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DRUMS ALIVE IS BACK DAILY! Kelly has been given the opportunity to provide Drums Alive classes at home for people of ALL AGES. The classes are being sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and are FREE to all participants while we are in Stay At Home orders.

Meeting ID: 846 7080 2329 *Sandi's has such a following that her class always ends up with a lengthy waitlist. Now you can all see how wonderful her yoga program is. No wait list on Zoom!

Meeting ID: 886 4116 3165 Password: 842363 *So Scotty came back last week and was a hit! (as we know he would be!) T’ai Chi is a slow-motion, moving meditative exercise for relaxation and health. Scott has studied various forms of martial arts since 1983, including T’ai Chi. Studies have shown that T’ai Chi can help you live longer, improve muscle strength, balance and flexibility, boost cognitive function, improve COPD symptoms, get better night-time sleep quality, improve symptoms of fibromyalgia, see improvements in cardiovascular fitness, reduce risk of falls, obtain moderate benefits for chronic nonspecific neck pain and more. Try it!

*This SEATED exercise class is designed to accommodate mature individuals of various fitness levels. This class includes a a thorough warm-up, strength training, and gentle stretching to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension.

Meeting ID: 137 719 908 Password: 713980 *We can't be in the cozy library, but Kerrie always finds a cozy spot in her new home to have us all relax and rid ourselves of anxiety. Even if you have never meditated before, now is the time to give it a try. You won't regret it - especially when Kerrie runs it.

Meeting ID: 848 4743 2052 Password: 430296 The course consists of ten Powerpoint seminars on the life and times of gunslingers who lived in the American West in the late 19th century and are well known in American popular culture. The seminars are broken up into two series: five on the “Good Guys” and another five on the “Bad Guys.” The American West has been portrayed extensively in westerns and other media and subjected, on the one hand, to broad exaggeration, and, on the other, to a more recent tendency to uninformed debunking. The intent is to present the unvarnished truth, as far as it can be ascertained from historical records. The Good Guys series consists of the following five seminars:

Every Monday bring your lunch and a favorite book or two to share! Or just hear about what other kids are reading. Also get special sneak peeks at what's new and listen to a chapter or two from some favorite books! *There will be no meeting on 7/27* Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department and we can send you a link unless the event is full.

Meeting ID: 865 6904 4770 *Our friend, Paul will be facilitating his regularly scheduled program Clutter Support Group via Zoom. Here is what Paul shared, "The Clutter Support Group is a gathering of men and women who meet weekly in order to solve their common problems of hoarding, cluttering and procrastinating. The only requirement to attend is the desire to change these negative habits and help one another. Our mission is to help to provide members with the tools and skills needed to live a clutter free life. We offer understanding, trust and hope in a caring, compassionate and discreet environment. With support, our desire is to help our members live a better life physically and emotionally.

Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb entertains young and old with this delightful re-telling of unusual fairy tales. From enchanted bears, to determined princesses, to a wild ride with a fairy-band, Once Upon a Time has never been this fun! Learn more about Master Storyteller Diane Edgecomb at www.livingmyth.com Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or click on the link on the right to email the children's department and we can send you a link unless the event is full.

DRUMS ALIVE IS BACK DAILY! Kelly has been given the opportunity to provide Drums Alive classes at home for people of ALL AGES. The classes are being sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and are FREE to all participants while we are in Stay At Home orders.

Meeting ID: 822 8961 6423 Password: 540079 *Gentle Fitness is a strength and conditioning class which focuses on moving safely from one exercise to the next. You will work on balance strengthening, stability and flexibility. You will need a mat and optional weights.

*Current Events provides participants with the opportunity to hear a concise update of the past week's news (local, national and international as appropriate), as well as the opportunity to bring up topics of current interest to themselves. The option to speak or just listen is up to you. The demeanor is always respectful. Facilitator Gerry wrote to me, “Just a reminder of Current Events on Tuesday at 10:30. Same time, same place and same zoom information. If you have any questions let me know. Lots to talk about. Will you now be sitting down in a restaurant? Do you believe in the ostrich approach of less testing leading to less cases? Are you a John Bolton fan? Something to share about Greg Shesko? Remember these days?” See Agenda Link.

