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deCordova events around “Chromatic Portals” 

Create crocheted coral reefs inspired by the deCordova Sculpture Park’s new installation by Silvia López Chavez, “Chromatic Portals,” on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 1:00-3:00pm. Cost: $48 for members, $60 for nonmembers. Learn more and register here. On Sunday, Sept. 27, from 2:00-4:00pm, there will be a dance performance by Mar Parrilla inspired by the artwork. Tickets are $28 and $35. Learn more and register here.

Sculptor hosts open studio

Lincoln artist Farley Sullivan is one of five New England Sculptors Association artists who will open their studios to visitors on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Her studio is at 91 Weston Road in Lincoln.

Register for the Scarecrow Classic 5K

Registration is now open for the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust’s 14th annual Scarecrow Classic 5K Road/Trail Race on Sunday, Oct. 18. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. After the race, stick around for cider donuts at the finish line and our runner raffle featuring prizes from local businesses and outdoor brands. Proceeds from the event support LLCT’s work protecting and stewarding conservation land, maintaining public trails, and providing environmental education and community programs. Learn more and register here.

L-S Friends of Music meet

The Lincoln-Sudbury Friends of Music (LSFOM) will hold their first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7:00pm in L-S conference room B. The meeting is open to all parents and caregivers of students involved in the L-S music program — meet the choral and instrumental directors and learn more about upcoming concerts, events, and volunteer opportunities.

Artist reception: Paul Angiolillo

The Lincoln Public Library will host a reception for their gallery’s September artist, Paul Angiolillo, on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 2:00-4:00pm.

Codman Estate Fine Arts and Crafts Festival

The 44th annual Codman Estate Fine Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10:00am-4:00pm (rain or shine) features the work of nearly 100 artisans with paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry, food wares, glass, fiber art, metalworking, woodworking, clothing, and much more. Live music, food vendors, and Codman Estate tours. Free for Historical New England members and children under 12, $5 for others.

Event to remember Kusik

There will be a celebration of life for Charles “Lem” Kusik on Sunday, Sept. 13 at noon in the Pierce House. Friends and loved ones are invited to bring stories, photo and memories to share. Kusik died on Aug. 14 at the age of 92.

“Recovery City” screening and discussion

As a part of Recovery Month, the Great Meadows Public Health Collaborative that includes Lincoln will host a program on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at the Fairbank Community Center (40 Fairbank Road, Sudbury) that’s open to all residents in the seven-town collaborative. The program includes a screening of “Recovery City” and a Q&A with the cast, as well as local resource tables. Register here.

Coming up at the library

“How My Grandfather Stole a Shoe (And Survived the Holocaust in Ukraine)”
Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 7:00-8:00pm, Tarbell Room
Journalist Julie Masis, who visited her grandfather in the nursing home until he passed away at the age of 102, wrote down his memories about a little-known chapter of the Holocaust in which Ukrainians helped Jews in the ghetto survive and will also share a family legend about a German medic who fell in love with her Jewish grandmother.

Author talk on Cather book
Monday, Sept. 21 from 7:00-8:00pm, Tarbell Room
“The Bright Edges of the World: Willa Cather and Her Archbishop” explores Willa Cather’s travels to the Southwest that inspired her to write her “best book” (her words), Death Comes for the Archbishop. Register here.

Home Sustainability Series
Wednesdays, Sept. 23 through Oct. 21 from 7:00-8:00pm, Tarbell Room
In partnership with CFREE, the Lincoln Public Library will host a five-part series exploring different changes and upgrades homeowners can make to improve their carbon impact and make their homes more sustainable. Session 1 on Wednesday, Sept. 23, will explore the use of the library’s FLIR thermal camera. Attendees will be provided instruction on how homeowners can use it to detect heating leaks in the home, and a Q&A session will follow. Session 2, on Wednesday, Sept. 30, will look at better home insulation options. Registration is recommended.

Domestic Violence Roundtable program

On Monday, Sept. 28 at 7:00pm on Zoom, the Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable, joined by the Massachusetts Women of Color Network, will explore how race, gender, class, immigration status, disability, sexuality, and community reputation can affect a survivor’s experience of domestic and sexual violence and their ability to seek safety and support. The speaker will be Kishana Osei, executive director of MAWOCN and the overnight residential counselor at REACH Beyond Domestic Violence. Register here.

