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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. […]
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 […]