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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. […]
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration
Needham High School 609 Webster Street, Needham, MA, United StatesNeedham Diversity Initiative (NDI) invites you to join the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This family-friendly event features keynote speaker Gilda Barabino (the President of Olin College), music from the Plugged In Band Program, the Eliot Elementary School Choir, and Brother Dennis Slaughter & his Band. Excerpts from Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I […]
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The Library Foundation of Needham presents “The Writer’s Block LIVE” at the Needham Free Public Library
As part of their new series of author interviews hosted by Matt Robinson of "The Writer's Block," on The Needham Channel, The Library Foundation of Needham is bringing Dr. Bruce Cohen to the Needham Free Public Library to discuss his book, Excusercise: Inexcusable excuses for not exercising, and to offer tips for those who find it hard to […]
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Mindful Discussion on Navigating Mental Health Resources for our Kids
Broadmeadow Performance Center 120 Broadmeadow Road, Needham, MA, United StatesThe ongoing fear, grief, and uncertainty of the pandemic have trained a spotlight on mental health, especially on that of our children and teens. But how do you know if what your child is going through is normal? And when should you seek professional intervention? In this conversation we’ll share: 1. The warning signs that […]
What the World Needs Now Musical Program
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United States12:00 pm lunch and performance begins at 12:30 pm This fabulous vocal harmony group consisting of four singers – Walter Cooper, Stephen Cooper, Belle Linda Halpern and Jenny Bonham Carter – lends their voices to the social/racial/climate justice movement. They perform, lead a variety of music, and sing whatever is in their hearts. However, the […]
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Cardiologist, John B. Cadigan III, MD • National Wear Red Day
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesDid you know February is American Heart Month and the 2nd is National Wear Red Day? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. and largely preventable. We're excited to welcome back Dr. Cadigan, a brilliant cardiologist and our Stephen's brother! He will share the most up to date information on how […]
Piano Sing Along with Mel Stiller
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesHe was such a hit – he’s coming back! 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 plays, songbooks can […]
Mardi Gras Celebration with the Friends!
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesJoin the Friends of the Center at the Heights for a festive Mardi Gras celebration. We will have beads, music and some traditional refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there! Cost: Free 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 […]
Greatest Love Songs of All Time with John Clark
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesLet’s face it—love and romance between two people is the most common topic of the popular song. What are the most cherished and enduring love songs of the 20th century? Enjoy classics from the teens (Me and My Gal) to 1972’s (First Time Ever I Saw Your Face). Some of our best songwriters are represented, […]
Author Talk by Andrew Noone • Bathsheba Spooner: A Revolutionary Murder Conspiracy
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesNoone's book details the most sensational crime of the Revolution. The title character, when five months pregnant, was hanged (despite protests to Boston) alongside her three British and American accomplices. Spooner, John Adams’ second cousin, was the first woman executed in the new U.S., the instigator behind the nation’s premier capital case. Cost: Free To […]
Basic Estate Planning
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesDo you have a Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy or HIPAA Authorization in place? Do you know what those documents are? Attorney Shani Rea Collymore will be here to teach you how to avoid a crisis for your family. Don't delay getting your most crucial estate planning documents in place. Cost: Free […]
The History of the Baker Chocolate Company
Center at the Heights 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Heights, MA, United StatesIn 1765, Dr. James Baker of Dorchester stumbled upon Irishman John Hannon crying on the banks of the mighty Neponset River. Hannon, though penniless, possessed the rare skills required to create chocolate, a delicacy exclusive to Europe, and Baker, with pockets bursting, wished to make a name for himself. Using a mill powered by the […]