[LincolnTalk] Free styrofoam boxes

2021-08-02 Thread RAandBOB
Does anyone have a creative use for these boxes? I receive one a month in the mail for a medication that requires being cold. The one-foot ruler provides a sense of scale. They contain a loose reflective liner and two re-freezable gel packs. I can imagine using them to tote something cold or p

Re: [LincolnTalk] Brown water in Lincoln?

2021-09-09 Thread RAandBOB
The water department web site has information on how to flush your pipes after a brown water water incident. See: http://www.lincolntown.org/DocumentCenter/View/58940/Discolored-Water-and-Flushing-Guide Ruth Ann Hendrickson (She, her, hers) Water Commissioner > On Sep 9, 2021, at 8:36 AM, Dan S

Re: [LincolnTalk] Sick Squirrel?

2021-10-02 Thread RAandBOB
I had two in my yard that I think had some kind of mites. One had chewed all the fur off of his tail and the other one had denuded about the top 2 inches. I saw him sitting on a fence post, scratching relentlessly and biting at his tail. I haven’t seen either one for a long time, so I assume the

Re: [LincolnTalk] crazy/snake/jumping worms ?

2021-10-03 Thread RAandBOB
I tried the mustard mix.There’s no way you could do a whole lawn that way. And the little pesters are fast. I was only able to about pick up about 2/3 of them before they disappeared back into the dirt. My husband says they appear when he’s raking the leaves in the fall, so I can follow him whi

Re: [LincolnTalk] Remedy for Browning Pine Needles?

2021-10-15 Thread RAandBOB
It may be this from recent UMASS Ag posting What can I do to protect two- and three-needle pines from Diplodia blight? A: Diplodia blight of two- and three-needle pines, caused by Diplodia sapinea, has been abundant this growing season. The disease primarily occurs on Scots (Pinus sylvestris), r

Re: [LincolnTalk] water tastes bad

2021-10-29 Thread RAandBOB
When I first moved here in 1967, Lincoln had that open pressure reservoir and no treatment plant. The water was sometimes coffee brown and occasionally had fish parts floating in it. Our water is much improved since those days! ;-) Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Oct 29, 2021, at 12:29 PM, sally

[LincolnTalk] Water main break, Old Sudbury Rd.

2021-11-05 Thread RAandBOB
There was a water main break this morning at 6 AM on old Sudbury Rd. It’s already repaired, but people in the area may experience brown water. Check your faucets and run the water to clear it if you have any discoloration. Ruth Ann Hendrickson Water Commissioner -- The LincolnTalk mailing lis

Re: [LincolnTalk] House-cleaner recommendation

2021-11-15 Thread RAandBOB
It is important when dealing with a single cleaning person to make sure that they are filing their social security payments. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Nov 15, 2021, at 3:46 PM, Kathleen Sullivan > wrote: > >  > > I'm late to this thread because I receive the digest of Lincoln Talk. >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Sherman's Bridge

2021-11-15 Thread RAandBOB
My two boys were in high school during the last big flood. If you’re going to go to the high school in Sudbury, some how you have to get across the river. My father had given them his big old Chevy, and every day they drove to school via Sherman Bridge Road, since we live in South West Lincoln.

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donating coats

2021-11-30 Thread RAandBOB
First Parish Lincoln is having a drive for warm winter clothes of all types and sizes, including coats,hats and gloves. Drop off at the right hand porch across from Bemis Hall Sunday, Dec. 5th to Tuesday, December 7th. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Nov 30, 2021, at 10:27 AM, Alice Waugh wro

[LincolnTalk] Asking to borrow ice skates

2021-12-22 Thread RAandBOB
My son Curtis and his family will be visiting from Birmingham, Alabama, for the week after Christmas. It would be a special treat for them to try ice-skating, but of course they don’t have any ice skates. If anyone would be willing to lend them skates so they can try out the ice rink for a few h

Re: [LincolnTalk] Water Analysis Question

2021-12-27 Thread RAandBOB
The water department website lists four testing companies: http://www.lincolntown.org/399/Water-Quality Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Dec 26, 2021, at 7:41 PM, Daniela Caride wrote: > >  > I use Nashoba Analytical in Ayer, MA. > > https://www.nashobaanalytical..com/ > >> On Sun, Dec 26, 20

