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Re: [LincolnTalk] Coxswain education—New England

2024-11-08 Thread Anne Warner

Agreed. I am a two time Olympian in the sport of rowing, and I row out of Community Rowing (CRI) and wouldn’t choose any other boathouse. The sport has a history of elitism, and the mission of CRI is to bring rowing to everyone. They have junior programs, adult learn to row programs, elite teams and serve literally all ages and all economic backgrounds as well as a wide range of Paralympic athletes. It is also affordable. Basic membership is 170 a year, and you pay by program. If there is difficulty paying, there are scholarships. They also have indoor programs on ergometers and in the weight room as well as yoga. Their website is communityrowing.org. If you have never experienced this sport, give it a try! It can be transformational. Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 8, 2024, at 2:16 PM, Jack Fultz via Lincoln wrote:Community Rowing is the way to go Homecommunityrowing.orgSent from jfu...@comcast.netOn Nov 8, 2024, at 1:03 PM, Christi Damico via Lincoln wrote:Hi,My daughter just completed her first season of rowing & wants to learn to be a coxswain. She’s currently a ninth grader. It’s a long shot, but does anyone know of good summer opportunities in New England (Mass or points north) that teach high schoolers the ins & outs of coxing/rowing? But especially coxing?Thank you!Christi Damico-- 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.-- 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.--
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[LincolnTalk] FR - shop fasteners

2024-10-21 Thread Anne Warner

After a lifetime of winding down houses for various elderly relatives who had 
shops, I appear to have acquired more fasteners (nails, screws, bolts, etc of 
all sizes) than I could ever use. After reserving a small number for myself, I 
find I have the equivalent of three milk crates full of little boxes and bags 
of fasteners. I’d like to give them (all) to someone who will use them, as in 
our family, shops were places of creativity and building interesting things, 
and I’d like to continue that tradition. Not interested in having someone pick 
through and take just what they want/need - will only give them to someone who 
will take them all. Email me separately so as not to fill everyone’s inboxes. 
First come, first serve. Anne Warner


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[LincolnTalk] Advisor on Medicare supplements

2024-10-10 Thread Anne Warner

We are looking for a private advisor in Medicare supplemental plans for friends 
with very complicated medical situations who are about to lose their 
employer-backed healthcare. We understand that towns, including Lincoln, offer 
services in this area, but we are concerned that the complexity of the 
medications and medical issues involved here will require a very sophisticated 
level of advice. The couple are willing to pay a reasonable fee for really good 
advice. Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] Somebody out there really good with Excel?

2024-10-01 Thread Anne Warner

I am in the process of putting together a home budget, and have realized
that my rudimentary Excel skills are not up to the task.  I have two pretty
basic questions that I need answered.  Is there anyone out there who would
be willing to field them?  Thank you in advanceand obviously, write to
me alone so that we don't beleaguer all others who aren't interested in the
niceties of Excel!  Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] Raspberry plants taken

2024-09-09 Thread Anne Warner



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[LincolnTalk] Dig your own raspberry bushes

2024-09-08 Thread Anne Warner

I have a productive raspberry patch that I want to remove and replace with 
roses. It measures roughly 10’ x 2’ and is yours if you want to come and dig it 
up. Preference for someone who will take the whole patch. 

Anne Warner
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Cat Found Stratford Way Photo

2024-08-30 Thread Anne Warner

Is this really a domesticated cat? I know it has a collar, but it looks
like a wild animal.  Also, how big is it?  Hard to tell from the photo, but
it looks very big.  Bigger than a housecat.

On Fri, Aug 30, 2024 at 11:39 AM Emily Marcus 
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> Here is the photo missing from my initial post
>
> She was last seen between 14 and 16 Stratford Way hopefully this sweet
> kitty has found its way back home, but if not, please feel free to come by
> the woods and take a look
>
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[LincolnTalk] Sports orthopedic surgeon

2024-08-15 Thread Anne Warner

Anyone know a really good knee surgeon for someone deeply involved in sports?

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[LincolnTalk] Old bicycle wheel needed

2024-07-31 Thread Anne Warner

I am looking for an old bicycle wheel to include in a sculpture.  It still 
needs to be able to turn (hint; the end product will turn in the wind) but it 
doesn’t need a tire, and in fact I would prefer one without a tire. Anyone have 
one lying around that they don’t want? Anne Warner
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Computer Network Help

2024-07-26 Thread Anne Warner

There is a wonderful, extremely knowledgeable young man named Sam Verhuist who 
used to provide IT services at my last company, and now provides private 
computer support to people. His email is schema@gmail.com, and his phone is 
+1 (978) 257-6009 (I would email or text rather than call him….). He is superb 
at helping people get set up computer-wise, and an expert at identifying and 
fixing issues. I can’t recommend him enough! Use my name with him so that he 
knows where the referral comes from. Great young man. Anne Warner

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> On Jul 23, 2024, at 9:14 PM, Gary Taylor  wrote:
> 
> 
> All,
> 
> Looking for someone to provide advice/assistance in overhauling our home 
> computer network and equipment.  Both have developed topsy-turvy over time, 
> and we are now in need of a pretty thorough makeover.  Would appreciate any 
> references to sources of possible support.  Thanks for any 
> information/contacts you can provide.
> 
> Regards,
> Gary Taylor
> 2 Beaver Pond Road
> 781-259-9569
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[LincolnTalk] TAKEN: Siberian Iris all claimed

2024-07-18 Thread Anne Warner



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[LincolnTalk] Problem with snowplow guys - need recommendations for someone new

2024-07-03 Thread Anne Warner

The team that has been doing our snowplowing for the last two years, EcoQuiet, 
has just sent us, six months after the fact, a bill for several plowings and 
sandings that we have no idea whether they actually performed. This is the last 
straw for us with these guys, as they have been very difficult to deal with 
anyway. Bottom line - we need to find a new company to do our plowing next 
winter. We have a long driveway up a hill, so they need to have good equipment 
that can manage it. We are in North Lincoln. Recommendations please? I know 
enough about the scarcity of snowplowing services that we need to start looking 
now! Anne Warner and Dan Paul
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[LincolnTalk] Experienced garden help needed

2024-07-03 Thread Anne Warner

I need someone with garden experience to help me for about a half a day to 
figure out how to thin out my garden which has completely gotten away from me. 
Any suggestions? Anne Warner
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Seeking professional help with computer (in Lincoln)

2024-07-03 Thread Anne Warner

There is a young man named Sam Verhuist who was in the IT department of a company I worked for and now takes private customers. He’s terrific. You can reach him at schema@gmail.com. Good luck! Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Jul 2, 2024, at 2:48 PM, Jessica Cooper wrote:Hello,We are looking for someone who can help with microsoft office, google and issues experienced after having after having gotten a new computer. (pay negotiable) It is near impossible to find help online, and there are time sensitive issues at work that require the ability to utilize:dropbox for desktop (and having it connect to microsoft office)delicensing the old office and transferring to new computermaking sure we are not paying for two accountsclearing out the clutter of old/defunct passkeys in the keychain functionother maladjusted pathways that present on the new mac if there is anyone who can help - we still have the old computer, but it is running slowly. thank you-- TO BE AN ARTIST IS TO BELIEVE IN LIFE - Henry Moore20 minutes a day is all it takes to transform your brain when learning a new skill.Jessica Cooper | Voice Teacher Pronouns: she/her/hers what''s this?Member, NATS Boston current project: Henry Purcell Society of Bostonpersonal website: Jessica Cooper: soprano617.840.3921; CellBook a 60 minute voice lessonBook a 30 minute evaluation
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[LincolnTalk] Plants taken with backup

2024-06-29 Thread Anne Warner

They were a subspecies of zizia, for anyone who wondered. 

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[LincolnTalk] Coreopsis taken

2024-05-27 Thread Anne Warner



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[LincolnTalk] Enthusiastic yellow coreopsis thinning

2024-05-27 Thread Anne Warner

I had to thin out our yellow coreopsis - again - because it is very
enthusiastic.  Anyone want them?  They are bare root so really need to be
picked up today or latest tomorrow AM.  Three large flowerpots fullall
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[LincolnTalk] state moving bear to Lincoln from Worcester - can they do that

2024-05-15 Thread Anne Warner

I am taken aback that the state “moved the bear from Worcester” to Lincoln. Did we consent to that? People are now having to supervise their children playing outside and take down their bird feeders which, at least in our house, are a source of real joy. I think we should call on our Select Board to push back on this, and get the bear “moved” to an area where there is much more unoccupied land for them to forage. The bear might be cute, but these are wild animals and although this one has not attacked anyone, I don’t think we should have to worry about our children playing outside. Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On May 13, 2024, at 7:07 PM, Linda McMillan wrote:I talked with the Massachusetts bear biologist today. He said this bear was moved from Worcester where he was wandering into a very developed area not because he was aggressive or violent. He's about two years old and has moved about 35 miles in the last week. They have no intention of moving him out of Lincoln. He said we should get used to having bears in our town. The likelihood is that we will see more.He said to take down your bird feeders and bring in your trash.Regarding dogs, he said there is more risk that your dog will be attacked by a coyote than by a bear. However, he said if you have a dog that wanders or does not come to you when called, or who is aggressive, he suggests keeping it on a leash.He also said there is no need to notify them of the current location because they have no plans to move the bear.I hope this is helpful.Linda On Mon, May 13, 2024, 5:12 PM Jennifer Saffran <jennifer.saff...@gmail.com> wrote:I’ve seen bear tags before, but “Dodger” appears to have both ears tagged. What’s up with that?On May 12, 2024, at 9:20 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
It’s Dodger! Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhoneOn Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:16 PM, Lynne Smith <ly...@smith.net> wrote:Looks like he has opposing thumbs ! And he clearly knows where to find seeds.Lynne Smith5 Tabor Hill RoadLincoln, MA 01773781-258-1175Sent from my iPhone> On 12 May 2024, at 6:14 PM, pspe...@gmail.com wrote:> > > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone--> 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.> -- 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.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Black Bear Sighting

2024-05-13 Thread Anne Warner

It did post!! What a fantastic video of the bear!!  Thank you!

On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 5:42 PM Lido Bigelow  wrote:

> Hoping this video will post
>
>
> Katie
> One kind word can change someone's day!
>
> On May 13, 2024, at 5:30 PM, Lido Bigelow  wrote:
>
> I can promise you that the photo is real since my daughter took the photo
> and I saw the bear with my own eyes.
>
> We also have video to prove it!
>
> Katie
> One kind word can change someone's day!
>
> On May 13, 2024, at 5:15 PM, Anne Warner  wrote:
>
> Let’s wait for the person who originally posted the pic to respond —
> lidob...@gmail.com
>
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>
> On May 13, 2024, at 12:21 PM, Anne Sobol  wrote:
>
> 
> I wondered whether the bear was a hoax when I saw the photo of him/her
> with the ear tags standing up with the feeder. However, when I looked
> closely at the photo posted yesterday by pspeert on Fox Run Lane I could
> see the ear tags, and then I began to feel alas it's not someone's idea of
> a joke.
>
> Does Lincoln have an animal control dept? I don't see one on the Town
> website.
>
> On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:50 AM Leslie Turek 
> wrote:
>
>> I ran the image through isitai.com, and got the result 74.94% likely AI,
>> which it interprets to mean "somewhat likely" to be generated by AI. So not
>> really sure one way or another. If it is AI, I would be shocked that a
>> contributor to this forum would submit a fake image and pass it off as
>> real, so I'm really hoping that's not the case.
>> Leslie Turek
>>
>> On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:28 AM Jai Kaur 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I am receiving feedback from people I've shared this with that this
>>> photo is an AI fake.  I have no doubt that we have a bear in Lincoln
>>> because it ransacked my trash can on Friday evening.  But, wonder if this
>>> photo is for real.
>>> ~Jai
>>>
>>> On Sat, May 11, 2024 at 2:47 PM Lido Bigelow  wrote:
>>>
>>>> Taken yesterday on Grasshopper Lane at about 5:30. Bird feeders are now
>>>> put away. The bear is tagged and we have notified the wildlife agency in
>>>> case they are keeping track.
>>>>
>>>> 
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Katie
>>>> One kind word can change someone's day!
>>>>
>>>> On May 10, 2024, at 1:49 PM, Lynne Smith  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Fabulous! Love the Onion😉
>>>>
>>>> Lynne Smith
>>>> 5 Tabor Hill Road
>>>> Lincoln, MA 01773
>>>> 781-258-1175
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>
>>>> On 10 May 2024, at 10:17 AM, Alice Waugh  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> When things like this happen, depend on the local TV news media to
>>>> keep you informed :-)  (Warning language is rated R)
>>>>
>>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4Ha9HQvMo
>>>>
>>>> Alice Waugh
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On May 9, 2024, at 9:19 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <
>>>> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I think you should name him Oslo 💖💕
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
>>>> <https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=nativeplacement&c=Global_Acquisition_YMktg_315_Internal_EmailSignature&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=Global_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4=10604&af_sub5=EmailSignature__Static_>
>>>>
>>>> On Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:08 PM, Paula Robinson via Lincoln <
>>>> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hello LT,
>>>>
>>>> A fairly large black bear came a’callin’ in my yard at 4:30 am stealing
>>>> my new bird feeder (see attached video)
>>>>
>>>> We live in the area of Birches School, the Bedford Road / Route 2
>>>> intersection (near Tracy’s) and Oak Knoll Rd.
>>>>
>>>> Needless to say my feeders have been removed from the yard…
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Paula Robinson
>>>> 617.981.1945
>>>>
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Black Bear Sighting

2024-05-13 Thread Anne Warner

Wonderful!  Problem solved!  My personal policy: whenever Person A
questions an action of Person B, rather than talking to anyone else I go
straight to Person Busually solves the problem!  Thank you!

On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM Lido Bigelow  wrote:

> I can promise you that the photo is real since my daughter took the photo
> and I saw the bear with my own eyes.
>
> We also have video to prove it!
>
> Katie
> One kind word can change someone's day!
>
> On May 13, 2024, at 5:15 PM, Anne Warner  wrote:
>
> Let’s wait for the person who originally posted the pic to respond —
> lidob...@gmail.com
>
> - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings!
>
> On May 13, 2024, at 12:21 PM, Anne Sobol  wrote:
>
> 
> I wondered whether the bear was a hoax when I saw the photo of him/her
> with the ear tags standing up with the feeder. However, when I looked
> closely at the photo posted yesterday by pspeert on Fox Run Lane I could
> see the ear tags, and then I began to feel alas it's not someone's idea of
> a joke.
>
> Does Lincoln have an animal control dept? I don't see one on the Town
> website.
>
> On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:50 AM Leslie Turek 
> wrote:
>
>> I ran the image through isitai.com, and got the result 74.94% likely AI,
>> which it interprets to mean "somewhat likely" to be generated by AI. So not
>> really sure one way or another. If it is AI, I would be shocked that a
>> contributor to this forum would submit a fake image and pass it off as
>> real, so I'm really hoping that's not the case.
>> Leslie Turek
>>
>> On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:28 AM Jai Kaur 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> I am receiving feedback from people I've shared this with that this
>>> photo is an AI fake.  I have no doubt that we have a bear in Lincoln
>>> because it ransacked my trash can on Friday evening.  But, wonder if this
>>> photo is for real.
>>> ~Jai
>>>
>>> On Sat, May 11, 2024 at 2:47 PM Lido Bigelow  wrote:
>>>
>>>> Taken yesterday on Grasshopper Lane at about 5:30. Bird feeders are now
>>>> put away. The bear is tagged and we have notified the wildlife agency in
>>>> case they are keeping track.
>>>>
>>>> 
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Katie
>>>> One kind word can change someone's day!
>>>>
>>>> On May 10, 2024, at 1:49 PM, Lynne Smith  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Fabulous! Love the Onion😉
>>>>
>>>> Lynne Smith
>>>> 5 Tabor Hill Road
>>>> Lincoln, MA 01773
>>>> 781-258-1175
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>>
>>>> On 10 May 2024, at 10:17 AM, Alice Waugh  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> When things like this happen, depend on the local TV news media to
>>>> keep you informed :-)  (Warning language is rated R)
>>>>
>>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4Ha9HQvMo
>>>>
>>>> Alice Waugh
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On May 9, 2024, at 9:19 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <
>>>> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I think you should name him Oslo 💖💕
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
>>>> <https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=nativeplacement&c=Global_Acquisition_YMktg_315_Internal_EmailSignature&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=Global_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4=10604&af_sub5=EmailSignature__Static_>
>>>>
>>>> On Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:08 PM, Paula Robinson via Lincoln <
>>>> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hello LT,
>>>>
>>>> A fairly large black bear came a’callin’ in my yard at 4:30 am stealing
>>>> my new bird feeder (see attached video)
>>>>
>>>> We live in the area of Birches School, the Bedford Road / Route 2
>>>> intersection (near Tracy’s) and Oak Knoll Rd.
>>>>
>>>> Needless to say my feeders have been removed from the yard…
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Paula Robinson
>>>> 617.981.1945
>>>>
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>>

