All are welcome to a community gathering to sing, dance, and celebrate the shared humanity of all people with kirtan musicians on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 2–4 p.m. at St. Anne’s in the Fields Church. Musicians will include Prajna Hallstrom on vocals and harmonium, Richard Davis on vocals and guitar, Mel Fitzhugh on bass, Jimmie (Gurucharan) Rutter on tabla, and Steven Schatz on piano, along with Kailia Star and Kim Childs singing response. RSVPs are appreciated; email Hallstrom at shaktimata108@gmail.com. A donation of $15 is suggested to cover the facility rental.
There will be a memorial service for Robert “Bob” Lemire on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. at the First Parish Church in Lincoln. Lemire, who died in June at age 89, was active in local and national conservation groups and was founder of Lexia Learning.
The Friends of the Lincoln Library present their annual “Opera for Everyone” series on three Sundays from 2–3:30 p.m. at the library. Opera lecturer Erika Reitshamer returns to enlighten, inspire and entertain while passing along her vast knowledge of opera and opera lore to Boston’s educational institutions. Her last offering for Lincoln Library was a lecture on “It Takes Two to Duet,” just in time for Valentine’s Day on February 12, 2022.
- October 23 —Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love”
- October 30 — Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville”
- November 6 — Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers”
Click here for plot details.
For the animal lovers among us, drop by for a short and sweet, family-friendly “Blessing of the Animals” pet blessing service with First Parish in Lincoln co-minister Kit Novotny on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. The service will be held outside on the front lawn near the rainbow chairs, with guitar.
Join us for a free evening of art, cocktails, and estate planning at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. There will be a private tour led by Senior Curator Sarah Montross of the New Formations exhibit followed by a discussion about how thoughtful planning may strengthen your present finances, reduce taxes, and fulfill both charitable and personal aspirations: “What is Your Legacy?” with Drew McMorrow, President and CEO Ballentine Partners, and “Elements of a Good Estate Plan and Ways to Include Philanthropy” with Julia Satti Cosentino, partner at Nutter, McClennen, and Fish. The event is free but advance registration to reserve a spot is required.
Join Nate Klug, co-minister of the First Parish in Lincoln, for a beer or soda at the monthly “Theology on Tap” discussion on Friday, Oct. 28 from 4:30–6 p.m. at the Tack Room. The month’s topic: “What is a saint?” Just in time for Halloween (All Hallows Eve) and All Saints/All Souls Day, we’ll review some of the wildly various notions of sainthood that different religions have put forward over time. What did Martin Luther mean when he said that everyone was “equally saint and sinner”? Who do you think of as a saint in your life – and why? No sainthood required to join the discussion, just a thirsty spirit!
The Friends of the Lincoln Library present their annual “Opera for Everyone” series on three Sundays from 2–3:30 p.m. at the library. Opera lecturer Erika Reitshamer returns to enlighten, inspire and entertain while passing along her vast knowledge of opera and opera lore to Boston’s educational institutions. Her last offering for Lincoln Library was a lecture on “It Takes Two to Duet,” just in time for Valentine’s Day on February 12, 2022.
- October 23 —Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love”
- October 30 — Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville”
- November 6 — Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers”
Click here for plot details.
The Lincoln-Sudbury Friends of Music (LSFOM) will host “An Evening of Classical Piano for Autumn” on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. in the high school’s Kirschner Auditorium featuring romantic classical pieces performed by pianist Sebastian Castillo. Tickets at the door are $5 for students and $10 for adults. All proceeds will go to the LSFOM, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting and enriching the music program at L-S by supplementing the music department budget and offering opportunities to complement and extend the music curriculum.
All are invited to a free concert by renowned Boston-area blues vocalist Toni Lynn Washington on Friday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. in Bemis Hall. Washington has won the Boston Blues Festival Lifetime Achievement Award, had seven Blues Music Award nominations, and released five CDs. This event is generously sponsored by Margo Cooper in celebration of her mother Ronna Cooper’s life.
There will be a concert featuring Lincoln’s Dadda band to raise money for the American Heart Association in honor of Tony Buendia, who died in Lincoln in July at age 45, on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 2–4:30 p.m. at 4 Millstone Lane in Lincoln. Free to enter; BYOB with a limited cash bar. Make a donation (cash only) and get a T-shirt.
The Friends of the Lincoln Library present their annual “Opera for Everyone” series on three Sundays from 2–3:30 p.m. at the library. Opera lecturer Erika Reitshamer returns to enlighten, inspire and entertain while passing along her vast knowledge of opera and opera lore to Boston’s educational institutions. Her last offering for Lincoln Library was a lecture on “It Takes Two to Duet,” just in time for Valentine’s Day on February 12, 2022.