*This class will involve dynamic, bilateral movement and physical brain activities to improve stability, total body coordination, speed, spatial awareness, endurance and flexibility. Please have the following items ready and available to use during the class): 1) 1 small Bean Bag, bag of frozen Peas or similar item. 2) 3 Paper Plates or Paper Bowls. 3) 1 Spoon (preferably a long one - maybe wooden) and (1) something that is roundish, and will fit easily in the spoon’s scoop. EXAMPLES - a plastic Egg, a Walnut, a small bottle of Whiteout, etc. 4) 1 small Ball. EXAMPLES - a Baseball, or a Tennis Ball. 5) 1 small Pad of Paper and 1 Pen/Pencil - preferably a Pad of “Stickies” for the paper. 6) 1 small Personal Item. EXAMPLES - Old, empty Prescription Bottle, Aspirin/Tylenol Bottle, pair of Glasses, or ANY item you choose that is small and non-breakable.

Every Tuesday bring your lunch and a favorite book or two to share! Or just hear about what other kids are reading. Also get special sneak peeks at what's new and listen to a chapter or two from some favorite books! *Ravenous readers will not meet on 7/28* Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or click on the link on the right to email the children's department and we can send you a link unless the event is full.

*Managing care for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia-related illness became more complicated during the COVID-19 shut down. Many outside supports were suddenly unavailable, causing changes in routines, longer hours of hands-on care at home, and social isolation. Join Community VNA for a discussion among caregivers. Get tips and strategies from their Alzheimer’s Assistance Program, and activities to engage loved ones living with dementia. Join us to discover ideas that could make a big difference in your day!

Meeting the challenges that arise in our world and in our lives with skill and wisdom involves a recognition that, although we cannot control the course of events, we can cultivate the ability to control how we “meet the challenge.” Neil will review how mindfulness can cultivate qualities such as clarity, patience, equanimity and compassion that can help us navigate our way through these challenges. The sessions will be interactive, include guided practices, and cover basic mindfulness principles. Newcomers are always welcome

To Join Meeting : Email me and I will connect you with an appointment *Some of you met with Galina during her Tuesday afternoon financial clinics last year where Galina answered your financial questions and gave you advice. A number of you also attended her financial presentations in the past. Galina Pekurovskaya is a Financial Adviser with the Bulfinch Group in Needham. Galina is resuming her Financial Clinic every Tuesday at 2 pm. In the spirit of Quarantine, she will conduct it on-line. Pre-registration is required. Feel free to sign up for a Tuesday afternoon 2 pm session with Galina"

Read to Tucker online: Build confidence in reading with Tucker, a trained, hypoallergenic, therapy dog! For Grades 1+. Sign up for a 15-minute slot using the link to the right for our online registration calendar. Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or email the Children's Department using the link on the right and we can send you a login unless the event is full.

Meeting ID: 839 9235 5761 *This class is a mostly seated exercise class that does not encourage activities that might exacerbate arthritis symptoms and sore joints. It addresses range of motion, strength, flexibility, endurance balance and coordination.

Meeting ID: 443 604 7877 Password: 0DbGrY *Everyone loves Michelle’s Gentle Seated Yoga so we thought we would add something special in the evening - Gentle Mat Yoga! As always, Michelle will make it as personal as possible so if you have a special area you want to work on - let her know.

Meeting ID: 409 252 1447 Password: 12345 *Join our Kristen for a time to socialize, catch up, see familiar and new faces and just talk. Anything is up for discussion in this friendly Coffee Hour! Pour a cup and join us!

DRUMS ALIVE IS BACK DAILY! Kelly has been given the opportunity to provide Drums Alive classes at home for people of ALL AGES. The classes are being sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and are FREE to all participants while we are in Stay At Home orders.

*Look who’s back! Showway! Join her in your living room as we do Line Dance followed by Nia/Latin music inspired dance fitness. Participants need to start their Zoom at 9:20am to do a sound check with the instructor. Please bring water and set up a chair for cool down stretch. If you’ve never done a program with Showway - now is the time. Here energy and spirit are amazing!

Meeting ID: 345 445 0724 *Back due to popular demand, welcome to Word Games with Val. Every Wednesday, we will learn new words as well as explore the history of old words--hopefully a logophile's paradise. We will enjoy word play with limericks, witticisms, famous quotes, trivia, jokes, and other word fun. We will play word games such as Dictionary and delve into the meanings and origins of words. We will also explore trends with words that have come and gone in popularity. Ideally, our word fun will spark your brain and memory, and maybe bring out a few laughs. Join Val for healthy fun!

Meeting ID: 409 252 1447 Password: 12345 *Join Kristen in her weekly discussion group. They had a great group last week. Anything is up for a discussion and chatting about simpler times, getting through these times, and just being together. She loves new faces so stop by!