Re: [LincolnTalk] Black Bear Sighting

2024-05-13 Thread Anne Warner

Let’s wait for the person who originally posted the pic to respond — lidob...@gmail.com- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On May 13, 2024, at 12:21 PM, Anne Sobol wrote:I wondered whether the bear was a hoax when I saw the photo of him/her with the ear tags standing up with the feeder. However, when I looked closely at the photo posted yesterday by pspeert on Fox Run Lane I could see the ear tags, and then I began to feel alas it's not someone's idea of a joke.Does Lincoln have an animal control dept? I don't see one on the Town website.On Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:50 AM Leslie Turek wrote:I ran the image through isitai.com, and got the result 74.94% likely AI, which it interprets to mean "somewhat likely" to be generated by AI. So not really sure one way or another. If it is AI, I would be shocked that a contributor to this forum would submit a fake image and pass it off as real, so I'm really hoping that's not the case.Leslie TurekOn Mon, May 13, 2024 at 11:28 AM Jai Kaur wrote:I am receiving feedback from people I've shared this with that this photo is an AI fake. I have no doubt that we have a bear in Lincoln because it ransacked my trash can on Friday evening. But, wonder if this photo is for real.~JaiOn Sat, May 11, 2024 at 2:47 PM Lido Bigelow wrote:Taken yesterday on Grasshopper Lane at about 5:30. Bird feeders are now put away. The bear is tagged and we have notified the wildlife agency in case they are keeping track.KatieOne kind word can change someone's day!On May 10, 2024, at 1:49 PM, Lynne Smith wrote:Fabulous! Love the Onion😉Lynne Smith5 Tabor Hill RoadLincoln, MA 01773781-258-1175Sent from my iPhoneOn 10 May 2024, at 10:17 AM, Alice Waugh wrote:When things like this happen, depend on the local TV news media to keep you informed :-) (Warning language is rated R)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U4Ha9HQvMoAlice WaughOn May 9, 2024, at 9:19 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln wrote:
I think you should name him Oslo 💖💕Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhoneOn Thursday, May 9, 2024, 8:08 PM, Paula Robinson via Lincoln wrote:Hello LT,A fairly large black bear came a’callin’ in my yard at 4:30 am stealing my new bird feeder (see attached video)We live in the area of Birches School, the Bedford Road / Route 2 intersection (near Tracy’s) and Oak Knoll Rd.Needless to say my feeders have been removed from the yard…Paula Robinson617.981.1945-- 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.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Bear sighting just now at Fox Run Road

2024-05-13 Thread Anne Warner

I’m banking on the supposition that he can’t/won’t cross Route 2, and leaving my bird feeders up! - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On May 12, 2024, at 9:33 PM, Paula Robinson via Lincoln  wrote:I recently read that bears can smell seed from over a mile away.  This one is certainly making the rounds, covering quite a few miles and having a great spring forage!Good for him!Paula Robinson617.981.1945On May 12, 2024, at 9:20 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln  wrote:
It’s Dodger! Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhoneOn Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:16 PM, Lynne Smith  wrote:Looks like he has opposing thumbs ! And he clearly knows where to find seeds.Lynne Smith5 Tabor Hill RoadLincoln, MA 01773781-258-1175Sent from my iPhone> On 12 May 2024, at 6:14 PM, pspe...@gmail.com wrote:> > > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone--> 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.> -- 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.
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[LincolnTalk] Taken - 8 pairs of beautiful women’s work shoes, size 10

2024-05-13 Thread Anne Warner

All shoes taken with backup. Anne
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> On May 12, 2024, at 12:14 PM, Anne Warner  wrote:
> 
> I’m in the process of retiring (I think) and have also developed a foot 
> problem (I know), and am giving away 8 pairs of lovely work shoes size 10, 
> generally on rhe wide side.  Strong preference for someone to come take them 
> all, as I don’t want to get into the business of giving them to 8 different 
> people! These are all really nice shoes that have not been worn much because 
> I kept thinking I wanted to wear heels, but when push came to shove, I really 
> didn’t!! Nor did I really want to wear sparkly shoes, as it turns out. The 
> only thing they need is a good dusting.  Priority given to first person who 
> will take all of them. Anne Warner
> 
> 
> 
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[LincolnTalk] Experienced plumber needed to be employed by local business

2024-05-11 Thread Anne Warner

A dear friend of mine has run a plumbing business out of Brookline for the
past 30 years.  She was one of the early female plumbers to get a license,
and has a dedicated group of customers and a booming business.  She
currently employs two plumbers and one apprentice who have been with her
for a long time, but can hardly keep up with the demand.  She needs her
knees replaced, but can't go forward with the operations until she brings
on another plumber to keep the business going.  Is anyone out there a
plumber that would like to work in a happy shop with steady work, or know
someone who is?  It can't be another apprentice because they do not have
the bandwidth to mentor another person.  Please help us find someone!
Thanks, Anne Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] What am I doing wrong with my hummingbird feeder?

2024-05-06 Thread Anne Warner

Is the feeder and/or the sugar water red, I hope? - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On May 6, 2024, at 2:55 PM, Paul Rice via Lincoln wrote:Hummingbirds are very territorial. I put up a feeder last spring and had a hummingbird show up constantly until another one came along about two weeks later. At that point they would show up dart around each other for a while then take off. I put up a 2nd feeder about 20 feet from the first one and they seemed to be happy. Paul RiceOn May 6, 2024, at 2:10 PM, DJCP wrote:I had something hanging in my window in front of the hummingbird feeder that scared off the birds. It was an owl shaped thing made if shiny matetial bc I had birds flying into my window. Anything like that?Diana On Mon, May 6, 2024, 12:55 PM Rob Haslinger wrote:So a week ago I hung up a hummingbird feeder. I’ve seen three of the little guys come and check it out and then fly away without drinking. So I must be doing something wrong. I did 1 part sugar to 4 parts water. I’ve also been changing it out so I don’t think the nectar has gone bad.Anyone have any tips or tricks?Thanks!!Rob HaslingerSouth Great Road
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Knitting supplies?

2024-01-07 Thread Anne Warner

Jude - funny you should reach out to LincolnTalk about knitting, as I was going 
to do the same this morning! I am also an advanced beginner who is just 
finishing her first sweater and seeks input/guidance and conversation, and am 
hoping to find - or start? - a knitting group. There used to be a wonderful 
store in Belmont called Knittin’ Kitten where women gathered to knit, but she 
closed during COVID. West Newton also used to have a similar shop, but they too 
have closed. The only place I’ve found to get answers to my questions is the 
store in Dedham, but I have been underwhelmed by their inventory of yarns, and 
as far as I know there is no group that meets there. 

As for supplies- it seems that going on line is the least expensive approach 
(yarn.com and others). Michaels and Hobby Lobby and JoAnns Fabric all have 
knitting supplies, but their supply chains suffer like so many businesses, and 
they rarely have everything you need (looking for a size 7 needle? Oh, they 
only have 6 and 8 today….etc) 

If you really want to invest in getting a full set of supplies and are up for a 
bit of a trip, by far and away the best place to go is WEBS  in Northampton, 
which calls itself “America’s Yarn Store”.  This place is ginormous and has 
everything you can think of in the way of yarn and supplies. It takes a little 
over an hour to get there but it is well worth the trip. While we don’t know 
each other, I’d be delighted to go out there with someone else and explore! 

My two cents. I’m sure there are others on LincolnTalk who have better advice…..

Anne
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> On Jan 5, 2024, at 11:20 PM, judyta frodyma  wrote:
> 
> 
> Howdy & Happy New Year!
> 
> I have recently rediscovered knitting and am finishing my first jumper. 
> Before I dive into purchasing a whole bunch of knitting supplies for my new 
> hobby, I was wondering if anyone has any they're no longer using or would 
> like to get rid of? 
> 
> Thanks!
> Jude
> 
> PS. Also is there someone who would be willing to offer some help and advice 
> with reading patterns in exchange for wonderful conversation? I'm very much 
> self taught and sometimes could use a hand!
> 
> 
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[LincolnTalk] Trouble putting up your Christmas tree

2023-12-23 Thread Anne Warner

For years we’ve had that kind of Christmas tree stand where you screw four big 
screws into the trunk. It’s always been difficult, and the tree has always 
leaned one way or another. Frustrating and not fun. This morning I went to my 
favorite place to buy trees this time of year - Seasons Four in Lexington- 
cheaper than anywhere else and good quality - and asked for some advice. I 
ended up buying a thingum called a “Tree Genie”. It was a bit expensive - about 
$100 bucks - but it works like a charm, and we had the tree up and straight in 
about three minutes. It has four clamps with a thick wire through them, and you 
pull the wire right by pumping a lever with your foot. And the thing is 
obviously very well built and worth every t. Thought I’d share with he tip! And 
- you’ll see our old base at the swap shed tomorrow! Anne Warner
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Lost woman with Alzheimers near Farrar Pond Village

2023-12-14 Thread Anne Warner

Where were they walking? It is about to get dark. 
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> On Dec 14, 2023, at 3:03 PM, Leslie Turek  wrote:
> 
> 
> A gentleman just knocked on my door. He and his wife were on a walk and they 
> got separated about two hours ago. He was trying to track her with an Apple 
> watch location and it led him to my door, but sadly his wife was not here. If 
> you see her, please contact him.
> 
> Her name is Jody, she has white hair and is wearing a red jacket.
> His name is Gray Holmes, 508-922-8973.
> 
> The police have been contacted.
> 
> Leslie
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Changes to Town Meeting - take the next step.

2023-12-13 Thread Anne Warner

OR….Ask our Selectmen to have Town Counsel lay out the process for making the change. Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Dec 13, 2023, at 6:17 AM, Sara Mattes  wrote:Again, those who want change need to organize, study, propose.Registering ideas & “fixes”  on LT are not productive, in and of themselves.They are interesting, but by themselves, will not lead to change.Pull together all that has been thrown out there, have a preliminary meeting-just advertise it on LT- and get a room at Town Office, or Pierce House or the library.Take it from there.Come up with a citizens petition that offers something based on law and good practice.Lincoln is a volunteer community-step up and be grass-roots group for “improved” town decision -making .It would be a great contribution to make as we are about to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the battle in April, 1775-be revolutionary and find a better way to run Town Meeting… if there is one.But, don’t be surprised if some of the radical change proposed is neither legal nor viable.We will never know until you take the next step.
--Sara Mattes


On Dec 12, 2023, at 9:47 PM, David G  wrote:I am in agreement with the writers calling for changes in the Town Meeting.  I stayed for the entire 7 hours of the last meeting but left completely upset with the abuse of my time and that of others.  ·   The last meeting was not representative—500 people deciding key issues on the future of the town out of almost 5000 voters- ·   More people might come if meetings
were run well and efficiently—3 hours maximum·   Voting software or using electronic keypads would have cut the
meeting  time significantlyHowever, the issues are more than just adding electronics. The meeting process needs to change. ·    Efficient facilitation could have cut
the meeting to 3 hours.    Managing time efficiently involves allowing 15 minutes to provide the overview of a topic or position, not
letting all endorsers of a particular point of view speak or allowing speakers like the management team from the
Commons to cavalierly run over their time and make it a joke that they did this.  ·    Perhaps we can have a rule like checking in with the audience after 15 speakers that comment at 2
minutes each, (including speakers for each position) then ask if someone wants to call the question ·    Use something simple like a buzzer or a bell to cut off
speakers at their allotted time limit If people believe the meeting will be
efficiently run, more will show up or stay.  If speakers believe that the meeting rules are enforced, they will stay within those time limits.  I have been at other meetings where people from Town committees seem to feel they can talk as long as they like.  While I respect their dedication and hard work, presentations can be shorter and stay within limits that keep the overall meeting time reasonable.Having said all this, I think there should be more votes on key issues and that Town meeting which is a wonderful tradition should be a means to educate people and perhaps to narrow ballot choices.  I  believe that the founders of Lincoln meant for things to evolve in order to protect true and widespread participation.  We don't need to keep a tradition that prevents many from being able to have a voice in their future.David Giber On Tue, Dec 12, 2023 at 8:59 PM Laura Crosby <lauracros...@comcast.net> wrote:I’m 100% in agreement in purchasing electronic voting devices. Valerie Fox is also in agreement. We lost close to two hours at the recent Special Town  Meeting waiting for votes to be counted. Many left after first vote due to timing issues. Sent from my iPhoneOn Dec 12, 2023, at 6:47 PM, Scott Clary <scottclar...@gmail.com> wrote:Peter and Andy,Thank you for detailing a plan for revampment of our voting system that makes so much sense. It really is a no-brainer. And the percentages broken down by age that Peter provided are quite telling. Kind Regards,Scott Clary617-968-5769Sent from a mobile device - please excuse typos and errors    On Tue, Dec 12, 2023, 6:17 PM Peter Buchthal <pbucht...@gmail.com> wrote:A town meeting is an all day plus affair which disenfranchises many younger voters with families and other voters who are unable to attend all day meetings.At our last special town meeting in early December we had 878 voters check-in with the following distribution of voters by age.  18-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970-7980+2%5%14%16%23%24%16%With only 640ish cast ballots for preference votes for the Community Center and HCA rezoning, we lost 16/% of our checked-in voters as many didn't stay to participate in both important votes.  Please note that only 21% of the vote is 49 or under.  With a poor representation of our younger residents, We need to revamp our Town Meetings to better engage our 4876 registered voters.  Certain votes require 2/3 of a town meeting and with such poor voter turnout, the power of a few well organized g

Re: [LincolnTalk] Wow 800 Lincoln folk vote at STM

2023-12-12 Thread Anne Warner

I’ve said this before and I will say it again: if there is an issue that anyone believes should go to a town-wide ballot and for whatever reason it is before town meeting, all that needs to happen is this: someone should get up to the microphone at Town Meeting and say “I move that the Town Meeting decide that this issue shall not be decided by the Town Meeting, but rather submitted to a town wide ballot.” Someone should then immediately second the motion. By Robert’s Rules of Order, the next speakers at the meeting may ONLY address the motion (whether there should be a town wide ballot) until a vote on that motion is held. If the discussion gets too long, or if anyone wants to cut it short for whatever reason, the next speaker should say “I call the question”. At that point a vote MUST be had on the underlying motion re the town wide ballot. While the non-representative town meeting may be outmoded for today’s busy world, if you know how it works and you are able to coordinate, you can make things happen efficiently. I learned these things while a Selectman of the Town of Belmont, and they work. Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Dec 11, 2023, at 8:33 PM, Sara Mattes  wrote:Most towns do NOT do this.Laws which govern Open Town Meeting towns  are the determining factors.Perhaps all who want to come up with some new concepts should get together, like LRHA, and research and propose to the town.That would be really instructive and constructive.March will have a ballot, in addition to the TM vote -to approve the $$ for the Community Center.One could skip TM and simply vote at the ballot box the following Monday.Again, I urge all who are interested in this issue to form a study group and see what options are available.
--Sara Mattes


On Dec 11, 2023, at 8:09 PM, Garrick Niemiec  wrote:I couldn't disagree more...we need to make voting accessable...time for change Sara.. time for change now. Let us vote electronically...all of us remotely.  C'mon most towns do it now.  New comers including  my family all recognize this!The system is sooo antiquated.Join us now before the march town meeting fails us again!  Again and again and again!As a good friend said at STM we are not spending our money wisely!  You know that...a school project for 30M turns into 100 M. Driven by current Lincoln politics including selects.  Yikes!Now RLF is bankrupt? What's going on here.  We're in a tailspin.  Any ideas?On Mon, Dec 11, 2023, 6:53 PM Sara Mattes <samat...@gmail.com> wrote:Garrick,Town Meeting is open to all who care enough to attend.It not a drive-by!When people make noise about wanting a secret ballot at a ballot box, there is no evidence that indicates a huge leap in participation!I don’t like the way thing unfolded or the (predictable) outcome, but it was not because voting was not available tall.
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On Dec 11, 2023, at 5:53 PM, Garrick Niemiec <garrickniemiec...@gmail.com> wrote:5000 are registered voters...this is NOT the Lincoln way!!!
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Re: [LincolnTalk] volunteering on Christmas Day

2023-12-05 Thread Anne Warner

We wanted to do something similar at Thanksgiving, and what we learned is that 
everyone wants to volunteer in the holiday itself, and when they really need 
people is on other days. We thought it was most important not to do what WE 
wanted/needed, but what the shelters needed! So, we read deeply into a variety 
of websites and learned that the Pine Street Inn seeks people who will cook and 
deliver to them batches of 75, individually wrapped desserts.  We spent 
Thanksgiving cooking brownies and cookies, and delivered them Friday morning. 
They have beds for 75 women each night, and 250-300 men, so if you can cook and 
bag 375 cookies or brownies, that covers everyone. Of course you can do less 
(we ended up doing 75 cookies and 75 brownies and put one of each in every 
ziplock sandwich bag. Much appreciated! 
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> On Dec 4, 2023, at 11:38 PM, Jennifer Goodman  wrote:
> 
> It’s not Christmas, but I work at First Parish in Cambridge, and we offer 
> dinner every Tuesday, if she wants to volunteer there. It’s much needed for 
> folks in Harvard Square to get a good meal. You can reach out to me if you 
> want more info.
> Jennifer
> 
>> On Dec 4, 2023, at 7:32 PM, Diana Smith  wrote:
>> 
>> My 12 year old granddaughter wants our family to volunteer to serve a meal 
>> to refugees or homeless people on Christmas.  I think it is a great idea.  
>> Does anyone know of a place nearby that would welcome our participation?
>> Diana Smith
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[LincolnTalk] What was outcome of vote?

2023-12-02 Thread Anne Warner

For those of us who could not attend, what was outcome of vote? 
Anne Warner
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Re: [LincolnTalk] question

2023-12-01 Thread Anne Warner

The fundamental representational issue here is whether the questions being considered should be decided at town meeting or via some kind of written ballot that everyone can participate in. Despite many people’s belief in the town meeting system (including mine), this particular set of options concern all of us, and not all of us can attend town meeting (including me). I would recommend that someone propose at the town meeting itself that the decision should be made not by the meeting itself, but via town wide ballot. My hope is that such a measure would pass, and put all of our minds at ease. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Dec 1, 2023, at 3:45 PM, Iwona Pawlikowska via Lincoln wrote:I totally agree. Not everyone can be for the Saturday meeting from 9:00am-3:00pm. On Dec 1, 2023, at 1:47 PM, Kathleen Lomatoski wrote:A resident reached out to town leaders several weeks ago about Town Meeting and ADA compliance. I am not sure the final outcome. I believe the town leaders were consulting with the legal team. Kathleen Lomatoski klomato...@gmail.comOn Dec 1, 2023, at 1:27 PM, Margo Fisher-Martin wrote:Exactly!On Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 1:16 PM Sasha Golden wrote:There's an ADA issue...On Fri, Dec 1, 2023, 12:44 PM Adam M Hogue wrote:Unfortunately they can’t vote. Our voting laws in this town do not allow for all voices to be heard and do not allow equal access to voting. Adam M HogueCell: (978) 828-6184On Dec 1, 2023, at 12:27 PM, Terri via Lincoln wrote:Hello Friends,Does anyone know how residents such as the elderly or disabled are able to vote tomorrow? I am pretty sure we can all agreetheir voices are most important. I see the question was asked several times here on LT.but no answer. I do not see it on Town Web site (?) Thank you,Terri K-- 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.--
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Re: [LincolnTalk] question

2023-12-01 Thread Anne Warner

Completely agree with Virginia on this!!

On Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 1:26 PM Virginia Goodwin 
wrote:

> Literally the point is, NOT every registered voter has an "opportunity" to
> vote, when that "opportunity" is contingent upon physically being at a
> certain location on one single specific day for an unspecified (but
> extremely long) amount of time. Besides being highly discriminatory against
> people who are just busy or have other calls on their time, this is also a
> disability rights issue, for people like the original writer's mother, who
> cannot physically gut it out in the auditorium for hours and hours.
>
> As Adam says, an extended period of paper ballots, gods forbid possibly
> including mail-in ballots, so people can vote from the comfort of their own
> homes when they have time, gives many more people a *real* opportunity to
> participate in the vote than our current system.
>
> We have way better technology now than they did in the past. We have paved
> roads, gas-powered vehicles, reliable mail service, cheap printing, and the
> joys of the internet. We should embrace those technologies to expand real
> access to town voting to as many registered voters as possible.
>
> Virginia Goodwin
>
> On Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 12:54 PM Adam M Hogue 
> wrote:
>
>> Well Sara, you can also have direct democracy on the ballot with early
>> voting and absentee voting.  Just saying.
>>
>> *Adam M Hogue*
>> *Cell: **(978) 828-6184 <(978)%20828-6184>*
>>
>> On Dec 1, 2023, at 12:50 PM, Sara Mattes  wrote:
>>
>> This is the law in most towns in New England.
>> Every registered voter has an opportunity to vote on all issues, but you
>> must be present and counted.
>> The alternative is to turn that opportunity to elected officials to make
>> all decisions.
>> If that a more open, democratic way.
>> I chose the former where I have a chance to participate in direct
>> democracy rather than handing my vote to a second party.
>> Sara
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Dec 1, 2023, at 12:43 PM, Adam M Hogue  wrote:
>>
>> Unfortunately they can’t vote.  Our voting laws in this town do not
>> allow for all voices to be heard and do not allow equal access to voting.
>>
>> *Adam M Hogue*
>> *Cell: **(978) 828-6184 <(978)%20828-6184>*
>>
>> On Dec 1, 2023, at 12:27 PM, Terri via Lincoln 
>> wrote:
>>
>> 
>> Hello Friends,
>>
>> Does anyone know how residents such as the  elderly or disabled are able
>> to vote tomorrow?
>> I am pretty sure we can all agreetheir voices are most important.
>>
>> I see the question was asked several times here on LT.but no answer.
>> I do not see it on  Town Web site (?)
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Terri K
>>
>>
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Re: [LincolnTalk] bus service from hanscom

2023-11-28 Thread Anne Warner

I have experience with the 76 bus -- and not good experience!  The website
says there is a busstop at the intersection of Rt 2A and the entrance road
to Hanscom field.  However, there is no sign there. I went to that place
when I needed to get into town and tried to wave down a bus, but the driver
shook his head and refused to stop.  What gives, does anyone know?

On Tue, Nov 28, 2023 at 6:12 AM Carl Angiolillo 
wrote:

> I am sorry you had such an uncomfortable experience, that sounds awful.
>
> Does anyone else have actual experience with the 76 bus? Several people in
> other threads have recommended it but it's not clear how many of them have
> actually taken it. As someone who commuted by transit for many years
> I found recommendations from fellow straphangers more useful.
>
> Another good reality check is ridership numbers. According to 2018
> ridership data*, on an average weekday ~11 people got on and ~11 people got
> off at Old Bedford Rd, ~6 people got on and ~6 people got off at the Civil
> Air Terminal, and ~288 people got on and ~259 people got off at Lincoln
> Station.
>
> So while there were people who relied on both in 2018, the train appeared
> to be ~16 times more popular despite being more expensive and similar in
> scheduled travel time.
>
> Carl
> Codman Rd
>
> * I pulled data from Spring 2018 for Lincoln Station at
> https://mbta-massdot.opendata.arcgis.com/datasets/MassDOT::mbta-commuter-rail-ridership-by-trip-season-route-line-and-stop/explore
> and data for Fall 2018 for Old Bedford Rd and Civil Air Terminal
> https://mbta-massdot.opendata.arcgis.com/datasets/MassDOT::mbta-bus-ridership-by-trip-season-route-line-and-stop/explore
>
>
> Unfortunately they did not have data from the same season and it's
> certainly possible that some of the difference is due to seasonal
> differences but I would not expect it to be this substantial. It's also
> possible that there is an error in my calculations or I am misinterpreting
> the source data so I'd encourage anyone who is interested to double-check
> my work.
>
>
> On Mon, Nov 27, 2023 at 6:27 PM Stephanie Smoot 
> wrote:
>
>> I used the bus service to Alewife to get into Boston for about three
>> months.  I would not recommend using the bus to commute to Boston
>> especially if you live in south Lincoln.  While it is about a third cheaper
>> than the commuter rail monthly pass, it is very slow, uncomfortable, and
>> can be dangerous.  I would budget two hours in morning and three hours in
>> evening to get back and forth.
>>
>> if you are using it as a commuter, the bus is frequently off schedule so
>> add time.  In the morning there were always seats and ran close to schedule
>> but the bus filled up as it slowly worked its way thru Lexington.  Time to
>> get to Alewife is about one hour plus any waiting time.   Then you would
>> take the red line into boston which has had had many delays so add generous
>> time to get into Boston.
>>
>> The evening route was truly horrible-one of the worst of any public
>> transportation system I have experienced.  First, you have to get to
>> Alewife from Boston and there are many delays so add  a lot of  time.  If
>> you miss one of the infrequent evening busses and by then crowds of people
>> were waiting  to cram onto bus and you have to stand outside to keep your
>> place for at least an hour.  Regularly, the driver did not know the routes
>> and riders were coaching along the way.   Once when I as really desperate,
>> I took Bedford bus and got off at I-95 overpass and walked to  parking
>> space in Lincoln. But it is very dark,heavy traffic and there are few
>> sidewalks on 2A and it took a lot of time.
>>
>>
>> Regards,
>> *Stephanie Smoot*
>>
>> 857 368-9175  work
>> 781 941-6842  personal cell
>> *617 595-5217 *work cell
>>
>>
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Re: [LincolnTalk] A reality check or those interested in the bus vs the train...

2023-11-27 Thread Anne Warner

Right - the site says that, but the bus does not stop there and there is also no sign that says it is a bus stop. I have stood there before in the hopes that I could flag down a bus, but the one I saw went right by, and the driver shook his head when I caught his eye and motioned that I wanted to get on. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 26, 2023, at 10:09 AM, Sara Mattes wrote:If you check out the site, you will find a stop both at the Civil Air Terminal, and at the intersection of Old Bedford Rd. And Hanscom Dr.Both Lincoln stops on this bus route are Handicapped Accessible, the train stops are not.
--Sara Mattes

On Nov 25, 2023, at 9:14 AM, Leslie Turek wrote:According to Google Maps, Hanscom Field Terminal is a 1.7 mile walk from Lincoln Laboratory. Does anyone know if there is any parking closer to the actual bus stop?Leslie TurekOn Tue, Oct 24, 2023 at 5:58 PM Sara Mattes wrote:I believe there is free parking at the Hanscom Airfield lot.76 | Bus | MBTAmbta.comFitchburg Line | Commuter Rail | MBTAmbta.comLooks to me that both offer viable commuter options, one a a fraction of the cost of the other.
--Sara Mattes

Re: [LincolnTalk] Thankful to live in Lincoln

2023-11-23 Thread Anne Warner

Let’s just be grateful, all together, for the life we lead now in Lincoln. We pay attention to war; and we forget to appreciate peace. Part of peaceful coexistence is the ability and social structure that enables us to discuss our differences respectfully. I delete a lot of LincolnTalk emails (right now I’ve completely stopped reading the HCA ones…) but I still celebrate the fact that people have this vehicle as a mode of community discussion. We live in a consummately beautiful place where we feel safe. How great that is in today’s world. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 23, 2023, at 11:09 AM, Donald Fonseca  wrote:





You might be happily retired. Speak for yourself. 200 plus emails a week packed in with desirable emails becomes a full-time job. One suitable for a retired person sipping a cup of Joe in the morning. 


It always amuses me when people cannot see beyond themselves. On this Thanksgiving Day, not because you don’t have a problem, that does not mean that someone else does not. 



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From: Scott Clary 
Sent: Thursday, November 23, 2023 10:48:24 AM
To: Donald Fonseca 
Cc: John Mendelson ; LincolnTalk 
Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Thankful to live in Lincoln
 


Happy Thanksgiving Lincoln!


We all have the the ability to not open an email and hit the delete button. 

Kind Regards,

Scott Clary
617-968-5769

Sent from a mobile device - please excuse typos and errors    




On Wed, Nov 22, 2023, 10:56 PM Donald Fonseca  wrote:





I second that. Between the bias war talk, HCA, and the CC, I am overwhelmed. This is made worst by certain individuals who thing they should send multiple emails, often in bold, on a daily basis. 


I have opted to unsubscribe and I have confirmation of the same yet they keep coming. Help admin!


Donald





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Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2023 8:48:56 PM
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Subject: [LincolnTalk] Thankful to live in Lincoln
 


We are all lucky to live here.  Now, how about a nice 4-day break from HCA chatter on Lincoln Talk?


My in-box and peace of mind could use it.


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Re: [LincolnTalk] How to discourage a woodpecker?

2023-11-21 Thread Anne Warner

We have put L brackets up in the side of our house and hung blank (shiny!) CDs 
from them using wire so that they swing in the wind. Works like a charm. 

- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! 

> On Nov 21, 2023, at 10:24 AM, Sara Levine  wrote:
> 
> Hi neighbors- 
> 
> I’m curious about your thoughts and wisdom on discouraging a woodpecker who 
> is gleefully drilling holes in the side of our house.  
> 
> We have no obvious signs of ants or termites and the friendly pest control 
> guy says we need to wait til Spring to even check or treat anyway?!  
> 
> Has anything worked for you to redirect the woodpeckers? 
> 
> Thanks! 
> Sara 
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Kitty kat - anybody missing one?

2023-11-14 Thread Anne Warner

Has the owner of the cat been found yet? - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 14, 2023, at 5:58 PM, Bayhas Kana  wrote:I was told kitty is a roamer named Cooper, and he often stops by to say hi on his way home (from work?)Sorry for jumping the gun :) On Tue, Nov 14, 2023 at 10:09 AM Carol Bickford  wrote:Did kitty get back home?