[LincolnTalk] Ice skating

2021-12-28 Thread RAandBOB
Is there any place in Lincoln at the moment where one can go to ice skate? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mail

Re: [LincolnTalk] Ice skating

2021-12-28 Thread RAandBOB
me out. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Dec 28, 2021, at 1:54 PM, Anne Warner wrote: > >  > Too warm at the moment. It's 44 degrees out. > >> On Tue, Dec 28, 2021 at 1:22 PM RAandBOB wrote: >> Is there any place in Lincoln at the moment where one can go to ic

[LincolnTalk] ISO: someone who can dye a beard

2022-01-26 Thread RAandBOB
My son’s beard has turned white, and he’d like to find someone who can dye it brown at a reasonable price. Any suggestions? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Brow

[LincolnTalk] Support for Hutchinson for Select Board

2022-03-11 Thread RAandBOB
Fellow Lincolnites: I urge you to cast your vote for Jim Hutchinson for Select Board in the upcoming town election on March 28th. I have served on both the Green Energy Committee and the Water Commission with Jim Hutchinson. When Jim volunteered to join the Water Commission, the Water Departme

Re: [LincolnTalk] (No subject)

2022-03-15 Thread RAandBOB
Dr. Geoff Van Flandern Ortho surgeon (617-277-1205 ext 0) at NE Baptist did hips and/or knees of almost everyone in my family (including my hip). He’s wonderful - kind and thorough. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Mar 15, 2022, at 9:44 AM, Leah Bloom wrote: > > Looking for a good sports medi

[LincolnTalk] Housing Choice Act

2023-10-11 Thread RAandBOB
I am largely in favor of the recommendations from the HCA study committee. But I did not like Planning Board‘s response to traffic issues. Usually, she said, they deal with traffic issues case by case basis, as the developments before the planning board. In this case, however, the Town is openin

Re: [LincolnTalk] On yesterday's HCA meeting

2023-10-12 Thread RAandBOB
It upsets me a great deal when I hear aspersions like this cast on town boards. The development on Mary’s Way was seen by the town as a way to protect the town from 40 B developments for several years ahead. It also allowed us to provide some much needed moderate income housing and add to the net z

Re: [LincolnTalk] Yet another HCA email

2023-10-13 Thread RAandBOB
Yes, but how many hours did they spend attending Neighborhood meetings and town board meetings and reconfiguring the site according to the board requirements and then building all these Leeds-Certified units, developing water and septic infrastructure, parking, lots and access roads, refurbishing t

Re: [LincolnTalk] Excellent story on the housing crisis, affordable housing & zoning

2023-10-19 Thread RAandBOB
I would like to make two points:– interestingly, a lot of young families have been moving in to Farrar Pond village, to the extent that they have built a playground. It may be that young people don’t want to spend their weekends mowing a lawn or it may be that they just can’t afford a house, but at

Re: [LincolnTalk] Tick Control

2023-10-19 Thread RAandBOB
I have used tick tubes with great success, spreading them about my property following the spacing recommended on the box. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Oct 19, 2023, at 3:20 PM, Brandon Newman wrote: > >  > Good afternoon, > During the past 2 weeks, ticks have been pretty bad in my yard. On

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA and Commuter Rail Ridership

2023-10-24 Thread RAandBOB
Remember, many of the people who move to the new dwellings near the train station, might move there just because it’s near the train, with the full intention of using the train to go to work. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Oct 24, 2023, at 9:06 AM, Sara Mattes wrote: > > Thank you. > This b

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-27 Thread RAandBOB
I attended the last forum, which had 45 minutes for open questions. Apparently none of the people have been so voluble on Lincoln talk attended that meeting. There are several more meetings which are largely Feedback meetings, so I hope you guys will attend and ask your questions.Ruth Ann(She, her,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Bad Water Quality -

