Mama Mia! Here We Go Again. In this sun-soaked musical sequel, a pregnant Sophie is now running the family villa on Kalokairi and worries about facing motherhood without her mother's guidance. Cast: Christine Baranski, Pierce Brosnan, amanda Seyfried, Andy Garcia, Lily James, Colin Firth, Cher, Meryl Streep, and more. 2018; Musical; 1h,54m; Rated PG-13

No need to sign up, just join in the fun. Easily the happiest and most fun-loving group here at the COA, this great bunch of seniors welcomes new players of all levels. They are willing to teach newcomers and ready to challenge advanced players. Why not give it a try?!

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 90-minute class in gentle mat yoga.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an invigorating Aerobics exercise class. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

Grab a hot cup o' Joe and a handful of munchkins and spend your Monday mornings with a great group of guys. No need to sign up, just join in! A donation of $1 is requested to cover the cost of coffee.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy an afternoon of cards. Hand & Foot is a version of the popular card game canasta. New players are always welcome, but should have some grasp of game play and rules.

No information has been made available as to the topic of this class series. Please check with CCM or check for postings in the future at the COA.

Stop by the COA and pick up a friendly game of chess. Bring a board if you have one. No need to sign up, just join in the fun!

Come to the COA and sing along with the golden oldies. This chorus, led and accompanied by our own Jerry Hurley, always welcomes new members. No experience needed, just a love of great songs! Note - this group is now meeting at a new time - 2:00 PM. No need to sign up, just come along and sing!

Instructor Judy leads Tai Chi students of all levels in this weekly class.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

The public is always welcome.

Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 60-minute class of gentle, seated yoga.

Please Note: This week, quilting will be held in the Lecture Room downstairs due to a special event held in the auditorium. We are sorry for the inconvenience! This lovely group of devoted quilters gathers here at the COA each Tuesday to work on their own quilting projects. Bring your project and enjoy your work in the company of others. There is no instructor. No need to call ahead, just bring your project and join in.

Continuing by popular demand! Join experience French teacher Kristen Cooley for traveler's French. Each 2-hour class will center on a particular venue familiar to travelers and will give the basic vocabulary needed to ease communication. All learning materials will be provided by the instructor. Each class is $15 paid directly to the instructor. Please call the COA at 978 318 3020 to join in!

Join this lively discussion group each Tuesday morning. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and a sweet treat while chatting about the hot topics of the day. No need to sign up, just join a great group of conversationalists.

Join us on "Fat Tuesday" for a catered New Orleans inspired lunch followed by Big Smile Entertainment's Basin Street Bash show that will turn the COA into a street party! Celebrate with Jazz, Blues, and Cajun style music. Thanks to a generous donation from Bullock's Nursing Service, this wonderful party is offered free of charge. This event will fill and reservations are required! 978 318 3020.

Join Kristin Cooley for creative writing classes and let the magic of your words come alive. With assignments appropriate for both novice writers and for those who have attended this class before, Kristin will help enhance your creative writing skills. As the classes progress, your writing will become more fluid, your descriptions more vivid, and your stories more complex. Bring whatever you like to write with - pen and paper, tablet, or laptop. Each class is $10 paid directly to Kristin. Please call the COA beginning January 2nd to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Pull out those half-finished projects and come to the COA to enjoy an afternoon of hand crafts in the company of other crafters. Bring any portable project - knit, embroidery, crochet - whatever you've got going! No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy your project work in good company.

This is a new series of lectures, please call to register beginning January 2nd even if you have attended our previous series as this class WILL fill! Women artists have been faced with many trials and tribulations in the past. Many of these same challenges continue to the present day, but women continue their quest for artistic recognition. Join us for a look into the lives of some of these ground-breaking women artists including Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Camille Claudel, Georgia O'Keefe, Dorothea Lange, Lee Krasner, Mary Robertson, and Faith Ringgold. Following each lecture, Janice and Doug Muir will facilitate a discussion. Please call the COA office beginning January 2nd to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020.

Join in the fun to learn easy line dances. Get some exercise and chase your cares away with simple movements set to energizing movements! No need to register ahead, just come along and join the dance party! Each class is $5 paid to the instructor.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Kathy Mandrioli leads this 60-minute gentle yoga class suitable for both mat and chair yogis!

