[LincolnTalk] Free Halloween Costume & Decoration Swap - This Sat. - West Art & Innovation Center

e-swap/ Best, Kim Jalet, Brooks Rd. -- 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.

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Contractor(s) Recommendation for historic home - clapboard, windows, and insulation

Does anyone know a good place that can do clapboard restoration on an historic home? They would also need to be knowledgeable about window restoration and ways to properly insulate sections of an old home that are not well insulated. Thank you, Kim, Brooks Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. T

[LincolnTalk] Use for styrofoam cooler

Can anyone make use of a styrofoam cooler? Someone sent me a gift, and it came in one. It’s around a foot wide and high. Pickup 19 North Lincoln, but I might be willing to deliver. Best, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at

[LincolnTalk] 2 Tickets Available to Harry Connick Jr. w/BSO Tonight 7:30, Keith Lockhart Conducting

Good Morning, Unfortunately, my husband has gotten sick, and we will be unable to use the tickets I got for his birthday. I have TWO tickets to TONIGHT'S 7:30 show at Symphony Hall with Keith Lockhart conducting the BSO with Harry Connick Jr. The show is sold out, and I'm looking to recoup what

[LincolnTalk] Family coming to town? College student want own space? Home Available for Week in Summer

Dear LT, If you have family coming to town this summer who would like free lodging in exchange for caring for two cats and some watering, please let me know. We will be away for about a week and would love to have someone here to use our home. We would also be open to paying a college student who

[LincolnTalk] Lots of Bargains to be had - Come on down!

With less than 2 hours left to the Holiday Green Market, there are still lots of great items at bargain prices! Until 3pm, visit the Reed Gym at the Lincoln School and get some sustainable shopping done, support PTO and the Student Council and tables selling for charity. Thank you, Kim -- The Li

[LincolnTalk] TODAY Dec. 3! Holiday Green Market 11-3

Looking for something to do this rainy day? Need some great holiday gifts? Come to the First Annual Holiday Green Market sponsored by the LPTO! We have legos, dress-up clothing, home goods, jewelry, chair massages, and more! It's at the school (6 Ballfield Rd.) in the Reed Gym from 11-3 today!

[LincolnTalk] Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Sustainably This Sunday

from 12 - 3 for wreaths, handmade crafts, baked goods and more! We hope you'll join us! Best, Kim Jalet (LPTO & Brooks Rd.) -- 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

[LincolnTalk] Still Need Student Volunteers for Community Service Credit

Dear LT, Join us for the Holiday Green Market, hosted by the Lincoln PTO on December 3 at Lincoln Public School's Reed Gym from 11 AM to 3 PM. *We're seeking student volunteers for shifts from 10 AM-4 PM *to assist with various tasks such as setup, cleanup, assisting vendors, and greeting guests.

[LincolnTalk] Pet Insurance Recommendations

Good Afternoon, We are likely about to adopt a kitten and his mother soon. Does anyone have a pet insurer that they have used and liked? Looking for recommendations. Thank you, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pa

[LincolnTalk] Forget Black Friday – Green Sunday is IN - Shop Local Holiday Green Market

ssage from Jai Kaur Healing Arts. Check out some of the great items people will be selling https://www.facebook.com/groups/lincolngreenmarket/?mibextid=c7yyfP Green is the new black! (Also, bring some green, as all vendors are accepting cash; some will also accept Venmo). Thank you, Kim Jalet

[LincolnTalk] Needed: LS Students in need of Community Service Hours

Dear LT, Join us for the Holiday Green Market, hosted by the Lincoln PTO on December 3 at Lincoln Public School's Reed Gym from 11 AM to 3 PM. *We're seeking student volunteers for shifts from 10 AM-4 PM *to assist with various tasks such as setup, cleanup, assisting vendors, and greeting guests.

[LincolnTalk] Moving Boxes Needed & Save the Date - Lincoln Holiday Green Market

Dear LT, The LPTO is excited to hold its First Annual Lincoln Holiday Green Market on Sunday, Dec. 3, from 11 - 3 in the Reed Gym at LPS. Please save the date and SAVE SOME GREEN WHILE SHOPPING GREEN. More details below for shoppers and potential vendors (there's still room!) We need quite a fe

[LincolnTalk] Help Area Families with Children Experiencing Homelessness this Holiday Season

slot and send out an invite. Please consider making the holidays a little brighter for individuals in our community. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me, and if you give, please send me your email address (jale...@gmail.com) so I can send an annual notification of the D

[LincolnTalk] Tomorrow - Last Day of Diaper Drive

diaper changes before potty training (3,000 in the first year alone!), so many more are needed to help families receiving WIC assistance. Thank you, Kim Jalet, Brooks Rd. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net

[LincolnTalk] Last Week of Annual Diaper Drive - Can Take Loose Diapers Too!

r diapers leaving many families to make difficult decisions between food, diapers, and other needs. Last year, donations declined for the first time in the history of the Drive, and yet need continues to grow. Please give if you can and share the Drive with other families Thank you! Sincerely, Kim J

[LincolnTalk] Seeking Small Jars

Hi LT, I need some small jars with tops (think bigger than a baby food jar, smaller than a pasta sauce jar) for a kids' project. Small jelly or ball jars would be ideal. Does anyone have a bunch that I could pick up? I'd need 18-20 of them. They do not need to be the same size. Thank you! Kim

[LincolnTalk] Help Local Babies Get Diapers

bies have enough diapers is a high priority and fundamental need, and we can achieve it with your help! Whether or not you can donate, please share about the Drive widely. Thank you! Sincerely, Kim Jalet, Brooks Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org

[LincolnTalk] 2 Tickets Available for the Full Program at Concord Museum

I have two free reserved tickets that I'll be unable to use for the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Family Program with the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers at the Concord Museum. It's at 10am tomorrow. Let me know if you'd like them. Best, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to

[LincolnTalk] AD: House Cleaner Recommendation

In case anyone is looking for a cleaner, I’d like to recommend ours. Extreme Cleaning is a small, woman-owned business. They are very thorough and reliable, and they communicate well with us. When we were considering moving from Somerville to Lincoln, we put the concern that they might not come

[LincolnTalk] Ear Piercing for Child

Hi LT, Does anyone have a recommendation for getting a 10 year old's ears pierced? I think my preference would be without a gun and with a needle. Any thoughts? Thanks, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.

Re: [LincolnTalk] piano teacher

ingly practiced almost daily despite not having scheduled lessons. You can text her at 718-775-8239, and her email is coll...@shadowtracks.org. Best, Kim Jalet Brooks Rd. On Sat, Sep 23, 2023 at 10:16 AM Tom wrote: > Hi - Can anyone recommend a piano teacher for younger kids? > > Sen

[LincolnTalk] Opened Dry Cat Food Royal Canin Urinary SO & Cat Treats

Dear LT, Our kitty recently passed, and we had recently bought a bag of his Royal Canin Urinary SO food. Since it's opened, we can't donate it to a shelter, but this stuff is pricey, so if you have a cat on this diet and would like the food please let me know. We are happy for the rest of it to

[LincolnTalk] Recommendation for Instrument Rental

My fifth grader will need to rent an instrument this year (specifically a violin). The school sent along a short vendor list, but I'd be interested to know which companies have the best service and value for the price. Thank you for your suggestions! Best, Kim (Brooks Rd.) -- The LincolnTalk ma

[LincolnTalk] Kids' Haircut

Where do people who aren't talented enough to cut their kid's hair go around here for a good trim? Thanks! Kim, Brooks Rd. -- 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 subscr

Re: [LincolnTalk] Travel agent for Disney cruise

Kelley *https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynwithsecondstorytravel/ <https://www.instagram.com/kaitlynwithsecondstorytravel/>* www.secondstorytravel.com <http://secondstorytravel.com/> 617-785-3608 *Independent Travel Planner* Second Story Travel LLC Best, Kim Jalet, Brooks Rd. On

Re: [LincolnTalk] Piano lessons?

