[LincolnTalk] Lincoln's Antje Duvekot performs outdoors this weekend

Hi Lincoln! A friendly heads up: Fellow Lincolnite and multitalented-singer-songwriter-artist Antje Duvekot is performing outdoors this weekend at The Burren in Davis Sq! She has brunch shows this Saturday and Sunday. More information can be found on the Burren’s Events page or you can cli

[LincolnTalk] Invasive Spotted Lanternfly

Hi Folks I read a NYT article about an invasive insect called the Spotted Lanternfly. It reportedly can do a lot of damage by sucking sap from tender parts of plants. To learn more, I visited mass.gov which referred me to a fact sheet. It appears this insect has been found in Concord (so: clo

[LincolnTalk] FS: Student Flute Gemeinhardt 2SP

Hello Lincoln Gemeinhardt 2SP Student Flute for sale: $150. Very Good Condition. Please email me directly if you want it. Description The Gemeinhardt 2SP student flute has been the choice of dealers and educators alike for decades. Evolving from the previous M2 model, the Gemeinhardt 2SP is

[LincolnTalk] Hydrow rower discount

Hello Lincoln As a Hydrow subscriber, I just received an email from Hydrow with a discount code. I’m sharing it here in case anyone has been considering buying a Hydrow or is thinking about one as a gift for the holidays. Your unique shareable code is: FNFVJ8F6S This code can be used up to

Re: [LincolnTalk] Heat pump installer recs—update!

Ellen Thank you for compiling this list. I’m glad that Kati had a good experience with Muirfield Mechanical—we too had a good experience a couple years ago and at one point May have even also recommended them on LT— —however: not any more!— Things have changed, and we now recommend NOT using

[LincolnTalk] LincolnTalk and search engine results?

Hi LT Can anyone explain why it is that posts to the LincolnTalk list serve show up publicly in search engine query results? I wasn’t aware that the contents of LT were publicly searchable. All posts come up at www.mail-archive.com/lincoln@lincolntalk.org

Re: [LincolnTalk] Where to find Binax

We were referred to iHealth Labs for at home rapid antigen tests: https://ihealthlabs.com/ There is a wait time for shipping due to high demand. While some reviews show iHealth accuracy higher (marginally) than Binax, I agree with previous posters on this topic: if there is a suspected expo

[LincolnTalk] Replacement window recommendations

Hello LT Does anyone have good recommendations based on experience for energy efficient window replacement for a larger scale project? This would include brands and/or installers. (Also: any caveats/brands or installers to avoid?). Thanks!-- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail

Re: [LincolnTalk] [HCALinc] Re: 15 units per Acre: Part 4 - Alternatives

 I’ve held back on commenting, but the bus stop at Hanscom has definitely been on my mind since the HCAWG meeting where there was agreement to expand options beyond the “C” versions. As discussed in this thread, North Lincoln has access on Hanscom Drive to MBTA Bus #76 that goes to Alewife

[LincolnTalk] HCA, High rent and related issues of roadblocks to homeownership

While I’m chiming in regarding the HCA, I feel the need to separately address the issue of affordability: I understand the Act as written limits affordable units to 10% of the housing built. This really gets me steamed. The housing challenge in the greater Boston area isn’t simply a lack of h

[LincolnTalk] Free BinaxNOW COVID tests

Hi Lincoln I have 26 boxes of BinaxNOW COVID tests that are free for the taking. Each sealed box contains two tests. The tests expire June 7, 2024. They are leftovers from a contract I had that required daily testing when in office, and I don’t need them anymore. Perhaps you or someone you

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free BinaxNOW COVID tests—TAKEN

Hi Lincoln All the BinaxNOW tests have been claimed. Thanks! > On May 15, 2024, at 12:42 PM, cmontie montie.net wrote: > > Hi Lincoln > > I have 26 boxes of BinaxNOW COVID tests that are free for the taking. Each > sealed box contains two tests. The tests expire June

Re: [LincolnTalk] Subject: Tacrolimus ointment (and other high Rx costs)

Hi Susan (et al) The NYT had an interesting piece on Rx costs recently (see link below). Among other things, It references Good Rx and Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs as resources for lower Rx prices. While purchases through these places are paid directly—not through insurance (so therefore would l

Re: [LincolnTalk] Subject: Small engine repair request

We have used Wilson & Son (out of Arlington) for small engine repair. They come to your home w a mobile workshop, making repairs on bulky, heavy items much more convenient. Wilson and Son Small Engine Repair wilsonands

Re: [LincolnTalk] Subject: Sports orthopedic surgeon

I highly recommend Dr. Scott Martin. He came recommended to me for ACL surgery 20 years ago by another Lincoln resident who is an avid skier and radiologist (hence saw a lot of injuries and interfaced w docs) and who also went to him for a similar procedure. Dr. Martin is experienced and well

Re: [LincolnTalk] Mattress knowledge?

I second Sara’s recommendation for Gardner Mattress. With the exception of our guest room, we’ve always ordered our mattresses from Gardner. If you flip, rotate, and vac them on schedule as instructed (we also encase due to allergies), they remain like new. (In fact it’s been 17 years since we

Re: [LincolnTalk] Looking for female massage therapist

Hi Judith Bernadette Lehmann is a fantastic massage therapist. You’ll find her at Performance Health Center in Natick (Rt 27 just before Rt 9). Can’t say enough good things about her. Skilled, experienced, and she has a loyal following of clients. ($90 for 60 minutes). Here is a link to he

Re: [LincolnTalk] textile (clothing) recycling

Regarding an inquiry about donations of Childrens’ clothes: specifically older teen/young adult clothes—womens’ sizes in good condition—can be donated to the Wellesley College Clothes Closet. Students come from across the globe—some with limited means on full scholarships—and aren’t prepared fo

[LincolnTalk] Lincoln on Wait wait don’t tell me

Fun bit of trivia: Lincoln’s Pony Henge made it on to NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me this AM as the unlikely ( but correct) answer to Bluff the Listener with Gary Oldman. Brought a chuckle! ;) Carolyn -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the a

Re: [LincolnTalk] Subject: Calkins lawsuit

Thank you, Sarah, for bringing this concern about the Caulkins reading program to the LT spotlight. For LT readers who would like to better understand this issue (it’s far-reaching and impactful!), take the time to listen to this excellent podcast produced by American Public Media: “Sold a Sto

Re: [LincolnTalk] Cello? - Many kind offers! Thank you

Hello LT And just like that: the kind offers to loan a cello are flowing in. What a remarkable town! Thank you one and all, I think we’re all set! Best Carolyn > On Dec 15, 2024, at 12:36 PM, cmontie montie.net wrote: > > Hi LT > > This is an odd request, but does a

[LincolnTalk] Cello?

Hi LT This is an odd request, but does anyone happen to have a full size cello in playing condition that you’d be willing to lend from December 23 - 26? My oldest will be visiting from the Pacific Northwest, and it’s a long way to bring her cello to enjoy playing carols together by the Christm

[LincolnTalk] Too much junk mail? A way to reduce it: Catalogue Choice

Hi LT If your mailbox feels overrun by too many seasonal catalogs and unwanted mail, consider trying the website Catalogue Choice to help reduce the junk mail. It’s a free service run by a nonprofit. I’ve bookmarked it and have been using Catalogue Choice for a number of years, managing to su

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recycling textiles at the dump?

Hartwell bins for recycling textiles—and to be on the safe side, a trip over to Crosby’s Goodwill drop-off trailer for clothing in good condition. I hope this is useful information! Best Carolyn > On Jan 25, 2025, at 2:49 PM, cmontie montie.net wrote: > > I brought bags of clothe

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recycling textiles at the dump?

gt; > Susan Donaldson > Office Manager > Town of Lincoln > Department of Public Works > 781-259-8999 > > -Original Message- > From: cmontie montie.net > Sent: Saturday, January 25, 2025 5:07 PM > To: lincoln@lincolntalk.org > Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Recycli

[LincolnTalk] Recycling textiles at the dump?

I brought bags of clothes in good condition to be passed along via the Red Cross collection bin at the dump today. I also had some textiles that were not fit to pass along that I wanted to have recycled—but I was unsure where to drop them. There are three Red Cross collection bins. The sign

[LincolnTalk] Tip for posting submissions to LT

Hello LT Friendly heads-up: If you’re posting to LincolnTalk, please keep in mind that digest recipients—like me—don’t see attachments (PDFs, JPEGs, etc.) in the email. Instead, we only get a cryptic link that requires logging into the LT portal to view the file, which can be a hassle. So, if

[LincolnTalk] Making an Upholstery Cleaning Recommendation

Hi LT As I take care of some Spring chores, I’m prompted to make a recommendation for Steve Kalivas of Advanced Cleaning Concepts for upholstery cleaning. He’s helped us keep our favorite furniture in beautiful shape over the years with a Spring cleaning. We’ve been calling on him for over 20