[LincolnTalk] Cooler Concord | Concord EV Showcase September 14th 1-4, 23 Bradford St West Concord, MA

If you are thinking about getting an electric vehicle it’s really nice to try sitting in them side by side. I know that after a few days of visiting car dealerships and trying out a couple at each one, I can’t remember which is which. Concord is having an EV drive day on Sept. 14th. They will

[LincolnTalk] hard hat

I need 6 hard hats for a Halloween escape room prop. If you have one to lend or sell please let me know. It would be great to not buy new! Tool boxes would be great too! Can you guess the theme? Thanks, Belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Brow

[LincolnTalk] Get to Know the Garden Club: Sunday September 8th @ 10 am

Are you interested in meeting more people in town? The Lincoln Garden Club has 128 members and we would love to meet you! Gardens are not a requirement, we have a variety of interests as well. If you want to find out more, to come to a Juice Refresher Party on Sunday, September 8th at 10 am. Pl

[LincolnTalk] Meet with Green Energy Coaches Saturday, September 14 from 1-4 pm

Do you have questions about long distance travel in an EV? Are you worried about indoor air quality but unsure about induction stoves? Is your aging hot water tank inefficient? Do you want to learn more about saving energy with a heat pump dryer? Lincoln Green Energy Coaches are here to help yo

[LincolnTalk] Get to Know the Garden Club: Sunday September 8th @ 10 am

The Lincoln Garden Club invites anyone interested in joining the club to come to a Juice Refresher Party on Sunday, September 8th at 10 am. It’s an opportunity to meet some of our members and socialize. Committee chairs will be there to answer questions about what the club does. Please contact m

[LincolnTalk] photo of grout

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[LincolnTalk] grout almond colored

We have most of a container of almond colored grout left over from installing a backsplash behind our stove. Free to anyone with a tile project! Belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/priva

[LincolnTalk] Tomorrow: Pierce House 11:30-1 Electric Yard Care Products and Electric Vehicles

Electric lawn mowers use less energy, produce less CO2, and are quieter! Join CFREE at the Pierce House tomorrow after the parade to check out electric yard care products as well as electric cars. Chat GPT gave me some statistics on gas mowers vs electric mowers: Gas Lawnmower: Approximately 3.

[LincolnTalk] New Refrigerant Laws for air conditioners and heat pumps

Are you thinking of installing a heat pump or air conditioner in the near future? Ask what refrigerant is being used! The current common refrigerant (R410A) has a high Global Warming Potential so it is bad if it leaks. Starting in January, systems should be using a much lower GWP refrigerant (su

[LincolnTalk] Needed: EV vehicles for 4th of July car show

Do you have a Cyber truck? Chevy Blazer Equinox? Genesis CV60 or GV70? CFREE is looking for ambassadors and their EV cars/trucks to join us on the 4th of July at the EV car show after the parade. We will be at the Pierce House from 11:30 am to 1 pm but we would like you to park your car before t

[LincolnTalk] Electric Vehicles with ambassadors for 4th of July car show

Do you have an EV you would like to show off? CFREE is looking for ambassadors and their cars/trucks to join us on the 4th of July at the EV car show after the parade. We will be at the Pierce House from 11:30 am to 1 pm but we would like you to park your car before the parade to avoid traffic.

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero 2024 #9 - Embodied Carbon June 12th@7 pm

 Getting to Zero 2024 #9 - Embodied Carbon June 12th@7 pm What do you know about embodied, upfront, or operational carbon? Why is this topic fundamental to the issues of climate change? Find out on June 12th at 7:00pm when the Lincoln CFREE committee will be hosting a Zoom event with Tim Loc

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero 2024 #8 – Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Foods in the 21st Century June 6th @ 7pm

Getting to Zero 2024 #8 Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Foods in the 21st Century June 6th @ 7pm Donaldson Room A significant amount of your carbon footprint is generated by the foods you consume. Join Charles Sizer and Vicky Diadiuk at Town Offices June 6th at 7 pm as they provide insight

Re: [LincolnTalk] Case studies of Heat Pumps for air conditioning and heating Tuesday April 29th at 7 pm

I'm sorry, The heat pump talk is Monday at 7pm via zoom! [ https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUof-GrrDksH9xR0tQvcWsZpgrv4QfmsLCs] Belinda On Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at 4:52 PM Cynthia E. Bencal wrote: > Tuesday is April 30. > > On Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at 4:46 PM Be

