock your stockings off: Bozo, Andi With An I, Stabitha Christie, Zalad, Ben A. Flick, and and Zeizar. Tickets are $7 at the door, free for those under 11 (tipping encouraged), or buy in advance here.
Join us for a musical book-signing celebrating Sarah Jane Nelson’s book, Ballad Hunting with Max Hunter: Stories of an Ozark Folksong Collector, in the Clark Gallery on Sunday, Dec. 18 from 3–6 p.m. The event will feature fiddle music by the High Strung Strummers (a duo specializing in the old-time dance music of Appalachia and Anglo-American ballads), ballad singing, and a “Crankie” folk art performance.
Originally from Brazil, Sulinha’s trio features songs in the style of bossa nova and baiao, and you will see Brazilian instruments like berimbau and bandolin. Her trio features Sulinha on vocals and acoustic guitar, Ian Coury on Bandolin and Erico Menino on percussion. All ages welcome. No registration necessary.
Jodi Gorman, registered dietitian/nutritionist and owner of Happy Jars, will lead a cooking class for children aged 10 and up to teach basic cooking skills and simple, nutritious soup recipes at the Lincoln Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 11. Sign up for one of two sessions: 2–3 p.m. or 3:30–4:30 p.m. Space is limited; register by emailing sfeather@minlib.net. Please indicate which session you’d like to attend and whether you have any dietary restrictions.
Lincoln’s voting precincts (click to enlarge)
Come meet Lincoln’s new state Representative, Carmine Gentile (Precinct 1, west Lincoln), on Saturday, Jan. 21 in Bemis Hall. For many years, Rep. Tom Stanley was Lincoln’s representative, but in the recent redistricting, Lincoln was split into two districts along its voting precinct line. Get acquainted with Gentile, hear his perspectives on important issues and policies, and ask questions. The event starts at 2:30 p.m. with refreshments and conversation, and the meeting starts promptly at 3 p.m. Hosted by the Lincoln Democratic Town Committee but open to all, regardless of party affiliation.
NOTE: Rep. Alice Peisch was originally scheduled to attend as well, but she had to bow out and will reschedule a session in Lincoln for another time.
Meet artist Fares Alti and see his photos at the opening and reception at the Lincoln Public Library main art gallery on Sunday, Jan. 22 from 2-4 p.m.
Gentile will hold virtual office hours for constituents (which include residents of southwestern Lincoln in Precinct 1) on Friday, Jan. 27. Meetings will take place via Microsoft Teams video call from 10 a.m.–noon. Any constituent who wishes to speak to him may sign up for a 20-minute time slot by emailing his legislative aide, Ravi Simon (a Lincoln resident), at ravi.simon@mahouse.gov. Constituents signing up for a meeting must provide their full name, address, phone number, email, and their discussion topic.
Insight Boston, a not-for-profit organization that offers personal growth and development seminars for “teaching practical ways to live from your heart,” will host a rock ‘n roll dance party at Bemis Hall on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 6:30–10 p.m. Graduates of Insight Seminars, their friends and loved ones, and Lincoln residents are invited. This adult-only (18+) event is free.
There will be light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks available, as well as information about Insight seminars. Please RSVP and address any questions to Stephanie Kramp (stephkramp@yahoo.com).
See “Winter Carnival kicks off this Friday” for details on activities.