Meeting ID: 859 4613 1521 *Today, one of the most popular trending fitness classes in the mainstream fitness world is "High Intensity Interval Training." Our fitness crew, Lisa and Stephen have put together a version of this for our Center participants: Personalized - Intensity Interval Training.It is defined by what works best for you! It builds cardiovascular fitness while improving muscular strength and endurance. This is more personalized and geared towards individual levels.

Patricia Moore of NASA's Artemis Communication Team will describe the upcoming Artemis mission to the moon, what it’s like to work at NASA, and the many different careers in STEM one can explore. Registration closes at 9pm on the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department using the link on the right and we can send you a login unless the event is full.

Meeting ID: 816 9750 5013 *Now - more than ever our health is of the utmost importance! We want our CATH Ladies healthy and we have such a great resource with Lisa Cadigan, we decided to make a women's - focused health program. Women too often are taking care of 1000 things, yet not themselves. Each month will have a new topic, new speakers and time for questions and answers. There are a lot of confusing messages out there. Join us to get to the truth and get focused and motivated.

Meeting ID: 816 9750 5013 *Now - more than ever our health is of the utmost importance! We want our CATH Ladies healthy and we have such a great resource with Lisa Cadigan, we decided to make a women's - focused health program. Women too often are taking care of 1000 things, yet not themselves. Each month will have a new topic, new speakers and time for questions and answers. There are a lot of confusing messages out there. Join us to get to the truth and get focused and motivated.

Join us for the monthly meeting of Bookventurers, a book club for 3rd-5th grade children! This month, read any of the Whatever After series by Mlynowski. • Read the book • Discuss it with other kids. • Participate in book themed activities! • Make new friends! Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or email the children's department with the link on the right and we can send you a login unless the event is full.

*Please join Dr. Marga for a 30 minute physician-led session with breathing and introspection. This is a FREE Online STRESS-BUSTING event every Wednesday!

* We are now offering Personal Training Sessions with Stephen and Lisa Cadigan - our trusted trainers! Stephen or Lisa will have an introductory session to work out what exercise program (work on back, core, strengthening, recovery of surgery or injury, over zoom, over phone, in - person while socially distancing) is best for your needs during COVID 19. This sort of one-on-one program typically costs hundreds of dollars. Signup now to get the best exercise plan for specifically you!

To join Zoom Meeting: Email akelley@needhamma.gov & she will put you in touch with Nikki & her sweet crew. *Nikki, from West River Hospice is opening up her weekly Bereavement Circle to anyone who wants to join this compassionate, friendly and comforting group. If you have lost someone - now is not the time to be alone. Please consider joining this group. Even if you don't want to chime in - listening to the fact that you are not alone in your thoughts, could help.

DRUMS ALIVE IS BACK DAILY! Kelly has been given the opportunity to provide Drums Alive classes at home for people of ALL AGES. The classes are being sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and are FREE to all participants while we are in Stay At Home orders.

Meeting ID: 832 3378 6121 Password: 2yC5Or *Barre incorporates the fluidity of ballet, the flexibility of yoga, and the core strengthening of Pilates. It is a structured, easy-to-follow total body workout. This low impact workout combines light weights (optional) and is set to music that makes you want to move. You will need a chair, mat, optional light weights. Please read the risk statement below. Lisa is looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.

To join Zoom Meeting: Email akelley@needhamma.gov & she will put you in touch with Nikki & her sweet crew. *Nikki, from West River Hospice is opening up her weekly Bereavement Circle to anyone who wants to join this compassionate, friendly and comforting group. If you have lost someone - now is not the time to be alone. Please consider joining this group. Even if you don't want to chime in - listening to the fact that you are not alone in your thoughts, could help.

Meeting ID: 836 1068 9044 **Beth Knaus, owner of That's a Spade Writing Services, will teach you tools and tips and motivate you to hone your hobby (or start your new hobby) of writing. The group also helps one another with discussion of writing techniques, sharing writing, and just talking about the love of writing. All types of writers are welcomed - fiction, non-fiction, short stories, essays, journaling. (which can also be therapeutic at times like these.) Always looking for new participants.

Meeting ID: 825 3085 7949 Password: 287730 *Scotty is a hit and you should join his program! T’ai Chi is a slow-motion, moving meditative exercise for relaxation and health. Scott has studied various forms of martial arts since 1983, including T’ai Chi. Studies have shown that T’ai Chi can help you live longer, improve muscle strength, balance and flexibility, boost cognitive function, improve COPD symptoms, get better night-time sleep quality, improve symptoms of fibromyalgia, see improvements in cardiovascular fitness, reduce risk of falls, obtain moderate benefits for chronic nonspecific neck pain and more. Try it!

