“NEW YEAR ~ NEW BEGINNINGS”, Luncheon and Tunes from the 50s, 60s, Popular singer: Mark Shelton, Wed., Jan 5, Noon, Call COA for reservation. Celebrate the arrival of the new year as well as the exciting times ahead for the COA’s Marge O’Brien as she enters that coveted chapter of life: RETIREMENT! Marge has been an extraordinary team member. Her extreme competence, ability to multi-task in a hectic environment, great sense of humor, warmth and compassion will be greatly missed. Make your reservations now for this great time, catered by JJ McKays at the Wayland COA ($6). Be sure to sign our special book for Marge by stopping into the center or sending in a special note for us to include in her book. Dynamic performer Mark Shelton will mirror the vocals of many music legends.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST to honor COA Marge O’Brien, Fri, Jan 7, 9:30-11:30am. For those unable to join us at the New Year – New Beginnings Luncheon but would like to wish Marge well, please join us at this informal Continental Breakfast, Friday morning, January 7, 9:30-11:30am. Be sure to sign our special “Memories Book” for Marge or send in a card or note that we could add to the book.
ART MAKES US HUMAN Luncheon and Lecture with Dynamic Speaker, Wednesday, Jan 19, Noon, $6. .Humans are the only living creatures that make art. Join us for this fascinating and most enjoyable mini history of western civilization from the caves to the shuttle. See how art and civilization depend upon each other. This speaker has received rave reviews for this presentation. Reservations required for this special buffet luncheon program. This presentation has received great reviews.
“ART OF THE AMERICAS” AT THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS – Thursday, January 27 – $40. Join us on a guided tour to see the new wing of the Museum! “Art of the Americas” showcases more than 5,000 works of art produced in North, Central and South America over the course of three millennia. Art in all media is arranged chronologically on four floors. Trip includes transportation, admission, and a guided tour of the new wing. Lunch on your own. We‟ve made arrangements to accommodate more people! Call to sign up and to get details on departure/arrival times.
BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OPEN REHEARSALS – Bus transportation for the remainder of the 2010/2011 Season. There are three evening rehearsals remaining: Feb. 23, Apr. 6, and May 4; Transportation for the remaining rehearsals is $60. For those attending the two remaining morning rehearsals ( Jan. 13 and March 10), cost for transportation to the morning session is $40. To order Open Rehearsal tickets, call the BSO at 888-266-7575. To schedule your bus transportation, contact the COA office at 508-358-2990.
COA VAN TRIPS: (The van has a limited number of seats, so these trips are for Wayland residents only. Call the COA early to reserve a spot.)
Monday, January 10: Trip to Market Basket in Ashland. Van leaves at 8:45 and return to Wayland at 1:00.
Thursday, January 20: Around Town Van Trip. Go to local stores, CVS, the library, etc. Pick ups start at 9:00; return home by 1:00.
Monday, January 24: Trip to Market Basket in Ashland. Van leaves at 8:45 and return to Wayland at 1:00
MOVIES at the COA. Complimentary refreshments. Bring your lunch and/or bring a friend. Showtime is 12:30pm. No reservations necessary. Upcoming films to be shown in January:
Friday, January 14: “COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER” (1980) Starring Sissy Spacek, Tommy Lee Jones and Levon Helm, PG, 2hr5min. Sissy Spacek won a much-deserved Oscar for her lead in this entertaining biography of country music legend Loretta Lynn. Lynn's adult life is well covered, from her spouse's philandering to her own on-stage crackups; but between the chapter-and-verse recollections, the script is layered with life and moments of great humor.
Friday, January 28: "RED" (2010), PG-13, 1 hr51min. Frank (Bruce Willis), Joe (Morgan Freeman), Marvin (John Malkovich) and Victoria (Helen Mirren) used to be the CIA's top agents – but the secrets they know make them the Agency's top targets. Now framed for assassination, they must use all of their collective cunning, experience and teamwork to stay one step ahead of their deadly pursuers and stay alive. An explosive action-comedy! NEW RELEASE, GREAT REVIEWS!
College Professor and Author to offer POETRY COURSE. Explore the works of EDNA ST. VINCENT MILLAY and WALLACE STEVENS, Mondays, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 and Apr. 4. $50 (5 week session; 1:30-3:00pm, 90-minute classes). Dr. Eugene Narrett, author and visiting professor at several Boston area universities, returns to Wayland to offer another one of his popular courses. Course Currriculum: Edna St. Vincent Millay lived a passionate and celebrated life in Manhattan. Her sonnets are beautifully accomplished and pow-erful adventures in passion and thought. Students will examine 6-8 poems. The class will then examine 3-4 poems by Wallace Stevens. Stevens' poetry offers a glimpse at the power of the metaphor and how to see and experience life as purely and vividly as possible. Pre-registration is required. We anticipate full enrollment in this Series, so please sign up early.
TAI CHI for Stress Reduction, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am, Certified Instructor: Robin Natanel. 4 sessions in January $20 (or $8.00/class if not pre-registered.) Learn to use the Tai Chi form to increase your physical balance and "sense" of balance. Tai Chi allows you to physically, mentally and emo-tionally feel YOUR flow aligning with the flow of nature. The class begins with music and meditation, some Qi Qong breathing techniques, temple exercises for flexible joints and strength, then the Tai Chi form itself. Class adapts to the participant‟s individual needs. Tai Chi can lower blood pressure, improve balance, reduce pain and effective for stress reduction. Tai Chi is open to non-seniors*
BETTER BALANCE “Independent and Upright Living”. Next session held on the following dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28 – $25/4 wks. All classes are on Fridays, 10:30-11:30am in the Hearing Room. Leslie Worris of the Wellness Alliance teaches strategies to avoid and prevent falls. Have fun while learning to improve your balance and increase strength.
