Health

Health care, preventive health, other wellness and medical-related activities

Meet the Cheeses: Old World Meets New World

Travel the world by way of your taste buds! In this interactive class, we'll explore the rich traditions of Old world cheeses alongside the creativity and craftmanship of New world makers.

Guided by our Liz, our Cheese & Charcuterie Manager, you'll taste exceptional cheeses from both sides of the Atlantic. You'll learn how terroir, technique and tradition shapes each wheel and you'll compare flavor profiles in a fun and approachable setting. And of course, we'll pair the cheeses with a beverage or two. Come ready to learn and be surprised! Whether it's centuries old or cutting-edge, we

Neighborhood Yard Sale

Discover hidden treasures at our community yard sale. Several homes along our cul-de-sac will be hosting sales, offering a variety of goods--so come prepared to browse and find some great deals! Street parking available.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Safe Roads, Safe Sidewalks: A Community Forum on Bike and Scooter Safety

There are so many kinds of bikes and scooters now: pedal-powered and motorized. What is the right one for you and your family members?

Please join MA Safe Routes to School, the Winchester Police Department, and City Cycle to learn about general bike/scooter safety, along with the how, what, where, and why of e-bikes/scooters.

Understanding the rules and expectations needed to be safe on pedal-powered and motorized bikes and scooters is important for everyone.

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Safe Roads, Safe Sidewalks: A Community Forum on Bike and Scooter Safety

Please join MA Safe Routes to School, the Winchester Police Department, and City Cycle to learn about general bike/scooter safety, along with the how, what, where, and why of e-bikes/scooters. Understanding the rules and expectations needed to be safe on pedal-powered and motorized bikes and scooters is important for everyone. Students are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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SoulCollage® Workshop

Live in-person from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester. Jane Ring Frank, certified SoulCollage® facilitator, will offer a workshop to embody this deep, spiritual practice.

SoulCollage® is a collage process for accessing your intuitive wisdom. Even though this is an art project, it is accessible, and anyone can do it. You don't need to be an artist to create beautiful SoulCollage® cards with rich meaning and messages for your life.

All materials and direction are included to inspire your creative journey. Using scissors, glue, images, photos, and 8 X 5

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Super Agers: Who are they and the impact of longevity on their families, the economy and our healthcare system?

The Jenks Annual Symposium, featuring Dr. Alexandra Tourtourlou of Harvard University and Massachusetts General Hospital, who has been investigating the phenomenon of super aging since 2016. Dr. Jonathan Gruber, Ford Professor of MIT, will discuss challenges and solutions facing long term care. Dr. Heather Jones of Winchester Hospital addresses how healthcare institutions adapt to longevity in medical practice and their ability to prolong healthy living. Finally, we are pleased to announce that there will be a panel of super-aging Jenks patrons with their families to discuss the realities of

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The Privates Rule Workshop: Realistic Strategies to Prevent Sexual Abuse

A workshop with Dr. Nora Shine, Child and Family Psychologist. Feel empowered as you learn facts about child abuse and effective prevention strategies; ways to recognize and confidently address adult behaviors that raise concern; and how to increase communication with children so they feel safe, supported, and protected

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UNDERSTANDING RELATIONSHIPS: Recognizing Unhealthy Patterns and Fostering Healthy Connections

Join us for an evening with Meredith Shaw and Ali Calnan from Melrose Alliance
Against Violence (MAAV) where we will talk about how to help our young people develop crucial skills to build healthy, respectful, trusted relationships.

This workshop explores what tools kids need to build and sustain healthy relationships and how parents/caregivers can support them. We'll touch on healthy/unhealthy relationship signs, wave of abuse, online dating, talking
with your child about healthy relationships and helping them support a friend.

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