Needham Council on Aging
Hanukkah Bingo!
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesJoin 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.
Louis Prima Presented by Frank King
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesAs 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 […]
The World Of Dolls
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesJoin 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. • […]
Holiday Piano Sing Along with Boston-Famous, Mel Stiller
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesHe 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 […]
Sheryl Faye presents: Queen Elizabeth II – “Her Majesty”
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesShe 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 […]
Art Appreciation with Michele: Piet Mondrian
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
It’s A Wonderful Life Movie Special
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesJoin 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.
International Mind/Body Wellness Day Mini-Forum
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesHave 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 […]
Great Generals of The Civil War (Part 1 of 2)
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesGenerals 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 […]
Navigate Life Transitions in the New Year
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesA new year. Loses, gains, relocations, medical diagnoses, new technologies ... Life is full of changes and transitions. How can we best understand and deal with shifts, from those we choose to the completely unexpected? Join Dr. Miriam Rosalyn Diamond to gain insights and tools to ride and manage the currents that may come your […]
Home Improvement 101
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesEvery year, consumers spend millions of dollars on home improvements. Remodeling and improving your home can be a huge undertaking. Join Jeanne Foy, Director of MASSPIRG Consumer Action Center, for a discussion on steps you can take to avoid potential home improvement contractor problems and where to turn for help if things go wrong. Cost: […]
50 Years in Publishing: Humorous Stories I Had Along the Way
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesHenry Quinlan is back with his favorite anecdotes from people he encountered during 50 years in publishing. He will make you smile and appreciate the stories from your own life. He might even inspire you to write your story. Some of his encounters include movie stars, cops and robbers, politicians, astronauts, famous journalists and more. […]