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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?

Firefly sanctuary signs installed

Two new firefly sanctuaries have been established at Smith-Andover Field across from Town Hall and Dakin Field (borner of Sandy Pond and Baker Bridge roads) through a partnership between the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and the Lincoln Conservation Department.

These areas will be managed with fireflies in mind by reducing mowing, preserving leaf litter and woody debris, encouraging native vegetation, avoiding pesticides, and protecting dark nighttime conditions. Together, these practices provide the moist, sheltered habitat fireflies need during every stage of their life cycle. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the sanctuaries and can help protect them by staying in designated areas, limiting the use of flashlights, and leaving logs and vegetation undisturbed.

Coming up at the library

Sulinha Boucher Trio
Wednesday, July 8 from 11:00am–noon, Tarbell Room
Join Brazilian singer/songwriter/guitar player Sulinha with her trio for music with children and families. Her third children’s album received the Silver award from Parent’s Choice. Australia. No registration required; all ages welcome.

Bad Art Celebration
Wednesday, July 8 from 6:30–7:30pm, Tarbell Room
Join us in celebrating our Bad Art Program participants! Attendees (nonparticipants welcome) can participate in a bad art scavenger hunt with hints to help them find the bad art created by participants, spread throughout the library. The scavenger hunt will be followed up by an announcement of the teen and adult winners of the program. 

Fact and Folklore on America’s 250th
Thursday, July 16 from 6:30–8:00pm, Tarbell Room
Join award-winning author and journalist Ted Reinstein for a look at some of the unique stories he’s done related to the Revolutionary War, including pieces on Paul Revere’s ride, the Battle of Breed’s (not Bunker) Hill, the battle that has never ended between Lexington and Concord, and a musket-riddled gravestone in the North End.

Two honored by professional organization

The Massachusetts Association of School Business Officials (MASBO) recently presented a 2026 Friend of MASBO Award to Buckner “Buck” Creel and a 2026 Rising Star Award to Angela (Tianyi) Wang, Director for Business and Finance in the Lincoln Public Schools.

Creel served for 15 years as Administrator for Business and Finance for the schools until his retirement in 2021. The award recognizes people who have made a significant contribution to facilitating the work of school business officials in their communities, and/or who have consistently provided significant assistance to MASBO.

In presenting the award, MASBO Executive Director Margaret Driscoll commended Mr. Creel’s “steady presence, practical judgment, and no-nonsense approach to problem-solving… Time and again, others have relied on Buck’s expertise. When a colleague faced an unexpected medical leave, Buck stepped in without hesitation, ensuring district operations remained stable and seamless during a critical time. Whether as a neighboring colleague or through more recent interim service, Buck has been unwavering in his dedication to the profession.”

Creel previously worked for nearly a decade at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory. After retirement, he has continued to provide short-term support to school districts, including serving as acting director of finance for the Weston Public Schools last year. 

MASBO established the Rising Star Award to acknowledge the value and contributions of outstanding professionals within the first 10 years of their career as a school business administrator. Superintendent of Schools Parry Graham nominated Wang, citing the positive impact she has made in the district during her two years in the role. He noted that she helped redesign the internal budgeting process, creating more transparency for budget managers and the School Committee. She was also instrumental in securing a new five-year contract with the Department of Defense to operate the Hanscom School on the Hanscom Air Force Base, including improved forecasting and control systems for managing the contract.

“Angela is a key member of our district’s leadership team, helping to inform the strategic direction of the district. She oversees multiple departments, including facilities and food services, and is able to consistently build positive and productive relationships,” Graham said.

Wang previously worked as Payroll Director for Springfield (Mass.) Public Schools, Director for Business and Finance for Vernon (Conn.) Public Schools, and School Business Administrator for South Hadley (Mass.) Public Schools.

“Stories of Summer: Fireside Open Mic”

Farrington Nature Linc and the Nature Connection will host “Stories of Summer: Fireside Open Mic” at FNL on Friday, June 26 from 6:00pm to sunset. Come share a poem, story, or musical performance around the fire circle as we celebrate the official start of summer from 6:30–7:30pm. Tickets are required and include herbal mocktails and s’mores. They have some seating around the fire circle and also encourage attendees to bring their own camping chairs or blankets and bug spray.

