Residents Event Calendar

Join Undersecretary John Chapman and the Agency Commissioners to hear how the work of the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation impacts citizens across Massachusetts everyday. The agency includes the Division of Banks, Professional Licensure, Standards, Insurance and Dept. of Telecommunications and Cable. Refreshments will be served.

They’ve become a Southgate favorite and we’re pleased to have the ‘Fab Four’ return to our concert series this year! Beatles For Sale is an award -winning, New England-based Beatles tribute band that is committed to recreating the sounds of the Beatles live in concert. This band of talented musicians was drawn together by their love of Beatles music and the desire to keep the music alive for those of us who experienced the British invasion first-hand as well as those of future generations! Don’t miss this exciting concert event!

The Northern Renaissance includes some of the greatest artists and the boldest innovations, not the least of which is the invention of oil painting itself. Join us to view some Old Masters artwork from Flanders, Holland, Germany, England, & France.

August 5th, 1957 was a turning point for television, rock ‘n roll and teenagers when the popular Philadelphia based ‘dance-party’ show “American Bandstand” hit the national air waves! From 1956 to 1989, host Dick Clark introduced new musical acts to generations of Americans. Travel back in time with us and be a part of this year’s anniversary celebration in Nov. as we re-create the early years of this influential piece of television history. Come find out what it’s all about today in the lounge. We’re goin’ hoppin’!

Southgate’s “in-residence” community Theatre troupe, Regatta Players, presents the musical blockbuster, “Evita”. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s epic rock-opera, Evita, details the controversial rise and fall of 1940’s Argentinian political leader, Eva Peròn. This intimate production employs an impassioned, powerhouse cast of eleven to collectively tell the human story of one larger-than-life woman. NOTE: Public performances Friday, Aug. 4th, Sat. Aug. 5, Sunday Aug. 6th, Friday, Aug. 11th & Sat. Aug. 12th. RESIDENTS ONLY EXCLUSIVE PERFORMANCE—THURSDAY, AUG. 10th.

Sing ! The Greatest Songs! These programs contain most of the favorite songs of the 20th century. Each program contains around thirty songs to sing, and Jack provides anecdotal information that recalls the best years of American songwriting. All of the songs in this month’s program were written from 1957 – 1959 !

Hey Daddy-O! Join us for some hip sounds to get your motor running as we welcome one of the country’s most reputable and sought-after Oldies groups, The Reminisants! Remember the early years of rock n’ roll when there was a melody and words you could understand? Like “Dream Lover” and “Run Around Sue”? Take the journey back with us tonight as Southgate welcomes these talented musicians who have performed with such notables as the Beach Boys, Bill Haley’s Comets, and Chubby Checker just to name a few. So get out your saddle shoes, slick back your duck tail and meet me at the Gazebo to jitterbug the night away!

We travel to Northborough’s “C’est La Vie” Bistro for some tasty French-inspired cuisine! Previous registration required.

We close out the season with another Southgate favorite! One of the region’s most accomplished and wide-ranging big bands, this group has played New England’s best known venues, including the Ritz-Carlton, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Harvard Club, the Wellesley College Club, the Park Plaza, and the Hatch Shell . Southgate is pleased to be counted among those included above and welcome these fine musicians back to Julio Drive!

One of the joys of New England is returning to the chapel that is the home of the Boston Red Sox — Fenway Park. Every visitor can see the invisible murals that have been painted and left behind by the men who have played there in years gone by. Bob DeCoteau joins us at 9:30 this morning to talk about his role as Fenway Ambassador for the past 15 years and the total Fenway experience. All are welcome for the presentation.

Jazz singer Jim Porcella is an engaging performer and an exciting improvisationalist whose style has been likened to that of Mel Torme. Jim’s program is always a delightful intimate journey into laidback yet captivating jazz from the heart.

Making their Southgate debut, “January Station” is a new guitar/vocal duo by New England musicians James Gaudette and Jannatha Coffin. Jim and Janna have been professional musicians, teachers, and performers for over 20 years. They blend many different genres and styles of music together, spanning several decades. They perform originals, standards, and the music of today. Jim and Janna are excited to bring you their unique sound.

Gary is back with his own special style of honkytonk piano magic. Come share the joy of unleashed musical talent from a time gone by with whimsical anecdotes and lots of fun with Gary.

We have group reservations for entrance to the “Ocean Liners: Glamour, Speed & Style” Exhibit at PEM. From the mid-19th century through the mid-20th century, ocean liners were floating showcases of technology, opulence and social sophistication. Drawing from international institutions and private collections, this exhibition brings together nearly 200 works including paintings, sculpture, furniture, wall panels, textiles, fashion, photographs, posters and film. Registration required.

We conclude the month with something completely different! Professional instrumentalist, Rich Araldi will play the vibraphone featuring jazz and popular standards, mostly from the first half of the 20th century. Welcome Rich to Southgate!