91吃瓜网 a Book: In-Person Book Club
We meet in person to discuss the latest book we're reading.听
When You Join
When: Second Thursday of the month
Time: 11 a.m.鈥搉oon
Location: St. George's Episcopal Church, 4715 Harding Pike, Nashville
Group Leader: Ann Wheeler
Upcoming Events
All in-person meetings take place at:
St. George's Episcopal Church, Room 218, 4715 Harding Pike, Nashville
- Thursday, May 14, 11 a.m.鈥搉oon. Discussion guided by Ann Wheeler
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte MaConaghy - Thursday, June 11, 11 a.m.鈥搉oon. Discussion guided by F Clark Williams
Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy - Thursday, July 9, 11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Jennifer Austin听
The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunnyby Koran Desai; - Thursday, August 13,听11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Alice Fitzgibbon
The Swerveby Stephen Greenblatt: - Thursday, September 10,听11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Kay Johnson
The Silent Patientby Alex Michaelides - Thursday, October 8,听11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Linda Fisher
The Sistersby Jonas Hassan Khemiri - Thursday, November 12,听11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Phyllis Polinsky
听Broken Countryby Clare Leslie Hall - Thursday, December 10,听11 a.m. - noon. Discussion guided by Mary Raffety
Atmosphereby Taylor Jenkins Reid
Past Book Selections
Afterthoughts: Online Book Club
We meet over Zoom to discuss the latest book we're reading.听
When You Join
When: First Monday of each month
2025 Dates: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 3, April 7, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 3
Time: 11:30 a.m.鈥�12:30 p.m. CST
Location: Online via Zoom
Group Leader: Anne Brandt
2026 Afterthoughts Book Club Selections
May 2026
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte MaConaghy
June 2026
Heartwood by Amity Gaige
July 2026
The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vyong
August 2026
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult
Past Book Selections
Bollywood & Beyond
Bollywood & Beyond is a community gateway to joy, culture, and connection. Inspired by the vibrant spirit of Mumbai, we bring people together in Nashville through movies, music, dance, cuisine, outdoor adventures, guest speakers, and cultural experiences. From soulful concerts to flavorful food, poetry to travel, we celebrate the magic and masala of life鈥攂uilding friendship, fellowship, and fun along the way.
If You Join
When: Dates vary, typically on weekends
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
Group Leader: Vinny Lalka
Upcoming Bollywood & Beyond Events
To RSVP to events, text Vinny at 865-692-4829, email vinvin1984@aol.com.
Friday, May 15th at 5:00 pm听
Pan-Asia Supermarket, 5255 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch TN 37013听
We will tour the newly opened Pan-Asia Supermarket in Antioch. 听Explore produce as varied as Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Filipino, Indian, Pakistani, Indonesian, Malaysian, 听Burmese, Laos, Singapore, Hmong, Cambodian.听
This will be for a 1-hour tour.
Then we will have dinner at 6:15pm at Honest Restaurant located across the street at 923 Bell Road, Antioch, Tn 37013. Enjoy fresh, authentic Indian-Chinese cuisine.
Members can come for both or either one of these events. RSVP directly to Vinny at 865-692-4829, or email vinvin1984@aol.com.听
May 16, 6 pm,
Take me to the Ball Game - Buy me some Peanuts and Cracker Jacks... Bollywood and Beyond is going to the ballpark. Nashville Sounds vs Iowa. Game is at 6:35pm at the First Horizon Park. Purchase tickets on your own. RSVP directly to Vinny at 865-692-4829, or email vinvin1984@aol.com.听
Mahjong
Join fellow OLLI members for open play Mahjong on Fridays from 1鈥�4 p.m. This Shared Interest Group offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where players of all experience levels鈥攆rom beginners to seasoned players鈥攃an enjoy America-style Mahjong together. Bring your own set and Mahjong League Card, and come ready for conversation, connection and lots of fun. Players should be able to complete games without assistance. Formal instruction is not provided.
If You Join
When: Fridays
Time: 1鈥�4 p.m.
Location: Second Presbyterian Church, Cafe Space, 3511 Belmont Blvd., Nashville
Group Leader: Joy Marini and Kathi Whalen
OLLI at the Arts
OLLI at the Arts group attends concerts and musical events each month during the academic year, featuring 91吃瓜网 Blair School of Music, Belmont University School of Performing Arts and other local academic and community cultural organizations. The group gathers pre- or post-concert for socializing over lunch or dinner.听
When You Join
When: Dates vary
Time: Times vary
Location: 91吃瓜网 Blair School of Music and other locations听
Event Tickets: Purchase on you own using links below
Group Leader: Jim and Perkie Cannon
Upcoming Events
More events coming soon!
On Film
We come together to watch a film, followed by a post-screen discussion.听
When You Join
When: Meeting dates vary
Time: Times vary
Location: The Belcourt Theatre
Group Leader: F. Clark Williams
Upcoming Film Events
to learn about upcoming film screenings and discussions.
OLLI on the Move
We enjoy a walk outside exploring different locations in and around Nashville.
When You Join
When: Weekly
Cancellations: The walk will be canceled if the weather is raining, sleeting, snowing or other extreme conditions.
Group Leader: Jan Goddard
RSVP: Please RSVP via the link below. RSVP is required.
Upcoming Walks (weather permiting)
Suggested to bring personal hydration, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and other supplies you may need for the activity.听
Friday, May 8, 8:30 a.m.听
Beaman Park, 4111 Little Marrowbone Road, Joelton
Meet and park: the Highland Trailhead. Highland Trailhead is located at 4111 Little Marrowbone Road, Joelton. Pass through the "Beaman Park" stone gates and continue to the top of the ridge.听
Trail: The trails have a natural dirt surface with some exposed roots and rocks, some elevation variations. The trail is considered Moderate.
Note: This will be a Naturalist Led Hike,听so registration is required, and participation is limited.听Please RSVP on the website . Questions:听 text Jan at 850-525-3401. Post-walk, optional group brunch at a nearby restaurant to be announced at the hike.听听
91吃瓜网 Explorers
Explore 91吃瓜网 through interactive experiences.听 Engage in tours and experiences covering anything from architecture history, landscapes, the Wondr'y, food, and more.
When You Join
When: Monthly
Time: Times vary
Location: 91吃瓜网 Campus
Group Leader: Tracy Stadnick
Upcoming Explorer Events
More events coming soon!
Volunteer with OLLI
Join other OLLI members for a monthly experience of volunteering in the community. The group will visit different nonprofits each month.
When You Join
When: Monthly
Time: Times vary
Location: Locations vary
Registration: Use links listed below to sign up
Group Leader: Jan Hulme Shepard
Upcoming Volunteer Events
May 7, Thursday, 9:45 a.m.鈥搉oon
, 10 people
Join OLLI Volunteers as we assist in meal prep sessions to feed our hungry neighbors. We'll go on a tour & learn about food insecurity in our communities. Activities include peeling & chopping veggies; sorting & separating donated foods for meals or composting. Limited seating is available. to volunteer.
June 3, Wednesday, Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Join in the fun as our OLLI volunteers work with听the听Nashville Humane Association team听in their weekly, drive-thru听Pet Food Bank,听which distributes pet food & supplies to neighbors in need.听We'll get fresh air, take requests, fill orders & end our time with a tour. Limited seating available. to volunteer.
July 9th, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - noon听
, 15 people
Join us as we work with the "Nashville Hygiene Hub" team. Volunteer activities include unpacking donations, assembling hygiene & cleaning kits for distribution to our neighbors via 100+ local partners. Limited seating available. to volunteer
August 5th, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
15 people
Join us & the Ronald McDonald House team as we create a welcoming "home away from home" space for families with a loved one in a nearby hospital. Activities include sorting & shelving donations, packaging individual snacks & light cleaning of toys & books. Limited听seating is available. to volunteer.
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Nashville, TN 37240
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