In the May 29 edition of News Acorns, two photos accompanying a piece about FELS grant recipients were missing captions. The original post has been updated.
Art sales pull in funds for Boston Bridges Initiative
The Schrader-Johnson family of Lincoln with their new painting.
The Schrader-Johnson family of Lincoln are the proud new owners of an original painting titled “Changes” by James Leonard. They purchased the painting at a recent event hosted by Boston Bridges Initiative (BBI), a nonprofit that facilitates cultural exchange and meaningful social interaction between city and suburban families in the greater Boston area.
The art sale was a fundraiser through BBI’s Downsize for Diversity program, which accepts donations of artwork and sells it at greatly reduced prices — and whose earlier iteration resulted in this 2022 book. The sale focused on art donated by the global consulting firm McKinsey & Co.
Framed paintings and photographs from this collection are still available along with hundreds of additional pieces of art at a home gallery in Lincoln. If you’re interested in purchasing art at discount prices for a good cause, contact Joanna Schmergel at owenjoanna@yahoo.com or 617-645-9059.
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Sessions on climate change and legislative measures
MetroWest Climate Solutions will host two webinars focusing on climate change. To register for either, visit metrowestclimatesolutions.org.
On Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m.,will look at climate-related bills currently under discussion at the State House. Massachusetts has a mandate to reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050, so the State Legislature must pass legislation on multiple fronts to make this goal a reality. Casey Bowers, Action Fund Executive Director for the Environmental League of Massachusetts, is responsible for creating and executing the strategy to ensure the policy priorities we need pass the legislature. She will discuss some of the most significant bills before the legislature and their potential impact. The legislative session ends on July 31 so this is the perfect time to reach out to elected representatives to encourage their support for critical climate bills.
New England is currently warming faster than the global average and annual precipitation has increased along with severe rainstorms. Join MWCS for their second program on the effects of climate change on Wednesday, June 5 at 7 p.m. when Professor Stephen Young explains the science behind New England’s warming and what impacts this warming is already creating and will create in the future.
Four at L-S receive FELS grants
FELS, the Foundation for Educators at Lincoln-Sudbury, recently awarded four grants at its awards ceremony. LSRHS faculty and staff are all eligible to apply for FELS grants to fund course work or travel during school vacation time and summer recess. The 2024 FELS grant recipients are:
- Vicky Caburian, Wellness, for “2024 Chronicle Adventures”
- Kelly Gaudreau, English, for “A Year of Wellness”
- Tracie Lopez and Kendra Pavlik, Special Education, for “Gaining and Maintaining Equanimity”
 Left to right: FELS grant recipients Kelly Gaudreau (English) and Vicky Caburian (Wellness), LSRHS Superintendent/Principal Andrew Stephens, grant recipient Tracie Lopez (Special Education), and FELS President Nancy Marshall. Absent: grant recipient Kendra Pavlik (Special Education). |
 Left to right: FELS board members Tara Mitchell, Nancy Marshall and Nancy Donaldson, LSRHS Superintendent/Principal Andrew Stephens, board members MaryAnn McCormick, Ginger Reiner and Ruth-Anne Adams. Absent: board members Michelle McMahon-Downer, Thom Kenney, and Desiree Butter. |
LOMA features The Secret Sauce
The Secret Sauce is the featured performer at the next Lincoln Open Mic Night on Tuesday, June 11 from 7–10 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. This all-women’s trio of Janet Feld, Esther Friedman, and Jackie Damsky perform tasty originals and choice covers with lots of three-part harmony accompanied by guitar, mando, and violin. LOMA is a monthly open mike night event with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups playing acoustic-style.
Getting to Zero #9: Embodied Carbon
What do you know about embodied, upfront, or operational carbon? Why is this topic fundamental to the issues of climate change? Find out on Wednesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. when CFREE (a working group of the Lincoln Green Energy Committee) will host a Zoom event with Tim Lock, an expert on the issues of emissions and carbon that are fundamental to the discussion of climate change and what we can do to reduce our impact. Tim is the managing partner of OPAL Architects, a Maine firm that focuses on sustainable design and high-performance homes. He has also advised the White House on climate policy and the impacts of carbon on the planet. To receive a link for the Zoom event or recording afterwards, click here.