Meeting ID: 832 3200 1112 Password: 9iBf8w *This class focuses on developing flexibility, balance and strength. In this class you will work on alignment, breathing, developing a strong core, and improving coordination and balance. You will need a mat. Please read the risk statement below. Lisa, looking forward to seeing you tomorrow and she is always accepting new students who could give it a try!

Meeting ID: 691 892 6899 *Join this very important group which will focus on encouraging people to meet and socialize in our new way of life. We’ll introduce ourselves and give a little background information about ourselves. We’ll then discuss varied ways we have been “socializing from a distance,” e.g., creative physical meetings with friends and family, Zoom, Face Time, emails, What’s App, HouseParty, Caribu, Skype, phone calls, etc. We’ll share information and resources. But most of all, we’ll have fun socially interacting—from a distance! Debbie is so great!

Meeting ID: 816 9119 6399 *This class will involve dynamic, bilateral movement and physical brain activities to improve stability, total body coordination, speed, spatial awareness, endurance and flexibility. Give it a try!

Meeting ID: 443 604 7877 Password: 0DbGrY *Michelle is a fabulous yoga instructor and can make this a Seated Yoga as well!

Meeting ID: 816 8790 1740 *Motion is lotion in this exercise class! This program includes range of motion, strengthening/flexibility, aerobic/endurance & balance & coordination exercises. Mindful relaxation completes the class. You DO NOT have to have arthritis to take part. Any movement is great these days - and always.

DRUMS ALIVE IS BACK DAILY! Kelly has been given the opportunity to provide Drums Alive classes at home for people of ALL AGES. The classes are being sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and are FREE to all participants while we are in Stay At Home orders.

Meeting ID: 722 0848 3215 Password: 0ReAjR *Laila is back! You know her from Balance Deconstructed, one of our most popular programs at the Center. Now she is doing a virtual program for you to do at home.Balance is complex and multi-dimensional. This class will go over the components of good balance and will train you on how to improve it through a variety of exercises fir core and leg strengthening, posture awareness a d stretches for greater flexibility.

Meeting ID: 827 9871 2533 Password: 12345 *Comfort Crew is a program for families impacted by Alzheimer's/Dementia at varying levels. This is a virtual group for people experiencing Alzheimer's/Dementia and their caregivers intended to increase connectedness and provide families with comfort. Please join us this week for a coffee hour. Bring your favorite beverage and join for a morning chat with the CATH social work staff and other group members.

Meeting ID: 836 1068 9044 **Beth Knaus, owner of That's a Spade Writing Services, will teach you tools and tips and motivate you to hone your hobby (or start your new hobby) of writing. The group also helps one another with discussion of writing techniques, sharing writing, and just talking about the love of writing. All types of writers are welcomed - fiction, non-fiction, short stories, essays, journaling. (which can also be therapeutic at times like these.) Always looking for new participants. Beth shared some prompts but your own are great too. Here are some prompts for your writing pleasure: The names I’ve been called / The scent of ocean fog / What I said was not what I was thinking

*This SEATED exercise class is designed to accommodate mature individuals of various fitness levels. This class includes a a thorough warm-up, strength training, and gentle stretching to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension.

Join us for an event to check-in and see all the projects everyone made! If you would rather email your photos to using the link and we will share them via social media. Registration closes at 9pm the day before the event for us to make sure everyone gets a link. If you are interested in attending on the day of an event, please call the children's department at (781)-755-7559 ext 507 or email neechild@minlib.net and we can send you a link unless the event is full.

*We met last week and decided to make our Book Group a Short Story Group as this will make it less pressure to read a full book and make it more social. For anyone who wants to join in, the story we will discuss Friday at Noon is Curious Case of Sidd Finch by George Plimpton. It was originally published on April 1, 1985 in Sport Illustrated. See Agenda Link for story.

Meeting ID: 874 5224 0031 Password: 368152 *It’s Friday and our Techie is back! Join Avrom to discuss all things technical! He will focus on new topics each week and you can also bring any questions you have - he’s all yours! Don’t stop joining or taking part in programs just because you aren’t comfortable with technology. Avrom is your man!

The COA has partnered with Needham Public School's Nutrition Services to be a part of a new USDA grant - funded Fresh Fruit & Vegetable program to support families and farmers during COVID-19. We will be delivering fresh fruit and vegetables this Friday to the first 30 people who register. The items are subject to change, but will include 10 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables.