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Police log for week of Nov. 29, 2019

November 29

Longmeadow Road (3:07 p.m.) — Caller reports a dog coming onto their property for about a month. The dog officer was contacted to follow up with the caller.

Lexington Road (4:09 p.m.) — Neighbor reports signs being put up that are harassing in nature. Report taken; civil matter.

Old Concord Road (11:01 p.m.) — Caller reports seeing a light on at the residence via the security system. House checked; all is fine.

November 30

Concord Road (8:15 a.m.) — Caller complaining about landscapers using leaf blowers before 9 a.m. Officer spoke to the landscapers about the town bylaw.

December 1

Mt. Misery Parking Lot (3:23 p.m.) — Caller reports an injured dog. They were gone upon arrival of the officer after leaving and heading to the vet.

December 2

Lincoln Road (7:50 a.m.) — Minor motor vehicle crash, no injuries. Officers assisted with the involved parties exchanging papers.

Trapelo Road (1:27 p.m.) — Officer attempted to serve court paperwork.

Garland Road (2:57 p.m.) — Caller reports fresh shoe prints in the snow around her house. They were later found to be a from contractor doing work at the house which the caller was unaware of.

Rte. 117 at Old Sudbury Road (5:11 p.m.) — Minor two-car motor vehicle crash, no injuries. Officers took a report.

Wells Road (11:16 p.m.) — Caller reported their child over age 12 is missing. Party located the following day in Waltham and returned home.

December 3

Tower Road (9:11 a.m.) — Caller reports electrical wires arcing at the telephone pole. Fire Department responded and Eversource was contacted.

Lexington Road (1:30 p.m.) — Resident walked into station to report an ongoing neighbor dispute (civil in nature).

December 4

Liberty Lane — Resident walked into station reporting losing money as part of an online scam. Investigation ongoing.

130 Lowell St., Newton (3:01 p.m.) — Lt. Sean Kennedy and Det. Ian Spencer with U.S. Postal Inspector and Newton police arrested Pierre Fiote, 31 of 95 Spencer St., Dorchester on an arrest warrant obtained as a result of an ongoing fraud investigation. Lincoln police transported him to the Billerica House of Corrections.

December 5

Wells Road (12:38 a.m.) — Elderly party reporting suspicious activity at her residence. Officers arrived and assured the party all was fine.

Trapelo Road (12:27 p.m.) —  Elderly party locked themselves inside the garage. Fire Department assisted in opening the door.

Drumlin Farm, 208 South Great Rd. (4:04 p.m.) — Child was accidentally locked inside a vehicle. Fire Department assisted in gaining access.

December 6

Wells Road (12:29 a.m.) — Elderly resident reporting suspicious activity. Officer on scene again assuring that everything is fine.

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Artist’s reception with Chester

There will be an artist’s reception for “Storytelling: An Exhibit” by Lincoln artist Sarah Chester on Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 5–7 p.m. at the Lincoln Public Library. For more information, email Chester at schester636@gmail.com.

Toys for Tots drive

The Lincoln Police Department is sponsoring a Toys for Tots drive at the Lincoln Public Safety Building (169 Lincoln Rd.). Donations will be accepted until Thursday, Dec. 12. For more information, please call 781-259-8113.

Cookies and cider at book sale

The monthly Friends of the Lincoln Library book sale and jigsaw puzzle swap/sale on Saturday, Dec. 14 in Bemis Hall from 9 a.m.–noon will include home-made cookies and cider as well as cookbooks galore and many other adult and children’s books. FoLL also has a cart of recently discarded library books for sale at $2.00 apiece on a cart inside the library.

Christmas events at St. Anne’s

  • The high-school Teen Formation group at Anne’s in-the-Fields Episcopal Church is planning an Advent service of anticipation at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15. Join us to sing and to ponder the relationship between Elizabeth and Mary as we prepare to welcome Mary’s child into the world. 
  • On Sunday, Dec. 22 at 5 p.m., St. Anne’s will offer Christmas Lessons and Carols. This a festive celebration is modeled on the famous and beloved Anglican service of Nine Lessons and Carols held in King’s College, Cambridge, using traditional language, the King James Bible, favorite congregational carols, and glorious anthems sung by the choir. 
  • On Christmas Eve (Tuesday, Dec. 24), there will be worship services at 3 p.m. (Family Holy Eucharist) and and 5:30 and 10 p.m. (Holy Eucharist with choir). On Sunday, Dec. 29, there will be a service of Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m. The normal worship schedule (Holy Eucharist at 8:a.m., Holy Eucharist with choir at 10 a.m.) returns on Sunday, Jan. 5.

Robert Frost series at library

The Lincoln Public Library  the Council on Aging present “Exploring the Poetry of Robert Frost” with Stephen Collins, a four-session interactive seminar on the poetry of Robert Frost, on Saturdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 2 p.m. All sessions will be held at the library except for January 18, which will be at Bemis Hall. Collins performs one-man shows and teaches courses on historical figures like Herman Melville, Walt Whitman, Frost, James MacNeill Whistler, and Shakespeare. No registration required; come to one session or the entire series.

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Memorial for L-S coach Ando on Dec. 14

Yoshitaka Ando

There will be a memorial service on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 9:45 a.m. at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School for longtime athletic trainer Yoshitaka Ando, who died on December 3. Hundreds of people are expected from all over the country, so please plan to arrive early and carpool if at all possible. More information from the family and comments from the community are available on this CaringBridge web page. His family has also established the Ando Family Fund where people can make online donations to support the education of his four children.

The L-S Music Department’s mattress fundraiser/chamber concert and Music Zoo and chamber concert that were scheduled for December 14 have been postponed until Sunday, Feb. 9. 

Holiday ornament workshop at deCordova

Create a clay ornament of your own design inspired by winter at deCordova on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. For ages 8+ (children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult). All levels welcome. Click here to sign up.

“Coping with the Holidays” workshop

Care Dimensions will offer “Coping with the Holidays,” a workshop that will explore ways to manage the stress of the holiday season, particularly if you are grieving the loss of someone close to you, on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. in Bemis Hall. The session will be led by a trained Care Dimensions grief counselor. The workshop is free but registration is required; call 855-774-5100 or email Grief@CareDimensions.org.

Holiday events at the First Parish

The First Parish in Lincoln is hosting the following holiday events in the parish house at 14 Bedford Rd.

  • Bell Choir Holiday Concert — Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Come hear the magic sound of the bells as the Lincoln Ringers ring in the music of the season! Admission is free.
  • Hygge for Beginners — Thursday, Dec. 12 from 5:30–7 p.m. in the parish house. Join Margit Griffith and Meredith Jeremiah as they explore the cozy Danish tradition of celebrating coziness, comfort, warmth and family, as well as practicing mindfulness. Email sarah@orgto sign up.
  • Labyrinth of Light — Saturday, Dec. 21 from noon–8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 22 from noon–5 p.m. Walk a labyrinth made of Christmas lights and take a moment to ground yourself in the midst of a hectic season.
  • Live in Lincoln Center Concert — Monday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. Hear Handel’s “Messiah” performed by the artists of the Lincoln Baroque Players and Chorus. Ian Watson will conduct from the harpsichord. The “Live in Lincoln Center” concerts bring top professional musicians and singers to Lincoln. The instruments are authentic to the period in which the piece was written. Suggested donation is $40 per adult, any amount is appreciated. Doors open 6:30pm.

First Day celebration scheduled; volunteers sought

Lincoln’s annual First Day celebration will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 1 from 1–5 p.m. at Pierce House with food, drink, music and an activity for children. Organizers are looking for volunteers to help set up, clean up, and work during the open house. If you would like to help, please click here to sign up.

Police log for week of Nov. 22, 2019

November 22

Round Hill Road (11:32 a.m.) — Resident turned in an antique rifle from an estate requesting it to be destroyed.

South Great Road (3:16 p.m.) — Two-car crash on Rte. 117 at Lincoln Road. No injures, both cars towed.

Wells Road (8:05 p.m.) — Resident requested a well-being check on a party who is currently in Sudbury.

Lexington Road (2:18 a.m.) — Waltham police requested a well-being check on a party at the residence. Contact was made and request made to have them contact Waltham police.

November 23

Conant Road (3:10 p.m.) — Minor chemical spill in basement.

Bedford Road (5:02 p.m.) — Odor of smoke in the house. Fire Department determined it was coming from a ceiling fan and advised resident to contact an electrician.

