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Lincoln Cultural Council seeks feedback and members

The Lincoln Cultural Council asks residents to take a quick online survey to help it shape the programs it brings to town. The council—whose mission is to solicit and review proposals for grants to sponsor cultural activities in Lincoln—is also seeking members. You don’t need to be an artist, musician or writer to join; all you need is a desire to help. Because the LCC is an official council of the town of Lincoln, members must apply to and be approved by the Board of Selectmen. If appointed, members should be willing to serve at least one three-year term and complete a short online basic training program on the Massachusetts Cultural Council website.

Learn more by attending an introductory meeting on Saturday, April 7 at 10 a.m. at 152 Lincoln Rd., Suite #4 or contacting Meg Ramsey, president, at meg.ramsey@verizon.net.

Recycle styrofoam in Sudbury

Residents can recycle styrofoam on Saturday, April 7 from 9 a.m.—noon at the Sudbury Department of Public Works at 275 Old Lancaster Rd. in Sudbury. Recycling is free for members of Sustainable Sudbury, or you can pay a $5 drop-off fee. Bring your hard packing styrofoam (#6) and soft (#4) LDPE foam. To receive a reminder about the next collection, email sustainablesudbury@gmail.com.

“The Role of Men in the Time of #Metoo”

The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable White Ribbon Day commemoration originally scheduled in March will be held on Tuesday, April 10 at 3 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room of the Wayland Public Safety Building (38 Cochituate Rd.) starting with a discussion of “The Role of Men in the Time of #Metoo.” After an opening ceremony featuring the raising of the White Ribbon flag, there will be two short films—one with local men and boys sharing their thoughts on the #MeToo movement and a segment of the CBS program, “A Panel of Men on the #MeToo Movement”—followed by a moderated discussion.

The Massachusetts White Ribbon Day Campaign was conceived as a call to action for men and women to take a pledge to move from the sidelines and be part of the solution to ending violence against women and all gender-based violence. White Ribbon Day messaging focuses on promoting healthy masculinity and assessing the impact that toxic norms have on all of us but especially men and boys.

“Prom, Parties and Parked Cars”

LSRHS Connections will sponsor “Prom, Parties and Parked Cars: How to Survive and Enjoy Prom Season” on Tuesday, April 24 from 7:30–9 p.m. in the L-S cafeteria. This event is open to parents of all grades, as you may have a ninth- or tenth-grader who will attending the Junior or Senior Prom (and parents of seniors are very welcome to share their experiences). We will be going over key logistics for prom night (bus, limo or car to the prom?) as well as tips and strategies for handling last-minute changes in prom plans. This is an opportunity to brainstorm with other parents about how to handle the myriad issues that come up around prom. You’ll leave with a “Plan B” sheet, a list of questions to ask your students and other parents, and the realization that we are all in this together. No cost, but please RSVP here for a head count.

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Two Lincoln drives for Cradles to Crayons

Lincoln Girl Scout Troop 72886 and project 351 are collecting gently used and new children’s clothing for Cradles to Crayons from March 28 through April 11. Collection bins will be located in the Lincoln Library and the Stone Church at First Parish. Please note that pajamas, socks and underwear must be new. They accept any children’s clothing from birth to size adult medium, but the most-needed items include:

  • Boys’ and girls’ size 18-24 months shirts or onesies
  • Boys’ sweaters size 14/16
  • Boys’ pants size 4/5T to 18/20
  • Girls’ shirts size 2T to 7/8
  • Boys’ and girls’ spring jackets, all sizes up to 18/20 (adult medium)

Lincoln School eighth-grader Kiran Rajagopal is coordinating collections for Project 351, a youth-driven service organization that unites eighth-grade ambassadors from each of the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts for a year of servic, leadership development, and enrichment.

Collection boxes for new or like-new children’s clothing, coats, and footwear will be in the Smith and Brooks entryway and the Lincoln preschool until the morning of April 6. Anyone with questions may email Kiran at kiranthant@gmail.com.

Cradles to Crayons provides children from birth through age 12 living in homeless or low-income situations with the essential items they need to thrive free of charge. Donated items are processed and packaged by volunteers and distributed to disadvantaged children across Massachusetts through a network of social service agencies and school partners.

L-S Jazz Night on April 5

The Lincoln-Sudbury Music Department presents Jazz Night 2018 on Thursday, April 5 at 7 p.m. in the L-S auditorium. The concert is open to the public and admission is free. April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM), a global celebration to advance recognition of jazz as a historical and contemporary art form.

Jazz Night showcases talented student musicians performing jazz literature from the swing, funk, and Latin genres. L-S performing groups include the Symphonic and Concert Jazz Ensembles, the Sax Quartet, and the Select Jazz Combo. The groups are led by Thomas Grandprey, director of instrumental music and graduate of The Boston Conservatory and Berklee College of Music Collaborative Jazz Masters program.

Special guest groups include the Lincoln Middle School Jazz Band directed by Clayton DeWalt and the Curtis Middle School Select Jazz Band under the direction of Kevin Donegan. The middle school students will combine with the L-S groups for a joint performance of Paul Clark’s fiery Latin composition, “Dance Like No One’s Watching.” Sales of snacks and refreshments will benefit the L-S Friends of Music.