Lincoln Land Conservation Trust news

• Firefly walk — Avalon Owens returns to Lincoln on Monday, June 29 at 8:00pm starting at Lincoln Town Hall to lead a firefly walk through one of the fields that she has studied extensively. Participants will meet for a brief tutorial on firefly behavior and then head out to a nearby field. Register here.

• Saturday ranger walks — Explore Lincoln’s open space with Conservation Ranger Will Leona, visiting a different trail on select Saturdays of each month from 9:30–11:30am. Register here.
  • Twin Pond/Harrington Woods — July 11
  • Pierce Park and Pierce Hill — August 1
  • Flint’s Pond East and Gasline Trail — September 12

• Wildlife column — “Eastern Massachusetts is in critical drought; ponds are low and watering restrictions are in place. Even so, the landscape is lush with blossoms and greenery, helped a bit by showers,” Gwyn Loud writes in the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust’s June wildlife newsletter. Click here to see her column and numerous photos of Lincoln flora and fauna.

Water main project update

During the week of June 22, water main work will focus on continuing temporary bypass installation, testing the bypass system, and pre-digging tap holes. Crews will also be completing final paving of Lincoln Road from the five-way intersection to Ballfield Road on Wednesday, June 24. Next week, crews are expected to connect houses and tap holes to the temporary bypass and begin laying new water main. Drivers should expect alternating one-way traffic on Lincoln Road during active work hours.

SSEF wins $500,000 grant

The Lincoln-based South Sudanese Enrichment for Families will receive $500,000 over ten years as its share of $35 million awarded to 150 local nonprofits through the Cummings Foundation’s major annual grants program. SSEP was selected from a total of 959 applicants during a competitive review process. For over 20 years, SSEF has assisted South Sudanese immigrants and their children in navigating social systems, accessing resources, building skills, and creating opportunities.

“We are extremely grateful for this transformative investment in our community,” said Panther Alier, SSEF’s executive director. “SSEF’s Educational Empowerment Initiative serves under-resourced children and parents, and connecting the families we serve to existing educational resources and making sure the children of immigrants are receiving quality enrichment is our goal.” With the grant from Cummings, SSEF will increase the scope and efforts of this initiative.

Lincoln history: Did you know…

…That Lincoln is the home of a “Century Farm”? And it’s been around for a lot longer than just a single century. To be honored as a Century Farm, the farm must be owned by the same family for at least 100 consecutive years, and a family member must be living on the premises. For the Flint family and their Matlock Farm, these were easy qualifications to meet, though the actual labor of farming and maintaining an historic property has involved generations of hard work. The land was acquired by Thomas Flint in the 1640s and has been farmed by Flint family members continuously since the early 1700s.

Learn more on the Lincoln Historical Society website — and read a reminiscence of Matlock farm by Warren Flint Sr., published in the Lincoln Review in 1978.

Hannan Open Farm Fest

Hannan Healthy Foods (270 South Great Road) is hosting its annual seasonal kickoff event on Saturday, June 20 from noon–3:00pm. This is a community event with live music, farmland tours, family-friendly games and plenty of food and drinks. Please register so we know to expect you (though drop-ins are welcome, too).

Coming up at the library

Click here for the full library calendar.

Make Your Disasterpiece
Monday to Wednesday, June 15-18 during library open hours, Circulation Desk
If you have a talent for making terrible art, this program is for you! This is a “take and make” program; canvases will be available for pickup at the adult circulation desk from June 15–18 on a first come/first served basis. There will be a celebration for all participants on July 8. More information.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party
Wednesday, June 17 from 3:00-6:00pm, Tarbell Room
Children are invited to the library for crafts and other fun, ice cream, and a magic show by Ed Popielarczyk at 4:00pm. All ages welcome. More information.

