Can you believe it’s nearly June? Sometimes it feels like time barely passes when we’re in the dark and dreary months of winter, but as soon as the weather turns beautiful, time flies by, doesn’t it? Slow down and enjoy some time at your nearby EPOCH community this week, because we have a slew of fun events planned. At Norton, join us (and bring some friends) for our Build a Bracelet fundraiser, with funds going to Norton’s Resident Council Fund. Or see a performance by Jack Craig in Providence on the 21^st. Finally, we’re excited to welcome the well-known Barbara Brilliant for “Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy” on the 22^nd at our community in Chestnut Hill outside Boston. Keep reading for details.

Jack Craig to perform at EPOCH on the East Side (May 21)

With Frankenstorm Sandy bearing down on us, many of our communities are battening down the hatches and preparing for the storm’s arrival. As such, some events at our communities may be cancelled or rescheduled. The following highlighted events are happening this week at communities that will likely be less affected by the storm. If you’re in the neighborhood and looking to get out of the house for a bit, please stop by. What’s better than spending a stormy, raining day inside with some good company and a fun performer or musical show?

Pat Perry returns to EPOCH for a Halloween show (Oct. 31)

NORTON— EPOCH Assisted Living of Norton will welcome back longtime historical presenter Pat Perry for a Halloween show on Wednesday, Oct. 31 at 2:30 p.m. Perry is a historical interpreter and re-enactor from Sneak Peek Productions. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 508-285-3355. EPOCH is located at 190 Mansfield Ave.

This week at our EPOCH communities, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about some interesting subjects. First, join us for our weekly Tai Chi classes with Eastern fitness specialist Bob McManus. Designed for seniors, this meditative exercise class should leave you feeling rejuvenated. World traveler and photographer Frank Binder is also coming to EPOCH to share his beautiful photographs of our National Parks. Later in the week, Dr. Allen Dennison will stop by for an informative and intriguing discussion on how you can heal wounds using natural materials, such as honey. Keep reading for more details!

In the spirit of it being “back to school” time, stop by our Boylston Place community in Brookline for an enlightening conversation about Justice Brandeis with award-winning history professor Gary Hylander. If you’re more in the mood for some music, though, we’ve got you covered; visit our Providence community for one of our top performers, Dan Clark, also known as the Singing Trooper. Or, stop by EPOCH of Norton for an hour with Bill Burke, a comedian and musical performer.

Gary Hylander to discuss Justice Brandeis at Boylston Place (Aug. 28)

CHESTNUT HILL – Stonehill College professor Gary Hylander will visit EPOCH Assisted Living at Boylston Place, 615 Heath St., on Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. to present his informative discussion, “Justice Brandeis: The People’s Lawyer.” Hylander was recently named one of the top 25 history professors in the country. This event is free, but space is limited. Please RSVP to Julie Bolt at 617-879-2589. For more information about EPOCH, call 617-244-6400, or visit our blog at www.epochsl.com/blog.

With the high temperatures winding down, we suddenly feel like cozying up to a cup of coffee and a good book. So if a relaxing afternoon is what you need, join us at East Side for book club or Blackstone for a chat with a budding author. Or, if you’d rather stay warm by working up a sweat on the dance floor, take a trip to Melbourne for an enthralling big band performance or back to Blackstone for an intimate jazz concert.

EPOCH book club to discuss ‘Million Dollar Mermaid’  

PROVIDENCE—The book club at EPOCH Assisted Living on the East Side will discuss “Million Dollar Mermaid, an Autobiography” by Esther Williams on Tuesday, Aug. 21, at 2 p.m. Williams is a former competitive swimmer and actress who rose to fame during the 1940s as the star of MGMs “Aqua Musicals.” Participation in the book club is free and open to the public. EPOCH on the East Side is located at One Butler Ave. For more information, please call 401-275-0682.

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