As of Saturday, January 22, 2022, the library building has reopened to the public and we are following our regular schedule.
*Library **Hours June 27, 2022 – July 31, 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 – 1:00pm Sunday Closed *Library **Hours August 1, 2022 – September 9, 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 Closed Sunday Closed 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! *Saturday Hours* For the month of July, our Saturday hours will be 10am to 1pm beginning July 9. The Lincoln Library will be closed on Saturdays during the month of August. Our normal Saturday schedule will resume on September 10. *Sunday Hours* The Lincoln Library is currently closed on Sundays until we reopen on Sundays in the fall. Our first open Sunday will be October 16, 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. <https://www.lincolnpl.org/services/readers-services/reading-challenges> 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 June 1, four 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 Virtual Adult Summer Reading Challenge, running June 15 – August 31* Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun! Earn virtual badges for completing a variety of summer reading activities. Anyone who earns six out of the eight badges (not including the registration badges) by August 31 will receive a small prize and an invitation to a wine and cheese wrap-up party! (Sept party date TBD) *Lincoln Library Summer Staff Picks Challenge, running June 21 – August 31* Let our staff guide you through a great summer of reading! From June 15 - August 31, earn virtual badges for reading books from our curated list of titles recommended by Lincoln Public Library staff members. Anyone who reads at least one book from the list will be entered in our prize drawing at the end of the challenge and TWO lucky participants will win a prize! Knitting for Kids! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-for-kids/> *Wednesday, July 20, 4:00pm – 5:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Library* *Farrar Room, Lincoln Library* Looking for a great way to keep busy AND learn something new? Knitting is a wonderfully satisfying hobby that encourages creativity and relaxation. This workshop is perfect for beginners as well as for those children looking to advance their skills. We will cover the basics of knitting (knit/purl stitch, casting on or off, increases/decreases) while making a stuffed animal. The workshop includes yarn, knitting needles, and pattern. Workshop will be held 4 Wednesdays this summer (7/13, 7/20, 8/3, 8/10) from 4pm - 5pm For kids entering grade 2+ Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 workshops Limited space. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register Book to Film Movie Night <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-night-3/> *Wednesday, June 20, 6:00pm – 8:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Come watch film adaptations of favorite books! June 29 - How to Train Your Dragon July 20 - Kiki's Delivery Service August 17 - Holes Copies of the books will be available at the Children's Desk the first week of the month, if you would like to read before you watch! Please email sfeat...@minlib.net to RSVP if you are interested. Intended for children in grades 3 and up. Baby Bounce <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/baby-bounce-46/> *Thursday, July 21, 10:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln 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. Stem Fun! Ring the Bell: a Rube Goldberg Challenge! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/stem-fun-ring-the-bell-a-rube-goldberg-challenge/> *Thursday, July 21, 4:00pm – 5:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Do you like to design machines? Find creative solutions to problems? Join real scientists from SEED, Inc. as we explore simple machines and build a crazy, complex machine to ring a bell! These machines, known as Rube-Goldberg contraptions, use simple materials assembled in unique ways to achieve a goal. Young scientists ages 7-11 are invited to register for this fun, hands-on, in-person event. Registration required. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register. Lincoln Library Film Society <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/lincoln-library-film-society-24/> *Thursday, July 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* *L'Eclisse* (English: "The Eclipse") is a 1962 Italian romance film written and directed by Michelangelo Antonioni and starring Alain Delon and Monica Vitti. Filmed on location in Rome and Verona, the story follows a young woman (Vitti) who pursues an affair with a confident young stockbroker (Delon). Antonioni attributed some of his inspiration for L'Eclisse to when he filmed a solar eclipse in Florence.[1] The film is considered the last part of a trilogy and is preceded by L'Avventura (1960) and La Notte (1961).[2][3][4] - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%27Eclisse 2 hours, 6 minutes. Not rated. Details on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0056736/ eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-147/> *F**riday, July 22, 2:00pm– 3:00pm* *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. Munchkin Morning! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/munchkin-morning-2/> *Saturday, July 23, 11:00am – 11:30am* *Children’s Room, Lincoln Library* Families with young children are invited to listen to some stories, learn some songs, and have juice, coffee, and donuts. No registration required. Mystery Mondays <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mystery-mondays-the-woman-in-cabin-10/> *Monday, July 25, 7:00pm – 8:30pm* *Zoom* This week’s book is *The Woman in Cabin 10*, by Ruth Ware. Please email Robin at rrapop...@minlib.net to receive the Zoom link. Storytime! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-27/> *Tuesday, July 26, 10:00am – 10:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* A lively story program that combines books, music, & movement. Come prepared to dance! • Every Tuesday at 10 AM • For ages 0-5 • No registration necessary Origami Tales <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/origami-tales/> *Tuesday, July 26, 4:00pm – 5:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Parents’ Choice Award-Winning storyteller Motoko will tell delightful folktales from Asia, share hands-on origami activities including an unforgettable towel monkey! Program open to school-age children. Please note: For those younger than seven, a caregiver must be with child to assist with the hands-on activity. Registration required. Please email dleop...@minlib.net to register. Write Stuff <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/write-stuff-64/> *Wednesday, July 27, 6:30pm – 8:15pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Lincoln's own writers’ group. For information contact Barbara Myles at bmy...@minlib.net. Not Really So Scary Animals Live Animal Program! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/not-really-so-scary-animals-live-animal-program/> *Thursday, July 28, 10:30am – 11:30am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* We think of some animals like sharks, snakes and spiders as scary, but are they really when we learn more about them? Many seemingly “scary animals” have important jobs in nature, and some even help people! Children of all ages are welcome to join us to learn about and MEET some "not so scary animals." Registration required. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register. Mo Willems Film Festival <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/not-really-so-scary-animals-live-animal-program/> *Friday, July 29, 10:30am – 11:15am* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* Short films based on beloved Mo Willems stories. Ages 2+. Drop in. eBook Help <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ebook-help-148/> *F**riday, July 29, 2:00pm– 3:00pm* *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. Munchkin Morning! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/munchkin-morning-3/> *Saturday, July 30, 11:00am – 11:30am* *Children’s Room, Lincoln Library* Families with young children are invited to listen to some stories, learn some songs, and have juice, coffee, and donuts. No registration required. Storytime! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/storytime-28/> *Tuesday, August 2, 10:00am – 10:30pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Public Library* A lively story program that combines books, music, & movement. Come prepared to dance! • Every Tuesday at 10 AM • For ages 0-5 • No registration necessary Knitting for Kids! <https://lincolnpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/knitting-for-kids-2/> *Wednesday, August 3, 4:00pm – 5:00pm* *Tarbell Room, Lincoln Library* *Farrar Room, Lincoln Library* Looking for a great way to keep busy AND learn something new? Knitting is a wonderfully satisfying hobby that encourages creativity and relaxation. This workshop is perfect for beginners as well as for those children looking to advance their skills. We will cover the basics of knitting (knit/purl stitch, casting on or off, increases/decreases) while making a stuffed animal. The workshop includes yarn, knitting needles, and pattern. Workshop will be held 4 Wednesdays this summer (7/13, 7/20, 8/3, 8/10) from 4pm - 5pm For kids entering grade 2+ Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 workshops Limited space. Email dleop...@minlib.net to register *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. Recording available here. <https://youtu.be/xA68P0wuXLw> 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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