Movie: “The Zone of Interest”
Thursday, June 18 from 6:00-8:00pm, Tarbell Room
The commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig, strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp. Hosted by the Lincoln Library Film Society. More information.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Thursday, June 18 from 7:00-9:00pm, Zoom
Join librarian and game master Casey for a monthly Dungeons & Dragons campaign. No past familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons necessary; new adventurers and seasoned pros alike are welcome; we just ask that all characters be at level 5 (character sheets can be provided if needed). Register here.

Adult Summer Reading Snack Bar
Saturday, June 20 from 11:00am–3:00pm, Reference Room
Enjoy light refreshments, get your summer reading bingo card, learn about the reading challenge prizes, and sample suggested titles from each summer reading category.

“Boston, 1776: A Rogue Tour of Revolution City” with author J.D. Dickey
Monday, June 22 from 7:00-8:00pm, Zoom
More info and registration.

Pride Yoga with Lincoln Pride
Wednesday, June 24 from 6:30-7:30 PM; Tarbell Room
An inclusive yoga class that’s free and open to all, but donations are welcome. 1100% of proceeds will benefit Glisten (Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network).

Craft Supply Swap
Saturday, June 27 from 12:30-3:30pm, Reference Room
Do you have gently used craft supplies left over from a project that you aren’t sure what to do with? Swap for new-to-you supplies! More information.

Three win Girl Scouts’ highest award

Lincoln residents Samantha Donaldson, Anna Dutkewych, and Alexandria Taylor recently received the Gold Awards from Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA). The award recognizes girls who identify a community need, develop a sustainable solution, and demonstrate exceptional leadership through a significant service project.

Samantha introduced the File of Life program, an organizational system recognized by first responders to the community through workshops, an informational table at the State of the Town Meeting, email outreach, and direct distribution, successfully providing over 300 File of Life cards to town residents. Anna built three raised garden beds on wheels for the Council on Aging & Human Services, allowing seniors to grow fresh vegetables and herbs to enhance the nutritional value and flavor of their meals. Alexandra provided like-new books through donations, created a library navigation curriculum, and partnered with Nosy Crow Publishing, and collaborated with the South Sudanese Enrichment for Families program to teach children and families how to effectively access library resources and cultivate a love of reading.

For photos and more details, see the award ceremony program (pages 22-24).

Phase 2 of water main project to begin

Beginning Monday, June 15, repaving work will begin on Lincoln Road from the five-way intersection to Ballfield Road. One lane of traffic will remain open during construction. The roadway surface will be milled, or grooved, for several days before paving is completed. This work is expected to take approximately one to two weeks and will complete Phase 1 of the multiyear water main project.

Phase 2 water main work will continue during the weeks of June 14 and June 22 when crews will be installing and testing temporary water bypass systems, pre-digging tap holes, connecting properties to the temporary bypass, saw cutting, and delivering pipe materials. Drivers should expect alternating one-way traffic on Lincoln Road during active work hours.

The Phase 2 contractor, N. Granese & Sons, will also temporarily store new water pipes along Lincoln Road and in the resident gravel MBTA parking lot. The town expects there will still be sufficient space for resident parking. However, if needed, residents may use the non-resident paved lot on the opposite side of the tracks during this period. No fee will be required as long as a valid parking or transfer station sticker is visible on the vehicle windshield.

Student advances to history nationals

Marcelo Buendia of the Lincoln School is one of three Massachusetts finalists for the 2026 National History Day Competition starting on June 14 at the University of Maryland. He and the other two finalists presented their projects at the Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS) student showcase on June 9 that highlighted original student research and creative interpretation across documentary and performance categories. Marcelo’s project was titled ‘To Preserve Our Democracy’: Lincoln’s Path from Loyal Reformers to Revolutionaries at Town Meeting, 1763–1776.” He talks about his work and being part of the Lincoln Minute Men in this two-minute MHS video.

Coming up at Drumlin Farm

Summer solstice celebration on the drumlin
Sunday, June 21 from 5:30-7:30pm
Celebrate the longest day of the year with an evening of stories, s’mores, and animal encounters at Drumlin Farm. Registration required;  details here.

Outdoor concert with Sweet Wednesday
Saturday, Aug. 8 from 6:00-8:00pm
Hear Boston-based folk band Sweet Wednesday and enjoy the Drumlin Farm wildlife sanctuary at (admission is included with your ticket). Registration required; details here.

