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A new look for Wellesley Fire Department’s Thanksgiving dinner for seniors

November 5, 2020 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

The Wellesley Fire Department‘s annual Thanksgiving dinner won’t be held in person this year, but will have as much of a personal touch as the pandemic allows.

All Wellesley residents over the age of 60 are eligible to have firefighters and other volunteers deliver prepared Thanksgiving dinners to their homes between 11am-noon on Nov. 21.

But you need to sign up in advance via the Council on Aging, and the event will be limited to 200 guests.  Call the COA at (781) 235-3961.

To make the event complete, a pre-recorded program will be made available featuring:

  • A welcome from Chief Rick DeLorie
  • Firefighter (Marine) Ben Hampton will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and present the meaning of the POW/MIA Table Setting
  • John Shuler will offer a meal blessing
  • A Wellesley High School Quartet will provide dinner entertainment
  • Lt. Delaney will offer a safety presentation
  • Chief DeLorie will wrap up the event.
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A past Wellesley firefighter Thanksgiving dinner for seniors


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99 & still going strong in Wellesley

June 1, 2020 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

While senior living facilities in town are largely under lockdown, operators are allowing some leeway when social distancing is practiced.

Wellesley’s Patrick Rafter shared this photo of what he describes as four generations of socially distanced celebrants (camera angles can be deceiving) who had gathered to honor the 99th birthday of a Waterstone resident in Lower Falls.

“Life and love still go on unabated in Swellesley amidst the pandemic!” he wrote.

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Photo courtesy of Patrick Rafter

 

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Wellesley Symphony musicians perform al fresco for nursing home & rehab residents

May 26, 2020 by Bob Brown 1 Comment

 

Emil Altschuler, violinist
Violinist Emil Altschuler, (photo by Mickey Goldin)

Members of the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra haven’t been able to perform their usual concerts since February, but individual members recently performed live on a smaller scale at the Elizabeth Seton Residence skilled nursing and rehab facility in Wellesley.

Visiting the campus has been off-limits since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, but orchestra members Emil Altschuler (violin) and Seth MacLeod (cello) were able to perform outside at the campus, with isolated residents at Elizabeth Seton Residence and the adjoining Marillac Residence rest home listening in through open windows. Staff, which has been under pressure providing healthcare services, enjoyed the music, too.

The effort was fitting in that the orchestra has used space on the campus over the years for practice sessions.

Cellist Seth MacLeod playing in the courtyard
Cellist Seth MacLeod playing in the courtyard (Photo by Mickey Goldin)

 

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Resident enjoys the music (photo by Lori Ferrante)

 


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Wellesley students step up during coronavirus outbreak to aid elders

March 20, 2020 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

A group of 4 Wellesley High School juniors didn’t waste any time coming up with a way to spend their days when the school system shut down last week: They formed a group called the Wellesley Student Coronavirus Organization to help those most at risk during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

Matt Croke, who joined forces with Tanay Ventaka, Alex Kim, and Stephen Xu to form the organization, answered a few questions that I shot over to him after learning about the effort (I also passed along contact info for a senior citizen who reached out to us in need of some shopping help).

When did you start this? How many jobs have you done so far? What sorts of things?

We started the Wellesley Student Coronavirus Organization just almost a week ago. Since we are all out of school for an indefinite amount of time, we decided we wanted to give back to the community in a way that will help combat this horrible virus. We have only done one job so far, which will be completed today on March 20th. We have had many people contact us using the google form on our website, as well as directly emailing us about the organization. In its initial stage, our organization will solely cover grocery, and other small errand runs. Although, we plan on expanding to broader topics, such as collecting high-ticket items, such as hand sanitizer and masks, through donations, and distributing them throughout the community at a later date.

Stephen Xu
Stephen Xu, primary shopper and deliverer

 

What was the genesis of it?

Our group came alive when one of the founders was talking with their grandmother about how they were holding up during this tough time. The grandmother said that she was doing fine, but did not want to leave the house to get groceries, because she was afraid she would contract the virus. Our team thought that there must be many more people in Wellesley who are fearful of the same thing, so we decided to start this free-of-charge organization. We first constructed a website, then posted our idea on Facebook, which is where a majority of our volunteers came from. We have also posted roughly 50 flyers around the town of Wellesley

Is it mainly the 4 of you on the website, or do you have a broader band of volunteers?

The four of us on the site are the founders of this organization, but we have gained over ten volunteers who have offered to help us distribute groceries. We are very grateful to have these volunteers on our side, and it will make our efforts to fight against this virus much stronger. We have also contacted [the Wellesley Coronavirus Community Support Program], a similar organization, so now we have access to their volunteers as well. We have just recently been in contact with Mrs. Biro and Mrs. Chalmers, who work for the World of Wellesley organization, who are guiding us through this experience as adult supervisors. We thank them very much for everything they have done for us.

What do your parents think?

Initially, when our parents found out we would be out of school for over three weeks, they were alarmed because they didn’t know what we were going to do stuck in a house for three weeks. But now, all of our parents have agreed that this organization is needed in Wellesley, and think it is an excellent use of our time.

