WONDRIUM GREAT COURSES- HYBRID

Join us for this weekly exploration every Tuesday from 11:00am-noon of a range of talks given by experts in their fields. Zoom from home or join us at the center to watch in person. 

July 2- World Heritage Sites- Iceland’s Great Assembly at Thingvellir & The West Norwegian Fjords

July 9- World Heritage Sites- Mount Fuji, the Symbol of Japan & Japah’s Himeji, the Great White Heron Castle

July 16- World Heritage Sites- Persepolis, The Great Persian Capital & Samarra Of Iraq and Abbasid Caliphate

July 23- World Heritage Sites- Teotihuacan, Largest City of Mesoamerica & Timbuktu, Islam’s Center by the Sahara

July 30- World Heritage Sites- Ancient Egyptian Thebes & Angokor Wat, the Great Khmer Temple

WEEKLY WALKS- TUESDAYS

Every Tuesday (7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30) meet us at 9:30 am at Wellesley College to walk the paths on campus. We meet at the Sports Center Complex Visitor Parking- entrance off Central St/135 (one-way entrance/exit). We will walk as a group for an hour led by Sharon or other volunteer, wear comfortable shoes/sneakers, dress appropriately for the weather, goes rain or shine. Free, registration requested.

MONDAYS AT A MUSEUM - HYBRID

Join Sharon as we visit museums from around the world. Mondays 3:00-4:00 pm, free

July 1- Fashioned by Sargent

July 8- NO Mondays at a Museum

July 15- Tiny Treasures: the magic of miniatures

July 22- Jewelry Up Close with a Curator

July 29- Hear Me Now: The Black Potters of Old Edgefield, South Carolina

August 5- Photography and the American South since 1845

August 12- Sky & Sea: Understanding Climate Resilience and Innovation through Dutch Art

August 19- Ancient Mesopotamian Cylinder Seals

August 26- Turner: Forerunner

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY - a talk with Paolo DiGregorio

Tuesday, July 9, 1:30-2:30pm, free

The Statue of Liberty is an international icon, a symbol recognized around the world.  Yet, most people do not know the story behind the statue.  This talk will explore how and why the statue was built, what the original symbolism of the statue meant, and what the statue means to millions of people today.  Along the way, we will meet some of the colorful characters who were involved in creating this symbol of our nation, and learn some interesting facts about Lady Liberty. G. A. Di Gregorio, the Artifactual Scholar, is an historian, archaeologist, and educator with a passion for telling the stories of our past.  He has presented numerous historical lectures and discussions on a variety of topics in American, European, and World history. 

Mr. Di Gregorio is a Visiting Lecturer in the History Department at Bridgewater State University (Bridgewater, MA) and an Instructor in the Anthropology Department at Wheaton College (Norton, MA).  Additionally, he has several years of experience as a Park Ranger with the National Park Service and as a professional archaeologist.

SUMMER BEACH PARTY WITH MICHAEL GOODWIN    

Tuesday, July 16, 1:30pm, free

Kick back and enjoy classic summer hits from the Beatles, Beach Boys, Elvis and more with vocalist/tenor, Michael Goodwin. It’s a multi-media presentation with performance, lecture and video clips and audience participation encouraged to sing along! Wear your Hawaiian shirt/summer ensemble!  Refreshments included. 

CULTURALLY CURIOUS- Revolutionary design: Modern Architecture in New England

Wednesday, July 17, 1:30-2:30pm, free

New England is known for its history and its traditions, but it is also home to some daring and inventive modern designs from some of the world’s leading architects. Frank Lloyd Wright, Gropius and Maya Lin to name a few that we’ll discuss.  Thank you to Whitney Place for sponsoring this program! 

GAME SHOW- WHEEL OF FORTUNE 

Monday, July 22, 1:00-2:00pm, free

Come and be a contestant on our LIVE game show Wheel of Fortune with MC Kevin Richman.  In this fun competition, you will compete for prizes while solving word puzzles on the Wheel of Fortune, spinning giant carnival wheel.  Snacks and beverages included!

DAY TRIP- LOBSTER ROLL CRUISE- DENNIS ON THE CAPE

Tuesday, July 23, $116.10, non-refundable, payable at registration. Luxury bus departs from Fisk Methodist Church, 106 Walnut St, Natick at 10:00am, returns approximately 6:15 pm. 

Join us as we head to Dennis on Cape Cod launching on our dinner cruise boat. Enjoy views of Sesuit Harbor on the calm waters of Cape Cod Bay while you enjoy a choice of Lobster Roll, Roast Beef Rool Up or Vegetarian Roll Up (choose lunch option at registration). Back on land, we have some free time in downtown Hyannis to shop and enjoy a complimentary ice cream cone at Katie’s Ice Cream Shop. 

Registration Deadline is Monday, July 1.

For more information, please call Sharon at Natick CSC 508-647-6540 X1907, [email protected]. Please note for all trips: There is some walking, stairs, uneven surfaces and standing for this day trip. This is a non-refundable purchase. Questions? Please call Sharon at Natick CSC 508-647-6540 X1907, [email protected]

SUMMER BBQ LUNCH AND TUNES AT NATICK CSC

Thursday, July 25, noon-2:00pm, $12.00 per person due at registration

Nothing screams summer like BBQ and your favorite tunes! Join us for Tennessee’s BBQ choose BBQ Chicken pieces or BBQ Ribs, sides include cornbread, Mac & Cheese and Southern Style Green Beans and beverages and ice cream novelties. DJ Kevin Richman will spin classic summer tunes. Dance, sing-along, chat with friends and enjoy the lunch! DJ Kevin will take requests too