Film Society movies in April

The Lincoln Library Film Society continues its “Swinging London” series of movies in April. All screening are at 3 p.m. in the library’s Tarbell Room.

  • April 2 — “Alfie” (1966) starring Michael Caine and Shelley Winters. An unrepentant ladies’ man gradually begins to understand the consequences of his lifestyle.
  • April 9 — “Georgy Girl” (1966) starring Lynne Redgrave and Alan Bates. A homely but vivacious young woman dodges the amorous attentions of her father’s middle-aged employer while striving to capture some of the glamorous life of her swinging London roommate.
  • April 23 — “Morgan” (1966) starring Vanessa Redgrave and David Warner. After his wife leaves him for his former best friend, a failed London artist begins his descent into madness in trying to win her back.
  • April 30 — “Blow-up” (1966) starring Vanessa Redgrave and David Hemmings. A mod London photographer finds something very suspicious in the shots he has taken of a mysterious beauty in a desolate park.

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Forum on bike safety

There will be a Mass. Bike Forum co-sponsored by the Lincoln Cycling Safety Advisory Committee and members of the MetroWest cycling community to discuss how towns can create a safe cycling network in Middlesex County on Wednesday, March 28 from 7–9 p.m. in Bemis Hall. Richard Fries, executive director of MassBike, will speak on “Middlesex Revelations,” followed small-group brainstorming from 7:45–8:30 p.m. and a plenary discussion incorporating a summary, prioritization, and next steps from 8:30–9 p.m.

Fundraiser for L-S scholarships

Lotus Blossom (394 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury) will sponsor a fundraiser for the Lincoln-Sudbury Scholarship Fund on Tuesday, March 27. The restaurant will donate 20 of all orders between the hours of 5–9 p.m. when customers mention LSSF when ordering. There will also be representatives in attendance to answer questions about the scholarship application process.

Take library survey

The Lincoln Public Library encourages all residents to take the community survey to helpguide improvements and shape the future as it develops a new five-year plan of service. Each person in the household (kids too!) can submit a survey individually. Click here to take the survey.

Workshop on remembering names

The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library and the Friends of the Lincoln Council on Aging are co-sponsoring a free “Remembering Names” workshop with Neil Kutzen on Thursday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the library’s Tarbell Room. The workshop will train attendees to remember the name of anyone they meet using Kutzen’s MemorizeBest program. Preregistration is required. To register, call 781-259-8465 ext. 202 or email lrothenberg@minlib.net.

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Rupert Wates

Rupert Wates is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, April 9 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7-10 p.m., and Wates will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. He has released nine albums and he can be seen in this video performing “Waiting to Begin.” LOMA is a monthly event. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Performers can sign up at the event or email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com for a slot. There is a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups.

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Mindfulness walk with John Calabria at Adams Woods

Join us for the next outing in the mindfulness walk series sponsored by the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and Council on Aging on Tuesday, March 6 from 1–2:30 p.m. Park along the roadside next to Lindentree Farm on Old Concord Road off Route 126; meet at the chain-linked posts. Unplug, disconnect from the world and let your senses come alive in nature. Free. The series is organized for 55+, but all are welcome. In case of inclement weather, call the LLCT’s general line at 781-259-9251 after 10 a.m. the morning of the walk.

Sap-to-syrup time at Drumlin Farm

The annual Sap-to-Syrup Farmer’s Breakfast weekend takes place at Drumlin Farm Saturday and Sunday, March 10 and 11. From 9 a.m.–1 p.m. each day, visitors of all ages can feast on hearty pancakes with real maple syrup as well as Drumlin Farm sausage and roasted potatoes. Diners are welcome to stay and enjoy special maple-themed activities:

  • See how sap is collected from the wildlife sanctuary’s own sugar maples.
  • Explore the natural history of trees as you learn about the distinctly “Northwoods” product of maple syrup.
  • Learn about Native American sap-to-syrup techniques.
  • Purchase maple syrup made at Drumlin Farm to take home.

Tickets are $15 for Mass Audubon members, $17 for nonmembers. Children under 2 are free. Register online or by calling 781-259-2200.

Take an adult-ed class at L-S

Registration is now open for Lincoln-Sudbury Adult Education spring classes, which include “Learn to Paint: Classical to Contemporary Oil Painting” with artist Joanne Tarlin and “Beaded Herringbone Ropes” with Susan St. Maurice. See the full brochure and register online at www.lsrhs.net/sites/adulted.

Talk on reviving the woolly mammoth

Justin Quinn of Dr. George Church’s Harvard University lab will speak on the Woolly Mammoth Revive & Restore Project on Thursday, March 22 at 7 p.m. in the Lincoln Public Library Tarbell Room. This work is the subject of Ben Mezrich’s book Woolly: The True Story of the Quest to Revive One of History’s Most Iconic Extinct Creatures. The program is funded by the Friends of the Lincoln Public Library, Inc.

Film series looks at “swinging London”

“Swinging London” is the theme for the March films being screened by the Lincoln Library Film Society. All movies start at 3 p.m. in the Tarbell Room.

