Calendar

A memorial for the late Susan Sugar will take place on Sunday, April 6 at 2 p.m. in the First Parish Church across from the library, with a reception to follow. Sugar died on Nov. 7, 2023 at the age of 90 (click here for her obituary).

How do we navigate our connection with partners, family, and friends with different religious and spiritual traditions? Share your experiences and learn from one another. Sponsored by the First Parish in Lincoln.

Join us for the third meeting of the “Atheists and Other Seekers” discussion group. In a judgment-free setting, we’ll focus on a few keywords that came up at our last discussion. All are welcome, from the atheist to the agnostic to the believer. Sponsored by the First Parish in Lincoln.

The 18th annual L-S Boosters Golf Classic fundraiser kicks off on Friday, May 10 at 7:45 a.m. (breakfast and registration starting at 6:45 a.m.) at the Wayland Country Club (121 Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland. Money raised from this event goes directly to benefit L-S athletic teams at all levels. Over the years, the Boosters have approved grants averaging $50,000 per year totaling over $1.5 million. Click here to register to play, be a sponsor, or come to a post-golf lunch. Raffle tickets are also available online through Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. Click here to purchase raffle tickets. 

Join Ministry Associate Sarah Klockowski and the Racial Justice Advocates for a special screening of “The Law and the Prophets” (2023), a compelling and thorough documentary exposing the systems of oppression that Palestinians face in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Israel. This film features interviews with eight individuals, both Palestinian and Israeli, who explain the laws and policies of the occupation. On her recent solidarity trip to the West Bank, Sarah met four of these modern prophets.

After the screening, we will be joined via Zoom by the filmmaker, Rev. Dr. Joshua Vis, and Rev. Chris DeBlaay. Josh and Chris are peace activists working to educate Americans on the realities of the occupation of Palestine. They lead tours to the region and, along with Sarah, were part of the 23-member delegation that traveled to the West Bank and East Jerusalem in late February. They will present material connected to their recent visit to the West Bank as well as insights from historians, activists, and other thought leaders.

If you will be joining us virtually, please Click here to register in advance for this meeting.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about how to join.

First Parish in Lincoln is hosting international Buddhist teacher Shantum Seth on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. Seth was ordained as a Dharmacharya (Dharma Teacher) by the renowned Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh (Thay) in 2001. He teaches in India and across the world, and leads pilgrimages, called “In the Footsteps of the Buddha” and other multifaith and transformative journeys. He is actively involved in social, environmental and educational programs, including cultivating mindfulness in society with educators, law enforcement, and socially responsible corporations. 

Seth will speak about “The Path of the Buddha… Peace in Oneself, Peace in the World.” He will lead a guided meditation in Thay’s tradition, share his experiences walking with Thay in the footsteps of the Buddha, and discuss a new community to realize Thay’s vision in India: Plum Village II.

For families of rising ninth-graders who’s interested in playing a sport at L-S next year, there will be a sports fair on Monday, June 10 from 6–7 p.m. in the high school gyms. Meet coaches and athletes from every L-S sports team and program. For more information, email athletic_director@lsrhs.net.

Lincoln’s Splash, Mash, Dash Kids’ Triathlon is back on Saturday, June 29 for its 20th year. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Codman Pool. Kids ages 5-14 are invited to participate. Race distances are as follows:

• Ages 5-6:  25m swim (1 length), quarter-mile run (no bike portion)
• Ages 7-8:  25m swim (1 length), one-mile bike ride, half-mile run
• Ages 9-10: 50m swim (2 lengths), two-mile bike; half-mile run
• Ages 11-12: 75m swim (3 lengths), two-bike, 3/4-mile run
• Ages 13-14: 150m swim (6 lengths), four-mile bike, 1 mile run

Racers ages 8 and younger are individually accompanied by a guard in the water. Click here to register ($35 includes a t-shirt and a finisher’s medal). Pick up packets on Friday, June 28 from 12:30–6: p.m. in Hartwell Pod B. Volunteers are also needed during the race; email ginger.reiner@gmail.com if you can help.

