DRUMMING CIRCLE WITH ED SORRENTINO

Wednesdays, October 7 and 21 at 10:30 am

Introduction to rhythm and drumming, you bring the energy and Ed will bring the drums! Advance sign up required. Max 20. Suggested Donation at the door $5.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

Monday, October 26 at 11:00 am

This group generally meets the 4th Monday of each

month. The book this month is “How to Read a Book” by

Monica Wood. Books are available for pick up at the Ventress Library.

WOMEN’S GROUP WITH

BARBARA LEARY: PROCESSED FOODS

Tuesday, October 27 at 1:00 pm

A processed food is any food or drink altered from its natural state during preparation, packaging or manufacturing. Food processing ranges from basic preservation to complex industrial manufacturing. Let’s educate ourselves about what we’re consuming! Sign up in advance with at the front desk or by calling 781-834-5581. Free. Max: 48

ANTIQUE SLIDESHOW -

MARSHFIELD POSTCARDS C1910: PART 2

Thursday, October 29 at 1:00 pm

The August presentation on Marshfield Postcards was so enthusiastically received that a Part 2 program will being offered in October. On Thursday October 29 at 1:00 pm another slideshow will be featuring a different set of Marshfield Postcards published c1910. The program will feature images of the town’s villages, and there will be a chance to reminisce about once prominent institutions that are now vague memories. There will also be the opportunity to view neighborhoods and community activities from the previous century. The speaker will be antiques journalist Bob Jackman. OPTIONAL: If you have an interesting Marshfield postcard, bring it to the presentation, and Bob will be happy to offer comments. Admission is free. While the talk will be organized around a sequence of 70 slides, the atmosphere will be informal with questions and answers throughout the presentation. Expect to learn a bit, share some laughs, and have a good time. Admission is free. Please sign up in advance at the front desk or by calling 781-834-5581.

MEN’S BREAKFAST: “WHO REALLY WAS PAUL REVERE” WITH RICHARD NICHOLS

Friday, October 30 Breakfast at 9:00 am - Presentation to follow at 9:30 am

Women always welcome! History speaker Richard Nichols presents an informative lecture on Paul Revere. From his birth, his family, his country, to the midnight ride and the American Revolution. You will gain a better understanding of many unknown facts on the life of Paul Revere. Please register in advance at the front desk or call the Senior Center at 781-834-5581. Suggested donation $5 at the door. Max: 40

POETRY CLUB WITH RICH HANSEN

Friday, October 30 at 11:00 am

Join this monthly gathering of people who love poetry by poets ranging from Longfellow to Amanda Gorman!

MARSHFIELD VETERANS SERVICES HOURS

Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Meet with a representative from the Department of Veterans' Services for information and assistance in obtaining any federal state or local veterans benefits.

MARSHFIELD VETERANS’ COFFEE HOUR

Wednesday, October 28 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join us for coffee, conversation and comradery. If you are a veteran or widow/spouse of a veteran & are in need of help; financial or otherwise please call our office at 781-834-5576 and ask for Carin or Lisa. Monthly Food Drive takes place on the 2nd Thursday of the month, at WATD.

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH on Thursdays from 10:00 am - 11:00 am.  This one hour conversational Spanish at 10:00 am is particularly for those who need extra time trying out their Spanish. Absolute beginners are invited to sit in and get the flavor. Cost $6.00 per class.      

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH on Thursdays from 11:15 am - 12:15 pm.  Intermediate Spanish for those with some level of Spanish. Brush up on your skills! Cost: $6.00 per class. 

WOODCARVING WORKSHOP on Wednesdays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.  This workshop is designed for a wide range of carvers, from beginner to advanced. Join us and meet some talented artisans willing to share their skills. Facilitator: Kevin Dunn.

KNITTING GROUP on Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. If you knit or crochet or want help learning to crochet or knit, join us. Bring your own project or we can show you some simple projects to get started with! All welcome!

CHESS CLUB on Tuesdays from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.  Facilitator Tom Lester will provide beginner instruction as well chess strategy for more experienced players. Some members will also be available for competitive play. All welcome. 

QUILTING GROUP on Thursdays from 8:30 am - 11:00 am.  Have a UFO to finish? join us to work on your own UFO or a project presented to the group. To register call the Senior Center and the group facilitator Holly Carpenter will contact you. 

RUG HOOKING GROUP on Wednesdays from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.  The group works on individual projects. All are invited to join us - we will gladly share our knowledge and assist with obtaining supplies, if necessary.

TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE   Need assistance with a computer, cell phone or tablet? Drop in to one of our free 1-on-1 sessions.  Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.