  • March 5 — “Darling” (1965) starring Julie Christie and Dirk Bogarde. A beautiful but amoral model sleeps her way to the top of the London fashion scene at the height of the Swinging Sixties.
  • March 12 — “Sunday Bloody Sunday” (1971) starring Peter Finch and Glenda Jackson. Divorced working woman Alex and well-to-do Jewish family doctor Daniel Hirsh share not only the same answering service but also the favors of young Bob Elkin, who bed-hops between them as the mood takes him.
  • March 19 — “Fish Tank” (2009) directed by Andrew Arnold. Mia, an aggressive 15-year-old, lives on an Essex estate with her tarty mother Joanne and precocious little sister Tyler. She begins an uneasy friendship with Joanne’s slick boyfriend, Connor, who encourages her one interest: dancing.
  • March 26 — “Wonderland” (1999) starring Ian Hart and Shirley Henderson. A series of vignettes focus on three sisters’ dreams, conflicts and weekend escapades, all beautifully interwoven into a single tapestry of love, pain and joy.

Council on Aging activities in March

Lincoln Trad Jazz Band
March 2 from 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Come hear the Lincoln Traditional Jazz Band on Friday, March 2 at Bemis Hall. Enjoy old-time trad jazz that will have you up on our feet dancing and your hands a-clapping!

Painting in pastels with Juliet
March 5 at 10 a.m.
Express your vibrant self with the brilliant colors of pastels with Juliet Rago. She will begin with a short introduction to drawing for those who feel they need it. The class will meet from 10 a.m.–noon on March 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, and 23 at Bemis Hall. No experience is necessary. All materials furnished. Please sign up by calling the COA at 781-259-8811. Limit of six. Cost is $40.

Lincoln Academy with Karin Flynn: A family divided by the Berlin Wall, 1961–1989
March 5 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, March 5 at 12:30 to hear Karin Flynn discuss “A Family Divided by the Berlin Wall, 1961–1989.” Karin will talk about the effect of the Berlin Wall on her family and how they held together despite political pressure trying to divide them. She will also read a few of her poems and tributes to people who helped her and her two brothers when they decided to come to the US and become American citizens. The COA provides beverages and dessert. The lectures last about an hour, including a question and answer period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion. All ages welcome!

World hand drumming
March 6 at 9:30 a.m.
Hand drumming is a fun way to express yourself and enhance well being. Come learn the joy of drumming with acclaimed drummer Mike Connors from the Concord Conservatory of Music on 12 Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. beginning March 6. Cost is $156. Sign up now by calling the COA at 781-259-8811. No need to bring a drum.

Piano class with Wanda Paik
March 6 and 20 at 10 a.m.
Dust off your piano music books, and come to the piano class at the COA led by Wanda Paik. This class is open to all pianophiles, whatever your level, to play, share, and learn more about how to play and practice to help reach your goals. This class will meet for 6 sessions, every first and third Tuesday of the month (March 6 and 20) from 10–11:15 a.m. at Bemis Hall.

Mindfulness walks in nature
March 6 at 1 p.m.
Early spring can be a very special time to connect with nature through walking in a mindful way. Join naturalist John Calabria for a series of walks in some of Lincoln’s most beautiful places on Tuesdays March 6, April 3, and May 1 beginning at 1 p.m. Where the walks will take place are to be determined. Unplug, disconnect from the world for a while and let our senses come alive in nature. These are co-sponsored by the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and the COA. For more information, including locations of the walks, go to lincolnconservation.org. If there’s snow on the ground, you may wish to bring pull-on grippers, walking sticks, or walking poles.

Surviving and thriving through life’s challenges
March 7 at 9:30 a.m.
No matter what your phase of life or what you have encountered in life, you can learn and apply the scientifically proven tenants of Positive Psychology to become more resilient and happier. Come to the COA at 9:30 on Wednesdays, March 7 and 21 and then every other Wednesday to learn practical strategies, share practices, build connections and support each other. Facilitated by Alyson Lee, social worker, life coach, certified and licensed facilitator of positive psychology. Funded by the Friends of the COA.

Declutter and get organized
March 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Decluttering and getting organized can seem overwhelming, but you can do it with some help. Come to a new decluttering group facilitated by Pam Mizrahi on March 7 from 10:30–11:30 a.m. at Bemis Hall to talk about why we clutter and learn strategies.

Selectman drop-in
March 7 from 2–3 p.m.
Drop by and visit with a member of the Board of Selectmen. Bring your ideas, feedback, questions, or favorite Lincoln anecdote. Whether you stop by for a minute or stay for the hour, the selectmen hope to see you between 2–3pm on Wednesday, March 7 at Bemis Hall.

Caring for loved ones at home after death and green burial
March 9 at 10 a.m.
For millennia families have cared for loved ones at home after death and buried them directly in the earth with simplicity and dignity. You can do the same today. Come to Bemis Hall on March 9 at 10 a.m. to hear Peg Lorenz  discuss reclaiming these beautiful traditions. Did you know that embalming is not required; the deceased can be kept at home (two to three days is usual); a family can do the paperwork and transport the deceased; a cement vault is not required by law; both cremation and conventional burial have serious environmental consequences. Get the information you need to make an informed decision.

Proposed Town Meeting plastic water bottle and bag ban
March 6 at 3:10 p.m.
Students from the L-S Environmental Club will be at Bemis Hall on Tuesday, March 6 at 3:10 p.m. to discuss the two proposals they are sponsoring at the Annual Town Meeting to ban plastic bags and plastic water bottles in Lincoln. Get information about the impact of plastic water bottles and bags in our environment and why the students are proposing the bans, ask questions, and give your thoughts and ideas.