I second Colleen! Both my daughter and I (a novice) started taking lessons with Colleen last fall, and she has been great! She meets students where they're at, and she is patient and talented. You can text her at 718-775-8239, and her email is coll...@shadowtracks.org. Best, Kim Jalet B

Re: [LincolnTalk] Water Dept Alert: Mandatory Water Conservation Level 1 Enacted as of May 1st

I would also be curious to know how much of our overuse is caused by people watering their established lawns with sprinklers, and I would like to know how the town plans to reduce this unnecessary water use. Thank you, Kim Jalet Brooks Road On Tue, May 16, 2023 at 8:44 AM LaFalam, Darin wrote

[LincolnTalk] Short Poll to Help Student

For a project, my daughter is researching women in sports, specifically soccer. If you identified as female in high school, please consider filling out this quick three-question poll to help her with her project. *You do not need to have played sports to take the poll*, as the questions ask wheth

[LincolnTalk] Anyone Know a David Rogers?

We received a package for a David Rogers to our address. No one by that name loves here. Does anyone know him? Best, Kim -- 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

[LincolnTalk] ISO: House Sitter Mid-Jan

Hi LT, We will be traveling in mid-January and would love to have someone stay with our older cat at our house during this time. He doesn't have special needs, but we'd prefer someone to be here more than just stopping in once or twice per day. Ideally, we'd love to pay a commuting college stude

[LincolnTalk] Help Area Families with Children Experiencing Homelessness this Holiday Season

tax receipt and send an annual notification of the Drive. Sincerely, Kim Jalet P.S. For updates, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/somervillemomsheadinghomeholidaydrive. P.P.S. A note about receipts for taxes. I will notify you when I receive children’s books. If you bu

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Vase Filler Marbles

Hi LT, We are re-doing our 9-year-old's room and have a craft project for which I will need a lot of vase filler marbles (the kind that are flat on one side). Color does not matter, as they will be spray painted. I know from my own craft projects that I often have supplies left over, so I though

[LincolnTalk] Please Donate Diapers to Help Area Families in Need

Dear Neighbors, There's still time to donate to the Metro-Boston Diaper Drive. Help us reach our goal of getting 70,000 diapers onto local babies! https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/kerstin-sinkevicius-kim-jalet-october-2022-medford/1CT4U7NV15QUK. You can also give via mbdiapers.org. Thank y

[LincolnTalk] Help the 1 in 3 MA families struggling to buy enough diapers for their children

the Amazon <https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/kerstin-sinkevicius-kim-jalet-october-2022-medford/1CT4U7NV15QUK> and Target <https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=2de736d0-3f29-11ed-86a3-f95b49ea0e05&type=BABY> registries. You can read more about why diaper drive

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Battery-powered tea lights

Hi LT: Does anyone have a bunch of those battery-powered tea lights laying around? Happy to buy them from someone; I just prefer not to buy them new. I need them to make some Harry Potter hanging candles for an upcoming Halloween-themed party. I need a minimum of 12, but can use more. Thank yo

[LincolnTalk] Want to Borrow Items for Harry Potter-Themed Halloween Party

, candelabras to add Hogwarts atmosphere 3. A light-up Christmas deer (to look like Harry Potter's patronus) 4. Any fun Harry Potter stuff that you'd be willing to lend. Thank you! Kim Jalet -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the a

[LincolnTalk] All set on wheelchair

Thank you everyone for the generous offers and for the information about the COA. I so appreciate the help! Warmly, Kim -- 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://pai

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Wheelchair to Borrow

Good Evening, I have an older family member experiencing a bad case of sciatica and we are scheduled to go see a play next Tuesday evening. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a way to get a loaner if the condition persists and we should need it. Thanks for any leads! Best, Kim -- The LincolnTalk

[LincolnTalk] Water Pressure Concern

Has anyone noticed a change in water pressure today? We are in North Lincoln and have noticed a drop. We are wondering if anyone might know why. Just trying to figure out if the problem is unique to our home. Thanks, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntal

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Diving rings/sticks/toys

My daughter has asked for some diving rings to play with at the pool (sticks or other diving toys will do too). I thought I'd ask here to see if anyone had some they were ready to sell before buying new. Thanks, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org.

[LincolnTalk] FS: LEGO Friends Sets - With Manuels - Mostly Complete

balcony with a telescope, and more. No box. x-posted Thanks, Kim Jalet -- 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/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your

Re: [LincolnTalk] ALERT: COMPLETE OUTDOOR WATERING BAN

Can someone clarify what this means for those of us with vegetable gardens? Also, I assume if we have annual flowers we are to let them die? Thank you, Kim On Sun, Jul 24, 2022 at 9:32 PM Ruth Ann Hendrickson wrote: > *OUTDOOR WATERING BAN CALLED BY STATE: LINCOLN GOES TO STAGE 4 WATERING > RE

[LincolnTalk] FS: Dolls and accessories

Everything a doll-loving child could need. $30 or best offer. Included: 2 dolls (one older and a bit worn, another in good shape that can take batteries to make sounds but doesn’t have to) Stroller High chair Wooden cradle Assorted outfits Baby carrier Assorted blankets, bibs, and feeding supplies

[LincolnTalk] FS: Books for the Young Unicorn Lover

We are cleaning out my daughter's bookshelves to make room for a run to the used book store to replenish for the summer. She has read, loved, and outgrown the unicorn books below. There are 6 series (in some cases she stopped reading before the series ended, so we may not have the final book/s) a

[LincolnTalk] Thank You SAGA for a Wonderful Pride Celebration

I just wanted to give a shout-out to SAGA, the Sexuality & Gender Alliance at Lincoln Schools and their advisors for the wonderful Pride celebration they hosted today. The students were so well-spoken, the guest speaker from BAGLY (The Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender You

[LincolnTalk] Furniture Disassembly

We bought a chair that we would like to get through the narrow doorways of our very old home. Has anyone used a furniture disassembly service for this purpose that they can recommend? Thanks, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recycle old rags?

There are textile bins at the school and at the transfer station. Best, Kim On Wed, Feb 16, 2022 at 12:22 PM Nicholas Ribush wrote: > We have quite a large amount of old towels, sheets etc, unusable for > anything much. Is there someplace that recycles such or do we just chuck > them into the l

[LincolnTalk] Update on Malagasy Boy Arrested for Stealing Food

would still like to donate, the need is tremendous. The link is https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=HLBH42YE64TV2. Donations are in Euros, and are not tax deductible since it is not a US charity, but I can personally vouch for the woman distributing the aid. Warmly, Kim Jalet (Brooks

[LincolnTalk] 13-Year-Old in Madagascar Arrested for Stealing Food after Devastating Cyclone

Dear Neighbors, In 2005, I had the privilege to teach for a month in Madagascar, and I met a woman named Ony who now works for an NGO called Ankizy Gasy, fighting hunger and illiteracy in Madagascar. Since Madagascar rarely makes the news in the US, you may not know that Madagascar has suffer

Re: [LincolnTalk] Textiles recycling

Do both textile bins help the school, or only the one actually on school grounds. Thanks for the clarification, Kim On Wed, Jan 26, 2022 at 9:29 AM Lisa via Lincoln wrote: > The one that was by the Smith school entrance is now located close to > the entrance to the Hartwell buildings (Magic Gar

[LincolnTalk] Liver Anyone?

We have a kitty who is facing some health problems, so in an effort to give him a bit of a treat, we bought some liver that he promptly turned his nose up at. It’s an odd offer, I know, but it pains us for it to go to waste, so if anyone would like it for their family, feline, canine, or human, w

Re: [LincolnTalk] Moving company

I recommend Precision Moving Company. They haven’t moved us personally, but for years they have been donating their services to move items I collect for a holiday drive I run. They are always professional and so nice. And obviously they care about the community in which they operate. All the best,

[LincolnTalk] Free: Hills Science Diet z/d for Cats

Dear LT: We lost one of our kitties who was on Hills Science Diet z/d. Therefore, we have an opened bag of dry and about a case of wet to give away. The dry has been opened for about 4 months, but it's been in a covered container. Let me know if you can use these. Pickup in North Lincoln. Bes

[LincolnTalk] ISO: Clue Board Game (Complete)

I'd like to buy a complete Clue board game for my daughter for the holidays, but we prefer to buy used, where possible. Before I search eBay and the like, I thought I'd ask if anyone had one collecting dust that they wanted to sell. Please let me know if you have one with all the cards and pieces

[LincolnTalk] Anyone Doing Pie Fundraisers

It's probably too late to order, but since I'm just getting around to thinking about Thanksgiving now, I thought I'd ask if anyone knew of any places taking pie orders, especially those for charity. Thanks, Kim -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search

[LincolnTalk] Still Time to Sign Up To Support a Family Experiencing Homelessness this Holiday Season

able giving, and I will make giving as easy as possible. Sincerely, Kim Jalet (m.t. 8-y..o. Vivian) *ABOUT HEADING HOME:* Heading Home is an impressive organization that considers the big picture as they work to fulfill their mission to “end homelessness in Greater Boston by providing a suppo

[LincolnTalk] Help Families with Children Experiencing Homelessness this Holiday Season

don’t hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Kim Jalet P.S. For updates, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/somervillemomsheadinghomeholidaydrive. ABOUT THE KITS: Donors can make a partial (or whole) Kit; an Amazon registry will be available for easy shopping, but donors who

[LincolnTalk] Last Call for Loose Diapers or to Buy from Metro-Boston Diaper Drive's Registry

below, or visit mbdiapers.org. All diapers received are donated to the Somerville WIC office, which serves Lincoln, Cambridge, Somerville, Arlington, Watertown, Lexington, Bedford, and Belmont. We are about 15,000 diapers away from our goal of 60,000 diapers. Please help if you can! Warmly,

[LincolnTalk] Free: Two 50’ heavy duty garden hose segments

Pickup North Lincoln Kim -- 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/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist

[LincolnTalk] Free Packing Materials and Boxes Available Starting in Late Oct. Through Early Dec.

Dear Neighbors, I run a big holiday drive for a local organization, and, starting later this month, I will have quite a lot of packing material to give away. I will mostly have boxes of all sizes, plastic air pillows, Amazon mailing envelopes (plastic lined paper and plastic), packing paper. Ple

[LincolnTalk] Opened Diaper Packages Accepted in Diaper Drive

, Belmont, and Bedford. If you donate online using the following links, diapers will be delivered directly to WIC. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/kerstin-sinkevicius-kim-jalet-november-2020-medford/1CT4U7NV15QUK Target: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=ee6b7900

[LincolnTalk] Donate Diapers to Families in Need

Amazon <https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/kerstin-sinkevicius-kim-jalet-november-2020-medford/1CT4U7NV15QUK> and Target <https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=ee6b7900-1ed9-11ec-a271-c1ec990cc2cd&type=BABY> registries. Please help us get 60,000 diapers onto the bab

[LincolnTalk] Buy Cards Delivered to You from Child to Benefit Local Food Pantry

usband created to buy cards and support the food pantry here in town: https://brian.jalet.org/ Thank you for your support, Kim Jalet -- 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

[LincolnTalk] Child Selling Drawn Cards to Benefit Lincoln Food Pantry

let.org/ All the best, Kim Jalet -- 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/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pair

Re: [LincolnTalk] Hannan Healthy Foods Farm Stand open Saturdays 11am-6pm

Oh, I was so hoping for a farm stand on this side of 2! We are sorely lacking over here. Maybe in the future! Kim On Sat, Aug 14, 2021 at 10:46 AM Anne Warner wrote: > Oh, that’s funny. I assumed that the farm stand was where the farm is, off > 2A! Guess I was wrong > > - Sent from iPhon

[LincolnTalk] Newspapers Needed

Good Morning, Our kitty is having some stomach distress and we are hoping to put out some newspapers for the "packages" we are finding on the floor each morning. We don't get a newspaper anymore. Does anyone have a stack of old papers that they could donate to the cause? We would like to pick t