> On Nov 13, 2023, at 3:49 PM, Bayhas Kana  wrote:
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Antisemitism

2023-11-12 Thread Anne Warner

I think it is fair to say that there are people at the extreme on not both, but all sides of the conflict in the Middle East who do want to commit genocide against another group. And, there are good and kind people on all sides who want to find a way to peace for all. Between these views there is a huge and variegated range of other views, all of which have validity in the eyes of those who hold them. Recent, not so recent, and even ancient history in that region is full of conflict and “justifications” for the extremists, and there is also reason for deep fear among both peace-loving Jews and well as peace-loving Palestinians. We must take the time to listen deeply and understand all sides before we judge or take a position. For those who have yet to understand the view of moderate Palestinians who themselves condemn Hamas, I recommend the website jerusalemstory.com which provides a highly factual explanation and recitation of recent history from the Palestinian vantage point. Because of the atrocities of WWII, we are all at least familiar at a rudimentary level with events that illustrate the horrors that have been visited in Jews, although we can and should always be learning more. And, because of this history, we must continue to stand strong with Israel. However, Israel - of all the countries in the world - has an obligation not to treat others as it has been treated, and we must continue to counsel that approach. Suffice it to say this is a very, very, VERY complicated situation. There are so many viewpoints that it is impossible to fully understand all of them. My heart goes out every day to everyone who is directly suffering as a result of the ongoing conflict. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 11, 2023, at 12:27 PM, Forest Brown wrote:Thank you to the many people who privately thanked me for my courage to speak the truth. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the support and not surprised it was all done privately, and that only naysayers responded publicly. This demonstrates a symptom of the very issues at hand that began this conversation in the first place. Even in a town like Lincoln, Jews and Jewish supporters still feel very afraid to be exposed and speak out against antisemitism and false accusations.On Nov 9, 2023, at 2:11 PM, Forest Brown wrote:Firstly, I have compassion for your personal experience and am sorry that you’re hurting.That being said, you are spreading dangerous propaganda and I’m asking you to please stop.You have used the word “genocide” incorrectly. Genocide is by definition intentional ethnic cleansing: the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group."a campaign of genocide" Hamas is trying to inflict ethnic cleansing. Israel is defending itself with the intention to spare as many casualties as possible while successfully completing the mission to wipe out terrorists. It is Israel’s responsibility to protect their citizens from genocide. No level-headed person desires war or death of any innocent people. We in the west have been sheltered from was war looks like. There was a ceasefire on October 6. Hamas who was elected by the Palestinians inflicted TERRORISM. If Hamas is not eliminated there will be MORE civilian deaths in total on both sides. If you expand the reach of your news sources you’ll see Hamas is responsible for many of those Palestinians deaths.I encourage you to educate yourself about the history of Israel and this conflict, and not use incorrect verbiage that can cause communities their lives. This lie that Israel is committing genocide is causing the rise of antisemitism globally right now.Spreading misinformation is an irresponsible.For those who wish to explore this topic, I’ll include a link to a 2 minute reel/video that is simple and easy to follow, as well as a post that includes references and is fact-checked to explain how misinformation is spreading through the media, and by Hamas.Propoganda break down - Google Drivedrive.google.comOn Nov 9, 2023, at 9:12 AM, Forest Brown wrote:This is dangerous propaganda.You have used genocide incorrectly and that is dangerous. Genocide is by definition ethnic cleansing. Hamas is enforcing ethnic cleansing. It is Israel’s responsibility to its civilians to protect them from genocide. No level headed person desires war or death of any innocent people. We in the west have been sheltered from was war looks like. You’re right. This isn’t a normal war. There was a ceasefire on October 6. Hamas who was elected by the Palestinians inflicted TERRORISM. If Hamas is not eliminated there will be MORE civilian deaths in total on both sides. If you round out your news sources you’ll see Hamas is responsible for many of those Palestinians deaths.I encourage you to educate yourself about the history of Israel and this conflict, and not use incorrect verbiage that can cause communities their lives.Spread

Re: [LincolnTalk] Antisemitism

2023-11-09 Thread Anne Warner

I agree both with the formal definition of Semite as including Arabs, as well as others, but it is unquestionable that the colloquial understanding of the word is anti-Jews. May I suggest before we go down a rabbit hole here that we simply consider a statement that Lincoln stands against discrimination and hate crimes to any and all groups of people? - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 8, 2023, at 6:41 PM, Rich Rosenbaum  wrote:While what you say is true, I believe most people equate antisemitism with discrimination against Jews. Also from the Wikipedia:Antisemitism (also spelled anti-semitism or anti-Semitism) is hostility to, prejudice towards, or discrimination against Jews.On Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 5:54 PM John and Margit Griffith  wrote:As the discussion progresses toward a statement against antisemitism, I think it's important people understand about whom we're talking.  I thought I saw one post which said we should be in support of Palestinians as well... which we would be affirming with a statement of support for semitic people - who include (from Wikipedia):Semitic Speaking People (historical and present-day)Central Semitic[edit]Amorites – 20th century BCArabsAlawitesAncient North Arabian-speaking bedouinsItureansNabataeansArameans – 16th to 8th centuries BC[54]Akhlames (Ahlamu) 14th century BC.[55]MhallamiCanaanite-speaking nations of the early Iron Age:Ammonite speakers of AmmonEdomiteHebrews/Israelites – founded the nation of Israel which later split into the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah.JewsSamaritansMoabitesPhoenicia – founded Mediterranean colonies including Tyre, Sidon and ancient Carthage/Punics. The remnants of these people became the modern inhabitants of Lebanon.Chaldea  – appeared in southern Mesopotamia c. 1000 BC and eventually disappeared into the general Babylonian population.DruzeMalteseNasrani/NazarenesAntiochian Greek ChristiansMandaeansMaronitesThamud – 2nd to 5th centuries ADUgarit, 14th to 12th centuries BCEast Semitic[edit]Akkadian Empire – ancient Semitic speakers moved into Mesopotamia in the fourth millennium BC and settled among the local peoples of Sumer.[56][57]Assyrian Empire. The remnant of them became the Assyrian people.Babylonian EmpireEbla – 23rd century BCSouth Semitic[edit]Abyssinian-speaking peoplesAxum – 4th century BC to 7th century ADAmhara peopleArgobba peopleDahalik peopleGurage peopleHarari peopleJudaised Abyssinians like Beta Israel, Beta Abraham and Falash Muras.Jeberti peopleSilt'e peopleTigrigna PeopleTigray peopleTigre peopleWolane peopleZay peopleOld and Modern South Arabian-speaking peoplesBathari peopleFaifi peopleAncient Hadramitic-speakers. Eventually evolved into the modern day Hadhrami people.Himyarites from 110 BCE until 578 CEYemenite JewsHarsusi peopleHobyot peopleMehri peopleMinaeans 10th century BCE to 2nd centuries BCQatabaniansShehri peopleRazihi peopleSabaeans of Yemen – 9th to 1st centuries BCSoqotri peopleMargit
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Antisemitism

2023-11-09 Thread Anne Warner

Terrific email, Nash. Thank you. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Nov 8, 2023, at 9:46 PM, Nash Shaikh  wrote:Hi all, I am a Muslim-American individual who has lived in Lincoln for my whole life, and while it is true that my family and I are against anti-semitism, we are still completely in support of the Palestinian people. Below is some quoted text from a social media post by @sbeih.jpg"Stop centering the Gaza genocide around zionist propaganda language & racist western narrative. Stop spending more time condemning anti-semitism than discussing Palestinian massacres. We've stated our stance against Jewish hate--that conversation is done. Stop contributing to western villainization of Palestinian resistance and so easily dropping the extremism/terrorism verbiage. Palestinians are fighting for freedom while the colonizer is fighting for domination. " What is happening right now is a genocide of the Palestinan civillians--women and children included. The civilian death toll is 10,000+ with over 5,000 being children. It's been difficult to speak about this when all I feel is shock, fear, and helplessness. "This is not a 'war'. A war implies equal footing, symmetrical power, armies instead of unarmed civilians as targets. This is a genocide. Using the wrong language only enables what is unfolding." (Khaled Beydoun). It is excruciatingly unfair, and it's a tragedy that we as a species can never truly come back from. Right now all that we can do is help those who haven't already lost their lives by calling for an immediate ceasefire.By no means am I trying to attack anyone with this statement. That said, I am disappointed and hurt by the priorities of our community right now. Our priority should be calling for a ceasefire, giving support to the palestinian people who are and have been suffering for the past 75 years, and ending this bloodshed-- Not simply declaring that we are against anti-semitism.Nashaat Shaikhhttps://www.dci-palestine.org/4237_palestinian_children_killed_as_gaza_becomes_graveyard_for_childrenOn Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 5:45 PM Garrick Niemiec <garrickniemiec...@gmail.com> wrote:I have contacted the town administrator and will prepare a citizens petition to be voted on at town meeting 2024On Tue, Nov 7, 2023, 8:08 PM Anne Warner <warneran...@gmail.com> wrote:If we do so declare (and I would support it, we must also declare that we support Palestinian civilians and oppose anti-Islamic, anti-Arab, and anti Muslim acts. 

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> On Nov 7, 2023, at 5:52 PM, Garrick Niemiec <garrickniemiec...@gmail.com> wrote:
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> Why doesn't Lincoln officially declare we are against antisemitism?
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Antisemitism

2023-11-07 Thread Anne Warner

If we do so declare (and I would support it, we must also declare that we 
support Palestinian civilians and oppose anti-Islamic, anti-Arab, and anti 
Muslim acts. 

- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! 

> On Nov 7, 2023, at 5:52 PM, Garrick Niemiec  
> wrote:
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> Why doesn't Lincoln officially declare we are against antisemitism?
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Re: [LincolnTalk] FS - MET OPERA tickets

2023-11-02 Thread Anne Warner

I will take them! Anne Warner

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> On Nov 1, 2023, at 10:33 AM, c...@comcast.net wrote:
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> 
> For Sale - Two tickets to the Metropolitan Opera on HD
> at the Framingham AMC movie theatre - Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 12:55pm.
> Mozart's The Magic Flute 
> Great Seats F11 and F12
> Asking $30.00 for both tickets.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Fwd: Potential grave inconsistency in the model submitted for State approval

2023-10-28 Thread Anne Warner

These are very serious inaccuracies.  Can we please make sure we get full
answers before any actions are taken?

On Fri, Oct 27, 2023 at 3:57 PM David Cuetos  wrote:

> I believe the content of this request sent to members of the HCAWG to be
> in the general public interest.
>
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> From: David Cuetos 
> Date: Fri, Oct 27, 2023 at 10:06 AM
> Subject: Re: Potential grave inconsistency in the model submitted for
> State approval
> To: Glass, Jennifer (external) , Margaret Olson <
> s...@margaretolson.com>, Hutchinson, Jim , Craig
> Nicholson 
> ‪Cc: Higgins, Timothy S. , Vaughn, Paula <
> vaug...@lincolntown.org>
>
>
> Dear Selects and Planning Board Members,
>
> I am directing this email to you directly, not just as copied
> destinataries, as I have not received a satisfactory response to my
> previous communications from the Director of Planning. The issues at hand
> will have a deep impact in the future of our town and as such should be
> worthy of your full attention.
>
> I have rechecked the "Corrected" model that has been uploaded to the HCA
> website. Other than removing the parcels in Lincoln Rd I identified, the
> updated model the town has submitted to the State continues to be riddled
> with the same mistakes and inconsistencies I have already identified:
>
>1. Parcels 161 25 0, 161 27 0 and 161 28 0 continue to be part of our
>submitted proposal in the Village Center District. None of them were
>presented to the public or voted by the Boards to be included in Option C
>to be submitted to the State. *Why are these parcels part of our
>submitted proposal?*
>2. The inconsistency I identified in the Lincoln Woods parcel has not
>been addressed. The developable area in Lincoln Woods is only 6.2 acres
>(271,903 sqft), which is different from the denominator used for gross
>density calculations, which is 7.6 acres. They should be one and the same
>as we are only excluding wetlands in that parcel. *This is an
>important issue because we could be undercounting the number of units in
>our model by 28*. Those 28 units could offset all of the units we have
>modeled in tens of acres of land across the Codman Rd and Lincoln Rd
>districts.
>3. I fear that our excluded land numbers could be wrong. Column L in
>each one of the District tabs should be the sum of columns J and K.
>Instead, those three numbers seem arbitrary in our submitted model. In
>Lincoln Woods, to give you an example, the "Non-Public excluded Land'' is
>686,802 sqft, while the "Total excluded land" is only 605,342 sq ft. *How
>can "non-public excluded land" (which is a subset of the total) be higher
>than the "total excluded land"? *I have found similar inconsistencies
>in the Lincoln Rd district (see below).* If our excluded land numbers
>are wrong, our modeled unit numbers are wrong as well.*
>4. Ms. Olson has offered the argument that the reason for including
>the DPW in the Codman Rd District was "to make all the (many, complicated)
>numbers and rules work". I cannot think of any reason why DPW would be
>included other than contiguity. If that were the case, how could the
>Village Center represent a single District when it is split in two by the
>parcel of land owned by the Commonwealth? ( Parcel 161 29 0). *Why is
>the DPW part of Option C? Is there a plan to develop the DPW?*
>5. Besides the DPW our proposal includes parcels amounting to tens of
>acres of land which do not contribute a single unit towards compliance. The
>list includes 136, 140 and 150 Lincoln Rd, 0 Ridge (Town of Lincoln), 94,
>98 and 108 Codman Rd, 30 Lewis St and several town parcels along the
>railroad track. *Why are those parcels being included in our proposal?*
>6. *Why are we zoning Lincoln Woods at 20 units per acre?* The model
>only allows us to get credit for 159 units. An 8 unit per acre cap would
>provide us with the same number of units towards compliance and would
>reduce the incentive for TCB to evict its tenants and redevelop the parcel
>to a much more formidable scale. With the 20 units per acre cap, up to 403
>units could be built.
>7. *When are the models for options D1-3 going to be uploaded to the
>website? *Judging from what was presented last Tuesday, they suffer
>from most of the same deficiencies I have identified in Option C.
>
> I look forward to your response. I reiterate my offer to assist the WG in
> the task of reviewing any model before it is sent to the State.
>
> Best regards,
>
> David Cuetos
> Weston Rd
>
>
> Lincoln Woods excluded land
> [image: image.png]
>
> Lincoln Rd excluded land
>
> [image: image.png]
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Osage orange fruit

2023-10-20 Thread Anne Warner

Thanks. Is it edible? ATW

> On Oct 20, 2023, at 10:10 AM, Deborah Howe via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
> 
> Hi, Anne —
> 
> What you found in DC is a fruit from the Osage Orange tree (Maclura 
> pomifera). Osage Orange, also known in the Midwest as Hedge or Hedge Apple, 
> is native to the south and Midwest US, and was often planted as hedges or as 
> windbreaks on the Great Plains.
> 
> If you still have the fruit, give it a squeeze or scratch the skin and take a 
> sniff; it has a pleasantly spicy smell.
> 
> Deb
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Model M 1927 Steinway for borrow or sale

2023-10-14 Thread Anne Warner

I, too, inherited a large Steinway years ago. I did not have a place for it, and ended up donating it to the Powers Music School in Belmont. My father (who was a harpsichord builder) used to say that pianos have souls, and it didn’t feel right to sell it since I had inherited it for nothing. The students at the school have enjoyed it for many years now. The school put a little plaque on it saying where it came from and I feel that I’m keeping my grandmother’s spirit alive — she was also a concert pianist. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Oct 14, 2023, at 9:14 AM, Jessica Cooper wrote:Dear friends in Lincoln,I am writing on the off chance someone may have ideas about what I can do with my grandmother's Model M Steinway baby grand. 1927 was one of just a few years that were considered the best years ever for Steinway production. It's been in our family since 1945 - and meticulously maintained by my grandmother, who was a concert pianist.Right now, it is languishing in CA, and I am willing to drive out and get it, but don't have anywhere to keep it. Our family will eventually move to Vermont, and we *might* be able to bring it there - but mostly - I really want to move the piano somewhere where it will be played. I know I am biased, but there is really no sound like this piano. It is very special. The wood is dinged in places, but it was re-keyed and re-stringed in the early 2000's.If anyone would be interested in housing it and using it on loan, buying it (best offer), or have any ideas about where it might be of use to someone - other musician friends, or students, will you please let me know?Old flyer attached for pics.:)Jess-- Jessica Cooper | Voice Teacher Pronouns: she/her/hers what's this?Board member, NATS Boston current project: Henry Purcell Society of Bostonpersonal website: Jessica Cooper: soprano617.840.3921; Cell
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[LincolnTalk] Dental help needed

2023-10-09 Thread Anne Warner

I am writing for a family friend who is in his late seventies and living
with Medicare as his sole income.  Due to a long term illness, he has had
serious dental problems, and due to the loss of two more teeth, he
currently urgently needs 1) to have two teeth extracted, and 2) to have
someone take impressions for and make both upper and lower partial dentures
to replace the ones he has which are failing.  We are learning that the
cost of getting this done is between 15 and 20,000USD which is far beyond
his means.  Without having this work done, however, he is unable to eat
anything except very soft or liquid foods.  He is otherwise healthy, and
this is not a viable situation!

How do people on Medicare (which provides no dental coverage) manage this?
He can't be the only senior with dental issues. Can anyone recommend a
lower cost option for getting these services?

Anne Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Gentle reminder to dog owners on trails

2023-10-09 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you for this. The other day I was walking in the Flint Pond conservation 
area when a loose dog about 50 feet from its owner ran up to me. I am 
frightened of dogs, stopped, and politely asked the owner (who was running 
himself) to please leash his dog. The guy was incredibly belligerent towards me 
and said “there are no leash laws in Lincoln, so deal with it” and ran off. 
There is a sign right at the trailhead to that piece of land, which I guess the 
guy just didn’t read. For those of you out there with dogs - please remember to 
at not all of us are comfortable with dogs, even if you know them to be 
friendly (if enthusiastic). 

