*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 – June 26, 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. 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 Lincoln Library will be closed all day on Monday, February 21 in observance of President’s Day. *Saturday Hours* Saturday hours will run through June 26, 2022. *Sunday Hours* Sunday hours will run through April 25, 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. Black History Month Reading Challenge <https://www.lincolnpl.org/services/reading-challenges> *February 1 – February 28* 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! Our first challenge, the Black History Month Challenge, will run throughout the month of February and is open to all adults over the age of 18. Register online at lincolnpl.beanstack.org <https://lincolnpl.beanstack.org/reader365> or download the mobile app <https://www.beanstack.com/mobile-app>. For questions or help registering, please email Robin at rrapop...@minlib.net or contact the reference desk at 781-259-8465 x 3 or linc...@minlib.net Friday Morning Book Group: Arts & Artists <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-morning-book-group-arts-artists-8/> *Friday, February 11, 9:30am – 11:30am* *Zoom* This week’s book is *Looking for Lorraine*, by Imani Perry For information or to receive a Zoom invitation please email Lisa at lrothenb...@minlib.net or Kate at ktranqu...@minlib.net Baby Sign Language Class with Sheryl White <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-sign-language-class-with-sheryl-white-5/> *Friday, February 11, 10:30am – 11:15am* *Zoom* Caregivers and their babies and young children 2-months or older and pre-verbal are invited to join us for this 4-week workshop with well known instructor, Sheryl White. Sheryl will show you how to teach your baby sign language as well as explore benefits and research for caregivers. Each week participants will “bring” props to class so that Sheryl can help you bring the virtual program to life by signing directly to the babies. That way they will know that it is interactive and hands-on. Participants are encouraged to sign up for all 4 workshop sessions which will take place over Zoom on Fridays from 10:30- 11:15 the following days: 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, and 3/11. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register and receive Zoom invite. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-121/> *Friday, February 11, 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. Opera for Everyone with Erika Reitshamer: It Takes Two to Duet! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/opera-for-everyone-with-erika-reitshamer-it-takes-two-to-duet/> *Saturday, February 12, 2:00pm – 3:00pm* *Zoom* Opera for Everyone continues with Erika Reitshamer It Takes Two to Duet! Just in time for Valentine's Day, come and enjoy famous Duets from opera, operetta and instrumental music. Our opera lecturer, Erika Reitshamer, returns to Lincoln Library. She continues to enlighten, inspire and entertain Lifetime Learners, while passing along her vast knowledge of opera and opera lore to Boston’s educational institutions. This program has been made possible by the Friends of The Lincoln Public Library <https://lincolnpl.org/about/friends> This program is free & open to all. Zoom information will be posted closer to the date of the program. <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reception-for-nathan-soukup-display/> Reception for Nathan Soukup display <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reception-for-nathan-soukup-display/> *Sunday, February 13, 2:00pm – 4:00pm* *Gallery, Lincoln Public Library* Reception for Nathan Soukup display at the library. Storytime <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-11/> *Tuesday, February 15, 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. Author Talk: Margaret Spence <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/author-talk-margaret-spence/> *Tuesday, February 15, 7:00pm – 8:00pm* *Zoom* Author Margaret Spence will be on zoom to speak about her latest novel *Joyous Lies.* Maelle Woolley, a shy botanist, prefers plants to people. They don't suddenly disappear. Raised on her grandparents' commune after her mother's mysterious death, she follows the commune's utopian beliefs of love for all. Then she falls for attractive psychiatrist Zachary Kane. When Zachary claims her mother and his father never emerged alive from his father's medical research lab, Maelle investigates. What she discovers will challenge everything she believes, force her to find strength she never knew she had, and confront the commune's secrets and lies. What happened to love? And can it survive? Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87093034809?pwd=alBWcW9DcWwwVC8wWnlLUGx2TXBhZz09 Meeting ID: 870 9303 4809 Passcode: 227284 4th Grade Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/4th-grade-book-club-5/> *Thursday, February 17, 3:30pm – 4:15pm* *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. Baby Sign Language Class with Sheryl White <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-sign-language-class-with-sheryl-white-6/> *Friday, February 18, 10:30am – 11:15am* *Zoom* Caregivers and their babies and young children 2-months or older and pre-verbal are invited to join us for this 4-week workshop with well known instructor, Sheryl White. Sheryl will show you how to teach your baby sign language as well as explore benefits and research for caregivers. Each week participants will “bring” props to class so that Sheryl can help you bring the virtual program to life by signing directly to the babies. That way they will know that it is interactive and hands-on. Participants are encouraged to sign up for all 4 workshop sessions which will take place over Zoom on Fridays from 10:30- 11:15 the following days: 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, and 3/11. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register and receive Zoom invite. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-122/> *Friday, February 18, 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. 5th/6th Grade Book Club <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/4-5th-grade-book-club-2/> Tuesday, February 22, 3:30 – 4:15pm Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library 5th/6th Grade Book Club. Please contact sfeat...@minlib.net for more information. Virtual Family Bingo <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-family-bingo-3/> *Tuesday, February 22, 6:00pm – 7:00pm* *Zoom* Intended for children of all ages! Bingo Night at the Lincoln Library is always fun and now your whole family can play at home as our Bingo caller extraordinaire, Sally Kindleberger, reads off the numbers! Registrants will receive a printable BINGO card (if you are unable to print a card at home, you can pick one up at the library.) Fun for everyone and prizes too!! Limit to 20 families. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register and receive Zoom invite. Murder Mystery Party <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/murder-mystery-party/> *Wednesday, February 23, 3:00pm – 4:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* The mysterious Mrs. Crimson has committed a thievery spree that affects multiple local characters! Come to the Lincoln Library’s Crimson Hall to figure out her schemes and return her to justice! You are all cordially invited to a Crimson Mystery Party thrown by the Lincoln Library Children’s Department. Sign up to be a character and come prepared to work together to solve the mystery. This program is designed for children aged 12+. Space is limited, contact sfeat...@minlib.net to sign up! (We will open a second session if there is demand.) Reading for Racial and Social Justice <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/reading-for-racial-and-social-justice-6/> *Wednesday, February 23, 7:00pm – 8:30pm* *Zoom* This week’s book is *Invisible Child*, by Andrea Elliot For information or to receive a Zoom invitation, please email Robin at rrapop...@minlib.net *Looking Ahead!* An Evening with Sybrina Fulton: Cultivating Justice toward Racial Equality <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/an-evening-with-sybrina-fulton/> *Thursday, February 24, 7:00pm – 8:30pm* *Zoom* 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 *Registration is required.* <https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8316421107125/WN_rzh1wFxoRWG_q10MDoy3aQ> Lincoln Library's portion of this program is funded by The Friends of the Lincoln Public Library. This program is being 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 Three Authors, Three Books, & One Lincoln <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/four-lincoln-authors-discuss-their-new-books/> *Thursday, March 3, 7:00pm – 8:00pm* *Zoom * *Join us for a wonderful Zoom event:* 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 *Zoom link will be posted closer to the event. * 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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