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Wellesley Business Buzz (sponsored by Andrews Pharmacy): IMPULSE moving; eye care retailer and barber shop coming; Gayle Thieme resurfaces; author visits; ‘under new management’; LINX dancers score big

February 26, 2020 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

Thanks to Andrews Pharmacy for their sponsorship of our weekly round-up of the latest Wellesley, Mass., business news. Andrews Pharmacy is a full-service, family-owned and operated pharmacy that has been servicing the community for over fifty years. Andrews has computerized patient profiles and accepts all major insurance plans. Delivery service is also available. The pharmacy takes pride in the personalized attention provided to each and every customer. Andrews also offers medication compliance packaging, which gives you peace of mind that the right medication is taken at the right time.

Andrews Pharmacy, Wellesley

So if you are looking to make a change in pharmacies, contact Andrews Pharmacy’s professional staff for a seamless transition process.
Phone: 781-235-1001
Web: www.andrewspharmacy.com
Location: 324 Weston Rd., Wellesley, 02482 (next to Fells Market)


IMPULSE to make calculated move to Newton

IMPULSE by Adamas Fine Jewelry is moving to  22 Lincoln Street in Newton Highlands to merge with its original counterpart, Adamas Fine Jewelry at their newly renovated two-story space. So that means it’s time to shop for bargains as the Linden Square store sells off its inventory at 40 – 60% off everything. IMPULSE owner Veronica Sagherian said, “We have truly enjoyed being a part of the Wellesley business community, and hope that our loyal clientele will find us easily less than five miles down the road. This is a great move for IMPULSE as it will allow us to offer the same beautiful jewelry brands with the added benefit of bespoke jewelry creations, custom design, and special services that Adamas Fine Jewelry has been offering its clientele for over 22 years.”

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Eye care retailer and barber shop coming

Wellesley appears to be getting a new eye care retailer, as the space at 445 Washington St. (former Zoots, next to the Scalliwags child care business) is being fitted for that purpose. Wellesley has numerous eye care providers already, though recently did lose longtime business Vision Optics in Wellesley Square.

Separately, word is an “upscale barber shop” will be taking over part of the space formerly occupied by Pine Straw at 466 Washington St.


Gayle Thieme resurfaces at Mature Caregivers

Former Wellesley Council on Aging (COA) Director Gayle Thieme has been hired as director of client care at Mature Caregivers, which provides in-home companionship and personal care to elders. The parent company of Mature Caregivers started in Wellesley in 2006.

Before leaving last year, Thieme had been at the COA for 16 years, playing a leadership role in the development of the Tolles Parsons Center and on the senior programming front.


Authors coming to town

Wellesley BooksWellesley Books will host the following authors next month for readings and signings:

March 10: Dave Becker – Juniper: A Quasi Mediterranean Cookbook — note that this is a ticketed event
March 25: Joan Lunden – Why Did I Come into This Room?: A Candid Conversation about Aging“in conversation with Kelley Tuthill — note that this is a ticket event
March 31: Melanie Brooks, Nina Gaby, Alissa Hirshfeld-Flores, Marianne Leone, Amy Roost, and Jaimie Seaton – Fury: Women’s Lived Experiences in the Trump Era


Wellesley Marketplace needs exhibitors

Are you interested in exhibiting at Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club’s November 1, 2020 Wellesley Marketplace? Apply by May 1, 2020 to show your stuff at this great annual event that regularly draws over 200 vendors and over 1,700 shoppers to its Wellesley High School location.

For information on how to sponsor upcoming Wellesley Business Buzz posts, contact us at [email protected]


‘Under new management’

Lots of management turnover in Wellesley Hills these days. Both Singh’s Cafe and BeautiLux Spa have posted signs informing passersby of the Washington Street businesses being under new management (Singh’s also wants you to know it’s serving buffet lunch 7 days a week).

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LINX dancers score big in competition

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Congratulations to the LINX Dance Studio students of Wellesley, who claimed the overall highest score for their “Long Way Down” routine at the Diva Dance Competition in Lowell earlier this month. 40 dancers in all participated in the live judging event. (Sponsored content.)

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Mrs. Swellesley hangs with the cool girls of Wellesley Friendship Circle

February 6, 2020 by Deborah Brown 2 Comments

There’s no better way to start off the week than hanging out with the sociable crew at Wellesley Friendship Circle. I was invited to speak to the group of about 15, who wanted to know all about how my husband and co-editor Bob Brown and I deliver “more news than you really want to know about Wellesley, Massachusetts.”

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Hanging with the cool girls of Wellesley Friendship Circle. They invited me in to talk about my Swellesley Report adventures and how Bob and I started this whole crazy endeavor.

Friendship Circle is a social group for senior women in Wellesley, which meets on Mondays through mid-May. Hosted by Wellesley Friendly Aid and the Wellesley Service League, members enjoy a wide range of activities including crafts, holiday parties, various guest speakers, and musical performances. Transportation and lunch are provided.

Of course I stuck around for lunch and chit-chat. Thanks for having me, ladies. You all photograph beautifully.

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Wellesley Council on Public Listening Session, Thursday, Jan. 2

January 1, 2020 by admin 1 Comment

Photo credit: Tolles Parsons Center

The Wellesley Council on Aging (COA) Board of Directors will host an open public meeting for the town’s seniors and others. All are welcome. This will be a great chance to meet the COA Board, ask questions, and learn more about the Tolles Parsons Center.

For additional information please call the COA at 781-235-3961 or visit www.wellesleycoa.org

EVENT: COA Public Listening Session
LOCATION: Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St.
DATE: Jan. 2, 2020
TIME: 2pm – 3:30pm

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