Join instructor Bob Bratzler to learn how to research your family tree. Please call to sign up and bring a laptop to class if you have one. This group is open to new members!

No appointments needed, just stop in to see our volunteer nursing staff for a quick BP check.

Stop in with all of your medication questions and chat with pharmacist Diane Briner of the West Concord Pharmacy.

Our popular International Current Events Group returns this month after a summer haitus! Led by facilitator Barbara Howell, this group explores a range of topics from all over the world! No need to sign up, just join in on Wednesdays.

All players, all levels welcome! Group members are happy to help new players. No need to sign up, just come along and join the fun!

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an invigorating Aerobics exercise class. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

This painting class is for beginner and intermediate artists. All materials provided. Join any time.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

Historian Gary Hylander will present a three-part lecture and discussion series on Lyndon Baines Johnson. LBJ served as the 36th President of the United States from 1963 to 1969. Formerly the Vice President, he assumed the Presidency following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Johnson is known for his domestic policies and the passage of many major laws that affected civil rights, gun control, wilderness preservation, and Social Security. However, he has also drawn substantial criticism for his escalation of the Vietnam War. Reservations for this series will be taken starting January 2nd. Please call 978 318 3020 to reserve your seat.

Learn the exciting Zen-like sport of traditional recurve archery indoors this winter! Discover your new favorite leisure activity and increase flexibility and build muscle through the gentle repetition of the shot process. This timeless activity is one that can be enjoyed at any age regardless of athletic ability or skill, and it is quickly becoming a favorite sport in the Massachusetts Senior Games. Our certified instructors will guide you through a light warm-up and stretching routine before shooting the bows. All equipment is provided. This class does need a minimum of 10 students to run, so please call to let us know you are interested! 978 318 3020. Also, if you are not sure you'll like archery, but are interested in trying, sign up for a free trial class on Friday, January 11th at 1:00 pm!

Where the Red Fern Grows Based on the children's book by Wilson Rawls, this family drama set in the Ozark Mountains centers on 12-year-old Billy Coleman who sets his goal, and success in saving enough money to buy two hunting dogs. Cast: Joseph Ashton, Dave Matthews, Dabney Coleman, Net Beatty, Kris Kristofferson, Renee Faia, and more 2003; Drama; 1'26"; Rated PG

With regret, we have canceled this event due to low registration.

No need to sign up, just join in the fun. Easily the happiest and most fun-loving group here at the COA, this great bunch of seniors welcomes new players of all levels. They are willing to teach newcomers and ready to challenge advanced players. Why not give it a try?!

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Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 90-minute class in gentle mat yoga.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an invigorating Aerobics exercise class. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

Grab a hot cup o' Joe and a handful of munchkins and spend your Monday mornings with a great group of guys. No need to sign up, just join in! A donation of $1 is requested to cover the cost of coffee.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

The COA is pleased to offer a monthly memory cafe on the second Monday of each month. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming and safe place for people with memory changes to come together with family and friends to focus on their strengths. The Memory Cafe provides a complimentary lunch and an activity or entertainment. On March 11th, Tony Eramo "Stradella," will be back as the strolling accordion player. We ask that attendees bring their care partners. The Concord Memory Cafe is sponsored by Right at Home, Bedford. Our group is growing, so please RSVP to the Concord COA beginning Friday, March 1st at 978 318 3020.

No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy an afternoon of cards. Hand & Foot is a version of the popular card game canasta. New players are always welcome, but should have some grasp of game play and rules.

No information has been made available as to the topic of this class series. Please check with CCM or check for postings in the future at the COA.

Stop by the COA and pick up a friendly game of chess. Bring a board if you have one. No need to sign up, just join in the fun!

Come to the COA and sing along with the golden oldies. This chorus, led and accompanied by our own Jerry Hurley, always welcomes new members. No experience needed, just a love of great songs! Note - this group is now meeting at a new time - 2:00 PM. No need to sign up, just come along and sing!

Instructor Judy leads Tai Chi students of all levels in this weekly class.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 60-minute class of gentle, seated yoga.