Town Meeting resolution on gas leaks
March 9 at 1 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Friday, March 9 at 1 p.m. to hear information about a resolution to be proposed at Town Meeting by Mothers Out Front Lincoln to support a bill before the state legislature, “Protecting Consumers of Gas and Electricity from Paying for Leaked and Unaccounted-for Gas.” If Lincoln passes this resolution, we will join many other Massachusetts towns which have also passed similar resolutions in an effort to motivate the utilities to fix the largest gas leaks.

Lincoln Academy with Steve Low—Jerusalem & At Tuwani: international law & local action
March 12 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to the Lincoln Academy on Monday, March 12 at 12:30 p.m. at Bemis Hall with Steve Low who will discuss “Jerusalem & At Tuwani: International Law & Local Action.” A retired business consultant, Steve Low’s frequent travels to the Holy Land have brought the Israel-Palestine conflict into sharper focus. His talk will address two timely questions: (1) Why is moving the American embassy to Jerusalem so contentious? and (2) Can Lincoln play a role in promoting peace? The lectures last about an hour, including a question and answer period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion. All ages welcome!

Free elder law clinic
March 12 at 3 p.m.
Got a question about issues such as estate planning, MassHealth, protecting assets for a loved one with a serious disability, guardianship, conservatorship, or probate? The COA is pleased to provide a monthly legal clinic with elder law attorney and Lincoln resident Sasha Golden on Monday, March 12 from 3–4 p.m. at Bemis Hall. There is no charge for the 30-minute consultation, but please sign up by calling the COA at 781-259-8811.

Free wellness clinic for all ages
March 13 at 10 a.m.
PLACE: Lincoln Woods
Meet with a nurse at 50 Wells Rd. in Lincoln Woods on Tuesday, March 13 from 10 a.m.–noon. Blood pressure, nutrition and fitness, medication management, chronic disease management, resources, and more. Funded by the Ogden Codman Trust and provided by Emerson Hospital Home Care.

Explore what’s next in a new group
March 14 at 10:30 a.m.
Explore simple ways to have greater joy and meaning in your life in a new group, facilitated by Pam Mizrahi, that will be held every other Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. beginning March 14 in Bemis Hall. This group will help you discover what is truly important to you and how you want to spend the next chapter of your life. People in the group will share their in-depth knowledge and wisdom, do some brainstorming, and be supported in their endeavor to get more out of life. What you discuss in the group will be confidential.

“The Irish and How They Got That Way”
March 14 at 12:45 p.m.
Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday, March 14 at the Stoneham Theatre. Trip-goers will attend the matinee performance of The Irish and How They Got That Way by Pulitzer Prize winning author Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes). This revue is a celebration of a heritage that confronts adversity with determination, good humor, music, and love of life. It is a fabulous show, with excellent reviews, an uplifting musical that will leave you smiling. A comfortable air-ride bus will leave Donelan’s parking lot at 12:45 p.m., returning at approximately 5:30 p.m. This trip is rated easy, as it entails a short walk from the bus to the theater with no stairs to climb. Complimentary refreshments are served at intermission. The cost of the trip is $29 and is non-refundable. Space is limited. To reserve a seat, send your check made out to “FLCOA Trips” to Virginia O’Brien, 4 Linway Rd., Lincoln, MA 01773. Please include your phone number and email address. If you have questions you can call Virginia at 781-259-1291 or email her at vobrien39@yahoo.com.

Coffee with the candidates
March 14 at 1:30 p.m.
On Wednesday, March 14 from 1:30–3 p.m. at Bemis Hall, meet all the Lincoln Sudbury High School Committee Candidates who will speak about the issues facing our High School. Two LSRHS School Committee seats are up for election on March 26. This is your opportunity to meet the people who will be making the decisions that affect your life and that of your family and community before you enter the voting booth.

New group for spouses of veterans
March 16 at 10 a.m.
All spouses of veterans (whether the vet is living or deceased) are invited to join a group to be led by Priscilla Leach, Lincoln’s Veterans Service Officer. We hope that the spouses will benefit from getting to know each other, discussing common concerns, and having fun together. This month’s meeting will be held on Friday, March 16 at 10 a.m. at Bemis Hall, and subsequent meeting places will be at The Commons and Lincoln Woods. No need to sign up, but if you would like more information, please contact Priscilla at 781-259-4472 or leachp@lincolntown.org.

What you need to know about Oriole Landing and zoning proposals
March 16 at 1 p.m.
Important new changes related to planning and land use will be voted on at Town Meeting. Come find out more and have a chance to ask questions at Bemis Hall on Friday, March 16 at 1 p.m. Planning and Land Use Director Jennifer Burney and Assistant Director Paula Vaughn-MacKenzie will discuss a site plan review zoning amendment. Then, members of the Housing Coalition and Civico Development will give information about a bylaw amendment to establish a North Lincoln Planning Development Overlay District and a Preliminary Development and Land Use Plan. Civico Development is proposing Oriole Landing, a 60-unit mixed-income rental community adjacent to the Rt. 2 interchange, Mary’s Way and the Commons including 15 units (25 percent) reserved for those earning a maximum of 80 percent of the Area Median Income.

