Conservation Commission Meeting

November 20, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Edward M. Kennedy Institute of the Senate

November 20, 2019, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Join the COA on Wednesday, November 20th, for a trip to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute of the Senate and lunch at the famous Doyle’s in Jamaica Plain. The group will take an air conditioned air ride bus, leaving the Donelan’s parking lot at 9:00 am, and returning around 4:00 pm. You will have a private tour of the Institute then go to Doyle’s, the famous Irish pub. This trip is rated moderate for physical ability, as there will be a walking tour and some stairs involved. The cost of the trip is $28, which covers the bus and admission to the Institute. Lunch is off the regular menu and is on your own. Space is limited and trips fill up fast. To reserve a space, send a non-refundable check made out to FLCOA/Trips to Virginia O’Brien. 4 Linway Rd., Lincoln, MA 01773. Be sure to include your phone number and email address. Your reservation is complete when your check is received. Any questions, call Virginia (Ginny) at (781) 259-0421, or email her at vobrien39@yahoo.com.

Technology to Help Elders Be Safer at Home

November 20, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Bemis Hall

Every day new technology comes out that can assist elders to be safer in their homes, whether it monitors well being and sends information to caregivers or others, provides virtual assistants, or offers support for those with hearing or visual impairments. Learn more about what is available, as well as their advantages and possible challenges, when Margaret McLaughlin comes to Bemis Hall on Wednesday, November 20 at 1 pm.  Ms. McLaughlin is Professor of Communication at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California, and is currently Distinguished Visiting Research Scholar in the College of Communication at Boston University.  

VA Health System Benefits Overview

November 21, 2019, 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM @ Bemis Hall

Join Lincoln’s Veterans Services Officer Peter Harvell on Thursday, November 21 at 10:15 am at Bemis Hall for an overview of the VA’s Health Benefits system. Get an overview of the system and how it works and what benefits it offers and find out if you or a family member might be eligible. Come find out what you need to know!

Memory Café for Elders with Dementia and Caregivers

November 21, 2019, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ The Commons in Lincoln

The Commons in Lincoln, Right-at-Home In Home Care and Assistance, and the Lincoln Council on Aging invite those with dementia and their family, friends, and caregivers to the free Lincoln Memory Café on Thursday, November 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the main building of The Commons in Lincoln. Enjoy delicious refreshments and the song and tap dance of Ted Powers! The Memory Café is held each fourth Thursday of the month from 10:30 am to noon at The Commons in Lincoln (except in November and December when it will be the third Thursday due to holidays). Call Elizabeth Kaupp of Right at Home at (781) 275-1400 or the COA at (781) 259-8811 for more information.

Hanscom Area Towns Committee (HATS) Meeting

November 21, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

Lego Club

November 20, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Build & create structures. We provide the LEGOS. You provide the creativity! For Ages 4+

Let's do Galaxy Zoo

November 20, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Let's do Galaxy Zoo. Galaxy Zoo is an online amateur science project that has been in existence for over 10 years. The goal is to help professional astronomers understand how galaxies form & evolve. In this project, amateurs view images from a database containing hundreds of thousands of galaxies and use simple criteria to classify those galaxies in various ways. It turns out that this task is done much more accurately by humans than by computer software. Participation can range from several minutes at a time to hours-long sessions -- it's up to you. In addition to contributing to fundamental research and gaining insights into how science is done, you can see a stunning collection of images of exotic galaxies. If there is sufficient interest, we might start an interest group of people participating in this project. The programs are suitable for anyone from age 10 and up.

Lincoln Library Knitting Group

November 20, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Knitters of all levels are invited to join this fun knitting group. Bring your latest project and knit with others! Beginner's should contact Jen James to see what materials are needed (jenjames@gmail.com)

Baby Bounce

November 21, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Gentle stories and songs for babies and caregivers, followed by playtime. A great opportunity to connect and share experiences! No registration necessary.

3rd/4th Grade Book Club

November 21, 2019, 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

Book discussion and activities for third and fourth graders. New members are always welcome but sign up is required. Email dshaver@minlib.net or call 781-259-8465 x4

An Afternoon of Music & Poetry with Mary Crowe & Evelyn Harris

November 23, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Lincoln Public Library

A wonderful afternoon featuring selected readings of poems by Agee, Joyce, Yeats, Dickinson among others followed by musical settings of these poems by 20th century computers Copland, Barber and Hermann. We will explore how the settings of each piece influence the poetry and vice versa.This program features Lincoln residents Mary Crowe (vocals) and Evelyn Harris (piano). This program is cosponsored by The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library & The Friends of the Lincoln Council on Aging. It is free & open to all.

Uplifting Reads Book Club

November 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

New Members are always welcome! Copies of titles will be available in various formats at the front circulation desk 2 weeks prior to the meeting

Rock & Read

November 26, 2019, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

A lively story program that combines books, music, scarves, and shakers. Come prepared to dance! Recommended for ages 0-5. No registration necessary.

Game On! Nintendo Switch

November 27, 2019, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for a fun hour of playing Nintendo Switch! For Ages 10+

Lincoln Library Knitting Group

November 27, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Knitters of all levels are invited to join this fun knitting group. Bring your latest project and knit with others! Beginner's should contact Jen James to see what materials are needed (jenjames@gmail.com)

Write Stuff

November 27, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

If you are interested in perfecting your writing technique whether for your own personal enjoyment or as part of a writing project our group might be just the right place for you. Authors (and aspiring authors) of all literary styles are welcome! The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings of each month at the library. Share your work and gain insight into improving your work through thoughtful and considerate criticism. Members are encouraged to share their work on a rotating basis (every 6-8 weeks). When not reading from your own work you will be helping others with their writing, this is a wonderful supportive way to improve your writing. For information on joining the Library's writing group please contact Lisa Rothenberg at lrothenberg@minlib.net or call 781-259-8465 ext. 202

Baby Bounce

November 28, 2019, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Gentle stories and songs for babies and caregivers, followed by playtime. A great opportunity to connect and share experiences! No registration necessary.

Planning Board Meeting November 26, 2019

November 26, 2019, 7:00 PM @ Town Offices, Donaldson Room

Property Tax Study Committee Meeting

November 22, 2019, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

Traffic Committee Meeting

November 21, 2019, 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

School Building Committee Meeting

November 20, 2019, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM @ Hartwell Multi-Purpose Room

School Building Committee, Outreach Sub-Committee Meeting

November 21, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Hartwell Multi-Purpose Room

School Committee Meeting

November 21, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM @ Hartwell Multi-Purpose Room

Water Commissioners Special Meeting

November 26, 2019, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices