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.

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 our group of curious genealogists that meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Stop by an learn the skills it takes to compile your family history or to write stories for future generations to enjoy! Please call to sign up and bring your own laptop if possible. If you want an informative and welcoming place to explore your roots, ancestry.com is always available free in our library here at the COA.

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

Please call to make your reservation - 978 318 3020

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!

Enjoy a video recorded version of Julie's popular exercise class. Julie will return September 9th to teach live.

Celebrate the end off summer with a visit to Gloucester's ocean-front Stage Fort Park. We depart at 9:30 am from CareOne and return about 4:30 pm. There are picnic tables, a sandy beach, a snack bar, and a paved path along the shoreline. After the park, you will purchase your own lunch at Woodman's. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground. The $30 includes transportation, park entry, and driver gratuity. The cost of your lunch is on your own. Please make your non-refundable check for $30 payable to the Town of Concord. Please call to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020.

Enjoy a video recorded version of Julie's popular exercise class. Julie will return September 9th to teach live.

Come along for an hour a week and play beautiful tunes from yesteryear on the ukulele. No knowledge of the music or of the instrument is necessary, our instructor Daniel Metraux will teach you! We'll be playing music from Willie Nelson, Peter, Paul & Mary, Johnny Cash and so many others. The ukulele is small, inexpensive, and relatively easy to learn instrument. This series of four meet-ups costs $36, paid directly to the instructor. Come out and enjoy the music, singing, camaraderie and fun! You will need to purchase a ukulele before the first class if you do not already own one. We need a minimum of 8 people to go ahead with the classes, so please call the COA beginning Monday, June 3rd to sign up! 978 318 3020.

Letters to Juliet 2010; Romance; 1 hr. 45 min.; Rated PG By responding to a letter addressed to Shakespeare's heroine, Juliet Capulet, a young woman vacationing in Verona sets in motion a series of events that leads her to romance. Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Christopher Egan, Vanessa Redgrave, and more.

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?!

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.

We 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 and focus on strengths. We ask attendees to bring their care partners. Each month we offer a complimentary lunch and an activity or entertainment. This month's program is presented by ElderPlay Specialist CC King. The Concord Memory Cafe is sponsored by Right at Home Bedford, CareOne at Concord, and Concord Park. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd at 978 318 3020 to let us know you plan to attend.

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.

Explore the music composed before the time of Bach! This discussion-based class will study the music that led to the Baroque era. We will learn about 17th century musical and performance practice, the instruments, the musicians, and the culture. Join Concord conservatory of Music faculty member, concert pianist, and composer Keith Kirchoff as he offers another series of classes. Whether you are an active concertgoer, study an instrument, or just enjoy listening, these twelve 90-minute classes are a wonderful way to increase your joy of music and expand your musical knowledge. Each class is highly interactive and will focus on important works in music history. No musical background is required. Your check for $156 payable to the Concord Conservatory of Music is due at the first class. Please call the COA to let us know you plan to attend even if you have registered with CCM as well.

Come out and enjoy an afternoon of song with friends at the COA. Led by volunteer Jerry Hurley at the piano, this group singe all the old favorites.

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 canasta enthusiast Pat Grainger for instruction on the more uniform set of rules of Modern American Canasta. Brush up your skills or learn from scratch. pat will be offering guidance for new members for these additional four sessions. These classes are free of charge, but please call beginning Tuesday, September 3rd to sign up. 978 318 3020.

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 for one of the Concord COA's favorite Lunch Bunch outings! The first stop is Meadowbrook Orchards, located on 100 acres of rolling apple orchards in Sterling, MA. Feast upon a homemade lunch and treat yourself to one of Meadowbrook's many baked goods. You can either eat inside the restaurant or outside on the huge patio overlooking the apple trees. After lunch, we will head down the road for ice cream at Rota Spring Farm. Both places have small farm stores as well! The van will leave the Harvey Wheeler Community Center at 11:00 AM and return by 3:00 PM. There will not be a lot of walking involved in this outing, but seniors must be able to stand in line and order their own food. There is a $5 fee for the van, and the cost of lunch and ice cream are on your own. space is limited. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to reserve your spot! 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.

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.

For those of us that have homes filled to the brim and are having difficulty parting with treasured possessions, the COA is offering a 15-week skills training workshop and peer support group. Research has shown that working through the book "Buried in Treasures" by Tolin, Steketee, & Frost in a structured group is one of the most effective ways of addressing excessive cluttering and compulsive acquiring behaviors. The benefits of owning less are far greater than just a clean home. They include focus, freedom and more peace in your life. This is a free group for seniors who identify themselves as having excessive clutter. There is no charge, but you are expected to purchase your own copy of the book. Please call at any time to register - 978 318 3020. If you need more information, please ask to speak with Lauren Barretta.

Focusing on the relationships between the many different philosophies of music making, this opera appreciation class will span the earliest examples of western opera in Germany and Italy all the way to contemporary folk and rock opera, with most of the time devoted to becoming familiar with the most beautiful music in every era and style. Each class will focus on a specific time period, genre, or musician, and explore the common themes that link even the most different-sounding works to answer the question: "What is opera?" Join Concord Academy Junior Henry Patton on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month for this 7-part series beginning September 10th. Henry is a professional actor and singer with a passion for musical theater and opera. This series is free of charge, but please call the COA to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

We are again offering this 6-week series of evening classes for caregivers. This course is suitable for anyone who finds themselves in the role of caregiver, and it is not diagnosis specific. Whether you are the adult child or spouse of someone with care needs, you are welcome to join this course. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is designed to provide tools and strategies to better handle the unique challenges faced by family caregivers - including self-care, management of emotions, self-efficacy, and the use of community resources. This program is offered free of charge with thanks to the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. We need a minimum of 8 caregivers to run this class. Please call the COA at 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.

Stop by for quick blood sugar check and counseling with our diabetic nurse volunteer. This clinic is free of charge and you don't need an appointment, just stop in!

Please call to make your reservation - 978 318 3020

Each week, the International Current Events group, facilitated by Barbara Howell, talks about a range of topics based on world events. Each member brings his or her own perspective and ideas to debate.This group has a broad spectrum of views and all viewpoints are welcome. No need to register, just join in the discussion. Please call the COA if you'd like to be included on the group's email communications.

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!

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.

Join experienced acrylics teacher Linda Malone and her group of budding artists for a morning of colorful expression. No experience needed, Linda can help guide beginner through intermediate artists. Please wear old clothes or bring a smock to class to protect your clothes from paint. Please call the COA to sign up beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to register.

Alexandria Papadimoulis, Education Coordinator from the Regional Center for Poison Control & Prevention for MA & RI, will present a talk on the dangers of poisoning in the home. Alexandria will talk about why poisonings are the #1 cause of injury and death in the US and how to prevent poisonings from occurring. She'll also offer safety tips on what to ask your doctor about medications and precautions you can take around your household. Take-home information & brochures will be provided. Bring your questions and concerns to discuss. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to sign up. 978 318 3020

The First First Lady: Anne Barrett as Martha Washington Ann Barrett, a newspaper columnist and publisher, has been performing history for over ten years. She researches and writes her own material with a focus on creating presentations that are interesting, educational, and entertaining. Ann will portray the first First Lady, Martha Washington. In 1759, the beautiful and wealthy widow, Martha Dandridge Custis, married a handsome and successful soldier, George Washington. This decision would lead her from the battlefields of the American Revolution to the highest echelons of the infant republic. Later eulogized as "the worthy partner of the worthiest of men," she used her acute social sense to meet the expectations of her country and define the role of First Lady. This program is funded through proceeds from the Harvey Wheeler's Treasure Chest Gift Shop, and is free of charge. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd to reserve your seat. 978 318 3020

Join instructor Kathy Mandrioli for this gentle yoga class is appropriate for all mat yogis. $5 paid directly to Kathy.

Join in this twice monthly morning of fun. Try games of all sorts with a lively group led by our own Jerry Hurley. From board games to charades and word games, all games are possibilities here. No need to sign up, just join in the fun!

Chef-Instructor Roberta Hing returns to the COA with another Chinese cooking class. Join her to make some Chinatown bakery delights. In this class, we will recreate three Chinatown bakery favorites. We will start by making coconut buns- tender, yeasty buns filled with sweet coconut paste followed by fluffy pineapple buns with a special crispy topping. We will also create a star of dim sum tables - airy, steamed barbecue bao with pork or chicken. At the end of class, everyone will enjoy eating the creations together. Roberta has been teaching cooking classes for over 20 years. Her mother, born in China, trained her in traditional Chinese cuisine. The cost of the class is $25, due at the time of registration. Please make checks payable to the Town of Concord. The class is limited to just 8 participants. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to sign up. 978 318 3020.

A Star is Born 2018; Musical Drama; 2 hrs. 16 mins.; Rated R for sexuality. Seasoned musician Jackson Maine discovers and falls in love with struggling artist Ally who has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer. But as Ally's career takes off the personal side of their relationship breaks down. Cast: Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga, Sam Elliott, Dave Chappelle, Andrew Dice Clay, and more.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the music composed before the time of Bach! This discussion-based class will study the music that led to the Baroque era. We will learn about 17th century musical and performance practice, the instruments, the musicians, and the culture. Join Concord conservatory of Music faculty member, concert pianist, and composer Keith Kirchoff as he offers another series of classes. Whether you are an active concertgoer, study an instrument, or just enjoy listening, these twelve 90-minute classes are a wonderful way to increase your joy of music and expand your musical knowledge. Each class is highly interactive and will focus on important works in music history. No musical background is required. Your check for $156 payable to the Concord Conservatory of Music is due at the first class. Please call the COA to let us know you plan to attend even if you have registered with CCM as well.

The Concord Council on Aging is excited to announce its First Annual Golf Tournament. It will take placeon Tuesday, Septemer 17th at the Maynard Golf Course. At only $30 per person including cart, it is an affordable way to join your COA friends, have fun, and improve your game. Check-in at the Maynard Golf Course will start at 8:30 AM, and the tee time is 9:00 sharp. Water and snacks will be provided on the course. After you finish the nine holes, you can purchase a burger or hot dog at the snack bar. Prizes will be awarded! This tournament is limited to just 12 people. Please register beginning Tuesday, September 3rd by calling 978 318 3020. The $30 fee is due upon registration.

Are you a reader? Come and join in on the COA Book Group at its first meeting since the summer hiatus. We will meet to talk about what we've read over the summer and to choose a book for our October meeting. New members are always welcome! No need to sign up, just join in to share thoughts and ideas about summer reading!

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 canasta enthusiast Pat Grainger for instruction on the more uniform set of rules of Modern American Canasta. Brush up your skills or learn from scratch. pat will be offering guidance for new members for these additional four sessions. These classes are free of charge, but please call beginning Tuesday, September 3rd to sign up. 978 318 3020.

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.

Please join Emerson Hospital Diabetes Educator Ashley Pickering Brown for a presentation on the management of diabetes. Ashley is a nurse practitioner who specializes in diabetes and endocrinology. This program is intended for those with diabetes, pre-diabetes, or anyone interested in improving overall health. Topics covered include defining diabetes, diabetes prevention, healthy eating, stress management, lifestyle changes, and much more. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd to sign up. 978 318 3020.

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 our group of curious genealogists that meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Stop by an learn the skills it takes to compile your family history or to write stories for future generations to enjoy! Please call to sign up and bring your own laptop if possible. If you want an informative and welcoming place to explore your roots, ancestry.com is always available free in our library here at the COA.

