Residents Event Calendar

On July 4, 1826, well-wishers went to Peacefield, the Adams farm in Quincy, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Join “John Adams” for a recreation of that gathering, speaking to the visitors who came that day.

Our next art gallery exhibit features the work of Linda Johnson. Linda grew up in two Detroit suburbs. When her mother discovered that she had some interest and talent for art (she won a school-wide contest), she sent her to private art classes. She also took elective art courses in high school where she excelled at portrait painting. With many other interests–reading, writing, history, politics–she decided to major in English at Michigan State University, assuming one could not make a living as an artist. In 2002, she moved to Massachusetts where she began painting once more. Since then she has completed art courses at Worcester State University and Worcester Art Museum. Her favorite art activity is painting portraits in pastels or oils at the Princeton Arts Society Portrait Group. Besides appearing in quite a number of juried shows, she has won several awards for her work. The reception will also feature pianist Richard Hughes. Refreshments will be served.

Seasonal Songbook! The booklet provided for this program contains more than 100 of the most popular carols, secular songs, and standards of the winter, Christmas and Hanukkah season. Audience members peruse the booklet and pick their favorite songs for the group to sing. And – you’ll hear the stories behind the songs with Jack’s informative anecdotes. What results is a wonderful holiday songfest !

American History Through Autobiography with Jed Watters. We will explore central issues in American History by reading the autobiographies of important people including Benjamin Franklin, Ulysses S. Grant, Anne Mood, Jimmy Piersall, and Robert McNamara. This course will include considerable reading (at least 50 pages for each class—selected chapters from each book). We will use the class periods to discuss how these participants saw their roles in the historical process. Jed Watters was a history professor at Assumption College and WPI for more than 30 years. He is a retired Naval Officer and analyst at the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. Southgate residents are admitted to the class free of charge.

Mary Cassatt: An American woman was at the very heart of a radical revolution in art. Impressionism changed the art world forever. Overcoming social stigma, and cultural as well as national boundaries, Mary Cassatt defied the times to become an independent, innovative, and professional artist. She is famous for her unromanticized images of women and children, not saccharin or sentimental, but honest, realistic and yet, still adorable. Join us for a look at her beautiful images, her interesting life and her celebrated accomplishments.

Welcome back Cub Scout Pack 158 as they serenade us with holiday tunes in a stroll through our dining rooms!

Join us for some festive holiday music from the Trinity Big Band this afternoon in the theatre!

Our speaker for our December 12 Women’s Circle is Michael Cross, Assoc. Prof. of Chemistry and Chair of Natural Sciences at Northern Essex Community College. He is also known as “The Chocolate Guy,” and the title of his talk is “Chocolate: The Perfect Indulgence.” Prof. Cross will tell us which chemicals elicit biochemical reactions in the human brain, making chocolate the perfect indulgence. Explore the history of chocolate and the chemistry behind our love of chocolate. You will also find out that chocolate consumption has some surprising health benefits. During the presentation you will also learn how to taste chocolate for quality and how to eat it, too. Prof. Cross teaches all levels of chemistry, including physiological and organic chemistry. He also developed and teaches the new forensic science at NECC. Due to his love of teaching, he was recently honored as a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development award winner at a national conference in Austin, TX.

The Southgate Community celebrates the holiday season with the popular dance band “Rhythm” following the delicious feast in the Atrium Dining Room. But first, join us at 5:15 in the lounge to pick up your “Test Your Holiday Know-How” Quiz! Fun prizes are in store for all participants as we welcome this festive time of year. Winners will be announced at 8:15 pm on the dance floor!

Sentimental Journey: A Trip Around the World with the American Songbook Join us on our one-hour world tour! We start near to home with Old Cape Cod, spend Autumn in New York, and a sultry summer night on Key Largo. Then leave your St. Louis Blues behind as we take Route 66, out west, leaving our hearts in San Francisco. In Brazil, we visit a famous beach, then enjoy April in Paris, and (after all) When In Rome, ya gotta “do as the Romans do!”

Join us for a trip to the Casino—it could be your lucky day! Previous registration required.

Following our delicious breakfast buffet, Animal Control Officer for the police department of Shrewsbury, Leona Pease, will be talking to us about the workings of this branch of town government. She has been with the dept. since 2002 and specializes in feral cat trap neuter and return (TNR) in Worcester County. All are welcome to join us for the presentation. Re-scheduled from Sept.

Join your neighbors for an old-fashioned sing-along among friends. We’ll be belting out all your holiday favorites for a casual afternoon of cheer.

Candidates for elected positions soon to be vacated on our Residents Council will speak briefly on their qualifications to represent YOU in the coming year. Elections will be held in Jan. 2019.

Let’s ring in the new year together! The Paul Lamoureux Trio will be on hand to welcome a prosperous, happy and healthy 2019 in style. Get out your dancing shoes and toast the Southgate community with warm wishes for all during our New Year’s Eve Gala! THEN join us 8:30-9:30 pm for “Champagne and Charades” in the lounge. Team registration for play was required. All are welcome to watch the fun!