Coffee with photographer Barbara Peskin
November 1 at 2:45 p.m.
Join artist Barbara Peskin on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 2:45 p.m. to celebrate her exhibit “Moments in Nature,” shown in the Bemis Hall gallery through mid-November. Barbara enjoys sharing photos that play on the patience to let nature unfold as you observe, listen and watch and may come unexpectedly in quiet moments. Her photos come from places like Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons, along with photos of mergansers and puffins from Maine, and more from Lincoln and local areas.
Lunchtime jazz
November 2 at 12:30 p.m.
At lunchtime on Friday, Nov. 2, the Lincoln Traditional Jazz Band will be upstairs at Bemis with a menu of delicious oldies but goodies for your enjoyment. Give yourself a break, join your fellow seniors. Relax, take the weight off, sit back and enjoy the music. Trombone, cornet, clarinet, piano, and drums will be in the house from 12:30–1:30.
Toni Lynn Washington and Sax Gordon Beadle play the blues
November 4 at 2 p.m.
All ages are invited to a free concert by renowned Boston-area blues vocalist Toni Lynn Washington and acclaimed saxophonist Sax Gordon Beadle on Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. at Bemis Hall. The performance is the Second Annual Ronna Cooper Memorial Concert and is sponsored by the Friends of the Lincoln COA. It is a gift from Margo Cooper in celebration of her mother’s life. Washington has delighted and awed audiences in Boston and around the country and the globe for decades as both a singer and songwriter. Marty Ballou on bass, Bryan Claunch on keyboard and Tom Avery on drums will back up Toni Lynn and Sax Gordon.
Lincoln Academy with Chris Hamilton and Barbara Sampson: A glimpse of Iran
November 5 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, Nov. 5 at 12:30 to hear Chris Hamilton and Barbara Sampson discuss “A Glimpse of Iran.” In 2014, with the Iran nuclear deal nearing closure and the Obama White House on a clear path toward improving diplomatic relationships, Chris, Barbara and four others took a self-designed 3-week trip through Iran, accompanied by an Iranian tour guide they selected. They’ll speak of the “why and how” of travel in Iran, and a slide presentation will illustrate aspects of Iran’s history, geography, culture, and people. 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.
Medicare 101: what to know, how to choose
November 5 at 7 p.m.
Come find out the basics of Medicare on Monday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. at Bemis Hall with Minuteman Senior Services SHINE counselors Don Milan and Anne Meade. This introduction to Medicare is especially for those who will be signing up in the next year, but is also for those who just wish to learn more and understand their benefits better. Don and Anne will discuss traditional Medicare, Medicare Supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and medication drug coverage (Medicare, Parts A, B, C, and D); how to go about choosing the plan or plans that are best for you; avoiding penalties when you sign up late, and more. Minuteman Senior Services provides a variety of services that help seniors and people with disabilities live in the setting of their choice. For info on SHINE, call 888-222-6171 or visit www.minutemansenior.org. For information regarding the November 5 program, call the COA at 781-259-8811.
“Noticing” walk with John Calabria
November 6 at 1 p.m.
Come for a gently paced walk through nature guided by John Calabria on November 6 from 1–2:30 at a location to be posted at lincolnconservation.org. Bring walking sticks or walking poles if you like. Another walk will be held December 4. 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.
Navigating aging in place during the holidays
November 7 at 9:30 a.m.
The holidays can be especially challenging for those “aging in place.” Old family traditions may seem daunting or may even no longer be possible. Family gatherings may be challenging with new and different personalities—or even fraught with conflict or regret. Perhaps we see holidays as not as joyful now as we remember them to have been. Yet the holidays can also be a chance to reimagine holiday traditions, connect with friends, and relax rather than host. Discuss all this and more when Alyson Lee, a licensed social worker and life coach, comes to Bemis on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 9:30.
New Russian conversation group
November 7 at 1 p.m.
Come brush up on your Russian by speaking it with others on November 7 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall. Please come whether you are a native speaker, beginner, or in between. All ages welcome.
You’ve been selected…
November 7 at 2 p.m.
…to drop by and visit with a member of the Board of Selectmen. Bring your ideas, feedback, questions, or favorite Lincoln anecdote. Whether you stop by for a minute or stay for the hour, they hope to see you between 2–3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 7.
New chess club
November 8 at 10 a.m.
If you love chess, you are welcome to come to the COA’s new Chess Club which will meet the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. This month the club will meet on Thursday, Nov. 8. Test your skills. Free lessons. Beginners and experts alike—all are welcome. The club will be facilitated by the COA’s social work intern, John C. Dorr.
Bowling
November 8 at 2 p.m.
Let’s go bowling at the Acton Bowladrome Thursday, Nov. 8. Most of us haven’t bowled in years, but don’t worry, you will be using small balls (candlepin bowling). There will be four bowlers to a lane and the group maybe get a little competition going. Afterwards, we’ll head for an early dinner to Not Your Average Joe’s to discuss their bowling skills or lack thereof. The bus will leave Donelan’s parking lot at 2 p.m. and plans to be back in Lincoln by 6 p.m. Traveling in a Doherty’s school bus, the cost of the trip is $15, which includes lane and shoe rental; dinner will be on your own. To make your reservation, send your check to Donna Rizzo, 22 Blackburnian Rd., Lincoln, MA, 01773. Questions? Call Donna at 781-257-5050 or email donna@ecacbed.com.
Flu facts, figures, and how to beat it
November 9 at 10 a.m.
The flu is more than just a bad cold—it can land you in the hospital with pneumonia or worse. But you can take steps to make sure you don’t get it, and if you do, reduce your risk of life-threatening complications. Come hear Tricia McGean, Lincoln’s public health nurse from Emerson Hospital Home Care, on Friday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m., when she comes to Bemis Hall to give you the facts about flu, along with some figures to show just how widespread and dangerous it can be, and the information you need to beat it.
