As of Saturday, January 22, 2022, the library building has reopened to the public and we are following our regular schedule.
*Library Hours October 16, 2022 – April 23, 2023* *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 1:00pm – 5:00pm 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/1169/Coronavirus-Covid-19> 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! *Holiday Hours* The library will be closed all day on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. The library will close at 1pm on Wednesday, November 23 and will be closed all day on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 in observance of Thanksgiving. *Saturday Hours* As of Saturday, September 10, the Lincoln Library is open on Saturdays from 10am – 5pm. *Sunday Hours* As of Saturday, October 16, the Lincoln Library is open on Sundays from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. *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. 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 November 1, two reading challenges are available. *The Lincoln Library Read Local Challenge, running March 1 – November 30 (join any time!)* 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! Any participant who earns at least one badge in addition to the registration badge will be entered in a prize drawing at the end of the challenge! *Lincoln Library Native American Heritage Challenge, running November 1 – November 30* November is National Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate the rich cultural traditions, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in North America. Complete activities and read books written by Indigenous authors and related to the history and heritage of Indigenous peoples. Choose a book from our list of suggestions or pick your own! Need more suggestions? Ask a librarian! Earn badges for reading, completing activities, and attending events. To complete the challenge and be entered in the prize drawing at the end of the challenge, earn any three badges. The more badges you earn, the more likely it is that the winner will be you! Lego at the Library! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-at-the-library-6/> *Wednesday, November 9, 2:00pm – 3:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Build & create structures. We provide the Legos. You provide the creativity! For ages 4 & up. Drop in. Write Stuff <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/write-stuff-68/> *Wednesday, November 9, 7:00pm* *Zoom* Lincoln's own writer's group. For information on joining the group, please email Melissa at mroder...@minlib.net Knitting (and other fiber arts) Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-and-other-fiber-arts-group/> *Wednesday, November 9, 7:00 – 8:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Do you enjoy knitting or other hand-crafts? Want to chat with others about what you are reading and making? Please join us for a weekly drop-in opportunity for social crafting. Bring your current project or start something new. If you are interested in learning how to knit, we welcome a chance to get you started. Please contact Pauline pmaclel...@yahoo.com if you would like to learn! Baby Bounce <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bounce-60/> *Thursday, November 10, 10:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Gentle stories and songs for babies and caregivers, followed by playtime. A great opportunity to connect and share experiences! Intended for infants and their caregivers; no registration required. 4th Grade Book Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/4th-grade-book-club-10/> *Thursday, November 10, 4:00pm – 4:45pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Book discussion for 4th graders. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month. Call the library to register and reserve this month's selection. *The Nutcracker*: A Preview <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/the-nutcracker-a-preview-2/> *Saturday, November 12, 10:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* A reading of The Nutcracker geared to young children accompanied by dancers from the Commonwealth Ballet Company acting out some of the parts. For all ages. No registration necessary. Storytime! For All Ages <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-41/> *Tuesday, November 15, 10:00am – 10:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* A lively story program that combines books, music, scarves, and shakers. Come prepared to dance! Recommended for ages 0-5. No registration necessary. Lego at the Library! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lego-at-the-library-3/> *Wednesday, November 16, 2:00pm – 3:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Build & create structures. We provide the Legos. You provide the creativity! For ages 4 & up. Drop in. Knitting (and other fiber arts) Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-and-other-fiber-arts-group-2/> *Wednesday, November 16, 7:00 – 8:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Do you enjoy knitting or other hand-crafts? Want to chat with others about what you are reading and making? Please join us for a weekly drop-in opportunity for social crafting. Bring your current project or start something new. If you are interested in learning how to knit, we welcome a chance to get you started. Please contact Pauline pmaclel...@yahoo.com if you would like to learn! Baby Bounce <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bounce-61/> *Thursday, November 17, 10:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Gentle stories and songs for babies and caregivers, followed by playtime. A great opportunity to connect and share experiences! Intended for infants and their caregivers; no registration required. Homeschoolers Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/homeschoolers-book-club-2/> *Thursday, November 17, 1:00pm – 2:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Each month students choose a book, based on the theme, to share with the group. The group is intended for caregivers and their children in grades 2+ Siblings welcome! Light refreshments served. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Any questions or to register, email dleop...