This lovely group of devoted quilters gathers here at the COA each Tuesday to work on their own quilting projects. Bring your project and enjoy your work in the company of others. There is no instructor. No need to call ahead, just bring your project and join in.

Continuing by popular demand! Join experience French teacher Kristen Cooley for traveler's French. Each 2-hour class will center on a particular venue familiar to travelers and will give the basic vocabulary needed to ease communication. All learning materials will be provided by the instructor. Each class is $15 paid directly to the instructor. Please call the COA at 978 318 3020 to join in!

Join this lively discussion group each Tuesday morning. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and a sweet treat while chatting about the hot topics of the day. No need to sign up, just join a great group of conversationalists.

American artists have been like America itself, pioneering, bold, and independent; especially in the western frontiers where artists were confronted with a totally new and unbelievably beautiful landscape, an alien culture and a dramatically different life style. It was a fascinating time, but it was all over in just 90 years. It took only a life span to end this chapter of our history; from the virgin exploration through pristine lands to the massacre of millions of bison; the pioneers, trappers, cowboys, settlers, miners, and the redistribution of native Americans. Please join Art Matters for a look at a brief but special time in our nation's history through the eyes of artists who tried to capture the flavor of a lost era and preserve it for us. Art Matters displays over-sized copies of paintings in a salon style to encourage comparison discussion and reflection. Please call beginning Friday, March 1st to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020

Join Kristin Cooley for creative writing classes and let the magic of your words come alive. With assignments appropriate for both novice writers and for those who have attended this class before, Kristin will help enhance your creative writing skills. As the classes progress, your writing will become more fluid, your descriptions more vivid, and your stories more complex. Bring whatever you like to write with - pen and paper, tablet, or laptop. Each class is $10 paid directly to Kristin. Please call the COA beginning January 2nd to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Pull out those half-finished projects and come to the COA to enjoy an afternoon of hand crafts in the company of other crafters. Bring any portable project - knit, embroidery, crochet - whatever you've got going! No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy your project work in good company.

Join Robin Cappuccino, Registered Respiratory Therapist from Life Care Center of Acton, for a lecture on how to cope with the effects of COPD and Asthma and maintain your ideal level of comfort in your own home. Robin will discuss ways to avoid being admitted to the hospital for breathing problems. The goal is for those suffering from respiratory issues to develop a greater understanding of how to manage their medications, how to get to know their triggers, how their diet plays a part in breathing, and how to enjoy activities. Please call the COA to reserve your seat beginning Friday, March 1st.

This is a new series of lectures, please call to register beginning January 2nd even if you have attended our previous series as this class WILL fill! Women artists have been faced with many trials and tribulations in the past. Many of these same challenges continue to the present day, but women continue their quest for artistic recognition. Join us for a look into the lives of some of these ground-breaking women artists including Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Camille Claudel, Georgia O'Keefe, Dorothea Lange, Lee Krasner, Mary Robertson, and Faith Ringgold. Following each lecture, Janice and Doug Muir will facilitate a discussion. Please call the COA office beginning January 2nd to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020.

Join in the fun to learn easy line dances. Get some exercise and chase your cares away with simple movements set to energizing movements! No need to register ahead, just come along and join the dance party! Each class is $5 paid to the instructor.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Kathy Mandrioli leads this 60-minute gentle yoga class suitable for both mat and chair yogis!

No appointments needed, just stop in to see our volunteer nursing staff for a quick BP check.

Our popular International Current Events Group returns this month after a summer haitus! Led by facilitator Barbara Howell, this group explores a range of topics from all over the world! No need to sign up, just join in on Wednesdays.

On Thursday, March 14th the Town Manager’s Office and the Recreation Department will hold a public forum to discuss the Town’s ideas, plans and initiatives for the WHITE POND BEACH AREA which the White Pond Associates are generously gifting to the Town. The forum will be held at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center located at 1276 Main Street, West Concord. The event is planned for 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Should you wish to attend but are unable to do so, you may submit your thoughts and comments in writing, to: KATE HODGES, DEPUTY TOWN MANAGER 22 Monument Square, PO Box 935 Concord, MA 01742 Or via email to: khodges@concordma.gov

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an invigorating Aerobics exercise class. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

This painting class is for beginner and intermediate artists. All materials provided. Join any time.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

Join author and historian Carol Cohen for a look into the life of Eleanor Roosevelt. During this presentation, meet Eleanor Roosevelt at her home in Hyde Par, New York in December of 1948. Eleanor has just returned from the United Nations where they have ratified the International Declaration of Human Rights. Learn about her role as a human rights activist, and inspect many primary sources that were very much a part of Eleanor Roosevelt's personal and professional life. Please call the COA Beginning Friday, March 1st to sign up. 978 318 3020.