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> On Oct 9, 2023, at 1:53 PM, Sara R via Lincoln  
> wrote:
> 
> Thanks for the reminder Jessica .
> 
> Perhaps all of us who use dog walkers can also kindly forward these rules to 
> them too as a reminder too.  I know we try to respect these rules but let’s 
> all make sure they do too- there is one dog walker who comes into Lincoln who 
> doesn’t and we and others have had to remind this person repeatedly about 
> this when she has 3-5 unleashed dogs with her.  And we have dogs and love 
> doggies it’s not about dog love!  
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Sara Brown 
> 
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>>> On Oct 9, 2023, at 1:18 PM, Jessica Cooper  wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> Friends,
>> 
>> About three weeks ago two giant poodles ran up to me on the trail behind/ 
>> around Codman Farm. They were big dogs, and ran several hundred yards from 
>> the owner to get to me, where they both stopped inches from me and checked 
>> me out. It was unnerving. The owner was shouting, but the dogs did not 
>> follow the owner's voice commands.
>> 
>> I am a dog owner myself, and this weekend a similar thing happened in 
>> another part of lincoln on conservation land, where an unleashed dog ran 
>> several yards from the owner to approach me. 
>> 
>> I looked up the town rules, and thought I might share them here. This is cut 
>> and pasted directly from the site. Thanks to all the responsible dog owners 
>> out there - there are many of you. And there are a few who maybe haven't had 
>> a good look at the rules and need a little nudge! 
>> 
>> Dog Walking Rules 
>> Dogs must be leashed or under effective voice control at all times. “Voice 
>> Control” is defined as the dog being always within the owner’s sight and 
>> hearing & trained to come immediately when called.
>> Dogs must be leashed (or held by the collar) when approaching other trail 
>> users unless the other user expressly gives permission to leave the dog off 
>> leash. Some people are not comfortable around dogs.
>> A maximum of 3 leashed dogs are allowed per person. Visitors with 2 or fewer 
>> dogs may unleash their dogs, except where leashes are expressly required.
>> Dog owners must always carry a leash for each dog (8-foot maximum).
>> Dogs are not permitted to chase, hunt, or harass people, wildlife, other 
>> dogs, horses, or livestock.
>> All dog waste must be picked up and removed from the property.
>> Dogs must be leashed:
>> In parking areas and within 100 feet of trailheads.
>> At Flints Pond Conservation Area in order to protect Lincoln’s water supply.
>> In agricultural fields which are used for food production, and in pastures 
>> while livestock are on those fields.
>> Along certain trails at Mt. Misery, and in ecologically sensitive areas and 
>> hayfields, as posted.
>> 
>> 
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Re: [LincolnTalk] INF. thinking ahead

2023-10-04 Thread Anne Warner

I really like Browns in Belmont. They are thoughtful in everything they do. 
Will be interested to hear what other recommendations you get. Anne

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> On Oct 3, 2023, at 6:20 PM, K Mierz via Lincoln  
> wrote:
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> 
> just wondering if anyone has a good 
> recommendation for a local funeral home
> for when the time comes...
> 
> thanks
> katherine mierzwa
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Has anyone successfully solved the woodpecker problem?

2023-10-03 Thread Anne Warner

I have solved it! I put up L brackets on the side of the house they were boring 
into and hung old CDs from them with wire. The CDs are shiny and move with the 
wind and they completely stymie the woodpeckers. 

Of course you have to be okay with CDs hanging from L brackets on the outside 
of your house. It’s, um, a conversation starter to say the least. 

Anne Warner

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> On Oct 2, 2023, at 7:00 PM, Stacey Parks  wrote:
> 
> Dear Lincoln Talkers,
> I am stymied! Woodpeckers are hammering holes in my beautiful home. There are 
> plenty of dead trees for their picking/pecking near my house, but they are 
> relentless in their abuse. Does anyone have a solution?
> 
> Thank you.
> 
> Stacey
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[LincolnTalk] Suzuki book 1 for cello?

2023-10-02 Thread Anne Warner

Does anyone have the Suzuki Book 1 for cello that I could borrow? Anne Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Thank you for attending the State of the Town

2023-10-01 Thread Anne Warner

Wish the big signs around town saying that the SOTT was today had explained 
what SOTT stood for. I assumed it was some newfangled test for highschoolers in 
place of the SAT!! Unfortunately an example of 
those-who-have-lived-here-for-a-long-time assuming that those-who-have-not know 
the local lingo? Not complaining here - I love living in Lincoln - and yes 
there were other communications about this event, but next year let’s make sure 
the most prominent signs say something other than SOTT!! 

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> On Sep 30, 2023, at 3:55 PM, Rob  wrote:
> 
> 
>> 
>> Thank you to all who came to the IDEA break out session today at the State 
>> of the Town charette and thank you to the Board of Selects for putting on a 
>> wonderful event. 
>> 
>> If you joined the IDEA event with a coffee and left without it, I have your 
>> mug (see attached picture) and would be happy to return it.
>> 
>> Rob Stringer
> 
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[LincolnTalk] Speed bumps

2023-09-04 Thread Anne Warner

It would seem to me that the first issue we should - and can - address on 
Lincoln roads is the speed of those passing through. What is the process for 
getting speed bumps placed in key places? Were I to get signatures from a bunch 
of neighbors on the north end of Bedford Road requesting speed bumps, is there 
any chance we would succeed? To whom would we submit such a petition? Anne 
Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Join our Hanscom Expansion stand-out at Paul Revere Capture Site Tuesday at 4:00pm

2023-09-04 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you Alex. If I’m ever free at that time (unlikely as I work full time) , I shall come join you. Question for you or anyone else reading this: do you know where we could get one of those yellow signs that say Stop the Expansion? We’re right near Hanscommamd would like to put one in front of our house. Anne Warner- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Sep 4, 2023, at 12:21 PM, Alex Chatfield via Lincoln  wrote:Each Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:30 we gather at 180 North Great Road, Lincoln, the Paul Revere Capture Site in the Historic Park, with signs and banners to show our opposition to the expansion of private jet facilities at Hansom Field.  We will provide the signs and banners, so just come and park in the designated lot.  If it's raining or thunder storms are predicted, the protest may be canceled.  Feel free to email or call if you have questions.For more information about the North Airfield Project and the climate impacts of private luxury jets, check our http://www.spje.orgWhile you are there, please sign the petition to Governor Healey, the only elected official who may have the power to cancel this unnecessary and dangerous project.Alex Chatfield270 Concord RoadLincoln, MA 01773cell: 781-697-0140This e-mail is intended for the person(s) to whom it is addressed and may contain information which is PRIVILEGED or CONFIDENTIAL. Any unauthorized use, distribution, copying or disclosure by any person other than the addressee(s) is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return mail and delete the message and any connected files from your system. Please consider the environment before printing this email.-- 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.-- 
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes

2023-09-02 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you, Bob. While I know sidewalks are not for bikes, I have long thought that the sidewalks in Lincoln are some of the most beautifully designed I’ve seen anywhere. They twist and turn in their own rhythm, not necessarily at the same altitude as the road nearby, and they honor old growth trees. They are a blessing to this town, and a huge benefit for pedestrians. While I know they are limited to the larger roads, the concept that an accommodation for those who are traveling by means other than a car can be a beautiful addition to the town landscape is an idea we should carry over into any bike planning. This will take ingenuity and a sense of artistry. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Sep 1, 2023, at 8:24 PM, Bob Mason  wrote:Anne,Roughly speaking I consider the “spine” of Lincoln the trail(s) that start at Rte 126, go towards and over the train tracks, along Farm Meadow (behind Lincoln Station), toward the schools and then to Sandy Pond Road. As roughly illustrated in the attached annotated map. I believe one important part of changing “car culture” is to get people of of their cars and consider biking or walking, even for errands to Donelans, going to school, etc. Regardless of the aspirational hope that drivers will change their behavior and be more aware of cyclists, I think we won’t get more cyclists on the road until we have dedicated, protected infrastructure for efficient travel.Personally, I think Lincoln would be a more enjoyable and desirable town if we could all get around without the need to be in a car. Having moved a few years ago from Weston Road to Old Concord Road, my relationship to the town has become much better for the simple fact I can walk on a sidewalk or ride my bike from my home to Codman Farm, Donelans, Twisted Tree and the Post Office. I wish many more of my fellow citizens could do so feeling safe and protected.BobOn Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:37 PM Anne Warner <warneran...@gmail.com> wrote:What is meant by "the trail that goes up the spine of Lincoln"? On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:12 PM melinda bruno-smith <melindabr...@hotmail.com> wrote:






Yes, many roads in Lincoln are in dire need of repaving.




Melinda


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Sent: Friday, September 1, 2023 10:30 AM
To: Bob Mason <robertma...@gmail.com>
Cc: lincoln@lincolntalk.org <lincoln@lincolntalk.org>; Alida ZweidlerMcKay <zmconsult...@mac.com>
Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes
 


….. which also implies that the majority of the roads in this town will have to be repaved first in order to accommodate- 


It’s important to note that many cyclists spend a great deal of time navigating around broken or missing pavement, well jutting out into traffic lanes as a result-it’s extremely dangerous.


Vic


On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 10:24 AM Bob Mason <robertma...@gmail.com> wrote:


Bob,


I agree with the sentiment that we need to change the cultural relationship between drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, but having dedicated infrastructure for cyclists/pedestrians is also a very important components of creating safe and accessible multi-modal
 transportation links. Hence dedicated bike lanes with physical barriers, rail trails, etc. 




bob



On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:57 AM Bob Kupperstein <bobk...@gmail.com> wrote:







On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:44 AM Bob Mason <robertma...@gmail.com> wrote:


I’ve wondered and suggested to some that we consider enhancing the trail that goes up the spine of Lincoln so it can be used more by cyclists. 


It’s currently designated as a bike trail, but is really only suited for mountain biking. Such an infrastructure investment would allow greater connectivity, including to the schools with riders and walkers not even being close to a road. 


Bob



Bob, I feel, as a cyclist, that this only avoids the growth that we need to take as a society - where we all
really share the roads. 


We've been car-centric for so long, the mentality that only cars/trucks really belong on the road is hard to shake.  But, we'll get there with more awareness. 



On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:13 AM Alida ZweidlerMcKay via Lincoln <lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:



Amen to this:


as a conscientious driver, I hate a day when all the cyclists are out - I pray my way through Lincoln and Concord. I wish they had dedicated bike lanes. 



I want bikes to be out on beautiful days in our gorgeous town.  But I’m terrified to pass them and end up following forever until I feel like I can get around them safely. I’m sure I annoy both the cyclist and the cars
 behind me. 


Bike lanes seem unlikely, given the land they require, but I sure wish we had them!







Alida Zweidler-McKay


25 Birchwood 





















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Alida, I have to admit as a cyclist I get annoyed by cars that won't pass, though I know they're just

Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes

2023-09-02 Thread Anne Warner

What is meant by "the trail that goes up the spine of Lincoln"?

On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:12 PM melinda bruno-smith 
wrote:

> Yes, many roads in Lincoln are in dire need of repaving.
>
> Melinda
> --
> *From:* Lincoln  on behalf of V Saleme <
> bmwkbi...@gmail.com>
> *Sent:* Friday, September 1, 2023 10:30 AM
> *To:* Bob Mason 
> *Cc:* lincoln@lincolntalk.org ; Alida
> ZweidlerMcKay 
> *Subject:* Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes
>
> ….. which also implies that the majority of the roads in this town will
> have to be repaved first in order to accommodate-
>
> It’s important to note that many cyclists spend a great deal of time
> navigating around broken or missing pavement, well jutting out into traffic
> lanes as a result-it’s extremely dangerous.
>
> Vic
>
> On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 10:24 AM Bob Mason  wrote:
>
> Bob,
>
> I agree with the sentiment that we need to change the cultural
> relationship between drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, but having
> dedicated infrastructure for cyclists/pedestrians is also a very important
> components of creating safe and accessible multi-modal transportation
> links. Hence dedicated bike lanes with physical barriers, rail trails, etc.
>
> bob
>
> On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:57 AM Bob Kupperstein  wrote:
>
>
>
> On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:44 AM Bob Mason  wrote:
>
> I’ve wondered and suggested to some that we consider enhancing the trail
> that goes up the spine of Lincoln so it can be used more by cyclists.
>
> It’s currently designated as a bike trail, but is really only suited for
> mountain biking. Such an infrastructure investment would allow greater
> connectivity, including to the schools with riders and walkers not even
> being close to a road.
>
> Bob
>
>
> Bob, I feel, as a cyclist, that this only avoids the growth that we need
> to take as a society - where we all *really* share the roads.
>
> We've been car-centric for so long, the mentality that only cars/trucks
> *really* belong on the road is hard to shake.  But, we'll get there with
> more awareness.
>
>
> On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:13 AM Alida ZweidlerMcKay via Lincoln <
> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>
> Amen to this:
>
> as a conscientious driver, I hate a day when all the cyclists are out - I
> pray my way through Lincoln and Concord. I wish they had dedicated bike
> lanes.
>
>
> I want bikes to be out on beautiful days in our gorgeous town.  But I’m
> terrified to pass them and end up following forever until I feel like I can
> get around them safely. I’m sure I annoy both the cyclist and the cars
> behind me.
>
> Bike lanes seem unlikely, given the land they require, but I sure wish we
> had them!
>
> Alida Zweidler-McKay
> 25 Birchwood
> --
>
>
> Alida, I have to admit as a cyclist I get annoyed by cars that won't pass,
> though I know they're just trying to be careful.   I also get very
> concerned when cars cross into the oncoming lane to pass - I've seen a
> number of close-calls when that happens.
>
> I suggest keeping in mind the 4' law/rule - if you're leaving 4' and
> driving within the speed limit, the cyclist should be/feel safe.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Recommendation for Instrument Rental

2023-08-30 Thread Anne Warner

Johnson Strings in Newton, hands down! 

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> On Aug 30, 2023, at 10:51 AM, Kim Jalet  wrote:
> 
> 
> 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.)
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[LincolnTalk] Plumbers needed

2023-08-20 Thread Anne Warner

A friend of mine owns a plumbing company in the greater Boston area. They are 
very short handed, have more work than they can handle, and are looking to hire 
several more plumbers. If you are a plumber looking for work or know someone 
who is, please send me your name and contact info and I’ll put you in touch. 
For the record, they are not looking to find people to offload their clients, 
but rather to hire plumbers into the company. Thank you.  Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] Article from UMass extension about Jumping worms in Massachusetts

2023-08-18 Thread Anne Warner

Good article about jumping worms here. Earthworms in Massachusetts – History, Concerns, and Benefitsag.umass.edu- Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Aug 18, 2023, at 2:29 PM, dgloew--- via Lincoln  wrote:
I understand that jumping worm casings tend to be deposited more superficially than earth worm casings, but if the garden is plowed in at the end of the season with compost, why wouldn’t those casings be beneficial too?DavidaSent from the all new AOL app for iOS
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Jumping Worms

2023-08-18 Thread Anne Warner

Yes, they are very bad for the garden because they eat all the organic material and leave your soil sterile. I so hope we don’t get them over here in North Lincoln. The idea of picking our thousands of large worms by hand and killing them in a Paul of vinegar and water sounds absolutely awful. - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! On Aug 18, 2023, at 9:38 AM, Marcie Karty via Lincoln wrote:Are they bad for the garden vs. normal worms?

On Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 06:11:58 PM EDT, Robin Wilkerson wrote:

Join the party Susan! The only strategy at the moment is to have a bucket of water and vinegar - half and half - at the ready, and just toss them in as you see them.. or you can just tiptoe away.. they are everywhere including the woods and fields.. one is hopeful that a solution will be found, people are working around the clock..but not yet…. Chickens won’t go near them and haven’t seen birds go after them as well.. moles will eat them I’m told. There’s always something…. Good luck! RobinOn Aug 17, 2023, at 5:53 PM, Susan Winship wrote:IAdmit I should be punished for not tending to my garden for months - until this morning.There were lots lots and lots of very large worms….I am clear how to kill them but not how to catch them… is it easier to pot the plants and give the worms the garden??!!Very disgusting….Thoughts are welcome.SusanSouth Sudanese Enrichment for Families Susan Winship,LICSWPO Box 492Lincoln,MA 01773781-424-8774-- 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.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Question re: clothing collection boxes around town

2023-06-26 Thread Anne Warner

There is also a big truck behind the Walgreens that is across from the 
Lexington Stop and Shop. 

