As of Saturday, January 22, 2022, the library building has reopened to the public and we are following our regular schedule.
*Library **Hours January 22, 2022 – April 25, 2022* Day Hours open Monday 1:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am - 8:30 pm Thursday 9:00 am- 8:30 pm Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Contactless pickup has ended. All reserved materials can be picked up in our open stack reserved materials area and checked out. Patrons who have concerns about entering the building can call the library at 781-259-8465 ext. 204 – we will be happy to check out your reserves and bring them to the vestibule for you. *Masks now optional in the Lincoln Public Library* The Lincoln Board of Health (BOH) voted to rescind the town-wide indoor mask mandate effective Monday, March 14, 2022, in response to substantially improved and positively trending public health data, including Lincoln’s high vaccination rate. Residents with weakened immune systems or at increased risk of severe Covid-19 disease because of age or medical conditions, or who have a household member at such increased risk, are advised by the Lincoln BOH and the Commonwealth’s Department of Public Health (DPH) to continue to wear a mask when indoors other than in their home, even if they are vaccinated. We encourage the public to continue to wear masks in accordance with their own comfort level and in compliance with the DPH guidelines cited above. Private establishments may continue to *require masks upon entry.* *Updated indoor mask use recommendation as of April 14, 2022*: “Due to recent data showing an increase in positive COVID-19 cases, the Board of Health members voted last night to strongly recommend that people wear masks in public indoor spaces until early May as we see how the infection rate from the new BA-2 variant evolves over the next few weeks after spring vacation.” More information is available on the town website here. <https://www.lincolntown.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=960> Please visit our FAQ page <https://us506.directrouter.com/~hgpozntp/about/library-phase-iii-reopening-information-2> for more information about our changes in service! *Saturday Hours* Saturday hours will run through June 26, 2022. *Sunday Hours* Sunday hours will run through April 25, 2022. *Please note that Sunday, April 24 is the last open Sunday until we reopen on Sundays in the fall. Our first open Sunday will be October 16, 2022* *Other Upcoming Events: * Our programming will continue as scheduled. Please see our calendar <https://us506.directrouter.com/~hgpozntp/events/program-calendar>for more information about our programs. <https://www.lincolnpl.org/services/readers-services/reading-challenges> Reading Challenges <https://www.lincolnpl.org/services/readers-services/reading-challenges> Through the generosity of the Friends of the Lincoln Library, the library is now able to offer online reading challenges via Beanstack, a free online service which offers book and activity logging, recommendations, reviews, and more! As of April 1, two reading challenges are available. *The Lincoln Library Read Local Challenge, running March 1 – November 30* Learn more about our community by reading books from our Read Local reading list about the history of Lincoln and Massachusetts, as well as fiction and nonfiction by local authors! *Poetry Month Challenge, running April 1 – April 30* Read poetry, books about poetry, or biographies of poets! Select titles from our curated list or just choose your own! At the end of each challenge there will be a prize drawing and one lucky reader will be a winner! Rick Riordan Zoom Trivia Night <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/rick-riordan-zoom-trivia-night/> *Wednesday, April 20, 6:00pm – 7:00pm* *Zoom* Are you a super fan of Percy Jackson, Heroes of Olympus, and Trials of Apollo? Do you know how old was Annabeth when she first came to Camp Half-Blood? How about Who Nico Di Angelo's boyfriend is? Prove your knowledge of Riordan's books based on Greek characters and earn your spot as a God in Rick Riordan Trivia! Play solo or in teams with your family and friends as you compete for bragging rights as the #1 Rick Riordan fan in Lincoln! For tweens, teens, and families with children. Email dleop...@minlib.net for Zoom invite. Upcycle for Earth Day: Ball and K-Cup <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/earth-day-kids-event-with-seed-2/> *Thursday, April 21, 2:00pm – 3:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Make your own ball and cup toy using used (and cleaned) K-Cups and misfit craft supplies! Single use plastics are some of the worst pollutants, and cause damage to our bodies and the environment. However, we can lower the impact of single use plastics by reusing plastic items. This program will give new life to used K-Cups and encourage innovative thinking about commonplace items. Best for ages 10+. All materials will be provided; please register with sfeat...@minlib.net 4th Grade Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/4th-grade-book-club-6/> *Thursday, April 21, 3:30pm – 4:15pm* *Lincoln Public Library* Book discussion for 4th graders. This group meets on the third Thursday of every month. Call the library to register and reserve this month's selection. Lincoln Library Film Society <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lincoln-library-film-society-20/> *Thursday, April 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* *The Lives of Others* approx. 138 minutes; 2007. Rated R directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck ; starring Martina Gedeck, Ulrich Mühe East Berlin, 1984. Capt. Gerd Wiesler, Stasi officer and surveillance specialist has a simple assignment: keep an eye on Georg Dreyman, a respected playwright, and his actress girlfriend, Christa-Maria Sieland. Though Dreyman is known to associate with blacklisted director Albert Jerska, a known dissident, Dreyman's record is spotless. Wiesler discovers that Minister Hempf has an ulterior motive in spying on this seemingly upright citizen. During the investigation, Wiesler unexpectedly finds himself in sympathy with the people - or at least to this one particular person. MLN home page Academy Award Winner Best Foreign Film 2007. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-131/> *Friday, April 22, 2:00 pm– 3:00 pm* *Zoom* Learn how to read or listen to library books on a Kindle or iPhone! Kate Tranquada and Elizabeth Creighton will show you how to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from the Lincoln Public Library. They’re available for troubleshooting too. Contact Kate at ktranqu...@minlib.net to get the Zoom link or call 781-259-8465 x 3. Mystery Mondays <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mystery-mondays-19/> *Monday, April 25, 7pm – 8:15pm* *Zoom* This week’s book is *The Van Apfel Girls Are Gone*, by Felicity McLean For information or to receive a Zoom invitation please email Lisa at lrothenb...@minlib.net Storytime <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-19/> *Tuesday, April 26, 10:00am – 10:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Library* Storytime has moved inside! Bring your mask and join us in the library’s magazine room where there is plenty of space to social distance. For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. 5th/6th Grade Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/4-5th-grade-book-club-4/> *Tuesday, April 26, 3:30pm – 4:15pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* 5th/6th grade book club. Please contact sfeat...@minlib.net for more information. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-132/> *Friday, April 29, 2:00 pm– 3:00 pm* *Zoom* Learn how to read or listen to library books on a Kindle or iPhone! Kate Tranquada and Elizabeth Creighton will show you how to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from the Lincoln Public Library. They’re available for troubleshooting too. Contact Kate at ktranqu...@minlib.net to get the Zoom link or call 781-259-8465 x 3. Together Time Tales Parent/Child Book Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/together-time-tales-33/> *Monday, May 2, 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm* *Zoom* 2nd/3rd grade parent/child book club – Registration required. Please email dleop...@minlib.net for more information and to see if there are spaces open for the 2021 – 22 session. Who Picked This Book?Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/who-picked-this-book-club-42/> *Monday, May 2, 7:00pm – 8:30pm* *Zoom* This week’s book is *Alice I Have Been*, by Melanie Benjamin. Please contact Lisa at lrothenb...@minlib.net to get the Zoom link. Storytime <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-20/> *Tuesday, May 3, 10:00am – 10:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Library* Storytime has moved inside! Bring your mask and join us in the library’s magazine room where there is plenty of space to social distance. For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. *Recordings of Past Events:* An Evening with Sybrina Fulton: Cultivating Justice toward Racial Equality <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/an-evening-with-sybrina-fulton/> Sybrina Fulton Mother of Trayvon Martin Sybrina Fulton is dedicating her life to transforming family tragedy into social change. Since the death of her 17-year-old son, Trayvon Martin, during the violent confrontation in 2012, Fulton has become an inspiring spokesperson for parents and concerned citizens across the country. Her book co-authored with Tracy Martin, Rest in Power: The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin, shares the intimate story of a tragically foreshortened life and the rise of a movement that awoke a nation’s conscience. The publicity surrounding Trayvon’s death and the ensuing trial catapulted the country into national debate. Despite the intense struggle of losing a child, Fulton has become a role model to many by turning her grief into advocacy. Remaining strong throughout the trial and ensuing months, she lends her voice to speak against violence towards children and the need to build better, safer communities for all. Her message not only appeals to people’s hearts as it relates to children, but is also one of hope and change, exemplified by her personal experiences and endeavors. As a mother, she inspires audiences to continuously educate their children about civil rights and to help them feel accepted as part of an ever-changing society. An honest and relatable speaker, Fulton always looks forward to sharing her powerful message with everyone from colleges and legal professionals to community and family organizations, and all other proponents of social justice. A Miami native, Fulton graduated from Florida Memorial University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in English. A proud mother, Fulton worked for the Miami-Dade County Housing Development Agency for over 25 years and is a member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Miami Gardens. Currently, Fulton is running for office in Miami-Dade, but is still looking forward to speaking. Topics: • We Are All Trayvon • From Pain to Purpose: The Time is Now to Own Democracy Lincoln Library's portion of this program was funded by The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library. This program was cosponsored by Belmont Human Rights; Beech Street Center; Town of Belmont; Belmont Against Racism; Ashland Public Library, Lincoln Public Library; Morrill Memorial Library and the Wayland Free Public Library. The recording is available to view here <https://youtu.be/rC3j-nJ-DPg>. Three Authors, Three Books, & One Lincoln <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/four-lincoln-authors-discuss-their-new-books/> Featuring Elise Lemire, Judy Polumbaum and Katie Ives Three Lincoln authors who have shared interests in justice, history, and the environment discuss how their Lincoln experiences have shaped their numerous writing projects. Recent works by the authors: *Imaginary Peaks* by Katie Ives Mountaineer Books, 2021 *Battle Green Vietnam: The 1971 March on Concord, Lexington, and Boston* by Elise Lemire; University of Pennsylvania Press, 2021 *All The Available Light: The Life and Legacy of Photographer Ted Polumbaum* by Judy Polumbaum; McFarland Press, 2021 The recording is available to view here <https://youtu.be/xA68P0wuXLw>. Robin Rapoport Reference Librarian (in the library Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday) Lincoln Public Library 3 Bedford Road Lincoln, MA 01773 781-259-8465 My pronouns are she/her/hers
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