[LincolnTalk] An interesting story about METCO

2023-09-26 Thread Sara Mattes
This aired on Tues. on WBUR. https://www.wbur.org/radioboston/2023/09/26/boston-busing-metco-education-segregation A look at the movement to bus Boston's students before the court order to desegregate wbur.org ——— Sara Mattes -- Sara Mattes -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To

[LincolnTalk] Council on Aging & Human Services and Parks & Recreation Overview

2023-09-26 Thread Krystal Wood
*COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING COMMITTEE: COA/HS AND PRD OVERVIEW* September, 2023 *COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING COMMITTEE OVERVIEW: COUNCIL ON AGING & HUMAN SERVICES* The Council on Aging & Human Services (COA) is a welcoming organization that provides social services, and educational, social, and

Re: [LincolnTalk] Repair of subzero refrigerator

2023-09-26 Thread Faye Speert
Jarvis Appliance in Wellesley has given us good subzero service. Sent from my iPad > On Sep 26, 2023, at 8:13 PM, Rob Haslinger wrote: > > Can anyone recommend a good repair person for a subzero refrigerator? The > freezer is not closing right because it needs a new gasket and (probably >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Repair of subzero refrigerator

2023-09-26 Thread Sara Mattes
Have you tried American Appliance in Waltham? I have also had good luck with Yale, but it took forever to schedule. American is now my first call, always. -- Sara Mattes > On Sep 26, 2023, at 8:12 PM, Rob Haslinger wrote: > > Can anyone recommend a good repair person for a subzero

[LincolnTalk] Repair of subzero refrigerator

2023-09-26 Thread Rob Haslinger
Can anyone recommend a good repair person for a subzero refrigerator? The freezer is not closing right because it needs a new gasket and (probably related) the ice maker isn’t working. Thanks in advance Rob -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center- size considerations

2023-09-26 Thread Lis Herbert
I'm sorry, but the hair-splitting -- 13,000 vs. 11,400 sq. ft. -- so clouds the discussion that it becomes meaningless, especially when there is a suggestion to make up that 1,600 sq. ft. with other spaces in town. Aren't there administrative costs -- time and staffing -- associated with that way

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center- size considerations

2023-09-26 Thread john gregg via Lincoln
I certainly pay my fair share of Federal and State tax dollars for things I should not have to afford to pay for but I still do my part, why only at the local level does it get scrutinized? I voted against a Millionaire Tax, and I voted to not put in place a form of Government that seems to want

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recommendation for total hip replacement surgeon

2023-09-26 Thread Jack
Timing is everything - and ‘random events tend to occur in clusters’. I just finished a lengthy conversation with a friend I’ve not spoken with in many months. He called to inform me of the total hip replacement he had recently - because we’d spoken at length about my experiences (you don’t

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recommendation for total hip replacement surgeon

2023-09-26 Thread Lynn DeLisi, M.D. via Lincoln
Paul,Jack Wixted is really good--But he took care of my broken ankle--not HIP.I would go to anyone at NE Baptist...they are supposed to be the best for HIP replacement...I googled Braziel--He doesn't look like he is at NE Baptist.Personally--I would go to BID or Mass General and google who the

Re: [LincolnTalk] piano teacher

2023-09-26 Thread Debra Daugherty
Lincoln After School Music Program (LASMP) has openings for piano lessons on Wednesdays after 1:30 with Vladimir Gurin. Vladimir has taught both of my daughters that play piano. He's excellent. The real deal. And LASMP has good rates for lessons. HIghly recommended. Please contact me if you

[LincolnTalk] Sugar Shack Storytime!

2023-09-26 Thread Sarah Bishop
Please join me in the Codman Farm Sugar Shack for stories on Wednesday, 4:15-5pm. Ages 3-5 +/- FREE!! The sun will be out!! > > Sent from my iPhone -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at

Re: [LincolnTalk] Electrician

2023-09-26 Thread Donald Seckler
I agree!Don SecklerSent via cellOn Sep 26, 2023, at 5:15 PM, Michelle Barnes via Lincoln wrote: Hi Brian,I have been happy with Wayne Deveaux with Deveaux Elecric (+1 (617) 771-8750 ). Very responsive, quick problem solver, and reasonable prices.Best of luck!Michelle BarnesSouth Great RoadSent

