[LincolnTalk] Liver Anyone?

2022-01-18 Thread Kim Jalet
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,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Alice Waugh
Hi all, I changed the name of the category from "Heat Pump/Mini-Split" to simply "HVAC" in the recommendations list on Google Drive: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eRaE4o9SyHeRkFXuKqc9kPITLU8-whELX-YV5sdBU5Q/edit?usp=sharing Alice Waugh On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 6:26 PM Belinda Gingrich

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Belinda Gingrich
Hi Arthur, A central heat pump would use an air handler like your current system but the compressor would be outside. It would have the advantage of heating and cooling in one unit. I put some possible contacts below that had been collected from Lincoln Talks and put on a google sheet by Alice

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans fundraiser

2022-01-18 Thread kliattaudi--- via Lincoln
To be honest I don't remember, but good to hear, this earlier support  for Donelan's employees all all?  Though I would have supported it wholeheartedly.   I hope we can help the current employees this time. First the roof, now the basement.  What informed builder would set up a flat roof in New

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free COVID Test kits from the USPS

2022-01-18 Thread Rachel Mason
Done in less than a minute. Many thanks! Sent from my iPad > On Jan 18, 2022, at 3:26 PM, Vicki Braithwaite > wrote: > >  > Thank you so much. Simple. No hoops to jump thru. > >> On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 1:48 PM Joanna Sussman >> wrote: >> Hi all, >> Yes, I just did this earlier today.

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: January 2022 Wildlife Column: Temperature Changes and Bird Count Results

2022-01-18 Thread Michelle Barnes via Lincoln
Dear LincolnTalk, Gwyn Loud’s latest Wildlife column is out and I wanted to share it with you as it is always a delight. As usual, many of our local naturalists and photographers are featured in Gwyn’s column. A special shout out in this edition goes to naturalist (and

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans fundraiser

2022-01-18 Thread Barbara Letterie
Irene, I wondered the same thing. I remember contributing but never heard if the funds had been distributed. I assumed that they were but would like to hear it confirmed! Barbara On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 3:49 PM iearlerice--- via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > The recent Donelans

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Sara Mattes
We have worked with Woodacre for over 30 years, and have done exactly what you are contemplating. They are a family firm-now 3rd generation. A few years ago, when we were redoing and upgrading, we went outside for 4 competitive bids. Woodacre came in with the most sensible and budget conscious

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans fundraiser

2022-01-18 Thread Sara Mattes
If there is no insurance, this is a great idea. …don’t know where to find info. ——— Sara Mattes > On Jan 18, 2022, at 3:49 PM, iearlerice--- via Lincoln > wrote: > > The recent Donelans closure reminded me that in May 2020 a Go Fund Me was > started and advertised on this site to benefit

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Jack de Valpine
Hi Art, When we moved to Lincoln a couple of years ago, we updated the existing central ac system (~20 yrs old) to a heat pump. We used Advanced Mechanical Systems (http://advancedmechanical.net/) to do the work. They were great to work with. They have been out to do annual service /

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans fundraiser

2022-01-18 Thread Sara Mattes
I would hope there is insurance to cover this1 -- Sara Mattes > On Jan 18, 2022, at 3:49 PM, iearlerice--- via Lincoln > wrote: > > The recent Donelans closure reminded me that in May 2020 a Go Fund Me was > started and advertised on this site to benefit the workers of Donelans as a >

[LincolnTalk] Donelans fundraiser

2022-01-18 Thread iearlerice--- via Lincoln
The recent Donelans closure reminded me that in May 2020 a Go Fund Me was started and advertised on this site to benefit the workers of Donelans as a big thank you for their work during Covid. Does anyone know what happened to it? I may have archived some emails but can’t locate them at the

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Gus Browne
Eric Foster HVAC of Chelmsford replaced the furnace and central ac unit for our accessory apartment last year. Reasonable price and excellent work. Family run company. Contact Travis Foster 978-256-5976. -- Gus Browne 11 Trapelo Road On Tue, Jan 18, 2022, 3:26 PM Arthur Gleiner wrote: > I

Re: [LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Bob Mason
Arthur, If you are replacing your completed HVAC system (heating and cooling), you may want to consider shifting to a geothermal system so you can shift away from fossil fuels. I've had a number of discussions with https://dandelionenergy.com, which is actually a spin-out of Google! Unlike

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free COVID Test kits from the USPS

2022-01-18 Thread Vicki Braithwaite
Thank you so much. Simple. No hoops to jump thru. On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 1:48 PM Joanna Sussman wrote: > Hi all, > Yes, I just did this earlier today. You do not have to wait until > tomorrow. Quick and easy. > > Joanna Sussman > > On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 1:45 PM Bob Antia wrote: > >> order

[LincolnTalk] Need recommendation for furnace and AC replacement

2022-01-18 Thread Arthur Gleiner
I would like to get some recommendations for contractors to replace a 20 year old forced air heating and AC system. I am interested in competitive pricing of course, but also in integrity, response to service calls, and maintenance contracts. If you have experience in the past couple of years,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free COVID Test kits from the USPS

2022-01-18 Thread Joanna Sussman
Hi all, Yes, I just did this earlier today. You do not have to wait until tomorrow. Quick and easy. Joanna Sussman On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 1:45 PM Bob Antia wrote: > order the kits from: > > https://special.usps.com/testkits > > Thank you, > > -Bob Antia > > CRISC, CISM, CISSP, CDPP > >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans

2022-01-18 Thread Nadia Jackson
When the roof leaked before, the staff was offered jobs at other Donelan's temporarily so they still had work. I'm sure with the current labor shortage, that temporary relief would be appreciated again. > On 01/18/2022 9:42 AM kliattaudi--- via Lincoln > wrote: > > > I just called

[LincolnTalk] Free COVID Test kits from the USPS

2022-01-18 Thread Bob Antia
order the kits from: https://special.usps.com/testkits Thank you, -Bob Antia CRISC, CISM, CISSP, CDPP (Mobile)+1.781.300. -- 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] Barn help

2022-01-18 Thread Mary Crowe
Still searching desperately for part time barn help- flexible days/hours $17 an hour . Approx 2 hours work, preferably in am cleaning for 3 stalls, paddocks and shed.Must be reliable and work independently and have some experience with horses. Friendly horses , cute minis . Mary at

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln Digest, Vol 112, Issue 18

2022-01-18 Thread Patricia Mostue
Is the table still available? pmos...@gmail.com Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 18, 2022, at 01:30, lincoln-requ...@lincolntalk.org wrote: > > Send Lincoln mailing list submissions to >lincoln@lincolntalk.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit >

[LincolnTalk] Donelan’s

2022-01-18 Thread Michelle Barnes via Lincoln
Dear Lincoln Talk, Donelan’s recently experienced water in the basement which led to mechanical issues. The forecast and hope is that they will be fixed by the weekend, allowing them to reopen then. We will keep you posted if any changes and regret any inconvenience this may cause. Best

Re: [LincolnTalk] ISO Door and Window installers

2022-01-18 Thread Lisa Paul
I agree with Dan. We’ve replaced two sliding doors plus side light window ( about 10 yrs ago)and are awaiting installation of three more sliding doors all with Anderson Renewal. We have been very happy! A word of warning , there is a long wait. We ordered in November and we’re told

Re: [LincolnTalk] ISO Door and Window installers

2022-01-18 Thread Dan Paul
We used Andersen Replacement Windows Service to replace all our windows and several sliders, as well as a custom bay window, a year or two ago. Couldn’t be happier with the outcome. > On Jan 18, 2022, at 10:00 AM, Deborah Wallace <@gmail.com> wrote: > > I need to replace two sets of patio

[LincolnTalk] ISO Door and Window installers

2022-01-18 Thread Deborah Wallace
I need to replace two sets of patio sliding doors plus a huge picture window. Recommendations from those of you who have done a project within the last year or two will be most helpful. Many thanks Deborah -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans

2022-01-18 Thread kliattaudi--- via Lincoln
There was basement flooding - so I imagine it will be closed a while.  First the roof - now the basement.  I am not optimistic about opening; but then I'm rarely optimistic these days. Jean    -Original Message- From: Maureen At Beede To: Rosamond Delori Cc: Lincoln Talk Sent: Tue,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans

2022-01-18 Thread Maureen At Beede
Closed today according to its website On Tue, Jan 18, 2022 at 9:35 AM Rosamond Delori wrote: > Does anyone have any information about Donelans? The phone line is busy > all the time and it was closed yesterday. Wondering whether it’s going to > be closed for a long time? > > Rosamond > >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Donelans

2022-01-18 Thread kliattaudi--- via Lincoln
I just called Donelan's in Wayland.  Seems the basement in Lincoln's store was flooded.  It will be closed for "a while."  Don't know how long.  The comment was "bad building."  I was just relieved to hear all people were well - though I doubt they will be paid for the time they can't work. I

Re: [LincolnTalk] Just how much real danger does sodium in our drinking water present?

2022-01-18 Thread Gordon Woodington
That is interesting, how to quantify all the aspects. And then the impacts on living organisms. So what is the total amount of Cl in the environment and where are those amounts? And separately in the ground, in rivers, and lakes? Are there natural fluctuations over time. How do the amounts

[LincolnTalk] Donelans

2022-01-18 Thread Rosamond Delori
Does anyone have any information about Donelans? The phone line is busy all the time and it was closed yesterday. Wondering whether it’s going to be closed for a long time? Rosamond Please excuse likely errors due to autospell! -- PLEASE NOTE: This e-mail message and any 

Re: [LincolnTalk] Just how much real danger does sodium in our drinking water present?

2022-01-18 Thread Corey Nimmer
Thanks, Dennis, it sounds like we’re in agreement that getting some good data and an understanding of what’s actually happening is a better approach than making policy decisions based on a hypothesis. Off the top of my head I would imagine this would involve a yearly test of chloride levels in

[LincolnTalk] antique quilt has been TAKEN

2022-01-18 Thread K Mierz via Lincoln
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[LincolnTalk] Interior decorator

2022-01-18 Thread Leah Bloom
I am looking for an interior decorator who is down to earth, good eye for style (can mix old + new), reasonably priced/willing to do a not-huge job, and available... any suggestions? Thank you! -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at