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The first in our 4-part subscription series to the BSO Open Rehearsals features conductor Andris Nelsons and includes James Lee III’s Sukkot Through Orion’s Nebula, Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 1 and Smetana Selection from Ma Vlast. Previous registration was required.

PORTRAITS IN ART. A portrait is much more than a picture of what someone looks like. A portrait can document the history of a whole family, or a single individual’s journey. It can tell stories, be self revealing or serve as a commentary of social values or political institutions. Join us for a look a the many possibilities of the Portrait in art and share your own point of view.

The Modernistics present Music and Dance from the Great American Songbook performing toetapping favorites by the great American tunesmiths. Expect an exhilarating mix, with highenergy song and dance numbers like Sunny Side of the Street, Top Hat, and Paper Moon. The Modernistics are the stellar singing and dancing team of Ted and Pamela Powers, with virtuoso jazz musicians Peter H. Bloom on flute, Mark Leighton on guitar, and Dave Zox on double-bass. Join us for their Southgate debut!

From the Broadway Blockbusters Series-“Fiddler on the Roof”! Experience some of Broadway’s greatest music by singing your way right through the synopsis of this landmark Broadway musical. The program has information on the creation of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ and your chance to sing: ‘If I Were a Rich Man’ ‘To Life’, ‘Sunrise, Sunset’, and other hits from the Sheldon Harnick and Jerry Bock score.

The speaker for our Women’s Circle Breakfast is Ben Railton, Professor of English and American Studies at Fitchburg State University. The title of his presentation is “Of Thee I Sing: Competing Celebratory and Critical Patriotisms in American History.” From the return of “love it or leave it” and renewed attention to Colin Kaepernick’s anthem protests, to debates over the New York Times’ 1619 Project, 2019 has seen a number of prominent discussions center around critiques of America. But these are simply the latest salvos in a foundational and ongoing contest between celebratory and critical patriotisms. Examining the histories of those competing forms of patriotism helps us better understand and take part in our current debates. Professor Railton has been at FSU for 14 years and has taught numerous courses in American Literature and Studies at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All are welcome to join us for the presentation.

Join actress and stand up comic, Phyllis Gordon for her hilarious one woman show in the Flanagan theatre this evening. When funny Phyllis Gordon is on the verge of quitting standup comedy, she is visited by the legendary comic Phyllis Diller. “Phyllis Diller Believes in Me” is the story of an icon helping a struggling comic believe. In herself. If you remember Phyllis Diller, you’ll love watching her come to life on stage. If you’re not familiar with the legendary comic, don’t worry. Phyllis Gordon will show you who she is. Come join the fun!

The Salem Cross Inn is a restored 18th century farmhouse nestled on 600 acres of New England countryside. Though it is rich with history, the house, turned restaurant and tavern, offers wonderful seasonal menus with traditional American fare. Previous registration was required.

Our Men’s Breakfast Club welcomes Dr. Harvey Clermont whose topic this morning is “Medications” . He will discuss the categories, prescription meds, OTC meds, dietary supplements and what do you truly need. He will also speak on who regulates (or fails to regulate) these and touch on both polypharmacy and expiration dates. Dr. Clermont is a retired board certified general and vascular surgeon who has practiced in Worcester since 1973. He is a graduate of Harvard Medical School and a former U.S. Navy Medical Officer. All are welcome to the presentation –9:30.

“The Portuguese Kid” This new comedy starring Jason Alexander, focuses on the habitually widowed Atalanta, who pays a visit to her secondrate lawyer Barry Dragonetti. Intending to settle her latest husband’s affairs, this larger-than-life Greek tightwad quickly becomes a nightmare for her cheesy, self-aggrandizing attorney.

Join us for this educational and interactive event featuring a variety of vendors and exhibitors presenting topics on all aspects of health, wellness, fitness and lifestyle improvements. We’ll have convention style ‘booths’ set up in the lounge and demonstrations scheduled throughout the facility. Stay tuned for specific details regarding the day’s activities on upcoming flyers and your in house news! In the meantime, save the date!

Bea Smith’s travels to us again this fall and Ray Smith has the truck loaded with the latest top quality fashions! Come down and browse new styles from Alfred Dunner, London Fog and more! Bring your friends for a shopping spree!

The Rockin’ Chairs is a show band that offers a unique and delightful experience to audiences. These fun-loving musicians are ‘mature’ guys who got together in 2017 to create an entertaining show that included playing the best of 50’s rock n roll!

We travel to Plainville to try our luck at the Plainridge Park Casino. Previous registration required.

Dr. Gary Hylander joins us for a two part series on Slavery and the Supreme Court. In Part One this afternoon we will discuss the introduction of slavery into the Americas and how the framers of the Constitution dealt with slavery. Dr. Gary Hylander, PhD is a scholar and professor who has taught at Stonehill College and Framingham State.

32 Years – 3200 Miles Around New England Yes, some things do take awhile! Join Freeport, Maine’s top photographer and explorer, Michael Perry for a 32 year piece by piece circumnavigation of New England by kayak. Join Michael and his friends as they pick away at this lifelong dream paddling their kayaks all the way around our beautiful region. Come share in this unique adventure!

Our traditional costume parade begins at 5:15 in the lounge and it’s grueling competition for best female, best male and best couple costumes! Pull out all the stops and come up with the most original, fun and astonishing masquerade attire of all! Entertainer Kevin Farley-the “Irish Music Guy” joins us at 7:30 pm in the Lounge! We do Halloween with a bang at Southgate!