LINCOLN — The Bridges presents “Knock Down the House” on Wednesday, June 12, at 7 p.m., at the library. This 2019 documentary tells the story of four women democrats running for Congress for the first time: Cori Bush from Missouri, Amy Vilela from Nevada, Paula Jean Swearengin from West Virginia and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from New York.
On Friday, June 14, from 1-3 p.m., the Lincoln Historical Society will be hosting Eileen Corcoran from the Vermont Historical Society to discuss the topic of “Building a Stronger History Community.” This event will be held at Burnham Hall. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served.
?“A Universe of Stories” is the theme for this year’s summer reading program. The kickoff event will be held on Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the library. There will be fun events, visiting guests, the reveal of the new 2019-2020 DCF books and materials for summer reading.
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Lincoln Transfer Station permits expire on Saturday, June 15. The new stickers are available for purchase during regular hours at the town office or at the Lincoln General Store. It costs $15 for the first one and $4 for each additional or replacement sticker per household. You must be a Lincoln resident or property owner to purchase one. This permit allows you to use the Lincoln Transfer Station to dispose of household trash, recycling, tires, metal, woody debris, or composted food. There are additional fees for trash and tire disposal, which you pay to the attendant at the transfer station. The Transfer Station is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Lincoln Fire Department will be hosting their annual Father’s Day chicken BBQ on Sunday, June 16, starting around 11:30 a.m. Adult meals are $10 and kids and half sizes are $7. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
The children’s craft session at the library will be held on Wednesday, June 19, at 10:30 a.m. Crafters will be using felt, ribbon and beads to make bookmarks. Make a few extras for presents. Materials and snack will be provided.
Until next time … Shine Bright. Believe You Can And You’re Halfway There. Enjoy Today.