2023-10-29 Thread RAandBOB
I have not noticed this in our water. Please contact the water department. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Oct 29, 2023, at 8:00 PM, Lindsay Clemens wrote: > >  > Dear Lincoln Talk - > > We are experiencing a heavy smell and taste of mildew or mold in our tap > water for the last month or mo

Re: [LincolnTalk] the Rural land foundation and the Housing Choice Act

2023-11-01 Thread RAandBOB
Scott, I think your nasty tone is completely uncalled for. I did read your post and this is what the final sentence said: . Let's remember we gave Civico a $1M no-interest loan for the 15 affordable apartments in Oriole Landing, and they turned around and sold the building for $32M. Like someon

Re: [LincolnTalk] Why Lincoln should overlay HCA zoning over existing multi-family districts

2023-11-07 Thread RAandBOB
I couldn’t agree more.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Nov 6, 2023, at 8:48 PM, Tricia Thornton-Wells wrote:It’s been very hard to read message after message of people accusing others of trying to ruin this town.  I’m really very sad and tired of hearing it all. 1. At the last town meeting, people told

Re: [LincolnTalk] THANKS

2023-11-08 Thread RAandBOB
My husband returned from the Transfer Station this morning filled with wonder at the transformation of the Swap Shed. Thanks to all who worked so hard to sort things out. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Nov 8, 2023, at 2:12 PM, K Mierz via Lincoln > wrote: > >  > to the team of hard workers

[LincolnTalk] Next Tues Hydrology Zoom lecture 7PM Zoom

2023-11-10 Thread RAandBOB
 In the midst of all the meetings and discussion about the by-right zoning initiatives and the RLF plans for the Mall, it would be easy to overlook this important Zoom meeting about Lincoln’s water sources However, it is critical, especially as the climate grows ever warmer, to understand wher

Re: [LincolnTalk] Question Unanswered re: Housing Choice

2023-11-21 Thread RAandBOB
When will the Town see the actual wording for the proposed bylaw for HCA developments?Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Nov 21, 2023, at 1:34 PM, Margaret Olson wrote:Assuming we are going to comply, the HCA zoning must be in place by December 2024. After the TM vote we need final approval from the stat

Re: [LincolnTalk] Does anyone know how to cut mats for framing?

2023-11-29 Thread RAandBOB
Cutting mats is a bit tricky. I’ve bought an expensive Logan mat cutter with an arm that holds the mat squarely. Definitely worth the price if you’re going to be doing lots of mats over the next few years. Otherwise you can buy a small handheld cutter, but I found that tricky to use. You can als

Re: [LincolnTalk] "The Town" isn't deciding anything on Dec 2

2023-11-29 Thread RAandBOB
Of course, if we went to a representative town meeting, the same people who are now in government might be our representatives, making all the decisions on our behalf. What will you be any happier with that form of government? I think we would still be second guessing all their decisions. Ruth

[LincolnTalk] Zoning restrictions maintain Town control

2023-11-30 Thread RAandBOB
Most house lots in town are zoned for by-right single-family housing. You can’t build just any house on these lots, however. The building is governed by side lot and front lot setbacks and by height, wetland and septic restrictions, among others. Similarly, the new zoning for by right multi fa

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center

2023-12-01 Thread RAandBOB
You are ignoring the controls provided by the actual zoning bylaw for these new by-right parcels. This is just scaremongering.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Dec 1, 2023, at 11:59 AM, Robert Ahlert wrote:Thanks for asking.What I want is a well thought out design process, which cannot happen with all o

Re: [LincolnTalk] Don’t box out yourself, Lincoln.

