VALENTINE LUNCHEON with the SHERBORN MELODY MAKERS. Wed., Feb. 16, Noon, $6, Reservations Required. A special Valentine musical performance has been created for this luncheon. Don't miss the fun, food, music and door prizes! Our caterer for this event is Liberty's Pizza, serving their popular Chicken Broccoli Ziti, tossed salad and rolls. While dessert and coffee are being served, enjoy a musical tribute to love, with selections including Side By Side, Ain't Misbehavin', I'll Never Fall In Love Again, Puttin' On the Ritz and more! (We will be providing transportation for anyone who needs a ride; call 508-358-2990.)
INCOME TAX HELP. It’s that time of year again when our AARP Income Tax volunteers will be available to help low- to moderate-income seniors with the completion of their federal and state income tax returns. Appointments will be scheduled from early February through early April. You must call to make an appointment for your taxes. FYI: If you hold stocks, bonds or mutual funds, please hold off scheduling your appointment until after Feb. 17, as some firms do not mail out documents until that date.
FEBRUARY IS COA FOOD DRIVE MONTH FOR PARMENTER FOOD PANTRY. Please bring in any items you wish to donate and place them in the decorated box at the Council on Aging. Items that are
welcome include canned fruits, vegetables, and soup, dry cereal, coffee, tea, pasta, spaghetti sauce, and paper goods (paper towels, toilet paper).
BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OPEN REHEARSALS – BUS TRANSPORTATION
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.
“ART OF THE AMERICAS” AT THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS – Friday, Feb. 25, $40. Join us on a guided tour to see the MFA’s “Art of the Americas” that 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.
The motorcoach will depart from the Wayland Town Building at 9:30am, in time for the 10:15am guided tour of the new wing. After the tour, attendees are welcome to explore the museum.. The motorcoach will leave the MFA at 2:00pm and return to Wayland no later than 3pm. Reservations and prepayment required.
MOVIES at the COA. Complimentary refreshments. Bring your lunch and/or bring a friend. Showtime is 12:30pm. No reservations necessary. Upcoming films:
Friday, February 25, Disney’s SECRETARIAT (2010), PG, Sports/Drama, 1hr58min, starring Diane Lane, John Malkovich. Powerful and thrilling journey of the 1973 Triple Crown Winner and its owner, Penny Chenery, played by award nominee, Diane Lane. The story brings hope, heart and courage to audiences of all ages. (“One of the year’s beset films.” Roger Ebert, Film Critic.
Friday, March 11,CONVICTION (2010), R, Drama, 1hr46min, starring Hilary Swank, Minnie Driver. Based on a true story, a Massachusetts mother of two, works her way through law school in order to free her brother, wrongfully convicted of murder.
The POETRY of EDNA ST. VINCENT MILLAY and WALLACE STEVENS. Instructor: Dr. Eugene Narrett College Professor and Author; 5 Mondays: Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 and Apr. 4; 1:30-3:00pm; Pre-registration is required. $50
TAI CHI for Stress Reduction, Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am
Certified Instructor: Robin Natanel. 5 classes in March: $25 if pre-registered for month or $8.00/class if not.
Learn to use the Tai Chi form to increase your physical balance and "sense" of balance. Tai Chi allows you to physically, mentally and emotionally 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 participants’ individual needs. Tai Chi can lower blood pressure, improve balance, reduce pain and effective for stress reduction. Tai Chi is open to non-seniors* Those starting mid-month will be pro-rated at $5/class if registering for the month.
BETTER BALANCE“Independent and Upright Living”
Next session will start Feb. 11 (4 consecutive Fridays). $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. Use balls and weights while incorporating yoga and tai chi techniques to improve posture, flexibility, gait, breathing and endurance..
COMMUNITY NEWS: SHILLMAN HOUSE, Framingham, MA HOUSING LOTTERY FOR AFFORDABLE ASSISTED LIVING
Seniors eligible for one of the 90 income-restricted apartments at this new complex near the Wayland border need to complete and postmark their applications by Febrary 10, 2011 to be entered into the lottery. For additional information contact the Jewish Community Housing for the Elderly, 30 Wallingford Rd., Brighton, MA 02135, 617 912 8400 or on the web at www.shillmanhouse.org.
