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Dukakis to speak in Lincoln
Michael Dukakis

Michael Dukakis

The Bemis Free Lecture Series presents former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis speaking on “America’s Role in a Post-Obama World” on Wednesday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. in Brooks Auditorium. Admission is free.

Architecture talk at Gropius House

Join Dr. Sophie Hochhäusl, assistant professor of 20th-century architecture at Boston University, for a lecture on how Depression-era scarcity helped shape modern architecture in a talk on Wednesday, May 4 from 7-9 p.m. at the Gropius House (68 Baker Bridge Rd.). The title of Hochhäusl’s talk is “The Werkbund Settlement and the Growing House: Scarcity, Nature, and Architecture in Vienna and Berlin, 1932.” After the stock market crash of 1929, European designers sought new solutions for the looming housing and food crises. Both in Germany and Austria, architects such as Walter Gropius and Adolf Loos sought to combat scarcity through proposing new housing schemes which culminated in ideas such as the “core house” or the “growing house,” which could both expand over time. After World War II, architects such as Martin Wagner adapted this work at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, aligning with American ideals of prefabrication, self-sufficiency, and mobility.

$5 for Historic New England members, $10 for nonmembers. Registration recommended; please call 617-994-6145 or buy tickets online.

Lovelane to hold Run for Love fundraiser

The Lovelane Special Needs Horseback Riding is holding a Run for Love fundraising 5K road race on Sunday, June 12. Lovelane is needs individual runners and people (both runners and non-runners) to start fundraising pages, as well as companies to become sponsors. The race begins and ends at the Weston town green. There will also be a half-mile kids’ fun run and toddler dash before the main event. This fundraiser is critical because there has been a recent outbreak of strangles among the horses at Lovelane, which has set them back about $50,000 for the year. Last year’s Run for Love event raised about $83,000.

Lovelane also has a vibrant volunteer corps who help during lessons leading horses or walking alongside riders to keep them safe. Volunteers must be 16 years or older. No horsemanship skills required—we will train! Barn help and special event volunteer opportunities also available. If you’d like to become a volunteer, please call 781-259-1177 x 26 (Lisa) or see Lovelane’s volunteer web page.

Volunteer opportunity at Codman Estate

Property Care - Codman - 2009.general Landscape shots - COD.0605Volunteer alongside Historic New England’s staff experts and members to care for and learn about historic gardens and landscapes at the Codman Estate (34 Codman Rd.) from 10 a.m. to noon on the following Wednesdays:

  • May 18
  • June 15
  • July 20
  • August 17
  • September 21
  • October 19

Work includes seasonally appropriate tasks such as weeding the gardens and paths, dividing plants, planting new materials, removing invasive species, and other clean-up activities. You may choose ongoing participation or just try it out for a day. Garden volunteers get a $10 discount on a family membership. A special appreciation gathering will be hosted in September followed by a tour of the Codman Historic House Museum. Meet at the Italian Garden.

Public hearings coming up

House-1Conservation Commission

Public hearing on Wednesday, April 27 at 7:45 p.m. in accordance with wetlands regulations regarding a notice of intent from Vincent Mula for grading and earthwork in the 100-foot buffer zone at 7 Forester Rd in Lincoln.

Historic District Commission

Public hearing on Tuesday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. to review the application of Lisa and Seth Rosen to enclose a side porch at 53 Bedford Rd.

Zoning Board of Appeals

Public hearing on Thursday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. to hear and to act on the following petitions for accessary apartment renewals:

  • Mary Alice Williamson, 15 Conant Rd.
  • Christopher Boit, 61 Bedford Rd.
  • Johan Pontin, 19 Bedford Rd.
  • Phillip Greenspun, 10 Beaver Pond Rd.
  • Julia Altman, 5 Boyce Farm Rd.

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Family activities at deCordova this week

Cultivate curious gardens in the Sculpture Park re-discovering the sights and sounds of spring at deCordova. Join us for any or all of our vacation programs inspired by the exhibition opening in April, Overgrowth, and the promise of spring. Designed for families with children 5–12, but all are welcome. Free with admission or membership.

  • Wednesday, April 20 (drop in 1-3 p.m.) — “Sculpting the Lawn.” Sometimes sculptures take shape as we add to forms. Sometimes sculptures are revealed as we trim, snip, and cut away. Let’s shape the grass blades to our liking as we create turf sculptures.
  • Thursday, April 21 (drop in 1-3 p.m.) — “Sound Garden.” Inspired by Paul Matisse’s Musical Fence, we will create a field of sounds, a nursery of notes from found objects to our bodies. What will you hear when you walk through?
  • Friday, April 22 (drop in 1-3 p.m.) — “Rock Sculpture Gardens.” What if gardens grew stones instead of greenery? How will you arrange pebbles and stones on the ground and into sculptures?