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

Stop by for a quick chat with pharmacist Diane Briner of the West Concord Pharmacy. Diane will be on hand to answer all of your medication and pharmacy questions. Bring a list of your current medications and supplements to discuss. No appointment is needed, just drop in!

Please call to make your reservation - 978 318 3020

Each week, the International Current Events group, facilitated by Barbara Howell, talks about a range of topics based on world events. Each member brings his or her own perspective and ideas to debate.This group has a broad spectrum of views and all viewpoints are welcome. No need to register, just join in the discussion. Please call the COA if you'd like to be included on the group's email communications.

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!

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.

Stop by for a quick chat with pharmacist Diane Briner of the West Concord Pharmacy. Diane will be on hand to answer all of your medication and pharmacy questions. Bring a list of your current medications and supplements to discuss. No appointment is needed, just drop in!

Join experienced acrylics teacher Linda Malone and her group of budding artists for a morning of colorful expression. No experience needed, Linda can help guide beginner through intermediate artists. Please wear old clothes or bring a smock to class to protect your clothes from paint. Please call the COA to sign up beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to register.

Come along for an hour a week and play beautiful tunes from yesteryear on the ukulele. No knowledge of the music or of the instrument is necessary, our instructor Daniel Metraux will teach you! We'll be playing music from Willie Nelson, Peter, Paul & Mary, Johnny Cash and so many others. The ukulele is small, inexpensive, and relatively easy to learn instrument. This series of four meet-ups costs $36, paid directly to the instructor. Come out and enjoy the music, singing, camaraderie and fun! You will need to purchase a ukulele before the first class if you do not already own one. We need a minimum of 8 people to go ahead with the classes, so please call the COA beginning Monday, June 3rd to sign up! 978 318 3020.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the music composed before the time of Bach! This discussion-based class will study the music that led to the Baroque era. We will learn about 17th century musical and performance practice, the instruments, the musicians, and the culture. Join Concord conservatory of Music faculty member, concert pianist, and composer Keith Kirchoff as he offers another series of classes. Whether you are an active concertgoer, study an instrument, or just enjoy listening, these twelve 90-minute classes are a wonderful way to increase your joy of music and expand your musical knowledge. Each class is highly interactive and will focus on important works in music history. No musical background is required. Your check for $156 payable to the Concord Conservatory of Music is due at the first class. Please call the COA to let us know you plan to attend even if you have registered with CCM as well.

Come out and enjoy an afternoon of song with friends at the COA. Led by volunteer Jerry Hurley at the piano, this group singe all the old favorites.

Please join us for this unique program where a range of ideas will be explored through short videos and guided discussions. TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). this month we look at: What exactly is civility, and what does it require? In a talk packed with historical insights, political theorist Teresa Bejan explains how civility has been used as both the foundation of tolerant societies and as a way for political partisans to silence and dismiss opposing views. Bejan suggests that we should instead dry for "mere civility": the virtue of being able to disagree fundamentally with others without destroying the possibility of a common life tomorrow. (This talk contains mature language.) After the video, a discussion is facilitated by Beth Roberts. This program is free of charge. Please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to register. 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 canasta enthusiast Pat Grainger for instruction on the more uniform set of rules of Modern American Canasta. Brush up your skills or learn from scratch. pat will be offering guidance for new members for these additional four sessions. These classes are free of charge, but please call beginning Tuesday, September 3rd to sign up. 978 318 3020.

Our monthly Caregivers' Support Group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month and is open for 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. Please call Nicole with any question or to register at 978 318 3012.

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.

We are offering this free demo in advance of the archery course being offered this October. If you are interested in archery, but you aren't sure you'll like it, stop in and give it a go! All equipment is provided.

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.

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.

For those of us that have homes filled to the brim and are having difficulty parting with treasured possessions, the COA is offering a 15-week skills training workshop and peer support group. Research has shown that working through the book "Buried in Treasures" by Tolin, Steketee, & Frost in a structured group is one of the most effective ways of addressing excessive cluttering and compulsive acquiring behaviors. The benefits of owning less are far greater than just a clean home. They include focus, freedom and more peace in your life. This is a free group for seniors who identify themselves as having excessive clutter. There is no charge, but you are expected to purchase your own copy of the book. Please call at any time to register - 978 318 3020. If you need more information, please ask to speak with Lauren Barretta.

Focusing on the relationships between the many different philosophies of music making, this opera appreciation class will span the earliest examples of western opera in Germany and Italy all the way to contemporary folk and rock opera, with most of the time devoted to becoming familiar with the most beautiful music in every era and style. Each class will focus on a specific time period, genre, or musician, and explore the common themes that link even the most different-sounding works to answer the question: "What is opera?" Join Concord Academy Junior Henry Patton on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month for this 7-part series beginning September 10th. Henry is a professional actor and singer with a passion for musical theater and opera. This series is free of charge, but please call the COA to let us know you plan to attend. 978 318 3020.

We are again offering this 6-week series of evening classes for caregivers. This course is suitable for anyone who finds themselves in the role of caregiver, and it is not diagnosis specific. Whether you are the adult child or spouse of someone with care needs, you are welcome to join this course. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is designed to provide tools and strategies to better handle the unique challenges faced by family caregivers - including self-care, management of emotions, self-efficacy, and the use of community resources. This program is offered free of charge with thanks to the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. We need a minimum of 8 caregivers to run this class. Please call the COA at 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.

Please call to make your reservation - 978 318 3020

Each week, the International Current Events group, facilitated by Barbara Howell, talks about a range of topics based on world events. Each member brings his or her own perspective and ideas to debate.This group has a broad spectrum of views and all viewpoints are welcome. No need to register, just join in the discussion. Please call the COA if you'd like to be included on the group's email communications.

The low vision support group, facilitated by Jini McCoubrey, meets the last Wednesday of each month. The meeting this month will feature a talk by Jerry Selliz from the Ellenbogen Assistive Technology Center in Natick. Jerry will share with us resources specifically designed for the visually impaired. Bring your questions and experiences to share. No need to register.

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!

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.

Join experienced acrylics teacher Linda Malone and her group of budding artists for a morning of colorful expression. No experience needed, Linda can help guide beginner through intermediate artists. Please wear old clothes or bring a smock to class to protect your clothes from paint. Please call the COA to sign up beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to register.

Sometimes we want things to be recyclable, so we put them in the recycling bin. Waste managers often call this wishful or aspirational recycling. Unfortunately, putting these non-recyclable objects in with the rest of the recycling can do more harm than good. Join Environmental Services Program Administrator Rod Robinson to check in with your home recycling. Learn how to prepare your recyclables before they go into the bin and the changes to the list of which plastic items are recyclable. In addition to the recycling tips, Rod will include a brief update on the status of the recycling markets as well as a summary of the town's curbside collection program. He will also share information on related upcoming town events like the October Swap-Off/Drop-Off event.

We are seeking new drummers to join Tim Kane's monthly drum circle group! No drumming experience is needed to take part. Participants create collaborative rhythmic jams after learning the basics on a variety of different percussive instruments. This activity is good for anyone, including those with limited mobility. The cost per session is $15 payable directly to Tim Kane. The group is limited to just 16 participants, so please call the COA beginning Tuesday, September 3rd, to reserve your seat.

A Dog's Way Home 2019; Family Drama; 1 hr. 36 mins; Rated PG Based on the beloved bestselling novel, A Dog's Way Home chronicles the heartwarming adventure of Bella, a devoted dog who embarks on an epic 400-mile journey home after she is separated from her beloved human. Cast: Ashley Judd, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jonah Hauer King, Edward James Olmos, and more.

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?!

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.

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.