Meals on Wheels volunteer Bev Shepherd retired last month

Longtime COA volunteer Bev Shepherd made her last meals on wheels delivery before retiring.

NEW: Enjoying Poetry

Wednesdays in October @ 9:30am

Professor Malati Ramratnam will lead interactive discussions on the works of poets like Milton, Shakespeare and Chaucer. Bring your favorite poetry to share with the class too! Class size is limited so please sign up.

Charlie Cards at the COA

Friday, Oct 14, 1:00-3:30pm

Save yourself a trip to Boston and stop by to complete your application for a senior discount CharlieCard (65+). Bring an id, we'll take your picture and send your application to the MBTA.

NEW: Framingham Shopping Shuttle

Fridays, Oct 7 & 21 @ 9:30am

Hop on our bus and get your errands done at Target or Shopper's World. The bus makes two stops at the COA or Brook School starting at 9:30. Cost: $3

NEW: A Matter of Balance at Brook School Apts.

Mondays Oct. 17-Dec. 5 @ 1:30 pm
This 8-session workshop will address the issues around falling, safety and activity levels. Participants must commit to all sessions. Cost: check newsletter for details.

NEW: To Cook or Not To Cook

Monday Oct. 24 @ 1:30 pm

Ed Alessi will show you ways to make nutritious, healthy food, even if you are cooking for one person. Demos using his electric skillet will be part of this fun and interactive workshop. A Matter of Balance, shopping in Framingham, and more!

Art & Architecture Series

Mondays Oct.31-Nov21 @ 10:30am

Popular lecturer Pat Richard returns to discuss Scandanavian arts and crafts and its impact on America. Sign up to ensure adequate seating!

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