Lincoln Academy with Jonathan Ammen—Acupuncture and traditional Asian medicine: overview, modern research, and integration
March 19 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to the Lincoln Academy on Monday, March 19 at 12:30 p.m. at Bemis Hall with Jonathan Ammen who will discuss “Acupuncture and Traditional Asian Medicine: Overview, Modern Research, and Integration.” Acupuncture and traditional Asian medicine have become popular and enjoyed increasing acceptance in the western world over the last two decades. Today, many hospitals and academic medical centers are integrating acupuncture services with conventional care. This talk will include a quick overview of traditional Asian medicine followed by an up-to-date chronicle of the science behind acupuncture, how it works and what it can treat. Jonathan Ammen has practiced and researched traditional Asian medicine for 37 years. He currently sees patients and conducts research at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, Lexington, and Peabody. The lectures last about an hour, including a Q&A period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion. All ages welcome.

Senior dining is free in your birthday month
March 20 at 11:30 a.m.
Lincolnites 60 and older are invited to enjoy a delicious gourmet meal with new friends and old at 11:30 on Tuesday, March 20 at St. Anne’s Church. Please reserve by calling the COA at 781-259-8811. The cost of each meal is $5. Caregivers are welcome to come with those for whom they are caring. Let them know when you call if you need transportation or a seating partner. The lunch is co-sponsored by the COA, the Friends of the COA, Minuteman Senior Services, Newbury Court, St. Anne’s, and the Lincoln Garden Club. Enjoy a lunch free during your birthday month—just let them know!

Coffee with artist Owen Beenhouwer
March 20 at 2:15 p.m.
Come have coffee with Lincoln artist Owen Beenhouwer on Tuesday, March 20 at 2:15 p.m. to celebrate his exhibit of photographs in March and April in the Bemis Artists Gallery. Born in Amsterdam, Owen has lived in Lincoln for 45 years, as well as New York City and four other New England states and taught architectural design at the University of Washington. Owen has done photography in black and white, then color, then slides, and now digital. He has been fascinated with patterns and structure and their beauty, both in nature and man-made, and urban oddities including water tanks, and reflections. So come see shots of buildings, bridges, stairs, flowers, glass and windows, overhead wires and more.

Coffee with the candidates
March 23 at 10 a.m.
Get to know the candidates running for local offices at the March 26 election by coming to Coffee with the candidates Ask them your questions, and hear their approaches to the issues facing our community. Come to the Bemis Hall on March 23 at 10 a.m. to meet with candidates for Lincoln offices including Board of Selectmen, Board of Assessors, Board of Health, Housing Commission, Parks and Recreation Committee, Planning Board, School Committee, and more. This is your opportunity to meet the people who will be making the decisions that affect your life and that of your family and community before you enter the voting booth.

Donating your stuff locally after you declutter
March 23 at 1 p.m.
Your 2018 decluttering resolution can be easier than you think. Come learn the best choices for giving your possessions a local home while making great strides to de-clutter your home at a panel discussion on March 23 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall. Hear about the transfer station with Laura Berland, the library book sale with Sally Kindleberger, Old Town Hall Exchange with Dot Taylor, and Household Goods Recycling in Acton with Linda Svetz.

Lincoln Academy with Evelyn Harris—Music: understanding the art of repetition
March 26 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, March 26 at 12:30 to hear Evelyn Harris discuss “Music: Understanding the Art of Repetition.” Evelyn Harris invites you to spend an hour with her as she discusses (mostly performs) music by four different composers (Beethoven, Liszt, Debussy, and Gershwin) and their creativity regarding repetition. The COA provides beverages and dessert. The lectures last about an hour, including a question and answer period. Participants are welcome to stay after the program to continue their discussion. All ages welcome.

Access investment information free through the library
March 27 at 2:15 p.m.
Did you know that all you need to access subscriptions of investment information worth hundreds of dollars for free is a library card? Having a card allows you to get information at your home computer on mutual funds and stocks from Morningstar, Valueline ratings, reviews of stocks, and more! Find out what’s available in the Minuteman Library Network databases and how to use them when Lincoln Reference Librarian Laura Paryl comes to Bemis Hall on Tuesday, March 27 at 2:15 p.m.

The Fireside Chat: coping with grief, sadness and disappointment
How do you handle grief or deep sadness, disappointment? Do you have any strategies to share, or tips to help others who may be struggling? Come to the Fireside Chat on Wednesday, March 28 from 10–11:30 at Lincoln Woods and engage in a lively conversation. Sharon Antia will facilitate the discussion.

School Building Committee update
March 30 at 10 a.m.
Please join the School Building Committee on March 30 at 10 a.m. at Bemis Hall for an update on the latest building concepts and cost estimates as well as a review of the SBC’s presentation at Town Meeting. The gathering at Bemis provides another important checkpoint for our community in moving collectively closer to a town-wide vote on June 9 for a preferred school building concept. For the latest information on the Lincoln School project, visit www.lincolnsbc.org. Questions or comments, email us at SBC@lincnet.org.

Healing motion for life: a free movement workshop
March 30 at 1 p.m.
Being in touch with the way our bodies move, and working to keep our movements unrestricted and fluid help bring health and clarity to every aspect of our lives. Join Susanne Liebich on Friday, March 30 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall to experience a variety of sustainable exercises including expressive movement, breathing and relaxation in a program sponsored by Deaconess Abundant Life Services and Newbury Court. Susanne’s movement practice helps you achieve body awareness, presence, physical strength, balance, focus, and serenity.