Summer concerts at deCordova
Spread a blanket on the ground or bring your own chair for Trustees summer concerts at the deCordova Museum and Sculpture Park. Tickets include admission to the sculpture park grounds and free parking. This concert will take place on the front lawn. In the event of rain, performances will be in the museum. Click on a title for details and ticket purchase link.
- Friday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. — Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band
- Friday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m. — The Suitcase Junket
- Sunday, July 14 at 6 p.m. — Arias Aloft: Euphoria
- Friday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. — “An Evening of Taylor Swift” by Blackstone Valley Quartet
Early music concerts at St. Anne’s
St. Anne’s in-the-Fields Church will host a summer concert series by SoHIP (the Society for Historically Informed Performance). All performances are at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $5–$35 (click here to purchase and read more). The lineup:
- Tuesday, June 11: “So Far From Home” — Music from 16th-century Spain, France, Holland, Italy, England, and Germany on themes of exile, migration, and hope.
- Tuesday, June 18: “Shir Levi’im: A Song of Levites” — A glimpse into the rich musical life of Portuguese Jews of 17th-century Amsterdam.
- Tuesday, June 25: “Hildegard Reanimated: Vision in Vision” — This multimedia concert shares the four most famous visions of medieval polymath Hildegard von Bingen as told through music, illuminations, and new animations by visual artist Cate Duckwall.
- Tuesday, July 9: “Fantasticus!” — 17th-century Italian musicians traversed the Alps to Germany and Austria, bringing with them the stylus fantasticus, an improvisatory style of early Baroque instrumental music.
- Tuesday, July 16: “The 18th-century Salon: Music by Bach’s Son” — C. P.E. Bach’s distinctive quartets for flute, viola, and fortepiano mark the transition from the late Baroque to early Classical eras.
- Tuesday, July 23: “Let’s Make Arrangements” — Four recorder players perform 15th-century Franco-Flemish masters, Baroque keyboard works, and more.
- Tuesday, July 30: “Cantos y Suspiros” — Songs about the joys and treacheries of love from 17th-century Spain.
- Tuesday, August 6: “Blistering Passions” — Lute songs of Strozzi, Caccini, Purcell, Lawes and others illustrate stories ranging from pastoral idylls to militaristic conquests.
Exhibit celebrating the life of Gerald Foster starting June 4
Gerry Foster
An exhibit celebrating the life and work the late Lincoln artist, architect, and author Gerald Lee Foster will be on displayed from June 4 through July 13, 2024 at The Gallery at Villageworks (525 Massachusetts Ave., West Acton).
Foster passed quietly in his sleep on June 25, 2023 in Lincoln at the age of 86. Contributions in his memory may be made to Mass Audubon, 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773. Burial arrangements were handled by the Dee Funeral Home. See his full obituary and online guestbook.
The exhibit is organized by Foster’s children Mark Foster, Ryan Foster, and Shelby O’Neill. Contact Shelby (shelbymfoster@gmail.com) for further information.
Police log for May 16–22, 2024
May 16
Lincoln Police Department (10:16 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual with contacting family members.
May 17
Todd Pond Road (12:16 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual regarding a possible internet-related fraud.
Oak Knoll Road (12:56 p.m.) — A maintenance vehicle responsible for the soccer field was parked on Oak Knoll Road. An officer checked on the operator and confirmed.
Todd Pond Road (2:43 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual regarding a possible internet-related fraud.
Bedford Road (2:53 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual regarding possible bank-related fraud.
Doherty’s Garage Inc. (4:33 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual with an inquiry regarding criminal records.
Todd Pond Road (5:07 p.m. and 6:08 p.m.) — Attempts to serve court paperwork were unsuccessful.
Walden Street (6:47 p.m.) — Multiple Lincoln officers assisted the Concord Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police with a sobriety checkpoint.
