WEEK OF OCTOBER 18-22
781-786-6280 20 Alphabet Lane westoncoa@westonma.gov website

Coffee & Conversation

Monday, October 18, 10:00-11:00

Enjoy coffee and conversation in the lounge with friends and COA staff . Sign yourself up and encourage a friend to join you to enjoy coffee together. Drop-in is welcome but advance sign up is requested. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Medicare

Monday, October 18, 1:00-2:00 on Zoom

In this Zoom information session, led by Weston’s SHINE counselors, you will learn about the 2021 changes to Medicare and how they may affect you. It will also include an overview of Medicare for those who are approaching Medicare eligibility or who are already enrolled in Medicare. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register. For those on Medicare, changes to your coverage can be made during Open Enrollment, October 15— December 7. SHINE counselors provide free Medicare counseling to help you compare your options. Call the COA to sign up for an in-person or phone appointment.

Legendary Singer Pavarotti

Tuesday, October 19, 11:00-12:30 on Zoom

Luciano Pavarotti stands as one of the most influential tenors of the 20th century. This class, led by opera singer Annina Hsieh, will explore the life, work and voice of this extraordinary singer. We will listen to video and audio clips throughout Pavarotti’s career, which spanned over 40 years and discuss the evolution of Pavarotti’s singing: his early influences, his rise to international fame and cross over to popular music styles. In addition, we will debate the paradoxes of fame within the opera industry, and the creation of an opera superstar. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Matter of Balance

Wednesdays, October 20—December 8, 1:45-3:45 at the COA

This nationally acclaimed course acknowledges the risk of falling but emphasizes practical coping strategies to reduce this fear. Learn to lessen your fall risk with improved strength, increased activity and adjusting your environment. Enrollment in all sessions is required. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Art Therapy

With Regis Masters Students

Thursdays, through Nov 4, 10:00-11:00 at the COA

In collaboration with the Regis College Occupational Therapy program, the COA is offering a series of programs led by Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy students, Michael and Megan. This series provides them the opportunity to integrate theoretical learning to build their skills in group leadership. Join us in supporting their education by signing up for the series.

Thursday 10/21 will focus on art therapy using a range of media such as crayons, paints, markers, and colored pencils. Art therapy can be used as a coping mechanism to manage emotions, or as a relaxing hobby. No talent or experience required. Prompts and tutorials will be given.

Don't forget to check out What's up at the Weston COA and sign up for programs next week:

The Restless Genius of Benjamin Franklin
The Trial of George Jacobs Sr., “Witch”?
Music of the Great Depression

Weston Cable TV Survey
Most people don’t realize that cable TV companies like Comcast and Verizon are licensed to provide service in Weston. Every five years the town surveys its residents in preparation for its re-licensing discussions with the local cable companies. In the survey, you can report any issues you have had with your cable TV service and how you think it could be improved. You also can tell us what you think of the Weston Media Center, our local TV station. Please go to WestonMedia.org to take the six-minute survey, even if you have not had any issues with your service or you don’t have cable TV service at all. Paper copies of the survey are available at the Weston Library and the COA. The survey closes on November 1st. To be most effective, Weston needs a high response rate from residents.