2023-12-01 Thread RAandBOB
ensity variances through a special permit. This would essentially render moot the discussion the Town is expected to have regarding the District’s proper bylaws, including number of units. This is an unprecedented clause in Lincoln’s history.On Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 02:27 RAandBOB <raand...@earthlink.ne

[LincolnTalk] Swans on Farrah Pond

2023-12-18 Thread RAandBOB
Does anyone know if the swans are still on Farrar Pond? I am thinking of taking my grandchildren small hike on Thursday. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lin

[LincolnTalk] Swans are still there

2023-12-18 Thread RAandBOB
Thank you all! Water had become so low and the ice was starting to skim over, I was worried that they might have left. I could no longer see them when I drove by last week. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archi

Re: [LincolnTalk] Zoom: Select discussion on Town Meeting 12/18/2023

2023-12-19 Thread RAandBOB
No question annual town meeting could use some improvements. But with regard to the line at the mike, imagine each of those 15 people wanting to talk for 10 minutes. I have been to many a town meeting where that did happen, and believe me, it’s almost beyond enduring.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Dec

[LincolnTalk] Planning Board meeting policy on voter participation

2024-04-30 Thread RAandBOB
From: RAandBOB Date: April 30, 2024 at 9:12:51 AM EDTTo: Deborah Howe Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Planning Board meeting tonight, 7 pmThis policy does not concern me. I am very familiar with the open meeting law since I was on the water commission for 12 years. The open meeting law requires that

[LincolnTalk] Yard help

2024-05-12 Thread RAandBOB
Hi, I need help with yardwork. I have about an acre of deep woods that need protection from invasive species. Then I have a small number of flowerbeds that need light weeding, and some re-planting and transplanting of plants. Also a minimum amount of edging and light mulching along the edges. Ho

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln Digest, Vol 142, Issue 17

2024-05-12 Thread RAandBOB
This is great! That means ajuga repetans aka bugle weed is not actually listed as invasive at this point. The bees seem to like it. It pulls up very easily. It seems to spread by runners.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On May 12, 2024, at 12:45 PM, Leslie Turek wrote:Just to add to what Susan said about

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: Yard work

2024-05-17 Thread RAandBOB
I have recently hired Heather Arsenault for work in my yard and woods. She’s terrific. She’s strong, works diligently, and follows my instructions. I have had her pull garlic mustard and other invasives, root out tree saplings, weed garden beds, and transplant and thin various perennials. She’s

[LincolnTalk] Yardwork

2024-05-19 Thread RAandBOB
Several people have asked me what Heather Arsenault charges for her garden work. Please contact her directly for that information. >> arsenaultheatherl...@gmail.com> >> >> Mon, Wed, and Friday availability is 9-11:30 and 2-6. >> >> Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday are 11-7. >> >>> Cell phone: 9

Re: [LincolnTalk] Rainfall

2024-06-09 Thread RAandBOB
You might want to buy a couple of those inexpensive plastic rain gauges for yourself. The plants under trees get considerably less water than plants that are out in the open and your water and Hass to be adjusted accordingly. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 9, 2024, at 2:59 PM, Sara Mattes

Re: [LincolnTalk] Coincidence or Conspiracy?

2024-06-10 Thread RAandBOB
Yes, many times. One time it was the property tax payment. I wound up having to pay $120 penalty for a late payment.🙄 Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 10, 2024, at 10:18 AM, Peter von Mertens > wrote: > >  > Yesterday I received notice from a tradesman that I had not paid them. But > whe

Re: [LincolnTalk] Coincidence or Conspiracy?

2024-06-10 Thread RAandBOB
. I did have someone try and cash a fraudulent check before the scheme was discovered. The post office has since removed that drop box and changed the one in front to one that's presumably harder to tamper with. But maybe there's a new scheme? On Mon, Jun 10, 2024, 10:21 AM RAand

[LincolnTalk] Gaming computer not working

2024-06-15 Thread RAandBOB
My son’s gaming computer is not working right and he’s looking for somebody that might be able to fix it. Problem is, after it’s been on for a while, it reboots. Especially aggravating if you’re in the middle of a game. Any suggestions? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list

[LincolnTalk] Gaming computer not working, more info

2024-06-16 Thread RAandBOB
: > From: RAandBOB > Date: June 15, 2024 at 8:29:00 PM EDT > To: LincolnTalk > Subject: Gaming computer not working > > My son’s gaming computer is not working right and he’s looking for somebody > that might be able to fix it. Problem is, after it’s been on for a