Todd Pond Road (7:08 p.m.) — An attempt to serve court paperwork was unsuccessful.
Lincoln Police Department (8:10 p.m.) — An individual came to the station to speak with an officer regarding an on-going situation.
North Great Road (9:40 p.m.) — An officer checked on two parked, unoccupied vehicles at the Minuteman National Park lots.
Lincoln Police Department (9:56 p.m.) — An individual reported missing items from a recovered wallet.
Bedford Street, Lexington (11:32 p.m.) — Officers assisted the Lexington Police Department with a large group of people.
May 18
Walden Street, Concord (1:52 a.m.) — While conducting a sobriety checkpoint with the Massachusetts State Police, Eamon Donovan, 22, of Fitchburg was arrested for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor. Donovan was released shortly thereafter and ordered to appear at Concords District Court on May 20.
Bedford Road (5:31 p.m.) — A loose dog was located and reunited with its owner.
Todd Pond Road (7:04 p.m.) — An attempt to serve court paperwork was unsuccessful.
May 19
Canoe landing parking lot (1:18 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, unoccupied motor vehicle.
Todd Pond Road (1:56 p.m.) — An attempt to serve court paperwork was unsuccessful.
Huckleberry Hill (2:38 .m.) — Officers responded to a civil matter.
Hartwell lot, North Great Road (9:02 p.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, occupied vehicle. The vehicle cleared from the lot a short time later.
Bedford Road (9:44 a.m.) — An officer responded to Bedford Road for the report of a bicyclist who had fallen. The officer responded but the bicyclist was gone on arrival.
Wells Road (11:44 a.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded to a fire alarm activation. The cause was determined to be from burned food.
Hartwell lot, North Great Road (9:02 p.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, occupied vehicle. The vehicle left a short time later.
May 20
Hartwell lot (2:15 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, unoccupied vehicle.
Sandy Pond Road (8:20 a.m.) — A caller reported a black bear sighting. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (10:05 a.m. — Lincoln Police and Fire assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash on Route 2 East.
Lincoln Road (10:46 a.m.) — An officer responded to the commuter lot for an illegally parked vehicle. The vehicle was gone when the officer arrived.
Lincoln Road (11:43a.m.) — An officer spoke to an individual doing work in town.
Old Town Hall Exchange (12:16 p.m.) — A post office box was damaged. An officer responded and took a report.
Lincoln Public Library (12:32 p.m.) — A rock was thrown through a second-floor window of the library. Both the library incident and the Old Town Hall incident are under investigation.
Lincoln School (12:04 p.m.) — An officer spoke to the principal of the K-4 school.
Sandy Pond Road (8:02 p.m.) — Three juveniles were fishing at Sandy Pond and were moved along.
May 21
Lincoln school (3:08 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, unoccupied vehicle at the school.
Hanscom AFB Vandenberg Gate (9:44 a.m.) — An officer responded for a male with an active arrest warrant out of Hillsborough County, N.H. Antonio Castro, 22, of Lowell was taken into custody, charged as a fugitive from justice, and transported to Concord District Court.
Brooks Road (7:04 p.m.) — A caller reported a dove under a structure on the property. The bird appeared in good health but the caller was concerned about it becoming a victim to a predator. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Acorn Lane (7:21 p.m.) — A caller reported an occupied motor vehicle parked on the side of the road. The operator had pulled off the road to sleep before continuing on their way and then left the area.
Todd Pond Road (8:57 p.m.) — Court paperwork was served in hand.
May 22
Wells Road (1:12 a.m.) — A caller reported hearing animal noises coming from the surrounding wooded area. They were given the Animal Control Officer’s number to report the noises.
Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (11:43 a.m.) — A motorist had pulled over and reported their vehicle was smoking. There was no fire upon arrival.
Lincoln Road (12:53 p.m.) — A vehicle was cited in the commuter lot for failing to pay the parking fee.
Acorn Lane (3:10 p.m.) — A caller requested assistance/guidance after discovering a deceased turkey in their yard. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Merriam Street, Weston (4:46 p.m.) — A lost dog in the area of the Lincoln/Weston line was reported. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Clark Gallery (10:17 p.m.) — An open door was discovered. An employee was on scene.
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What to do if you find a baby bird
Around this time of year, you may find hatchlings, nestlings, or fledglings away from their nests. Lincoln Conservation Director Michele Grzenda recommends learning more from Mass Audubon about what to do and what not to do if you find a baby bird.
Reduce carbon footprint through food you eat
A significant amount of our carbon footprint is generated by the foods we consume. Join Charles Sizer and Vicky Diadiuk at Town Hall or on Zoom on Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m. as they provide insight on the carbon footprint of your diet and how you can reduce greenhouse gases while also eating a healthier diet in “Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Low-Hanging Fruit and Food Choices.” In-person attendees can take part in a tasting after the lecture that will compare similar foods prepared with different technologies that impact carbon footprint. To register for the Zoom link, click here. This program, part of the “Getting to Zero” series, is hosted by CFREE (Carbon-Free Residential, Everything Electric), a working group of the Lincoln Green Energy Committee.
LincFam meetup for new and expecting parents
LincFam welcomes new and expecting parents to a meetup. At the Twisted Tree at deCordova on Saturday, June 8 from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. No RSVP required. Both parents and children are welcome. If you’d like to join LincFam’s list for families with children under 2 or you’re expecting a child, please fill out this online form.
Community center group seeks new member
The Community Center Building Committee is about to enter the final stage of our process — schematic design and construction of the new center on Ballfield Road — and is seeking a community member to fill an at-large seat. Since this phase of work will focus on construction design and project management, they are particularly interested in residents with experience completing complex construction, engineering and/or landscaping projects. Applicants who represent minority populations are strongly encouraged to apply. If interested, fill out this volunteer application and send it with a letter of interest to Peggy Elder, Administrative Assistant in the Select Board’s Office, at elderp@lincolntown.org. Questions? Feel free to call Peggy at 781-259-2601. Applications are due by Friday, June 21. Click here to learn about other town volunteer opportunities.
L-S Friends of Music annual meeting
Lincoln-Sudbury Friends of Music (LSFOM) invites all parents of music students and community members to their annual meeting on Monday, June 10 at 7 p.m. in L-S Conference Room A. Join them to get information, talk to board members, have your questions answered, meet fellow music program supporters, and learn about opportunities to get involved.
Lincoln Girl Scouts “cross the bridge” in ceremony
Lincoln Girl Scouts at the Bridging Ceremony in Bemis Hall (click enlarge).
More than 30 Lincoln Girl Scouts stepped up to the next level of the organization at the Girl Scouts’ annual Bridging Ceremony at Bemis Hall on May 16.
Four different troops hit these bridging milestones. The girls from grades 3, 5, 10 and 12 spoke about their year of service, adventure, and camaraderie including helping local food pantries, running donation drives, delivering sand buckets, rock climbing, camping, and coding.
Two Lincoln-Sudbury High School seniors explained what they did to earn their Gold Awards, the organization’s highest honor. Courtney Mitchell created and implemented hands-on curriculum about wetlands to add to the second-grade science program in the Lincoln Public Schools, while Lucy Dwyer created and implemented an age-appropriate awareness and education program surrounding menstruation and de-stigmatization of periods for fourth-grade students in the Lincoln and Hanscom Schools.
Lucy Dwyer and Courtney Mitchell receiving their Gold Awards.
Gold Award projects are individual service projects that require a minimum of 80 hours including research, coordination, and implementation on a topic that will make a positive and lasting impact on the girl scout’s community. Courtney and Lucy were recognized along with other Gold Award Recipients at the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts headquarters on May 19. Two months earlier, Lucy also received the GESM’s Leading Women Award at the Boston Copley Marriott on March 20.
Anyone interested in starting a Girl Scout troop should reach out to Laura Taylor at lauranastos@yahoo.com or Diana Jong at diana.jong@gmail.com.
Service on June 15 for Ed Foster, 1941–2024
John Edward Foster
John Edward Foster of Lincoln passed away on May 11, 2024 at Emerson Hospital in Concord. His wife, daughter and son were at his bedside. He was 83 years old.
Ed was born in Muskogee, Okla., in 1941 to John Norman Foster and Viola Gard Foster. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sara Kay Foster, and his two children, Kristine Foster Carbone and John Douglas Foster. He also leaves behind four beloved grandchildren, Enna Lea Carbone, Amelia Elizabeth Foster, Evan Aaron Foster and Margaret Avery Foster. His sister Virginia Foster McLain predeceased him in 2006.
In 1962, Ed received a B.S. in business at Oklahoma State University and a B.A. in English at the University of Oklahoma in 1964. He then obtained a law degree at Harvard Law School in 1967. He practiced law as a probate court and estate planning attorney with a solo practice in Harvard Square for 48 years. He was a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association. Ed was admitted to the bar of the Supreme Court, nominated by Lawrence Tribe, Professor Emeritus at Harvard Law School. He also served on the board of Coppermark Bank in Oklahoma City for many years.
Ed was a well-rounded individual and always had vigorous vegetable gardens at his home in Lincoln and a second home in Denmark, Maine. At his Denmark garden, he grew vegetables for the Bridgton Farmers market. He was a bee-keeper and his children helped sell the 150 pounds of honey from his hive at Lincoln’s Codman Fair.
Ed studied oil painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. He loved to paint and he painted regularly for the last 20 years of his life. Enamored with Monhegan Island, his paintings depict the colorful houses and landscapes of the island he loved in Maine. He also painted many portraits of his grandchildren. Curious and adventurous, he loved traveling with his wife and family abroad and in the United States. He also had a private pilot’s license and took many trips around New England. He was quick to laugh and will always be remembered for his unique sense of humor and dry wit.
Relatives and friends will gather for Ed’s memorial service at The Commons in Lincoln at Lincoln on Saturday, June 15 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please contribute in Ed’s memory to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Concord, which provided this obituary. To share a remembrance or to offer a condolence in Ed’s online guestbook, click here.
Police log for May 7–15, 2024
Police get reports of wandering bear
Lincoln police received numerous calls about a black bear sighting last week. In each case, Massachusetts Environmental Police and the Animal Control Officer were notified. Click here to read more about the bear’s Lincoln journey.
- May 9 around 7–8 p.m. — Multiple calls were received for sightings in the area north of Trapelo Road between Bedford Road and Old County Road, and then a bit later in the area of Codman Community Farms.
- May 10 — Blueberry Lane (time unknown as it was reported the following day).
- May 12 — Garland Road (5:40 p.m.) and Autumn Lane (6:41 p.m.).
The last reported bear sighting in Lincoln (to LincolnTalk, not police) was on May 13 on South Great Road close to the Wayland town line. Wayland police confirmed this week that they received reports of the bear on May 14 on Folsom’s Pond Road and several on May 15 in the Rice Road area.
May 7
Lincoln Road (12:15 p.m.) — An officer cited a vehicle in the commuter lot for failing to pay the parking fee.
Juniper Ridge Road (2:05 p.m.) — Two vehicles were involved in a minor crash. An officer responded and helped the operators exchange pertinent information.
Farrar Road (4:30 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with the Animal Control Officer regarding a barking dog complaint.
May 8
Morningside Lane (6:12 a.m.) — An individual called to provide some information regarding ongoing work in the area.
Concord Road (6:15 a.m.) — Dig Safe called to notify the Water Department regarding some work that needed to be completed.
Trapelo Road (8:02 a.m.) — Two vehicles were involved in a minor crash near Minebrook Road. The operators exchanged paperwork prior to officers arriving on scene.
Lincoln Road (8:09 a.m.) — A crash occurred when a vehicle failed to stop at the stop sign as it was traveling west on Codman Road and struck a vehicle traveling south on Lincoln Road. The operator of the vehicle traveling west was cited for failure to stop. The operator was also transported to the hospital. Both vehicles were towed from the scene.
Todd Pond Road (9:23 a.m.) — A caller reported a possible injured owl in their yard. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Deer Run Road (11:53 a.m.) — A scam victim called to speak with an officer.
Weston Road (12:18 p.m.) — Multiple callers reported a single-vehicle crash on Weston Road when a vehicle struck a utility pole and severed it. The operator was transported to the hospital and the road remained closed in that area for several hours until utility crews could repair the damage and restore utility service.
Beaver Pond Road (11:56 a.m.) — A caller reported a dog barking and causing a disturbance. A short time later, the caller reported the dog had stopped barking for the time being.
May 9
Lincoln Road (12:09 p.m.) — A vehicle was cited at the commuter lot for failing to pay the parking fee.
Concord Road (1:33 p.m.) — A caller reported a large dog running free in the area of Weston Road. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
Lincoln Woods (3:05 p.m.) — An individual requested assistance with a resident.
Wells Road (5:46 p.m.) — An officer spoke with several residents regarding a neighborhood dispute.
South Great Road (11:34 p.m.) — A caller reported striking an animal on Route 117 by Tower Road. An officer discovered a deceased coyote and moved the carcass off the roadway.
May 10
Pierce House (5:58 a.m.) — A caller reported possibly striking a vehicle in the area of the Pierce House. The area was checked but no damaged vehicles were found.
Wells Road (8:24 a.m.) — Officers responded for an ongoing incident.
Tower Road (10:53 a.m.) — A caller spoke to an officer regarding recently discovered vandalism.
Bypass Road (11:00 a.m.) — A caller requested information in how to identify a sick raccoon.
Wells Road (10:10 a.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding harassment.
Cambridge Turnpike eastbound, Concord (11:38 a.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded to the town of Concord for a mutual aid ambulance request.
Tower Road (12:44 p.m.) — An individual provided additional information regarding a possible vandalism incident.
Birchwood Lane (12:46 p.m.) — A caller reported a possible truck fire. The Fire Department responded and confirmed the truck was not in fact on fire.
Horses Crossing (3:12 p.m.) — A caller reported receiving possible threats from a business.
Mary’s Way (4:39 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding an off-site incident.
Sandy Pond Road (3:55 p.m.) — An individual requested to speak with an officer regarding identity fraud.
May 11
Mount Misery parking lot (12:33 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked, occupied vehicle at Mt. Misery. The occupants were attempting to find a location suitable for viewing the aurora borealis.
Codman Road (12:36 a.m.) — Several more individuals were on the side of Codman Road attempting to find a suitable viewing spot for the aurora borealis.
Lincoln Road (9:52 a.m.) — A postal employee called to report a verbal altercation with an individual.
Hanscom Drive (10:45 a.m.) — Hanscom Air Force Security Forces called to advise that they had an individual in their custody with an active arrest warrant. A Lincoln officer arrived, confirmed the active arrest warrant, and took into custody Victor Olubambi, 32 of Stoughton. After booking, he was transported to Concord District Court.
Mayflower Road, Hanscom AFB (1:56 p.m.) — The Lincoln Police and Hanscom Air Force Security Forces performed a well-being check.
South Great Road (5:18 p.m.) —Police and fire units responded for a single-vehicle crash. All occupants refused medical aid. The vehicle was towed from the scene.
May 12
Bedford Road (10:25 a.m.) — An individual spoke with an officer regarding a civil matter.
Hillside Road (3:31 p.m.) — A dog discovered behind a resident’s home was retrieved by the Animal Control Officer.
Village Road, Weston (11:32 p.m.) — Lincoln police responded to the town of Weston to assist with a drone search for an individual.
May 13
Giles Road (10:02 a.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding an online scam.
May 14
Silver Birch Lane (8:04 a.m.) — A resident turned in several items for destruction.
South Great Road (8:19 a.m.) — A commuter called to report that they were stuck in traffic. The caller was advised that due roadwork on Route 126, traffic was detoured, causing the delay.
Lincoln Road (11:09 a.m.) — Several vehicles in the commuter lot were issued citations for failing to pay the parking fee.
Round Hill Road (11:27 a.m.) — A Great Dane was spotted wandering in the area.
Lincoln Road (1:56 p.m.) — A minor two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Lincoln Road and South Great Road. The operators exchanged paperwork and both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.
South Great Road (4:07 p.m.) — A caller requested to speak to an officer regarding a traffic complaint.
Rockwood Lane (4:34 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding possible fraudulent activity.
Winchelsea Lane (4:26 p.m.) — A caller inquired about a closed road.
Trapelo Road (6:56 p.m.) — A group of individuals fishing at the Cambridge Reservoir were moved along.
Lincoln Road (8:57 p.m.) — An officer assisted a person with an unsecured container.
North Commons (9:30 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a motorist dragging a traffic cone. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.
May 15
Mill Street (1:05 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked vehicle that was occupied. The vehicle was on its way a short time later.
Concord Road (7:28 a.m.) — A caller reported a deceased raccoon on the side of the road. The DPW was notified.
Lincoln Police Department (11:45 a.m.) — A resident turned over several fireworks marked for destruction.
Hawk Hill Road (11:45 a.m.) — A contractor locked their keys in their vehicle. They were advised to contact a tow company or locksmith.
Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (1:08 p.m.) — A caller reported ducks crossing a portion of Route 2. The Animal Control Officer was advised.
Trapelo Road (4:05 p.m.) — Three juveniles were fishing in the Cambridge Reservoir. They were advised fishing was prohibited.
Trapelo Road (5:50 p.m.) — A deceased owl was reported on the side of the road. The DPW was notified.
Lincoln Woods (7:33 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual with a civil matter.
Trapelo Road (8:15 p.m.) — A motorist ran out of gas. A tow company was called to assist.
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Presentation on drugs and teens
Want to know what recovering young adults have to say about drugs and a night of partying gone horribly wrong? Come see “Back to Life,” a presentation by the Drug Story Theater, on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. in the L-S auditorium. This performance and talkback is geared toward parents and community members to explain the prevalence of deadly fentanyl and xylazine in recreational drugs available to their children, how trying drugs laced with these substances just one time can be fatal, to destigmatize Narcan, and to show that by providing it lives can be saved. Free and open to all. Brought to you by L-S Community Connections. Questions? Please email community-connections@lsrhs.net.
School Committee listening session
Caregivers, students, and community members from our Lincoln and Hanscom schools will have the opportunity to raise items with Matina Madrick and Yonca Heyse of the Lincoln School Committee on Tuesday, May 21 from 6-7 p.m. on Zoom. This session is not a public meeting with an agenda, but rather a casual opportunity to meet with committee members. Click here for the Zoom link.
See films made by L-S students
There will be a screening of short films made by Lincoln-Sudbury students about the importance of community belonging on Wednesday, May 22 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the L-S auditorium (special reception at 6:15 p.m.) Three of the four films by teams of students from Lincoln, Sudbury and METCO explore the theme of belonging. The fourth film is a 25-minute meta documentary called Belong-In about the workshop experience itself (click here to see a trailer). The films were produced after L-S history teacher David Grace, Director of Education of the EMA Foundation, approached Lincoln resident Tom Flint about putting together a workshop through Flint’s Filmbuildfing organization. Questions? Call 617-930-1560.
Juneteenth event for kids
In an interactive family workshop at the Lincoln Public Library on Saturday, June 1 from 2–3 p.m., Boston-based social justice group Wee the People will explore the story of Juneteenth, the oldest commemoration of the outlawing of slavery in the United States. Through stories, craft-making, and a Jubilee teach-in, we’ll honor the joy and radical resistance of Black Americans then and now. Geared for ages 6 and older accompanied by an adult. Registration required. click here.
Virtual hikes through history
“Hikes Through History” with author and adventurer Alison O’Leary provides a sampling of fun and interesting hikes in eastern Massachusetts from her Appalachian Mountain Club guidebook Best Day Hikes Near Boston. The program on Thursday, June 6 from 7–8 p.m. talks about the history of the land we hike on, including the people and historic events that shaped our parks and open spaces. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln Library. Registration required; click here.