Lincoln history: Did you know…

It took over 100 years for the women of Lincoln to broadly embrace the right to vote and voting participation by women nationally did not equal that of men until the presidential election of 1980? Read more on the Lincoln Historical Society website.

Food Project Shindig fundraiser

Join the Food Project for Shindig, their intergenerational harvest festival fundraiser, on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Baker Bridge Farm (corner of Baker Bridge Road and Route 126). Music, dancing, food, games and crafts, a beer and cider garden, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and more. Enjoy a fall afternoon at the farm while empowering young people to make changes in their community through building a sustainable food system. General admission (sliding scale): $20 | $40 | $100. Youth tickets (age 6-21): $10. Learn more and reserve tickets.

Invasive spotted lanternfly found in Lincoln

The state Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed an infestation of the invasive insect known as spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula or “SLF”) in Lincoln. Spotted lanternfly is a pest that attacks tree-of-heaven, grapevines, maple trees, hop vines, and many other types of plants. It’s known to impact grape/wine producers and other agricultural commodities, and can also interfere with outdoor recreation if infestations reach high levels, due to the swarming behavior of adult SLF in late summer and fall. However, the insects themselves do not bite or sting; they are a nuisance because they gather in large numbers in areas where people are, and cover anything they are on with a sticky, sugary waste product known as honeydew. While the state is working to slow the spread of spotted lanternfly, its status in other states indicates that it cannot be eradicated.

• Report sightings of SLF
• See what SLF looks like
• Learn more
• Two-minute video about SLF in Massachusetts
• Management guide for homeowners (PDF)

Book talk with author of “Dropkick Murphy: A Legendary Life”

Join Boston Globe journalist Emily Sweeney on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:00pm in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room for a presentation about her latest book, Dropkick Murphy: A Legendary Life, which chronicles the life of Dr. John “Dropkick” Murphy, a professional wrestler and doctor who ran an infamous detox center in Acton.

Note: The library will reopen for regular Saturday hours (10:00am–1:00pm) beginning Saturday, Sept. 12, though it will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 in recognition of Labor Day and Tuesday, Sept. 8 for an electrical assessment.

Openings on ConCom, Lincoln Cultural Council

The Conservation Commission is seeking a resident to fill a vacancy in the group, which holds public meetings approximately every third Wednesday night to review permit applications under the Wetland Protection Act, issue permits, and conduct other business related to the management of Lincoln’s conservation land. Learn more here. Interested applicants are encouraged to attend a Conservation Commission meeting and contact the Conservation Department staff at 781-259-2612 or conservation@lincolnma.gov. To apply, fill out Lincoln’s volunteer signup form and email it to elderp@lincolnma.gov or mail it to the Office of the Select Board, 16 Lincoln Road, Lincoln, MA 01773 by Friday, Sept. 25.

The Lincoln Cultural Council is looking for new volunteers to help support arts, culture, and creativity in the community. No background in the arts is needed. Council members meet quarterly, review grant applications, and help support local arts programs and events. Interested? Contact LCC Chair Philana Gnatowski at LincolnCulturalCouncil@gmail.com.

Volunteer training for Domestic Violence Services Network

The Domestic Violence Services Network, Inc. (DVSN) is offering a free volunteer advocate training program. DVSN advocates provide emotional support, risk assessment, and safety planning for victims of domestic violence in its 13 partner communities. The 40-hour, three-week training is designed to familiarize volunteers with the many aspects of domestic violence and give them the skills necessary to provide confidential and appropriate services to DVSN’s clients. Once trained, volunteer advocates provide direct service over the phone, at Concord District Court, and at Emerson Hospital to people affected by domestic violence. The training will be held at the Lexington Police Department on these days:

• Week 1: Monday and Wednesday from 4:00-7:15pm and Fridays from 9:15am-3:30pm.
• Week 2: Monday and Wednesday from 4:00-7:15pm and Fridays from 9:15am-3:30pm.
• Week 3: Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:00-7:15pm and Fridays from 9:15am-3:30pm.