Come join David Down of Keller Williams Realty for a presentation on how to face the sometimes overwhelming task of dealing with a lifetime of possessions and preparing a home for sale. Learn practical tips for downsizing, what to keep and what to let go of, and tips to get the most out of the sale of your home; deciding what to fix or not to fix, and how to select and manage a realtor. Leave with a free Downsizing guide and pocket magnifier! Space is limited, so please call beginning Friday, March 1st to reserve your seat! 978 318 3020.

Please join us for a St. Patrick's Day concert with Betsi Mandrioli and Kathleen Larkin. These to local gals have been singing, harmonizing, and playing guitar together for over 15 years. They perform often at the Java Room in Chelmsford and other local venues. Since they are both of Irish descent, they have enjoyed putting together a concert of traditional Irish ballads and folk songs. You will be sure to recognize sweet melodies like "cockles and Mussels" and "Wild Mountain Thyme." This concert will get your Irish eyes smiling! Refreshments and Irish tea will be provided. There is no charge for this event thanks to funds raised by the Harvey Wheeler Treasure Chest Gift Shop. Reservations are required, so please call the COA beginning Friday, March 1st. 978 318 2020.

No need to sign up, just join in the fun. Easily the happiest and most fun-loving group here at the COA, this great bunch of seniors welcomes new players of all levels. They are willing to teach newcomers and ready to challenge advanced players. Why not give it a try?!

Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 90-minute class in gentle mat yoga.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an invigorating Aerobics exercise class. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

Grab a hot cup o' Joe and a handful of munchkins and spend your Monday mornings with a great group of guys. No need to sign up, just join in! A donation of $1 is requested to cover the cost of coffee.

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

The adult cosmetology students from Minuteman Tech are returning to the Concord COA to paint your nails! They can do traditional manicures as well as some nail art. Bring your own nail polish or select from theirs. Even if it is not part of your regular routine, why not treat yourself? Appointments begin at 12 noon and take 20 - 30 minutes. There is no fee for this service. Please call beginning Friday, March 1st to make your appointment. 978 318 3020.

No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy an afternoon of cards. Hand & Foot is a version of the popular card game canasta. New players are always welcome, but should have some grasp of game play and rules.

This class is being added to the schedule to make up for the class lost on 3/4/19 due to snow closure.

Stop by the COA and pick up a friendly game of chess. Bring a board if you have one. No need to sign up, just join in the fun!

Come to the COA and sing along with the golden oldies. This chorus, led and accompanied by our own Jerry Hurley, always welcomes new members. No experience needed, just a love of great songs! Note - this group is now meeting at a new time - 2:00 PM. No need to sign up, just come along and sing!

TED is a non profit organization devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks. This month, we take a look at "What Can We Do About the Culture of Hate?" We're all against hate, right? We agree it's a problem - their problem, not our problem that is. But, as Sally Kohn discovered, we all hate - some of us in subtle ways, others in obvious ones. As she confronts a hard story from her own life, she shares ideas on how we can recognize, challenge, and heal from hatred in our institutions and in ourselves. Join us for this program where a range of ideas will be explored through short videos and guided discussions. This series is facilitated by Beth Roberts. This program is offered free of charge, but please call beginning Friday, March 1st to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Judy leads Tai Chi students of all levels in this weekly class.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Come join the COA book discussion group led by Phyllis DiMarzio. This month's book choice is "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng. "Little Fires Everywhere" explores the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, the ferocious pull of motherhood,and the danger of believing the following the rules can avert disaster. Come chat and make new friends. New members are always welcome!

Instructor Annie Gray leads this weekly 60-minute class of gentle, seated yoga.

