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Needham Council on Aging
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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 […]
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White Christmas – No Pianist with Deb Block
White Christmas – No Pianist with Deb Block
Do you recall the sheet music your parents or grandparents had tucked inside their piano benches? Those song sheets were produced and sold by “song pluggers” at Tin Pan Alley. Irving Berlin was one of those song pluggers. He composed and wrote the lyrics to I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas. In addition to learning […]
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Hanukkah Bingo!
Hanukkah Bingo!
Join us for a few rounds of Hanukkah-themed bingo and prizes! Stick around after bingo for a delicious traditional treat of potato latkes and applesauce. 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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Louis Prima Presented by Frank King
Louis Prima Presented by Frank King
As a tribute to Louis Prima’s birthdate (December 7th), Mr. King will be covering the dynamic duo of Louis Prima and Keely Smith. You’ll learn - and listen to - Louis’ roller-coaster music career before he met Keely; his funny hit records from the 1940’s; how they first teamed up in Virginia Beach; how Louis […]
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The World Of Dolls
The World Of Dolls
Join us for this presentation on the history of dolls with a display of 45+ collectable/antique dolls from the late 1800’s through modern day. • Learn about different types of dolls and where they come from. • Take a walk down memory lane with Shirley Temple, Patty Play Pal and Ginny and many more. • […]
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Holiday Piano Sing Along with Boston-Famous, Mel Stiller
Holiday Piano Sing Along with Boston-Famous, Mel Stiller
He was such a hit – he’s coming back for the holidays!! Mel has been playing piano and leading sing-alongs at parties, corporate events, public venues, and senior settings for more than 30 years. Aicha knew him from when he would play at Jacob Wirth Restaurant in the Theater District every Friday Night. Wherever he […]
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Sheryl Faye presents: Queen Elizabeth II – “Her Majesty”
Sheryl Faye presents: Queen Elizabeth II – “Her Majesty”
She was a true icon, inspiring people around the world with her strength, courage, resilience, and dedication to a life of service. For 70 years, she remained a constant presence as sovereign, shepherding the people of the UK through both joyful times and darker periods of challenge and uncertainty. An enduring admiration for Queen Elizabeth […]
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Art Appreciation with Michele: Piet Mondrian
Art Appreciation with Michele: Piet Mondrian
Join research librarian and art educator Michele Marram as she explores the career of Piet Mondrian, a Dutch artist most well known as a leader of the De Stijl movement. How did this artist evolve from painting landscapes to those odd squares and rectangles? Following the presentation we’ll have a chance to create our own […]
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It’s A Wonderful Life Movie Special
It’s A Wonderful Life Movie Special
Join us to watch this holiday classic on the big screen. Holiday cookies and hot chocolate will be served. Bring a friend or neighbor! 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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International Mind/Body Wellness Day Mini-Forum
International Mind/Body Wellness Day Mini-Forum
Have you thought of taking better care of yourself but not sure what to do? Come to these mini-sessions of wellness. There will be meditation, yoga, positivity training, Tai Chi and mindfulness. Come try them all! Cost: Free To register to attend these programs, call 781-455-7555, Monday-Friday between 8:30am- 4:00pm. If you have questions about […]
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Great Generals of The Civil War (Part 1 of 2)
Great Generals of The Civil War (Part 1 of 2)
Generals Grant and Sherman are the most well-known generals to come out of the Civil War. Join our popular history expert and former college professor, Dr. Lanny Bruce Fields for this fascinating talk about the lesser known General George Thomas. Lanny quickly became a CATH favorite after his first series on global history was a […]