COA Program and Event Calendar

April 2024

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Sherborn Picks Up for Sherborn’s 350th
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Fitness Fun Exercise Class
8:45 am - 9:40 am
This is an in-person class. Fitness Fun is a low-impact class that offers a variety of exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle using low-impact movements that focus on building total body strength plus cardio endurance. A chair will be available if needed for support. This 55-minute workout includes a warm , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Sit n Sip Office Hours
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Jeremy Marsette, Town Administrator, Dan Sichel, Chair of Advisory and Marian Neutra, Select Board member, as they hold office hours at the Sit ‘n Sip Cafe. Stop by to chat, ask questions about the town or upcoming town meeting or to say hi. Coffee and pastry are always provided. Our Sit ‘n Sip Cafe ta , ...
Tone & Stretch
9:15 am - 10:00 am
This virtual 45-minute Tone and Stretch class will help maintain healthy joints, increasing strength and flexibility. Please have a chair nearby, and hand weights or substitute soup or bean cans ready for class. Classes are done via ZOOM which is a very simple, easy, and free to use video conferencing software that you , ...
Lifetime Learning – Opera for Everyone
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
TUESDAYS, MARCH 5, 12, 19, 26 & APRIL 2 @ 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM ZOOM (TBD IF IN PERSON – SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR) This course will engage even the most reluctant listener. Explore four opera lectures in detail, which will be keyed to the HD simulcasts from the Metropolitan Opera shown at local cinemas , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Line Dancing
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Line Dancing is Fun! Join us at the Sherborn Community Center @ 10:00 am on Wednesdays. COST: $30.00 for a Six-Week Session or $5.00 a class Come join the line dance class for some great exercise.  Dancing is the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. It’s a full-bod , ...
Play Mahjong
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players. The game and its regional variants are widely played throughout East and Southeast Asia and have also become popular in Western countr , ...
Tai Chi
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This is a new class that will be held in-person. The class will take place on the 2nd Floor of Town Hall in the Select Board meeting room. Tai chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for self-defense and health. Known for its slow, intentional movements, tai chi has practitioners worldwide and is particularly , ...
Celebrate Sherborn – Native Americans of NE
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join the Committee to celebrate Sherborn’s 350th Anniversary in an interesting evening. Meet “Native Americans of New England. This program is hosted by the Sherborn Historical Society in collaboration with the Sherborn Library. Keep up-to-date with current information: www.sherborn350.org , ...
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Weekly Walk – Meet us at the Trail
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Meet us at the Holliston Rail Trail located on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.  We walk the trail every week for about an hour. Enjoy a nice walking surface, meet new friends and get in some exercise. Meet us in the parking area next to the War Memorial. The rail trail is located on Centre Street. The trail is located ne , ...
Senior Cafe
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Senior Cafe will be held at Pilgrim Church on Thursdays at noon.  We will provide entertainment at some cafes and others will be for socializing. There is a suggested donation of $5.00. We do require RSVPs for all events. Please call the office at 508-651-7858 or email [email protected] We look forward to , ...
Lifetime Learning – Creative Writing and Afternoon Tea
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
CREATIVE WRITING AND AFTERNOON TEA THURSDAYS, MARCH 21, 28, APRIL 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 2:00PM – 4:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $75 Have you ever wanted to create a writing practice but are unsure how to start? Take some time for yourself and spend the afternoon sharing tea and stories from our lives. We , ...
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Cardio Core and More – On Zoom
9:30 am - 10:15 am
The 45-minute Cardio and More class leads you through a series of interval cardio exercises to improve endurance, followed by core, leg and back strengthening. Class will finish with stretching. *Please have hand weights and a mat Classes are done via ZOOM which is a very simple, easy and free to use video conferencing , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Tone & Stretch
9:15 am - 10:00 am
This virtual 45-minute Tone and Stretch class will help maintain healthy joints, increasing strength and flexibility. Please have a chair nearby, and hand weights or substitute soup or bean cans ready for class. Classes are done via ZOOM which is a very simple, easy, and free to use video conferencing software that you , ...
Lifetime Learning – Iphone and Ipad Basics and Photography
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
IPHONE AND IPAD BASICS AND PHOTOGRAPHY TUESDAYS APRIL 9, 16, 23 & 30 @1:30 – 3:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $60.00 This technology course will cover the basics of the iPhone and iPad and focus on taking and organizing photos, exploring outdoor photography, and editing photos. Limited to 15 parti , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Line Dancing
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Line Dancing is Fun! Join us at the Sherborn Community Center @ 10:00 am on Wednesdays. COST: $30.00 for a Six-Week Session or $5.00 a class Come join the line dance class for some great exercise.  Dancing is the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. It’s a full-bod , ...
Play Mahjong
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players. The game and its regional variants are widely played throughout East and Southeast Asia and have also become popular in Western countr , ...
WhichCraft Day!
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Come to a place where you can be creative. Work on a monthly project or you can bring a project of your own. Each month will feature a different project. We will be meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the COA Office (or Select Board Room depending on attendance). The instructor is  Allie Lopez-Cuadra. We have , ...
Tai Chi
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This is a new class that will be held in-person. The class will take place on the 2nd Floor of Town Hall in the Select Board meeting room. Tai chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for self-defense and health. Known for its slow, intentional movements, tai chi has practitioners worldwide and is particularly , ...
Felted Otter Workshop – On Zoom
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Felted Otter Workshop – On Zoom Dive into needle felting with Pop up Art School! Create a fuzzy and playful otter clutching a real seashell in its paws. Using wool fibers and a barbed needle you’ll sculpt the wool into a three-dimensional sculpture. Learn the joy of needle felting with Pop up Art School in a fri , ...
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Weekly Walk – Meet us at the Trail
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Meet us at the Holliston Rail Trail located on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.  We walk the trail every week for about an hour. Enjoy a nice walking surface, meet new friends and get in some exercise. Meet us in the parking area next to the War Memorial. The rail trail is located on Centre Street. The trail is located ne , ...
Senior Cafe
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Senior Cafe will be held at Pilgrim Church on Thursdays at noon.  We will provide entertainment at some cafes and others will be for socializing. There is a suggested donation of $5.00. We do require RSVPs for all events. Please call the office at 508-651-7858 or email [email protected] We look forward to , ...
Lifetime Learning – Creative Writing and Afternoon Tea
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
CREATIVE WRITING AND AFTERNOON TEA THURSDAYS, MARCH 21, 28, APRIL 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 2:00PM – 4:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $75 Have you ever wanted to create a writing practice but are unsure how to start? Take some time for yourself and spend the afternoon sharing tea and stories from our lives. We , ...
Watercolor Class
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Sherborn COA will be offering a watercolor class. This class is open to teens 16+ and adults. The class will meet at the Library in the Community Room. Learn how to paint in Watercolor using photographs and observational techniques. Follow along with Brenda each class as she guides you step by step with your waterc , ...
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Town Wide Scavenger Hunt – sponsored by Sherborn’s 350th Committee
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For more information, visit the Sherborn 350th website at www.sherborn350.org , ...
Patriot’s Day
All Day
The Town Hall and COA will be closed on Monday, April 15th in observance of Patriot’s Day. Patriots’ Day is an annual event, formalized as a legal holiday or a special observance day in six U.S. states, commemorating the battles of Lexington, Concord, and Menotomy, some of the first battles of the American , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Tone & Stretch
9:15 am - 10:00 am
This virtual 45-minute Tone and Stretch class will help maintain healthy joints, increasing strength and flexibility. Please have a chair nearby, and hand weights or substitute soup or bean cans ready for class. Classes are done via ZOOM which is a very simple, easy, and free to use video conferencing software that you , ...
Book Group
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Sherborn Book Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 11:00. We meet at the Sherborn Public Library. All are welcome to join the group. Please let us know if you would like to be added to the list of attendees by emailing [email protected] or by calling 508-651-7858. We always welcome new readers. , ...
Lifetime Learning – Iphone and Ipad Basics and Photography
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
IPHONE AND IPAD BASICS AND PHOTOGRAPHY TUESDAYS APRIL 9, 16, 23 & 30 @1:30 – 3:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $60.00 This technology course will cover the basics of the iPhone and iPad and focus on taking and organizing photos, exploring outdoor photography, and editing photos. Limited to 15 parti , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Line Dancing
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Line Dancing is Fun! Join us at the Sherborn Community Center @ 10:00 am on Wednesdays. COST: $30.00 for a Six-Week Session or $5.00 a class Come join the line dance class for some great exercise.  Dancing is the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. It’s a full-bod , ...
Play Mahjong
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players. The game and its regional variants are widely played throughout East and Southeast Asia and have also become popular in Western countr , ...
