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Needham Council on Aging
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Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s
Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's causes changes in memory, thinking and behavior that are not normal aging. Learn about: the difference between normal aging and Alzheimer's; common warning signs; the importance of early detection and the benefits of diagnosis; next steps and expectations for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer's Association resources. Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, […]
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Day of the Dead Comes to the Center
Day of the Dead Comes to the Center
Come to the Center to learn more about this native Mexican tradition rooted in the belief that life on Earth is preparation for the next world and maintaining a strong relationship with the dead is important. You’ll watch a documentary and celebrate. Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- […]
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Broadway Baritone, James Michael
Broadway Baritone, James Michael
James Michael, a world class baritone, will perform his widely and critically acclaimed production of "Melodies of Memories and Miracles Broadway Classics". Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- 4:00pm. If you have questions about other Council on Aging programs, email akelley@needhamma.gov.
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Driver Safety with AARP
Driver Safety with AARP
In this class you will refresh your safe driving techniques and learn how to adjust your driving to compensate for age-related physical changes. Our friends from AARP are here to make sure we stay safe on the road! Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- 4:00pm. If you have […]
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Daniel Day-Lewis with Deb Block
Daniel Day-Lewis with Deb Block
One of the most respected actors of his generation, Daniel Day-Lewis is the only man who has won three Oscars for Best Actor: My Left Foot (1989), There Will Be Blood (2007) and Lincoln (2012). View film clips of several of his movies and interviews with the actor. Cost: Free To register to attend these […]
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Field Trip to the Museum of Fine Arts
Field Trip to the Museum of Fine Arts
Let’s head to the MFA in Boston for a peek at some of the collections and current exhibits. Cost: $10 To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- 4:00pm. If you have questions about other Council on Aging programs, email akelley@needhamma.gov.
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Elder Orphans
Elder Orphans
An “elder orphan” is defined as someone who is aging alone with no family available to address their caregiving needs. More than 1 in 5 Americans older than 65 are at risk of becoming an elder orphan. In this presentation by Lynn Croft, we will learn the issues faced by this category of people. And […]
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Real Estate Confidential: What You Need to Know in This Crazy Market!
Real Estate Confidential: What You Need to Know in This Crazy Market!
The inventory of homes in Needham has been low for years and has diminished even more since the pandemic. Builders are becoming more aggressive and that is not always good for you as a seller. This class will help you understand how the continued low inventory has impacted the market and give you the information […]
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Global History with Dr. Lanny Bruce Fields: Su Shi and Aging
Global History with Dr. Lanny Bruce Fields: Su Shi and Aging
Su Shi (1037-1101) is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished figures in Chinese Literature. Join us for this fascinating program highlighting the life of the Chinese calligrapher, essayist, gastronome, pharmacologist, poet, politician, and travel writer during the Song dynasty. Dr. Fields is a history professor who taught at California State University at San […]
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Tour of Boston Symphony Hall
Tour of Boston Symphony Hall
Join us as we head into Boston to tour the first home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Symphony Hall is widely regarded as one of the top concert halls in the world. Get a peek behind the scenes and learn about the fascinating history of this first-of-its-kind concert hall. Cost: $10 To register to attend […]
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Meet Julia Child! – the Beloved French Chef
Meet Julia Child! – the Beloved French Chef
Presented by Delvena Theater Company This is a live performance featuring Lynne Moulton as Julia Child doing what she did best. Learn more about her life – from her privileged childhood in California when she had no interest in food, except for eating what the family’s private chef prepared – to becoming one of the […]
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Annual Thanksgiving Feast with Avita
Annual Thanksgiving Feast with Avita
Join us as Avita spoils us with a wonderful Thanksgiving feast. Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- 4:00pm. If you have questions about other Council on Aging programs, email akelley@needhamma.gov.
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The Nature of Raja Ampat with Joy: From Birds of Paradise to Walking Sharks
The Nature of Raja Ampat with Joy: From Birds of Paradise to Walking Sharks
Raja Ampat is composed of a group of islands in Northern Indonesia, so one of the best ways to explore is by boat. The landscape, both above and below, is strikingly beautiful. Above the water it is home to unique and colorful wildlife, from hornbills and bright red lorikeets to the Red Bird of Paradise […]
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The USS Bunker Hill with Bob Begin
The USS Bunker Hill with Bob Begin
The USS Bunker Hill was an aircraft carrier which saw extensive action in the Pacific during World War Two. Built in Quincy, MA and launched one year after the attack on Pearl Harbor, she would be the victim of Kamikaze attacks off Okinawa on May 11,1945. Suffering heavy casualties and damage, her crew would keep […]
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Hershey: Great American Chocolate Factory
Hershey: Great American Chocolate Factory
What better way to celebrate National Chocolate Day than by learning the history of Hershey Chocolate. We will watch the documentary Hershey: Great American Chocolate Factory and learn about the history, how the chocolate is made and other interesting facts you may not know. There will be a surprise treat made famous by Hershey Chocolate […]
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Michael Brophy Presents The Orphan Train Movement
Michael Brophy Presents The Orphan Train Movement
From 1854 to 1929, over 200,000 children were transported by train from New York to the Midwest and beyond and adopted by new families. The program was organized by reformers in New York in an attempt to both remove them from the squalor and poverty of the city and help provide labor for farms out […]