Re: [LincolnTalk] Gaming computer not working, more info

2024-06-16 Thread RAandBOB
 AM, RAandBOB wrote: > >  > Thank you all for your suggestions. I’d better clarify the situation. > > My son is in his mid-50s and is an IT professional. He has tried many things > to fix it, including bringing it to our house to make sure it’s not something > about the pow

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free camp coffee pot - TAKEN

2024-06-23 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 23, 2024, at 10:33 AM, RAandBOB wrote: > > 10-cup percolator. Makes great coffee. I’ll include instructions. > > <7dbc59ea-85b0-428a-bc0e-c88ee5af8295.jpeg> > > > Ruth Ann > (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing li

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free camp coffee pot - STILL AVAILABLE

2024-06-23 Thread RAandBOB
Person who wanted it changed his mind Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 23, 2024, at 12:53 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > >  > Ruth Ann > (She, her, hers) > >> On Jun 23, 2024, at 10:33 AM, RAandBOB wrote: >> >> 10-cup percolator. Makes great coffee. I’ll in

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free camp coffee pot- NOW CLAIMED

2024-06-23 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln.

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free dust mite and bed bug proof Mattress covers-TAKE

2024-06-23 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 23, 2024, at 10:40 AM, RAandBOB wrote: > > Twin sized. Also claim to be water proof. >> >>  > >> >> > > > >> Ruth Ann >> (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free dust mite and bed bug proof Mattress covers-TAKEN

2024-06-23 Thread RAandBOB
>>> >>>  >> >>> >>> >> >> >> >>> Ruth Ann >>> (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailm

Re: [LincolnTalk] Changes to Town Water?

2024-06-26 Thread RAandBOB
Don’t just tell each other, call the water department. You will find their number on the Water Department page of the town website.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Jun 26, 2024, at 2:12 PM, Debra Daugherty wrote:I also think the water tastes pretty gross. Does anyone have filtering recommendations that

[LincolnTalk] FREE: Lego’s

2024-07-06 Thread RAandBOB
Last chance on Legos. I have several bins and a few small kits. If no one wants them, I will send them off to be recycled. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/l

Re: [LincolnTalk] FREE: Lego’s TAKEN

2024-07-06 Thread RAandBOB
Taken quickly with several back ups. Thank you all for your responses. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 6, 2024, at 8:23 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > > Last chance on Legos. I have several bins and a few small kits. If no one > wants them, I will send them off to be recycled. > &g

Re: [LincolnTalk] FREE: Large Heavy duty have a heart trap - GONE

2024-07-10 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 10, 2024, at 4:06 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > > Large trap suitable for woodchucks > > > > Ruth Ann > (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pa

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free have a heart trap size large - CLAIMED

2024-07-25 Thread RAandBOB
With several back ups Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 24, 2024, at 6:51 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > > Two people have expressed interest in this trap, and neither one of them > picked it up so it’s still available. Please let me know off-line if you > would like this wood c

Re: [LincolnTalk] Garbage Pick-Up Options

2024-07-27 Thread RAandBOB
Doherty Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 26, 2024, at 10:24 PM, Paul Blanchfield wrote: > >  > Seems Win-Waste (formerly Orifice) is not signing up new customers in Lincoln > anymore (at least their e-mail to me states as such). Any recommendations as > to who to use to pick-up garbage and

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free patching plaster and Durham's water putty-TAKEN

2024-09-02 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Sep 2, 2024, at 4:56 PM, Ruth Ann Hendrickson > wrote: > > Let me know directly if interested > > -- > Ruth Ann Hendrickson > (She, her) > > -- > The LincolnTalk mailing list. > To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. > Browse the archives at https://pa

[LincolnTalk] Free interior latex paint

2024-09-02 Thread RAandBOB
Anyone interested in interior latex paint in assorted colors, mostly quart size. Could be used for acrylic art painting or some small house project. More details upon request. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the ar

Re: [LincolnTalk] Wilting Lilacs

2024-09-07 Thread RAandBOB
I am having the same trouble with my clematis. The leaves come out bright and green in the spring, and then start browning around the edges and eventually get all brown Noah flowers for the last two years.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Sep 7, 2024, at 9:54 AM, Joan Kimball wrote:Our lilacs are the sa

[LincolnTalk] Mosquito breeding places

2024-09-15 Thread RAandBOB
You might consider putting BT pellets into your birdbaths to prevent mosquito breeding. Another place to drop pellets is any storm drains in your area. In spite of the dry weather, mine still had stagnant water. Also any gutters that might have standing water. BT pellets are safe for animals an

[LincolnTalk] Can anyone lend us some ice skates for a few hours here and there?