The International Museum of World War II in May
In May, the COA will have a trip to the International Museum of World War II in Natick with lunch at a delicious Thai restaurant. The museum hosts over 500,000 artifacts, letters, and documents including the famous enigma machines, letters, diaries, magazines, photos, secret items used by the resistance, and much more. Check the April COA newsletter for more information.

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Climate change film on Maldives shown Tuesday

The film The Island President will have a free showing on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Lincoln, part of its ongoing Climate Justice Film Series. The film chronicles the presidency of Mohamed Nasheed, who served as the first democratically elected president of the Maldives during a tumultuous period from 2008–2012. During his presidency, Nasheed gained world attention for his activism related to climate change. Though it has put a relatively tiny amount of carbon pollution into the atmosphere, the Maldives (the world’s lowest country, with an average elevation of five feet) will be one of the first to disappear due to the rising sea levels caused by the warming effect of man-made greenhouse emissions.

A light vegetarian supper will be served at 6:30, followed by the film at 7 p.m. All are welcome. Donations will be accepted to defray the costs of public screening rights.

Monthly book sale coordinator sought

The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library are looking for a volunteer to help oversee the monthly book sale held at Bemis Hall the second Saturday of each month. The sale is the largest on-going fundraiser that the Friends run and plays a crucial part in helping the Lincoln Library offer wonderful programs for both adults and children. For more information on volunteering for this position, please contact outgoing coordinator Susan Richards Hallstein at reerichards1@gmail.com.

Arbo and Mayhem at next LOMA

Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem

Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem are the featured performers at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, March 12 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7-10 p.m., and Arbo and Mayhem will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. The duo has five albums out; their latest, Violets Are Blue (2015), is an eclectic bouquet of love songs infused with poetry and groove.

LOMA is a monthly event. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Performers can sign up at the event or email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com for a slot. There is a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups.

Group hosts discussion on role of men in a time of #MeToo

The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable will commemorate White Ribbon Day by hosting a discussion of “The Role of Men in the Time of #MeToo” on Tuesday, March 13 at 3 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room of the Wayland Public Safety Building (38 Cochituate Rd., Wayland). After an opening ceremony featuring the raising of the White Ribbon flag, two short films will be screened. One features local men and boys sharing their thoughts on the #MeToo Movement. The second screening will feature a segment of the CBS program, “A Panel of Men on the #MeToo Movement.” The films will be followed by a moderated discussion on the issues raised by the films. Participants will be encouraged to identify ways in which they, as individuals, can be allies in creating change.

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Lincoln’s Shepard discusses book on black Civil War soldiers

Lincoln’s own Ray Anthony Shepard will speak about his book, Now or Never: Fifty-Fourth Massachusetts Infantry’s War to End Slavery on Thursday, March 8 at 7 p.m. in the Lincoln Public Library. It’s the story of George Stephens and James Henry Gooding, members of the all-black regiment and the war’s first black correspondents. Stephens and Gooding wrote eyewitness reports exposing the dangers and tragedies they experienced on and off the battlefield, as well as the shocking injustices they endured in their own army, providing an intensely personal perspective on the Civil War.

Shepard is the grandson of a slave and was the first African American editor-in-chief of a major educational publishing house. He has taught at Phillips Academy Andover and Brandeis University. Now or Never was picked by the New York Public Library as a “Best Book For Kids & Teens” and included on Kirkus Reviews’ “Best Books (Teens)” list. Copies will be available for purchase and signing.

Rev. Jim Antal

First Parish hosts climate-change book talk

The First Parish in Lincoln will host a book discussion and Q&A with Rev. Jim Antal, conference minister and president of the Massachusetts Conference, United Church of Christ and author of Climate Church, Climate World: How People of Faith Must Work for Change, on Sunday, March 11 at noon in the church sanctuary (4 Bedford Rd.). First Parish in Lincoln’s Outreach Committee will also share the activities of its new environmental concerns group. In July 2013 Antal wrote and championed the UCC’s resolution to divest from fossil fuel companies. In 2010 he founded NEREM (New England Regional Environmental Ministries), and continues to write the Ecumenical Lenten Carbon Fast.

Dr. Robert Thorson

Talk by author of book on Walden Pond

The Walden Woods Project and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt will host a Stewardship Lecture with Dr. Robert M. Thorson, who will discuss a new guidebook to Walden Pond, on Thursday, March 15 at the Walden Woods Project at 44 Baker Farm Rd. in Lincoln. The reception begins at 7 p.m. and the talk begins at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. The Guide to Walden Pond: An Exploration of the History, Nature, Landscape and Literature of One of America’s Most Iconic Places is the first guidebook to Henry David Thoreau’s most defining place. Thorson is a professor of geology at the University of Connecticut and is the author of several books on Thoreau and his landscape. For more information, click here or email education@walden.org.

Job search group continues through March

The Networking and Job Searching Group, an open drop-in group to exchange ideas and tips on employment opportunities, has been extended through March 28. It meets on Wednesdays from 10 a.m.–noon in the Lincoln Public Library Tarbell Room. For more information, contact Mary Stechschulte at steckstudio@yahoo.com.