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center- size considerations

2023-09-26 Thread Margo Fisher-Martin
John, This is about affordability and what makes sense. Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but there should be no public shaming - ever- regardless of one’s views. This is not a tolerance or acceptance situation. This is a small town and we cannot always afford everything we want. Best, Cookie

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center- size considerations

2023-09-26 Thread john gregg via Lincoln
I am so surprised that a community that encourages acceptance and tolerance would further not doing the right thing like providing a place for kids, adults and elders should be able to congregate. It is about space, about money, about having to be held accountable for past neglect like

Re: [LincolnTalk] Proposal for Compliance with Housing Choice Act

2023-09-26 Thread Cynthia E. Bencal
Thanks, Ken. Very helpful information. Cindy Bencal On Tue, Sep 26, 2023 at 1:26 PM Ken Hurd wrote: > Hello LincolnTalkers, > > > > At the annual State of the Town Meeting to be held at the Lincoln Schools > on Saturday, September 30th., Lincoln residents will have the opportunity > to become

[LincolnTalk] Join us at St. Anne's Church to watch the documentary film "Gather" on Friday evening 9/29/23

2023-09-26 Thread Alex Chatfield via Lincoln
Friends, The Social Justice Commission at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Lincoln will host a documentary film screening this Friday, September 29.  The film’s title is “Gather.”  We are located at 147 Concord Road in Lincoln.  Flint Hall is on the second floor.  We are fully ADA accessible. If

[LincolnTalk] The Lincoln Public Health Team would like you to know...

2023-09-26 Thread Butt, Abigail
Beginning September 25, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. Order using this link: https://www.covid.gov/tests Need help placing an order for your at-⁠home tests? Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY

Re: [LincolnTalk] Electrician

2023-09-26 Thread Michelle Barnes via Lincoln
Hi Brian, I have been happy with Wayne Deveaux with Deveaux Elecric (+1 (617) 771-8750 ).  Very responsive, quick problem solver, and reasonable prices. Best of luck!Michelle BarnesSouth Great Road Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone On Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 10:37 AM, Brian DePasquale via

[LincolnTalk] Recommendation for total hip replacement surgeon

2023-09-26 Thread Paul Shorb
It may now be time. A P.A. at Mt. Auburn just gave me a list of recommended surgeons. I'm looking for one who also could give me realistic advice about what to expect (e.g., return to running, or not?) Please let me know if you have comments on any of these and your own experience. Let me know if

[LincolnTalk] Proposal for Compliance with Housing Choice Act

2023-09-26 Thread Ken Hurd
Hello LincolnTalkers, At the annual State of the Town Meeting to be held at the Lincoln Schools on Saturday, September 30th., Lincoln residents will have the opportunity to become more informed on four major issues facing the town, including the following: 1) compliance with the Housing

Re: [LincolnTalk] Seeking electrician experienced in fire alarm wiring

2023-09-26 Thread Jack Fultz
Check with the Lincoln fire department Sent from jfu...@comcast.net > On Sep 26, 2023, at 10:27 AM, Ellen Davis wrote: > >  > Does anyone know of an electrician who can hard-wire a fire alarm? > Thank you in advance. > -- > The LincolnTalk mailing list. > To post, send mail to

[LincolnTalk] hospital bed

2023-09-26 Thread Denise Bienfang via Lincoln
Free hospital bed. Yours for the moving. Denise Bienfang -- 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

[LincolnTalk] Electrician

2023-09-26 Thread Brian DePasquale via Lincoln
Hi, Looking for recommendations for an electrician. Thanks! Brian DePasquale (102 Lincoln 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

[LincolnTalk] Seeking electrician experienced in fire alarm wiring

2023-09-26 Thread Ellen Davis
Does anyone know of an electrician who can hard-wire a fire alarm? Thank you in advance. -- 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

[LincolnTalk] Lincoln-Sudbury Youth Wrestling

2023-09-26 Thread Ted Chan
Hi everyone, Registration is open for Lincoln-Sudbury Youth Wrestling! We are building a great program, with 50 kids out from K-8. We have both girls and boys at both levels, including my daughter. Wrestlers in Grades K-2 will meet Tuesdays from 6-7PM and Grade 3-8 practices are held Monday,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center- size considerations

2023-09-26 Thread Lynne Smith
Dennis, Thank you for your thoughtful discussion of the Community Center size. I agree that the CCBC has not responded to the questions that many have been asking regarding space needs for existing programs. The 13,000 sq ft space not including LEAP or Maintenance is clearly too much. In