For those who decide to activate as volunteer advocates, there is an additional 10–12 hours of supervised field training. For more information or to request an application, call 978-318-3421 or send an e-mail to training@dvsn.org. Applications are due by Wednesday, Sept. 16.

Primary voting information

Election day for the state primary on Tuesday, Sept. 1 takes place from 7:00am–8:00pm in the Reed Gym.

• The last day to register to vote for is Saturday, Aug. 22. Register at Town Hall or by clicking here.
• The deadline to submit an application to vote by mail is Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 5:00pm. Apply online here. If you have applied to vote by mail and have not received your ballot, call the Town Clerk’s office at 781-259-2607. Independent/unenrolled voters in Massachusetts may can choose a Republican or Democratic ballot, but this will not register you as a member of that party and you do not need to remove yourself from that party after the election. 
• Early voting in person begins Saturday, Aug. 22 from 9:00am–3:00pm at Town Hall. This will continue Monday through Thursday, Aug. 24-27, from 7:00am-5:00pm.  

Anyone who has questions or needs assistance may call the Town Clerk’s office at 781-259-2607.

Outdoor movie night: “The Lorax”

Join the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust for a family-friendly outdoor screening of “The Lorax” on the lawn at Lincoln Station on Thursday, Sept. 3 at 7:00pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the Tack Room. Come early for family-friendly activities and to meet the Lorax himself. Free, but registration required.

Sonnenfeld at next LOMA

Craig Sonnenfeld will be the headliner at the next Lincoln Open Mic Acoustic (LOMA) on Monday, Sept. 4 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. in Bemis Hall (doors open at 6:30pm, featured performers play from 8:30-9:00pm). Sonnenfeld’s style on songs like “Midnight Train” dwells in Delta blues and American folk. LOMA is a monthly open mic night event with mics and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups playing acoustic-style. Come and perform (email loma3re@gmail.com to sign up) or just come listen to acoustic music and spoken word. Free admission.

Coming up at Codman Community Farms

Summer tomato galette workshop
Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 5:00-7:00pm
Make a buttery, versatile pie dough perfect for galettes, pies, and quiches after a trip to our tomato greenhouse, harvesting tomatoes to use in a rustic summer galette. Buy tickets here.

“Do Bees Pee?” story and scavenger hunt
Saturday, Sept. 12 from 11:00am-noon
Linda Booth Sweeney will read her new book “Do Bees Pee? The Curious and Amazing Ways Nature Avoids Poo-lution” before families can join a farm-wide scavenger hunt exploring how pollinators connect to flowers, crops, soil, and compost. Also on hand will be the CEO of Dean’s Beans Organic Coffee Co. Free, but registration required.

Lincoln history: Did you know…

Some say “Tra-PELLo,” some say “TRAP-elow,” but only in Lincoln? Read more on the Lincoln Historical Society website.

Coming up at the deCordova

deCordova Performance Series: Midtown Horns
Saturday, Aug. 22 from 6:30-8:00pm
The concert will take place outdoors on the front lawn — bring a blanket or lawn chair. Tickets are $32/$40 for adults, $12/$15 for children.

Sip and String: Whimsical Wind Chimes
Saturday, Aug. 22 from 1:00-3:00pm
Use found objects, materials collected from the Sculpture Park grounds and delicate metal chimes, create your own symphonic sculptural creations to hang from a porch or in your back yard. All materials plus tea for sipping included. Cost: $48 for members, $60 for nonmembers.

deCordova Performance Series: Tom DiMenna 
Friday, Sept. 4 from 6:30-8:00pm
Recreating the iconic story songs of Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, and Harry Chapin. Tickets are $32/$40 for adults, $12/$15 for children.

Did You Know …

That one-time Lincoln residents Bernard and Avis DeVoto incurred the wrath of Edgar Hoover and were investigated by the FBI due to their dogged efforts to uncover corruption and protect wild Western landscapes… and that they earned the trust and friendship of Ansel Adams, Wallace Stegner, and Julia Child among others in the process? Read more on the Lincoln Historical Society website.

Garden Club party

The Lincoln Garden Club invites anyone interested in joining the club to a Prosecco and Tea party on Sunday, Aug. 30 at 3:00pm. Committee chairs will be there to answer questions about the many things club does. To RSVP and get the location, or if you can’t make it but are interested in joining, email Belinda Gingrich at belinda.gingrich@gmail.com to RSVP.

