Learn about commonly encountered wildlife such as deer, coyote, and raccoons, and their intersection with wild and developed spaces. Find out best practices for maintaining bird feeders and attracting visitors and learn about amazing pollinators and problematic mosquitoes and ticks. Led by Tia Pinney, lead naturalist and educator at Mass Audubon’s Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary.
Go into the woods with Farrington Nature Linc Educator and Program Manager Meg Ito to look for “Signs of Animals” on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 2–3:30 p.m. Expect to see some real animal bones, skins, and other signs as part of this workshop (including an introduction to local wildlife and a 45-minute walk around the site) featuring animal track cards and a small piece of snake skin home. Click here to purchase tickets ($25–$45).
The First Parish in Lincoln’s next Live in Lincoln Center concert, “A Night on Broadway,” on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the parish hall (14 Bedford Rd.) features emcee David Eliot, three singers, and pianist Timothy Steele performing favorite songs from musicals from 1940 to the present. Tickets are $30 and available in advance (recommended) or at the door, with refreshments and mingling at the intermission. Click here to purchase.
Wendy Sobel is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open Mic Night) on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 7–10 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m. Perform or just come listen to acoustic music and spoken word in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room.Sobel has been the driving force in several notable bands including Girl’s Night Out and Daring Angels. Her guitar-playing appeal might well be compared with Bonnie Raitt’s. To see her in action, watch her video of “One Love,” an original performed live at the MA Country Music Association Awards
For a slot at this monthly event, performers should email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com before noon of the open-mic day) or (space permitting) sign up at the event. Names of those who are signed up by 7 p.m. will be drawn at random. We have a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups playing acoustic-style.
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Curtains,” an energetic and irreverent play within a play set backstage at Boston’s Colonial Theatre, where the leading lady of the current musical suddenly falls dead. You can count on uproarious laughs, spectacular dance numbers, and unexpected twists and turns. Performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at L-S on Wednesday to Saturday, Nov. 15-18 at 7:30 p.m. Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey. Click here to purchase tickets (you will receive an email from ShowTix4U.com confirming your online purchase).
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Curtains,” an energetic and irreverent play within a play set backstage at Boston’s Colonial Theatre, where the leading lady of the current musical suddenly falls dead. You can count on uproarious laughs, spectacular dance numbers, and unexpected twists and turns. Performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at L-S on Wednesday to Saturday, Nov. 15-18 at 7:30 p.m. Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey. Click here to purchase tickets (you will receive an email from ShowTix4U.com confirming your online purchase).
Calling all artists, photographers, potters, jewelers, wood workers, and crafters of all materials — show and view at the 2023 Lincoln Arts (and Crafts) Show Friday to Sunday, Nov. 17–19 at the Pierce House. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Friday, Nov. 17 from 5–7 p.m.
As always, this open show is for all ages, all creative arts, and all abilities — and student entries are free. Due to high attendance, we will be opening up the second floor to additional displays. The deadline to register your work is Friday, Nov. 10. Details and registration at lincolnma.myrec.com.
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Curtains,” an energetic and irreverent play within a play set backstage at Boston’s Colonial Theatre, where the leading lady of the current musical suddenly falls dead. You can count on uproarious laughs, spectacular dance numbers, and unexpected twists and turns. Performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at L-S on Wednesday to Saturday, Nov. 15-18 at 7:30 p.m. Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey. Click here to purchase tickets (you will receive an email from ShowTix4U.com confirming your online purchase).
Calling all artists, photographers, potters, jewelers, wood workers, and crafters of all materials — show and view at the 2023 Lincoln Arts (and Crafts) Show Friday to Sunday, Nov. 17–19 at the Pierce House. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Friday, Nov. 17 from 5–7 p.m.
As always, this open show is for all ages, all creative arts, and all abilities — and student entries are free. Due to high attendance, we will be opening up the second floor to additional displays. The deadline to register your work is Friday, Nov. 10. Details and registration at lincolnma.myrec.com.
