Residents Event Calendar

This fabulous opportunity at Southgate continues every Monday morning! Previous reg. required

A favorite duo at Southgate, don’t miss tonight’s program entitled “Saints ‘N Sinners” featuring arias and songs such as sacred music from Mozart, Michaela’s Aria from Carmen, and Violetta’s Aria from Traviata, among others.

Join us for a seven week session to learn Ballroom Dancing! Instructor Jared Vigneault is a former U.S. Eastern Dance Sport Rising Star Champion and has been an active ballroom professional in the MA area for 12 years. He is a member of the N. American Dance Teachers Assoc. with degrees in International Latin & Standard.

Jackie Pratt, Marketing/Customer Care Manager for SELCO will conduct an informal informational seminar for ALL Southgate residents.

Announcing the 11th annual Southgate Olympic Games! Don’t be caught snoozing with this year’s mascot “Sebastian the Sloth” on hand to keep the games moving along! ALL you need is the ability to embrace team spirit, laugh a lot and have fun! So veterans and newcomers alike, join us for this informational meeting on the premiere event of the year at Southgate! On your mark, get set…sign up now –you can catch those ZZZZZZzzzzzz’s later!

Certified Bridge Instructor Jeanne Martin returns to Southgate for basic Bridge instruction for beginners as well as a “refresher” course for those already in the know! ALL are welcome!

“Why the Cold War Wasn’t so Hot” with instructor Jed Watters. This course will examine the political and public assumptions that sustained the Cold War. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

“World War I” with instructor Dr. John Ferriss. A centennial look at the enormously destructive war in Europe with an emphasis on the American involvement. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Women artists, capable of the art of creation as well as the creation of art, have historically proved threatening to the dominant male establishment. Join us for a look and a discussion about the women who have defied convention to make art from the Renaissance through the 19th century.

Father and daughter Jim Porcella and Renee (Porcella) Legendre perform a one hour show featuring a wide variety of music including songs originally recorded by Louis Prima and Keely Smith, Rosemary Clooney, Frank Sinatra, Natalie Cole, and Michael Buble among others.

Broadway Blockbusters “Anni Get Your Gun”

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 ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ and your chance to sing all the hits from the Irving Berlin score.

Our featured speaker is Laura Garrity-Arquitt, Registrar at the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton, MA. The title of her presentation is “From Caves to Cathedrals.” Laura will use images from the collection of the museum to explore the tradition and history of Russian Orthodox iconography. Laura studied History, Museum Studies, and Art History at Regis College and graduated in 2008 when she was hired as a part time Curatorial and Administrative Assistant at the Museum of Russian Icons. In early 2009 she became the Curator at the Clinton Historical Society, a position she holds to this day and in 2010 she became the full-time Registrar at the Museum of Russian Icons.

We travel to Mechanics Hall for the “Worcester Hook Organ” Concert beginning at noon. General seating for this event. Previous registration required.

Certified Bridge Instructor Jeanne Martin returns to Southgate for basic Bridge instruction for beginners as well as a “refresher” course for those already in the know! ALL are welcome!

“Why the Cold War Wasn’t so Hot” with instructor Jed Watters. This course will examine the political and public assumptions that sustained the Cold War. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

SloGrass plays a mix of vocal and instrumental songs, drawing on various traditions including Bluegrass, Jazz, Folk, World Music and a few originals. It’s a fun night not to be missed!

“World War I” with instructor Dr. John Ferriss. A centennial look at the enormously destructive war in Europe with an emphasis on the American involvement. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Judy is a registered dietitian from Northborough working in nutrition and health research in the Division of Preventive and Behavioral Medicine at U Mass Medical School in Worcester. Her presentation will include fine art images to teach about simple dietary changes to reduce inflammation, promote overall health, and feel your best.

Bea Smith’s travels to us again this spring 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!

The bordello was a popular subject in 17th century Dutch art. Known as bordeeltjes, these colorful scenes of prostitutes, procuresses, and their clients were used to teach moral principles. This lecture explores the full meaning of these brothel scenes and how they relate to the actual business of prostitution during Holland’s Golden Age.

The Men’s Breakfast Club is thrilled to welcome Wayne McAuliffe, Volunteer Program Manager for the Community Harvest Project located in North Grafton. CHP is a non-profit farm that engages volunteers to grow fresh fruits and vegetables to provide to those experiencing hunger. Through their volunteer farming programs, they bring thousands of community members together each year to improve access to healthy foods for individuals and families in need across the county.

Certified Bridge Instructor Jeanne Martin returns to Southgate for basic Bridge instruction for beginners as well as a “refresher” course for those already in the know! ALL are welcome!

“Why the Cold War Wasn’t so Hot” with instructor Jed Watters. This course will examine the political and public assumptions that sustained the Cold War. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Join us for a savory spring buffet courtesy of our own dining services staff followed by dance music from Dan & Friends from 6:00-7:30!

“World War I” with instructor Dr. John Ferriss. A centennial look at the enormously destructive war in Europe with an emphasis on the American involvement. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Announcing the 11th annual Southgate Olympic Games! Don’t be caught snoozing with this year’s mascot “Sebastian the Sloth” on hand to keep the games moving along! ALL you need is the ability to embrace team spirit, laugh a lot and have fun! So veterans and newcomers alike, join us for this informational meeting on the premiere event of the year at Southgate! On your mark, get set…sign up now –you can catch those ZZZZZZzzzzzz’s later!

All residents are welcome as Council members review the Resident Council functions including a description of the Council’s standing committees. Residents are welcome to ask questions.

Marlena is a down-to-earth performer who loves the opportunity to share music with her audience. Her powerful, energetic voice & style cover a broad range: from power ballads, classics, pop and country to broadway, swing, standards and oldies.

Certified Bridge Instructor Jeanne Martin returns to Southgate for basic Bridge instruction for beginners as well as a “refresher” course for those already in the know! ALL are welcome!

“Why the Cold War Wasn’t so Hot” with instructor Jed Watters. This course will examine the political and public assumptions that sustained the Cold War. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Rescheduled from Jan. 4th, this harmonious quartet of bass, piano & saxophone with Nancy on vocals and light percussion is a crowd pleaser. This evening we take a musical journey with the “Composers of the Great American Songbook”.

“World War I” with instructor Dr. John Ferriss. A centennial look at the enormously destructive war in Europe with an emphasis on the American involvement. Open to the public. Southgate residents may attend class free of charge.

Actor George Capaccio invites you to enter the boundary-breaking universe that is the mind of Albert Einstein. Returning to Southgate with “Part II”, we explore Einstein’s middle and later years when he used his well-deserved fame to win a wider acceptance of his theories, and to promote humanitarian causes he passionately believed in.