News and updates from the Council on Aging, May 26, 2011

BRITISH ROMANTIC POETRY
A Four Week Course with college professor, Dr. Eugene Narrett, Mondays – June 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 1:30-3:00in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, Pre-registration and payment required for this $40 course. Course curriculum will include works by Samuel Taylor Colerdige, William Wordsworth, William Blake, Percy Shelley, John Keats.

MFA EARLY ADMISSION/TOUR of CHIHULY Blown Glass Exhibit,Thurs., June 23. Leave Wayland Town Building at 8:30am, Return by 3:30pm. Early admission , guided tour, motorcoach transportation all included for $55.

“TOUR BOSTON” Motorcoach, guided tour of Boston with critically acclaimed actor, teacher, historian and tour guide, Stephen Collins; Thursday, June 23. Fully narrated 90 minute tour covering historical, literary and architectural treasures of Beantown. Lunch to follow at the “No Name” restaurant. (Lunch not included in trip price of $35.) Lv Wayland at 10am. Return by 2:15.

SET SAIL FROM GLOUCESTER: Tuesday, Aug. 2. Leave Wayland at 8am. $70 perperson includes transportation, schooner sail, lunch and all taxes and gratuities.

Calling all watercolorists: OUTDOOR PAINTING SERIES. Explore many scenic locations in and around Wayland. Five intensive days of painting (5, Thursday sessions, Noon – 5pm.) Each session will begin by discussing subject of the day, lighting conditions and a demo. David Lang and Bill Sterling, both accomplished artists will be the group facilitators, guiding the artistic process and leading a group review at the end of each session to discuss each artist’s work. Course fee: $125. Starts June 30. There may be a few “part time” openings ($75) for artists who are only able to attend three or fewer classes.. Non-seniors with watercolor experience are welcome to register after June 9.
 
THE HALL AT PATRIOT PLACE, Tues., July 19, $34. Interactive museum celebrating the history of the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Tour, transportation and lunch at CBS Scene (with views of the football field) are all included in the price. 10% off at the Patriots Pro Shop ..and a free gift bag included.

SUMMER DRAWING WORKSHOP. Instructor: Margret Krakauer., Thursdays, 10am-11:30am, COA-Town Building, July 14-Aug 4 (4wk session), Course Fee: $40
This course is designed for those students who want to learn the basics or perfect their drawing skills.
 
FRIDAY MOVIE MATINEE at the COA
Showtime: 12:30pm, ENJOY self-serve popcorn, and cold drinks from our “Hospitality Cart” – it’sall complimentary! Bring a friend, and/or bring your lunch.
Friday, June 10:  BURLESQUE (2010) Drama/Romance, PG-13, 1hr59min, Starring: Cher and Christina Aguilera. 

PROPERTY TAX WORK OFF PROGRAM
Applications available June 1 at the COA office for any senior aged 60yr + who would like to assist Town Departments on specific projects, working 62 hours for a $500 credit on their tax bill. Applicant skills will be matched with a department’s needs. Positions to start as early as July 1.

IMPORTANT REMINDER MEDICAL TAXI TICKETS
The last day to use a yellow Medical Taxi Voucher with JFK transportation is June 30, 2011; these yellow vouchers can be returned to the COA for reimbursement until Sept. 30, 2011. Residents may purchase green Medical Taxi Vouchers starting June 1st; these vouchers will be valid until June 30, 2012. 

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