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> On Jun 26, 2023, at 12:46 PM, June L Matthews  wrote:
> 
> 
> I used to donate to Goodwill but now donate to St. Vincent de Paul.  I have a 
> feeling that Goodwill has changed its mission – they used to employ the 
> disabled to repair clothing that they would then sell.  The Goodwill stores 
> that I have seen have become much more “upscale” in some areas, and I think 
> that they only want ready-to-wear (or ready-to-use) items in good condition.  
> I don’t know what they do with the inferior or damaged donations.  Does 
> anyone know?  There is a big Goodwill donation truck outside Crosby’s market 
> in Concord.
>  
> June
>  
>  
> From: Lincoln  On Behalf Of Sara Mattes
> Sent: Monday, June 26, 2023 12:37 PM
> To: Alice Waugh 
> Cc: Lincoln Talk 
> Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Question re: clothing collection boxes around town
>  
> St Vincent de Paul has a box in Weston, behind St Julia’s church and near 
> Brothers
>  
> All clothing dropped there goes fire to those in need as do proceeds from 
> sales. 
> Red Cross is notorious for having huge overhead and very highly paid Execs, 
> and actually expending a small portion of revenues on actual aid.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> 
> On Jun 26, 2023, at 12:28 PM, Alice Waugh  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Andy,
>  
> I think in either case the material must be dry and machine-washed clean. The 
> Red Cross clothing donation page says "items are then sold through a vendor 
> and a portion of the proceeds benefits our Disaster Relief Fund" but doesn't 
> specify that the clothing itself is given to disaster victims, or what 
> condition it has to be in. I suspect though don't know for sure that the 
> "vendor" may be some place like Bay State Textiles that repurposes material 
> in any (dry) condition as described in this 2022 Lincoln Squirrel article 
> under the "Textiles" subhead:
> “Where does it all go?” Part 3: Recycling beyond single-stream"
>  
> Alice Waugh
> Editor, The Lincoln Squirrel and The Lincoln Chipmunk
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> 617-710-5542 (mobile)
> www.watusiwords.com
>  
>  
> On Sun, Jun 25, 2023 at 8:27 AM Andy Wang  wrote:
> I had a question regarding the various clothing collection boxes around town. 
>  I was under the impression that the ones that are from baystatetextiles 
> (schools and transfer station) will take clean old clothing (e.g stuff with 
> holes, tears, stains) for textile recycling.  The other ones from Red Cross 
> (transfer station and Stacy’s gas station) is looking for clean and usable 
> clothing for distribution/sale.  Is that correct?  Thanks.  
>  
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[LincolnTalk] TAKEN - cat tree

2023-06-12 Thread Anne Warner




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[LincolnTalk] All plants spoken for!

2023-06-05 Thread Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] Astilbe, phlox, and Iris divisions -

2023-06-05 Thread Anne Warner

I have just divided three buckets of various iris, one bucket of astilbe, and 
two buckets of tall garden phlox out of my garden. Let me know if you want any 
of them and I’ll put your name on them at top of our driveway.  Anne Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] The self-identification question

2023-05-29 Thread Anne Warner

Respectfully, I don't think this is quite right.  If you look at Section
III a of the url you sent to everyone, you'll see that the Select Board (or
Town Council, if no Selectboard) are the *only* body that can put a
Proposition 2 1/2 question on the written ballot for a town vote
(overrides, debt exclusions or underrides). Questions may be put on a
voting session held only for that town, or it can be voted on at the
biennial State election, if approved by the Secretary of State for
inclusion on the ballot. The law is explicit that the town meeting may *not*
put a question on the ballot. I don't see - and in my time as Selectperson
of Belmont I also never experienced - a requirement for a town meeting vote
on a Proposition 2 1/2 question, although maybe there is something special
in the Lincoln by laws that allows for this.  There are other dimensions to
town voting which provide additional color.  For example, the moderator may
call for a voice vote at town meeting on any question that doesn't require
a written vote, and if the voice vote does not procure an obvious result,
inevitably someone at the meeting (or sometimes the moderator his/herself)
may then call for a show of hands.  In addition, the election of certain
positions in town government require a written vote of the populace,
including for example the Select Board and the School Committee. Further,
under some town by laws, a Warrant Committee develops a "warrant" - that is
a list of questions that will come before the Town Meeting. The state laws
pre-empt any contradictory town by laws, but the town may create by laws
that apply only to that town provided they don't conflict with state laws.

Anne Warner

On Mon, May 29, 2023 at 9:59 AM Andrew Payne  wrote:

> Edward Young asked:
>
> 1. Can someone provide the background for Lincoln’s current system of
>> having certain important matters voted on both in live Town Meetings (which
>> sometimes involve self-identification by a show of hands) and also by
>> written ballot in the privacy of the voting booth?
>>
>
> The written ballot is a state requirement under Proposition 2 1/2.
> Certain approvals require BOTH a (a) town meeting vote, and (b) a ballot
> vote.  It's the state's way of saying, "*are you really sure?*"
>
> Situations that require both a town meeting vote and a ballot vote
> include:
>
>- *Overrides. * Increasing the base budget by more than 2.5%.
>
>- *Debt exclusions. * One-time bonding (borrowing), typically for
>large projects, such as our school project.
>
>- *Capital exclusions.*  One-time spending, typically for large
>capital items (e.g. a fire truck).
>
> Debt and capital exclusions may only be used for capital projects.
>
> For more information than you probably want to know, see:
> https://www.mass.gov/doc/proposition-2-12-ballot-question-requirement-and-procedure/download
>
> One "the state sets the rules and we follow them" resident's view,
>
> -andy
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Upcoming Family Drag Show

2023-05-18 Thread Anne Warner

Bring on the drag queens!! Anne Warner

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> On May 18, 2023, at 4:04 PM, Michelle Barnes via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Dear Claire and LincolntTalk,
> 
> Someone privately, and respectfully, engaged with me about my below post and 
> made me realize that in essence I may have been overprotective of the 16 year 
> old and/or may have assumed the worst about Claire’s intent with her post. As 
> a result, I want to formally apologize to both Claire and the LT community 
> for that. I certainly don’t want to pile on anybody on LT, as I firmly 
> believe that we need to hold each other up in our community, regardless of 
> who we are and what our differences may be. I also should have known better 
> than to effectively assume the worst. For civil, supportive and progressive 
> discourse, I believe we need to assume good intent until proven otherwise. 
> I’d like to contribute to and perpetrate civil discourse, and not galvanize 
> anyone to pile on somebody, and it seems my post may have had the latter 
> impact which I regret.
> 
> Thank you,
> Michelle Barnes
> SGR 
> 
> 
> On Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 01:43:02 PM EDT, Michelle Barnes 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Agree; we have no right to know this. Feel it is even more egregious— if that 
> is possible — since the entertainer told us they are 16 years of age. If I 
> were them, I would not feel safe in the current political climate telling the 
> public my name on a list serve, even as an adult.  IMHO, we should welcome 
> their creative efforts to culturally enrich and entertain our town, and not 
> worry about who they are. We have the right to go or not go, irrespective of 
> who they are, depending on our personal tastes and preferences.
> 
> Best,
> Michelle Barnes
> SGR
> 
> 
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>> On Thursday, May 18, 2023, 1:29 PM, Carol Ryan  wrote:
>> 
>> Not a fair request IMHO. It is common for entertainers to have pseudonyms.
>> CR
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On May 18, 2023, at 4:03 PM, Claire Mount  wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> who is velvet  seems good to know the real name of an entertainer   claire 
>> mount
>> 
>> On Wed, May 17, 2023 at 9:48 PM Velvet Vision  
>> wrote:
>> Hi there, It's Velvet!
>> 
>> For those who don’t know me, I’m Velvet Vision and I’m a 16 year old Lincoln 
>> resident and drag queen. This past December I did an all ages drag holiday 
>> drag show and it was a huge success. I received such great feedback so I am 
>> so excited to say I am putting on another show! I’m On Saturday, May 27th I 
>> am hosting an all-ages, family drag show at Bemis Hall which will be Disney 
>> villain-themed. I would absolutely love it if you were to join us for yet 
>> another exciting show featuring 8 local drag talents portraying all 
>> different Disney animated villains. Bring your family for an amazing night 
>> with everything from marvelous drag fashion to rousing lipsynchs that you 
>> won't forget. Though this show is villain themed there is no need to be 
>> nervous about scares, the cast and I are taking great care to make this fun 
>> for everyone, even your little ones. Don't know Disney? Don't worry! No 
>> matter your Disney movie knowledge this show is going to be a blast. Doors 
>> for the show will open at 6:45 with the show starting at 7:00 PM. The show 
>> is not expected to go longer than an hour to an hour and a half to 
>> accommodate the kids. Tickets will be available at the door or at this link 
>> online. Feel free to email me with any questions or concerns you may have. I 
>> hope to see you there!
>> 
>> Yours,
>> Velvet
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[LincolnTalk] Fwd: Cold Weather Alert!

2023-05-16 Thread Anne Warner

This warning from Mahoneys would seem to apply to our area.  Which plants
do we need to cover, I wonder?

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From: Mahoney's Garden Center 
Date: Tue, May 16, 2023 at 2:04 PM
Subject: Cold Weather Alert!
To: ANNE WARNER 

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The forecast for Wednesday night* into Thursday morning* predicts
temperatures dipping into the 30s overnight. This is a friendly reminder to
check the predicted low temps for your area protect some of your more
tender plants!

If you're expecting the thermometer to drop below 35 (speaking especially
to our Concord, Chelmsford, and Tewksbury guests!) consider bringing in or
covering certain newly purchased plants to protect your investment.  Use a
light blanket or bedsheet and drape so that heat coming up from the ground
surrounds the plant.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Looking for a small machine which I use to till my small garden.

2023-05-15 Thread Anne Warner

I don’t tho k you need any tools other tha  a shovel and a lot of elbow grease. 
I would just double dig the area, put the dirt on the tarp and then rake out 
the lily of the valley roots from the loosened dirt. You have to go down about 
two shovels depth to get them all. It’s an opportunity to dig some compost into 
the earth as you return it to the bed. The Black Earth Compost pile is at 
Codman Farms right now and costs a dollar a gallon. Go with some pails then 
combine it with the dirt you put back in the bed. If you really want to improve 
the soil while you have it out, add some manure, peat moss, and a handful or 
two of lime and bone meal. You will still be pulling lilies of the valley out 
by their roots for a couple of years, but you will have broken the back of the 
problem….and created some great soil in the process! 

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> On May 14, 2023, at 7:47 PM, sally kindleberger  
> wrote:
> 
> Years ago I planted lily’s of the valley in my small garden plot and they 
> took over!  I couldn’t get rid of them. I put tarps over the garden and there 
> they stayed for over four years.  When I took off the tarps today there were 
> still roots of the lilies ready to start growing again.  
> I am thinking the only way I will get rid of them completely will be to turn 
> over the earth completely using some sort of small plow or rotatilling tool.  
> Does anyone have something that I can borrow?
> Or any other ideas!
> Thanks, Sally 
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[LincolnTalk] Bluebirds, Orioles, Hummingbirds

2023-05-04 Thread Anne Warner

So the bluebirds are happily nesting in our front yard bluebird box, and hoping 
the wrens or the sparrows will not oust them. Does anyone know when the orioles 
will be coming through or when the hummingbirds will arrive? I want to be ready 
for them…

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Poison ivy mitigation?

2023-04-26 Thread Anne Warner

Yes!! He's actually here today!  His name is "Pesky Pete Barron" and he is
a wonderful character, honest as the day is long, thorough.  He is kind of
expensive, but I think worth it (he is clearing a deeply infested area that
is about 10 feet by 40 feet, and it is costing me about $1300 -- he then
comes back three times over the next year to check it all for same price).
You can contact him at peskypetepoisonivyremo...@gmail.com. He has along
list -- you may have to wait as long as a year -- but he's worth the
price.  Anne Warner

On Wed, Apr 26, 2023 at 9:21 AM Sara R via Lincoln 
wrote:

> Hello Lincoln, friends,
>
> I know historically there were a few people who did this, but I also know
> some people stopped doing poison ivy… Has anyone recently hired somebody to
> pull up poison ivy from their property?
>
> Thanks,
>
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Re: [LincolnTalk] For Sale: Concept2 Model D Rower-$350 or B.O..

2023-04-22 Thread Anne Warner

Speaking as a two time Olympian and five time national team member in the
sport of rowing, I can confirm that the Concept 2 ergometer is best in
class by far. I have one in my attic and use it regularly.  And, $350 is a
steal.

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> Concept2 Model D Rower in very good condition. The best workout is a
> full-body workout, which is what this rower delivers.  Comes with a third
> party cover, and breaks down easily to save space when not in use (see
> photo). Concept2 suggested we list this at $650. This is priced to sell. A
> Concept2 seat cushion increases comfort, shows some wear.
>
> From Concept2: The dependable performance of the Concept2 Model D Indoor
> Rower has made it the best-selling rowing machine in the world for over 40
> years. Used by elite athletes for competitive training, the versatile Model
> D fits in as well in fitness facilities and home gyms as it does in
> boathouses around the world. The Model D fits your goals and your budget,
> offering a low-impact exercise accessible to anyone of any age.
>
> About 96" long.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] CCBC Values Survey Reminder!

2023-04-20 Thread Anne Warner

Krystal - there is pretty widespread concern about this survey. Nowhere on it 
is there a question about whether the person taking it wants the community 
center at all. Every question assumes it will be built. The o my place to 
register dissatisfaction is the blank section at the end for additional 
comments. Also, we have heard that the CCBC is presuming that if people do not 
answer the survey that they support the center. This is very far from being the 
truth. People who don’t fill out the survey may not do so because they are 
opposed or don’t care, but they certainly should not be assumed to support it. 

The only way to correct this situation is for the CCBC to send out a second, 
separate survey that asks people to say, on a scale of 1-10, how much they 
support the center at all. Or, it could simply be a multiple choice: do you 
support the center or not or are you neutral? Without this additional data, the 
first survey must be disregarded. 

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> On Apr 18, 2023, at 8:02 PM, Krystal Wood 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> CCBC Values Survey
> 
> REMINDER:  
> 
> Your responses on the Values Survey for the Community Center Building 
> Committee will help the committee to understand the priorities of Lincoln 
> residents as it develops plans for a community center.  
> 
> If you haven’t already completed the survey, please do so by Friday, April 
> 21.  
> 
> You can find the survey here. 
> 
> Thank you.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] HEADS UP!!! This is really important

2023-04-18 Thread Anne Warner

I have completed the survey, including the commentary page, but that is not my 
point. My point is that a second survey should be sent out to ask the key 
question, and if that does not happen then the results of the first survey 
should be disregarded. Further - I understand that “ Silence is being 
interpreted as agreement by the CCBC”. That is ridiculous! Failure to respond 
to the survey could be much more easily interpreted as disinterest or 
disagreement. Interpreting the percentage of people in Lincoln who didn’t 
answer the survey as meaning that all them support the building of the Center 
is absurd at best! 

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> On Apr 18, 2023, at 12:54 PM, Sara Mattes  wrote:
> Anne,
> Thank you for your comments, but please make sure they get recorded.
> You can express all that in the survey.
> The last page has space for just those comments-that is why it is important 
> to answer.
> All comments will be recorded, verbatim and will be a part of the record.
> 
> Regards,
> Sara
> 
> 
> --
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> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2023, at 12:47 PM, Anne Warner  wrote:
>> 
>> The survey entirely fails to ask the most important question, which is 
>> whether the person taking the survey supports the creation of a community 
>> center at all. Every question assumes that a center will be built, and asks 
>> whether it serves various needs. To correct for this (glaring!) omission, 
>> please issue a second survey that asks people, perhaps in a scale of one to 
>> ten, how much (if at all) they support the building of any community center. 
>> Without this basic information, the results from the existing survey should 
>> be disregarded if not discarded altogether. Respectfully,  Anne Warner
>> 
>> - Sent from iPhone. Typed by thumb. Excuse misspellings! 
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2023, at 12:35 PM, Sara Mattes  wrote:
>>> 
>>> After lots of conversations, many have expressed confusion about this 
>>> survey.
>>> Some examples-
>>> Why?
>>> These questions don’t make sense.
>>> I cannot work the scan thing.
>>> There is nothing here that gets to my issues/concerns/wants  and/or needs.
>>> I am not the least bit interested.
>>> I will never use this place, so why bother.
>>> 
>>> Well, here’s why.
>>> This survey will be the basis for much Community Center planning, going 
>>> forward.
>>> 
>>> And, it is YOUR town.
>>> These are your friends and neighbors who may at sometime in their lives 
>>> need/want to use the programs being planned for.
>>> You may too.
>>> 
>>> And, if nothing else gets to you-IT IS YOUR MONEY THAT WILL BE SPENT.
>>> 
>>> So, if for no other reason, please participate and click the link below and 
>>> complete the survey.
>>> 
>>> All the way at the end is an opportunity to make comments on the survey 
>>> itself, on the process, on the concept the CCBC is working on.
>>> 
>>> So, please, please just take a few minutes and do the right thing.
>>> 
>>> Namaste,
>>> Sara
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Lincoln Community Center Values Survey, April 2023
>>> docs.google.com
>>> 
>>> 
>>> And, for more information on the work of the CCBC:
>>> 
>>> Town of Lincoln Community Center
>>> lincolncommunitycenter.com
>>> 
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>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
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[LincolnTalk] Compost at Codman yet?