2022-12-23 Thread RAandBOB
My grandchildren are here from Birmingham Alabama and it would be so special for them to have a chance to ice skate. My boys are here from Birmingham. Any chance you have skates that we could borrow from time to time? mens 11, 8.5, and 7 for the boys, 11 for Curtis, womens 9.5 for Sunnie. Ruth

Re: [LincolnTalk] FR: FREE: 15 piece cookware set plus knife block set

2023-03-07 Thread RAandBOB
Please consider taking the stuff to Household Goods in Acton near the junction of Routes 27 and 2A. They distribute to families in need.Homehouseholdgoods.orgRuth Ann(She, her, hers)On Mar 7, 2023, at 1:35 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln wrote: FREE: 15 piece cookware set plus knife block s

[LincolnTalk] Free: child car booster seats

2023-03-16 Thread RAandBOB
Booster seats are supposed to be discarded 10 years from the date of manufacture. One seat was manufactured in 2014, and the other seat was manufactured in 2015. Any takers? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the arch

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free: child car booster seats ONE TAKEN ONE STILL AVAILABLE

2023-03-16 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Mar 16, 2023, at 1:37 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > > Booster seats are supposed to be discarded 10 years from the date of > manufacture. One seat was manufactured in 2014, and the other seat was > manufactured in 2015. Any takers? > > Ruth

Re: [LincolnTalk] This week! Watch the Lincoln School perform Newsies, Jr.!

2023-03-29 Thread RAandBOB
Bob and I went to see it this afternoon. It was so fun and full of energy. In particular the dance choreographer deserves a gold medal. The whole group of kids performed together perfectly in time and with crisp body motions and uncommon energy. It was just a pleasure to see. I highly recommend goi

[LincolnTalk] Comics and star wars toys taken

2023-04-01 Thread RAandBOB
Glad not to put them in trash.👍😁 Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/

Re: [LincolnTalk] REMINDER - Water commission speaker's series announcement - April 12, 7-8:30 pm

2023-04-12 Thread RAandBOB
I want to attend, but it conflicts with an important meeting by the community center committee. Are you planning to record it so people can watch it later? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Apr 12, 2023, at 7:44 AM, Matthew Bio via Lincoln > wrote: > > The Water Commission, in collaboration wit

[LincolnTalk] Rain Barrel time!

2023-04-21 Thread RAandBOB
It’s been dry this month, but the rain will be here on Sunday. Saturday would be a good day to hook up your rain barrel. We did ours couple of days ago so we’re all ready. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archiv

[LincolnTalk] Rain barrel installation tips

2023-04-22 Thread RAandBOB
The Water Department has educational materials on installing rain barrels. Check them out!http://www.lincolntown.org/Search?searchPhrase=Rain Barrel Installation TipsRuth Ann Hendrickson(She, her, hers)-- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archi

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center - more in-depth analysis and observations. Is it time for a course correction?

2023-05-11 Thread RAandBOB
I agree that the committee was charged with looking at other spaces around town for a more distributed program offering. It’s just the main building that houses the services that need to be together in private spaces that is charged with being at Hartwell. There are still quite a few people who wou

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: Tick treatment - yard

2023-05-19 Thread RAandBOB
We had good luck with Tick Tubes. They look like empty toilet paper rolls that have been stuffed with pyrethrin-soaked cotton fluff. Part of the deer tick cycle depends on biting a mouse. The mice use the fluff in their nest which kill the ticks on them. Using tick tubes is less likely to damage th