[LincolnTalk] Case studies of Heat Pumps for air conditioning and heating Tuesday April 29th at 7 pm

Are you interested in air conditioning for your home? Have you been looking for a greener solution to heating your home? Every home's heating system is different and a challenge. Join us Tuesday April 29th as Ants Hartman shows three different systems he has designed for homes including heat recove

[LincolnTalk] free glass top table

Cute table with frosted glass top 31 x 63 x 29.5H It doesn’t have original suction cups between legs and glass I am told but it worked well for our escape room. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mai

[LincolnTalk] table, free!

4’ x 18 x 30-- 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.

[LincolnTalk] sheet rock

I just repaired some holes left by a plumber and have most of a sheet of sheetrock left if anyone wants it. It’s 8’ long and about 3’ at the widest. Belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/p

Re: [LincolnTalk] Hanscom Noise Hotline

r 12, 2023 at 09:04:02 PM EDT, Belinda Gingrich > wrote: > > > The Hanscom Airport Noise Report Line is 781-869-8050. It’s a recorded line > and they take all your information and the time of the noise so they can > respond and track complaints. > > Best, > Belinda

Re: [LincolnTalk] Hanscom Noise Hotline

The Hanscom Airport Noise Report Line is 781-869-8050. It’s a recorded line and they take all your information and the time of the noise so they can respond and track complaints. Best, Belinda > On Sep 12, 2023, at 6:34 PM, melinda bruno-smith > wrote: > > Howdy neighbors > > I am noticin

[LincolnTalk] glass slides and picture frame with plexiglass

Dear Lincoln Talk, We are working on an escape room for Halloween fun and I was hoping you could spare some treasures that I need. 31.5" x 21.5” picture frame with plexiglass as for a poster for a dorm room. The measurements do not need to be exact. 5 microscope slides and coverslips. Our mic

[LincolnTalk] Wine and Cheese to learn more about the Lincoln Garden Club September 10th at 4 pm

The Lincoln Garden Club invites anyone interested in joining the club to come to a wine and cheese party on September 10th at 4 pm. It’s an opportunity to meet some of our members and socialize. Committee chairs will be there to answer questions about what the club does. Please contact me at be

[LincolnTalk] Hang Dry Week August 19-26th

Celebrate your ‘right to dry' in Lincoln! It’s National Hang Dry Week. Save energy, money, and make a small step for the planet with your choice to dry with solar energy. To participate this week: Hang your laundry when the rain lets up Share a Photo of your drying technology #hangdryweek liste

Re: [LincolnTalk] Garage Door Maintenance?

I liked S&S Overheaddoor in Waltham. They fixed our older door with a new lift master, springs, and pulleys. Belinda > On Jul 12, 2023, at 8:46 AM, John Mendelson wrote: > > Hello LT, > > I am looking for someone who can work on our older garage doors and would > appreciate a recommendation.

[LincolnTalk] Plugs for sale of Packera aurea

This is a picture I took May 18th of Packera aurea I bought as plugs in 2021. The Garden Club is selling plugs of this ground cover again. Reserve plants on the garden club website. Pick up is from 146 Bedford Road. Please contact me to arrange a good time.  https://www.lincolngardenclub.org

[LincolnTalk] Radon meters to borrow at the Library of Things

Is your house on rock? Have you measured your radon levels lately? The Lincoln Library has radon meters to borrow from their Library of Things. If you haven’t seen the Library of Things, look for the DVD cases across from the circulation librarian. The Airthings meter is put in a location, idea

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: #7 Clean Electric Power for Massachusetts May 23rd @ 7pm

Now that the Eversourse rates have been released, do you have questions about our aggregation program, why we are in it, does it make the world better? Come listen tonight at 7 pm to Paul Gromer from Peregrine discuss the issues of green electricity. Getting to Zero Series! #7 Clean Electric

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: #7 Clean Electric Power for Massachusetts May 23rd @ 7pm

This will be the last in our Getting to Zero Series. If you have questions about our towns aggregation program for electricity, how the system works and the bigger picture, this is will be a great discussion. Getting to Zero Series! #7 Clean Electric Power for Massachusetts May 23rd at 7 pm

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: #6 The Builder's Perspective - Green Building and Restoration

Getting to Zero Series! #6 The Builder's Perspective – Green Building and Restoration May 18th at 7 pm Do you love the look of your home but the chill is getting you down? Can any home become energy efficient, or is Net Zero just for new construction? Can Modern homes keep their uniquenes

[LincolnTalk] FS: summer activity

 This ecosystem is unused. Lists for $100. The LGC is selling it for $10. On a similar note, we have a used worm composter for sale, $25 to host the best pets ever! https://unclejimswormfarm.com/product/indoor-compost-bin/can-o-worms-free-worms/ Can-O-Worms unclejimswormfarm.com-- The Linco

[LincolnTalk] If you missed the plant sale...

The Lincoln Garden Club sale was a great success on Saturday but we still have a lot of plants. If you missed the sale and want to check out the inventory before we donate it to our favorite charity, please contact me to set up a time in the next couple of days. A few of the plants we still have

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: #7 Clean Electric Power for Massachusetts May 23rd @ 7pm

Getting to Zero Series! #7 Clean Electric Power for Massachusetts May 23rd at 7 pm Bewildered by clean, carbon-free electricity supply options and marketing buzz? Hesitant about opting up to "100% Green" in Lincoln's electricity program because you aren't certain how it reduces carbon emissio

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: #6 The Builder's Perspective - Green Building and Restoration

Getting to Zero Series! #6 The Builder's Perspective – Green Building and Restoration May 18th at 7 pm Do you love the look of your home but the chill is getting you down? Can any home become energy efficient, or is Net Zero just for new construction? Can Modern homes keep their uniqueness

[LincolnTalk] Tomorrow: Getting to Zero #5 Heat Pumps: Myths, Design Issues, and Operating Recommendations April 27th at 12 pm

Getting to Zero Series! #5 Heat Pumps: Myths, Design Issues, and Operating Recommendations April 27th at 12 pm Do you need a new air conditioner? Are you heating with fuel oil or propane? Do you no longer want fossil fuels in you home? Join us for Heat Pumps 201 as we interview Rob Basnett fr

Re: [LincolnTalk] Poison ivy mitigation?

Cooper’s Poison Ivy Eradication Service is listed in the Lincoln Directory. I’ve never used him but he has supported the Lincoln library for years. 978-456-8875 cooperspoisonivy.com > On Apr 26, 2023, at 9:21 AM, Sara R via Lincoln > wrote: > > Hello Lincoln, friends, > > I know historically

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero #5 Heating Your Home April 27th at 12 pm

Getting to Zero Series! #5 Heating Your Home April 27th at 12 pm Do you need a new air conditioner? Are you heating with fuel oil or propane? Do you no longer want fossil fuels in you home? Join us for Heat Pumps 201 as we interview Rob Basnett from Basnett Plumbing on myths, design issues,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Fun quiz, see what you know about recycling

Thanks Anne. It was fun! > On Apr 20, 2023, at 9:44 PM, Anne Sobol wrote: > > https://wapo.st/3LhDv7s > -- > 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 se

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero #5: Heat Pumps April 27th at 12 pm

Getting to Zero Series! #5 Heating Your Home April 27th at 12 pm Do you need a new air conditioner? Are you heating with fuel oil or propane? Do you no longer want fossil fuels in the house? Join us for Heat Pumps 201 as we interview Rob Basnett from Basnett Plumbing on myths, design issues,

[LincolnTalk] Lincoln Garden Club Plant Sale May 13th, 11-2 @ Station Park

Getting Ready for Spring! The Lincoln Garden Club is having their biennial Plant Sale on Saturday May 13th. It will be held at Station Park this year, at the corner of Lincoln Rd and Ridge Road, across from the Post office. The plant sale will run from 11am - 2pm. The plants sold come from our

Re: [LincolnTalk] Bill McKibben in Concord Tonight - Missing Link

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bill-mckibben-speaks-on-climate-change-migration-racism-zoom-tickets-560701793157 Bill McKibben Speaks on Climate Change, Migration, Racism: Zoom eventbrite.com > On Apr 2, 2023, at 12:50 PM, Robert Domnitz wrote: > > Thanks for all the response I just got, but I'm

Re: [LincolnTalk] Enjoy video of Lincoln School building

I did as well but refreshed the page and it was fine. > On Apr 1, 2023, at 12:17 PM, Leslie Turek wrote: > > When I clicked on the link, I got a page that displayed the following text: > { "errors": [ { "message": "permission denied", "code": "1100" } ] } > Tried it twice and got the same thing

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero Series! #3: Adding Solar March 21st at 12 pm

Do you want to reduce the cost of your electric bill? Would you like to capture a 30% federal tax credit? Think Solar! Adding Solar, the third presentation in the Getting to Zero series, will be given by Roy Van Cleef, Manager of Sales for New England Clean Energy. Roy will discuss recent tec

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero Series! #3: Adding Solar March 21st at 12 pm

Do you want to reduce the cost of your electric bill? Would you like to capture a 30% federal tax credit? Think Solar! Adding Solar, the third presentation in the Getting to Zero series, will be given by Roy Van Cleef, Manager of Sales for New England Clean Energy. Roy will discuss recent tec

Re: [LincolnTalk] Tour of Waste Management Material Recovery Facility

Jeff > > >> >> On Wed, Mar 1, 2023 at 2:36 PM Belinda Gingrich > <mailto:belinda.gingr...@gmail.com>> wrote: >>> >>> WMM Facility Tour >>> youtube.com >>> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJqfWB1oZo8>WMM Facility Tour

[LincolnTalk] Tour of Waste Management Material Recovery Facility

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJqfWB1oZo8 WMM Facility Tour youtube.com In October a small group of volunteers from the Green Energy Committee and Mothers Out front toured the facility where Lincoln’s recyclables go. The Waste Management Material Recovery Facility (WMM) in Billerica is a form

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: Windows Tuesday at 12pm

 Getting to Zero Series! #2 Windows February 28th at 12 pm Does your home have leaky single pane windows? Do you wish for a clear view of the outdoors and a fresh look for your home? Window science has advanced and replacements to tighten up your home can make large differences to comfort.

Re: [LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: Windows February 28th at 12pm

eo via email. Below is also a link to yesterday’s recording of the Envelope with great case studies. Belinda > On Feb 21, 2023, at 10:57 PM, Belinda Gingrich > wrote: > > Getting to Zero Series! > #2 Windows > February 28th at 12 pm > > Does your home have lea

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero: Windows February 28th at 12pm

Getting to Zero Series! #2 Windows February 28th at 12 pm Does your home have leaky single pane windows? Do you wish for a clear view of the outdoors and a fresh look for your home? There are great options for window replacement to tighten up and beautify your home. And tax incentives availab

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero Series #1 The Envelope and #2 Windows

Below is the registration for two upcoming programs on February 21st and 28th. Each one requires a separate registration. Getting to Zero Series! #1 the Envelope February 21st at 7 pm Is your home cold and drafty? Are your heating bills so high they get you down? There are considerable sta

[LincolnTalk] Getting to Zero Series! Feb 21st 7pm Reducing fossil fuel usage at home

Getting to Zero Series! #1 the Envelope February 21st at 7 pm Is your home cold and drafty? Are your heating bills so high they get you down? There are considerable state and federal incentives available to make your home more energy efficient. Come and hear more! How to improve the Envelop

[LincolnTalk] Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot

Alice Waugh from the Lincoln Squirrel is allowing me to share five great articles she wrote about the transfer station: Single-Stream Recycling, Trash, Other Recycling at the TS, Other Recycling Not at the TS, and the Three R’s. Below is an adapted version based on the original from Lincoln Squi

Re: [LincolnTalk] fabric recycling drop off?

The clothing bins will take rags. They should be reasonably clean. If they have been used to change oil or such, they should be thrown away. > On Jan 5, 2023, at 11:31 AM, Virginia Goodwin > wrote: > > Is there a fabric recycling drop off bin somewhere on the school campus? I > see bins for c

[LincolnTalk] Free desk frame

Is anyone interested in a desk frame for a 63 x 31 Ikea Galant desk. I have the legs which adjust in height with a wrench and the platform that holds them together with the desk top. I don’t have the desk top. Belinda-- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.or

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln Water Quality

I like Life straw. I can spell the residue from the chlorine after going through a Brita. I think it really helps in the summer when the water can be a bit strong. I haven’t tried it in other towns where the water can have a much stronger smell and taste than ours. Belinda > On Sep 2, 2022, at

[LincolnTalk] Compost Shed RESCUED from Stinky Diaper!

Black Earth Compost today drove by the Transfer Station Compost Shed, took one whiff and quickly drove away. Apparently a Lincolnite had dropped off a used diaper along with assorted non-compostables into the compost bins. Luckily two (unnamed) volunteers executed a dumpster dive and quickly

[LincolnTalk] Heat Pump Clothes Dryer

Does anyone have a Heat Pump Dryer? I would love to hear your experiences! There’s a Sierra Club presentation coming up if anyone else is interested. Dryers don’t seem to break often and are more reparable according to the repairman I had 10 years ago, but this seems to be the first big improvem

[LincolnTalk] EV table lost and found

If you left this at our table today, let me know. Belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscripti

[LincolnTalk] July 4th: Energy Independence Day! Come check out Electric Cars at the Pierce House from 11:30am-1:00pm

Come celebrate Energy Independence Day on the 4th of July with Electric Vehicles on show at the Pierce House after the parade. If you have been wanting to learn more about EV’s but couldn’t find one on show at the dealers come visit us! We will have these cars on site: Ford Mach-e Tesla Chevr

Re: [LincolnTalk] Deli Counter Plastic Waste

Yesterday I tried bringing my own containers for the first time. I visited Versa de Punjab in Bedford. I called in the order, dropped off the dishes 15 min later. Next time I’l drop off the containers with the order and go shopping at whole foods or stop and shop, we were heading that way anyhow

Re: [LincolnTalk] Deli Counter Plastic Waste

At ‘my’ deli the butcher must also change gloves between each order. That’s a lot of plastic too! Belinda > On Jun 26, 2022, at 12:04 PM, Christopher Eliot wrote: > > I just read a BBC article on plastic waste, > https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-61551500 >

[LincolnTalk] EV Car Show July 4th at Pierce House 11:30-1

The Lincoln Green Energy Committee is planning to celebrate Energy Independence Day on the 4th of July with Electric Vehicles on show at the Pierce House after the parade. If you have been wanting to learn more about EV’s but couldn’t find one on show at the dealers come visit us! We'll have a

Re: [LincolnTalk] percent of residents enrolled in LGEC and which catagories

I think I just send a boo boo to Lincoln Talks. My apologies! belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change y

[LincolnTalk] percent of residents enrolled in LGEC and which catagories

Hi CJ, Do you have stats of how many people are enrolled and how many are enrolled in 100%? We are looking for humorous sign ideas for the 4th of July and that might be a good option. Thanks, Belinda -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archi

Re: [LincolnTalk] Car battery charger suggestions for an electric car (not a Tesla)

Our family used a 120 v outlet for 18 months. It was during the pandemic we installed the level 2 because everyone wanted to drive the electric car since it wasn’t tied up all day in a distant parking lot (avoiding the gas stations was a plus too). We find we only need it on rare occasions but i

[LincolnTalk] Air Source and Ground Source Heating and Cooling, Sunday May 15, 2:00 pm

Just a reminder if you are interested in heating and cooling options, we have a program this Sunday via zoom. See the registration link below. Tired of dragging out your window air conditioners every year? Looking for the most comfortable, cost-effective way to cool your home? Look no further t

Re: [LincolnTalk] Tub to shower conversion

Please share with us as well! > On Apr 26, 2022, at 9:15 AM, Ann Odessey wrote: > > We are planning a tub to shower conversion. Would love recommendations from > anyone who has gone through this process as there are many companies out > there with varying approaches and products. > Thanks! >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Free: Old car tires

Doherty’s (259-8484) says they will pick up for $5 and $10 if they have the rim. It’s $6 if you drop them off. If you toss them in the trash the town will get charged ~$50 so please don’t do that! > On Apr 9, 2022, at 9:19 AM, Vicki Konstandakis > wrote: > > You can take them to a gas/repai

Re: [LincolnTalk] New striping on Farrar road

Have you heard about No-Mow May? Here’s an article from the NYT about it. Newton is running a campaign too. Wouldn’t it be great if Lincoln did this as well! https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/28/travel/no-mow-may-wisconsin.html?searchResultPosition=1

Re: [LincolnTalk] Town land along Old County Rd

Writing from LLCT and Town Conservation: Thank you for your efforts! We are very excited to announce that we are planning a Town-wide “Green Up Day” for Earth Day. In the week leading up to Earth Day we will be encouraging folks to self-organize clean ups or participate in an organized clean up

Re: [LincolnTalk] The politician's syllogism | RE: Forcing Lincoln to ban use of gas and oil at home? RE: Webinars regarding Citizen's Petition for Town meeting

gt; (and, boy, I really should go to bed). But, hey, I got asked the question. > The bottom line actual answer is – “wanting to address climate change is > admirable; acknowledging that there’s nothing that the town of Lincoln can do > that will actually have an effect on climate change

Re: [LincolnTalk] Forcing Lincoln to ban use of gas and oil at home? RE: Webinars regarding Citizen's Petition for Town meeting

Hi Dennis, What would you do to solve the climate crisis? You give well thought out ideas and it would be interesting to hear your proposals. India and China may be producing more greenhouse gases, as they are supporting a few more people, but should we do nothing? What ideas to you have for Li

[LincolnTalk] State and Federal incentives for greening up!

There are incentives, some larger this year and some phasing out that you may want to pursue if these projects were on your horizon. There is also a Mass Save Heat Loan for up to $25,000 f

Re: [LincolnTalk] Radon Remediation systems installers?

After having the Radon Man come out and tell us that with our soil and age of the house 1950’s he couldn’t guarantee how effective the remediation would be and we should look at a energy recovery ventilator so our basement air is exchanged with clean air but runs through a heat exchanger so it d

[LincolnTalk] Recording of EV event if you missed it

Did you see all the Super Bowl ads for Electric Vehicles? Check out why there is so much hype. This recording of our Tuesday Zoom event. https://www.lincolngreenenergy.org/single-post/electric-vehicle-video-recording

[LincolnTalk] Gas leaks

The induction stove top at the library is busy making rounds. I feel bad promoting these stoves when its next to impossible to buy a full sized range right now. Hopefully they will repopulate the stores with cars and cat food this spring! This article was in the NYT yesterday about a study whic

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

.net> Bob Wolf, Belinda Gingrich, Ed Kern Woodacre Residential Heating & Cooling <https://woodacrehvac.com/> (many locations) Sara Mattes Basnett Plumbing and Heating <http://basnettplumbing.com/> 978-431-2906 Tim Mangini Muirfield Mechanical Services <http://muirfie

Re: [LincolnTalk] [The Washington Post] Citing danger to freshwater, scientists say we need to put brakes on road salts

Wow! Is the salt truck broken? All this salt is going to be pushed to the side of the road at the first plow truck. I understand a bit for safety after ice forms but this looks like a malfunction! A neighbor said she had to carry her dog through it because the crystals were so big and shar

Re: [LincolnTalk] Cardboard is a precious resource—Please recycle it Lincoln!

https://recyclesmartma.org/results-materials/ I think the TS documents may not have caught up. According to recyclesmartma.org grease is okay. Belinda > On Dec 29, 2021, at 12:53 PM, Staci Montori wrote: > > Hi Susa

Re: [LincolnTalk] Tips for Eco-Friendly Gift Giving this Holiday Season

Thanks Emily! I picked some of these up for stocking stuffers. Level 99 in Natick Mall would make a great experience gift for young adults. It’s an older person’s version of Boda Borg. Belinda > On Dec 8, 2021, at 12:47 PM, Emily Haslett wrote: > > “You cannot get through a single day witho

Re: [LincolnTalk] Remedy for Browning Pine Needles?

Over the years we have spot treated our hemlocks with horticultural oil on lower limbs when we see the bugs. We haven’t done it in a couple of years. I think the balance has been won here (fingers crossed). Belinda > On Oct 14, 2021, at 11:39 AM, Michael Dembowski wrote: > > Tree Notes/Questio

Re: [LincolnTalk] crazy/snake/jumping worms ?

Worm grunting won’t get rid of all of them but can reduce them in a lawn area. I follow my husband as he mows and the worms come to the surface thinking there’s a mole about. I’ve picked up a pound from our small front lawn. Unfortunately it doesn’t work in flower beds because we can’t see the w

[LincolnTalk] Survey for EV owners

ConnectDER is working to lower residential EV charger installation costs and time. They are currently surveying EV owners/lessees to understand their experiences buying EV chargers for their home. If you have and EV or PHEV they have a 5 minute survey to help their research. https://docs.google