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Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St.
Style in the Golden Years
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesStyle is eternal! As we age, we may think that style no longer matters and that we shouldn’t worry about expressing ourselves with fashion. Learn how easy and fun it is to style “new” outfits using thrifted, secondhand, and vintage clothing and accessories.
Hawaiian Five-O BBQ
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesJoin fellow friends and neighbors for the return of this summertime favorite at the Council on Aging. Hosted by the Wellesley Police Department Officers will patrol the grill and serve hot dogs, hamburgers and the traditional fixings for a cookout. Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt to show support for Wellesley’s Finest. Wellesley Residents Only.
Summer Beach Party Musical Program
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesCelebrate the summer with Michael Goodwin as he sings your favorite tunes from summer shows. Selections will include some of our favorite summer hits from the 40s, 50s, and 60s, including songs from the Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Elvis Presley. Location: Tolles Parsons Center Thursday, July 14th 1:30 p.m. Michael Goodwin, Singer/Songwriter More: Resources […]
Red Sox Game Day Lunch & Watch Party
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesCheer on the Boston Red Sox as they welcome the Oakland Athletics at Fenway. The excitement begins with lunch at noon and the game shown on the big screen at 1:10pm Enjoy our favorite ballpark snacks and cheer the Red Sox on! Please send tips, photos, ideas to theswellesleyreport@gmail.com
Lecture – The Modern Classics of Musical Theater: Les Miserables
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesJoin us for a musical program with singer/songwriter Michael Goodwin on the world’s longest running musical: Les Miserables. After a bit of a lull, the 1980s saw a revival of the Broadway musical. In this installment of the series, The Modern Classics of Musical Theater, we will delve into what is considered one of the […]
In the Beginning: Glaciers, Agriculture, and the Origins of Civilization
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesEVENING LECTURES Wednesday, May 18th 6:30 p.m. Paolo DiGregorio, Historian and Archaeologist We are all products and participants in civilization, but what does that word actually mean? How was civilization created? This talk will examine our distant past to look for the beginnings of our modern way of life. Mr. DiGregorio is a Visiting Lecturer […]
Friendly Pool Tournament
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesThe Wellesley Council on Aging will host a friendly pool tournament for Wellesley residents interested in learning about and participating in a setting that is a step above casual play. This will be a 9-ball event. The number of participants who sign-up will determine the structure of the tournament. This event is meant to encourage […]
Men in Retirement – monthly discussion
Tolles Parsons Center, 500 Washington St. 500 Washington St., Wellesley, MA, United StatesRetirement is a major life change that can often bring up challenges such as feeling a loss of identity or a desire to reinvent oneself. After spending many decades dedicated to a career, the retirement process can also lead to increased feelings of boredom and loneliness for some men. This group will discuss various strategies […]