See the July 2 News Acorns for details.

Come play Dungeons and Dragons in the library with DM Nikolas Metcalf. Registration required; for ages 11+. Register here.

These gently paced walks are all about the journey, not the destination. They take place on first Tuesdays and mid-month Wednesdays from September 18 through December 11. Click here or more details, dates and locations, and registration.

Get together with friends and families of all ages for a board gaming afternoon at the library on All kinds of games will be provided or bring your own. Ages 6+, no registration necessary.

The Tour de Codman on Sunday, Sept. 22 will start at Codman Farm and will take cyclists on a nine-mile loop through Lincoln along roads and paths, featuring stops at three remote pastures where farm staff and volunteers will give a short talk on the farm’s sustainable, pasture-based agriculture before returning to the farm. All ages welcome, but cyclists must be comfortable maintaining a 10-12 mph pace along Lincoln’s roads. The route will spend as much time as possible on bike paths and quiet roads. Any bike in good working order should suffice. Bring your own water and snacks for the route, and don’t forget your helmet (required). The total time for the ride (including stops) should be under two hours. Click here to register.

The 12th annual Scarecrow Classic 5K to benefit the LLCT takes place on Sunday, Oct. 20 starting at 9:30 a.m. Participants enjoy a course through Lincoln’s roads and trails, with colorful scarecrows along the route and cider donuts at the finish line. Register by Monday, Oct. 7 to guarantee a Scarecrow Classic Tech Shirt on race day. Pre-registration closes the Friday before the race and limited same-day registrations are available. Learn more and register at scarecrowclassic5k.com. The LLCT is also looking for sponsors and volunteers. Email llct@lincolnconservation.org if you can help.

For grades 6 and up. Click here for more information and registration.

Several interfaith experts will discuss on how their religious tradition understands God’s mercy and God’s justice at St. Anne’s-in-the-Fields Church. Specific questions to be addressed include whether God is merciful, just, or both, and who receives God’s justice and mercy. Speakers will be:

• Mohamed Lazzouni (Islamic views) — Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Ligita Ryliskyte (Christian views) — Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Nicholas Ribush (Buddhist views) — Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
• Ruth Langer (Jewish views) — Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Several interfaith experts will discuss on how their religious tradition understands God’s mercy and God’s justice at St. Anne’s-in-the-Fields Church. Specific questions to be addressed include whether God is merciful, just, or both, and who receives God’s justice and mercy. Speakers will be:

• Mohamed Lazzouni (Islamic views) — Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Ligita Ryliskyte (Christian views) — Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Nicholas Ribush (Buddhist views) — Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
• Ruth Langer (Jewish views) — Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Several interfaith experts will discuss on how their religious tradition understands God’s mercy and God’s justice at St. Anne’s-in-the-Fields Church. Specific questions to be addressed include whether God is merciful, just, or both, and who receives God’s justice and mercy. Speakers will be:

• Mohamed Lazzouni (Islamic views) — Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Ligita Ryliskyte (Christian views) — Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Nicholas Ribush (Buddhist views) — Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
• Ruth Langer (Jewish views) — Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Several interfaith experts will discuss on how their religious tradition understands God’s mercy and God’s justice at St. Anne’s-in-the-Fields Church. Specific questions to be addressed include whether God is merciful, just, or both, and who receives God’s justice and mercy. Speakers will be:

• Mohamed Lazzouni (Islamic views) — Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Ligita Ryliskyte (Christian views) — Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. 
• Nicholas Ribush (Buddhist views) — Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
• Ruth Langer (Jewish views) — Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

First Parish in Lincoln Music Director Miranda Loud will lead a Community Singalong for Hope and Solidarity on Monday, Nov. 18 from 6–7 p.m. with songs everyone knows (“If I had a Hammer,” “I’ve Got Peace Like a River,” “We Shall Overcome,” “Down by the Riverside,” “Imagine,” etc.). The event will be in the Stearns Room if it’s too cold outside by the rainbow chairs. People are welcome to bring guitars or hand drums.