Vibrant Living - Purposeful Aging | | New Year & New Cheer at the Wallace Center | | |
As we welcome the New Year, the Wallace Center is buzzing with fresh energy, warm connections, and opportunities to learn and give back. January is a wonderful time to reflect, set intentions, and enjoy community—and we have a full calendar to start 2026 on a positive note.
This month kicks off with the return of the Grace Notes A Cappella Group, inviting members to come and listen to beautiful voices fill the center with songs. We’re also hosting two Coffee and Conversations, featuring important discussions on fall prevention with Dr. Phanumas from Family Centers and Greenwich Meals on Wheels, offering practical information and ways to stay nourished and connected. For our history and entertainment lovers, don’t miss the engaging lecture on Jackie Gleason, celebrating the life and legacy of the beloved comedian and performer.
The Center will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In the spirit of Dr. King’s legacy, the Wallace Center is proud to participate in an MLK Day of Service alongside students from Greenwich Country Day School, bringing generations together in reflection and service.
Rounding out the month, we are pleased to present a special lecture and dinner sponsored by the Greenwich Physician Outreach Group, focusing on healthy blood pressure and heart health—an informative evening dedicated to well-being.
We look forward to sharing a meaningful and inspiring start to the New Year with you at the Wallace Center. Join us as we learn, connect, and move forward together.
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Access your zoom class 10 minutes prior to the start of the class by
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Zoom Meeting ID: (303 205 1305)
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BIG NIGHT: A MOVIE & CULINARY EXPERIENCE
Join Travis Milliman and take a deep dive into the world of Anton Chekhov, a Russian playwright and short-story master known for subtle portrayals of human nature and transformation of modern drama.
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RUSSIAN WINTER: A LOOK AT CHEKHOV'S MAJOR WORKS
Join Travis Milliman and take a deep dive into the world of Anton Chekhov, a Russian playwright and short-story master known for subtle portrayals of human nature and transformation of modern drama.
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HOT CHOCOLATE HAPPY HOUR
Warm up from the cold and stop by for our annual Hot Chocolate Happy Hour in the Wallace Cafe. Socialize and celebrate the new year together!
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HEALTHY BLOOD PRESSURE: HEALTHY HEART
Sign up for a special lecture and dinner at the Wallace Center sponsored by the Greenwich Physician Outreach Group! Learn about the powerful connections between blood pressure, heart health and smart lifestyle choices.
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JANUARY BIRTHDAY PARTY
Reserve your spot for the January birthday celebration in the Wallace Cafe. Come and celebrate your birthday with us! Cake is generously sponsored by ARK Healthcare and Rehabilitation, and raffle prizes are kindly donated by the G.R.E.A.T.S. for attendees celebrating a birthday!
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G.R.E.A.T.S. Annual Meeting
The G.R.E.A.T.S. will hold their annual meeting on January 29, 2026 at the Wallace Center. Learn about the G.R.E.A.T.S. history and mission. Come and learn about their contributions to the Wallace Center and what they have planned for 2026!
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JFK X:
SOLVING THE CRIME OF THE CENTURY
Marking the 60th anniversary of JFK’s assassination, JFK X is a documentary that presents alternative theories and new interpretations of the evidence. Watch JFK X and join Tania Parrent for a discussion of this controversial documentary.
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Trees in Winter Landscapes:
Watercolor Class with Artist Hazel Jarvis
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Saturday, January 10, 2025
2:00pm-4:00pm
Greenwich Botanical Center
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Greenwich Botanical Center, in partnership with Greenwich Tree Conservancy, invite you to an afternoon of watercolor painting. Guided by Artist Hazel Jarvis, learn to capture interplay of light, shadow and delicate colors that define the season's landscape.
Registration is required.
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Friends Friday Films: Eleanor the Great
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June Squibb stars as witty and resilient 94-year-old Eleanor in this heartfelt directorial debut from Scarlett Johansson which seeks to bring generations together in kinship. Searching for community after the loss of her best friend, Eleanor finds herself in a support group for Holocaust survivors, where she tells a tale that begins to take on a life of its own.
Friday, January 16, 2026
7:00pm-8:45pm
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The Holley House and Beyond:
Cos Cob's Artistic Community
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Saturday, January 17, 2025
2:00pm-3:15pm
| | Kick off Greenwich Historical Society's Annual Winter Lecture Series, Peopling Greenwich at America's Centennial, this exciting first lecture explores the people that made an impact on Cos Cob. Join speaker Amy Kurtz Lansing, Curator at the Florence Griswold Museum, as she brings to life the richness of the communities in and around Cos Cob’s Holley Boarding House. | | Retired Men's Association of Greenwich | | RMA speaker presentations are presented as a community service at no cost to in-person or Zoom attendees, regardless of gender. The programs begin at 11 AM. Plan your arrival so you are seated by that time. They conclude at noon. | | | THIS WEEK'S LISTEN, READ, WATCH | | The Perfect Scam is a weekly podcast about real-world scams, fraud and how they affect everyday people. Produced by AARP's Fraud Watch Network, the show tells compelling true stories of scam victims, interviews of experts and explains how the scams work and how to avoid them. Covering a wide range of schemes, the podcast is informative, engaging, and empowering, helping listeners recognize, prevent and report fraud. | | | New York Times Bestseller read: Buckeye by Patrick Ryan is a sweeping, character-rich novel about the intertwined lives of two Midwestern families in a small fictional Ohio town called Bonhomie, spanning several decades of the 20th century. It blends family saga, historical fiction, and emotional insight to explore how personal decisions, secrets, and the effects of war ripple across generations. | | | The Intern is about a 70-year-old widower, Ben, who becomes a senior intern at a fast-growing online fashion company. Through his wisdom, kindness, and life experience, he helps the young CEO and her team navigate challenges, forming friendships and showing that purpose and connection can be found at any age. | | | The Wallace Cafe is open to members from 8:30am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday. Enjoy a nutritious and delicious hot or cold breakfast and lunch with daily specials and a la carte options! You now have a place to grab a cup of coffee, a bite to eat, and meet friends. | | | | | Wallace Cafe meals are now available and specially packaged for home. With our for home options dinner and weekend meal planning will be a breeze. Check the display case or kiosk to explore the menu and see pricing details. | | Executive Director, Wallace Center | |
Wallace Center Administrator
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