@minlib.net or call 781-259-8465 x4. 5/6th Grade Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/5-6th-grade-book-club-2/> *Thursday, November 17, 4:00pm – 4:45pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library * Book club for 5/6th graders Please email sfeat...@minlib.net to register! Lincoln Library Film Society <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lincoln-library-film-society-28/> *Thursday, November 17, 6:00pm – 8:00pm * *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* All are welcome! *THE GREAT BEAUTY* Directed by Paulo Sorrentino 2013, Not Rated, 2 hr, 22 min Italian dialogue; English subtitles Featuring sensuous cinematography, a lush score, and an award-winning central performance by the great Toni Servillo, this transporting experience by the brilliant Italian director Paolo Sorrentino is a breathtaking Felliniesque tale of decadence and lost love. - www.criterion.com/films/28604-the-great-beauty Friday Morning Book Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-book-group-58/> *Friday, November 18, 9:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room and on Zoom, Lincoln Public Library* This week’s book is *The Uncommon Reader*, by Alan Bennett For information and to receive the Zoom invitation, please email Kate at ktranqu...@minlib.net. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-164/> *Friday, November 18, 2:00pm – 3:00pm* *Reference Room, Lincoln Public Library* Your reference librarian can help. They will show you how to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from the Lincoln Public Library. Available for troubleshooting, too. Contact Kate at ktranqu...@minlib.net to make an appointment. Virtual Event: Settler-Colonist Ties to Thanksgiving and Columbus: Taking Back the Narrative <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-settler-colonist-ties-to-thanksgiving-columbus-taking-back-the-narrative/> *Monday, November 21 7:00pm – 8:00pm* *Zoom* Missing information, inaccurate stories, and stereotypes perpetuate myths about Columbus and Thanksgiving. When we can't describe an accurate First Nations perspective, it's often because we have grown up in a system that has made hard truths invisible. In this presentation, we will explore this colonial system through primary sources and examine how language perpetuates invisibility and how we can dismantle oppression to bring accurate counter-narratives to life. Claudia A. Fox Tree (she, her) identifies as a multiracial Indigenous woman. She has been a middle school special education teacher for over 35 years. During this time, she has also taught professional development and social justice courses at the college level for Initiatives for Developing Equity and Achievement for all Students (IDEAS) and presented about decolonizing anti-racism initiatives at numerous national and local conferences. Claudia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts (Boston), teaching certification in elementary and special education from Fitchburg State College, and a Master’s Degree in Education from Northeastern University in educational research. She is currently a doctoral student at Lesley University. Claudia is also a polymer clay artist, blogger, and mother to five young adults (and four cats). Since 2000, Claudia has been on the Massachusetts Center for Native American Awareness (https://www.mcnaa.org/) board. MCNAA’s mission is to preserve Native American cultural traditions; to assist Native American residents with basic needs and educational expenses; to advance public knowledge and understanding, to dispel inaccurate information about Native People, and work towards racial equality by addressing racial issues inequities across the region. Register here <https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4016656915968/WN_oYSKo2PQQWCVyUN5p-eoAA> for Zoom link. This program is cosponsored by Belmont Against Racism and the public libraries of Belmont, Brookline, Chelmsford, Lincoln, Maynard, Natick, Norwood, Stow, Wellesley, and Weston. Reading for Racial and Social Justice <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-for-racial-and-social-justice-14/> Monday, November 21, 7:00pm – 8:15pm *Tarbell Room and on Zoom, Lincoln Public Library* This week’s book is *Passing*, by Nella Larsen For information or to receive a Zoom invitation, please email Robin at rrapop...@minlib.net Storytime! For All Ages <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-42/> *Tuesday, November 22, 10:00am – 10:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* A lively story program that combines books, music, scarves, and shakers. Come prepared to dance! Recommended for ages 0-5. No registration necessary. 7/8th Grade Book Group <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/7-8th-grade-book-club-7/> *Tuesday, November 22, 4:00pm – 4:45pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Book Club for 7/8th Graders Please email sfeat...@minlib.net to register! Write Stuff <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/write-stuff-74/> *Wednesday, November 23, 7:00pm* *Zoom* Lincoln's own writers group. For information on joining the group, please email Melissa at mroder...@minlib.net *Recordings of past events are available* on our Special Online Displays and Recorded Events page <https://www.lincolnpl.org/events/special-online>. Recorded events currently available: History of Juneteenth with Dr. Kelli Carter Jackson <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/history-of-juneteenth-with-dr-kelli-carter-jackson/> . Recording available here <https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/uNEzErAtMJ1nAHuUGDkTyea-yAGPhhQ5oDP9HKvyAJ8J3qhvLFdF1ynf1TD-CLuP.TanfIaJRJAe6Lwnf> . Access passcode yGW+FpG8 LGBTQ+ Author Panel with Emery Lee, Timothy Janovsky, Katee Robert, and Olivia Waite <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lgbtq-author-panel-with-emery-lee-timothy-janovsky-katee-robert-and-olivia-waite/> Recording available here. <https://youtu.be/-tjMTVAVoaw> An Evening with Sybrina Fulton: Cultivating Justice toward Racial Equality <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/an-evening-with-sybrina-fulton/> *.* Recording available 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. 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