We want to warmly welcome our new Chair Yoga instructor, Margo! Please note that Chair Yoga will now be at 10:30 AM on Fridays beginning January 13 (previously the class began at 10:00 AM). This change occurred after the publication of the January/February 2023 newsletter.

Shin and Jim Freedman will read from their collection of essays and reflect on their global experiences as travelers, educators, and consultants. The stories take place in cities such as Beijing, Boston, Brattleboro, Holliston, Seoul, Shanghai, and many other far-flung cities around the world. Jim and Shin’s reflections on what they learned through these experiences and how their lives were enriched through these encounters make these stories truly unique and worth reading. Register now on the event page.

Pre-registration is required unless noted below. Call the CSC at 508-647-6540 to register or go to register.communitypass.net/Natick to sign up online.

Join this fun and engaging talk about how television was invented and the skullduggery between television entrepreneurs! Thank you to Riverbend for sponsoring this program!

Register now on the event page.

Join our own Ron Williams as we expand our reach and take a look at symphonies, jazz and other world music. Ron is an award-winning artist familiar to opera and concert audiences throughout New England. He made his Boston Lyric Opera debut in 1992 after touring opera houses throughout Europe. Register now and pay on the event page.

TAP DANCING: NEW SESSION WITH THREE LEVELS - STILL TIME TO REGISTER!

LINE DANCING - ALL LEVELS WELCOME!

Dance for fun, exercise, balance, coordination, to learn a new skill, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and danced to contemporary music and some old favorites. Register now and pay on the event page.

Do you need help preparing your taxes? IRS trained and certified AARP tax volunteers will be available (by appointment only) to prepare your 2022 Federal and State Income Tax returns beginning in early February. There is no cost for this service. The program is designed to assist all people of low to middle income with special attention given to those age 60 and older. You will receive information on what you should bring to your appointment to complete your taxes. You may schedule your tax appointment by calling the CSC at (508) 647-6540 beginning Tuesday, January 31.

Pre-registration is required for all Zoom classes. Call the CSC at 508-647-6540 to register or go to register.communitypass.net/Natick to sign up online.

From Starry Night to The Nighthawks, there are some images that are so ubiquitous in our culture that we have stopped looking at them closely. This program delves into these iconic works and shares the secret stories behind their creation and reception. Thanks to Whitney Place, Natick for sponsoring this program. Register now on the event page. Join us for Part 2 on February 21 at 1:30 pm!

Potsdam is a city of beautiful parks and spectacular palaces on the idyllic lakes of the Havel, just an hour away from the German capital Berlin. Join a professional, local guide showing the sights in real time along with multimedia for historical perspective. A zoom link will be sent to you a week in advance. Register now on the event page.

The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren offers a variety of resources to help, including legal, financial, support services and support groups. For more information, visit their website at www.massgrg.com, call 617-748-2454 or email colleen.pritoni@state.ma.us. See the schedule of support groups flyer.

Now that winter is upon us, we would like to remind you that it is time to prepare for cold temperatures and rising utility costs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can provide financial assistance toward your winter season heating bill as well as a discounted rate on your electricity, as long as you meet the income guidelines and provide the necessary documentation. If approved for LIHEAP you may also qualify for weatherization, appliance management, and/or heating system repairs or replacement. Please see the flyer for more income eligibility guidelines.

Worried about paying your energy bills? Attend the Energy Assistance Fair at Morse Institute Library Downstairs Meeting Hall on Monday, January 23 from 4:00-7:00 pm. Connect with representatives from the Town, Eversource and local nonprofits who can help you:

Please read the brochure describing these new crisis, urgent, and routine mental health and substance use services for people of all ages!

Check out the exciting lineup of new workshops offered by 50+ Job Seekers on their schedule page.

Find us on Facebook or go to our website on the Town of Natick's page!