- October 23 —Donizetti’s “The Elixir of Love”
- October 30 — Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville”
- November 6 — Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers”
Click here for plot details.
Enter your artwork by November 9 for the Lincoln Arts Show that takes place on Friday, Nov. 11–Sunday, Nov. 13 from noon–5 p.m. at the Pierce House. The show is open to all ages, all creative arts, and all levels of experience; the only requirement is that entrants be affiliated with Lincoln in some way. Stop by to view or purchase local artwork! All ages and media welcome. Meet the artists submitting art to the show on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5–7 p.m. See lincolnma.myrec.com for details or call 781-259-0784.
Enter your artwork by November 9 for the Lincoln Arts Show that takes place on Friday, Nov. 11–Sunday, Nov. 13 from noon–5 p.m. at the Pierce House. The show is open to all ages, all creative arts, and all levels of experience; the only requirement is that entrants be affiliated with Lincoln in some way. Stop by to view or purchase local artwork! All ages and media welcome. Meet the artists submitting art to the show on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5–7 p.m. See lincolnma.myrec.com for details or call 781-259-0784.
Enter your artwork by November 9 for the Lincoln Arts Show that takes place on Friday, Nov. 11–Sunday, Nov. 13 from noon–5 p.m. at the Pierce House. The show is open to all ages, all creative arts, and all levels of experience; the only requirement is that entrants be affiliated with Lincoln in some way. Stop by to view or purchase local artwork! All ages and media welcome. Meet the artists submitting art to the show on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5–7 p.m. See lincolnma.myrec.com for details or call 781-259-0784.
Enter your artwork by November 9 for the Lincoln Arts Show that takes place on Friday, Nov. 11–Sunday, Nov. 13 from noon–5 p.m. at the Pierce House. The show is open to all ages, all creative arts, and all levels of experience; the only requirement is that entrants be affiliated with Lincoln in some way. Stop by to view or purchase local artwork! All ages and media welcome. Meet the artists submitting art to the show on Friday, Nov. 11 from 5–7 p.m. See lincolnma.myrec.com for details or call 781-259-0784.
Join the Lincoln Library Film Society in the Tarbell Room on Thursday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. for “The Great Beauty” (2013) directed by Paolo Sorrentino. In Italian with English subtitles. It’s a Fellini-esque tale of decadence and lost love featuring sensuous cinematography, a lush score, and an award-winning performance by Toni Servillo.
When eccentric billionaire J. Leslie Arlington is murdered, a clueless detective finds the suspects are all reluctant to admit their alibis… because they were all committing other ridiculous crimes at the time. Written by different playwrights, “The Alibis” features seven characters each telling the story of their absurd alibi in ten-minute plays. “The Alibis” will be performed by middle-school students at the Lincoln School on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 17 and 18 in the Donaldson Auditorium. With a cast of 22 and a crew of 21, more than a quarter of the students in grades 6-8 are involved in the show.
Tickets ($10 for adults, $5 for students/seniors/Lincoln Public Schools employees) will be sold at the door starting 30 minutes before showtime. Cash or check only. Production budgets are entirely funded by ticket proceeds.
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Seussical,” with shows on Thursday to Saturday, Nov. 17–19 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. This bright and energetic musical combines several well-known Dr. Seuss characters to tell the story of Horton the Elephant and his fierce determination to protect the land of the Whos, despite the scorn and disbelief of his fellow jungle folk. This show explores hope, identity, inclusivity, and the importance of having that “one true friend in the universe who believes in you.” Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey, and performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Click here to buy tickets. Please pick up your reserved, prepaid tickets at the will-call table on the night of the performance.
When eccentric billionaire J. Leslie Arlington is murdered, a clueless detective finds the suspects are all reluctant to admit their alibis… because they were all committing other ridiculous crimes at the time. Written by different playwrights, “The Alibis” features seven characters each telling the story of their absurd alibi in ten-minute plays. “The Alibis” will be performed by middle-school students at the Lincoln School on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 17 and 18 in the Donaldson Auditorium. With a cast of 22 and a crew of 21, more than a quarter of the students in grades 6-8 are involved in the show.
Tickets ($10 for adults, $5 for students/seniors/Lincoln Public Schools employees) will be sold at the door starting 30 minutes before showtime. Cash or check only. Production budgets are entirely funded by ticket proceeds.
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Seussical,” with shows on Thursday to Saturday, Nov. 17–19 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. This bright and energetic musical combines several well-known Dr. Seuss characters to tell the story of Horton the Elephant and his fierce determination to protect the land of the Whos, despite the scorn and disbelief of his fellow jungle folk. This show explores hope, identity, inclusivity, and the importance of having that “one true friend in the universe who believes in you.” Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey, and performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. Click here to buy tickets. Please pick up your reserved, prepaid tickets at the will-call table on the night of the performance.