The Launch of Sherborn PowerChoice – Info Session 1
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
SHERBORN LAUNCHES ELECTRICITY PROGRAM – Information Session The Sherborn Energy and Sustainability Committee is holding two public informaition sessions to discuss the merits and logistics of this new program. This meeting will be hybrid. The Zoom link is:remotely via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81835162891 , ...
Tai Chi
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This is a new class that will be held in-person. The class will take place on the 2nd Floor of Town Hall in the Select Board meeting room. Tai chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for self-defense and health. Known for its slow, intentional movements, tai chi has practitioners worldwide and is particularly , ...
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Weekly Walk – Meet us at the Trail
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Meet us at the Holliston Rail Trail located on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.  We walk the trail every week for about an hour. Enjoy a nice walking surface, meet new friends and get in some exercise. Meet us in the parking area next to the War Memorial. The rail trail is located on Centre Street. The trail is located ne , ...
Senior Cafe
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Senior Cafe will be held at Pilgrim Church on Thursdays at noon.  We will provide entertainment at some cafes and others will be for socializing. There is a suggested donation of $5.00. We do require RSVPs for all events. Please call the office at 508-651-7858 or email [email protected] We look forward to , ...
Lifetime Learning – Creative Writing and Afternoon Tea
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
CREATIVE WRITING AND AFTERNOON TEA THURSDAYS, MARCH 21, 28, APRIL 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 2:00PM – 4:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $75 Have you ever wanted to create a writing practice but are unsure how to start? Take some time for yourself and spend the afternoon sharing tea and stories from our lives. We , ...
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Cardio Core and More – On Zoom
9:30 am - 10:15 am
The 45-minute Cardio and More class leads you through a series of interval cardio exercises to improve endurance, followed by core, leg and back strengthening. Class will finish with stretching. *Please have hand weights and a mat Classes are done via ZOOM which is a very simple, easy and free to use video conferencing , ...
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Happy Passover
All Day
Wishing you a Happy Passover season. Passover is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the Israelites being freed from slavery in Egypt. It is observed for seven or eight days (depending on where you are located), and during the first two nights, Passover is celebrated with a home ritual known as the Passover seder. , ...
Fitness Fun Exercise Class
8:45 am - 9:40 am
This is an in-person class. Fitness Fun is a low-impact class that offers a variety of exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle using low-impact movements that focus on building total body strength plus cardio endurance. A chair will be available if needed for support. This 55-minute workout includes a warm , ...
Lifetime Learning – Earth in Crisis (On Zoom)
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
EARTH IN CRISIS Mondays, April 22nd, 29th, May 6th, 13th and 20th @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm On Zoom/ Cost: $50.00 Climate Change: Known Causes and Complex Solutions The science is clear: the most pressing technological issues facing humankind today result from the effects of human activity on the future of our planet , ...
Men’s Group
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us for great food and a place to connect with old friends and new ones at Morse Tavern in Natick.  This is a new location now that the Heritage has been sold. Lunch begins at 12:30 pm and takes place on the 4th Monday of the month. The Morse Tavern 85 E Central Street, Suite B Natick, MA 01760 RSVP to 508-651-7858 , ...
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Lifetime Learning – Iphone and Ipad Basics and Photography
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
IPHONE AND IPAD BASICS AND PHOTOGRAPHY TUESDAYS APRIL 9, 16, 23 & 30 @1:30 – 3:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $60.00 This technology course will cover the basics of the iPhone and iPad and focus on taking and organizing photos, exploring outdoor photography, and editing photos. Limited to 15 parti , ...
Annual Town Meeting
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Town Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23rd, with the second night if needed on Thursday, April 25th. Town Meeting will be held at Lindquist Commons at Dover/Sherborn High School at 7:00 pm.   , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
Play Mahjong
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players. The game and its regional variants are widely played throughout East and Southeast Asia and have also become popular in Western countr , ...
Tai Chi
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This is a new class that will be held in-person. The class will take place on the 2nd Floor of Town Hall in the Select Board meeting room. Tai chi is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for self-defense and health. Known for its slow, intentional movements, tai chi has practitioners worldwide and is particularly , ...
Beginner Drawing Class
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Beginner Drawing Class Learn how to draw realistically using photographs and observational techniques. Learn about various related materials, drawing techniques, gray-scale and composition. Lessons will be chosen from still life, landscape, flora and seasonal themes. The art materials will be supplied and the class is , ...
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Weekly Walk – Meet us at the Trail
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Meet us at the Holliston Rail Trail located on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.  We walk the trail every week for about an hour. Enjoy a nice walking surface, meet new friends and get in some exercise. Meet us in the parking area next to the War Memorial. The rail trail is located on Centre Street. The trail is located ne , ...