Kids’ triathlon is June 27

The “Splash, Mash, Dash” Lincoln Kids Triathlon returns on Saturday, June 27 for the 22nd year. Kids ages 5-14 (all ability levels) are invited to participate in the race that starts at 8:30am at the Codman Pool. Every participant receives a T-shirt, goody bag, and medal. Click here for course and age group information. Register here before race day to save $10 per person on the entry fee (online registration ends on Friday, June 26 at 11:00am). Packet pickup is Friday, June 26 from 1:00–6:00pm or race morning from 7:00–8:00am in the Hartwell Multipurpose Room. Organizers are also looking for volunteers to help out during the race. If you have a few hours to give, please email ginger.reiner@gmail.com. 

Summer job opportunity at Water Department

The Lincoln Water Department is hiring a summer maintenance assistant to help with an project to upgrade our town’s water system. You’ll work alongside a licensed water operator and get hands-on experience installing new smart water meters that help detect leaks, conserve water, and save residents money. The job is 16 hours a week from July 1 to Aug. 30 and pays $25 an hour. To apply, send your resume to Distribution Foreman William MacInnes at macinnesw@lincolnma.gov. Questions? Call 781-259-2669.

Fundraising drive nets $700 for camp scholarships

Sandy Creighton of the Lt. Scott Milley VFW Post 8771 collected more than $700 from residents outside Donelan’s for the Council on Aging & Human Services relief fund as part of the annual Memorial Poppy Drive coordinated by the COA&HS Veteran Services and local VFW groups. The funds will be used for summer camp scholarships

Library board seeks member

There is an opening for a trustee with a particular interest in serving on the Board of Trustees of the Lincoln Public Library’s Building & Grounds Subcommittee. While all interested residents are encouraged to apply, the board is particularly seeking candidates with architectural or engineering experience, especially those with a background in historic building preservation, structural assessment, and/or aesthetic design. Candidates should apply by email to LincolnLibraryTrustees@outlook.com or by mail to Lincoln Public Library, Bedford Road, Lincoln, MA 01773 by Friday, July 3. Contact board chair Jacquelin Apsler at LincolnLibraryTrustees@outlook.com for details on what the application should include.

Drainage work wrapping up; Lincoln Road repaving planned

During the week of June 8, crews are expected to finish drainage work on Bedford Road. Drivers should continue to expect daytime traffic detours between approximately 8:00am and 4:00pm. The following week, crews are expected to mill and pave Lincoln Road between Ballfield Road and the five-way intersection. Bedford Road can’t be repaved until the trench from the recent drainage work is allowed to settle; that work is slated for spring 2027.

Volunteer needed for bicycle/pedestrian group

The Select Board is seeking a volunteer to serve a two-year term on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) beginning immediately. Lincoln residents who have demonstrated interest or engagement in issues concerning bicycle and pedestrian safety, accessibility, active transportation, or related topics are encouraged to apply. For more information about the committee, contact BPAC Chair Ginger Reiner at ginger.reiner@gmail.com. Letters of interest should be addressed to the Select Board and sent to Peggy Elder (elderp@lincolntown.org) Administrative Assistant in the Select Board’s Office, along with a completed application by Tuesday, June 9.

Coming up at the library

Personalized Color Analysis: Unlock Your Radiance
Thursday, June 11 from 6:30-7:30 PM (Tarbell Room)
Participants will explore the principles of color analysis, and some will have the opportunity to identify their unique seasonal color palette based on hair, skin tone, and eye color. Registration recommended but not required.

Microadventures in Massachusetts
Saturday, June 13 from 1:30-2:30pm (Tarbell Room)
Massachusetts is full of history, spectacular scenery, hiking trails, and other wonderful opportunities for adventure, and many of these places are hidden in plain sight: in our museums, state parks, and shared spaces. Get inspiration for all of your summer day trips and adventures in one program.