Spring cleaning at Codman Farm

codmanfarmLend a hand and learn more about what’s going on at the farm on Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24 from 1-5 p.m., rain or shine. Projects include tidying up the barnyard, raking out gardens, cleaning up the fields, painting projects and more. Individuals and families welcome. Bring gloves, rakes, hand tools, good humor and snacks. Please RSVP to info@codmanfarm.org.

Pruning workshop at deCordova

The Lincoln Garden Club and the Lincoln-based tree company SavATree are holding a workshop on shrub pruning techniques at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum on Saturday, April 30 at 10 a.m. The event is open to all Lincoln residents and is free of charge. Lincoln Garden Club Horticultural Director Jane Solar will gather attendees 15 minutes earlier at DeCordova parking lot just outside of the gift shop. SavATree certified arborist Rafael Adevelo will do the pruning demonstration on the museum grounds, and answer questions, which may take one to two hours. The event will take place rain or shine.

Spring concert of baroque music

The First Parish in Lincoln presents its spring concert at St. Anne’s in-the-Fields Church on Friday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. Baroque music by Vivaldi, Bach, Telemann and others will be performed by world-class musicians from the Handel & Haydn Society in Boston. Featured performers at this “Live in Lincoln Center” event include Ian Watson, music director at the First Parish in Lincoln, on harpsichord; Guy Fishman on cello; and Aisslinn Nosky and Susanna Ogata on violin. There will be a reception following the concert. Suggested donation is $30 per person, and any amount is appreciated.

 

Obituaries

Thomas Leggat, 89 (April 9) — co-founder of commercial and industrial real estate firm Leggat, McCall and Werner. A service to celebrate Tom’s life will be held Saturday, May 7 at 2 p.m. at the First Parish in Lincoln.

Henry Leggat

Thomas Leggat

Henry Cretella, 89 (April 11) — attorney and retired U.S. Coast Guard captain.

Henry Cretella

Henry Cretella

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School vacation events for kids at library

  • Wednesday, April 20 — Bugworks: “Creepy Crawley” for ages 3-5 at 11 a.m. and “Bugology” for kids age 3-5 at noon. Sign up in advance by calling 781-259-8465.
  • Thursday, April 21 at 3 p.m. — “I Spy Butterfly” puppet workshop. Puppeteer Faye Dupras presents a “see/make/play” puppet workshop for ages 3 and up. Advance signup required; call 781-259-8465.
  • Friday, April 22 at 10:30 a.m. — Springtime Movies and Muffins. Short films based on beloved children’s books Caterpillar and the Polliwog, Picnic and Blueberries for Sal. For ages 2 and up.

Programs sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln Public Library, Inc.

May 2 panel hosted by new Lincoln Diversity Committee

diversityLincoln residents of all ages are invited to a public forum to discover and celebrate the diverse group of people that comprise Lincoln on Monday, May 2 from 7-9 p.m. at Bemis Hall.

The evening will begin with five panelists talking about the diversity they see in Lincoln in their roles in the community. This will be followed by a general question-and-answer period and small group discussions. The panelists will be Lincoln Police Chief Kevin Kennedy; Superintendent of School Becky McFall; Manish Mishra-Marzetti, senior minister of the First Parish Church in Lincoln; Jacquelin Apsler, executive director of the Domestic Violence Services Network; and Carolyn Bottum, director of the Council on Aging.

This is the first event planned by the newly forming Lincoln Diversity Committee and hopefully just the beginning of a dialogue discovering what diversity looks like in Lincoln and learning how we can better support and embrace all members of our community. If you have any questions or would like more information, please email CFCE.Lincoln@gmail.com or call 617-593-0141.

Kickin’ in Lincoln registration deadline extended

The registration deadline for the Kickin’ in Lincoln kickball tournament on May 22 has been extended to Thursday, April 28. Click here for details on age groupings and a downloadable registration form. All proceeds go to the Lincoln School Legacy Fund, which provides financial assistance to families for school related programs and activities.

Co-ed spring flag rugby for grades K-8

MetroWest Youth Rugby is currently accepting registrations for its inaugural spring season. No experience necessary. The goal is to develop the game of flag rugby (non-contact) among boys and girls in grades K-8. Experienced rugby players and coaches will teach your child flag rugby through fun, interactive games and drills. Practices are on Sunday mornings from May 1 through June 12 (no session Memorial Day weekend) with four sessions at the Lincoln School and two at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. The fee is $95 and includes a MetroWest Rugby shirt. For more information and registration, visit www.metrowestrugby.com. Questions? Email metrowestrugby@gmail.com.

Toddler openings at Magic Garden

The Magic Garden Children’s Center has a few openings in its Toddler Room, which provides care and education for children ages 15 months to 2.9 years. This classroom usually has a long waiting list. For more information, call director Lori Leo at 781-259-8161.

Fair celebrates 40 years of three town institutions

40 years fair logoLincoln is gearing up for the “40 Years of Community” Fair packed with activities, art, music and history on Saturday, April 30 to recognize four decades of the Council on Aging, Parks and Recreation and the Lincoln Review.