This lovely group of devoted quilters gathers here at the COA each Tuesday to work on their own quilting projects. Bring your project and enjoy your work in the company of others. There is no instructor. No need to call ahead, just bring your project and join in.

Continuing by popular demand! Join experience French teacher Kristen Cooley for traveler's French. Each 2-hour class will center on a particular venue familiar to travelers and will give the basic vocabulary needed to ease communication. All learning materials will be provided by the instructor. Each class is $15 paid directly to the instructor. Please call the COA at 978 318 3020 to join in!

Join this lively discussion group each Tuesday morning. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee and a sweet treat while chatting about the hot topics of the day. No need to sign up, just join a great group of conversationalists.

Join Kristin Cooley for creative writing classes and let the magic of your words come alive. With assignments appropriate for both novice writers and for those who have attended this class before, Kristin will help enhance your creative writing skills. As the classes progress, your writing will become more fluid, your descriptions more vivid, and your stories more complex. Bring whatever you like to write with - pen and paper, tablet, or laptop. Each class is $10 paid directly to Kristin. Please call the COA beginning January 2nd to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Pull out those half-finished projects and come to the COA to enjoy an afternoon of hand crafts in the company of other crafters. Bring any portable project - knit, embroidery, crochet - whatever you've got going! No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy your project work in good company.

Spring is almost here and deer ticks will soon appear in our woods, back yards, grassy areas, and trails in full force searching for a blood meal from an animal or human host. Concord Public health Director Susan Rask and Public Health Nurse Tricia McGean will give a presentation on understanding and preventing tick-borne illnesses. There are simple prevention steps everyone can take to avoid tick bites, and awareness about the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease and other emerging tick-borne illnesses is also key to protecting yourself and your family from these diseases. Please call the COA beginning Friday, March 1st to register. 978 318 3020.

This is a new series of lectures, please call to register beginning January 2nd even if you have attended our previous series as this class WILL fill! Women artists have been faced with many trials and tribulations in the past. Many of these same challenges continue to the present day, but women continue their quest for artistic recognition. Join us for a look into the lives of some of these ground-breaking women artists including Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Camille Claudel, Georgia O'Keefe, Dorothea Lange, Lee Krasner, Mary Robertson, and Faith Ringgold. Following each lecture, Janice and Doug Muir will facilitate a discussion. Please call the COA office beginning January 2nd to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020.

Join in the fun to learn easy line dances. Get some exercise and chase your cares away with simple movements set to energizing movements! No need to register ahead, just come along and join the dance party! Each class is $5 paid to the instructor.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.

Instructor Kathy Mandrioli leads this 60-minute gentle yoga class suitable for both mat and chair yogis!

Join instructor Bob Bratzler to learn how to research your family tree. Please call to sign up and bring a laptop to class if you have one. This group is open to new members!

No appointments needed, just stop in to see our volunteer nursing staff for a quick BP check.

Stop in to meet our diabetic nurse for a quick blood sugar screening and diabetic counseling. No appointments required, just stop by!

Our popular International Current Events Group returns this month after a summer haitus! Led by facilitator Barbara Howell, this group explores a range of topics from all over the world! No need to sign up, just join in on Wednesdays.

All players, all levels welcome! Group members are happy to help new players. No need to sign up, just come along and join the fun!

Playing games challenges memory and attention, sharpens your mind, and is a ton of fun to boot! If you love word games, puzzles, and board games, this group is for you! This group is led by Jerry Hurley and enjoys different games at each meeting. New members are always welcome.

The Mixed Harmony Brigade of New England is a group of Barbershop Quartets having a show and contest in Bedford on March 23rd. As part of the event, they organize visits by each group (wearing Hawaiian shirts!) to local schools and senior centers. We're fortunate to have one of the quartets visit the COA. There is no charge, but please call the COA at 978 318 3020 to let us know you plan to attend.

Just outside of Hanscom Field in Lexington, Waxy's offers every aspect of the Irish experience and a warm welcome. Enjoy kitchen fresh food including salads, burgers, and sandwiches, as well as house-favorite entrees and lunch specials. The van will leave from the COA at 11:10 for an 11:30 reservation. The cost of transportation is $5 payable in cash on the day and the cost of lunch is on your own. Attendance is limited so please call beginning Friday, March 1st to reserve your seat!

