Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Meeting

May 22, 2019, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM @ 2nd Floor Hearing Room Town Offices

Conservation Commission Meeting

May 22, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Town Offices - Conservation department

Memory Café for Elders with Dementia and Caregivers

May 23, 2019, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ The Commons

The Commons in Lincoln, Right-at-Home In Home Care and Assistance, and the Lincoln Council on Aging invite those with dementia and their families, friends, and caregivers to the free Lincoln Memory Café on Thursday, May 23 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am in the main building of The Commons in Lincoln. This month, the Café presents Steve Gintz, Musical Therapist, with a love of song and music. Future Cafés will be held on the fourth Thursday of each month from 9:30 am to 11:00 am at the Commons. For information, contact Amy Gagne of Right at Home In Home Care and Assistance at (781) 275-1400 or amy@rightathomecare.com or the Council on Aging at (781) 259-8811.

It’s Time for a Legal Check-Up

May 24, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Bemis Hall

What is an estate plan and why does everyone need one? Estate planning is not just for the elderly, the wealthy or those concerned about estate taxes. Come to Bemis Hall on Friday, May 24 at 10 am when Denise Yurkofsky, an estate planning and elder law attorney from Wayland, will explain the importance of each of the documents in a simple estate plan—a will, durable power of attorney, health care proxy, living will, homestead declaration and, in some cases, a trust—and how they can be helpful to most people in the event of incapacity and at death. She will also discuss the importance of making sure that the titling on your assets and beneficiary designations are consistent with your plan, as well as the probate process, and recent changes in the law relating to estate taxes.

Everyone Can Help Prevent Suicide

May 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ Bemis Hall

Family, friends, neighbors, and others in the community have an important role to play in preventing suicides. After all, anyone contemplating suicide is likely to have frequent contact with those they come across in daily life. Find out more about suicide, how to spot warning signs, and what to do if you are concerned about someone when the Community Education and Outreach Team at Samaritans, Inc., come to Bemis Hall on Wednesday, May 29 at 10 am. You will leave the workshop with the skills and knowledge to better understand the specific challenges facing people at risk for suicide and how best to support someone who may be struggling. All are welcome. For more information about Samaritans, Inc., visit www.samaritanshope.org.

Techno-Teach-In with L-S High School Teens

May 29, 2019, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Bemis Hall

The Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School Senior Class is having a Give Back to the Community Service Day, and they invite you to join them at Bemis Hall on Wednesday, May 29 from 10 am to 1 pm to get advice on cell phones, computers, tablets, and other technology. Whether you want some tips on texting to keep up with grandchildren, or need help learning to store and play your favorite music and films on your computer, or anything else tech-related, call for an appointment today!

Keeping Your Bones Strong to Maintain Independence

May 31, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Bemis Hall

Keeping your bones strong to prevent fractures is one of the most important ways to ensure that you are able to take care of yourself and do all the things you look forward to. All are invited to come to Bemis Hall on Friday, May 31 at 1 pm when Meenakshi Garg, MD will discuss why bone health is important and what can be done to keep bones strong and prevent fractures. She will also explain what osteoporosis is, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available. Dr. Garg is an internist at Lincoln Physicians specializing in preventive medicine and chronic disease management. She is affiliated with Emerson Hospital. Bring your questions!

Hanscom Area Towns Committee (HATS) Meeting

May 23, 2019, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

Write Stuff

May 22, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Lincoln Public Library

This is the Lincoln Public Library's own writing critique group. Sharing, discussion with a moderator may improve your writing skills, and hone new ones. Space is limited. Contact Library for more details

Attracting Birds, Butterflies & other Beneficials

May 23, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Lincoln Public Library

Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Beneficials" presentated by naturalist John Root. Mr. Root provides guidance on attracting beneficial wildlife by meeting their needs for food, cover, and water. A variety of pollinators and other beneficials as well as plants that can sustain these organisms throughout the growing season are described, and organic methods for establishing pollinator gardens are presented. Comments and questions are welcome throughout the program, and handouts with information about attracting beneficials are offered to participant Mr. Root is a Certified Organic Landscape Professional Northeast Organic Farming Association [2017] Free and open to all. This program is supported by in part by a grant from the Lincoln Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Additional funding was provided by The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library

Uplifting Reads Book Club

May 27, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Lincoln Public Library

New members and occasional drop-ins always welcome. Copies of books in various formats will be available at least 2 weeks prior to meeting.

Planning Board Meeting May 28, 2019

May 28, 2019, 7:00 PM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

Property Tax Study Committee Meeting

May 24, 2019, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

School Building Committee, Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Subcommittee Meeting

May 22, 2019, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM @ Hartwell Multi-Purpose Room

School Building Committee Meeting

May 22, 2019, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Donaldson Room, Town Offices

School Building Committee, Outreach Sub-Committee Meeting

May 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM @ Town Hall, Second Floor Hearing Room

School Committee Meeting

May 23, 2019, 7:00 PM - 10:15 PM @ Hartwell Multi-Purpose Room