Hello, Burlington!

If you’re shopping for Christmas, there’s only a week left to get everyone on your list the perfect gift. Be sure to check out our Guide to Winter for ideas for physical gifts as well as activities for the whole family. Whether it’s a gift card to a local fitness studio, a drop-in STEAM class, or a handmade gift this holiday season, you’ll find something for everyone—and some exclusive deals!—in the Guide.

Spread Holiday Cheer Today

If you’ve ever wanted to join a caroling chorus, today’s your day! The weather is mild, and it’s a perfect time to work with your neighbors to bring holiday cheer to some community members who need it. Meet up at noon today at the red doors of Sewall Hall at the United Church of Christ, 6 Lexington Street. You’ll receive music and a list of addresses and then join the car caravan.

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This Week in Burlington

Municipal Meetings and Community Events

Monday, December 18

• 5:30 PM - Zoning Bylaw Review Committee Sign Subcommittee Meeting (Virtual)
• 6:00 PM - Fox Hill Building Committee Meeting (BHS and Virtual)
• 6:30 PM - General Bylaw Review Committee (Virtual)
• 7:00-8:15 PM - Trivia Night (Virtual library event; Register)

Tuesday, December 19

• 10:30-11:00 AM - Toddler Storytime for kids ages 18-36 months (Library; No registration required)
• 3:00-4:00 PM - Teen Volunteer: Bookend Painting (Library; Registration Required)
• 7:00 PM - Shawsheen School Committee Meeting (Shawsheen HS and YouTube)
• 7:30 PM - Board of Appeals (Town Hall Main Hearing Room and broadcast on BCAT)

Wednesday, December 20

• 9:30-11:30 AM - 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (Virtual; Zoom Registration Required)
• 12:00-6:00 PM - Cousins Maine Lobster LAST DAY! (Wayside)
• 2:00 PM - Board of Health Tri-Ton Coalition Advisory Board Meeting (Virtual)
• 7:00 PM - Historical Commission (Grandview Farm)
• 7:00-8:00 PM - Teen Event: Snowflake Lanterns-Grades 6-12 (Library; Registration Required)

Thursday, December 21

• 12:30-3:00 PM - Bridge club (Human Resources Building, 2nd floor)
• 3:00-5:00 PM - Maker Meetup for Adults (afternoon meeting): Book Page Paper Flowers (Library; Registration Required)
• 6:30-7:15 PM - Cardboard Gingerbread Houses for Grades K-5 (Library; Registration Required)
• 6:30-8:30 PM - Maker Meetup for Adults (evening meeting): Book Page Paper Flowers (Library; Registration Required)

Friday, December 22

• No School until January 3! Winter Break begins today!
• 10:30 AM-4:00 PM or while supplies last: Pick up your craft kit for Paper Ornaments (Library Youth Desk; No Registration Required, While Supplies Last)

Saturday, December 23

• Don’t forget to check the Winter Guide for ideas for physical gifts or gift cards

Sunday, December 24

• Christmas Eve is tonight! Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!
• 9:00 AM-6:00 PM - Burlington Mall Christmas Eve hours; the mall will be closed on Monday!
• Library Closed Sunday and Monday

Sports and Activities

Our varsity basketball teams lost their games against Watertown on Friday evening, with girls falling 59-43 and boys ending 55-46.

Girls won their hockey game yesterday, beating Lexington 4-0. Boys tied with Lexington 3-3.

Teams this week have the chance to build on last week’s efforts and successes. Expect a full calendar of sports, including basketball, hockey, track, wrestling, and even cheerleading!

(Belated) Friday Funny

This is my kind of snow play.

Have a great Sunday, Burlington. I’ll see you bright and early tomorrow!

Nicci

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