Meet electric car owners

Learn about electric vehicles from Lincoln owners and go for a ride on Wednesday, March 14 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Hartwell School parking lot. The event happens immediately before the Green Energy Committee forum, which will look at articles on the Town Meeting warrant that address sustainability.

 

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Democratic town caucus times given

A previous news item about the March 3 date of the Lincoln Democrats’ caucus omitted the time. Registration for the caucus begins at 9:30 a.m. and the event begins at 10 a.m.

Jazz concert on Wednesday

The CJALL jazz concert with Jimmy Mazzy & The Last Minute Men originally planned for February 7  was rescheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 14 at Bemis Hall. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the concert starts at 8 p.m. Sponsored by Manson Solomon and The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library. CJALL played old-time New Orleans jazz classics at the Colonial Inn in Concord for 30 years. Accompanying Jimmy are Moshe Feldman and Carol Moeller as well as trombone, sax, cornet, clarinet and vocalists.

Learn about natural burial on Feb. 21

“What (In) Earth Is A Green Burial?” is the title of a talk by Candace Currie on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 7–8:30 p.m. in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. Going back to burial traditions prior to the Civil War, all burials were natural or “green” burials. Come learn about re-establishing these traditions. And yes, natural burials are legal in Massachusetts, but few cemeteries in the state are performing them. Find out why and how you can change the rules for your cemetery or create a new burial ground that conserves open space. Currie is director of planning and cemetery development for Mount Auburn Cemetery and director of Green Burial Massachusetts, Inc.

Series on domestic violence continues at First Parish

“Hidden in Plain Sight: Domestic Violence Awareness” continues at the First Parish in Lincoln on Wednesday, Feb. 21 and Wednesday, March 17 from 7–8:30 p.m. in the Parish House (14 Bedford Rd.). This series, which began on January 23, is designed to raise awareness of domestic violence and abuse in Lincoln and the surrounding communities. Ministerial Intern Terry Cummings will lead the program, along with Lauren Montanaro, community engagement specialist with REACH Beyond Domestic Violence.

At the February 21 session, participants will assess different situations and learn about the type of skills needed to respond to the situations appropriately. For those interested in becoming a domestic violence volunteer, this class will provide a preview of an aspect of the training program offered by REACH and similar organizations.

On March 27, First Parish will host a vigil to honor and remember survivors of domestic violence and abuse, as well as those who support people in need of help to cope with their situations. The vigil will include prayer, shared reflections, music and song. The meetings are open to all and are free of charge. To register, please contact Terry at terry@fplincoln.org.

Composting event on Feb. 24

The Lincoln Public Library will host “Composting with Adam Janauskas” on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 2–4 p.m. Janauskas of City Compost will help attendees learn about what to include in a compost pile, the factors that go into making a healthy compost, and what’s required for a good home composting system.

Introduction to music at L-S

Parents of eighth-graders in Sudbury and Lincoln are invited to visit Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium lobby to learn more about the L-S Music Department. Meet the music faculty, tour the music spaces and learn more about music offerings at the high school. Parents of students in chorus, band or orchestra, those who sing or study outside of school, or who just loves music are welcome. For more information or questions, email lsfriendsofmusic@gmail.com or visit www.lsfom.org.

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One-act plays presented at L-S

LSB Players, the theater production company of Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, presents the fifth annual Winter One-Act Plays. Facebook Ruins Everything directed by Adam Rose ’18, Episode in the Life of an Author directed by Ruby Carmel ’18, and An Adaptation of Macbeth directed by Jack Troiano ’18 will be performed on Friday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 10 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Rogers Black Box Theater at L-S. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for senior citizens/students—click here to reserve.

Library opens late on Feb. 8

The Lincoln Public Library is developing a new state-mandated five-year plan of service.
The library will be opening at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 so staff members can participate in the process.

Ms. G predicts six more week of winter

Ms. G, the official state groundhog who resides at Drumlin Farm in Lincoln, saw her shadow on February 1, so there will be six more weeks of winter. There’s now a website where you can learn about the history of Ms. G and Groundhog Day.

Talk on Provincetown preservation

Preservation consultant Eric Dray will discuss Provincetown’s successful preservation efforts in “Advocacy and Sense of Place: The Provincetown Experience” on Sunday, Feb. 11 from 4–5:30 p.m. Bemis Hall. Dray’s consulting business focuses on preservation planning in local communities, including National Register nominations, survey work and support to Community Preservation Committees and local historic districts.

Lincolnites flock to Top of the Town gala

Attendees at the Top of the Town gala. (Photo by Harold McAleer)

Dozens of Lincolnites enjoyed the annual Top of the Town gala sponsored by the Council on Aging at the deCordova Museum on January 20. Click here to see Harold McAleer’s video photo montage of the event with musical accompaniment.

Free income tax preparation help

Volunteers certified under the AARP TaxAide program will prepare your federal and Massachusetts personal income tax returns or answer your tax questions. This free service can answer most of the tax issues faced by low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those over age 60. Appointments begin in February. Call the COA office at 781-259-8811 to schedule a confidential appointment on a Wednesday afternoon or Thursday and get a list of documents to bring.

DeCordova installs site-specific public artwork in Cambridge

The window installation in Cambridge by Vanessa Irzyk (click image to enlarge).

The deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum has installed a new site-specific public artwork in the windows of a Cambridge office building. The installation, part of deCordova’s corporate art loan program, features 12 sculptural paintings created specifically for the space by local artist Vanessa Irzyk and will be on view at 1 and 101 Main St. in Cambridge for six months. The site-specific installation was requested by deCordova corporate member CBRE New England, located in Kendall Square’s Riverfront Office Park. The artist used found wood from Vermont, paintings, and colored tape to make a dynamic 3D installation.

This is the sixth site-specific installation at this property as part of deCordova’s corporate art loan program. DeCordova’s corporate art loan program lets corporate members exhibit artwork of both established and emerging contemporary New England artists directly in their offices. The original artworks are from deCordova’s permanent collection and over 200 lending artists. The corporate program also recently facilitated a site-specific art display for corporate member BioMed Realty at 210 Broadway in Cambridge.

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One-woman show about Eleanor Roosevelt

Sheryl Fay as Eleanor Roosevelt.

Sheryl Faye will perform “Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of the World,” her one-woman show highlighting the life and work of the longest-serving First Lady, on Saturday, Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. Experience how this dynamic woman rose above an unhappy childhood to reshape the role of First Lady and how she influenced our world. Faye holds a B.A in acting from Emerson College and has performed throughout the Boston area as Eleanor Roosevelt, Abigail Adams and Amelia Earhart. Sponsored by The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library, Inc.

Lincoln doctor dons skates to benefit Jimmy Fund

John Ready, a Lincoln resident and chief of orthopedic oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, will be among the Dana-Farber doctors, researchers, and staff who will play a charity hockey game against Boston Bruins alumni to benefit the Jimmy Fund. The Dana-Farber Rink Rats’ game will be held Saturday, Feb. 3 from 2–4 p.m. at Warriors Ice Arena in Boston. Dr. Ready has committed to raise $1,200 to play in the February 3 game. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children, and are available online and at the door. To support a participant or for more information, please visit www.jimmyfund.org/rinkrats.

Author of book set in Lincoln to appear

The Lincoln Public Library will host a book talk and signing with Howard Foster, author of Miranda’s War: a Novel of the Upzone, on Monday, Feb. 5 at 1 p.m. The book focuses on the legal and social battles of a determined (fictional) member of the Lincoln Conservation Commission. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

Brahms headlines “Live at Lincoln Center”

The First Parish in Lincoln will present “Essential Brahms,” an afternoon of chamber music from the Handel and Haydn Society, on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. in the Parish House auditorium (14 Bedford Rd.). World-class artists Ian Watson, Guy Fishman, Aisslinn Nosky, Todd Williams, and others will perform Johannes Brahms’ Horn Trio in E-flat, Op. 40 and String Sextet in G Major, Op. 36. Watson is also the music director at First Parish in Lincoln. Seating is limited and is first-come/first seated; doors open at 2:30 p.m. Suggested donation is $30, and any amount is appreciated. This concert is part of First Parish’s “Live in Lincoln Center” music series.

Ethan Robbins to appear at LOMA

Ethan Robbins

Ethan Robbins is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, Feb. 12 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7-10 p.m., and Robbins will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. Robbins is a founding member of Cold Chocolate, a local progressive bluegrass trio that has shared bills with bluegrass giants such as David Grisman and Leftover Salmon, and has performed at major festivals, including Grey Fox, FloydFest, FreshGrass, and Ossipee Valley. His singing and guitar work prowess is evident in his solo cover of “Mercedes Benz“ from a recent appearance at The Spire in Plymouth.

LOMA is a monthly event. Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Performers can sign up at the event or email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com for a slot. There is a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups. 

First Parish hosts end-of-life workshop

“The Conversation Project,” a two-part workshop on wishes for end-of-life care, will be offered by the First Parish in Lincoln on February 14 and March 22 from 7–8:30 p.m. in the Parish House (14 Bedford Rd.). Rev. Rosemary Lloyd, advisor to faith communities for The Conversation Project (TCP) at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, will introduce a process and tools developed by TCP for having crucial conversations. Through guided reflection, personal writing, and small group sharing, participants will gain support and motivation to have values-based, relationship-building conversations about what matters most to you so your loved ones won’t be left in the dark. The March session builds on the February workshop, so attendance at both sessions is helpful. Registration is limited and pre-registration is required. Register via e-mail at rsmlloyd@gmail.com or on the signup sheet at the entry to the Parish House.

Donate Valentine’s Day gifts to domestic violence program

Each year the Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable (DVR) sponsors a Valentine’s Day Gift Drive to help make the day brighter for families who are not safe in their own homes. The families reside in shelters and transitional housing programs of three area domestic violence organizations: REACH Beyond Domestic Violence, The Second Step, and Voices Against Violence. The DVR gives each family member a bag of age-appropriate gifts to remind recipients that people care about them and support their decision to end abuse in their lives. Click here for a list of recommended donations. There will be a basket for donations at the Wayland Public Safety Building (38 Cochituate Rd. at the intersection of Routes 20 and 27) from February 1-9.

Volunteers are welcome to join Roundtable members as they assemble the gift bags on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 3 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room of the Wayland Public Safety Building. For further information, please email the DVR at infodvrt@gmail.com.