Back to school: learn about the Lincoln School project
November 9 at 1 p.m.
What does this big renovation project accomplish? What does it cost? How does it impact future development of the campus? Learn more and bring your questions November 9 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall. This is a great opportunity to dive into the details before we come together as a community at the Dec. 1 Special Town Meeting.
Free wellness clinic for all ages
November 13 at 10 a.m.
Meet with a nurse at 50 Wells Rd. in Lincoln Woods on Tuesday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m.–noon. Blood pressure, nutrition and fitness, medication management, chronic disease management, resources, and more. Services provided by Emerson Hospital Home Care.
Green Energy Committee updates
November 14 at 1 p.m.
Join the Green Energy Committee on Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. at Bemis Hall for an update on the work of the Green Energy Committee. They will discuss the various initiatives and projects that they are involved in, including the school building project, residential green energy and more. This is your chance to give your ideas as well as find out more about the Green Energy related topics that interest you.
Your caregiving toolbox
November 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Life as a caregiver to a spouse, parent, or other family member can be challenging, but many resources exist that can help. You are not alone. Come to Bemis Hall on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m. Abigail Butt, one of the Council on Aging’s assistant directors, will help guide you through the process of determining what your family member needs, locating and paying for services, and making decisions about independence, safety, and moving to an assisted living or a nursing home. She will discuss the array of services available, how to engage family members and friends as helpers, and strategies for caregiving that will help you stay healthy while making sure the needs of your loved one are met.
LGBT-focused group for older adults to share tea and conversation
November 16 at 10 a.m.
All are invited to enjoy tea and conversation at a new LGBT-focused group to be held the third Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at Bemis Hall. The date this month is November 16. Come share your thoughts, ideas, and life experiences. Older adults from other towns are most welcome.
Let a creative collage bring out your fun-loving, artistic self
November 16 at 2 p.m.
Calling all collage enthusiasts: time to do something with that pile of scraps, magazines and papers. Join Lincoln artist Mary Stechschulte in this collage workshop: November 16, 2–4 p.m. $10 fee, materials provided, but please, bring any paper(s) you would like to use and a pair of scissors. Sign up by calling the COA at 781-259-8811 by Nov. 9.
The fireside chat: “safe and welcoming community”
November 17 at 10 a.m.
Now that we as a town have voted in favor of this initiative, what does it mean? How are we currently honoring this charge and how can we improve? Anyone who has been made to feel safe and Welcome and anyone who has not, join us for this the first fireside chat of the season. Please note the new day and time: Saturday, Nov. 17 from 10–11:30 a.m. at Lincoln Woods. The group is facilitated by Sharon Antia.
Senior dining
November 20 at 11:30 a.m.
Lincolnites 60 and older are invited to enjoy a delicious gourmet meal with new friends and old at 11:30 on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at St. Anne’s Church. Please reserve by calling the COA at 781-259-8811. The cost of each meal is $5. Caregivers are welcome to come with those for whom they are caring. Let them know when you call if you need transportation or a seating partner. The lunch is co-sponsored by the COA, the Friends of the COA, Minuteman Senior Services, Newbury Court, St. Anne’s, and the Lincoln Garden Club. Enjoy a lunch free during your birthday. All you need to do is let them know at the reception desk.
Share tips or get help at smartphone meetup
November 26 at 11 a.m.
Do you have a smartphone that you would like to learn more about or be able to use better? Or, can you give smart phone pointers? Come to a group that will be facilitated by Carol Peskin for smartphone users to share tips and get help on Monday, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m. at Bemis Hall. This isn’t a class, but rather a chance for people to teach each other. Whether you are new to smart phones or are a pro, this group is for you.
Lincoln Academy with Mark Meehl: the American chestnut tree—past, present,
and future
November 26 at 12:30 p.m.
Come to Bemis Hall on Monday, Nov. 26 at 12:30 to hear Mark Meehl discuss “The American Chestnut Tree—Past, Present, and Future.” The American Chestnut tree was known as a “cradle to grave” tree in the past. Largely wiped out in the first half of the 19th century by a foreign fungus, today it survives throughout its former range as an “understory tree” that only very rarely produces chestnuts. Every town in American has a Chestnut Street, but where are the chestnut trees to be found? Thanks to the American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) ,we will eventually reforest the eastern United States with blight resistant locally adapted chestnuts. The project is large in scope but the benefits are many for animals and people alike and general forest health. Much volunteer work has already been done in Lincoln at the Umbrello Conservation Land Trust which will also be discussed. 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.
Healing motion for life: a free movement workshop
November 30 at 9 a.m.
Being in touch with the way our bodies move, and working to keep our movements unrestricted and fluid help bring health and clarity to every aspect of our lives. Join Susanne Liebich on Friday, Nov. 30 at 9 a.m. at Bemis Hall to experience a variety of sustainable exercises including expressive movement, breathing and relaxation in a program sponsored by Deaconess Abundant Life Services and Newbury Court. Susanne’s movement practice helps you achieve body awareness, presence, physical strength, balance, focus, and serenity.
Technology workshop hosted by Boy Scouts
December 2 at 2 p.m.
Jacob Anthony, a member of Concord Boy Scout Troop 132 and resident of Lincoln, will be leading a technology workshop for Lincoln seniors. The workshop will take place on December 2 from 2–4 p.m. in Bemis Hall. The workshop will consist of a presentation on internet safety, followed by a chance for COA members to work with scouts from the troop and troubleshoot any issues they have with their portable electronic devices. The class will conclude with a refreshment period for socializing. Seniors are invited to bring their personal electronic devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops) that they would like help with to the workshop. Please sign up by calling the COA at 781-259-8811.