2023-04-15 Thread Anne Warner

Does anyone know when the Mothers Out Front group will be bringing their 
compost to Codman Farm for sale? It’s time to add compost to the garden….

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[LincolnTalk] Time to prune the roses!

2023-04-13 Thread Anne Warner

The forsythia is just blooming…time to prune your roses! Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] thank you -- and a list of recommended vets

2023-03-12 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you to everyone who recommended vets for our newly adopted cats.  Now
we just have to figure out which ones to use!  Here is the list, in case
anyone else is looking:

·   Deidre Ryan of The Vet Valet in Wayland

·   VCA City Cats in Arlington.

·   Powder Mill Animal Hospital in Acton

·   The Cat Doctor in Bedford

·  Concord Animal Hospital in West Concord

·  Lexington/Bedford Veterinary Hospital

·  Gail McNeal on Union Ave in Sudbury

·  John Kelman in Acton

·  Dr. Storey and Dr. Schlesinger - Weston Vet

·   Jon Kelman  - Great Road Vet, Acton
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Steinway piano free to a good home

2023-03-11 Thread Anne Warner

As the daughter of a harpsichord maker, I have some experience with
different types of keyboards and their value.  Steinway pianos were at
their zenith, technically, between roughly 1900 and 1910.  I have an
upright that was built in 1906, and it has only had to be tuned once in the
ten years I've owned it, and has marvelous sound.  Of course, I don't know
anything about the specific piano that Rainer is offering, but if it is in
decent shape, this would be a great instrument to own and play.

On Fri, Mar 10, 2023 at 10:51 AM Rainer Frost  wrote:

> We are offering for free an upright Steinway piano that was built in
> 1902.  It plays and is tunable.  In the short run, in order to hold tuning
> well, it would need a process called “doping the block” that costs around
> $300.
>
> To restore it to its original condition would cost ~$4-6,000.
>
> To move it out of the house will require a rigging crane, so the move to
> your house would cost ~$1400. (Price from Mike Griffen, a great piano
> mover.)
>
> Any serious inquiries need to be received by March 15.
>
> Kind regards,
>
> Rainer
>
>
>
> *Rainer Frost*
>
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[LincolnTalk] Local vets?

2023-03-11 Thread Anne Warner

We have just adopted two exuberant and cuddly 6 month old kittens. We need to 
identify a local vet. We live in North Lincoln. Suggestions? Anne Warner and 
Dan Paul

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Re: [LincolnTalk] cat sitter

2023-02-25 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you everyone for the recommendations on cat sitters. I now have four 
options, and feel very safe! The two kitties arrive next Thursday and we are 
very excited. Thanks again! 

Anne Warner

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> On Feb 24, 2023, at 7:30 PM, Stacey Sawyer-Mackie via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> I have found that Melissa Shea is the BEST cat sitter! She has taken care of 
> my cats for years, one who had medical issues. I would contact her.
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Scott Clary 
> To: kliatta...@aol.com
> Cc: Lincoln Talk 
> Sent: Fri, Feb 24, 2023 5:46 pm
> Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Cat sitter?
> 
> Melissa Shea is a good option as well. Born and raised in Lincoln and still 
> resides in town; plus will do multiple tasks outside of pet care. Very 
> reliable.
> 
> (508) 423-2760 her cell
> 
> Kind Regards,
> 
> Scott Clary
> 617-968-5769
> 
> Real Estate with Integrity since 1987
> 
> Sent from a mobile device - please excuse typos and errors   
> 
> On Fri, Feb 24, 2023, 5:37 PM kliattaudi--- via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
> I strongly recommend Andrea as well.  Conscientous, knowledgeable, and caring 
> and always reliable.   
> Jean Palmer 
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: Laura Olson 
> To: kristen margeson 
> Cc: Listserv Listserv 
> Sent: Fri, Feb 24, 2023 1:26 pm
> Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Cat sitter?
> 
> Andrea Reynes has taken care of our cats and dogs over the years and is 
> great! She currently lives in Lincoln and always very reliable!
> Her contact info below.
> 
> Laura Olson
> 
> 
> chevail1...@gmail.com
> Andrea Reynes
> Animal Journalist
> Animal Care
> Lincoln,MA
> 781-259-8396
> http://andrea-reynes-2fpw.squarespace.com
> 
> On Thu, Feb 23, 2023 at 9:41 AM kristen margeson  
> wrote:
> I second Walden Pet - a wonderful group of caretakers! 
> 
> On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 6:48 PM Leslie Turek  wrote:
> I've used Walden Pet successfully for many years. Very reliable - and they 
> will even email photos from their visits.
> Leslie Turek
> 
> On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 6:40 PM Anne Warner  wrote:
> We are adopting two six month old kittens next week. We are excited! As 
> responsible pet owners, though, we want to plan ahead for when we are 
> traveling or otherwise away by identifying someone who is a cat sitter and 
> can, for a reasonable fee, come by every day or two to feed them and scoop 
> the litter etc. Anyonr out there? We live in North Lincoln. 
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[LincolnTalk] Cat sitter?

2023-02-22 Thread Anne Warner

We are adopting two six month old kittens next week. We are excited! As 
responsible pet owners, though, we want to plan ahead for when we are traveling 
or otherwise away by identifying someone who is a cat sitter and can, for a 
reasonable fee, come by every day or two to feed them and scoop the litter etc. 
Anyonr out there? We live in North Lincoln. 

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln School Projected Class Size

2023-02-03 Thread Anne Warner

The Open Meeting Laws provide that whenever a quorum of a Town committee is 
meeting,
The meeting must be open to the public. There is nothing wrong or violative of 
that law in 
discussions on Lincoln Talk. If anything is n “open” forum, it is this list 
serve. 

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> On Feb 2, 2023, at 11:18 AM, Peter Buchthal  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi All,
> I have a suggestion to offer regarding Lincoln Talk and reducing the 
> possibility of the Open Meeting Violations.  As Lincoln Talk operates as a 
> listserv emailing discussions to all subscribers, if only two School 
> Committee Members subscribed and participated in Lincoln Talk, no quorum 
> would be reached in any discussion and thus no Open Meeting violations.   The 
> other members would unsubscribe from Lincoln Talk to ensure that a quorum 
> would never be reached.   If a subject matter required further discussion 
> with the full School Committee, those two School Committee Members could put 
> the issue(s) on the next open meeting's agenda to report back to the full 
> committee about the issues and opinions during an Open Meeting, and  more 
> quickly and efficiently incorporate the public into very important decisions. 
>  
> 
> I'm not a lawyer, but I thinkTown Council could help the Lincoln School 
> Committee establish rules to ensure that there's better and more frequent two 
> way communications between the public and the Committee using Lincoln Talk 
> while avoiding any Open Meeting violations.  The public in Lincoln uses 
> Lincoln Talk to communicate and debate.  Lincoln's governmental committees 
> need to figure a way to more actively participate with Lincoln Talk.
> 
> Best,
> Peter Buchthal
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Wed, Feb 1, 2023 at 7:56 PM David Cuetos  wrote:
>> Hi Andy,
>> 
>> I would say the School Committee is falling short of informing and engaging 
>> school parents and the wider resident community. I am going to suggest two 
>> complementary schemes that would go a long way to correct this deficit 
>> without violating Open Meeting Laws.
>> 
>> There is nothing preventing the School Committee from sending out a memo 
>> that addresses in depth all the issues raised in the LincolnTalk discussion 
>> and explains their choices with a proper cost reward analysis. The Community 
>> Center Building Committee did something similar when they started to get 
>> push back from this forum. It would be very helpful for the community to get 
>> more transparency in the decision making process for these important school 
>> policy choices. I have watched the School Committee meetings in which the 
>> budget was discussed. Unfortunately, there was no substantive debate on any 
>> of these important decisions during those meetings. All of these choices 
>> were taken for granted.
>> 
>> Right now, there is no forum where town residents can debate with the School 
>> Committee and the School Administration on matters of import. I realize 
>> there is a public comment section at the beginning of most School Committee 
>> meetings, but it isn't a two-way communication format. Residents have three 
>> minutes to talk, everybody is silent and at the end of the intervention 
>> nobody opines and nothing is heard about the issue ever again. To give you 
>> an example, Peter Buchthal and I are concerned about the Hanscom's school's 
>> OPEB liability. For those not in the know, the town has accrued an 
>> approximately $5M retirement liability with Hanscom's employees. If we are 
>> not able to renew the contract with the DoD after 2025 in terms that are 
>> favorable to Lincoln, my understanding is that we are on the hook for that 
>> $5M. That liability figure is very sensitive to different assumptions like 
>> future returns or salary growth for existing and future employees, meaning 
>> the actual number could be much larger (or smaller). Right now we are only 
>> funding that liability $200k per year on average. Peter's question to the 
>> School Committee and the Administration during Public Comment was simple: 
>> given how rich the current contract with the DoD is and how little 
>> visibility we have about its renewal, why aren't we funding that liability 
>> much more aggressively while we can? No response was provided during that 
>> meeting and no follow-up has occurred since. I can give you another example, 
>> I am trying to understand why Lincoln pays $1M in employment retirement 
>> contributions while Hanscom only pays $160k despite its 15% larger staff. 
>> The Administration (both the town's and the school's) have gone silent on 
>> the matter, and the School Committee, which is copied in my correspondence 
>> with the School Administration, has declined to participate.
>> 
>> My suggestion for the School Committee is to make themselves available to 
>> the overall community in a proper open forum where all issues concerning our 
>> school can be debated. Again, this would not be unprecedent

[LincolnTalk] forsythia!!

2023-02-01 Thread Anne Warner

If you can believe it, February 1st is the day on which you can first bring in 
forsythia branches to force.  Most forsythia - unless someone has pruned them 
(hope not!) will have shoots that grew longer than the rest of the bush during 
the summer. Just cut these right above a bud and put a bunch of them into a 
tall vase with warm water. Within a week they will be in full bloom. A 
harbinger of Spring (which I was taught to capitalize but no one does 
anymore….) Anne Warner

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[LincolnTalk] Summary of Cat odor suggestions

2023-01-29 Thread Anne Warner

Thanks to all who answered my plea for cat odor control suggestions. Here is a 
summary of the responses: 
> 
> Cat Odor Suggestions
>  
> ·  Smart Cat Litter. Buy from Amazon or Chewy
> ·  Add Arm and Hammer litter box deodorizer – sprinkle in box with litter
> ·  Go to Loyal Companion on Rt 20 in Sudbury or Rt 2A/119 in Acton and ask
> ·  World’s Best litter
> ·  Don’t get scented litter
> ·  If you can have an uncovered litter box, it’s better.
> ·  Litter Robots. Expensive, but effective
> ·  Remove waste every day and do a full empty and replace every week.
> ·  Put litter box on a different level of house than living
> ·  Arm and Hammer Fragrance Free Super Scoop litter
> ·  Use grain based litters, like World’s Best or Swheatscoop. Don’t use 
> Clay litters
> ·  Scoop frequently!  Once a day is best.
> ·  Smells-be-gone air freshener pet odor eliminator gel. Comes in a jar 
> and leave it open. It absorbs the odor. A jar lasts a couple of months.
> ·  Use an automatic litter box so cat poop isn’t left sitting out
> ·  Ever Clean litter, the unscented one. Sometimes the cat will small 
> like flint or coal dust but house does not smell 
> 
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[LincolnTalk] Controlling cat odor - advice please?

2023-01-27 Thread Anne Warner

Silly question perhaps, but I could use some advice from cat owners out there. 
We are considering adopting two kittens. They will have to be indoor cats for 
all sorts of reasons (including presence of coyotes!). I had cats years ago, 
but they came and went lindoors/outdoors. Both my husband and I detest the 
smell of cat litter boxes. Are there products out there - litter and/or sprays 
- that reduce or (if possible) eliminate odors? Please reply 1:1 as I don’t 
want to burden Lincolntalk with a detailed discussion of this topic! Thanks in 
advance. Anne Warner t

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln Digest, Vol 123, Issue 23

2022-12-25 Thread Anne Warner

Thank you everyone.  In Aureet's memory, let's all be careful on the ice
this year!!  Best, Anne Warner

On Fri, Dec 23, 2022 at 3:46 PM NANCY TORTI  wrote:

> That was Aureet Bar Yam, who drowned in Flint’s Pond in January of 1991.
> She went out on the ice to try and save her dog who had fallen through. If
> you google Aureet Bar Yam Tragedy, there are several articles about it.
>
> Nancy Torti
>
> On Dec 23, 2022, at 3:14 PM, Anne Warner  wrote:
>
> Not to bring sadness in a joyful season and in the midst of wonderful
> memories, but alongside some body of water in Lincoln, surrounded by woods,
> there is a plaque affixed to a large rock that speaks of a young woman who
> drowned in the cold waters there -- I have always assumed by going through
> the ice. Does anyone know it and know the history?  Anne Warner
>
> On Fri, Dec 23, 2022 at 2:24 PM Alice Waugh  wrote:
>
>> We used to skate on Valley Pond from time to time, but mostly on our own
>> pond my father had dug behind our house on Conant Road in the mid-1960s.
>> Sometimes it would snow and leave a dry inch or two on top of the ice, and
>> that was the best, because we could skate behind snow shovels and clear
>> paths to make a town. My younger brother and I also played a game where we
>> would skate toward each other, arms crossed in front, and whoever fell down
>> from the collision lost. (It was usually him.) Bruno, our yellow Lab, would
>> run after us as we quickly skated away. Then when we stopped suddenly, he
>> would go flying by, claws scrabbling at the ice while looking behind him at
>> us laughing.
>>
>> Alice Waugh
>>
>> On Fri, Dec 23, 2022 at 10:38 AM Tim Mangini 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> We have many decades of skating memories on Farrar Pond and the Sudbury
>>> river. Taught our kids to skate there holding on to chairs and hockey
>>> sticks. And while it is not for the inexperienced, a long river skate with
>>> a packed lunch is a delightful way to spend a winter morning or afternoon.
>>> I have two particularly special memories on ice. One was the year in the
>>> late 70’s that the river flooded so high we went skating amongst the
>>> golfing greens on Nashawtuc Country Club. And most memorable of all was
>>> skating the river on (thick) black ice by moonlight. Totally exhilarating.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Caveat/safety notice: pond and especially river skating should only be
>>> done by those with experience due to the variable nature of the surfaces.
>>> Always pack a rope and/or other means of getting yourself and others out of
>>> trouble.
>>>
>>> 
>>>
>>> —
>>>
>>> tim
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> From: Susan Taylor 
>>> Subject: [LincolnTalk] Any Ice Skating Stories?
>>>
>>> Just for fun, share your favorite stories/memories of ice skating in
>>> Lincoln!
>>> I remember thick black ice on Beaver Pond in the 1990s when we could see
>>> fish swimming under our skates! (We always brought a thick rope just in
>>> case.)
>>>
>>>
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[LincolnTalk] Ideas for fall bulbs not planted?

2022-12-15 Thread Anne Warner

All - I have twelve large Allium bulbs that I failed to get into the ground
before it froze.  Any ideas how to handle this?  I don't want to waste the
bulbs, and I love Allium in my garden!  Some possible routes:  1) wait to
see if the ground unthaws for a day or two (this weekend?) and then plant.
or 2) pack them in peat moss and put them in a dark, fairly cold place (my
garage) until spring thaw?
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Re: [LincolnTalk] card shop in Concord

2022-12-07 Thread Anne Warner

The Umbrella Center for the Arts At 40 Stowe Street in Concord is having their 
holiday open house and there are lots of gorgeous cards for sale. 

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> On Dec 6, 2022, at 11:22 AM, Stacey Sawyer-Mackie via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
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> 
> Is there a shop in Concord that sells local, handmade holiday cards?  Thanks.
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Slack instead of Mailman?

2022-11-14 Thread Anne Warner

I am just grateful to our VOLUNTEER listserve moderators for using whatever 
system is most convenient to them! (Spoke by someone who uses Slack at work and 
really does not like it because it doesn’t interface with email, so you have to 
open the Slack program separately to find any messages - not okay, in my book!) 