This lecture is added on to the three part series to make up a previously canceled lecture. There is no charge for the lecture, and, if you've already signed up for the series, no need to call to reserve. If you missed the previous two lectures but would like to attend this one, just call to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Book Club Friends and members of the 60+ set, Diane, Jane, Sharon, and Carol have seen it all when it comes to relationship. But after reading "Fifty Shades of Gray," they're inspired to make bold choices in the romance department with hilarious results. Cast: Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen, Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Richard Dreyfuss, and more. 2018; Comedy; 1'44"; Rated PG-13

No need to sign up, just join in the fun. Easily the happiest and most fun-loving group here at the COA, this great bunch of seniors welcomes new players of all levels. They are willing to teach newcomers and ready to challenge advanced players. Why not give it a try?!

Join instructor Julie Medjanis for an exercise class designed to improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate for all levels of ability and mobility, this class costs $5 paid directly to Julie. No need to register, just come along and join in!

No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy an afternoon of cards. Hand & Foot is a version of the popular card game canasta. New players are always welcome, but should have some grasp of game play and rules.

If you are age 50 plus and looking for a new job, a different career direction of an encore career, this is the group for you! The first hour of each meeting is dedicated to guided networking within the group, and the second hour will focus on the topic of the day. Develop new skills, tools and strategies to help in your career transition. Meetings are led by a career services professional. The Acton and Concord Councils on Aging alternate hosting this group on the second and fourth Mondays of each month.

Stop by the COA and pick up a friendly game of chess. Bring a board if you have one. No need to sign up, just join in the fun!

Come to the COA and sing along with the golden oldies. This chorus, led and accompanied by our own Jerry Hurley, always welcomes new members. No experience needed, just a love of great songs! Note - this group is now meeting at a new time - 2:00 PM. No need to sign up, just come along and sing!

Instructor Judy leads Tai Chi students of all levels in this weekly class.

No yoga class will be held today due to the Elections

Sorry for the inconvenience. The quilting group will not be meeting today as the facility is used for elections. The group will resume its regular Tuesday meetings next week.

Continuing by popular demand! Join experience French teacher Kristen Cooley for traveler's French. Each 2-hour class will center on a particular venue familiar to travelers and will give the basic vocabulary needed to ease communication. All learning materials will be provided by the instructor. Each class is $15 paid directly to the instructor. Please call the COA at 978 318 3020 to join in!

Our monthly Caregivers' Support Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month and is open to those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's or related dementias. Join a group of peers to share experiences and gain support. The group is facilitated by COA Social Service Supervisor Nicole Saia and Abby Ferreira of Cooperative Elder Services. Please call Nicole to register or with any questions at 978 318 3012.

Sorry for the inconvenience! Coffee and Conversation will not be held today as the facility is being used for elections. C&C will resume it's regular Tuesday schedule next week.

Join Kristin Cooley for creative writing classes and let the magic of your words come alive. With assignments appropriate for both novice writers and for those who have attended this class before, Kristin will help enhance your creative writing skills. As the classes progress, your writing will become more fluid, your descriptions more vivid, and your stories more complex. Bring whatever you like to write with - pen and paper, tablet, or laptop. Each class is $10 paid directly to Kristin. Please call the COA beginning January 2nd to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

Pull out those half-finished projects and come to the COA to enjoy an afternoon of hand crafts in the company of other crafters. Bring any portable project - knit, embroidery, crochet - whatever you've got going! No need to sign up, just come out and enjoy your project work in good company.

Due to the elections, the DVD lecture will not be held this week, but will continue next Tuesday as scheduled.

There will be no line dancing this week due to the Elections held at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center. The class will continue next Tuesday as scheduled.

Our terrific tech tutors from CCHS are on hand most days to help you with any tech questions you have. Whether you just want to learn how to use a computer, or you are learning to use a new smartphone, or you need help downloading the latest books onto your e-reader, or you just want to see what the internet is all about, our friendly and patient tutors can help. Call to book your free, one-on-one tutoring session with Wen Wei, Emily, Edward, Claire, Sophia, and Max. As these are individual tutoring sessions, an appointment is needed. 978 318 3020.