South Great Road (1:59 a.m.) — One-car crash, no injuries. Vehicle towed from the scene.

Woods End Road (5:31 a.m.) — Resident requested assistance with getting a deceased dog into their car.

November 24

Hiddenwood Path (4:52 p.m.) — Resident reports unknown female knocking on their door and walking around the property. She was gone upon arrival of officers.

November 25

Weston Road (12:02 p.m.) — Resident reporting an incident was advised it’s a civil and not criminal matter.

Ryan Estate, 140 Lincoln Rd. (2:18 p.m.) — Police assisted a resident who was reporting a matter. Resident appeared to be confused and was reunited with a family member.

South Great Road (4:39 p.m.) — Vehicle struck in hit-and-run on Rte. 117 near Mt. Misery. Minor damage, no description of vehicle.

Mill Street (9:07 p.m.) — Officer assisted National Park Police with a traffic stop.

November 26

Lexington Road (10:22 a.m.) — Report of an adult and child running around the yard in ninja clothing confronting a passerby. Unable to make contact at the door.

Post office, 145 Lincoln Rd. — Report of a possible stolen package.

Wells Road (11:53 p.m.) — Resident reports apartment was entered earlier in the day. It was found to be entered by the reporting party’s child.

November 27

Lincoln Public Library — Fire Department reports that elevator is out of service.

Lexington Road (10:37 a.m.) — Officer delivered paperwork to a resident. 

Farrar Road (3:13 p.m.) — Fire Department reports a problem with the heating system.

Sandy Pond Road (7:50 p.m.) — Chang Han, 45, of 44 Deerhaven Rd., Lincoln was arrested for OUI following a vehicle crash.

Post office, 145 Lincoln Rd. — Officer checked on two people walking in the area; they were found to be workers from a local business walking home.

Wells Road (1:49 a.m.) — Resident asking to speak to an officer appeared to be confused. Police contacted family member who was in another part of the residence.

November 28

Brooks Road (8:29 p.m.) — One-car crash involving utility pole. Operator was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

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Winter concerts at L-S

The L-S Choral Winter Concert on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium will feature the L-S Chorus and Choir as well as Achoired Taste and the Acafellas, the L-S Chamber Singers, and the new L-S Treble Choir, as well as performances by the Curtis Middle School and Lincoln School choral groups.

The high school’s Instrumental Winter Concert takes place on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. with performances by the orchestra, concert and symphonic bands. For details, visit L-S Friends of Music at www.lsfom.org.

Gift Local and Touch of Christmas Fair

Heather Ring and her daughter Serena with the wreaths delivered for sale at the First Parish in Lincoln’s Touch of Christmas fair on Saturday, Dec. 7.

The ninth annual Gift Local Artisan and Craft Show organized by the Old Town Hall Exchange will take place in Bemis Hall on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Gift Local is a holiday market hosting a variety of talented local artists, jewelers, ceramicists, woodworkers, and more.

The First Parish Church’s annual Touch of Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. features baked goods, crafts, gifts, and children’s activities.

Advent/Christmas events in St. Julia Parish

  • Parishioners of St. Joseph Church in Lincoln and St. Julia Church in Weston are asked to take a tag from one of the Christmas Giving Trees now up in both churches. Presents will be given to local families served by St. Vincent de Paul as well as children in the tri-parish collaborative in Dorchester. Presents must be back by Sunday, Dec. 8 to give volunteers a chance to sort and, if necessary, purchase gifts. 
  • The annual parish Christmas luncheon will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 beginning at noon in the Hastings Room of the Embassy Suites Hotel (550 Winter St., Waltham). All parishioners and friends are invited. Tickets are $35; see the parish website to make reservations.
  • Tim Muldoon, a popular local author of Catholic parenting books, will be on hand during and after Café Julia on Sunday, Dec. 15 to talk about the challenges and joys of raising Catholic kids. All are invited to stay in the Parish Hall (St. Julia Parish Center Hall. 374 Boston Post Rd., Weston) for this presentation. On the same day and location at 3 p.m., the parish’s annual Christmas pops concert and singalong will take place.