Tickets are now on sale for the LSB Players’ production of “Curtains,” an energetic and irreverent play within a play set backstage at Boston’s Colonial Theatre, where the leading lady of the current musical suddenly falls dead. You can count on uproarious laughs, spectacular dance numbers, and unexpected twists and turns. Performed in the Kirshner Auditorium at L-S on Wednesday to Saturday, Nov. 15-18 at 7:30 p.m. Directed and choreographed by Carly Evans, music directed by Michael Bunting, and conducted by Tom Grandprey. Click here to purchase tickets (you will receive an email from ShowTix4U.com confirming your online purchase).
The Lexington-based Pernambuco Chamber Ensemble will perform “Falling into Place” on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Anne’s in-the-Fields Episcopal Church. The program includes Gabriel Fauré’s Piano Quartet #1 in C minor, Mozart’s Sonata #26 in B-flat major (K378) for violin and piano, and a premiere performance of Bach’s Cello Suite #1 in G major arranged by the ensemble’s cellist for viola and cello duo. Performers are Shirie Leng (violin) of Newton and Lexington musicians Jessica Baum (viola), Judith Glixon (cello), and Daniel Goodman (piano). Admission is free but a suggested contribution of $20 at the door is requested, a portion of which will be donated to IPCI-USA (International Pernambuco Conservation Initiative-USA) through the International Alliance of Violin and Bow Makers for Endangered Species.
Calling all artists, photographers, potters, jewelers, wood workers, and crafters of all materials — show and view at the 2023 Lincoln Arts (and Crafts) Show Friday to Sunday, Nov. 17–19 at the Pierce House. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Friday, Nov. 17 from 5–7 p.m.
As always, this open show is for all ages, all creative arts, and all abilities — and student entries are free. Due to high attendance, we will be opening up the second floor to additional displays. The deadline to register your work is Friday, Nov. 10. Details and registration at lincolnma.myrec.com.
On Sunday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m., members of a group of amateur pianists known as Rhapsody are returning to offer a piano recital in Bemis Hall. On the program will be selections from Bach-Busoni, Beethoven, Brahms, Celentano, Debussy, Nielsen, Schubert, and Tchaikovsky-Pletnev.
The performance is free and open to the public. Rhapsody was formed in 2003 by a few visionary amateur pianists who sought a venue in which to perform for each other, both to grow musically and to share their musical journey with others. Comprising a dozen people from the Boston metropolitan area, members have met nearly every month for 20 years. Now an annual event, this will be their twelfth public performance on the beautifully restored Steinway in Bemis Hall.
State Rep. Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury), whose district includes part of Lincoln, will hold virtual office hours for constituents on Monday, Nov. 20 in virtual meetings via from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Any constituent who wishes to speak with him can sign up for a 20-minute time slot by emailing his legislative aide Ravi Simon at ravi.simon@mahouse.gov. Constituents signing up for a meeting must provide their full name, address, phone number, email, and their discussion topic so Rep. Gentile can prepare.
Do you need holiday gift book suggestions for the young readers in your life? Join the children’s librarians as they review their favorite new books of the year as well as some perennial favorites. The event is open to all adults. Email dleopold@minlib.net for the Zoom invite.
Join the team at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to engage with thought leaders in climate advocacy, architecture, design, and the arts. Miranda Massie, founder and executive director of the Climate Museum in New York, will be the keynote speaker. Advance registration is encouraged; donation suggested but not required (free for students).
Geoff Goodhue & Friends are the featured performers at the next Lincoln Open-Mic Night (LOMA) on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 7–10 p.m. in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. Perform or just come listen to acoustic music and spoken word. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Goodhue performs in genres including bluegrass, traditional folk, country, jazz and rock (a la Grateful Dead) and sings in the bluegrass band Beg, Steal or Borrow.
For a slot at this monthly event, performers should email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com before noon of the open-mic day) or (space permitting) sign up at the event. Names of those who are signed up by 7 p.m. will be drawn at random. We have a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups playing acoustic-style. Coming to LOMA in 2024:
- January 9 — Zion Rodman
- February 13 — Lorraine & Bennett Hammond
- March 12 — Rob Seigel
- April 9 — Erin Ash Sullivan
- May 14 — Crowes Pasture
- June 11 — Secret Sauce