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Our friend Malcolm Halliday returns for a limited engagement in New England. His program this evening entitled ‘Friends: Old and New’ is a varied and entertaining program from Bach to 20th century music, including works by Schubert, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Chopin and Debussy, as well as special works to celebrate Halloween and the fall season!

Born in Pennsylvania, he was the third generation of successful sculptors. From when he was a small boy, he was always making “stuff”; toys, utensils, and objects out of bits of string, wire, but- tons, cloth, wood and tin. He always had a sense of whimsy about his objects and invented the “Mobile”; a way to compose colorful shapes, and fine lines moving in a constantly changing arrangement. He is also known for creating and performing his own circus. Join us for a whimsical look into his world.

Pianist Alan Pearlmutter and Clarinetist Linda Po- land return with a program entitled “Broadway Bash”. Favorite tunes from such legendary musical productions as “Pajama Game”, “The Sound of Music” and a medley from “Fiddler on the Roof” are all in store!

Michael Perry for a scenic armchair journey up to the Mount Washington Valley in New Hampshire. Along the way we will explore three great Notches: Evans, Pinkham, and Crawford. We will base our explorations out of the scenic towns of North Conway, Jackson, Twin Mountain, and Bethle- hem: gateways to the Presidential Range. We will even fit in a late spring visit to Cranmore Mountain, one of the most historic downhill ski areas in North America. All geared to bring back fond weekend getaway and vacation memories.

Join us for a ’star-studded’ birthday celebration to Southgate featuring our very own residents in a tribute to the legends who made us laugh and sing through life! A spectacular array of music, dance and comedy to salute our community in style! Residents and their guests may attend any/ all performances. Don’t miss this annual Southgate tradition! Doors will open 1/2 hour prior to showtime.

Welcome back guitarist and vocalist Dan Kirouac. Dan has been part of the regional music scene for over thirty years as an entertainer, songwriter and publisher. Tonight’s performance will be a juke- box of memories from the stars of pop, jazz, big band, and easy-listening.

Join the fellas at Southgate for a delicious breakfast buffet. Presentation following to be an- nounced.

Rasa Vitkauskaite has won top prizes at numer- ous prestigious international piano competitions. In 2007, Rasa won a Kathryn Wasserman Davis $10,000 grant that supported her tour promoting peace in Israel. Her most recent concert engagements include performances at festivals in China, South Korea, Argentina, Mexico, Spain, Italy, Hungary, and the U.S. She is also the pianist of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra. Rasa is a fac- ulty member at the Concord Conservatory.

Our speaker for the Women’s Circle Breakfast this month is James Moran, Vice-President for Programs and Outreach at the American Antiquarian Society. His topic is “Princess Adelaide Has the Whooping Cough: Nineteenth Century Reform and the Transformation of American Society.” In the decades before the Civil War, America underwent a dramatic transformation with stunning changes in technology, commerce, communications and the role and power of individuals in society. This lecture explores this dynamic era and the reform movements that so significantly changed American history as a result of these advances. Join us for this intriguing presentation and find out about the title of Jim’s talk! In his role at the AAS, Jim oversees the Society’s promotional activities, the Creative and Performing Artists and Writers Fellowships, and all programming aimed at the general public and K-12 educators and students.

A lecture presented by the personnel from Worcester Schubertiade. Executive Director Stanley Wilson has been with Worcester Schubertiade since its inception in the summer of 2012. With a Master of Music in Opera Performance from the Longy School of Music and his time working towards a Graduate Certificate in Arts Administration at Boston University Metropolitan College, he enjoys his time running this newly founded performing arts non-profit. Artistic Director Sondra Kelly, a Metropolitan Opera Artist, joined Worcester Schubertiade’s artistic team during the summer of 2016. She is the Principal Stage Director of Opera Connecticut and has a young artist program in Boston, New England Opera Intensive, for which she is the Artistic Director. Her recordings include Sony Classical, Deutsche Grammaphon and Koch Schwann and her DVD’s are all “Live from the Met”.

Regatta Players begin their audition and rehearsal
process for their upcoming Spring musical at Southgate entitled “Shout”. With its irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and outrageous dance moves, SHOUT! The Mod Musical takes audiences back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s featuring terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as “To Sir with Love,” “Downtown,” “Son of a Preacher Man” and “Goldfinger.”The review follows five groovy gals as they come of age during those glorious days that made England swing.

This vintage swing and jump band returns to Southgate for your post dinner dancing pleasure. The Riders beat will keep you on your feet. Don’t miss it!

Gary continues the series with Dean Acheson. Acheson was the first Secretary of State of the Cold War. He and President Truman presided over the emergence of the United States as the world’s first super power. The title of his autobiography “Present at Creation” speaks to this historic transformation. Working together, Truman and Dulles crafted the Marshall Plan, the Truman Doctrine and NATO.

Dan Clark, also known as “The Singing Trooper” performed in uniform while representing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during his 20 year career. During this tenure with the State Police he performed at more than 2,500 events for Federal, State, Local, and Military functions. In addition he performed 26 foreign National Anthems, in native dialect, for visiting dignitaries and sporting events. Please welcome Trooper Dan to Southgate.

Our next exhibit features work from artists associated with the Shrewsbury Art Guild. Pieces by Sid Solomon and Bob Wilson will be on display. Join us for a wine and cheese reception with music by vibraphonist Rich Araldi.

The second in our 4-part subscription series the rehearsal features Andris Nelson conducting pieces by Prokofiev and Strauss. Previous registration required.