Last chance!
Island Creek Oyster Farm Tour

Last chance to register for our private Island Creek Oyster Farm: private group hatchery and boat tour on September 14, 9:15-2:15. We have 3 seats left!

Your 2-hour tour starts where the oysters do: in the hatchery, where you will see how farmers recreate the ideal conditions for oysters to reproduce and learn the stages of growing algae (oyster food). Next, you’ll head to the nursery where the team monitors oysters through a period of exponential growth before they are big enough to be planted out in the Bay… your next stop!

The captain of the Nathaniel Winsor, a 27-foot Carolina Skiff, will guide you out on the water for an up-close look at the heart of what they do at the farm. We’ll share oyster tales, toss back some freshly harvested oysters, and soak up the sun. If you’re up for it, they will even teach you to shuck your own.

Cost: $100 Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to secure your seat.

World Snack Sampler Pack

Don't forget to pre-order by Tuesday 9/13 if you would like to pick up a World Snack Sampler Pack, a fun sampling of different snack foods from around the globe. Spread the joy and order one to give as a gift to brighten someone’s day. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to order by Tuesday, 9/13. Pick up Friday, September 16, 11:00-11:15 at the COA.

Fitness Spotlight:
Functional Fitness
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30

This class uses a combination of chair and standing exercises to tone different muscle groups and improve the ability to perform everyday activities. We focus on exercises and movements that tone muscles and improve the ability to perform everyday activities. The main emphasis is on core strengthening to improve balance, posture, coordination, stability, range of motion and flexibility. There is a combination of chair and standing exercises helps focus on different muscle groups, minimizing the possibility of repetitive movement injuries. Open to all levels of fitness.

Live Virtual Walking Tour
of Berlin, Germany
Thursday, September 15, 11:00-12:00 on Zoom

Discover the rich and turbulent history of 20th century Berlin from the comfort of home in this live virtual walking tour. Travel back in time under the grand arches of the Brandenburg Gate to explore some of the city’s most historical sites, including Berlin’s famous central park, the Tiergarten and post-War Soviet memorial. Your expert guide will lead you along avenues that have witnessed world historical moments including Ronald Reagan’s 1987 speech, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this Wall!” Packing over a hundred years of history into one hour, grab a glimpse of the glistening glass dome atop the Reichstag and watch history come to life during this incredible and interactive virtual experience. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Bridge:

Introduction to Popular Conventions
Friday, September 16?November 4, 10:00-12:00 at the COA

Advance your knowledge of bridge by learning the commonly used conventions to help improve your bridge techniques. Each session will include instruction followed by supervised bidding and play of prearranged hands. Comprehensive handouts will be distributed at the beginning of the sessions. Prior knowledge of the "Standard American" bidding system is preferred. Cost: $160 for 8 classes. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Friday Film

Downton Abbey: A New Era
Friday, September 16, 1:00-3:00 at the COA

The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess's newly inherited villa. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Save the Dates!

Save the dates for some big programs coming up at the Community Center:

Coffee & Conversation
Monday, September 19 10:00-11:00

An Autumn Serenade: Bo & Bill Winiker Concert
Tuesday, Septembers 20 3:30-4:30

International Day of Peace Panel: End Racism. Build Peace.
Wednesday, September 21, 5:00-6:00 at the Weston Public Library

The Dark Treason of Benedict Arnold with Historian Richard Bell
Thursday, September 22, 6:00-7:30 at the COA