L-S hosts mattress fundraiser and Music Zoo

Lincoln-Sudbury Friends of Music welcomes children ages 5–13 with their parents to visit the second annual Music Zoo on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 1–3 p.m. at the high school. Touch, try, hear, and learn about a variety of musical instruments with demonstrations from L-S student musicians and enjoy student vocal performances. If your child is interested in music, private lessons or joining a school band, orchestra or choral group, this is a chance for them to explore and experiment with instruments.

This program will be held in conjunction with the L-S Music Department’s annual mattress sale fundraiser and chamber concert in the L-S cafeteria on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Visitors can browse and try out name-brand mattresses including Therapedic, Simmons Beautyrest and others, saving up to 50% off retail on all styles and sizes while supporting the L-S music program. Local customers can order a mattress delivered to their home within two weeks, or arrangements can be made to pick up mattresses from the warehouse. Ask any L-S music student for a “buy one, get one free” pillow coupon (no mattress purchase necessary). Stop by at 1 p.m. for a free chamber concert in the L-S auditorium featuring a string quartet, violin ensemble, flute choir and Brass Boyz. For more information about any of the events, visit www.lsfom.org.

Get your Christmas tree from the Boy Scouts

Lincoln Boy Scout Troop 127 us now selling Christmas trees ranging from tabletop size up to 10 feet, along with fresh, decorated wreaths at the corner of Lincoln and Codman roads across from the police and Fire Department on weekends from 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and weeknights when the lights are on. Proceeds support the troop’s activities for the year, such as the recently installed Codman Farm trellis.  

Chuck Hall performs at next LOMA

Chuck Hall

Chuck Hall is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, Dec. 9 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7–10 p.m., and Chuck will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. Chuck originally studied classical guitar but later began performing his own compositions while living in a cabin on Temple Mountain in New Hampshire. He has released several CDs including his most recent, “Down at the Old Canal.”

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 hopes to build community/school connections through books

Some of the books on learning and education on display at the library.

The Lincoln School Committee has assembled a list of curated books on learning and education in hopes of sparking conversation within the community. The Lincoln Public Library has copies on display downstairs by the reference desk as well as upstairs next to the parenting section. These are books that educators and community members have read and referenced in conversation and that have influenced the district in some way. Lincoln schools have used some in professional learning, while others have been the focus for school and community book clubs, or titles whose ideas have impacted the schools’ strategic planning. Additional titles will be posted as new topics are undertaken.

Public hearings coming up

Tree removal by DPW

On Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Lincoln DPW Office (30 Lewis St.), a public hearing will be held by the Tree Warden, Deputy Tree Warden and/or their designees to consider the removal of the trees listed below that are in the public right of way. This meeting is consistent with the requirements of the Shade Tree Act (MGL,c.87) and Scenic Road Act.

The trees have been marked with a hearing notice and are being considered for removal because they are dead, in decline, or otherwise posing a safety or operational hazard. The trees are marked as to size and type along the following roads:

  • 10 Old Sudbury Rd., 20″ pine
  • 251 Lincoln Rd., 30″ oak right of drive
  • At Town Hall, 24″ hemlock
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 49 and 50, 12″ maple
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 48 and 49, 12″ maple
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 47 and 48, 12″ maple
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 46 and 47, 8″ maple
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 45 and 46, two 12″ maples
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 44 and 45, 12″ maple
  • Baker Bridge Field South, between poles 43 and 44, 8″ maple
  • 53 Lincoln Rd., 20″ ash
  • Lincoln Road across from Pierce Hill Road, 24″ ash
  • Across from 94 Lincoln Rd., 20″ ash
  • Ridge Road opposite pole 35/1, two 14″ maples
  • Ridge Road, between and opposite poles 35/1 and 35/2, two 14″ maples
  • Anyone with questions may call the DPW at 781-259-8999.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. in Town Hall to hear and to act on the following petitions under the Zoning Bylaws:

  • 9-11 Lewis Street Realty LLC, 9 Lewis St., for extension of original special permit for continued uses of 9, 11 and 11A Lewis St.
  • Rosamond and Francois Delori, 44 Tower Rd., for a special permit for an accessory apartment in loft above an existing garage.
  • Christopher Kalisch and Lindsay Norris, 158 Bedford Rd., for a special permit to replace an existing garage with a new garage and office above.

Council on Aging activities in December

Lincoln Academy with Craig Donaldson — A holiday story: Massachusetts and the 1917 Halifax explosion
December 2 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, Dec. 2 at 12:30 p.m. when Craig Donaldson discusses “A Holiday Story: Massachusetts and the 1917 Halifax Explosion.” On December 6, 1917 the Norwegian vessel SS Imo and French cargo shop SS Mont-Blanc, which was full of high explosives, collided close to Halifax Harbor. The resulting explosion, the largest man-made explosion at the time, destroyed much of the city of Halifax, killing 2000 people and injuring 9000 others. Boston, which had a relationship with Halifax dating back to its earliest days in 1749 as a shipping and fishing settlement, immediately sent people and supplies to help. Learn the story of Boston’s Herculean rescue efforts and the holiday gift given by Halifax in gratitude that we still enjoy today. 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.

Noticing walks in nature
December 3 at 1 p.m.
Come on a gently paced walk through nature with John Calabria on December 3 from 1–2:30 p.m. at a location posted at lincolnconservation.org. Bring walking sticks or walking poles if you like. If the weather is bad, call 781-259-9251 after 10 a.m. the morning of the walk for an update. Co-sponsored by the COA and Lincoln Land Conservation Trust.

Musical jazz lunch
December 6 at 12 p.m.
Celebrate the holidays by grabbing a table at Bemis while the Lincoln Traditional Jazz Band serenades you with familiar good old tunes. Bring a bag lunch and, if you like, food purchased already prepared at the store to share. The COA provides beverages and dessert. [Read more…] about Council on Aging activities in December

L-S recognizes National Merit Scholar students

Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School congratulates nine semifinalists and 23 commended students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. The semifinalists will continue in competition for approximately 7,500 scholarships that will be offered in the spring of 2020. Commended students are recognized for exceptional academic promise demonstrated by their outstanding performance on the 2020 qualifying test and are commended on their outstanding potential for academic success.

National Merit semifinalists are (left to right) Stephanie Lu, Laura Appleby,* Jonah Krasnow, Derek Nielsen, Justin Lewitus, Tea Baumgartner, Abigail Truex, and Ranen Leung.

 

National Merit Commended Scholars are (back row, left to right) Grant Bordner, Ethan Minkoff, Jason Huang, Keith Hylton,* Anny Fryling, Haydon Merrill, Jessie Li, and Caoilin Engstrom.* Front row, left to right: Arlene Leavitt, Abigail Ganz, Eric Feng, Aiden Pendergast, Allison Densel, Parker Simon, Benjamin Morris, Kelly Durning, and Julian Flack.

* Lincoln resident

Police log for week of Nov. 15, 2019

November 15

Lincoln Gas and Auto, 170 South Great Rd. (6:27 a.m.) — Motorist called reporting she couldn’t locate an attendant at the gas station to pump her gas. While speaking with dispatch an employee arrived to assist.

Donelan’s Supermarket, 145 Lincoln Rd. (10:12 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle parked behind Donelan’s. Spoke to the occupants and they were sent on their way.

November 16

226 Tower Rd. (8:29 a.m.) —Resident asked an officer to conduct a VIN verification so they could register a vehicle.

Lincoln Public Library (10:08 a.m.) — Officer spoke to a patron in regards to previously viewing content in violation of the library’s policy.

Meadowdam Road (2:51 p.m.) — Brush fire caused by wires in a tree. Fire Department extinguished the brush fire and contacted Eversource to respond.

November 17

Overflow parking lot, 24 South Great Rd. (1:12 a.m.) — William Woyda, 24, of 17 Woodlawn St., Northborough, was stopped and later arrested for OUI/liquor and speeding.

November 18

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound at Bedford Road (9:41 a.m. and again at 4:51 p.m.) — Traffic lights malfunctioning at the intersection. MassDOT and Mass. State Police notified.

Beaver Pond Road (3:20 p.m.) — Caller reports an outside odor of gas. Fire Department checked the area and was unable to locate any odor.

3 Pierce Hill Rd. (4:02 p.m.) — Neighbor reports suspicious activity at the residence. Officers spoke to a party on scene who was watching the pets.

223 Sandy Pond Rd. (5:03 p.m.) — Caller reports stove possibly left on by accident. Fire Department responded to assist.

5 Oakdale Lane (6:51 p.m.) — Medical call.

116 Lincoln Rd. (10:16 p.m.) — Caller reports hearing someone outside the residence. Officers checked the area and all appears fine.

November 19

231 Aspen Circle (7:45 a.m.) — Caller reports hearing an odd noise outside the residence. Officers checked the area and all appears fine; likely weather-related.

North Great Road (8:47 a.m.) — Three-car crash on Rte. 2A near the transfer station. No injuries.

15 Twin Pond Lane (10:07 a.m.) — Call for a fire alarm sounding. Fire Department checked; all is fine, detector needed battery replaced.

50 Wells Rd. (4:02 p.m.) — Resident came to the station to have a pellet gun destroyed.

64 Conant Rd. (11:44 p.m.) — Caller reports possibly being a victim of a computer scam.

November 21

2 Harvest Circle (9:28 p.m.) — Staff member reported that earlier in the day, there were five people driving around The Commons complex in a white van soliciting. Staff was advised of the bylaw and advised to call if they return.

November 22

Concord Road (12:54 a.m.) — Traffic sign was struck and knocked over. DPW notified.

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Two Lincoln organizations receive mini-grants

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation has announced that two Lincoln nonprofit organizations were awarded a total of $2,000 from the foundation’s Community Spirit 9/11 Mini-Grant program. The Massachusetts Audubon Society received $1,500 and The Food Project was awarded $500.

The program, which was created to commemorate Harvard Pilgrim members who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, allows each Harvard Pilgrim employee to award a $500 grant, completely funded by the foundation, to the local charity of his or her choice each calendar year. Since the program began in 2002, Harvard Pilgrim employees have directed more than $6.5 million to thousands of organizations throughout Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. 

Thanksgiving luncheon for seniors

The MLK Action Project at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School invites the senior citizens of both Lincoln and Sudbury to the annual Thanksgiving Senior Citizen Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at noon in the high school cafeteria. Come enjoy the festivities, a wonderful meal accompanied by the L-S Jazz Band and other music groups.

Holiday event at deCordova store/cafe

The deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum will host a Holiday Hygge at its store and café on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 3–6 p.m. where visitors can enjoy art making, local shopping, food, drink, merriment, and hygge—the Danish word for coziness, comfort, happiness, and kinship. Tickets ($20 for members, $15 for nonmembers, free for children 12 and under) include admission and also:

  • A family-friendly paper lantern-making activity
  • A winter-themed story hour
  • Hot mulled cider and seasonally inspired snacks 
  • An exclusive 10% off discount at the store (20% for Trustees members), including the 26th Annual Holiday Artists’ Market, during the event for ticket holders only
  • Free gift-wrapping on purchases made during the event
  • Artist demonstrations
  • Entry into a raffle for the chance to win a variety of prizes, including a Trustees membership, fun merchandise packages, a private tour of deCordova, and a gift certificate toward registration at its summer camp

Girl Scout projects help Lincoln seniors

The Lincoln Girl Scouts are working with the Council on Aging to help Lincoln residents enjoy the holiday season and be more aware, prepared, and safe during snowstorms through three important projects. The Scouts will once again be collecting items for holiday gift baskets to be given to elders in need of basic items. Others are collecting items for winter preparedness kits that will be distributed to elders in need to ensure they’re ready for storms in a project in collaboration with the Fire Department and Parks and Recreation. Keep an eye out for collection points around town for both these projects.

Additionally, if you would like a bucket of sand to help with slippery spots on your driveway or walkway, contact the COA by phone at 781-259-8811 or come on down to Bemis Hall to sign up and the Girl Scouts will arrange to deliver one to you.

Seniors can get well-being calls during emergencies

The COA and Public Safety are pleased to offer well-being telephone calls during storms and other emergencies. They will call you when storms cause extensive power outages, and in extended spells of extreme cold and other similar situations. If they can’t reach you by phone, Public Safety will do a well-being check at your home to make sure you are all right. To sign up for this service please call the COA at 781-259-8811 and give your name, address, and any phone numbers you would like them to call (a cell phone or family member, for example), as well as any other pertinent information you would like to share with us, such as special medical needs. You may ask to be taken off the list at any time.