Re: [LincolnTalk] Critter identification

2023-06-15 Thread RAandBOB
Woodchuck. Almost eats his weight every day and will decimate your garden if you have one. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jun 15, 2023, at 7:01 AM, alex benik wrote: > >  > Looking for some help identifying this critter who has been living in our > yard for quite a while now. Our son, 8, lo

Re: [LincolnTalk] Site visit for Community Center

2023-06-28 Thread RAandBOB
It doesn’t make any sense to put this project on pause. A large number of people have for years understood the need for an improved building for the Council on Aging and Human Services. The people who are against any project whatsoever can vote against this project at town meeting. But the many peo

Re: [LincolnTalk] Parade

2023-07-04 Thread RAandBOB
I was also delighted to see the contingent from the Air Force. These people have volunteered to serve our country, to protect us from enemies outside our country that would do us harm, and sometimes to help us domestically during natural disasters. I am thankful that they are there for us. Ruth

Re: [LincolnTalk] Antique wall hanging from India GONE

2023-07-06 Thread RAandBOB
Taken with many backups Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 6, 2023, at 12:55 PM, RAandBOB wrote: > > This wall hanging is about 1 m². It was given to me by a colleague about 15 > years ago. He told me at the time that it was an antique that he had > purchased in India during

Re: [LincolnTalk] Fwd: Free charcoal grill CLAIMED

2023-07-06 Thread RAandBOB
Already taken with one back up. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 6, 2023, at 10:11 AM, Ruth Ann Hendrickson > wrote: > >  > Just in time for summer, however kettle charcoal grill, smaller version, 18 > inches diameter. Is that includes the cover, the starter chimney, and the > grill scrap

[LincolnTalk] Bagster

2023-07-17 Thread RAandBOB
Has anyone used a bagster? Did you have a good experience with a company that did the pick up? Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscri

Re: [LincolnTalk] Evelyn-her music lives on.

2023-07-23 Thread RAandBOB
Thanks for this video. One of my sons took lessons with Evelyn and she was always a creative and fun piano teacher, who tried to meet the kids where they were and never scolded them if they hadn’t practiced. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 23, 2023, at 2:11 PM, Sara Mattes wrote: > >  > E

Re: [LincolnTalk] Fwd: Couch Pics

2023-07-26 Thread RAandBOB
If no one wants it, considered taking it to household goods in Acton. They are giving furniture to needy families.Ruth Ann(She, her, hers)On Jul 26, 2023, at 1:02 PM, Courtney Bernasconi wrote:The Green couch is FREE.Thanks!Jason and Courtney617.515.731011 Moccasin Hill On Wed, Jul 26, 2023 at 12

[LincolnTalk] Free: Ironton Adjustable Steel Sawhorse — 330-Lb. Capacity | Northern Tool

2023-07-29 Thread RAandBOB
Aka sawbuck. Still in original box - never used. Reportedly, it can be hard to assemble because the directions are confusing, but Real Men don’t read directions anyway. 😁😜 https://www.northerntool.com/products/ironton-adjustable-steel-sawhorse-330-lb-capacity-57605 Contact me directly if intere

[LincolnTalk] FREE: cross country skis and poles

2023-07-31 Thread RAandBOB
The red pair are for a man about 6 foot tall and the blue pair are for someone about 5 foot eight. They have step in bindings and fish scales on the insteps. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers)-- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: FREE: cross country skis and poles-TAKEN

2023-07-31 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) Begin forwarded message: > From: RAandBOB > Date: July 31, 2023 at 1:34:22 PM EDT > To: LincolnTalk > Subject: FREE: cross country skis and poles > > The red pair are for a man about 6 foot tall and the blue pair are for > someone about 5

[LincolnTalk] FREE skis

2023-07-31 Thread RAandBOB
I lost the name of the first person to respond at 1:38PM. Please email me. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at ht

Re: [LincolnTalk] Looking for housing

2023-07-31 Thread RAandBOB
Your best place to start is the Lincoln Council on aging/human services. They offer many programs, but I don’t know if they’re available for noncitizens. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Jul 31, 2023, at 7:26 PM, Ashley Travers wrote: > >  > Hi everyone! We have been hosting a Ukrainian refugee