Back-to-school PTO picnic

Local groups will have information tables at the back-to-school PTO picnic on Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 5:30-7:30pm in the Lincoln School back fields behind the Smith gym (in the gym in case of bad weather). If you would like your organization to host a table at the picnic, please respond using this form. The PTO will provide water and pizza (one slice apiece) to students. Families are encouraged to set up picnic blankets, bring additional food, and get together to celebrate the kick-off of the school year.

Lincoln firefighter assists in Milford

Lt. Scott Christensen of the Lincoln Fire Department was among the responders from several towns involved on July 25-26 in the search and recovery of a body of a teen who drowned in a Milford quarry. He serves as a shift commander handling vehicle maintenance and fire prevention and has trained alongside regional mutual aid partners as part of the Massachusetts District 14 hazardous/ice rescue and dive units.

Community reading of the U.S. Constitution

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Anti-Racism Committee (IDEA) invites all residents, students in fifth grade and above, and staff to join in the second annual out-loud community read of the U.S. Constitution on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 7:00pm in the Lincoln School auditorium. Participants will take turns reading a section of the Constitution (total reading time is about an hour and a half to two hours). Contact Rob Stringer or Jennifer Glass if you would like to be a reader. You don’t have to read to participate; a supportive audience is always welcome. Click here to see last year’s event.

July wildlife column

Summer drought and smoky air have been challenging in the natural world in July, but plants and flowers are abloom everywhere. See more in the LLCT/RLF July wildlife column by Gwyn Loud.

Lincoln history: Did you know…

…that Lincoln did not officially name its roads until 1933 — and prior to that, Lincoln’s road names appeared and vanished by local custom and official whim? Read more on the Lincoln Historical Society website.

Coming up at the library

Friends and family puzzle tournament
Thursday, July 30 from 6:30-8:00pm
Friends and families are invited to complete a jigsaw puzzle in a fun, friendly tournament. Each team will be assigned a table with a 300-piece puzzle to be opened when the tournament begins.

Family board games
Monday, Aug. 3 from 4:00–5:30pm
We will provide a variety of games for kids and adults to play together but we also welcome you bringing a family favorite to introduce to others. Registration is encouraged to make sure we have enough games and enough people to play, but drop ins day of are welcome.

Why the sea cries? A bilingual Cinderella storytelling event
Wednesday, Aug. 5 from 11:00am–12:00pm
Karina Liendo will share the tale of a Brazilian Cinderella and her unique sister, whose support helps her through difficult times and leads her to true love. After the story, we’ll reinforce Spanish vocabulary as we sing, play, and do a craft. Registration required.

Library crawl
Wednesday to Thursday, Aug. 5–6 (all day)
Visit as many area libraries as you can and take a picture of yourself with a designated item (or two items) in each library — it’s a scavenger hunt! More information.

Pop-up art school for ages 11-19
Friday, Aug. 7 from 3:00-4:30pm
Craft a two-dimensional needle-felted design of a pleasingly plump panda with bamboo. Registration required.

Tours of Lincoln farms

The Agricultural Commission is offering tours of local farms this summer, beginning with Kanner Family Orchards on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 pm or Sunday, July 26 at 10:00am (duration: 30-60 minutes). All ages are welcome, children must be supervised attentively by their accompanying adults. Space is limited; you must sign up and be confirmed as registered to attend. Questions? Email Kathleen Lomatoski, AgCom co-chair, at klomatoski@gmail.com. There will be more tours of local farms in August and beyond.

Coming up at Codman Community Farms

Summer cookout
Thursday, July 23 from 4:30–6:30pm
Come to the Codman Community Farms pavilion on for a summer cookout featuring Codman’s own chicken wings served with homemade buttermilk ranch, pork and beef hot dogs, smoked maple bierwurst, deviled egg potato salad, green salad and chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches. All items are available for pre-order here. Select your time slot when purchasing hot items and we’ll prepare them fresh as you arrive. 

Shibori and indigo dyeing workshop
Wednesday, July 29 from 5:30–7:30pm
Explore Japanese shibori and indigo dyeing techniques with Kim Poler from Beehive Art in Lincoln. Bring a few white items from home to dye (a pair of cotton towels are also provided to every registrant to dye). Class takes place in the Codman gardens; a charcuterie board will be provided. Register here. Questions? Email tana@codmanfarm.org.

Fife and drum corps seeks members

Kids age 8–18 are invited to join the Middlesex Countyy 4-H Fife and Drum Corps. No prior experience; free instruction and Revolutionary War uniforms. Rehearsals are Sunday in Lincoln from 2:30–4:30pm. For more information, email mc4hfd@gmail.com.

Lincoln history: “Did you know…”

…that Lincoln’s “brand new” 1874 water works was nearly abandoned only six years after it began? Read more here and browse other “Did You Know” items on the Lincoln Historical Society website.

Events at deCordova Sculpture Park

“Arias Aloft: Chromatic”
Sunday, Aug. 9 from 6:00–7:30pm
An evening of opera, musical theater, cabaret, and circus in the deCordova Sculpture Park. Register here.

Indigo shibori dye workshop
Sunday, Aug. 16 from noon–4:00pm
Learn traditional Japanese dying techniques and create your own set of dyed textiles. Register here.

“Chromatic Portals” tour
Saturday, Aug. 22 from 11:00am–noon
Artist Silvia López Chavez gives a guided tour celebrating her newest installations, including Chromatic Portals, an outdoor commission that transforms the South Lawn into a luminous landscape before stepping inside to experience “Touching the Portal,” her immersive mural filled with colorful patterns and imagery drawn from the natural world. Register here.

Wind chimes workshop
Saturday, Aug. 22 from 1:00–3:00pm
Sip some tea and create your own hanging wind chime inspired by pieces like Paul Matisse’s “The Musical Fence” at the “Sip and String: Whimsical Wind Chimes” workshop. All materials provided. Register here.

Overnight campout for Perseid meteor shower

Come to Farrington Nature Linc on Saturday, Aug. 15 at 6:15pm to Sunday, Aug. 16 at 10:00am for a night hike, campfire and s’mores, stargazing outside of city lights, staying overnight in a tent, and a light breakfast. Guests can register to stay for part or all of the event and are welcome to bring their dinner to eat on site. A limited number of tents are available to rent for $5 and must be reserved with your ticket purchase. Guests who purchase an “evening only” ticket ($20 for adults, $10 for children age 4–12) will be asked to leave at 11:00pm (note that peak stargazing is after midnight). Overnight including breakfast is $40 for adults, $20 for children aged 4-12 (must be accompanied by an adult). Register here.

Film and guided nature meditation

The Walden Woods Project hosts “North is a Circle,” a film and guided nature meditation with artist Faith Johnson, on Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 6:30–8:00pm. Filmed primarily within the Arctic Circle, this poetic and meditative journey explores the complexities of ancestry in relation to Earth-based belonging, interspecies spiritual connection, and healing through subtle actions, original symbols, and metaphors. The event will start with a guided meditation followed by the film and a wine and cheese reception. Free.

Water main work ramping up

Beginning this week, workers on the Lincoln Road water main project are expected to move to 10-hour daily schedule. Crews are scheduled to be on site at 5:00am on Tuesday, July 14 to complete a temporary water connection for Lincoln Station and the mall. This early-morning work is intended to avoid water service impacts during business hours. The connection is expected to take about 1.5 hours and will require a temporary water shutdown for Lincoln Station/mall only. No other residents or businesses are expected to be affected.

Crews are also scheduled to work on the next two Saturdays (July 18 and July 25) from approximately7:00am to 3:00pm. Motorists should expect possible delays on Lincoln Road at those times.

Library events coming up

“Laughter is the Best Medicine”
Wednesday, July 15 from 11:00–11:45am
Comic mime Robert Rivest‘s show includes humorous stories from his childhood, classic mime skits, and comic improvisation taken from audience suggestions. He will also share tips on using breathing, movement, and laughter, as a way to cultivate more happiness and joy. No registration required. 

Intergenerational chess
Three Wednesdays from 6:00–7:00pm: July 15, July 29, August 5
Lincolnites of all ages are invited drop in to play a game or two with a like-minded opponent. Bring your own board or use one of ours. For hardcore players, if your game runs over an hour, there is some wiggle room on time. Registration is suggested but not required so the library has a sense of how many people to expect.

Movie matinee: “Toy Story 2”
Thursday, July 16 from 3:30–5:30pm
Popcorn and light refreshments provided. No registration necessary; all ages welcome.

“Phenomenal Physics”
Wednesday, July 22 from 11:00–11:45am
Mad Science will play with gravity, inertia, and balance; turn a baby bottle into a fire extinguisher; demonstrate a new twist on a popular chemical reaction; and more. Intended for preschool-aged children but all welcome. No registration necessary.

Stuffed animal sleepover and story time
Thursday, July 23 from 11:30am-12:15pm
Drop off your stuffed animal at the library any time between 12:00–6:00pm on Wednesday, July 22. Will they sleep at all? What kind of mischief will they get into? Then, on Thursday at 11:30am, reunite with your stuffie for a special story time, a delicious treat, and a slideshow showcasing the stuffed animals’ antics had during their slumber party. Intended for children in grades 2 and under. Registration required. 

Miss Frizzle dinosaur show
Wednesday, July 29 from 11:00am—noon
Calling all Magic School Bus fans! Children of all ages are welcome to come stomp around on a dinosaur dig with Miss Frizzle. No registration necessary.

Artist conversation at deCordova

On Thursday, July 23 from 6:30–7:30pm, artist Moko Fukuyama will lead a sunset conversation about her large-scale installation “Menagerie” (2024), an open-structured sculpture that transforms salvaged trees into an array of hand-carved forms. More information and registration.

Walden Woods Project tour on Aug. 6

Join Conservation Department staff for a tour of the Walden Woods Project on Baker Farm Road with Executive Director Kathi Anderson on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9:00-10:00am. Anderson will discuss the organization’s history and mission, and lead a guided tour of the historic buildings that house WWP’s administrative offices. More information and registration. 

New transfer station/commuter lot stickers required

New two-year green transfer station/commuter lot stickers are required as of September 1, 2026. The new sticker must be affixed to the bottom left corner of the driver’s side windshield. Complete this online application and get your sticker in the mail (you’ll need to upload photos of your drivers’s license and registration). Any Lincoln resident who does not have a new green sticker by September 1 may be refused access to the Transfer Station or Commuter Lot. Questions? Contact the DPW at 781-259-8999 or donaldsons@lincolnma.gov.

Film: “Lore”

The Lincoln Library Film Society presents “Lore” (2012) on Thursday, July 9 at 6:00pm in the Tarbell Room. Left to fend for themselves after their SS officer father and mother, staunch Nazi believers, are interred by the victorious Allies at the end of World War II, five German children undertake a harrowing journey that exposes them to the reality and consequences of their parents’ actions

Virtual office hours for Rep. Gentile

State Rep. Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury) will hold virtual office hours on Monday, July 13 from 2:00–4:00pm. Any constituent who wishes to speak to him can sign up for a 20-minute time slot by emailing his legislative aide, Jack Brox McCarthy, at jackbrox.mccarthy@mahouse.gov. Constituents must provide their full name, address, phone number, email, and topic(s) of discussion in enough detail so that Rep. Gentile may prepare for the meeting if needed. For any questions regarding office hours or other matters, please contact McCarthy.

Talk on Black experiences in the American Revolution

Historian Gracia Collins Rich will discuss the efforts of Black Americans whose invaluable contributions during the Revolutionary War helped bring about U.S. independence on Monday, July 20 from 7:00–8:00pm on Zoom. Click here to get the Zoom link or request the recording. Sponsored by the Lincoln Public Library.

“Slow Wood: Greener Building from Local Forests”

Can we reconnect housing to sustainably managed local and regional forests? In “Slow Wood” on Monday, July 20 at 7:00pm at the Walden Woods Project, Brandeis University Environmental Studies Professor Emeritus Brian Donahue will talk about how he and his family built a timber frame house straight from the woods on their Massachusetts farm, utilizing “low grade” trees through “worst first” ecological forestry. Can this be replicated across rural areas, and what does it suggest about the larger challenge of supplying homes for cities and suburbs?