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> On Nov 14, 2022, at 12:31 PM, Laura Koller  wrote:
> 
> 
> Could consideration be made for replacing the LincolnTalk listserv's 
> antiquated format with Slack, or some other "modern" group communication 
> platform? I find that the repetition of content makes these messages unwieldy 
> and quite challenging to read through to find the non-repeated content. 
> Thanks for considering this; any thoughts?
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Question

2022-11-14 Thread Anne Warner

Elizabeth - The moderators of this listserve -- who are much appreciated by
the community! - have said that it should be viewed a bit like a community
bulletin board.  People can discuss, offer for sale, comment, whatever they
want -- the only limitations being that we cannot be rude or defame
anyone.  It works beautifully! I see no reason to change.  Welcome to the
Lincoln community! Anne Warner

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kanagnosta...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Why would that change be wanted/positive?  Having a way to give away or
> sell locally things you no longer need is good for everyone and the land
> fill.
>
> Sincerely,
> Kathryn Anagnostakis
>
>
> > On Nov 14, 2022, at 9:20 AM, Elizabeth Maciolek <
> elizabethmaciol...@gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Hello
> > Wondering kind of new to platform. I also joined Lexington as we work in
> Lexington. There Group discussed not allowing the site to be a yard sale,
> to sell things, give things away, etc.
> > Is there a chance Lincon Talks would consider only discussion formats,
> and not for selling stuff?
> > What do you think? I appreciate your listening from a newbie.
> > Thank you.
> >
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Nighttime drone activity?

2022-11-12 Thread Anne Warner

We have had a drone hover in our back porch on at least two occasions. 
Visibility into our living room. Scary. Anne Warner

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> On Nov 11, 2022, at 9:52 AM, Peter Creath  wrote:
> 
> I frequently see a drone hovering and slowly moving around the area at 
> night.  Most recently I think was this past Wednesday, around 9:30 pm.  I see 
> it north of Trapelo, in the general vicinity of Lexington Rd (I think -- it's 
> hard to gauge distance in the sky at night).
> 
> Does anyone have any idea whose this is or what it's doing?  I'm mostly 
> curious given how often I see it.
> 
>   -P
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Re: [LincolnTalk] community center

2022-10-26 Thread Anne Warner

I would also dearly love access to a good lap pool, both in the summer
(Codman hours for lap swimming are limited to put it mildly, especially for
those of us who work) and in the winter.  I've thought about trying to
rally a group of master swimmers to use Codman in the very early morning
(think 6-7:30?) during the summer -- enough people committed so that we
could pay a lifeguard to be there.  It feels a bit overwhelming to try to
organize this, knowing as few people as I do in Lincoln. Is there anyone
out there who would be interested not only in participating, but in
organizing.

On Wed, Oct 26, 2022 at 9:43 AM Adam M Hogue  wrote:

> That is correct.
>
> *Adam M Hogue*
> *Cell: **(978) 828-6184 <(978)%20828-6184>*
>
> On Oct 26, 2022, at 4:40 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel 
> wrote:
>
>  As a Veteran, it is my understanding that you cannot use the facilities
> as a Veteran unless you are a retired (20 years) Veteran, or a Veteran with
> special status.
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>
> On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 9:38 AM, Adam M Hogue <
> adam.m.ho...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> There is no pool in any of the designs.  Hanscom you have to be military
> or former military personnel to use the base facilities.
>
> *Adam M Hogue*
> *Cell: **(978) 828-6184*
>
> On Oct 26, 2022, at 4:36 PM, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <
> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>
>  Well, if this does end up going forward at $25 million, I truly hope we
> can get a nice indoor collegiate sized pool for laps.
>
>
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>
> On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 9:15 AM, DJCP  wrote:
>
> My kids go to LEAP, the after school program, and we frequently use the
> Pods for community events and rec dept programs and generally hanging
> around after school and the Pods are in tough shape.  Much like the school
> building was before the renovation.  I am sensitive to costs, but
> significant overhaul of the Pods is needed in the imminent future.  Costs
> are only going to go up if we put the project off.  And I like the idea of
> rolling the senior center into the school campus as it would be nice to
> have the communities intersect more.  (The Girl Scouts in particular
> already do service projects for the COA&HS and it would be great to expand
> that.)  Again, I am sensitive to cost, not just for me but the community,
> but I hope everyone can keep an open mind.
>
> Diana
> Giles Rd
>
> On Wed, Oct 26, 2022 at 8:27 AM Louis Zipes  wrote:
>
> Maybe I missed it and I could be very wrong it but I think part of this
> project also takes into account the Hartwell Pods/Bemis Hall and the cost
> to sustain those/replace them going forward. That might or might not factor
> into the overall cost and design we are seeing.
>
> There have been community center meetings so I think I personally need to
> go back and watch them to be better educated.
>
> https://www.lincolntown.org/1019/Community-Center-FAQs
>
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <
> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>
> What about the cost for ages 65 to 79?
>
> I do think low cost *access* to indoor year-round swimming is important
> for our older population.
>
> Many might find $199 a year to be a lot.
>
> If there is some kind of access to certain facilities at Hanscom for
> seniors that would be very good information to have. Hanscom has fantastic
> health & fitness facilities.
>
>
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>
> On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 7:55 AM, Maureen At Beede <
> maureensbeedeem...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Lots of Lincoln seniors use beede center in concord.  Full access for
> $199/year if over 80.
>
> On Wed, Oct 26, 2022 at 7:52 AM Joanna Owen Schmergel via Lincoln <
> lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote:
>
> Just out of curiosity, I wonder if our Lincoln seniors could ever be
> granted *certain* access to any of the phenomenal health and fitness
> facilities at Hanscom?
>
>
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>
>
> On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 7:41 AM, Elaine Hawkes <
> elainehaw...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> Thank you Seth and others for bringing up the community center. It’s
> something I have been discussing with other youngish seniors (LSRHS class
> of 1971)and have a number of concerns.  Although I don’t yet use the senior
> senior, and do think one with an elevator is important, I’m not sure how
> many older adults in town use it regularly. In my cohort, there is a
> greater worry about high property taxes and whether we can afford to
> continue to pay them if a community center is built.
>
> “If you build it they will come” (
> https://www.lincolntown.org/documentcenter/view/35385) Is this true,
> particularly with ongoing concerns about covid and availability of
> classes and meetings on Zoom?
>
> There are

Re: [LincolnTalk] House painter - Hefer Santos

2022-10-07 Thread Anne Warner

Sure thing. Hefer Santos can be reached at +1 (774) 285-2775. He responds 
quickly to texts. 

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> On Oct 7, 2022, at 8:15 AM, Deb Wallace  wrote:
> 
> Hello LT-
> 
> A couple of days ago two people gave glowing recommendations for Hefer 
> Santos. I’d like to get in touch with him but apparently I copied down the 
> wrong number.
> Would you whoever posted that post please send me the correct number.
> 
> Many thanks
> Deborah 
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[LincolnTalk] FREE: 2 Zebra finches and cage - to be "re-homed"

2022-10-02 Thread Anne Warner

Neighbors: we took the two (gorgeous!) zebra finches that were advertised
on here a couple of weeks ago, but have just learned that we will be
travelling more than expected in the next months, and really cannot care
for them.  They are both male, beautifully colored, and make a wide variety
of the loveliest quiet cheeps during the day, and sleep in their nest at
night.  Cage comes free with them.

Any takers?  First come first served.

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[LincolnTalk] Excellent house painters!

2022-09-15 Thread Anne Warner

We just had our house repainted, and we used a team that did a truly excellent 
job at a price that was substantially below other bids we received. They were 
clean, efficient, pleasant, and thorough, and did a truly outstanding job. If 
you are thinking of having your house painted, these guys have our highest 
recommendation (and fall is a great time to get outdoor painting done!) The 
owner’s name is Hefer Santos, and you can reach him via text at +1 (774) 
285-2775.  I see by the sign on the side of his truck (HRPainting) that they 
also do interior paint jobs. Really high class work! Anne Warner

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Love Letter to Lincoln

2022-09-11 Thread Anne Warner

We all knew her, even if we didn’t know her name. The wonderful soul who pushed 
her red walker along the hilly sidewalks of Lincoln. Resting occasionally, 
always turning down offers of help or a ride with a smile. This was a person in 
love with life, a fixture of our town, and we shall miss her. 

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> On Sep 11, 2022, at 10:51 AM, Lisa Putukian via Lincoln 
>  wrote:
> 
> What a beautiful, remarkable tribute. I need another tissue…
> 
> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse typos!
> 
>>> On Sep 11, 2022, at 10:15 AM, K.P. Nichols  wrote:
>>> 
>> 
>> In the beginning she walked easily.  Four miles a day, seven days a week, no 
>> matter the weather.  Eager to meet you, wanting to hear your story, ready to 
>> tell a story, hoping your dog be friendly.
>>  
>> Thanks, nice dogs large and small, for warm fur and wet kisses.
>>  
>> Thanks, Lincoln Garden Club for the water fountain and the beauty of Peace 
>> Park.  She needed both.
>>  
>> Thanks to Lincoln’s school children who, racing past on Wednesday afternoons 
>> without knocking her down, gave of their exuberance.
>>  
>> Thanks, Lincoln, for offering her rides on wet and cold days. And for 
>> accepting when she cheerfully and unequivocally declined. Declining made her 
>> feel stronger.
>>  
>> She needs a cane now, hearing aids, glasses.  She forgets your names and 
>> faces, is amazed you know hers.
>>  
>> Thanks, Lincoln Police Department, for protecting her cross-walk and 
>> listening to her stories.
>>  
>> Thanks, Lincoln Library, for supplying a steady stream of good books.
>>  
>> She wears out several canes.  Now switches to a rollator – red -- so she can 
>> paint the town.  Miles per day decreases to three.  Pace, slow but resolute.
>>  
>> Thanks, Lincoln, for calling her an inspiration; it made her try harder. 
>>  
>> Thanks, bus drivers of Doherty’s Garage for every honk, wave, smile.  
>>  
>> Mark Twain said, “I can live for two months on a good compliment.” Thanks, 
>> young biker who shouted, “Hello, Invincible!”  
>>  
>> Pierce Hill Road gets steeper.  She stops to rest in the middle of the road. 
>> Thanks for stopping to ask if she’s ok. And for telling her to move over.
>>  
>> Onwards and upwards she walked.
>> It took three heart attacks to stop her.
>>  
>> Thank you, Lincoln, for seeing, accepting, protecting, and cherishing her.
>>  
>> When last seen, Mama was heading east towards Harvard Medical School, eager 
>> to tell a new story to medical students studying anatomy.
>>  
>> 
>> For Elinor P Nichols
>> (March 11,1927 - September 7, 2022)
>>  
>> By her daughter, Kathleen
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[LincolnTalk] Hollyhock seeds, anyone?

2022-08-27 Thread Anne Warner

I have a white hollyhock in my garden, the central stem of which grew to about 
12 feet tall (no exaggeration) with the outer stems being about 6-8 feet tall. 
It has almost gone fully to seed, and I am going to take it down this weekend. 
There are literally thousands of seeds in open pods, dry and ready for 
planting. Happy to give anyone who is interested a bunch of them. Any takers? 

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Comparable water usage??

2022-08-05 Thread Anne Warner

Please forgive me if this has already been asked and answered (there are so
many emails on this topic I've lost track) but where can we find the water
usage data for our own homes, please?  Anne Warner

On Thu, Aug 4, 2022 at 10:12 AM RAandBOB  wrote:

> Check out the water rates. Those in the bottom tier, which is equivalent
> to 65 gallons per person per day, pay $6.52 per 1000 gallons while those in
> the top tier and all those with an irrigation meter pay $32.13.
>
> Ruth Ann
> (She, her, hers)
>
> On Aug 3, 2022, at 7:51 PM, Sara Mattes  wrote:
>
> Remember, that is an average PER PERSON/day.
> Many use much less.
> Town data tells who is using what.
> I hope there is some enforcement pressure on those who exceed that 65
> gallons!
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> On Aug 3, 2022, at 2:01 PM, Elaine Hawkes  wrote:
>
> 
> Thank you for clarifying,  Ursula. Your email might have stuck wrong in my
> head!  It would be interesting to compare, if only to get ideas from towns
> who are doing better than we on how they are able to. But that might not be
> possible.
> Thanks,
> E
>
> On Wed, Aug 3, 2022 at 3:06 PM Ursula Nowak  wrote:
>
>> If you are referring to my email, I didn't say we are using more than our
>> neighboring towns. We are using more than the goal set by the state for us
>> which is 65 gallons per person per day. At least that is my understanding
>> of why we are a level above the state drought restrictions but perhaps a
>> member of the water commission could shed more light on this. I attended
>> part of their meeting on Friday and was impressed with their dedication and
>> diligence. I am grateful for the work they do on our behalf!
>> Ursula
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 3, 2022 at 2:45 PM Pat Gray  wrote:
>>
>>> First, is the data correct?
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
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>>> > On Aug 3, 2022, at 2:42 PM, Elaine Hawkes 
>>> wrote:
>>> >
>>> > Having read that our town uses more water than others, and not
>>> noticing that we, or our cars,  are any cleaner than average, I am
>>> wondering in what ways we are using so much water.
>>> > Does the data give any information?
>>> > Thanks,
>>> > Elaine
>>> > 🤔
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[LincolnTalk] "The Dog Days of Summer".....

2022-08-05 Thread Anne Warner

According to *NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC*, "To the Greeks and Romans, the 'dog
days' occurred around the time Sirius appears to rise alongside the sun, in
late July in the Northern Hemisphere. They believed *the heat from the two
stars combined is what made these days the hottest of the year". *Clearly
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Re: [LincolnTalk] ISO: Havahart Animal Trap (or similar) for groundhog under shed

2022-08-01 Thread Anne Warner

The solution I’ve found is a temporary one, but effective. Home Depot sells a 
power called “Rat Magic”. It doesn’t kills them, but it does repel them. I have 
to reapply it after rain, but they do disappear right after I sprinkle it 
around. And - it smells like cloves to me, so no bad odor. 

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> On Aug 1, 2022, at 1:54 PM, sally kindleberger  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> I have a friend whose elderly mother used to put urine soiled pads down the 
> woodchuck holes- not sure if it sent the woodchucks away - but it sure would 
> have worked on me!
> 
>> On Sun, Jul 31, 2022 at 5:30 PM Maureen At Beede 
>>  wrote:
>> View from my window a few weeks ago.  Counter 7 in all - 4 are camera shy   
>> I will be planting the lavender as soon as heat let’s up. Thanks for the 
>> idea Deborah 
>> 
>>> On Sat, Jul 30, 2022 at 9:35 AM Deborah Wallace  
>>> wrote:
>>> Liz,
>>> 
>>> This has been a gnarly project for me. I have tried  hiring a professional 
>>> trapper () which is a temporary solution because there’s rarely just 
>>> one ground particularly if you live near wetlands.
>>> 
>>> I have lured them out with sweet fruit. Cantaloupe and watermelon seem to 
>>> be favorites. This lures them out but then you’re left with relocation 
>>> problem.
>>> 
>>> I have installed small gauge wire (23 gauge galvanized hardware cloth with 
>>> mesh) around the base of the structure in combination with an animal 
>>> barrier consisting of underground spikes that prevents animals from digging 
>>> under the wire. Expensive but effective. Doniks on Amazon) is the brand I 
>>> have.
>>> 
>>> But the most effective, most environmentally safe and least expensive has 
>>> been planting Hidcote English lavender. Groundhogs and rodents in general 
>>> hate the strong scent and English lavender is supposed to have the 
>>> strongest scent compared to other varieties. I planted a bunch of these 
>>> about six weeks ago around the periphery of my yard and so far have not 
>>> seen a single groundhog. I know they’re frolicking in the wetlands but so 
>>> far they haven’t ventured onto my lawn.
>>> 
>>> Hope this is helpful.
>>> 
>>> Deborah 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
> On Jul 29, 2022, at 10:11 AM, Liz Taylor  wrote:
> 
 
 Good morning,
 
 Does anyone have a Havahart Animal Trap (or similar) to deal with a 
 groundhog under our shed? Or any experience to share with trapping, 
 relocating and deterring groundhogs?
 
 Thank you!
 Liz
 925-324-9735
>>> 
 
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