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free house fixit stuff - conduit bender, down spout extender, 5 rolls flashing GONE

2023-08-02 Thread RAandBOB
The shelf brackets are still available. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Aug 1, 2023, at 10:07 PM, Nick & Lindsay CotterPong > wrote: > > Ok, Thanks > > Nick > >>> On Aug 1, 2023, at 9:39 PM, RAandBOB wrote: >>> >> Sorry, already gone. Ap

Re: [LincolnTalk] Wood burning tips

2023-08-16 Thread RAandBOB
We have had a fireplace insert for many years. It helps, but does not really solve the problem completely. The air that goes up the chimney when you burn a fire has to come from somewhere. It comes from inside your house and therefore pulls cold air in to replace it. Best way to solve the proble

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: FREE: Stained glass materials GONE

2023-08-21 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) Begin forwarded message: > From: Ruth Ann Hendrickson > Date: August 20, 2023 at 3:16:25 PM EDT > To: "Listserv, Listserv" > Subject: [LincolnTalk] FREE: Stained glass materials > > Two boxes of material for making stained glass art. Glass of many colors, > lead k

Re: [LincolnTalk] Did you know Tower Road is planned to be re-paved in 2024? Concerned about what this will do to vehicle speeds? If so, read below...

2023-09-11 Thread RAandBOB
When Farrar Road was repaved about a decade ago, it made it much harder for walkers an bikers. They added asphalt curbs to the sides to control the storm runoff, which makes sense from a DPW point of view, and possibly even an environmental point of view. But since the curbs were about 18 inche

[LincolnTalk] Thoughts on the community center

2023-09-16 Thread RAandBOB
A lot of people have expressed concern that the attendance figures at the COA vary wildly from day today and from month to month and nobody really seems to understand what volume of people we should plan for. Let me remind people that the baby boom cohort just turning 70. Speaking as a person

Re: [LincolnTalk] oierce house

2023-09-16 Thread RAandBOB
The benefit of having a hang out place at the Council On Aging building is that people run into each other when they are there for services or programs. Then they like to sit around and talk before or after what they came for. A hang out at Pierce house sounds lovely, but that would have to be an i

Re: [LincolnTalk] On the bridge from Waltham to Lincoln just now !

2023-09-22 Thread RAandBOB
It’s wonderfully exciting to have this magnificent bird move into our area - a testament to our work to maintain habitat for our wild brothers and sisters. If I were a sheep or chicken farmer, however, I would find the news less exciting. I suspect the Codman Farm’s chicken-protection dog would

[LincolnTalk] 20th century, modern shelf for back of desk TAKEN

2023-10-07 Thread RAandBOB
Ruth Ann >> -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln.

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center and Last night at Twisted Tree DeCordova

2023-10-09 Thread RAandBOB
So, just a reality check. Your point is that none of the people you would meet at COAHS would be an interesting person worth talking to. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Oct 7, 2023, at 11:43 AM, Sara Mattes wrote: > > What is the likelihood you would meet any of these folks at a Hartwell CC,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Safety of electric vehicle batteries

2022-03-23 Thread RAandBOB
It does happen however. Back in the late 80s my son’s Plymouth Reliant caught fire as he was driving along the highway. In the long run, it turned out to be a badly designed head gasket. Quite a few of these cars caught fire. Ruth Ann (She, her, hers) > On Mar 23, 2022, at 12:44 PM, Dennis Liu

[LincolnTalk] INFO: It’s spring! Do you know where your septic system is?

2022-03-24 Thread RAandBOB
Did you know that you can destroy your septic system by improper use and lack of maintenance? And that it will cost you $10,000 - $50,000 to replace it? Your septic tank is a living biological system. You can kill it by pouring chemicals down the drain. Your septic field consists of porous soil

Re: [LincolnTalk] LINCOLN…We Have a Problem ! (not my personal experience)

2022-03-24 Thread RAandBOB
When I was on the school committee 35 years ago or so, the same question came up every year. We researched it that time and the answer was that many parents send their child to private school after grade 5 or 6 for several reasons: 1) they want an extended day program with sports. 2) everyone i

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