Conservation-related events

Pollinator garden tours with the Bumblebee Project

Join managers of pollination system gardens across the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord rivers watershed (SuAsCo) to learn about the importance of native plants, gardening to improve habitat, and ecosystem interactions. Drop-in tours will be held during a two-hour window starting at the following times and taking place at the following locations:

• • June 18 at 2:30pm — Sunny Meadow Farm, Chelmsford with Chelmsford Pop-up Library (parking/garden location)
  • June 18 at 5:00pm — Thanksgiving Forest, Chelmsford (garden location)
  • June 20 at 3:00pm — Bumblebee Park, Littleton
  • June 24 from 6:00–7:30 pm — Ghiloni Park, Marlborough (garden location)
  • June 30 at 10:00am — Chapman Pasture, Lincoln*
  • July 7 at 10:00am — Pollinator Meadow, Lincoln (parking; garden to west)

Questions? Contact Mike Perrin at mperrin@svtweb.org.

* Parking for Chapman Pasture in Lincoln: from Weston Road, drive north on Silver Hill Road. The trailhead is across from #50. Just north of the trailhead, there is an area of road that has a wider/flatter shoulder and can accommodate several cars. From the trailhead, walk quarter-mile mile over bog bridges to reach the field. More information on Bumble Bee Project.

From Canopy to Ground Layer: Building Soft Landings with Keystone Plants for Pollinators
Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00pm, Zoom
This Zoom presentation by pollinator conservationist Heather Holm explores the connection between keystone plants and the insects that depend on them, with a focus on “soft landings” —lush, drought-tolerant plantings beneath native trees that support pollinators throughout their life cycles. Participants will learn about pollen specialists, bee-plant relationships, and practical strategies for site preparation, plant selection, and creating resilient habitat with sedges, grasses, and flowering keystone species. Sponsored by MetroWest Climate Solutions. Register here.

Short humorous plays on tap

WordsMove Theater, which features numerous Lincoln residents, returns with “Fixing the Unfixable,” another series of staged readings of short humorous plays:

• Friday, June 12 at 12:30 p.m. — Bemis Hall 
• Wednesday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m. — Lincoln Public Library 
• Saturday, June 20 at 7:30pm — Congregation Beth El (105 Hudson Road, Sudbury)

Enjoy some laughs with plays by Nora Ephron, Paul Rudnick, Peter M. Floyd, and Robert Luxford, directed by Lincoln’s Mary Crowe and Ben Dubrovsky. Free and open to all.

Codman Campout coming up

Gather your tent, sleeping bags, friends, and family for a night on the farm featuring homemade chili, campfires, s’mores, and the traditional singalong at the annual Codman Community Farms Campout & Chili Night on Saturday, June 13 starting at 4:30pm. Dinner includes homemade beef chili and vegan chili with a toppings bar and tortilla chips. Camping is available for $40 per tent and includes s’mores around the campfire plus hot coffee, bagels, and orange juice the following morning. Or come just for dinner and enjoy a summer evening with friends and neighbors. Reserve your campsite and pre-order your chili here by Thursday, June 11.

Green Energy Committee seeks new member

The Select Board is seeking a volunteer to be appointed to the Green Energy Committee to fill a recently vacated spot (read this two-pager on the GEC and what its members do). Appointed members serve a one-year term, renewable annually. If interested, please submit a completed volunteer application and cover letter by Thursday, June 18 for a decision at the June 28 Select Board meeting.

Join the July 4 parade and events

Organizers of Lincoln’s annual Fourth of July parade invite community groups, families, businesses, organizations, clubs, and individuals to participating in the parade. Whether you have a decorated vehicle, a walking group, a themed float, or a creative community display, we encourage you to join us and showcase your Lincoln spirit. Please complete this float registration form by Monday, June 22. Those with questions or who need assistance should call the Parks and Recreation Department at 781-259-0784. Click here to view all Fourth of July events.

CFREE is also hosting their annual EV car show at Pierce Park on July 4. They’re seeking volunteers to show off their EVs and tell their story, especially those with a new model who can discuss the latest features, used EV owners who can explain about claiming the Massachusetts Used EV rebate, or anyone who can talk about their farthest trip and how to charge the car. To participate, contact Belinda Gingrich at belinda.gingrich@gmail.com.