Senior Cafe
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Senior Cafe will be held at Pilgrim Church on Thursdays at noon.  We will provide entertainment at some cafes and others will be for socializing. There is a suggested donation of $5.00. We do require RSVPs for all events. Please call the office at 508-651-7858 or email [email protected] We look forward to , ...
David Polatin Comes to Senior Cafe
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Pioneering Women of Rock and Roll When it comes to the early days of rock ‘n’ roll, some of the most pioneering and powerfully influential figures were women. This show will highlight these women who were instrumental in making rock and roll what it is today. The Retro Polatin Duo, Jill Goldman and David Polatin, will , ...
Lifetime Learning – Creative Writing and Afternoon Tea
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
CREATIVE WRITING AND AFTERNOON TEA THURSDAYS, MARCH 21, 28, APRIL 4, 11, 18, 25 @ 2:00PM – 4:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $75 Have you ever wanted to create a writing practice but are unsure how to start? Take some time for yourself and spend the afternoon sharing tea and stories from our lives. We , ...
Watercolor Class
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Sherborn COA will be offering a watercolor class. This class is open to teens 16+ and adults. The class will meet at the Library in the Community Room. Learn how to paint in Watercolor using photographs and observational techniques. Follow along with Brenda each class as she guides you step by step with your waterc , ...
The Launch of Sherborn PowerChoice – Info Session 2
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SHERBORN LAUNCHES ELECTRICITY PROGRAM – Information Session The Sherborn Energy and Sustainability Committee is holding two public informaition sessions to discuss the merits and logistics of this new program. This meeting will be hybrid. The Zoom link is:remotely via Zoom:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89066828316  , ...
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Dementia Friendly Lunch and Learn
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
The Holliston and Sherborn Councils on Aging have teamed up to provide a FREE Monthly Dementia Friendly Lunch and Learn.  Each month will have a guest presenter talking or providing a demonstration about different facets of memory loss or memory decline.  All are welcome and there is no cost for lunch but we do require , ...
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Sherborn’s 350th Rockumentary
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FREE premiere at the Sherborn Community Center 1pm matinee 7pm premiere (followed by coffee and desserts)   Sherborn 350th Rockumentary Trailer: https://sherborn350.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/New-Trailer-with-dates-3.26.m4v The 350th Rockumentary is a celebration of our special town.  A year-long effort from , ...
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Fitness Fun Exercise Class
8:45 am - 9:40 am
This is an in-person class. Fitness Fun is a low-impact class that offers a variety of exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle using low-impact movements that focus on building total body strength plus cardio endurance. A chair will be available if needed for support. This 55-minute workout includes a warm , ...
Lifetime Learning – Earth in Crisis (On Zoom)
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
EARTH IN CRISIS Mondays, April 22nd, 29th, May 6th, 13th and 20th @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm On Zoom/ Cost: $50.00 Climate Change: Known Causes and Complex Solutions The science is clear: the most pressing technological issues facing humankind today result from the effects of human activity on the future of our planet , ...
Diet and Lifestyle Choices for Wellness – Hybrid
4:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Diet and Lifestyle Choices for Wellness What is healthy vs. unhealthy diet? Why it is important to choose a healthy diet? How do you know if you are eating healthy? What does healthy lifestyle comprises of? What is the importance of proper sleep, hydration, exercise, and stress management for well being? In this talk , ...
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Sit N Sip Cafe
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am – Noon as we launch a new initiative the Sit N Sip Cafe. The COA along with the support of the Sherborn Community Center will be offering a weekly cafe. The cafe will be a great place to drop in to gather with local residents. Stop by and have a cup of coffee, pl , ...
COA Board Meeting
9:30 am - 11:00 am
The COA Board meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 9:30  – 11:00 am in the COA office.  We sometimes offer the meetings in person and on Zoom. Agendas are always posted on the town website. You can get the Zoom link on the Town of Sherborn’s calendar or email [email protected]. , ...
Lifetime Learning – Iphone and Ipad Basics and Photography
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
IPHONE AND IPAD BASICS AND PHOTOGRAPHY TUESDAYS APRIL 9, 16, 23 & 30 @1:30 – 3:00PM SHERBORN TOWN HALL, 2ND FLOOR / COST: $60.00 This technology course will cover the basics of the iPhone and iPad and focus on taking and organizing photos, exploring outdoor photography, and editing photos. Limited to 15 parti , ...
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