The fair will feature children’s games and activities including a live animal demonstration, games and activities, storytelling, crafts related to Lincoln’s architectural heritage, a photo booth with a frog cutout, reading by “grandparents,” a scavenger hunt, a trackless train, 18th-century games, a sewing project, carnival games, a sketching demonstration and chance to meet a canine author, an activity table, and seed bomb and pollinator habitat making.

Lincoln’s history will be front and center, with displays on Lincoln history and iconic Lincoln buildings and landscapes. The Lincoln Minute Men will demonstrate aspects of life in Lincoln in the 18th century. Local organizations will provide information and demonstrations on such important topics as energy efficiency, agriculture, heirloom plants, nature and pollination. They’ll also have valuable information about their activities, programs and services.

Lincoln and Lincoln-associated artists will show their best work in the Pierce House, which will also feature historic photos from the Town Archives. The exhibit in Pierce House will also be open on Saturday, April 30 from noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 1 from noon to 3 p.m.

What’s a fair without food? The Lincoln Police Department will host a barbecue while the Minute Men will offer baked goods and cider for a small cost. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic basket and blanket and enjoy a meal or a snack on the grass in the park.

While you’re enjoying all the activities, exhibits and art, you’ll be regaled by music by some of Lincoln’s many virtuoso musicians. Bands and performing groups will play outside on a stage while more musicians will play and sing classical and other musical genres inside the Pierce House. The Lincoln Minute Men musicians will also be on hand.

Among the groups participating are the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, Drumlin Farm, First Parish, Food Project, Friends of the Lincoln Public Library, Green Energy Committee, Historic New England, LEAP,  Lincoln Council on Aging and Friends of the Lincoln Council on Aging, Lincoln Family Association, Lincoln Garden Club, Lincoln Historical Society, Lincoln Minute Men, Lincoln Parks and Recreation, Lincoln Police Department, Lincoln PTO, Lincoln Review, Lincoln School Foundation, Magic Garden, METCO Coordinating Committee, Old Town Hall Exchange, People for Pollinators, and the Town Archives.

For more information about the fair, call Carolyn Bottum at the Council on Aging at 781-259-8811 or Dan Pereira at Parks and Recreation at 781-259-0784. Local businesses interested in donating goods are also welcome to call Carolyn or Dan.

Property news

House-1Property sales
  • 311 Hemlock Circle — Bonnie Kiernan to Michael Trembicki for $512,000 (March 21)
  • 34C Indian Camp Lane — William Carlezon Jr. to Mary Hill Peters for $350,000 (March 15)
  • 9 Smith Hill Rd. — David Ireland to Ali and Danielle Raja for $1,475,000 (March 15)
  • 24C Lincoln Rd. — Margaret Ramsay to Zahra Shahrokh for $527,500 (March 15)
  • 0 Winter St. — Charles Stankard Jr. to MMV LLC for $500,000 (March 11)
  • 12 Silver Hill Rd. — Bolitas Limited Partnership to Carey Cort for $870,000 (March 1)
  • 14 Hilliard Rd. — John Sullivan to Karen L:andin for $1,035,000 (February 10)
Public hearings

Tuesday, April 26

  • Planning Board — to review an application for Site Plan Review under Section 17 of the Zoning Bylaw. The applicant, Jonathan Drew, 133 Weston Road, proposes to add a screened porch to an existing home.

Tuesday, April 12

  • Planning Board — to review an application for signs under Section 16 of the Zoning Bylaw. The applicant at 131 Cambridge Turnpike proposes to locate a sign above the garage doors for his business.
  • Historical Commission — to consider the application of Jonathan and Rachel Drew for a Demolition Plan Review to demolish the dwelling at 135 Weston Road.
  • Lincoln Historical Commission — to consider the application of Tom Bucknall for MCH 80 Tower, LLC for a Demolition Plan Review to demolish the dwelling at 80 Tower Road.
  • Historical Commission — to consider the application of Elisabeth and Zach Herbert for repairs to the slate roof, screen porch, siding and window repair/restoration at 28 Lincoln Road.
  • Historical Commission — to consider the application of Peter and Hytho Pantazelos to demolish more than 25 percent of the roof structure and an attached greenhouse at 12 Woodcock Lane.

Wednesday, April 6

  • Public hearing in response to the Request for Determination of Applicability by Keolis Commuter Services vegetation management within the 100-foot buffer zone along the MBTA right of way in Lincoln.

Where are the other 11? (Lincoln Through the Lens)

Harold McAleer created this photo collage of an apostle flower, which blooms and dies in a single day.

Harold McAleer created this photo collage of an apostle plant flower, which blooms and dies in a single day.

Readers may submit photos for consideration for Lincoln Through the Lens by emailing them to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. If your photo is published, you’ll receive credit in the Squirrel. Photos must be taken in Lincoln and include the date, location, and names of any people who are identifiable in the photo. Previously published photos can be viewed on the Lincoln Through the Lens page of the Lincoln Squirrel.